Obit - Juliana Rogers

Juliana Rogers of Conyers, passed away January 30, 2014, at the age of 62. Juliana was a loving and devoted mother and grandmother. Her children and grandchildren were her world, and she dedicated her life to them all. She enjoyed traveling to the beach, and loved baking and cooking for her family and friends.

 

Survivors include her husband, Roy “Papa Roy” Rogers; daughter, Malesa Faircloth of Conyers; son, Wendell Hill of Snellville; grandchildren, Hunter Faircloth, Grace Marie Faircloth, Jeremy Hill, Bailey Hill; longtime friends, Shirley Puckett, Sandra Alread and Anita Johnson.

 

Funeral Services for Juliana will be held Sunday, February 2, 2014, 1:00 PM, at the Chapel of Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 3134 Floyd Street, in Covington, with Pastor Jason Coussons and Pastor Curt Zehner officiating. The family will receive friends following the service until 2:30 PM.

Obit - Raymond Lee Mathis

Raymond Lee Mathis of Covington, passed away January 30, 2014, at the age of 60. Raymond was a hardworking man who would give the shirt off his back to help anyone in need. He loved life, never let anything get him down, had a great sense of humor and was always making people laugh. Raymond adored his family, enjoyed spoiling his children, and will be greatly missed by all who knew him. He enjoyed spending time outdoors and going fishing. Preceding him in death were his parents, Ellis Grover and Marie (Woodard) Mathis.  

 

Survivors include his son and daughter-in-law, John and Melissa Mathis of Covington; wife, Peggy Jean Mathis of Monroe; daughter and son-in-law, Stephanie Ann and Brian Krilla of Jonesboro; granddaughters, Kassidy Turner, Brittany Speer; great-granddaughters, Kinsley Booth, Annsleigh Speer; sisters and brothers-in-law, Linda and David Kinney of Lawrenceville, Wanda and Ray Hall of Covington, Brenda Mathis, Carolyn and Jon Gilbert, all of Grayson, Jackie Williams of Loganville, Pamela and Wade Hall of Dacula, Rebecca and Lamar Wood of Snellville, Lisa Garmon of Dacula, Sandra Mobley of Lawrenceville; brothers and sister-in-law, Randall and Marsh Mathis of Conley, Johnny Mathis of Monroe; close friend, Richard Bennett; several nieces and nephews.

 

A Memorial Service for Raymond will be held by his family at a later date.

REVISED Obit - Grace Robinson

Grace Ellen Robinson of Monroe, passed away January 28, 2014, at the age of 86. For more than 20 years, Mrs. Robinson volunteered her time assisting patients at Monroe Regional Hospital. She loved her family dearly, and will be missed by all who knew her. Mrs. Robinson was preceded in death by her son, Arthur Lewis Robinson, Jr.; parents, Roscoe Elliot, Sr., and Grace Isabel (Bosshard) Dann; sisters, Barbara Mae Dann, Helen (Dann) Johnson; and her brother, Roscoe Dann.

 

Survivors include her husband, Arthur Robinson of Monroe; son and daughter-in-law, Patrick and Rhonda Robinson of Covington; daughter-in-law, Cindy Robinson; grandchildren, James Robinson, Troy Robinson, Emmett Robinson, Emily Robinson; great-grandchildren, Josie Robinson, Sadie Robinson; sister-in-law, Elfriede Dann; several nieces and nephews.

 

A Graveside Service for Mrs. Robinson will be held Saturday, February 1, 2014, 2:00 PM, at Lawnwood Memorial Park, 1111 Access Road, in Covington. The family will receive friends at Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 3134 Floyd Street, in Covington, Friday, January 31, from 5:00 – 7:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made, in Mrs. Robinson’s memory, to Abbey Hospice Foundation, P.O. Box 68, Social Circle, GA 30025.

Obit- Libby Grace Zackoski

Libby Grace Zackoski, infant daughter of Denise and Jeremy Zackoski of Covington passed away January 28, 2014, at Gwinnett Medical Center.  God gave us an angel for a short time who touched a lot of lives in six days and will be greatly missed.  Libby Grace was preceded in death by her great-grandfather, Milton Grant.

 

Survivors include her parents, Denise and Jeremy Zackoski of Covington; grandparents, Larry and Regina Grant of Newnan, Stan and Judy Zackoski of Murphysboro, TN; aunt, Danielle Grant of Newnan, great-grandparents, Jean Grant, James and Frances Norsworthy, all of LaGrange.

