obituaries

Jul 18, 2024

Dennis Bruce Yeager, 76, entered into rest on Thursday, July 18, 2024.

Jul 17, 2024

Gary Edward  Ellsworth Sr., 59, entered into rest on Wednesday, July 17, 2024.

Mr. Ellsworth was a well known carpenter in McDuffie County and was a member of the Second Chance Independent Church.

He was preceded in death by his daughter, Tiffany Thompson. He is survived by his wife of 30 years, Lisa Murphy Ellsworth;...

Jul 16, 2024

Alice Louise Mueller (née Badger), aged 60, passed away peacefully on July 16, 2024 at her home with her family. Born on June 11, 1964, in Augusta, GA, Alice was a beacon of kindness and advocacy, always standing up for those unable to stand up for themselves.

Alice graduated from Westside High School in 1982 and dedicated...

Jul 14, 2024

Emily "Karen" Perdue Ford, 66, entered into rest on Sunday, July 14, 2024. She was born December 29, 1957 in Wrens, Georgia.

Emily is survived by her children, Kyle Ford and Aimee Ford; grandchildren, Mallory Fox, Marissa Fox, and Karlee Fitzgerald; her siblings, Faye P. Johnson, Elene P. Davidson, Laura P. Daniel, and James "Jimmy" Perdue; and...

Jul 13, 2024

Tanya Yvette Wilkes, 54, entered into rest on Saturday, July 13th, 2024. She was born on December 19th, 1969, Fort Gordon, Georgia.

Tanya is survived by her husband of 16 years, William "Billy" Wilkes; two daughters, Brianna Doyle (Alex) and Amanda Wilkes; one grandson, Silvano Don Sanchez; one sister, Regina Strickland (Ben) of Harlem; and her mother,...

Jul 12, 2024

Steven Dewayne McGaha, 72, entered into rest on Friday, July 12, 2024.

Jul 12, 2024

Mr. Curtis "Hank" Barden, 65, of Hephzibah, entered into rest July 12, 2024.

Hank was a lifelong area resident, and a retired plumber. He enjoyed being outdoors hunting and fishing.

He is preceded in death by his mother Emily "Monk" Barden.

Survivors include his son, Brandon Barden (Lauren); his father, Eugene "Doc" Barden;...

Jul 9, 2024

Peggy Moseley Chase, 81, of Stockbridge, Georgia, passed away on Tuesday, July 9, 2024, in Evans, Georgia, where she had moved to be near her daughter and family. Peggy was born in Griffin, Georgia on January 11, 1943 to William Bryans Moseley and Mary Rebecca Bellah Moseley. After Peggy graduated from Henry County High School, she married Cromwell Dyer...

Jul 8, 2024

Mrs. Patricia "Pat" Arcuri, 81, of Evans, entered into rest on July 8, 2024.

Mrs. Pat was a lifelong Augusta area resident, and was retired from Food Lion. She enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, James and Beulah Mae Welsh; and her husband Joseph...

Jul 8, 2024

Dorothy Johnson Hornsby, 74, of Blythe, GA entered into rest on July 08, 2024 where she joined her husband, Jesse T. Hornsby, Sr., her parents, brother, and two sisters.

Dorothy worked for the City of Augusta for many years before achieving her certification in medical coding. She also worked at the Blythe Senior Center where she met...

Jul 7, 2024

Donova Marlene O'Neil, 70, entered into rest on Sunday, July 7, 2024.

Jul 4, 2024

Mrs. Carol Irene Vogt Hering, 82, entered into rest on July 4, 2024.

Carol was born in Rhode Island, but was a long time Augusta area resident. She previously worked at H.L. Green before her retirement.

Carol was preceded in death by her parents, Fred and Margaret Vogt; her husband, Walter M. Hering Sr.; and...

Jul 4, 2024

Mrs. Emma Thurmond Anderson, 82, of Appling, entered into rest on July 4, 2024.

Mrs. Anderson was a longtime resident of Appling. She enjoyed sewing which led her to have a career as a seamstress for Empire Casket Company. When she was not working Mrs. Emma loved to play cards with her card group "The Trashy Ladies"....

Jun 30, 2024

Marsha Carol Ball, 71, entered into rest on Sunday, June 30, 2024, at Doctors Hospital of Augusta. She was a dedicated mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, sister-in-law, friend, and registered nurse of 50 years.

She was a faithful Christian and former singles Sunday school at First Baptist Spartanburg. Her commitment and passion for nursing led into Congregational nursing....

Jun 30, 2024

Judy was born on January 23, 1956, and died on June 30, 2024, after a long courageous battle with cancer.

Judy is survived by her fiancé, Lee Ribley; her father, Oriville K. Drochter; her aunt, Martha Drochter; her aunt and uncle, Macie and Terry Blandford; and her faithful greyhound, Heidi. She was preceded in death by her...

Jun 26, 2024

Walter Ulmer Schmidt, 77, entered into rest on Wednesday, June 26, 2024.

Walter was born October 17, 1946 to the late Mary Ulmer Schmidt and Dr. Henry Louis Schmidt in Augusta, Georgia. Walter graduated from the Academy of Richmond County before attending North Georgia College in Dahlonega, the University of Georgia in Athens, and Augusta College where...

Jun 24, 2024

James David Brazell Sr., 70, of Martinez, went to be with the Lord on June 24, 2024.

James was preceded in death by his parents, Lonnie and Daisy Brazell; sisters, Helen Odom and Edith Ford; and his brothers, Leroy Brazell, Billy Brazell, and Danny Brazell. He is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Karen Ream...

Jun 24, 2024

Grace P. Wittke, of Evans, Georgia, 74, beloved wife, mother, and granny, entered into rest on Monday, June 24th, 2024. Born in Birmingham, Alabama on December 11th, 1949. She was the daughter of the late William T. and Mildred (Rose) Perkinson.

Grace was in Richmond County law enforcement for 25 years. She retired at the age of...

Jun 20, 2024

Our beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and bestest friend Pam Peterson, 24 (so she said she was) went home to her heavenly father on June 20, 2024 at 3:42.

Pam Peterson was born on December 19, in Lebanon, Pennsylvania, to Shirley (Fiddler) and William Roof.

Pam was the best wife, mother, nanny, and friend you could...

Jun 20, 2024

Allen Preston King, Sr. (82) passed away peacefully surrounded by his family into the presence of his Savior on June 20, 2024.

He was born on December 15, 1941 to John Thomas and Beatrice W. King in Augusta, Georgia. He graduated from the Academy of Richmond County.

Allen went to work after high school for...