Local obituaries for Newton County in Georgia.
Lloyd Madison Lyda,
May 19, 2013
Lloyd Madison Lyda, Jr., "Butch", of Oxford, passed away May 19, 2013, at the age of 68. He loved spending time outdoors, and especially enjoyed fishing, camping, rock hunting, and collecting coins. He was loved, and will be greatly missed by his family and friends. Lloyd was preceded in death by his son, Lloyd "Bo" Lyda; and his parents, Lloyd...
Barbara Shannon Henry
May 17, 2013
Barbara Shannon Henry of Covington, passed away May 17, 2013 at Eastside Medical Center in Snellville. She was 73 years of age at the time of her death. When she was younger she enjoyed traveling to the beach and the mountains. Mrs. Henry was part of the Card Ministry at Newton Baptist Church, where she was a member. She loved...
Virginia "Jeanette" Mcdaniel Mcswain
May 16, 2013
Virginia "Jeanette" McDaniel McSwain, of Conyers, Georgia (originally from St. Augustine, Florida) went home to be with the Lord on May 16, 2013, at the age of 83, after an extended illness. Jeanette was an active member of her church, enjoyed reading the Bible, and teaching Sunday School. Jeanette was a true Christian in knowledge and example. Jeanette was a...
Barbara R. Mote
May 15, 2013
Access RoadBarbara R. Mote of Covington, passed away May 15, 2013, at the age of 77. She enjoyed reading, spending time outdoors, working in her yard, taking walks, and watching the Atlanta Braves. Barbara also enjoyed arts and crafts; she was a talented painter and an excellent cook. Barbara was a quiet, strong-willed, and independent woman who always believed she...
Stephen Michael Williams
May 14, 2013
Access RoadStephen Michael Williams, of Covington, died May 14, 2013, at the age of 59. Stephen grew up in Lithonia and was a 1972 graduate of Lithonia High School where he played basketball. He was a dedicated employee of Georgia Power for over 30 years and also worked at his father's sawmill. He was a Harley Davidson enthusiast and often...
Allan Brannon
May 12, 2013
Access RoadAllan Brannon of Conyers, passed away May 12, 2013, at the age of 76. Mr. Brannon was the first baby born in Techwood Homes, in Atlanta, and as a typical downtown Atlanta resident - he loved the Varsity! He was a devoted employee, of Atlantic Steel, and retired after 49 years of service. He loved visiting Daytona Beach and...
Winna Jean Evans
May 12, 2013
Access RoadWinna Jean Evans of Covington passed away May 12, 2013 at Rockdale Medical Center. She was 72 years of age at the time of her death. Mrs. Evans worked in the optical business for 45 years, and was employed by Southern Optical for over 30 years. Mrs. Evans was preceded in death by her parents, Gail and Minnie (Martin)...
Linda J. Coley
May 12, 2013
Access RoadLinda J. Coley, 67, of Covington, passed away May 12, 2013. She was a member of the Alcovy Shrinettes and Stewart Community Church. She was a "people person", and always enjoyed being around her friends. Mrs. Coley was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother; and she loved spending time with her family and grandchildren. She was preceded in death...
Richard A. (Red) Davis
May 12, 2013
Richard (Red) A. Davis, age 67, passed away at his home on Taunton Road, Sunday, May 12, 2013. Richard was born in Eatonton, GA on March 16, 1946. He worked for Hercules for many years and recently was employed by Beaver Manufacturing. He enjoyed hunting and fishing. Mr. Davis was preceded in death by his parents, Braxton and Ruth Davis,...
Helen B. Kirkpatrick
May 3, 2013
Floyd StreetHelen B. Kirkpatrick, of Covington, passed away May 3, 2013 at the age of 85. She worked in the local textile mills for over 46 years and was a member of Gaithers United Methodist Church. She enjoyed gardening, quilting, crocheting and cooking. Mrs. Kirkpatrick was preceded in death by her sons, Morris Fincher, Randy Fincher; parents, Wilburn Ashburry and...
