Local obituaries for Newton County in Georgia.

Aug 3, 2020

Gary Edward Milligan, of Porterdale, passed away Monday, August 3, 2020, at the age of 59. Gary was known for being very personable. He was friendly and outgoing, and never met a stranger – everyone was his friend! Gary was a huge Atlanta Braves fan and enjoyed cheering them on. He had a sweet tooth for Reese’s Peanut Butter...

Aug 3, 2020

Dan Conley of Covington passed away Monday, August 3, 2020, at the age of 73. Mr. Conley proudly served his country in the United States Air Force and retired from AT&T after 33 years. Dedicated and faithful, he was a member of Canaan Baptist Church since 1991, where he was incredibly involved at - teaching Sunday School, Vacation Bible...

Aug 2, 2020

Anthony Mitchell, of Conyers, passed away Sunday, August 2, 2020, at the age of 21. Anthony was a tenderhearted and caring soul who had a genuine concern for the well-being of others. In his free time, he liked to be outside, and fishing was one of his favorite ways to enjoy nature. He was preceded in death by his...

Aug 2, 2020

David Robert Alvord, 59, of Conyers, GA, passed away on August 2, 2020.  David was a 1979 graduate of Solvay (NY) High School where he lettered in football and basketball.  After time in the U.S. Air Force, he received a degree in Landscape Architecture from SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry at Syracuse University.  David’s biggest passion was...

Aug 2, 2020

Peggy Clarke Dobbs, of Covington, passed away peacefully Sunday, August 2, 2020, at the age of 86, after a brief illness. Mrs. Dobbs grew up on a farm in Almon and was a member of Shiloh United Methodist Church. She attended the University of West Georgia on a 4-H scholarship and later graduated from Georgia State University. She married...

Jul 31, 2020

Annie Mae Callaway, of Social Circle, passed away Friday, July 31, 2020, at the age of 86. Upon accepting Christ as her Lord and Savior, Mrs. Callaway was baptized in the Alcovy River and throughout her days remained steadfast in her Christian faith. Equally important and central to her life was family. Mrs. Callaway and her loved ones were...

Jul 30, 2020

James “Jimmy” Adams, of Oxford, passed away Thursday, July 30, 2020, at the age of 53. Jimmy was many things – friendly, energetic, hard-working, and deeply compassionate, but it was his love of family that captured his true essence. In his role as a father and grandfather, Jimmy formed bonds and made memories that will last a lifetime. He...

Jul 30, 2020

Shirley “Vonnie” Crowe of Monroe, passed away Thursday, July 30, 2020, at the age of 70. Mrs. Crowe enjoyed working in her garden, canning, and was a wonderful cook and baker – she especially liked making her delicious banana pudding. She loved her family, grandchildren and church family dearly and will be missed by all who knew her. Mrs....

Jul 30, 2020

Amanda Louise Johnson, of Covington, passed away Thursday, July 30, 2020, at the age of 86. Mrs. Johnson was a caring nurse who worked alongside Dr. Callaway, in Covington, for many years. She was strong in spirit and passionate for family. Mrs. Johnson shared a genuine connection with her children and grandchildren and was the best version of herself...

Jul 26, 2020

Mr. Franklin Delano Aiken, age 87, of Oxford, passed away Sunday, July 26, 2020. Mr. Aiken graduated from Conyers High School in 1950 and received his Bachelor of Arts Degree from the University of the State of New York. He traveled extensively over the world both as a civilian and as a soldier in the military service. As a...

Jul 25, 2020

Doris L. Upton of Conyers, passed away Saturday, July 25, 2020, at the age of 84. Mrs. Upton was a longtime resident of Rockdale County, and a 1956 graduate of Orangeburg Regional Hospital Nursing School where she obtained a three-year Nursing Degree. In 1968, she and her family moved to Conyers where she was Head Registered Nurse at Newton...

Jul 24, 2020

Sybil S. Gibbs of Covington, passed away Friday, July 24, 2020, at the age of 93. Mrs. Gibbs was a lifelong member of North Covington United Methodist Church where she taught Sunday School. She was a dedicated worker with Belk Department store, City of Covington, City of Covington Police Department and Newton General Hospital where she was one of...

Jul 22, 2020

Hubert Lamar Townley, Jr., of Good Hope, passed away Wednesday, July 22, 2020, at the age of 57. Lamar, when he was physically able, was a supportive member of First Baptist Church of Loganville. Though he served in many capacities, it was his part in the live nativity, “Bethlehem”, that sparked true joy. In his youth, he achieved the...

Jul 21, 2020

Sara Garrett, of Barnesville, passed away July 21, 2020, at the age of 96. Mrs. Garrett’s tireless work ethic and love for family was apparent to anyone who knew her. She delighted in making memories with her loved ones and viewed any time spent with them a gift. Mrs. Garrett was a vital and active member of her community...

Jul 21, 2020

Ralph Kenneth Lee, Sr. of Conyers, passed away Tuesday, July 21, 2020, at the age of 76.

Survivors include his wife, Sue Lee; children and their spouses, Gina and Tim Bice, Ralph Lee, Jr., Brian and Sarah Jane Lee, grandchildren, Jeanne Casebolt, Justin Bice, Jason Bice, Micah Lee, Gwyneth Lee, Leighton Lee, step-children and their...

Jul 21, 2020

Kendra Slater, of Sugar Hill, GA, passed away Tuesday, July 21, 2020, at the age of 34. Kendra was a healing spiritual life coach to many. She handcrafted candles, necklaces, and cleansing soaps for her spiritual healing work, and with great success, sold these items from her online store. Kendra was preceded in death by her brother, Tyrone Slater....

Jul 21, 2020

Howard Hooten of Covington, passed away Tuesday, July 21, 2020, at the age of 80.  Mr. Hooten proudly served his country in the National Guard. He enjoyed spending his time at the home he built, front porch swinging and watching his favorite westerns with John Wayne and Clint Eastwood. For many years, Mr. Hooten was a painter before working...

Jul 18, 2020

James “Jim” N. Hollingsworth, of Conyers, passed away Saturday, July 18, 2020, at the age of 76. Jim spent most of his life as a resident of Conyers, GA. He was an educator with the Chatham County School System for nine years before he chose a different career path. Jim went to work for Gates Rubber Company...

Jul 17, 2020

Joseph Moore Lee, III, (Jodie Lee), passed away July 17, 2020. Jodie was a good, kind, loving and decent man whose life was defined by his selflessness and generosity. He was a native of Augusta, Georgia, and lived much of his life in Decatur, Georgia, and Covington, Georgia. Jodie was a member of Covington First United Methodist Church. He...

Jul 17, 2020

John F. Bertram, III, “Jack,” died peacefully at Northside Hospital on July 17, 2020, surrounded by his family, after a brave fight with cancer. Jack lived in Monroe, Georgia, with his wife of 25 years, Maxine Rithmire, after living in Dekalb and Gwinnett for decades.

Jack was a beloved husband, father, grandfather (“Papa Jack”), brother,...