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Robert J. Hillman
Jan 20, 2024
Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Saturday, January 20, 2024, Mr. Robert J. Hillman, 102, loving husband of 74 years to the late Betty Nadine Hillman.
Mr. Hillman was a native of Ohio but spent many years in Augusta. He graduated from Kent State University and was a WWII veteran, having served in the Air Force. He retired from Goodyear...
Dr. Philip W. Catalano
Jan 19, 2024
Philip William Catalano, M.D. (77) passed away surrounded by his children on January 19, 2024, in his home in Augusta, GA. Philip, also known as Phil, was born to Dr. Edward William and Mary Suzanne Harrison, on May 4, 1946, in Pittsburgh, PA. Phil was the second of eleven children. He is survived by his seven children: daughters Joan Parker...
Vernell Hamil
Jan 19, 2024
Evans, GA – Entered into rest on Friday, January 19, 2024, Mrs. Vernell Smith Hamil, 92, loving wife of 59 years to the late William Grady Hamil.
Nell, “GiGi” to her many children and grandchildren, was born and proudly raised in Alabama with eight siblings on a large working family farm, with life predominated by hard work, fun times, and faith....
Martha Louise Britt
Jan 18, 2024
Martha Louise Lane “Weebee” Britt, 95, beloved wife of the late John M. Britt, entered into rest January 18, 2024. Louise was born April 4, 1928, in Bennettsville, South Carolina, and raised in Ellenton, SC, and Vidalia, GA. She graduated as Salutatorian from Vidalia High School. After moving to Augusta, GA, Louise met the love of her life, Johnny Britt,...
Jonaquine Armitage
Jan 17, 2024
Hephzibah, GA - Jonaquine Armitage entered into rest Tuesday January 16, 2024. She passed away of natural causes at her home in Hephzibah, Georgia.
Jonaquine was predeceased by her loving husband Homer who passed away last year from Alzheimer’s at the Georgia War Veterans home in Augusta. Born in Matewan, WV on March 18, 1940 to parents John and Quinnie...
Robert Eugene Leftwich, PhD
Jan 13, 2024
Born on July 2, 1940, Dr. Robert Eugene Leftwich, PhD passed away peacefully on January 13, 2024, due to covid complications. A Texas native, he grew up in Longmont, Colorado.
Robert attended Baylor University, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in 1963. He continued his education obtaining a Master’s Degree at Northern Illinois University in 1970, and a Doctorate...
Pascal Bryant, Jr.
Jan 13, 2024
Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Saturday, January 13, 2024, Mr. Pascal Bryant, Jr., 92, loving husband of Barbara Bryant.
Pascal was a member of National Hills Baptist Church and of the Martinez Masonic Lodge #710, Scottish Rite, Jamil Shriners, York Rite, Alee Temple, and the Shade Tree A Model A Club. He proudly served in the United States...
Beverly Ann Turner
Jan 13, 2024
Beverly Turner
Augusta, GA – Beverly Ann Turner, 61, entered into rest Saturday, January 13, 2024.
Beverly was a native of the Augusta area. She grew up in Lincolnton where she raised her 3 daughters. She loved working in her yard, antiquing, spending time with her family and visiting the zoo.
Family members include her daughters:...
M. Lee Luckey, Jr.
Jan 12, 2024
Evans, GA – Entered into rest on Friday, January 12, 2024, Marion Lee Luckey, Jr., 80, loving husband of 55 years to Ann Hydrick Luckey.
Lee was born February 28, 1943, in Greensboro, NC. He was a Lifelong resident of the Augusta area. He proudly served in the Unites States Army and was a Vietnam Veteran. He worked as a certified...
James David Ouzts
Jan 12, 2024
Augusta, GA – James David Ouzts, 76, entered into rest Friday, January 12, 2024.
James was born December 21, 1947 in Augusta to the late Odell and Pauline Ouzts. He was director of the American Bowling Association. He proudly served in the United States Army and was a painter in the CSRA. He enjoyed fishing, bowling, and was...
