Local obituaries for Newton County in Georgia.

Apr 12, 2025

Nancy "Vance" Morris, cherished teacher, loving family member, and lifelong lover of the outdoors, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 12th, 2025, in Covington, GA. Vance was born on Tuesday, January 4th, 1949, in Porterdale, Georgia, and spent her life enriching the lives of those around her. She was 76 years old.

Vance dedicated her career to education, imparting wisdom, kindness,...

Apr 10, 2025

Apr 10, 2025

Thomas Harold Davis, of Covington, passed away, Thursday, April 10, 2025, at the age of 88. Mr. Davis was a devoted man of faith and strength who leaves behind a legacy of love, perseverance, and unwavering character. He found joy in singing Christian music and lifting up his voice in praise. He was very competitive at all games; bingo, Mexican...

Apr 9, 2025

Jerlene Kay Morrison, age 84, passed away peacefully on April 9, 2025, in Covington, Georgia, surrounded by her family.

Born with a warm heart and a vibrant spirit, Jerlene never met a stranger. Her kindness, wit, and ability to strike up a conversation with anyone made her a treasured friend and confidante to many. She had a passion for flowers, a...

Apr 5, 2025

Affectionately known as “K.B.” or “Ken”

Charles Kenneth Brown, beloved husband, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away peacefully on April 5th, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, mentorship, and entrepreneurship. Born on April 11, 1939, in Haralson County, Georgia, Ken lived a full and generous life dedicated to family, service and community. He was a long-time resident of Roswell, Georgia,...

Apr 3, 2025

Rufus Richard Johnson, of Covington, passed away Thursday, April 3, 2025, at the age of 91. Mr. Johnson was a devoted husband, dedicated worker, and cherished member of the Apostolic Community Church for over 20 years. He was married to his beloved wife for 73 wonderful years and spent 35 years working faithfully at Warren Refrigeration. Known for his love...

Mar 31, 2025

Like most people of his age, James Lamar Harris was born not in a hospital, but at home, in a house on Floyd Street, in Covington on November 10, 1933. Jim was the fourth of five children born to Erastus and Fanny Harris. 

Jim enlisted in the Air Force at the age of 17. He would tell you that joining the...

Mar 29, 2025

Larry Griffin Marlow, 79, of Conyers, Georgia, took his final flight on March 29, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, adventure, and craftsmanship. Born on June 26, 1945 in Bowdon, Georgia. Larry lived a life full of passion, dedication, and service.

A skilled and fearless helicopter pilot, Larry spent his career soaring the skies, always ready for the next adventure....

Mar 29, 2025

Glenda Carter, a beloved wife, cherished daughter, devoted mother, and treasured Nana, passed away surrounded by loved ones on March 29, 2025, in Covington, Georgia, at the age of 73. Born on July 21, 1951, in Clarkesville, Georgia, Glenda's life was a testament to her unwavering dedication to her family, friends, and community.

Glenda is survived by her devoted husband of...

Mar 27, 2025

Adrienne Victoria Rider Williams, beloved mother, sister, aunt and friend passed away Thursday, March 27, 2025, at the age of 42. Born September 22, 1982, she was the cherished daughter of Steve and Vicki Rider and a proud mother to her two sons Tucker and Crews Williams. Adrienne’s life was defined by her love for family. She fought tirelessly, especially...

Mar 24, 2025

Linda Brown, of Covington, passed away Monday, March 24, 2025, at the age of 82. Linda VanHorn Brown was born in Mt. Airy, Georgia and moved to Atlanta at 17 years old to begin her career. While working in Atlanta, she met her future husband, Richard. Upon moving to Covington, they raised three sons, Scott, Jef and Michael. A devoted...

Mar 23, 2025

JoAnn Kimble, of Jasper, passed away, Sunday, March 23, 2025, at the age of 78. Mrs. Kimble was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. Known for her baking and for her love of country music, she could often be found listening to her favorite tunes while baking up a storm. An avid reader, Mrs. Kimble found comfort and adventure...

Mar 20, 2025

Orval Dean LeJeune, loving husband of Suzanne Kaye LeJeune, was ushered into the presence of the Lord on March 20, 2025 at the age of 85. He was born into the home of minister and wife, Reverend Byron E. LeJeune and Mamie Bates LeJeune on May 27, 1939, in Fitzgerald, GA.

Orval graduated in 1957 from Central High School in Charlotte,...

Mar 19, 2025

Tommy Lee Walden, of Covington, passed away Wednesday, March 19, 2025, at the age of 79. Mr. Walden, a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully, longing to reunite with his beloved wife, Linda, of 60 years. A man of deep faith, he loved his church and took pride in hard work, spending his years building homes and tending...

Mar 19, 2025

Delinda “Pudgie” Kennedy, born May 14, 1957, passed away on March 19, 2025, after a courageous three-year battle with cancer. She was born into a loving family as the second youngest of six siblings to Charles and Pepper Loftis. As the smallest in the family, her father affectionately gave her the nickname “Pudgie,” a name that stayed with her throughout...

Mar 19, 2025

Terry Boyd Brady, of Monroe, passed away Wednesday, March 19, 2025, at the age of 75. Mr. Brady was a devoted family man and humble servant of the Lord, leaving behind a legacy of love, faith, and generosity. A dedicated preacher, he found joy in sharing God’s word and serving others with a compassionate and giving heart. His love for...

Mar 17, 2025

Martha Nancy Sigman Morris, of Oxford, passed away Monday, March 17, 2025, at the age of 95. Mrs. Morris was a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend. She had a passion for crafting of all kinds, with a special love for painting, coloring, and creating beautiful works of art. She found joy in cooking for her family, always making sure...

Mar 16, 2025

Frances Harris Lunsford, age 98, of Covington, Georgia, passed away peacefully on March 16, 2025. She was born on August 23, 1926, in Milledgeville, Georgia, to Ivey Lee Harris and Nora Lee Kilgore. Frances was a beloved educator, known affectionately as “Mrs. Frances” by her students. She taught kindergarten for 20 years at Jack and Jill, the Little Red School House,...

Mar 16, 2025

Sherry Lynn Gatton, of Conyers, passed away Sunday, March 16, 2025, at the age of 70. Mrs. Gatton was a loving and devoted woman who cherished her family, especially her kids and grandkids. She always put others first, and her kindness touched the lives of many. A passionate preschool teacher, she dedicated her career to shaping young minds. She loved...

Mar 15, 2025

Andre John Rojko of Conyers, passed away Saturday, March 15, 2025, at the age of 28. Andre had a deep love for music and achieved his Associates Degree of Applied Science Music Production and Audio for Media at AIMM - especially live concerts, and his passion for drums was evident on stage in the middle school and marching band in...