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Gene Baker

Gene Baker

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...

Tim O'Dell

Tim O'Dell

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...

Hazel Jackson

Hazel Jackson

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...

Arlene Frances Allen

Arlene Frances Allen

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...

Thomas Kelly

Thomas Kelly

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...

Garry Lawrence

Garry Lawrence

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...

Wilma (Robinson)  Lynn

Wilma (Robinson) Lynn

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....

Bernice Priest

Bernice Priest

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...

Bruce Alan Webb

Bruce Alan Webb

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...

Wilber Kenneth Eubanks

Wilber Kenneth Eubanks

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...

Jacqueline Elaine (Ross)  Tall

Jacqueline Elaine (Ross) Tall

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...

Dewayne Chancey

Dewayne Chancey

Aug 10, 2021

Mr. Dewayne Chancey, beloved husband of Mrs. Marlene Scott Chancey, entered into rest on August 10, 2021. A funeral service will be held on Saturday August 14, 2021 at 11:00 AM at Columbia County Exhibition Center, 212 Partnership Dr., Grovetown, GA. A funeral procession will leave the funeral home at 10:00 AM on Saturday morning.

Mr. Chancey...

Ted Screws Jr.

Ted Screws Jr.

Aug 8, 2021

Mr. Ted Howard Screws Jr., 53, entered into rest on August 8, 2021.

Ted was born in Augusta on February 16, 1968, and was the son of Ola Gnann Screws, and the late Ted Howard Screws Sr. He was a self employed construction worker.

Survivors include his wife Stephanie Wallace Screws, his son Tanner Screws...

Steven Austin Kelley

Steven Austin Kelley

Aug 5, 2021

Steven Austin Kelley, 18, entered into rest on Thursday, August 5, 2021 in Grovetown, GA. He was born on April 9, 2003 in Augusta, GA.

Austin loved his family, friends, cars, and the lake. He is preceded in death by his grandparents, John C. VanMaanen Sr. (Mary) and Sharrell Carey (Bubba); and his aunt, Melissa Wilson. He...

George Edward Preuss

George Edward Preuss

Aug 3, 2021

Mr. George Edward Preuss Sr., entered into rest on August 3, 2021. Araangements will be announced. Thomas L. King Funeral Home and Cremation Service is in charge of arrangements.

Olin Dee Gibson

Olin Dee Gibson

Aug 2, 2021

Olin Dee Gibson, Martinez, Ga., 85, beloved husband to Myra Jean Gibson, entered into rest on Monday, August 2, 2021.

Born in Oconee County, S.C., on August 27, 1935, he was the son of the late James and Katie Gibson.

He served his country as a medic in the U.S. Navy and retired in 2000...

Leon Timothy Register

Leon Timothy Register

Aug 2, 2021

Leon Timothy "Nat" Register, beloved husband of Diana Lea Register, went home to be with the Lord on August 2, 2021. A celebration of his life will be held on Saturday, August 7, 2021 from 4:00 PM until 6:00 PM at Thomas L King Funeral Home, 124 Davis Rd. Martinez GA 30907.

He is preceded in death...

Hasting “H.B.” Odom, Jr.

Hasting “H.B.” Odom, Jr.

Aug 1, 2021

Hasting, known by many as H.B., peacefully entered into rest on August 1, 2021.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Marian; and his grandson, Hasting Odom IV "Bubba". He is survived by his daughter, Deborah Brannon (Cliff); his son, Hasting Odom III (Angela); stepson, Billy Pendell; grandchildren; and great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held...

Thomas Wade Iii

Thomas Wade Iii

Jul 29, 2021

Mr. Thomas E. Wade III entered into rest on July 29th, 2021 in Augusta GA. Born on March 23rd , 1950 in Tampa, FL. He was a talented artist who loved cars, music and gardening. He is survived by his sister Susan (Susie) Muse and his 3 daughters Kendyl Wade, Jennifer Mills and Elena Bradford and his 4 grandchildren....

Elizabeth Ann (Brock)  Stewart

Elizabeth Ann (Brock) Stewart

Jul 29, 2021

Ms. Stewart 76 went home to be with the Lord Thursday July 29 2021. She is survived by daughter Angela Smith (Tony) and granddaughter Amberly Smith. Additional survivors are two brothers Jack Brock Jr. (Donna) and Wendell Brock (Karen). She was secretary of her Sunday School Class at Abilene Baptist Church for 10 years. Family will receive friends on...

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