 

 Funeral Services for Libby Grace will be held at 3:00 P.M., Sunday, February 2, at Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 3134 Floyd Street, in Covington, with Rev. Kelly Brisendine officiating..  The family will receive friends at the funeral home two hours prior to the service, from 1:00 - 3:00 P.M.

REVISED Obit - Grace Ellen Robinson

Grace Ellen Robinson of Monroe, passed away January 28, 2014, at the age of 86. For more than 20 years, Mrs. Robinson volunteered her time assisting patients at Monroe Regional Hospital. She loved her family dearly, and will be missed by all who knew her. Mrs. Robinson was preceded in death by her son, Arthur Lewis Robinson, Jr.; parents, Roscoe Elliot, Sr., and Grace Isabel (Bosshard) Dann; sisters, Barbara Mae Dann, Helen (Dann) Johnson; and her brother, Roscoe Dann.

 

Survivors include her husband, Arthur Robinson of Monroe; son and daughter-in-law, Patrick and Rhonda Robinson of Covington; daughter-in-law, Cindy Robinson; grandchildren, James Robinson, Troy Robinson, Emmett Robinson, Emily Robinson; great-grandchildren, Josie Robinson, Sadie Robinson; several nieces and nephews.

 

A Graveside Service for Mrs. Robinson will be held Saturday, February 1, 2014, 2:00 PM, at Lawnwood Memorial Park, 1111 Access Road, in Covington. The family will receive friends at Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 3134 Floyd Street, in Covington, Friday, January 31, from 5:00 – 7:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made, in Mrs. Robinson’s memory, to Abbey Hospice Foundation, P.O. Box 68, Social Circle, GA 30025.

Obit - Grace Ellen Robinson

Grace Ellen Robinson of Monroe, passed away January 28, 2014, at the age of 86. For more than 20 years, Mrs. Robinson volunteered her time assisting patients at Monroe Regional Hospital. She loved her family dearly, and will be missed by all who knew her. Mrs. Robinson was preceded in death by her son, Arthur Lewis Robinson, Jr.; parents, Roscoe Elliot, Sr., and Grace Isabel (Bosshard) Dann; and her brother, Roscoe Dann.

 

Survivors include her husband, Arthur Robinson of Monroe; son and daughter-in-law, Patrick and Rhonda Robinson of Covington; daughter-in-law, Cindy Robinson; grandchildren, James Robinson, Troy Robinson, Emmett Robinson, Emily Robinson; great-grandchildren, Josie Robinson, Sadie Robinson; several nieces and nephews.

 

A Graveside Service for Mrs. Robinson will be held Saturday, February 1, 2014, 2:00 PM, at Lawnwood Memorial Park, 1111 Access Road, in Covington. The family will receive friends at Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 3134 Floyd Street, in Covington, Friday, January 31, from 5:00 – 7:00 PM.

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REVISED Obit - Jessica Neeley

Jessica Neeley of Covington, passed away January 23, 2014, at the age 23.  She was a wonderful wife and mother.  She loved her children dearly.  She also loved her family and the Lord.  A southern girl at heart, she lived life to the fullest.  Jessica was a free spirit and enjoyed all forms of art including body art.  She was a great friend and would defend her friends to the end.   

 

Survivors include her husband, Josh Neeley of Covington; son, Zachary; daughter, Donna; father and mother, Andy and Dawn Humphries of Oxford; mother and father, Patricia and Jeff Martin of Rogers, AR; sisters, Nancy Jones, Katlyn Del-Cid, Katelyn Blackstock; brothers, Aaron Humphries, C.J. Johns, Joshua Lennox, Nathan Martin, Daniel Martin; grandparents, Gary and Mary Jones of Warne, NC; extended family of aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.  

 

Funeral Services for Jessica will be held Tuesday, January 28, 2014, 3:00 PM, at the Chapel of Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 3134 Floyd Street, in Covington, with Pastor Leon Bohanan officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home, two hours prior to the service, from 1:00 – 3:00 PM.   In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, P.O. Box 630, Covington, Georgia 30015.

Obit - Jessica Neeley

Jessica Neeley, of Covington, passed away January 23, 2014, at the age 23.  She was a wonderful wife and mother.  She loved her children dearly.  She also loved her family and the Lord.  A southern girl at heart, she lived life to the fullest.  Jessica was a free spirit and enjoyed all forms of art including body art.  She was a great friend and would defend her friends to the end.   

