Local obituaries for Newton County in Georgia.

Sep 13, 2021

William “Willie” Mitchell, of Oxford, passed away Monday, September 13, 2021, at the age of 85. Mr. Mitchell proudly served his country in the United States Army serving with the 86th Infantry in Germany. He was a member of Newton Baptist Church and was an employee of DeKalb County for over 20 years where he retired as Senior Construction...

Sep 12, 2021

Jane Baskin, of Oxford, passed away Sunday, September 12, 2021, at the age of 73. Mrs. Baskin grew up in the Emory Village area and graduated from Druid High School. She got married in Glenn Memorial Methodist Church to her husband, Harold. Mrs. Baskin dutifully and happily followed her husband to seven states for his career. She enjoyed a...

Sep 11, 2021

Dr. Neil Shaw Penn, 88, passed away at sunset peacefully at home on September 11, 2020. A Service Celebrating his Life will be held on the anniversary of his death, September 11, 2021, 2:00 P.M., at Allen Memorial United Methodist Church, 803 Whatcoat Street, in Oxford, with Reverend Beverly Casstevens and Reverend Dr. Lynn Pace officiating. A reception in...

Sep 10, 2021

Frank C. Smith, III, a resident of Loganville for 40 years, passed away Friday, September 10, 2021, at the age of 69. Mr. Smith was the owner and operator of Advanced Plumbing Services for 40 years and a member of Central Community Church. He enjoyed being in the woods hunting and by the lake fishing. Mr. Smith also cherished...

Sep 10, 2021

Dianne Benke, of Covington, passed away Friday, September 10, 2021, at the age of 76. Dianne was very athletic; she played basketball in high school and played softball at the shortstop position for years. She liked to travel and play the slot machines. Additionally, Dianne loved to read and watch her favorite TV show, Yellowstone. She enjoyed spending time...

Sep 9, 2021

Courtney Hoover, of Conyers, passed away Thursday, September 9, 2021, at the age of 43. Born Tuesday, September 27, 1977, in Sarasota, Florida, she was the daughter of the late James LaCroix. Mrs. Hoover was of servant heart; she volunteered at the Ronald McDonald House and Covington Food Pantry. In addition to her volunteer work, she devoted her time...

Sep 8, 2021

Dyanne Fountain, a Conyers resident for 42 years, passed away Wednesday, September 8, 2021, at the age of 72. Mrs. Fountain was a former employee of Parker & Son Screen and Glass, and she retired from Rockdale County School System as a bus driver. On Sundays she attended Hyde’s Chapel Baptist Church. Mrs. Fountain enjoyed cooking and canning, and...

Sep 7, 2021

Joyce Stewart, of Oxford, passed away Tuesday, September 7, 2021, at the age of 83. She was a beloved wife, mother, and grandmother. Besides her devoted love for family, Joyce cherished her friends with a full heart. She was passionate about cooking and gardening. She was a member of the Native Plant Society and enjoyed Japanese gardens, koi ponds,...

Sep 7, 2021

Richard Cameron “Rick” Arrington, of Charlotte, NC, passed away Tuesday, September 7, 2021, at the age of 74. Rick attended Myers Park High School in Charlotte, NC, where he played baseball, basketball, and football.  Rick was named All State in both baseball and football his Junior and Senior years, and as a Senior was named to the All-American Football...

Sep 6, 2021

Benjamin Franklin Hilliard, of Covington, passed away Monday, September 6, 2021, at the age of 72. Mr. Hilliard was a proud patriot, serving in the United States Army. He was born and raised in Porterdale. Mr. Hilliard was an avid outdoorsman; he enjoyed being by the lake fishing or in the woods hunting. Mr. Hilliard shared his love of...

Sep 5, 2021

Levi Barnett, of Oxford, passed away Sunday, September 5, 2021, at just shy of 2 years old. Levi was a big prankster and was always messing with people. He had a great sense of humor and was always smiling. Levi was very handsome and looked good in every outfit he wore. He had a free spirit, loved everyone, and...

Sep 5, 2021

Clifford “Tip” Alexander, Jr., of Porterdale, passed away Sunday, September 5, 2021, at the age of 78. Mr. Alexander attended Led by the Spirit Baptist Church and retired from Benton Truck Lines in Conyers. A hard worker with a heart of gold, he put others above himself, always helping those in need. Mr. Alexander was an avid Georgia Tech...

Sep 4, 2021

Devon Tyler Loy, of Social Circle, formerly of Camp Hill, Pennsylvania, passed away Saturday, September 4, 2021, at the age of 27.  Devon was extremely smart and funny.  He loved learning and talking about computers and technology.  He was his Uncle Bill's favorite person.  He was dearly loved by his Pop Pop and Grandma, Robert and Velma Loy, who...

Sep 4, 2021

Gilbert Wayne Moyers, of Covington, passed away Saturday, September 4, 2021, at the age of 79. Mr. Moyers proudly served his country in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War and was a member of Alcovy Methodist Church. He loved all sports, but he especially liked football, cheering on the Atlanta Falcons, and listening to his favorite...

Sep 1, 2021

Ervina Kae Campbell of Covington, ascended to her heavenly home on September 1, 2021.   She was 64 years old and lived a full life serving Christ through her musical gifts & talents.    Ervina will surely be playing the piano when we arrive; and 10,000 years beyond, she will have just begun.

Ervina will be missed and remembered...

Sep 1, 2021

Thomas “Gene” Head, of Covington, passed away Wednesday, September 1, 2021, at the age of 85. Mr. Head was a good-hearted man and would help anyone in anyway that he could. He never met a stranger and loved to talk. He was a member of Gaithers United Methodist Church and loved his church family. Mr. Head enjoyed traveling with...

Aug 30, 2021

Raymond Clark Hinkle, of Social Circle, passed away Monday, August 30, 2021, at the age of 87.  Ray honorably served his country in the United States Army and attended First United Methodist Church of Covington.  He was born and raised in Lafayette, AL.  He was the owner of R&R Communications and supported and financed many real estate developments and...

Aug 29, 2021

Barbara Ward, of Oxford, passed away Sunday, August 29, 2021, at the age of 74. Mrs. Ward, affectionately known as “Nanny Fanny”, loved her family dearly and shared a special bond with each of her grandchildren and adored rocking and singing to each of them as babies. Everyone was welcome at her house and there were always lessons to...

Aug 28, 2021

Julie Smith, of Covington, passed away Saturday, August 28, 2021, at the age of 55. A native of Athens, Ms. Smith was the daughter of the late Calvin and Ruth (Maloy) McRee. She was an employee of Becton Dickinson and attended services at New Life Praise Center. Ms. Smith loved God and had a strong faith. She was a...

Aug 28, 2021

William Buel Ogle, of Rutledge, passed away Saturday, August 28, 2021, at the age of 70. Mr. Ogle enjoyed camping, hunting, and fishing; he loved being outdoors. He was very witty and had a charming personality but told it like it was. Mr. Ogle loved his family dearly. He was preceded in death by his mother, Marie Pendley; and...