Harold (Les) Christian Obituary

Harold (Les) Christian, of Covington, passed away Saturday, August 27, 2022, at the age of 70. Mr. Christian was an avid outdoorsman and liked going fishing and hunting. He was an athlete by nature, having played baseball and softball. In addition, Mr. Christian enjoyed watching sports and was a dedicated fan of the Atlanta Braves. He loved his whole family dearly and treasured the time he spent with them. Mr. Christian was preceded in death by his wife, Kathy Christian; and parents, Sally Mae and Gus Christian, Jr.

 

He is survived by his son, Jeff Christian (Tiffany); grandson, Wesley Christian; brother, Ricky Christian; and several nieces and nephews.

 

A Funeral Service for Mr. Christian will be held Wednesday, August 31, 2022, 2:00 P.M., at the Chapel of Caldwell & Cowan, 1215 Access Road, in Covington, with Pastor Ty Adams officiating, and interment following in Lawnwood Memorial Park. Friends are invited to visit with the family at the funeral home on Tuesday, August 30, from 5:00 – 8:00 P.M.

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Kelly Greene

Case Processor

Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home

1215 Access Road, Covington, GA 30014

(770) 786-7062

Rose Bowers Hancock Obituary

Rose Bowers Hancock, of Covington, passed away Friday, August 26, 2022, at the age of 95.

 

Mrs. Hancock is preceded in death by her husband, John Hancock, Sr.; parents, William and Mary Louise Bowers; siblings, Violet Fore, Florence Buran, Virginia Shaw, Margie King, Amelia Roughton; and son-in-law, Tom Bailey.

 

A devoted mother, she is survived by her children, Wanda Hancock Bailey, of Mansfield, John Hancock, Jr., of Conyers, Mark and Paula Hancock, of Commerce, and Larry and Pat Hancock, of Clarkesville. A much-loved grandmother, she is survived by four grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. Surviving siblings include Lee Trum and Roy Bowers, both of Pensacola, Florida; as well as several nieces and nephews.

 

A Funeral Mass for Mrs. Hancock will be held Wednesday, August 31, 2022, 12:00 Noon, at St. Augustine's Catholic Church, 11524 Highway 278, in Covington, with interment following in Lawnwood Memorial Park, 1111 Access Road, in Covington. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Rose's name to St. Vincent de Paul Society, 11524 Highway 278, Covington, Georgia 30014.

 

This obituary was prepared with love and affection by Mrs. Hancock's family.

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Kelly Greene

Case Processor

Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home

1215 Access Road, Covington, GA 30014

(770) 786-7062

Charles Kenneth Popham Obituary

Charles Kenneth Popham, of Covington, passed away Monday, August 15, 2022, at the age of 76. Mr. Popham was a craftsman by trade and loved to build things. He liked watching rubber hit the road in NASCAR races and listening to old country music. In addition, Mr. Popham loved going camping. One of his favorite pastimes included sitting in his barn enjoying a good drink with his friend, Sammy, and talking about the good old times. Mr. Popham was preceded in death by his wife, Willa Dean Popham; grandchildren, Caden Popham, Christopher Parker; parents, Paul A. and Sarah Elizabeth Popham; sister, Christine Payne; and brothers, Hoyt Pilgrim, Leonard Popham, Allen Popham, John Pilgrim.

 

Survivors include his daughters Elizabeth Popham (Mikie McNezes), Crissy Proffitt (Phil); son, Kenneth Popham (Shannon); grandchildren, Ashley Strange, Amanda Payne, Mason Winkles, Olivia Winkles, Jake Casteel, Caity Tyndall, Alexis Proffitt, Caleb Proffitt; several great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.

 

A Graveside Service for Mr. Popham will be held Saturday, August 27, 2022, 12:00 Noon, at Lawnwood Memorial Park, 1111 Access Road, in Covington. Friends are invited to visit with the family at Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road, in Covington, one hour prior to his service, from 11:00 A.M. – 12:00 Noon.

 

www.caldwellandcowan.com to place online condolences. 

