Local obituaries for Newton County in Georgia.

Amy Dimsdale
Nov 26, 2019
Amy Dimsdale, of Covington, passed away Tuesday, November 26, 2019, at 49 years of age. After graduating Newton County High School, Amy's ambition and drive led her to Artistic Beauty College, in Conyers, where she explored her creative side. To allow for various opportunities in the work force, she then attended classes at DeKalb Tech. Amy was outgoing and social,...

Holly Berg Casey
Nov 25, 2019
Holly Berg Casey of Covington, passed away Monday, November 25, 2019, at the age of 76. Mrs. Casey enjoyed being outdoors and traveling to different countries. One of her early hobbies led her to meet her husband, Ed, which was racing Porsches, while living in Boston. Mrs. Casey also enjoyed showing Appaloosa and Quarter horses. Ed and Holly also enjoyed...

Horace Wayne Williams "Wig"
Nov 25, 2019
Horace Wayne Williams "Wig" of Covington, passed away Monday, November 25, 2019, at the age of 66. First and foremost, Mr. Williams was loved dearly by his friends and family. A longtime resident of Newton County, he was known for his unique sense of humor and his love for football - especially the Georgia Bulldogs. Mr. Williams was preceded in...
Marcus "Mark" Hudson
Nov 24, 2019
Marcus "Mark" Hudson, of Rutledge, passed away Sunday, November 24, 2019, at 62 years of age. Mark had many interests and hobbies, most of which demonstrated his desire to be both outside and working with his hands. He was an outdoorsman who enjoyed fishing and hunting, and his passion for hunting crows earned him the nickname, "Crow Man". Mark liked...
Doris Messick
Nov 23, 2019
Doris Messick, of Covington, passed away Saturday, November 23, 2019, at 84 years of age. A true example of a Christian woman, Mrs. Messick's daily life spoke to her deep faith in God. She was a supportive and vital member of Full Gospel Holiness Church, in Walnut Grove, and was a past member of the Richlands Tabernacle before moving to...

Willie Kirk Watkins
Nov 21, 2019
Willie Kirk Watkins, of Covington, passed away Thursday, November 21, 2019, at 87 years of age. Mr. Watkins honorably served his country in the United States Navy. A faithful member at The Church of Covington, he delighted in worshipping alongside his brother and sisters in Christ. After his retirement from Scientific Atlanta, Mr. Watkins pursued his passion for farming and...

Beverly Gail Brown
Nov 21, 2019
Beverly Gail Brown, of Monroe, passed away Thursday, November 21, 2019, at 74 years of age. No services are scheduled at this time.

Rev. Mister Thomas J. Metzger
Nov 21, 2019
Rev. Mister Thomas J. Metzger of Mansfield, passed away Thursday, November 21, 2019, at the age of 67. He was preceded in death by his parents, Phillip and Dolly (Finn) Metzger; sister, Rebecca Zimmer. Survivors include his loving wife, Barbara Metzger; daughter, Melissa Cannon; son, Jason Metzger; grandchildren, Bronwen Wilson and husband, Austin, Mack, Joseph, Rose, Cora, Bishop Cannon; great-grandchildren,...

Sybil Sheppard
Nov 21, 2019
Sybil Sheppard, of Newborn, passed away Thursday, November 21, 2019, at 80 years of age. Mrs. Sheppard was a longtime and faithful member of Mountain View Baptist Church in Stone Mountain. She was gifted with a bright mind and an inclination to work hard. Mrs. Sheppard was a member of both the National Honor Society and the Beta Club. She...
Carl Marchant
Nov 18, 2019
Carl Marchant, of Griffin, passed away Monday, November 18, 2019, at 72 years of age. A graduate of Tifton County High School, Mr. Marchant never met a stranger and believed in living life to the fullest. He was preceded in death by his parents, William David and Annie Laurie Marchant; as well as brother-in-law, Richard McMillian. Those left to cherish...