 

Survivors include her husband, Josh Neeley of Covington; son, Zachary; daughter, Donna; father and mother, Andy and Dawn Humphries of Oxford; mother and father, Patricia and Jeff Martin of Rogers, AR; sisters, Nancy Jones, Katlyn Del-Cid, Katelyn Blackstock; brothers, Aaron Humphries, C.J. Johns; grandparents, Gary and Mary Jones of Warne NC; extended family of aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.  

 

Funeral Services for Jessica will be held Tuesday, January 28, 2014, 3:00 PM, at the Chapel of Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 3134 Floyd Street, in Covington, with Pastor Leon Bohanan officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home 2 hours prior to the service, from 1:00 – 3:00 PM.   In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, P.O. Box 630, Covington, Georgia, 30015.

 

 

 

 

Obit - Betty Anne James

Betty Anne James of Atlanta, passed away January 23, 2014, at the age of 80. Mrs. James was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother. Her life revolved around her family, but above all she enjoyed spending time with her children and grandchildren. She enjoyed cooking, and especially liked preparing her baked spaghetti, chicken and dumplings, chocolate pie and her famous homemade biscuits. Mrs. James will be missed by all who loved and adored her. She was the last surviving child of her 12 siblings. In addition, she was preceded in death by her husband, Howard Crawford James; children, Cherry Anne Johnson, Timothy Shawn James, Dennis Michael (Mike) Johnson; great-grandchildren, Nikia Leann Cronan, Logan Daniel Thacker; and her parents, Charles Victor and Rose (Martin) Smith.

 

Survivors include her daughters and son-in-law, Vikki McConnell of Danbury, TX, Susan Tate of Bethlehem, GA, Karen Thacker of Covington, Debbie and Alvin Cronan of Cohutta, GA; son, Scott James of Atlanta; grandchildren, Janna Tully, Jason Brown, Aaron Brown, Ryan Brown, Leigh Phillips, Tommy Anderson, Christopher Anderson, Jessica Mize, Michael Brian Johnson, Jennifer Peace, Terry Thacker, Tiffany Wilkins, Tammy Sinyard, Kimberly Oakley, Nicholas Cronan, Jeremy Cronan; 30 great-grandchildren; 2 great-great-grandchildren; sisters-in-law, Faye Smith of Covington, Margie Allen of Porterdale; and her very special friend, Ann Satterfield of Cumming.

 

Funeral Services for Mrs. James will be held Sunday, January 26, 2014, at 2:00 PM, at the Chapel of Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 3134 Floyd Street, in Covington, with Pastor Ray Seaton officiating, and interment following in Lawnwood Memorial Park. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Saturday, January 25, from 6:00 – 9:00 PM.  

REVISED Obit - Joy Trapp

Joy Trapp of Conyers, passed away January 18, 2014, at the age of 54. Joy was a very generous and loving mother who gave her all for the ones she loved. She lived for her family, and considered herself graced and honored to have her grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bruce Trapp; parents, Mr. and Mrs. James and Lois Davis; sister, Gloria Penn; and her brother, Tommy Davis.

 

Survivors include her former husband, Kenneth Johnson; son, Ken Johnson, both of Conyers; grandchildren, Ken and Ben Johnson of Tennessee; sisters and brother-in-law, Sandra and Buddy Dean of Ellaville, GA, Ginny Gordon of Americus; brother, James Davis, Jr., of Americus; sister-in-law, Elaine Davis; several nieces and nephews.

 

Funeral Services for Joy will be held Saturday, January 25, 2014, 3:00 PM, at the Chapel of Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 3134 Floyd Street, in Covington, with interment following in Lawnwood Memorial Park. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Saturday, two hours prior to the service, from 1:00 – 3:00 PM.

Obit - Joy Trapp

Joy Trapp of Conyers, passed away January 18, 2014, at the age of 54. Joy was a very generous and loving mother who gave her all for the ones she loved. She lived for her family, and considered herself graced and honored to have her grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bruce Trapp; parents, Mr. and Mrs. James and Lois Davis; sister, Gloria Tenn; and her brother, Tommy Davis.

 

Survivors include her former husband, Kenneth Johnson; son, Ken Johnson, both of Conyers; grandchildren, Ken and Ben Johnson of Albany; sisters and brother-in-law, Sandra and Buddy Dean of Ellaville, GA, Jinny Davis of Americus; brother, James Davis, Jr., of Americus; sister-in-law, Elaine Davis; several nieces and nephews.

