Local obituaries for Newton County in Georgia.
Dennis R. Lackey
Sep 7, 2019
Dennis R. Lackey of Covington, passed away Saturday, September 7, 2019, at the age of 72. Mr. Lackey proudly served our country in the United States Army during the Vietnam war. He was a member of Youth Baptist Church and enjoyed fishing in his spare time. He was preceded in death by his parents, Otis and Jane Lackey; sister, Molly...
James R. Collins
Sep 7, 2019
James R. Collins of Covington, passed away Saturday, September 7, 2019, at the age of 70. A former resident of Conyers, Mr. Collins enjoyed fishing, watching wrestling and the Andy Griffith show on television. He was a wonderful family man and especially loved his children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, Betty (Moon)...
Amanda Farrow
Sep 5, 2019
Amanda Farrow, of Newborn, passed away Thursday, September 5, 2019, at the age of 61. Though her life centered around family, Amanda shared a special bond with her grandchildren. She loved spending time with them - making lasting memories and showering them with affection. Amanda liked to read, and she enjoyed being outside taking care of her flowers. She was...
Ann Joyner
Sep 5, 2019
Ann Joyner, of Lithonia, passed away Thursday, September 5, 2019, at the age of 85. Mrs. Joyner was a graduate of Newton County High School, a lifelong member of Julia A. Porter United Methodist Church and was part of the United Methodist Church Women's Organization. She took pride in her job driving the special needs bus for DeKalb County where...
Jerry Obie Fuller "Toot-Toot"
Sep 4, 2019
Jerry Obie Fuller "Toot-Toot", of Porterdale, passed away Wednesday, September 4, 2019, at the age of 70. Mr. Fuller had a wonderful sense of humor. He enjoyed collecting all things that were antique and was a fan of NASCAR. Mr. Fuller loved his family dearly and will be remembered as a loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He was preceded...
Marion South
Sep 3, 2019
Marion South, of Covington, passed away Tuesday, September 3, 2019, at the age of 61. Marion was known for her caring demeanor and generous spirit. She adored her family, and time spent with her children and grandchildren brought her tremendous joy and filled her life with purpose. Social in nature, Marion loved interacting with the people she met while working...
Willie A. Moon
Sep 2, 2019
Willie A. Moon of Conyers, passed away Monday, September 2, 2019, at the age of 96. Mr. Moon proudly served his country in the United States Army during World War II. He was a member of Belmont Baptist Church and the owner of Emory Hills Barber Shop. Mr. Moon was an avid photographer, and in his earlier years, enjoyed woodworking....
Marie Cleghorn
Sep 1, 2019
Marie Cleghorn, of Conyers, passed away Sunday, September 1, 2019, at the age of 77. Gifted with a deep capacity to nurture and care for others, Mrs. Cleghorn was considered by many to be the "mom" of her community. She was preceded in death by her sons, Jerry Cleghorn, Jamie Cleghorn; as well as sister, Margie Wooten. Survivors include James...
John R. Davis,
Sep 1, 2019
John R. Davis, Jr., of Newnan, passed away September 1, 2019, at 53 years of age. John grew up in Riverdale but for the past 12 years he had made his home in Fairburn. He was a graduate of Clayton State College and enjoyed spending his spare time hunting and fishing. John was preceded in death by his father, John...
Jamie Cleghorn
Sep 1, 2019
Jamie Cleghorn of Conyers, passed away Sunday, September 1, 2019 at the age of 57. Known as a "country boy", Jamie enjoyed fishing, hunting, listening to classic rock and hanging out with his friends. He had a passion for cars - whether it was working on classics or watching NASCAR. Jamie will be remembered as a loving husband, father, grandfather...
John Wayne Mcclure
Aug 31, 2019
John Wayne McClure of Covington, passed away Saturday, August 31, 2019, at the age of 76. Mr. McClure was a member of First Baptist Church, in Covington, and the Lions Club where he served as president for one year. For many years, he worked in the men's department at Belk. Mr. McClure enjoyed reading, spending time at the senior center,...
James T. Marston
Aug 26, 2019
United States Army Colonel James T. Marston (Retired), of Social Circle, passed away Monday, August 26, 2019, at 76 years of age. COL Marston proudly served his country, for 37 years before retiring as Colonel in the Army, Army National Guard and Army Reserve. He was an active member of the First Baptist Church of Covington, where he taught Sunday...
Kathleen Nichols
Aug 25, 2019
Kathleen Nichols, of Mansfield, passed away Sunday, August 25, 2019, at the age of 67. Mrs. Nichols loved her family dearly and shared a special bond with her grandchildren while taking care of them. She was a fan of Gospel and country music and liked to dance. In Mrs. Nichols' free time, she enjoyed reading, watching the Hallmark channel, crocheting...
Tony Daniel
Aug 24, 2019
Tony Daniel of Covington, passed away Saturday August 24, 2019, at the age of 73. In Mr. Daniel's pastime, he enjoyed gardening - especially vegetables. He was an avid NASCAR fan and liked cheering on his favorite driver, Kyle Bush. Mr. Daniel will be remembered as a loving family man. He was preceded in death by his wife, Theresa Daniel;...
Charles S. Cook
Aug 21, 2019
Charles S. Cook of Covington, passed away Wednesday, August 21, 2019, at the age of 84. Mr. Cook loved his Lord first and his family second. He enjoyed the study of geology, traveling with his family and showing them the beauty that God made around the world. Mr. Cook shared a special bond with his grandchildren - he especially liked...
Dennis Jerry Clay, Sr.
Aug 20, 2019
Dennis Jerry Clay, Sr., of Covington, passed away Tuesday, August 20, 2019, at the age of 75. Mr. Clay proudly served his country in the United States Army for eight years and was a member of Stewart Baptist Church. In his younger days, he was a professional wrestler and was known as Jerry Valentine of the Valentine Brothers. Mr. Clay's...
Barbara L. Dillard
Aug 20, 2019
Barbara L. Dillard of Covington, passed away Tuesday, August 20, 2019, at the age of 61. Mrs. Dillard enjoyed jigsaw puzzles and loved horses. She will be remembered as a loving wife and mother. Mrs. Dillard is survived by her husband of 32 years, Kris Dillard; and brother, John Lavoie. A Memorial Service will be held at a later date.
James Walter Cox
Aug 19, 2019
James Walter Cox, of East Point, passed away Monday, August 19, 2019, at the age of 89. Mr. Cox was a veteran of both the United States Army and the United States Air Force. He honorably served his country for 16 years, and his tours of duty took him overseas where he served in the Korean Conflict and the Vietnam...
Frances Childers
Aug 18, 2019
Frances Childers of Covington, passed away Sunday, August 18, 2019, at the age of 97. Mrs. Childers lived in Decatur for many years where she worked for Sears and Roebuck, from 1947-1986, before retiring to Newton County. She was a member of Parkwood Hills Baptist Church in Decatur, since 1960, and a member of the Elks Lodge with her husband,...
Judy Delene Clark
Aug 17, 2019
Judy Delene Clark, of Monticello, passed away Saturday, August 17, 2019, at the age of 73. A supportive and faithful member of Higher Praise Tabernacle, Judy, in her daily life, demonstrated a strong commitment to family and a tireless work ethic. At home, she was at her best whenever she was cooking or baking, and she was known for her...
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