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

R. Mike Malone

R. Mike Malone

Oct 9, 2018

Russell Michael Malone Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Tuesday, October 9, 2018 at Doctors Hospital, Mr. Russell M. “Mike” Malone, age 69. He was a native and lifelong resident of Augusta and a graduate of the Academy of Richmond County. In addition to being an avid Georgia Bulldog supporter, Mike was a veteran of both the U.S. Army...

Angelita Gonzales Hall

Angelita Gonzales Hall

Oct 8, 2018

Angelita Gonzales Hall Augusta, GA – Entered into rest Monday, October 8, 2018, Angelita Gonzales Hall, 78. Mrs. Hall was born in Manila, Philippines December 28th, 1939. Named Miss Art and Science at her alma mater Feati University, she delighted in being a fashionable trendsetter. She was an adventurous world traveler who also lived in Vietnam and England before arriving...

Raymond Giles

Raymond Giles

Oct 6, 2018

Raymond Giles Augusta, GA – Mr. Raymond Cedric Giles, Jr., 71, entered into rest Saturday, October 6, 2018. Mr. Giles was an avid outdoorsman, hunter, and fisherman. He loved his family and friends and will be missed by many. Family members include his daughters: Murray A. Giles and Elizabeth Giles (Jason Thomas); son: David L. Giles (Diann); grandchildren: Caleb Gay,...

Jason "Baby" Q. Laney

Jason "Baby" Q. Laney

Oct 6, 2018

Evans, Ga - Jason Quinton Laney, 40, entered into rest October 6, 2018. Jason was a native of Dekalb County, GA but grew up in Evans, GA. Baby was a loving and devoted husband, father, son, brother and friend. He was a small business owner and entrepreneur. Baby enjoyed spending time with his family, boating, grilling, golfing and Clemson football....

Frances Adams Crowell

Frances Adams Crowell

Oct 3, 2018

Frances Adams Crowell Martinez, Ga. - Frances Adams Crowell went to be with her Lord on October 3, 2018. Frances was born on December 7th, 1940, in Augusta, Georgia. A graduate of the Academy of Richmond County, Frances had a lifelong career in banking which she began at the C&S Bank and continued at First Federal Savings and Loan, Banker’s...

Vincent Choi-Yoosang Kato

Vincent Choi-Yoosang Kato

Oct 3, 2018

Vincent Choi-Yoosang Kato Martinez, GA – Entered into rest Wednesday, October 3, 2018, Vincent Choi-Yoosang Kato, 12, loving son of Sung and Un Hui Kato. Vincent was born in Fort Bragg, NC and was residing in Martinez. He was a student at Stallings Island Middle School. Family members, in addition to his parents, include his sister: Evelyn Kato; brother: Victor...

Edwin Wayne Storey

Edwin Wayne Storey

Oct 3, 2018

Edwin Wayne Storey Augusta, GA – Entered into rest Wednesday, October 3, 2018, Mr. Edwin Wayne Storey, 84, beloved husband of the late: Jacqueline “Jackie” Graves Storey and preceded in death by his son, Edwin Clay Storey. Family members include his children: Mark Allen Storey (Doris), Stacey Storey Bentley (Ricky), and Amy Storey Hunt (Kevin); grandchildren: Josh Storey (April), Amelia...

Robert Thomas Cutting

Robert Thomas Cutting

Oct 1, 2018

Brigadier General Robert Thomas Cutting, MD. General Cutting died peacefully at home surrounded by his family Monday, October 1, 2018. He was born on October 28, 1929 in Winchendon, MA, to Leon and Albina (Duquette) Cutting. He graduated from the College of the Holy Cross in 1951; Boston University School of Medicine in 1955; and Harvard School of Public Health...

Melvin W. Westbrook

Melvin W. Westbrook

Sep 29, 2018

Melvin W. Westbrook North Augusta, SC – Entered into rest Saturday, September 29, 2018, Mr. Melvin Warren Westbrook, 93, loving husband of Rebecca Westbrook. Mr. Westbrook served in the United States Navy and Naval Reserves and retired from Monsanto Chemicals after 20 years. He enjoyed model airplanes, fishing, and spending time at the lake. Family members, in addition to his...

Richard C. King

Richard C. King

Sep 28, 2018

Richard C. King Martinez, GA – Richard C King, 87, of Martinez entered into rest on Friday, September 28, 2018, at his residence after a brief illness. Funeral services will be held on Monday, October 1, 2018 at 11:00 A.M. in the chapel at Bellevue Memorial Gardens with Rev. Tom Kalliokoski officiating. Entombment will follow in the mausoleum. A native...

