Obituaries

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

James F. Mills

James F. Mills

Dec 25, 2024

Entered into rest on Wednesday, December 25, 2024, Mr. James F. Mills, 78.

James was born in Birmingham, Alabama, he was raised in Wadley, Georgia. James was a member of Hill Baptist Church, and was an Army veteran. He was a graduate of the University of Georgia class of 1969. He worked many years as a bank executive in the Augusta...

Cynthia "Cindy" Strom Boutwell

Cynthia "Cindy" Strom Boutwell

Dec 25, 2024

Entered into rest on Wednesday, December 25, 2024, Cynthia Strom Boutwell, 64.

Cindy a native of Augusta, Georgia was known as a loving and devoted mother and NaeNae. She loved all her family wholeheartedly and especially enjoyed spending time with her children and grandchildren. Cindy was a loyal Kansas City Chiefs fan, loved giraffes, eagles, Nascar and rock and roll.

Family members...

Joan Fischofer

Joan Fischofer

Dec 24, 2024

Joan Fischofer was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister and aunt. She entered into rest on Tuesday, December 24, 2024 in Augusta, GA after a prolonged battle with Parkinson’s Disease. She is the wife of the late Arthur Charles Fischofer Jr. and is survived by her daughter Susan Floyd (Robert); sons Craig Fischofer (Holly) and Chip Fischofer (Maggie); her grandchildren:...

Marion Akins Livingston

Marion Akins Livingston

Dec 24, 2024

Marion Akins Livingston, 99, entered into rest on Tuesday, December 24, 2024.

A graveside service will be held Saturday, December 28, 2024 at 3:00 P.M. at Hillcrest Memorial Park with Fr. Chris Hassel officiating.

At the family's request memorials may be made to the Paralyzed Veterans of American. PVA National Processing Center, P.O. Box 758589, Topeka, KS 66675-8542  or to Heartland Hospice,...

Tony Markwalter

Tony Markwalter

Dec 23, 2024

Entered into rest on Monday, December 23, 2024, at Doctors Hospital, Mr. Raphael Anthony “Tony” Markwalter, son of John Edward Markwalter and the late Louise D’Antignac Markwalter. Other family members include his sister Catherine Markwalter and brother: William “Bill” Markwalter (Kathy) and nephews: Paul Markwalter, Michael Markwalter (Melanie). 

A graveside service will be held Saturday, January 4, 2025, at 11:00 AM...

Barry Charles Robinette

Barry Charles Robinette

Dec 23, 2024

Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Monday, December 23, 2024, Barry Charles Robinette, 73, loving husband of 35 years to Gina S. Robinette.

Barry was a lifelong native of Augusta, Georgia. He retired from the Bank of America and was currently working at Trenton Correctional Institute for the last13 years. He was active in his church, Abilene Baptist. He loved...

Rhonda E. Jackson

Rhonda E. Jackson

Dec 23, 2024

Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Monday, December 23, 2024, Rhonda Evonne Jackson, 63.

Rhonda was born in Appling, Georgia and was a resident of Augusta, Georgia. She attended Thomson High School. She grew up near, and loved to be at Clarks Hill Lake as much as possible, camping, swimming and fishing. 

Family members include her spouse: David E. Smith; daughter:...

Margaret B. Lenz

Margaret B. Lenz

Dec 22, 2024

Entered into rest on Sunday, December 22, 2024, Mrs. Margaret B. “Peggy” Lenz, wife of the late George C. Lenz Jr. Peggy is survived by her children, Mike Lenz (Mary), Carol Ferguson (Bill) and Laura Dross, Victor Brodeur brother and (Diane) sister-in-law, grandson Jeremy Kirschner (Jenelle) and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her son-in-law: Greg...

Thomas E. Gebbie

Thomas E. Gebbie

Dec 22, 2024

Augusta, GA – Thomas Edward Gebbie, husband of Rosemary (Sullivan) Gebbie, and son of the late John and Dorothy Gebbie died on Sunday, December 22, 2024 in Augusta, Georgia.

Mr. Gebbie was raised in Park Ridge, Illinois along with his younger brother with whom he has always been very close. At Maine East High School Mr. Gebbie excelled not only in...

Sherri Lynne McGahee

Sherri Lynne McGahee

Dec 22, 2024

Augusta, GA – Sherri Lynne McGahee, 59, entered into rest to be with her Lord and Savior Sunday, December 22, 2024 surrounded by her family. 

Sherri was a lifelong resident of Augusta. She graduated from Butler High School and Augusta State. She was a registered nurse at Doctors Hospital for many years in the Burn Unit & Endoscopy. 

