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William M. Tilt
Jul 24, 2021
Martinez, GA- Major (Retired) William M. Tilt, 80, loving husband to Jean Tilt for more than 50 years entered eternal rest July 24, 2021 after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. In addition to his wife, Bill is survived by son Michael, his wife Lisa and their children, Kaitlin and Alexis; son Douglas, his wife Rhonda and their children, Elizabeth...
Bobbie Arthur
Jul 24, 2021
Bobbie Arthur Martinez, GA – Entered into rest on Saturday, July 24, 2021, Mrs. Bobbie Ann Arthur, 86, loving wife of the late Harry Bradley Arthur, Jr. A graveside service will be held Wednesday, July 28, 2021 at 11:00 A.M. in Hillcrest Memorial Park. The family will receive friends Tuesday evening from 6:00 until 8:00 P.M. at Thomas Poteet &...
Pamella Springer
Jul 24, 2021
Pamella Springer, age 63, unexpectedly went to be with her Lord on July 24, 2021. She is survived by her daughter: Sarah (Anthony) Galletta of Aiken, SC: her mother and stepfather: Betty and Dan Ball of Medina, OH: her brother: Rick (Anne-Marie) Springer of Highwood, IL: her sister: Deanna (Larry) Smith of Mentor, OH: She is also survived by her...
Thomas Francis Sessions
Jul 23, 2021
Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Wednesday, July 22, 2021, at his home, Thomas Francis Sessions, 82, husband of 50 years to the late Glenda Sessions who passed in 2004. He is survived by his son: Patrick Sessions residing in Las Vegas. His sisters: Angela Diane Session (Dal Venable), Lillian Collings; Niece: Theresa Hottle; Nephew: Timmy Sessions The funeral...
Abbie Teresa Loeffler
Jul 23, 2021
Abbie Teresa Loeffler Martinez Georgia – Abbie Teresa Loeffler entered into rest July 23, 2021 age 92. A proud Irish Woman, beloved wife of Lawrence Loeffler (deceased). Abbie was born in County Kerry, Ireland. She was known for her speed as a runner and her father named her the "cutter" . Abbie immigrated to New York City in 1953 to...
Wesley Williams
Jul 23, 2021
Appling, GA – Entered into rest on Friday, July 23, 2021, Mr. Wesley “W.D.” David Williams, 71, loving husband of nearly 52 years to Kathy Williams. W.D. was a lifelong resident of the Augusta area and was a member of West Acres Baptist Church. He served in the National Guard and retired from the Columbia County Sheriff’s Office. He had...
Cecil W. Shipp, Jr.
Jul 22, 2021
Cecil W. Shipp, Jr. Augusta, GA – Cecil W. Shipp, Jr., 85, entered into rest on Thursday, July 22, 2021, leaving behind his loving wife of 65 years, Alice P. (Kemp) Shipp. Cecil (“Bucky”) was born in1936 in Norfolk, VA, to the late Cecil W. Shipp, Sr, and Tressa B. (Quinn) Shipp. Cecil served honorably in the U.S. Air Force...
Mr. Jim Banick
Jul 20, 2021
Stokesdale, NC – Mr. James Henley Banick, 59, passed away on July 20, 2021, in Stokesdale, NC after a long illness with cancer. Jim was preceded in death by his loving wife Karen Burnette Banick. Jim was born in Augusta, GA to Nancy Barrett Banick and the late Cyril Joseph Banick. He graduated from the University of Georgia and retired...
Alice Hearne Jones
Jul 20, 2021
Watkinsville, GA - Alice Elizabeth Hearne Jones, 69, died peacefully in her sleep with her family around her at her home in Twelve Oaks of Watkinsville on Tuesday, July 20, 2021. She was born on March 16, 1952 in Augusta and grew up in Macon from 1960 until leaving for college. She was the daughter of John Hearne and Erma...
James "Bert" Stephens Jr.
Jul 19, 2021
North Augusta, SC – Entered into rest on Monday, July 19, 2021, James “Bert” Welbert Stephens, Jr. 63, husband of 38 years to Mrs. Mary Jane Stephens. Bert was a longtime resident of North Augusta, SC. A loving husband, father, brother, and grandfather whose smiling face touched all that knew him. Bert’s love will live in the hearts of his...
Joseph F. Sharp, Sr.