Patty Ramsey
Jan 11, 2024
Patty Bullard Ramsey
Pawley’s Island, SC – Entered into rest on Thursday, January 11, 2024, Mrs. PattyBullard Ramsey, age 90.
Patty was born in Fayetteville, North Carolina. She became a military wife andwas very supportive of her husband. Patty was a loving and devoted wife, mother,and grandmother. She adored the beach, and along with her husband, she builther dream home...
Herbert Roger Humphries
Jan 10, 2024
Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Wednesday, January 10, 2024, Mr. Herbert Roger Humphries, 76, husband of Mrs. Jacinta McKenzie Humphries.
Family members in addition to his wife include children: Stephanie Baxter (Jason), Mary Elizabeth Graham (Jeff), John Humphries, and Cecilia Woodruff (Nakia); grandchildren: Kane Baxter, Mackenzie Woodruff, Faith Baxter, and Bryan Woodruff; siblings: David Humphries, Edward Humphries,...
Doris Hoffman
Jan 10, 2024
Entered into rest on Wednesday, January 10, 2024, Doris Jones Hoffman, 82.
Doris was born in Davisboro, GA. She retired from Bechtel Corporation with 23 years of service. Doris was a member of Abilene Baptist Church, where she was a member of the Shirley Farmer Sunday School Class.
Family members include her daughters: Kim Clarke (Chris), Janet Marks (Bill),...
Curtis A. Markey
Jan 9, 2024
Evans, GA – Entered into rest on Tuesday, January 9th, Curtis A. Markey, 70, loving husband of Janice Ritchie Markey.
Curtis was born in Southington, CT. He served 12 years in the US Navy, most often on submarines. He was a nuclear trained machinist mate. Curt served with distinction aboard the USS Enterprise, the USS Woodrow Wilson and the...
Bob Peterson
Jan 8, 2024
Entered into rest on Monday, January 8, 2024, Bobby Ray Peterson, 91, loving husband of to Mrs. Elaine Peterson.
Bob was born in Fayetteville, North Carolina. He served in the U.S. Army for over 20 years, during which he served two tours in Vietnam and Korea. Bob was a member at Pineview Baptist Church, where he was a Deacon...
Carole King
Jan 7, 2024
Carole King
Carole Jean King, 79, entered into rest Sunday, January 7, 2024.
Carole was a sales director for Brunswick Bowling for over 30 years. She enjoyed playing Bingo and watching her favorite shows.
Family members include her children: Rick Prince, Bill Prince (Annette) and Kathy Rogers (Ken); and grandchildren: Lauren Rogers, Jacob Rogers,...
Richard James LaFratta
Jan 7, 2024
Entered into rest on Sunday, January 7, 2024, Mr. Richard LaFratta, 73, loving husband of Luc M. Hua.
Richard was a native of Boston, MA, but had lived in Evans, GA for several years before his death. He was a veteran of the United States Army who proudly served his country. Richard loved dogs, football, and playing the...
Mr. John James Ertz, Jr.
Jan 6, 2024
Evans, GA – Mr. John James Ertz, Jr., 54, loving husband of Joyce Ertz, entered into eternal rest on Saturday, January 6, 2024.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday, January 16, 2024, at 2:00 P.M. in the chapel of Thomas Poteet & Son with Pastor Bryan Cockrell officiating. Interment will follow in Westover Memorial Park. The family will receive...
Johnnie H. Maher
Jan 4, 2024
Evans, GA – Entered into rest on Thursday, January 4, 2024, Mrs. Johnnie Holmes Maher, 95, loving wife of the late SFC (ret) Ronald R. Maher.
Johnnie was born in Goldsboro, North Carolina to Lee Stephen Holmes and Selma Moye Holmes. Along with her husband she gave many hours of her life to serving veterans. In recognition for her service,...
Virginia Garwood Weigle
Jan 4, 2024
Martinez, GA – Entered into rest on Thursday, January 4, 2024, Virginia Garwood Weigle, 93, loving wife of Mr. Edward Goodrich Weigle, Jr.
Virginia was a native of Augusta. She graduated from Mount St. Joseph School and was a lifetime member of St. Mary on the Hill Catholic Church. She and her husband served as lay ministers and served...
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