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Obit - Linus Daniel Miller

Linus Daniel Miller of Conyers, passed away February 26, 2013, at the age of 68. He was a graphic artist, and worked at several local printing shops for the last 40 years. Mr. Miller was a member of the Masonic Lodge, past president of Georgia Highway 20 Coalition, and active in his Homeowners Association. He enjoyed NASCAR and working on cars. Mr. Miller loved his family, and will be greatly missed by all who knew him. He was preceded in death by his father, Louis D. Miller.

 

Survivors include his wife, Barbara Miller; daughter and son-in-law, Stephanie and Tony DeMaria of Cumming; son and daughter-in-law, Aaron and Lauren Miller of Covington; grandchildren, Kaitlyn Mathis, Anthony DeMaria, Kourtney Mathis, Christopher DeMaria, Natalie DeMaria; mother, Betty Miller of Cayuga, IN; sister and brother-in-law, Donna and Robert Morgan of Newport, IN; several nieces and nephews.

 

A Memorial Service will be held at a later date.

Obit - Gus Christian, Jr.

GUS CHRISTIAN, JR.

Gus Christian, Jr. passed away February 27, 2013, at his home in Covington.  He was 85 years of age at the time of his death.  Mr. Christian loved his family.  He enjoyed fishing, hunting, playing pool, card games, and woodworking.  Mr. Christian was preceded in death by his wife, Sally Mae (Smithwick) Christian, father, Augustus Stovall Christian, and step-mother, Nellie Mae Christian.

 

Survivors include sons and daughters-in-law, Les and Kathy Christian, Steve and Anne Lott, Ricky and Sandra Christian, all of Covington; grandchildren, Jeff Christian, Mike Lott, Chris Lott, Susan Davis, Chris Fowle, Randy Brock, Kristy Bryant; 9 great-grandchildren; as well as several nieces and nephews.

 

Funeral Services for Mr. Christian will be held at 2:00 P.M., Saturday, March 2, 2013, at the Chapel of Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 3134 Floyd Street, in Covington, with Pastor Mike Blevins officiating, and interment following in Lawnwood Memorial Park.  The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Floyd Street, Friday, March 1, from 6:00 – 9:00 P.M.

Obit - Rendie "Randi" Fisher Abercrombie

Rendie "Randi" Fisher Abercrombie of Covington, passed away February 25, 2013, at the age of 88. Mrs. Abercrombie was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church, the AARP - Chapter 3542, and the Mental Health Association in Newton County. She worked for Bell Bomber Plant, in Detroit, during WWII; before retiring from Rich's after 22 ½ years of employment. Mrs. Abercrombie enjoyed cooking, flower gardening, sewing, and crocheting. She was preceded in death by the love of her life - her husband of 62 years, Ralph Abercrombie; parents, John and Willie (Galloway) Fisher; several brothers and sisters.

 

She is survived by her son, Rick Abercrombie of Smyrna; brother and sister-in-law, Wilbur and Musette Fisher of Oxford; several nieces and nephews.

 

Funeral Services for Mrs. Abercrombie will be held Saturday, March 2, 2013, 11:00 AM, at the Chapel of Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road, in Covington, with Rev. Dewey Fisher officiating, and interment following in Lawnwood Memorial Park. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Friday, March 1, from 6:00-8:00 PM. Flowers are accepted, or donations may be made to Trinity United Methodist Church, 6154 Collins Street NW, Covington, GA 30014.

Obit - Bobbie Bishop

BOBBIE BISHOP

Bobbie Bishop of Mansfield, passed away February 24, 2013, at the age of 73. She enjoyed ceramics, knitting, and keeping a clean house. She was co-owner and bookkeeper for Bishop & Bergbower, Inc. Mrs. Bishop was preceded in death by her husband, David Bishop; and her parents, Lee and Bobbie (Canup) Adams.

 

Survivors include her daughter, Barbara Austin; son and daughter-in-law, Mike and Michele Bishop, all of Conyers; granddaughters, Bobbie Cissner of Loganville, Stephanie and Robby Erwin of Lithonia, Jamie Bishop of Conyers; great-grandchildren, Wyatt, Blake, Austin, Garrett, Payton, Paris; sister, Frances Betenbaugh; brother, Lamar Adams; several nieces, nephews, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law; and special friend, caretaker, and business partner, Bob Bergbower.

