Obituaries

Recent Obituaries

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

Rev. Jack McVeigh

Rev. Jack McVeigh

Jan 18, 2023

The Reverend Jack Kirkus McVeigh, age 96, entered into the presence of the Lord he so faithfully shared about on Wednesday morning, January 18, 2023, at his residence on Millstone Church Road in Carlton, Georgia. Jack was born in Chauncey, Dodge County, Georgia on July 2, 1926, son of the late James Bithan McVeigh and Mary Ophelia Kirkus McVeigh. He...

Alpheus Mallette Davis III

Alpheus Mallette Davis III

Jan 18, 2023

Alpheus Mallette Davis, III Augusta, GA – Alpheus Mallette Davis, III of Augusta, Georgia, passed away on January 18, 2023. Fondly known as Al (Dad, Big Pine, Smoke, Piney, Grandad, Uncle Al, A.M.). Al was born to Alpheus Mallette Davis, Jr., and Alice Hill Davis on September 21, 1944, in Boston, Massachusetts. As a child, he developed his love of...

Dale Vaughn Scott

Dale Vaughn Scott

Jan 17, 2023

Augusta, GA - Dale Vaughn Scott died Tuesday, January 17, 2023, in Augusta, Georgia. Dale was born in Augusta, Georgia on November 8, 1942, to Lloyd S. and Frances F. Scott of Augusta and was one of their four daughters. She was a graduate of Richmond Academy and attended Augusta College. Dale held a number of positions in banking for...

James Edward Oellerich Jr.

James Edward Oellerich Jr.

Jan 17, 2023

Martinez, GA – Entered into rest on Tuesday, January 17, 2023, Mr. James Edward Oellerich, Jr., 88, husband of 68 years to Mrs. Joanne Daniel Oellerich. Edward was a native of Augusta, Georgia, and member of Warren Baptist Church. He founded Highview Construction in 1970, where he developed property and built homes for 40 years. Edward was an avid outdoorsman...

James F. McClellan, Jr.

James F. McClellan, Jr.

Jan 17, 2023

Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Tuesday, January 17, 2023, James F. McClellan, Jr., 69. Family members include his daughter: Jamie Coffee (Charlie); brother: David McClellan; sister: Cindy Davis (Tony); grandchildren: Samantha Burnside (Hunter), Kennedy Badger, and Madison Coffee. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Thomas Poteet & Son Funeral Directors, 214 Davis Rd., Augusta,...

Paula Teresa Bennett

Paula Teresa Bennett

Jan 16, 2023

It is with profound sadness we announce the unexpected passing of Paula Teresa Bennett, on Monday, January 16, 2023, at the age of 66. She is preceded in death by her mother-in-love, Ida G. Bennett, sister Brenda Farr Ufret, and brother Michael Farr. Paula was the beloved oldest daughter of Charlotte Farr, mother of Kimberly Bennett Redfearn (Austin), and most...

Nell Louise Manly

Nell Louise Manly

Jan 16, 2023

In lieu of flowers, Nell's family requests that memorial donations be made to Samaritan's Purse: https://www.samaritanspurse.org/our-ministry/donate-online/?utm_source=Ggl&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=m_YGGM-B23V&utm_content=DonateSitelink&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIytKB0O_T_AIVHMyGCh0LYQIQEAAYASABEgIeYfD_BwE .

Peggy Peavy Herman

Peggy Peavy Herman

Jan 15, 2023

Augusta, GA – Peggy Peavy Herman passed away peacefully on January 15, 2023. She was the wife of William Andrew Herman III. Peggy was born on the kitchen table in Barnesville, GA on July 6, 1941. She was the daughter of Edward Hamilton Peavy and Estelle Stocks Peavy. Her dad soon left for Europe and World War II. He returned...

Stacy Newman

Stacy Newman

Jan 14, 2023

Stacy Newman, 46, passed away January 14, 2023, at her residence in Augusta, GA. Stacy was a graduate of Lakeside High School and Augusta University where she earned a degree in psychology. She was a member of Victory Baptist Church in North Augusta, SC. Stacy was preceded in death by her father, Danny Allen Newman Sr. She is survived by...

Harry Campbell Vaiden III

Harry Campbell Vaiden III

Jan 13, 2023

Augusta, GA – Harry Campbell Vaiden III, beloved husband of Carole Burgamy Harison Vaiden and a proud southern gentleman died January 13, 2023, at Augusta University Medical Center surrounded by family he loved. He was 81 years old. Mr. Vaiden was a lifelong resident of Augusta, banker, and civic leader. The funeral service will be held at the Church of...

