Local obituaries for Newton County in Georgia.
Ernest Franklin Evans, Sr.
Aug 6, 2026
Ernest Franklin Evans, Sr., of Covington, passed away Thursday, August 6, 2026, at the age of 87. Mr. Evans lived a life centered on service, family, and community. A devoted husband for 50 years, he treasured every moment spent with his family, especially his beloved grandchildren. He had a passion for sports and dedicated countless hours to coaching baseball and...
Mary Rose Williams
Aug 4, 2026
Mary Rose Williams, of Bethlehem, passed away Tuesday, August 4, 2026, at the age of 97. Mrs. Williams will be remembered as a loving wife, devoted mother, and faithful friend whose life was centered on her family and her faith. A longtime member of Belmont Baptist Church, she was a deeply religious woman who lived out her beliefs through kindness,...
Kathleen Waddell Joyce
Aug 2, 2026
Kathleen Waddell Joyce, age 82, passed away August 2, 2026. She was born January 4, 1944, in Atlanta, GA. She is survived by her husband, John W. Joyce, daughter, Tracy Davis (Scott), as well as nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, J. Harris and Dorothy Waddell, and sisters, Sandra Goodwin...
Theresa Jean Payne
Aug 2, 2026
Theresa Jean Payne, of Snellville, passed away Sunday, August 2, 2026, at the age of 70. Mrs. Payne passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness, and creativity. A devoted and loving mother, she found joy in caring for her family and treasured the time she spent with them. Gifted with a talent for art, she had a...
Annelle Deerman
Jul 29, 2026
Annelle Deerman, of Covington, passed away Wednesday, July 29, 2026, at the age of 93. Mrs. Deerman will be remembered as a loving wife, devoted mother, grandmother, and friend whose generous heart and warm spirit touched everyone who knew her. Married to her beloved husband for 47 years, the two proudly owned and operated Paul's Body Shop for 52 years,...
John Michael Coker
Jul 26, 2026
On June 26, 2026, John Michael Coker received his ultimate healing as he entered the presence of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. While his family grieves his absence, they rejoice in knowing he is whole again and reunited in heaven with his beloved wife, Martha Coker, and his mother, Carolyn Coker.
John was a devoted father, grandfather, son, brother, uncle,...
Teresa Gomez Garcia
Jul 26, 2026
Teresa Gomez Garcia, of Covington, passed away Sunday, July 26, 2026, at the age of 87.
She was preceded in death by her children, Luz Maria Colin Gomez, Salvador Colin Gomez, Celina Colin Gomez, and Pablo Colin Gomez.
A Funeral Service for Mrs. Garcia will be held Friday, July 31, 2026, 11:00 A.M., at St. Pius X Catholic Church, 2621 GA-20, in...
Donna Marie Hollowell
Jul 25, 2026
Donna Marie Hollowell, age 63, passed away on Saturday, July 25, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.
Donna was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend whose greatest joy in life was her family, affectionately known as "her tribe." She often reminded those she loved just how much they meant to her, and her home and heart were...
Frances Darlene Armistead
Jul 24, 2026
Frances Darlene Armistead, 65, passed away on July 24, 2026. She was born on August 12, 1960.
Darlene was preceded in death by her parents, Dempsey Brooks and Marianne Maynard; husband, Terry Armistead, her daughter, Brandi Long; and her grandson, Zachary Dial.
She is lovingly remembered by her boyfriend, David Newman; sons, Charles Long and Chad Armistead; her brothers, Darryl Brooks and...
Howard Gordon Veal
Jul 23, 2026
Howard Gordon Veal, passed away on July 23, 2026, in Canton, Georgia, at the age of 68. Howard was born on January 17, 1958, in Atlanta, Georgia, to William Howard Veal and June Nelson Veal. He grew up with a strong sense of family, responsibility, and curiosity that would guide him throughout his life. Those who knew him remember him...