 

Funeral Services for Mrs. Bishop will be held Wednesday, February 27, 2013, 11:00 AM, at the Chapel of Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road, in Covington, with Dale Mauldin officiating, and interment following in Eternal Hills Memory Gardens, in Snellville. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Tuesday, February 26, from 4:00-9:00 PM.

 

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Obit - Thelma Watts

Thelma Owensby Watts, of Covington, passed away February 22, 2013, at the age of 61.  Ms. Watts was a devoted mother, sister, aunt, cousin, and friend to many.  She enjoyed camping, dancing and traveling.  She was preceded in death by her parents, Jack Dempsey and Eva Estelle (Duff) Owensby; sister, Betty Jean (Owensby) Carter; and brother, James William Owensby.

 

Survivors include her son, Hoyt Lee Watts, Jr. of Covington; sister, Mary Sketo of Buckhead; brothers and sisters-in-law, Jack and Patti Owensby of Gaffney, SC, Luther and Linda Owensby of Social Circle, Paul and Wanda Owensby, Warren and Liz Owensby all of Covington; several nieces, nephews and cousins.

 

Funeral Services for Ms. Watts will be held Sunday, February 24, 2013, 2:00 PM, at the Chapel of Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road, in Covington, with Rev. J. B. Leachman officiating, and interment following in Sewell Methodist Cemetery, in Mansfield.  The family will receive friends at the funeral home Saturday, February 23, 2013 from 5:00 to 8:00 PM.  Flowers accepted or donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, 1684 Barnett Shoals Road, Athens, Georgia, 30605.

 

Obit - Sandy Michelle Cunard

Sandy Michelle Cunard, better known as "Sunshine", left this earth far too soon on February 20, 2013. She cherished her family and friends dearly and always had a smile that would light up the room. Sandy loved life, and enjoyed spending time with her friends, dancing, singing karaoke, clogging with her group, the Dixie Delights, and she always looked forward to the girl's annual Christmas shopping trip. She also enjoyed her girl's night out. Sandy and Kim had a hard time with directions; it seemed like every trip ended in Lawrenceville, no matter where they had planned to go.  She was the perfect example of a loving mother, and always enjoyed game night with the kids and loved playing practical jokes back and forth with her son, Trevor. Sandy is loved, and will forever be missed by those who knew her. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, George and Dorothy Smith; grandfather, Norman M. Williamson; and father, Tony E. Martin.

 

Survivors include her daughter, Miranda Cunard; sons, Trevor Cunard and Chelsea Raines, Evan Cunard, all of Covington; mother, Carol Martin of Oxford; father, Larry Wilbanks, and his wife, Cindy, of Conyers; brothers and sisters-in-law, Bobby and Kim Wilbanks of Oxford, Jamie and Megan Wilbanks of Covington; Nana, Rita Williamson of Oxford; step-brother and step-sister, Neal Martin of Washington, D.C., Lisa Jackson of Social Circle; step-sisters, Katie Mitchell of Covington, Keri Stekskal of Conyers; several aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews.

 

Funeral Services for Sandy will be held Sunday, February 24, 2013, 3:00 PM, at Macedonia Baptist Church, 108 E. Macedonia Church Road, in Oxford, with Pastor Frank Daws and Dr. Larry Cheek officiating, and interment following in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends at Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 3134 Floyd Street, in Covington, Saturday, February 23, from 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM and 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM.

 

 

 

Obit - Michael (Mike) Wade Haygood

MICHAEL "MIKE" WADE HAYGOOD

 

Michael "Mike" Wade Haygood of Mansfield died February 20, 2013 at the age of 60.  A nature lover, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, and being outdoors.  He was very artistic and a true hobbyist, having handcrafted birdhouses and walking canes.  Mike was described as "the salt of the earth," and will be remembered as an all-around good man.  He dearly loved his family and enjoyed spending time with his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.  Mike was preceded in death by his parents, Bill and Lois (Cowan) Haygood, and grandson, Ryan Jeffares.

 

Survivors include his most loving wife, Wanda Keahey Haygood; children and spouses, Crystal and Kenneth Preffer, Rodney Jeffares, Pamela and Steve Shelton, Kenny and Susan Jeffares, Sherry and Karl Varnes; grandchildren, Brad Goodwin, Stephanie Goodwin, Steven Jeffares, Kara Jeffares, Michael Jeffares, Codie Jeffares, Elaine White, Robert Varnes; a host of great-grandchildren; sister and brother-in-law, Johanna and Mike Burkhalter; as well as several nieces and nephews.

