Obituaries

Feb 14, 2025

Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Friday, February 14, 2025, Mr. Ernest Odom, 84, loving husband of 59 years to the late Martha H. Odom. 

Family members include his daughter, Angela Welch (Earl); son, Ashley Odom (Shawn); granddaughters: Lauren Welch Birch (Andrew), Hannah Welch, Ashton Drake (John), Andersen Odom and Addisen Odom; and by his loving Boston Terrier, Windy, who...

Feb 12, 2025

Elaine Tidwell Whatley passed away peacefully at home on February 12, 2025. She was born on November 22, 1939 to Charles and Corinne Tidwell in Greenville, South Carolina. After graduating from Parker High School, she went on to earn a Bachelor of Science in Nursing at the Medical College of Georgia. She married her beloved Pete in 1961 going on...

Feb 11, 2025

Augusta, GA – Dr. Donald Dunagan entered into rest February 11, 2025, at his home surrounded by his loving wife and family. 

Don is the son of Paul and Lona Dunagan of Clermont, Georgia. He grew up on the family farm with his five siblings. He contracted polio as a child and spent some of his early years receiving care at...

Feb 11, 2025

Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on February 11, 2025, LTC Eugene T. Fealko, US Army (retired).

He is survived by his wife of 65 years: Rose Marie Fealko; sons: Brian Fealko (Melanie), the late Gary Fealko. Grandsons: Robert Fealko (Caty), Steven Fealko (Whitney), great grandchildren: Bert, Evelyn and Millie; niece: Sandi Cauffield of Florida; nephew: Dennis Easterday (Kathryn) of Ohio.

Gene...

Feb 10, 2025

Blythe, GA – Mr. Arvil Ewell Holt, 92, beloved husband of 71 years to Geraldine Holt entered into rest on Monday, February 10, 2025 while surrounded by his loving family.

Arvil was born on August 6, 1932, in Lee County, Texas (Knobs Springs - at home to his loving parents Rev. Thomas Ewell Holt and Winnie Owena Burks). His father was...

Feb 10, 2025

MARTINEZ, GA – Mrs. Elle Houck Giles, 77, entered into rest on Monday, February 10, 2025 at Piedmont Hospital of Augusta surrounded by family. 

A graveside service will be held on Friday, February 14, 2025 at Westover Memorial Park at 11:00 a.m. 

Born in Augusta, Elle was a member of First Baptist Church of Augusta and was Graduate of Richmond Academy. She...

Feb 9, 2025

Feb 9, 2025

In Loving Memory of Louise Rhodes Pettigrew

A Life of Love, Dedication, and Grace

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Louise Rhodes Pettigrew, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. She departed this world peacefully, with her son, Richard and daughter, Dana by her side, on February 9, 2025, at Jenkins County Medical Center at the age of 86...

Feb 9, 2025

Fleur Lynn Readdy, 83, entered into rest Sunday, February 9, 2025. 

A memorial service will be held Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at 2:00 P.M. at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church with Pastor Roger A. Schwartz officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service, beginning at 1:00 P.M., at the church. Inurnment will follow the service at Westover Memorial...

Feb 8, 2025

Augusta, GA - On February 8, 2025, after a courageous two-year battle with leukemia, Edgar Rooks went home to be with his Heavenly Father and Jesus, his Savior. He passed peacefully in the comfort of his home, surrounded by his loving wife and children.

Edgar was born on June 10, 1935, in Augusta, GA, to James D. Rooks and Lillian Harrison...

Feb 8, 2025

Martinez, GA - Markus Bacha, 43, entered into rest Saturday, February 8, 2025 at his home, with his loving parents at his side. Markus was a shining light in the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing him. His passing has left a void in the hearts of his family and many more whose lives were touched by...

Feb 7, 2025

Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Friday, February 7, 2025, Mrs. Catherine Bruno Patterson, 77, loving wife of the late Paul A. Patterson. 

Family members include her son: Ryan Patterson (Angie); daughter: Johanna Hendren; and grandchildren: Ava Hendren, Elyse Hendren, Alexis Patterson, and Jesse Patterson. In addition to her husband, she is preceded in death by her parents, Thomas and...

Feb 6, 2025

George Lewis Heath was born on April 2, 1933, in Aiken, South Carolina, and passed away at his beloved home in Augusta, Georgia on February 6, 2025. Throughout his life, George, who also was known as Lewis, displayed a strong work ethic, dedication to doing his best in all endeavors, a deep faith, and love of his family. 

In his early...

Feb 5, 2025

Augusta, GA - Brenda D. Hall, 75, entered into rest Wednesday, February 5, 2025. 

On December 28, 1949, Brenda was born to the late Jacob Edwin DeLauter Jr. and Winifred Eyleen Tracey DeLauter. She worked at Morris Museum of Art, Morris Communications and Montgomery Ward. 

Family members include her children: James Anthony Hall Jr. (Jay) (Dianna) and Kimberly Cliett Hall; grandchildren: Jacob...

Feb 5, 2025

Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Wednesday, February 5, 2025, Lisa Marie Grant Strellner, 50, loving wife of David Strellner.

Lisa was a native of Augusta, Georgia. She enjoyed being outdoors, whether it was fishing or watching dirt track racing. Lisa also loved animals, especially her own pups and turtle. She had a huge heart for everyone; however, her family...

Feb 5, 2025

Evans, GA – Entered into rest on Wednesday, February 5, 2025, Kendall Ray Ensley, 69, loving husband of 43 years to Ann Clark Ensley.

Kendall was a native of Augusta, Georgia. He graduated from Butler High School.

Family members, in addition to his wife Ann, include his son: Kevin Ensley (Kasie); grandchildren: Brayden and Kambryn Ensley; sisters: Linda Walker (William) and Teresa...

Feb 4, 2025

Augusta, GA – Mrs. Vivian Deanna Sims, surrounded by her adoring family, entered peacefully into rest on Tuesday, February 4, 2025.

Vivian was born in Baxley, Georgia in 1931 and graduated from Surrency High School where she was crowned Ms. Surrency in her senior year. She met Howard Sims in 1949 and was on the cusp of accepting a position as...

Feb 4, 2025

Grovetown, GA – Entered into rest on Tuesday, February 4, 2025, Doris Williams Kicklighter, 93, loving wife of the late Eugene Kicklighter.

Doris was a native of Augusta, Georgia. She enjoyed camping, fishing, cookouts, and most importantly time with her family. She was an active member of the church and a dedicated Christian. She never missed an opportunity to testify or...

Feb 4, 2025

Augusta, GA – Michael John Johnson, 84, loving husband of Marcia A. Johnson, entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, February 4, 2025.

Mike was born in Kewanee, IL. After graduating from high school, he enlisted in the US Air Force in 1959 where he served in many roles including Assistant to Chief Accountant and Accounting Secretary. After retiring from the Air...

Feb 3, 2025

Augusta, GA – Ann G. Boatwright, beloved wife of the late Rollin Boatwright, passed away on February 3, 2025, surrounded by her family. 

She retired from the Department of Defense Army and Air Force Exchange Service. She was a member of St. Mary on the Hill Catholic Church and was a volunteer in the Adoration Chapel. She was also a member...