Peggy Mitchell obit

Peggy Jo Mitchell of Oxford passed away June 29, 2016, at the age of 81. Mrs. Mitchell, or "Grandmama", as she was affectionately known to her family, adored her children and grandchildren, and loved cooking for them. She was a faithful member of Newton Baptist Church and the Ambassadors Sunday School class. One of her favorite pastimes was traveling with her church family. She was preceded in death by her parents, James Larkin and Annie Nell (Binford) Canup; and her brothers, James and Sidney Canup.

 

Survivors include her beloved husband of 58 ½ years, William W. Mitchell; daughters and sons-in-law, Judy and Dean McAvoy, Jan and Terry Barnett; sons and daugthers-in-law, Julian and Jane Mitchell, Joel and Christy Mitchell; grandchildren, Austin and Emily Mitchell, Jena Mitchell, Kayla and Jared Martz, Evan and Katie McAvoy, Melissa McAvoy, Taylor Mitchell, Amber Mitchell, Kristin Barnett, Jacob McAvoy, Tori Mitchell; great-grandchildren, Noah Martz, Lily Kate Mitchell; sisters-in-law, Polly Canup, Cynthia Canup; as well as a host of nieces and nephews.

 

Funeral Services for Mrs. Mitchell will be held at Newton Baptist Church, Saturday, July 2, 2016, 2:00 PM with Pastor Tony Howeth officiating and interment following in Lawnwood Memorial Park. Friends may visit with the family at Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road in Covington, Friday, July 1, 2016, from 6:00 – 8:00 PM. Flowers are accepted, or donations may be made, in Mrs. Mitchell's memory, to Newton Baptist Church – Missions Fund, 720 Jack Neely Road, Covington, GA 30016.

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Obit - Violet Campbell

Violet Campbell of Covington, passed away June 17, 2016, at the age of 96. She enjoyed cooking, sewing and reading. Ms. Campbell will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her. She was preceded in death by her parents, Elamuel and Ruth (Malcolm) Campbell; brothers, Henri Campbell and Clement Campbell.

 

Survivors include her sister, Myrtle Campbell; brothers, Nugent Campbell, Osmond Campbell; nieces, Barbara Campbell, Jennifer Campbell, Beverly Campbell, Yvonne Campbell, Shirley Campbell, Christine Campbell, Jenny Campbell, Marvia Campbell, Calesha Campbell; nephews, Easton Lascelles, Renville Lascelles, Denton Campbell, Robert Campbell, Andrew Campbell, O'Neil Campbell, Patrick Campbell, Neville Campbell and Vernon Campbell.

 

Funeral Services for Ms. Campbell will be held Saturday, July 2, 2016, at the Chapel of Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road, in Covington, with Rupert Thomas officiating and interment following in Lawnwood Memorial Park. Friends may join the family for visitation at the funeral home, one hour prior to the service, from 12:00 – 1:00 PM.

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Obit - Dorothy Corinne (Gaudreau) Sparkman

Mrs. Dorothy Corinne (Gaudreau) Sparkman, 92, of Conyers, passed away June 26, 2016. Mrs. Sparkman was born in Miami, Florida, to the late Louis and Virginia (Roberts) Gaudreau. She married her beloved husband, John, in 1941. Mrs. Sparkman was a faithful, active member of Grace Covenant Presbyterian Church for 24 years. Additionally, she was a member of the Presbyterian Women's group and taught Sunday School when she was younger. Mrs. Sparkman was a loving and dedicated mother who devoted her life to raising her family at home. She enjoyed cooking, baking, crocheting, cross stitching and working with ceramics. Preceding her in death were her husband of 53 years, John Elwood Sparkman; sons, John and Russell Sparkman; parents; sisters, Rose Lassiter, Shirley Capes, Gloria Davis; and her brothers, Louis, Joseph and Ernest Gaudreau.

