Local obituaries for Newton County in Georgia.
Kathryn Caldwell (Kathy) Miller
Jul 26, 2019
Kathryn (Kathy) Caldwell Miller, age 74, of Covington, GA, passed away Friday, July 26, 2019, surrounded by her loving family, at Abbey Hospice in Social Circle, GA. Born on May 21, 1945, in Telfair County, GA, she was the daughter of the late Otis Caldwell and Lois (Carpenter) Smith. She grew up in Helena, GA. In 1967, she married Thomas...
Joanne Howell
Jul 26, 2019
Mrs. Joanne Sorrells Howell passed away July 26, 2019, at her home with her family by her side. Josie was born May 17, 1932, in the Covington Mills community. She was the youngest of 10 children born to W. C. and Annie Sorrells. She had a happy childhood making many lifetime friends in the Covington Mills community. In 1950, she...
Courtnie Elizabeth Huff
Jul 26, 2019
Courtnie Elizabeth Huff of Covington, passed away Friday, July 26, 2019, at the age of 34. Courtnie had a sweet and loving personality. Positive and uplifting, she was always encouraging to everyone she knew. Courtnie was known for being "fashionably late" and her love for her family and friends was unconditional. She was preceded in death by her maternal grandparents,...
Bruce Jones
Jul 23, 2019
Bruce Jones, of Covington, passed away Tuesday, July 23, 2019, at the age of 66. Bruce was a lifelong resident of Newton County and was deeply rooted in his hometown community of Porterdale. An all-around athlete, he had a passion for playing ball. Bruce played Little League Baseball for the Porterdale Yankees, and he played fast-pitch softball for the Atlanta...
Carol Hayes Townley
Jul 22, 2019
Carol Hayes Townley of Loganville passed away Monday, July 22, 2019, at 75 years of age. Carol was proud of her Cherokee Indian and Irish heritage. She was born to the late James and Shirley Maxwell Hayes, who have preceded her in death. In addition to her parents, Carol is preceded in death by her siblings, Geraldine Hayes, James Monroe...
Dr. Carlos B. Meyer
Jul 21, 2019
Dr. Carlos B. Meyer, of Oxford, passed away Sunday, July 21, 2019, at the age of 91. Dr. Meyer held a Bachelor of Arts in chemistry from Emory University; a Master of Education from the University of Georgia; a Doctorate of Education in Health and Physical Education from Peabody College, Nashville, TN. He completed his education receiving a specialty degree...
Sandy Slaughter Moon
Jul 20, 2019
On July 20, 2019, at the age of 57, Sandy Jeaneene Slaughter Moon, loving wife and mother, went to be with the Lord. Sandy was born in Decatur, GA, August 24, 1961. In 1977, she moved to Loganville, where she met and married Robert Moon. They remained in Loganville and raised their children, Dusti, Misty, and Robby. She loved spending...
Larry Harris
Jul 19, 2019
Larry Harris of Clarkesville, GA, passed away Friday, July 19, 2019, at the age of 82. Born and raised in Covington, GA, Mr. Harris was a graduate of Newton County High School, Class of 1955, and a former member of Calvary Baptist Church. After graduating high school, he attended Georgia State University before receiving a business certification from the Harvard...
Brenda A. Garner
Jul 19, 2019
Brenda A. Garner of Covington, passed away Friday, July 19, 2019, at the age of 73. Mrs. Garner taught at Tabernacle Christian School, but for most of her working career, she dedicated 28 years of service to K-Mart before retiring. In her spare time, she enjoyed flower gardening and reading romance and mystery novels. Mrs. Garner was known for getting...
Darran Chase
Jul 18, 2019
Darran Chase, of Dallas, GA, formerly of Conyers, passed away Thursday, July 18, 2019, at the age of 53. Darran was a 1983 graduate of Heritage High School and a longtime resident of Dallas, GA. He was a dedicated and loyal employee of Zep Chemical for over 30 years. Darran was an enthusiastic and passionate football fan, and his chosen...
