Obituaries

Recent Obituaries in Augusta, GA

Browse recent obituaries and death notices for the Augusta, GA area. Each tribute honors a life lived and reflects the diverse traditions, cultures, and stories that shape our community.

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Joseph Reuben Washburn

Joseph Reuben Washburn

Apr 24, 2026

Joseph Reuben Washburn, 89, of Martinez, Georgia went to be with the Lord on April 24, 2026. 

He was born to Lewis and Edith Washburn on October 6, 1936. 

Joseph is survived by his loving wife, Helga Eller; sons, Allen and Jeff Washburn; stepson, Michael Eller; stepdaughter, Dana (Chris) Niehus; sisters, Norma Burns, Brenda Durden and Bonita Schultz; and many grandchildren and...

Rudolph Haynes

Rudolph Haynes

Apr 22, 2026

Rudolph Haynes, born April 8, 1944, in Falmouth, Trelawny, Jamaica, lived a life marked by quiet strength, resilience, and enduring love. He later made a bold transition in 2016, relocating to the United States, where he spent his final years in Hephzibah, Georgia.

Rudolph was a devoted husband to his beloved wife, Elsa, and a proud father whose legacy continues through...

Savanna Elaine Herrington

Savanna Elaine Herrington

Apr 15, 2026

Savanna Elaine Herrington, 21, of Augusta, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, in Augusta, GA.

Savanna was a vibrant, beautiful soul whose presence brought light, laughter, and love to everyone around her. She had a way of making people feel seen and cared for, with a heart that was kind, loyal, and genuine. Her spirit was full of life,...

Darnell Antonio Noble

Darnell Antonio Noble

Apr 15, 2026

Darnell Antonio Noble transitioned on April 15th in the comfort of his home in Augusta Georgia.



Darnell also known as “Tony” was born in Augusta GA to Rosa Lee Keene and James Alvin Noble. He went to school at Glenn hills high. And took some classes at Cecil college. Tony also resided in Washington DC a short period of time then...

Gustavo Rossell

Gustavo Rossell

Apr 12, 2026

Gustavo Rossell, 84, passed away peacefully on April 12, 2026, surrounded by the people who meant the most to him—his beloved wife, whom he lovingly called “Negra,” his daughter Romy, his son-in-law Shane, and his cherished grandchildren: Casey, Sophie, Ella, Erin, and Calvin.

Born on January 15, 1942, in Lima, Peru, Gustavo built a life defined by courage, love, and unwavering...

Susan Lynn Reed

Susan Lynn Reed

Apr 11, 2026

Susan Lynn Reed, 67, passed away peacefully on April 11, 2026, in Augusta, Georgia.

Susan was born on July 5, 1958, in Massachusetts to Donald and Bertha Minor. She later graduated from Tempe High School and went on to build a life centered around hard work, kindness, and deep devotion to her family.

Susan dedicated many years of service to others throughout...

Leona Swanson

Leona Swanson

Apr 9, 2026

Leona H. Swanson of Modoc, SC, passed away on April 8, 2026, at the age of 87.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Frank Swanson; her parents, Leon A. and Viola (Simpson) Hewes; her sisters, JoLena Hewes and Rose-Ellen Small; and her brother, Manley Hewes along with a granddaughter, Tabatha Pearl and a great grandson Alan Newsome.

She is survived...

Angela Ruth Hogan

Angela Ruth Hogan

Apr 6, 2026

Angela Ruth (Newsome) Hogan, age 57, passed away on April 6, 2026, on her birthday.

Angela was born on April 6, 1969, in Fort Dodge, Iowa, to M.B. Newsome and Patricia Martin Newsome. She was raised in Fort Dodge, where she attended and graduated from Fort Dodge Senior High School in 1987.

Angela proudly answered the call to serve her country by...

Willard Eugene Black

Willard Eugene Black

Apr 5, 2026

Willard Eugene Black, 73, entered into rest on Sunday, April 5, 2026, peacefully at his home. Mr. Black was born to the late Wyman and Clara Black in Augusta, GA. He retired as a truck driver, where he was known on the radio handle as Stepping Stone. In his spare time, he always enjoyed spending time with his family and...

Sarah L Piper

Sarah L Piper

Apr 3, 2026

Sarah L Piper entered into rest at her residence on April 3,2026.

She was a graduate of West Side High School and Augusta Technical College. She worked for the Richmond County school system for 30 years as a teacher assistant. She was very generous to all who knew her.

Survivors include her brother, Robert S Piper(Peggy), and her nephew Michael Grazick. 

Funeral services...

