Local obituaries for Newton County in Georgia.
Frankie "Tiny" Blackwell
Nov 8, 2019
Frankie "Tiny" Blackwell, of Conyers, passed away Friday, November 8, 2019, at 87 years of age. Mrs. Blackwell was a God-fearing woman and the leader of her family. She had a feisty spirit which she drew strength from whenever life presented her with a challenge. Mrs. Blackwell will be remembered for her loving demeanor and her willingness to offer support...
Milton Rudolph Leroy
Nov 7, 2019
Milton Rudolph LeRoy of Covington, passed away Thursday, November 7, 2019, at the age of 91. Mr. LeRoy, a corporal in the United States Army, proudly served his country in World War II and Korea. In addition to being an ordained deacon for 50 plus years, he was active in the life of his church, Zion Baptist, in Covington; he...
Barbara Stowe Mitchell
Nov 5, 2019
Barbara Stowe Mitchell of Covington, passed away Tuesday, November 5, 2019, at the age of 83. Mrs. Mitchell faithfully attended Newton Baptist Church where she was a member of the Ambassadors Sunday School Class. In her spare time, she enjoyed sewing, reading, cooking and working puzzles. Mrs. Mitchell loved her family and others unconditionally - especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren....
Jackie E. Dunn
Nov 3, 2019
Jackie E. Dunn, Sr., of Oxford, passed away November 3, 2019, at the age of 76. Mr. Dunn was a member of the Apostolic Tabernacle in Jonesboro. In his spare time, he was an avid golfer and held a three holes-in-one record. Mr. Dunn enjoyed helping others and cooking, often making his shrimp dinner and inviting everyone from his church....
Eloise Martin
Nov 3, 2019
Eloise Martin, of Covington, passed away Sunday, November 3, 2019, at 89 years of age. Mrs. Martin was known for being stern, yet caring, and her heart was open to giving without expectations and loving unconditionally. She happily shared her life experience and wisdom with others, and she naturally took on the role of mother to those that needed support...
Roxanne Morkved (Roxi) Hall
Oct 30, 2019
Roxanne (Roxi) Morkved Hall of Covington, passed away Wednesday, October 30, 2019, at the age of 61. Roxi was the founder of the Ride for Roxy Foundation. She enjoyed camping, crocheting, riding motorcycles and was a part of a dart league. Always the life of the party, she will be missed by all who knew her and will be remembered...
Mary Jacqueline "Jackie" Bowden
Oct 27, 2019
Mary Jacqueline "Jackie" Bowden, of Social Circle, passed away Sunday, October 27, 2019, at 83 years of age. She was a member of Sewell United Methodist Church, in Mansfield, and was retired from Georgia Central Bank, where she was a dedicated employee for 37 years. Mrs. Bowden's life centered around her love of family, which for her, included fellow church...
Kathy Christian
Oct 25, 2019
Kathy Christian, of Covington, passed away Friday, October 25, 2019, at 63 years of age. A vital member of her community, Kathy worked for the Newton County Recreation Department and attended Gospel Mission Church in Covington. Her smile brightened any room, and she was quick to offer a kind word and support to anyone who needed it. Kathy was a...
Billy H. Mccullough
Oct 24, 2019
Billy H. McCullough, of Macon, GA, passed away Thursday, October 24, 2019, at 78 years of age. Mr. McCullough attended Georgia School for the Deaf, in Cave Spring, Georgia. Naturally athletic, he excelled in sports both as a student and in his adult life. As a member of the Tigers basketball team, Mr. McCullough was inducted into the Georgia School...
Margie "Grandmomma Buddy" Allen
Oct 24, 2019
Margie "Grandmomma Buddy" Allen, of Porterdale, passed away Thursday, October 24, 2019, at the age of 89. Mrs. Allen was a lifetime member of Julia A. Porter United Methodist Church. She had an amazing faith in her Lord and a true servant's heart. Mrs. Allen was the eldest of nine children, and she loved her family dearly. Mrs. Allen enjoyed...