 

A Memorial Service for Mike Haygood will be held at 4:00 P.M., Saturday, February 23, 2013, at Providence Baptist Church, Railroad Street, in Shady Dale, with Pastor Ed Westbrook officiating.  Flowers are accepted or memorial donations can be made to Jasper County Animal Shelter, 126 Mack Tillman Dr., Monticello, GA 31064.

Obit - James "Jim" Thompson

James "Jim" Thompson of Covington, passed away February 18, 2013, at the age of 73. He was preceded in death by his son, Timothy Alton Thompson; two sisters and two brothers.

 

Survivors include his wife, Faye A. Thompson; sons, William S. Thompson of Toledo, OH, Bart Thompson, Vincent Thompson, both of Panama City, FL; step-daughter, Sandra and Craig Stevens of Covington; sister, Laura Edwards of Thomaston; special grandchildren, Garrett Stevens, Mackenzie Stevens; several nieces, nephews, and other grandchildren.

 

Funeral Services for Mr. Thompson will be held Thursday, February 21, 2013, 2:00 PM, at the Chapel of Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road, in Covington, with Rev. Phillip Bone officiating, and entombment following at Memory Chapel Mausoleum in Lawnwood Memorial Park. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Thursday, two hours prior to his service, from 12:00 – 2:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Grace Baptist Church, 474 Crowell Road, Porterdale, GA 30014.

Obit - Donald Justin Barnes

Donald Justin Barnes of Covington, passed away February 14, 2013, at the age of 27.  He graduated from Rockdale High School in 2003.  Justin enjoyed playing football, but most of all, baseball.  He loved NASCAR and spending time with his family. 

 

Survivors include his wife, Priscilla Barnes; daughter, Heaven Marie Barnes; step-sons, Jadon and Casey Martin; mother and step-father, Mary Ann Barnes-Chapman and David Chapman; brother, Wyatt Chapman; mother-in-law and father-in-law, Deborah and William Cox; and many other family members.

 

A Memorial service for Justin will be held Thursday, February 21, 2013, 2:00 PM, at Prospect United Methodist Church, in Covington, with Rev. Ronny Brannen officiating.  Flowers are accepted, or donations may be made at any Wells Fargo Bank, c/o Heaven Marie Barnes - Benefit Memorial Fund.

Obit - Donald Justin Barnes

Donald Justin Barnes, of Covington, passed away February 14, 2013, at the age of 27.  He graduated from Rockdale High School in 2003.  Justin enjoyed playing football, but most of all, baseball.  He loved NASCAR and spending time with his family. 

 

Survivors include his wife, Priscilla Barnes; daughter, Heaven Marie Barnes; step-sons, Jadon and Casey Martin; mother and step-father, Mary Ann Barnes-Chapman and David Chapman; brother, Wyatt Chapman; mother-in-law and father-in-law, Deborah and William Cox; and many other family members.

 

A Memorial service for Justin will be held Friday, February 22, 2013,  time????      at Prospect United Methodist Church, in Covington.  Flowers accepted or donations may be made to

 

 

Obit - Jennifer Michelle kelly

Jennifer Michelle Kelly, of Stockbridge, passed away February 14, 2013, at the age of 42.  She was a loving mother, sister, and daughter.  She enjoyed reading and going to the beach.

 

Survivors include her husband, Tim Kelly of Stockbridge; son and daughter-in-law, Corey and Haley Giles of Covington; father, James L. (Jim) Atkins, also of Covington; mother and father-in-law, Linda and Ben Day of Oxford; brother, Jeff Atkins of Little Rock, AR; grandfather, Vern Cain; aunts, Marsha and James Ranks, Suzanne and Bob Bush; and her cousin, Matthew Ranks.

 

A Memorial Service for Jennifer will be held, Sunday, February 17, 2013, 2:00 PM, at the Chapel of Caldwell & Cowan, 1215 Access Road, in Covington, with Rev. Nolan Jackson officiating.  The family will receive friends following the Memorial Service.

 

 

 

 

Obit - Dalphner Elease Mitchell

Dalphner Elease Mitchell of Oxford, passed away February 13, 2013, at the age of 87. Mrs. Mitchell always enjoyed working, especially her part-time job at Chick-fil-A. She cherished her family dearly, and loved taking care of her grandchildren. Mrs. Mitchell was preceded in death by her husband, James Arthur Mitchell; daughter, Martha Kate Edmondson; son, William Douglas Mitchell; and her parents, William Dudley and Annie Lou (Hackett) Freeman.

