We picked up Sandra Smith and Vicki Carpenter.  The family of Mrs. Carpenter is coming Monday to make arrangements.  I don't know when the Smith family will be in.

 

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Obit - Norma Clausen Holcombe

Norma Clausen Holcombe passed to her Heavenly reward on November 27, 2013 at her home in Conyers. Mrs. Holcombe was articulate with figures and worked in the accounting field for over 50 years, having last been employed by Frazee-Thomas & Tate.  Mrs. Holcombe moved to Georgia in 2000 after the passing of her husband.  She was a loyal member of Galloway Methodist Church for 60 years, where she served as Chairman of the Board as well as Treasurer, and was very sad when it closed.  Her love for decorating was evident in the beauty of the Worship Center.  Mrs. Holcombe was preceded in death by her husband, William Hull Holcombe; parents, Charles Alfred/Martin and Josephine (White) Clausen; and sister, Loretta Roberts King

 

Mrs. Holcombe is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Jean and John Bateman of Conyers; grandchildren, John (Bo) Bateman also of Conyers, Bryce and Julie Bateman of Statham; great-granddaughter, Aubry Bateman.

 

A Memorial Service for Mrs. Holcombe will be held at a later date.

Obit - Eula Virginia Watkins

Eula Virginia Watkins of Covington, passed away November 26, 2013, at the age of 91. Mrs. Watkins was of the Baptist faith. She was a talented artist, loved painting, and enjoyed working in her garden. She was a faithful Christian with a kind heart and gentle spirit, who never spoke a negative word about anything. Mrs. Watkins loved her family dearly, and was a dedicated wife and mother for more than 50 years. She was preceded in death by her husband, Perry T. Watkins; daughters, Sheryl Larry, Joyce G. Sanford; grandson, Jeffrey A. Sanford; and her parents, George C. and Mary L. (Walker) Darby.

 

Survivors include her sister, Blondine Bennett of Conyers; grandchildren, Sandra and David Worthey of Covington, Perry and Sheila Sanford, Tammy and Gene Stanton, all of Madison; great-grandchildren, Leah and Jarad Robinson of Oxford, Chris and Ashley Worthey of Between, GA, Bobby and Laurie Sanford of French Gulch, CA, Tiffany and Brannon Oakes of Eatonton, Brandi and Richard Thompson of Madison, Stacy and Kevin Kelley of Stockbridge; great-great-grandchildren, Malakai Oakes, Dylan Robinson, Noah Oakes, Mason Worthey, Easton Worthey, Oaklyn Thompson; several nieces and nephews.

                                                     

Funeral Services for Mrs. Watkins will be held Sunday, December 1, 2013, 4:00 PM, at the Chapel of Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road, in Covington, with Pastor Tony Howeth officiating, and interment following in Lawnwood Memorial Park. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Sunday, two hours prior to the service, from 2:00 – 4:00 PM.

Obit - Alan Frederick Loetzerich

Alan Frederick Loetzerich of Lake Spivey, GA, passed away Tuesday, November 26, 2013, at Piedmont Henry Hospital with his family by his side. He was born in Evansville, IN, to Oliver and Ruth Tracer Loetzerich. He graduated from Memorial High School, in Evansville, IN. He earned his bachelor's degree in Political Science from University of Missouri, St. Louis. He served in the Air Force for 5 years. He worked with the airlines and as a travel agent for over 35 years. He was a member of St. Augustine Episcopal Church in Morrow, GA. He was preceded in death by his parents; aunt, Nora Miller; cousins, Jane Miller Lawson, Sharon Loetzerich, all of Evansville, IN; father and mother-in-law, Robert and Beulah Carpenter; sister-in-law, Irene Carpenter, all of Berea, KY.

 

He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Lois Loetzerich of Lake Spivey, GA; daughter, Jennifer Loetzerich of Covington, GA; sister-in-law, Ilene Carpenter of Berea, KY; and his beloved cat, Jackson.

 

A Memorial Service will be held in Richmond, KY, followed by burial in the Richmond Cemetery in Richmond, KY.

Obit - Lucile Lloyd

Lucile H. Lloyd of Oxford, passed away November 25, 2013, at the age of 87. Mrs. Lloyd worked as a weld inspector for Lockheed, and was the perfect example of Rosie the Riveter, a cultural icon representing the American working woman, during World War II. She enjoyed reading, quilting, crocheting, and traveling to the beach and the mountains. Mrs. Lloyd loved her family dearly, and enjoyed going home and spending time with her Metasville family, as well. She was preceded in death by her husband, Alvin B. Lloyd; and her parents, George T. Sr., and Florence (Motes) Hall.

 

Survivors include her daughter and son-in-law, Deborah L. and Allen K. Nielsen of Oxford; son, Steven A. Lloyd of Eatonton; grandson, John Lloyd of Maysville; sister, Frances H. Lloyd of Jackson; brothers and sisters-in-law, Curtis and Mary K. Hall, George T. and Betty Hall, Lewis and Inez Hall, all of Metasville, GA; several nieces and nephews.

 

Funeral Services for Mrs. Lloyd will be held Friday, November 29, 2013, 3:00 PM, at the Chapel of Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road, in Covington, with Rev. Ron Hieber officiating, and interment following in Fairview Memorial Gardens, in Stockbridge. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Friday, two hours prior to the service, from 1:00 – 3:00 PM.

