Obituaries

Nov 16, 2022

JEWEL BEARD, 77, OF AIKEN SC PASSED AWAY ON NOVEMBER 16, 2022 TO BE WITH OUR LORD AND HER HEAVENLY FAMILY. SHE IS THE DAUGHTER OF THE LATE WILLIE MILES BEARD AND BETSY GORDON BEARD. JEWEL IS SURVIVED BY 4 SONS, GLENN GRIFFIN (TERESA), MIKE GRIFFIN, KEVIN ZORN (REBECCA), AND PHILLIP BEARD (NAOMI), SISTER NANCY CRUMPTON (ROBERT), 12 GRANDCHILDREN AND...

Nov 13, 2022

Maj. Louis W. House Sr. November 15, 2022 Maj. Louis W. House Sr., age 84, was called home by God on November 13, 2022. Louis was born in Birmingham, Alabama, on October 15, 1938, to the late Louis Benjamin House and Pearl House. He graduated from the University of Nebraska with a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice and...

Nov 12, 2022

A celebration of life will be held at the Hephzibah Cemetery on February 2, 2023, her birthday. A graveside gathering at her sons resting place. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Whispering Pines Baptist Church in Hephzibah, in memory of Patsy.

Nov 2, 2022

Maxie, Michael Alonzo, 9/27/1986 – 11/2/2022 Augusta, GA passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his family after a brief illness. He was 36 years old. Michael was born September 27, 1986, in Ft. Campbell, KY to Bennie and Ann (Nieman) Maxie. He was rambunctious and outgoing and had a huge heart. He will be missed by all who...

Oct 30, 2022

Augusta, Georgia – Thomas Wells Fulmer, 63, entered into rest October 30, 2022, at his residence. Thomas was born in Aiken County, SC on March 13, 1959, to the late Cambern and Frances Drawdy Fulmer. He worked as a painter in Augusta, GA and surrounding communities. Survivors include his daughter, Heather Mercado (Rafael); brother Tracy A. Fulmer; sister Magdelene F....

Oct 30, 2022

Dana Wilson Cadiere, 48, passed away October 30, 2022.

Dana was a loving and caring person with an infectious smile and a heart of gold. She was loved dearly by the kids at Grace Methodist CDC where she worked as a preschool teacher.

Survivors include two children. Hunter Cadiere and Cori Cadiere. Her parents Diane...

Oct 28, 2022

James D. Smith, 77, entered into rest October 28, 2022, at Piedmont Augusta Hospital, husband of Gwendolyn F. Smith. Mr. Smith was a Veteran of the U.S. Army, Additional survivors include his children, Judith D. Wall, David Y. Smith; Michael R. Smith; and James A. Smith; Four grandchildren and three great grandchildren. A Celebration of his life will be held...

Oct 22, 2022

Roberta Lee Morey, 58 passed away October 22, 2022. Roberta was born October 23, 1963 in Auburn, New York to the late Joe and Grace Ripley. On November 16, 1985, she married her dear Maurice in Chittenango, New York. Roberta worked for 30 years at Belair West Animal Clinic. As one of Jehovah's Witnesses, she devoted 30 years in the...

Oct 21, 2022

Dr. Joseph E. McCarthy, 82, of Augusta, GA passed away peacefully on October 21, 2022. Joseph was born in Massachusetts but once settled in Maine, called that wonderful state home. He graduated from Biddeford High School, acquired his Bachelor’s from what was St. Francis College (Now the University of New England) and moved on to Oregon State University where he...

Oct 20, 2022

Rebecca Barnes Porter, 66, entered into rest at her residence on October 20, 2022 surrounded by her family.

Rebecca was born August 19, 1956 in Augusta, Georgia to the late Lewis & Irene Irick Barnes.

She was a traveling nurse and a member of Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church.

Survivors include her son...

Oct 19, 2022

Elizabeth C. Smith, 92, entered into rest October 19, 2022, at Camellia Walk in Evans, Georgia, wife of the late James Lamar Smith. Elizabeth a native of Laurens County Georgia made her home here in Augusta, Georgia where she was a retired School Crossing Guard for Richmond County Georgia and member of Sherwood Baptist Church. Survivors include her daughters Julie...

Oct 16, 2022

Barry Grady Purcell passed away on Sunday, October 16, 2022. He was 58 years old. Barry was born in Duluth, Georgia on July 24, 1964, to the late Edwin Grady Purcell and Faye Harrison Beatty. He is also preceded in death by his brother Johnny Purcell and his sister Trina Conn. Barry is survived by his son Alex Purcell and...

Oct 15, 2022

Valerie Vivian Miles, 55, entered into rest Saturday, October 15, 2022, at her residence, wife of Richard Jackson Miles, Jr.

Valerie born April 26, 1967, in Lakeland, Florida to the late Robert S. and Janet Waters Vivian.

Graveside services will be held on Thursday, October 20, 2022, at Bellevue Memorial Gardens at 11:00 am with...

Oct 10, 2022

James Leonard May, Sr., 71, entered into rest October 10, 2022 at his residence, husband of the late Vickie Van Buren May. Born July 16, 1951 in Augusta, Georgia to the late Allen & Hazel Strain May, he worked for the City of Augusta Fire Department and he was a Painter. Survivors include his sons, James L. May, Jr., (Judy);...

Oct 10, 2022

Gail Elizabeth Parrett Urdzela, 80, entered into rest October 10, 2022, wife of the late Walter V. Urdzela. She is survived by her children, