George (Skeet) Harper

Mr. George (Skeet) Harper, 93, of Porterdale, passed away April 30. Mr. Harper worked for Bibb Manufacturing Company for 20 years, before retiring from Hercules, in 1983, after 14 years of service. He was Past Master of the Pace Masonic Lodge No. 558 F&AM, in Porterdale, where he was a member for 60 years. In addition, he was a faithful member of County Line Baptist Church.

Stevin P. Herald

Mr. Stevin P. Herald, 49, of McLean passed away April 29 at his residence in McLean, Ill. The son of Darlene Herald Koberlein, he was born September 1963 in Bloomington, Ill. He was a 1981 graduate of Bloomington High School. He was previously employed for the Alamo II Bookstore in Normal, Ill. He had resided in Georgia for the last 10 years where he worked as a librarian. He had a vibrant personality and could ...

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Floyd McGiboney

Mr. Floyd McGiboney, age 77, of Covington, passed away April 30, 2013 at his residence. He was born August 2, 1935 in Covington, Georgia to the late Horace McGiboney and Grace Flanigan McGiboney Dick. Mr. McGiboney was retired from General Motors after 29 years. He loved his family very much and enjoyed visiting with neighbors and friends every chance he could. Mr. McGiboney was a handyman and enjoyed woodworking, upholstery, and working in his yard. ...

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Jean Paige Danner &Eddy E. Pugh

Jean Paige Danner, 56, and Eddy E. Pugh, 57, of Covington, died from injuries received in a tragic automobile accident on April 21.

James Stanley Moore Sr.

Mr. James Stanley Moore Sr., 59, of Covington, passed away April 24. Moore was a dedicated employee, for 40 years, at SRG Global. He loved his family, and enjoyed running, playing drums, fishing, going to the beach, woodworking and being outdoors. He was preceded in death by his parents Sam and Inez (Harcrow) Moore, sister Audrey Barela and brother Dwight Rutledge.

Dr. Betty June Cottrell Hull

Dr. Betty June Cottrell Hull, 83, of Covington passed away on April 6.

Barry Lynn Dunn

With great sorrow, the family of Barry Lynn Dunn, announces his passing on April 23. He was the son of Samuel Smith and Lessie (Yelverton) Dunn, born Oct. 15, 1927, in Jackson, Tenn., and moved to Atlanta soon after his birth. He grew up in West End, attended Tech High School, and was baptized and spent his youth at Gordon Street Baptist Church. He was a member of what is now called the "Greatest Generation," ...

General Jackson 'Jack' Carnes

General Jackson "Jack" Carnes, 87, of Covington, passed away April 22.

Jack Porter Atkinson Jr.

Mr. Jack Porter Atkinson Jr. died peacefully in his sleep at University Hospital, Augusta, April 22 following an illness of several weeks.

J.B. Monk, Sr.

Mr. J.B. Monk Sr., 90, of Covington, passed away April 12. Mr. Monk enjoyed fishing, cutting grass and going to gospel singings.

William (Billy) Webb, Sr.

William (Billy) Webb, Sr., of Covington, died July 20, 2009, at the age of 72. Mr. Webb retired from Madison Industries, in Conyers, after 34 years of service; and then served as a volunteer firefighter for Rocky Plains Fire Department for many years. He enjoyed spending his time fishing and hunting, and dearly loved his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Mr. Webb was preceded in death by his parents, Jack and Bertha Mae George Webb; and ...

Johnnie Marlowe Piper

Mrs. Johnnie Marlowe Piper of Covington, died July 19, 2009, at the age of 102. Mrs. Piper was a member of Covington First United Methodist Church, and former member of the Covington Women's Club. She enjoyed gardening, and flowers; but more than anything she loved her family and her church. Mrs. Piper was preceded in death by her husband, Virgil Lester Piper; grandson, Allen Clark; and her parents, Joseph Franklin and Carrie Lee Simmons Marlowe. ...

Mrs. Nell L. Cain

Mrs. Nelaveasse (Nell) L. Cain, widow of Briggs E. Cain, died Saturday, July 18, 2009. She was born April 27, 1921, to the late James O. and Leota L. Lybrand in Aiken, SC, and was the second of six children. Before moving to Covington in 1995, Mrs. Cain was a resident of Macon, GA, for nearly 50 years, and was a member of Mabel White Memorial Baptist Church where she served as Church Librarian for ...

