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Alphia Green

Alphia Marie Green of Covington passed away Thursday, October 29, 2015, at the age of 86.To her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, she was always known as "Mema." For us, the word is associated with someone who will worry too much about you, stay in contact through thick and thin, always offer advice, try feed to feed you constantly, will be generous to a fault, and who will have a house that smells like a fresh breeze. For us, Mema was someone who would listen, who would play with you, who would read with you, who would pray with you, who would sing with you. She would take you to church too. We all had clothes, and quilts or pillows that she made herself. She was never satisfied with any of them, though her work was masterful. Although Mema could be silly (and she was funny) and play with us, we all knew she was a lady, and she would never go out in public without putting on nice clothes, and fixing her hair and lipstick.

 

Mema was born in rural Douglas county Georgia. She met her husband, Papa, right before she graduated high school, and just as he was returning from the Navy.  They married in Cedartown, Georgia, started a family, and then later moved to the Atlanta area.

 

Shortly before her death, I was telling her how much she meant to me. She replied, "You would say that about anyone you loved. That's all this place is, we do for others, and they do for us until it's done."Mrs. Green was preceded in death by her husband, George Carl Green, Sr.; daughter, Joyce Ann Green Gresham; parents, Wyle and Ruby Reynolds; and her sister, Bernie Blanton.

 

Survivors include her daughter, Linda Hill; son George Carl Green, Jr.; Grandchildren: Windy Gresham Krasle, Joyce Hill Thomas, Kristy Hill Jimerson, Joseph Hill, Casey Green, and Caryn Green; 7 great-grandchildren: Amanda, Allena, Bailey, Max, McKinzy, Thomas and Rilyn; sister, Amy Bird; and several nieces and nephews.

 

Funeral Service for Mrs. Green will be held Sunday, November 1, 2015, 2:00 PM, at Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road in Covington, with Rev. Richard Culpepper and Pastor Mike Thomas officiating. Interment will follow, in Melwood Cemetery, at 4:00 PM, 5170 E. Ponce De Leon, Stone Mountain, GA 30083.  The family will receive friends at Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home on Saturday, October 31, 2015 from 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM.

Bobby Weaver obit

Bobby Weaver of Oxford passed away October 24, 2015, at the age of 29. He loved his son dearly and enjoyed spending time with him. Bobby liked to play video games and in his younger years enjoyed playing sports. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Robert R. Weaver, I.

 

Survivors include his son, Brayden Davidson of Kentucky; father and stepmother, Bob and Jessica Weaver; mother and stepfather, Lori and Sturgis Fields all of Covington; brothers, Cole Weaver, Wyatt Austin Weaver and Justin Gehrtz; sister, Rio Savannah Weaver; grandmother, Evelyn Weaver.

 

A Memorial Service for Bobby will be held Saturday, November 7, 2015, 5:00 PM, at Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road in Covington with   officiating. The family will receive friends at Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home on Saturday, November 7, 2015 from 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM.

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Lucile Jones

Lucile Norman Jones of Covington passed away October 24, 2015, at the age of 88. Mrs. Jones was a member of Stewart Baptist Church, where she was a Sunday School Teacher as well as a Vacation Bible School leader. She delivered meals to church shut-ins and was very active in all church activities. Mrs. Jones delighted in walking and admiring God's beautiful creation daily. She looked forward to family vacations at Myrtle Beach, where she liked going to shows and walking on the beach. A true chocoholic, Mrs. Jones enjoyed eating chocolate every day. She was preceded in death by her husband, Edgar H. Jones; daughter-in-law, Barbara Norman; grandson, Craig Shue; as well as nine brothers and sisters.

 

Survivors include her daughter and son-in-law, Linda and Richard Shue of Conyers; son, Jerry Norman of Covington; granddaughters, Kim Shue, Laurie Norman Bailey; great-grandchildren, Kristen Shue, Alex Tomberlin; numerous nieces and nephews.

 

Funeral Services for Mrs. Jones will be held Wednesday, October 28, 2015, 2:00 PM, at Stewart Baptist Church in Covington, with Rev. Jerry Jones officiating and interment following in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends at Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road in Covington, Tuesday, October 27, from 6:00 – 8:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in her memory to Stewart Baptist Church, 158 Stewart Church Road, Covington, GA 30014. 

James Garner

Memorial Visitation November 15, from 3:00 - 5:00 PM --Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road. 

