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Thomas M. Blanchard, Jr.

Thomas M. Blanchard, Jr.

Apr 22, 2023

Mr. Thomas Maxwell Blanchard, Jr., 75, passed away peacefully while surrounded by his family on April 22, 2023. Services will be held at The Church of the Good Shepherd, 2230 Walton Way on Wednesday, April 26, 2023 at 10:30 AM. The Reverend Doctor Bunny Simon Williams, the Reverend Doctor Talmadge Arton Bowden, Jr., and the Reverends Ted Clarkson and Lynn...

David Lindroth

David Lindroth

Apr 22, 2023

Augusta, GA - Robert “David” Lindroth (78) died 22 April, 2023 at his home in Augusta, GA, after a short illness. Born in Shawano, WI, he was the son of Robert William Lindroth of Shawano WI and Dorais M. Langill of Elm Grove, WI. While living with his maternal grandparents, he attended catholic elementary school in Elm Grove, WI and...

Dolly Wheelan

Dolly Wheelan

Apr 22, 2023

Dolly Wheelan, age 65 of Dover, TN passed away Saturday, April 22, 2023, at her residence. She was born in Jacksonville, Fl August 9, 1957, the beloved daughter of the late Shirley Thomas and Josephine Stephenson. Dolly was of the Baptist faith. She was a member of the Iron Workers Local 387 as a certified welder in Atlanta, GA. Dolly...

Anita Bronold

Anita Bronold

Apr 22, 2023

Jackson, SC – Anita Bernadette Bronold, 91, entered into rest Saturday, April 22, 2023. Anita, known as “Bernie” to her family and close friends, attended Mt. St. Agnes College, spent several years as a Catholic nun, devoted her life to the education of children and the rescue of abandoned animals of all types. After retiring from the Richmond County Board...

David D. Goolsby

David D. Goolsby

Apr 22, 2023

David D. Goolsby Augusta, GA – Mr. David Daniel Goolsby, 50, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Saturday, April 22, 2023. David was the loving husband of Ann “Beth” McGowan Goolsby. David, a native of Atlanta, GA, had lived in the Augusta area intermittently since his teens. He was a faithful member of the Church of the Holy Comforter....

Harvey Jackson

Harvey Jackson

Apr 21, 2023

Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Friday, April 21, 2023, Mr. Harvey Hartmut Jackson, son of Mrs. Almut Jackson and father of Mr. Peter Jackson. Harvey's siblings include sisters: Viktoria and Andrea, and brothers: Gunther and Adrian. Another sibling, his sister Ramona preceded Harvey in death. A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, May 10, 2023, at 11:00AM...

Rev. James D. Hyder, Sr.

Rev. James D. Hyder, Sr.

Apr 20, 2023

The Rev. James D. Hyder, Sr. died in his sleep in the early morning hours of April 20, 2023. He was born in Chester, S.C. on Sept. 8, 1929, and moved with his family to Anderson, S.C. in 1940 where he later graduated from Boys High School in 1946. He played football at Clemson under coach Frank Howard for a...

Barbara H. Kowalski

Barbara H. Kowalski

Apr 20, 2023

Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Thursday, April 20, 2023, Mrs. Barbara Harrell Kowalski, 89, loving wife of 33 years to Mr. Alexander “Al” Kowalski. Barbara was born in Macon, Georgia to Robert and Marion Harrell. She moved to Augusta and retired from Fort Gordon as a Civil Service Clerk. Barbara was a faithful member of St. Mary on...

Mrs. Patricia Duffie Rickerson

Mrs. Patricia Duffie Rickerson

Apr 20, 2023

Grovetown, GA – Mrs. Rickerson entered into rest on Thursday, April 20,2023 at Doctor’s Hospital. Mrs. Patricia Rickerson, 86, was a life-long resident of the Augusta area. She was employed at the Medical College of Georgia for 15 years and retired in 1998. Pat always enjoyed working puzzles, reading a good mystery book, or spending time with her children, grandchildren...

Lois Allen

Lois Allen

Apr 20, 2023

Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Thursday, April 20, 2023, Lois Ruth Allen, 87, loving wife of Charles “Chuck” K. Allen. Lois was born in Oak Park, IL. She reared three sons, served as a Cub Scout Den Mother, was active each political election as a poling judge and cared for the elderly as a Certified Nursing Assistant, both...