 

Survivors include her daughter and son-in-law, Lorraine and Calvin Varnes; grandchildren, Michael and Angela Varnes, Johnny and Gail Varnes, Lori Ann and Ward Dameron, Russell Sparkman, Jr.; great-grandchildren, Christian, Neely, Noah, Eli, Riley, Colin; great-great-grandchildren, Preston and Raylan; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

 

Funeral Services for Mrs. Sparkman will be held Tuesday, June 28, 2016, 3:00 PM, at the Chapel of Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road, in Covington, with Rev. Elizabeth Young and Rev. Ron Hieber officiating. Friends may visit with her family Tuesday, one hour prior to the service, from 2:00 – 3:00 PM. A private graveside service will be held at Lawnwood Memorial Park in Covington. Flowers are accepted, or donations may be made, in Mrs. Sparkman's memory, to Gum Creek Presbyterian Church, 2700 Gum Creek Road, Oxford, GA 30054.

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Teresa Ashton

Teresa Ashton passed away at her home in Social Circle, Friday, June 24, 2016, surrounded by her loving family and close friends after a valiant 6-year bout with cancer.  She was 66 years old.  Teresa was born March 12, 1950, to a tenderhearted WWII veteran and a witty Northeasterner residing in College Park, GA.  Winston Howard and Mary Ruth (Colley) Barrett instilled in Teresa a heart of generosity, which was witnessed by everyone she knew and loved.  She had three siblings, Phila, Linda, and Clay.  The most influential person in her life was her grandmother, who often read to her from the Bible.

 

While studying at Georgia Southern University, Teresa met a handsome redhead named David Ashton.  Forty-one years after getting married, David and Teresa continued to model a loving, Godly, and servant hearted marriage in every way.

 

Despite wanting to grow up to be a cowgirl, Teresa spent a brief career as a probation officer before being called to be a full-time housewife and mother.  She loved her two boys and deeply desired to nurture them to become responsible, Godly men.  Most would agree that she succeeded.  Teresa loved to camp, garden, and restore classic cars.  She was deeply involved with a very special church body at Sewell United Methodist Church.  Teresa was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Phila Williams; brother, Clay Barrett.

 

Survivors include her husband David Ashton; sons and daughters-in-law, Matt and Kelly Ashton, Drew and Christi Ashton; grandchildren, Barrett, Kai, and Abby; sister and brother-in-law, Linda and Jimmy Porter.

 

A Funeral Service for Mrs. Ashton was held Tuesday, June 28, 2016, 11:00 AM, at the Chapel of Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road, Covington, with Rev. John Ozley, Sandy Jackson, Sherri George, Trent Ozburn and Sandi Quiles officiating.  Interment followed in Sewell United Methodist Cemetery, 1660 Sewell Church Rd., in Mansfield.   Contributions in Teresa's memory can be made to Sewell United Methodist Church, General Fund, 1660 Sewell Church Road, Mansfield, GA  30055 or Campus Crusade for Christ, Att: Contributions, P.O. Box 628222, Orlando, FL  32862.

 

James Allgood

James "Sam" Allgood, Sr., of Sparta, GA passed away June 23, 2016, at the age of 71. Mr. Allgood was a native of Oxford, he and his wife, Frances moved to Sparta in 2006. He retired from Ginn Motor Company after 20 years of service. A true car lover, he was especially fond of muscle cars. Mr. Allgood was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend, and he will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him. He was preceded in death by his parents, Wiley Sr., and Roberta (Cook) Allgood.

 

Survivors include his loving wife of 47 years, Frances Allgood; daughters and sons-in-law, Julie and Troy Davis, April and Jimmy Sabo; son and daughter-in-law, Sam, Jr., and Candace Allgood; twelve grandchildren; sister and brother-in-law, Voncile and George Martin; brother and sister-in-law, Wiley, Jr., and Norma Allgood; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

 

A Graveside Service for Mr. Allgood will be held Sunday, June 26, 2016, 3:00 PM, at Lawnwood Memorial Park, 1111 Access Road in Covington, with Dr. Alan Posey officiating. Friends may visit with the family at Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road in Covington, prior to the service from 12:00 – 2:45 PM. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in his memory to Serenity Hospice, 510 Bellevue Ave, Dublin, GA 31021, or Island Creek Baptist Church, Island Creek Church Road, Sparta, GA 31087.

Dillon Bragg

Dillon Wilks Bragg of Covington passed away June 21, 2016, at the age of 22, a day before his 23^rd birthday.

