Local obituaries for Newton County in Georgia.
Tu Tuan Nguyen
Oct 30, 2024
Tu Tuan Nguyen, of Covington, passed away Wednesday, October 30, 2024, at the age of 60. Mr. Nguyen was a devoted Catholic, very religious, and attended service every Sunday. He enjoyed cooking and grilling, traveling to the beach and mountains, and loved nature. Mr. Nguyen was a fan of Westerns and especially liked watching Walker Texas Ranger, Star Trek, The...
Frank James Williamson
Oct 27, 2024
Frank James Williamson, affectionately known as “Jim,” passed away on Sunday, October 27th, 2024, at the age of 73 in Covington, GA, after a courageous battle with his health. Jim was born on April 22, 1951, in Monticello, GA, to Nola and Glenn Williamson. One of eight children, Jim quickly learned the value of hard work, family, and humor—qualities that...
Claudio Omondi Hagoi
Oct 26, 2024
Claudio Omondi Hagoi fondly known as Junior was born on May 26th 1998 in Nairobi. He was born to Franklin Omondi Hagoi and the late Judith Shisia. He was born at Pumwani Maternity hospital. Claudio was the first born in a family of two and his younger sister is Alice who is currently a university student in Nairobi. Their mother...
Kenneth Michael Sisson
Oct 25, 2024
Kenneth Michael Sisson, beloved father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 25, 2024, in Covington, Georgia, at the age of 75. Born in Atlanta, Georgia, on Tuesday, June 7, 1949, Kenneth lived a life full of love, generosity, and service to others. Kenneth was preceded in death by his father, Lonnie Sisson and Mother Mary-Ellen Sisson. also...
Ann Howard Hubbard
Oct 23, 2024
Jarrett Ann Howard Hubbard, age 92 of Covington, Ga., stepped into the arms of her Savior on October 23, 2024.
Ann was born in Griffin, Ga. on February 29, 1932 to J.W. Howard and Susie Gilmer Howard. She was the youngest of four siblings. She took great pride in being a “leap year baby” and regularly reminded her family that she...
Julia Ann Montgomery
Oct 19, 2024
Julia Ann Montgomery, of Covington, passed away Saturday, October 19, 2024, at the age of 80. Mrs. Montgomery loved her family, children, and grandchildren and enjoyed spending time with them. She liked taking care of her family, cooking, sewing and gardening. Mrs. Montgomery was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Howard Montgomery; parents, William Thomas and Grace Ruth Ray;...
Robert “Bob” Hooper
Oct 18, 2024
Robert “Bob” Hooper, 81, of Covington Georgia, passed peacefully, on October 18, 2024.
Bob was born on August 21, 1943, to parents, John and Ruth Hooper, in Munhall, Pennsylvania. He was cherished as a young man, and often seen in photographs with his four siblings and dog, Tray. His childhood summers were spent in the outdoors, and on the shores of...
Danny Lamar Walden
Oct 18, 2024
Danny Walden of Greenville, SC died of natural causes on October 18, 2024.
He was born in Porterdale, Georgia in 1956 to James and Lois Walden. Prior to their passing, they would have morning coffee meetups to discuss life and current events. Danny would always make sure his parents’ yard was upkept. He enjoyed performing maintenance on his car and giving...
Earl "Barry" Kirby Jr.
Oct 7, 2024
Earl “Barry” Kirby Jr., 62, of Monticello passed away peacefully at The McGraw Center Community Hospice in Jacksonville, Florida on October 7, 2024.
Barry was born in Atlanta, GA. on October 25, 1961, to Earl Sr. and Patricia (Turner) Kirby. He grew up in Conley, GA and graduated from Forest Park High School.
Barry worked for over 40 years in the commercial...
Mary Dorothy (Arnold, Parish) Davis
Oct 5, 2024
Mary Dorothy (Arnold, Parish) Davis passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 5, 2024, at the age of 93 in her home surrounded by family. She was born on September 15, 1931, in Lexington, GA to the late Joseph Samuel Arnold and Clarice Lee Arnold Lankford. Dot was preceded in death by her son, Douglas Parish, son in law, Donald Colborn,...
