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Curby  Lee (C.L.)  Smith  Sr.

Curby Lee (C.L.) Smith Sr.

Mar 13, 2019

Mr. Curby Lee (C.L.) Smith, Sr, 95, died peacefully on Wednesday, March 13, 2019. He was a loving husband of 71 years to Anne Miller Smith. He was born in Matthews, Georgia. During the depression years he worked on the family farm and attended school in Blythe where he made many lifelong friends. He served in the CCC's a year...

Michael  Anthony Bayazes

Michael Anthony Bayazes

Mar 12, 2019

Mr. Michael Anthony Bayazes, age 62, entered into rest Tuesday, March 12, 2019 at home surrounded by his loved ones. Michael was born in Augusta to Cynthia Davis Bayazes and the late Stephen Bayazes. Funeral services will be 10:00 A.M. Thursday, March 14, 2019 at Bellevue Memorial Chapel with Reverend Mark Maddox officiating. Interment will follow at Bellevue Memorial Gardens....

Jean  Chiarini Avery

Jean Chiarini Avery

Mar 11, 2019

Mrs. Jean Chiarini Avery, age 83, beloved wife of the late Arthur J. Avery, Jr., entered into rest Monday, March 11, 2019 at home surrounded by her loved ones. Mrs. Avery was born in the Bronx, NY to the late Victor and Ann Chiarini. Mrs. Avery was the Personnel Manager for the Army and Airforce Exchange for 35 years. Funeral...

Joseph  Alfred (Joe)  Moore

Joseph Alfred (Joe) Moore

Mar 7, 2019

Entered into rest on March 7 ,2019 Mr. Joseph (Joe) Alfred Moore of Augusta Ga. Husband of the late Mrs. Jill Ann Moore. Joe was born in Bay City Michigan and worked for Richmond County Board of Education in the Maintenance Dept. Joe was know as a "Jack of all trades" Survivors include one son-Shawn(Ashlee) Moore -Augusta Ga. two daughters-Amy...

Michael  Anthony Sims

Michael Anthony Sims

Mar 7, 2019

Mr. Michael Anthony Sims, age 33, entered into rest Thursday, March 7, 2019. Michael, son of Stephania Hinnant Griffin. (wife of Dr. Chris W. Griffin, was born in Augusta. Michael was employed as a Corrections Officer at (ASMP) Augusta State Medical Prison. Funeral service will be 2:00 P.M. Tuesday, March 12, 2019 at Thomas L. King Funeral Chapel with Chaplain...

Vernon  Eugene Byrd

Vernon Eugene Byrd

Mar 5, 2019

Mr. Vernon Eugene Byrd husband of the late Beatrice Hammer Byrd entered into rest March 2,2019 surrounded by his family, Vernon was retired and a self employed truck driver ,he was a former deacon at Belair Baptist church and was a faithful husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather, he loved traveling on his Harley Davidson and spending time on his...

Andrew  James Mczilkey

Andrew James Mczilkey

Mar 2, 2019

Mr. Andrew James McZilkey, age 22, entered into rest Saturday, March 2, 2019 at Doctors Hospital. Andrew was born in Augusta to Willie and Ronda Watts McZilkey. Funeral services will be 7:00 P.M. Friday, March 8, 2018 at St. Ignatios of Antioch Melkite Eastern Catholic Church with Father Michael Hull celebrant. The family will receive friends from 6:00 P.M. until...

Howard Wesley "Wes" Oldfield

Howard Wesley "Wes" Oldfield

Feb 28, 2019

Howard Wesley "Wes" Oldfield was born September 5, 1968 in Macon, GA. He attended Central High School in Macon, GA, graduating in 1987 then continued his education in the US Army. He also attended University of Phoenix pursuing a B. S. degree in Information System Technology. After he entered the Army, he attained the rank of Chief Warrant Officer 2....

James Walter "Jimmy" Sweat

James Walter "Jimmy" Sweat

Feb 24, 2019

Entered into rest on February 24, 2019 Mr. James "Jimmy" Walter Sweat beloved husband of 63 years to Mrs. Elizabeth James Sweat of Grovetown Ga. Jimmy was born in Cathwood SC. to the late Carl and Jessie Sweat. Jimmy was retired from Knight Packing Company in sales. Additional survivors include two -sons Lee and Ricky Sweat both of Martinez Ga....

Thomas  Allen Stonestreet  Sr.

Thomas Allen Stonestreet Sr.

Feb 23, 2019

Mr. Thomas Allen Stonestreet, Sr., age 79, beloved husband of Sharen Stonestreet, entered into rest Saturday, February 23, 2019 at home surrounded by his loved ones. Mr. Stonestreet was born in Charleston, West Virginia . Mr. Stonestreet retired from the U.S. Army as a 1st SGT, after serving for over 20 years. He was a Vietnam veteran and was decorated...

