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Robert Gerald (Bobby) Floyd, Sr.
Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home
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Updated: Sep 5, 2017, 5:52 PM
Published: Sep 5, 2017, 2:47 PM

Robert Gerald (Bobby) Floyd, Sr., of Newborn, passed away Sept. 4, 2017, at 76 years of age.  Among Mr. Floyd’s favorite pastimes were square dancing, listening to Cajun music, working in his yard on his little John Deere and traveling.  A member of CrossRoads Baptist Church, Mr. Floyd enjoyed spending time with his friends - but most of all he loved his family and cherished the time he spent with them supporting their various activities.  He was preceded in death by his parents, John Edward and Martille (Thomas) Floyd.

Survivors include his wife, Kay Floyd, of Newborn; sons and daughters-in-law, Robbie and Marcy Floyd, of Marietta, Greg and Susan Floyd, of Lilburn, Lane and Erin Floyd, of Canton; grandchildren, Alyssa Floyd, Ansley Floyd, Harrison Floyd, MaryRuth Davis, Sandra Faye Davis, Kensington Floyd, Jesse Wade; great-grandchildren, Logan Wade, Isla Wade; sister, Pat Floyd of Norcross; nieces,  Merilee Templeton, Jill Kinsella; great nieces and great nephews, John Henry Templeton, Alex Kinsella, Lindsey Kinsella, Sharon Kinsella; daughters-in-law, Lisa Wheeler, Sarah Wade; brother-in-law, Jack Harrison and wife, Doreen, of Byron.

A Memorial Service for Mr. Floyd will be held Thursday, Sept. 7, 2017, 3 p.m., at Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road, in Covington, with Pastor Brandon Stanley and Pastor Dudley Hawkins officiating.  Friends may visit with the family at the funeral home one hour prior to the service, from 2 - 3 p.m.
Obituary: Wesley Berg
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Published: Mar 31, 2025, 4:24 PM

Mr. Wesley Berg, aged 67, of Newborn, passed away on Tuesday, March 25, 2025. He was born on March 6, 1958, in Atlanta. Mr. Berg grew up in Decatur and graduated from Shamrock High School. He was a dedicated Christian who had a passion for mission work and helping others, frequently traveling to disaster-stricken areas to assist those in need. Mr. Berg was a committed member of Centennial Baptist Church. As a hardworking individual, he owned and operated Berg Heating and Air.

He was predeceased by his parents, Roland and Margine Tribble, and his stepsister, Lynn Daniel. Mr. Berg is survived by his wife, Mrs. Dawn Berg; his siblings, Vincent Berg, Judy Berg, Katherine Berg, Karen Berg, and Krysten Berg; his stepbrother, Bobby Tribble, and Carol Schneider; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, other family members, and many close friends.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM on Saturday, March 28, 2025, at Centennial Baptist Church, 5321 Brownwood Rd, Rutledge, GA 30663, with Reverend Terry Richardson and Reverend Wilburn Hill officiating. The family will receive friends at the church from 12:00 PM until the time of service on Saturday. J.C. Harwell and Son Funeral Home/TE Davis Funeral Services is in charge of the arrangements. J.C. Harwell and Son Funeral Home, 2157 East Street SE, Covington, GA 30014, (770)786-2524, www.harwellfuneralhome.com.