Carolyn Nelson
May 2, 2013
Access Road Carolyn Nelson of Oxford, passed away May 2, 2013, at the age of 74. Mrs. Nelson enjoyed fishing, playing bingo, visiting her friends, spending time outdoors, and admiring her hummingbirds. She adored her family, and loved spending time with them. She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Nelson; parents, John Daniel and Willie Mae (Spires) Yancey;...
Hazel Harris Parish
May 1, 2013
Access RoadHazel Harris Parish, 88, of Covington, joined her Heavenly Father, May 1, 2013, peacefully at Abbey Hospice while surrounded by her family. Miss Hazel was a lifelong resident of Covington and member of the First Baptist Church. She worked briefly, but when her children came along, the decision was made to be a fulltime wife and mother. You could...
George (Skeet) Harper
Apr 30, 2013
Access RoadGeorge (Skeet) Harper of Porterdale, passed away April 30, 2013, at the age of 93. Mr. Harper worked for Bibb Manufacturing Company for 20 years, before retiring from Hercules, in 1983, after 14 years of service. He was Past Master of the Pace Masonic Lodge #558 F.&A.M., in Porterdale, where he was a member for 60 years. In addition,...
James Stanley Moore,
Apr 24, 2013
Access RoadJames Stanley Moore, Sr., of Covington, passed away April 24, 2013, at the age of 59. Stanley was a dedicated employee, for 40 years, at SRG Global. He loved his family, and enjoyed running, playing drums, fishing, going to the beach, woodwork, and being outdoors. He was preceded in death by his, parents, Sam and Inez (Harcrow) Moore; sister,...
Barry Lynn Dunn
Apr 23, 2013
Floyd StreetWith great sorrow, the family of Barry Lynn Dunn, announces his passing on April 23, 2013. He was the son of Samuel Smith and Lessie (Yelverton) Dunn, born October 15, 1927, in Jackson, Tennessee, and moved to Atlanta soon after his birth. He grew up in West End, attended Tech High School, and was baptized and spent his youth...
Jackson "Jack" Carnes
Apr 22, 2013
General Jackson "Jack" Carnes, of Covington, passed away April 22, 2013, at the age of 87. He was a family man and loved his family dearly. He also loved his church family at LifePointe Church of the Nazarene. He had an Associate's Degree and worked as an Electrical and HVAC Contractor. General Jack was a pilot and enjoyed flying. He...
Jessie Matthew Corley
Apr 21, 2013
Jessie Matthew Corley of Conyers passed away April 21, 2013, at Rockdale Medical Center. He was 31 years of age at the time of his death. Jessie loved his family and friends, antique cars, riding his four-wheeler, and fishing. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Harold and Laura Corley, Doc and Jewel (Johnson) Coady. Survivors include his parents,...
Brian Keith Ingram
Apr 16, 2013
Access RoadBrian Keith Ingram of Covington, passed away April 16, 2013, at the age of 48. He retired from the United States Air Force after 21 years of service. Keith was a member of Newton Baptist Church, the John O. McCart V.F.W. Post 2938, and the American Legion, Post 32, all in Covington. He was an avid Braves fan. Keith...
James C. Corry
Apr 16, 2013
Access RoadJames C. Corry of Covington, passed away April 16, 2013, at the age of 85. Mr. Corry was a veteran of the United States Navy. He was a member and Elder of Bethany Presbyterian Church, in Covington. Mr. Corry was a Mason for more than 50 years, and a member of the Golden Fleece Lodge #6, where he served...
J. B. Monk,
Apr 12, 2013
Access Road J. B. Monk, Sr., of Covington, passed away April 12, 2013 at the age of 90. Mr. Monk enjoyed fishing, cutting grass and going to gospel singings. He served his country in the United States Army during World War II and was a member of Almon Baptist Church and the American Legion Post #77. Mr. Monk loved his...
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