Jul 19, 2021
Entered into rest on Monday, July 19, 2021, Mr. Joseph Frances Sharp, Sr. 87, husband of Mrs. Claudia W. Sharp of 21 years. Joe was born in Philadelphia, PA in 1933 to the late John J. Sharp, Jr. and Catherine Brindle Sharp. He enlisted in the U.S. Army at the age of 17 and was almost immediately sent to fight...
Henry A. Smart Sr.
Jul 15, 2021
Henry A. Smart, Sr. Evans, GA – Entered into rest on Thursday, July 15, 2021, Mr. Henry Amon Smart, Sr., 83, husband of the late Mrs. Patricia Hensley Smart. Henry was born in Augusta and attended Richmond Academy as well as the University of Georgia. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Louisville. His work history was...
Kathryn "Kay" Horney
Jul 14, 2021
Kathryn “Kay” Horney Martinez, GA – United with Christ on Wednesday, July 14, 2021, Mrs. Kathryn “Kay” Sanders Horney, 64. Kay is survived by her loving husband, Lynn; daughters, Kimberlyn Gunn (Greg) and Ashlyn Horney; grandchildren, Callan Gunn and Krislyn Gunn; brother, Cecil A. “Sandy” Sanders, Jr. Kay was preceded in death by her parents, Aiken and Kathryn “Kitty” Sanders...
Irby C. McCollough Jr.
Jul 14, 2021
Grovetown, GA – Entered into rest on Wednesday, July 13, 2021, Irby Clyde McCollough, Jr. 56, husband of 30 years to Rebecka McCollough. Irby, also known as “Todd” to certain family members, was a native of Geneva, Alabama. He enjoyed being surrounded by his family. A devoted and supportive military spouse, Irby was a loving husband, father, grandfather, son, and...
Kaye Ann Brown
Jul 14, 2021
Kaye Ann Brown North Augusta, SC – Entered into rest on Wednesday, July 14, 2021, Mrs. Kaye Ann Brown, 60. Family members include her husband: Carl Brown; daughter: Amanda Patterson; stepdaughter: Lauren Jeffcoat (Robert); brothers: Kris Kennedy (Pamela), Keith Kennedy ( Beth); step-grandchildren: Madison and Audrey Jeffcoat and many other extended family members. A memorial service will be held Saturday,...
Edgar "Buddy" Poston
Jul 13, 2021
Edgar Rudolph Poston Ed “Buddy” Poston passed away July 13, 2021, with his family by his side. He was born May 3, 1936, in Peedee, SC to William Coy and Elizabeth Turner Poston. After graduating from North Charleston High School, he proudly served in the US Air Force from 1956 - 1961. He and his wife of 58 years, Marylin...
Jackie Brown
Jul 11, 2021
Jackie Brown, age 70, passed away peacefully on July 11, 2021, after a fierce and courageous battle with breast cancer. Jackie was born on January 6, 1951, in Augusta, Georgia, to Helen and Joe Crawford. She and her younger sisters and brother grew up on their family’s dairy farm near Appling, Georgia. In 1969, Jackie graduated from Harlem High School...
Mary Markwalter Gambill
Jul 8, 2021
AUGUSTA, Ga. – Mrs. Mary Markwalter Gambill, wife of the late Russell Floyd Gambill, Jr., entered into rest Thursday, July 8, 2021 peacefully at her home surrounded by her loving family. Mary was born on November 9, 1924, the fourth child of Charles Victor and Agnes Sheehan Markwalter at their home on the 1300 block of Broad Street in Augusta,...
Michael E. Lester
Jul 8, 2021
Michael E. Lester Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Thursday, July 8, 2021, Michael “Mike” E. Lester, 69, loving husband of Karen Lester for over 48 years. Mike enjoyed singing and was a member of the church choir. He began his career as a respiratory therapist also serving as a director of cardio-pulmonary services at St. Joseph’s Hospital. His...
Michael Gunter
Jul 3, 2021
Michael Alexander Gunter Evans, GA – Entered into rest on Saturday, July 3, 2021, Michael Alexander Gunter, 17, loving son of George and Carol (Maddox) Gunter. Michael was born in Augusta and was a student at Greenbrier High School. Standing at 6’4” he was known as a kind and respectful person. Michael enjoyed video games and was fascinated with building...
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