Local obituaries for Newton County in Georgia.
Joseph H. "Joe" Sears
Apr 30, 2017
Joseph H. "Joe" Sears of Covington, passed away April 30, 2017, at 82 years of age. Equipped with a special talent and love for music, he was the Minister of Music at Newborn United Methodist Church for over 30 years. In addition, Joe retired from Newton County School System where he taught high-school English and Spanish. He was preceded in...
Bonnie Buice
Apr 29, 2017
Bonnie Buice of Mansfield, passed away April 29, 2017 at the age of 64. Mrs. Buice was a devoted wife and loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She was loved and will be missed by all who knew her. Mrs. Buice was preceded in death by her parents, Jack Calvin and Mary Alice (Causey) Gipson; and brother, Bill Gipson. Survivors include...
Sarah Bohannon
Apr 29, 2017
Sarah Parish Bohannon, of Covington, passed away April 29, 2017 at 85 years of age. Mrs. Bohannon was a Newton County native and a lifetime member of High Point Baptist Church. She adored her family and spent time with them whenever possible. Her hobbies included cooking for her loved ones, cheering on the Atlanta Braves, reading the paper and birdwatching....
Johnny R. Bates
Apr 27, 2017
Johnny Bates of Covington, passed away Thursday, April 27, 2017, at the age of 68. Mr. Bates was an avid outdoorsman who loved hunting, fishing, and spending time with his family. He was preceded in death by his parents, Bill (LE) and Elise (Bishop) Bates. Survivors include his loving wife, Cathy Bates; daughter, Lindsay Bates; son and daughter-in-law, Bill and...
Joseph "Mike" Coggins
Apr 27, 2017
Joseph "Mike" Coggins of Covington, passed away April 27, 2017, at 63 years of age. Whether shooting or hunting, Mr. Coggins relished being outdoors. He was preceded in death by his father, Joe Coggins. Survivors include his daughters and son-in-law, Michelle Carter of Buford, Tricia and Norris Cook of Oxford; grandchildren, Leslie Young, Robbie Miller, David Carter, Jr., Caleb Cook;...
Devon Anthony Mastin
Apr 23, 2017
Devon Anthony Mastin of Covington, passed away Sunday, April 23, 2017, at the age of 56. A native of Kingston, Jamaica, Devon worked as a surgical technician for Northside Hospital in Atlanta. Whether singing, dancing, or cheering on his favorite football team, Devon will be remembered for his passionate outlook on life. He was preceded in death by his parents,...
Sara Payne
Apr 20, 2017
Sara Payne of Covington, passed away Thursday, April 20, 2017, at the age of 83. A faithful Christian lady, Mrs. Payne was very active in her church. She loved to be outside working in the yard. Additionally, Mrs. Payne enjoyed cooking for her family and was famous for her amazing cakes. She was preceded in death by her son Chris...
Ann Elizabeth Sneed
Apr 19, 2017
Ann Elizabeth Sneed of Oxford passed away Wednesday, April 19, 2017, at the age of 82. Mrs. Sneed loved animals and was an avid reader. Her other hobbies included knitting, camping, and boating. Mrs. Sneed was preceded in death by her husband, Robert A. Sneed, Sr.; and parents, Dallas B. and Zola Mae Jackson. Survivors include her sons, Robert A....
Bob Lunsford
Apr 18, 2017
Bob Lunsford of Covington, passed away Tuesday, April 18, 2017, at the age of 65. Mr. Lunsford obtained his Bachelor's degree from the University of Georgia, and, like a true Bulldog, still enjoyed spending time at the university. Never one to meet a stranger, he loved living in the city of Covington and could often be found riding his golf...
Aaron Corley
Apr 18, 2017
Aaron Corley of Covington, passed away Tuesday, April 18, 2017, at the age of 50. Affectionately known as "Hotrod", Aaron had a great sense of humor and believed in living life to the fullest. He loved swinging on the porch and drinking beer while listening to old country music. A devoted family man, Aaron enjoyed spending time with his loved...
