obituaries

Dec 26, 2024

Shirlee Odell (née Akers) died peacefully surrounded by family and her incredible adopted family at Stevens Park Health and Rehab in Augusta, Georgia on December 26th, 2024, at the age of 95 years young.

Shirlee was born to Harriet (née Ashley) and Dewey Akers on September 30th, 1929, in Carrollton, Kentucky, where she was raised along side...

Dec 23, 2024

Norma Burney entered into rest on December 23, 2024 in Augusta, Georgia. She was predeceased by her husband, Elmer Burney and parents Alfonso and Stella Jones of Northfork, West Virginia.

She leaves her daughter Stephanie (Billy), grandson Ian and granddaughter Gabrielle Nichols to mourn her death and cherish her love of family.

Norma was a...

Dec 23, 2024

Marlys Sherar passed away on December 23, 2024.

Dec 21, 2024

Joshua "Josh" Gibbs entered into eternal rest on December 21, 2024.

Born and raised in Augusta, Josh lived in Milner for the past several years. He worked as a Production Supervisor at Yancey Engineered Solutions. Known for his infectious personality and sharp wit, Josh had a remarkable ability to make everyone around him smile. Those who knew...

Dec 21, 2024

Ronnie Lee Pinion, 66, entered into rest on Saturday, December 21, 2024.

Ronnie was born in Sylacauga, Alabama on November 6, 1958, to Fred and Paula Pinion. He attended Glenn Hills High School. He then went straight into automotives and drove wreckers for over 40 years. He was an avid NASCAR fan, enjoyed grilling out, and spending...

Dec 19, 2024

Charles Dennis Taylor, 75, passed away suddenly at home on Thursday, December 19, 2024, in Dearing, Georgia, where he had lived for 33 years.

Charles was born October 21,1949, in Tifton, Georgia to Calvin and Veramae (Dillard) Taylor. He retired from Kimberly Clark after 22 years of service as yard jockey and was currently working as a...

Dec 18, 2024

Helen Thomason Grindstaff, 101, of Martinez, passed away peacefully on December 18, 2024.

Helen was born in Lincoln County, the daughter of the late Lalla and Adele Dawkins. She was a homemaker and a longtime member of Marks Baptist Church. She had a deep love for her Lord who she worshipped dearly. Her love also extended to...

Dec 16, 2024

Mr. Wayne Gray, 70, entered into rest on Monday, December 16th, 2024, at his home in Augusta, Ga.

He retired from Budget Sprinkler Systems, and was an accomplished mechanic and handyman. He often helped family and friends when they were in need and he had the ability and skills to help. Wayne always lived life on his...

Dec 13, 2024

Frank Steve Toomey Jr., 73, entered into rest on Friday, December 13, 2024.

Dec 13, 2024

Mrs. Georgia Hedgis, 93 years old, and beloved wife of 65 years to James "Jim" John  Hedgis. entered into rest on December 13, 2024 at Camellia Walk in Evans.

Mrs. Hedgis was born November 1, 1931, in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn, to the late Constantine (Gus) Cavooris and Theano Cavooris.  She moved to Greece with her family as...

Dec 12, 2024

Dorothy R. Hill, 78, of Martinez, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on December 12, 2024.

Dorothy was born in Alabama but was a longtime Augusta area resident. She was a Certified Nursing Assistant and enjoyed caring for her patients. Dorothy loved her Lord, which led to her being a member of West Acres...

Dec 12, 2024

Mrs. Doris Patricia "Pat" Alexander, 80, of Grovetown, passed away on December 12, 2024.

Pat was a lifelong area resident. She retired as a Certified Occupational Therapist from the Medical College of Georgia and was a member of Wesley United Methodist Church for Over 20 years. She enjoyed reading, playing cards, and traveling in her RV. She...

Dec 10, 2024

John Leo Bellamy, 51, of North Augusta, SC, went to his Heavenly Resting Place on Tuesday, December 10, 2024. He was born on February 7th, 1973, in Middleton, Ohio, to Sgt. Maj. John Lindon Bellamy and Barbara Kay Bingham.

John is survived by his wife, Tonya Bellamy; his children, Breanna Blevins of Lexington, SC, John L. Bellamy...

Dec 8, 2024

Sallie Anne Holbrook, known to some as Grace Waters, left us on December 8, 2024. She lived life on her own terms.

Sallie was born in Gainesville, Florida, but grew up in Texas, Arizona, and California. She caught the traveling bug early on - Washington, D.C., at three weeks old and Mexico City at three months old. ...

Dec 6, 2024

Elva "Redd" Travis Lehew, 80, entered into rest on Friday, December 6, 2024.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00am on Saturday, December 14, 2024, in the chapel at Thomas L. King Funeral Home, 124 Davis Road, Martinez GA 30907, with Pastors Randy and Mary Byrd officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home...

Dec 6, 2024

Mr. Thomas "Tommy" Giddens, 70, of Grovetown, passed away on December 6, 2024.

Tommy was a lifelong Augusta area resident and a retired iron worker with the Local Union 709. He enjoyed watching golf, football and baseball, and he was also an avid watcher of Fox News. He also liked going to the lake to go out...

Nov 27, 2024

Carol Suzzan McMillon-Horne, 52, entered into rest together with her husband, William "Shane" Lamar Horne, on Wednesday, November 27, 2024.

Carol was a loving mother, grandmother, and friend. She is survived by her children, Kenneth, Samantha, and Thomas, her stepdaughters Taylor and Hannah along with her grandchildren, Alannah, Jaxon, Blake, Tinleigh, Mason, Clayton, and Bennett.

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Nov 27, 2024

William "Shane" Lamar Horne, 49, entered into rest together with his wife, Carol McMillon-Horne, on Wednesday, November 27, 2024.

In addition to his wife, Shane is preceded in death by his mother, Donna Taylor. He is survived by his daughters, Taylor and Hannah; father, William "Dickie" Horne; grandsons, Mason, Clayton, and Bennett; many aunts, uncles, and cousins;...

Nov 23, 2024

David Herlong Cranford, 76, entered into rest on Saturday, November 23, 2024. He was born in Corpus Christi, Texas, on January 6, 1948.

David is survived by his wife of 55 years, Frances Hancock Cranford; his son, Timm Cranford and his wife, Nickie; his grandchildren, Gracie Cranford and Chase Cranford; his brothers, Stephen Cranford (Patricia) and Peter...

Nov 22, 2024

Eugene T. Langham Jr. passed away on November 22, 2024.