Local obituaries for Newton County in Georgia.
Martha Blessett
May 17, 2021
Martha Blessett, of Raleigh, North Carolina, passed away Monday, May 17, 2021, at the age of 64. She was preceded in death by her parents, Gordon D. and Christine Tanner.
Survivors include her daughter and son-in-law, Jennifer and Kris Williamson; son, Joe Minix, Jr., and fiancé, Rhonda Gardner; grandchildren, Cameron, Caylee, Christine, Megan; sister, Jane Hudgins; brother,...
Robert "Pug" Waits
May 17, 2021
Robert “Pug” Waits, of Conyers, passed away Monday, May 17, 2021, at the age of 59. Mr. Waits worked at CMC Environmental Inc. He loved fishing. Mr. Waits also enjoyed playing poker, and trips to the flea market collecting “treasures”. He was also an avid gardener, specializing in growing vegetables. The ones that knew him best called him Pepaw;...
Steven Mcdonald
May 17, 2021
Steven McDonald, of Monroe, passed away Monday, May 17, 2021, at the age of 35. Employed by McDonald Welding, Steven was an excellent mechanic; he could build anything from a computer to a vehicle. He took great pride in his work, if he ever had a question, he found an answer for it. Additionally, he was a great negotiator...
Richard Eugene Brown
May 16, 2021
Richard Eugene Brown, of Covington, passed away Sunday, May 16, 2021, at the age of 84. He was born and raised in Atlanta but loved spending time in Wilkes Co. with his grandparents. Mr. Brown proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps for three years and retired from Bellsouth after many dedicated years. He was an...
Jeffrey Lane Richardson
May 15, 2021
Jeffrey Lane Richardson, of Oxford, passed away Saturday, May 15, 2021, at the age of 61. Jeff Richardson was a wonderful loving husband, an amazing dad and an awesome Grandpa. He was a very caring man that was a great provider and loved his family. He was a master of music and loved making his own playlist. Above all, ...
Joseph Eugene Coburn
May 14, 2021
Joseph Eugene Coburn, a long-time Covington resident, passed away Friday, May 14, 2021, at the age of 61. Mr. Coburn was talented mechanically with cars and served as owner and operator of United Muffler & Brake for over 20 years. He was a strong Christian and loved the Lord. Mr. Coburn was a funny guy, great story teller, and...
Betty Tant
May 13, 2021
Betty Tant, of Covington, passed away Thursday, May 13, 2021, at the age of 71. Mrs. Tant was a lifelong resident of Covington and was employed by Gates Rubber Company for 10 years. She enjoyed her days freshwater fishing where the fish were biting. Mrs. Tant will be remembered as a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She was preceded...
Edna Joyce Beasley
May 12, 2021
Edna Joyce Beasley, of Covington, passed away Wednesday, May 12, 2021, at the age of 72. Mrs. Beasley was a devout Christian, and member of East Newton Baptist Church. She carved out a career at Piedmont Molding for seventeen years and worked for Stanley Tools from 1997-2002. She loved working on her yard and her flowers. Additionally, she enjoyed...
Renee Hardegree
May 11, 2021
Renee Hardegree, of Covington, passed away Tuesday, May 11, 2021, at the age of 52. Ms. Hardegree had a strong personality; she was bold and determined and will be remembered for her love of Coca-Cola. Ms. Hardegree was preceded in death by her mother, Margaret Jeanette Bagley; father, Jackie Lanier Hardegree.
Those left to cherish her memory...
James Gunn
May 10, 2021
James Gunn, of Porterdale, passed away Monday, May 10, 2021, at the age of 74. James enjoyed attending local churches in Porterdale and was always the first to arrive for services. He loved walking the streets of Porterdale and talking to everyone, hanging out at the Salvation Army and Tava’s Diner, and collecting watches. In James’ spare time, he...
Earnest "Pete" Mask
May 7, 2021
Earnest “Pete” Mask, of Covington, passed away Friday, May 7, 2021, at the age of 89. Mr. Mask was a devout Christian and member of Gaithers Church. He was an avid outdoorsman, spending his time in the woods hunting or by the lake fishing. Mr. Mask was a loving husband and family man; he loved his children, grandchildren, and...
Doris Marie Collinsworth Cotton
May 7, 2021
Doris Marie Collinsworth Cotton, aged 90, of Covington, GA died peacefully of natural causes on May 7, 2021.
Doris was born July 19, 1930 in Paxton, FL to Walter and Rebecca Collinsworth. She was married to O’Neal Cotton for 53 years. They have 4 daughters: Becky Bolden (husband Steve Bolden); Cindy Bailey (husband Roy Bailey); Melanie Spikes...
Linda Lou Wood
May 7, 2021
Linda Lou Wood, of Covington, Georgia, passed away Thursday, May 6, 2021, at the age of 71. Born Friday, December 16, 1949, in Wisner, Louisiana, Mrs. Wood was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother who loved spending time with her family. Mrs. Wood liked to sew and was a seamstress for many years owning her own business and enjoyed...
Emmett Lee Chapman
May 5, 2021
Emmett Lee Chapman, of Porterdale, passed away Wednesday, May 5, 2021, at the age of 95. Born to the late Henry and Pearl (Thomason) Chapman, Mr. Chapman was one of 13 children, that have all passed except his sister, Mattie Cook. He was a lifelong resident of Porterdale where he worked at Bibb Manufacturer for over 40 years. In...
Arthur Bowers Barber
May 4, 2021
Arthur Bowers Barber, of Covington, passed away Tuesday, May 4, 2021, at the age of 77. Mr. Barber was a hardworking businessman; he painted houses, and everyone hired him. He was a selfless man and always took care of those in need with whatever was needed. Mr. Barber was a great handyman and loved the outdoors. He enjoyed gardening...
Dovie Joanne Moss
May 2, 2021
Dovie Joanne Moss, of Covington, passed away Sunday, May 2, 2021, at the age of 81. Mrs. Moss loved the Lord and delighted in attending church and listening to Southern Gospel music. She enjoyed spending time with her loved ones, cooking delicious meals for them and writing poetry about her family. Mrs. Moss was preceded in death by her...
Willie Jean Mitchell
May 2, 2021
Willie Jean Mitchell, of Jackson, passed away Sunday, May 2, 2021, at the age of 83. Mrs. Mitchell was a strong-willed woman who loved the Lord and never met a stranger. She was a hard worker and enjoyed making crafts at church. Mrs. Mitchell was always involved with her children and will be remembered as a wonderful wife, mother,...
Patsy Broadwell
Apr 30, 2021
On Friday, April 30, 2021, Patsy Broadwell left this world after a long struggle with Lewy body dementia. She was born in November of 1948, the daughter of Roy Dotson and Doris Batchelor Wilson of Milledgeville, Georgia. Patsy was a 1966 graduate of Baldwin County High School. She earned an Associate of Arts with honors from Reinhardt College where...
Mary Helen Hogan
Apr 28, 2021
Mary Helen Hogan, of Social Circle, passed away Wednesday, April 28, 2021, at the age of 88. Mrs. Hogan was a faithful member of First Baptist Church, in Social Circle, and worked for First National Bank for 26 years. She was married to love of her life, John, for 63 years and enjoyed traveling and listening to music. Mrs....
Baby Noah Kimbal Jackson
Apr 26, 2021
Baby Noah Kimbal Jackson, of Oxford, passed away Monday, April 26, 2021. Matthew 19:14 (ESV) 14 but Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me and do not hinder them, for to such belongs the kingdom of heaven.” Genesis 6:8 Noah found favor in the eyes of the Lord.
Those left to cherish his memory are...
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