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Kelly Greene

Case Processor

Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home

1215 Access Road, Covington, GA 30014

(770) 786-7062

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Jenni Watts Obituary

Jenni Watts, of Covington, passed away Monday, August 22, 2022, at the age of 51. Born in Covington and raised in Jackson, Mrs. Watts was a member of Newton Baptist Church. She resided in Corpus Christie, Texas up until moving back to Georgia in 2014, becoming a Covington resident in 2015. Mrs. Watts loved doing makeup and using other beauty products. In addition, she liked going shopping, especially for shoes and purses. Mrs. Watts also enjoyed spending time by the water fishing in both saltwater and freshwater. She will be remembered as a devoted wife and loving mother.

 

She is survived by her husband of 15 years, Keith Watts; son, Jeremiah Watts; parents, James and Sarah English; sisters, Saralyn Williams, Karon Barnes (David), Sharon Crowell (Don); brothers, Jim English (Karen), Lundy English; adopted sister, Marietta Lomboy (Joseph); special niece, Heather; special cousin, April; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

 

A Funeral Service for Mrs. Watts will be held Friday, August 26, 2022, 2:00 P.M., at Newton Baptist Church, 720 Jack Neely Road, in Covington, with Pastor Beau Carpenter officiating and interment following in Lawnwood Memorial Park, 1111 Access Road, in Covington. Friends are invited to visit with the family at the church on Thursday, August 25, 2022, from 6:00 – 8:00 P.M.

 

www.caldwellandcowan.com to place online condolences. 

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Kelly Greene

Case Processor

Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home

1215 Access Road, Covington, GA 30014

(770) 786-7062

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David Alan Cothran Obituary

David Alan Cothran, of Monticello, passed away Saturday, August 20, 2022, at the age of 67. David was a phenomenal woodworker and could build anything with his hands. He enjoyed spending time outdoors going fishing. Additionally, David had a green thumb and loved watching his plants grow. In times of relaxation, he loved traveling to the beach and the mountains. David cherished his children and grandchildren dearly, treasuring the moments he had with them. He was preceded in death by his grandson, David J. Cothran; parents, Glen Loyd and Louise Ludlam Cothran; and sister, Deborah Maddox.

 

David is survived by his wife of 27 years, Pam Cothran; daughters, Robin Gilbert (Chad), Holly Parker (Brandon); sons, Rick Smith (Marsha), David Cothran (Jessica), Cory H. Cothran; grandchildren; Brittany Bessiere (Mike), Jesse Gilbert (Caysi), Chase Smith (Shelby), Logan Gilbert (Bridgette), Zach Cothran, Amber Cothran, Lilly Grace Parker, Adalyn Parker; great-grandchildren, Hunter Bessiere, Crew Smith, Ellie Bessiere, brothers, Danny Cothran (Yvette), Tommy Cothran (Jessica); sister-in-law, Denise Lynch; as well as several nieces and nephews.

 

A Memorial Service for David will be held Wednesday, August 24, 2022, 2:00 P.M., at the Chapel of Caldwell & Cowan, 1215 Access Road, in Covington. Friends are invited to visit with the family at the funeral home one hour prior to his service, from 1:00 – 2:00 P.M.

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Kelly Greene

Case Processor

Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home

1215 Access Road, Covington, GA 30014

(770) 786-7062

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Obit - Ronald Leach

 

Ronald Leach, of Mansfield, passed away August 15, 2022, at 79 years of age.  A longtime resident of Mansfield and Social Circle, Mr. Leach was a member of Mansfield Methodist Church, United Auto Workers, and proudly served in the National Guard in Monroe for six years.  He enjoyed the time he spent outdoors hunting and fishing, but especially treasured the time he spent golfing with his identical twin brother, Donald. Mr. Leach was a people person who was very generous with his time and seemed to be able to remember everybody's name. He was a high school basketball fan, avid reader, and military historian.  Mr. Leach was interested in all he could learn about the Civil War and World War II. He was preceded in death by his parents, Johnnie and Mary Ruth (Ivey) Leach, brother, Donald Leach; sister, Hazel Womac.

