Local obituaries for Newton County in Georgia.
Brenda A. Garner
Jul 19, 2019
Brenda A. Garner of Covington, passed away Friday, July 19, 2019, at the age of 73. Mrs. Garner taught at Tabernacle Christian School, but for most of her working career, she dedicated 28 years of service to K-Mart before retiring. In her spare time, she enjoyed flower gardening and reading romance and mystery novels. Mrs. Garner was known for getting...
Darran Chase
Jul 18, 2019
Darran Chase, of Dallas, GA, formerly of Conyers, passed away Thursday, July 18, 2019, at the age of 53. Darran was a 1983 graduate of Heritage High School and a longtime resident of Dallas, GA. He was a dedicated and loyal employee of Zep Chemical for over 30 years. Darran was an enthusiastic and passionate football fan, and his chosen...
Jane Hooper
Jul 18, 2019
Jane Hooper, of Covington, passed away Thursday, July 18, 2019, at the age of 81. Ms. Hooper was active in the life of her church, Newton Baptist, and was working with the children in Kid's Camp up until the time of her passing. She had a servant's heart and was happy any time she was volunteering and helping others. Ms....
William Trox Mooney
Jul 16, 2019
William Trox Mooney, of Oxford, passed away Tuesday, July 16, 2019, at the age 81. Mr. Mooney proudly served his country in the United States Army. He was an extraordinary and hardworking family man who immersed himself daily in God's Word and its teachings. Mr. Mooney was mechanically gifted and was known for his love of working on small engines....
Carrolyn Jean Miller
Jul 14, 2019
Carrolyn Jean Miller of Covington, passed away Sunday, July 14, 2019, at the age of 70. Mrs. Miller was a native of West Virginia before moving to Covington in 1982. She was an employee at Ingles for several years in Covington. A few of Mrs. Miller's favorite hobbies included watching NASCAR and traveling to Panama City Beach, Florida. She was...
Larry Hardegree
Jul 13, 2019
Larry Hardegree of Porterdale, passed away Saturday, July 13, 2019, at the age of 72. Mr. Hardegree retired from Bibb Manufacturing after 48 years of dedicated service. He enjoyed fishing, attending car shows and was an avid WWE Wrestling fan. Mr. Hardegree loved his family dearly. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jack and Lorene Hardegree; brother, Jackie...
Linda Sue Hendrix Cook
Jul 13, 2019
Linda Sue Hendrix Cook, 74, of Covington, Georgia, passed away July 13, 2019. Linda was born on May 30, 1945, in Metter, Georgia, to Garland Edenfield and Cliffer Collins Hendrix. She was raised in Metter, and after graduating from Metter High School, moved to Atlanta. Linda graduated from Georgia State University with an Accounting Degree. She spent most of her...
Andrew "Andy" Strauss
Jul 11, 2019
Andrew "Andy" Strauss, 42, departed this life on July 11, 2019. Andy, as most knew him, was born in Atlanta, Georgia, September 17, 1976, to John and Jenny Strauss. He spent his early childhood years in Covington, Georgia and later moved with his family to St. Simons Island, Georgia. He graduated from Glynn Academy High School in 1995. He spent...
Charles Winston Bone
Jul 10, 2019
Charles Winston Bone of Covington, passed away Wednesday, July 10, 2019, at the age of 75. Mr. Bone enjoyed hunting, fishing, reading, traveling to St. Simons and creating things with his hands. He loved spending time with his family and friends. Mr. Bone was preceded in death by his wife, Wanda Rebecca Bone, whom he cherished and adored; son, Eric...
Becky G. Mask
Jul 10, 2019
Becky G. Mask, of Covington, passed away Wednesday, July 10, 2019, at the age of 77. Although she was unable to attend church in person, Ms. Mask held true to her faith and was obedient to her Christian beliefs. Her daily life, her love of family and her selfless nature mirrored her core values and principles. Ms. Mask was preceded...
