Obituaries

Feb 18, 2025

Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on February 18, 2025, Mr. Freddie B Richardson, loving husband of Marilyn Bell Richardson. Other family members include a daughter: Sylvia Richardson; son: Roderick Richardson; stepdaughter: Carla Walker; grandchildren: Janayia, Richardson, Olivia Jefferies, Tyler Jefferies; siblings: Shirley Cruise, Wilma Clifton Young (Johnnie), Joyce Gambrel, Barbara Jones, Brigette Jones, Rickey Jones, Brenton Copeland and Teresa...

Feb 16, 2025

Deborah Chavel Stewart, 71, a cherished wife, mother and grandmother, peacefully entered into rest on Sunday, February 16, 2025. Born on August 23, 1953, to Mary Chavel, Deborah’s life was one of profound love, service, and selflessness.

Deborah was a lifelong resident of Augusta. After graduating from Richmond Academy, she went on to pursue her passion for caring for others, earning...

Feb 16, 2025

Robert Allen “Bobby” Prescott, Jr. beloved husband of 36 years to the love of his life, Patricia Ann “Patti” Prescott entered heavenly eternal rest on February 16, 2025. In his last days he was surrounded by his loving family. Bobby was born on November 8, 1942, in Savannah, GA to Robert Allen and Margaret Lucille Prescott. He was blessed to...

Feb 15, 2025

Martinez, GA – Entered into rest on Saturday, February 15, 2025, Kevin Michael Leverett, 55.

Kevin was a native of Augusta, Georgia. He served as a Staff Sergeant in the U.S. Army and retired after 25 years of serving his country; including stints in Afghanistan and Bosnia. Kevin also worked for U.S. Customs and The Department of Homeland Security at Atlanta’s...

Feb 15, 2025

Feb 15, 2025

 Our beloved Martha LouEllen Harrell went home to be with the Lord early morning on February 15, 2025. Affectionately known as “Big Mama” (even though she was only 4’11”)...this wonderful matriarch of the Harrell family touched so many lives during her 95 years. Born July 8, 1929 in Aiken, SC, she moved many times within the states of South Carolina...

Feb 14, 2025

Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Friday, February 14, 2025, Mr. Artie R. Smith, 70, loving husband of 51 years to Janice Smith. 

Artie retired from the Augusta-Richmond County Fire Department after 18 years then was a truck driver for over 25 years. He was a fan of the University of Georgia Bulldogs, Atlanta Braves, and enjoyed fishing. He loved...

Feb 14, 2025

Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Friday, February 14, 2025, Mr. Ernest Odom, 84, loving husband of 59 years to the late Martha H. Odom. 

Family members include his daughter, Angela Welch (Earl); son, Ashley Odom (Shawn); granddaughters: Lauren Welch Birch (Andrew), Hannah Welch, Ashton Drake (John), Andersen Odom and Addisen Odom; and by his loving Boston Terrier, Windy, who...

Feb 12, 2025

Elaine Tidwell Whatley passed away peacefully at home on February 12, 2025. She was born on November 22, 1939 to Charles and Corinne Tidwell in Greenville, South Carolina. After graduating from Parker High School, she went on to earn a Bachelor of Science in Nursing at the Medical College of Georgia. She married her beloved Pete in 1961 going on...

Feb 11, 2025

Augusta, GA – Dr. Donald Dunagan entered into rest February 11, 2025, at his home surrounded by his loving wife and family. 

Don is the son of Paul and Lona Dunagan of Clermont, Georgia. He grew up on the family farm with his five siblings. He contracted polio as a child and spent some of his early years receiving care at...

Feb 11, 2025

Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on February 11, 2025, LTC Eugene T. Fealko, US Army (retired).

He is survived by his wife of 65 years: Rose Marie Fealko; sons: Brian Fealko (Melanie), the late Gary Fealko. Grandsons: Robert Fealko (Caty), Steven Fealko (Whitney), great grandchildren: Bert, Evelyn and Millie; niece: Sandi Cauffield of Florida; nephew: Dennis Easterday (Kathryn) of Ohio.

Gene...

Feb 10, 2025

Blythe, GA – Mr. Arvil Ewell Holt, 92, beloved husband of 71 years to Geraldine Holt entered into rest on Monday, February 10, 2025 while surrounded by his loving family.

Arvil was born on August 6, 1932, in Lee County, Texas (Knobs Springs - at home to his loving parents Rev. Thomas Ewell Holt and Winnie Owena Burks). His father was...

Feb 10, 2025

MARTINEZ, GA – Mrs. Elle Houck Giles, 77, entered into rest on Monday, February 10, 2025 at Piedmont Hospital of Augusta surrounded by family. 

A graveside service will be held on Friday, February 14, 2025 at Westover Memorial Park at 11:00 a.m. 

Born in Augusta, Elle was a member of First Baptist Church of Augusta and was Graduate of Richmond Academy. She...

Feb 9, 2025

Feb 9, 2025

In Loving Memory of Louise Rhodes Pettigrew

A Life of Love, Dedication, and Grace

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Louise Rhodes Pettigrew, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. She departed this world peacefully, with her son, Richard and daughter, Dana by her side, on February 9, 2025, at Jenkins County Medical Center at the age of 86...

Feb 9, 2025

Fleur Lynn Readdy, 83, entered into rest Sunday, February 9, 2025. 

A memorial service will be held Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at 2:00 P.M. at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church with Pastor Roger A. Schwartz officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service, beginning at 1:00 P.M., at the church. Inurnment will follow the service at Westover Memorial...

Feb 8, 2025

Augusta, GA - On February 8, 2025, after a courageous two-year battle with leukemia, Edgar Rooks went home to be with his Heavenly Father and Jesus, his Savior. He passed peacefully in the comfort of his home, surrounded by his loving wife and children.

Edgar was born on June 10, 1935, in Augusta, GA, to James D. Rooks and Lillian Harrison...

Feb 8, 2025

Martinez, GA - Markus Bacha, 43, entered into rest Saturday, February 8, 2025 at his home, with his loving parents at his side. Markus was a shining light in the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing him. His passing has left a void in the hearts of his family and many more whose lives were touched by...

Feb 7, 2025

Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Friday, February 7, 2025, Mrs. Catherine Bruno Patterson, 77, loving wife of the late Paul A. Patterson. 

Family members include her son: Ryan Patterson (Angie); daughter: Johanna Hendren; and grandchildren: Ava Hendren, Elyse Hendren, Alexis Patterson, and Jesse Patterson. In addition to her husband, she is preceded in death by her parents, Thomas and...

Feb 6, 2025

George Lewis Heath was born on April 2, 1933, in Aiken, South Carolina, and passed away at his beloved home in Augusta, Georgia on February 6, 2025. Throughout his life, George, who also was known as Lewis, displayed a strong work ethic, dedication to doing his best in all endeavors, a deep faith, and love of his family. 

In his early...