Dillon lived life to the fullest and he had a warrior's spirit. He was a friend to many and loved by everyone who met him. Dillon was a rebel to his last minute. Throughout his life, he played baseball, swam competitively, played the bass guitar, rode horses and bulls and wrestled his heart out. At age 13, he was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes, preventing him from being able to join the military. He refused to let his disease define him, so being a true American Patriot, Dillon trained with a Constitutional Militia, the Georgia Security Force 111%, and by doing so, he was able to protect his country and those he loved. Dillon's family has an emptiness that cannot be filled until they see him again in Heaven.

 

Survivors include his constant companion Mary Jane; his parents, Tiger and Kathy Bragg; brothers and sister-in-law, Dalton and Lesley Bragg, Dustin Bragg, all of Covington; grandparents, Bob and Dotti Bala of Conyers; niece, Bryleigh Bragg; nephew, Tiger Bragg; a host of aunts, uncles, and cousins, Chuck and Laura Adamson,

Shawn and Becky Bala, their children, Cody and Jessica, Winston, Braxton, Aly, Bailey, and Garrin Bala, Brady and Shayna, their children, Chance and Jordan, Bobby and Brandi Bala.

 

Dillon was preceded in death and received in heaven by grandparents, Donald and Traveen Bragg; great-grandparents, Grandma and Grandpa Bick; aunt, Mary Bickford; Uncle Alan (Dink Moore); along with best friend, Trevor Bailey and his uncle by choice, Don Oliver.

 

Funeral Services for Dillon will be held Sunday, June 26, 2016, at 3:00 PM, preceded by visitation at 2:00 PM, at The Church at Covington, 11975 Highway 142, in Oxford, with Dr. David C. Moody and Bill Stafford officiating and interment following in Lawnwood Memorial Park. Friends may join the family for visitation at Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road, Covington, Saturday, June 25, from 5:00-8:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Dillon's memory to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation– Georgia Chapter, 3525 Piedmont Road NE, Building 6, Suite #300, Atlanta, GA 30305.

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Enrique Trejo

Enrique Ramirez Trejo of Covington, passed away June 19, 2016, at the age of 49.  For more than 30 years Enrique worked at El Charro, where he was the General Manager. His hobbies included gardening and woodcrafts.  A member of St. Augustine Catholic Church for 12 years, Enrique was a hard-working man whose first priority was his family.    

 

Survivors include his devoted wife of 25 years, Leticia Vega Trejo; daughters, Brenda Trejo, Emily Trejo, Myra Trejo; sons, Luis Trejo, Anthony Trejo; parents, Antonio and Emelia Trejo; sisters, Guadalupe Trejo, Teresa Trejo, Ana Trejo, Reyna Trejo; brothers, Ricardo Trejo, Antonio Trejo, Agustin Trejo, Rigoberto Trejo, Jaime Trejo; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

 

A Funeral Mass for Enrique will be held Saturday, June 25, 2016, at St. Augustine Catholic Church, 11524 Highway 278, Covington, 1:00 PM, with Rev. Fr. Roberto A. Orellana officiating.  Interment will follow in Lawnwood Memorial Park.  Friends may join the family for visitation, Friday, June 24, from 5:00 – 10:00 PM.  A Prayer Service with Rosary will be said at 8:00 PM.

Mitchell "Nick" Nichelson

Mitchell "Nick" Nichelson of Covington, passed away June 20, 2016 at the age of 75.  He was a union electrician for 36 years, and a Mason for many years, and a Shriner.  His cars were a favorite pastime, and in his younger years he enjoyed boating.  An honest, hard-working man who lived life to the fullest, Mr. Nichelson will be missed by the family and friends who loved him.  He was preceded in death by his daughter, Laura Cargile; parents Earnest Lavel, Sr. and Dessie Nichelson.

 

Survivors include his daughter and son-in-law, Marilyn and Chris Richardson; son, Mitch Nicholson, all of Covington; grandchildren, Seth Cargile, Trever Cargile, Gage Nicholson, Ledger Richardson, Paxton Richardson; great-grandchildren, Rileigh Cargile, Kaydence Cargile, Emily Rose Cargile, Ava Lynn Cargile; sisters and brother-in-law, Sandra Rose Smith, Kay and James Jordan; brothers, Earnest Lavel Nichelson, Jr., Paul Malone Nichelson, Charlie Isiah Nichelson, Arthur Nichelson, Billy Wayne Nichelson, Rodney Nichelson; as well as several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

 

A Funeral Service for Mr. Nichelson will be held Friday, June 24, 11:00 AM, at the Chapel of Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road, in Covington.  Interment will follow in Lawnwood Memorial Park.  Friends may visit with the family Thursday, June 23, from 6:00 – 8:00 PM.