Margaret King

Margaret King

Mar 19, 2026

Margaret Alda (Brantley) King of Evans, GA July 8,1941 - March 19, 2026

Margaret King, 84, formerly of Oakton, VA, passed peacefully from complications of vascular dementia on March 19, 2026 in Evans, GA. She was born in Middlesex, NC to the late Winslow and Lottie Brantley.

Surviving family members are her daughter and son-in-law Kelly and Nick Adams; grandchildren, Madelyn (Brandon)...

Marian J. Blackstone

Marian J. Blackstone

Mar 16, 2026

Marian Jordan Blackstone, 90, of Crestview, Florida passed away on March 16, 2026 in Crestview, Florida.

Marian was born June 14, 1935 to Boyd William Jordan & Florrie Spratlin Jordan. She went to school at Warrenville, S.C. She married Fred Sullivan Blackstone, Jr. on October 12th.

She worked as a Packer for SweetHeart Cup Co. for over 30 years. She was involved...

Robert J. Evancic

Robert J. Evancic

Mar 14, 2026

Robert J. Evancic, 74, of Martinez, GA passed away peacefully on March 14, 2026 with family and friends at his bedside.

Robert was born in Cleveland, OH on September 25, 1951 to Norman and Ruth Evancic. He married Linda Evancic on October 13, 1995 in North Augusta, SC.

He was self-employed for most of his life doing ceramic tile, remodeling and enjoyed...

Dorothy Lynnette Childers

Dorothy Lynnette Childers

Mar 13, 2026

Dorothy Lynnette Childers

Born in Pascagoula, Mississippi on July 14, 1942, Lynnette passed away peacefully at home in Edgefield County, the morning of March 13, 2026. She was the daughter of Joseph Calvin Ball and Vivian Kathryn Ball. She was preceded in death by her, parents and two sisters Pat and Jean.

Lynnette was a devoted wife of Nelson V. Childers and...

Taylor Marie Reese

Taylor Marie Reese

Mar 11, 2026

Taylor Marie Reese, 33, of Martinez, passed away on March 11, 2026, in Augusta, GA.

Taylor was born in Augusta to Jeantte Whaley and Randy Reese on December 5th, 1992. She went to school at Evans High School and graduated from Augusta Technical College with a degree in Cosmetology.

Taylor brought lightness and wonder wherever she went, the kind of spirit that...

Teri Lynn Doyle

Teri Lynn Doyle

Mar 10, 2026

Teri Lynn Doyle, 59, of Thomson, Georgia entered into rest on March 10, 2026 at her home.

She leaves behind her husband of 19 years, Tommy Doyle; her father, Robert O’Neal and his wife, Michele; her brothers, Patrick O’Neal, Nick O’Neal, Tony Meyer and Todd Livingston; sister, Mandy Yonce and many nieces, nephews and friends.

Teri’s love for the outdoors brought her...

William Dean McCalester

William Dean McCalester

Mar 8, 2026

William Dean McCalester (aka BONE), of Hepzibah, GA, passed away on March 8 th after a long courageous fight with bladder cancer, a leg amputation on top of heart issues at the age of 71.

He was born in Parsons, Kansas to Max and Renate McCalester. William graduated from Bethel High School in Hampton, VA. After high school he worked as...

Janelle Rollison Lane

Janelle Rollison Lane

Mar 6, 2026

Janelle Rollison Lane, born July 2, 1940, passed away March 6th, 2026. She is survived by her daughter, Deborah Lane Burdic (Gary), her son Roy Lee Lane Jr (Karen), grandchildren: William Tim Springfield, III (Jennifer), Anthony Lee Lane, step grandson Jason Drew, and one brother, Willard Branch. Janelle was preceded in death by her parents James and Alice Rollison, brother...

Ronald Lester Blakey

Ronald Lester Blakey

Mar 3, 2026

Ronnie Blakey, a devoted pipefitter with Local 150 Union, passed away on March 3, 2026, at the age of 73. A lifelong resident of Hephzibah, Ga., Ronnie is remembered for his lifelong friendships, chicken on the grill, and love for western movies and rock & roll music. Preceded in death by his father, Robert L. Blakey, daughter, Rachel Blakey, and...

Miriam Christine Heckman

Miriam Christine Heckman

Mar 3, 2026

Miriam Christine Edwards Heckman

January 1949 – March 2026

Miriam Christine Edwards Heckman passed away in March 2026 at the age of 77, leaving behind a legacy of unwavering love, faith, and charity that will endure in the hearts of all who knew her.

Born in January 1949, Miriam grew up with a deep appreciation for family, friendship, and hard work. Never meeting...

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