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Obit - Tim Parks

Tim Parks of Covington, passed away October 20, 2015, at the age of 51.  He enjoyed working with cars and being outdoors.  Tim was an animal lover and will be remembered as a hard-working and very giving man.  He was preceded in death by his brother, Travis Bennett; father, Lloyd Parks; maternal grandparents, Chess and Bill (Willie Mae) Akins.

 

Survivors include his children, Natasha Parks, Timmy Parks, Bryan Kidd, Malissa Kidd, Daniel Kidd; several grandchildren; mother and step-father, Sara (Sal) and Melvin Lucas; as well as several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.

 

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Complete Obit - James David Campbell

James David Campbell of Lilburn, passed away October 19, 2015, in his home in Covington surrounded by close family members at the age of 84.  Mr. Campbell was a Korean War veteran who in his youth was an athlete at Decatur High School. He was a brilliant story teller with a zest for life and wicked sense of humor, a passionate GA Tech football fan with a love for water skiing, boating and fishing during his time at Lake Oconee. He was a devoted husband, loving father, doting grandfather and loyal friend. He treasured his great grandchildren and they never left his presence without a treat in hand.

 

He was preceded in death by his son, Richard Kenneth Campbell. Survivors include his wife, Peggy Ann Campbell of Lilburn; daughter and son-in-law, Devie Ann and Anthony Joseph Burchette of Covington; daughter-in-law, Jennifer Campbell of Eatonton. He also leaves behind four grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren.

 

A Memorial Service for Mr. Campbell will be held on Saturday, October 24, 2015, 2:00 PM, at the Chapel of Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road in Covington. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Saturday, prior to the service, from 12:30 - 2:00 P.M. In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to Abbey Hospice Foundation, P.O. Box 68, Social Circle, GA 30025.

David Campbell

David Campbell, of Covington, passed away October 19, 2015, at the age of 84.  The family will receive friends at the funeral home Saturday, Oct. 24 from 12:30 - 2:00 PM.  A Memorial Service for Mr. Campbell will be held Saturday, Oct. 24, at 2 PM at the Access Road Chapel of Caldwell & Cowan.

Euver Lee Pilgrim, Jr. "Chubby"

Euver Lee Pilgrim, Jr. "Chubby", of Oxford, passed away October 18, 2015, at the age of 78.  A member of Walnut Grove Baptist Church, Mr. Pilgrim was the rock of his family. He was always willing to lend a hand to anyone in need.  Mr. Pilgrim enjoyed taking care of his game chickens and was known as a fun-loving man.  He proclaimed himself as the "29-year-old sex symbol!"  Mr. Pilgrim was preceded in death by his wife, Barbara Jean Pilgrim; son, Douglas Joseph Pilgrim; parents, Gartrell and Louise Gurley; grandson, Timmy Morris; granddaughter, Karlee Bevers; sisters, Donna Gurley, Margaret Duncan; and brother, Robert Gurley.

 

Survivors include his daughter, Vonda and Larry Morris; son, Dannie Pilgrim; grandchildren, Tiffany Bevers and her husband, Kevin, Hollie Grant, Jamie Cook and his wife, Dee, Bill Cook; great-grandchildren, Amber and Ashley Morris, Chevy and Kaylee Parker, Kelsie Bevers, Alexis and Tori Cook, Tiffany Rutledge, Ronnie Head, Skyla Grant; sister and brother-in-law, Anita and David Maddox; brother and sister-in-law, Mannie and Amy Gurley; as well as several nieces and nephews.

 

A Funeral Service for Mr. Pilgrim was held Wednesday, October 21, 2015, 2:00 PM, at the Chapel of Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road, in Covington, with Rev. Todd Heil officiating.  Interment followed in Walnut Grove United Methodist Church Memorial Cemetery, 915 Church Way, Loganville, GA. 

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Margaret Carlson

Margaret Rape Carlson of Covington passed away October 17, 2015, at the age of 70. Margaret was a member of The Church at Covington where she participated in the S.A.L.T. Women's Ministry. She cherished the time spent with her grandchildren. Margaret will be forever missed by her family and friends.

 

Survivors include her son, John Carlson; grandchildren, Courtney Carlson, Johnathon Carlson, Kelsie "Worm" Carlson, Bailey Hamby; great-granddaughters, Braelinn and Rileigh; brothers and sister-in-law, Tommy and Mary Ann Rape, Robbie Rape; as well as several nieces and nephews.

