Local obituaries for Newton County in Georgia.

Brooke Huckeba

Dec 27, 2018

Brooke Huckeba of Newborn, passed away Thursday, December 27, 2018, at the age of 28. A visitation for Brooke will be held Sunday, December 30, 2018, from 5:00 - 7:00 PM, at the chapel of Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road, in Covington. Visitation

DEC 30. 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM (EST)

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Hugh S. Cooper

Dec 27, 2018

Hugh S. Cooper of Jackson, passed away Thursday, December 27, 2018, at the age of 78. Mr. Cooper supported himself through college, and after graduating, he continued to build on his strong work ethic. As a self-made man, he provided for his family with the same drive and determination. Mr. Cooper was an attentive father and grandfather, and he enjoyed...

Roger Dale Gossage

Dec 27, 2018

Roger Dale Gossage of Covington, passed away Thursday, December 27, 2018, at the age of 71. Through the years he amazed his friends with his intelligence, knowledge of the law, and insurance. When Roger worked at Lockheed-Martin, he was known by his fellow union members as "the insurance guru". Some even referred to him as their "Lockheed attorney". He was...

Lillian Harvey Benjamin

Dec 26, 2018

Lillian Harvey Benjamin of Conyers, passed away December 26, 2018, at the age of 1. Lillian liked watching ABC Kids T.V. and CoCoMelon. She enjoyed cruising on the road and liked it when her family sang to her her favorite lullaby Lillian Mukefanna. Survivors include her parents, Merseline and Harvey Benjamin; grandparents, Ruth and Vinton Benjamin, Martha and Moses Thomson;...

Jeff Gates

Dec 26, 2018

Jeff Gates of Covington, passed away Wednesday, December 26, 2018, at the age of 49. Jeff was employed with Sherwin Williams for nineteen years. He was talented with his hands and enjoyed wood working and remodeling. Jeff's family was his pride and joy, and he will be remembered as a loving son, husband, Daddy and Pawpaw. Survivors include his wife...

Sarah Ann French Stone

Dec 26, 2018

Sarah Ann French Stone, born March 5, 1923, in Taft, Texas, passed away Wednesday, December 26, 2018, at the age of 95. Formerly a lifelong resident of Taft, "Miss Sarah" moved to Conyers, Georgia, in 1998, to be near her only child, Shelby Stone Griscom, who preceded her in death, May 3, 1999. Also preceding her in death was her...

Betty Wilbanks Hughes

Dec 25, 2018

Betty Wilbanks Hughes of Covington, passed away Tuesday, December 25, 2018, at the age of 73. Mrs. Wilbanks was a loving wife, mother and grandmother who had a heart of gold. She was a people person and always had a smile on her face. In her spare time, she enjoyed sewing. Mrs. Hughes loved her animals - especially her dog,...

Terry R. Johnson

Dec 25, 2018

Terry R. Johnson of Covington, passed away Tuesday, December 25, 2018, at the age of 58. Terry had a love for the outdoors. He enjoyed fishing, deer hunting and eating catfish. Terry was a hard worker and the rock that kept everyone together. He loved his family dearly - especially his grandchildren who he enjoyed taking rides with on his...

Billy Payne

Dec 22, 2018

Billy Payne of Conyers, passed away Saturday, December 22, 2018, at the age of 88. During his remarkable career at the United States Postal Service, Mr. Payne worked many different jobs including his position at the district office in finance and budgeting and his time spent in retail. He was promoted to postmaster in Oxford before he eventually retired after...

Mary Symons

Dec 21, 2018

Mary Symons of Covington, passed away December 21, 2018, at the age of 78. Mrs. Symons was outgoing, sociable and fun-loving. Her favorite activities reflected her personality; she loved to bowl, play games, cook for friends and spend time with her family. As she hunted for treasures in thrift stores, Mrs. Symons delighted in adding to her expansive watch and...

Barbara Joan Spaulding Ryan

Dec 19, 2018

Barbara Joan Spaulding Ryan of Covington, passed away Wednesday, December 19, 2018, at the age of 70. Mrs. Ryan enjoyed spending time outside gardening and had a fondness for animals - especially birds. Spending time and making memories with her grandchildren was one of her greatest joys. She was preceded in death by her husband, Rick Ryan; parents, Harry Spaulding...

Lisa Parnell (Cici) Mon

Dec 18, 2018

Lisa (CiCi) Parnell Mon, age 50, of Wall Township, New Jersey, formerly of Mansfield, Georgia, passed away December 18, 2018. Lisa was raised in Mansfield Baptist Church, and while living in New Jersey, she attended St. Mark's Catholic Church where she sang in the choir. Though she was a gifted musician, both as a vocalist and pianist, she was also...

Pat Rochelle-Hughes

Dec 17, 2018

Pat Rochelle-Hughes of Oxford, passed away December 17, 2018, at the age of 67. Ms. Rochelle-Hughes graduated from Miami Dade College where she earned an associates degree in art - her greatest passion. She adored her family and will be deeply missed by all. Ms. Rochelle-Hughes was preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Ann (Thompson) Dickerson. Survivors include...

Barbara O. Capes

Dec 16, 2018

Barbara O. Capes of Covington, passed away Sunday, December 16, 2018, at the age of 81. Mrs. Capes enjoyed reading, traveling to St. Simons Island and was an avid University of Georgia Bulldog fan. Mrs. Capes adored her family and loved spending time with them - especially her grandchildren who she shared a special bond with. She was preceded in...

Teresa Bynum Poling

Dec 13, 2018

Teresa Bynum Poling of Conyers, passed away Thursday, December 13, 2018, at the age of 62. Teresa was a member of First Baptist Church of Conyers and co-owner of Storage Increase Incorporated. In 1996, she became Georgia's Lady Trap Shooting state champion. Her grandchildren were her world and she shared a special bond with each of them. She will be...

Gene Maddox

Dec 13, 2018

Gene Maddox of Buckhead, passed away Thursday, December 13, 2018, at the age of 72. Gene was a devoted husband and father and will be profoundly missed by all who came across his path. He was preceded in death by his parents, Thomas O. and Frances Eloise Maddox. Survivors include his loving wife, Katherine H. Maddox of Buckhead; son, Christopher...

William B. Bates

Dec 11, 2018

William B. Bates of Covington, passed away December 11, 2018, at the age of 72. Mr. Bates was retired from AT&T after 30 plus years of dedicated service. He was a member of St. Pius X Catholic Church, and he sang in the St. Cecilia Choir for 28 years. During his retirement, he used his tech background to invent a...

Emma Frances Rider Duke

Dec 11, 2018

Emma Frances Rider Duke of Covington, passed away December 11, 2018, at 92 years of age. With Mrs. Dukes loving demeanor, she had a huge heart and was known as the family caregiver. She enjoyed spending time with her family and vacationing at the beach and the lake with them. Mrs. Duke was a gifted musician who could play many...

Lynwood A. Maddox

Dec 10, 2018

Lynwood A. Maddox of Tucker, passed away December 10, 2018, at the age of 88. As a man of unwavering faith, he lived his entire life in a manner that reflected his Christian views. As a practicing attorney for more than 64 years, Mr. Maddox was guided by his faith in God. He served as Counsel for hundreds of Churches,...

Virginia H. Moon Walden

Dec 9, 2018

Virginia H. Moon Walden of Covington, passed away Sunday, December 9, 2018, at the age of 86. An active member of the Apostolic Community Church, Mrs. Walden delighted in reading her Bible and attending worship services. She made genuine connections with people and her friendships thrived because of that - and her loving demeanor. She was an attentive and caring...