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Shane Kenny, 34, of Rockdale County, passed away suddenly November 25, 2013. Shane was a 1997 graduate of Rockdale County High School, and lettered in both baseball and football during his high school career. His love for sports led him to coach youth baseball, in Newton and Rockdale counties, and has influenced the lives of so many while coaching. He enjoyed watching professional and college sports, but most important to him were his children. He was a devoted husband, an exceptional father, and will truly be missed by all who knew and loved him.

 

Survivors include his wife, Staci A. Kenny; children, Gage, Ace and Skylar Kenny; parents, Greg and Joy Kenny of Loganville; brother and sister-in-law, Josh and Amberly Kenny of Covington; grandparents, Bill and Martha Moulder of Decatur; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Terry and Faye Schell of Covington; several aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

 

Funeral Services for Shane will be held Saturday, November 30, 2013, 2:30 PM, at the Chapel of Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road, in Covington, with Pastor Tony Brock officiating, and interment following in Lawnwood Memorial Park. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Friday, November 29, from 5:00 – 8:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Shane Kenny Memorial Fund, for his children, at any Bank of North Georgia location.

Obit - Shane Kenny

Shane Kenny, 34, of Rockdale County, passed away suddenly November 25, 2013. Shane was a 1997 graduate of Rockdale County High School, and lettered in both baseball and football during his high school career. His love for sports led him to coach youth baseball, in Newton and Rockdale counties, and has influenced the lives of so many while coaching. He enjoyed watching professional and college sports, but most important to him were his children. He was a devoted husband, an exceptional father, and will truly be missed by all who knew and loved him.

 

Survivors include his wife, Staci A. Kenny; children, Gage, Ace and Skylar Kenny; parents, Greg and Joy Kenny of Loganville; brother and sister-in-law, Josh and Amberly Kenny of Covington; grandparents, Bill and Martha Moulder of Decatur; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Terry and Faye Schell of Covington; several aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

 

Funeral Services for Shane will be held Saturday, November 30, 2013, 2:30 PM, at the Chapel of Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road, in Covington, with Pastor Tony Brock officiating, and interment following in Lawnwood Memorial Park. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Friday, November 29, from 5:00 – 8:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a trust fund set up for his children, at any Bank of North Georgia location.

Obit - Margaret Anderson

Margaret Anderson, 64, of Covington, passed away November 25, 2013, at home, following her long battle with cancer. Ms. Anderson owned and operated numerous beauty salons in Covington. She had a passion for helping others, and often volunteered to assist anyone in need. Ms. Anderson was preceded in death by her parents, Charlie T. and Ella (McCord) Osborn; and her brothers, Roy Osborn, Robert Osborn, Clark Osborn and Junior Osborn.

 

Survivors include her sons and daughter-in-law, Jeff Criswell, Mike and Barbara Criswell; grandchildren, Austin Criswell, Jessica Criswell, Ashley Hollingsworth, all of Covington; sisters, Ruth Bradford, Mary Rutledge, both of Covington, Ann Dodd of Porterdale; several nieces and nephews.

 

Funeral Services for Ms. Anderson will be held Friday, November 29, 2013, 12 Noon, at the Chapel of Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road, in Covington, with Rev. Tim Walden and Rev. Mike Franklin officiating, and interment following in Covington City Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Friday, two hours prior to the service, from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Flowers are accepted, or because of Ms. Anderson's love for animals, donations may be made to ASPCA – Honor Memorial Program, 520 8^th Avenue, 7^th floor, New York, NY 10018.

Julio P. Santana

Julio P. Santana of Covington passed away November 23, 2013 at Newton Medical Center.  He was 66 years of age at the time of his death.  Mr. Santana was employed by New York University, in New York City, as a Maintenance Supervisor for 12 years.  Prior to his employment at NYU, he was employed for 10 years by Sound Design in New Jersey.  He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving in Germany and Vietnam. Mr. Santana was a member of St. Augustine Catholic Church in Covington.  He was an avid baseball fan, especially the New York Mets; and was a fan of the New York Giants and the New York Jets.  Mr. Santana was preceded in death by his parents, Julio Santana and Petronila (Valentin) Soto.

 

Survivors include his wife, Carmen Maria Santana of Covington; daughters, Adelvi Santana of Yonkers, NY, Carolyn Callwood of Conyers; son, Julio Peter Santana of Yonkers, NY; grandchildren, Diamond Callwood, Stephanie Cruz, Albert Callwood, Tristen Callwood; sister, Josephine Velez of Guayama, Puerto Rico; brothers, Esteban Santana of Carolina, Puerto Rico, Florencio Santana of Guayama, Puerto Rico; as well as several nieces and nephews.

 

Funeral Services for Mr. Santana will be held at 12:00 Noon, Saturday, November 30, 2013, at Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road, in Covington, with Robert Lee Shepherd, III officiating.  Interment will follow in Lawnwood Memorial Park.  The family will receive friends at the funeral home, Friday. November 29, from 1:00 – 3:00 P.M. and 6:00 – 8:00 P.M.

 

Obit - Earl Goddard

Earl Elsworth Goddard of Decatur, passed away November 19, 2013, at the age of 91. He was a veteran of the United States Army, and proudly served his country as a paratrooper during World War II. Mr. Goddard was of the Southern Baptist faith, and cherished his time reading his Bible. He enjoyed meeting new people and talking about horses. Mr. Goddard was a strong, independent man who loved life, his family, especially his wife, Mary, and his daughters.  He was preceded in death by his parents, John Sheldon and Rua Mae (Hull) Goddard, his sister Opal, and his wife Mary.