Usaf Lt. Colonel Thomas E. (Ret.) Brazil
Jul 8, 2019
USAF (Ret.) Lt. Colonel Thomas E. Brazil, of Newborn, passed away July 8, 2019, at the age of 80. Tom was a native Georgian, born in LaGrange and raised in Atlanta. He attended Atlanta public schools and graduated from Georgia Tech. Tom and his wife, Marene, had three children: Tom, Jr., a teacher in Douglas County; Barbara, a teacher in...
Neth D. (Ken) Allen
Jul 8, 2019
Kenneth D. (Ken) Allen of Oxford, passed away Monday, July 8, 2019, at the age of 76. Mr. Allen was a faithful member and trustee of New Life Baptist Church in Covington. For 30 years, he was a dedicated employee at Evans Tool & Die. A sports fanatic, Mr. Allen enjoyed coaching little league football and cheering for his favorite...
Elizabeth Norval Lee
Jul 2, 2019
Elizabeth Norval Lee, of Monticello, passed away Tuesday, July 2, 2019, at the age of 47. She was preceded in death by her parents, John Lewis and Norval N. (Ferchard) Lee. Elizabeth will be lovingly remembered by her sister, Donna Lindstrom; brothers, Adam Lobrano, Louis Lobrano; niece, Mia Lindstrom; and nephew, Justin Lindstrom. No services will be held at this...
Bryant Hedrick
Jul 2, 2019
Bryant Hedrick, age 45, of Covington, passed away Tuesday, July 2, 2019. As a veteran of the United States Army, Bryant served his country with immense pride and loyalty. He was a godly man who instilled in his daughters a love for Christ and a belief in core principles that aligned seamlessly with their faith. Bryant, though strong and stoic,...
Jean Stapp Renfroe
Jul 2, 2019
Jean Stapp Renfroe of Comer, passed away Tuesday, July 2, 2019, at the age of 67. Having come from a big family, Mrs. Renfroe had a genuine love of people and a special place in her heart for children. In her spare time, she enjoyed cross-stitching, reading and her favorite treat, pedicures. Mrs. Renfroe was preceded in death by her...
Ralph Gibson
Jun 30, 2019
Ralph Gibson, of Social Circle, passed away Sunday, June 30, 2019, at 83 years of age. Mr. Gibson proudly served his country in the U.S. Marine Corps. Additionally, he was a member of Conyers Christian Church and displayed his loving spirit as he spent time with his daughter and grandchildren. Mr. Gibson relaxed by watching westerns, Judge Judy, and Investigative...
June Sears Powell
Jun 28, 2019
June Sears Powell of Oxford, passed away Friday, June 28, 2019, at the age of 88. Mrs. Powell was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend. She was caring and devoted to her family, always putting others before herself. In Mrs. Powell's earlier years, she enjoyed fishing and gardening. She was preceded in death by her first husband of...
Dorothy Kite Higginbotham
Jun 28, 2019
Dorothy Kite Higginbotham of Covington, passed away Friday, June 28, 2019, at the age of 93. Mrs. Higginbotham attended services at The Baptist Tabernacle, where she was a devoted Christian, enjoyed teaching Sunday School classes and was known for bringing brownies every Sunday. In addition, she also attended services at Belmont Baptist and Trinity Baptist in Madison. Church was very...
Melvin E. Mitchell
Jun 28, 2019
Melvin E. Mitchell of Oxford, passed away Friday, June 28, 2019, at the age of 64. Melvin was a member of Gethsemane Baptist Church, in Conyers, where he attended services. A dedicated man, he worked for the Newton County Transportation Department for 34 years and was looking forward to retirement. Melvin enjoyed the outdoors, and in his younger years, he...
Hazel Robinson
Jun 28, 2019
Hazel Robinson of Conyers, passed away Friday, June 28, 2019, at the age of 86. Mrs. Robinson was a longtime member of Light of Calvary Baptist Church in Conyers. Her church congregation was amazing and was always good to her and her family. Mrs. Robinson enjoyed the outdoors, gardening, flowers and singing. She was very independent and active and delighted...
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