 

A Graveside Service for Mrs. Carlson will be Tuesday, October 20, 2015, 11:00 AM, at Lawnwood Memorial Park, 1111 Access Road in Covington. Flowers are accepted, or contributions may be made in her memory to American Cancer Society, 1684 Barnett Shoals Road, Athens, GA 30605.

 

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Bobbye O'Kelley

Bobbye Ceil O'Kelley of Covington passed away Thursday, October 15, 2015, at the age of 85. She was married to the love of her life Ruben for 64 years. Mrs. O'Kelley retired from Oxford Manufacturing Company, where she was a supervisor for 22 years. She was a long-time member of the Hospital Auxiliary, and in her early years, she enjoyed clogging with a local group. She always had a smile on her face and delighted in making others laugh. She liked reading and doing word search puzzles. Mrs. O'Kelley cherished the time spent with her family, especially her much-doted-on grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ruben O'Kelley, and parents, J.W. and Lucy Rogers.

 

Survivors include her daughters, Theresa O'Kelley of Covington, Karen O'Kelley of Conyers and Jill Knight of Covington; grandchildren, Jacob Knight, Kelli Knight both of Conyers; sister, Betty Philippus of Covington; as well as several nieces and nephews.

 

A Graveside Service for Mrs. O'Kelley will be held Saturday, October 17, 2015, at 1:00 PM, at Lawnwood Memorial Park, 1111 Access Road, in Covington. 

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Kathryn L. "Kathy" Larsen of Covington, passed away October 14, 2015, at the age of 65.  After graduating from high school, Kathy lived in Spokane, WA.  She then moved back to Indianapolis, IN, where she worked at Hendricks County Hospital. Following her career at the hospital, she moved to Winston Salem and worked for US Airways for 20 years.  She then relocated to Covington and after a few years of retirement began a pet-sitting service, which she operated until her death.  Kathy was a compassionate animal lover and supporter of the Humane Society and the ASPCA.  She was preceded in death by her parents, David and Mildred Gatton.

 

Survivors include her sister and brother-in-law, Susie and Bill Menzie of Covington; brother, David Gatton of McDonough; nieces, Angie Mitchell and her husband, Tony, Jenna Gatton; nephews, Andrew Maddox and his wife, Cheri, Brandon Gatton and his wife, Lisa, Clint Gatton; several great-nieces and great-nephews; as well as her beloved dogs, Ziva, Zander and Shadow.

 

No services will be held at this time.

 

In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to the Newton County Humane Society, P.O. Box 2536, Covington, GA 30015.

Kathryn L. "Kathy" Larsen

Kathryn L. "Kathy" Larsen, of Covington, passed away October 14, 2015, at the age of 65.  After graduating from high school, Kathy lived in Spokane, WA.  She then moved back to Indianapolis where she worked at Hendrix County Hospital. Following her career at the hospital she moved to Winston Salem and worked for US Airways for 20 years.  She then relocated to Covington and after a few years of retirement, she began a pet-sitting service, which she operated until her death.  Kathy was a compassionate animal lover and supporter of the Humane Society and the ASPCA.  She was preceded in death by her parents, David and Mildred Gatton.

 

Survivors include her sister and brother-in-law, Susie and Bill Menzie of Covington; brother, David Gatton of McDonough; nieces, Angie Mitchell and her husband, Tony, Jenna Gatton; nephews, Andrew Maddox and his wife, Cheri, Brandon Gatton and his wife, Lisa, Clint Gatton; several great-nieces and great-nephews; as well as her beloved dogs, Ziva, Zander and Shadow.

 

A Memorial Service for Kathy will be held Sunday, October 18, 2015, 2:00 PM, at Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road, in Covington.  The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service, from 1:00 – 2:00 PM.  In lieu of flowers contributions in her memory may be made to the Newton County Humane Society, P.O. Box 2536, Covington, GA  30015.

Obit - Joseph Spencer Ashley

Joseph Spencer Ashley of Covington, died Tuesday, October 13, 2015, at the age of 85. Mr. Ashely was a proud veteran, having served in the United States Air Force for ten years. He taught Social Studies, in Junior High School, for fourteen years. He enjoyed hunting, and loved serving the Lord by singing in several church choirs. Mr. Ashley was a devoted husband, and caring friend, who will be greatly missed by all who knew him. He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Phebe Smith; brothers, Charles Ashley and John Ashley.

 

Survivors include his wife of 61 years, Elizabeth Ashley of Covington; as well as several nieces and nephews.

