All Obituaries

Mrs. Ann H. Smith, age 88, a longtime resident of Porterdale passed away Friday, May 20, 2022.  She was born April 21, 1934 in Loganville to Lewis and Anna Broach Head who have preceded her in death.  Mrs. Head worked for Bibb Manufacturing in Porterdale for over 40 years.  She enjoyed gardening and loved watching Fox News.  Along with her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Jack Smith; her son Timmy Smith; and Chris Johnston who she considered to be her...

Mr. Luther Lanier Johnson, Jr., age 68, a lifelong resident of Covington passed away Wednesday, May 18, 2022.  He was born September 3, 1953 to Luther and Johnnie Ruth Criswell Johnson.  Lanier attended Newton County High School and owned Johnson Ceramic Tile for many years.  He enjoyed swimming, and fishing, but his favorite past-time was spending time with his Daddy.  Lanier was preceded in death by his mother Johnnie Ruth Johnson, his sister Joanie Vaughn, and his...

Mrs. Betty Robinson, age 100, of Covington, Georgia passed away Tuesday, May 17, 2022.  She was born on January 10, 1922 to Cooper and Elizabeth Jones who have preceded her in death.  Mrs. Robinson taught for many years at Newton County High School before she went on to retire as a book keeper for the Newton County Board of Education. She was a very active member of First Presbyterian Church of Covington, Elizabeth Circle, and the DAR.  She enjoyed playing Bridge, reading, and...

Mr. Joseph “Joey” Brook, age 58, of Greensboro, Georgia passed away Tuesday, May 13, 2022.  He was born on August 31, 1963 to Larry Joe Brook who survives him and Mary Ella Brook who has preceded him in death.  Joey worked in construction for many years and was well liked by all.  He was very outgoing and fun loving.  Joey was a gentle, sweet man.  He had a passion for fishing and helping others.  Joey never had any unkind words to say about...

(Annie) Ruth Sherwood Weldon received her reward of eternal peace, Thursday, May 12, 2022, at age 96. She was preceded in passing by her beloved husband, of 76 years, William Clyde Weldon, Sr. Ruth was born in Miami, Florida to the late Henry Louis Sherwood and Corrine Bearden Sherwood of Henry County, Ga. The next to youngest of 7 children, Ruth is survived by one sibling, her beloved sister, Virginia Brown. She also is survived by many nieces and nephews.  Ruth was the loving mother...

Mr. Larry “Jake” Davis, age 67, of Covington, Georgia passed away Thursday, May 5, 2022.  He was born on August 30, 1954 to Herman and Mildred Davis who have preceded him in death.  Mr. Davis loved the outdoors and spending time on his boat at the lake.  He enjoyed gardening and playing his guitar.  Mr. Davis was known for his big heart and would do anything for anyone.  He loved his children and grandchildren and will be greatly missed.  Along with...

Mr. Ralph Chreiman, Jr., age 74, of Oxford passed away Monday, May 2, 2022.  He was born July 31, 1947 in Delaware and grew up in Philadelphia and New Jersey.  Mr. Chreiman was a truck driver and enjoyed watching sports especially football, and playing with his dog “Rocky”.  He was preceded in death by his father Ralph Chreiman, Sr., his grandmother Dale Elaine Chreiman, his brothers Herb and Von Chreiman, and his sister Dale Chreiman.  Mr. Chreiman is...

Mr. Albert Harold Kennemore, Jr., age 86, of Covington passed away Wednesday, April 27, 2022.  He was born in Atlanta on May 18, 1935 to Albert Sr. and Margaret Kennemore who have preceded him in death.  Mr. Kennemore grew up in Decatur and attended Decatur High School before joining the Navy.  He served during the Korean War era and served in the United States Navy for 2 years and the United States Marine Corp for 2 years with the 1st Marine Division.  Following his...

Mr. Luke Allen, age 43, a longtime resident of Newton County passed away Tuesday, April 26, 2022.  He was born August 4, 1978 in Covington to Wayne and Gayle Pittard Allen.  Luke grew up in Lyman, South Carolina and Covington, Georgia and graduated from Newton High School.  Following high school in1996 he signed with the Los Angeles Dodgers.  He was assigned to the Great Falls Dodgers for the 1997 season.  He played Single A with the San Bernadino Stampede, then was...

Mr. Jerry Prosser, age 81, a lifelong resident of Mansfield passed away Tuesday, April 26, 2022.  He was born in Mansfield on February 1, 1941 to Nick and Sara Prosser who have preceded him in death.  Mr. Prosser grew up in Mansfield and was a graduate of Newton County High School.  He was in the chicken business with his father and later managed Wallace Hatchery in Newborn.  He retired from Newton County where he served as the landfill supervisor from 1990 until...