Obituaries

May 14, 2025

Gary Lynn Fulmer

Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, Mr. Gary Lynn Fulmer, 74, beloved husband of Mrs. Barbara Swanson Fulmer.

Mr. Fulmer was a devoted member of Warren Baptist Church and a beloved figure in his community. He was a proud veteran of the United States Marine Reserves. A talented athlete in his youth, Mr. Fulmer...

May 13, 2025

May 13, 2025

Augusta, GA – Mrs. Patricia “Pat” Dickens Hodges, 89, entered into rest on Tuesday, May 13, 2025 surrounded by her loving family.

Mrs. Hodges was a devoted Christian woman whose generous spirit touched everyone around her. A longtime member of Abilene Baptist Church, she faithfully volunteered her time, often serving in the church kitchen. She was a talented quilter and seamstress,...

May 11, 2025

Lynn Ann Arthur Ward, 81, passed away in her home on Mother’s Day, May 11, 2025, surrounded by her family.

Born in 1944 in Chicago, Illinois, Lynn moved to Augusta, Georgia, as a young child and spent the rest of her life proudly rooted in the community she loved. A graduate of Sacred Heart and Aquinas High School (Class of 1962),...

May 10, 2025

Augusta, GA - Joseph Marion Powell departed this life for his heavenly home on Saturday, May 10, 2025 at the age of 88.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Rufus and Marie Powell, and four sisters.

Marion was a lifelong Augustan who grew up in the Harrisburg Community. He was a member of Victory Baptist Church and Plumbers & Steamfitters...

May 10, 2025

Thomson, GA – Christine Dawn Rutherford, loving wife of Terry Rutherford, entered into heavenly rest on Saturday, May 10, 2025 after a courageous, hard-fought battle with cancer.

Christine was a born-again believer in Christ Jesus, and she often disguised herself as a nurse. She worked at various times as a baby nurse, a palliative care nurse, and the Nursing and Health...

May 9, 2025

One of seven children born to Vivian Elizabeth and RC Coleman, Robert Ray Coleman graced this world with his presence on July 30th, 1949, in Houston, Texas. Later known for his sharp, comedic wit, dedication to his passions, and service to our country, young Ray was known mostly for his playful antics and his love for his mother.

After high school,...

May 8, 2025

John “Jack” Sheehan Markwalter, Sr., a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and lifelong Augustan, passed away peacefully in his home on May 8, 2025 at the age of 92, surrounded by his loving family.

Jack was born the youngest of eight children to the late C. Victor Markwalter and Agnes Sheehan Markwalter in Augusta, Georgia on August 12, 1932. He was...

May 7, 2025

Myrtle "Lorene" Vining, 74, of Augusta, Georgia, passed away peacefully on May 7, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.

Born on February 19, 1951, Lorene was the eldest of six siblings and embraced that role with grace, strength, and a nurturing spirit that stayed with her throughout her life. She was the devoted wife of the late Cecil Vining and a...

May 6, 2025

Frances Josephine Loughran, 82, passed away peacefully on May 6th 2025 at her home in Evans, Georgia, after a short illness.

Frances was born on 10th October 1942 in Edinburgh, Scotland during the middle of WW2. She married her first husband, David Boyd, in 1962 and they had two children, Denise and David.

Frances was a nurse and met her second husband,...

May 5, 2025

Susan Wright, age 84, of Augusta, Georgia, passed away peacefully on May 5, surrounded by her loving family after a courageous battle with dementia.

Born on May 3, 1941, Susan was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. She shared a beautiful life with her beloved husband, Richard, and together they raised a loving family that was always at the center...

May 2, 2025

May 2, 2025

In Loving Memory of Laura Sparks SmithBorn in Rapid City, South Dakota – 01/18/1954 | Passed on May 2, 2025

Laura S Smith passed away on May 2nd 2025. , leaving behind a quiet strength that touched everyone who knew her. She was steady. She was funny in the most unexpected ways. And above all else, she was deeply, endlessly loving.

Born...

May 1, 2025

May 1, 2025

Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Thursday, May 1, 2025, Mrs. Sara McDaniel, 83, widow of Fred McDaniel.

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Sara Proctor McDaniel, caring mother and grandmother, cherished wife, and spirited homemaker. She left this world loved and cherished in a graceful manner.

Born with a fiery spirit and an open heart,...

May 1, 2025

Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Thursday, May 1, 2025, Paula Janette Daniel, 76.

Janette was born in Lake City, FL to the late Leroy & Lousie Markham. She moved to Augusta in 1978 where she remained for the rest of her life. Janette worked for the Richmond County Health Department for 30 years before retiring. She returned to the...

Apr 30, 2025

Augusta, GA — Entered into rest on April 30, 2025. Benjie Lewis Harbin, 61, was a loving father, brother, son, and friend.

Born October 28, 1963, in Toombs County, Georgia, Ben graduated from Hephzibah High School, Georgia Military College (Graduate of Distinction), and earned his MBA from Mercer University, where he also received an honorary Doctor of Law (JD) degree.

Ben served...

Apr 28, 2025

Isaac Clifton “Mike” Askew, III, 80, of Augusta, Georgia, passed away peacefully on April 28, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Augusta on August  25, 1944, to the late Isaac Clifton Askew, Jr. and Louise King Askew.

Mike grew up in Grovetown and Warrenton, Georgia. He graduated from Warren County High School, where he enjoyed playing both...

Apr 28, 2025

Christopher Keith Finnell, of Harlem, GA, passed away unexpectedly on April 28th at the age of 44. His loss has left our family heartbroken and deeply shocked.

Chris was born on September 29, 1980, in Charleston, WV, to Gregory and Debra Finnell. As a child, he was diagnosed with the rare neurological condition Moyamoya. Despite this challenge, he bravely underwent two...

Apr 28, 2025

Augusta, GA – Jacqueline Giddens, 96, wife of the late Eschol Giddens, entered into rest on Monday, April 28, 2025, after a long and beautiful life.

Jackie was born in Wembley, England and moved to the United States in 1946 as a war bride. She settled in Cochran, GA where she and Eschol raised their three children. While in Cochran, she...