Survivors include his daughters and sons-in-law, Denise and Daniel Dunkel of Walnut Creek, CA, Jan and Ronald Miller of Roseville, CA, Valerie Kelly and Norman Teinowitz of Stevenson, WA, Jeannie and Mike Kaplan of Oxford; grandchildren, Andrew Miller, Kelly McSherry, Andrea Bell; and two great-grandchildren.

Funeral Services for Mr. Goddard will be held Sunday, December 1, 2013, 2:00 PM, at 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, two hours prior to the service, from 12:00 – 2:00 PM.

 

Obit - Jimmy Martin

Jimmy Martin, 74, of Covington, passed away November 24, 2013. He was a devoted member of East Newton Baptist Church. Mr. Martin loved his family dearly, and cherished the time he spent with them all.

 

Survivors include his loving wife of 46 years, Avis Martin; children and their spouses, Brett and Darlene Martin of Mansfield, Lori and Jeremy Young of Covington; grandchildren, Brett Martin, II, Rachel Martin, Seth Martin, Megan Young, Andrew Martin, Logan Young, Jason Young; sisters and brothers-in-law, Charlotte and Billy Wilson, Pat and Jack Lazenby, all of Covington; several nieces and nephews.

 

Funeral Services for Mr. Martin will be held Wednesday, November 27, 2013, 11:00 AM, at East Newton Baptist Church, 11290 Highway 278, in Covington, with Rev. Tom Lee and Rev. Bill Burnett officiating, and interment following in Porterdale Baptist Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road, in Covington, Tuesday, November 26, from 4:00 – 6:00 PM.

Obit - Rochelee "Judy" Richardson

Rochelee "Judy" Richardson went to be with the Lord on Saturday, November 23, 2013, surrounded by her family and friends.  She was born May 25, 1940 in Toccoa, Georgia.  She graduated from Toccoa Falls Institute in 1958. Judy was a proud mother and grandmother and doted on her two sons and grandsons. She was a humble and kind person with a giving spirit. She attended Trinity Praise Center, in Mansfield, where she enjoyed making cookies for the youth.   She loved her friends and enjoyed sharing her delicious baked goods with them all.  She enjoyed planting flowers and watching them grow.  She also enjoyed playing bingo with her friends at Kroger.  Judy was loved by all who knew her and will be greatly missed.  She was preceded in death by her husband, J.C. Richardson; parents, Hugh and Ruby Simpson; brother, Harrison Simpson.

 

Survivors include her sons, Wayne Richardson of Mansfield, Brian Richardson; grandsons, Zach Richardson, Jacob Richardson, all of Covington; sisters, Wanda Simpson, Theresa Simpson, Brenda Manns and her husband, Roy; brothers, Grady Simpson and his wife, Karen, Russell Simpson, all of Toccoa; sisters-in-law, Delores Simpson, also of Toccoa, Helen Beasley of Covington; brother-in-law, Billy Richardson and his wife, Theresa of Conyers; nieces, nephews and a host of wonderful friends.

 

Funeral Services for Mrs. Richardson will be held Monday, November 25, 2013, 2:00 PM, at the Chapel of Caldwell & Cowan, 1215 Access Road, in Covington, with Pastor Rick Jackson and Pastor Tim Taylor   officiating, and interment following in Lawnwood Memorial Park. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Sunday, November 24, from 4:00 – 7:00 PM.

 

 

 

 

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Obit - Raburn Lee Crawford

Raburn Lee Crawford of Covington, passed away November 21, 2013, at the age of 80.  He was a member of Solid Rock Baptist Church and was a dedicated employee of Bonded Service Warehouse for 47 years.  He was thankful for all of his blessings, his home and especially his family who he loved dearly. He enjoyed shopping at yard sales and pawn shops.  Mr. Crawford loved gardening, giving vegetables away, and riding his grandchildren on his farm equipment. 

 

Survivors include his wife Barbara Dimple Crawford; children and their spouses, Terry Lee and Dee Crawford, Linda and Jeff Bates, Steven Ray Crawford, Susan and Larry Mitchell; grandchildren, Kim Smith, Jason Vaughn, Jessica Vaughn, Tiffany Hale, Justin Vaughn, Chad Crawford, Morgan Bates, Carly Mitchell, Martin Mitchell, Dylan Crawford; 13 great-grandchildren; sisters, Elsie Holder, Eloise Sherod, Evelyn Holder; brothers, Gary Crawford, Edward Crawford; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Ted Baker, Jimmy Baker, Nevin Baker, Joyce Stone, Jean Hudson, Gary Baker, Brenda Armistead; numerous nieces and nephews.

 

Funeral Services for Mr. Crawford will be held Sunday, November 24, 2013, 3:00 PM, at the Chapel of Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road, in Covington, with Pastor Mike Franklin and Pastor Lynn Head 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 – 3:00 PM.    Flowers accepted or donations may be made to Solid Rock Baptist Church, P.O. Box 1144, Covington, Georgia, 30014.

 

 

 

Obit - Mr. & Mrs. Joseph & Margaret Lawson (Married Couple)

Joseph Frank Lawson Jr., 82, and his wife, Margaret Elizabeth (Seidel) Lawson, 86, died at their home in Shady Dale, November 19, 2013. They were married 66 years and together instilled in their children the values of hard work, honesty and faith in the true God Jehovah. Mrs. Lawson was a devoted wife and mother and an ideal sister to Eugene M. Seidel of Portland, OR.