Harry Q. Davis,, (Ret) Col Jr.
Nov 17, 2019
Harry Q. Davis, Jr., COL (RET), US Army, 92, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend, died peacefully, Sunday, November 17, 2019. He was born on the family farm in Newton County, April 1927, to Harry Quigg and Agnus McClure Davis. Upon graduation from Covington High School in 1944, he entered the Navy, serving during WWII as a submariner in...
Johnny Alan Dunn
Nov 16, 2019
WOW!! He was a wonderful father, son, brother, grandfather, uncle, nephew, cousin and friend. With great sorrow, the family of Johnny Alan Dunn, announces his passing on November 16, 2019. Johnny was born in Atlanta, Georgia, December 3, 1952, to Helen and Barry Dunn. He grew up in Decatur, Georgia, where he played baseball and football at Midway Ballpark as...

Warren David "Dee" Gibbs
Nov 13, 2019
Warren David "Dee" Gibbs, age 91, resident of Somerville, Tennessee and husband of the late Jimmie Lou Gibbs, departed this life Wednesday morning, November 13, 2019. Graveside Services with Military Honors for Mr. Gibbs will be held at 2 P.M. Saturday, November 16, 2019 at Lawnwood Memorial Park in Covington, Georgia. Arrangements will be provided by Peebles Fayette County Funeral...
Isabelle Adams Avery
Nov 10, 2019
Isabelle Adams Avery, of Covington, passed away Sunday, November 10, 2019, at 88 years of age. She was a member of Eastridge Community Church, where she enjoyed fellowship with her church family and volunteering as needed. Mrs. Avery was preceded in death by her husband, Norman Stewart Avery; parents, Clarence Paul and Dessa (Edwards) Adams; brothers, Herman Adams, J.W. Adams,...

Frankie "Tiny" Blackwell
Nov 8, 2019
Frankie "Tiny" Blackwell, of Conyers, passed away Friday, November 8, 2019, at 87 years of age. Mrs. Blackwell was a God-fearing woman and the leader of her family. She had a feisty spirit which she drew strength from whenever life presented her with a challenge. Mrs. Blackwell will be remembered for her loving demeanor and her willingness to offer support...

Milton Rudolph Leroy
Nov 7, 2019
Milton Rudolph LeRoy of Covington, passed away Thursday, November 7, 2019, at the age of 91. Mr. LeRoy, a corporal in the United States Army, proudly served his country in World War II and Korea. In addition to being an ordained deacon for 50 plus years, he was active in the life of his church, Zion Baptist, in Covington; he...
Barbara Stowe Mitchell
Nov 5, 2019
Barbara Stowe Mitchell of Covington, passed away Tuesday, November 5, 2019, at the age of 83. Mrs. Mitchell faithfully attended Newton Baptist Church where she was a member of the Ambassadors Sunday School Class. In her spare time, she enjoyed sewing, reading, cooking and working puzzles. Mrs. Mitchell loved her family and others unconditionally - especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren....
Eloise Martin
Nov 3, 2019
Eloise Martin, of Covington, passed away Sunday, November 3, 2019, at 89 years of age. Mrs. Martin was known for being stern, yet caring, and her heart was open to giving without expectations and loving unconditionally. She happily shared her life experience and wisdom with others, and she naturally took on the role of mother to those that needed support...
Jackie E. Dunn
Nov 3, 2019
Jackie E. Dunn, Sr., of Oxford, passed away November 3, 2019, at the age of 76. Mr. Dunn was a member of the Apostolic Tabernacle in Jonesboro. In his spare time, he was an avid golfer and held a three holes-in-one record. Mr. Dunn enjoyed helping others and cooking, often making his shrimp dinner and inviting everyone from his church....
Roxanne Morkved (Roxi) Hall
Oct 30, 2019
Roxanne (Roxi) Morkved Hall of Covington, passed away Wednesday, October 30, 2019, at the age of 61. Roxi was the founder of the Ride for Roxy Foundation. She enjoyed camping, crocheting, riding motorcycles and was a part of a dart league. Always the life of the party, she will be missed by all who knew her and will be remembered...
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