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Mr. Nikki Wade
J.C. Harwell & Son
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Mr. Nikki Wade, age 48, of Covington passed away September 22, 2012.  He was born in Conyers, Georgia to the late Charles and Mary Jeane Wade on December 16, 1963; he grew up in Lithonia and attended Lithonia High School.  Nikki enjoyed being outdoors, spending time at the lake boating, fishing, camping and being with family.  He enjoyed watching the history channel and loved his animals; Jake, Trip and Opie. 

 

Nikki is survived by his wife Nora Etheredge Wade, his daughter Samantha Kay Wade of Covington, his siblings and their spouses; Tony and Malinda Wade of Jackson, Angela Wade Taylor of Conyers and Melanie and James Crowe of Social Circle.  He is also survived by his nieces and nephews; Jennifer Young, Lance Crowe, April Barrett, Mandy Wade, Brittany Hicks and John Norris along with other family and close friends.

 

Funeral services for Mr. Wade will be held at 2 O’clock Monday, September 24, 2012 at Zion Baptist Church with Reverend Wayne Rickard, Dr. Jim Martin and Reverend Reese Sanders officiating.  The family will receive friends at J.C. Harwell and Son Funeral Home from 3pm until 6pm on Sunday, September 23, 2012.  J.C. Harwell & Son Funeral Home and Cremation Chapel, 2157 East Street SE, Covington, GA 30014 is in charge of arrangements. www.harwellfuneralhome.com 

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.