 

Funeral Services for Joy will be held Saturday, January 25, 2014, 3:00 PM, at the Chapel of Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 3134 Floyd Street, in Covington, with interment following in Lawnwood Memorial Park. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Saturday, two hours prior to the service, from 1:00 – 3:00 PM.

 

Obit - Mary Lee Millican

Mary Lee Millican of Newborn, passed away January 21, 2014, at the age of 73. Mrs. Millican loved her family dearly and devoted her time to them. She especially enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren. She was a member of Faith United Methodist Church, in Riverdale. Mrs. Millican was preceded in death by her husband, William Olan Millican; mother, Lillian Othera (Newton) Gaddis; father, Sam Tribble Smith; and her brother, Sam Gaddis.

 

Survivors include her daughters and son-in-law, Carol and John Jones, Cathy Williams, all of Mansfield;  grandchildren, Brandon Jones, Amanda Jones, Jacob Cavo-Williams; brothers, David Gaddis, Frank Gaddis; several nieces, nephews and cousins.

 

Funeral Services for Mrs. Millican will be held Saturday, January 25, 2014, 12:00 PM, at Eastridge Community Church, 863 Highway 142 E, in Covington, and interment following in College Park Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 3134 Floyd Street, in Covington, Friday, January 24, from 5:00 – 8:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her honor to the American Cancer Society, 1684 Barnett Shoals Road, Athens, GA 30605; or the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 840692, Dallas, TX 75284.

Obit - John Harold Cowart

John Harold Cowart of Covington, passed away January 19, 2014, at the age of 84.  Mr. Cowart was a veteran of the United States Army, having proudly served his country during the Korean War. His grandson, Michael Frank, is currently serving in Afghanistan as a MedEvac pilot. Mr. Cowart enjoyed fishing, camping and traveling. He was a loving and devoted husband, father, grandpa, great-grandpa and friend to many. He was preceded in death by his parents, U.C.  and Annie Cowart.

Survivors include his wife, Doris Willene Cowart of Covington; son and daughter-in-law, Steve and Mary Cowart of Oxford; daughter and son-in-law, Linda Frank Barker and Alan Barker of Conyers; granddaughter, Katie Frank of Atlanta; grandson, Michael and Cheryl Frank; great-granddaughter, Brooklyn Frank, all of Denver, CO; his brothers; several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Funeral Services for Mr. Cowart will be held Wednesday, January 22, 2014, 2:00 PM, at the Chapel of Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 3134 Floyd Street, in Covington, with Pastor Linda Baughtman officiating, and interment following in Lawnwood Memorial Park. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Wednesday, one hour prior to the service, from 1:00 – 2:00 PM. Flowers are accepted, or donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association – Georgia Chapter, 41 Perimeter Center East, Suite 550, Atlanta, GA  30346.

Revised Obit - Herbert Marvin Beasley

Herbert Marvin Beasley, of Covington, passed away on January 18, 2014, at the age of 67.  A hard worker and great provider for his family, he worked as a dump truck driver for Jimmy Harris Trucking. He was caring, understanding, and dependable.  Whatever he committed to, he would do.  He was also an outdoorsman and enjoyed going to the drag races in Eatonton.  Mr. Beasley was preceded in death by his brother, J.T. Beasley.

 

Survivors include his wife, Edna Joyce Beasley of Covington; daughter, Crystal Beasley; son, Herbert David Beasley, both of Covington; nephews, Ricky Beasley of Newborn, Ronnie Beasley of Monticello, Donnie Beasley of Mansfield; great-niece, Christina Beasley Huseman of Covington; sister-in-law, Myrtle Beasley.

 

In accordance with his wishes, he will be cremated.  A Memorial Service will be held at a later date.

 

 

 

 

Obit - Herbert Marvin Beasley

Herbert Marvin Beasley, of Covington, passed away on January 18, 2014, at the age of 67.  A hard worker and great provider for his family, he worked as a dump truck driver for Jimmy Harris Trucking. He was caring, understanding, and dependable.  Whatever he committed to, he would do.  He was also an outdoorsman and enjoyed going to the drag races in Eatonton.  Mr. Beasley was preceded in death by his brother and sister-in-law, J.T. and Myrtle Beasley.

 

Survivors include his wife, Edna Joyce Beasley of Covington; daughter, Crystal Beasley; son, Herbert David Beasley, both of Covington; nephews, Ricky Beasley of Newborn, Ronnie Beasley of Monticello, Donnie Beasley of Covington; niece, Christina Beasley Huseman, also of Covington.

