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Bobbie Sue Smith

Bobbie Sue Smith

Mar 20, 2026

Mrs. Bobbie Sue Fuller Smith of Florence, South Carolina, age 74, entered into eternal rest on March 20, 2026 after a valiant battle with cancer.

Bobbie Sue was married to Lionel Sidney Smith for over 47 years. Their shared sense of adventure brought them to Chile, Finland, Aruba, the Caribbean, and many other exciting destinations. Born and raised in Appling, Georgia,...

Vivian Williams

Vivian Williams

Mar 17, 2026

Vivian Nichols Williams, age 95, took the hand of Jesus for her walk to her eternal home in Heaven on March 17, 2026.

Vivian was born in Lakeland, Florida at her family home. Her childhood was filled with “daily love” given out freely to she and her four siblings by her parents Fred and Burgess Nichols. On Easter Sunday 1938, she...

Cynthia "Cindy" Ussery

Cynthia "Cindy" Ussery

Mar 12, 2026

Cynthia "Cindy" Ussery, born November 10, 1956, passed away peacefully on March 12, 2026. Cindy was a deeply selfless and giving person who touched the lives of many with her ever-present smile and great sense of humor. Her vibrant spirit and kindness will be dearly missed by all who knew her.

Throughout her life, Cindy cherished her family above all else,...

Cheryl Stewart

Cheryl Stewart

Mar 12, 2026

Cheryl Lawler Stewart of Martinez, Georgia, was welcomed into her Heavenly Father’s mansion on March 12, 2026. Born to Samuel Raymond Lawler SR and Ethel Loraine (Grantham) Lawler February 8th, 1946, in Griffin, GA. Cheryl graduated from Griffin High. It was at Griffin High that she met her husband of 45 years, Ira Douglas Stewart (deceased). Together they raised two...

Charles Varner

Charles Varner

Mar 8, 2026

Charles Edward Varner, age 82, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 8, 2026. He was born on February 14, 1944, in Auburn, Ala at the Drake Student Infirmary of Auburn University, where his mother, Cora Sue Tatum Varner, was a student. At the time of his birth, his father, Ned Varner, was serving in the U.S. Army in Europe during...

William "Bill" Lage

William "Bill" Lage

Mar 7, 2026

William P. Lage (Bill), 66, Grovetown, GA, died Saturday, March 7, 2026, surrounded by his family. Born July 18, 1959, in Sioux City, Iowa, he has lived in Grovetown, GA, since 1988. On June 14, 1986, he married Teresa Gordon, who survives him. He was a man of few words, but his actions spoke volumes. Known for his incredible strength...

Clyde Ryals

Clyde Ryals

Mar 7, 2026

Clyde Lee Ryals Jr., 79, of Evans, went home to be with the Lord on March 7, 2026.

Clyde was born March 21, 1946, in Dunn, North Carolina to the late Clyde Lee Ryals Sr., and Ava B. Ryals. He left a legacy of strong Christian Faith in God. He exemplified a life of giving and a very humble spirit.

Clyde’s father...

JoLee Long

JoLee Long

Mar 6, 2026

JoLee Compton Long, a beautiful mother, grandmother, and woman of extraordinary faith in God, passed away peacefully on March 6, 2026 at the age of 73.

JoLee was born in Okinawa, Japan, and moved with her family to Hephzibah, GA, at a young age. She attended Hephzibah High School, where she was captain of the cheerleading team and crowned homecoming queen.

JoLee...

Cameron J Carson

Cameron J Carson

Mar 4, 2026

Cameron J. Carson, born on August 7, 1977 passed away on March 4, 2026, leaving behind a profound legacy of kindness and generosity. A proud 1995 graduate of Evans High School, Cameron exemplified the spirit of his community through his compassion and quiet demeanor. He was a man of strong faith in God. His faith guided the way he treated...

David Pittenger

David Pittenger

Mar 2, 2026

David “Dave” Harry Pittenger, 74, born in Michigan entered into eternal rest on March 2, 2026. 

