Local obituaries for Newton County in Georgia.

Sep 25, 2022

Brianna Megan Luti, of Mansfield, passed away Sunday, September 25, 2022, at the age of 27. Brianna grew up in Rockdale County and later moved to Covington where she was a 2013 graduate of Eastside High School. After graduating, she received her associates degree from Georgia State University with a major in social work. Brianna was currently a dedicated...

Sep 24, 2022

Sara Case, of Rutledge, passed away Saturday, September 24, 2022, at the age of 81. Mrs. Case, affectionately known as “Pedi” and “Nana” by her grandchildren, was the rock of the family and a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She will be remembered for the family get-togethers at the lake house with her sisters cooking big breakfasts with...

Sep 23, 2022

Jason Ray Osborne “The Duck”, of Jackson, passed away Friday, September 23, 2022, at the age of 83. Mr. Osborne was a mason. He enjoyed spending time outdoors camping in his motorhome and being on the lake boating, partying, and fishing. Mr. Osborne liked watching all sports, but had special interests in football, baseball, and NASCAR. He loved to...

Sep 17, 2022

Darrel Glen Gudgen, Loganville, passed away Saturday, September 17, 2022, at the age of 65. Mr. Gudgen worked as a truck driver for many years for various companies. When he wasn’t on the road working, he enjoyed being outdoors hunting and fishing, vacationing in Panama City Beach with his wife, Delores, and watching wrestling. In addition, Mr. Gudgen shared...

Sep 16, 2022

Leah Caldwell, of Covington, passed away Friday, September 16, 2022, at the age of 83. Mrs. Caldwell lived her life according to her faith so that people could see Jesus through her actions. She abided by her faith. Mrs. Caldwell was a member of Solid Rock Church. She was preceded in death by her husband, Odell Caldwell; son, Jimmy...

Sep 16, 2022

Nancy Reynolds - One of Grace... The Lord will give grace and glory: no good thing will he withhold from them that walk uprightly. Psalm 84:11. Everywhere she went her infectious smile and the twinkle in her eyes communicated that love and grace to everyone she met. Nancy had but one goal in life - that was to encourage,...

Sep 14, 2022

Walter Harold Butler, 89,  died on September 14, 2022.  He was born in Atlanta, Georgia on November 11, 1932 and was the son of the late Walter Herman and Laura Johnson Butler. Walt is survived by several nieces and nephews.  He and his wife, Frances, celebrated their 61st anniversary on July 1st.  Frances died on July 28, 2022.

Sep 14, 2022

John “Dick” Richard Cottrill, 76, of Social Circle, GA, passed away, Wednesday, September 14, 2022 with his loved ones by his side.

Dick was born October 14, 1945, in Bebington, Chesire, England to Edward and Alice (Kirkpatrick) Cottrill. He graduated from Birkenhead High School Academy in 1964 and from the University College of North Wales in 1967....

Sep 14, 2022

Gary Truitt, 75, of Monroe, GA, went to be with God September 14, 2022.  A loving husband, father, grandfather and uncle. "Pop" to all, stranger to no-one.  He voluntarily served in the USAF, played semi-pro baseball, was a policeman, and had a long career with Conrail and Norfolk Southern RR. He served God as a lay preacher and Sunday...

Sep 14, 2022

Brice Carlton Lunsford, of Covington, passed away Wednesday, September 14, 2022, at the age of 88. Mr. Lunsford was a sports nut, but his passion was baseball – he would walk five miles in his youth to be able to play ball. He was a big fan of Gospel music and enjoyed going on cruises. Mr. Lunsford loved his...

Sep 14, 2022

William Johnson, of Oxford, passed away Wednesday, September 14, 2022, at the age of 74. Mr. Johnson was a graduate of Valdosta State University where he was in the Kappa Alpha Fraternity. He was an avid Georgia football fan and enjoyed coaching football and softball. Mr. Johnson also enjoyed restoring boats in his free time. He could make friends...

Sep 14, 2022

James “Grady” Strange, of Monticello, passed away Wednesday, September 14, 2022, at the age of 83. Born and raised in Covington, Mr. Strange was a longtime active member of Red Oak United Methodist Church and served on the Board of Trustees. He was employed with General Motors for over 25 years. In addition, Mr. Strange was a lifetime member...

Sep 13, 2022

Kenneth Conrad Cook, of Mansfield, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Tuesday, September 13, 2022, at the age of 63. Mr. Cook graduated from Southwest Dekalb High School and attended Southern Tech University. Through his work in his father’s business, Pyramid Masonry, he served as a brick mason, foreman, site supervisor, estimator and many other roles, and...

Sep 13, 2022

Eula Beatrice Jackson, of Porterdale, passed away Tuesday, September 13, 2022, at the age of 87. Mrs. Jackson had a phenomenal green thumb and could grow any kind of plant with ease. She loved tending to her flowers. Additionally, Mrs. Jackson was adventurous in nature, always going camping or traveling to the mountains and the beach. She lived life...

Sep 12, 2022

Terri Smith, of Conyers, passed away at the age of 62. Mrs. Smith will be deeply missed by her family and friends. She enjoyed spending her time shopping and cooking. Mrs. Smith was preceded in death by her mother, Barbara Deloris Farmer.

Survivors include her father, Bobby Carol Farmer; sister, Joy and Steve Bishop; brother, Danny Farmer...

Sep 10, 2022

Sandra Lee Waits, of Conyers, passed away Saturday, September 10, 2022, at the age of 60. Mrs. Waits was a devoted employee for Rockdale County Public Schools, serving Lorraine Elementary as a baker and caring for all the meals for children with special dietary needs. Her cinnamon rolls and yeast rolls were legendary among the school staff, getting special...

Sep 10, 2022

Derek Turner. of Oxford. entered eternal rest on Saturday, September 10, 2022. He passed peacefully at his home, surrounded by loved ones, after a long courageous battle with cancer.

Derek was born on February 22, 1961, at Crawford Long Hospital, in Atlanta, Georgia. He graduated from Rockdale County High School in 1981. While there, he earned awards...

Sep 9, 2022

Barbara Parker, of Social Circle, passed away Friday, September 9, 2022, at the age of 90. Mrs. Parker was a devout Christian and member of St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church for over 20 years. She was a prayer warrior and enjoyed talking to God. Mrs. Parker was employed as a secretary for 6 years at Tabernacle Christian School, in Atlanta....

Sep 9, 2022

Emma Vincent, of Oxford, passed away Friday, September 9, 2022, at the age of 79. Mrs. Vincent enjoyed being outdoors whether she was fishing, camping, tinkering around in her garden, or being outside with her plants. She liked shopping and going to flea markets. In addition, Mrs. Vincent was an avid reader, loved her family and dogs, and will...

Sep 8, 2022

Edith Wilson, of Philadelphia, PA, passed away Thursday, September 8, 2022, at the age of 87. Mrs. Wilson, affectionately known as “Bubbles”, loved her Irish heritage. She was a long-time resident of South Philadelphia where she attended St. Phillips School. Mrs. Wilson was widowed at the age of 27 and raised four boys by herself, all while working multiple...