Logan Davis

Logan Elane Davis of Newborn passed away June 18, 2016, at 18 years of age.   She was preceded in death by her grandmother, Judy (Cofield) Breedlove.

 

Survivors include her parents, David Lee and Tracey Breedlove Davis; sister, Taylor Davis; grandparents, Tommy and Judy (Beal) Breedlove of Rutledge, David and Judy Davis of Lexington, KY; many aunts, uncles and cousins.

 

A Memorial Service for Logan will be held Wednesday, June 22, 2016, 7:00 PM, at the Chapel of Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road in Covington, with Rev. Dr. Royeese Stowe officiating. Friends may visit with the family following the Memorial Service.  Flowers are welcome or contributions may be made in Logan's memory to Newton County Equestrian Special Olympics, c/of Dewey Conrad, Treasurer, 155 Stewart Hollow Lane, Covington, GA 30016.

Patricia A. "Pat" Henry

Patricia A. "Pat" Henry of Conyers, passed away June 18, 2016, at 63 years of age.  Mrs. Henry enjoyed cooking, working in her yard and her flower garden.  She was a loving mother who lived for taking care of her children.  Mrs. Henry was preceded in death by her son, Chris Henry; and parents, Charles and Velma Jean (Middlebrooks) Ellison.

 

Survivors include her husband, Sam Henry; daughter, Constance (Tondra) Henry; sisters, Gloria King, Sandy (Jerry) Peterson; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

 

A Memorial Service for Mrs. Henry and her son Chris Henry, will be held Thursday, June 23, 2016, 11:00 AM, at the Chapel of Caldwell & Cowan, 1215 Access Road, in Covington with Pastor Ralph Roman officiating.  A private cryptside service will be held. 

REVISED OBIT (TIME) - Chris Henry

Chris Henry of Conyers passed away June 12, 2016, at 40 years of age.  Chris was a Covington native and will be remembered as someone who never met a stranger and loved everyone.

 

Survivors include his parents, Sam and Patricia Henry; and sister, Constance (Tondra) Henry of Conyers.

 

A Cryptside Memorial Service for Chris will be held Tuesday, June 21, 2016, 11:00 AM, at the Memory Chapel Mausoleum, in Lawnwood Memorial Park, 1111 Access Road, in Covington. Pastor Ralph Roman will be officiating.  In lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of Chris may be made to ASPCA, ATTN: Honor Memorial Program, 520 8^th Avenue – 7^th Floor, New York, NY 10018.

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Samuel Christopher Henry

Chris Henry of Conyers passed away June 12, 2016, at 40 years of age.  Chris was a Covington native and will be remembered as someone who never met a stranger and loved everyone.

 

Survivors include his parents, Sam and Patricia Henry; and sister, Constance (Tondra) Henry of Conyers.

 

A Cryptside Memorial Service for Chris will be held Monday, June 20, 2016, 2:00 PM, at the Memory Chapel Mausoleum, in Lawnwood Memorial Park, 1111 Access Road, in Covington. Pastor Ralph Roman will be officiating.  In lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of Chris may be made to ASPCA, ATTN: Honor Memorial Program, 520 8^th Avenue – 7^th Floor, New York, NY 10018.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Neal Harris

Neal Harris of Covington passed away Thursday, June 16, 2016, at the age of 85. Mr. Harris retired from the   Army National Guard after 35 years, where he worked as a maintenance technician. In addition, he retired from the Newton County Sheriff's Department after 28 years of service. Mr. Harris enjoyed breakfast for 36 years at McDonalds with his dear friends. He enjoyed NASCAR racing, hunting and fishing. His greatest joy was time spent with his family, especially his great-grandson Neal, and his beloved dog "Rambo". He was preceded in death by his wife, Gladys Harris; grandson, Douglas Stevens "Trae" Cash, III;  parents, Erastus Reager and Fannie Mae Harris; sisters, Hazel Parrish, Helen Patrick and Jackie Durden.                              .

