Obituaries

May 3, 2026

Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Sunday, May 3, 2026, Brenda Kay Livingston, 62, wife of Jay B. Livingston.

Brenda, beloved wife of Jay B. Livingston, cherished every moment spent with her husband, children, and grandchildren. She found great joy in making lasting memories with them—whether at the beach, in the mountains, or camping by the lake. She adored her...

May 14, 2026

May 13, 2026

Willis F. Roberson, Jr, (Wit), 95, beloved husband of Joan Roberson, passed away peacefully on May 13th, 2026 surrounded by his loving family. Wit was born in Swainsboro, GA to Willis and Annie Lou Roberson and was the oldest of two siblings, Jerry Roberson and Patrica Valley. He moved to Augusta, GA in 1954 where he spent the rest of...

May 12, 2026

Entered into rest on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at the Georgia War Veterans Nursing Home, Mr. Edwin Northrop “Pete” Scott, age 83.

Pete is survived by his son, Edwin Northrop Scott II; his brother, John “Jack” Scott (Klyce); his grandchildren, Edwin North Scott III and Sydney Yvonne Scott; his cousin, Ed Hysler (Linda); and family friend, Christeen Phiniezy.

A native of Augusta,...

May 12, 2026

Augusta, GA – Sharlene Bock Vlahos, 70, entered into rest on Tuesday, May 12, 2026.

Sharlene devoted her life to caring for others, both through her career as a nurse and in the loving way she raised her two children. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, and her family was the center of her life.

She was known for...

May 12, 2026

Gloria Louise Patrick, age 90, went to her heavenly home on Tuesday, May 12, 2026. A woman of profound faith, boundless generosity, and an unwavering devotion to her family and friends, Gloria leaves behind a legacy of love that will be cherished for generations.

Gloria was born in Macon, Georgia, on November 23, 1935, to the late Charles Lowell Davis and...

May 12, 2026

Evans, GA – Entered into rest on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, Ann Harrell Saunders, 93, loving wife of the late John Lloyd Saunders.

Ann was born July 1, 1932, in Atlanta, GA, and was a graduate of Washington Seminary in Atlanta and Wesleyan College in Macon.

Ann was a renowned mathematics teacher in the Richmond County School System, teaching at both junior...

May 11, 2026

Mary Elizabeth “Betsy” Mason Carnwath, beloved wife of the late Samuel Wallace “Chip” Carnwath Jr., entered into rest on May 11, 2026, in Charleston, South Carolina, peacefully with her son at her side. Betsy was born on October 13, 1948, in Augusta, Georgia, to Wilson Perry “Bill” Mason and Elizabeth Lamar Dudley Mason. She grew up in Augusta as the...

May 11, 2026

Martinez, GA – Entered into rest on Monday, May 11, 2026, Robert Matthew Long, 82, loving husband of Barbara H. Long.

Robert proudly served in the U.S. Army during Vietnam, earning a Bronze Star. A longtime member of Abilene Baptist Church, he served as a deacon for many years. He enjoyed fishing and loved his family.

Family members include his wife: Barbara...

May 11, 2026

“To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord.”

Mrs. Helen A. Bussey, 94 years old, of Augusta, Georgia received her angel wings on May 11, 2026 at her home surrounded by family. Helen’s faith was an important part of her life. She lived her life daily as a testament to grace, kindness, and a steadfast belief...

May 11, 2026

Augusta, GA – Frank W. Scharite, Jr., passed away peacefully Monday, May 11, 2026. Born on September 18, 1932, in Trenton, NJ, to Hilda Pontoriero Scharite and Frank W. Scharite, Sr., Frank’s early years were spent on his grandfather’s farm near Ellisdale, NJ, which he fondly called the best time of his life.

He graduated from Allentown, NJ High School and...

May 9, 2026

Evans, GA – Sienna Sunshine Shaw, 48, entered into rest Saturday, May 9, 2026.

Sienna was a native of Pensacola, FL having spent most of her childhood there. She then spent much of her adult life in Evans, GA. Sienna was a ball of energy and full of joy. Despite being in a wheelchair, she never wanted to sit still. Throughout...

May 9, 2026

Judy Ann Snipes, 83, went home to be with the Lord on May 9, 2026.

Judy was born on December 3, 1942, in Laurens, South Carolina, to the late Sidney and Mary Johnson. She spent the last 42 years in Augusta, Georgia, where she built a life full of family, faith, friendships, and lots of laughter.

She was preceded in death by...

May 9, 2026

Dr. Russell Ray Moores, 91, passed away peacefully on May 9, 2026, at home, surrounded by family in Augusta Georgia. Born on February 25, 1935, in Webster Grove, Missouri, to Floyd Russell Moores and Dorotha Campbell Moores, he lived a life marked by dedication to his family, education, and community.

Dr. Moores’ academic journey began at Arkansas State University and continued...

May 7, 2026

Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Thursday, May 7, 2026, Francisco Lorenzo Mateo Cruz, 71, loving husband of Fatima Zarate Cruz.

Francisco loved cooking, hunting (especially deer hunting), and gardening. His most cherished plants were his dagu and hot peppers. He was most known as a generous person with a great sense of humor. He loved to travel with family...

May 6, 2026

Augusta, GA - Mrs. Sandra L. Carte, 76, entered into rest on Wednesday, May 6, 2026. She was the loving wife of the late James Ronald Carte.

Sandra was born in Bentonia, Mississippi, and raised in Yazoo City, Mississippi. She was a former employee of Columbia County Water Works before later devoting her time to caring for and supporting her beloved...

May 6, 2026

Martinez, Georgia – Entered into rest on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at her residence, surrounded by her family. Gail Burkett Kennedy, 83, loving wife of Charlie Kennedy for sixty-four years.

She was an Augusta native and worked for 27 years at Columbia County Waterworks. Gail's love for family and faith guided her life.

Family members include her Husband, Charlie Kennedy, Daughters, Renee...

May 6, 2026

Betty (Mary Elizabeth) Crisler Durham was born on December 31, 1922, to Ethel Pearl Cranshaw Crisler and Henry M. Crisler in Macon, Georgia and was promoted to Heaven on Wednesday, May 6, 2026.

She grew up in Winston Salem, NC, and Atlanta, GA. She graduated from Girls High School in 1941 and married the love of her life, Loyd Durham, in...

May 5, 2026

Augusta, GA – Entered into rest Tuesday, May 5, 2026, Betty Katherine Parham Ray, 99, wife of the late Deleon N. Ray.

Betty was a member of the Huguenot Society, Daughters of the American Revolution, and United Daughters of the Confederacy. She loved the outdoors, especially her vegetable and flower gardens, every kind of animal (except cats) and going fishing with...

May 4, 2026

Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Monday, May 4, 2026, Mrs. Magdalena “Maggie” Lewis, 97, loving wife of the late James Leroy Lewis.

Maggie was born in Germany in the small town of Kahl a/Main to Karl and Katharine Zinke. She grew up during the turmoil of the world-wide depression and the destruction of World War II and its aftermath....