Local obituaries for Newton County in Georgia.
Jacqueline Hamby Whitcher Johnson
Aug 9, 2013
Jacqueline Hamby Whitcher Johnson died peacefully in her sleep at the Retreat in Monticello on August 9, 2013. She was preceded in death by her parents, Thurman and Emily Hamby, late husband, Jim Whitcher, and late husband, Philip E. Johnson, Sr. Jackie grew up in rural Newton County in the Alcovy area. As a student, she began work at the...
Frances Ann Chase Straight
Aug 8, 2013
Frances Ann Chase Straight, 92, of Social Circle, GA, passed away August 8, 2013, at Abbey Hospice. Mrs. Straight was born in Lucy, TN, to the late James and Fanny (George) Chase. She attended the University of Mississippi, graduated from Vanderbilt University, and later returned to graduate school at age 60 to pursue studies in Christian Counseling at Columbia International...
Doris Johnson
Aug 7, 2013
Mrs. Terrell (Doris) Johnson of Covington, passed away August 7, 2013, at the age of 89. She was a member of Julia A. Porter United Methodist Church. Mrs. Johnson always enjoyed frequenting Mamie's Kitchen. She was preceded in death by her husband, Mr. Terrell W. Johnson; grandson, Chris Campbell; and her parents, Claude and Emma (Mills) Polk. Survivors include her...
Denny Brian Maddox
Aug 6, 2013
Denny Brian Maddox of Conyers, passed away August 6, 2013, at the age of 41. Denny was a loving and devoted father, husband, son, brother and friend. He enjoyed spending time with his friends, playing golf and cheering on his Georgia Bulldogs. But above all he cherished spending time with his daughter, Reanna. Denny was preceded in death by his...
Alton Kenneth Bruce
Aug 4, 2013
Alton Kenneth Bruce, of Covington, GA, entered into his Heavenly home, Sunday morning August 4, 2013, after a brief stay at Abbey Hospice. He was 90. Mr. Bruce raised his family with his beloved wife, the late Jeanine Scott Bruce, in Avondale Estates, GA and worked in his land development and construction business in the Atlanta area. Later they moved...
Vivian P. White
Aug 1, 2013
Vivian P. White of Covington, passed away August 1, 2013, at the age of 85. Mrs. White was born August 8, 1927, in Jackson, GA, to the late Walthal and Vernita (Kitchens) Pope. She and her husband, Lewis B. White, married October 18, 1947, and the two of them then moved to Covington. Mrs. White was a dedicated member of...
Howard E. Pickett
Jul 31, 2013
Howard E. Pickett of Madison passed away July 31, 2013 at Madison Health and Rehab. He was 91 years of age at the time of his death. Mr. Pickett was born October 27, 1921 in Covington, GA, and was one of eight children. He joined the Navy when he was 22 years old where he served in the Pacific Arena...
Jamie Leigh Lodge
Jul 30, 2013
Jamie Leigh Lodge of Covington, passed away July 30, 2013, at the age of 58. He loved working on cars, Harley Davidson motorcycles, collecting knives, hunting, and visiting the mountains. Jamie was loved, and will be missed by his family and friends. He was preceded in death by his father, John Tillman Lodge. Survivors include his wife, Patsy Lodge; daughter...
Timothy Scott Story
Jul 29, 2013
Timothy Scott "Tim" Story, of Social Circle, died July 29, 2013 at the age of 54. Tim loved God, his family, all his toys (especially his Harley), cruising the Caribbean, and boiled peanuts. He could fix anything, and if he didn't know how, he would make you believe he did. He finally got to retire from trucking, so we know...
Ann Hodges
Jul 28, 2013
Ann Hodges, 62, of McDonough, passed away at her home, July 28, 2013. She enjoyed cookouts and spending time with her family. Ann was a very special person to many, and will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her. She was preceded in death by her father, James Rowe. Survivors include her husband, Jo Hodges; sons and...