 

Survivors include their children, David Frank Lawson of Mansfield, Deborah Lawson Kersey of Oxford, Timothy Richard Lawson of Newnan, Joe Frank Lawson III, of Shady Dale; grandchildren, Raymond Loran Kersey III, Raylene Elizabeth Kersey, Rathan Lee Kersey, Makisha Lawson Gann, Timothy Joshua Lawson, Richard Noah Lawson, Hunter Avery Lawson, Matthew Frank Lawson, Christopher Qualls, Joshua Qualls, Candice Qualls, Carolyn Paulous; great-granddaughter, Taylor Gann.

 

A Memorial Service for Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Lawson will be held at a later date. 

 

Obit - Ronald Dimery

Ronald Lee Dimery, of Oxford, passed away Monday, November 18, 2013 at the age of 78.  He met and married the love of his life, Dottie, at Florida State University, and they were married 58 ½ years.  Mr. Dimery was an accomplished residential and commercial architect winning multiple awards for historic preservation.  He dearly loved his family and his country. A Boy Scout troop leader, he enjoyed being outdoors and was an adventurer extraordinaire.  Mr. Dimery was an Oxford City Council member for many terms, a volunteer firefighter, MYF leader, and was very active in CSI and AIA.  His hobbies were traveling to the beach and Kauai, camping, boating and gentleman farming.  He was an avid Florida State fan and loved old cars.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Henry and Inez Dimery.

 

Survivors include his beloved wife, Dottie Dimery of Oxford; daughter and son-in-law, Letha and Lex Betty of Ocala, FL; son; Stuart Dimery of Oxford; grandchildren, Sam, Josh, and Zach Betty, Matthew and David Dimery; 5 great-grandchildren; and many beloved friends and family. 

 

A Memorial Service for Mr. Dimery will be held 11:00 AM, Saturday, November, 23, 2013 at Allen Memorial United Methodist Church with Rev. Max Vincent officiating.  A reception will follow in the church fellowship hall.  In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in his memory to Allen Memorial United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 117, Oxford, GA 30054; The American Cancer Society, 1684 Barnett Shoals Road, Athens, GA, 30605; or Emory University Division of Cardiology, 1762 Clifton Road NE, Suite 1400, Atlanta, GA 30322.

Harold Evans Floyd

Harold Evans Floyd passed away November 18, 2013 at his home in Covington.  He was 81 years of age at the time of his death.  Mr. Floyd served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War.  He enjoyed traveling and listening to gospel music.  Mr. Floyd was a member of Voice of Pentecost.  He was preceded in death by his wife of 60 years, Jessie Marion (Payne) Floyd, and son, Eddie Floyd.

 

Survivors include his son, Billy Floyd of Covington; grandchildren, Shane and Angela Floyd, Bonnie Allen, great-grandchildren, Travis Floyd, Chris Floyd, Bodhi Allen, Michael Elias Warden, Lyric Warden, Courtney Fiddie, Jessie Floyd; sister, Mary Sue Phillips of Atlanta; brother and sister-in-law, Robert and Jenny Floyd of Austell.

 

Funeral Services for Mr. Floyd will be held at 11:00 AM, Wednesday, November 20, 2013 at Voice of Pentecost, 4648 Salem Road, in Covington, with Rev. Gavin Moon officiating, and interment following in Lawnwood Memorial Park.  The family will receive friends at the church prior to the service, from 9:30 – 11:00 AM.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Yvonne (Voni) Bates Crowe

Yvonne (Voni) Bates Crowe passed away November 18, 2013 at Rockdale Medical Center.  She was 52 years of age at the time of her death.  Voni graduated in 1979 from Newton County High School. While attending high school, she worked as a Candy Striper.  In April 1983 she graduated from Gordon College with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing. After graduating from nursing school, she worked at Newton Medical Center and Rockdale Medical for several years before joining East Atlanta Gastroenterology.  Voni loved fishing and antique cars, especially the older Chevrolet Camero, and was a comedian, performing at the Punchline.  Voni loved being a mother, reading and going to the movies with McKenzie. 

 

Survivors include her daughter, McKenzie Farrow Crowe; McKenzie's father and former husband, Matt Crowe; parents, James and Kathryn Bates, all of Oxford; sisters and brothers-in-law, Jana Bates and Ted Phillips of Dacula; Beth Bates and Rick Goddard of Blairsville; Charlotte Gibson Hull of St. Simons; nieces and nephew, Lacey Goddard, Camden Goddard, Rachel Phillips; great niece, Aubree Goddard Miller.

 

A Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 PM, Wednesday, November 20, 2013 at Shiloh United Methodist Church with Rev. Mike Wadley, Rev. Dr. Royeese Stowe, and Dr. R. Hudson Moody officiating.  The family will receive friends at Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road, in Covington, Tuesday, November 19, from 6:00 – 9:00 P.M.

 

 

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Obit - Donnie Spiva

Donnie Spiva, of Jackson, passed away November 14, 2013, at the age of 67.  He enjoyed fishing, watching TV and cutting grass.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Lawrence G. Spiva and Sara Hazel McMillian.

 

Survivors include his daughters, Wendy Howell of Jackson, Tammy Spiva of New Cumberland, West Virginia; son and daughter-in-law, Chad and Brandi Spiva of Jackson; grandchildren, Amber Howell, Haley Howell, Jaina Spiva; sister and brother-in-law, Lydia and Joe Hale of Jackson; brother and sister-in-law, Bud and Peggy Spiva of Covington; several nieces, nephews and cousins.

 

Funeral Services for Mr. Spiva will be held Tuesday, November 19, 2013, 3:00 PM, at the Chapel of Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road, in Covington, and interment following in Lawnwood Memorial Park. The family will receive friends at the funeral home, Monday, November 18, from 6:00 – 9:00 PM.

