Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Augusta, GA, Richmond County & Surrounding Areas
Wayne "Bubba" Henry King
May 29, 2013
Wayne “Bubba” Henry King North Augusta, SC –Mr. Wayne Henry King, fondly known as “Bubba”, 70, of North Augusta died Wednesday, May 29, 2013 at the Medical College of Georgia. Mr. King was born August 10, 1942 in Augusta, GA. He was the son of the late Austin Raymond King, Sr. and Edythe Veal King. Mr. King attended Riverside Military...
Mary W. Arnold
May 28, 2013
Mary Tant Waters Arnold Lexington, SC – Moved to her heavenly home on Tuesday, May 28, 2013, Mrs. Mary Tant Waters Arnold, wife of Michael C. Arnold. Mrs. Arnold was preceded to heaven by her parents Mary Jane Waters and Revan Freeman Waters. Family members in addition to her husband include son: Roger Tant and wife Dianne; daughter: Angela Key...
Ray "Raybo" E. Ferguson
May 26, 2013
Mr. Ray “Raybo” E. Ferguson, Jr. Martinez, GA – Entered into rest Sunday, May 26, 2013 at Doctor’s Hospital, Ray “Raybo” E. Ferguson, 58, husband to Diane Patterson Ferguson for 32 years. Born to Ray Eugene Ferguson, Sr. and Berta Jean Mitchell Ferguson in Augusta, GA, Mr. Ferguson was a fan of the University of Georgia Bulldogs and racing. He...
Cathy S. Hutcheson
May 23, 2013
Cathy Stafford Hutcheson Evans, GA – Entered into rest Thursday, May 23, 2013, Cathy Hutcheson, 51, wife of Joey Hutcheson. Mrs. Hutcheson was a 1980 graduate of Aquinas High School. She graduated from Augusta Technical College with a degree in technical design and graphics. In addition to her husband, family members include mother: Mrs. Annette Stafford; sister: Sherry S. Walker...
Allen Ludwick
May 22, 2013
Mr. Allen Ludwick Augusta, GA – Entered into rest May 22, 2013 at Trinity Hospital, Allen Ludwick, 84, husband of Peggy Ludwick. Mr. Ludwick attended First Baptist Church of Augusta for 52 years. He was a member of the church orchestra and played the trombone with other local groups such as the Augusta Community Band, the Augusta Symphony Orchestra, and...
Barry J. Forde
May 21, 2013
Mr. Barry J. Forde Golden Harvest Food Bank Augusta, GA – Entered into rest May 21, 2013 at Piedmont Hospital in Atlanta, GA, Barry J. Forde, 65, husband of 43 years to Diane Forde. Mr. Forde was a member of the St. Joseph Catholic Church. He worked at Golden Harvest Food Bank for 29 years and was the Associate Director...
Evie Jean McCorkle Holloway
May 21, 2013
Jean McCorkle Holloway Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Tuesday, May 21, 2013, Mrs. Evie Jean McCorkle Holloway, 73, loving wife of 43 years to Thomas “Tommy” B. Holloway. Mrs. Holloway worked with Metropolitan Insurance for 25 years and with the Richmond County Board of Education as an accountant for 18 years. She was a member of The Hill...
Michael Adrian Pate
May 21, 2013
Michael Adrian Pate Augusta, GA – Mr. Michael Adrian Pate, 46, entered into rest on Tuesday, May 21, 2013. Mr. Pate loved the game of golf and was a fun loving guy. He worked in the food and beverage industry for many years. Family members include mother: Mary Pate Tomchey; father: the late Hugh Pate; brothers: John H. Pate (Kimberly),...
Emma M. Shirley
May 19, 2013
Emma M. Shirley Augusta, GA – Entered into rest Sunday, May 19, 2013, Mrs. Emma M. Shirley, 77, wife of the late Charles L. Shirley. Mrs. Shirley was a native of Germany and has resided in Augusta since 1959. She was a hostess for 30 years at Horns Restaurant. Family members include daughters: Rosita Diniero and husband Tomas of Germany,...
Gordon L. Tharin
May 19, 2013
Gordon L. Tharin Martinez, GA – Mr. Gordon L. Tharin, 66, entered into rest on Sunday, May 19, 2013. Mr. Tharin enjoyed spending time at the gun range with his sons and was an excellent cook. He was a loving father and grandfather. Family members include sons: Jeffrey Tharin, Zachary Tharin and fiancée Shannon Key; grandchildren: Pierce Tharin, Taylor Tharin,...
