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Richard Edmond Dube, Sr., passed away Friday, November 3, 2023, at the age of 79 with his family surrounding him. He was born in Caribou, ME to the late Theodore and Lillian (Lovejoy) Dube. Richard is preceded in death by his wife, Augusta Elaine Dube; sons, Paul Dube, Mark Dube and Scott Dube; brothers, Harold, and Gerald; sisters, Rose, Anita, Teresa, Viola, and Stella. Richard was a loving husband, father, pop, son, brother, uncle, and great friend to so many. He was a member of New Rocky Creek Baptist Church in Monticello. Richard enjoyed hanging out with family and friends whether it was at a cookout or a family gathering. No matter where he was at you would find Richard making people...

Kirby Joe Weathersby, 81, of Covington, passed away Sunday, October 8, 2023, at Harbor Grace Hospice in Atlanta. He was born in Bainbridge, GA to the late Marcus and Louise (Cato) Weathersby. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his sons, Steve Weathersby and Waymon Weathersby, brothers and sister-in-law, Wilson Weatherby, Butch and Linda Weathersby. Kirby's hobbies included hunting and fishing (he especially enjoyed going fishing in the Gulf). He loved large mouth fishing until he was introduced to speckled trout fishing by Gus Powell. Kirby told his son, Benny, "that he had found something more fun than large mouth fishing". And once Benny came home from being stationed...

Riley Lawrence (Larry) Patton of Conyers, Ga passed away Thursday September 21, 2023. Larry was born August 28, 1935, to Augusta (Gustie) and Riley Patton and was raised in Blue Ridge, Ga. In 1951 at the age of 16 Larry forged his mother's signature and enlisted in the Army. He served in Korea and Vietnam. Upon completion of his military service Larry moved to Atlanta and went to work for Marta, retiring from there in 1997. For almost 48 years Larry gave his heart and his time to the numerous charitable organizations supported by The Shriners. He was initiated and raised in the North DeKalb Lodge 714. In 1998 he moved to Stockbridge Lodge 691. He was affiliated with the York Rite, Scottish...

Obituary lovingly prepared by the family. Lillie Lorene Johnson DeLisle, age 96, passed away August 21, 2023. She was born on November 11, 1926 in Baker County, Georgia to the late Walter Malcom Johnson and the late Nancy Grimes Johnson. She was one of seven children, 4 brothers and 2 sisters. Lorene attended elementary school at Bethany and graduated from Albany High School and Freeman Business College in Albany, Georgia. She was employed as Assistant to Superior Court Judge Elsie L. Smith, Pataula Judicial Circuit, in Albany, Georgia. At the end of World War II, she was married on April 22, 1946 to Air Force Officer Roger E. DeLisle from Chicopee, Massachusetts, at St. Theresa...

Gene Austin Wallace, 93, of Mansfield, GA, passed away on Wednesday, July 26, 2023. Gene was born on January 12, 1930 to the late Henry Franklin Wallace and Lillian Mize Wallace. In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his beloved wife Margaret Adams Wallace, sisters Rachel Mitchell, Charlotte Wilson, and brothers Robert Wallace and Roger Wallace. He is survived by many nieces and nephews. Gene was a loving husband, brother, uncle and friend. A US Army Veteran, he retired from a job in Human Resources for the State of Georgia. He loved to garden and truly enjoyed sharing his knowledge of plants. Gene appreciated the written word and adored both reading and journaling. A pro at...

Robert Leslie Bishop passed away on March 30, 2023. He was born in Atlanta, GA to Bobby and Elsie Bishop. Leslie met Sandra at Prospect United Methodist Church in 1978, and were secretly married until they announced they were pregnant with their first born son, Robert Brandon Bishop. Just a few years later, their second son, Robert Bradley Bishop, was born. Leslie was a generous man, hard headed at times, but would give you the shirt off his back in a heartbeat. He was a talented woodworker, sharing his talents by building pieces for Haven Fellowship Church including bookshelves and the preacher's desk, and the Baptismal Font for Prospect Church. Leslie and his brother-in-law, Perry headed...

Don Stewart, of Conyers, passed away Sunday, January 15, 2023 at his home. He was 91 years of age. He was born in Phenix City, AL on June 3, 1931 to the late Anna Stacie (Williamson) and Daniel Fisher Stewart. Don was a devoted husband of 70 years, loving father, grandfather great grandfather, uncle and friend to many. He never met a stranger. Don was a member of Salem United Methodist Church where he loved to serve his church and the people there. He served as an usher and several capacities over the years. Don enjoyed watching Alabama football, watching all his children play ball as they grew up and he even coached them in softball. In addition to his parents, Don was preceded in death...

