Obituaries

Recent Obituaries

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

Frank Hoover

Frank Hoover

Oct 11, 2025

Franklin “Frank” George Hoover, 92, peacefully entered into eternal rest on Saturday, October 11th, 2025, at his home, surrounded by family. Frank Hoover was the beloved husband of Patricia Jean Hoover, together for over 50 years.

Born in Milton, Pennsylvania, Frank proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps. Following his military service, he built a long and respected...

Phyllis Ann Green

Phyllis Ann Green

Oct 10, 2025

Mrs. Phyllis Ann Green, age 86, of Evans, Georgia, passed away Friday, October 10, 2025. She was the loving wife of the late Donald Green, who passed away on April 19, 2025.

A native of Marion, Illinois, where she graduated from Marion High School. Phyllis had lived in the Augusta, Georgia, area for many years. She was a loving and devoted...

Frances M. Ferrara

Frances M. Ferrara

Oct 9, 2025

Evans, GA – With deep sadness and loss, the family of Frances M. Ferrara, age 95, announces her passing and homecoming on October 9th, 2025, in Evans, GA. She was married to the love of her life, the late Anthony J. Ferrara Jr. for 71 years before he passed in 2021. She lived the last 18 months at Thrive Assisted...

Glenn Mankin

Glenn Mankin

Oct 9, 2025

Raymond Glenn Mankin, known to most as Glenn, passed away peacefully on October 9, 2025, at the age of 88 in Augusta, Georgia. Glenn was born in East Palestine, Ohio on February 12, 1937, to Raymond Lott and Theresa Marie Mankin. He married his high school sweetheart, Janice Rae Wilhelm, in East Palestine on June 16, 1956. He graduated from...

Judy Whitworth Groves

Judy Whitworth Groves

Oct 4, 2025

Judy Whitworth Groves, 83, entered into rest on Saturday, October 4, 2025. She was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. Married for nearly sixty years, Judy cherished her family and leaves behind a legacy of service, integrity, and unconditional love. She met life’s challenges with faith, humor, and grace.

A native of Columbus, Georgia, Judy graduated from Auburn University. She met...

Barbara Dockery Young

Barbara Dockery Young

Oct 4, 2025

Lincolnton, GA – Barbara Dockery Young, 67, entered into rest Saturday, October 4, 2025.

Barbara was born and raised in Coffee County, GA. She attended Georgia Southern College, where she earned a master’s degree in Recreational Therapy. She worked at Grace Wood State School and Hospital. She later received an additional master’s degree in special education from Augusta College. She played...

Barbara "Bobbie" Hamilton Jenkins

Barbara "Bobbie" Hamilton Jenkins

Oct 3, 2025

Barbara "Bobbie" Hamilton Jenkins, 81, wife of the late Warren “Wink” Frank Jenkins, Jr., entered into rest on Friday, October 3, 2025 peacefully surrounded by her family.

A native and lifelong resident of Augusta, Bobbie was the daughter of the late Emma Ilderton and Hugh Lamar Hamilton, Sr., who was known for being elected the city’s youngest mayor. She worked in...

Richard Murphy

Richard Murphy

Oct 1, 2025

Augusta, GA – Rich Murphy, devoted husband to Allison Leonard Murphy, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, after facing a long and courageous battle with heart disease.

Rich lived life with a deep love for his family. He had a passion for cars, music, fine watches, and cherished every moment spent traveling to Folly Beach with “his girls.”

He is...

Col. (Ret.) Robert Henri LaFrance, PhD

Col. (Ret.) Robert Henri LaFrance, PhD

Sep 29, 2025

Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Monday, September 29, 2025, Col. Robert H. LaFrance, 81, husband of Jan LaFrance.

Bob LaFrance served over 23 years in the US Army with two tours of duty in Vietnam where he received the Bronze Star and a notable Citation from the Vietnamese government for his coordination and actions related to the mutual assistance...

Sara Gordon Bryan Williams

Sara Gordon Bryan Williams

Sep 28, 2025

Sara Gordon Bryan Williams

“Sally”

March 6, 1939 - September 28, 2025

Sally Williams passed away September 28, 2025, at age 86. Sally was born March 6, 1939, to James Edward Bryan, junior and Sarah Gordon Bryan in Conway, South Carolina. She was raised in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, graduated from Myrtle Beach High School and attended the University of South Carolina where...

