Local obituaries for Newton County in Georgia.
Sarah Ballard McCord
May 4, 2025
Sarah Ballard McCord, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on May 4, 2025, in her hometown of Covington, Georgia. She was born on August 18, 1935, in Covington, to George Ballard and Lillie Mae Head Ballard.
Sarah's life, rich in love and laughter, was surrounded by her family. She was preceded in death by her devoted...
Robert "Bob" Tomlin
May 3, 2025
Robert "Bob” Coleman Tomlin, age 66, passed away peacefully on May 3, 2025, in Walton County, Georgia, surrounded by the love of his family. Born in Atlanta, Georgia, on October 17, 1958, to Edgar and Lucille Kinard Tomlin, Bob grew up to embody the warmth and charm of his Southern roots. Known for his kind heart and optimistic spirit, Bob...
Ann Duncan
May 3, 2025
Ann Duncan, a beacon of love and faith, passed away peacefully on May 3rd, 2025, in Social Circle, Georgia, at the age of 85. Born on July 1st, 1939, in Decatur, Georgia, to David Edwin and Glennie Odessa Weldon, Ann was a woman whose presence was synonymous with kindness and generosity. Mary Ann's life was a testament to her unwavering...
Clara Mason Riley
Apr 30, 2025
Clara Mason Riley, of Oxford, passed away Wednesday, April 30, 2025, at the age of 84. Mrs. Riley, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family. She was known for her loving spirit, generous heart, and her deep love for the simple joys of life.
A talented seamstress, she spent many years working at Oxford...
Penny Lynette Foster
Apr 29, 2025
Penny Foster, of Covington, passed away Tuesday, April 29, 2025, at the age of 67. Mrs. Foster, a devoted nurse who served in the maternity ward, then to ER nurse, and finally to Charge nurse. She was known for her compassionate spirit, sharp mind, and unwavering dedication to helping others. A true servant at heart, she found great joy in...
Irby Kennedy
Apr 28, 2025
Irby Kennedy, Covington, passed away Monday, April 28, 2025, at the age of 48. Mr. Kennedy, one of the smartest and strongest people you could ever meet, passed away leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and hard work. A devoted husband of seven years and a proud father, his greatest joy was his family. He had a special talent...
Furman "Kippy" Clarke
Apr 20, 2025
Furman “Kippy” Clarke, of Covington, passed away, Sunday, April 20, 2025, at the age of 64. Mr. Clarke was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, leaving behind a legacy of strength, laughter, and love. A professional powerlifter from 1982 to 2005, Mr. Clarke broke world records, graced the pages of several top powerlifting magazines, and was honored with an...
Matthew Adam West
Apr 20, 2025
Matthew Adam West, of Oxford, passed away Sunday, April 20, 2025 at the age of 43. Matt was a humble, talented young man with the biggest heart in the world. He lived his life selflessly, always putting others before himself. A devoted dad, he was the kind of dad anyone would be lucky to have—and his own daddy was his...
Roger G. St. Clair
Apr 19, 2025
Roger G. St. Clair, of Social Circle, passed away at the age of 92. Mr. St. Clair was a devoted husband, beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend to all, leaving behind a legacy of love, service, and joy. Known for his warm spirit and infectious whistle, he never met a stranger and left a lasting impression on everyone he encountered.
He...
Robert "Robbie" Lee Pickens
Apr 16, 2025
Robert Lee Pickens (Robbie) was born October 9, 1964 to Mary and Robert Pickens of Stone Mountain, Georgia and passed away peacefully in his home on April 16, 2025.
The youngest of four, Robbie enjoyed a joyous and carefree childhood on the family’s DeKalb County homestead with sisters Connie, Janet, and Pennie.
Robbie was a beloved father to four children, grandfather of...
Arnold Levon Smith
Apr 14, 2025
Arnold Levon Smith, age 97, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones in Blairsville, Georgia on April 14, 2025. Born on August 14, 1927, in Anderson, Alabama (Lauderdale County), Arnold was the eldest son of Herbert Eugene Smith and Mamie Leo Patterson Smith. He is predeceased by his wife Dorothy, his parents, his sister Doris Willese McConnell, his brother Donald...
Helen Carter
Apr 13, 2025
Helen Carter, of Conyers, passed away Sunday, April 13, 2025, at the age of 82. Mrs. Carter was a devoted woman of faith, leaving behind a legacy of love, service, and dedication. She spent her life committed to her church, where she found purpose and community. A tireless worker, Mrs. Carter dedicated many years as a daycare teacher, nurturing and...
Miriam Marie Guest-Masdon
Apr 13, 2025
Miriam Marie Guest-Masdon, of Ellenwood, passed away Sunday, April 13, 2025, at the age of 95. Mrs. Masdon was a devoted Christian woman known for her strong convictions and kind heart. From a young age, she shared her love of music with others, playing the church organ at just 11 years old and later delighting in singing and humming throughout...
Vance Morris
Apr 12, 2025
Nancy "Vance" Morris, cherished teacher, loving family member, and lifelong lover of the outdoors, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 12th, 2025, in Covington, GA. Vance was born on Tuesday, January 4th, 1949, in Porterdale, Georgia, and spent her life enriching the lives of those around her. She was 76 years old.
Vance dedicated her career to education, imparting wisdom, kindness,...
Wayne King
Apr 10, 2025
Wayne King, a life-time resident, who truly loved his hometown of Covington, GA, passed away peacefully from this life on earth, to meet his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, on Thursday, April 10, 2025.
As Wayne journeyed in this life, he enjoyed being a part of Canaan Baptist Church and Newton Baptist Church. Church was important to him, and his friends...
Thomas Harold Davis
Apr 10, 2025
Thomas Harold Davis, of Covington, passed away, Thursday, April 10, 2025, at the age of 88. Mr. Davis was a devoted man of faith and strength who leaves behind a legacy of love, perseverance, and unwavering character. He found joy in singing Christian music and lifting up his voice in praise. He was very competitive at all games; bingo, Mexican...
Jerlene Kay Morrison
Apr 9, 2025
Jerlene Kay Morrison, age 84, passed away peacefully on April 9, 2025, in Covington, Georgia, surrounded by her family.
Born with a warm heart and a vibrant spirit, Jerlene never met a stranger. Her kindness, wit, and ability to strike up a conversation with anyone made her a treasured friend and confidante to many. She had a passion for flowers, a...
Charles Kenneth Brown
Apr 5, 2025
Affectionately known as “K.B.” or “Ken”
Charles Kenneth Brown, beloved husband, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away peacefully on April 5th, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, mentorship, and entrepreneurship. Born on April 11, 1939, in Haralson County, Georgia, Ken lived a full and generous life dedicated to family, service and community. He was a long-time resident of Roswell, Georgia,...
Rufus Richard Johnson
Apr 3, 2025
Rufus Richard Johnson, of Covington, passed away Thursday, April 3, 2025, at the age of 91. Mr. Johnson was a devoted husband, dedicated worker, and cherished member of the Apostolic Community Church for over 20 years. He was married to his beloved wife for 73 wonderful years and spent 35 years working faithfully at Warren Refrigeration. Known for his love...
James Lamar Harris
Mar 31, 2025
Like most people of his age, James Lamar Harris was born not in a hospital, but at home, in a house on Floyd Street, in Covington on November 10, 1933. Jim was the fourth of five children born to Erastus and Fanny Harris.
Jim enlisted in the Air Force at the age of 17. He would tell you that joining the...
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