Thomas F. DuBois
May 18, 2013
Thomas F. DuBois Grovetown, GA – Mr. Thomas Franklin DuBois, 47, entered into rest on Saturday, May 18, 2013. Mr. DuBois was a graduate of Harlem High School and was of the Catholic faith. Family members include parents: Ralph and Victoria DuBois; daughter: Ashley N. DuBois; brother: Garnett DuBois; sister: Lisa M. Estes; and grandson: Christopher Hughes. A memorial service...
Michael Farr
May 17, 2013
Michael Farr Martinez, GA – Mr. Michael Peyton Farr, 54, entered into rest on Friday, May 17, 2013. Mr. Farr was a native and lifelong resident of Augusta. He was a graduate of Aquinas High School and attended Augusta College. He served a tour in the US Navy. He was formally employed with Pollock Office Machine as a lead technician,...
Joseph M. Logan
May 15, 2013
Joseph M. Logan Augusta, GA – Entered into rest Thursday, May 16, 2013, Mr. Joseph “Joe” Marion Logan, 68, husband of Mary Bunch Logan. Mr. Logan was a Historian, antique enthusiast, and an avid reader. He loved his wife, son, grandchildren, and the United States of America. Family members in addition to his wife include son: Jody Logan and his...
Robert Dunaway
May 14, 2013
Robert Dunaway Augusta, GA- Robert Hugh Dunaway, born December 1, 1924, in Springfield, Mo., died May 14, 2013, in Augusta, Ga., due to complications connected with Parkinson’s disease. He graduated Central High School in Springfield, Mo., and enlisted in the United States Army at age 18, to fight in World War II. He served in the Euro¬pean Theatre of Operations...
Major Robert Fulton (Ret.)
May 13, 2013
Major Robert Fulton (Ret.) Augusta, GA – Entered into rest Monday, May 13, 2013, Major Robert (Bob) Fulton, 80, husband of the late Elfriede Fulton. Mr. Fulton was a native of Evansville, Indiana and had resided in Augusta since 1976. He was a Vietnam Veteran and served tours of duty in both Europe and Asia. While he was stationed overseas,...
Buddy Dale Vanscoy
May 12, 2013
Augusta, GA- Buddy Dale Vanscoy, 76, a resident of Martinez, Ga., departed this life Sunday morning, May 12, 2013, at his home surrounded by his family. He was born October 19, 1936 in Kerens, WV, the son of the late Preston David Vanscoy and Alma Mae Hart Vanscoy Lanham. Buddy attended Randolph County Schools and was a graduate of Davis...
Mary Pearl Martin
May 11, 2013
Mrs. Mary P. Martin Augusta, GA – Entered into rest with her family by her side on Saturday, May 11, 2013, Mary Pearl Martin, 80, wife of the late William Leo Martin. Mrs. Martin was born to the late Ambrose and Lizzie Purgason in 1932 in Carroll County, GA. She was a member of Trinity on the Hill United Methodist...
Margie W. McGee
May 11, 2013
Mrs. Margie W. McGee Augusta, GA – Entered into rest Saturday, May 11, 2013, Margie Williams McGee, 91, wife of the late William Edward McGee. Mrs. McGee was a native of Avera, GA but had lived in Augusta for the past 70 years. She was a lifetime member of Hill Baptist Church, as well as a member of Ruth Bible...
Nancy Jo Heberer
May 10, 2013
Nancy Jo Heberer Augusta, GA- Nancy Jo Heberer, 91, wife of Norman L. Heberer passed away at their home in Augusta, GA on May 9, 2013. She was born January 29, 1922 in Hamilton, OH the daughter of Margaret and Robert Spoerl. She was devoted to her family and friends and is survived by her husband of almost 68 years,...
Dolores Robinson
May 10, 2013
Dolores D. Robinson President, Augusta Humane Society, Inc. Augusta, GA – Entered into rest May 10, 2013, Dolores Drost Robinson, 75, beloved daughter of the late Peter and Dorothy L. Drost. Born in Augusta, GA, Ms. Robinson was a life member of First Baptist Church, a member of the Grace Sunday School and a former member of the choir. She...