Local obituaries for Newton County in Georgia.
Walter Carl Lemke, Jr.
Feb 20, 2025
Walter Lemke Jr., 90, of Snellville, GA, passed away on February 20, 2025. Born on October 14, 1934, Walter was a man of God who cherished his faith and the church, a devoted husband, loving father, veteran, and a mason. He served faithfully as a deacon, was an active member of the church choir, and traveled with his wife, Gail,...
William Jackson Morgan, III
Feb 13, 2025
A place is vacant in our family. A voiced we loved is still.
A spot is vacant in our hearts that can never be filled.
The essence of these words typifies the Spirit of William Jackson Morgan III 79 (affectionately known as Bill) who was born in Atlanta Georgia on January 7th, 1946. On February 13th, 2025, in the home he shared...
Terry Alan Smith
Feb 9, 2025
Terry Alan Smith of Covington, Georgia and Peaks Island, Maine, died peacefully on February 9 surrounded by his family. He was born on March 29, 1946 at the Naval Air Station, Pensacola, FL, the son and middle child of Dr. Edward Lee “Peaches” Smith and Effie Ruth “Suzy” Baccus Smith. He will be remembered as a beloved husband, father, and...
Anne Ramey
Feb 9, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmama, great grandmama, and aunt, Anne Earline Bishop Ramey, 84, of Jonesboro, GA. She passed surrounded by family on February 9, 2025.
Anne had a feisty, vibrant spirit and a passion for life. Her greatest joy was the family she built with the love of her life...
John Frederick Weber, IV
Feb 8, 2025
John Frederick Weber IV, born on February 19, 1967, in Duval, Florida, passed away on February 8, 2025, in Social Circle, Georgia.
John dedicated 35 years of his career to McKenney’s Mechanical Contractors, where he worked as a Master Plumber and a General Superintendent. He took great pride in his work and was known for his dedication to his craft. His...
Mantha Tyson Collins
Feb 8, 2025
Mantha Tyson Collins of Madison, GA, a devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on February 8, 2025, at the age of 85. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 52 years, Robert Ronald Collins, and her parents, Lee Roy and Margaret Moore Tyson. A devout Christian, Mantha was dedicated to her faith. She found strength and...
Nancy Pilgrim Carter
Feb 6, 2025
Nancy Pilgrim Carter of Covington, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 6, 2025, after 79 years of life. She was born on November 5, 1945, in Rockdale County, Georgia.
She is preceded in death by both of her parents, A.B. Pilgrim and Lucile Stowers Pilgrim, along with her sister, Mary Joan Pilgrim, all of Conyers, Georgia.
Nancy was a hard-working, strong-willed...
Katherine Bossio
Feb 4, 2025
In January, Caterina Battaglia, known to most of us as Katherine Bossio, celebrated her birthday. Her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren traveled from across the US or video chatted to join in the festivities of another milestone in her journey that started when she was born 106 years ago on January 22 nd , 1919, in Capaci, Sicily. She would often...
William (Bill) Carter Johnson
Feb 4, 2025
William (Bill) Carter Johnson, age 83, died on February 4, 2025. Bill was born in Lexington, KY, to Catherine Barnes Johnson and William Carter Johnson on December 24, 1941. Eventually the family settled in Birmingham, Alabama where Bill graduated from Woodlawn High School. In the early 60’s he proudly served in the United States Navy for four years and was...
Timothy "Scott" Fairburn
Feb 3, 2025
Timothy “Scott” Fairburn, of Oxford, passed away Monday, February 3, 2025, at the age of 61. Mr. Fairburn was a retired police officer and a loving family man. He dedicated his life to helping others, both through his career in law enforcement and his personal acts of kindness. He also was currently employed with Otis where he was a dedicated...
Homer Parker Borders
Feb 1, 2025
Homer Parker Borders, passed away peacefully on February 1, 2025, at the age of 82 in Athens, Georgia. Born on August 17, 1942, in LaGrange, Georgia, he was a cherished son to the late Martha and Homer Borders. Homer was a loving husband to his wife, Pattie Newton Borders, who preceded him in death. He is survived by his daughters...
Martha Lonita Hughes
Feb 1, 2025
Martha Lonita Hughes, a beloved resident of Covington, GA, passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 1, 2025, at the age of 73. Born on February 22, 1951, in Scottdale, Georgia, Martha lived a life filled with love, generosity, and vibrant stories.
Martha was a dedicated wife of 37 years to George Robert Hughes and together they raised their beautiful family in...
Clarence Butch Daniel
Feb 1, 2025
Clarence "Butch" Daniel, known affectionately by most as Butch, passed away peacefully on February 1, 2025, at his home in Social Circle, Georgia at the age of 76. Born on August 2, 1948, in Atlanta, Georgia, to Marthann and Clarence "DC" Daniel. Predeceased by his beloved parents, as well as his sisters Sherry McCullough and Mary Davis, Butch's legacy of...
Richard Otis Lloyd, Jr.
Jan 29, 2025
Richard Otis Lloyd, of Union Point, passed away Wednesday, January 29, 2025, at the age of 58. A devoted husband, Mr. Lloyd cherished his wife dearly and took great pride in his family, especially his grandchildren. An outdoorsman at heart, he found joy in hunting, fishing, and simply being outside. Mr. Lloyd’s passion for perfection was evident in everything he...
Angela Renee Benton
Jan 26, 2025
Angela Renee Benton, of Union Point, passed Sunday, January 26, 2025, at the age of 58. Mrs. Benton was a beloved mother and grandmother, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness, and warmth. She devoted her life to her family, always putting them first and lighting up any room she entered with her bright spirit. Her generosity knew no bounds—she...
Ken Burkiett
Jan 22, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Kenneth Eathen Burkiett, who passed on January 22, 2025, at the age of 54. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, Mr. Burkiett was a man whose larger-than-life personality and unwavering love for his family will be forever remembered.
Born on April 11, 1970, Mr. Burkiett lived a life full...
Earl Jason Wynn
Jan 21, 2025
Earl Jason Wynn, of Conyers, passed away Tuesday, January 21, 2025, at the age of 53. Known for his sharp wit, intelligence, and unique sense of humor, he brought laughter to everyone around him. A dedicated member of his local darts team, Mr. Wynn also had a deep love for animals, caring for three cherished cats and always having a...
Gary Michael Armistead
Jan 20, 2025
Gary Michael Armistead, of Loganville, passed away Monday, January 20, 2025, at the age of 74. Gary was a beloved and devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend. He was a hardworking provider who cherished his family above all. He found joy in camping at Fernandina Beach, watching the submarines, and savoring homegrown vegetables from his garden. A devoted Paw Paw,...
SEND NO FLOWERS - Rev. Thomas H. Johnson, Sr.
Jan 19, 2025
The Rev. Thomas Halliburton Johnson, Sr.
1929 - 2025
After several months of decline, the Rev. Thomas H. Johnson, Sr. passed away at dawn on Sunday morning, January 19, 2025 at the Historic Roswell Place, Roswell, Georgia. Known as Thomas at home, and Tom or Brother Tom in church work, he was born the youngest of three children in September 1929 at...
Janice Marie Burkiett
Jan 18, 2025
Janice Marie Burkiett, of Milner, passed away Saturday, January 18, 2025, at the age of 67. Mrs. Burkiett was a loving mother, grandmother, and friend. She cherished her family deeply, especially her grandchildren, who were her prized possessions. A social and compassionate soul, she enjoyed family reunions, playing cards, and capturing memories through photography. Her garden was a reflection of...
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