Sonya Dooley Evans
Jul 27, 2013
Sonya Dooley Evans, of Covington, passed away on July 27, 2013, at the age of 42. She dearly loved her family and was very proud of her girls, Amber and Mackenzie. Sonya never met a stranger, and if you knew her, you loved her. She enjoyed writing poetry and spending time with her family and friends. She will be missed...
Beatrice Leachman Moore
Jul 25, 2013
Beatrice Leachman Moore of Covington, passed away July 25, 2013, at Riverside Healthcare Center. She was 86 years of age at the time of her death. Mrs. Moore loved working in her yard, growing flowers and vegetables. She enjoyed reading her Bible, crocheting, and playing the guitar. She attended several Baptist churches in Newton County during her lifetime. Mrs. Moore...
Aileen (Mama Gunter) Gunter
Jul 25, 2013
Aileen Gunter (Mama Gunter) of Porterdale passed away July 25, 2013 at Emory University Hospital Midtown, in Atlanta. She was 88 years of age at the time of her death. Mrs. Gunter loved the Lord and her family. Charity work was her passion because she enjoyed helping other people. Mrs. Gunter was preceded in death by her husband, Byrdy Lee...
Elwin S. Stephens
Jul 23, 2013
Elwin S. Stephens of Oxford, passed away July 23, 2013, at the age of 77. Mr. Stephens was a veteran of the United States Army, and proudly served his country during the Korean War. He was owner and operator of E.S. Stephens Heating & Air for over 30 years. When he wasn't working, Mr. Stephens enjoyed working in his yard....
Vera Annette Oliver
Jul 21, 2013
Vera Annette Oliver passed away July 21, 2013 at her home in Oxford. She was 79 years of age at the time of her death. Mrs. Oliver was a professional seamstress, making everything from doll clothes to wedding dresses. Her daughter had the honor of wearing a wedding dress fashioned by her mother when she married. She was a member...
Bessie Mae Womack
Jul 21, 2013
Bessie Mae Womack, 84, of Covington, passed away July 21, 2013. Mrs. Womack loved her children and grandchildren, and always enjoyed taking care of others. She is loved, and will be missed by her family and friends. Mrs. Womack was preceded in death by her husband of 53 years, James Corrie Womack; son, James Randolph Womack; and her parents, Earnest...
Robert O. Morgan
Jul 20, 2013
Robert O. Morgan of Covington, passed away July 20, 2013, at the age of 78. Mr. Morgan was a veteran of the United States Navy. He was preceded in death by his brother, Milton Morgan. Survivors include his sister and brother-in-law, Betty and Bill Carson of Chattanooga, TN; sister-in-law, Frances Morgan of Winston, GA; nephew, Morgan Smith, and his wife,...
Charles G. "Chuck" Humphries
Jul 20, 2013
Charles G. "Chuck" Humphries, of Loganville, passed away on July 20, 2013, at the age of 64. A 30 plus year resident of Gwinnett County, he was a member of Grayson United Methodist Church. He took pride in his heritage being a direct descendant of the Cherokee Indian Nation. His biggest joy was working, and he was a phenomenal carpenter...
"Chris" Christopher Charles Campbell
Jul 19, 2013
"Chris" Christopher Charles Campbell, of Covington, passed away on July 19, 2013, at the age of 29. Chris was a very generous person; he would give anyone in need the shirt off his back. He dearly loved his family and loved to make people laugh and smile. Survivors include his wife, Mandy Campbell; parents, Don and Susan Campbell; brother and...
Carol Victoria Yearout
Jul 18, 2013
Carol Victoria Yearout, of Newborn, passed away on July 18, 2013, at the age of 65. Mrs. Yearout dearly loved her children and grandchildren. She enjoyed scrapbooking, card making and was an avid reader. She was preceded in death by her father, Lt. Col. Raymond Britton, and her mother, Annie Laurie Britton. Survivors include her loving husband of 43 years,...
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