Local obituaries for Newton County in Georgia.

Jerry Ward

Sep 17, 2018

Jerry Ward of Bluffton, South Carolina, passed away September 17, 2018, at the age of 74. Mr. Ward honorably served his country in the United States Army Reserves. He was a former member of Trinity Baptist Church in Conyers, Georgia. Mr. Ward was a member of the South Carolina Society of the Sons of the American Revolution, Dr. George Mosse...

Robert "Bobby" Heath

Sep 16, 2018

Robert "Bobby" Heath of Covington, passed away September 16, 2018, at the age of 24. Bobby attended Victory Baptist Church. Some of his favorite hobbies included hunting, fishing and playing video games. Bobby loved his family and will be remembered as a kind, outgoing and giving person. Survivors include his daughters, Kinlee Cronan, Serenity Grace; mother and step-father, Tammy and...

Lynn Anne Halstead Cockrum

Sep 15, 2018

Lynn Anne Halstead Cockrum of Covington, passed away September 15, 2018, at the age of 54. Lynn's life was a testimony of her love for family. She dedicated herself to ensuring that her husband and sons were happy and successful. Through her actions, Lynn demonstrated the beauty of a giving spirit and instilled that quality in her loved ones. She...

Paul Snellgrove

Sep 15, 2018

Paul Snellgrove of Social Circle, passed away Saturday, September 15, 2018, at the age of 69. Paul had a deep love for the Lord and was compelled to share that love with others. He was a man who genuinely cared for his children and grandchildren and spent time with them whenever possible. Paul also had a special place in his...

Emma Elizabeth Carlile

Sep 15, 2018

Emma Elizabeth Carlile, age 86, of Conyers, passed away Saturday, September 15, 2018. Mrs. Carlile was a dedicated and supportive mother and grandmother. She delighted in spending time with family and had a special relationship with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Simple pleasures appealed most to Mrs. Carlile; she liked to work in her flower garden, loved crocheting and sewing, and...

Billy Waters

Sep 13, 2018

Billy Waters of Covington, passed away September 13, 2018, at the age of 68. A veteran of the United States Army, Billy honorably served his country during the Vietnam War. Equipped with drive and determination, he put himself through college and graduated from John Marshall Law School in 1978. During his illustrious law career, he served as Juvenile Court judge...

Marguerite Le (Ceci) Mullins

Sep 13, 2018

Marguerite Cecile (Ceci) Mullins of Covington, passed away September 13, 2018, at the age of 74. After graduating high school, Mrs. Mullins started her college career at Freed-Hardeman University. From there, she attended Middle Tennessee State University before obtaining her master's degree from the University of Alabama. An educator for 33 years, she taught at numerous schools throughout her career:...

Bob Schoenfeld

Sep 13, 2018

Bob Schoenfeld of Mansfield, passed away September 13, 2018 at the age of 81. Mr. Schoenfeld retired from Chanel 11 as an Electrical Engineer. He enjoyed reading in his pastime. Mr. Schoenfeld will be remembered as a loving husband. He was preceded in death by his parents, Fred and Martha Schoenfeld. Survivors include his wife, Fontainne W. Schoenfeld; daughter, Alicia;...

Lana Tedstone Pucko

Sep 6, 2018

Lana Tedstone Pucko of McDonough, passed away September 6, 2018, at the age of 66. Lana was a dedicated wife, mother and grandmother. She adored her grandchildren and made a special effort to build strong connections with each one. With her infectious humor and social nature, Lana was always the center of attention whenever friends and family gathered. She was...

Barbara Sue Sirmans

Sep 2, 2018

Barbara Sue Sirmans, age 72, of McDonough, passed away Sunday, September 2, 2018. Mrs. Sirmans loved socializing with family and friends and enjoyed traveling - her favorite destinations were the beach and mountains. She was preceded in death by her husband, James Glenn Sirmans; parents, Robert L. and Lucy Thelma Stallings; and sister, Betty Lester. Survivors include her daughter and...