Mary Frances Callahan
Apr 16, 2017
Mary Frances Callahan of Covington, passed away Sunday, April 16, 2017, at the age of 91. Mrs. Callahan was an employee at Oxford Manufacturing for over 30 years. A devout Christian, she loved going to church to worship her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Mrs. Callahan was known for her independent nature, and her devotion to family. She took pleasure...
Charles J. Jackson
Apr 15, 2017
Mr. Charles J. Jackson, also affectionately known as C.J., passed away at his residence in Covington Saturday April 15, 2017, at 63. He was born on April 16, 1953 in Phenix City, AL to the late Robert Cyril Jackson and Hollie Christine Jackson. He graduated from Columbia High School in Decatur, Georgia in 1971. He was married in 1975 to...
George W. Cox
Apr 14, 2017
George W. Cox of Social Circle, passed away Friday, April 14, 2017, at the age of 77. A resident of Social Circle since 1974, Mr. Cox was a devoted family man who loved being outdoors. Driving his truck, riding motorcycles, camping or fishing were just a few of the ways he spent time outside. He also enjoyed training and riding...
Ursula Annemarie Kaminski
Apr 13, 2017
Ursula Annemarie Kaminski of Covington, passed away peacefully April 13, 2017, at 76 years of age. Mrs. Kaminski was a member of First Presbyterian Church of Covington. She was very spiritual, loved classical music, books, and poetry. Her hobbies included gardening, painting, and playing tennis. Mrs. Kaminski was the matriarch of her family, and will surely be missed by all...
Daniel Dunkin
Apr 13, 2017
Dr. Daniel Dunkin of Monticello, passed away April 13, 2017, at the age of 82. Dr. Dunkin had a passion for teaching and a love for history which he shared with the students in the Butts County School System. A lifelong patriot, Dr. Dunkin started as a Marine and then served 30 years before retiring from the Air Force Reserves....
Carol Tamplin
Apr 12, 2017
Carol Tamplin of Covington, passed away Wednesday, April 12, 2017, at the age of 64. Mrs. Tamplin loved her family and adored her grandchildren. Trips to the beach and the mountains were among her favorite ways to spend time with family. Compassionate and kind by nature, Mrs. Tamlin took pleasure in caring for others. Her joy in giving was especially...
Matthew Thomas Cushing
Apr 10, 2017
Matthew Thomas Cushing of McDonough, passed away April 10, 2017, at 28 years of age. Matt enjoyed riding motorcycles, skateboarding, hiking, and weightlifting. When he was younger, he also spent time outside hunting and fishing. Matt was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, Frank Tobias. Survivors include his parents, Tim and Joy Cushing of McDonough; sister and brother-in-law, Kelley...
Jacob Matthew Lowes
Apr 10, 2017
Jacob Matthew Lowes, age 26, of Covington, passed away April 10, 2017, while vacationing in Cambodia. In 2009, he graduated from Eastside High School with a double diploma with honors. After high school, he began his college career at Columbus State University, but soon transferred to University of Memphis who recruited him for his outstanding cheerleading abilities. While at Columbus...
Barbara Carnes
Apr 9, 2017
Barbara Carnes of Covington, passed away April 9, 2017, at 86 years of age. For more than 25 years Mrs. Carnes worked at Newton Medical Center, first as an LPN, and then as a Registered Nurse. Most of her nursing career was spent working in the Intensive Care Unit, where she gave her special kind of care to patients and...
Warren Sweeney, Msgt (Retired) Usmc
Apr 7, 2017
Paul Warren Sweeney, MSGT USMC (Retired), of Oxford passed away April 7, 2017, at 77 years of age. A veteran of the United States Marine Corps, Mr. Sweeney proudly and honorably served his country for 23 years. His military service was conducted in multiple locations to include: California, Hawaii, North Carolina, Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., as well as two tours...
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