Local obituaries for Newton County in Georgia.
Sterling Burney
Sep 12, 2013
Sterling Burney, of Covington, GA, passed away September 12, 2013, at the age of 77. Mr. Burney was a member of Almon Baptist Church for 54 years. He proudly served his country in the United States Navy. Mr. Burney was a loving father and friend and enjoyed gardening and traveling. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Essie...
Jack Davis
Sep 11, 2013
Jack Davis, Jr., of Covington, passed away September 11, 2013, at the age of 67. He owned and operated LCS Lawn Service. Jack enjoyed riding his motorcycle, boating on the lake, and camping in the front yard. He loved spending time with his kids, and will be missed by his family and friends. He was preceded in death by his...
Jimmy Ray Payne
Sep 10, 2013
Jimmy Ray Payne of Covington, passed away September 10, 2013, at the age of 79. Mr. Payne was born, in Porterdale, to the late Ardell and Eva (Jones) Payne. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Gussie Lou (Ivy) Payne; and his brother, Ardell Payne, Jr. Survivors include his wife, Berthalene (Vaughn) Payne; children and their spouses, Rhonda...
David Lee King
Sep 9, 2013
David Lee King, Sr., 60, of Covington, passed away September 9, 2013. David was a mighty man of God, and served Him as an evangelist, lead guitar player, and singer. He was never one to say anything negative about anyone, and was always there when his friends and family needed him. David loved his family dearly, and enjoyed making memories...
Gertrude (Pat) Ricci
Sep 9, 2013
Gertrude (Pat) Ricci, 93, of Conyers, Georgia, passed away September 9, 2013. Mrs. Ricci was an animal lover, had a witty and humorous personality, and others always enjoyed being around her. While living in New York, she was a Buffalo Bill's fan, but after moving to Georgia she cheered for the Atlanta Falcons! Mrs. Ricci was preceded in death by...
Jacquelyn "Jackie" Jones Wood
Sep 7, 2013
Jacquelyn (Jackie) Jones Wood of Covington, passed away September 7, 2013 at her daughter's home in Cumming. She was 70 years of age at the time of her death. Mrs. Wood was a loving wife and mother who loved and enjoyed her grandchildren. It could be said she was a full-time grandmother. She was a member of Covington First United...
Rev. James L. "Jimmy" Edwards
Sep 6, 2013
Rev. James "Jimmy" Edwards, of Covington, passed away September 6, 2013, at the age of 81. Jimmy was a loving husband, father and grandfather. He exhibited a quality of unconditional love that is admirable while caring for his beloved wife, Betty. He loved all of the churches he pastored and attended. He pastored Canaan Baptist, Mt. Zion two different times...
Janet H. Jackson
Sep 5, 2013
Janet H. Jackson of Covington, passed away September 5, 2013, at the age of 77. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and sister-in-law. She was affectionately known as J.J. by her grandchildren, and cherished her time spent with them. She was preceded in death by her husband, Hillman Jackson; parents, Mr. and Mrs. Willis Hackett; sister, Rebecca Hackett...
Gilberto "Gil" Martinez
Sep 5, 2013
Gilberto "Gil" Martinez, of Covington, passed away on September 5, 2013, at the age of 72. Gil was a loving husband, father, brother, grandfather and great-grandfather. Gil came to Fort Benning, Georgia, for Ranger training where he met his wife of 52 years, Lil; they knew each other for one month then were married on July 3, 1961. After the...
Tony Allen
Sep 1, 2013
Tony Allen of Covington, passed away September 1, 2013, at the age of 67. Tony was a member of Central Community Church, and devoted his life to God first, then to his family and his community. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother and friend. He was loved, and will be missed by all who knew him. Tony...
Joyce Ann Morton
Aug 28, 2013
Mrs. Joyce Ann Morton, of Covington, died August 28, 2013 at the age of 82. She enjoyed traveling, being outdoors tending to her flowers, and shopping. She retired from Lithonia Lighting after 31 years of service and was a longtime member of Trinity United Methodist Church. Mrs. Morton loved her family and the many friends she came to know through...
Margaret Linda Stevens
Aug 27, 2013
Margaret Linda Stevens of Covington, passed away August 27, 2013 at Covington Manor Nursing Home. She was 67 years of age at the time of her death. Miss Stevens was preceded in death by her long-time caregiver, Aileen Gunter and is survived by her special family, Danny Fitts, Linda Fitts, Jessica Fitts; as well as her extended family. A Graveside...
Anna May Newman
Aug 26, 2013
Anna May Newman, 92, of Mansfield, passed away August 26, 2013. Mrs. Newman enjoyed gardening, reading, poetry, music, and going to Georgia Bulldog games. She loved all kinds of animals, but especially loved dogs. Mrs. Newman loved her family dearly, and will be missed by all who knew and cared for her. She was preceded in death by her husband,...
Lois R. Sealock
Aug 26, 2013
Lois R. Sealock, 89, of Covington, passed away August 26, 2013. Ms. Sealock enjoyed cooking, taking care of her pets, and spending time with her family - especially her granddaughters. She was an independent woman, and always lived life to the fullest. Her sister, Nina, who considered her a mother-like figure while growing up, remembers the good times they spent...
Lillian C. Long
Aug 22, 2013
Lillian C. Long of Oxford passed away August 22, 2013 at Newton Medical Center. She was 89 years of age at the time of her death. Mrs. Long was a member of Oxford Lions Club, enjoyed going to Chick-fil-A, meeting people, and traveling. She loved her family and enjoyed spending time with them. She was preceded in death by her...
Walter Byron Fuller
Aug 22, 2013
Walter Byron Fuller, of Covington, passed away August 22, 2013, at the age of 59. Mr. Fuller loved life and spending time with his family. He also loved his dog, Buddy. He enjoyed fishing, dancing and watching NASCAR. Mr. Fuller was preceded in death by his daughter, Donna Sue Fuller; parents, Obie and Ollie (Teal) Fuller; mother, Mary Margaret Fuller;...
Opal M. Goins
Aug 22, 2013
Opal M. Goins of Monticello, passed away August 22, 2013, at the age of 93. Mrs. Goins was a lifelong resident of Newton County and faithful member of Covington First United Methodist Church for 58 years. In addition, she was involved with the Lillian Everette Circle of FUMC and the FUMC over 50 club. She was loved, and will be...
Martha Annette Shannon
Aug 20, 2013
Martha Annette Shannon of Covington passed away August 20, 2013. She was 88 years of age at the time of her death. Mrs. Shannon enjoyed gardening, her flowers, shopping, and going out to eat. She loved her family and reading her Bible. She was preceded in death by her husband, E.J. Shannon; granddaughter, Lisa Gail Stone; grandson, Chris Shannon; and...
Mary M. Mann
Aug 20, 2013
Mary M. Mann, 77, of Porterdale, passed away August 20, 2013. She was a loving mother who worked in her home and raised her family to always trust in God. She loved going to church, singing, and teaching young women about the Bible. Mrs. Mann was a wonderful cook, and enjoyed reading, crocheting, and drawing. She was preceded in death...
Sammy Moss
Aug 20, 2013
Sammy Moss, 82, of Covington, passed away August 20, 2013. Sammy was a dedicated employee of Southern Bell, for 31 years, before retiring at the age of 51. He was a faithful member and deacon of Porterdale Baptist Church, and was always willing to do anything the church needed of him. He always stayed busy around the house, and especially...
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