Mrs. Beverly M. Howard

Mrs. Beverly M. Howard

Apr 19, 2023

Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Wednesday, April 19, 2023. Mrs. Beverly Myers Howard, 79, was a loving wife of 36 years to the late Dr. Matthew T. Howard and a devoted mother to her children Corday and Kevin. Beverly was the first baby born in Albany, GA on January 3, 1944. Later she moved to Atlanta, GA where...

Joddie L. Kenny

Joddie L. Kenny

Apr 19, 2023

Augusta, GA – Joddie (Joe) L. Kenny, age 96, entered into his eternal rest at his home on Wednesday, April 19, 2023. Joe was born on April 12, 1927 in Greensboro, Georgia to the late George Dewey Kenny and Thelmas Aycock Kenny. He graduated from Greensboro High School at the age of 17 and enlisted in the Navy serving two...

Felix A. Patrick III

Felix A. Patrick III

Apr 19, 2023

Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Wednesday, April 19, 2023, Mr. Felix Albert Patrick III, 90, loving husband of 67 years to Mrs. Eleanor Weekley Patrick. Felix was born in Columbus, Georgia and had lived in Augusta for 56 years. He was a graduate of the University of Alabama. Felix served in the United States Airforce, prior to working...

Lynda Suarez Barrs

Lynda Suarez Barrs

Apr 18, 2023

Please join us in honoring and celebrating the life of Lynda Suárez Barrs at Warren Baptist on May 13th at 11am. Lynda would tell you that she lived her 74 years to the fullest – fullest with love, laughter, joy, and determination to care for others. Lynda loved a quote by Henry Van Dyke: “I shall grow old, but never...

James David Mitchell, II

James David Mitchell, II

Apr 15, 2023

James David Mitchell, II Martinez, GA – Entered into rest on Saturday, April 15, 2023, James David Mitchell, II, age 43. James was born in Englewood, Colorado but lived in the Augusta area for most of his life. He worked as a barber at the Cumming Barber Shop in Cumming, GA. He also worked at Sig Cox Heating and Air....

Ann Lide Pelt

Ann Lide Pelt

Apr 13, 2023

Ann Lide Pelt Ann Lide Pelt, 73, of Augusta passed away at home on Thursday, April 13, 2023. She was the daughter of the late Francis (Fran) Marion Lide and Josephine (Jo) Harris Lide and the sister of Robert (Bob) Erwin Lide. Ann attended the Academy of Richmond County and Augusta College. She was a Richmond County educator for 31...

Lucy N. Marion

Lucy N. Marion

Apr 13, 2023

Lucy N. Marion, PhD, RN, FAAN, FAANP, passed away on April 13 at the age of 76. With over 50 years of experience in nursing, Lucy was a pioneer in nursing, as well as a dedicated educator, researcher, and advocate who touched the lives of countless people throughout her career. Lucy received her B.S.N. and M.N. from the University of...

Nell H. Tyson

Nell H. Tyson

Apr 12, 2023

Nell H. Tyson Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Wednesday, April 12, 2023, Mrs. Nell H. Tyson, age 93. Nell was a native and lifelong resident of Augusta. She attended Tubman High School but secretly eloped at age 15 and married her lifelong sweetheart of 45 years, the late James William Tyson. She and Bill were very active with...

Dolores R. "Dee" Centers

Dolores R. "Dee" Centers

Apr 11, 2023

On April 11, 2023, Dolores R. “Dee” Centers, much beloved wife of the late Ray E. Centers, went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, surrounded by a loving family. A Graveside Service will be held on Saturday, April 15, 2023, at 11:00am at Bellevue Memorial Gardens. Born January 31, 1930, in her beloved hills of East...

Nancy Thompson

Nancy Thompson

Apr 10, 2023

Nancy Carol Thompson Evans, GA - Nancy Carol Thompson, age 77, passed away peacefully on April 10, 2023, surrounded by her loving family at her home in Evans, GA. Born on March 14, 1946, in Folkston, Georgia. Nancy was once the saleswoman of the year due to her ability to listen and give extraordinary customer service, some might say she...

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