Local obituaries for Newton County in Georgia.
Naomi "Granny B" Rice
Dec 22, 2012
Access Road Naomi "Granny B" Rice, of Oxford, passed away December 22, 2012, at the age of 73. Utmost in her life was her strong faith in God. She was sincerely devoted to and enjoyed spending time with her husband and family. Mrs. Rice was preceded in death by her father, "Dewey" Howard Hendrix; mother, Willie Mae (Wade) Brock, better...
Linda Hammond
Dec 20, 2012
Linda Hammond of Covington, passed away December 20, 2012, at the age of 65. She enjoyed cooking, working in her yard, and taking care of animals. Linda loved the Lord Jesus Christ, and because she had a heart of gold, she enjoyed helping those less fortunate, especially during the holiday season. Most important, Linda was a devoted mother, granny, sister,...
Hillman Jackson
Dec 20, 2012
Hillman Jackson, of Covington, passed away December 20, 2012 at the age of 81. He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force during the Korean War. Mr. Jackson was preceded in death by his parents, Walter L. and Willie B. Jackson. Survivors include his loving wife, of 59 years, Janet Jackson; daughter, Jana Milton, and her fiancé,...
Marie Lunsford Hall
Dec 20, 2012
Marie Lunsford Hall, of Henry County, passed away on December 20, 2012, at the age of 88. She enjoyed spending time at her home and loved life, nature, and laughter. Mrs. Hall was preceded in death by her husband, Andrew Hall; and several brothers and sisters. Survivors include her son and daughter-in-law, Charles A. and Brenda Hall of Henry County;...
John Kovalcik
Dec 19, 2012
John Kovalcik of Covington, passed away December 19, 2012, at the age of 82. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force, and proudly served his country during the Korean War. Lovingly referred to as Papa John, he was often considered a practical joker, he could fix anything, and he even made good pizza! He had a big...
Rodney Jason Packard
Dec 16, 2012
Rodney Jason Packard of Covington, passed away December 16, 2012, at the age of 43. Rodney was a member of The Church at Covington. He was the government fleet sales manager for Maxie Price Chevrolet, in Loganville, and former firefighter and EMT in Rockdale County. Survivors include his loving wife, Marcia Packard; sons, Austin Hunter Williams, both of Covington, Garrett...
Angela E. Ward
Dec 15, 2012
Access Angela E. Ward, of Covington, passed away peacefully December 15, 2012, at the age of 47 after a battle with cancer. Angela enjoyed scrapbooking, arts and crafts, tutoring, and playing paintball with her husband. She also enjoyed traveling, especially cruises. Angela was preceded in death by her husband, Adam Ward; and her parents, Robert and Shirley Massey. Survivors include...
John H. Park,
Dec 15, 2012
Access Road John H. Park, Jr., of Covington, passed on to reunite with his parents, John and Emma Lou Park and sister, Mrs. Edward (Helen) Gattis on December 15, 2012, at the age of 82. He was born in 1930 in Covington, Georgia. He retired after 38 years of service as a general superintendent with General Motors Corporation. Mr. Park...
Annette Chandler
Dec 12, 2012
Annette Chandler of Covington, passed away December 12, 2012, at the age of 90. She was a lifelong resident of Lithonia until moving to Covington in 1995. Mrs. Chandler was a former member of Macedonia Baptist Church, in Lithonia, and retired from Lithonia Economy Drug Store. She loved flower gardening and was an avid Braves fan. Mrs. Chandler was preceded...
Paul Michael "Mike" Cannon
Dec 12, 2012
Paul Michael "Mike" Cannon of Covington, passed away December 12, 2012, at the age of 66. Mike was very creative. He loved music and art, was a passionate songwriter, and also enjoyed writing poems. He was preceded in death by his father, Paul Cannon; his mother and step-father, Kathy Cannon Moore and Bill Moore; and his grandmother, Robbie Smith. Survivors...
