James Thomas “Tommy” Neal, of Covington, passed away Sunday, April 18, 2021, at 55 years of age.  Tommy was known for his soft-spoken ways and kind personality.  He ‘cut up’ in his own unique way and was known to always be willing to lend a helping hand.  Mr. Neal was preceded by his parents, John Thomas Neal, Sara (Chancey) Haygood; brother, Mike Neal; and niece, Natalya Bellah. Those left to cherish his memory include his sisters and brother-in-law,...

Shelvie Dalton, of Mansfield, passed away Sunday, April 18, 2021, at the age of 67. Mrs. Dalton was married to the love of her life, Robert, for over 49 years and loved her family dearly. Whether it was traveling to the mountains, spending time at the lake, or playing cards with her mom, sister and friends, being with those she loved is what she cherished most. In Mrs. Dalton’s free time, she enjoyed canning vegetables she grew from her garden, doing crafts, collecting trucks...

Nancy Harper Allen, age 71, of Oxford, died April 15, 2021. Mrs. Allen was born September 17, 1949 to the late Leonard and Helen Harper. Survivors include her loving husband, William David (Billy) Allen of Oxford; daughter and beloved son-in-law, Melissa and David Lee Miller of Covington; sisters and brother-in-law, Martha House and Lynn and Sam Cook, all of Covington; and the loves of her life her grandchildren, Jacob Allen Miller of Covington and David Lee II and Hannah Miller of Monroe;...

Nellie Dotson, of Auburn, GA passed away April 14, 2021, at the age of 86.  Mrs. Dotson loved the Lord and loved reading her Bible and watching her grandson, Rev. Chad Gordon preach.  She also enjoyed watching Revs. David Jeremiah and Charles Stanley.  She had a big heart and loved her family very much.  Her favorite past-times were reading Christian books on her kindle, cooking and having candy available for her grandchildren.  She was preceded...

Elaine Stacey, of Clayton, passed away April 14, 2021, at the age of 64. She was selfless; always putting others before herself. Mrs. Stacey was a loving mother and grandmother. She was preceded in death by her husband, David Carl Stacey; parents, William Jo and Edna Lee Craft; and brother, Dennis Craft. Her memory will be cherished by her daughters, Holly Stacey, of Clayton, Sherry English; sons and daughter-in-law, Wayne and Jessica Stacey, of Covington, Ricky Stacey, of Clayton, Rodney...

Robert Franklin “Bob” Strawn of Oxford, GA, passed away on Tuesday, April 13, 2021, at the age of 93.  Mr. Strawn was married to the love of his life, Jean Strawn (“Hon”) for 69 1/2 years. His prayer and desire of the last few years was to be able to take care of his precious wife as long as needed, and God graciously granted that request with her passing 11 days earlier.  Mr. Strawn was a dedicated and passionate Christian man who loved to worship God...

W. David Clotfelter, of Social Circle, went to be with the Lord April 13, 2021, at the age of 52. David enjoyed the outdoors, spending his time by the lake fishing, or in the woods hunting. He was a car enthusiast, and liked buying and selling cars. David was a big fan of Southern Fried Championship Wrestling. His wife, Marti, was the love of his life. He loved his grandkids, his best friend, David Manders, and everyone was his buddy. He was preceded in death by his parents, Louis and Billie...

Debra Rice, of Covington, passed away April 11, 2021, at the age of 68. Ms. Rice was devoted to God and enjoyed watching Jimmy Swaggart and Dr. Robert Schuller preach. She was outgoing and made people laugh. Ms. Rice had a big heart and loved animals and kids. She also loved horseback riding and driving cars. Ms. Rice loved to sing and loved country music. One of her favorite pastimes was shopping at Walmart with her best friend Martha and going to eat afterwards. Ms. Rice enjoyed traveling...

Dorothy Maxine Wayt of Columbus, GA. was born on April 8,2021 and sadly passed on April 10,2021. She is the daughter of Kayla “Rachelle” Carder and Kevin Vaughn Wayt both of Jasper County GA. She was the epitome of perfection. No words can describe the pain that her family is feeling in losing such a precious angel. As much as we needed her, God had bigger plans for her and needed her more. We will forever be grateful for the short time we were able to have her with us and she...

Ronald Steven Coggin, of Covington, passed away at home on Friday, April 9, 2021, at the age of 77. Born September 14, 1943, Steve was the second of four children born to James LaPrade (Pat) and Nell Neely Coggin. He married Kay Shaw, of Porterdale, Georgia, on May 18, 1968, and loved her through 52 years of marriage. Steve was a 1962 graduate of Newton County High School. He valued his friendships and was instrumental in bringing friends together through helping to organize class reunions...