Obituaries

May 29, 2023

Glenn Howard of Appling GA passed away May 29, 2023 at his home. Glenn was a retired electrician and a member of IBEW Local 1579. Glenn never met a stranger and enjoyed life to the fullest. He would often be seen walking along Washington Rd between Appling and Martinez. Glenn is survived by his mother, Gwinnette Howard and his sisters,...

May 28, 2023

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Richard Branker Jr., who was born on April 11,1987 in Brooklyn New York, and passed away on May 28th, 2023. Richard attended Brooklyn High School of the Arts and played in musical band. Richard was a beloved husband to the love of his life Christina Branker and a devoted...

May 27, 2023

James Wilbur McCorkle, 82, of Augusta, GA went to be with our Lord and Savior on Saturday, May 27, 2023 following a brief illness. James was born on April 14, 1941, the first of four sons born to Chesley and Lillian McCorkle. He was a butcher and trained many others to do this as well, first at Food Land in...

May 22, 2023

Deborah Kay Burgess, 72, of Martinez, GA, passed away Monday, May 22, 2023. Kay was the daughter of Dorothy Harper and the late John L. “Jay” Harper, Sr., of Owensboro, KY. Kay loved her family and enjoyed spending time with them. Having cookouts and get togethers at her house with family and friends were some of her favorite times. She...

May 18, 2023

Beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend Jimmy survived by his children Kimberly Taylor (her children Colby and Lakely), Angela Glasscock (her daughter Delaney), Tommy (Meagan) Glasscock (his children Brooklynn, Liliana, and Everleigh), James (Krystal) Glasscock (their children Melody and Isabella) Shaun Langford (sons Caleb and Danny) Also his children’s mother Anne and life long friend Ricky West. Brother Terry (Debbie)...

May 17, 2023

May 7, 2023

Mrs. Betty Ann Reese of North Augusta, South Carolina passed away on May 7, 2023. She was born in Memphis, Tennessee on May 1, 1930. She was preceded in death by her parents Lydia and John Carpenter, brother Bill Carpenter, husband of 69 years William Andrew Reese in March 2020, and by her eldest son Robert Scott Reese in August...

May 5, 2023

Beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather, Great Grandfather, Brother, (in law ) Uncle and Friend ~ Passed away May 5th,2023 Tony was born January 21, 1955 in Augusta Ga to Sherrill & Dolly Dickenson. He was an I & E Tech by trade, working on the Gulf coast then later, moving back to Augusta to work for Nutra Sweet ( as well...

May 2, 2023

In Loving Memory of Joan Elizabeth (Burr) Wilson, fondly known as Joni, who graced our lives with love, laughter, and a spirit as bright as the sun. From April 1, 1946, to May 2, 2023, Joni's joyful presence brought warmth and light to all who knew her. Joni was a true artist of life, infusing creativity into everything she touched....

May 2, 2023

Amanda Faye Perry Sinns, 46, entered into rest Tuesday, May 2, 2023, at her home. Amanda was a native of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, and lived in Augusta over the last 40 years. Amanda loved all people and had a servant’s heart. Amanda never met a stranger, and did everything within her means to help those that she cared for. Amanda...

Apr 28, 2023

Clifford Alexander Avrett III passed away peacefully at home on April 28 th , 2023. He was the third child of Henrietta Hildebrant Avrett and Clifford A. Avrett Jr. Born in Augusta, GA on February 21. 1948. He graduated from Butler High School in 1965 and attended Atlanta Dental School. He operated Avrett Dental Lab in Augusta for over 40...

Apr 25, 2023

Ms. Ida C. Cain, 92, enter in rest with her Lord and Savior Jesus, April 25, 2023. Born November 17, 1930 to the late Jordan and Molly Courtney of Wagener SC. She was the youngest of 15 siblings. Ida was a remarkable Christian lady that brought Jesus in the lives of all her children, grand-children, great-grand-children and great-great- grandchildren. Ida...

Apr 23, 2023

Marilyn “Dolly” Sayre, 86, beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother went to her peaceful, heavenly home on April 22, 2023. Dolly was born in Detroit, Michigan to the late Peter and Veronica Budwick. Dolly worked for many years as a bookkeeper with Plunger Heating and Air. Dolly’s greatest joy was spending time with her family. Dolly is survived by her...

Apr 18, 2023

James Edward Smith Sr., age 69, was born to Ossie Smith Jr. and Lillie (Bracher) Smith on September 26, 1953 and passed with his family by his side in Augusta, GA on April 18, 2023. He was preceded in death by both his parents, his sister Joyce, his brother Pete, his brother Johnny, his brother Charles, and his sister JoAnn,...

Apr 14, 2023

In loving memory of Julie Craig Allen Date of birth March 28,1960 Entered into rest April 14, 2023 Celebration of life May 13,2023 @ 1:30 In Hephzibah, Georgia GOD CALLED YOU HOME God looked around his garden And found an empty space; He then looked down upon this earth And saw your tired face. He put His arms around you...

Apr 13, 2023

Rev. Lewis E. Hancock’s On April 13, 2023, the Rev. Lewis Eugene Hancock of Augusta, Georgia, loving husband, father, and “Pop”,completed his work for this life. Born April 18, 1944, to the late Lewis Wilson Hancock and Scrulia Bell Hancock in Pahokee, Florida, Eugene was a graduate of Florida State University with an associate degree in criminal justice and from...

Apr 13, 2023

Arthur Clarence Carlson, Jr entered into rest on April 13, 2023 surrounded by his family. He was born on March 27, 1954 in Fairfax, SC. Art lived most of his life in Jackson, SC. He was a proud veteran of the US Coast Guard. He was a member of the Plumbers & Steamfitters Local 150 out of Augusta, GA with...

Apr 11, 2023

Bill, as he was known by, was born to Edna (Penny) and WWII Pilot, William R. Candy was born in Greenville, SC, but was raised in Vermont. Bill served honorably in the US Navy Submarine Service from 1963-1971 on the following submarines: U.S.S. Fulton, U.S.S. John C. Calhoun, U.S.S. Haddo .His navy service led him into Nuclear Engineering and Project...

Apr 7, 2023

On April 7, 2023, Dr. Martha S. Eames, a fighter of the good fight and a woman of faith, entered into rest at the age of 75. Martha was born on November 5, 1947 and was adopted by Hiram and Grace Sandlin of Anderson, SC. She was a brilliant student, earning the valedictorian of her high school before excelling both...

Apr 6, 2023

Thomas “Tommy” Edward Joiner entered into rest on April 6, 2023. Tommy was surrounded by his loving family and in the arms of his beloved wife as he went home to be with his lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Tommy, a native of Thomaston, Georgia was born on May 14, 1939. Tommy served his country in the National Guard. He...