 

Survivors include his wife, Sandra Leach; daughter, Stacy Renee McGraw; son, Brad Leach (Penny); sisters-in-law, Doris Campbell, Linda Leach; brother-in-law, Wayne Reynolds; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.

 

A Funeral Service for Mr. Leach will be held Saturday, August 20, 2022, 2:00 PM, at the Chapel of Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road, in Covington, with Pastor Todd Hilton officiating and interment following in Lawnwood Memorial Park.  Friends may visit with the family at the funeral home prior to the service on Saturday, from 1:00 – 2:00 PM.  Flowers are accepted.

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Regards,

Chris Socha, Case Processor

Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home

1215 Access Road

Covington, GA 30014

770-786-7062 (O)    

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James Walsingham Obituary

James Walsingham, of Oxford, passed away Wednesday, August 17, 2022, at the age of 85. Mr. Walsingham was a devout Christian and member of Shiloh United Methodist Church. He enjoyed working with his hands and was very patriotic in nature. Mr. Walsingham was a humble man who never met a stranger and gave the best hugs. He cherished spending time with his beloved family and adored his wife with all his heart. Mr. Walsingham, in his words, was "always just right". He was preceded in death by his sons, James H. Walsingham, Jr.; John Edward Walsingham; parents, James Edward and Arvie Walsingham; 1 sister; and 2 brothers.

 

He is survived by his wife, Barbara Marlene Walsingham; daughter and son-in-law, Barbara and Mike Jones; 10 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; 2 great-great-grandchildren; and daughters-in-law, Julie Walsingham, Cindy Walsingham.

 

A Funeral Service for Mr. Walsingham will be held Saturday, August 20, 2022, 11:00 A.M., at the Chapel of Caldwell & Cowan, 1215 Access Road, in Covington, with Rev. Mike Wadley officiating and interment following in Lawnwood Memorial Park. Friends are invited to visit with the family at the funeral home on Friday, August 19, 2022, from 5:30 – 8:00 P.M.

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Kelly Greene

Case Processor

Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home

1215 Access Road, Covington, GA 30014

(770) 786-7062

Helen Adams

Helen Adams, of Porterdale, passed away Saturday, July 30, 2022, at the age of 95. Mrs. Adams was a resident of Porterdale all her adult life and was proud to call it home. She attended Julia A. Porter United Methodist Church for many years and even after she was unable to attend, she still loved and prayed for her church family. Helen was not only a devoted wife to Ellis for 70 years but also a loving mother and nana. She was known by the people she loved for having the sweetest smile, an immaculate house, and a "sweet tooth", especially for Milky Ways. She made the best cream corn. Her family would almost get in a friendly fight over the last spoonful. Most of all she loved doing for others which she demonstrated by being the mom whose house all the kids gathered at when her daughter was young, taking care of her grandmother, mother, sister, and anyone else that needed her. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ellis Adams; parents, William Madison and Ella Mae Hollinsworth; and sisters, Bearnice Mathis, Nan Franklin, Laura Jean Hollingsworth.

 

Survivors include her daughter, Teresa Higginbotham (Benny) of Porterdale; grandson, Shane Higginbotham (Mandy) of Covington; great-grandchildren, Macie, Cole, Max, Caroline, and Millie; as well as several nieces and nephews and cousins.

 

A Funeral Service for Helen will be held Saturday, August 6, 2022, 1:00 P.M., at the Chapel of Caldwell & Cowan, 1215 Access Road, in Covington, with Rev. Roger Cato officiating and interment following in Lawnwood Memorial Park in Covington. Friends are invited to visit with the family at the funeral home, prior to her service, from 11:30 A.M. – 1:00 P.M.

 

This obituary was prepared with love and affection by Helen's family.

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Regards,

Chris Socha, Case Processor

Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home

1215 Access Road

Covington, GA 30014

770-786-7062 (O)    

770-786-7067 (F)