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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Robert Louis Becsey Jr.

Robert Louis Becsey Jr.

Oct 10, 2025

Robert Becsey Jr. passed away at the age of 71 on October 10, 2025. He is survived by his daughter, Jennifer Becsey of Martinez, Georgia; his son, Robert Becsey III of Phoenix, Arizona; his granddaughter, Anslee Becsey of Martinez, Georgia; his brother, David Becsey of Indianapolis, Indiana; and his loyal companion, his “little warrior,” Stryker.

Robert dedicated his life to his...

Lisa Lynne Lucas

Lisa Lynne Lucas

Oct 7, 2025

Lisa Lynne Lucas, age 62, passed away peacefully on October 7th, 2025, in Augusta, Georgia, after a courageous battle with esophageal cancer. Born on May 16th, 1963, in Anaheim, California, Lisa brought light, laughter, and love into the lives of all who knew her.

Lisa was the beloved daughter of Robert Lucas (1937–2008) and Patricia Ann Allen (1937–1999), and the cherished...

Shirley Ann Nash McBurney

Shirley Ann Nash McBurney

Oct 5, 2025

Shirley Ann Nash McBurney, 89, of Augusta, Georgia, passed away on October 5, 2025, in Augusta, Georgia.

Shirley was born in Wilkes County, Georgia, to Brosier and Maybell Nash on November 29, 1935. She went to school in Tignall and Washington, Georgia, and High school at Richmond Academy in Augusta. She graduated from Montreat College in North Carolina.

Shirley married James Boyd...

Claude Joseph Roberts

Claude Joseph Roberts

Oct 4, 2025

Claude Joseph Roberts (Papa CJ) 75 of Tiger and Louisville, GA passed away in the VA Hospital in Augusta, GA on October 4, 2025. He was the son of Claude R. and Dora Turpin Roberts born December 4, 1949 in Atlanta, GA. He was a Veteran of the US Army serving in Vietnam and was the recipient of 4 Purple...

Steven Douglas Shawver

Steven Douglas Shawver

Oct 3, 2025

Steven “Steve” Douglas Shawver, 68, passed away peacefully on the morning of October 3, 2025 surrounded by his loved ones in Augusta, Georgia. Steve was born in Rockford, Illinois before he moved to Augusta, Georgia in 1983 where he met Cindy who he has been married to for forty years now.

Steve was a musician who played guitar with his band,...

Ervin "Bubba" Bush

Ervin "Bubba" Bush

Sep 29, 2025

Ervin “Bubba” Bush went to meet Jesus face to face on September 29, 2025, at the age of 79. A mighty man of God, Bubba’s greatest joy in life was sharing about his Savior, Jesus Christ. His faith was unwavering, and his love for the Lord touched the lives of everyone who knew him.

Next to his love for Jesus, Bubba’s...

Michael Anthony McBeath

Michael Anthony McBeath

Sep 27, 2025

Michael Anthony McBeath, 41, of Augusta, Georgia, passed away on September 27, 2025, in Augusta.

Michael was born on October 11, 1983, in Augusta to Rebecca Porter and Phillip McBeath. He worked as a carpenter for Master Carpenters Inc., where his dedication and craftsmanship were well known and respected.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Rebecca Porter; his beloved aunt,...

William “Bill” C. Meredith

William “Bill” C. Meredith

Sep 26, 2025

William C. “Bill” Meredith, age 90, of Augusta, Georgia, passed away on September 26, 2025, at Fairview Park Hospital in Dublin, Georgia.

Bill was born on July 16, 1935, in Beckley, West Virginia, to Owen Meredith and Lucy (McDonough) Meredith. He was a Korean War-Era veteran, trained as a medic. He served in the infantry in Germany as part of the...

William "Bill" R. DeGroat

William "Bill" R. DeGroat

Sep 26, 2025

William “Bill” Robert DeGroat passed away on September 26, 2025.

He was born in Port Jervis, New York on January 11, 1964.

Bill is survived by his sisters, Cindy Lou (Lewis) Smith and Penny Ann DeGroat; brother, Frank (Janice) DeGroat; nieces, Crystal DeGroat, Courtney Laird and Anastasia Smith; Great-Aunts, Edie Nicolas and Helen Howell.

He is preceded in death by parents, Lewis E....

Lisa S. Evangelisto

Lisa S. Evangelisto

Sep 18, 2025

On September 18, 2025, Lisa S. Evangelisto passed away. She was born on December 22, 1959 to the late Florence and late Dino Basso. She was the loving wife of Rick Evangelisto, devoted mother of Dena Skillman and husband Phil, Greg Rollman, and Rachel Rollman; cherished grandmother of Jessica, Alexandra, and Lucas; and dear sister of Shawn Holmes and husband...

