Obituaries

Aug 23, 2025

Evans, GA – Marceline “Marcie” Herndon Saunders, 95, peacefully joined her God and her Heavenly family on Saturday, August 23, 2025.

Marcie was born on October 27, 1929, in Estill, SC, and grew up in Charleston. She met her husband, Elwyn Alva Saunders, at Citadel Square Baptist Church where, at age 13 they went to a church picnic as a first...

Aug 23, 2025

Jean Peacock Borinstein, 86, entered into rest Saturday, August 23, 2025 following a lengthy illness.

Jean was a pioneer. She was an only child born in Cochran, GA to the late Ebb and Thelma Peacock. She was close to her parents, with many friends in the community. In high school, at 5 feet 4 inches tall, she was a star basketball...

Aug 22, 2025

Mr. Ronnie Weathersbee, 80, beloved husband of Jane Cutler Weathersbee, entered into rest on August 22, 2025.

Mr. Weathersbee was born in Augusta to the late Lillian Anderson Weathersbee and William Weathersbee and graduated from the Academy of Richmond County. He served his country for 8 years in the United States Navy mainly aboard the Aircraft Carrier USS John F. Kennedy....

Aug 21, 2025

Judson Carter Enright

May 10, 1978 – August 21, 2025 (age 47)

Remembering Judson: Judson was born in Albany, Georgia, on May 10, 1978. Due to his disabilities, his biological family turned him over to the Department of Children and Family Services when he was six months old. At age four, he was flown by helicopter to Athens, Georgia, to live at...

Aug 21, 2025

Martinez, GA – Mrs. Kate N. Whitaker, 81, beloved wife of the late C. Kenneth Whitaker, entered into rest on August 21, 2025.

A memorial service will be held at 2:00 PM on Monday, August 25, 2025, in the Thomas Poteet and Son Chapel with Pastor Barry Clanton officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at...

Aug 19, 2025

Celebrating the Life of Dr. Frederick Ferdinand Marschalk, Jr. 

On August 19, 2025, at his longtime home on Trafalgar Drive, Frederick F. Marschalk Jr., MD, joyfully entered his eternal adventure with Jesus. Fred was a man of music, mischief, faith, and medicine, who lived with boundless curiosity and compassion.

Born to Dr. Frederick F. Marschalk and Helen Marguerite Hildebrandt, he was the...

Aug 19, 2025

Augusta, GA – Mr. Harry F. Yonce, 95, beloved husband of the late Eutelle V. Yonce, went to be with his Lord and Savior on August 19, 2025. He was born on July 21, 1930, in Jackson County to the late Andrew E. and Pauline Whitlock Yonce. He was raised in Jefferson, Georgia.

In 1951, he was drafted into the Army...

Aug 19, 2025

Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, Margie Mae Scharnitzky Gilmer "MaeMae", age 82.

Mae was born on October 15, 1942, to William and Bessie Scharnitzky. She was 1960 graduate of Academy of Richmond County. She attended Augusta College and then graduated from Georgia Southern University in 1964 with Bachelors of Education. She went on and graduated...

Aug 19, 2025

Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, Mrs. DiAnn Fehler Peeples, 81, wife of Mr. J. Keith Peeples

DiAnn was born on May 13, 1944 in Goldsboro, NC. She married the love of her life, Keith in 1962. They loved to travel with friends and family and their love for each other extended to everyone they met.

DiAnn...

Aug 18, 2025

Augusta, GA – Karen Wilson Bruker, born March 6, 1959, in Shelbyville, Indiana, was a steadfast presence in downtown Augusta and a devoted supporter of her community. She dedicated her life to family, service, and the preservation of Augusta’s history and culture.

Alongside her late husband, Davenport Sanford “Dee” Bruker, Karen played an important role in the city’s revitalization. Through Dee’s...

Aug 17, 2025

Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Sunday, August 17, 2025, Jerry Pulliam, Jr., 55.

Everybody needed a Jerry in their life. He never forgot a face, and if he gave you a pinky wave, you were truly special. Jerry was known by everyone for his radiant smile, loving spirit, and quick, funny remarks. But to his family, he was even...

Aug 15, 2025

Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Friday, August 15, 2025, Neta Akins Cook, 92.

A strong-willed, loving, and devoted grandmother known as Mema, Neta was a wonderful cook who will be deeply missed by her family and friends.

Family members include her grandchildren: Summer Cook, Emily Cook, and Grant Cook; great-grandchildren: Kate Barbare, Alice Barbare, and Rose Barbare; and brother George...

Aug 15, 2025

Augusta, GA – Dr. Regina S. Medeiros, DNP, MHSA, RN, 60, unexpectedly entered into rest on Friday, August 15, 2025.

We are deeply saddened to share her passing. Regina leaves behind her beloved daughters, Erycha and Chelsea Medeiros, son-in-law Justin, her mother Rose Simione, siblings Doreen & Scott Generazo and Paul Simione, and her many cherished chosen family and friends.

From a young age, Regina was...

Aug 15, 2025

Martinez, GA - Entered into rest on Friday, August 15, 2025, Thomas Herndon III, 92, husband of Ruth Herndon. He left his earthly home broken, but arrived in Glory with a healed mind, body, and soul.

Born on January 29, 1933 and raised in Russellville, Kentucky, Tom was one of eight children born to Grover Cleveland and Minerva McCraw Herndon. At...

Aug 14, 2025

Phyllis Ethel Slivon Richards of Augusta, Georgia passed away peacefully at the age of ninety-three on August 14, 2025. Phyl was surrounded by her loving husband of seventy-one years, Joseph Robert Richards “Bob” and her three children, Cathy, Bob Jr., and Jeff.

Phyl was born in Gary, Indiana on September 21, 1931 and grew up in the suburbs of Chicago. She...

Aug 12, 2025

Augusta, GA – Douglas Earl Gilmore, 81, passed away peacefully on August 12, 2025.

Born on September 28, 1943, in California to Margaret Jordan and Dell Gilmore, Doug lived a life centered on faith, family, and hard work. He earned his Electrical Engineering degree from the University of Texas and dedicated his entire career to the defense industry, working for Texas...

Aug 11, 2025

Augusta, GA – Bebe Blanchard passed away peacefully at home on August 11, 2025. She was born in Atlanta, GA on September 25, 1933, to Edwina Cowan and Ansel D. Bennett. Her family moved to Greenwood, SC where she grew up. She attended the University of Georgia and graduated from Greenwood Community College of Business. She was a member of...

Aug 11, 2025

Aug 9, 2025

Wyckliffe Austin Knox, Jr.

November 1, 1940 ~ August 9, 2025 (Age 84)

Wyckliffe “Wyck” Austin Knox, Jr., 84, passed away peacefully at home on August 9, 2025. A lifelong son of Georgia, Wyck’s unquestionable character, unwavering integrity, his faith, and belief in giving back guided his every decision. He was always willing to lend thoughtful advice and took joy in helping...

Aug 8, 2025

In Loving Memory of Mrs. Melody San Jose Palo

Mrs. Melody San Jose Palo, cherished wife of Jaime Paule, peacefully passed away on Friday, August 8, 2025, at Emory University Medical Center in Atlanta.

A Catholic funeral mass will be celebrated on Saturday, August 16, 2025, at 1:00 PM at St. Teresa of Avila Catholic Church. Family and friends are invited to...