 

A Graveside Service for Mr. Ashely will be held Friday, October 16, 2015, 11:00 AM, at Lawnwood Memorial Park, 1111 Access Road, in Covington, with Rev. Jan McCoy officiating.

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Faye Madelyn Wick

Faye Wick of Oxford, passed away October 10, 2015, at the age of 92.  Mrs. Wick traveled and lived in 17 different states and several foreign countries, including Indonesia. She was a talented artist and short story writer. "Mrs. Faye", as she was affectionately known, was full of wit and wisdom and always delighted in making others laugh. She will be forever missed by all who knew and loved her.

 

Survivors include her daughter and son-in-law, Jean and Danny Benford of Oxford; son and daughter-in-law, Scott and Marianne Cravens of Windsor, CO; step-son, Donald Wick, Jr.; grandchildren, Jenny King and her husband, James, Riley Cravens, Katie Cravens, Devin Benford and his wife, Laura, Brett Benford and his wife, Nichole; great-grandchildren, Ava Rose, Olivia, Landon; sister, Shirley Jackson; as well as her two nieces, Madelyn and Suzanne.

 

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Faye Wick obit

Faye Wick of Oxford, passed away October 10, 2015, at the age of 92.  Mrs. Wick traveled and lived in 17 different states and several foreign countries, including Indonesia. She was a talented artist and short story writer. "Mrs. Faye", as she was affectionately known, was full of wit and wisdom and always delighted in making others laugh. She will be forever missed by all who knew and loved her.

 

Survivors include her daughter and son-in-law, Jean and Danny Benford of Oxford; son and daughter-in-law, Scott and Marianne Cravens of Windsor, CO; step-son, Donald Wick, Jr.; grandchildren, Jenny King and her husband, James, Riley Cravens, Katie Cravens, Devin Benford and his wife, Laura, Brett Benford and his wife, Nichole; great-grandchildren, Ava Rose, Olivia, Landon; sister, Shirley Jackson; as well as her two nieces, Madelyn and Suzanne.

 

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John William Woodlee

John William Woodlee, of Covington, passed away October 9, 2015, at the age of 77. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Marine Corps.  Mr. Woodlee was employed by Avon Products for 14 years, then later, together with his wife, owned and operated Woodlee's Christian Child Care, where he was affectionately known as "Papa John". A long-time member of Gaither's United Methodist Church, he at one time was very active in many ministries and offices within the church. He was a former member of the Newton County Gideons, the Conyers Rotary Club and started the Rockdale Rotary Club, serving Presidential terms with all three organizations. An avid sportsman, he enjoyed deer hunting, fishing, camping and traveling. Most of all he cherished the time spent with family and will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him. Mr. Woodlee was preceded in death by his parents, John Clark and Queenie Woodlee; and brother, George M. Woodlee. 

 

Survivors include his devoted wife of 56 years, Daisy Ayers Woodlee of Covington; daughters and sons-in-law, Pennie and Robert Richter, Terri and Wade Knight, Dee and Johnny Owings all of Covington; 9 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; sister and brother-in-law, Vivian and Larry Allen of Blairsville; brothers and sisters-in-law, Clark and Wynette Woodlee of Cummings, J.D. and Trice Woodlee of Grayson; mother-in-law, Ouida Ayers Moore of Conyers; sister-in-law, Nancy Holloway and her husband, Eddy; brothers-in-law, Eddie Ayers and his wife, Candy, Gary Ayers, Ricky Ayers and his wife, Wanda, Marty Ayers and his wife, Paula; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

 

Funeral Services for Mr. Woodlee will be held Monday, October 12, 2015, at 11:00 AM, at the Chapel of Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road, in Covington, with Rev. Danny Standard and Pastor Cory Stevenson officiating and interment following in Green Meadow Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Sunday, October 11, from 5:00 – 8:00 PM. Flowers are accepted, or contributions may be made in his memory to Gideons International, www.gideons.org/HowYouCan Help/ or Cancer Treatment Centers of America, www.gatewaycr.org.

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Mary Ann Cobb of Newborn, passed away October 8, 2015, at the age of 75. She was formerly a resident of Decatur, where she owned and operated a beauty shop, before moving to Jasper County, where she resided for 37 years. Mrs. Cobb enjoyed cooking for her family, working in her flower garden and loved going camping. She cherished the time spent with family and will be dearly missed. Mrs. Cobb was preceded in death by her husband of 50 years, Roy L. Cobb; and parents, Gordon Thurman and Mary Elise Knight.