She was a loving...

Louise Markwalter Wright

Louise Markwalter Wright

Dec 20, 2024

Augusta, GA - Mrs. Louise Markwalter Wright age 94, died at home surrounded by her family on December 20, 2024. Louise was a devoted sister, wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and friend to many. As a caring and generous person, her door was always open, and she never missed an opportunity to show kindness to anyone.

Born on Lombardy Court in...

LTC Frank Vo

LTC Frank Vo

Dec 19, 2024

Martinez, GA – Entered into rest at his residence on Thursday, December 19, 2024, LTC Frank Nhon Vo, Vietnamese Air Force, husband of the late Mrs. May Dinh Vo.

Frank was born in Saigon and was a Wing Commander in the Vietnamese Air Force. In 1975, Frank fled Vietnam with his family to the United States. His first job was as...

Peggy Anderson Poole

Peggy Anderson Poole

Dec 19, 2024

Our beloved mom Mrs. Peggy Anderson Poole entered peacefully into rest Thursday, December 19, 2024, at her residence. 

Peggy was born in Augusta, Georgia, May 12, 1939, to Lawrence and Florrie Anderson. Following graduation from the Academy of Richmond County, she married and went on to have four children, Dennis, Debbie, Tommy, and Michael, who she worked hard to ensure grew...

Deanne M. Gebhard

Deanne M. Gebhard

Dec 17, 2024

* Due to inclement weather the service has been rescheduled for Saturday, January 25, 2025.

Deanne Matheson Gebhard, age 80, a sweet soul and beloved friend to all who knew her, passed away peacefully Tuesday, December 17, 2024 in her apartment at Thrive of Augusta. She was born August 28, 1944 in Las Vegas, New Mexico to the late Julius Daniel...

Elvin E. Haynes Jr.

Elvin E. Haynes Jr.

Dec 17, 2024

EVANS, GA - Entered into rest on Tuesday, December 17, 2024, Mr. Elvin E. Haynes Jr., husband of 52 years to the late Shelia N. Haynes. 

Elvin was born in Rhine, GA and grew up in Macon, GA. He retired as manager with the Federal Aviation Administration at Macon Airport. He was a member of Warren Baptist Church and the Koinonia...

Song Pok McCaffrey

Song Pok McCaffrey

Dec 14, 2024

Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Saturday, December 14, 2024, Mrs. Song Pok McCaffrey, 83, loving wife of the late John P. McCaffrey. 

Family members include her son: Chi McCaffrey and his previous spouse, Vilma; daughter: Petty Raymond (Joe); grandchildren: Arlene McCaffrey, Shawn McCaffrey, Sarah McCaffrey, Philip Revis, Brooke Raymond, and Connor Raymond; and great grandchild: Brighton McCaffrey. 

 A graveside service...

Judy Exline

Judy Exline

Dec 14, 2024

Judith “Judy” Pedrick Exline of Augusta, age 82, entered into rest Saturday, December 14, 2024 at her residence surrounded by her family. 

She is preceded in death by her parents, John (Jac) and Lillie Pearl Pedrick; daughter, Carla Kathleen Giddens and grandson, Casey Seth Williams, and her significant other of 20 years, Julian O’Quinn. 

Judy is survived by her daughters, Christine Rollins...

Melvin B. Roberts, Sr.

Melvin B. Roberts, Sr.

Dec 13, 2024

Mr. Melvin Baxley Roberts, Sr. entered into rest on Friday, December 13, 2024. 

Melvin was born in Lincoln County, Georgia on September 18, 1932 to Stiner Baxley Roberts and Hazel Storey Roberts. Melvin served in the U.S. Navy before graduating from the University of Georgia where he received a degree in Engineering. He retired after a long career at Georgia Power.

Melvin...

Henry Taylor

Henry Taylor

Dec 12, 2024

Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Thursday, December 12, 2024, Henry R. Taylor, with his family by his side.

Henry was born in Fort Gordon, GA. He made his career as a public safety officer and retired in 2012. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and spending time with his loyal K-9 companion, Rowdy. 

Henry is survived by his sisters, Joyce Hammett (Bruce)...

Colonel John Charles Winkler

Colonel John Charles Winkler

Dec 11, 2024

Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, John Charles Winkler, 84. Family members include his daughter, Jill Dromsky and husband Dr. Joe Dromsky of Augusta, GA; and daughter-in-law, Tina Winkler of Fredericksburg, VA. His grandchildren and great-grandchildren; brother: Jerry Winkler of Parsons, Kansas, sisters: Julie Sprott of Santa Fe, New Mexico and Joyce Hamlin of Austin,...