Barbara "Maw Maw/Granny" Futral
Oct 21, 2019
Barbara "Maw Maw/Granny" Futral, of Oxford, passed away Monday, October 21, 2019, at 78 years of age. Mrs. Futral's family captured the true essence of who she was by saying, "Her love was deep, her heart was pure, and her love was endless!". Her deep capacity to care for others was shared with family and people she met along the...
Kenneth "K.B." Mims, Sr.
Oct 20, 2019
Kenneth "K.B." Mims, Sr., of Oxford, passed away Sunday, October 20, 2019, at the age of 95. K.B. proudly served his country, in the United states Army, during World War II. He was a member of First Baptist Church, of Covington, and retired from McLean Trucking Company. K.B. enjoyed being outdoors in nature, whether it was fishing or gardening. More...
Linda Beatrice Crosdale
Oct 20, 2019
Mrs. Linda Beatrice Crosdale was born March 10, 1923 to the late Anthony and Emily Palmer in Maidstone, Manchester, Jamaica, West Indies. She was the eldest of nine children, four brothers and four sisters, Linda spent her early years in Manchester, graduated from Topsham primary school. Linda relocated to Kingston, Jamaica, she proceeded on to her passion as a seamstress....
Agnes Ruth Mitchell Campbell
Oct 19, 2019
Agnes Ruth Mitchell Campbell sweetly transitioned on Saturday, October 26, 2019, surrounded by her loved ones. She was born January 23, 1934, in Montgomery, Alabama. Mrs. Campbell graduated from Alabama State University and furthered her education at the University of Denver. Mrs. Campbell reigned as Miss Alabama State University (1955) and was a lifetime member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority,...
Jean Waters
Oct 19, 2019
Jean Waters of Covington, passed away Saturday, October 19, 2019, at the age of 84. Mrs. Waters enjoyed spending time with her family and putting together jigsaw puzzles. She will be remembered as a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Mrs. Waters was preceded in death by her husband, Frank A. Waters; parents, Orville and Opal Acree; and sister, Betty...
Fred Kirchner
Oct 14, 2019
Fred Kirchner of Monticello, passed away Monday, October 14, 2019, at the age of 74. From 1964-1968, Mr. Kirchner proudly served his country, in the United States Navy, during the Vietnam War. He was a resident of Monticello, since 1975, and was a member of Monticello United Methodist Church. Mr. Kirchner was a dedicated employee with AT&T for 51 years...
Baby Boy Samuel Mark Campbell
Oct 14, 2019
Baby Boy Samuel Mark Campbell of Conyers passed away Monday, October 14, 2019. Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God is one Lord: Deuteronomy 6:4 Survivors include his parents, Jordan and Gabby Campbell; maternal grandparents, Kelly and Mary Conan; paternal grandparents, Neil and Tamera Campbell; aunts and uncles, Laoni Conan, Adam and Jena Gutierrez, Josiah Conan, Kendal and MaKayla Campbell,...
Gail Lemke
Oct 13, 2019
Gail Lemke, of Woodstock, passed away Sunday, October 13, 2019, at 80 years of age. Mrs. Lemke was a graduate of Newton County High School and was employed by the City of Atlanta for a short time before starting her tenure with DeKalb County. After a successful and remarkable career, she retired as supervisor of DeKalb County Juvenile Court System....
Billy Carter
Oct 12, 2019
Billy Carter, of Covington, passed away Saturday, October 12, 2019, at 53 years of age. Billy was a graduate of Jasper County High School and a former employee of Evans Tool & Die, where he dedicated 17 years of hard work. He attended worship and was a faithful member of Gaither's United Methodist Church, in Covington, for over 35 years....
James (Jim) Gregg
Oct 12, 2019
James (Jim) Gregg, of Covington, passed away Saturday, October 12, 2019, at 55 years of age. Jim was a supportive member of High Point Baptist Church in Covington. A devoted family man, he was the best version of himself any time he was with loved ones, and he shared a close bond with his grandchildren. Equally important to Jim -...
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