Local obituaries for Newton County in Georgia.
Jesse Len (Pap) Richardson
Feb 21, 2018
Jesse (Pap) Len Richardson, age 76, of Covington, passed away February 21, 2018. Mr. Richardson retired from Miller Grading, where he worked as a heavy machine operator. He liked to be outside, working in the yard, but his greatest passion was restoring antique cars. Mr. Richardson will be remembered as a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He was preceded in...
Linda Colley Napoli
Feb 20, 2018
Linda Colley Napoli, 62, of Mansfield, went home to be with her Heavenly Father on February 20, 2018. She was born to the late Mr. James and Louise Crenshaw who were longtime residents of Mansfield. She was a member of The Baptist Tabernacle in Covington. A loving wife, mother and granny, she will forever be missed by all, but will...
Cindi Grasso
Feb 20, 2018
Cindi Grasso of Social Circle, passed away February 20, 2018, at 61 years of age. Cindi attended First Presbyterian Church in Covington. She loved all children and had a real gift for making everyone feel special by being warm and personable. She loved sending cards to show that she didn't forget your special day. Cindi loved her family and especially...
Jacqueline Pickett Whitten
Feb 20, 2018
Jacqueline Pickett Whitten of Conyers, passed away February 20, 2018, at the age of 77. Mrs. Whitten faithfully attended The Church at Covington. When she was able, she enjoyed playing tennis and golf. Additionally, she liked going to Turner Lake where she worked with ceramics with the Seniors group. Mrs. Whitten was loved and will be greatly missed by her...
Butch Woodruff
Feb 17, 2018
Butch Woodruff of Covington, passed away Saturday, February 17, 2018, at 73 years of age. Known as a dedicated, determined, and dependable man, Butch was a proud and very goal-driven man. He loved being outside, where he put his gardening skills into practice. In addition to being a NASCAR and Georgia Tech fan, Butch enjoyed cooking for his family and...
Robert "Gator" Fullen
Feb 16, 2018
Robert "Gator" Fullen, age 57, of Oxford, passed away February 16, 2018. After graduating high school, Robert followed in his father's footsteps and joined the United States Air Force. He would later use the skills he earned in the Air Force to work as a helicopter mechanic for the Covington Airport. An avid biker, Robert was a member of HOH...
Mary Claire Parham
Feb 16, 2018
Mary Claire Parham of Covington, age 16 months, went to Heaven on February 16, 2018, and is now being rocked in the arms of her Mamaw. Affectionately known as "Prize Number-Nine Grandbaby", Mary Claire was full of love and wonder. Her playful spirit was abundant, and she loved to run and dance and sing. Always quick to show affection, Mary...
Daniel Moyers
Feb 15, 2018
Daniel Moyers, age 61, of Atlanta, passed away Thursday, February 15, 2018. Daniel, who played football in high school, would continue his love of sports throughout his life. He loved drinking coffee, enjoyed traveling, and, in his younger years, Daniel relished the time spent with his daughter, Robin. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Robin Rabun; parents, James...
Walter "Walt" Hegwood
Feb 15, 2018
Walter "Walt" Hegwood, age 81, of Covington, passed away February 15, 2018. Mr. Hegwood was a faithful and active member of Newton Baptist Church. In addition to singing in the choir with his wife, Patricia, he always attended Men's Prayer Breakfast. He enjoyed playing the guitar with his pickin' buddies and would meet up with them for a meal and...
Alice Cotton
Feb 15, 2018
Alice Cotton, age 101, of Social Circle, passed away February 15, 2018. Born in Wales, Mrs. Cotton moved to the United States at the age of 12 and settled in Akron, OH. For many years, she was a member of St. Stephen's Anglican Catholic Church in Athens. Mrs. Cotton shared her gift of a servant's heart through her service as...
Daniel W. Crowe
Feb 13, 2018
Daniel W. Crowe, age 70, of Covington, passed away February 13, 2018. Mr. Crowe, a graduate of Druid Hills High School in Decatur, proudly served his country in the United States Army. Early in his career, he worked for both Mathis Dairy and Borden's Dairy and retired from the City of Covington after 20 years of loyal service. He attended...
Leigh Jay
Feb 10, 2018
Leigh Jay of Covington, passed away February 10, 2018, at 82 years of age. A strong Christian woman and a faithful member of First Baptist Church in Covington, where she had attended since she was two years old, Leigh sang in the choir, as well as working in the church nursery for 41 years. She graduated from Georgia State College...
Randy James
Feb 9, 2018
Randy James of Covington, died February 9, 2018, at the age of 56. Hardworking man, Randy was a "people person" who enjoyed serving his community and helping those in need. When he wasn't working, he enjoyed spending time outdoors. Randy adored his family and especially cherished the time he spent with his wife, children and grandchildren. He was preceded in...
Dennis P. (Denny) Klebba
Feb 9, 2018
Dennis P. (Denny) Klebba of Rutledge, passed away February 9, 2018, at the age of 74. Mr. Klebba, a veteran of the United States Army, was a former resident of Detroit, Michigan, before moving to Covington in 1973. He was employed by the Seaboard Railroad, for many years, before he began driving a truck for several years. Mr. Klebba, loving...
Patricia Jane Payne
Feb 6, 2018
Patricia Jane Payne of Mansfield, passed away February 6, 2018, at 69 years of age. A Graveside Service for Ms. Payne will be held Friday, February 9, 2018, 11:00 AM, at Resthaven Garden of Memory, 2284 Candler Rd., in Decatur. Friends may visit with the family Thursday, February 8, from 6:30 - 8:00 PM, at Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home,...
Larry Walden
Feb 6, 2018
Larry Walden of Covington, passed away February 6, 2018, at 70 years of age. A member of Stewart Community Church, Mr. Walden was a strong Christian man. Because of his loving and caring demeanor and his passion for helping people, he never met a stranger and would give you the ‘shirt off his back'. One of his favorite hobbies was...
Frances Morrow
Feb 3, 2018
Frances Morrow of Covington, passed away February 3, 2018, at 94 years of age. A resident of Covington since 1999, Mrs. Morrow worked as a certified nursing assistant for many years. Her heart's true calling was caring for nursing home residents. She was a past member of the Eastern Star, and her hobbies were cooking, canning, tending to her flowers,...
Mary "Ila" Wilson
Feb 3, 2018
Mary "Ila" Wilson of Covington, passed away February 3, 2018, at 73 years of age. Mrs. Wilson was a lifelong resident of Newton County and a 1962 graduate of Newton County High School. She attended Lovejoy United Methodist Church for many years. Mrs. Wilson's family and friends considered her caring demeanor to be her greatest gift - one that she...
Rick Thibadeau
Feb 2, 2018
Rick Thibadeau of Decatur, passed away February 2, 2018, at the age of 71. Rick was a fitness enthusiast who enjoyed working out and running at Stone Mountain Park. He also enjoyed traveling to the beach and relished the evening sunsets. Rick adored his family and cherished the time he spent with him. Undoubtedly, he will be missed by all...
Annie H. Crawford
Feb 1, 2018
Annie H. Crawford of Covington, passed away February 1, 2018, at 79 years of age. A native of Eufaula, AL, and a 1956 graduate of Eufaula High School, Mrs. Crawford attended Washington Street Methodist Church while living in her hometown. She relocated from St. Albans, VT, to Newton County in 1973. Shortly after moving, Mrs. Crawford joined St. Augustine Catholic...
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