Local obituaries for Newton County in Georgia.
Beverly Diane White
May 4, 2020
Beverly Diane White of Social Circle, passed away Monday, May 4, 2020, at the age of 71. Mrs. White was a member of Central Community Church in Covington. For many years, she worked as a beautician and took great pride in serving her devoted clients. In her spare time, Mrs. White enjoyed the simple things in life such as reading...
Catharine Mayes
May 4, 2020
Catharine Mayes, of Covington, passed away Monday, May 4, 2020, at the age 77. Of the Baptist faith, Mrs. Mayes was the best version of herself when surrounded by her loved ones. Ever-present and always on display was her devotion to family, and both her grandson, Christopher and great-grandson, Austin, held a special place in her heart. Mrs. Mayes' interests...
Cal Felix
May 4, 2020
Cal Felix, retired AT&T Technical Support Manager and resident of Covington, Georgia, passed away May 4, 2020, at the age of 86. Cal was born in Tucson, Arizona, July 29, 1933, to Calistro Sr., and Elena M. Felix. Cal attended the University of Arizona on a baseball scholarship and played semi-pro baseball. He was a proud veteran of the United...
Ronald David Massey
May 3, 2020
After many years of bravely battling health issues, Ronald David Massey, age 73, of Covington, passed away Sunday, May 3, 2020. No services will be held at this time.
Clyde James Cole, Jr.
May 3, 2020
Clyde James Cole, Jr. of Milledgeville, passed away Sunday, May 3, 2020, at the age of 86. Born and raised in Wadesboro, North Carolina, Mr. Cole Proudly served his country in the United States Air Force, in Korea, and was an iron worker for many years. He enjoyed being outdoors whether it was fishing or hunting and was an avid...
Carlton Mccain
May 2, 2020
Carlton McCain of Covington, passed away Saturday, May 2, 2020, at the age of 80. Mr. McCain proudly served his country in the United States Navy. A dedicated man, he retired from Bellsouth as an electrical engineer, after many years, and was a Mason at the Lovejoy Lodge. Mr. McCain was of the Baptist faith and enjoyed gardening and collecting...
Stephen Wayne Norman
May 2, 2020
Stephen Wayne Norman of Newborn, passed away Saturday, May 2, 2020, at the age of 72. Mr. Norman was a 1965 graduate of Newton County High School where he played both baseball and football. He attended Middle Georgia College, from 1966-1967, before transferring to the University of West Georgia where he graduated in 1970. Following graduation, Mr. Norman began his...
Robert Wayne Ellis
May 1, 2020
Robert Wayne Ellis of Oxford, passed away Friday, May 1, 2020, at the age of 76. Mr. Ellis Proudly served his country in the United States Army Reserves. Strong in his faith, he was a longtime member of Macedonia Baptist Church, in Oxford and was the proud owner and operator of Ellis Masonry. Mr. Ellis enjoyed trout fishing in the...
Shellie H. Smith
Apr 29, 2020
Shellie H. Smith, of Conyers, passed away Wednesday, April 29, 2020, at the age of 88. Mr. Smith was a longtime member of Bethel Christian Church in Conyers and the founding member of Conyers Christian Church. As the proud owner and operator of Smith Gutter Works, he worked diligently to provide for his family. In his free time, Mr. Smith...
Peggy Ann Mcdowell
Apr 27, 2020
Peggy Ann J. McDowell, of Monticello, passed away Monday, April 27, 2020, at the age of 72. Mrs. McDowell was a native of Temple, GA, and a resident of Monticello for twenty-five years. She attended worship at New Praise Center in Covington. Mrs. McDowell had a drive for hard work and a passion for arts and crafts; woodworking was her...
Ralph J. Lumpkin
Apr 26, 2020
Ralph J. Lumpkin, of Covington, passed away Sunday, April 26, at the age of 85 and was happily reunited in heaven with his wife of sixty-seven years, Barbara Jean Lumpkin. Mr. Lumpkin was a native of Heflin, AL, and a supportive member of Solid Rock Baptist Church in Covington. He dedicated forty-one years to Blue Mountain Industries in Anniston, AL,...
Pat Woodall
Apr 25, 2020
Pat Woodall, of Mansfield, passed away Saturday, April 25, 2020, at the age of 75. Few things in life were as important to Mrs. Woodall as family. Her heart was made for nurturing and her role as a caring and attentive family woman satisfied her soul and gave her purpose. Mrs. Woodall enjoyed a variety of hobbies including sewing, fishing,...
Edward M. Pucko, Jr.
Apr 19, 2020
Edward M. Pucko, Jr. passed away peacefully on April 19, 2020, at his home in Smoke Rise, GA. He was born in Miami, FL and graduated from the University of Miami with a degree in Electrical Engineering. Ed began his career with Southern Bell in Miami and later transferred to Atlanta where he continued his career with the company as...
Harriett Harman Kitchens
Apr 18, 2020
With great sorrow, the family of Harriett Harman Kitchens, announces her passing on April 18, 2020, at her home in North Covington. She was almost 87 years old. Harriett Harman was the youngest of four children. She was raised by her mother, Mary Jo Harper Harman, and her stepfather, Firth Harman, in the Rivers Hill community between North Covington and...
Brenda Kitchens Jenkins
Apr 17, 2020
Brenda Kitchens Jenkins of Covington, passed away Friday, April 17, 2020, at the age of 70. Mrs. Jenkins enjoyed traveling with her husband to the mountains and going to yard sales. She loved her family dearly and will be remembered as a loving mother and grandmother. Mrs. Jenkins was preceded in death by her parents, W.H. and Louise Kitchens; and...
Frances Lee Bennett
Apr 16, 2020
Frances Lee Bennett of Covington, passed away Thursday, April 16, 2020, at the age of 87. Mrs. Bennett was a faithful member of Canaan Baptist Church. After Retiring from Mobil Chemical Company, she enjoyed gardening and working in the yard in her free time. Mrs. Bennett was a loving mother and grandmother and adored the time she spent with her...
Raymon Ellis
Apr 15, 2020
Raymon Ellis, of Oxford, passed away Wednesday, April 15, 2020, at the age of 75. Raymon was a skilled carpenter who worked for himself. He knew the importance of a job well-done, and he worked tirelessly to provide for his family. Raymon was warmhearted and giving in nature, so much so, that helping others seemed to be his calling in...
Mary Ann Mooney
Apr 13, 2020
Mary Ann Mooney, of Oxford, passed away Monday, April 13, 2020, at the age of 77. Mrs. Mooney was a faithful member of The Baptist Tabernacle in Covington. As a caring and thoughtful family woman, her capacity to love was abundant and knew no limitations. Mrs. Mooney was also known for a strong work ethic that was demonstrated in all...
James T. "Jimmy" Williams
Apr 10, 2020
James T. "Jimmy" Williams, of Oxford, passed away Friday, April 10, 2020, at the age of 84. Mr. Williams was a resident of Oxford for over fifty years before health concerns required him, and his wife, Martha, to relocate with family. He was a graduate of Berry College, in Rome, GA, and a vital and integral member of the Covington...
Scott Flory
Apr 9, 2020
Scott Flory, age 77, of Social Circle, passed away Thursday, April 9, 2020. As a proud soldier in the United States Army, Mr. Flory served his country during the Vietnam War. He applied the skills earned during his tour - hard work, loyalty and dedication - to many aspects of his daily life. In the span of 30 years, he...
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