Obituaries

Recent Obituaries

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

Billy E. Newman, Sr.

Billy E. Newman, Sr.

Sep 15, 2014

Billy E. Newman, Sr. Augusta, GA – Entered into rest Monday, September 15, 2014, Mr. Billy Eugene Newman, Sr., 77, loving husband to the late Judith L. Newman. Mr. Newman retired from Owens Corning Fiberglass after 35 years. He often went by the nickname “Uncle Billy” and he loved to sing karaoke. Family members include his son: Billy Newman, Jr....

Daniel Keough

Daniel Keough

Sep 15, 2014

Daniel Keough Augusta, GA – Entered into rest Monday, September 15, 2014, Mr. Daniel Joseph Keough, 61, husband to Bonnie L. Keough. Mr. Keough was a native of Long Beach, CA and has lived in Augusta since 1986. He owned and operated Bathcrest of Augusta. He was a devout Catholic and a member of St. Teresa of Avila Catholic Church....

Braxton S. Harrison, Sr.

Braxton S. Harrison, Sr.

Sep 12, 2014

Mr. Braxton S. Harrison, Sr. Augusta, GA – Mr. Braxton Seaborn Harrison, Sr. 95, entered into rest on September 12, 2014. Braxton was a good Christian man, private, humble, and reserved. He was very intelligent with a strong work ethic. Braxton was a wonderful and loving son, husband, father, and grandfather who always put his family before himself. He enjoyed...

Eladio DeLeon-Torres

Eladio DeLeon-Torres

Sep 10, 2014

Eladio DeLeon-Torres Augusta, GA – Entered into rest Wednesday, September 10, 2014, Mr. Eladio DeLeon-Torres, 87, loving husband of 65 years to the late Celinda DeLeon. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Thomas Poteet & Son Funeral Directors, 214 Davis Rd., Augusta, GA 30907 (706) 364-8484. Please sign the guestbook at www.thomaspoteet.com

Jane Conner McLeod

Jane Conner McLeod

Sep 10, 2014

Jane Conner McLeod Augusta, GA – Entered into rest Wednesday, September 10, 2014, Mrs. Jane Conner McLeod, 76, loving wife of 14 years to Gary McLeod. Mrs. McLeod was a graduate of the University of Georgia. She is preceded in death by her twin sister, Judy Brown, and by her parents, Johnny C. Conner and Willie Mae Conner. A graveside...

Becky Brewer

Becky Brewer

Sep 10, 2014

Becky Brewer Augusta, GA – Entered into rest Wednesday, September 10, 2014, Rebecca Stewart Brewer, 84, wife of the late Bobby Forrest Brewer. Mrs. Brewer was an active member of St. Luke United Methodist Church until her illness. Her walk with God was truly an inspiration to her family and loved ones. Those who knew her best will always treasure...

Janie Richards Maddox

Janie Richards Maddox

Sep 8, 2014

Janie Richards Maddox Augusta, GA – Entered into eternal rest Monday, September 8, 2014, Janie Richards Maddox, 90, wife of the late Roy D. Maddox. Mrs. Maddox was a member of Pierce Memorial United Methodist Church. She worked as a nursing assistant at Fort Gordon Pediatric Clinic for 25 years. Mrs. Maddox retired to devote her energy to her children...

David G. Edmiston

David G. Edmiston

Sep 6, 2014

David G. Edmiston Grovetown, GA – Entered into rest Saturday, September 6, 2014 at his home, David G. Edmiston, 77, loving husband of 57 years to the late Beverly Moone Edmiston. Mr. Edmiston was a native of Altoona but grew up in State College, PA. He joined the United States Air Force where he retired after 22 years as a...

Arthur F. Maier

Arthur F. Maier

Sep 6, 2014

Arthur F. Maier Augusta, GA – Entered into rest Saturday, September 6, 2014, Arthur F. Maier, 94, loving husband of 67 years to the late Etholene B. Maier. Arthur was born in Chicago, Illinois, November 10, 1919, to Francis S. and Elsa (Becker) Maier who were recent German immigrants through Ellis Island. Mr. Maier served in the United States Army...

Col. Doris Sue Frazier

Col. Doris Sue Frazier

Sep 5, 2014

Col. Doris Sue Frazier Evans, GA- On Friday, September 5, 2014 Col. Doris Sue Frazier surrendered to Alzheimer’s disease, which she had been battling for nearly a decade at the Arbor, Brandon Wilde, Evans, GA. This marked the end of a long and rewarding life and career dedicated to service in honor of her country, her profession and her loved...

