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Brenleigh Karson Kitchens
Apr 29, 2021
Hephzibah, GA – Brenleigh Kitchens, 20, entered into rest on Thursday, April 29, 2021. Brenleigh was raised in Martinez, GA and was a proud 2019 graduate of Lakeside High School where she participated in cheerleading, basketball, track, tennis, soccer, 4-H, and softball. She stayed active out of school as well playing basketball for Georgia Sting and soccer for Augusta Arsenal....
Hugh Kenneth Pratt
Apr 28, 2021
Hugh Kenneth Pratt, 95, entered into rest Wednesday, April 28, 2021. Mr. Pratt’s life was characterized by his generosity of spirit, service to his country and community, and devotion to his family and faith. He was born and raised in Covington, GA. He attended Georgia Tech prior to enlisting in the Army Air Corps in 1943, where he served as...
Edward Scarborough
Apr 27, 2021
Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Tuesday, April 27, 2021, Edward Scarborough, 50. Family members include his mother: Vicki Scarborough; brother: Tripp Scarborough; Grandmother: Jackie Troupe; uncle: Mike Troupe; Aunt: Cindy Troupe and many other loving family members. He was preceded in death by his father: Ed Scarborough. The funeral service will be held Friday, April 30, 2021 at...
Dennis Cain
Apr 25, 2021
Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Sunday, April 25, 2021, Dennis Gerald Cain, 73. Dennis was a member of Westside Baptist Church. He was a loving and devoted father, grandfather, and great grandfather. He enjoyed coaching softball, watching Nascar and was a big LSU fan. Family members include his daughter: Kim Cain; grandchildren: William Cain (Allison), Thomas Cain, Catherine...
Bill Ryals
Apr 25, 2021
Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Sunday, April 25, 2021, Mr. Bill Otto Ryals, 80, loving husband of Janice Ryals. Bill was a veteran of the United States Army for 20 years retiring as a 1st Sergeant. He also served 20 years in civil service. He attended Pine View Baptist Church and enjoyed gardening, fishing, helping others, and could...
Kevin Belcher
Apr 22, 2021
Kevin Belcher Martinez, GA – Entered into rest on Thursday, April 22, 2021, Kevin James Belcher, 62. Kevin was a native of Augusta, a 1976 graduate of Butler High School. He then attended Augusta College where he played baseball. Kevin was an avid sports fan and enjoyed volunteering the past 27 years at the Augusta National. Retiring recently from UPS...
Ruby Eugenia Prescott Morris
Apr 22, 2021
Augusta, GA – Beloved Mother and Nanny entered into rest on Thursday, April 22, 2021, Mrs. Ruby Prescott Morris, 82, wife of the late Mr. James William “Bill” Morris. Family members include her children: Deborah Cox, Daryl Morris, and Sheri Jasmin (Jason); numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents: Robert and Mary Prescott;...
Stan Warren
Apr 21, 2021
Stan Warren Grovetown, GA – Entered into rest on Wednesday, April 21, 2021, Mr. Stanley Gordon Warren, 87, husband of the late Loretta Zook Warren. Stan was born in Tampa, FL, his military career brought him to Augusta, GA. He met Loretta Zook and had their first date at Lake Olmstead in Augusta, GA and were married in 1953. Stan’s...
Ray Mischel
Apr 20, 2021
Ray Mischel Martinez, GA – Entered into rest on Tuesday, April 20, 2021, Mr. Ray Mischel, 87, husband of 60 years to Mrs. Helen Mischel. Raymond was born in Bismarck, ND. He enlisted in the US Army and retired as a Master Sargent after 24 years. Throughout his career, Ray and Helen lived in many places but made Martinez his...
Raymond G. Dunham
Apr 19, 2021
Raymond Gavin Dunham (July 26, 1931 - April 19, 2021) Born in Lucedale Mississippi to Richard J. Dunham and Lela Havard Dunham, the youngest of seven siblings, all of whom have preceded him in passing. He was very much loved by his siblings and their families as a very caring and giving "Uncle Ray". He was born and raised on...
Mary Jane Breckenridge
Apr 18, 2021
Mrs. Mary Jane Breckenridge, 94, entered into rest April 18, 2021. Mary Jane was born August 28, 1926 to the late William Edward Aitken and Helen Margaret McClenaghan Aitken of Harrisburg, PA. She was preceded in death by her husband of 40 years, Jack Clark Breckenridge, whom she married on June 28, 1945. Survivors include daughters Susan B. Alexanderson (Walter)...
Charles E. Standard Jr.
Apr 18, 2021
Charles E. Standard, Jr. Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Sunday, April 18, 2021, Charles Eugene “Gene” Standard, Jr., 89, husband of 59 years to the late C. Eloise “Ella” Standard. Gene was one of the founding charter members of Lumpkin Road Baptist Church, with services being held in his home until the groundbreaking and construction of the original...
Robert "Bob" H. Hill, Jr.
Apr 17, 2021
Robert “Bob” H. Hill, Jr. Martinez, GA - Robert “Bob” H. Hill, Jr. died peacefully at his home surrounded by his family on Saturday, April 17, 2021 at the age of 70. Bob spent much of his life in Michigan and was born and raised in Saginaw. He and his family moved to Augusta in 1999. He enjoyed his work...
Joyce C. Shields
Apr 17, 2021
Joyce C. Shields Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Saturday, April 17, 2021, Mrs. Joyce Clayton Shields, 87, loving wife of 64 years to the late Bill H. Shields. Joyce was a native and lifelong resident of Augusta. She was a member of the Orchid Society of Aiken and Augusta. She was an avid gardener and will be missed...
Lawson Templeton
Apr 17, 2021
Lawson Templeton Augusta, GA-Entered into rest Saturday, April 17, 2021, Lawson E. Templeton, Jr. Lawson was born and raised in Augusta, GA. He attended Richmond Academy, lettering in football and basketball. He further went on to join The Augusta Eagles semi-pro football team. Lawson proudly served in the GA Army Reserves, earning the title of Expert Marksman. He worked for...
Irwin "Ray" Collier
Apr 16, 2021
Irwin “Ray” Collier Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Friday, April 16, 2021, Mr. Irwin “Ray” Collier, 90, loving husband of the late Grace S. Collier. Ray was born in Itawamba County, Mississippi but grew up in Augusta. In 1952, he began his career as a District Manager for the circulation department of the Augusta Chronicle, he was promoted...
Carl Clinton Sweat Jr.
Apr 15, 2021
entered into rest Wednesday night, April 14th with his family holding his hand at the home of his son in Sandy Springs, Georgia at the age of only 90 years young. He was a lifelong resident of Augusta, Georgia and most recently enjoyed living with his friends at St. John Towers. Mr. Sweat was always known to wear a smile...
Graham C. Held
Apr 14, 2021
Graham Christian Held Martinez, GA – Entered into rest on Wednesday, April 14, 2021, Graham Christian Held, 61, beloved son of Robert “Bob” and Margaret “Peggy” Held and brother of Deborah Ann Held. Graham was born in Hawkinsville, Ga and spent many years in Lincolnton, GA before moving to Martinez, GA. He was a landscaper. A graveside service will be...
William F. Sims Jr.
Apr 10, 2021
William F. Sims, Jr. Gracewood, GA – Entered into rest on Saturday, April 10, 2021, Mr. William F. Sims, Jr., 64. beloved son of the late William and Dorothy Sims and is survived by his sister: Deborah Gerwe and his nephews: Joshua and Stephen Gerwe William was born in Savannah, GA and moved to Gracewood, GA in 1963 at the...
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