William Olan Millican

William Olan Millican of Newborn, died at his home, July 15, 2009, at the age of 83. He was the son of the late James Munroe and Nobie Ward Stevens Millican and a member of Faith United Methodist Church in Riverdale. He was a building contractor, and the owner/operator of Southside Construction Company. Mr. Millican enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his two sisters, Linnie McGuire, ...

Carl Smith

Carl Smith Jr., born August 8, 1912 in Covington, Ga., died at home on Monday July 13, 2009. He was the son of the late Carl Smith Sr. and Minnie Mobley. He was predeceased in death by brothers: Simms, Dan, "Peaches", and Charlie and one sister, Evelyn Hooten.

Dorothy M. Weiss

Dorothy M. Weiss of Tucker, formerly of Covington, died July 12, 2009, at Emory Eastside Medical Center, at the age of 93. Daughter of the late Frank and Bertha Munger Day, she and her husband were former residents of Kansas City, moving to Covington in the early 1970's. She was a member of The Church of the Good Shepherd, where she served as secretary for several years. Mrs. Weiss was a member of the Episcopal ...

Tanyetta L. Williams

Tanyetta L. Williams, 21, of Covington, died July 2. Known as Tan, Miss Williams was a feminist activist and a junior at Georgia State College majoring in political science. Miss Williams was a lover of music and sang at many churches and loved playing drums. She toured with several activist groups and was a sociable person. She surrounded herself with a diverse circle of friends. Desiring to have a positive impact in ...

Betty Lee Sims Glover

Mrs. Betty Lee Sims Glover died June 27 in Rockdale County. The daughter of the late Mr. and Mr. Rube (Lessie Benton) Sims, she was born in 1940 in Newton County. She was preceded in death by her husband Mr. Johnny Thomas Glover; children Lisa, Scottie and Freda; one grandson; brothers Willie and Charlie Sims; and sisters Cleo Parks, Annie Chandler, Mamie and Belle. Mrs. Glover joined Murray ...

Shirley A. Gresham

Shirley A. Gresham of Covington, died July 5, 2009, at the age of 72. Mrs. Gresham retired from Macy's after more than 20 years of service. Born in Scottdale, GA, to the late James and Emma Jones Hardman, she loved spending time planting flowers at her home. Mrs. Gresham was a faithful member of Zion Baptist Church in Covington. Survivors include her loving husband, Horace Gresham; sons, Kenneth J. Gresham of McDonough, Steven D. Gresham ...

Patricia J. Long

Patricia J. Long of Covington, died July 5, 2009, at the age of 53. Mrs. Long loved her dog, enjoyed relaxing by the river banks watching the water, and listening to both country and rock and roll music. More than anything, she loved spending time with her grandchildren. Survivors include her daughters and sons-in-law, Anna and Timothy Hunt of Covington, Kelly and Michael Carter of Social Circle, Angela and John Hunt of Covington; 9 grandchildren; ...

Benjamin Jay Womack

Benjamin Jay Womack Monastery of the Holy Spirit Mr. Benjamin Jay Womack, beloved nephew, cousin, brother and friend passed away on July 1, 2009, following a nine month battle with cancer. B. Jay was 35 at the time of his death. B. Jay had made quite a name for himself on the Atlanta music scene under the name of Bobby Ubangi and with ...

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Jimmy E. Barnett

Jimmy E. Barnett of Covington, died July 1, 2009, at the age 42. Mr. Barnett loved animals, and especially loved his family. He was preceded in death by his parents, James Marvin Sr., and Dorothy Talbert Barnett; and brother, James M. Barnett, Jr. Survivors include his wife, Lynda Barnett; daughters, Carol Barnett, Christy Barnett, both of Oxford; son, Christopher JE Barnett of Social Circle; grandson, Christopher Barnett, Jr.; step children, Richard and Christy Hanright, Jr., ...

Gladys Kitchens

Gladys Partee Kitchens, 81, of Asheville, NC, passed away on July 1, 2009, at John F. Keever Hospice Solace Center. Born in Covington, to the late Lester and Ruth Dodson Partee, she worked for Bibb Manufacturing Co., in Porterdale, until her retirement. She was a member of Bent Creek Baptist Church, in Asheville, but also supported many local churches in Covington. Mrs. Kitchens was preceded in death by her husband, Gerald W. Kitchens; sisters, Kate ...

Larry Thomas White

Larry Thomas White Lord & Stephens East Athens Larry Thomas White, 61, died June 27. He was known as Papa Bear to his family. Everyone who ever met him knows he was a kind and gentle man. Mr. White was someone who gave unconditionally, even though he had so little to give and he loved greatly. He never wanted for himself and touched ...