Christopher Ware Bowman

Christopher Ware Bowman

Sep 28, 2018

Christopher Ware Bowman was born on September 12, 2018. He was born into a family and fellowship who have loved him immeasurably. His parents, Vance and Nan, named him after a person who played a special role in his life, serves others faithfully with a spirit of hope, and shows care and love to those around her. His paternal grandparents...

Chandler Blake Edge Johnson

Chandler Blake Edge Johnson

Sep 27, 2018

Chandler Blake Edge Johnson Augusta, GA – Entered into rest Thursday, September 27, 2018, Chandler Blake Edge Johnson, 22. Chandler was born in Augusta and attended Richmond County schools. Chandler was passionate about and appreciated all types of music. He also enjoyed gaming, fishing and playing golf. Known for his goofy sense of humor, Chandler naturally made people laugh and...

John Lewis Birkbeck Bentley

John Lewis Birkbeck Bentley

Sep 26, 2018

John Lewis Birkbeck Bentley Augusta, GA – John Lewis Birkbeck Bentley passed away peacefully Wednesday, September 26, 2018 at home. Mr. Bentley was born at Good Samaritan Hospital in Phoenix, AZ on January 6, 1968. He is survived by his parents: John and Kay Bentley; brother: Chris (Kristin) Bentley, Alex (Allie) Bentley and Colin Bentley; niece: Emma Bentley and nephew:...

Gerald "Jerry" W. Davis

Gerald "Jerry" W. Davis

Sep 26, 2018

MSG (Ret.) Gerald “Jerry” W. Davis, US Army Martinez, GA – Entered into the presence of his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, September 26, 2018, Mr. Gerald Wayne Davis, 78, loving husband of 48 years to Mrs. Carol Able Davis. A native of Binghamton, NY, Mr. Davis lived most of his adult life in Augusta while serving at Fort Gordon...

Richard Whitehurst

Richard Whitehurst

Sep 23, 2018

Richard Whitehurst Augusta, GA – Richard Douglas Whitehurst, 71, loving husband of Evelyn Whitehurst passed away on Sunday, September 23, 2018 with his wife and daughter by his side. Richard was a veteran of the United States Army who retired after 20 years of service in 1981. He continued to work for the Department of Defense until he retired from...

Regina Hardy

Regina Hardy

Sep 21, 2018

Regina Hardy Augusta, GA - Regina L. Hardy, 98, entered into eternal rest at her home, Friday, September 21, 2018. She was the 5th of 6 children born on March 7, 1920 in Jennerstown, Pa. The family moved to Sharon, Pa where she attended school in Hickory Township. Upon her marriage, she moved to Hickory, Pa., now known as Hermitage...

David S. Chesser

David S. Chesser

Sep 20, 2018

David S. Chesser Augusta, GA – Entered into rest Thursday, September 20, 2018, Mr. David Scott Chesser, 48, loving husband to Melissa S. Chesser. Mr. Chesser was a lifelong resident of Augusta and he attended the Academy of Richmond County. At the age of 15 he began his career as a courtesy clerk with Kroger and continued there for 33...

John Thomas Smith

John Thomas Smith

Sep 20, 2018

John Thomas Smith Augusta, GA – Mr. John Thomas Smith, 58, entered into rest Thursday, September 20, 2018. Mr. Smith was a lifelong resident of Augusta, GA and a 1978 graduate of Westside High School. He enjoyed fishing and was an avid UGA football fan. Family members include his daughter: Meaghan S. Whitledge (Jason); son: Ryan Dunaway Smith (Beth); 5...

Charles Swindol

Charles Swindol

Sep 20, 2018

Charles Swindol Augusta, GA – Entered into rest Thursday, September 20, 2018, Mr. Charles E. Swindol, 83, loving husband to Pamela Aycock Swindol. Mr. Swindol was a native of Tupelo, Mississippi. Following high school graduation Charles joined the United States Army where he proudly served in Vietnam and retired with 20 years of service. He was raised as an Ole...

Gary Temples

Gary Temples

Sep 18, 2018

Gary Vincent Temples Augusta, GA – Entered into rest Tuesday, September 18, 2018, Mr. Gary Vincent Temples, 77, loving husband of 56 years to Mrs. JoAnn Hunt Temples. Gary was born in Pennsylvania, but was a lifetime resident of Augusta. A veteran of the U.S. Navy, he retired from International Paper after 35 years. He was a self-taught investor and...