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Local Obituaries for Augusta, GA, Richmond County & Surrounding Areas

Elizabeth Bailey Blanchard

Elizabeth Bailey Blanchard

Jul 7, 2025

Evans, GA – Elizabeth Williamson Bailey Blanchard was born on October 30, 1927, and died on July 7, 2025.

She was predeceased by her first husband Paul B. Bailey, her husband in later years Russell A. Blanchard, and her sister Alice Williamson Kinahan. She is survived by her children: Helen Bailey Fortson (Robert) of Atlanta and P. Baxter Bailey (Lynn) of...

Joan Elizabeth Hardy

Joan Elizabeth Hardy

Sep 12, 2025

Joan Elizabeth Hardy (Spence), 77, formerly of Kinston, NC, passed away peacefully on September 12, 2025, in Augusta, GA, surrounded by her loving family.

Born in Kinston, NC, Joan’s life was deeply rooted in love for her family, her community, and the places she cherished most. She spent her years between Kinston and Wilmington, creating countless memories and lasting bonds with...

James "Jim" Weigle III

James "Jim" Weigle III

Sep 11, 2025

Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Thursday, September 11, 2025, James “Jim” Gardiner Weigle III, 86, loving husband of Linda Weigle for 65 years.

A man of faith, Jim was a member of Trinity on the Hill. He loved nature, fishing, and arrowhead hunting; and he was also a friend of Phinizy Swamp. A graduate of Georgia Tech with a...

Kathleen Joan Robinson

Kathleen Joan Robinson

Sep 11, 2025

Kathleen Joan (McNamara) Robinson of Augusta, GA passed away peacefully on September 11, 2025 surrounded by loved ones. 

Kathy was born in Los Angeles, California, on July 8, 1951. She was the second oldest daughter and loved spending time with her family and friends growing up on the sunny Gold Coast. She was a true “little surfer girl”. 

Kathy made Augusta her...

Cathryn “Cathy” Avery

Cathryn “Cathy” Avery

Sep 10, 2025

Grovetown, GA – Entered into rest on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, Cathryn “Cathy” Avery, 71, loving wife of Paul A. Avery.

Cathy enjoyed playing fantasy football and shopping. She worked in medical billing for many years. Well loved by her family, she enjoyed spending time with them.

Family members include her husband: Paul A. Avery; sons: Adam Morris (Leslie) and Joshua Morris...

Dr. E. Harold Nelson

Dr. E. Harold Nelson

Sep 10, 2025

Dr. E. Harold Nelson passed away peacefully in his sleep on Wednesday, September 10th due to complications from Acute Myeloid Leukemia. He spent his final two weeks at home in hospice care; comfortable, smiling and laughing with his family and close friends at his side.

Harold was born September 3rd, 1943 in Montezuma, Georgia. He was preceded in death by his...

Daniel E. Nixon, Jr.

Daniel E. Nixon, Jr.

Sep 9, 2025

Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, Mr. Daniel E. “Dan” Nixon, Jr., 77, loving husband of 51 years to Deb Nixon.

After a long and successful career in commercial real estate, most recently serving as Senior Vice President of Leasing at Whitestone REIT, Dan retired with a legacy of professionalism and integrity. A graduate of Marietta...

Margaret Huey Thigpen

Margaret Huey Thigpen

Sep 7, 2025

Augusta, GA – Margaret Huey Thigpen, 103, entered into rest Sunday, September 7, 2025.

Margaret was born to the late Herman and Pauline Dixon in Dublin, GA. She was a member of Burns Memorial Methodist Church and was a strong God loving woman who took care of her paralyzed son. Margaret loved working in her yard and was an Atlanta Braves...

Kitty Sue Gill

Kitty Sue Gill

Sep 4, 2025

Augusta, GA – Mrs. Kitty Sue Garten Gill, 88, beloved wife of the late Theodore Walton Gill, entered into rest on September 4, 2025 at her home surrounded by love.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, at Thomas Poteet & Son Funeral Directors with Rev. Phillip A. Winsett officiating. Interment to follow at Bellevue...

Eunice Newman Andersen

Eunice Newman Andersen

Sep 4, 2025

Augusta, GA – Eunice K. Andersen died Thursday, September 4, 2025, at home with family by her side.