Charles Howell Cook
Jul 23, 2026
Charles Howell Cook, 75 years old, entered heaven on July 23, 2026, after a long battle with Parkinson’s. Charles was preceded in death by his father, Olin L. Cook, and his mother, Mary Ida Hays Cook. He leaves behind his sister, Marylin Savage and her husband Tim of Hereford, Arizona, and his brother, Jim Cook and his wife Gail of...
Ronald Clyde Duclos, Jr.
Jul 22, 2026
Ronald Clyde Duclos, Jr., of Conyers, passed away Wednesday, July 22, 2026, at the age of 64. Ron, as he liked to be called, lived a life defined by hard work, service and devotion to those he loved. An accomplished general contractor for many years, he took pride in providing for his family. He was a proud Army veteran whose...
Wanda Gaye Floyd Davis
Jul 14, 2026
Wanda Gaye Floyd Davis passed away Tuesday, July 14, 2026. She was born April 10, 1949 in Atlanta, GA to the late Roy Lee and Ruby Floyd. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother David Lee and his wife Shirley Floyd, her sister Margaret Hubbard.
Her survivors include her loving husband of 52 years William...
William Harold Harper
Jul 11, 2026
William Harold Harper, of Oxford, passed away Saturday, July 11, 2026, at the age of 87. Mr. Harper was born and raised on the family farm, where he developed a lifelong love for the outdoors and a strong work ethic that stayed with him throughout his life. He could often be found working in the yard, tinkering in his workshop,...
Shirley Jean Crawford
Jul 8, 2026
Shirley Jean Crawford, of Porterdale, passed away Wednesday, July 8, 2026, at the age of 81. Shirley will be remembered as a loving and devoted mama, grandmama, sister, and cherished friend whose kindness touched everyone she met. She had a genuine, selfless spirit and never met a stranger—if she met you once, you were considered family. She found joy in...
James Gerry Griggers
Jul 5, 2026
James Gerry Griggers, of Covington, passed away Sunday, July 5, 2026, at the age of 95. Mr. Griggers will be remembered as a loving father, devoted family man, and a man of great wisdom. He was incredibly intelligent and shared his love generously with those around him, always putting his family first. On Sundays, he enjoyed watching church services on...
Una Amanda Shaw
Jul 4, 2026
Una Amanda Shaw, of Covington, passed away Saturday, July 4, 2026, at the age of 85. Mrs. Shaw will be remembered as a loving, caring, and selfless woman whose greatest joy was her family. She cherished every moment spent with those she loved and was known for her infectious laughter, generous heart, and unwavering kindness. She opened her home to...
Gerald McCloud
Jul 2, 2026
With profound sadness and deep love, his family announces the passing of Gerald McCloud, who entered his heavenly reward July 2, 2026.
Mr. McCloud was born August 19, 1943 to John Beeson McCloud, Jr and Annie Ruth Potter McCloud, growing up in Rossville, Georgia, with his sisters Phyllis Anne and Sheila Kay.
He worked the majority of his career with Snapper, first...
James Beaver
Jul 1, 2026
James Beaver, a beloved father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully in his sleep on July 1, 2026, at the age of 77. Born on August 24, 1948, in Atlanta, James was the cherished son of the late James and Garnet Beaver, and he carried their legacy of kindness and integrity throughout his life.
James was a man of remarkable strength...
Marcelina De Haro Hernandez (Alvarez)
Jun 30, 2026
Marcelina de Haro Hernández (Álvarez)6/4/1942 - 6/30/2026
Con profundo amor recordamos la vida de Marcelina, nacida en Milpillas de la Sierra, Zacatecas, en el año 1942.
Dedicó su vida a luchar con valentía para sacar adelante a sus diez hijos, enfrentando cada obstáculo con una fe inquebrantable en Dios y un inmenso amor por su familia, dejando un ejemplo de perseverancia, fortaleza...
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