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Obit - Lee Ann Brown

Lee Ann Brown, of Covington, passed away November 15, 2013, at the age of 52.  She was at home surrounded by her loving family after fighting a long illness. 

 

Survivors include her husband, Charles Brown of Covington; daughters and sons-in-law, Tonja and Denny Seif of Florence, SC, Stacey and Randy Wilson, Jamie Schlageter; granddaughter, Kinslee Wilson, all of Covington; mother, Carol Evans of Miami, FL; father, Lee Seaman of Tampa, FL; sisters and brothers-in-law, Susan and Andrew Terradista of East Greenbush, NY, Cynthia and Christopher Lyons of Loudonville, NY; brothers and sister-in-law, James and Kristin Seaman of East Greenbush, NY, Thomas Evans; nieces and nephews, Sarah Moscowitz, Jenni Moscowitz, Tyler Lyons, Nichols Lyons, Zachary Seaman and Blake Seaman.

 

A Memorial Service for Lee Ann will be held Monday, November 18, 2013, 4:00 PM, at the Chapel of               Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road, in Covington, with Rev. Sean Nix officiating. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, via Newton County Relay for Life, 1684 Barnett Shoals Road, Athens, Georgia, 30605, for United Community Bank, Covington Relay for Life Team.

Obit - Donnie Spiva

Donnie Spiva died November 14, 2013.

Family will be in Saturday, November 16, @ 2:30 PM, to make arrangements.

 

Obit - Tim Capes

Tim Capes of Oxford, passed away November 12, 2013, at the age of 70. Tim worked for the U.S. Postal Service, for 40 years, and made many friends during his career. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening, and going to estate sales and classic car shows. Tim had a giving heart, and loved his family and spending time with them. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ira Marshall and Corris (Slaughter) Capes; sister, Diane Frederick; brothers, William Harold (Billy) Capes, Gene Elwood (Pat) Capes; nieces and nephews, Christi Valentine, Diana Denney, Stephanie Marie Frederick, Timothy David Case, Stephen Marcus Frederick; aunt, Pauline Bell; sister-in-law, Elizabeth Capes; brother-in-law, Hayward Smith.

 

Survivors include his sisters and brothers-in-law, Colleen and Dwayne Jackson of Covington, Rachael and Buster Jenkins of Jackson; brother and sister-in-law, Preston and Lynn Capes of Oxford; brother-in-law, Wallace Frederick of Covington; sister-in-law, Esther Capes of Atlanta; extended family, George Valentine, Serita Capes; nieces and nephews, Rebecca Capes, Barbara and Tim Mock, Toni and Rodney Williams, Tommy Denney, Lynn Capes, Darlene and Steve Hammond, Dina and Tommy Thornton, Ampora and Daniel Ewing, Trey and Carolyn Valentine, Alan Frederick, Michael and Heather Frederick, Bryan and Karen Capes, Lori and Marty O'Kelley, Heath and Melissa Jackson, Whitney Jackson; great-nieces and great-nephews, Robby and Johnathan Case, Reannon and Trey Cool, Kayla Thornton and Andy Mays, Caitlin Ewing, Chris and Camden Valentine, Chris Williams, Jason Mock, Silina, Brandy, Travis Denney, Tiffany Cougar, Evelyn Frederick, Niki Frederick, Faith Frederick, Aaron Frederick, Ean Frederick, Camryn Frederick, Emma and _______ O'Kelley, Eli Capes, Johnathan Capes, Vinney Case, Gavin Case; several great-great-nieces and great-great-nephews; and Tim's precious, Emily.  

 

Family will have a Celebration of Life for Mr. Capes at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made, in honor of Tim, to any local church or charity of your choice.

Obit - Mary Burch

Mary A. Burch of Covington, passed away November 11, 2013, at the age of 92. Mrs. Burch was a choir member and longtime Sunday School teacher at both Porterdale and Oxford Baptist churches. She was a very Godly woman that loved the Lord, and was involved in the homebound ministry visiting the shut-in's. Mrs. Burch enjoyed cooking, sewing, gardening, reading, and working crossword puzzles. She loved her family dearly, and will be missed by all who knew her. She was preceded in death by her husband, William Herbert Burch; parents, Benson and Ruby (Piper) Adams; sister, Roberta "Bobbie" Ridling; and her brothers, Richard Adams, Carroll Adams, John Adams, Bill Adams and Edgar Adams.

 

Survivors include her daughter and son-in-law, Carol and Don Turner; grandchildren, Bryan Todd Davis, and wife, Brooke, Kellye Davis Williams, and husband, Benny, Kathy Turner Lynch, Caroline Davis Hargrove, and husband, Chad; great-grandchildren, Leigh, Addye, Melissa and Carlie Williams, Brett, Bryanna and Kyle Davis, Emma, Helena, Cora and Houston Hargrove, Patrick Sims, Chasity and Courtney Lynch; great-great-grandsons, Jonathan Green, Nolan Coles; brother, Larry Adams; sister-in-law, Betty Ann Madden; several nieces and nephews.

 

Funeral Services for Mrs. Burch will be held Thursday, November 14, 2013, 2:00 PM, at Oxford Baptist Church, with Dr. Alan Posey officiating, and interment following in Lawnwood Memorial Park. The family will receive friends at Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road, in Covington, Wednesday, November 13, from 4:00 – 7: 00 PM.

