Obituaries

Feb 28, 2024

Apr 9, 2024

Augusta, GA - On Tuesday, April 9th, 2024, Stephen Michael Claya Jr., age 11, son of Stephen Michael Claya Sr. and Corieene Stevens, passed into heaven, freed of his earthly pain, to be with his Lord Jesus for all time and eternity. He is survived by: Grandparents John C. and Mary Claya of Locust Grove, VA;  Godparents, Uncle John J....

Apr 3, 2024

Patricia E. (Raven) Lewis of Evans, GA passed away surrounded by loved ones on April 3, 2024, one short month after the passing of her cherished husband, Donald H. Lewis. 

 

Pat was born in Port Jefferson, New York on August 26, 1938, to Charles and Greta Raven. Her childhood was spent with her parents and sisters in Port Jefferson and Baldwin. She...

Apr 17, 2024

Grovetown, GA – Passed away on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, Marie Louise Poirier Palmer, 75, at PruittHealth-Evans. Marie was born May 11, 1948 in Brockton, Massachusetts.

 

She is predeceased by her husband: Donald Palmer; parents: Anna-Belle C. and Louis Poirier; brothers: Dennis H. Poirier, Norman L. Poirier and Paul G. Poirier and sister: Jeanette F. Hebert.

 

Marie is survived by her son:...

Apr 16, 2024

Augusta, GA – Mrs. Isabelle Pennington Boozer, 99, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 16, 2024. Isabelle was born on July 21,1924 in Clarks Hills, South Carolina to the late Lewis Collins Rich and Isabel McBride Rich.

 

As a teenage volunteer in a tonsillectomy clinic at John de la Howe School, a physician recognizing her skill and empathy, suggested she consider...

Apr 14, 2024

 

Augusta, GA – Mr. Jimmy Ray Richardson, 82, entered into rest Sunday, April 14, 2024, he was the loving husband of Janice Richardson.  

 

In 1941, Jimmy was born in Evans, GA to the late Alex and Patti Richardson. He was a member of the local union IBEW 1579 for over 50 years. He was a loving husband, father, and granddaddy. 

 

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Apr 12, 2024

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Dr. Kevin Joseph Murrell, 76, entered peacefully into rest on Friday, April 12, 2024, at home and surrounded by his family.

 

Kevin was born in Brooklyn, NY, and he was deeply grateful for his parents, who gave him faith and a love for others and their cultures, especially Ireland. An army veteran, he served as a medivac...

Apr 11, 2024

Lena V. Martin

 

Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Thursday, April 11, 2024, Lena Vinesett Martin, 91, loving wife of 70 years to the late T. Andrew “Andy” Martin.

 

Lena was born in Gaffney, South Carolina. She was a member of Woodlawn Baptist Church where she taught Sunday School and was involved with the youth program. Lena worked for Castleberry's Food...

Apr 11, 2024

Hilda Reece Powell 

 

Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Thursday, April 11, 2024, Mrs. Hilda Reece Powell, 91, loving wife of the late Robert F. “Bobby” Powell. 

     Hilda was born April 10, 1933, in Graniteville, SC to the late Pickens and Cora Reece. Hilda loved flowers and plants and had many during her lifetime with an inherent green thumb....

Apr 11, 2024

Augusta, GA - Mr. Cyril Joseph Banick, Jr. entered into rest on April 11, 2024, after a lengthy battle with cancer. 

Cy was a native and lifelong resident of Augusta. He attended West Side High School, The University of Georgia and Augusta College, majoring in Business Management and Education. He taught math and science for many years in the Augusta area....

Apr 11, 2024

Evans, GA – Entered into rest on Thursday, April 11, 2024, Mr. Henry Jackson “Jack” Thomas, 72, husband of Mrs. Terri Elrod Thomas.

 

Jack was a member of Grace Baptist Church. He was self-employed as a carpenter. Jack was an avid golfer and enjoyed time spent with all of his friends at Rocky Branch golf course in Lincolnton. He was a...

Apr 8, 2024

Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Monday, April 8, 2024, surrounded by family. Toni Marie Van Alstine, 82, was a loving wife of 61 years to William Lee “Bill” Van Alstine. Toni, a second-generation Italian-American, was born in Wheatland, WY to Mike and Ida Caligiore. She grew up in Hartville, WY, graduating from Sunrise High School. Her childhood respite was...

Apr 7, 2024

Augusta, GA – Robert William Moak, beloved husband of Nancy, entered into eternal rest on Sunday, April 7th, 2024, surrounded by his wife and children. Bob was 79 years old.

 

Bob was a native of West Point, MS. Bob was born to Anna Ruth Helms Moak and Johnny Moak on November 21st, 1944. He was a graduate of West Point High...

Apr 7, 2024

Evans, GA – Douglas deVane Batchelor, Jr. passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Sunday, April 7, 2024. Mr. Batchelor was born on January 4, 1945 in Boston, MA to the late Douglas deVane Batchelor, Sr. and Lucy Bush Batchelor. He was a loving and devoted husband for 52 years to the late Julia “Julie” Harper Blanchard...

Apr 6, 2024

Evans, GA – Entered into rest Saturday, April 6, 2024, Linda Mildred Wilson, 73, loving wife of Tom Wilson.

Linda had a giving nature with a heart of gold. Her family always came first, and being the best Mom she could be, was something Linda was passionate about. Married to Tom for nearly 43 years brought a fulfilling and significant chapter...

Apr 6, 2024

Evans, GA – Entered into rest on Saturday, April 6, 2024, Herbert Briggs, 66, loving husband and best friend to Mary Ruth Briggs.

 

Herbert was born in Moscow, Tennessee. He served in the United States Army for over 20 years. After retiring he worked as a military instructor at Fort Gordon. Herbert enjoyed his family, fishing, music and playing the guitar....

Apr 5, 2024

Mary Louise “Louise” Hawkins Bennett, 79, entered into rest on Friday, April 5, 2024. Louise was born in Sandersville, Georgia but grew up in Augusta, Georgia. 

 

She graduated from The Academy of Richmond County, Class of 1963. She enjoyed performing in musicals and theater while there. She was an excellent pianist and spent many years playing for and directing the children’s...

Apr 4, 2024

Evans, GA – Entered into the arms of Jesus on Thursday, April 4, 2024, Bobbie Sue Kelley, 91, wife of 60 years to the late William E. “Ed” Kelley.

 

Mrs. Kelley was born in Belk, Alabama and after traveling the world with her husband as a military spouse, she settled in Evans, GA. Bobbie was an active member of Warren Baptist...

Apr 4, 2024

Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Thursday, April 4, 2024, Herbert C. Lorick, III, 84, loving husband of Linda L. Lorick.

Herbert was a native of Augusta, GA. He was a graduate of the Academy of Richmond County and Georgia Southern College. He retired as President of the Leasing Department at Georgia Railroad Bank. After retirement, Herbert worked part-time at...

Apr 3, 2024

Terry LaPoint, a dedicated servant to his country and a beloved patriarch, passed away on April 3, 2024, at the age of 78. Born on March 3, 1946, in Lacrosse, Wisconsin, Terry was the epitome of courage, honor, and dedication throughout his remarkable life. Terry served his nation with distinction for an incredible 30 years in the United States Navy,...