 

Survivors include, daughters and sons-in-law, Vickie and Steve Cash, Susan Gilbert and Tim Huffstickler; sons, Bob Harris, Howard Harris all of Covington; grandchildren, Kasey Cash, Hannah Cash, Patrick and Priscilla Gilbert, Luke Gilbert; great-grandson, Neal Gilbert; brother and sister-in-law, James and Margaret Harris of Monroe; many nieces, nephews and cousins.

 

Funeral Services for Mr. Harris will be held Saturday, June 18, 2016, 2:00 PM, at Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 3134 Floyd Street in Covington with  ____________ officiating and interment following in Newborn Memorial Cemetery in Newborn.  Friends may join the family visitation at the funeral home Friday, June 17, 2016 from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM.

 

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Patricia Ann Ramey

Patricia Ann Ramey of Covington, passed away June 13, 2016, at 58years of age.  A devout and spiritual holy woman, Mrs. Ramey was a member of Lighthouse for Jesus Church in Buford and True Gospel Lighthouse Church in Madison.  She enjoyed being able to care for the elderly. Mrs. Ramey will be remembered as a loving mother, wife and sister and will be greatly missed by those who loved her.  She was preceded in death by her daughter, Suzanne Phelps; parents, Charles and Betty (Bratcher) Carter; sister, Elaine Kirk; and brother, David King.

 

Survivors include her devoted husband, James Ramey; daughters and sons-in-law, Marsha and Rick Smith of Covington, Karen and Timmy Brock of Oxford; grandchildren, Chase Smith, Brittany Smith, Halie Brock, Eden Brock; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

 

A Funeral Service for Mrs. Ramey will be held Thursday, June 16, 2016, 2:00 PM, at the Chapel of Caldwell & Cowan, 1215 Access Road, in Covington, with Brother Gary Bratcher officiating.  Interment will follow in Walnut Grove United Methodist Church Cemetery, 915 Church Way, Loganville.  Friends may visit with the family at the funeral home Wednesday, June 15, from 6:00 – 8:00 PM, and again on Thursday, one hour prior to the service, from 1:00 – 2:00 PM.  In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to American Kidney Fund, 72 Edgewood Avenue, Atlanta, GA  30303.

Corina Barnes

Corina Barnes of Monroe passed away June 13, 2016, at 24 years of age.  Corina loved her family and especially cherished the time she spent with her son.  She enjoyed baking and used her love for art to decorate her cakes.  Corina was a very kind-hearted person and will be missed by all who knew and loved her.  She was preceded in death by her grandmother, Gloria Stapp.

 

Survivors include her six-year-old son, Azayzel Barnes; mother, Tammi Johnson; father, Joseph Barnes, all of Monroe; sister and brother-in-law, Ashley and Anthony Padilla of Loganville; brother, T.J. Johnson; fiancé, Brandon Preston, both of Monroe; grandparents, Nancy Moon of Oxford, and Johnny Stapp of Covington.

 

The family will have a private visitation.

Stuart Damron

Stuart Carroll Damron, 82, passed away June 7, 2016. He was born in Splash Dam, VA to the late Henry Stuart and Macy Irene Damron, of Clinton, VA. Mr. Damron worked and retired from the auto painting industry. He had a passion for fishing with friends. Preceding him in death were his son, Kurt T. Damron; parents; sisters, Jeri Baker, Patsy Calhoun; brothers, Farrell Damron, Danny Damron and H.G. Damron.

 

He leaves behind his wife of 61 years, Peggy Vencil Damron; sons and daughters-in-law, H. Stuart and Cristy Damron, Jody D. and Carla Damron; daughters, Beth Damron Eubanks, Connie Damron; grandchildren, Kurt Damron, Jason Damron, Dayna Damron, Dennis Wright, Russell Damron, Jake Eubanks, Riley Powell, Milinda Herrin, Michael Herrin, Nicole Damron, Kristen Damron, Preston Damron, Kayla Damron, Madison Damron; 15 great-grandchildren; sisters, Mae Phipps, Faye Duncan, Betty Branham, Sharon Mullins; brothers, Garry Damron, Don Damron; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

 

Funeral Services for Mr. Damron will be held Friday, June 10, 2016, 1:00 PM, at the Chapel of Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road in Covington, with Rev. J. Clifton Brown officiating and interment following in Lawnwood Memorial Park. Friends may join the family for visitation at the funeral home Thursday, June 9, from 6:00 – 8:00 PM. In lieu of flowers the family request contributions be made to County Line Baptist Church, 3325 Highway 162, Covington, GA 30016.