 

In accordance with his wishes, he will be cremated.  A Memorial Service will be held at a later date.

 

 

 

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Obit - Ruth Ricks

Ruth Ricks, of Covington, passed away on January 17, 2014, at the age of 79.  Her favorite thing to do was to watch old western movies.  She also loved working in her yard taking care of her flowers.  When she was able, she enjoyed fishing, camping and sewing. Mrs. Ricks was preceded in death by her first husband, Aaron Ricks; parents, James W. and Winfred (Saxon) Bruce.

 

Survivors include her husband, William Robinson of Covington; daughters and sons-in-law, JoAnn and Carl Chancey of Conyers, Deborah and Charles Pitts of Covington; 13 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; sisters, Jan Mitchell, Jackie Sheriff; brothers, Gene Bruce, Hoyt Bruce, Edsel Bruce; several nieces and nephews.

 

A graveside service for Mrs. Ricks will be held Monday, January 20, 2014, 2:00 PM, at Honey Creek Baptist Church Cemetery, in Conyers.  The family will receive friends at Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 3134 Floyd Street, Sunday, January 19, from 4:00 to 8:00 PM. 

 

 

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Obit - Rafael Menchaca

Rafael Menchaca, age 39, of Covington, passed away January 8, 2014.  Rafael was proud of his heritage, and he loved spending time with his family – especially his children. He loved everything he did, and was always in a good mood, playing jokes and making everyone laugh. He enjoyed listening to music, riding horses, and going to his son, Ricardo's, baseball games. Rafael was preceded in death by his son, Josue Menchaca; and his father, Urbano Menchaca.

 

Survivors include his wife, Erika Hernandez; daughters, Ruby Menchaca and Tania Menchaca; sons, Erik Menchaca and Ricardo Menchaca; mother, Ofelia Delgado; sisters, Marta Menchaca, Nancy Menchaca, Susana Menchaca; brother, Alonso Menchaca; several nieces and nephews; as well as many loved ones and friends.

 

A Funeral Mass for Rafael will be held Saturday, January 18, 2014, 1:00 PM, at St. Augustine Catholic Church in Covington, with Rev. Roberto A. Orellana officiating and interment following in Lawnwood Memorial Park. The family will receive friends at Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 3134 Floyd Street, Covington, Friday, January 17, from 5:00 – 9:00 PM.

 

Obit - Dennis Fisher

Dennis Fisher of Monticello, passed away January 14, 2014, at the age of 44. He enjoyed hunting and fishing with his dad, and will be missed by all who knew and loved him.

 

He is survived by his father and step-mother, Bernie and Judy Fisher of Monticello; mother, Carol Lowery of Johnstown, NY; brothers, Tim Fisher of Johnstown, NY, Tommy Fisher of Monticello; step-grandparents, Bill and Jackie Thomason of Monticello; several nieces and nephews.

 

Funeral Services for Dennis will be held Sunday, January 19, 2014, 2:00 PM, at the Chapel of Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 3134 Floyd Street, in Covington, with Rev. Ed Lewallen officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Saturday, January 18, from 5:00 – 7:00 PM.

 

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obit - Elsie Crawford

Elsie Eidson Crawford, 90, of Covington, passed away on Tuesday, January 14, at Abbey Hospice in Social Circle.  A native of Carrollton, she had called Covington home since 1950.  Mrs. Crawford was a longtime member of First Baptist Church, Covington.  She retired from Grand Union (Colonial Stores) with 37 years of service.  Mrs. Crawford was preceded in death by her parents, Landis Aquillian and Rebecca McCollum Eidson; her beloved husband, Newell Crawford; and her sister, Ruth Eidson Williams.

 

Survivors include her daughter and son-in-law, Carole and Steve Denman of Watkinsville; her two adored granddaughters, Katie Denman of Athens and Laura Denman of Augusta.  She is also survived by dear family friend, Dot Norton of Tucker, and several nieces and nephews.

 

Funeral Services for Mrs. Crawford will be held 11:00 AM, Thursday, January 16, at First Baptist Church, Covington with Rev. Charles Reynolds and Steve Aldridge officiating.  The family will receive friends at Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 3134 Floyd Street, Covington, Wednesday, January 15, from 5:00-7:00 PM.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Mrs. Crawford's memory to the First Baptist Church, 1139 Usher Street, Covington, GA 30014 or the Newton County Library, 7116 Floyd Street NE, Covington, GA 30014.