 

Survivors include her daughter, Kathy Lynn Hunt of Conyers, GA; grandchildren, Jared Lee Chapman and his wife, Krystal Chapman, Cody Garrett Chapman all of  Newborn, GA, Cierra Nicole Chapman of Lula, GA; great-grandchildren, Danielle Chapman, Shane Chapman, Aeden Edward Paul.

 

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Dorothy Bender

Dorothy Bender, of Mansfield, passed away October 7, 2015, at the age of 88.  Mrs. Bender retired from DeKalb College and enjoyed flower gardening.  She will be remembered as a devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.  Mrs. Bender was preceded in death by her husband, John Oscar Bender, Sr.; sons, John Oscar Bender, Jr. and Terry Bender; and parents, Jordan and Rudell Spraggs.

 

Survivors include her two sons and 4 daughters-in-law; nine grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; as well as several nieces and nephews.

 

A funeral service for Mrs. Bender will be held Sunday, October 11, 2015, 3:00 PM, at the Chapel of Caldwell & Cowan, 1215 Access Road, in Covington, with Dr. Truett Gannon and Dr. Cody McNutt officiating.  Entombment will follow at Memory Chapel Mausoleum in Lawnwood Memorial Park.  The family will receive friends at the funeral home one hour prior to the service, from 2:00 – 3:00 PM.  In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to First Baptist Church Music Ministry, 1139 Usher Street NE, Covington, GA  30014.

Obit - Woodrow (Tommy) Wilkerson

Woodrow Thomas Wilkerson of Covington, passed away October 6, 2015, at the age of 61. Tommy was born in Quitman, Georgia, but attended Avondale High School, in DeKalb County, where he enjoyed playing football. He loved watching football and baseball, but he especially treasured the time he spent fishing with his family and friends. Tommy was preceded in death by his parents, Woodrow and Clara (Corbin) Wilkerson.

 

Survivors include his adoring wife of 35 years, Teresa H. Wilkerson; daughter and son-in-law, Stephanie and Jason Stonek of Covington; step-son, D.J. Wilson and his wife, Ali of Hampton; grandchildren, Judah Stonek, Andrew Kohl, Alina Kohl; sister, Monteal Wilkerson of Snellville; brothers and sisters-in-law, Dale and Jan Wilkerson of Lithonia, Kenneth (Kenny) and Cathy Wilkerson of Covington; as well as several nieces and nephews.

 

Funeral Services for Tommy will be held Friday, October 9, 2015, 11:00 AM, at the Chapel of Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road, in Covington, with Rev. Wayne Rutherford and Rev. Paul Canen officiating and interment following in Melwood Cemetery, in Stone Mountain. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Thursday, October 8, from 6:00 – 8:00 PM; and Friday one hour prior to the service. Flowers are accepted, or contributions may be made to LifePointe Church of the Nazarene, 5133 Highway 36, Covington, GA 30014; or Abbey Hospice Foundation, P.O. Box 68, Social Circle, GA 30025.

Obit - Patti Jo Forlines Butler (Pat)

Patti Jo Forlines Butler ("Pat") of Covington, passed away October 4, 2015, at the age of 86. 

 

Survivors include her beloved husband of 68 years, James E. Butler, Sr.; children and their spouses Dee Ann and Howard Brandon of Lawrenceville, James E. Butler, Jr. of Columbus, Dennis W. and Judi C. Butler of Columbus, and Laura Jo Butler of Covington; grandchildren Jennis Brandon Watson and Howard Brandon, III, James E. Butler III ("Jeb"), Emily Butler Patteson, Catherine Butler, Stewart Butler and Matt Butler; great-grandchildren Evie Brandon and Avi Watson; brothers Billy Patty of Ringgold, GA, Doug Forlines and Carl Forlines, both of Jacksonville, GA; sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Frances and Harold Butler of Snellville, GA.

 

Mrs. Butler was preceded in death by her parents, John C. Forlines of Virgilina, VA and Virginia Jo Patty Kirkpatrick of Ringgold, GA; and by her mother-in-law and father-in-law Laura Johnson Butler and Walter Herman Butler of Starrsville, Newton County, GA.  