She graduated from Hephzibah High School in 1957 and retired from Applied Industrial Technologies (formerly Dixie Bearings) after 27 years of service.

She is survived by her husband of 62 years: Stephen Andersen; daughter: Deanne Magnuson (Jerry); and grandchildren: Zane (Alexia), Ashton (Chunting) and...

Rudy Castillo

Rudy Castillo

Sep 4, 2025

Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Thursday, September 4, 2025, Rudy Castillo, 65.

A native of Texas, Mr. Castillo had been a resident of the Augusta area for many years. He was a member of IBEW Local 1579 and most recently worked as a master electrician at the VA Hospital. Mr. Castillo attended Warren Baptist Church and was deeply involved...

William Mansfield Faulk, Jr.

William Mansfield Faulk, Jr.

Sep 3, 2025

Mr. William Mansfield Faulk, Jr., 68, beloved husband of Melinda Little Faulk, entered into rest on September 3, 2025.

The family will receive friends on Monday evening, September 8, 2025, from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Thomas Poteet and Son Funeral Directors.

Mr. Faulk was a 1974 graduate of Butler High School, a 1978 graduate of Georgia Southern and a 1994...

Michael Travis Banta

Michael Travis Banta

Sep 1, 2025

Michael (Mike) Travis Banta, age 69, of Augusta, GA, died on September 1, 2025. Born in Fort Worth, TX, Mike was a graduate of the University of Texas at Arlington. For four years, he served as an officer in the U.S. Navy, advancing to the rank of LTJG.

Following his military service, Mike worked as an analyst for the Department of...

Harry Louis Wallace

Harry Louis Wallace

Aug 31, 2025

Aiken, SC – Entered into rest on Sunday, August 31, 2025, Harry Wallace, 82, husband of Dee Wallace.

After serving in the United States Navy, Harry became an entrepreneur, as well as working with the McDal Corporation. Harry was one of a kind – fun-loving, genuine, and unforgettable. Known for his quirky sense of humor and vivacious personality, Harry loved music...

Teddy York

Teddy York

Aug 31, 2025

Teddy Lee York, 82, died peacefully on Sunday, August 31st.

Born in Royston, Georgia on June 29, 1943, Teddy was the son of the late Ralph Plumer and Lillie Mae Atkinson York.

Teddy graduated from Hart County High School in Hartwell, Georgia, in 1961 and earned a Bachelor of Business Administration from Augusta College in 1976. After a 40-year career with DSM...

Gary Craig Munn, Sr.

Gary Craig Munn, Sr.

Aug 30, 2025

Augusta, GA – Gary Craig Munn, Sr., 88, entered into rest on Saturday, August 30, 2025.

Gary was born October 16, 1936, in Chester, SC where he would spend his childhood years before moving to Oak Ridge, TN. After graduating from Oak Ridge HS, he joined the United States Air Force in June 1955 and proudly served his country for 28...

Dr. Beverly Cagle Montgomery

Dr. Beverly Cagle Montgomery

Aug 29, 2025

Greensboro, GA – Dr. Beverly Cagle Montgomery, a resident of Greensboro, GA, died August 29, 2025, in Augusta, GA, surrounded by the love of her family.

Bev was born to Cheryl Cagle in Athens, GA on July 1, 1970, and the world was never the same.

As the eldest of the five Cagle children, Bev was a “little mama” from the start,...

Dale Francis Stencel

Dale Francis Stencel

Aug 28, 2025

Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Thursday, August 28, 2025, Dale Francis Stencel, 83, loving husband of the late Jean Mills Stencel.



A native of Minnesota, Mr. Stencel moved to the Augusta area to complete his military service and was a veteran of the U.S. Army. He retired from Bellsouth after 30 years. A devoted parishioner of the Church of...

Joyce Alley Jones

Joyce Alley Jones

Aug 27, 2025

Joyce Isabelle Alley Jones, 81, of Dearing, Georgia went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, 27 August 2025.

She was born and raised in Jonesport, Maine and lived in Valparaiso, Indiana for over 60 years.

Joyce was most known for the love and pride she had in her family, as well as her dedication to the Valparaiso Public Library Reference...