Obit - Major (Ret.) Venon Ison

Major Venon Harrison (Vic) Ison, Retired, of Covington passed away at the age of 90 on January 13, 2014. Major Ison was born on November 19, 1923 in Cumberland, Kentucky. He is the son of the late Nick and Jane Ison.

Major Ison joined the United States Marine Corps in 1940 at the age of 17. He fought his way across the Pacific in World War II, experiencing several close calls along the way. In 1945, he was in the third wave to land on Iwo Jima - a member of the Fourth Marine Division, the Fighting Fourth. Iwo Jima provided an iconic moment in Marine Corps and American history: the flag raising on Mount Suribachi. Major Ison was critically wounded at Iwo Jima when a B-29 bomber landed in the foxhole with him. During World War II, he also served on Saipan and in other campaigns. Major Vic Ison earned a Purple Heart on Saipan after volunteering for a detail to recover troops lost in enemy fire. He was wounded by a sniper, but stayed to complete his mission of recovering the bodies of American soldiers. 

Major Ison left the Marines in 1946 to enroll in school for membership in the Special Services under President Harry Truman, but returned to serve his country during the Korean War, this time as a commissioned lieutenant in the United States Army. During his tenure in Korea, he was critically wounded a second time - this time in a Jeep wrecked while being fired on by the enemy. In this incident, the "Major" sustained a crushed pelvis. Vic Ison continued to serve his country, achieving the rank of Major before his retirement in 1962. 

Following his retirement from military service, Major Ison began a second career with the State of Georgia in the role of Supervisor of Examiners for the Industrial Loan Department in 1963. He retired from the state government in 1988 with 25 years of service.

Major Vic Ison was a faithful member of Oxford Baptist Church. It was important to him to be in church every Sunday until his last days. He was preceded in death by his wife, Fran Ison; his parents, Nick and Jane Ison; brothers, Manous (Matilda) Ison and Henry (Florence) Ison; and sisters, Goldie Barnes, Cledia (Arnold) Ison, and Mary (Ben) Kirby; and son-in-law, Harold Brown. 

Major Ison is survived by four daughters, Teresa (Alan) Tabor, Sandi (Tom) Woodall, Becky Brown, Karen (John) Carroll; grandson, Matt Loper and grandchildren, Tammy (Brown) and Matt Schroeder, Kyle Woodall, Alisa (Tabor) and Ed Hofmann; great-grandchildren, Collin and Carson Schroeder, Inara Hofmann. He and his family are grateful to his devoted caregivers, Vera Hendrix, Latoya Cooksey, Catherine Smith; and to his best friend, Ron Barker. Also, a special thanks goes to Dr. Jim Stillerman and his staff, along with the staff at Abbey Hospice, for the kindness and concern shown to the "Major" and his family.

 

Funeral Services for Major Ison will be held Friday, January 17, 2014, 11:00 AM, at Oxford Baptist Church, with Rev. Andy Brown, Dr. Tracey Brinson, and Dr. Alan Posey officiating, and entombment following in Memory Chapel Mausoleum at Lawnwood Memorial Park. The family will receive friends at Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 3134 Floyd Street, in Covington, Thursday, January 16, from 5:00 – 8:00 PM. Flowers are accepted, or donations may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, Kansas 66675.  got@woundedwarriorproject.org

Obit - Mamie Collins

Mamie Collins of Covington, passed away January 12, 2014, at the age of 75. Mrs. Collins had a caring heart, always wanted to help others, and made sure to tell those closest to her just how much she loved them. She was an amazing woman, with the will to fight, and courageously fought two battles with cancer and a long fight with heart disease. She loved and cared for her family deeply, and although she will be greatly missed by those who knew her, she is now with her Lord and Savior, her grandson, and all her loved ones who have gone before her. She was preceded in death by her husband, Steven E. Collins; grandson, Christopher Colwell; parents, Ernest B. and Myrtle (Ward) Christopher; sister, Dorothy McGill; and her brother, Marion H. Christopher. 

 

Survivors include her daughters and son-in-law, Debora and Randy Clarke, Tina Collins; son, Anthony Collins, all of Covington; granddaughter, Kimberly A. Atkins; great-grandson, Elijah Bonzo, both of Conyers; brother and sister-in-law, John B. and Charlotte Christopher of Ocala, FL; several nieces and nephews.

