Local obituaries for Newton County in Georgia.

Harold "Junebug" Ayers
Nov 30, 2019
Harold "Junebug" Ayers of Covington, passed away Saturday, November 30, 2019, at the age of 72. Mr. Ayers proudly served his country, in the United States Army, after graduating from Newton County High School in 1965. A longtime resident of Newton County, he attended Red Oak United Methodist Church for 53 years. Mr. Ayers worked for the City of Covington,...

Alex Toro
Nov 28, 2019
Alex Toro of Oxford, passed away Thursday, November 28, 2019, at the age of 60. Mr. Toro grew up in New York before moving to Atlanta in 1983. He enjoyed taking on projects whether it was working on cars or putting things together. In Addition, Mr. Toro was a "foodie", liked European cars, listening to classic rock music and enjoyed...
Quinlan Gerald (Jeri) Kirkus
Nov 28, 2019
Quinlan Gerald (Jeri) Kirkus went to be with her Lord and Savior, Thursday, November 28, 2019, at the age of 80. She was born November 18, 1939, in Newton County, to Mr. Dilmus Thomas Hay and Mrs. Inez Bailey Hay. Mrs. Kirkus graduated from Rockdale County High School, June 3, 1958, and married Embry Joseph ten days later on June...
Janice Ellis
Nov 28, 2019
Janice Ellis of Oxford, passed away November 28, 2019, at the age of 74. Kindhearted and a caregiver to many, Mrs. Ellis was known as "Mama Janice" to many. In her spare time, she enjoyed camping with her loved ones. Mrs. Ellis loved her family, church family and the children she kept throughout the years dearly and will be missed...

Shirley Kennedy-Jones
Nov 27, 2019
Shirley Kennedy-Jones, of Covington, passed away Wednesday, November 27, 2019, at 65 years of age. Born April 13, 1954, in Monticello, Georgia, Shirley was raised in Shady Dale and was a graduate of Monticello High School. She ambitiously pursued her dreams and furthered her education at various institutes of education: DeKalb Technical College, acquiring her certificate as an EMT; The...
Hunter Ray White
Nov 27, 2019
Hunter Ray White of Covington, passed away Wednesday, November 27, 2019, at the age of 24. Hunter was funny, outgoing, witty, and a beautiful person inside and out. He enjoyed being outdoors whether it was fishing, hunting, or traveling to the beach. Hunter was the life of the party everywhere that he went. In his spare time, he liked playing...

Sandra Reid
Nov 26, 2019
Sandra Reid, of Covington, passed away Tuesday, November 26, 2019, at 61 years of age. To those closest to Sandra, she was known for having a spirited demeanor and a penchant for keeping her things in order. Going out for a meal was how she liked to socialize with family. It was a time for fellowship and getting caught-up on...
William B. Chappell
Nov 26, 2019
William B. Chappell of Covington, passed away Tuesday, November 26, 2019, at the age of 81. Mr. Chappell was a believer of Christ and an honorable man - always keeping his word. He enjoyed making people laugh, listening to Gospel music, reading and was a huge fan of sports, especially the Braves and the Falcons. Mr. Chappell loved his family...
Bill Weeks
Nov 26, 2019
Bill Weeks of Social Circle, passed away Tuesday, November 26, 2019, at the age of 79. Mr. Weeks was a member of the Elks Lodge for over 40 years. In his spare time, he enjoyed canning and preserving vegetables from his garden. Mr. Weeks had a passion for cars, whether it was working on antique cars or watching his favorite...

Amy Dimsdale
Nov 26, 2019
Amy Dimsdale, of Covington, passed away Tuesday, November 26, 2019, at 49 years of age. After graduating Newton County High School, Amy's ambition and drive led her to Artistic Beauty College, in Conyers, where she explored her creative side. To allow for various opportunities in the work force, she then attended classes at DeKalb Tech. Amy was outgoing and social,...