Jane Hooper
Jul 18, 2019
Jane Hooper, of Covington, passed away Thursday, July 18, 2019, at the age of 81. Ms. Hooper was active in the life of her church, Newton Baptist, and was working with the children in Kid's Camp up until the time of her passing. She had a servant's heart and was happy any time she was volunteering and helping others. Ms....
William Trox Mooney
Jul 16, 2019
William Trox Mooney, of Oxford, passed away Tuesday, July 16, 2019, at the age 81. Mr. Mooney proudly served his country in the United States Army. He was an extraordinary and hardworking family man who immersed himself daily in God's Word and its teachings. Mr. Mooney was mechanically gifted and was known for his love of working on small engines....
Carrolyn Jean Miller
Jul 14, 2019
Carrolyn Jean Miller of Covington, passed away Sunday, July 14, 2019, at the age of 70. Mrs. Miller was a native of West Virginia before moving to Covington in 1982. She was an employee at Ingles for several years in Covington. A few of Mrs. Miller's favorite hobbies included watching NASCAR and traveling to Panama City Beach, Florida. She was...
Larry Hardegree
Jul 13, 2019
Larry Hardegree of Porterdale, passed away Saturday, July 13, 2019, at the age of 72. Mr. Hardegree retired from Bibb Manufacturing after 48 years of dedicated service. He enjoyed fishing, attending car shows and was an avid WWE Wrestling fan. Mr. Hardegree loved his family dearly. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jack and Lorene Hardegree; brother, Jackie...
Linda Sue Hendrix Cook
Jul 13, 2019
Linda Sue Hendrix Cook, 74, of Covington, Georgia, passed away July 13, 2019. Linda was born on May 30, 1945, in Metter, Georgia, to Garland Edenfield and Cliffer Collins Hendrix. She was raised in Metter, and after graduating from Metter High School, moved to Atlanta. Linda graduated from Georgia State University with an Accounting Degree. She spent most of her...
Andrew "Andy" Strauss
Jul 11, 2019
Andrew "Andy" Strauss, 42, departed this life on July 11, 2019. Andy, as most knew him, was born in Atlanta, Georgia, September 17, 1976, to John and Jenny Strauss. He spent his early childhood years in Covington, Georgia and later moved with his family to St. Simons Island, Georgia. He graduated from Glynn Academy High School in 1995. He spent...
Charles Winston Bone
Jul 10, 2019
Charles Winston Bone of Covington, passed away Wednesday, July 10, 2019, at the age of 75. Mr. Bone enjoyed hunting, fishing, reading, traveling to St. Simons and creating things with his hands. He loved spending time with his family and friends. Mr. Bone was preceded in death by his wife, Wanda Rebecca Bone, whom he cherished and adored; son, Eric...
Becky G. Mask
Jul 10, 2019
Becky G. Mask, of Covington, passed away Wednesday, July 10, 2019, at the age of 77. Although she was unable to attend church in person, Ms. Mask held true to her faith and was obedient to her Christian beliefs. Her daily life, her love of family and her selfless nature mirrored her core values and principles. Ms. Mask was preceded...
Usaf Lt. Colonel Thomas E. (Ret.) Brazil
Jul 8, 2019
USAF (Ret.) Lt. Colonel Thomas E. Brazil, of Newborn, passed away July 8, 2019, at the age of 80. Tom was a native Georgian, born in LaGrange and raised in Atlanta. He attended Atlanta public schools and graduated from Georgia Tech. Tom and his wife, Marene, had three children: Tom, Jr., a teacher in Douglas County; Barbara, a teacher in...
Neth D. (Ken) Allen
Jul 8, 2019
Kenneth D. (Ken) Allen of Oxford, passed away Monday, July 8, 2019, at the age of 76. Mr. Allen was a faithful member and trustee of New Life Baptist Church in Covington. For 30 years, he was a dedicated employee at Evans Tool & Die. A sports fanatic, Mr. Allen enjoyed coaching little league football and cheering for his favorite...
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