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Haeng Suk Burgess
Aug 23, 2021
Mrs. Haeng Suk Burgess, 66, of Augusta GA, entered into rest on August 23, 2021. Mrs. Burgess was born in South Korea and had been a cashier. She is survived by her daughter Nari (Michael) Garrett, and her granddaughter Araiya Garrett. The family will have private services at a later time. Thomas L. King Funeral Home and Cremation Service...
Mark Anthony Cliatt
Aug 21, 2021
Mark Anthoney Cliatt, age 58, peacefully entered into rest on the morning of August 21, 2021, following a hard-fought battle with Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma. He was surrounded by his loving family at their home in Grovetown, Georgia. Mark, the youngest of seven children, was born in Augusta, Georgia on June 14, 1963, to Ralph and Elsie-Mae Cliatt (both deceased). He...
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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
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
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
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
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.
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...
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