Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home and Dogwood Hill Crematory

Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home and Dogwood Hill Crematory Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home has proudly served Newton County since 1933. We are committed to guiding you through all aspects of honoring your loved one.

We offer individualized funeral and cremation services designed to meet each family's unique needs.

Joyce Ellen JuhnkeJoyce Ellen Juhnke, of Covington, passed away Thursday, November 6, 2025, at the age of 51. Mrs. Juhnk...
11/07/2025

Joyce Ellen Juhnke

Joyce Ellen Juhnke, of Covington, passed away Thursday, November 6, 2025, at the age of 51. Mrs. Juhnke was a vibrant soul who brightened every room she entered. She loved her coffee and Coca-Cola, always ready for a shopping trip or a good conversation with friends — and she never met a stranger. Her love of hummingbirds, art, drawing, and crafts reflected her creative spirit, and she often spent time journaling or enjoying her favorite music and movies. A true...

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Robert Vander TaylorRobert Vander Taylor, of Conyers, passed away November 2, 2025. A graveside service to honor Mr. Tay...
11/06/2025

Robert Vander Taylor

Robert Vander Taylor, of Conyers, passed away November 2, 2025. A graveside service to honor Mr. Taylor will be held Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at 3:00 P.M. at Lawnwood Memorial Park (1111 Access Road, Covington).

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Don Abbot PillivantDon Abbot Pillivant, of Covington, passed peacefully after a long battle with lung cancer. Mr. Pilliv...
11/06/2025

Don Abbot Pillivant

Don Abbot Pillivant, of Covington, passed peacefully after a long battle with lung cancer. Mr. Pillivant was preceded in death by his daughter, Greta Oldham. He is survived by his loving wife, Donna Renea Pillivant; daughters, Heather Oldham (Randy), Brittany Baker, Marcella Morgan (Shane), and Kathy; son, Adam Baker; grandchildren, Magen Gilstrap, Dalton Gilstrap (Paige), Blakely Dowdy (Jayden), Kaiden Webb, Camden Womack, Clayton Womack, Matthew, Brently Stephenson, Mariah Baker, B.J. McCorkle IV, Autumn McCorkle, Robert McCrary, and Nicole McCrary; and...

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Barbara Ann Penn SowellBarbara Ann Penn Sowell of Mansfield passed away peacefully on November 1, 2025. For the past few...
11/05/2025

Barbara Ann Penn Sowell

Barbara Ann Penn Sowell of Mansfield passed away peacefully on November 1, 2025. For the past few years, she resided at Yolanda’s Place where she found comfort in the warmth of home-cooked meals and companionship with fellow residents. She was 89 years of age at the time of her death. Daughter of Carlton Walker Penn and Sara Frances (Edwards) Penn of the Salem Community of Newton County, Barbara was born February 16, 1936 in Porterdale, Georgia. She grew up in...

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Margerite P. HayesMargerite P. ( Dolly ) Hayes, of Covington, passed away Monday, November 3, 2025, at the age of 82. Mr...
11/04/2025

Margerite P. Hayes

Margerite P. ( Dolly ) Hayes, of Covington, passed away Monday, November 3, 2025, at the age of 82. Mrs. Hayes was a loving, spirited woman who filled every room with laughter and warmth. A devoted Christian, she cherished her family - especially her beloved grandbabies above all else. She was known for her love of Elvis, her favorite color purple, and her spotless home, as she proudly kept everything neat and tidy.Dolly had a sweet tooth for Hershey bars,...

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At Caldwell & Cowan, our large chapel is designed to accommodate services of all sizes — whether you're planning an inti...
10/31/2025

At Caldwell & Cowan, our large chapel is designed to accommodate services of all sizes — whether you're planning an intimate gathering or a memorial with over 210 guests. With ample space and thoughtful design, families have the flexibility to create a meaningful tribute that truly reflects their loved one. To learn more about our coordinated services, please call (770) 786-7062.

Caldwell & Cowan was able to pull Spider-Man out of a business meeting to help pass out some candy earlier this morning.
10/31/2025

Caldwell & Cowan was able to pull Spider-Man out of a business meeting to help pass out some candy earlier this morning.

