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Jo Ann Bonitatibus
Jul 23, 2025
Augusta, GA – Jo Ann Bonitatibus, our beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, peacefully passed away on July 23, 2025, at the age of 80. She was the soul of her family, a constant source of love, joy, and unwavering strength. Her presence was a gift to everyone who knew her, and her legacy will forever live on in...
Mark Johnston Stone
Jul 22, 2025
Kline, SC – Entered into rest on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, after a short battle with lung cancer, Mr. Mark Johnston Stone, 59, son of the late Jackie Stone Poteet and Walter Stone.
He is survived by his son: Brayden Stone; step-sons: Brian and Dewayne Gray; Loving partner: Theresa Rhodes and her children: Valerie Baldree, Andrew Baldree and grandchildren: Isabel Smith,...
Jeffrey Keith Shelnut
Jul 21, 2025
Jeffrey Keith Shelnut, 53, of Augusta, Georgia, entered into rest on July 21, 2025.
Jeff was born in Macon, Georgia, but spent most of his life in Augusta. He graduated from Hephzibah High School, where he met his high school sweetheart, Brandi Wilson Shelnut. They were married for 27 years and raised three children—Jackson, Alex, and Payton—who were the center of...
Paul Stephen Reese
Jul 20, 2025
Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Sunday, July 20, 2025, Paul Stephen Reese, 71, loving husband of forty years to Patricia Glover Reese.
Paul loved to fish, drive the golf cart to his friend’s house, drink beer, and watch NASCAR. He was a huge fan of the Georgia Bulldogs and the Atlanta Braves. A great father and Pop-Pop, he loved...
James "Jim" T. Wilson, Jr.
Jul 19, 2025
James Thomas Wilson, Jr. entered into rest peacefully the morning of July 19th with his loving family by his side. Jim leaves behind a legacy of family, friends and many great memories of a life well lived.
Jim was born on April 20, 1942, in Augusta, GA. He was a lifetime Augustan. Jim graduated from Richmond Academy then attended the University...
Elizabeth Thacker
Jul 18, 2025
ELIZABETH ASHLEY THACKER
4/11/1932 – 7/18/2025
Mrs. Elizabeth Ashley Thacker, 93, entered into rest Friday, July 18, 2025. She was the beloved wife of the late Herman Lindsey Thacker, Sr.
Mrs. Thacker was born in Lincolnton, GA to Bud and Blanche Ashley, but lived in Augusta most of her life.
Mrs. Thacker worked for Dupont/Westinghouse at Savannah River Site in the Procurement Department, Retiring...
Sandra "Sandy" Roberson Worsham
Jul 17, 2025
Martinez, GA – Mrs. Sandra (Sandy) Roberson Worsham, 75, entered into rest on Thursday, July 17, 2025. She was the beloved wife of 57 years to Walter J. Worsham III.
Sandy was born on August 30, 1949, in Pierce County, GA to Lee Ann Davis and Hilton Roberson. She graduated from the Academy of Richmond County High School. She most recently...
Clara Salley McAlhany
Jul 15, 2025
Augusta, GA – A Celebration of Life gathering for Clara Salley McAlhany of Augusta will be held Saturday, July 19, 2025, at Thomas Poteet & Son Funeral Directors in Augusta. The family will receive friends from 2:00-4:00 p.m. Clara McAlhany died on Tuesday, July 15, 2025.
Clara was born May 11, 1947, in Augusta, Georgia. Growing up and living most of...
William A. Dodgen, Jr.
Jul 14, 2025
Augusta, GA – Bill Dodgen passed away on July 14, 2025, at his home. Bill was born on February 17, 1953, in Augusta, GA.
He was predeceased by his parents, Bill and Carolyn Dodgen, his brother Jack, and his nephew Jason Melton.
He is survived by his wife Patricia; his sons: Chris Dodgen (Marissa) and Matt Dodgen (Jennifer); sisters: Karen (Chippy) Melton...
Jack William Kirkendohl, Sr.
Jul 13, 2025
Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Sunday, July 13, 2025, Jack Kirkendohl, 78, husband of Della Kirkendohl.
Mr. Kirkendohl was born in Wrens, Georgia, and made Augusta his home for the past 50+ years. He served in the United States Air Force during Vietnam. Proceeding his Honorable Discharge, he began his career in Auto Paint & Body for his love...