 

Survivors include her daughter and son-in-law, Betty Jean and Eddie Morris of Loganville; grandchildren and their spouses, James Walton, Jr., and Karen Edmondson of Stockbridge, Martha Jalaine and Steven Lester Shattles of Columbia, SC, Douglas Edward Edmondson of Rome, Vicki Brown of Loganville, Cindi Reynolds of Dacula; 5 great-grandchildren; 5 great-great-grandchildren; 2 great-great-great-grandchildren; sister, Frances Freeman Allen of Oxford, and several nieces and nephews.

 

Funeral Services for Mrs. Mitchell will be held Monday, February 18, 2013, 2:00 PM, at the Chapel of Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road, in Covington, with Rev. Tandy Mayo and Rev. Luke Durden officiating, and interment following in Lawnwood Memorial Park. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Sunday, February 17, from 2:00 – 6:00 PM.

 

 

 

Obit - Mattie Whitener

Mattie Louise Whitener, 72, of Porterdale, passed away February 12, 2013. Mrs. Whitener was a member of Grace Baptist Church, in Porterdale. She enjoyed spending time outdoors, gardening, sewing, and quilting. She loved her family and her grandchildren dearly. Mrs. Whitener was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph Whitener; and her parents, Henry and Elmyra (Daughtery) Whitener.

 

Survivors include her daughters, Linda Finger, Daisy Whitener, both of Porterdale; grandchildren and their spouses, Joseph and Nicole Finger of Maryville, TN, Angela and Kevin Bone of McDonough, Richard and Emma Finger of Hill Air Force Base, UT; great-grandchildren, Alex, Austin, Lexi, Danny; sisters, Rosa Heatherly, Pearl Suttles, Clara Statham; brother, Jacob Whitener; and several nieces.

 

A Memorial Service for Mrs. Whitener will be held Friday, February 15, 2013, 2:00 PM, at Grace Baptist Church, 474 Crowell Road, Porterdale, with Pastor Phillip Bone officiating. The family will receive friends at Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road, Covington, Thursday, February 14, from 5:00-7:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to C.A.R.E Inc., P.O. Box 743, Porterdale, GA 30070.

Obit - Richard Branham

Richard A. Branham, Sr. age 87 of Mount Dora, FL, passed away February 7, 2013.  He was born October 31, 1925 in Atlanta, GA to Verlyn and Frances Branham.  Mr. Branham was a Korean Conflict and WWII Navy Veteran.  He was a very active life member of both Sons of Confederate Veterans Jacob Summerlin Camp 1516 and B.P.O.E. Orlando and Eustis Lodges. He earned a degree in Industrial Physics from Clemson University.   Mr. Branham retired from Martin Marietta after 28 years where he was a Technical Director. 

Mr. Branham is survived by his wife, Inez; sons, Richard "Buck"(Rebecca) Branham, Jr., John Douglas (Connie) Branham; daughter, Lori (Joseph) Pfahler; grandchildren, Crystal, Clint, Chris, Amanda, Catherine, David; great-grandchildren, Raven, Kendall and Dylan.  He was preceded in death by his first wife Patricia Mary Branham in 1998. 

A Graveside Service for Mr. Branham will be held 2 PM, Saturday, February 16, 2013, at Oxford Historical Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Florida Elks Children's Therapy Services, 24175 SE Hwy 450, P.O. Box 49, Umatilla, FL  32784.

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Obit - Jack Pace

JACK PACE

 

Jack Pace of Oxford passed away February 11, 2013 at Abbey Hospice in Social Circle.  He was 60 years of age at the time of his death.  Mr. Pace enjoyed hunting, fishing, watching NASCAR races, and playing with RC cars.  He was a fix-it man and will be remembered as a dedicated family man.  Mr. Pace was preceded in death by his father, Clifford Pace.

 

Survivors include his wife, Susie Pace of Oxford; daughter and son-in-law, Gayle and Dwayne Herndon of Monticello; sons and daughters-in-law, Jack and Sheena Pace of Covington, Greg and Jayne Pace, Michael Pace, all of Monticello; grandchildren, Shane Griffith, Jeffrey Griffith, Kyle Pace, Jim Bob Herndon, Zachary Sertain, Kaitlin Pace, Chelsea Pace, Zackery Crumbliss, Cadee Herndon, Isabelle Pace, Jayden Pace; mother, Edna Pace of Colbert;  sisters; Frances Pace of Colbert, Gloria Bates of Monroe, and Sue Nash of Danielsville.