Obit - Nadine White Long

 

Nadine White Long of Porterdale passed away November 11, 2013 at Covington Manor Nursing Home.  She was 82 years of age at the time of her death.  Mrs. Long enjoyed sewing and reading.  She was a member of Central Community Church in Covington and will be remembered as a devoted wife, aunt, and friend to many.  Mrs. Long was preceded in death by her parents Rupert Eugene and Ammerett (Butler) White.

 

Mrs. Long is survived by her husband of 56 years, Donald H. Long of Covington; devoted family members, Jane Allen, Terrie Dickerson, Paul Autry, Robbie Autry, Debbie Roberson; as well as other nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews.

 

Funeral Services for Mrs. Long will be held at 4:00 P.M., Tuesday, November 12, 2013, at Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road, in Covington with Pastor Darrell Allen officiating.  Interment will follow in Lawnwood Memorial Park.  The family will receive friends at the funeral home two hours prior to the service, from 2:00 – 4:00 P.M.  Flowers are accepted or memorial donations may be made to Alzheimers Association, Georgia Chapter, 41 Perimeter Center East, Suite 550, Atlanta, GA  30346.

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Obit - Nancy Ann Bennett

Nancy Ann Bennett, of Social Circle, passed away on November 9, 2013, at the age of 71.  She was a devoted mother who loved spending time with her family.  Mrs. Bennett was preceded in death by her husband, Baxter Bennett; parents, Henry and Mary Rowell; sister, Linda Gail Cook.

 

Survivors include her children and their spouses, Sonya and Steve Bridges, Tina and Antony Saint, Jody Phillips, Melinda and Larry Conley, Mary and Dan Omstead, James and Maureen Watts; grandchildren, Stephanie Bridges, Miranda Barker, John Barker, Jr., Timothy Phillips, Amber Wilkins, Britt Williams, Ashlyn Conley, Breanna Omstead, Augustus Watts; great-grandsons, John Michael O'Kelley, John Dalton Barker, Brantley Williams, Caleb Phillips; sister, Kathy Wade; brother, James "Jimmy" Rowell, Jr.; several nieces and nephews.

 

Funeral Services for Mrs. Bennett will be held Tuesday, November 12, 2013, 11:30 AM, at the Chapel of Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road, in Covington, with Rev. Ann Butler officiating, and interment following in Lawnwood Memorial Park.  The family will receive friends at the funeral home Monday, November 11, from 6 – 9 PM.

Obit - Betty Jean Denton

Betty Jean Denton, of Covington, passed away on November 9, 2013, at the age of 86.  She was a dedicated mother who cherished her family.  She enjoyed cooking and taking care of her flowers.   Mrs. Denton was preceded in death by her husband, Larry Doyle Denton; parents, Mary and Floyd Beard; brothers, Floyd Beard, Jr., Robert James Beard.

 

Survivors include her children, Gloria Gilmer of Cordele, Carol Gilmer Cook of Leesburg, Noel H. Keller of Covington, Joseph A. and Celia Herman of Old Town, FL, Joy Denton Ethridge of Monticello, Larry R. Denton of Covington; sisters, Rebecca Hillhouse, Jessie Mae Rolison; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

 

A Graveside Service for Mrs. Denton will be held Tuesday, November 12, 2013, 11:00 AM, at Crest Lawn Memorial Park, in Atlanta. The family will receive friends at Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road, in Covington, Monday, November 11, from 4-7 PM.  Flowers accepted, or donations may be to the Arthritis Foundation, 1330 W. Peachtree Street, Suite 100, Atlanta, 30309, www.arthritis.org in her memory.

 

Obit - Mary Bowie Whittaker

Mary Bowie Whittaker, of Covington, passed away on November 8, 2013.  She was born February 5, 1932 in Manchester, Georgia, to Roy E. and Odessa Davis Bowie.  She graduated from Porterdale High School Class of 1949, and was also a graduate of Crawford W. Long School of Nursing.  Mrs. Whittaker worked as a surgical nurse at Georgia Baptist Hospital and for Dr. Charles Dowman for many years.  She was preceded in death by her beloved son, Joe Whittaker; brother, James Richard Bowie.

 

Survivors include her sister, Annese B. Mathews; niece, Annese Furis, her husband, Jim, and their sons, Alex and Zane; nephews, Chris Bowie, his wife, Barrie, and their children, Haden, Nathan and Caitlin; Brent Bowie; Richard Bowie, his wife Holly, and their daughters, Madison and Margaux; many cousins and dear friends.

 

A Graveside service will be held Saturday, November 16, 2013, 2:00 PM at Lawnwood Memoral Park with a reception following at Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road, in Covington.  In accordance with her wishes, the family requests no flowers.

 

 

 

Obit - Martha K. Hewell

Martha K. Hewell, of Social Circle, passed away on November 8, 2013, at the age of 84.  She was a member of County Line Baptist Church where she served as leader of the nursery department for many years.  She loved to bowl and watch old game shows, but most of all she loved to watch her grandchildren play baseball and softball.  She was preceded in death by her husband, William Hewell; grandson, Jake Hewell; granddaughter, Amanda Davenport.

 

Survivors include her daughters and son-in-law, LaVerne Davenport, Sue and Gary Digby, all of Covington; sons and daughters-in-law, Corrie and Sandra Hewell of Monticello, Ray and Marilyn Hewell of Covington; 13 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; 5 great-great-grandchildren; sisters and brother-in-law, Jean and Benny Puzzo of Lynn, MA, Linda Kitchens of Loganville; brother and sister-in-law, Coleman and Eula Ree Gibbs of Dolphin Island, AL; several nieces and nephews.

