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

Carol Williams Toomey

Carol Williams Toomey

Nov 7, 2025

Carol Williams Toomey, 68, passed peacefully at home on Friday, November 7, 2025 after an extended illness.

She is lovingly remembered by her husband, Mike, and her family.

While her life was shortened by illness, she lived life more fully than most.

Carol’s legacy of love will live on through the lives of her grandchildren: Jack, Adeline, and Molly Humphrys and Theodore Roy...

Jack Leslie Morgenthaler

Jack Leslie Morgenthaler

Nov 4, 2025

Jack Morgenthaler, beloved son of Lola Ray, brother of Anne, Jeff, Victoria, Gail, and Margaret, uncle of David and Carrie, Roxane and Jerimee, and great uncle of Lola Joe, passed away peacefully on November 4, 2025.

While he faced adversity in his early life, he was able to find happiness and comfort during his adult years. Though he was very reluctant...

Victor Coleman Anderson

Victor Coleman Anderson

Nov 4, 2025

Entered into rest on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, Victor “Vic” Anderson, 71, husband of Kathy Anderson.

A native of Paris, Texas, Vic has lived and worked in the Augusta area all of his adult life. He was a proud veteran of the US Army. He is best known as the founder of BAM, LLC., a company that provides construction contracting services...

Ruth Pilgrim Latta

Ruth Pilgrim Latta

Nov 4, 2025

Augusta, GA – Ruth Pilgrim Latta (a.k.a. Auntie), beloved wife to Ralph Lilbern Latta and loving daughter, sister, aunt, and cousin, entered into rest on Tuesday, November 4 at the age of 100.

Ruth was born in Six Mile, South Carolina on February 28, 1925 to the late Samuel J. Pilgrim and Ella Bryson Pilgrim.

She was known for her warmth, good...

Gary Alan Wirsu

Gary Alan Wirsu

Nov 3, 2025

Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Monday, November 3, 2025, Gary Alan Wirsu, 79, loving husband of Samruam Wirsu.

Gary Wirsu honorably served his country in the U.S. Army Signal Corps for 22 years before retiring. He enjoyed golf, bowling, and watching baseball.

Family members include his wife: Samruam Wirsu; children: Bruce Richard Wirsu (Laurie), Thomas Anthony Wirsu (Wendi), and June-Marie...

Elizabeth Lawless Brotherton

Elizabeth Lawless Brotherton

Nov 2, 2025

Elizabeth Lawless Brotherton, a lifelong Augusta resident, passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, November 2, 2025, surrounded by family. She was 93. Ann, as most knew her, graduated from Mount St. Joseph Academy along with Richard Lenz Brotherton, a young man she would one day describe as “the love of my life.” Ann attended Georgetown University in Washington,...

Col. (Ret.) Charles William Krecklow

Col. (Ret.) Charles William Krecklow

Nov 2, 2025

EVANS, GA – Charles “Chuck” Krecklow, 94, passed peacefully into the heavenly realm on November 2, 2025. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of over 55 years, Anne Eitel Krecklow in 2018.

Chuck was born in Bakersfield, California and spent his early years on a small farm outside of town before the family moved into the city. His...

Robert Lee McCranie

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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:...