Local obituaries for Newton County in Georgia.

Apr 3, 2024

Albert Clinton “Red” McDowell

Albert Clinton “Red” McDowell, 89, entered Glory April 3, 2024, at Brightmoor Hospice. He was born May 10, 1934, in Coweta County, the son of Albert Martin McDowell (9/21/87) and Susie Crumbley McDowell (9/9/82). Red went through the 8 th grade, he served in the U.S. Army in Korea in 56-58. While in...

Apr 3, 2024

Joe Eugene Cruse, of Oxford, passed away Wednesday, April 3, 2024, at the age of 66. Mr. Cruse loved his family and friends enjoyed getting together. He enjoyed gambling, tending to his farm animals and going to car shows. In addition, Mr. Cruse could fix just about anything. He was preceded in death by his parents, Llyod and Barbara...

Apr 2, 2024

Two incredible people left this earthly place hand in hand and walked through Heaven’s gates on April 2, 2024: Perry and Shirley Wilson. Our family is saddened to lose these two souls, but know they are together during the greatest journey there is. If you knew Perry and Shirley, you’d know they were inseparable from day one.

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Apr 2, 2024

Kent Allard Bond, of Lawrenceville, passed away Monday, April 2, 2024, at the age of 78. Mr. Bond, a proud veteran, courageously served his country in the Vietnam War. He attended college at Pensacola Junior College where he played football and basketball. Mr. Bond loved life and was a godly man. He enjoyed going on cruises, fishing, playing cards...

Mar 25, 2024

David Connell, of Covington, passed away Monday, March 25, 2024, at the age of 64. Mr. Connell was a member of the First Baptist Church Social Circle. David thoroughly enjoyed traveling with his wife, Riza. He enjoyed watching the Braves play with his father. He will be remembered as a loving husband, father and grandfather.

He was...

Mar 23, 2024

Angel Gabriel Cerda, of Covington, passed away Saturday, March 23, 2024, at the age of 13. Angel had a huge smile and touched a lot of people’s lives. He was a part of the Miracle League in Newton County. He liked being in the midst of the chaos, was always watching his surroundings, or enjoying a nap. Angel enjoyed...

Mar 21, 2024

Robert Edward Palecek, of Oxford, passed away Thursday, March 21, 2024, at the age of 80. Mr. Palecek enjoyed hunting, fishing, and going to the casino. In his spare time, he liked working on computers. Mr. Palecek loved his family dearly and will be missed by all who knew him. He was preceded in death by his parents, Edward...

Mar 21, 2024

Theresa Long, of Shady Dale, passed away Thursday, March 21, 2024, at the age of 84. Mrs. Long was an avid believer and was very active in her church where she sang in the choir. She loved music and singing and enjoyed singing with her husband. In addition, Mrs. Long loved going on mission trips and enjoyed doing puppet...

Mar 20, 2024

Brenda Joyce Knight, of Oxford, passed away Wednesday, March 20, 2024, at the age of 83. Mrs. Knight was a member of Newton Baptist Church and was a member of American Legion in Loganville. She enjoyed beach living for many years and liked shopping. Mrs. Knight loved her family dearly and will be missed by all who knew her....

Mar 17, 2024

Nancy Kay Wallace, of Covington, passed away Sunday, March 17, 2024, at the age of 62. Mrs. Wallace was a member of East Conyers Congregation of Jehovah’s Witness. She enjoyed reading her Bible, traveling to the beach, and working in her garden and flower garden – she especially took great pride in her pansies and roses. Mrs. Wallace was...

Mar 17, 2024

Rebie Wilson Johnson, of Covington, passed away Sunday, March 17, 2024, at the age of 79. Mr. Johnson proudly served as Fire Chief at the Newton County Fire Department for 30 years and was a dedicated member of High Point Baptist Church. In his spare time, he enjoyed being outdoors, deer hunting, and fishing. Mr. Johnson was an honest,...

Mar 16, 2024

Charles Grady Canup, of Covington, passed away at his home peacefully, Saturday, March 16, 2024, at the age of 61. Mr. Canup worked for both the City of Covington and the City of Porterdale. He loved animals and enjoyed being outdoors and taking care of his goats and horses. Mr. Canup will be missed by all who loved him....

Mar 14, 2024

Mildred Frances Payne, of Covington, passed away Thursday, March 14, 2024, at the age of 92. Mrs. Payne loved her church, Christ Cornerstone, where she attended services for many years. She enjoyed cooking, baking, trying new recipes, reading, and traveling to the mountains. But most of all, Mrs. Payne loved the time spent with her grandchildren and family. She...

Mar 14, 2024

Beverly June Richter, of Oxford, passed away Thursday March 14, 2024, at the age of 62. Mrs. Richter enjoyed going fishing and visiting the beach especially when she was younger. She always enjoyed eating at her favorite mexican restaurant, El Charro. Most importantly she treasured the time that she got to spend with her family, specifically her grandchildren. Mrs....

Mar 9, 2024

Eugene Talmadge Nasworthy, Jr., of Covington, passed away Saturday, March 9, 2024, at the age of 51. Mr. Nasworthy loved pop culture and Marvel movies and enjoyed going to Disney and traveling. He loved his family dearly and will be missed by all who knew him. He was preceded in death by his parents, Eugene Talmadge, Sr., and Sandra...

Mar 7, 2024

Evelyn Christine Hensley, of Covington, passed away Thursday, March 7, 2024, at the age of 87. Mrs. Hensley was a member of Mansfield Baptist Church. She enjoyed reading and playing cards with Canasta being her favorite. Mrs. Hensley also enjoyed painting. She had a love for animals – raising goats, horses and calves. Mrs. Hensley loved helping others whenever...

Mar 5, 2024

Virginia (Granny) Boss, of Covington, passed away peacefully on March 5, 2024, at the age of 93.

She was the only daughter of the late William and Rosanna Knight of Buchanan, GA. She was preceded in death by her loving and devoted husband of 56 years, Charles Boss. She is survived by her children, Teresa and Mike...

Mar 5, 2024

Ann Kite, of Johns Island, South Carolina, passed away Tues, March 5, 2024, at the age of 83. Mrs. Kite was a dedicated employee at Sears for 30-plus years before they closed. In her spare time, she enjoyed gardening flowers and vegetables. Mrs. Kite loved to sew, crochet, knit, and cross-stitch.

She was preceded in death by...

Mar 3, 2024

Michael Lynn Presley, also known as Red, of Conyers, passed away Sunday, March 3, 2024, at the age of 54. Mr. Presley was a good ole country boy who enjoyed fishing, grilling, and listening to music. He loved his grandchildren dearly and will be remembered as a great father and grandfather.

Survivors include his daughters, Amanda Presley,...

Mar 1, 2024

Lewis Wayne Shirley, a cherished soul known for his loving nature and kindness, passed away on the 1st of March 2024, in Covington, Georgia. He was born in Rochelle, Texas, on November 6, 1936, to parents Christine Martha Kirkham and Edd Shirley. Throughout his 87 years, Lewis's zest for life and his adept craftsmanship touched the hearts of all...