Gene Ivey
Dec 9, 2012
Gene Ivey passed away at his home in Covington, December 9, 2012. He was 74 years of age at the time of his death. Mr. Ivey was preceded in death by his parents, Troy and Essie Ivey, and several brothers and sisters. Mr. Ivey is survived by his wife of 38 years, Penny Ivey of Covington; daughters and sons-in-law, Michelle...
Janice Vernon
Dec 4, 2012
Access RoadJanice Vernon of Covington, passed away December 4, 2012, at the age of 64. Janice was a loving mother and grandmother, loved animals, and enjoyed traveling to the beach. She will be missed by her family and friends. Janice was preceded in death by her father, Charlie Russell Vernon; and her mother, Bernice Irene Jenkins. Survivors include her daughters...
John Robert "Bob" Dempsey
Dec 3, 2012
John Robert "Bob" Dempsey of Covington, passed away December 3, 2012, at the age of 63. Bob enjoyed hunting and fishing. A man of many words, he was a loving husband, wise father and proud grandfather. He was preceded in death by his son, Charles Lewis Dempsey, and brother, Charles Louis Dempsey.Surviving are his wife, Karen Dempsey; sons, John Robert...
Hans Rainer Schramm
Dec 1, 2012
Access Road Hans Rainer Schramm, of Covington, passed away December 1, 2012, at the age of 55. Mr. Schramm worked as a machine operator for 32 years. He loved his family and enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. He enjoyed being outdoors, riding his motorcycle and kayaking. He also loved listening to rock and roll music. He was...
Mary Jacqueline Rutherford
Dec 1, 2012
Mary Jacqueline Rutherford, of Covington, passed away December 1, 2012, at the age of 89. Ms. Rutherford was the owner of Rutherford Insurance Agency. She loved working. She also enjoyed traveling, camping and reading. She was preceded in death by her parents Jack and Christine Rutherford. A Cryptside Service for Ms. Rutherford will be held Tuesday, December 4, 2012, 11:30...
Bobby L. Smith,
Nov 30, 2012
Access Road Bobby L. Smith, Sr., of Covington, passed away November 30, 2012, at the age of 82. Mr. Smith worked for White's Department Store for 37 years and Cohen's Department Store for over 10 years. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend to many. He was loved dearly by his family and friends, and highly...
Jewel L. Shelton
Nov 30, 2012
Access Road Jewel L. Skelton, of Covington, passed away November 30, 2012, at the age of 89. She loved helping and spending time with family and friends. She also enjoyed going to church and growing flowers. Mrs. Skelton is preceded in death by first husband, Fred A. Wilson and second husband, Bill Skelton; great-grandson, Anderson Curtis; and parents David Carl...
Geraldine Jolley
Nov 27, 2012
Geraldine Jolley of Covington, passed away November 27, 2012, at the age of 74, after a short battle with liver cancer. Mrs. Jolley had her own cleaning business, but also worked as a cashier at Wal-Mart and a deli attendant at Kmart. She loved the Lord, and enjoyed fellowshipping and getting to know people. She always wanted to help others,...
Joseph "Rip" Repetske
Nov 27, 2012
Access RoadJoseph "Rip" Repetske, 94, of Oxford, died Tuesday, November 27, 2012. He was co-owner of Cowan and Cowan Electric Co. until his retirement. Mr. Repetske was a long-time member of Mt Tabor United Methodist Church until its closing. He then found a new church home at the North Covington United Methodist Church. No matter where he attended church, his...
Roscoe (Floyd) Ingram,
Nov 26, 2012
Floyd StreetRoscoe (Floyd) Ingram, Sr., of Covington, passed away November 26, 2012, at the age of 71. Mr. Ingram was a veteran of the United States Army, and proudly served his country during the Vietnam War. He was preceded in death by his parents, Marvin and Eula (Ayers) Ingram. Survivors include his wife, Sue Ingram; daughters and son-in-law, Juanita Ingram...
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