Local obituaries for Newton County in Georgia.
Michael Eric Bowden
Dec 28, 2013
Michael Bowden of Social Circle, passed away December 28, 2013, at Newton Medical Center. He was 41 years of age at the time of his death. Michael loved watching the vegetables in his garden grow, music, and meeting people. Most of all, he loved his family. He was preceded in death by his father, Donald Howard Bowden. Survivors include his...
William Scott Carpenter
Dec 28, 2013
William "Scott" Carpenter, of Covington, passed away December 28, 2013, at the age of 51. He enjoyed working out and was an avid hunter and sportsman. A horse racing fan, he never missed a Derby in 24 years. He loved his family and was a devoted husband, father, son, brother, uncle and friend to many. He was preceded in death...
Michael Keith Durden
Dec 28, 2013
Michael Keith Durden, of Porterdale, passed away December 28, 2013, at the age of 55. He worked for D & W Air Flow and enjoyed fishing, hunting, running dogs, and cooking. Mr. Durden was preceded in death by his father, Carlton Eugene Durden, Sr. Survivors include his mother, Mary Lou Durden of Porterdale; wife, Margarite Sue Durden also of Porterdale;...
Thomas "Tom" M. Joseph,
Dec 25, 2013
Thomas "Tom" M. Joseph, Sr., of Covington, passed peacefully in the arms of his wife, Diana, December 25, 2013, at the age of 66. A people person, he owned and operated DJ Package Store where he loved talking to and meeting new people. He enjoyed NASCAR and was a Dale Earnhardt fan. He enjoyed fishing with his best friend, Ed...
Ronald Franklin Berry
Dec 24, 2013
Ronald Franklin Berry of Monticello, passed away December 24, 2013, at the age of 77. Mr. Berry collected and restored antique outboard motors and boats, and enjoyed DIY projects. He loved spending time with his grandchildren. Mr. Berry was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, son, brother and friend to many. He was preceded in death by his father, Johnnie Franklin...
Birdie Louise Watson
Dec 24, 2013
Birdie Louise Watson, of Covington, passed away December 24, 2013, at the age of 82. She loved playing Bingo at Kroger and eating at Chick-Fil-A. She enjoyed traveling with the Porterdale Women's club and attending church at Christ Cornerstone Church. Mrs. Watson was preceded in death by her husband, Elmer Watson; parents, Ira and Maudie Parkes; sister, Betty Allgood; brothers,...
Gary Walker
Dec 24, 2013
Gary Walker, 77, of Covington, passed away December 24, 2013. In 1953, Mr. Walker started Walker Transmission, Inc., in Atlanta, and had five shops operating at one time. He was a hardworking man, and had an incredible work ethic when running his business. Mr. Walker enjoyed watching sports and was always willing to help anyone he could. He was preceded...
Theron Mitchell
Dec 24, 2013
Theron Mitchell, of Conyers, passed away December 24, 2013, at the age of 85. He loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. He enjoyed attending Journey Baptist Church, eating out, watching football and baseball, and riding around on dirt roads. He was preceded in death by his son, Keith Mitchell; parents, Willie and Lucy (Ricks) Mitchell, sister, Inez...
Dorothy Fincher (Dot) Whaley
Dec 23, 2013
Dorothy (Dot) Fincher Whaley of Covington, passed away December 23, 2013, at the age of 82. Ms. Whaley was a member of Solid Rock Baptist Church, and owned and operated Dot's Diner, in Covington. She enjoyed fishing, cooking, traveling and flower gardening. Ms. Whaley loved her family dearly, and will be missed by all who knew her. She was preceded...
Australia A. Hoover
Dec 22, 2013
Australia Arthur Hoover, Jr., 68, of Covington passed away December 22, 2013, at Newton Medical Center. Mr. Hoover graduated from Maggie Walker High School in Richmond, VA in 1963 and then went on to further his education at Tuskegee University in Tuskegee, AL. After serving in the United States Coast Guard from 1967 - 1971, Mr. Hoover attended Virginia Commonwealth...
Bobby Gerald Street
Dec 21, 2013
Bobby Gerald Street, of Covington, passed away December 21, 2013, at the age of 79. Dedicated to young people and an avid sports fan, he coached Little League for many years. He loved the Lord and his Newton Baptist Church family. Mr. Street was loved by many and will be missed by all. He was preceded by his parents, Grover...
Jeb Gregory
Dec 20, 2013
Jeb Gregory, of Covington, passed away December 20, 2013, at the age of 45. Jeb worked in the education system for over 18 years. He enjoyed playing golf, water sports, traveling, cooking and music. He was preceded in death by his mother, Marilyn Smith Gregory. Survivors include his daughter, Riley Ann Gregory of Watkinsville; father, J.O. "Buster" Gregory, Jr. of...
Doris S. Renfroe
Dec 16, 2013
Doris S. Renfroe of Covington, passed away December 16, 2013, at the age of 84. She enjoyed her job, at Wal-Mart, working as a greeter; and loved to fish, cook, and going to Braves games. She had a very generous heart, was always willing to do without so that others may have what they need, and she had a special...
Kathryn Echols
Dec 16, 2013
Kathryn Echols of Conyers passed away December 16, 2013 at Westbury Health & Rehab in Conyers. She was 91 years of age at the time of her death. Ms. Echols loved listening to gospel music and especially enjoyed attending gospel music concerts. She volunteered for Mothers' Day Out at her church and was involved with many other church activities. Ms....
Brenda Mcdonald
Dec 15, 2013
Brenda McDonald, of Covington, passed away December 15, 2013, at the age of 68. She was employed by The Bank of Covington for over 20 years in the accounting department. She enjoyed shopping and taking care of her family. Brenda was preceded in death by her son, Ansel McDonald; parents, Charlie "Freck" and Kathryn Hanson; and brother, Bobby Hanson. Survivors...
Nina Mae Burnham
Dec 14, 2013
Nina Mae Burnham, of Porterdale, passed away December 14, 2013, at the age of 66. She was a lifetime member of Julia A. Porter United Methodist Church where she was a member of the choir and the youth leader since 1980. She loved her church family, and was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend to many. Mrs....
Bud Bales
Dec 11, 2013
Bud Bales of Lilburn, passed away December 11, 2013, at the age of 75. Mr. Bales was a veteran of the United States Army, having proudly served his country during the Korean War. While in Korea, he was quarterback for the Army football team. He was an exceptional athlete, and even played baseball with Pete Rose. In addition to his...
Ralph Marion Hurndon
Dec 11, 2013
Ralph Marion Hurndon, of Jonesboro, passed away December 11, 2013, at the age of 83. He enjoyed golfing, fishing, working in his yard, and he loved his dog, FiFi. He was preceded in death by his parents, James Simmon and Eva Mae (Fields) Hurndon. Survivors include his daughter and son-in-law, Joy and Doug Moore of Stockbridge; son, Johnny Hurndon of...
Stacy W. Lynch
Dec 10, 2013
Stacy W. Lynch of Covington, passed away December 10, 2013, at the age of 53. Stacy had a larger than life personality and was always the life of the party. He was an avid Georgia Bulldogs fan, and enjoyed deer hunting, listening to music, playing his guitar, cooking and spending time with his family and friends. Stacy cherished his family...
Mabel Bailey
Dec 9, 2013
Mabel Bailey of Covington, passed away December 9, 2013, at the age of 91. Mrs. Bailey loved attending church; and enjoyed working in her flower garden, fellowshipping with old friends and meeting new ones, and spending time with her family during the holidays. She adored her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and cherished her time with them. She was preceded in death...
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