Christopher Chason Roberts

Christopher Chason Roberts

Sep 16, 2025

Christopher Chason Roberts, 51 of Blythe, Georgia, was tragically and unexpectedly lost on September 16, 2025. 

Chris came into the world in Waynesboro, Georgia in 1974 to Thomas and Catherine Roberts (Burns) and he was a firecracker from day one – being born in the back of a rural mail truck. Chris was an avid animal lover. He loved anything to...

Julian Weatherford

Julian Weatherford

Sep 12, 2025

Julian Edward Weatherford, 74, passed away at home with family on September 12, 2025.

Julian was the son of late Vernon and Lorraine Parker. He had four sisters and three brothers – Patsy Carswell, Paulett Wiggins, Marie Woods, Lorraine Thompson, Johnny Weatherford, Dude Weatherford and Ray Weatherford.

Julian enjoyed listening to his classic country music and watching old Westerns like Gun Smoke...

Sandra Chavous

Sandra Chavous

Sep 12, 2025

Sandra Snellings Chavous, 80, of Hephzibah,Ga, passed away on September 12, 2025 in Augusta, Ga.

Sandy was born in Augusta, Ga to Joseph & Marie Snellings on September 6, 1945. She was raised in Langley, SC and moved to Georgia when she was 18.

She worked as a waitress for Waffle House for 46 years. Yes, she worked until August 24, 2025...

Harry William Bodemann, Jr.

Harry William Bodemann, Jr.

Sep 12, 2025

Harry William Bodemann, Jr., 72, passed away at home on Friday, September 12, 2025 in North Augusta, South Carolina.

Harry was born in Seattle, Washington to Harry William Bodemann, Sr. And Elizabeth Cornelia Bodemann (Sanborn) on July 9, 1953. He attended The Stony Brook School and after graduation attended Randolph-Macon College, ultimately earning his MBA at Lake Forest College. He married...

Glenn T. Horne

Glenn T. Horne

Sep 8, 2025

Glenn T. Horne of Augusta, GA. passed away at his home, surrounded by his loving family, on Monday September 8, 2025. Glenn was born in Philadelphia, PA on July 7,1957 to Jesse and Iris Horne. He was blessed to be raised by his grandmother, Mabel Horn on Bayvale Road in Augusta. He married Veronica Kirkland on May 9, 1981. They...

Brandon Lee Baker

Brandon Lee Baker

Sep 8, 2025

Brandon Lee Baker, 43, of Augusta, Georgia, passed away on September 8, 2025.Born and raised in Augusta, Brandon was known for his love of the outdoors, especially fishing and camping, and for the special bond he shared with his dog, Crucy. He had a gift for making people laugh and was always ready with a joke to brighten someone’s day.Brandon’s...

Dorothy Spencer

Dorothy Spencer

Sep 7, 2025

Dorothy Marie Spencer, born September first, nineteen twenty-nine, passed away peacefully at ninety-six, known till the end for her sharp wit. 

She spent her last five joyful years at Claiborne Assisted Living in Augusta, where she touched many lives. 

Survived by sons John Charles (Chuck) Spencer and James Scott Spencer, and grandchildren Laci, Oscar, and Alice. Married to Billy K. Spencer for...

Archie Ray Bozeman

Archie Ray Bozeman

Sep 5, 2025

Archie Ray Bozeman of Grovetown, GA passed away peacefully at home in the early hours of Friday, September 5, 2025.

“Ray” was born in Roanoke, VA to Archie and Evelyn. He met and married the love of his life, Deborah Maria Spraker in 1968. They were married for almost 57 years. Through those years, they endured many military moves, enjoyed the...

Thomas David Norris

Thomas David Norris

Sep 4, 2025

Thomas David Norris, 61, of Thomson, Georgia, passed away peacefully at home on September 4, 2025.

Born on February 19, 1964, at Vandenburg Air Force Base in Santa Maria, California, Thomas was the son of the late Mary Nell Saults and the late Haynes Stanley Norris. He is survived by his devoted wife of 33 years, Janet Wyatt Norris, and their...

Thomas David Norris

Thomas David Norris

Sep 4, 2025

Thomas David Norris, 61, of Thomson, Georgia, passed away peacefully at home on September 4, 2025.

Born on February 19, 1964, at Vandenburg Air Force Base in Santa Maria, California, Thomas was the son of the late Mary Nell Saults and the late Haynes Stanley Norris. He is survived by his devoted wife of 33 years, Janet Wyatt Norris, and their...

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