Sherry Shelton
May 19, 2026
Sherry Elaine Shelton, 73, wife of the late Willie Frank Shelton Jr, of Martinez, passed away on May 19, 2026.
Sherry was a lifeong resident of the Augusta area. She was retired from the accounting area of the Augusta Courthouse. A faithful loving wife, mother, and grandmother, Sherry loved all of her family very much. She also had many devoted friends...
Karen Richardson
May 15, 2026
Sunrise September 11, 1958
Born to Emily Toliver and Earl Murray
Sunset May 15, 2026
Entered eternal rest surrounded by love
Obituary
Karen Yvonne Murray‑Richardson was a woman of creativity, compassion, strength, and deep faith. She lived a life marked by service, love, and dedication to her family, her community, and her church.
Karen pursued her education with determination, attending Frostburg State University and Strayer College,...
Harvey Eugene Lowe
May 15, 2026
Mr. Harvey Eugene Lowe, 89 years old, passed away on May 15, 2026.
Harvey was born on June 28, 1936, in Columbia County to the late Beatrice and Louie Lowe. Harvey served his country for 2 years in the Navy and he retired from King Mill. Harvey was an avid outdoorsman enjoying fishing and cutting the grass when he was able...
James Hunter Kitchens
May 14, 2026
James "Hunter" Kitchens, 29, of Evans, Georgia, entered into rest on Thursday, May 14, 2026.
Hunter graduated from Greenbrier High School in 2015. He attended the North American Lineman Training Center in Tennessee and built a strong career as a lineman with Lee Electrical Construction. Hunter cherished the brotherhood among his crew and found purpose in his work, especially in helping...
Kenneth Williams
May 14, 2026
Kenneth Layton Williams, 85, husband of the late Joann Williams, of 58 years, entered into his eternal rest, Thursday, May 14, 2026, at Piedmont Hospital. He was born and raised in Augusta, GA. A Memorial Service to celebrate his life will be held at Kiokee Baptist Church on Ray Owens Road. Visitation will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday, May 20...
John Cravenho
May 13, 2026
John Edward Cravenho, 78, died peacefully at his home in Augusta, GA on May 13, 2026. He was born April 12, 1948, in Easton, MA to George Cravenho and Mary Varella Cravenho.
John served in the United States Navy from 1969–1970 as a seaman apprentice.
John received a B.A. degree from Providence College, earned his MBA from St. John’s University in New...
Martha Farmer
May 13, 2026
Martha Knight Farmer, 87, entered into rest on May 13, 2026.
Martha was born on July 21, 1938 in Roanoke, Alabama to E.W. and Bobbie Knight. She rose from very humble beginnings, becoming the first in her family to attend college at the University of Alabama. In her time at the University, she earned a BS and MS in accounting and...
Harvey Boone
May 13, 2026
Harvey Boone, 66, of Augusta, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on May 13, 2026.
Harvey was a lifelong resident of the CSRA. Harvey was a hardworking man who was always doing something, and he was a skilled painter. Family was important to him as he was a beloved husband, father, brother and papa. Harvey was one of a kind...
Deborah Ann Whitaker
May 12, 2026
It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of Deborah "Debbie" Whitaker, a beloved mother, sister, partner, grandmother, and friend. Debbie entered this world on June 13, 1973, in the welcoming embrace of Augusta, Georgia, and departed tragically and unexpectedly from this life on May 12, 2026, at her home.
Debbie was a beacon of love...
James Mercer
May 12, 2026
James Mercer, 79, of Evans, passed away on May 12, 2026.
He was a hardworking man and loved his family. He retired after serving 20 years in the US Army, doing 3 tours of duty in Germany and 1 in Vietnam serving a total of 10 years overseas. After his retirement from the Army he served an additonal 26 years at...
Charles Edward Powell
May 9, 2026
Charles Edward Powell, affectionately known as Chuck or "Papa Chuck", passed away on May 9, 2026.
A kind and sweet soul, Charles was known for his unwavering readiness to lend a hand, his great sense of humor, and his deep devotion as a family man. His presence brought warmth and laughter to those around him, and he will be remembered with...
Steven Wayne Sleister
May 7, 2026
Steven Sleister passed away on May 7, 2026.
A man known for his great sense of humor, Steven was genuinely larger-than-life—not only in stature but in heart. Those close to him remember a gentle giant who carried both his emotions and his love for others with equal pride and tenderness. Steven’s passions reflected the depth and vibrancy of his character. An...
Carol Dietering
May 6, 2026
Carol J. Deitering, a woman of gentle spirit and deep love, passed away peacefully on May 6, 2026. She was 74 years old.
Born and raised in the suburbs of Chicago on March 19, 1952, Carol's heart found its true home in the wide-open beauty of the high desert of Tucson, Arizona. In her later years, she put down roots in...
Michael Anthony Bishop
May 5, 2026
Michael Anthony Bishop entered into rest on May 5 of 2026 in Evans, GA at the age of 64. He was the devoted husband of Wazanta Bishop.
Michael was born in Spartanburg, SC on February 10, 1962 to Otis and Virgina Bishop and he is survived by two sisters, Karen Stepp and Ellie Whitner. He was most proud of his three...
Russell Penrow
May 5, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Russell Penrow on May 5th 2026.
Russ was a beloved Brother/Son/Father and will be deeply missed.
The family will recieve friends on Friday, May 15, 2026 from 5:00 until 6:00 Pm at Thomas L. King Funeral Home. A celebration of life service will follow in the funeral home chapel at 6:00...
Nellie Lowe
May 4, 2026
Mrs. Nellie Lowe of Martinez GA, passed away on May 4, 2026.
She was born on December 31, 1938 to the late John and Geneva Parham.She was a loving and devoted wife to her husband Harvey for 68 years. She was a hard worker and retired from Lily Tulip. She was very loving but could also be very bossy not afraid...
Barry Crawford
May 3, 2026
Barry David Crawford entered into rest May 3, 2026 in Blythe, GA at the age of 72. Barry was born on May 9, 1953 in Greenwood, SC to Howard and Earline (Culbertson) Crawford. He is preceded in death by his wife of 27 years, Deborah (Briggs) Crawford and brother, Larry P. Crawford. He is survived by brothers, George H. Crawford...
Dorothy Kane
May 2, 2026
Dorothy Kane, age 58, of Augusta, Georgia, passed away unexpectedly due to cardiac arrest. She was born on May 24, 1967, to Ann Rosier (Malpass) and Gene Rosier.Dorothy was preceded in death by her mother and father; her grandmothers, Irene Rosier and Georgia Malpass; and many other loved ones. She leaves behind her stepfather, Theodore Wise; her daughter, Amber Smith;...
Dorothy Mixon Smitherman
Apr 28, 2026
Dorothy Mixon Smitherman, 76, of Martinez, passed away on April 28, 2026.
Dorothy was a lifelong resident of the Augusta area and a 1969 graduate of Evans High School. She was a very simple lady. She enjoyed going to estate sales looking for bargains, especially finding a new book to read. She also delighted in sewing and crocheting. Taking a road...
Kimberly Majors
Apr 25, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Kimberly Majors, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend. Born on January 30, 1966, in Fullerton, California, Kimberly departed this world on April 25, 2026, after a courageous and prolonged battle with her heart condition. Her spirit, laughter, and love will forever echo in the hearts of all who knew her.
Kimberly...