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Carolyn Harris

Carolyn Harris of Covington, passed away June 6, 2016, at the age of 75. Mrs. Harris was a member of the First Baptist Church, in Social Circle, and former member of Calvary Baptist Church, in Covington. She was an active member in both churches and faithfully taught Sunday School for several years.  Her passion was working with youth and encouraging their relationship with the Lord and growing in faith. In her continued service for her Lord, Mrs. Harris was also a member of the Stone Mountain Baptist Association's Disaster Relief Feeding Team. She was a dedicated employee at The Bank of Covington for many years. Additionally, she managed her own company, AAA Trucking, Inc. She was one of the first WBE (Women's Business Enterprise) trucking certified companies recognized by Georgia Department of Transportation. Mrs. Harris was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend. She was a pillar of this community and will surely be missed by all who knew her. Preceding her in death were her father, Frank Freeman; mother, Ora Mae Freeman Short; and her step-father, Harry Short.

 

Survivors include her husband, Jimmy Harris; children and their spouses, Teri and Rick Anglin of Watkinsville, Jackie and Mike Hardy of Social Circle, Mike and Leigh Ann Harris of Covington; grandchildren, Jay Joiner, Kimberly Glover, Charlie Joiner, Michael Hardy, Kara Lyn Driskell, Graham Harris, Grace Harris, Sarah Joy Harris; great-granddaughter, Kayley Rae Hardy; sisters and brothers-in-law, Vickie and Jimmy Garner, VaDonna and Fred Dean; brother and sister-in-law, Gary and Cecelia Freeman; as well as several nieces and nephews.

 

Funeral Services for Mrs. Harris will be held Thursday, June 9, 2016, 1:00 PM, at Calvary Baptist Church, with Rev. Mike Hardy and Rev. Ron Swann officiating and interment following in Covington City Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road, Covington, Wednesday, June 8, from 5:00 – 8:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made, in memory of Mrs. Harris, to Calvary Baptist Church, 4228 Mill Street, Covington, GA 30014.

Linda Ann Fowler

Linda Ann Fowler of Mansfield, passed away June 6, 2016, at the age of 67.  Linda enjoyed eating out, and talking on the phone with Estelle, Jenny Gail and Danny Battles.  She loved her Alabama family, her grandchildren, and her dog Sissy.  She was preceded in death by her parents, Millard and Bertha Jo (Sitz) Fowler.

 

Survivors include her son and daughter-in-law, Keith and Jennifer Walker of Covington; grandchildren, Hallie Walker, Jacob Walker, and Blaine Saviano.

 

A Funeral Service for Linda will be held Thursday, June 9, 2016, 4:00 PM, at the Chapel of Caldwell & Cowan, 1215 Access Road, in Covington, with Pastor Danny Battles officiating.  Interment will follow in Lawnwood Memorial Park.  Friends may visit with the family two hours prior to the service on Thursday, from 2:00 – 4:00 PM.

Sybil Thompson

Sibyl Bowman Thompson of Oxford, passed away June 5, 2016, at the age of 87. Mrs. Thompson was a longtime member of Salem United Methodist Church where she faithfully attended the Otis Nixon Sunday School Class. Most recently, however, she attended First Baptist Church, in Covington, and the Gleaners Sunday School Class. Her favorite pastime was traveling. Mrs. Thompson was a friend to many in both the Salem community and Newton County. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother who will be dearly missed by her family and friends. She was preceded in death by her devoted husband, Harold Thompson; parents, Robert Lee and Ethel (Culberth) Bowman and her six brothers.

