Local obituaries for Newton County in Georgia.

Oct 11, 2023

Albert Murray McClure was born September 24, 1922, in Newton County, Georgia to Jonathan Albert McClure and Mamie Olive Thompson. He attended schools in Newton County and was subsequently drafted into the U.S. Army in late 1944. He served in Germany unto the end of World War II in July 1945. He served in Battery A, 26 Field Artillery...

Oct 10, 2023

Donald “Don” Lewis Allen, of Covington, passed away Tuesday, October 10, 2023, at the age of 85. Don was a visionary and left his small town of Winder to take a job in Atlanta with AT&T. There he carved out a long and brilliant career where he worked tirelessly to achieve countless accomplishments, including earning the highest award for...

Oct 7, 2023

Gloria Ann Dougherty, age 81, of Conyers, Georgia went to be with our heavenly Father on Saturday, October 7, 2023. Gloria was born on April 8, 1942 to Ida Cooper Fortier and Wilbur Jerome Fortier of Detroit, Michigan. As a child, Gloria enjoyed taking ballet classes.

As an adult, Gloria enjoyed spending time with friends, reading, gardening,...

Oct 6, 2023

Nancy Lynn Petsko, of Covington, passed away Friday, October 6, 2023, at the age of 80. In between working hard and graduating from school, Mrs. Petsko helped raise all her siblings. She liked to cook, with her signature meal being “Sarmale” stuffed cabbage. Mrs. Petsko loved to travel with her husband in their motorhome all over the United States...

Oct 4, 2023

George Thomas Lazenby entered into his eternal rest on October 4, 2023. He was born on February 8, 1952, in Mansfield, Georgia. George worked on his family farm until he went to the University of Georgia to study finance. He graduated in 1972 and began working at Newton Federal Savings and Loan as a teller, eventually becoming President and...

Oct 4, 2023

Gregory Alan Davis, of Covington, passed away Wednesday, October 4, 2023, at the age of 60. Greg enjoyed fishing, horseback riding, and shooting. He especially loved amateur radio and was an Assistant Emergency Coordinator for Newton County ARES and a storm spotter for Sky Warn for the National Weather Service. His radio call sign was KI4NWD.

Survivors...

Oct 3, 2023

Robert Lee Hartline, Jr., of Luthersville, passed away Tuesday, October 3, 2023, at the age of 52. Robbie was a loyal and loving husband. He was always the life of the party, had an infectious laugh, a big heart, and was caring. Robbie enjoyed boating and fishing and especially loved Georgia football.

He was preceded in death...

Oct 2, 2023

Na’im Shakoor, of Monticello, passed away Monday, October 2, 2023, at the young age of 27. Na’im was God-fearing and loved his whole family, especially his wife, kids, and MaMa. Na’im had the most beautiful smile and gave the best hugs. If you were around him, he was always making everyone laugh. Na’im was a hard-working man and enjoyed...

Sep 30, 2023

James Randall “Randy” Clarke, of Covington, passed away Saturday, September 30, 2023, at the age of 78. Mr. Clarke served four years in the United States Airforce including deployment to Vietnam. He loved his job at Delta working on airplanes and the friends he made there who were like family. He enjoyed riding his tractor and working on his...

Sep 30, 2023

Irwin Dean Sorrow, of Covington, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Saturday, September 30, 2023, at 83 years of age. Mr. Sorrow, married to the love of his life, Mary Nell, for 64 years, was a godly husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He retired from Hercules, in Covington, and was a faithful member...

Sep 29, 2023

Kattie Mae Ellis, of Conyers, passed away Friday, September 29, 2023, at the age of 91. Kattie Mae Ellis, was the oldest of her siblings, leaving little time for formal education for herself. She later married twice, both marriages ended in divorce, leaving her the sole provider in raising her 9 children. She worked very hard picking cotton, harvesting...

Sep 29, 2023

Clara Mae Rutledge, of Covington, passed away Friday, September 29, 2023, at the age of 89. Mrs. Rutledge loved the Lord and going to gospel singing. She enjoyed going shopping and doing crafts. Additionally, Mrs. Rutledge was a phenomenal cook and appreciated the simple beauty of flowers. She was a loving mother that cherished her family immensely. Mrs. Rutledge...

Sep 28, 2023

Hilda Jean Adcock, of Covington, passed away Thursday, September 28, 2023, at the age of 78. Mrs. Adcock was a hard-working, strong lady who loved her family. She enjoyed traveling to the beach, taking yearly vacations and loved playing Bingo. Mrs. Adcock was preceded in death by her parents, John Nelson and Albertine Vanderslice; and siblings, Diane Nelson, Billy...

Sep 28, 2023

Wanda Heath Allen, of Covington, passed away Thursday, September 28, 2023, at the age of 63. Ms. Allen loved her family and grandchildren and was the family caretaker. She enjoyed watching cooking shows and cooking, being outside in her garden, and liked going on cruises, and traveling to the beach. Ms. Allen was preceded in death by her brothers,...

Sep 27, 2023

Margaret Wilene Shannon, of Covington, passed away Wednesday, September 27, 2023, at the age of 89. Mrs. Shannon was a member of Canaan Baptist Church for over 50 years. She loved her church and was very involved. Mrs. Shannon taught Sunday School classes, sang in the choir, and helped with the bus ministries. She worked for Georgia Power for...

Sep 24, 2023

Susie Evelyn Morgan, of Oxford, passed away Sunday, September 24, 2023, at the age of 85. Mrs. Morgan was employed by Farmers Furniture, where she worked for over 29 years. She was selfless in nature, kind, and caring. Mrs. Morgan enjoyed giving anyone a helping hand, never met a stranger, and was loved by everyone who had the pleasure...

Sep 23, 2023

Raymond Hinton Brown, Jr., “Buddy”, of Covington, passed away Saturday, September 23, 2023, at the age of 76. Buddy graduated from Morgan County High School in 1967. He loved his country and proudly served in the United States Coast Guard. Buddy was a Christian, loved his heavenly father, and served on different church committees throughout his life. He was...

Sep 20, 2023

Mr. Shane David Milligan, 52, passed into the loving arms of his Lord and Savior on September 20, 2023. Born on August 5, 1971, in Decatur, Georgia, Mr. Milligan grew up in the town of Redan. He was an athletic young man who enjoyed football as well as track and field. He graduated from Lithonia High School in 1989...

Sep 20, 2023

Elizabeth Poole Stephenson, of Social Circle, passed away Wednesday, September 20, 2023, at the age of 85. Mrs. Stephenson was a member of First Baptist Church of Social Circle where she attended Faith Sunday School Classes. In addition, she was a member of Deerelicts (John Deere Retirees), Covington Elkadettes, The Red Hat Society, and Social Circle Garden Club. In...

Sep 19, 2023

Shirley Gaynell Standridge, of Stockbridge, passed away Tuesday, September 19, 2023, at the age of 88. Mrs. Standridge was a great cook and baker and enjoyed hosting Thanksgiving and Christmas at her house. In her spare time, she liked taking trips to the mountains and spending time with her family whom she loved dearly. Mrs. Standridge was preceded in...