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Robert Lee McCranie
Nov 1, 2025
Augusta, GA – Robert Lee McCranie passed away at his home on November 1, 2025. He was born in Dallas, Texas, but spent most of his life in Augusta.
Bob graduated from the Academy of Richmond County and attended the University of Georgia. He was known for his amiable personality and sense of humor, as well as being an amateur writer...
Reverend Richard Jerome Hart
Nov 1, 2025
Father Richard Hart, 81, of Augusta, GA, entered into his eternal rest on November 1, 2025.
Born in Denver, Colorado on July 16, 1944, he was the son of the late Vivienne (Sherwood) Hart. Rich attended college in San Diego where he received a degree in Chemistry. After graduation, he worked as a chemist and engineer for Shell Corp for 12...
David Paul Lynn
Nov 1, 2025
Grovetown, GA – Entered into rest on Saturday, November 1, 2025, David Lynn, 64.
David graduated from Augusta Tech with an Associate Degree in Instrumentation and spent his entire career in the nuclear power industry. His work took him all over the country, from one nuclear plant to another, before he wrapped up his career close to home at the Savannah...
David Krivanek
Oct 31, 2025
Augusta, GA – David Krivanek, 84, of Augusta, Georgia, passed away peacefully on October 31, 2025. Born in Mishawaka, Indiana, he was the son of the late Anthony and Vera R. Krivanek.
A devoted husband and loving father, David is survived by his wife, Judy, his son, Matthew, and daughter-in-law, Jenna Krivanek. Family was the center of his world, and his...
Dr. Michael L. Whitlow
Oct 31, 2025
Dr. Michael Lynn Whitlow, 75, passed away peacefully on October 31, 2025, at Doctors Hospital in Augusta, Georgia. Dr. Whitlow was born on July 7, 1950, in Toccoa, Georgia, and spent his formative years in Lavonia, Georgia. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lynn Broughten Whitlow and Ellen Pruitt Whitlow, and his sister, Ruth W. Mitcham.
A hardworking man...
Dr. Franklin Edward Payne, Jr.
Oct 30, 2025
Franklin Edward Payne, 81, of Augusta, GA, entered his eternal rest on October 30, 2025.
He was born on November 30, 1943, in Raleigh, NC, to the late Frank and Elizabeth Payne. Ed graduated from McEachern High School in Powder Springs, GA. After high school, Ed graduated from Mercer University in Macon, GA where he met his wife Jeanne before attending...
Barry J Ayres
Oct 28, 2025
Augusta, GA – I’m broken hearted to share the sad news of the death of my husband Barry J. Ayres on Tuesday, October 28, 2025. We were blessed to have fifty-five memorable years together. He was the love of my life.
Barry was preceded in death by his parents Gene and EV Ayres, and his sister Paula Ayres.
He is survived by...
Martha Anne Smith
Oct 27, 2025
Martha Anne Smith passed in peace on October 27, 2025, at the age of 96. She was preceded in death by her husband of 71 years, C.L. Smith, Sr., and her son, Curby Lee Smith, Jr.
The family will receive friends on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the funeral home.
Anne was born in Adrian, Georgia...
Sybil Mae Von Behren
Oct 26, 2025
Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Sunday, October 26, 2025, Sybil Von Behren, 88.
Sybil had the biggest heart. Her love for the people and animals in her life was as abundant as her love for the Lord. She will be remembered as a woman of faith, strength, and independence. Known for being the ambassador of the White Elephant Café, Sybil...
Sgt. Mike Logue
Oct 24, 2025
Sergeant John Michael “Mike” Logue, 67, of Evans, Georgia, passed away peacefully on October 24, 2025, in his home surrounded by his loving family. Born on April 4, 1958, Mike dedicated his life to serving others with unwavering loyalty, strength, and a deep sense of duty that inspired all who knew him.
Mike proudly served Richmond County for 41 years, retiring...
