Local obituaries for Newton County in Georgia.
Howell L. Callaway
Feb 24, 2015
Howell L. Callaway, of Covington, passed away February 24, 2015, at the age of 76. Mr. Callaway was a member of Harvest Baptist Church and former member of Solid Rock Baptist Church. He was very active in many types of ministries, but most especially food ministry. He loved life and lived it to share Christ with others. His family will...
Brenda Hobby
Feb 23, 2015
Brenda Hobby, of Hampton, GA, passed away February 23, 2015, at the age of 58. Brenda loved arts and crafts, working in her flower beds, and shopping. Brenda was an animal lover, but most of all she cherished the time she spent with her family and friends. Survivors include her husband, Gerry Hobby; children, Heather Lynn Addison, Christopher Lee Hailey...
Hayward Roper,
Feb 21, 2015
Rev. Hayward Boyd Roper, Sr. of Harlem, GA, passed away February 21, 2015, at the age of 76. Rev. Roper was a Pastor for many years. He retired from Lucent Technologies. He was preceded in death by his parents, Carl and Lela Roper; five brothers; and one sister. Survivors include his loving wife, Rev. Barbara J. Roper of Harlem, GA;...
Dolores Malcom
Feb 20, 2015
Dolores Malcom of Covington, passed away February 20, 2015, at the age of 77. Mrs. Malcom retired from Hercules with 30 years of service. She enjoyed shopping and photography. A loving wife, mother and grandmother, her greatest joy was the time that she spent with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved...
Kayden Calvin Langston
Feb 20, 2015
Baby Kayden Calvin Langston of Covington, passed away February 20, 2015. Baby Kayden was on this earth for only a short time, but was loved and will be greatly missed by his family. Survivors include his parents, Jowana Brooks and James Langston of Covington; sisters, Tierra Watson of Covington, Jaiel Langston of Miami, FL; brothers, James and Kevares Langston, both...
Hugh Talmadge Little
Feb 17, 2015
Hugh Talmadge Little, of Loganville, died February 17, 2015, at the age of 79. A faithful member of The Pentecostals of McDonough, his love for God was evident and worshipping Him was always priority. He was a devoted husband, father and "PawPaw" who cherished the time he spent with his family. Mr. Little served his country in the U.S. Army...
Hollis Eugene Smith
Feb 16, 2015
Hollis Eugene Smith, age 69, went home to be with our Lord on February 16, 2015, after a battle with kidney failure and other health issues. Hollis was born June 22, 1945, to the late Earl and Vida Mae Smith of Clinton, TN. He attended Clinton High School before enlisting in the Marine Corps. Hollis was a Vietnam veteran and...
Dorothy "Dot" Johnston
Feb 16, 2015
Dorothy "Dot" Johnston, of Mansfield, passed away February 16, 2015 at Riverside Health Care Center. She was 92 years of age at the time of her death. After attending business school, Dot worked for Southern Railway in Atlanta for 8 years. She was married for 59 years, 22 years to Ralph Johnson and 37 years to Lt. Col. Charles Johnston....
Evelyn Curtis Daniel
Feb 15, 2015
Evelyn Curtis Daniel of Porterdale, passed away February 15, 2015, at the age of 79. Mrs. Daniel was a lifelong member of Porterdale Presbyterian Church. She enjoyed embroidery, flower gardening and traveling to the beach. A wonderful cook, she was famous for her triple layer chocolate cake. Mrs. Daniel loved music, especially the banjo, guitar and piano. She adored her...
Teresa Chapman Wald
Feb 14, 2015
Teresa Chapman Wald of Covington, passed away Saturday, February 14, 2015, at the age of 62. She was a founding member of the Eastside Baptist Church Women's Ministry, a member of Belmont Baptist Church and Red Hat Society. Teresa was a selfless lady who helped many people and never expected anything in return. Most importantly, she was a Godly woman....
Billie Ruth May
Feb 13, 2015
Billie Ruth May of Covington, passed away February 13, 2015, at the age of 88. Mrs. May was a 1943 graduate of John H. Reagan High School and former Girl Scout Den Mother. She was a faithful member at Solid Rock Baptist Church. She was employed by Safeway Grocery for ten years before retiring in 1987. Mrs. May was a...
Shirley Mcbride
Feb 12, 2015
Shirley McBride of Covington, passed away February 12, 2015, at the age of 74. Mrs. McBride was a dedicated employee of BellSouth, retiring after 25 years of perfect attendance. She enjoyed cooking and shopping. Shirley dearly loved animals, especially her own dogs. She was preceded in death by her husband, Carl McBride; and her daughter, Wanda McBride. Survivors include her...
Lee Parham
Feb 11, 2015
Lee Parham of Covington, passed away February 11, 2015, at the age of 71. Lee was a veteran of the United States Army, having proudly served in Qui Nhon and Da Nang, in Vietnam. In 2012, he retired from Lithonia Lighting after 26 years of dedicated service. Lee was a member of New Rock Wesleyan Church, but had most recently...
Charles Wayne Sears
Feb 10, 2015
Charles Wayne Sears, of Covington, passed away February 10, 2015, at the age of 70. Charles, a member of Newton Baptist Church, was born to Dewey Mayson and Erma (Kitchens) Sears, who preceded him in death. Charles cherished his family and loved spending time with them. He retired from Delta Airlines after 33 years of service. Survivors include his wife...
Don Whitaker
Feb 9, 2015
Don Whitaker of Covington, passed away February 9, 2015, at the age of 55. He cherished time spent with his family. Don was a dedicated employee of Inglett & Stubbs and enjoyed the company of those he worked with. He loved traveling with his wife and spending time outdoors fishing. Don will be greatly missed. Survivors include his wife, Cheryl...
Joyce Mason
Feb 6, 2015
Joyce A. Mason born January 14, 1937, left this life to be with her Lord February 6, 2015. Mrs. Mason's passion was serving her God. She was a loving wife, mother and friend. Mrs. Mason was always willing to help anyone in need. She loved life and people. She was preceded in death by her parents, Otis and Rella Allen;...
Barbara Long
Feb 6, 2015
Barbara Long of Porterdale, passed away February 6, 2015, at the age of 80. Mrs. Long was excellent seamstress. She enjoyed crocheting, camping and fishing. Mrs. Long was always willing to lend a helping hand. She was a wonderful mother and grandmother. Mrs. Long will be dearly missed by all who loved and knew her. She was preceded in death...
Hilda Vaughn
Feb 3, 2015
Hilda Vaughn, of Covington, passed away February 3, 2015, at the age of 87. Mrs. Vaughn enjoyed traveling, especially to Disney World, swimming, and going to yard sales. She loved sunflowers and cooking for her family. Mrs. Vaughn adored her family and cherished the time she spent with her grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Julian Carroll...
Mike Wayt
Feb 3, 2015
Mike Wayt, of Mansfield, passed away February 3, 2015, at the age of 51. Mike loved time spent with family. He was a giving man and would help anyone in need; in fact, he was known for his eagerness to intervene whenever there was a crisis. He enjoyed working with his hands and could fix or build anything. He was...
Jeff Gohlke
Jan 31, 2015
Jeff Gohlke, of Vinings, died January 31, 2015, at the age of 25. Jeff was a 2011 graduate of the University of Georgia. As an artist, he enjoyed writing both stories and poems and had a love for music. Jeff had a passion for animals, and will be remembered for his wit and intelligence, but mostly for his smile and...
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