Local obituaries for Newton County in Georgia.

Jul 9, 2020

Bessie Rae Helms, of Covington, passed away Thursday, July 9, 2020, at the age of 91. Mrs. Helms liked to work with her hands and was known for her love of gardening and a well-kept yard. She had a knack for being able to grow most anything and her favorite plants were African violets and Christmas cacti. Mrs. Helms...

Jul 8, 2020

Matt Stephenson of Monticello, passed away Wednesday, July 8, 2020, at the age of 35. Matt’s passion for being outdoors hunting, fishing, camping and looking for arrowheads, brought him many hours of happiness. He had an artistic ability and enjoyed drawing and woodburning. Matt was known to everyone around him for being a hard worker, respectful and someone who...

Jul 7, 2020

Priscilla Willis Gainer Faulkner, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend passed away July 7, 2020, peacefully in her home. Priscilla will be buried at the Covington Historic Cemetery in Covington, GA following a family graveside service. A celebration of life gathering will be planned at a later date due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

Priscilla was...

Jul 7, 2020

Alma Grace Meikle of Covington, passed away Tuesday, July 7, 2020, at the age of 83. Born in Highgate, St. Mary, Jamaica, Mrs. Meikle grew up in Kingston where she owned and operated a lingerie factory until 1976, when she immigrated to The Bronx, New York. After her move to New York, she became a nurse working for several...

Jul 4, 2020

Jerry Hope Woods, of Covington, passed away Saturday, July 4, 2020, at the age of 77. Mr. Woods loved the Lord and was a longtime member of Belmont Baptist Church. He was a gentle and kind soul whose capacity for helping others was endless. Mr. Woods was happiest when spending time with family and his favorite hobby was model...

Jul 4, 2020

Peggy Ann (Clark) Campbell of Covington, formerly of Decatur, passed away Saturday, July 4, 2020, at the age of 86. Mrs. Campbell had an appreciation for the simple things in life. She loved listening to music and dancing, and she enjoyed reading, gardening, and working in her yard. Mrs. Campbell was preceded in death by her husband,...

Jul 2, 2020

Chuck Morgan, of Oxford, passed away Thursday, July 2, 2020, at the age of 59. He was preceded in death by his mother, Mae Frances Morris; and brother, Eddie Ardeeser.

The memory of Chuck will forever remain in the hearts of many, especially his wife, Julie Morgan; daughters and son-in-law, Ashtin and Phil Tschirhart, Alexis...

Jul 2, 2020

Dorothea “Dee” Hyatt of Conyers, passed away Thursday, July 2, 2020, at the age of 82. Mrs. Hyatt was a resident of Rockdale County since 1972. An avid dog lover, she was Treasurer of the Conyers Kennel Club and a breeder of Shih Tzus and King Charles Cavaliers. Mrs. Hyatt enjoyed traveling, especially with her husband, James, and their...

Jun 29, 2020

LeAnn Houts, of Conyers, passed away Monday, June 29, 2020, at 58 years of age.  After retiring from the Coca-Cola Company in 2018, spending time with her granddaughter became LeAnn’s favorite pastime. She was a wonderful mother who cherished her family and an awesome friend.  LeAnn enjoyed traveling to Biloxi where she loved watching the calming waves and tranquility...

Jun 28, 2020

Howard Dan Haralson, of Covington, passed away Sunday, June 28, 2020, at the age of 72.  He was a faithful member of First Baptist Church of Covington and a proud veteran of the United States Army. Dan’s life was centered around family, and in his attention to details, he consistently demonstrated their importance to him; he remembered...

Jun 28, 2020

Mr. Starling Kiser, age 80, of Conyers, passed away June 28, 2020. He was born in Walton County January 29, 1940, to Harvey W. Kiser, Sr., and Effie Womack Kiser. He is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Mabel Kiser, whom he fondly referred to as his pride and joy; his only daughter and son-in-law,...

Jun 28, 2020

Martha Ella Marshall Swords of Covington, passed away Sunday, June 28, 2020, at the age of 94. Mrs. Swords was the most dedicated wife and mother, always put her family first, above everything. She and her husband, Jack, were members of the First Baptist Church of Covington where they loyally enjoyed attending together. Mrs. Swords was a wonderful cook...

Jun 28, 2020

Reba Milligan, of Porterdale, passed away Sunday, June 28, 2020, at the age of 73. Ms. Milligan was a lifelong resident of Porterdale and Newton County. A supportive and dedicated member of Gospel Missions Church, for over 55 years, she enjoyed helping keep the church clean for the members. Ms. Milligan was a devoted employee for Piedmont Moulding, in...

Jun 26, 2020

Daniel George Smading, 64, of Sarasota, Florida passed away on Friday, June 26, 2020 at Abbey Hospice in Social Circle, Georgia.

Dan Smading was born January 16, 1956 in Sidney, Montana to Don and Jean Smading. He was one of four children and spent his childhood in Bozeman, Montana and Miami, Florida. He is a graduate of...

Jun 26, 2020

James A. Alexander, Jr., age 65, of Conyers, GA, passed away in the early morning hours of Friday, June 26, 2020, after battling a long illness.

Jim is survived by his wife, Sandie; mother, Elizabeth; four children and their spouses; one granddaughter; two grandsons; one sister; three brothers and their spouses; as well as several aunts, one...

Jun 24, 2020

Mildred Barnes Lord, of Covington, passed away Wednesday, June 24, 2020, at the age of 91. A lifelong resident of Newton County, Mrs. Lord’s work life highlighted her strengths of both loyalty and commitment. From 1946, until he saw his final patient, she was the sole employee for Dr. James Mitchell. After his retirement, she went to work in...

Jun 21, 2020

Fay Potts, of Covington, passed away Saturday, June 20, 2020, at the age of 79. Ms. Potts was a lifelong resident of Newton County. She carved out a life of simplicity and contentment in her hometown community, where she was a loyal employee of Oxford Industries for 25 years and a supportive member of Stewart Baptist Church. In her...

Jun 20, 2020

Joann Houseman Shropshire of Covington, passed away peacefully in her sleep, Friday, June 19, 2020, at the age of 63. A native of Panama City, FL, Joann was born November 12, 1956, and was the daughter of the late George and Audrey Houseman. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers, Christopher Houseman, Larry...

Jun 17, 2020

Mark Stephen Buckley, age 61, of Covington, passed away Wednesday, June 17, 2020. Mark was a 1977 graduate of Picayune Memorial High School in Mississippi. In pursuit of his passion for technology, he earned his Bachelor of Arts in information technology from the University of Phoenix in 2007. Mark’s career path led him to Social Circle, GA, where he...

Jun 17, 2020

Curt Jablonski of Covington, passed away Tuesday, June 16, 2020, at the age of 49. Curt was known for being impressively artistic and enjoyed playing the guitar. Finding inspiration from his favorite band, Grateful Dead he even composed some of his own songs. In addition, Curt liked woodworking and cooking and will be immensely missed by all who knew...