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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
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
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
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.
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
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
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. Â 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
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
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
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
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...
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
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
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....
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
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
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...
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