obituaries

Sep 11, 2025

Richard Curtis Norman, fondly known as Curt, passed away on September 11, 2025, at the age of 54. Born on January 10, 1971.

The community is invited to pay their respects and honor Curt's memory at his visitation, which will take place on September 20, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 10:30 AM, followed by a memorial service...

Sep 10, 2025

Bohdan Paul Kryshtalowych, 74, of Martinez, passed away on September 10, 2025.

Mr. Kryshtalowych originally from Cleveland Ohio was a longtime native of the Augusta area. He was the co-owner of Pipe Dreams in Aiken. When not working he enjoyed reading and gardening.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and his brother.

Sep 5, 2025

Amy Elisa Stanphill, 46, of Thomson, Georgia, passed away on September 5, 2025.

Amy was born on August 4, 1979, the beloved daughter of Darwin and Cindy Osborne. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jerry Stanphill, Sr.

She is survived by her son, Jaxon Daniel Stanphill; her stepson, Jerry Stanphill, Jr.; her parents,...

Sep 3, 2025

Josephine A. Washburn passed peacefully on September 3 at home surrounded by family.

Joann was born and raised in Massachusetts and settled in the Augusta area in the 1970s. She married the love of her life, Terrell, on August 12, 1978.

After a career in community mental health, Joann started USC-Aiken at 46 years of...

Sep 2, 2025

Valerie Clem, 65, passed away peacefully in her sleep on September 2nd, 2025. Born on August 8th, 1960, Valerie lived a full and vibrant life from beginning to end and touched the lives of many people along the way.

Before she graduated from Northern High School, in Baltimore,Md, she met the love of her life, John, with...

Sep 1, 2025

Annette McTier passed away on September 1, 2025.

Aug 26, 2025

Jay Olmstead, 66, of Hephzibah, passed away peacefully on August 26, 2025, surrounded by his family.

Jay grew up in the Jacksonville Florida area but later resided in Hephzibah for many years. He was retired as a warehouse worker from Toyota after 31 years; after moving to Augusta, he owned the JLO Delivery Service. Jay loved his...

Aug 23, 2025

Paul Lagasse, 64, beloved husband and father passed away with his family by his side on August 23, 2025 at Doctor's Hospital in Augusta.

Paul was born in Maine in 1960 to Theophil and Joan Lagasse.  He married his wife of 36 years, Petra Lagasse, in Denmark.  A veteran of the U.S Army, he served for 20...

Aug 22, 2025

Inez Williams passed away on August 22, 2025.

Inez A Williams was born and raised in Marion Alabama by her mom (Marion Massey), her father (John Aldridge) and her Grandfather (Pete Massey).

In addition to her parents and grandparents she is predeceased by her siblings Lizzie Mae Lipscomb Kelly, Clarence Oliver Laura Aldridge Brown, Richard...

Aug 18, 2025

Kathleen Pratt passed away on August 18, 2025.

Kathleen mostly known as Kathy was a native of Augusta and a graduate of Westside High School.

She was preceded in death by her parents Lloyd and Nell Pratt; and her siblings, Sylvia Barton ("Sibbie"), Susan Pratt Smith and Angela Pratt Hodges ("Angie). The loss of her...

Aug 15, 2025

Ada Estrella (Kessel) Clark of Martinez, Georgia, peacefully entered into rest on August 15, 2025,  surrounded by 4 generations of family.

Ada was born on May 10, 1951, in Canton, Ohio, to the late Hayward Franklin Kessel and Margie (Rollins) Nessar-Brown.

Ada was an avid floral designer who loved all things related to the garden....

Aug 5, 2025

On Monday August 5th, 2025 Joshua Nicholas Messer passed away leaving his mother Barbara Messer, two sisters Kimberly Messer and Taylor Messer, brother Shawn Messer, two nieces Aaliyah Montgomery and Mekenzie Grimes, great niece Leilani Williams, two nephews Michael Montgomery and Sylar Schlein.

Aug 5, 2025

John Earl Charlton passed peacefully at his home in Augusta, GA with his wife beside him shortly after midnight on August 5, 2025.  Mainly known as Earl, many of his American friends called him Duke.  Earl grew up in Coledale, New South Wales, Australia and later lived on the Gold Coast before moving to Augusta, GA.   While on the...

Aug 3, 2025

Ernest Lee Wilcher, 78, passed away on August 3, 2025.

Ernest was born in Jefferson County but lived in the Augusta area for a longtime. He loved driving a truck which led to a 42 year career as a truck driver. When not driving a truck he loved to be outdoors working in his yard, and in...

Aug 2, 2025

Michael David Mazur, 66, peacefully passed away on August 1st, 2025, at home in Martinez, Georgia.

Born on March 6, 1959, in Augusta, Georgia, Mike lived a life rooted in hard work, quiet devotion and deep love for his family and the simple joys of life.

Mike spent most of his career as a welder...

Jul 30, 2025

Kassandra "Kitty" Carroll Crawford-Liutkus May 18th, 1989 – July 30th, 2025 (36 Years Old)

On July 30th, 2025, the stars shimmered a little brighter, and the earthly realm lost one of its most radiant souls. Kassandra "Kitty" Carroll Crawford-Liutkus of Augusta, GA, took her final bow on this stage and crossed into the next act one filled,...

Jul 30, 2025

James Troy "Troy" Walden, Sr. entered into rest on July 30, 2025, at the age of 70. Born on December 22, 1954, Troy lived a life marked by dedication, quiet strength, and a deep love for family, music, and storytelling.

For a brief time, Troy served in the United States Navy. He later pursued his passion for...

Jul 30, 2025

Mrs. Shirley Reid Dye Sturgis, 89, of Evans, passed away on July 30, 2025.

Mrs. Shirley was a lifelong Augusta area resident and a retired bookkeeper. She was a member of Woodlawn United Methodist Church for over 31 years. She enjoyed sewing, her flowers, camping and traveling with Hunting Island and Helen being her favorite places to...

Jul 29, 2025

Eric Sommer passed away peacefully on July 29, 2025.

Born to parents Wolfgang and Nancy Sommer in Phoenix, AZ. Graduate of North Augusta High School, Class of 1987.   Eric grew up in North Augusta, South Carolina and Augusta, GA, and spent much of his adulthood in Greenville, South Carolina.

Eric loved games and gaming of...

Jul 28, 2025

Mr, James "Jimmy" Gilpin, 70, of Augusta, passed away on July 28, 2025.

Jimmy originally from Michigan was a longtime resident of Augusta. He was known as a great salesman which led to a long career with Orkin Pest Control. When not working playing pool was a longtime passion of his with 9 ball being his favorite....