Local obituaries for Newton County in Georgia.

May 21, 2021

Cecil Lamar Freeman, of Covington, passed away Friday, May 21, 2021, at the age of 81.

May 19, 2021

Doris Marie Highsmith, of Covington, passed away Wednesday, May 19, 2021, at the age of 83. Mrs. Highsmith obtained an associate degree in theatre from Sea Gull School in Gulfport, Mississippi, class of 1958. She was voted most talented during her senior year and was a heavily involved member of the Phi Theta Kappa Fraternity, and served as secretary...

May 18, 2021

Raymond Robinson Jr., of Covington, passed away Tuesday, May 18, 2021, at the age of 60. Jr. was a true patriot, serving in the Army National Guard in the First Battalion 121st infantry. While in the Army, he was a Heavy Anti-Armor Weapons Crewman, and fighting vehicle infantry man. Jr. was a devout Christian and member of Madison Pentecostal...

May 18, 2021

Gloria Holifield Colbert, of Covington, passed away Tuesday, May 18, 2021, at the age of 75. Born and raised in Covington, she was the co-owner of C&C Printing, with her husband, Harry (Len) Colbert who she was married to for 53 years. She was also an employee of AT&T where she retired after a dedicated 31 years of service....

May 17, 2021

Donnie Spell, of Covington, passed away Monday, May 17, 2021, at the age of 59. An avid outdoorsman, Donnie enjoyed camping, fishing, hunting, and grilling. He also liked restoring old cars and had a strong inclination of doing things his way. Additionally, Donnie took delight in watching Andy Griffith. But most of all, Donnie loved spending time with his...

May 17, 2021

Martha Blessett, of Raleigh, North Carolina, passed away Monday, May 17, 2021, at the age of 64. She was preceded in death by her parents, Gordon D. and Christine Tanner.

Survivors include her daughter and son-in-law, Jennifer and Kris Williamson; son, Joe Minix, Jr., and fiancé, Rhonda Gardner; grandchildren, Cameron, Caylee, Christine, Megan; sister, Jane Hudgins; brother,...

May 17, 2021

Robert “Pug” Waits, of Conyers, passed away Monday, May 17, 2021, at the age of 59. Mr. Waits worked at CMC Environmental Inc. He loved fishing. Mr. Waits also enjoyed playing poker, and trips to the flea market collecting “treasures”. He was also an avid gardener, specializing in growing vegetables. The ones that knew him best called him Pepaw;...

May 17, 2021

Steven McDonald, of Monroe, passed away Monday, May 17, 2021, at the age of 35. Employed by McDonald Welding, Steven was an excellent mechanic; he could build anything from a computer to a vehicle. He took great pride in his work, if he ever had a question, he found an answer for it. Additionally, he was a great negotiator...

May 16, 2021

Richard Eugene Brown, of Covington, passed away Sunday, May 16, 2021, at the age of 84. He was born and raised in Atlanta but loved spending time in Wilkes Co. with his grandparents. Mr. Brown proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps for three years and retired from Bellsouth after many dedicated years. He was an...

May 15, 2021

Jeffrey Lane Richardson, of Oxford, passed away Saturday, May 15, 2021, at the age of 61. Jeff Richardson was a wonderful loving husband, an amazing dad and an awesome Grandpa. He was a very caring man that was a great provider and loved his family. He was a master of music and loved making his own playlist. Above all, ...

May 14, 2021

Joseph Eugene Coburn, a long-time Covington resident, passed away Friday, May 14, 2021, at the age of 61. Mr. Coburn was talented mechanically with cars and served as owner and operator of United Muffler & Brake for over 20 years. He was a strong Christian and loved the Lord. Mr. Coburn was a funny guy, great story teller, and...

May 13, 2021

Betty Tant, of Covington, passed away Thursday, May 13, 2021, at the age of 71. Mrs. Tant was a lifelong resident of Covington and was employed by Gates Rubber Company for 10 years. She enjoyed her days freshwater fishing where the fish were biting. Mrs. Tant will be remembered as a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She was preceded...

May 12, 2021

Edna Joyce Beasley, of Covington, passed away Wednesday, May 12, 2021, at the age of 72. Mrs. Beasley was a devout Christian, and member of East Newton Baptist Church. She carved out a career at Piedmont Molding for seventeen years and worked for Stanley Tools from 1997-2002. She loved working on her yard and her flowers. Additionally, she enjoyed...

May 11, 2021

Renee Hardegree, of Covington, passed away Tuesday, May 11, 2021, at the age of 52. Ms. Hardegree had a strong personality; she was bold and determined and will be remembered for her love of Coca-Cola. Ms. Hardegree was preceded in death by her mother, Margaret Jeanette Bagley; father, Jackie Lanier Hardegree.

Those left to cherish her memory...

May 10, 2021

James Gunn, of Porterdale, passed away Monday, May 10, 2021, at the age of 74. James enjoyed attending local churches in Porterdale and was always the first to arrive for services. He loved walking the streets of Porterdale and talking to everyone, hanging out at the Salvation Army and Tava’s Diner, and collecting watches. In James’ spare time, he...

May 7, 2021

Earnest “Pete” Mask, of Covington, passed away Friday, May 7, 2021, at the age of 89. Mr. Mask was a devout Christian and member of Gaithers Church. He was an avid outdoorsman, spending his time in the woods hunting or by the lake fishing. Mr. Mask was a loving husband and family man; he loved his children, grandchildren, and...

May 7, 2021

Doris Marie Collinsworth Cotton, aged 90, of Covington, GA died peacefully of natural causes on May 7, 2021.

Doris was born July 19, 1930 in Paxton, FL to Walter and Rebecca Collinsworth.  She was married to O’Neal Cotton for 53 years.  They have 4 daughters:  Becky Bolden (husband Steve Bolden); Cindy Bailey (husband Roy Bailey); Melanie Spikes...

May 7, 2021

Linda Lou Wood, of Covington, Georgia, passed away Thursday, May 6, 2021, at the age of 71. Born Friday, December 16, 1949, in Wisner, Louisiana, Mrs. Wood was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother who loved spending time with her family. Mrs. Wood liked to sew and was a seamstress for many years owning her own business and enjoyed...

May 5, 2021

Emmett Lee Chapman, of Porterdale, passed away Wednesday, May 5, 2021, at the age of 95. Born to the late Henry and Pearl (Thomason) Chapman, Mr. Chapman was one of 13 children, that have all passed except his sister, Mattie Cook. He was a lifelong resident of Porterdale where he worked at Bibb Manufacturer for over 40 years. In...

May 4, 2021

Arthur Bowers Barber, of Covington, passed away Tuesday, May 4, 2021, at the age of 77. Mr. Barber was a hardworking businessman; he painted houses, and everyone hired him. He was a selfless man and always took care of those in need with whatever was needed. Mr. Barber was a great handyman and loved the outdoors. He enjoyed gardening...