Local obituaries for Newton County in Georgia.

Dec 19, 2020

Robert “Bobby” Clayton Davis, age 87, of McDonough, passed away Saturday, December 19, 2020. Bobby had a genuine desire to keep life simple. He filled his days with things that sparked joy, which for him meant hitting the greens to play a round of golf or watching his grandchildren play their favorite sport. He was preceded in death by...

Dec 18, 2020

It is with great sadness that the family of Loretta, known to family & friends as Gail Byrum, announces her passing on Friday, December 18, 2020, at the age of 62. Gail will be lovingly remembered by her husband of 26 years, Kim, and their children, Jason (Meredith) Ergle, Jesse, and Casey. Gail will also be fondly remembered by...

Dec 18, 2020

Russell Daniel Armistead, of Covington, passed away Friday, December 18, 2020, at the age of 92. Mr. Armistead, a loyal patriot, had a remarkable military career that spanned over 30 years. He began as a soldier in the United States Army and valiantly served during the Korean Conflict. Mr. Armistead eventually transferred to civilian service and retired as an...

Dec 17, 2020

Betty Singleton Ellis went to Heaven on Thursday, December 17, 2020, at the age of 93.  She had a wonderful life for 68 years with her dear husband, Charles.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles in 2004, and her son, Paul in 2017.

For the last 60 years Betty had lived in Covington, but...

Dec 17, 2020

Freddie Pfeiffer, of Newborn, passed away Thursday, December 17, 2020, at the age of 68. In a seamless connection between work and passions, Freddie earned a living in the automotive industry and he was a classic car enthusiast. He pursued a side venture in the restaurant business and once owned and operated the Pony Express Diner in Mansfield. All...

Dec 17, 2020

Heikki “Pappy” Siren, of Conyers, passed away Thursday, December 17, 2020, at the age of 74. Mr. Siren honorably fulfilled his duties as a seaman in the United States Navy. Known with great affection as “Pappy”, he shared his zest for life with those in his close-knit family. Mr. Siren was an enthusiastic cook whose smoked chicken wings and...

Dec 14, 2020

Lester McCampbell, of Covington, passed away Monday, December 14, 2020, at the age of 94. Mr. McCampbell constructed a life that centered around his immeasurable love for family. He took pride in sharing his wisdom with his beloved grandchildren – teaching them the value of hard work and discipline. Mr. McCampbell was a veteran of the United...

Dec 12, 2020

Ronald Dalton, of Covington, passed away Saturday, December 12, 2020 at the age of 78. Mr. Dalton was a kind, generous man who made friends with everyone and was a blessing to those who were honored to know him. He was hardworking and dedicated to his family whom he loved dearly – especially his grandchildren that he shared a...

Dec 11, 2020

Judy Ann Ethridge, of Mansfield, passed away Friday, December 11, 2020, at the age of 79. Mrs. Ethridge was a member of the Mansfield Senior Center. In her spare time, she enjoyed fishing, working crossword puzzles and word find puzzles. Mrs. Ethridge will be lovingly remembered as a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She was preceded in death...

Dec 11, 2020

Clarence E. McSwain, of Conyers, passed away Friday, December 11, 2020, at the age of 88. Mr. McSwain was a faithful servant of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. He faithfully taught Sunday School, served in the prison ministry, sang in the choir, drove for the bus ministry, and was a highly active member of The Gideon International. Mr....

Dec 9, 2020

Daniel Curtis Chapman, Jr., of Covington, passed away Wednesday, December 9, 2020, at the age of 82. Mr. Chapman was a native of Darien, Georgia, and resided in Madison for many years. A retired Real Estate developer, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, and playing card games in his spare time. Mr. Chapman was preceded in death by his parents, Daniel...

Dec 7, 2020

Rosie Colburn of Covington passed away Monday, December 7, 2020, at the age of 40. Rosie was very loving and a wonderful daughter to her mother, Mary. Though she was known by her family and friends as being very opinionated and speaking what was on her mind, she loved her family dearly. Rosie enjoyed the art of tattoos and...

Dec 6, 2020

Melvin Huff, Sr., of Sharpsburg, passed away December 6, 2020, at the age of 79. Mr. Huff had a tireless work ethic and started his career in the lighting industry with Lithonia Lighting. He went on to work for and subsequently retired from Cooper Lighting, which had locations in both Americus and Peachtree City. Mr. Huff grew up in...

Dec 6, 2020

Elizabeth “Betsy” Boden McGehee, 81, a woman of quick wit, sharp tongue and generous spirit, died peacefully of complications from covid-19 and COPD at her home at The Oaks at Ashton Hills in Covington, Ga., on Dec. 6, 2020.

Betsy was born to Elizabeth Hathhorn Boden and William Tenent Boden Jr. on Sept. 22, 1939,...

Dec 6, 2020

Lonnie Humphries, of Oxford, passed away Sunday, December 6, 2020, at the age of 81. Trusted friend, attentive family man, socially engaging, authentic…terms of endearment that captured the true spirit of Mr. Humphries. He had a gift for holding great conversations, liked to tinker with cars, and rarely missed the chance to watch his granddaughter ride horses. Other things...

Dec 5, 2020

Timothy Ray Mask, of Covington, passed away Saturday, December 5, 2020, at the age of 60.

A Funeral Service to honor Timothy will be held Tuesday, December 8, 2020, 11:00 A.M., at the Chapel of Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road, in Covington, with interment following in Lawnwood Memorial Park in Covington. Friends are invited...

Dec 5, 2020

Jerry T. Davis, Sr., of Conyers, passed away Saturday, December 5, 2020, at the age of 71. Mr. Davis was retired from ABF Trucking and a veteran of the United States Army who valiantly served his country during the Vietnam War. He was a member of Zion Baptist Church, and in keeping with his nature to serve others, he...

Dec 4, 2020

Patricia Louise Royal, of Laurel, Mississippi, passed away on Friday, December 4, 2020, at the age of 78. Mrs. Royal was a caring family woman and a member of Christian Valley Missionary Baptist Church in Laurel, MS. Patricia was born and raised in Laurel, Mississippi, the daughter and only child of Lemuel and Gabriella Thigpen. She was a Classically...

Nov 30, 2020

Emmie Stewart Carlton Johnson, 91, died peacefully at home the afternoon of Monday, November 30, 2020, one block from her birthplace in Oxford, Georgia.  The daughter of educators Professor W. A. ¨Squire¨ Carlton and Annie Lou Bartlett Carlton, her early life was part of the close faculty community at what is now called Oxford College of Emory University.  She...

Nov 29, 2020

Ray Cargile, passed away Sunday, November 29, 2020, at the age of 89. Mr. Cargile valiantly served his country in the United States Army during the Korean War where he served as a tank commander. He was a member of Baptist Tabernacle and retired from Kliklok Corporation after a dedicated 36 years as a welder. Mr. Cargile enjoyed flower...