 

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

Linnette Louise Thorpe

Linnette Louise Thorpe, age 87, of Covington, passed away Sunday, January 12, 2014.  She was a member of the Riverside Nursing Home Redhatters and Good Hope Baptist Church in Covington.  Mrs. Thorpe was a Licensed Evangelist and achieved being the first kindergarten teacher in Charlestown-St. Mary, Jamaica.  She was an Allied Health Careers Graduate and completed the Home Attendant Training Program, which qualified her to be a Certified Nursing Assistant.  She had a strong work ethic, having worked 23 years both as a CNA and for Kenny National.  Mrs. Thorpe was preceded in death by her husband, Eustice Jerieson Thorpe; son, Marciano Thorpe; parents, Wilford and Ada (Williams) Robinson; sisters, Inez McFarland, Fredricka Weatherly, Icilda Robinson; and brother, Ivan Robinson.

 

Survivors include her daughter, Barbara Jean Thorpe of Decatur; son, Winston Alexander (Philroedna) Thorpe of Covington; grandchildren, Christine Thorpe, Franklin Thorpe, Pamela Thorpe, Omar Fritz, Dowayne Fritz, Noah Thorpe, Jason Thorpe; 10 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great-granddaughter; brothers, Sylvester Robinson, Wilford Robinson, Bertie Robinson; as well as a host of relatives and friends. 

 

Funeral Services for Mrs. Thorpe will be held at 11:00 A.M., Saturday, January 18, at Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 3134 Floyd Street, in Covington.  The family will receive friends at the funeral home Friday, January 17, from 6:00 – 8:00 P.M.

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Obit - Elizabeth A. Crenshaw-Brown

Elizabeth A. Crenshaw-Brown, of Monticello, passed away on January 10, 2014, at the age of 84.   She retired from Foote Davies Printing Company after 30 years of service. She loved her family dearly and enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  She also enjoyed spending time with her family while camping, traveling and especially during the holidays.  Mrs. Brown was preceded in death by her husbands, Charles Edward Crenshaw and Marvin M. Brown; son, Charles Edwin Crenshaw; sisters, Clara Gibby, Polly Thomas; brothers, Harvey Awtrey, Johnny Awtrey.

 

Survivors include her son and daughter-in-law, Edward and Shirley Crenshaw of Monticello; grandchildren and their spouses, Allen and Kelly Crenshaw of Williamson, GA, Michelle and Robbie Brown of Loganville, Crystal and Brandon Terry of Buford, Nathan Crenshaw of Monticello; great-grandchildren, Melanie, Brooke, Matthew, Lauren, Eathan, Andrea, Caleb, Alana, Easton; great-great-granddaughter, Madelynn Hill; brothers; Jack Awtrey, David Awtrey; several nieces and nephews.

 

Funeral Services for Mrs. Brown will be held Tuesday, January 14, 2014, 12:00 PM, noon, at the Chapel of Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 3134 Floyd Street, in Covington, with Rev. Mike Smith officiating, and interment following in Resthaven Gardens of Memory, in Decatur.  The family will receive friends at the funeral home 2 hours prior to the service from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM.

 

 

Obit - Betty J. Mallett

Betty J. Mallett, of Covington, passed away on January 10, 2014, at the age of 82.  A homemaker and mother of three, she loved her family dearly.  She volunteered with the Hospital Axillary and was involved with the Women's Club and PTA.  She enjoyed amateur art and gardening.  Mrs. Mallett was preceded in death by her parents, William T. and Lelia (Harrison) Martin; brothers, Wayne H. Martin and James Martin.

 

Survivors include her husband, Allen Baxley Mallett; sons and daughters-in-law, Allen B. Mallett, Jr. and Pamela J. Etu, William T. and Candace Mallett, Edward D. and Georgiana Mallett; grandchildren, April Mallett, Peter Mallett, Daniel Mallett, David Mallett, Chris Mallett; great-granddaughter, Maddie Cournoyer.

 

A graveside service for Mrs. Mallett will be held Wednesday, January 15, 2014, 10:00 AM, at Lawnwood Memorial Park, in Covington, with Dr. Susan Taylor officiating.  The family will receive friends at Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 3134 Floyd Street, Tuesday, January 14, from 5:00 to 6:30 PM.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to Starrsville United Methodist Church, 2786 Dixie Road, Covington, Georgia, 30014.

