All Obituaries

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...

Anthony Mitchell, of Conyers, passed away Sunday, August 2, 2020, at the age of 21. Anthony was a tenderhearted and caring soul who had a genuine concern for the well-being of others. In his free time, he liked to be outside, and fishing was one of his favorite ways to enjoy nature. He was preceded in death by his mother, Tammy Michelle Goss; grandmother, Janet Chandler; and grandfather, Harold Goss.   Anthony’s memory will forever remain in the hearts of his father and...

Peggy Clarke Dobbs, of Covington, passed away peacefully Sunday, August 2, 2020, at the age of 86, after a brief illness. Mrs. Dobbs grew up on a farm in Almon and was a member of Shiloh United Methodist Church. She attended the University of West Georgia on a 4-H scholarship and later graduated from Georgia State University. She married the love of her life, C.B. Dobbs, in 1953, and they were happily married for 65 years. As part of a nearly 30-year career as a teacher, Mrs. Dobbs taught...

David Robert Alvord, 59, of Conyers, GA, passed away on August 2, 2020.  David was a 1979 graduate of Solvay (NY) High School where he lettered in football and basketball.  After time in the U.S. Air Force, he received a degree in Landscape Architecture from SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry at Syracuse University.  David’s biggest passion was restoring antique tractors, a result of summers spent on his uncle’s dairy farm in Tully, NY.  A...

Annie Mae Callaway, of Social Circle, passed away Friday, July 31, 2020, at the age of 86. Upon accepting Christ as her Lord and Savior, Mrs. Callaway was baptized in the Alcovy River and throughout her days remained steadfast in her Christian faith. Equally important and central to her life was family. Mrs. Callaway and her loved ones were a tight-knit clan who enjoyed gatherings at her house; she was a gracious host and remarkable cook which always promised a delicious meal and great...

James “Jimmy” Adams, of Oxford, passed away Thursday, July 30, 2020, at the age of 53. Jimmy was many things – friendly, energetic, hard-working, and deeply compassionate, but it was his love of family that captured his true essence. In his role as a father and grandfather, Jimmy formed bonds and made memories that will last a lifetime. He was preceded in death by his sister, Christine Harris.   The memory of Jimmy will remain in the hearts of his family and...

Shirley “Vonnie” Crowe of Monroe, passed away Thursday, July 30, 2020, at the age of 70. Mrs. Crowe enjoyed working in her garden, canning, and was a wonderful cook and baker – she especially liked making her delicious banana pudding. She loved her family, grandchildren and church family dearly and will be missed by all who knew her. Mrs. Crowe was preceded in death by her husband, Mack Junior Crowe; grandchild, Mandy Davenport; mother, Mildred Modene Coker; father, William...

Amanda Louise Johnson, of Covington, passed away Thursday, July 30, 2020, at the age of 86. Mrs. Johnson was a caring nurse who worked alongside Dr. Callaway, in Covington, for many years. She was strong in spirit and passionate for family. Mrs. Johnson shared a genuine connection with her children and grandchildren and was the best version of herself when in their company. She found pleasure in simple things like sitting quietly to read or enjoying nature’s scenery while birdwatching....