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John Earl Charlton

John Earl Charlton

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...

Ernest Wilcher

Ernest Wilcher

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...

Mike Mazur

Mike Mazur

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...

Kassandra Carroll Crawford-Liutkus

Kassandra Carroll Crawford-Liutkus

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,...

James Troy Walden Sr.

James Troy Walden Sr.

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...

Shirley (Reid)  Dye Sturgis

Shirley (Reid) Dye Sturgis

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...

Eric Sommer

Eric Sommer

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...

James "Jimmy" Gilpin

James "Jimmy" Gilpin

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....

Anna (Tobin)  Newman

Anna (Tobin) Newman

Jul 28, 2025

Mrs. Anna R Newman, 90, of Martinez, Georgia, passed away peacefully at her home on July 28, 2025. She is now reunited with her beloved husband of over 60 years, Mr. Donald Lee Newman, their children Patti Ann Newman and Donald M. Newman, and granddaughter, Jennifer Keck.

Affectionately known as "Nanny", she was born on October 8,...

Amy Esposito

Amy Esposito

Jul 27, 2025

Amy Esposito passed away on July 27, 2025.

The family will receive friends for a time of visitation on Saturday, August 2, 2025 from 2:00 until 4:00 PM at Thomas L. King Funeral Home.

William Hancock

William Hancock

Jul 26, 2025

William Hancock passed away on July 26, 2025.

William A. (Bill) Hancock was born August 4, 1953 in Augusta, GA to Mary Youngblood Hancock and Charles A. Hancock, Sr.

Bill is survived by his wife, Sally, his son, William, two grandchildren, Sayer and Lily, sister, Frances Cranford, brother, Charles A. Hancock, Jr. (Pam), neices, nephews...

Michael Elliott

Michael Elliott

Jul 25, 2025

Michael Glenn Elliott, 65, of Harlem, passed away on July 25, 2025.

Sally Kearney

Sally Kearney

Jul 22, 2025

Sally Letbetter Kearney, 50, of Waynesboro, passed away on July 22, 2025.

Sally was born in and was a lifelong resident of the Augusta area. She was the store manager of the Sunoco station in Waynesboro for many years. She was very hardworking and resilient. Sally was also very sassy becoming known as "Sassy Sally" and was...

Susan Nizamuldin

Susan Nizamuldin

Jul 18, 2025

Susan Nizamuldin passed away on July 18, 2025.

Graveside service will be held Monday July 28, 2025 at 11:00 AM at Westover Memorial Park.

Amanda Lenise (Garcia)  Ryans

Amanda Lenise (Garcia) Ryans

Jul 16, 2025

Amanda Lenise Garcia Ryans, 38, of Thomson, passed away on July 16, 2025.

Amanda was a lifelong Augusta area resident. Amanda was a bright ray of light who enjoyed life and just having fun. She loved all of her family and spending time with her children. She enjoyed going to the beach and loved her Mexican food....

Christina Elaine Creech

Christina Elaine Creech

Jul 15, 2025

Christina Elaine Creech passed away on July 15, 2025.

Susie Miville

Susie Miville

Jul 14, 2025

Susan Weathersbee Miville "Susie", 70, beloved wife, mom, nana, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away peacefully at Doctor's Hospital on Monday, July 14, 2025.

Susie was born on August 9, 1954 and grew up in Augusta. She was married to Gene Miville and together, they had two sons (Brandyn and Ryan). Her boys were her world. Susie...

Caroline Parrish (Williams)  Smith

Caroline Parrish (Williams) Smith

Jul 13, 2025

Caroline Parrish Williams Smith passed away after an extended illness on July 13, 2025. She is survived by her father, Douglas Lee Williams and her brothers, Douglas Lee Williams Jr. and Timothy Ryan Williams. She is also survived by her children, Aubrey John Smith and Ryan Christopher Smith. Caroline attended Richmond Academy and was a good student. She was...

John Owen Royals

John Owen Royals

Jul 13, 2025

John Owen Royals Jr, 80, of Lincolnton passed away peacefully on July 13, 2025.

John was born on November 13, 1944 in Atlanta, Ga to John Owen Royals, Sr and Ora Belle Royals. He graduated from Roosevelt High School in 1962 and married his wife of 59 years, Pearl Anderson, in 1965. John was a proud US...

Robert Andrew Humblet

Robert Andrew Humblet

Jul 11, 2025

Robert Humblet passed away on July 11, 2025.

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