 

Funeral services for Mrs. Hewell will be held Sunday, November 10, 2013, 2:00 PM, at the chapel of Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road, in Covington, with Pastor Darrell Payne officiating, and interment following in Lawnwood Memorial Park.  The family will receive friends at the funeral home Saturday, November 9, from 6 – 8 PM.

 

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Obit - Evelyn Corinthia Daniel

Evelyn Corinthia Daniel of Monticello, passed away November 8, 2013, at the age of 77. She enjoyed reading, traveling to the beach, meeting new people and going to the casino. She loved her family, and will be missed by all who knew and loved her. She was preceded in death by her husband, Russell Daniel; her mother, Katherine Alliston; and her father, Otis Tinch.

 

Survivors include her daughter, Angelia Jones of Eatonton; son, Rusty Daniel of Monticello; three grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

Obit - C.F. Henderson

C.F. Henderson, of Covington, passed away on November 7, 2013, at the age of 91.  Mr. Henderson was employed by Firestone Tires in Covington for 17 years, and operated Henderson's Phillips 66 Station for many years.  After selling his gas station, he worked in construction with C.H. Berry.  He was a member of Grace Baptist Church where his son, Rev. Harold Ray Henderson served as pastor.  Prior to his membership at Grace, he was a member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church.  Mr. Henderson enjoyed blue grass music and played with several country and blue grass bands including the Pine Valley Boys.  He also loved horses.  He was preceded in death by his first wife, Woodie Faye (Garner) Henderson; children, Rev. Harold Ray Henderson, Peggy Henderson, Wayne Henderson, Tommy Henderson; parents, William and Mattie Mae (Hale) Henderson; sister, Maggie Mae Hails.

 

Survivors include his wife, Susie Myrtle Henderson; daughter-in-law, Patricia Henderson of Oxford; step-children and their spouses, Ann and Jerry Edge also of Oxford, Wayne and Kathy Dimsdale of Loganville; grandchildren, Kim Henderson, Keith and Paula Henderson, Scott and Keeva Henderson, Brad and Kristi Henderson; sister and brother-in-law, Audrey Owens and Walt Jenkins; step-grandchildren, Justin and Jaclyn Myers, Jason and Ali Geigerman, Richie and Karen Dimsdale, Tessa Dimsdale, Roy and Andrea Bolt, Doug and Carol Speight, Ron and Renee Edge; numerous great-grandchildren, step-great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

 

A Graveside Service for Mr. Henderson will be held Saturday, November 9, 2013, 2:00 PM, at Mt. Zion Baptist Cemetery, in Oxford, with Rev. Ashley Vaughn officiating. The family will receive friends at Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road, in Covington, prior to the service, from 11:30 – 1:30 PM.

 

 

Obit - Minnetta Nelms

Minnetta Nelms of Covington, passed away November 6, 2013, at the age of 78. Mrs. Nelms taught at Cousins Middle School for more than 30 years. She enjoyed cooking, sewing, gardening, and fishing. Mrs. Nelms loved her family dearly, and cherished her time with each of them.  

 

Survivors include her sons and daughter-in-law, Russell and Keely Nelms, Kevin Nelms; grandchildren, Justin Nelms, Jesse Nelms, Cameron Chambers, Keelyn Harper, Ethan Harper, all of Covington; several nieces and nephews.

 

A Graveside Service for Mrs. Nelms will be held Friday, November 8, 2013, 2:00 PM, at Shiloh United Methodist Cemetery, in Covington. The family will receive friends at Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road, in Covington, two hours prior to the service, from 12:00 – 2:00 PM.

 

Obit - Betty Jean "BJ" Mathis

Betty Jean "BJ" Mathis, 58, of Covington, passed away November 5, 2013. Betty Jean worked for Waffle House for more than 22 years. She was preceded in death by her father, Barney Joel Draper; and her sister, Earline Faulkner.

 

Survivors include her daughters and sons-in-law, Tangila and Ted Bowers, Daisy and Jody Harrison, all of Acworth; son, Charles Henderson of Covington; grandchildren, Iranda, Carissa, Dixie, Cody, Teddy, Trenton, Preston, Kaylee; 4 great-grandchildren; mother, Jimmie Draper of Covington; brother, Buddy Draper; several nieces, nephews and cousins.

 

Funeral Services for Betty Jean will be held Thursday, November 7, 2013, 3:00 PM, at the Chapel of Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road, in Covington, with Pastor Jody Harrison officiating, and interment following in Lawnwood Memorial Park. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Thursday, three hours prior to the service, from 12:00 – 3:00 PM.

Obit - Patricia Morrow Martin

Patricia Morrow Martin of Covington, passed away November 4, 2013, at the age of 83. She was a member of Julia A. Porter United Methodist Church, in Porterdale, and she enjoyed spending time with her friends. Ms. Martin was preceded in death by her son, Herschel Stokes; parents, Joseph and Ruby (Morris) Morrow; sister, Lois Armistead; and her brothers, Jack Morrow, Troy Morrow, Ray Morrow.

 

Survivors include her daughter, Jane S. White; grandchildren, Phillip and Anca White, W. Zachary White; brother, Morris L. Morrow; several nieces and nephews.

 

Funeral Services for Ms. Martin will be held Wednesday, November 6, 2013, 2:00 PM, at the Chapel of Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 3134 Floyd Street, in Covington, with Rev. Kelly Brisendine officiating, and interment following in Porterdale Baptist Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Wednesday, one hour prior to the service, from 1:00 – 2:00 PM.