 

Funeral Services for Mr. Pace will be held at 3:00 P.M., Friday, February 15, 2013, in the Chapel of Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road, in Covington, with Rev. Terry Casper and Rev. Jason Parr officiating.  Interment will follow in Lawnwood Memorial Park.  The family will receive friends at the funeral home, Thursday, February 14, from 6:00 – 9:00 P.M.

Obit - Betty Stanford

Betty F. Stanford of Conyers, passed away February 11, 2013, at the age of 84. Mrs. Stanford worked for Indian Creek Baptist Church in the children's department, and she worked for her husband in his chiropractic business. She enjoyed gardening, cooking, and traveling; and was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and friend to many. Mrs. Stanford was preceded in death by her husband, Dr. Warren Stanford, Sr.; and her parents, Eddie and Betty (Conger) Frazier.

 

Survivors include her daughter and son-in-law, Marsha and Bobby Land of Conyers, son and daughter-in-law, Warren, Jr., and Kessa Stanford of Suwanee; grandchildren, Kimberly and David Miller of Conyers, Robby and Loan Land of Monroe, David and Alina Land of Stockbridge, Kyle Stanford, Ian Stanford, both of Suwanee; great-grandchildren, Krystena Land, Kaelyn Miller, Kara Miller, all of Conyers, Seth Land of Monroe; sister, Grace Lawhorne; brothers and sister-in-law, Russell Frazier, Raymond and Susie Mae Frazier, all of Sylvester, GA; many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

 

Funeral Services for Mrs. Stanford will be held Thursday, February 14, 2013, 11:00 AM, at the Chapel of Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road, in Covington, with Pastor John Strickland officiating. Mrs. Stanford will be interred Thursday afternoon, 4:00 PM, in Salem Baptist Church Cemetery, in Tifton, GA. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Wednesday, February 13, from 6:00-8:00 PM. Flowers are accepted, or donations may be made to Conyers Seventh Day Adventist Church, 3001 Old Salem Road SE, Conyers, GA 30013.

Obit - Billy A. Lindsey

BILLY A. LINDSEY

Billy A. Lindsey passed away February 11, 2013 at his home in Covington.  He was 82 years of age at the time of his death.  Mr. Lindsey was preceded in death by his wife Frances C. Lindsey; parents, Chester Dean and Mary Pauline (Culberth) Lindsey; brothers, Reid Lindsey, and Terrell Lindsey; brother-in-law, Sonny Coady.  Mr. Lindsey was a NASCAR fan, and loved gardening and spending time with his grandson.  He was a member of Canaan Baptist Church for over 40 years, and will be remembered as a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend to many.

 

Survivors include his daughter and son-in-law, Robin and Jeff Lamb of Covington; son and daughter-in-law, Teddy and Stephanie Piper of Douglasville; grandchildren, Dustin Piper of Conyers, Christine Penland Bray of Covington; 3 great-grandsons; brothers and sisters-in-law, Wallace and Gail Lindsey of Porterdale, Jimmy and Sheila Lindsey of Conley, Macel Lindsey of Covington, Geraldine Smallwood of Porterdale, Jordye Coady of Covington; sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Mary Lee and Donald Brooks of Covington; as well as several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

 

Funeral Services for Mr. Lindsey will be held at 11:00 A.M., Wednesday, February 13, 2013 at Canaan Baptist Church in Covington, with Rev. Thomas Satterfield and Dr. Scott Caudill officiating. Interment will follow in Lawnwood Memorial Park.  The family will receive friends at Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road, in Covington, Tuesday, February 12, from 6:00 – 8:00 P.M.

Obit - Charlene Merritt

Ms. Charlene Merritt of Conyers, passed away unexpectedly February 9, 2013, at the age of 63. Ms. Merritt, along with her parents, operated The Forks BBQ Restaurant for over 20 years. Once the restaurant closed, she was employed by the Suburban Lodge, in Conyers. Ms. Merritt enjoyed spending time with her nieces, great-nieces and great-nephews. She was loved, and will be missed by her family and friends. Ms. Merritt was preceded in death by her father, Charles G. Merritt; and her brother, Phil Merritt.