 

Survivors include her sons and daughters-in-law, Dennis and Judy Thompson of Oxford, Keith and Tracey Thompson of Roswell; grandchildren, Leigh Ann and Mike Harris of Covington, Trey Thompson of Louisville, KY, Brian Thompson of Atlanta; great-grandchildren, Graham Harris, Grace Harris, Sarah Joy Harris, all of Covington; sisters and brother-in-law, Doris Bowman Griffin, Peggy Bowman Tillman, Gwen Bowman Kickliter and her husband, Jack; brothers and sisters-in-law, Albert and Marie Bowman, Edwin Bowman, Joe and Jeri Bowman, Talmadge Bowman; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

 

Funeral Services for Mrs. Thompson will be held Tuesday, June 7, 2016, 3:00 PM, at the Chapel of Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road, in Covington, with Dr. Phil DeMoore and Dr. Cody McNutt officiating and interment following in Lawnwood Memorial Park. Friends may visit with Mrs. Thompson's family Monday, June 6, from 6:00 – 8:00 PM, at the funeral home. Flowers are accepted, or donations may be made in her memory to First Baptist Church – Building Fund, 1139 Usher Street NE, Covington, GA 30014.

 

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Eugene McCord

Eugene "Gene" Lee McCord, age 76, formerly of Covington, Georgia, passed away Saturday, May 28, 2016. He was born in Newton County, Georgia and graduated from Newton County High School and received

an engineering degree from Georgia Institute of Technology. Gene, a lover of politics, worked and served in many different areas during his lifetime. He served in the U.S. Air Force. Shortly after, he consulted in areas of public works, rural affairs, low head hydroelectric redevelopment as a White House Advisor and was appointed as Floor Leader for President Jimmy Carter during the 1980 Democratic National Convention. During his time in Washington, DC, he lobbied for special interests particularly public works and military affairs. He also became a special assistant to the Commission for the Georgia Department of Transportation. Thereafter, he was a partner and Vice-President of Porterdale Hydroelectric, Vice-President of Leggett, Lanier and Associates, President of Moldova-Georgia USA Business Centre and an associate of Capital Link Corporation. In addition, Gene was the Ambassador at Large for the Ambassador to Moldova, Knights of Malta OSJ. He was responsible for projects of a benevolent nature. 

 

He was preceded in death by his parents, Jessie "Wendy" and Susie Bell (Dial) McCord, former wife Billie

McCord; sister, Sarah Ann Madden and her, spouse Hugh Madden. Surviving siblings include Shirley

(James) Hobbs, Elaine (Wayne) Mealor, James "Jimmy" McCord, and Greg (Karen) McCord; as well as several nieces, nephews and his, beloved dog "Pepper".

 

A Memorial Service will be held Sunday, June 12, 2016, 2:00 PM, at Salem Campground Tabernacle, 3962 Salem Road in Covington.

 

Iva Jean Heard obit

Iva Jean Heard of Social Circle passed away June 1, 2016, at the age of 88.  She was born at home in Miami, Florida, January 27, 1928, to proud parents Roy David and Iva Marie Burnsed. Mrs. Heard was of the Baptist faith, and delighted singing in the choirs of the churches she attended. Having a deep love for music, she especially liked opera. She was a fabulous cook and prepared many meals for her family. Mrs. Heard lived in   Mexico Beach, Florida for many years, where she loved going for long walks on the beach and enjoyed the sunsets. She cherished the time spent with family most of all and will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her. Preceding her in death were her parents; and brother, Steve Burnsed.

 

Survivors include her devoted husband of 65 years, Harold Heard; daughters and sons-in-law, Debbie and George Pittman of Social Circle, Kay and Jim Roberts of Manchester, GA; grandchildren and their spouses, Amy and David Head, Christopher and Stacy Pittman, Gregory and Allison Pittman, Tom and Teri Howard; great-grandchildren, Eli and Jacob Head, John and Mark Howard, Cooper and Conner Pittman, Ryker, Tucker and Sawyer Pittman; sisters and brothers-in-law, Bernice and Harold Buckner, Barbara and Ed Hartley; brother and sister-in-law, Tony and Jane Burnsed; as well as numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.

 

Funeral Services for Mrs. Heard will be held Sunday, June 5, 2016, 2:00 PM, at the Chapel of Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road in Covington, with Rev. Dr. Douglas Gilreath officiating and interment following in Lawnwood Memorial Park. Friends may join the family for visitation prior to the service from 12:30 – 2:00 PM. Flowers are accepted, or contributions may be made in her memory to Longleaf Hospice, 1132 Floyd Street, Covington, GA 30014.

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