Dana Marie Anckersen, age 59, passed away on December 22, 2022, in St. Petersburg, FL after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. She was born October 31, 1963, in Milwaukee, WI to James J. Anckersen and Elaine L. Bennett. She graduated from Newton County High School in 1982 and furthered her education at the University of Georgia where she earned her BA in Marketing. She had a long career in sales and marketing and was able to start her own business several years ago which she operated until recently. She was most passionate about her family and friends, her beloved dog Bella, and of course the UGA Bulldogs. She is survived by her father, James Anckersen (Bonnie); brothers,...

Patsy Nell (Taylor) Austin, of Stockbridge, passed away Wednesday, November 16, 2022, peacefully at her home, surrounded by her family. She was 80 years of age. Patsy was born in Rex, GA to the late Cecil and Eva Frances (Smith) Taylor. She was a devoted wife, mother, mama, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend to many. Patsy was a member of Community Church of Praise in Stockbridge. She loved to garden in both her vegetable and flower gardens. Patsy enjoyed collecting figurines, shopping and cooking. She loved her mini donkeys and raised numerous chickens. She is preceded in death by her parents Cecil and Eva Taylor; her husband Samuel Austin; and her brothers, Jerry Taylor and Rev. Kenneth...

Gloria Jean (Parker) Fuller, of Covington, passed away Thursday, November 10, 2022 at the age of 88. She was born to the late Milton C. and Mamie (Childs) Parker. She lived her entire life in Covington. Gloria was a devoted and loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and a pillar of strength to her family, friends and the Stewart Community where she was a member of Stewart Community Church for many years. She enjoyed cooking, gardening, and her furry babies. Gloria was loved by all, especially by her family. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Ervin F. Fuller, sons, Terry and Keith "Bue" Fuller, Sr., and her siblings, Virginia, Bernice, Thomas,...

Ronald Keith "Bue" Fuller, Sr., of Covington, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on his 67th birthday, Sunday, November 6, 2022 at his home. He was born in Covington, GA to Gloria Jean (Parker) Fuller and the late Ervin Franklin Fuller. Bue was the proprietor of Frank's Restaurant and Best Septic Tank Service for more than 40 years. He was a life-long member of Stewart Community until the day he died. His memory will forever be cherished by his wife Vivian Castellana Fuller; sons, Ronald Keith Fuller, Jr. and Patrick Castellana Fuller; as well as notable family members, Joanna Jones, Emanuele Castellana, Michael Castellana and Chris Castellana. He will also be remembered by...

Kathleen Capes Hooper passed away Friday, October 21, 2022. Kathleen was born on March 17, 1920 in Covington, Ga to the late Jeff and Mamie Capes. She was number seven of eleven children. Kathleen is preceded in death by her husband WL Hooper JR. whom she married in 1942 and her siblings; John Zack, JC, Oliver, Hulon, Sam, Emory, Maggie, Louise, Sara, and Peggy. As a child, Kathleen lived just down the Wehunt Road and then moved to Oak Hill Road. After she married WL, they moved to Porterdale where she was hired by Bibb Manufacturing to play basketball and work in the PayMaster office. Kathleen joined Bethany Presbyterian Church in 1943 where she assisted with the nursery, Bible School,...

Alvin Richard (Al) Jones Al Jones passed away Friday, October 7, 2022. He was born on November 21, 1932 in Clanton, AL to the late Leonard and Hattie Jones. Al was also preceded by his sister, Pauline Jones and brother, John Jones. He served in the U. S. Air Force during the Korean War. Al retired from AT&T after 35 years of service as an engineering associate. He was a member of Rockdale Baptist Church where he joined in 1974. Al recorded the worship services most of that time and worked in the Pre-school department doing the attendance Sunday school records. He enjoyed gardening, an avid Alabama football fan and golfer. Back in his younger days he use to own and operate the...

Richard "Dick" Haynes Johnson, of Conyers, passed away Wednesday, September 7, 2022 at his home. He was 84 years of age. Dick was born in Grantville, GA to Elmer H. Johnson and Mary (Haynes) Loan. He was a devoted husband, father, brother, uncle and friend to many. He was a member of Zion Baptist Church. Dick loved working in his shop where he enjoyed piddling around. He enjoyed watching westerns. Dick was very happy to travel upon retirement. He was able to visit 48 of the 50 states. Dick was preceded in death by his parents, Elmer H. Johnson and Mary (Haynes) Loan, sister, Dorris Ridings, grandparents, Louie and Ola Johnson of Grantville, GA, Bert and Ella Mae Haynes of Luthersville, GA....

