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Steven  James Richards

Steven James Richards

Mar 21, 2019

Steven J. "Red" Richards, 59, of Augusta passed away Thursday, March 21, 2019, at Windermere Nursing Home in Augusta. Steven was born at Fort Gordon Hospital on April 11, 1959 and lived in Augusta for most of his life. A proud Army Veteran and member of the American Legion Post 178. He was employed at Construction Consultants of Augusta for...

Bettina  Auman Colburn

Bettina Auman Colburn

Mar 18, 2019

Mrs. Bettina Auman Colburn, age 78, entered into rest Monday, March 18, 2019 at home surrounded by her loved ones. A memorial service will be held 2:00 P.M. Friday, March 22, 2019 at North Augusta Seventh Day Adventist Church, 806 Tyler Avenue, North Augusta, SC 29841, with Pastor Ben Rueda officiating. Family members include her husband, Danny Howard Tucker, Sr.,...

Linda Rae Hurt Ellington

Linda Rae Hurt Ellington

Mar 16, 2019

Mrs. Linda Rae Hurt Ellington, age 71, beloved wife of C. Wayne Ellington, entered into rest Saturday, March 16, 2019 at home surrounded by her loved ones. Mrs. Ellington was born in Warrenville, SC to the late Alvin and Florence Hurt. She had retired from Columbia County School Systems as a Para-professional. She was a devoted and loving wife, mother,...

Lucille  Heustess Gray

Lucille Heustess Gray

Mar 16, 2019

Lucille Heustess Gray, Retired Richmond County 1st Grade Teacher Mrs. Lucille Heustess Gray, 99, of 4640 Herford Farm Road, Evans, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on March 16, 2019. The memorial service will be held 3:00 P.M. Friday, March 22, 2019 at Warren Baptist Church with Dr. David McKinley and Rev. Dave Dillard officiating....

Richard  William Corley

Richard William Corley

Mar 14, 2019

Entered into rest at Augusta State Medical Center on March 14, 2019 Mr. Richard Corley of Augusta, He was the son of the late Josh H. and Gladys Corley. Mr. Corley served in the United States Marines. He was the owner of the A-C Towel Company for many years. He was preceded in death by his son Greg Corley, Brothers...

Karrie  Deann Braswell

Karrie Deann Braswell

Mar 13, 2019

Entered into rest on March 7,2019 Ms. Karrie DeAnn Braswell of Augusta Ga. Graveside services will be held Thursday March 14,2019 at1:00pm in Sunset Memorial Gardens 2648 Jefferson Davis Hwy Graniteville SC. with Preacher Jerry Redmond officiating.The family will receive friends from 10:00am -12:00 noon on Thursday at the funeral home prior to the service. In lieu of flowers donations...

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...

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