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Felice Shawan Bailey
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Published: Feb 23, 2018, 2:02 AM

Felice Shawan Bailey was born on May 25, 1978, at Crawford Long Hospital in Atlanta to Alicia Bailey and Alvin Wilborn.

She attended Newton County and Rockdale County school systems. She was a very loving person that loved to spend time with her family. She enjoyed cooking dinner and grilling food for her family and friends on Sundays. Felice joined Mount Zion Baptist Church at an early age.

On Friday, Feb. 16, 2018, the Lord called her to her heavenly home. Felice was preceded in death by her daughter, Tyseanna Bailey; grandparents, Sallie Shepherd and John (Velma) Wilborn,        

She leaves to cherish her precious memories, her sons, Quavez Lester, Tyseus Bailey and Chase Bailey; mother, Alicia Bailey; father, Alvin Wilborn; siblings, Ayanna Bailey and Alvin (AJ) Bailey; devoted aunts, Joyce (Poochie), Jackie, Ruth, Pat, Thelma, Emma and Evon; uncles, Floyd (Eva) Hambright, Cleemie Frieze, Thaddeus Bailey, James Wilborn and Tommy Adams; special devoted cousins, Shameki Swift, Cassandra Swift and Jaceline Dardy; special friends, Vernon (Ike) Lackey and Tavares Robertson and a host of other relatives and caring friends.   

The funeral service began at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 21 at Grace United Methodist Church, at 3145 Washington St. in Covington with the Rev. George P. Lanier and Pastor Terry Shepherd officiating.

The repast will be held at the Reserve at Hendricks, 1149 Hendricks St., Covington, GA 30014 following the service.
Obituary: Otis Daniel Criswell
Otis Daniel Criswell
Published: Apr 4, 2025, 7:06 PM

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.