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Elzie Ed Dees
Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home
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Elzie (Ed) Dees, of Oxford, passed away June 25, 2015, at the age of 85. Ed was born in Douglas. He served in the United States Air Force from 1951-1955 and was a veteran of the Korean War. He retired from Ryder Truck Lines with 44 years of service. Ed and Maxine thoroughly enjoyed spending time and being involved with their church group. Ed was also a proud and dedicated member of the Masonic Lodge for the past 51 years. He was presently a member with Pace Masonic Lodge No. 558.

He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Maxine Dees, son and daughter-in-law, David and Debbi Dees; daughter and son-in-law, Cindy and Bill Carrington; grandchildren, David Dees, Jason Dees, Jayne Dees, Brady Carrington and wife Jennifer; sister and brother-in-law, Faye and Allan Simmons; sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Annie and Roger Thrift; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Jack and Carolyn Prescott; sister-in-law, Jacqueline Prescott; as well as several nieces, nephews and special friends.

Funeral services for Mr. Dees will be held Tuesday, June 30, 2015, 11 a.m., at First Baptist Church of Covington, with Dr. Cody McNutt and Dr. Alan Posey officiating with interment following in Lawnwood Memorial Park. The family will receive friends at Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road, in Covington, Monday, June 29, from 6–8 p.m.. In lieu of flowers donations may be made, in Mr. Dees memory to First Baptist Church of Covington Building Fund, 1139 Usher Street, Covington, GA 30014.

Visit caldwellandcowan.com to place online condolences or call 770-786-7062.

 

Obituary: Otis Daniel Criswell
Otis Daniel Criswell

Otis Daniel Criswell, age 72, of Covington, Georgia, passed away peacefully on April 3, 2025, surrounded by family. He was born on February 26, 1953, in Athens, Georgia to Melvin Daniel (Coach) Criswell and Veeda Claire Kirkland. 

A proud graduate of Newton County high school, class of 1971. Otis went on to join the army National Guard, serving 6 years. He dedicated 30+ years of his career as a senior Claims representative for George Farm Bureau.

Beyond his professional life, Otis was a passionate University of Georgia football fan. During football season, he could always be found on the deck grilling with family and friends with at least two TVs playing the game. He also loved traveling with his family for martial arts tournaments across the country and cherished time spent relaxing on the beach.

Otis is preceded in death by his parents, Melvin Daniel (Coach) Criswell, Veeda Claire Kirkland and brother, Duane Criswell.

Left to cherish his memory or his children, Jamie (Tony) Pascale Loganville, Georgia, Brian (Carlie) Criswell of Barnesville, Georgia, and Matt Criswell of Covington Georgia; Grandchildren: Kayla and Emma; sister, Donna Criswell Hiett; brother, Dallas (Robin) Criswell; nieces and nephews, Michael, Kimberly, Kevin, Brandon, Preston, and Destiny. 

Otis will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and all who had the pleasure of knowing him. His memory will live on through the many lives he touched. A celebration of Otis ‘s life will be held at Faith Tabernacle Church. 631 Ralph Rd - Conyers, Georgia 30094 on Sunday, April 6, 2025 at 3:00 pm.