obituaries

Aug 31, 2021

Kevin Patrick Childress, an esteemed Federal Agent and beloved husband,  father, and friend died unexpectedly at the age of 56 on Tuesday, August 31, 2021.

For the last decade, Kevin spent his happiest life with his wife, Maryann, and Yorkies Lilly and Layla. Kevin is survived by his daughter Rebecca Jean, step daughters Marni and Monique Sheps,...

Aug 30, 2021

Neilson Fredrick Powers went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday August 30, 2021. Neil was born in Augusta, Ga and lived in McBean Community in Augusta, Ga his whole life. He is survived by his wife Stevie Brooke Powers (McBean), parents Douglas and Katie Powers (McBean), brother Samuel Powers (McBean), sisters Jennifer Kay Powers (Columbia,...

Aug 29, 2021

Jessica Nicole McCall entered into rest on August 29, 2021. A graveside service will be held on Thursday September 9, 2021 at 11:00 AM at Magnolia Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 9:00 until 10:00 AM Thursday at the funeral home.

Jessica was born in Augusta, GA, on March 22, 1994, and grew up in the...

Aug 28, 2021

James Ryan Watson, 54, of Appling, GA, entered into rest August 28th, 2021. He is preceded in death by his father, Floyd T. Watson; his grandparents, Daniel and Margarte Watson. He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Vicki L. Watson; his daughters, Brandy M. Dean (Daniel), Elizabeth A. Watson, Rebekkah G. Watson and his adopted daughter Anna...

Aug 25, 2021

Gordon Blanchard Crawford Jr. went home to be with Jesus on Wednesday August 25, 2021 at 84 years old. He was born in Augusta, Ga to Gordon Blanchard Crawford Sr. and Frances Jewel Crawford. A proud Korean Veteran, he joined the Navy at only 17 years old. He served as a radioman on the U.S.S Oriskany. He could often...

Aug 25, 2021

Maurice "Mo" Clark, of Harlem, Ga. entered into rest from his home on Wednesday August 25, 2021. Mo, as he was commonly known, was born December 28, 1965 in Hempstead, NY. He was a career electrician who was an avid outdoorsman. Mo loved hunting, fishing, kayaking, and the Florida Gators. One of his greatest joys in life was time...

Aug 25, 2021

Mr. Ted Sprouse, 57, entered into rest on August 25, 2021. He is proceeded into death by his mother Margaret Chapman and Reba Coleman (Big Ma). His surviving family includes his Wife Tammy Sprouse, his father Ted Sprouse (Beverly), four sisters; Catherine Eatman, Cindy Martin (Chuck), Amy Medford (Eric), & Cindy Wall, two brothers; Timothy Sprouse and Robbie Morris....

Aug 23, 2021

Mrs. Haeng Suk Burgess, 66, of Augusta GA, entered into rest on August 23, 2021. Mrs. Burgess was born in South Korea and had been a cashier. She is survived by her daughter Nari (Michael) Garrett, and her granddaughter Araiya Garrett. The family will have private services at a later time. Thomas L. King Funeral Home and Cremation Service...

Aug 21, 2021

Mark Anthoney Cliatt, age 58, peacefully entered into rest on the morning of August 21, 2021, following a hard-fought battle with Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma. He was surrounded by his loving family at their home in Grovetown, Georgia. Mark, the youngest of seven children, was born in Augusta, Georgia on June 14, 1963, to Ralph and Elsie-Mae Cliatt (both deceased). He...

Aug 20, 2021

Mr. John Eugene "Gene" Baker, 82, departed this life to be with his Heavenly Father on August 20, 2021. He is survived by his beloved wife of 64 years, Sandra Marie Baker; his two children, Selina Marie Baker and Richard (Michelle) Eugene Baker; his grandchildren, Haley Marie Baker and John Christopher Baker.

Mr. Baker was a retired...

Aug 19, 2021

Timothy (Tim) John O'Dell, Jr. of Grovetown, GA, born in Dalton, GA passed away at the age of 39 on August 19, 2021. He was TJ to some, and to others he was Tim. He had many roles in his short life as a loving husband, father, friend, brother, son, uncle, employer, and loyal veteran. Tim served his country...

Aug 19, 2021

Hazel Louise Jackson, beloved wife of Alton Jackson, went home to be with the Lord on August 19, 2021, at the age of 86. A visitation will be held on Monday, August 23, 2021 from 9:00AM - 10:00AM at Thomas L. King Funeral Home, 124 Davis Rd. Martinez GA 30907 and graveside service will follow at Westover Memorial Park...

Aug 18, 2021

Arlene Frances "Frankie" Allen, 76, went to her Heavenly Home on August 18, 2021 from her home in Harlem, Ga. She was the daughter of the late Marjorie L. Lassiter Turner of Harlem, Ga. and the late Harry E. Allen of Hephzibah, Ga.

She was preceded in death by her great-nephews, Mason Smith and Dakota Hammett. Left...

Aug 16, 2021

Vietnam Veteran and POW, retired Staff Sergeant, Thomas Francis Kelly of Evans, GA passed peacefully on August 16, 2021. Tom was born on April 30, 1939 in Atlantic City, NJ. His parents were John L. Kelly and Mary A Mellon.

"Papa Tom" was a beloved father and husband. After retiring from Fort Gordon, Tom continued his service...

Aug 15, 2021

Our dearly beloved, Garry (Bud) Lawrence, 62, departed this world on August 15, 2021. A devoted husband, father, son, grandfather, and friend he was loved and admired by many.

Always a hard working man, he joined the Army serving in the 36th Field Artillery Legiment in Augsburg, Germany. After his Military service he went on to work...

Aug 14, 2021

Mrs. Wilma Robinson Lynn, 78, wife of the late Mr. Joel Stokes Lynn Jr, of Augusta, entered into rest on August 14, 2021. A funeral service will be held on Wednesday August 18, 2021 at 10:00 AM at First Pentecostal Church Grovetown, with Rev. Dewain French and Assistant Pastor Carl Lynn officiating. Interment will follow at Westview Cemetery Augusta....

Aug 12, 2021

Mrs. Bernice Lavera Gerler Priest, age 89, of Augusta, GA, beloved mother of Joy Morris, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on August 12, 2021. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jack Priest on November 20, 1988 after 37 years of marriage; her parents, Bernahard and Lona Doberenz Gerler; brother, George Gerler; sister, Dorothy...

Aug 11, 2021

Mr. Bruce Alan Webb, 62, of N. Augusta SC, entered into rest on August 11, 2021. Mr. Webb was born in Augusta GA, and was the son of the late Julian Webb, and Blanche Frazier Webb. He was a Navy Veteran and had retired as a truck driver with Fed EX. Mr. Webb is survived by his brother Marvin...

Aug 11, 2021

Mr. Wilber Kenneth Eubanks, 85, of Grovetown, husband of the late Lucille Hammer Eubanks, entered into rest on August 11, 2021. A funeral service will be held Monday August 16, 2021 at 11:00 AM at Bellevue Chapel with Pastor Joe Woods officiating. Interment will follow at Bellevue Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends from 10:00 AM until 11:00...

Aug 10, 2021

Mrs. Jacqueline Elaine Ross Tall, 61, wife of Mr. Henry Tall, of Grovetown, entered into rest on August 10, 2021.

Mrs. Tall was born in Savannah TN, and was the daughter of Charles Ross, and the late Jessie Potts Ross. She was a homemaker.

In addition to her father and husband she is survived by...