 

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Obit - Irvin Custer Dean

Irvin Dean, 78, of Conyers, GA, passed away peacefully in his sleep, January 5, 2014. He was born September 2, 1935, at home in Meador, WV. Irvin was a veteran of the U.S. Navy, and was a lifelong coal miner. He worked for U.S. Steel where he earned a reputation as a great belt foreman. Whether known as 'Irvin' to his co-workers, or 'Cus' or 'Uncle Cus' to his family and friends, he was a hard worker and loved to work his land. He was known for his ingenuity and work ethic, as both were a big part of him. He was as much a part of the mountains as the mountains were a part of him. He will be missed by all who knew him. Irvin was preceded in death by his loving wife, Bonnie J. Dean; parents, Dock and Pauline (Mitchell) Dean; brothers, Sherlock and Lowell Dean; and his grandparents, Alonzo and Nancy E. (Varney) Dean.

 

Survivors include his children, Melanie Clouse of Conyers, GA, Irvin Kim Dean of Knoxville, TN, Tim and Sheila Dean of Jacksonville, FL; grandchildren, Arika, Ethan, Olivia and Caleb Dean, Lucas Dean, William Griffith and Christina Clouse. 

 

Services for Custer and his wife, Bonnie, will be held at a later date. They will be interred in Blackberry City, WV, beside his parents. Forever together, in life and death, Irvin C. and Bonnie Dean.

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Obit - Ximena Coady

Ximena Coady of Covington passed away January 1, 2014, at the age of 89. Mrs. Coady enjoyed being outdoors and working in her garden. She loved her family dearly, and enjoyed cooking and spending time with them. She was preceded in death by her husband, William Edward Coady; and her parents, Ed Andrew and Clara Belle (Mason) Stokes.

 

Survivors include her daughter, Sandra Bramblett of Conyers; son and daughter-in-law, Steve and Kim Coady of Covington; grandchildren, Jonathan and April Bramblett of Monroe, Erin and Chris Kinard, Will and Kelly Coady, all of Covington; great-grandchildren, Lane Bramblett, Riley Bramblett, Abby Castellana, Justin Kinard, Collin Ross Kinard, Gracyn Kinard; sisters, Shirley Cody, Joyce Bourne of Conyers; several nieces and nephews; and her caregivers, Norma Amerson and Sherry Wilkins.

 

A Graveside Service for Mrs. Coady will be held Saturday, January 4, 2014, 2:00 PM, at Lawnwood Memorial Park, with Rev. J. Clifton Brown officiating. The family will receive friends at Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 3134 Floyd Street, in Covington, Friday, January 3, from 5:00 – 7:00 PM.

 

Obit - LouAnn McGregor Crowe

LouAnn McGregor Crowe of Covington passed away January 1, 2014 at Newton Medical Center.  She was 74 years of age at the time of her death.  Mrs. Crowe enjoyed painting and drawing, crocheting, spending time outside and with her beloved, Murphy.  She was preceded in death by her parents, Ransford and Louise McGregor.

 

Mrs. Crowe is survived by her husband, Daniel W. Crowe of Covington; daughters and sons-in-law, Meredith and Philip Mosley of Alpharetta, Debbie and Jim Still of Mt. Park, Beth and Matt Griner of Covington; sons and daughters-in-law, Andy and Kim Holcombe, Tony Holcombe, Chad and Amy Phillips, all of Covington, Todd and Kim Crowe of Concord, NC, Raymond Crowe of Covington; 26 grandchildren; and 3 great-grandchildren.

 

The family will receive friends at Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road, in Covington, Saturday, January 4, from 6:00 – 8:00 P.M. with a brief time of remembrance to be held at 7:00 P.M.

 

Obit - Richard Eric Bowden

Michael Bowden of Social Circle, passed away December 28, 2013, at Newton Medical Center.  He was 41 years of age at the time of his death.  Michael loved watching the vegetables in his garden grow, music, and meeting people.  Most of all, he loved his family.  He was preceded in death by his father, Donald Howard Bowden. 

 

Survivors include his mother, Brenda Bowden; brother and sister-in-law, Donnie and Charlotte Bowden; girlfriend, Shannon Rowe; nieces, Bethany Bowden, and Megan Bowden, all of Social Circle.

 

A Memorial Service for Michael will be held Saturday, January 4, 2014, 2:00 P.M., at Sewell United Methodist Church, 1660 Sewell Church Road, Mansfield, GA, with Pastor Richard Harris Officiating. 

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