Francis M. Ficeto

Francis M. Ficeto

Sep 4, 2014

Francis M. Ficeto Augusta, GA – Entered into rest Thursday, September 4, 2014, Francis M. Ficeto, 75, husband of Sherry Ficeto. Mr. Ficeto was a native of Brooklyn, NY but lived in Augusta, GA. He always put his wife first and was always there if anybody needed him. Mr. Ficeto loved animals and children. Family members, in addition to his...

Jacob Ryan Seebode

Jacob Ryan Seebode

Sep 3, 2014

Jacob Ryan Seebode Augusta, GA – Entered into rest Wednesday, September 3, 2014, Mr. Jacob Ryan Seebode, 35, husband to Dawn M. Jett Seebode. Mr. Seebode was born in Belgium. He was an honored and awarded employee for the Department of Defense. Jacob was a man of great integrity and compassion, dedicated to helping his fellow human kind, and committed...

Bobby Dixon

Bobby Dixon

Sep 3, 2014

Bobby Dixon Retired Kimberly Clark Augusta, GA – Went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, September 03, 2014, Mr. Bobby Harold Dixon, 78, husband of 58 years to Ruth W. Dixon. Mr. Dixon was a native of Tattnall County. He served his country for 4 years in the United States Air Force. He retired in 2007 after 18 years...

Hugh Phillips Greene, Jr

Hugh Phillips Greene, Jr

Sep 3, 2014

Hugh Phillips Greene, Jr. Augusta, GA – Entered into rest Wednesday, September 3, 2014, Hugh Phillips Greene, Jr. husband of 46 years to Jane Morris Greene. Mr. Greene was a native and lifelong resident of Augusta, GA. He graduated from Richmond Academy and the University of Georgia. After graduation he worked in the family business as manager of Greene’s Restaurant....

Ruth Norman

Ruth Norman

Sep 3, 2014

Ruth Norman Augusta, GA – Entered into rest Wednesday, September 3, 2014, Mrs. Ruth A. Norman, 95, loving wife to the late Reginald Norman. Mrs. Norman was a native of Elberton, GA but lived in Augusta for the last 64 years. She loved kids and babysat often for many. She also loved animals, flowers, and traveling. Family members include daughters:...

John L. Buckley

John L. Buckley

Aug 31, 2014

John L. Buckley Augusta, GA – Mr. John L. Buckley, 93, entered into rest on Sunday, August 31, 2014. Born and raised in Augusta, GA he was the son of John and Ella Buckley. He graduated from Mount St. Joseph Academy, Richmond Academy, and the University of Georgia. John was a member of St. Mary On-The- Hill Catholic Church. He...

V. Banks Bowling, Jr.

V. Banks Bowling, Jr.

Aug 29, 2014

V. Banks Bowling, Jr. Augusta, GA – Entered into rest Friday, August 29, 2014, Mr. V. Banks Bowling, Jr., 73, loving husband of 56 years to Lorraine Bowling. Mr. Bowling was an avid golfer and he loved sports. He was the owner of Wheel and Deal Tires. He was a loving father and grandfather. Family members in addition to his...

Ann Chalker Moseley

Ann Chalker Moseley

Aug 27, 2014

Ann Chalker Moseley Augusta, GA – Entered into rest Wednesday, August 27, 2014. Mrs. Ann Chalker Moseley, 75, wife to the late James E. Moseley. Mrs. Moseley was a native of Gibson, GA but lived most of her life in Augusta, GA. She retired as a receptionist for Dr. Hy Sussman. After her retirement she enjoyed spending time with family,...

Wadad E. "Tiny" Utley

Wadad E. "Tiny" Utley

Aug 24, 2014

Wadad E. “Tiny” Utley Augusta, GA – Entered into rest Sunday, August 24, 2014, Mrs. Wadad “Tiny” Elizabeth Utley, 65, loving wife of 40 years to Michael Utley. Mrs. Utley was born in Philadelphia but lived in Augusta for the last 44 years. She was employed with Georgia Regents University Hospital as a distribution technician. She was an avid Augusta...

Gloria Williams Browning

Gloria Williams Browning

Aug 23, 2014

Gloria Williams Browning Augusta, GA – In the fullness of time, God called home Gloria Williams Browning, 64, where she met her loving husband George L. at Heaven’s Gates on Saturday, August 23, 2014. Gloria was born in Wrens, GA, but was a lifelong resident of Augusta. She was a member of Windsor Heights Baptist Church. Gloria loved to garden,...