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Joy Hendrix
Sep 3, 2023
Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Sunday, September 3, 2023, Mrs. Joy Ann Hendrix, 80, loving wife of 54 years to the late William L. “Bill” Hendrix. Joy was a native of Geneva, AL but has spent most of her life in Augusta. She was a member of Riverview Church. She was an excellent cook, had a green thumb...
Richard Fishel
Sep 3, 2023
Hephzibah, GA – Mr. Richard Fishel, 74, loving husband of 50 years to Barbara Fishel was welcomed home by his personal Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Sunday, September 3, 2023, after a courageous battle with cancer. He is preceded in death by his beloved grandchild, Stephen Michael Fishel, who he is now reunited with and rejoicing in heaven with...
Shelia Rae Baker
Sep 3, 2023
Shelia Rae Baker, a devoted Christian and beloved mother, passed away on Sunday, September 3, 2023, leaving behind a legacy of faith, love, and service. Her life was a testament to the power of faith, evident in her unwavering trust in God through every circumstance. Ms. Baker, a resident of North Augusta, SC, was born in Baltimore, MD on March...
Jewel G. Whitten
Sep 3, 2023
Augusta, GA – Jewell G. Whitten, wife of the late Retired Major Carson D. Whitten, Jr., passed away peacefully Sunday, September 3, 2023. She was 98 years old. Jewel was born July 9, 1925, in Birmingham, Alabama and was the daughter of Charles F. Glazner, Sr. and Estelle Mae Glazner. She met her husband on a blind date, and they...
Stephen H. Crane
Sep 3, 2023
Evans, GA – Entered into rest on Sunday, September 3, 2023, Mr. Stephen Hancock Crane, 78, loving husband of 27 years to Mrs. Maria Ledford Crane. Stephen was born and raised in Washington, DC until he joined the Marine Corps. As an officer, he served two tours of duty in Vietnam. He had several different jobs before he got a...
Tonney Lee Young
Sep 2, 2023
Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Saturday, September 2, 2023, Mr. Tonney Lee Young, 75, loving husband of 45 years to Michel Young. Tonney was born and raised in Fulton, MS. He graduated and was a loyal fan of the Mississippi State University Bulldogs. He enjoyed fishing and classic cars. He was very passionate and was committed to whatever...
Shannon Fritsche
Sep 1, 2023
Following a valiant 6-year battle with colon cancer, Shannon Snowdy Fritsche entered eternal rest on Friday, September 1, 2023. She is survived by her husband and soul mate, Adam R. Fritsche, parents, Pamela and Harry Snowdy, in-laws, Joan and Lowell Fritsche and sister-in-law Melissa Fritsche.
Upon graduation from Lakeside High School, Shannon continued her education and received...
Bobbie Olivero
Sep 1, 2023
Augusta, GA – Bobbie Hasty Olivero, 89, entered into rest Friday, September 1, 2023. She was born to the late Wesley W. and Bertha S. Hasty in Augusta, Georgia. Bobbie graduated from the Academy of Richmond County in 1952. She married the late Joseph J. Olivero in 1959. She lived in Brooklyn, New York until she returned to Augusta in...
Wanda Jane Ikerd
Sep 1, 2023
Martinez, GA. - Entered into rest on Friday, September 1, 2023. Wanda Jane Ikerd Wanda Jane Ikerd lived her life for God, family, and friends. Her faith now traded for sight; she is now with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Wanda was a woman of many talents. She loved being a beautician for many years and also enjoyed doing...
Lee Motlow
Aug 30, 2023
Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Wednesday, August 30, 2023. Mr. Lee Williamson Motlow, 63, loving husband of Beverly J. Motlow. Preceded in death by his father, Roy Motlow; mother, Margaret Sumerau Motlow, and uncle, Bob Sumerau. Other family members include his brother: Parks Motlow (Jan); nieces: Merry Glenne Piccolino, Eve Mooney (Bill), Kristen Welch (Tony); sisters-in law: Nikki...
