Local obituaries for Newton County in Georgia.
Charles A. Petersen
May 3, 2016
Charles A. Petersen, 45, of Oxford, passed away unexpectedly May 3, 2016. Charles enjoyed fishing, was a loving and devoted father and will be missed by his family and a multitude of friends. Survivors include his daughter, Christina Ann Petersen; parents, Alexander and Annie (Redmon) Petersen; sister, Karen Macy Petersen of St. Helena, CA; brother and sister-in-law, Michael Dale and...
Eddie Dean Lackey
May 2, 2016
Eddie Dean Lackey of Covington passed away May 2, 2016, at the age of 61. Mr. Lackey was of the Baptist faith, and was employed with Kliklok Woodman for 40 years. Eddie was an avid hunter, and he especially enjoyed hunting deer, wild boar, turkey and duck. In addition, a favorite pastime was salt and fresh-water fishing. He was preceded...
Sam Wooten
May 1, 2016
Sam Wooten of Conyers, passed away May 1, 2016, at the age of 73. Born to the late Calvin and Nettie Wooten, he loved his family and always put them first. Mr. Wooten retired from Norfolk Southern Railroad after 34 years of service. He enjoyed woodworking, flying, and working on his plane and his cars. Mr. Wooten was also known...
Frances Lynn Foster
Apr 29, 2016
Frances Lynn Foster of Covington, passed away April 29, 2016, at the age of 74. Mrs. Foster worked at Newton Medical Center as a Nurse Anesthetist for 30 years. In addition, she enjoyed crocheting and cross stitching. Mrs. Foster loved being around people, especially children. She was preceded in death by her parents, John O'Quinn, Sr., and Sheba (Allen) Lynn....
Jeffrey Marcelle
Apr 29, 2016
Jeffrey L. Marcelle of Covington passed away April 29, 2016, at the age of 75. Born in Trinidad, Mr. Marcelle moved to the United States in 1967. He worked as a boiler maker in New York City, for 30 years, before moving to Covington. Mr. Marcelle was a member of St. Augustine Catholic Church. He liked listening to Jazz and...
Henry L. Hooten
Apr 28, 2016
Henry L. Hooten of Covington passed away April 28, 2016, at the age of 79. Mr. Hooten enjoyed working in the yard, shopping for outdoor equipment and going fishing. He cherished the time spent with family most of all. A loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and brother, he will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him. He...
Mary Nix
Apr 28, 2016
Mary Nix of Covington passed away April 28, 2016, at the age of 72. She was a member of The Church At Covington for over 30 years, where she enjoyed fellowship with her church family and volunteering in all church capacities. Mrs. Nix, described as having a servant's heart, loved helping others and cooking for those in need. A loving...
Lynette Forrester
Apr 27, 2016
Lynette Forrester of Oxford passed away April 27, 2016, at the age of 82. Mrs. Forrester was life-long member of Corinth Christian Church. She was dedicated to her family, and she enjoyed cooking. A loving mother and grandmother, she will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her. She was preceded in death by her husband of 53...
Freida R. Bobbitt
Apr 25, 2016
Freida R. Bobbitt of Oxford, passed away April 25, 2016, at the age of 76. Mrs. Bobbitt loved her church and taught Sunday School for many years. She enjoyed traveling in the states and abroad. In addition to being a gracious hostess, Mrs. Bobbitt was a wonderful cook who loved to decorate her home, especially at Christmas time. She cherished...
Donald H. Long
Apr 24, 2016
Donald H. Long of Porterdale, passed away April 24, 2016, at the age of 81. Mr. Long was preceded in death by his wife of 55 years, Nadine White Long; parents, Howard and Frett (Butler) Long; sisters, Levie Long Newkirk, and Doris Long Stevens. A resident of Porterdale for most of his life, he was known for his love for...
James E. "Big E" King
Apr 24, 2016
James E. "Big E" King, Sr., of Mansfield, passed away April 24, 2016, at the age of 84. Mr. King was preceded in death by his parents, James Jerry and Lucy (Odum) King. Mr. King and Frank Stokes started Dekalb Pipeline Co. in 1960 in Tucker. In the late 60s they formed Readymade Concrete Products, which later changed to Southeast...
Robert Barnes Stokes
Apr 20, 2016
Robert Barnes Stokes, age 94, of Covington, passed away April 20, 2016, just twelve days after his beloved wife, Sara. Mr. Stokes was a proud veteran of the United States Navy. He served valiantly for eight years - including World War II. He was a decorated veteran who earned several service medals, including the Victory Medal and Good Conduct Medal....
Elizabeth Mullaly Gadilhe
Apr 20, 2016
Elizabeth Mullaly Gadilhe of Oxford, GA passed away on Wednesday, April 20 at the age of 90. For 67 years she was the loving wife of Charles Eugene "Gene" Gadilhe who passed away in 2013. Her family, the source of her greatest joy, includes her six daughters and sons-in-law - Genie and the late David Blough of Mobile, AL, Renee...
James Livingston (Jim, Jimmy) Hicks
Apr 20, 2016
James (Jim, Jimmy) Livingston Hicks of Covington, passed away April 20, 2016, at the age of 90.75. Jim was a well-respected veteran of WWII, proudly serving as a first-class gunner's mate on Navy sub chasers. Through the years Jim's family was always his top priority. He provided for them for 50 years by representing sporting goods manufacturers in the Southeast...
Robert Wesley Whitney
Apr 20, 2016
Robert Wesley Whitney, Jr., of Oxford, passed away April 20, 2016, at the age of 82. Mr. Whitney proudly served his country in the U.S. Air Force and retired after 22 years of dedicated service. He was a member of Oxford Baptist Church where he devoted his time as Deacon and Sunday School Teacher. He was a kind and generous...
Nicholas Alexander Savage
Apr 16, 2016
Nicholas Alexander Savage of Covington, passed away April 16, 2016, at the age of 38. Nicholas touched many lives and anyone he met could feel the love he shared so freely. He enjoyed hearing Dolly Parton sing. The sweet tea his Nanny made for him always put a smile on his face. He loved his family and will be greatly...
Clyde Andrew Tanksley
Apr 15, 2016
Clyde Andrew Tanksley, Jr. of Oxford passed away April 15, 2016, at the age of 80. Mr. Tanksley was born and raised in Indiana, and moved to Newton County in 1987. He was a member of Eastridge Community Church, and drove a tractor trailer for 30 years. A loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and uncle, he will be dearly missed...
Ricky L. Bradford
Apr 10, 2016
Ricky L. Bradford, Sr., of Covington, passed away April 10, 2016, at the age of 67. Mr. Bradford worked for AT&T, in Conyers, as a Security Manager for 14 years. For 13 years he was a very active member of Potter's House. Mr. Bradford was an avid fisherman who will be missed by family and friends who knew and loved...
Carol Winters
Apr 9, 2016
Carol Winters of Oxford passed away April 9, 2016, at the age of 69. Mrs. Winters retired in 2013, from Newton Medical Center after 20 years of service. She was a very adventurous lady, enjoying the outdoors and exploring nature. In addition, she was very active with the Georgia Canoeing Association, and she cherished the time spent with her daughter,...
Sara Humphries Stokes
Apr 8, 2016
Sara Humphries Stokes of Covington passed away April 8, 2016, at the age of 94. Mrs. Stokes primary focus in life was the Lord, her church, her family and friends. A lifelong Methodist, she was a member of Salem United Methodist Church, and she taught the Otis Nixon Sunday School Class. She was employed by Fulton High School for many...
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