Larry  James Boyd

Larry James Boyd

Feb 19, 2019

Mr. Larry James Boyd, age 76, entered into rest Tuesday, February 19, 2019 at home surrounded by his loved ones. Mr. Boyd was born in Menlo, GA to the late J.C. And Marie Hughes Boyd. Mr. Boyd graduated from Chattooga High School in 1962 where he had been the Captain of the football and basketball teams. The funeral service will...

Ruby  Louise Quarles

Ruby Louise Quarles

Feb 13, 2019

Entered into rest on February 13, 2019, Mrs. Ruby Louise Quarles, wife of the late Ernest Quarles of Augusta Ga. A graveside service will be today at 3:00pm in Bellevue Memorial Gardens with Rev. Pam Thomas officiating. The family will receive friends from 12:00 noon until 2:00pm at the funeral home today prior to the service. Mrs. Quarles is preceded...

Eddie  Lee Rickerson

Eddie Lee Rickerson

Feb 8, 2019

Mr. Eddie Lee Rickerson, age 75, entered into rest Friday, February 8, 2019 at home surrounded by his family. Mr. Rickerson was born in Augusta to the late Eddie L. and Bessie Jones Rickerson. Mr. Rickerson loved camping and spending time with his family and will be greatly missed. In addition to his parents, Mr. Rickerson is also preceded in...

Robert  R. Beach

Robert R. Beach

Feb 6, 2019

Entered into rest on February 6, 2019 Mr. Robert R. (Bob) Beach of Evans, Georgia husband of Mrs. Frances Hall Beach. Bob was retired from General Motors and was a World War II Army veteran. He was a loving husband of 70 years to Fran. He was preceded in death by his parents Edward and Mary Ann Beach. He is...

Ellen  Irene Parham

Ellen Irene Parham

Feb 1, 2019

Mrs. Ellen Irene Parham, 74, beloved wife of the late Bill Stuart Parham, entered into rest Friday, February 1, 2019 at Doctors Hospital. Mrs. Parham was born in Augusta, GA to the late Willie and Trula Swatzell Maltzsberger. She loved Face Book, quilting, hummingbirds, and all crafts. Mrs. Parham also loved spending time with her family. She was a loving...

Alfred Leon "Al" Robinson  Jr.

Alfred Leon "Al" Robinson Jr.

Jan 29, 2019

Mr. Al L. Robinson Jr. , beloved husband of 29 years to Regina Robinson, entered into rest Tuesday, January 29, 2019 at Doctor's Hospital. Mr. Robinson was born August 7th, 1957 in Ft. Lauderdale, FL. He is preceded in death by his Father, Alfred Leon Robinson Sr., Mother, Bettie Ruth Moore, and Brother, Dennis. Mr. Robinson was a 34 year...

Bernice  Pope Dorn

Bernice Pope Dorn

Jan 29, 2019

Mrs. Bernice Pope Dorn, 81, beloved wife of the late Alvin H. Dorn, entered into rest Tuesday, January 29, 2019 at Doctors Hospital. Mrs. Dorn was born in Moultrie, GA to the late Wesley Pope and Pearl Bohler. She loved spending time with her family. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and sister and will be greatly missed....

Jeanette  Batchelor Owens

Jeanette Batchelor Owens

Jan 23, 2019

Entered into rest on January 23, 2019, Mrs. Jeanette B. Owens of Augusta, GA. Mrs. Owens was born in Sylvania, GA to the late Pete and Norma Batchelor. She was a retired textile worker at Sibley Mill. She was preceded in death by her Husband George Wallace Owens, and a son George Thomas Owens. Survivors include 3 sons George Dale...

James  "Jim" Hedgis

James "Jim" Hedgis

Jan 18, 2019

Mr. James "Jim" John Hedgis, beloved husband of 65 years to Georgia Hedgis, entered into rest Friday, January 18, 2019 at University Hospital. Mr. Hedgis was born August 16, 1930 in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn, NY to the late Nicholas and Calliope Hedgis. Mr. Hedgis graduated from Ft. Hamilton High School and New York University with a degree in Business Administration....

Janet  Adkinson Taitague

Janet Adkinson Taitague

Jan 13, 2019

Janet Adkinson Taitague was called home on January 13, 2019. She is now forever united with her father, Leon Thomas Adkinson; her mother, Quincey Johnson Adkinson; her son, Gregorie Taitague; and her sisters, Dorothy Combee (Johnnie); Marguerite Roig (Jack) and Geraldine Everett Hooks. Janet was born April 16, 1944 in Plant City, Florida. She was a devoted military wife, daughter,...

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