Henry James Wolfe, Jr., 72, of Covington, passed away peacefully Friday, August 26, 2022 at The Oaks at Ashton Hills in Covington. Henry was born in New Albany, Indiana to the late Henry James Wolfe, Sr. and Frances Beckett Wolfe. He was a loving son, brother and great friend to so many. Henry went to Salem High School in Indiana. After graduation he attended Indiana State where he received his Bachelors of Music Degree. He then went on to Ball State and received his Master's Degree in Education. Henry was the Band Director at Edwards Middle School in Conyers for many years. He enjoyed running, cycling, fly fishing, going to the mountains and listening to jazz music. Henry volunteered at...

Ruth Elizabeth Boynton, age 82, of Covington, passed away Wednesday, August 3, 2022. Mrs. Boynton, Ruthie, Roustus, Rudy, Rootie Tootie, Ma, Maw-Maw, and above all Mama, as she was affectionately known by many names through her many special relationships had an unfailing strength and resilience - someone who always came through for everyone. Her zest for life and boundless energy lifted the spirits and energized all those around her. She loved the beach, was an excellent cook, and an avid fan of the Atlanta Braves. Mrs. Boynton was preceded in death by her husband, Hal Edward Boynton; daughter, Glenda Marie Jackson; step-son, Hal Boynton Jr; father, John Jefferson Thompson; mother,...

John Robert Parris, 80, of Stockbridge, passed away peacefully at his home, Monday, July 11, 2022 surrounded by his family. Born and raised in Stockbridge, he was preceded in death by his parents, Jack and Agnes (Parson) Parris; sons, John Steven Parris; Robert Allen; daughter, Sharon Marie Parris Almand; brother, Judge "Puff" Carter Parris. John was a proud Veteran of the U S Army. He enjoyed vegetable gardening, Braves baseball, fishing and going to the American Legion. John always loved helping people and never met a stranger. He enjoyed traveling to the beach and really loved going to the mountains. John loved spending time with his grandchildren. He grew up in the Lorraine Assembly of...

Christal Lee Brannon Calhoun was born 4/28/1950 and died at age 72 on 6/23/2022 after a prolonged battle with breast cancer. She was preceded in death by the love of her life, her husband Jerrell P. Calhoun at age 69, on 8/24/2016 after 49 years of marriage. Christal leaves two grown children, Clint Calhoun and Sonya Calhoun Wilson (Rodney) and 5 grandchildren, Brandy Calhoun McCraw (Tom), Jay Calhoun, Andrew Yeomans (Jennifer), Logan Hernandez, and Courtland Hernandez. Christal had also been blessed with 8 great grandchildren, Mayson Yeomans, Marquis Simmons, Bella Pangallo, Riley Yeomans, Chandler Hernandez, Payton Hernandez, Norah Hernandez, and Tucker Hernandez. Christal has 9 siblings,...

Jeffrey Andrew DeSandre, 52, of Conyers, Georgia passed away Monday, May 9, 2022. Death followed several years of battling a heart condition. Born on December 26, 1969, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, he is the son of Alan and the late Jean DeSandre of Conyers Georgia. The loving father of Miranda Persandi and Grandfather of Rosalyn and the brother of Mark and David and the Uncle of 2 Nieces and 1 Nephew. He graduated from Heritage High School, Conyers, Georgia in 1987. He earned his A.S.E Master Tech, Honda Gold, Silver and Bronze Master Tech, Associates Degree and Applied Technologies Degree from Dekalb College in 1989. He played varsity soccer and ran cross country for Heritage High...

Foster "Freeman" Batchelor, 74, passed away on Friday, May 6, 2022 at Emory Midtown Hospital. He was born in Monroe, Georgia to the late Ralph and Beulah (Farmer) Batchelor. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Phillip Batchelor. Freeman grew up in the Covington community and played varsity football and baseball for the Newton County Rams. He won many athletic awards during high school. After high school, he attained a black belt level in HapKiDo, a Korean marshall art. Also, Freeman played locally in several bands that led to his opportunity to become road and stage manager for the groups "Three Dog Night" and "Bread" in the 1970's and 1980's. After moving...

After a lengthy illness, Georgette Izen died Monday, March 28, 2022. Georgette was born and raised in Binghamton, New York. She was the daughter of George and Margaret Izen. She was a graduate of the State University of New York and earned a Master's Degree at Ohio State University. In the early 1980's she moved to Oxford, Georgia and began her career with the Newton County Schools. She served at Ficquett Elementary School as an Assistant Principal and at Newton High School as a teacher, an Assistant Principal and the Associate Principal. She completed her career as the Director of Curriculum and Instruction for the Newton County School System. The quality of her work in public education was...