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Dr. Herbert Dean Smith

Dr. Herbert Dean Smith

Aug 6, 2019

Dr. Herbert (Herb) D. Smith passed away August 6, 2019 at his home in Evans, Ga. He was 84 years old. Herb was born February 17, 1935 in Pembroke, Ga. He was the son of Emory P. Smith, Sr. and Flaudie Williams Smith. He was the youngest of six children. Herb received a Medical Degree in Psychiatry from the Medical...

Mr. Graham H. Clarke

Mr. Graham H. Clarke

Aug 5, 2019

Augusta, GA – Entered into rest Monday, August 5, 2019, Graham Herbert Clarke, 90, husband of Bobbie Arrington Clarke for 53 years. Graham retired from CSX as a Locomotive Engineer and was a long time member of New Hope Worship Center. Family members in addition to his wife include son: Brian G. Clarke and many nieces and nephews. Mr. Clarke...

Ivey Clark "Sonny" Mock Jr.

Ivey Clark "Sonny" Mock Jr.

Aug 4, 2019

Clark “Sonny” Mock Evans, GA – Entered into rest Sunday, August 4, 2019, Ivey Clark Mock, Jr., 80, loving husband of 25 years to Judy Hadden Mock. A native of Augusta, Mr. Mock was a graduate of the Academy of Richmond County. After high school, he attended the University of Georgia where he earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in...

Daniel Hoover Harkness, Jr.

Daniel Hoover Harkness, Jr.

Aug 3, 2019

Daniel Hoover Harkness, Jr. July 16, 1935 – August 3, 2019 Daniel Hoover Harkness, Jr., 84, beloved husband of Katherine Templeton Harkness, died peacefully at home in Augusta, Georgia on August 3, 2019. In addition to his wife, Dan is survived by son Daniel Hoover Harkness III, daughter-in-law Courtney Begina Harkness, and precious grandchildren Jackson Daniel Harkness and Katherine Alida...

LTC Gary Lawhead

LTC Gary Lawhead

Aug 3, 2019

LTC Gary Lawhead Augusta, GA. Entered into rest Saturday, August 3rd at 4:45 A.M. at his residence, LTC Gary Wagner Lawhead, U.S. Army (Ret), loving husband to Bobbie Wood Lawhead. His life revolved around his family and in addition to his wife he is survived by three daughters; Amanda Ruth Baggott (Kirk), Katherine Lee Lawhead and Ansley Wagner Williams (David)....

Nellie DeRaymond Truchsess

Nellie DeRaymond Truchsess

Aug 3, 2019

Martinez, GA – Nellie DeRaymond Truchsess, 99, went home to be with the Lord on August 3, 2019, in her home in Martinez, GA. Nellie, a native of Easton, PA, was born on April 26, 1920. Nellie was a graduate of Churchman Business College in Easton, PA. Over the years, she was employed by the Morning Free Press, Easton, PA,...

Johnny Hughes

Johnny Hughes

Aug 1, 2019

North Augusta, SC –Entered into rest Thursday, August 1, 2019, Mr. Johnny A. Hughes, age 44. Family members include: sons: Logan McLin Hughes and Clark Allen Hughes; his mother: Sybil Graham (Michael); sister: Shondell Dahm (Steve); nieces: Scarlett and Lucy Dahm, and Kristen Markwat (Eric) . He is preceded in death by his father, Jerry Hughes. Johnny was a graduate...

Kathleen Smith Wallace

Kathleen Smith Wallace

Jul 31, 2019

Kathleen Smith Wallace, 85, died on Wednesday, July 31, 2019. She was the wife of the late Shelby Lee Wallace Jr. Kathleen was born in Claxton but lived most of her life in Augusta. She was an active member of Lutheran Church of the Resurrection. Kathleen was a devoted mother and will be deeply missed by her family and friends....