Ajay Singh
Aug 29, 2023
Ajay Singh Martinez, GA – Entered into rest on Tuesday, August 29, 2023, Ajay Kumar Singh, 49. Ajay was born in Ranchi, Bihar, India until he moved to his present home in Augusta, GA at the age of 11 years old. He excelled at Davidson Fine Arts School and continued his education with a bachelor’s in psychology from Augusta State...
James Allen Glover, Jr.
Aug 28, 2023
Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Monday, August 28, 2023, James Allen Glover, Jr., 78, husband of Jacquelyn Echols Glover. Allen was a United States Airforce Veteran, serving from 1963 until 1967. He worked as a Conductor for CSX Railroad and predecessor companies from 1967 until 1996. In 2005, he retired from United Transportation Union GO-851 as Vice General...
Nicholas Hagood
Aug 27, 2023
Martinez, GA - Nicholas Allen Hagood, 42, entered into rest Sunday, August 27, 2023. Family members include his mother: Deborah “Debbie” Hagood; sister: Brandi Gruber (Robert); nephew: Scott Halliday; and nieces: Abbie Halliday and Aubrey Gruber. He is preceded in death by his father, Allen D. Hagood. A private service will be held by his family at a later date....
Michael Gorman
Aug 26, 2023
Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Saturday, August 26, 2023, Mr. Michael Henry Gorman, 69, loving husband of the late Beth Gorman. Michael was a 1972 graduate of Butler High School. He travelled all over the country as a truck driver. He loved all things Disney and especially enjoyed visiting Disney World. Michael was an avid lover of golf,...
Barbara Jean Petty
Aug 25, 2023
In Loving Memory of Barbara Jean Petty With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Barbara Petty, a remarkable soul who touched countless lives with her boundless love, unwavering kindness, and infectious laughter. Born on April 28, 1962, she embraced life with a passion that inspired each and everyone she encountered. Her pursuit of knowledge was ceaseless, and she excelled...
Danny H. Stone
Aug 24, 2023
Martinez, GA – Entered into rest on Thursday, August 24, 2023, Mr. Danny Hugh Stone, 77. Danny was a native and longtime resident of Augusta, Georgia. He spent the last half of his life as a resident of Columbia County. He graduated from Richmond Academy and subsequently Augusta College. He then began a thirty year career in sales throughout the...
Ann G. Williams
Aug 24, 2023
Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Thursday, August 24, 2023, Ann Gunter Williams, 89. Family members include her daughter: Gail Williams (Tim Johns) of Phoenix, Arizona; sons: Wayne L. Williams and Glenn E. Williams of Augusta, Georgia; first cousin and best friend: Frances Davis Jolly and husband Lew Jolly. Born as Doris Ann Gunter, she is predeceased by her...
Joyce F. Williams
Aug 24, 2023
Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Thursday, August 24, 2023, Mrs. Joyce F. Williams, 88. Wife of the late Joseph R. Williams, Jr. A graveside service will be held Saturday, September 2, 2023 at 10:30 A.M. with Rev. Bryan Cockrell officiating. The family will receive friends following the service. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to...
John Samuel Bailey III
Aug 23, 2023
John Samuel Bailey III Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Wednesday, August 23, 2023, Mr. John Samuel Bailey III, 88, husband of the late Mrs. Mary Alice Dunn Bailey. Family members include his sons: Wayne Samuel Bailey and wife Stephanie and Steven Lee Bailey and wife Melissa; grandchildren: MeiLynn Bailey, Elijah, Everett, Owen and Linnea Vinke. A private graveside...
Maxine Daniell Ward
Aug 22, 2023
Evans, GA – Entered into rest on Tuesday, August 22, 2023, Mrs. Maxine Daniell Ward, 89, wife of 72 years to Mr. Pard R. Ward. Maxine was born in Dublin, Georgia. She worked as the bookstore manager for the University of Georgia, the Birmingham School System and General Dynamics in Fort Worth, TX. She was a devoted wife and friend...
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