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Obituary: Nora Adeline Mobley
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Published: Mar 17, 2025, 5:52 PM

Nora Adeline Mobley, of Covington, passed away Tuesday, March 11, 2025, at the age of 89. Mrs. Mobley was a beloved mother, grandmother, and longtime member of Highpoint Church. She dedicated her life to her family, always showing immense love and pride for her children and grandchildren. An avid gardener, Mrs. Mobley found joy in tending to her flower garden and canning vegetables. Her deep connection to the mountains, where she was born, remained a source of comfort throughout her life. A proud alumna of Tallulah Falls School, she carried the lessons learned there with her. She was a beloved nurse, who devoted her life to caring for others, leaving a lasting impact on all those she touched. She was passionate about her work, and her compassion and dedication touched countless lives throughout her career. Mrs. Mobley was a faithful member of Highpoint Church for over 66 years where she served for many years as a Sunday school teacher and volunteered in various capacities at Calvary Spanish Baptist Church, including helping in the nursery. Her selfless love for her community and unwavering faith will be remembered by all who had the privilege of knowing her. Mrs. Mobley was preceded in death by her loving husband of 44 years, Edward Homer Mobley; parents, Raleigh and Lola Belle Cannon; sisters, Ruth Brown, Doris Murphy, Estelle Beavers, Peg Wilkins; and brother, Frank Cannon. 

Survivors include her sons, Joe and Maria Mobley, Gene and Sandy Mobley; grandchildren, Gabriela and Caleb Jackson, Graciela Mobley and fiancé, Sean Gittins, Sara and Josh Steger, Nathan and Elizabeth Mobley, Joshua and Erin Mobley, Jennifer and Jason Gilbreth, great-grandchildren, Nora Jackson, Olivia Mobley, Jagger Mobley, Townes Mobley, Eli Gilbreth, Adeline Gilbreth, and Baby Beau Cannon due April 23rd; as well as several nieces and nephews.

A Funeral Service for Mrs. Mobley will be held Wednesday, March 19, 2025, 11:00 A.M., at High Point Baptist Church, 12025 Highway 36, in Covington, with Pastor Jeff Bishop officiating and interment following in the Church cemetery. Friends are invited to visit with the family Tuesday, March 18, from 5:00 – 8:00 P.M., at Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road, in Covington. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Calvary Baptist Church Spanish Ministries, P.O. Box 627 Covington, GA 30015 or High Point Cemetery Fund. 
Obituary: Rev. Thomas Halliburton Johnson, Sr.
Rev. Thomas Halliburton Johnson, Sr.
Published: Mar 17, 2025, 5:53 PM

The Rev. Thomas Halliburton Johnson, Sr. of Oxford, Georgia, died January 19, 2025, age 95 1/2. 

A graduate of Emory University, as a United Methodist minister from 1950 to 1994, he served the following appointments: Carrollton First as associate pastor; then these South Georgia congregations: Martha Bowan (Macon); Alpha (Bloomingdale)/Meldrim; White Bluff (Savannah); Baxley First/Graham; Park Avenue (Valdosta); Statesboro First; Perry. As superintendent he served the Thomasville District, Epworth by the Sea/St Simons Island, and the Waycross District. As a retired supply pastor, he then served Mansfield UMC. 

In retirement, the Johnsons moved to Mrs. Johnson’s homeplace in Oxford, Georgia where they were active at Allen Memorial UMC, continued and expanded W.A. Carlton’s muscadine vineyards and camellias, and planted new patches of daylilies, blueberries, irises, roses, blackberries, and more. He became an active member of The Kiwanis Club, Covington, and they were both active in the Oxford Historical Cemetery non-profit and more. 

Rev. Johnson was preceded in death by wife, Emmie Stewart Carlton Johnson; parents, George M. & Louise H. Johnson; older siblings, George, Jr. & Betsy J. Carter; and in-laws, W.A. & Annie Lou B. Carlton. He is survived by three children - Tom, Jr. of Pine Mountain, Nancy (Jeff) of N. Hall, & Betsy (John) of Roswell - six grandchildren - Melissa (Ryan), Russell, Jesse (Shay), Emmy (Micah), Evan, & Thomas III (C’Lee) - & three g-grandchildren: Caleb, Noah & Jude - five nieces and nephews & numerous great nieces and nephews. 

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to: Epworth by the Sea, St Simons Island, The Methodist Home for Children and Youth, Macon, The Vashti Center, Thomasville, The Open Door Community House, Columbus, The League of the Good Samaritan, Magnolia Manor, Americus. Addresses can easily located on those websites. Please, NO Flowers.