Col. (Ret.) Quin Herlik

Col. (Ret.) Quin Herlik

Sep 28, 2025

COL (Ret) Querin “Quin” E. Herlik, Entered into rest Sunday, September 28, 2025, husband of Mrs. Patricia Herlik. COL Herlik was born in 1932 in Green Bay, Wisconsin and received his Bachelor Degree in Economics from St. Norbert College in 1955 and Masters Degree in Business Management from Central Michigan University. He was an outstanding athlete who captained his High...

William "Donald" McCarty

William "Donald" McCarty

Sep 27, 2025

William McDonald “Donald” McCarty peacefully passed on September 27, 2025.

Donald was born January 15, 1948 to Dorothy Gore McCarty and William McDonald McCarty in Augusta Georgia. Donald was a lifelong resident of Richmond County.

He was a veteran of the United States Navy. He worked many years at the Nutrasweet Company and then ran a successful business, AAA Hauling, where he...

Christopher Lee Martin

Christopher Lee Martin

Sep 25, 2025

Evans, GA – Entered into rest on Thursday, September 25, 2025, Christopher Lee Martin, 69, husband of Lisa Martin.

Chris was kind with a great sense of humor and will be greatly missed by those who knew him. He was a lover of all animals and adopted many of them. Chris loved the outdoors, hiking and travelling. He also enjoyed just...

Myrtle Louise Warren

Myrtle Louise Warren

Sep 23, 2025

Myrtle Louise Warren, 89 years young, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 23, 2025.

Myrtle was originally raised in Derby, NC until moving to Augusta in 1964 where she was a resident for 30 years before moving to Martinez, Georgia. She was a loving mother and wife. Myrtle had a 31-year career at Gracewood State Hospital which she loved. She was...

Andrew John Hutchins

Andrew John Hutchins

Sep 23, 2025

Andrew John Hutchins of Martinez, GA passed away peacefully on September 23, 2025. Andrew was born in Greenfield, Massachusetts. After graduating high school in Middlebury, Vermont he enlisted in the US Army, retiring in 1988. During his military travels he met his wife, Okcha and they were married for 50 years.

Andrew was an avid gardener. His days were spent in...

G Bryan Simkins

G Bryan Simkins

Sep 22, 2025

Augusta, GA - George Bryan Simkins, 89, husband of Sally Lofton Simkins, entered into rest at his home in Augusta in the early morning of Monday, September 22, 2025. Born in 1936 to Sarah Bryan Simkins and Leroy Hampton Simkins of Beech Island, S.C., Bryan began his elementary education at Downer Institute in Beech Island and was a 1954 graduate...

Joseph "Joey" "Bam" Nevils

Joseph "Joey" "Bam" Nevils

Sep 21, 2025

Augusta, GA – Joseph Ronald Nevils, Sr., affectionately known as “Joey” or “Bam,” 48, entered into rest on September 21, 2025.

A memorial service will be held at 6:00 PM on Friday, September 26, 2025, in the chapel of Thomas Poteet and Son with Rev. Taylor Tom officiating. The family will receive friends following the service until 8:30 PM. A livestream...

Lillian Isler Smith

Lillian Isler Smith

Sep 21, 2025

Mrs. Lillian Isler Smith, 97, beloved wife of the late Frederick H. Smith, entered into rest on September 21, 2025.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, September 24, 2025 in the chapel of Thomas Poteet and Son with the Rev. Phillip A. Winsett officiating. Interment will be private. The family will receive friends one hour prior to...

Ruby Wetmore

Ruby Wetmore

Sep 21, 2025



Ruby Elisha Wetmore, 97, loving wife of the late Kenneth Wetmore, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Sunday, September 21, 2025.

Ruby was born in Honea Path, South Carolina to the late Joseph and Eva McClellan. She worked at King Mill and retired from Dymo. She was a member of New Life Church. She enjoyed...

Charles Rainsford Marks, Sr.

Charles Rainsford Marks, Sr.

Sep 20, 2025

Augusta, GA - Charles Rainsford Marks passed away peacefully, the morning of September 20, 2025. He was born in Augusta on February 9, 1944, the son of the late Henry Mortimer Marks, Jr. and Virginia Clark Marks. He is survived by his beloved wife, Janet Sapp Marks, son, Henry Eve Marks and granddaughter, Celia Eve Marks. He was preceded in...