Local obituaries for Newton County in Georgia.

James "Randy" Kesler
Nov 29, 2017
James "Randy" Kesler of Oxford, passed away November 29, 2017, at 63 years of age. A retiree of Rockdale County Government, Mr. Kesler attended Conyers First Baptist Church. He enjoyed taking care of his horses, trail riding, and watching Western movies. Mr. Kesler will be remembered as a loving family man who especially treasured the time he spent with his...

Paul Legge
Nov 29, 2017
Paul Edward Legge of Newborn, GA, passed away Wednesday, November 29, 2017, at the age of 47. He was born December 16, 1969, in Charlottesville, VA. Paul was a veteran of the U.S. Army. A man who always put family first, Paul was known for doting on his grandchildren during gatherings with loved ones. He enjoyed being outdoors, listening to...

Miguel Angel Sandoval
Nov 27, 2017
Miguel Angel Sandoval de Conyers, paso el 27 de noviembre de 2017, con 25 años de edad. El fue un admirador de la música Mexicana y disfrutó conciertos. Le gustaba jugar videojuegos, y era fanático de la lucha libre (WWE) y UFC. Le encanto fútbol, su equipo favorito era Real Madrid, además, era un ávido admirador de los New England...

Denise Bowen
Nov 23, 2017
Denise Bowen of Shady Dale, passed away November 23, 2017, at 50 years of age. Denise was a member of Ministers of The New Covenant Church. She and her husband, Frank, played together in the band, August Rain, but her true passion was to serve family first, then to share and care for all others. Denise was preceded in death...

Candler George
Nov 22, 2017
Candler George of Conyers, passed away Wednesday, November 22, 2017, at the age of 89. Whether working in his garden, caring for his Koi ponds, or spending time at his house on Jackson Lake, Mr. George truly enjoyed being outdoors. A founding member of the Soccer Youth League of Georgia, he combined his love of sports and family by attending...
Karri Catchings
Nov 21, 2017
Karri Catchings of Covington, passed away November 21, 2017, at 48 years of age. A faithful and active member of Church 213, Karri enjoyed volunteering with fellow church members - especially time spent at the local homeless shelter. Family life was also a top priority to Karri, and she loved being with her children and grandchildren. The holidays were her...

Betty Gibbs Goins
Nov 21, 2017
Betty Gibbs Goins of Newborn, passed away November 21, 2017, at 87 years of age. A member of Covington First Presbyterian Church, Mrs. Goins enjoyed being outside working in her yard. "Bebe", as she was affectionately called by her children and grandchildren, especially cherished the time she spent caring for her grandchildren and watching them as they participated in sports...

Katherine Williams Alexander
Nov 19, 2017
Katherine Williams Alexander, age 83, of Covington, passed away Sunday, November 19, 2017. In addition to her time spent as a homemaker, Mrs. Alexander�'for a few years�'worked for Bibb Manufacturing and Oxford Manufacturing Company. She was considered an excellent seamstress, and her favorite get-away was going to the mountains. A loving wife, mother, grandmother, and sister, Mrs. Alexander will be...

John A. Addison
Nov 19, 2017
John A. Addison of Covington, passed away November 19, 2017, at 92 years of age. Mr. Addison proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy during WWII, working as a Radioman. He graduated from Lavonia High School and then attended the University of Georgia. During his working career he was Vice President of Manufacturing for Fulton Cotton Mill, as well...
Marcia Smith Harrison
Nov 18, 2017
Marcia Smith Harrison, age 79, of Social Circle, passed away November 18, 2017. A member of New Hope Baptist Church in Mableton, Mrs. Harrison's family was the center of her world, especially her grandchildren. Her "grandpups" were also an important part of her life. Mrs. Harrison, who was a fabulous cook, brought together her hobbies of gardening and canning food...

James Michael (Mike) Watson
Nov 18, 2017
James Michael (Mike) Watson, age 61, of Covington, passed away November 18, 2017. A 1974 graduate of Newton County High School, Mike worked for Liberty Finance before he started his career as a police officer. He served both the cities of Monticello and Covington. After his time spent in law enforcement, Mike decided to carve out a different path for...
Susan Mote
Nov 18, 2017
Susan Mote of Conyers, passed away November 18, 2017, at 54 years of age. A resident of Newton County since 1980, Susan's hobbies included arts, crafts, nature photography, and stained glass. She had a very outgoing personality who loved decorating her whole house for every holiday. Susan loved animals, especially her Chihuahuas. She will be remembered as a kind and...

Louise S. Mathis
Nov 15, 2017
Louise S. Mathis of Porterdale, passed away November 15, 2017, at 68 years of age. A 1966 graduate of Newton County High School, Louise's working career included positions at Georgia Department of Defense, five years at Newton County Mental Health Center, and then Georgia Department of Natural Resources EPD for 30 years. She was an active member of Porterdale Baptist...

Johnny H. Earwood
Nov 14, 2017
Johnny H. Earwood of Mansfield, passed away November 14, 2017, at 81 years of age. A truck driver for over 50 years, Mr. Earwood, in his spare time, liked to fish, cook, and shop with his wife, Patsy. He will be remembered as a loving father, grandfather, and husband. Mr. Earwood was preceded in death by his daughter, Rebecca Earwood;...

Bennie A. Lindsey,
Nov 14, 2017
Bennie A. Lindsey, Sr., of Conyers, passed away November 14, 2017, at 87 years of age. He was the manager of Cochran Hunting Club in Bleckley County and proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy during the Korean Conflict. Since 1966, he had been a member of First Baptist Church in Conyers, previously having served as a Deacon, and...

Nathaniel "Nate" William Johnson
Nov 14, 2017
Nathaniel "Nate" William Johnson, a.k.a "Dean", passed away on November 14, 2017, at the age of 43. He was born on November 24, 1973 in St. Catherine, Jamaica and was the sixth of seven children for Loris and William Johnson. Nathaniel's early childhood was spent in Jamaica, where he attended Marlie Mount Primary School and a part of his teen...

Samuel Dennis Jones
Nov 13, 2017
Samuel Dennis Jones of Lithonia, passed away November 13, 2017, at 57 years of age. The family would like to extend their deepest gratitude to ResCare of Georgia for caring for Samuel for the past six years. He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles B. Sr., and Dorothy (Baynes) Jones; and brother, Bobby Jones, Jr. Samuel is survived...

Dana Edwards
Nov 13, 2017
Dana Edwards of Covington, passed away November 13, 2017, at the age of 70. A native of Newton County, he was a 1965 graduate of Newton County High, where he played the trumpet in the marching band, and enjoyed attending Porterdale Baptist Church. Mr. Edwards owned and operated Edwards Painting for more than 20 plus years. He cherished his family...
Robin H. Brown
Nov 12, 2017
Robin H. Brown of Forsyth, passed away November 12, 2017, at 53 years of age. Mrs. Brown was known for her generous nature, and to meet her was to love her. She enjoyed cooking, crocheting, crafting, sewing, and was a talented artist. A member of Hopewell United Methodist Church in Forsyth, Mrs. Brown will be remembered as a loving wife,...

Bobby Ray Fuller
Nov 12, 2017
Bobby Ray Fuller of Covington, passed away November 12, 2017, at 78 years of age. Armed with a unique sense of humor, Mr. Fuller was a "Big Teddy Bear" with "Cool Elvis Hair". He was a man of principles who dealt with everything fairly and with a big heart. Mr. Fuller enjoyed watching "Judge Judy", westerns, and wearing his cowboy...
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