All Obituaries

Lendia Herring, of Covington, passed away Friday, August 7, 2020, at 66 years of age.  Born in Lafayette, GA, to Junior and Cora Lee (Pinson) Herring, who have preceded her in death, Lendia faithfully attended Community Church of Praise, in Stockbridge.  She enjoyed working with her flowers and tending to her vegetable garden but found the most joy in her role as a loving wife, mother, and grandmother, treasuring any time she could spend with her family. In addition to her parents,...

Annie Pearl Stowe of Covington, passed away Friday, August 7, 2020, at the age of 92. Mrs. Stowe was a lifelong member of Cornish Mountain Baptist Church. She enjoyed being outdoors, working in her flower garden and spending time with her family. Mrs. Stowe was preceded in death by her loving husband, Ernest C. Stowe; father, Lewis Stapp; mother, Edna Bailey; sisters, Ruby Nell Shore, and Lucile Casper.   Survivors include her sons and daughters-in-law, Sammy and Carol Stowe, Henry...

Wendell Herrington of Covington, passed away Friday, August 7, 2020, at the age of 65. 

Lillie Clarice Carter, of Walnut Grove, passed away Thursday, August 6, 2020, at the age 89. Mrs. Carter’s life was characterized by kindness and compassion. She was selfless in nature and tending to the needs of others came before her own – always and in all ways. Mrs. Carter’s warm smile and engaging personality blended seamlessly with her love of people. Her days were filled with family time, caring for her flower garden, keeping her home pristine and organized, and...

Glenda Capes Kitchens, of Covington, passed away Thursday, August 6, 2020, at the age of 73. Mrs. Kitchens, a 1965 graduate of Newton County High School, spent her days growing up in the close-knit community of Almon. She was a member of Shiloh United Methodist Church and her Christ-like love,  forgiving and unconditional, was shown to all who crossed her path. Mrs. Kitchens reserved a special place in her heart for her family and cared for them thoughtfully and with great...

  Ernest Lee Graham of Aiken, South Carolina, passed away Wednesday, August 5, 2020, at the age of 89. Mr. Graham was a snazzy dresser and loved his hats. He liked old cars, attending cars shows, and fishing in his spare time. Mr. Graham adored his family dearly and relished the time spent with them. He was preceded in death by his parents, Rev. Willard D. and Edna Eleanor Graham; sisters, Ruth Kent, Delores Graham, Lucy Rush; spouse, Hazel Graham.   Survivors include his...

Rev. Jordan Reid Troutman, Jr. of Stockbridge, Georgia.   At the age of 88 years old, Jay took his last breath as he entered the presence of the Lord and other loved ones that preceded him on Wednesday, August 5th, 2020, at 6:55 pm as he heard the last few words to the song “Oh How I Love Jesus”.    Jay was preceded in death by his parents Jordan Reid Troutman Sr. & Bertha Barnhill Troutman-Hicks, and two sisters Ann Troutman-O’Neil, and Mary...

Rochelle McRay of Covington, passed away Tuesday, August 4, 2020, at the age of 82. Because of Mrs. McRay’s love for working with people, she was a longtime waitress at Henderson’s Restaurant and previously a beautician and owner of her own salon. She was a brilliant seamstress, enjoyed cooking, gardening both vegetables and flowers, and was a big animal lover. Mrs. McRay loved spending time with her family and will be remembered as an adoring wife, mother, grandmother, and...

Gary Edward Milligan, of Porterdale, passed away Monday, August 3, 2020, at the age of 59. Gary was known for being very personable. He was friendly and outgoing, and never met a stranger – everyone was his friend! Gary was a huge Atlanta Braves fan and enjoyed cheering them on. He had a sweet tooth for Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, Coca-Cola, honey buns, and a hankering for his favorite dish, meatloaf. Gary was a special man to all who met him and will be missed dearly. He was...

Dan Conley of Covington passed away Monday, August 3, 2020, at the age of 73. Mr. Conley proudly served his country in the United States Air Force and retired from AT&T after 33 years. Dedicated and faithful, he was a member of Canaan Baptist Church since 1991, where he was incredibly involved at - teaching Sunday School, Vacation Bible School, singing in the Choir and helping with the live streaming. Mr. Conley enjoyed many hobbies and was a champion at chili cook-offs, cornhole...