 

Mrs. Butler was born in Nashville TN on June 10, 1929, and lived, over the course of her long life, in Ringgold, Atlanta, Dekalb County, Forsyth County, and finally Newton County, where her husband's family have lived for eight generations.  She lived an active and joyous life. She was herself an only child, and her principal hope was to have a lot of children and a happy home.  She accomplished both.  She was active in churches wherever she lived, worked outside the home most of her life, and loved traveling, square dancing, playing bridge, and being with friends and family.   She was a member of the First Baptist Church and of the Newton Hayriders, and was for years a volunteer at Newton General Hospital. 

 

Funeral Services for Mrs. Butler will be held Wednesday, October 7, 2015, 2:00 PM, at the Chapel of Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road, in Covington, with Rev. Charles Reynolds and Steve Aldridge 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 12:45 – 1:45 PM.

 

The family wishes to express their deep appreciation to the staffs of Merryvale Assisted Living in Oxford GA and Abbey Hospice of Social Circle GA for their kindness and help. 

 

Those who wish to make a contribution in honor of Mrs. Butler may do so to the First Baptist Church of Covington Building Fund, 1139 Usher Street, Covington GA 30014. 

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James Cook

James Allen Cook of Cumming, passed away October 3, 2015, at the age of 68. Mr. Cook proudly served his country in the US Army for 10 years. His overseas tours included Korea, Germany and Vietnam, where he served in the 1^st Armored Calvary Division. He was employed by Hercules for 17 years, and later worked 10 years for Evans Tool and Die, Inc. James loved to be outdoors working in his yard and vegetable garden, fishing and especially enjoyed cooking on the grill. He had a warm beautiful loving heart, easy laid back temperament and always believed in doing the right thing. Mr. Cook was of the Christian faith. A wonderful husband, father, step-father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother and uncle, he will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him. He was preceded in death by his parents, James Allen, Sr., and Mary (Ferris) Cook.

 

Survivors include his wife, Linda Diane Cook; daughters and sons-in-law, Karrian and Tim Catchings of Monticello, Melissa and Mike Hendrix of Monroe, Kelly Christian and fiancé, Dustin Young of Monticello, Layla Garrett of Alpharetta; grandchildren, T.J. Pugh, Daisy Hawkins, Sara Becknell, Kylea Cook, Jake Meier, James Thompson, Kala Thompson, Taylor Thompson; 6 great-grandchildren; sister, Janie Barnett of Covington; as well as several nieces and nephews.

 

Funeral Services for Mr. Cook will be held Wednesday, October 7, 2015, 4:00 PM, at the Chapel of Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road, in Covington, with Dr. Adam Cooper officiating and interment following in Lawnwood Memorial Park. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Tuesday, October 6, from 6:00 – 8:00 PM.

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Dillard Rowe

Dillard Rowe of Oxford, passed away October 2, 2015, at the age of 80. Mr. Rowe graduated from Newton County High School in 1955, and he proudly served in the National Guard. He managed the Strand Theater for 6 years and was a member of the band Dixie Swingettes. In addition, he was a disc jockey for more than 50 years, working with WMOC, WGFS, WKUN and WMOQ. Mr. Rowe enjoyed working on old radios, collecting comic books and old cameras and loved antique cars. He cherished the time he spent with his family. He was preceded in death by his parents, Claude Hueston and Ona Lou Rowe; sister, Joyce West; and brother, Freeman Rowe.

 

Survivors include his daughter and son-in-law, Keeva and Scott Henderson; grandson, Matthew Henderson; sister, Helen Leavitt; brother, Collier Rowe all of Oxford; as well as several nieces and nephews.

 

A Graveside Service for Mr. Rowe will be held Monday, October 5, 2015, 2:00 PM, at Lawnwood Memorial Park, 1111 Access Road, in Covington, with Pastor Lenn Hollingsworth and Larry Witcher officiating. The family will receive friends at Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road, in Covington, Sunday, October 4, from 2:00 – 5:00 PM. 

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Alice Gruenhut of Oxford, passed away September 30, 2015, at the age of 68. Mrs. Gruenhut enjoyed traveling, playing games and dearly loved animals. She loved her family and cherished the time spent with them. Alice will be forever missed by all who knew and loved her. She was preceded in death by her parents, George Wayne and Sarah Fleming.

 

Survivors include her husband, Werner Gruenhut of Oxford; Lisa Gruenhut Gold of New York, Lori Gruenhut Voss of North Carolina; 5 grandchildren; sister, Jane Fleming of Covington; close friend, Jane Alexander of Covington; as well as several cousins.

 

A private service will be held for Mrs. Gruenhut at a later date. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made, in her memory to the Newton County Humane Society, P.O. Box 2536, Covington, GA 30015.