Jennifer Haynie Kimbrell
Jul 13, 2025
Augusta, GA – Jennifer Kimbrell, born February 4, 1959, in Atlanta, Georgia, went home to be with her Lord on Sunday, July 13, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
Jennifer is survived and will be missed by her devoted husband of 42 years, Charles;
• Son Jonathan Kimbrell and his wife, Brooke, and son, Wesley
• Daughter Kayla Almon and her husband, Peter,...
Lynn Taylor Jones
Jul 13, 2025
August 15, 1942 – July 13, 2025
Augusta, GA – Lynn Taylor Jones passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, on July 13, 2025. A devoted husband, father, brother, grandfather, and friend, Lynn was a man of faith, service, and unwavering dedication to those he loved.
Born on August 15, 1942, in Salt Lake City, Utah, to Harry and Alta Jones,...
Ronnie Caldwell Howard
Jul 13, 2025
Augusta, GA – Mr. Ronnie Caldwell Howard, 86, entered into rest on Sunday, July 13, 2025.
Ron was born in Augusta, Georgia on July 30, 1938. He graduated from The Academy of Richmond County in 1956. He completed basic U.S. Army training at Fort Jackson, South Carolina. Ron was a member of the 210th Signal Company (Base Depot). He was called...
CSM Stanley M. Davis, U.S. Army (Ret.)
Jul 12, 2025
Entered into rest on Saturday, July 12, 2025, Command Sergeant Major, Stanley M. Davis, U.S. Army (Ret.), 72, loving husband of Sandra Annette Spottsville-Davis.
Stanley was born in Fayetteville, NC and enlisted in the United States Army at a young age. He had a passion for Jazz and Motown music, cheered on the Pittsburgh Steelers, and dedicated his free time to...
Larry F. Sharpe
Jul 12, 2025
Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Saturday, July 12, 2025, Larry Sharpe, 73, loving husband of Martha Sharpe.
Larry, born on September 30, 1951, in Gaston, SC, married Martha from Tallassee, AL in 1989, and together they raised his two sons, her son, and two daughters in Augusta, GA. Larry was a retired carpenter who worked out of the Local...
Rosa Bumatay
Jul 12, 2025
Rosa Bumatay, 92, passed away Saturday, July 12, 2025.
The family will receive friends Tuesday, July 15, 2025 from 4:00 until 6:00 P.M. at Thomas Poteet & Son, 214 Davis Rd., Augusta, GA 30907.
A memorial Mass will be held Thursday, July 17, 2025 at 2:00 P.M. at St. Teresa of Avila Catholic Church.
Dennis John Killips
Jul 12, 2025
Dennis John Killips, 81, of Augusta, Georgia, passed away peacefully at home on July 12, 2025. Born on December 14, 1943, in Tampa, Florida, to Virginia Rabey, Dennis was the only child of an only child who lived a vibrant and generous life, touching countless hearts with his generosity, faith, humor, and adventurous spirit.
A proud alumnus of Spring Hill College...
John Sheffield, Jr.
Jul 12, 2025
John G. Sheffield Jr. of Evans, Georgia walked freely into the arms of Jesus on Saturday, July 12, 2025, at his home surrounded by his loving family. No longer bound by the troubles of this world, he now lives in the freedom and splendor of Heaven.
John was born and raised in Willacoochee, Ga., near the Alapaha River or as he...
Richard John Eargle
Jul 11, 2025
March 16, 1954 – July 11, 2025
Richard John Eargle, 71, of Augusta, Georgia, passed away peacefully on July 11, surrounded by his loved ones.
Richard lived a life marked by quiet strength, hard work, and a heart for service. He dedicated many years of his career to the VA Hospital, as supervisor of the energy plant. After retiring, he founded his...
Sandra Morris Landrum
Jul 11, 2025
Sandra (Sandy) Morris Landrum
(1/12/1951-7/11/2025)
Sandy Morris Landrum, 74, entered into eternal paradise on Friday, July 11, 2025.
Sandy was born and raised in Martinez, Georgia. She graduated from Evans High School in 1969 and worked at American Carpet One as an office manager, where she retired after 40+ years. Growing up, Sandy was a “smoke show” homecoming queen who could often be...
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