Holly Berg Casey
Nov 25, 2019
Holly Berg Casey of Covington, passed away Monday, November 25, 2019, at the age of 76. Mrs. Casey enjoyed being outdoors and traveling to different countries. One of her early hobbies led her to meet her husband, Ed, which was racing Porsches, while living in Boston. Mrs. Casey also enjoyed showing Appaloosa and Quarter horses. Ed and Holly also enjoyed...

Horace Wayne Williams "Wig"
Nov 25, 2019
Horace Wayne Williams "Wig" of Covington, passed away Monday, November 25, 2019, at the age of 66. First and foremost, Mr. Williams was loved dearly by his friends and family. A longtime resident of Newton County, he was known for his unique sense of humor and his love for football - especially the Georgia Bulldogs. Mr. Williams was preceded in...
Marcus "Mark" Hudson
Nov 24, 2019
Marcus "Mark" Hudson, of Rutledge, passed away Sunday, November 24, 2019, at 62 years of age. Mark had many interests and hobbies, most of which demonstrated his desire to be both outside and working with his hands. He was an outdoorsman who enjoyed fishing and hunting, and his passion for hunting crows earned him the nickname, "Crow Man". Mark liked...
Doris Messick
Nov 23, 2019
Doris Messick, of Covington, passed away Saturday, November 23, 2019, at 84 years of age. A true example of a Christian woman, Mrs. Messick's daily life spoke to her deep faith in God. She was a supportive and vital member of Full Gospel Holiness Church, in Walnut Grove, and was a past member of the Richlands Tabernacle before moving to...

Willie Kirk Watkins
Nov 21, 2019
Willie Kirk Watkins, of Covington, passed away Thursday, November 21, 2019, at 87 years of age. Mr. Watkins honorably served his country in the United States Navy. A faithful member at The Church of Covington, he delighted in worshipping alongside his brother and sisters in Christ. After his retirement from Scientific Atlanta, Mr. Watkins pursued his passion for farming and...

Beverly Gail Brown
Nov 21, 2019
Beverly Gail Brown, of Monroe, passed away Thursday, November 21, 2019, at 74 years of age. No services are scheduled at this time.

Rev. Mister Thomas J. Metzger
Nov 21, 2019
Rev. Mister Thomas J. Metzger of Mansfield, passed away Thursday, November 21, 2019, at the age of 67. He was preceded in death by his parents, Phillip and Dolly (Finn) Metzger; sister, Rebecca Zimmer. Survivors include his loving wife, Barbara Metzger; daughter, Melissa Cannon; son, Jason Metzger; grandchildren, Bronwen Wilson and husband, Austin, Mack, Joseph, Rose, Cora, Bishop Cannon; great-grandchildren,...

Sybil Sheppard
Nov 21, 2019
Sybil Sheppard, of Newborn, passed away Thursday, November 21, 2019, at 80 years of age. Mrs. Sheppard was a longtime and faithful member of Mountain View Baptist Church in Stone Mountain. She was gifted with a bright mind and an inclination to work hard. Mrs. Sheppard was a member of both the National Honor Society and the Beta Club. She...
Carl Marchant
Nov 18, 2019
Carl Marchant, of Griffin, passed away Monday, November 18, 2019, at 72 years of age. A graduate of Tifton County High School, Mr. Marchant never met a stranger and believed in living life to the fullest. He was preceded in death by his parents, William David and Annie Laurie Marchant; as well as brother-in-law, Richard McMillian. Those left to cherish...

Harry Q. Davis,, (Ret) Col Jr.
Nov 17, 2019
Harry Q. Davis, Jr., COL (RET), US Army, 92, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend, died peacefully, Sunday, November 17, 2019. He was born on the family farm in Newton County, April 1927, to Harry Quigg and Agnus McClure Davis. Upon graduation from Covington High School in 1944, he entered the Navy, serving during WWII as a submariner in...
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