 

Survivors include her mother, Mrs. Betty B. Merritt; nieces and their husbands, Angela and Jeff Whitmire, Lisa and Steve White, all of Conyers; numerous great-nieces and great-nephews; her two special dogs, Booboo and Bonnie.

 

Funeral Services for Ms. Merritt will be held Wednesday, February 13, 2013, 3:00 PM, at the Chapel of Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road, in Covington, with Rev. Howard Greer officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Wednesday, just prior to her service, from 1:00-2:30 PM.

Obit - Mary Annette Durden

MARY ANNETTE DURDEN

 

Mary Annette Durden passed away February 10, 2013 at her home in Sparta, GA.  She was 75 years of age at the time of her death.  Mrs. Durden enjoyed having and going to yard sales, working in her flower garden, and watching Nascar.  She will be remembered as a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great-grandmother, sister, and friend to many. Mrs. Durden was preceded in death by daughters, Diane Brown, Donna Thompson; son, Eddie Brown; granddaughter, Ann Sigman; grandson, Daniel Thompson; and parents; Joseph Griffin and Louise (Sorrells) Baker.

 

Survivors include her husband, Joe Durden of Sparta; daughters and son-in-law, Pam Snyder of Lexington, SC, Lisa Smith of Monroe, Mary Jo and Mathew Duplisea of Edgefield, SC; sons and daughter-in-law, Archie Brown of Covington, Wayne Brown of Gainesville, Glen and Elaina Sigman of Newnan; 20 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great-grandchild; sister, Betty Jo Ownsby of Covington; brothers and sister-in-law, Donald Baker of Conyers, Fred and Peggy Baker of Covington; as well as several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

 

Funeral Services for Mrs. Durden will be held at 2:00 P.M., Wednesday, February 13, 2013 in the Chapel of Caldwell & Cowan, 3134 Floyd Street, in Covington, with Dr. R. Hudson Moody and Dr. David Moody officiating and interment following in Lawnwood Memorial Park.  The family will receive friends at the funeral home Tuesday, February 12, from 6:00 – 8:00 P.M.

 

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Obit - Peggy Wells

Deceased, Peggy Wells, died February 5, 2013. No obit and no services.

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Obit - Robert Eugene Hildebrandt

ROBERT EUGENE HILDEBRANDT

 

Robert Eugene Hildebrandt passed away February 5, 2013 at his home in Oxford.  He was 64 years of age at the time of his death.  Mr. Hildebrandt enjoyed traveling, home remodeling, gardening and working on old cars.  He was a devoted father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, special friend to Dorothy Hewell, and a friend to many.  Mr. Hildebrandt was preceded in death by his parents, Edmond Stanislaus and Pauline Louise (Oran) Hildebrandt; and brother, Louis (Skip) Hildebrandt.

 

Survivors include his daughter, Kathleen Ann Hildebrandt and Robert E. Simek of Slinger, WI; son, Robert Edmond Hildebrandt and Anne E. Lindert of Germantown, WI; grandchildren, Andrew Simek, Evan Simek, Robert Edmond Hildebrandt, Jr., Amanda Marie Stewart, Brooke Renel Hildebrandt, Ericka Shelby Hildebrandt; great-grandson, Preston Stewart; sister, Lynn Funk; brothers, William and Mary Hildebrandt, James Hildebrandt; as well as several nieces and nephews.

 

A Memorial Service for Mr. Hildebrandt will be held in Wisconsin where he was born and raised and his family still resides at a later date.

Obit - Arnold Hyde

ARNOLD HYDE

Arnold Hyde of Monticello passed away Tuesday, February 5, 2013 at the age of 83.  He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean War and was an Elementary School Principal for the Atlanta Public School System for 30 + years.  Mr. Hyde was a church pianist at many churches, most recently, Turner United Methodist Church in McDonough.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Emerson J. and Dorothy B. Hyde, and brother, E. Ray Hyde. 

 

Survivors include his loving wife of 58 years, Maryanne Waters Hyde; daughter and son-in-law, Regina H. and Darrell Young; son and daughter-in-law, Perry A. and Deloris Hyde; grandchildren, April Young, Perry M. Hyde, Ryan Young, Kris Hyde, Ashley Kelly and husband, Ryan; great-grandchildren, Madison Kelly, Jacob Baker, Jaxon Kelly; sister-in-law, Janette Hyde Morgan.

