Local obituaries for Newton County in Georgia.

Apr 11, 2023

Elaine Farmer, of Social Circle, passed away Tuesday, April 11, 2023, at the age of 76. A devoted wife of 55 years, Mrs. Farmer loved being a homemaker and loved her husband and children. After her youngest child was in school, she decided to work in the school system as a Paraprofessional for 26 years. Mrs. Farmer also taught...

Apr 10, 2023

Dorothy Conley Shepherd, of Oxford, passed away Monday, April 10, 2023, at the age of 96. Mrs. Shepherd was a member of Alcoy United Methodist Church. She enjoyed cooking and loved hosting Sunday dinners, which she did for over 50 years. Mrs. Shepherd was preceded in death by her husband of 61 years, G. W. Shepherd; son, Steven Shepherd;...

Apr 3, 2023

Amy Elizabeth Bodnark Hudgins, of Covington, passed away Monday, April 3, 2023, at the age of 55. Amy was born in Youngstown, Ohio, and for the last seven years, resided in Covington, Georgia. She loved spending time outdoors whether she was working in her vegetable garden, fishing, or camping. Additionally, Amy was an accomplished artist and enjoyed crocheting and...

Apr 2, 2023

William Thomas Cartledge, of Covington, passed away Sunday, April 2, 2023, at the age of 91. Mr. Cartledge proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Korean War.  He was born and raised in Covington and was a member of The Monroe Church. Mr. Cartledge enjoyed cutting grass, going to yard sales, telling jokes, and traveling...

Apr 1, 2023

Carmen Esther Berru De Corvos, de Loganville, falleció el sábado 2 de abril de 2023 a la edad de 72 años. La Sra. Carmen De Corvos era una cristiana muy devota y miembro de la Iglesia Católica St. Oliver Plunkett. Le apasionaba ayudar a los demás, era como una segunda madre para muchos e impactó positivamente la vida de...

Mar 31, 2023

Tullie James (T.J.) Kennedy of Shady Dale, passed away Friday, March 31, 2023, at the age of 60. T.J. was known for his larger-than-life personality and his gift for making people laugh. He enjoyed fishing, riding his motorcycle, watching wrestling, watching movies on his phone, and he never turned down a good meal, especially if it included crawfish, crab...

Mar 29, 2023

Billy Eugene Bender, of Mansfield, passed away Wednesday, March 29, 2023, at the age of 81. Mr. Bender honorably served his country in the United States Airforce. He lived most of his life in Orange County, California, and Los Angeles, California, where he met the love of his life, Sherrill. Since 2003 Mr. Bender kept residency in both California...

Mar 28, 2023

Dalton Wyatt, of Covington, passed away Tuesday, March 28, 2023, at the age of 23. Dalton was a country boy at heart and enjoyed spending time outdoors riding four wheelers and dirt bikes. He liked listening to music of all genres and was a Nannies boy. Dalton adored his fiancé and his children. He was a very loving person...

Mar 28, 2023

Angelia Dianne Lindsey, of Covington, passed away Tuesday, March 28, 2023, at the age of 52. Mrs. Lindsey enjoyed kayaking, fishing, gardening, and reading. She was talented in cross-stitching and learned calligraphy. Mrs. Lindsey loved to travel, especially to the beach, and had a special place in her heart for all animals. Above all, what she treasured most was...

Mar 27, 2023

With deepest sorrow, we announce that Marquece Tyree Little, 30, passed away suddenly in Conyers, GA on Monday, March 27, 2023.  He was born on May 9, 1992 in Indianapolis, IN to his mother, Marie A. Tate and father, Melvin A. Little, Sr.  He was an athlete and graduate from MacArthur High School in Decatur, IL.

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Mar 25, 2023

Eleanor Lee Whitney, of Oxford, passed away Saturday, March 25, 2023, at the age of 87. Mrs. Whitney enjoyed reading a good book and solving word puzzles. Additionally, she loved watching old movies, especially Westerns. Mrs. Whitney had a big heart for animals and adored her dog, Abbey. She treasured spending time with loved ones during family gatherings and...

Mar 24, 2023

Michael F. Capps, of Covington, passed away Friday, March 24, 2023, at the age of 80. Mr. Capps was an avid outdoorsman and liked going rabbit and deer hunting. In times of relaxation, he enjoyed floating down the river and going fishing. Mr. Capps was fond of watching the Atlanta Braves and Atlanta Falcons play. Additionally, he was an...

Mar 23, 2023

Kenneth Lewis Williams, of Social Circle, passed away Thursday, March 23, 2023, at the age of 70. Mr. Williams was a heavily involved member of Berean Baptist Church, serving on various mission trips and taking on the role of sound technician. He was the past president and founder of Electrical Contractor Incorporated for 39 years; a business he started...

Mar 16, 2023

Teresa Lane Vaughn, Covington, passed away Thursday, March 16, 2023, at the age of 74. Ms. Vaughn was a member of Highpoint Baptist Church and retired from the State of Georgia. She was a woman of great faith who had a pure heart and a beautiful smile. Ms. Vaughn loved her family dearly and will be missed by all...

Mar 14, 2023

Hazel Stanley, of Covington, passed away Tuesday, March 14, 2023, at the age of 83. Mrs. Stanley was a member of Journey Baptist Church. She enjoyed reading her Bible, watching Jimmy Swaggart, and crocheting. Mrs. Stanley loved spending time with her family and was a phenomenal cook. Her family especially loved her roast beef gravy and biscuits. She was...

Mar 13, 2023

Fred M. Spivey of Covington, passed away Monday, March 13, 2023, at the age of 86.  Mr. Spivey was a veteran of both the United States Air Force and the South Carolina Army National Guard, where he was a distinguished helicopter pilot.  After his service to the nation, he worked as a Police Officer in North Augusta South Carolina...

Mar 13, 2023

Robbie Sharlene Jones, of Ivey, passed away Monday, March 13, 2023, at the age of 69. Mrs. Jones was born in Porterdale and grew up in Atlanta. She was known for her beautiful smile and laugh, colorful hair, and being a second mom to many. She was preceded in death by her parents, Smitty and Vivian Smith.

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Mar 13, 2023

Resilient.

No one who knew Steve Edwards would be surprised to find the man's picture next to the definition of that word in Webster's dictionary. That is because even one of the trials and tragedies that life threw at Steve would have felled a lesser man. He served a tour of Vietnam, endured the deaths of loved...

Mar 11, 2023

Wendell J. “Bud” Beal, Sr., of Porterdale, passed away Saturday, March 11, 2023, at the age of 85. Mr. Beal was a proud patriot and served in the United States Air Force. He was an active member of Led By The Spirit Mission Church and held the duties of song leader for the congregation. After his time in the...

Mar 10, 2023

In Remembrance of Mildred Gragg Ivey

Mildred Gragg Ivey, of Covington, Georgia, age 94, went to her Heavenly Home on Friday, March 10 after a brief illness. One of nine children she was born in Linville, North Carolina on February 13, 1929 to the late Daniel Windom Gragg and Vinie Coffey Gragg. She is also...