Carl Gregory "Greg" Bryan
Oct 23, 2025
Augusta, GA – Carl Gregory “Greg” Bryan, 58, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, October 23, 2025, after an extended illness.
Born in Augusta, GA on August 1, 1967, Greg was the beloved husband of Barbara Watts Bryan and the son of Arthur Bryan and the late Elizabeth Higgins Bryan.
He is preceded in death by his mother and sister, Kathleen...
Richard "Dick" Millard Troxel
Oct 22, 2025
Evans, GA – Mr. Richard “Dick” M. Troxel, 87, entered into rest on Wednesday, October 22, 2025 surrounded by his loving family.
A native of Umatilla, Florida, Mr. Troxel spent many years in Atlanta, where he built a successful career as a home builder. Following his retirement to Amelia Island, he later moved to Augusta to be closer to his family....
Mary L. Hood
Oct 20, 2025
Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Monday, October 20, 2025, Mary Louise Lewis Hood, 77, loving wife of Stephen Dale Hood.
Mary loved her family and dearly loved her grandkids. She always wanted all of her family to be together. An avid Elvis fan, Mary loved the beach.
Family members include her husband: Stephen Dale Hood; mother: Magdalena “Maggie” Lewis; children:...
John Patrick Arthur
Oct 20, 2025
Augusta, GA – Mr. John Patrick Arthur, 73, entered into rest on October 20, 2025.
A memorial mass will be celebrated at 11:00 AM on Friday, October 24, 2025, at St. Mary on the Hill Catholic Church with Fr. Andrew Emenike celebrant. The family will receive friends in the narthex from 10:15 until 11:00 AM.
Mr. Arthur was born in Augusta to...
Dr. Michael Maurer
Oct 20, 2025
Augusta, GA – Dr. Michael Maurer, U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel, Retired, of Augusta, Georgia, was called home to his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on October 20, 2025.
Michael was a graduate of Northwestern University School of Orthodontics. He was a member of Our Redeemer Lutheran Church of Augusta.
Michael was the devoted and cherished husband of his wife Marsha Maurer, who survives...
Judy Barber
Oct 19, 2025
Judy Barber entered into rest on Sunday, October 19, 2025, after a 5-year battle with cancer. She was born in Portsmouth, Virginia on June 8, 1943, to the late T.I. and Edith Barber.
Judy graduated from the Academy of Richmond County in 1961 and then attended Augusta College. She retired from the United States Postal Service. Judy enjoyed antiquing, attending estate...
Rufus Eugene Hilliard
Oct 19, 2025
Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Sunday, October 19, 2025, Mr. Rufus Eugene Hilliard, 92, loving husband of the late Betty Jo Hilliard.
Rufus was a lifelong native of Augusta, GA. He served in the United States Army and worked in the Local 150 Pipefitters Union for 70 years who had a hard work ethic and was always committed. He...
Katsumi Ito Pottorff
Oct 19, 2025
Mrs. Katsumi Ito Pottorff, 93, beloved wife of Donald Pottorff, entered into rest on October 19, 2025.
A private service will be held at a later date.
Almut Tirpitz Jackson
Oct 16, 2025
Augusta, GA – Mrs. Almut K. Tirpitz Jackson, 90, beloved and dedicated mother, peacefully passed away on October 16, 2025.
Born July 18, 1935 in Nuremberg, Germany, she devoted her life to her family. She dedicated 40+ years of service to the Richmond County Board of Education.
Family members include her children: Victoria Maria Jackson Carinda, Gunther Jackson, and Adrian Jackson; seven...
Mary Elizabeth “Betty” Dunaway Lee
Oct 15, 2025
North Augusta, SC – Entered into rest on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, Mary Elizabeth “Betty” Dunaway Lee, 98.
A charter member of Bethlehem Advent Christian Church, she taught and nurtured many young children in the nursery class for several decades. The entirety of her adult life was marked by extending the love, compassion and grace she experienced through Christ. She cared...
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