Local obituaries for Newton County in Georgia.
Vernon Michael Parker, Sr
Feb 24, 2026
Vernon Michael Parker, Sr., was born on August 16, 1961, and passed away on February 24, 2026.
A Celebration of Life service will be held at the chapel of Caldwell and Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Rd., Covington, Georgia, 30014, on Saturday, March 7, 2026, at 2:00 p.m.
Carolyn Annette Cannon Kelly
Mar 4, 2026
Carolyn Annette Cannon Kelly, of Covington, passed away Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at the age of 80. Mrs. Kelly was a loving and giving woman whose warmth touched everyone she met. She cherished her family deeply and found great joy in spending time with them, especially during the holidays—Christmas being her favorite time of year. Always full of laughter and...
Virginia Myrle Eubank
Mar 4, 2026
Virginia Myrle Eubank, of Conyers, passed away Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at the age of 94. Mrs. Eubank was a loving woman whose greatest joys were found in the simple pleasures of life. She loved spending time outdoors, especially tending to her garden and enjoying the beauty of nature. Her home was always warm and welcoming, and she cherished having...
J. Harry Curtis
Feb 28, 2026
J. Harry Curtis, 87, of Covington, Ga, passed away on Saturday, February 28, 2026. He prepared his own obituary.
"I confess that I wrote this, my own obituary, in advance, so that no one else will be blamed:
J. Harry Curtis was a lifelong native of Newton County. Harry attended Livingston Grammar School, graduated from NCHS in 1956, graduated from Georgia Tech...
Hazel Louise Cawthon
Feb 24, 2026
Hazel Louise Cawthon was born on October 12, 1930 in Porterdale, GA. She was raised there, alongside her sister, who was also her best friend.
Hazel married the love of her life, Sidney Cawthon (also born and raised in Porterdale) in 1950. They lived in Porterdale until the Army transferred them to Baltimore, MD. Once that assignment was up, they moved...
Charmane Ward
Feb 23, 2026
Charmane Ward, passed away February 23, 2026, at the age of 78. Mrs. Ward will be remembered for her boundless love, vibrant spirit, and unwavering kindness. A woman with a heart the size of Texas, she was always the first to lend a helping hand to anyone in need. Compassionate, witty, and wonderfully gregarious, she had a gift for making...
Brenda "Ellen" Bell Cannon
Feb 23, 2026
Brenda "Ellen" Bell Cannon, age 71, passed away peacefully on February 23, 2026, in Conyers, Georgia. Born on August 9, 1954, Ellen was a beloved daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend.
Ellen is lovingly remembered by her children: Shane Cannon; Jamie Cannon and his wife Marie; and Lauren Cason and her husband Bryan. Her legacy continues through her grandchildren—Ashley Price,...
William "Bill" M. Gibbs
Feb 22, 2026
William "Bill" M. Gibbs, age 94, passed away peacefully on February 22, 2026. Born on June 4, 1931, Papa Bill lived a long and meaningful life devoted to his family, hard work, his faith, and the simple joys that brought him happiness.
Papa Bill was preceded in death by his parents, Jody and Laura Gibbs, 6 brothers, and a sister; his...
Mercie E. Nelson Julye
Feb 20, 2026
Mercie E Nelson Julye, beloved mother of five children passed away peacefully on February 20, 2026 leaving a void her family cannot fill.
She was born in Portland Jamaica in 1945 to the late Kathleen and Reginald Nelson, preceding her only sister Meekly Campbell.She attended Mount Herman Primary School until grade 9, before working in Jamaica as a seamstress, and ultimately...
Wayne Kenny
Feb 20, 2026
Michael Wayne Kenny, of Loganville, passed away Friday, February 20, 2026, at the age of 51. Mr. Kenny passed away leaving behind a legacy of kindness, laughter, and a love for the outdoors. He found his greatest joy outside, whether spending peaceful days at the lake, camping under the stars, or firing up the grill to cook for family and...
Marsha Elizabeth Camp
Feb 17, 2026
Mrs. Marsha Camp, of Covington, passed away on Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at the age of 79. She was born March 18, 1946 in Stone Mountain Ga. to the late Henry and Dorothy Aderhold. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers John and Donald Aderhold.
She is survived by her husband Jack, daughter Paige Camp...
Dean R. Mon
Feb 15, 2026
Dean R. Mon, of Sea Girt, New Jersey, passed away February 15, 2026, at 78 years of age. Born in Camaguey, Cuba, to Manuel and Bertha Mon, Mr. Mon came to the United States as a teenager. After graduating from high school, he was drafted into the U. S. Army, where he proudly served his country in the Vietnam war....
Joan Rutledge
Feb 14, 2026
Joan Rutledge, a beloved wife, mother and Mama Joan, passed away peacefully on February 14, 2026, in the same Walton County, Georgia, where she was born on December 14, 1950. Born to Lamar and Gennie Mae Bankston, Joan's life journey was one of resilience, kindness, and unwavering love for her family. Joan was a devoted wife to her late husband,...
Travis Eugene Haywood
Feb 12, 2026
Travis Eugene Haywood, of Eatonton, passed away Thursday, February 12, 2026, at the age of 85. Mr. Haywood will be remembered as a man who truly enjoyed life’s simple pleasures and the people he shared them with. He had a deep love for fishing and felt most at home near the water, especially when he was out on a boat....
Doris Ann Oliver
Feb 9, 2026
Doris Ann Oliver, of Covington, passed away Monday, February 9, 2026, at the age of 71. Mrs. Oliver was a woman of remarkable creativity and skill, known for her ability to fix just about anything. With steady hands and a resourceful spirit, she could turn the broken into something whole again, always ready with a tool, a plan, and a...
Ray Alton Brown
Feb 8, 2026
Ray Alton Brown, of Griffin, passed away Sunday, February 8, 2026, at the age of 78. Mr. Brown was a man who truly never met a stranger. He proudly served his country in the United States Army, including service in South Korea, an experience he spoke of with honor and pride. He graduated from Susquehanna University where he earned his...
Thomas Gerald Lewis
Feb 5, 2026
Thomas Gerald Lewis of Mansfield was called home to be with the Lord February 5, 2026. He was born September 17, 1950 to Emma Jean Smith Lewis and Edward Onree Lewis.
Gerald was a dedicated loving husband, a mechanic by trade, the guy that seemed to know everyone, and he had some really good friends. Always an outdoorsman, the 'coon hunting...
Boyce Christian Bunn
Feb 3, 2026
Boyce C. Bunn, of Shady Dale, passed away Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at the age of 90. Mr. Bunn was a devoted husband and a man who found joy in life’s simple and meaningful pleasures. He loved to go fishing anywhere and everywhere, never missing an opportunity to cast a line. A skilled house framer by trade, he also enjoyed...
Brenda Kay Moon
Jan 31, 2026
Brenda Kay Moon, of Covington, passed away Saturday, January 31, 2026, at the age of 74. Mrs. Moon lived a life filled with love, laughter, and the simple joys she cherished most. She found peace at the beach and pure happiness during trips to Disney World. She loved getting lost in a good book and could often be found enjoying...
Surina Cay Cannon
Jan 30, 2026
Surina Cay Cannon, age 66, passed away on January 30, 2026, in Georgia. She was born on April 25, 1959, in Savannah, GA to William Jesse Cannon and Frances Louise Cannon (Hembree).
She is survived by her son, William Jordan Cannon, and her precious granddaughters, Estrella and Kaia, who brought her light, pride and joy. She is also survived by her...
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