Kimberly A. Gauldin

Kimberly A. Gauldin

Jul 29, 2019

KIMBERLY GAULDIN Appling, Ga - Kimberly A. Gauldin, 57, entered peacefully into rest on Monday, July 29, 2019 at her home. She was loved dearly and will be missed by every life she touched. Kim was a native and lifelong resident of Augusta. She was a proud Evans Knight, graduating in 1979. And she subsequently earned an accounting degree from...

Jeannie Elizabeth Holland

Jeannie Elizabeth Holland

Jul 28, 2019

Augusta, GA – Entered into rest Sunday, July 28, 2019, Jeannie Elizabeth Zeitz Holland, 72, loving wife of Richard Wayne Holland. Jeannie was born in New York to the late Lester J. and Sara P. Zeitz. She graduated from LBC High School in 1965. Jeannie was the Office Manager for Brush & Company for many years prior to her retirement...

Coulter Hnatt

Coulter Hnatt

Jul 26, 2019

Coulter Michael Hnatt was an 11-year-old battle-hardened warrior who remained faithful in his walk with Christ at an early age. At the age of 4, Coulter was diagnosed with a form of brain cancer called anaplastic ependymoma. This type of cancer often spreads to the spine and is currently limited in treatment options. Over the course of 7 years, Coulter...

Alvin Gary Eller

Alvin Gary Eller

Jul 25, 2019

GARY ELLER Martinez, GA –Alvin Gary Eller, 63, passed away on July 25 at University Hospital, Augusta. He was the husband of Cynthia Perdue Eller. They shared 36 years of marriage together. Born in Elberton, GA, he was the son of the late Audrey Gibby and Alvin Bennett Eller. He attended Thomson High School and graduated from Shorter College with...

James Jackson Murfey

James Jackson Murfey

Jul 25, 2019

Services in Ohio at a later date.

Anthony Drabiak

Anthony Drabiak

Jul 25, 2019

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Kerry H. Gough

Kerry H. Gough

Jul 22, 2019

Martinez, GA - Kerry Howard Gough, a longtime Augusta area resident and community leader, went to be with his Lord and Savior on July 22, 2019. He was strong in his faith with a deep love for his family, church and work. Gough was born in Vicksburg, MS, on August 23, 1935 and graduated from Carr Central High School in...

Thelma Daniels Wall

Thelma Daniels Wall

Jul 22, 2019

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Patricia Blackwell "Angie" Carter

Patricia Blackwell "Angie" Carter

Jul 21, 2019

ANGIE CARTER Augusta, GA – Entered into rest Sunday, July 21, 2019, Patricia Blackwell “Angie” Carter 80, loving wife of A. Lee Carter, PhD. Mrs. Carter was a devoted and loving wife, mother and grandmother. She worked as a medical transcriptionist. Mrs. Carter had a servant’s heart and volunteered for several Christian organizations, including Broad Street Ministry Center and TV...

Madonna Sharpe

Madonna Sharpe

Jul 20, 2019

Madonna Sharpe Grovetown, GA – Madonna Sharpe, 65, entered into rest Saturday, July 20, 2019. She was employed at Bobby’s BBQ for 23 years. Family members include her aunts: Ruby Johnston and Eloise Cooper; and uncle: Tommy Hixon. She is preceded in death by her son, Steven Sharpe, and ex-husband who was her best friend, Steve Sharpe. The family will...

Larry Lord

Larry Lord

Jul 19, 2019

Larry Lord Augusta, GA – Mr. Larry W. Lord entered into rest Friday, July 19, 2019 at his son’s residence. Mr. Lord retired as a Lieutenant with the Augusta Fire Department after suffering a serious injury in a structure fire while serving and protecting the community. He is preceded in death by his parents, C.T. and Ellen Lord, and brothers,...

Gregory Lee Doss

Gregory Lee Doss

Jul 18, 2019

GREG DOSS Augusta, GA – Gregory Lee Doss, 54, entered into rest Thursday, July 18, 2019. Greg was a very talented artist who enjoyed airbrushing as a hobby. He loved NASCAR and watching Chef Bobby Flay on the Food Network. Greg was very stoic and never complained about his illness. He will be deeply missed by his family and friends....