Obituaries
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Local Obituaries for Augusta, GA, Richmond County & Surrounding Areas
Troy Michael Smith
Sep 22, 2014
Troy Michael Smith Evans, GA – Troy Michael Smith entered into rest Monday, September 22, 2014. Troy was born in Kalamazoo, Michigan on July 1, 1964 and moved to Evans in 1978. Troy graduated from Evans High School in 1982. He was a self-employed flooring contractor for 30 years. Troy was an avid sportsman and loved spending time in the...
Harold Glenn Fryman
Sep 22, 2014
Harold Glenn Fryman Augusta, GA – Entered into rest Monday, September 22, 2014, Mr. Harold Glenn Fryman, 75, loving husband to the late Mrs. Janice Hatton Fryman. Mr. Fryman was a native of Kentucky but was living in Martinez. He retired after 20 years of service in the United States Army. Mr. Fryman was an auto mechanic for more than...
Courtenay Williamson
Sep 21, 2014
Courtenay Williamson Augusta, GA – Courtenay M. Williamson, 57, died Sunday, September 21, 2014 at Trinity Hospital. A native Augustan, she was preceded in death by her parents, J. North Williamson, Sr. and Mildred Wilson, and her grandparents Charles J. Williamson, Sr. and Maude Stovall Williamson. Courtenay was a devoted healthcare professional; starting as a respiratory therapist, teaching EMT school,...
Shelley Dorrell
Sep 20, 2014
Shelley Dorrell Augusta, GA – Ms. Shelley Dorrell, 46, entered into rest Saturday, September 20, 2014. Ms. Dorrell was a paramedic with Lincoln County EMT and was very good at her job. She lived in the fast lane, had an adventurous spirit, and was an adrenaline junkie. She loved animals, people, and enjoyed traveling. She never met a stranger. Family...
Virginia Tack
Sep 18, 2014
Virginia Tack Augusta, GA – Mrs. Virginia Louise Tack, beloved wife of the late Robert (Bob) Tack, went home to be with the Lord, Thursday, September 18, 2014. Mrs. Tack was preceded in death by her parents, her sister, and her brother. She will be greatly missed by her daughters: Suzanne Staffieri and Marcia Hardy and her son Richard W....
Gladys Dise
Sep 17, 2014
Gladys Dise Augusta, GA – Mrs. Gladys V. Dise, 94, loving wife to the late Homer “Red” Dise entered into rest at her home Wednesday, September 17, 2014 surrounded by her loving family. Mrs. Dise was a former realtor and a member of the Order of the Eastern Star. She was a Director at the Florida Council on Aging. She...
Cindy J. Crawford
Sep 16, 2014
Cindy J. Crawford Martinez, Ga – Entered into rest Tuesday, September 16, 2014, Mrs. Cindy Johnson Crawford, 54, wife of 33 years to Rick Crawford. Cindy was a native of Bath, SC and lived in Martinez most of her life. Her life progressed normally until Cindy was diagnosed in 1989 with adrenal cancer and was given 5 years to live....
George Fromm
Sep 16, 2014
George Fromm Augusta, GA - George R. Fromm, age 89, passed away on September 16th, 2014, surrounded by family. He is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Mary; three children: Nicki Rimmer; Rick Fromm and wife Sarah; Georgia Perrotta and husband Mark; six grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren; sister: Patricia Meyer; brothers: Donald Fromm, Robert Fromm; Mr. Fromm was...
Harroll R. Fortenberry
Sep 15, 2014
Harroll R. Fortenberry Augusta, GA – Entered into rest Monday, September 15, 2014, Harroll R. Fortenberry, 81, husband of Eleanor Wolbert Fortenberry of Augusta. Mr. Fortenberry was a member of Warren Baptist Church. He served 23 years in the United States Navy as a Chief Petty Officer and retired from the Corp of Engineers. Family members in addition to his...
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
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.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...