Obituaries

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

Karon Sue Boswell

Karon Sue Boswell

Jun 6, 2014

Karon Sue Boswell Augusta, GA – Entered into rest Friday, June 6, 2014, Karon Sue Boswell, 67. Karon taught many subjects at T.W. Josey High School until her retirement. As a teacher she not only molded young minds but she also made positive, long lasting impacts on the lives of her students. As a friend, she enriched the lives of...

Kathryn L. Morris

Kathryn L. Morris

Jun 5, 2014

Kathryn L. Morris Augusta, GA – Kathryn Langley Morris, 89, took the hand of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and entered her heavenly home on June 5, 2014. Born on October 12, 1924, she lived in Augusta all her life. For nearly 60 years she was the loving wife of Harry Jackson Morris, Sr., who preceded her in death....

Kathryn L. Morris

Kathryn L. Morris

Jun 5, 2014

Augusta, GA-Kathryn Langley Morris, 89, took the hand of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and entered her heavenly home on June 5, 2014. Born on October 12, 1924, she lived in Augusta all her life. For nearly 60 years she was the loving wife of Harry Jackson Morris, Sr., who preceded her in death. Kathryn loved her family beyond...

Elizabeth Macuch

Elizabeth Macuch

Jun 4, 2014

Elizabeth Macuch Augusta, GA - Mrs. Elizabeth (Bee) Lane Macuch passed away peacefully, in the early morning hours of Thursday, June 4, 2014. Bee was the daughter of the late Mr. William Wesley Lane and Mrs. Myrtle Lee McFarland Lane of Atlanta, Georgia. Bee is survived by her husband of 69 years, Mr. Edwin Roger Macuch. Bee was born in...

Lola Herskowitz

Lola Herskowitz

Jun 3, 2014

Lola Herskowitz Augusta, GA – Lola Herskowitz, beloved wife to Herman Herskowitz and mother to Candace and Dr. Ian Herskowitz (Bonnie), grandmother to Barbara and Lucas Herskowitz and Elizabeth and Abbey Haynie, passed away on June 3, 2014 at University Hospital. She was mentally sharp as a tack until the end, but her body just wore out. Lola Herskowitz was...

Genevieve Small

Genevieve Small

Jun 1, 2014

Genevieve Small Augusta, GA – Entered into rest Sunday, June 1, 2014, Mrs. Genevieve C. Kreitz Small, 69, loving wife of Donald W. Small, Jr. Mrs. Small was a native of Hanover, PA but has lived in Augusta since 1983. She worked as a secretary for Small’s Construction. She was a member of the Alleluia Community and St. Joseph Catholic...

William Hestley

William Hestley

May 31, 2014

William Hestley Augusta, GA – Mr. William Albert Hestley, 84, entered into rest on Saturday, May 31, 2014, cousin of Bonnie Mulcay. Mr. Hestley was a native and lifelong resident of Augusta. He retired from Augusta Waterworks after 25 years. He was a history buff, especially the Civil War. Special thanks to the staff of UniHealth in North Augusta,SC. A...

Murray David Grier

Murray David Grier

May 31, 2014

Murray David Grier Martinez, GA – Entered into rest Saturday, May 31, 2014, Murray David Grier, 70, husband of Karen Sue Grier. Murray died peacefully at his home. He did it his way. Murray was born in Niagara-On-The Lake, Ontario, Canada in 1943. He was a 24 year veteran, serving four years in the United Sates Navy on the U.S.S...

Doris Peterson

Doris Peterson

May 30, 2014

Doris Peterson Augusta, GA – Entered into rest Friday, May 30, 2014, Mrs. Doris “Dottie” McElveen Peterson, 88, loving wife of 42 years to the late W.M. “Will” Peterson, Jr. Dottie was a lifelong resident of Augusta. She was one of 8 children of the late Joseph Jackson and Cora Sharpton McElveen. She attended John Milledge Elementary School and The...

Helen M. Anderson

Helen M. Anderson

May 28, 2014

Helen M. Anderson Augusta, GA – Entered into rest Wednesday, May 28, 2014, Ms. Helen M. Anderson, 72. Ms. Anderson was a native of New Castle, PA but lived in Augusta. She was a member of St. Mary on the Hill Catholic Church. Ms. Anderson graduated from Nursing School in 1980 as a Licensed Practical Nurse. She was an avid...

Dorothy J. Smith

Dorothy J. Smith

May 28, 2014

Dorothy J. Smith Augusta, GA – Entered into rest Wednesday, May 28, 2014, Dorothy Marie Junkin Smith, 82, wife of the late Robert W. Smith. Mrs. Smith was a native of Greenville, SC, but lived in Augusta for the last 60 years. She retired from Murray Biscuit Company. She was a loving mother, grandmother and mother-in-law. Family members include daughters:...

