Obituaries

Dec 17, 2023

Entered into rest on Sunday, December 17, 2023, Mr. William Benjamin “Ben” Belding, 61, loving husband of Jenny Belding.

Ben was a native of Augusta. He graduated from Westside High School and attended Augusta Technical College. He was a former member of Lakemont Presbyterian Church where he founded the “Foul Shot” ministry. He was a faithful member of The Sanctuary...

Dec 15, 2023

Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Friday, December 15, 2023, Mrs. Patricia

“Tricia” Ann White, 77, loving wife of Eddie White.

 

Tricia was born in Valdosta, GA and lived most of her life in Augusta, GA and Port Orange, FL. Her love for the Lord was shown in her servant heart and kindness to others. If you had...

Dec 14, 2023

 

Dr. Wayne Douglas Beveridge (78), of Augusta, Georgia, passed away on December 14th, 2023, at home surrounded by his family and loved ones.

 

He was born on May 2nd, 1945 in Cleveland, Ohio. A proud son to a Scottish immigrant, he was very early recognized for his scholastic abilities and earned a scholarship to the University School in...

Dec 12, 2023

AUGUSTA, GA. – Diane Amacker Cone, 79, beautiful wife of the late Kenneth Andrew Cone, Sr., entered peacefully into rest Tuesday, December 12th, 2023. Diane was born in Boston, Massachusetts on January 1st, 1944, to the late George and Blanche Amacker.  Diane had a fulfilling and worthwhile life, engaging with those closest to her and with her community.  She wanted...

Dec 12, 2023

Entered into rest on Wednesday, December 13, 2023, Joseph Henry McKeown, age 73.

Joe was a native of Augusta, Georgia. He graduated from Augusta College with a BA degree in history and political science. Joe was an avid bowler, an active church member at St. Andrew Presbyterian, and a past member of the Augusta Coral Society. After twenty years Joe...

Dec 12, 2023

Entered into rest on Tuesday, December 12, 2023, Mrs. Mary Sewell Dukes, 86, loving wife of 36 years to the late Mr. M. Hugo Dukes

Mary was born in Gainesville, Georgia and was a longtime resident of the Augusta area. She graduated from LaGrange College with a bachelor’s degree in education and was a member of Alpha Delta Kappa. Mary...

Dec 10, 2023

DeAun “René”  Gilreath (Sheppard), 54, entered eternal rest on Sunday, December 10, 2023.

René was a wonderful mother, wife, sister, daughter, cousin, friend, and nurse. She obtained her master’s degree and worked as a Registered Nurse for over 20 years. An avid animal lover, she would take in every stray she found. René was a fierce protector and blessing to...

Dec 9, 2023

Evans, GA  – Colton Adam Black, 24, entered into rest on Saturday December 9, 2023.

 

Colton attended Lakeside High School and worked at AB Beverage. His passion was photography and videography. He loved basketball, was a Dwayne Wade fan, and enjoyed gaming. He loved his family dearly and will be missed by many. Colton fought hard and never...

Dec 9, 2023

Evans, GA – Entered into rest on Saturday, December 9, 2023, Susan Brewer-Satterfield, 67, loving wife of Mike Satterfield.

 

Susan retired from civil service after 35 years. She enjoyed photography and loved her family dearly.

 

Family members, in addition to her husband, include her stepson: Brian Satterfield; brothers: Marshall Brewer (Rachel), John Brewer, Angela Ashe (Charles), and...

Dec 9, 2023

Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Saturday, December 9, 2023, Gary Wayne Carr, 63, loving husband to Brenda Carr and devoted father and grandfather.

 

Gary was a native of Arlington, VA but spent most of his life in Augusta.

 

Family members, in addition to his wife, include his children: Christina Cantwell (Brian), Tim Carr (Georgetta),...

Dec 9, 2023

Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Saturday, December 9, 2023, Mrs. Annette Fox Tompkins, loving and devoted wife of John McDonald Tompkins.

 

Annette worked at CNS Bank for 5 years and at the Medical College of Georgia for 15 years. She was a very supportive wife to her husband, John, and they were like peas and carrots....

Dec 7, 2023

Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Thursday, December 7, 2023, Betty Jean Patrick, 90, loving wife of 67 years to the late James E. “Zack” Patrick.

Betty was a native and lifelong resident of Augusta. She attended Tubman School but graduated from the Academy of Richmond County the first coed class.  Betty attended Xray Technician school. In her later...

Dec 6, 2023

Entered into rest on Wednesday, December 6, 2023, Mrs. Josette Morris-Smith, 54.

 

Mrs. Smith was born on October 1, 1969, in St. Thomas, USVI to June lantha Cline Roberts & Redmond Roberts (both whom she is preceded in death). At the early age of five, she lost her sight due to the German measles and High Fever. She grew...

Dec 6, 2023

Dec 4, 2023

Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Monday, December 4, 2023, Mrs. Gail Theresa Abernathy, 72, loving wife of the late James “Buddy” Abernathy.

 

Gail was a lifelong resident of Augusta, GA. She loved animals and enjoyed cooking and hosting her family. She was known affectionately as “Nana” by her grandchildren. Gail was a loving and devoted mother,...

Dec 3, 2023

Augusta, GA - On December 3, 2023, Carolyn Anne Underwood Johnson, age 86, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her family.

 

Anne was born May 20, 1937, in Greenwood, Mississippi to Carrie Wolfe Underwood and Gentry Underwood.  The family eventually moved to Oak Ridge, TN, where they were founding members of the city, where her father worked...

Dec 2, 2023

Roy Strickland entered the glorious presence of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on December 2, 2023. Mr. Clarence Roy Strickland, 76, was a devoted husband for 57 years to Joyce Strickland, the love of his life.

 

Roy proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War, where he was awarded the Bronze Medal for his...

Dec 1, 2023

Rosemarie Templier, a radiant soul, was born on February 2, 1929, in the city of Port-au-Prince, Haiti. Her warm and vibrant personality left an indelible mark on the hearts of all who were privileged to know her. Throughout her life, she consistently exuded a warmth that made her presence truly unforgettable and the significant impact she had on those around...

Nov 30, 2023

Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Thursday, November 30, 2023, Mr. Joseph J. O’Connell Jr., son of the late Joseph J. and Kate Bell O’Connell. 

 

A native and lifelong resident of Augusta, Jody was a 1961 graduate of Aquinas High School, attended Holy Cross College, Augusta College and the University of Georgia School of Law, where he was President...

Nov 30, 2023

Hephzibah, GA – Entered into rest on Thursday, November 30, 2023 at the age of 82.

 

Richard was born in Deep Valley, Pennsylvania, but spent much of his life in Lake Milton, Ohio and Hephzibah, Georgia. He worked in the steel mills then attended Youngstown State University where he acquired a degree in nursing. He worked as a registered...