 

Funeral Services for Mr. Hyde will be held at 11:00 AM, Saturday, February 9, in the chapel of Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 3134 Floyd St., in Covington, with Rev. Leon Baxter and Rev. Gary Boggs officiating.  Interment will follow in the William Payne Cemetery, Monticello.  The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Friday from 5:30-7:30 PM.  Flowers accepted or contributions may be made in his memory to Turner United Methodist Church, 2957 Turner Church Road, McDonough, GA  30252.

Obit - Joseph M. Isom

JOSEPH M. ISOM

Joseph M. Isom was born January 29, 1923 and died February 4, 2013.  A native of Taft, Lincoln County, Tennessee, Mr. Isom was the son of the late Athol Isom and Mildred Commons Isom.  A graduate of Blanche High School, Lincoln County, TN, he was a Georgia resident since 1961, in Newton County since 1978.  With two sons he started a family business, Metro Ice Corporation, from which he retired in 2001.  His previous employment was Vice President of Operations, Atlanta/Southeast, for a mortgage and finance company, LLC Corporation of St. Louis, Missouri.  The company transferred him to Atlanta from Detroit, Michigan in 1961, and in 1976, he retired to enter business for himself.

 

Mr. Isom was a WWII veteran, serving as a Staff Sergeant in the China-Burma-India Theater of Operations for 22 months as a Supply Sergeant responsible for feeding both American and Chinese troops who were building and fighting on the Ledo Road.  He was also a member of the Rohna Memorial Association.  The Rohna was a British troop ship traveling in Convoy KMF-26 when it was sunk on November 26, 1943 in the Mediterranean Ocean by the first radio-controlled German Bomb of WWII.  1015 GIs lost their lives.  He witnessed this disaster from aboard the sister ship, Banfora.  He received an Honorable Discharge with a Bronze Star in January, 1946.

 

A longtime member of Allen Memorial United Methodist Church in Oxford, he served as Chairman of the Missions Committee and was a member of the Pastor-Parrish Committee and the Uncle Nath Sunday School Class.  He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Betty Isom; son, David Isom; granddaughter, Dr. Amanda Layne Isom; and parents, Athol F. and Mildred (Commons) Isom. 

 

Survivors include sons and daughters-in-law, John W. and Donna Isom of Conyers, Thomas A. and Rose Anne Isom of Boca Raton, FL; Nancy Isom of Ellijay; grandchildren; Meagan and Kevin Babb, Alissa Isom, Matthew and Ali Isom, Thomas Isom, II; great-grandsons, Keven Cooper Babb, Hudson Joseph Babb, Griffin Babb; and nephew, A.J. Isom.

 

A Memorial Service for Mr. Isom will be held 2:00 PM, Thursday, February 7, 2013 at Allen Memorial United Methodist Church with Rev. Max Vincent officiating.  A private family interment will take place Friday, February 8, in the Georgia National Cemetery, Canton, GA.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Salvation Army, 5193 Washington St. SW, Covington, GA 30014.  The family will receive friends at the church, from 1:00 – 2:00 PM.

Obit - Nickolas Ries

Nickolas David Ries, age 6, passed away Monday, February 4, 2013 at his home. Nickolas will be remembered as a special boy, and will be missed by his family and friends. He is survived by his loving parents, David and Kristina Ries; brother, Cameron Allen; sister, Brianna Ries; paternal grandmother, Frieda Ries; maternal grandparents, Pam Montgomery and Shannon Black; several aunts, uncles and cousins.

 

Funeral Services for Nickolas will be held Friday, February 8, 2013, 1:00 PM, at the Chapel of Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road, in Covington, with Marlisee Singleton officiating, and interment following in Lawnwood Memorial Park.  The family will receive friends at the funeral home Thursday, February 7, from 6:00-8:00 PM.  Flowers will be accepted, or contributions may be made in his memory to United Cerebral Palsy, 1825 K Street, Suite 600, Washington, DC 20006, www.ucp.org.

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Obit - Joyce M. Wright

Joyce M. Wright of Covington, passed away February 3, 2013, at the age of 70. Mrs. Wright enjoyed camping, art, especially drawings, and watching Atlanta Falcons and Pittsburg Steelers football. She was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend. She was preceded in death by her parents, Norman and Margrette (Kish) Baker.

 

Survivors include her husband, William (Bill) Wright; sons, David Wayne Wright of Louisville, KY, Steven Michael Wright of Morgantown, PA; grandchildren, Sara Wright, Joshua Wright, Faryn Renee Wright; sister and brother-in-law, Barbara and Jim McNeff of Tampa, FL; niece, Cindy Adams; and nephew, Keith Adams.