Obit - John F. Hogan

John F. Hogan of Social Circle, passed away November 4, 2013, at the age of 86. Mr. Hogan was a lifelong resident of Walton County, and a faithful member of the First Baptist Church, in Social Circle. In addition, he was a member of Dawson Masonic Lodge # 68, also in Social Circle. He retired from the U.S. Department of Agriculture after 11 years of employment, and from Covington Furniture Company after 4 years of dedicated service. Mr. Hogan was a loving and devoted husband, father, brother and friend, and will be missed by all who knew him. He was preceded in death by his parents, Foster and Drue Willie Everett Hogan; and his sons and daughter-in-law, Tony Hogan, Mike and Gail Hogan.

 

Survivors include his loving wife of 63 years, Helen (Sullivan) Hogan; sister, Hazel Hogan of Mt. Dora, FL; sister-in-law, Joyce Knight of Social Circle; several nieces and nephews.

 

Funeral Services for Mr. Hogan will be held Thursday, November 7, 2013, 1:00 PM, at the First Baptist Church, in Social Circle, with Rev. Milton Wood and Mr. Bill Clegg officiating, and interment following in Social Circle City Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road, in Covington, Wednesday, November 6, from 2 – 4 PM and 6 – 8 PM. Flowers are accepted, or donations may be made to First Baptist Church of Social Circle, c/o Building Fund, P.O. Box 428, Social Circle, GA 30025.

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Obit - Barbara Samples

Barbara Miller Samples, 78, of Covington, passed away October 31, 2013. She was a former member of Lakewood Heights Baptist Church, in Atlanta. In 1972, Mrs. Samples moved her membership to the First Baptist Church, in Covington, where she taught Sunday School and attended the Lamp Bearers Sunday School Class. Her family was her priority, and while her children were young she volunteered as a Cub Scout Den Mother. In addition, she was involved with several civic groups and charitable organizations, including the DeKalb Junior Woman's Club, where she was awarded the Irene J. Watts Award in 1969. Mrs. Samples worked in many occupations including Georgia Highway Express, Sarah Coventry Jewelry, Rich's Department Store, and the Medical Arts Pharmacy. She had a lifelong love for horses, and showed Arabian horses over the southeastern United States for more than 30 years. She enjoyed roller skating and traveling with her husband and the Georgia Senior Golfers Association. Mrs. Samples was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend, and will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her. She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Ruth (Kesler) Miller; and her brothers, Ralph Miller and Cecil Miller.

 

Survivors include her husband of 59 years, Robert E. (Bob) Samples; daughter, Brenda Gail Jones of Covington; son and daughter-in-law, Stan and Karen Samples of Suwanee; grandchildren, Robert Coleman Jones, Melissa Kessler Jones, Trevor Colin Samples, Chloe Brittain Samples; sisters, Betty Davis of Hoschton, GA, Runnell Lykins of Peoria, IL; several nieces and nephews.

 

Funeral Services for Mrs. Samples will be held Monday, November 4, 2013, 11:00 AM, at the First Baptist Church, with Rev. Charles Reynolds officiating, and interment following in Lawnwood Memorial Park. The family will receive friends at Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road, in Covington, Sunday, November 3, from 4:00 – 6:00 PM. Flowers are accepted, or donations may be made to First Baptist Church, c/o Sanctuary Renovation Fund, 1139 Usher Street NW, Covington, GA 30014.

Obit - Barbara Staples - ARRANGEMENTS INCOMPLETE

Please disregard the arrangements on Mrs. Staples that were previously sent. Arrangements are pending until we send another obituary announcement.

Thank you.

 

Kari Saunchegraw
Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home
1215 Access Rd.
Covington, GA 30014
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Obit: Barbara Miller Samples

Barbara Miller Samples, 78, of Covington, passed away October 31, 2013. She was a former member of Lakewood Heights Baptist Church, in Atlanta. In 1972, Mrs. Samples moved her membership to the First Baptist Church, in Covington, where she taught Sunday School and attended the Lamp Bearers Sunday School Class. Her family was her priority, and while her children were young she volunteered as a Cub Scout Den Mother. In addition, she was involved with several civic groups and charitable organizations, including the DeKalb Junior Woman's Club, where she was awarded the Irene J. Watts Award in 1969. Mrs. Samples worked in many occupations including Georgia Highway Express, Sarah Coventry Jewelry, Rich's Department Store, and the Medical Arts Pharmacy. She had a lifelong love for horses, and showed Arabian horses over the southeastern United States for more than 30 years. She enjoyed roller skating and traveling with her husband and the Georgia Senior Golfers Association. Mrs. Samples was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend, and will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her. She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Ruth (Kesler) Miller; and her brothers, Ralph Miller and Cecil Miller.

 

Survivors include her husband of 59 years, Robert E. (Bob) Samples; daughter, Brenda Gail Jones of Covington; son and daughter-in-law, Stan and Karen Samples of Suwanee; grandchildren, Robert Coleman Jones, Melissa Kessler Jones, Trevor Colin Samples, Chloe Brittain Samples; sisters, Betty Davis of Hoschton, GA, Runnell Lykins of Peoria, IL; several nieces and nephews.

 

Funeral Services for Mrs. Samples will be held Monday, November 4, 2013, 11:00 AM, at the First Baptist Church, with Rev. Charles Reynolds and Rev. J.J. Wilson officiating, and interment following in Lawnwood Memorial Park. The family will receive friends at Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road, in Covington, Sunday, November 3, from 4:00 – 6:00 PM. Flowers are accepted, or donations may be made to First Baptist Church, c/o Sanctuary Renovation Fund, 1139 Usher Street NW, Covington, GA 30014.