Caldwell & Cowan is participating in Trick or Treat on Legion Field. YMCA is partnering with the Newton County School Sy...
10/31/2025

Caldwell & Cowan is participating in Trick or Treat on Legion Field.

YMCA is partnering with the Newton County School System to host a sensory-friendly event for students in the special education program, today from 10am-12:30pm

YMCA and the City of Covington are partnering to host Trick or Treat on Legion Field today from 4-6 p.m.

Mildred Ruth McCampbellMildred Ruth McCampbell was born on April 9, 1928, and grew up in South Atlanta with her seven br...
10/30/2025

Mildred Ruth McCampbell

Mildred Ruth McCampbell was born on April 9, 1928, and grew up in South Atlanta with her seven brothers and sisters. Her parents were very active in the church, and their family home sat right beside Oakland City Baptist Church. She attended Girls High School in Atlanta and, after graduating, began work at Fairbanks and Morse—where she would eventually meet the love of her life, Lester McCampbell.The Miller household was always full of people from the church. Cooking and caring...

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Diane HowardDiane Howard, of Covington, passed away Monday, October 27, 2025, at the age of 77. Mrs. Howard passed away ...
10/29/2025

Diane Howard

Diane Howard, of Covington, passed away Monday, October 27, 2025, at the age of 77. Mrs. Howard passed away peacefully, surrounded by the love of her family. She was a devoted member of First Baptist Church of Oxford and cherished spending time with her loved ones. Mrs. Howard found joy in the simple pleasures of life — fishing on a quiet day, tending to her garden, and enjoying outings with family and friends. She loved shopping trips, meals at Texas...

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Mary Ellen YoungMary Ellen Young, 44, of Conyers, Georgia, passed away unexpectedly on October 22, 2025. She was born on...
10/28/2025

Mary Ellen Young

Mary Ellen Young, 44, of Conyers, Georgia, passed away unexpectedly on October 22, 2025. She was born on August 26, 1981, in Riverdale, Georgia, to William Bishop Young and Ellen Young. Mary was the youngest of three, growing up alongside her brothers, Larry Lott and John Young.Mary grew up in Conyers, Georgia, and graduated from Salem High School. She went on to earn a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, a Doctorate in Law, and a Master’s degree in Library Science....

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Lenora Moss DarbyAnnie Lenora Darby, of Covington, passed away Monday, October 27, 2025, at the age of 98. Born July 23,...
10/28/2025

Lenora Moss Darby

Annie Lenora Darby, of Covington, passed away Monday, October 27, 2025, at the age of 98. Born July 23, 1927 to Frank and Georgia Callahan Moss. Preceded in death by her husband of 55 years Ernest (Bud) Darby, and brothers, Edwin Moss, Joe Moss, Jim Moss, and George Moss. Survived by her four children, Priscilla (late Gary) Mills, Renita (Jimmy) Little, Ernie (MaryAnn) Darby, Glynn Darby (Cathy), her ten grandchildren, Greg (Tabitha) Mills, Dani (Phillip) McSwain, Susie (Wayne) Chambers, Doug...

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Our Legacy

Our history in the Covington/Newton County area goes back to 1920, when G.W. Caldwell came to Covington to work for R.E. Everett at Everett Funeral Home as an embalmer. After working for Mr. Everett for several years, Mr. Caldwell became quite ill and was unable to continue working. During his extended illness, another embalmer was hired by Mr. Everett, and when Mr. Caldwell recovered, he had no job to return to.

In 1933, G.W. opened his own funeral home in Porterdale, a small mill town adjoining Covington, and in 1939, he and his son, Lewis Caldwell, opened G.W. Caldwell & Son Funeral Home on Floyd Street in Covington.

In 1948, G.W. became ill again, and was forced to retire. At that time, his son-in-law, Sam Cowan, his daughter Ruth's husband, came into the business and partnered with Lewis to create Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home. In 1975, Lewis' son, Judson, purchased his half of the funeral business, and partnered with Sam Cowan until 1991, when Judson purchased Sam's half of the business and became sole owner. Lewis Caldwell died in 1990, and both Sam and Ruth Cowan died in 2009, only a month apart. The wisdom and counsel of all three family members is missed.

There have been Caldwells involved in Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home since its inception in 1933, with current owner, Judson Caldwell, being third generation.