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Local Obituaries for Augusta, GA, Richmond County & Surrounding Areas
Helen Lydia Kelsey Waldron
Feb 11, 2026
Augusta, Ga - Helen Lydia Kelsey Waldron, 88, went to be with the Lord February 11, 2026. She was a retired Deputy Clerk of the Clerk of Superior Court of Richmond County, Georgia. She was a military wife for 20 plus years and traveled the world with many adventures building memories with her family. She was well known by many...
Ralph Theodore Mund
Feb 11, 2026
Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, Ralph Mund, 88, husband of JoAnn Mund.
Ralph was a trucker for 45 years. He loved to dance and was known for his sense of humor.
In addition to his wife JoAnn, family members include his children: Ralph Barrow (Tammy), Tammie Angel (Danny), Chris Mund (Michelle), Tammy Mund (Pat), Kelli Pruitt...
Lt. Robert Michael Riley
Feb 8, 2026
Evans, GA – Lieutenant Robert Michael “Mike” Riley, age 70, entered into rest on Sunday, February 8, 2026. A man of strong character, integrity, and heart, Mike lived a life marked by service, leadership, and a lasting impact on all who knew him. He was the devoted and loving husband of Kelli Riley.
Born in 1955 in Amarillo, Texas, Mike was...
Harold G. Johnston
Feb 7, 2026
Harold G. Johnston
Principal and Teacher
Augusta, GA – Mr. Harold G. Johnston, 85, beloved husband of the late Winifred “Winkie” White Johnston, entered into rest and left this world to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at Piedmont Hospital. He and Winifred “Winkie” White Johnston were married on June 4, 1966, in Fitzgerald, Georgia. For 59...
Richard D. Turner
Feb 6, 2026
Rick Turner, age 72, of Billingsley, Alabama, went home to be with his Lord on February 6, 2026. He served honorably for 20 years in the United States Navy, a source of pride and an enduring expression of his deep love of country. A small-town Alabama boy, Rick had the opportunity to see much of the world through his naval...
William S Lanier, Jr.
Feb 4, 2026
Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, at his residence, Mr. William S. Lanier, Jr., 86, loving husband of the late Susan Lillard Lanier.
William was a native and lifelong resident of Augusta. He was a 1956 graduate of the Academy of Richmond County and a star football player nicknamed "Golden Toe" for his excellent punting and...
Roy "Jimmy" Hubbard
Feb 4, 2026
Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, Roy “Jimmy” Hubbard, 73, loving husband of Faye Orander Hubbard.
A native of Augusta, Jimmy was an avid hunter, fisherman, and camper. He proudly served his country as a bomb loader in the U.S. Air Force from 1972-1975, and later, he worked as a metrologist at the Savannah River Site....
Elizabeth "Libby" Goss
Feb 4, 2026
Elizabeth King Goss, age 84, passed away peacefully on February 4, 2026 surrounded by her family. A longtime resident of Socorro, New Mexico, Libby had lived in Augusta, Georgia since early 2024. She was an adventurous explorer and world traveler, having sailed across Indonesia in a 30ft boat, ventured with two young children to pre-reform China, and walked in Buddha’s...
Lois Jeanne Lindsey
Feb 3, 2026
Lois Jeanne Lindsey, wife of the late Rev. Lucien Dale Lindsey, entered into eternal rest with her blessed Savior Jesus, and her beloved husband Lucien on February 3, 2026. Born on March 7, 1938 in Oklahoma, Jeanne was the daughter of the late Howard Wilson Savage and the late Muriel Helen Savage of Oak Ridge, TN. Her early childhood was...
Sondra Weaver Gillespie
Feb 3, 2026
Dawsonville, GA – Sondra Weaver Gillespie, wife of the late Rev. Robert C. Gillespie, mother of John and Adam Gillespie, passed away on Tuesday, February 3, 2026.
Sondra was a native of Michigan but had spent much of her adult life in Georgia. She was a faithful and devoted spouse while her husband served in several churches within the North Georgia...
Martha Starr Buchanan
Feb 1, 2026
Martha Starr Buchanan, 67, passed away peacefully on February 1, 2026.
Born on March 6, 1958, Starr was the daughter of the late Clayton & Carol Buchanan and spent most of her life in Augusta, Georgia, while cherishing many summers—and her final years—in Fernandina Beach, Florida. She had a deep love for animals, especially horses, and was known for her warm...
Robert E. Thompson, Sr.
Jan 29, 2026
Augusta, GA – Robert “Bobby” Earl Thompson, Sr., 86, the loving and faithful husband of 60 years to the late Shirley Ann Thompson was received into eternal rest by his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Thursday, January 29, 2026.
Robert was born in Augusta, GA on July 14, 1939 to the late Malcolm and Jennie Thompson.
He was a member of...
Jan T. Cox
Jan 29, 2026
Jan Therese Cox, wife of the late Dr. Frederick E. Cox, entered into rest at home on January 29, 2026.
Born in South Weymouth, Massachusetts, Jan was the daughter of the late Wynford Arsene Pare´ and Mrs. Mary David Pare´. Raised in Brockton, Massachusetts she moved with family to Connecticut, living in New London, Waterford, and Old Saybrook. She attended Seton...
James David Autry
Jan 28, 2026
Musician, husband, son, father, grandfather, friend, and Social Worker James David Autry, 77, of Augusta, GA, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 28, after a long and courageous battle with a prolonged illness.
He was born January 6, 1949, in Havre de Grace, MD, a son of the late Velmon Autry and Ellen Autry. For over 30 years, Jim served the...
Richard John Dermody, Jr.
Jan 28, 2026
Evans, GA – Richard John Dermody Jr. (Dick) entered into rest on January 28, 2026 surrounded by his family and caregiver, after a long, courageous battle with Alzheimer’s Disease at the age of 76. Dick was the loving husband of Candice Cohick Dermody for over 50 years.
Born on September 5, 1949, Dick was the eldest son of Richard and Lorraine...
Pat Walton
Jan 28, 2026
Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, Pat Walton, 77, wife of Skip Walton.
Pat was the heart and steady backbone of her family. She showed her love through cooking and baking, sharing what she made with family and friends, and making sure everyone felt cared for. Above all else, Pat loved her husband, Skip. He was...
Marian Villella Barrett
Jan 27, 2026
Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, Mrs. Marian Villella Barrett, loving wife of 56 years to Jack Barrett. She is survived by her son: William J. “Billy” Owens (Mary Ann). A graveside service will be held Friday, January 30, 2026 at 11 o’clock at Westover Memorial Park. Family will receive friends following the graveside service.
Marian...
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