Obituaries

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 29, 2026

Jeffrey Carl Shurtleff, Sr.,  82, beloved husband of Judy Croft Shurtleff, entered into rest on May 29, 2026.

A full obituary to follow.

May 28, 2026

Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Thursday, May 28, 2026, Clara Catherine Alford Smith, 78.

A native of Augusta, GA, Cathy graduated from The Academy of Richmond County (ARC) and continued her education at Augusta Business School. She was known by many as “Red” with her feisty and witty personality. To her six grandchildren, she was Mamo. Cathy was a...

May 28, 2026

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May 28, 2026

Mr. Michael Eric “Mike” Crider, 65, husband of Melinda Crider, entered into rest on May 28, 2026.

Mike was a hardworking provider for his family. He was especially proud of being an electrician. Mike worked for Procter and Gamble and then NEC making friends along the way that became family. In his spare time, Mike loved to go fishing. Mike will...

May 28, 2026

Mrs. Delphine Krist Mroczka, 88, beloved wife of Henry “Hank” Mroczka, entered into rest on May 28, 2026.

A memorial mass will be celebrated at 11:00 AM on Monday, June 1, 2026 at St. Mary on the Hill Catholic Church with Father Mark Ross as celebrant. Inurnment to follow in the church’s columbarium.

Mrs. Mroczka was born in Jackson, Michigan to the...

May 26, 2026

Martha Elaine Hickman Ostendorff, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 26, 2026. She was 82. Martha was born in Millen, Ga. on December 6, 1943 to the late Sidney Alexander Hickman and Alva Hillis Hickman. She is preceded in death by her sister Barbara Hickman Wilson; and her daughter Angela Scot Hixon.

She is survived by her son, David Alan Ostendorff,...

May 25, 2026

Evans, GA – Mrs. Myrna Elizabeth Harrell entered peacefully into the presence of her Lord and Savior on Monday, May 25, 2026. She was the beloved wife of the late James V. Harrell, with whom she shared a life rooted in love, faith, and devotion to family.

Myrna was a woman whose heart overflowed with kindness, compassion, and joy. A loving...

May 24, 2026

Dolores was born in Taylor, Texas on June 23,1943 to Joe and Elsie Zimmerhanzel.

Dolores was a high-spirited, fun loving, talented teacher of learning, an information communicator, and had a zest for life and liked to be seen and known! Dolores grew up in Circleville, TX and graduated from Our Lady of the Lake University in San Antonio, Texas with a...

May 20, 2026

Mary Louise “Tootsie” Bynum Walsh

Augusta, Georgia

Mary Louise “Tootsie” Bynum Walsh, 79, passed away peacefully, on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at Marshall Pines Assisted Living in Evans, GA.

She was born on May 24, 1946, in Chester, SC. Tootsie graduated from Chester High School in 1964. After graduation, she attended the cosmetology school at LaCarnes Beauty School in Rock Hill, SC. For...

May 19, 2026

Augusta, GA – Robert Christopher Rush, 49, entered into rest Tuesday, May 19, 2026.

Chris was a lifelong resident of Augusta and graduated from Westside High School. He had a love for music and was an avid GA football fan. He loved his family and friends and had a special bond with his aunts: Mary Mock, Peggy Carter, Carol Farr; and...

May 19, 2026

North Augusta, SC – Entered into rest on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, Thuy “Sandy” Huong Tran, 65.

A gifted artist, poet, storyteller and pianist, Sandy lived a life shaped by creativity, language, and culture. Fluent in English, French, and Russian, she shared her love of language as an English teacher before later becoming a devoted small business owner for many years.

In...

May 18, 2026

Entered into rest on Monday, May 18, 2026, surviving family members include her mother Cathy R. Partain, her aunts, Diane R. Kreisberg (Robert), Amy R. Moss (Morris), Mary R. Bates and Leanne Partain and many other loved family members. 

Emily was predeceased by her father Robert W. Partain, her grandparents Hazel Williamson, Wayne Rhodes, Ruth Partain, Robert W. Partain, Jr., her...

May 18, 2026

Mary Ann Marge Marriott, age 71, of Augusta, Georgia, died on May 18, 2026 at her home, surrounded by family and loved ones.

Mary Ann was married to her devoted husband, Eric Marriott, for 52 years. She was preceded in death by her father, Gabriel Salvatore “Tony” Marge, her mother Emma Caroline Sharp Marge, and her brother Wayne Anthony Marge. She...

May 17, 2026

Augusta, GA – Robert Leo Wood passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, May 17, 2026, in the comfort of family.

Robert was born in Rockford, Michigan, to Ralph Virgil Wood and Alvera Smith Wood, and was lovingly raised by Ruth Summers in Syracuse, Indiana. He was a lifelong learner whose academic accomplishments reflected both his intellect and determination. He earned...

May 17, 2026

Philip Lee Ames, 79, passed away May 17, 2026.

Phil was born in Jacksonville, Illinois on October 21, 1946 to Philip and Eleanor Ames. His father was in the Army, and they lived in numerous places, including Japan, Turkey, and Bad Tolz, Germany where he enjoyed scouting in the Alps and playing baseball. While in high school, his family moved to...

May 17, 2026

Hephzibah, GA – Entered into rest on Sunday, May 17, 2026, Mr. Donnie “Don” W. Beasley, 79, loving husband of Virginia Beasley.

Born to the late Roy and Venera Beasley, Don was a lifelong resident of Augusta. He served in the United States Army and was a retired life member from Local Union 150. He was also the owner and operator...

May 17, 2026

Grovetown, GA – Entered into rest on Sunday, May 17, 2026, Mr. Carl J. Knoll, 87, loving husband of Patricia H. Knoll.

Carl was born in Sterling, IL to the late Carl and Margaret Knoll. He proudly served his country as a veteran of the United States Navy, saying it was the adventure of his life. Carl spent most of his...

May 16, 2026

The family of Michael David Lloyd, 57, of Augusta, Georgia, is devastated to announce that on May 16, 2026, he passed away peacefully in their presence. He was born on August 10, 1968, at Fort Gordon to Bettye Griffin Lloyd and Walter Lloyd, Sr. He was the youngest of five boys.

In his adult life, Michael became a skilled Instrumentation and...

May 14, 2026