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Cy Banick
Apr 11, 2024
Augusta, GA - Mr. Cyril Joseph Banick, Jr. entered into rest on April 11, 2024, after a lengthy battle with cancer.
Cy was a native and lifelong resident of Augusta. He attended West Side High School, The University of Georgia and Augusta College, majoring in Business Management and Education. He taught math and science for many years in the Augusta area....
Jack Thomas
Apr 11, 2024
Evans, GA – Entered into rest on Thursday, April 11, 2024, Mr. Henry Jackson “Jack” Thomas, 72, husband of Mrs. Terri Elrod Thomas.
Jack was a member of Grace Baptist Church. He was self-employed as a carpenter. Jack was an avid golfer and enjoyed time spent with all of his friends at Rocky Branch golf course in Lincolnton. He was a...
Stephen M. Claya, Jr.
Apr 9, 2024
Augusta, GA - On Tuesday, April 9th, 2024, Stephen Michael Claya Jr., age 11, son of Stephen Michael Claya Sr. and Corieene Stevens, passed into heaven, freed of his earthly pain, to be with his Lord Jesus for all time and eternity. He is survived by: Grandparents John C. and Mary Claya of Locust Grove, VA; Godparents, Uncle John J....
Marie Antoinette "Toni" Van Alstine
Apr 8, 2024
Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Monday, April 8, 2024, surrounded by family. Toni Marie Van Alstine, 82, was a loving wife of 61 years to William Lee “Bill” Van Alstine. Toni, a second-generation Italian-American, was born in Wheatland, WY to Mike and Ida Caligiore. She grew up in Hartville, WY, graduating from Sunrise High School. Her childhood respite was...
Robert W. Moak
Apr 7, 2024
Augusta, GA – Robert William Moak, beloved husband of Nancy, entered into eternal rest on Sunday, April 7th, 2024, surrounded by his wife and children. Bob was 79 years old.
Bob was a native of West Point, MS. Bob was born to Anna Ruth Helms Moak and Johnny Moak on November 21st, 1944. He was a graduate of West Point High...
Douglas D. Batchelor, Jr.
Apr 7, 2024
Evans, GA – Douglas deVane Batchelor, Jr. passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Sunday, April 7, 2024. Mr. Batchelor was born on January 4, 1945 in Boston, MA to the late Douglas deVane Batchelor, Sr. and Lucy Bush Batchelor. He was a loving and devoted husband for 52 years to the late Julia “Julie” Harper Blanchard...
Linda M. Wilson
Apr 6, 2024
Evans, GA – Entered into rest Saturday, April 6, 2024, Linda Mildred Wilson, 73, loving wife of Tom Wilson.
Linda had a giving nature with a heart of gold. Her family always came first, and being the best Mom she could be, was something Linda was passionate about. Married to Tom for nearly 43 years brought a fulfilling and significant chapter...
Herbert Briggs
Apr 6, 2024
Evans, GA – Entered into rest on Saturday, April 6, 2024, Herbert Briggs, 66, loving husband and best friend to Mary Ruth Briggs.
Herbert was born in Moscow, Tennessee. He served in the United States Army for over 20 years. After retiring he worked as a military instructor at Fort Gordon. Herbert enjoyed his family, fishing, music and playing the guitar....
Louise Bennett
Apr 5, 2024
Mary Louise “Louise” Hawkins Bennett, 79, entered into rest on Friday, April 5, 2024. Louise was born in Sandersville, Georgia but grew up in Augusta, Georgia.
She graduated from The Academy of Richmond County, Class of 1963. She enjoyed performing in musicals and theater while there. She was an excellent pianist and spent many years playing for and directing the children’s...
Bobbie Sue Kelley
Apr 4, 2024
Evans, GA – Entered into the arms of Jesus on Thursday, April 4, 2024, Bobbie Sue Kelley, 91, wife of 60 years to the late William E. “Ed” Kelley.
Mrs. Kelley was born in Belk, Alabama and after traveling the world with her husband as a military spouse, she settled in Evans, GA. Bobbie was an active member of Warren Baptist...