 

A Memorial Service for Mrs. Wright will be held Wednesday, February 6, 2013, 6:00 PM, at the Chapel of Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road, in Covington. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Wednesday, one hour following her service, from 7:00-8:00 PM.

Winford Holcomb,Jr.

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Obit - Doris Evelyn Byrd

DORIS EVELYN BYRD

 

Doris Evelyn Byrd of Covington passed away February 1, 2013 at Newton Medical Center.  She was 82 years of age at the time of her death. Evelyn was a longtime member of Almon Baptist Church and loved flowers and her family.  She was preceded in death by her parents, Jim and Susie Dire; husband, Wilbur Byrd; and son, Scott Byrd.

 

Survivors include her daughter and son-in-law, Susan and Jimmy Minnick; sons and daughters-in-law, Dennis and Robin Byrd, Mike and Diane Byrd, Mark and Sandra Byrd; 12 grandchildren; 19 great grandchildren; brothers, sisters, nieces and nephews.

 

Funeral Services for Mrs. Byrd will be held at 2:00 P.M., Monday, February 4, 2013 in the Chapel of Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road, in Covington, with Rev. Jimmy Glaze, Rev. Mike Wadley, and Jay Singleton officiating.  Interment will follow in Lawnwood Memorial Park.  The family will receive friends at the funeral home Sunday, February 3, from 5:00 – 8:00 P.M.  Flowers are accepted or contributions may be made in her memory to The American Cancer Society, 1684 Barnett Shoals Road, Athens, GA 30605, The American Heart Association, 1353 Jennings Mill Road, Suite A, Bogart, GA  30622, or Almon Baptist Church.

 

 

Obit - George L. Baker

GEORGE L. BAKER

 

George L. Baker of Covington, passed away Monday, January 28, 2013 at the age of 71.  He enjoyed reading the newspaper, watching the news, and one of his favorite hobbies was betting on the horses.  Mr. Baker also loved to travel and spend time with his grandchildren.  He was preceded in death by his father, Richard Baker, and mother, Claris Morgan.

 

Surviving are his loving wife of 49 years, Enid Baker; daughter, Sharon Baker; son and daughter-in-law, Shaun and Grace Baker; grandchildren, Travis Hemmings, Kamila Hemmings, Racquel Baker, Sheldon Baker, Justin Baker; sisters, Pauline Myers, Primrose Davey, Melva Morgan, Marilyn Morgan; brothers, Canute Baker, Franklin Morgan, Roy Morgan, Roderick Morgan; numerous nieces and nephews.

 

Funeral Services for Mr. Baker will be held at 11:00 A.M., Saturday, February 16, 2013 in the Chapel of Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road, in Covington, with interment following in Lawnwood Memorial Park.  The family will receive friends at the funeral home Friday, February 15, from 6:00 – 9:00 P.M.  Flowers are accepted or contributions may be made in his memory to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital Memorial Honor Program, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN  38105.

Obit - Clara Dunevent

Clara Dunevent, of Porterdale, passed away on February 1, 2013, at the age of 82.  Mrs. Dunevent retired from Covington Molding after 25 years of service.  She loved her family and enjoyed preparing meals and having them over on holidays.  She also enjoyed camping, fishing and listening to gospel music. Mrs. Dunevent was preceded in death by her parents, Ernest B. and Sadie Mae Mask; and brother, Ernest Edward Mask.

 

Survivors include her husband, John Dunevent of Porterdale; daughters and sons-in-law, Gloria and Joe Jordan of Porterdale, Kathy and Gary Bradford of Covington; sons, Terry Dunevent of Covington, John Dunevent of Porterdale; grandchildren, Kimberly and Joel Brewer of Porterdale, Jodie and Dennis Volkart, Lamar and Kristen Bradford all of Covington, Delaine and Larry Cason of Newborn; 9 great-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Lisa Mask of Oxford, AL; step-sister, Vivian Bowman of Covington; special cousins, Mattie Cook and Emmett Chapman; and a host of nieces and nephews.

 

Funeral Service for Mrs. Dunevent will be held Sunday, February 3, 2013, 3:00 PM, at the Chapel of Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road, in Covington, with Rev. Dickie Johnson officiating, and interment following in Lawnwood Memorial Park.  The family will receive friends at the funeral home 2 hours prior to the service from 1:00 to 3:00 PM. 

 

 

 

 

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