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Andrew Graig

Andrew Graig

Oct 2, 2025

Andrew B. Graig, 96, of Blythe, passed away on October 2, 2025.

He was originally from New York but had lived in Blythe for many years. He was retired Truck driver and served his country in the U.S. Army.  He was a very simple man and a people person. He always enjoyed going for a drive to...

Dawn Lynn (Shuman)  Cummings

Dawn Lynn (Shuman) Cummings

Sep 29, 2025

Dawn Lynn Cummings, Hephzibah, entered into rest surrounded by her family.  She is survived by her children; Christopher Zeliniski, Renah Cummings, Madelyne Magnuson (Clinton).  Willie Cummings Jr., (ex-husband).  Grandchild; Christopher Carl Zeliniski, Jr., (CJ).  Parents; Francine Shuman, Carl Shuman (Cynthia).  Siblings; Cami Shuman, Christian Shuman (Tracy), Nickie Geiger (Michael).  And many loved nieces and nephews and great nephews.  Best...

Philip Sommers

Philip Sommers

Sep 29, 2025

Philip Sommers, 51, of Grovetown, passed away on September 29, 2025.

Philip was a longtime resident of Grovetown and was a project manager with Stewart Construction. He was an avid sports fan enjoying golf, Cleveland Indians baseball or watching the Cleveland Browns and Notre Dame Football teams. He was also an excellent cook and grill master known...

Virginia Holloran

Virginia Holloran

Sep 25, 2025

Virginia Holloran passed away on September 25, 2025.

A Celebration of Life Party will be this Sunday Nov 2, 2025. 12:30pm Bible Fellowship Church On the grounds of Whole Life Ministries 2621 Washington Road August, GA

Brandon Stringfield

Brandon Stringfield

Sep 25, 2025

David Brandon "Brandon" Stringfield, 47, passed on September 25, 2025. Brandon was born on September 8, 1978 in Augusta, Georgia to David and Teresa "Cookie" Stringfield. He graduated from Evans High School, and worked at Sunbelt Medical Services in Sardis, Georgia. For many years prior, Brandon was a self-employed carpenter and handyman. Gifted with an incredible work ethic and...

Michael Bougades

Michael Bougades

Sep 24, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Michael Bougades, who was born in Norfolk, Virginia, and passed away in Augusta, Georgia, after a long and courageous struggle with his health. He is now free from his earthly bounds.

Michael was the beloved son of George Bougades and Geneva Belcher. As a boy, he...

Julian Patrick Rachels Jr.

Julian Patrick Rachels Jr.

Sep 21, 2025

Mr. Julian Patrick "Pat" Rachels Jr., 88, of Appling, passed away on September 21, 2025.

Pat was a lifelong Augusta area resident. He was a retired carrier from the US Postal Service and was an avid golfer. His passion was softball. Pat played in the senior league from age 50-73. He was inducted into the Senior Softball...

David Taylor

David Taylor

Sep 21, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of David R. Taylor aka Rockstar, who departed this life on September 21, 2025, after a lengthy battle with cancer.

David was born on May 7, 1948, in Augusta, Georgia, to Sara Sanders Taylor and Clarence Carroll Taylor. He lived a life full of love, laughter, and...

Mary Jean (Blakey)  Wylds

Mary Jean (Blakey) Wylds

Sep 19, 2025

Mary Jean Blakey Wylds, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, entered eternal rest on September 19, 2025, at the age of 86.

Born in Wilkes County, Georgia, on November 18, 1938, Jean was the daughter of the late John Ben and Nannie Mattie Blakey. She was preceded in death by her husband and the love of her...

Sally Ann Wise

Sally Ann Wise

Sep 18, 2025

Sally Ann Wise, age 78, entered into eternal rest on September 18, 2025.

She was the daughter of the late Georgia Malpass née Brandon and Ardell Malpass.

She was preceded in death by her brothers George "Buster" Smith, Robert Malpass, Gene Malpass, and David Malpass.

She is survived by her husband of 41...

Deborah Dawn Ventura-Bradley

Deborah Dawn Ventura-Bradley

Sep 15, 2025

It is with deep love and sorrow that we announce the death of Deborah Dawn Ventura-Bradley of Augusta, Georgia. She passed away on September 15, 2025. Ms. Ventura was a devoted mother to three children, Eric (31), Casey (29), and Jacob (15) and a grandmother to four grandchildren all below the age of ten.

Born to Denise...

Kathleen Maddox

Kathleen Maddox

Sep 15, 2025

Kathleen Maddox passed away on September 15, 2025.

The family will receive friends for a time of visitation on Friday, September 19, 2025 from 5:00 until 7:00 PM at Thomas L. King Funeral Home.

Leone Pispisa

Leone Pispisa

Sep 12, 2025

Leone Pispisa passed away on September 12, 2025.

Michael Lawrence Beasley

Michael Lawrence Beasley

Sep 12, 2025

Michael Lawrence Beasley passed away on September 12, 2025.

Mike graduated from Butler High School and Augusta Technical College, where he specialized in mechanics.  He spent several years as an EMT before working for himself as an auto mechanic.  Mike loved working with his hands and helping as many people as he could. He was a devoted...

Richard Curtis Norman

Richard Curtis Norman

Sep 11, 2025

Richard Curtis Norman, fondly known as Curt, passed away on September 11, 2025, at the age of 54. Born on January 10, 1971.

The community is invited to pay their respects and honor Curt's memory at his visitation, which will take place on September 20, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 10:30 AM, followed by a memorial service...

Bohdan Kryshtalowych

Bohdan Kryshtalowych

Sep 10, 2025

Bohdan Paul Kryshtalowych, 74, of Martinez, passed away on September 10, 2025.

Mr. Kryshtalowych originally from Cleveland Ohio was a longtime native of the Augusta area. He was the co-owner of Pipe Dreams in Aiken. When not working he enjoyed reading and gardening.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and his brother.

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Amy Elisa Stanphill

Amy Elisa Stanphill

Sep 5, 2025

Amy Elisa Stanphill, 46, of Thomson, Georgia, passed away on September 5, 2025.

Amy was born on August 4, 1979, the beloved daughter of Darwin and Cindy Osborne. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jerry Stanphill, Sr.

She is survived by her son, Jaxon Daniel Stanphill; her stepson, Jerry Stanphill, Jr.; her parents,...

Josephine Ann Washburn

Josephine Ann Washburn

Sep 3, 2025

Josephine A. Washburn passed peacefully on September 3 at home surrounded by family.

Joann was born and raised in Massachusetts and settled in the Augusta area in the 1970s. She married the love of her life, Terrell, on August 12, 1978.

After a career in community mental health, Joann started USC-Aiken at 46 years of...

Valerie Anne Clem

Valerie Anne Clem

Sep 2, 2025

Valerie Clem, 65, passed away peacefully in her sleep on September 2nd, 2025. Born on August 8th, 1960, Valerie lived a full and vibrant life from beginning to end and touched the lives of many people along the way.

Before she graduated from Northern High School, in Baltimore,Md, she met the love of her life, John, with...

Annette Mctier

Annette Mctier

Sep 1, 2025

Annette McTier passed away on September 1, 2025.

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