Marycille McLauchlin

Marycille McLauchlin

May 28, 2014

Marycille McLauchlin Augusta, GA – Entered into rest Wednesday, May 28, 2014, Mrs. Marycille Duke McLauchlin, 76, wife of the late James Randall McLauchlin. Family members include daughters: Meristell Shackelford, Luciann M. McCartney (Bill); son: Duke Randall McLauchlin (Jennifer); additional “daughter” Merrill D. St. Aubin (Channing); grandchildren: Ross and Marianna Shackelford, Will, Drew, Sam, and Luke McCartney, Trent, Zak, and...

William "Bill" Kay Thompson

William "Bill" Kay Thompson

May 27, 2014

William “Bill” Thompson Augusta, GA – Entered into rest Tuesday, May 27, 2014, William Kay Thompson, 64, husband of Maria Tess Thompson. Mr. Thompson was a native of Bend, OR but lived in Augusta for the past 17 years. He was a member of New Hope Worship Center where he was an active volunteer for the Bridge Ministry of New...

William J. "Bill" Ellis

William J. "Bill" Ellis

May 27, 2014

William J. “Bill” Ellis Augusta, GA – On May 27, 2014, the Lord reached down from the heights of glory to lift his servant William J. “Bill” Ellis to his heavenly home. Born in Evansville, Indiana on March 17, 1924 (St. Patrick’s Day), and lived in the Augusta area for more than 60 years. He passed away in his home...

Dolores Patricia Hoffman

Dolores Patricia Hoffman

May 25, 2014

Dolores Patricia Hoffman Augusta, GA – Entered into rest Saturday, May 25, 2014, Dolores Patricia Hoffman, 79 wife of Frederick G. Hoffman. Family members in addition to her husband include sons: Charles A. Hoffman (Coleen) of Parkland, FL, John F. Hoffman (Patrice) of Williamstown, NJ and Matthew G. Hoffman (Felicia) of Tucker, GA; daughters: Teresa M. Nolan (Edward) of Westhampton,...

Dr. Ronny Joe Sayers

Dr. Ronny Joe Sayers

May 25, 2014

Dr. Ronny Joe Sayers Augusta, GA – Entered into the arms of his Lord and Savior, Sunday, May 25, 2014, Dr. Ronny Joe Sayers, 74, husband of Carol S. Sayers, whom he married in 1962. Dr. Sayers was born in Clearfield, PA and graduated from Clearfield High School in 1957. During high school, he received the Andrew Carnegie Bronze Medal...

James L. Hall

James L. Hall

May 24, 2014

James L. Hall Augusta, GA – Entered into rest Saturday, May 24, 2014, James L. Hall, 65. Mr. Hall was a member of Fleming Lodge #718. He was a Mason for over 40 years, achieving the honor of being a 32° Mason. He was a past president of the Shrine Club Go Cart Unit. Mr. Hall retired as the Service...

Karen Bridges Ryan

Karen Bridges Ryan

May 24, 2014

Karen Bridges Ryan Augusta, GA – Entered into rest Saturday, May 24, 2014, Karen Bridges Ryan, 57, wife of John R. Ryan. Mrs. Ryan was a Registered Nurse. She worked with the VA Hospital in Augusta for 19 years. She also worked as the Associate Director of Nursing for the Paralyzed Veterans of America in Washington, D.C. In addition to...

James B. Quinton

James B. Quinton

May 21, 2014

James B. Quinton Warrenville, SC – James Baxter Quinton, 73, passed away Tuesday, May 20, 2014 at his residence. He is survived by his children: Kathy Lynn Davis (John), Kathy Ree Gardea (Arturo), Robyn Cato, Allison Quinton, James B. Quinton, Jr.; 15 grandchildren; 7 great grandchildren; brother: Thomas G. Quinton, sisters: Elizabeth Dillman, Jayne Q. Moss; and numerous nieces and...

Agnes Elizabeth Thorstad

Agnes Elizabeth Thorstad

May 19, 2014

Agnes Elizabeth Thorstad Homemaker Augusta, GA – Agnes E. Thorstad (96), beloved wife of the late John E. Thorstad, entered into rest Monday, May 19, 2014. Born in Williamston MI, Mrs. Thorstad, a faithful military wife, made her home in Augusta with her husband after his retirement from the army in 1961. Mrs. Thorstad was a devout Catholic. She was...