Freddie Leatherwood

Sep 2, 2018

Freddie Leatherwood of Oxford, passed away September 2, 2018, at the age of 64. Freddie's passion was anything with four wheels, an engine, dealt with speed and defied death! He painted Fred Neely's race boat and was part of the boat crew. Freddie enjoyed weekend golfing, and hunting with his brother when he was younger. In addition, he was a...

Sylvia Miller

Sep 1, 2018

Sylvia Miller, age 72, of McDonough, passed away Saturday, September 1, 2018. Mrs. Miller was a longtime member of Zion Baptist Church, in Covington. Although she delighted in activities such as cooking, baking, sewing and traveling, her priority was spending quality time with family. Mrs. Miller's loved ones will remember her as a loving wife and a dedicated mother and...

Mary Helen Beasley

Aug 30, 2018

Mary Helen Beasley of Covington, passed away August 30, 2018, at the age of 80. Mrs. Beasley enjoyed going to church, and she especially liked working with the Children's Ministry. She was known for making wonderful meals for her family and shared a special bond with her grandchildren. Mrs. Beasley was preceded in death by her husband of 50 years,...

Judy Cerda

Aug 30, 2018

Judy Cerda, age 26, of Conyers, passed away Thursday, August 30, 2018. Gifted with a caring and compassionate heart, Judy had a deep capacity to love and was capable of always seeing the good in others. Her child-like spirit and willingness to trust endeared her to family and friends. Judy liked looking at the moon and was a fan of...

Eric Unger

Aug 26, 2018

Eric Unger of Covington, passed away August 26, 2018, at the age of 94. Eric and Rita, his wife of 63 years, were German immigrants who migrated to the United States to raise a family. The family lived for a short time in Cincinnati before settling in Newton County. Eric worked at and retired from MacGregor in Covington and Albany,...

Pat Cardwell

Aug 26, 2018

Pat Cardwell of Covington, passed away August 26, 2018, at the age of 84. A faithful member of Solid Rock Baptist Church, Mrs. Cardwell was a frequent volunteer at Willing Helpers Food Bank and Willing Helpers Medical Clinic, where she was able to use her gift of encouraging others. Mrs. Cardwell also enjoyed crocheting. She loved her family and friends...

James C. (Jammy) Deadwyler

Aug 24, 2018

James "Jammy" Deadwyler of Covington, passed away August 24, 2018, at the age of 60. Jammy was a member of First Baptist Church of Covington. He was a hardworking, soft spoken man who went above and beyond for his customers and his friends. Jammy was a man of integrity and was always honest when dealing with his customers through his...

Sam Mask

Aug 23, 2018

Sam Mask, age 92, of Covington, passed away August 23, 2018. Mr. Mask honorably served his country with the United States Navy during World War II. For over 70 years, he was an active and faithful member of Lovejoy United Methodist Church where he served in various roles. In addition to teaching Sunday School classes, he shared his gift of...

Barbara Jane (Mamaw) Lyle

Aug 21, 2018

Barbara Jane Lyle (Mamaw) passed away Tuesday, August 21, 2018, at the age of 85, surrounded by her family. She was preceded in death by her husband, Sheridan Sidney Lyle; father, Simon Haun; mother, Jessie Haun Donahue; and daughter-in-law, Diane Haun. She is survived her sons, Donnie (Gail) Lyle, Danny (Penny) Haun, Ricky Haun; daughters, Cathy (Randall) Becknell, Sandy (David)...

Jaxon James Bunn

Aug 20, 2018

Jaxon James Bunn, infant son of David Bunn, Jr., and Chantay Brown, entered into rest, August 20, 2018. A Graveside Service for Infant Jaxon will be held Friday, August 24, 2018, 11:00 A.M., at Salem United Methodist Church Cemetery, 3962 Salem Road, in Covington, with Don Day officiating. Graveside Service

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