Dave was a long term employee of the Richmond County Board of Education and an honored Veteran of the United States Army. Dave’s favorite moments were spending time with family and friends. He was a very successful hunter and fisherman. Dave loved lending a hand...

Allen Chapman

Allen Chapman

Feb 24, 2026

Allen Chapman, born on April 28, 1956, left this world on February 24, 2026. He was a devoted husband father, and, whose presence touched the of many around him. Allen is survived by his beloved wife, Carolyn Chapman, and their three children: Jeremy Chapman, Martin Stephen Rosier II, and Tammy Marie Lowe. He was also a cherished grandparent to one...

Richard Fries

Richard Fries

Feb 23, 2026

CSM Richard “Mike” Fries was called home to his Lord and Savior on February 23rd at the age of 94.

He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 60 years, Toshiko “Sue” Fries, who passed away just ten months earlier.

Mike is survived by his loving daughter, Patricia “Trish” Rogers, and her husband, Sam Rogers. He also leaves behind five...

Jason Kinchen

Jason Kinchen

Feb 23, 2026

Jason Kinchen, born on February 23, 1967, peacefully passed away on February 23, 2026. He leaves behind a rich legacy defined by his dedication to family, his service to the nation, and his deep passions.

Jason proudly served in the United States Air Force, a commitment that exemplified his strong sense of duty and dedication to his country. Following his military...

Stuart Walter Cooley

Stuart Walter Cooley

Feb 22, 2026

Stuart Cooley, 74, passed away on February 22, 2026, in Augusta, Georgia. Born in Little Rock, Arkansas, he was raised in Asheville, North Carolina, where he was shaped by the warmth and vitality of his Jewish family and community.

Stuart pursued a Bachelor's degree in Nursing and dedicated his life to caring for others as a Registered Nurse. His career was...

James David Bargeron

James David Bargeron

Feb 22, 2026

James David Bargeron, Sr. lived a life marked by hard work, quiet strength, and deep devotion to the people he loved. He proudly served his country in the National Guard, retiring with the rank of Major in 1976. After his military service, he continued his dedication to providing for his family through a long career at International Paper, where he...

Daniel Oliveri

Daniel Oliveri

Feb 19, 2026

Daniel Oliveri passed away on February 19, 2026, at the age of 67. Born on April 20, 1958, Daniel dedicated his life to his family and his work, leaving a legacy of love and pride that will be cherished by those he leaves behind.

Daniel was a passionate sports enthusiast, with a particular fondness for the Giants and Yankees. His love...

Dayna Cato

Dayna Cato

Feb 18, 2026

Dayna Lynn Cato (née de Leon), 60, passed away on February 18th in Augusta, Georgia, after a prolonged illness. Throughout her years of ill health, Dayna demonstrated remarkable courage and unwavering determination.

Born in Stuttgart - Bad Cannstatt, Germany and raised in Lawton, Oklahoma, Dayna carried a strong spirit and a deep love for her family throughout her life.

Dayna was a...

Sok Nak Choi

Sok Nak Choi

Feb 17, 2026

Sok Nak Choi, 71, of Augusta, Georgia, entered into eternal rest on February 17, 2026. Born on February 10, 1955, in Chungcheong, South Korea, he immigrated to the United States and spent most of his life in Augusta. He worked and eventually retired as a skilled machine operator at Kennametal.

Sok was a kind, patient, loving, and devoted father whose life...

Terry Lee Hunt

Terry Lee Hunt

Feb 17, 2026

Terry Lee Hunt, the cherished husband of Pamela Hunt, passed away on February 17, 2026, entering the presence of his Savior and Lord. Terry will be remembered for the profound legacy he leaves behind—a legacy defined by his unwavering devotion to the Lord, his deep love for his family, and his commitment to hard work. His life was a testament...

Sandra Burnett

Sandra Burnett

Feb 15, 2026

Sandra Ruth Lonergan Burnett passed peacefully from this life on February 15, 2026, at the age of 81. Her life was defined not by circumstance, but by devotion—steadfast to her husband, unwavering love towards her children, and unending faithfulness to her God.

On September 4, 1971, Sandra dedicated her life to Jehovah God and was baptized as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses....

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