Local obituaries for Newton County in Georgia.

Dec 3, 2022

Donald Howard, of Covington, passed away Saturday, December 3, 2022, at the age of 76. Mr. Howard loved fishing, restoring old cars, watching NASCAR, and going to car shows. He will be missed by all who knew him. Mr. Howard was preceded in death by his son, Donald Franklin Howard, Jr.; parents, Fred Walter and Margaret Frances Howard; sister,...

Dec 2, 2022

Ellen Christian Helms, passed away at her home, Friday, December 2, 2022, at the age of 76. Born in Macon, Georgia, Ellen moved to Covington as a young child and always called it home.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Betty Christian; husband, T.J. “Jerry” Helms, III; son, T.J. “Jerry” Helms, IV; granddaughter,...

Dec 1, 2022

Mary Lou Thomas Deerman, 80, was born November 30, 1942, and passed away on December 1, 2022. She retired from Sears Roebuck Company and worked many years at Southern Bell. She was preceded in death by the love of her life Ross Deerman, parents Ansel and Ozella Thomas, sister Reba Gilbert, brothers Rex and Gary Thomas, nephews David and...

Nov 30, 2022

Ivan Bugera, of Conyers, passed away Wednesday, November 30, 2022, at the age of 88. Mr. Bugera was born in Aleksandravka, Ukraine where he retired as a steam plant operator after 30 years. He immigrated to the United States in 2001 and was a member of the First Slavic Pentecostal Church, in Winder. Mr. Bugera got his driver’s license...

Nov 30, 2022

Mary Stefaniak passed away Wednesday, November 30, 2022. A visitation for Mary will be held Friday, December 2, from 6:00 - 8:00 P.M., at Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road, in Covington.

Nov 29, 2022

Vicky Anderson, of Covington, passed away Tuesday, November 29, 2022, at the age of 68. Mrs. Anderson was a resident of Covington for 35 years where she held a career in pet grooming and retired from Leaping Lizards. She was known to always put others first even during her own health challenges. Mrs. Anderson loved family gatherings and time...

Nov 26, 2022

James Arnold Ruark, of Mansfield, passed away Saturday, November 26, 2022. He was born on March 18, 1948, in Bostwick, Georgia. James was a simple and honest man. He was a very successful cattleman who loved his work and took pride in what he did. Working hard from sun-up to sun-down was his daily routine. He graduated from Morgan...

Nov 23, 2022

Dorothea Isabelle Shockley, of Covington, passed away Wednesday, November 23, 2022, at the age of 84. Mrs. Shockley was a member of Faith Baptist Church, in Newborn. She took pride in serving her church community and aided in keeping the church clean. Mrs. Shockley loved the simple beauty of flowers, riding horses, sewing, and making quilts. In addition, she...

Nov 22, 2022

William Samuel Bankston, of Woodville, passed away Tuesday, November 22, 2022, at the age of 77. Mr. Bankston was a talented fisherman and lifetime member of the National League of Fishing. When he was not reeling in the latest catch, Mr. Bankston was often found at home enjoying the simple things in life and the company of family and...

Nov 21, 2022

Barbara White McCloud, a faithful servant of the Lord, left this earthly world on November 21, 2022. She was born on October 5, 1940, in Hahira, Georgia to the late Dothan and Maude Mae White and was preceded in death by her husband Kelsey Vinvent Thomas McCloud, and siblings, Eddie White, Christopher Charles White, Donald White, Shirley Ann Baker,...

Nov 21, 2022

Jimmy C. Bonner, of Covington, passed away Monday, November 21, 2022, at the age of 89. Mr. Bonner proudly served his country in the United States Navy. He was the last surviving member of the USS Oriskany and was part of Operation Castle, serving from 1952 until 1960. Mr. Bonner was a dedicated member of the Voice of Pentecost...

Nov 21, 2022

Connie Corn, of Oxford, passed away Monday, November 21, 2022, at the age of 92. Mrs. Corn was a hard worker and a great provider for her family. She enjoyed watching sports, cooking for her family, going to the VFW to play Bingo, and watching her game shows. In her younger years, Mrs. Corn loved to dance and was...

Nov 21, 2022

William Lawrence Moody "BILL" of Covington Georgia, has been gathered up into the loving embrace of Jesus Christ. On Monday, November 21st, after a downturn in health, Bill completed his journey and was carried into the presence of the Lord. He was about 6 weeks shy of his 76th birthday.

Bill "Honey" is lovingly remembered by his...

Nov 20, 2022

Bobby Richard Case, of Rutledge, passed away Sunday, November 20, 2022, at the age of 85. Mr. Case enjoyed spending time outdoors fishing and having his beloved wife, Sara, fry up his freshly caught fish. He was a “busy body” and working on the garden, yard, and other projects made him happy. Mr. Case was plain spoken and clearly...

Nov 19, 2022

Hoyt Colman Corley, lifelong Conyers resident, passed away Saturday, November 19, 2022, at the age of 71. Mr. Corley attended Pleasant Hill Baptist Church, in Conyers. He was employed with Sears & Roebuck for over 22 years and retired from Leeway Transport. Mr. Corley enjoyed going to car shows, races, and watching football. He was beloved by many children...

Nov 18, 2022

On Thursday, November 17, 2022. Constance (Connie) Wright went peacefully to be with her Lord. She was born Constance Perrin in Medford, MA in 1934 and lived in Winthrop, MA until they retired to Conyers, GA in 1985. Connie was 88 at the time of her passing. Connie was a wife to Ronnie for 67 years, during which time...

Nov 17, 2022

Charlie (Tex) Grover Evans, of Covington, passed away Thursday, November 17, 2022, at the age of 77. Mr. Evans was a proud patriot and served in the Army National Guard. After his time in the military ended, he carved out a career working for Bell’s Grocery. Mr. Evans was a devout Christian and member of Covington Mill United Methodist...

Nov 16, 2022

Dr. F. Bruce Herrington, born March 18, 1938, died on November 16, 2022 at the age of 84, after a productive life of service. Bruce is predeceased by his beloved wife of 60 years, Emily Susanne Eady Herrington of Oxford, Georgia; his parents, Walter Frank Herrington and Mattie Barry Glass Herrington, and his brother David W. Herrington, Sr., all...

Nov 13, 2022

Larry Paul Campbell, of Madison, passed away Sunday, November 13, 2022, at the age of 59. Mr. Campbell was a very hard worker and devoted to his wife and family. He lived life to the fullest, always had a great time, and a good sense of humor. He loved going to the beach and enjoyed watching the Georgia Bulldogs...

Nov 11, 2022

Lidiya Semenikhina, of Covington, passed away Friday, November 11, 2022, at the age of 89. Mrs. Semenikhina was born in Siberia and moved to the United States in 1997. She was a member of Zion Christian Church and a devout Christian who prayed regularly. During her retirement, Mrs. Semenikhina spent her day raising her grandchildren who she loved and...