Michael Glenn Shepherd
Oct 4, 2024
Michael Glenn Shepherd, of Oxford, passed away Friday, October 4, 2024, at the age of 71. Mr. Shepherd was a Christian man who loved God. He was a loving husband and father who loved his family dearly. Mr. Shepherd enjoyed tinkering, woodworking, bike riding, and computers. He also enjoyed the arts, history, and visiting museums. In his younger years, he...
Karen Hubbard
Oct 3, 2024
Karen Patricia Hubbard, of Conyers, passed away Thursday, October 3, 2024, at the age of 77. Mrs. Hubbard was a dedicated member of Calvary Baptist Church. She was a strong prayer warrior and had read through her Bible 6 times. A loving wife and mother, Mrs. Hubbard was always proud of her son. In her spare time, she enjoyed quilting,...
Ralph Thomas Bell
Oct 3, 2024
Ralph Thomas Bell, of Covington, passed away Thursday, October 3, 2024, at the age of 75. Mr. Bell enjoyed being outdoors, hunting, fishing, and gardening. He also enjoyed cooking and making biscuits, and reading a good book. Mr. Bell loved his family dearly and will be missed by all. He was preceded in death by his wife, Gail Bell; parents,...
William "Billy" Dawkins
Oct 3, 2024
William “Billy” Dawkins, of Oxford, passed away Thursday, October 3, 2024, at the age of 71. Mr. Dawkins was a proud member of East Newton Baptist Church and was a member of the Mansfield Masonic Lodge #489 for over 50 years and the Golden Fleece. He liked woodworking, fishing, and traveling to the mountains. Mr. Dawkins also loved the Georgia...
Melda Torbich
Oct 2, 2024
Melda Cooper Torbich, of Covington, passed away Wednesday, October 2, 2024, at the age of 86. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 49 years, Albert Torbich; and parents, Leroy Cooper and Lois Hanks Cooper.
Survivors include her sons, Roy Torbich, Ray Torbich, Ron Torbich; grandchildren, Katie Antonion (Ben), Nicholas Torbich, Sean Torbich, Lucas Torbich; and brother, “Sonny”...
Nancy Autry
Oct 1, 2024
Nancy Autry, of Covington, GA passed away Tuesday, October 1, 2024, at the age of 79. A strong woman of faith, she touched all who knew her with her kindness and generosity. Mrs. Autry cherished her family above all, nurturing her 3 boys with boundless love and support. A devoted wife, known for her delicious pound cake and exceptional cooking,...
Bernice Bailey
Sep 27, 2024
Bernice Lanelle Hayes Bailey, of Covington, passed away Friday, September 27, 2024, at the age of 90. Mrs. Bailey was born September 30, 1933, to Jane West Hayes in Doles, Georgia (near Cordele) and was the oldest of two children. She moved to Griffin, GA, around 1941, where she graduated from Griffin High School before attending St. Joseph School of...
Tommy Lee Clark
Sep 27, 2024
Tommy Lee Clark, of Covington, passed away Friday, September 27, 2024, at the age of 64. Tommy loved cooking on the grill, listening to music, and being a devoted friend. He enjoyed all kinds of sports, especially the Georgia Bulldogs, the Atlanta Braves, and fishing. Tommy loved his country and his cat, Miracle. Married for 17 years, he loved his...
Janet Harper
Sep 27, 2024
Janet Harper, of Oxford, passed away Friday, September 27, 2024, at the age of 79. Mrs. Harper was a wonderful mom and was the rock of the family. She took great pride in her children, and grandchildren whom she loved dearly. Mrs. Harper was compassionate and caring and loved her fur babies. She also had a great sense of humor...
William Ronald Lynn
Sep 23, 2024
William Ronald Lynn, of Locust Grove, passed away Monday, September 23, 2024, at the age of 75. Mr. Lynn is survived by his wife Kathryn, of 53 years; sons, Brian Lynn (Azra), Nicholas Lynn (Kristy); 5 grandchildren; brother, Carl Lynn; sister, Diana Rowlls (Jeff); Brother-in-law, Robert Walch; as well as many nieces and nephews. Mr. Lynn was a member of...
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