Herbert C. Lorick, III
Apr 4, 2024
Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Thursday, April 4, 2024, Herbert C. Lorick, III, 84, loving husband of Linda L. Lorick.
Herbert was a native of Augusta, GA. He was a graduate of the Academy of Richmond County and Georgia Southern College. He retired as President of the Leasing Department at Georgia Railroad Bank. After retirement, Herbert worked part-time at...
Terry Wayne LaPoint
Apr 3, 2024
Terry LaPoint, a dedicated servant to his country and a beloved patriarch, passed away on April 3, 2024, at the age of 78. Born on March 3, 1946, in Lacrosse, Wisconsin, Terry was the epitome of courage, honor, and dedication throughout his remarkable life. Terry served his nation with distinction for an incredible 30 years in the United States Navy,...
Fr. Mike Ingram
Apr 2, 2024
Entered into rest on Tuesday, April 2, 2024, Father Walter Young “Mike” Ingram, IV, 69.
Fr. Mike Ingram was a native of Augusta, Georgia. He graduated from St. Mary on the Hill Catholic School and Aquinas High School. He earned a B.S. Degree in Public Administration from Georgia Southern College in 1976. After a six-year stint of local government administration in...
Alice Morris Breithaupt
Apr 2, 2024
Entered into rest on Tuesday, April 2, 2024, Mrs. Alice Morris Breithaupt, 87.
Alice was a lifelong native of Augusta, Georgia. She worked as an insurance specialist at University Hospital for 20 years. Alice was a member of West Acres Baptist Church. She loved her church and loved attending church. Alice enjoyed cooking. She was a loving and devoted mother, grandmother...
Susan Kennedy Childers
Apr 2, 2024
Augusta, GA – Mrs. Susan Kennedy Childers,72, surrounded by her family went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, April 2, 2024. She was the loving wife of 53 years to Mr. Gene D. Childers, Sr.
Susan was born in Augusta, Georgia. She graduated from Butler High School and Augusta Technical College. Susan was the former owner of Augusta Collection Agency....
Danny Ray Renew
Apr 1, 2024
Augusta, GA – Danny Ray Renew entered into rest on Monday, April 1, 2024 atthe age of 76.Danny attended the Academy of Richmond County. He spent decades workingworking with his hands as a member of the Carpenters Local Union 283 and as aMaster Mason. He was a loyal University of Georgia football fan, an avid golfer,fisherman, and hunter, a true...
Odilla Ruiz
Apr 1, 2024
Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Monday, April 1, 2024, Mrs. Odilla Rosalina Ruiz, 78, loving wife of Ricardo Ruiz, Jr.
Odilla was born in a small northern Italian town called Talmassons in 1945. After moving to Germany, she met the love of her life, Ricardo, whom she was married to for 55 years. She was an amazing wife, mother,...
Joey Barksdale
Mar 31, 2024
Augusta, GA – On Sunday, March 31, 2024, Joseph “Joey” Robert Barksdale, Sr., passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family. His departure on Easter Sunday seems fitting, as he went to be with the Lord.
Joey was a proud native of Augusta, Georgia who was employed by Lift One as a Material Handling Consultant and Account Manager. He...
Maree Howell Thrash
Mar 30, 2024
Augusta, GA – Maree Howell Thrash entered into rest on March 30,2024. Leaving behind her beloved husband Jim Thrash after 51 years of marriage. (This was known as the perfect marriage) In 1950, Maree was born to the late John Gross Howell and Betty Perryman Howell in Atlanta, GA. She grew up in Thomson GA. and graduated from Thomson High...
Yvonne Hoyal Hollingsworth
Mar 26, 2024
Mrs. Yvonne Hoyal Hollingsworth, beloved wife of the late Mr. William Edwin Hollingsworth, Jr., passed away on March 26, 2024, at the age of 87.
Yvonne was born on January 22, 1937, in Thomaston, Georgia to the late Mr. and Mrs. Henry Oliphant Hoyal (Avalene Crews). She grew up in Macon, Georgia, graduated from Lanier High School, and attended Mercer University...
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