Stephen Swenson

Stephen Swenson

Jan 12, 2023

Augusta, GA – Stephen Elmore Swenson passed away peacefully on January 12, 2023 after a five-month battle with brain cancer. Steve was surrounded by his wife and his children in a hospital room that could barely contain all the love, laughter and singing. It was peaceful and beautiful. Steve was born in Chicago on May 1, 1947. He was the...

Pamela Vincent

Pamela Vincent

Jan 11, 2023

Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Wednesday, January 11, 2023, Mrs. Pamela Grimes Vincent, 62, wife of Mr. Andre Vincent for 20 years. Pamela, a native of Augusta, Georgia, graduated from Butler High School in 1976. She later attended Augusta College and Paine College. She received her bachelor’s degree in mathematics from Paine College. She taught mathematics in the...

Rosemary "Rosie" Baird

Rosemary "Rosie" Baird

Jan 11, 2023

Rosemary “Rosie” Baird passed away on Wednesday, January 11, 2023; she was 83 years old. She was the daughter of the late Wade Hampton and Frances Beckum Baird. Rosie was a former member of St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church in Wildwood, Florida, before moving her membership to St. Mary on the Hill Catholic Church after moving back to Augusta....

Steffi G. Bailie

Steffi G. Bailie

Jan 10, 2023

A memorial service for Steffi G. Bailie who died January 10, 2023, will be held at St. Michael's Episcopal Church, 515 S. Liberty Street, Waynesboro, Georgia on Saturday, May 20, 2023 at 11:00 AM with The Reverend Kit Brinson and The Reverend Larry Jesion, celebrants, with interment in the memorial garden. A reception will follow the service in the church...

Patrick D. Flynn

Patrick D. Flynn

Jan 9, 2023

Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Monday, January 9, 2023, Patrick Devine Flynn, age 61, loving son of the late Ed and Liz Flynn. Pat is survived by his brother Matthew Harvey Flynn. He was active in Scouting, and he was a multi-time Special Olympics champion. With his love of clothes, he was always in style. A special thanks...

Vincent Paul Broderick

Vincent Paul Broderick

Jan 9, 2023

Martinez, GA – Entered into our Lord’s Kingdom on the 9th of January, 2023, Age 90, loving husband of Helen Castaldo Broderick. Vince passed peacefully with his family around him after a short illness. Vince left behind his wife of 68 years, Helen, his children Kathryn Salazar (John), Vincent Broderick (Elizabeth), Pamela Noblett (Les) and Ruth Barry (Kurt) and has...

Theresa Gordon

Theresa Gordon

Jan 9, 2023

Augusta, GA – Margaret Theresa Cone Gordon, age 92, entered into rest peacefully at her home on Monday, January 9, 2023. Theresa’s service to her family and community was exemplary. She provided a constant home to her 12 children, extended family, and friends. In her home, everyone felt welcomed, respected, at ease, and at peace, knowing that she loved and...

Jane H. Stewart

Jane H. Stewart

Jan 9, 2023

Augusta, GA – Jane Hatton Stewart, 11, of Augusta, GA died peacefully at home in the arms of her parents on January 9th, 2023. Jane was born on February 15th, 2011, in Birmingham, AL. Her parents made their home in Augusta later that same year and baptized Jane at Church of the Good Shepherd. Jane attended school at Apparo Academy....

Delores A. Murell

Delores A. Murell

Jan 8, 2023

Delores A. Murell was born to Charles and Eunice Anderson on January 28, 1948 in Albany, GA. Her mother and two brothers moved back to Atlanta where she was reared by her mother and grandmother. She attended Bass High School until her senior year. The family moved and she graduated from Murphy High School in East Atlanta in the top...

Thomas L. Swint, Sr.

Thomas L. Swint, Sr.

Jan 7, 2023

Entered into rest on Saturday, January 7, 2023, Mr. Thomas L. Swint, Sr., 78, loving husband of 57 years to Sarah Wylds Swint. Tommy was born in Augusta, GA to the late Robert L. Swint, Sr. and Caroline M. McNeely. He was a very proud veteran. He installed dry wall and wall covering by trade. He loved fishing, spending time...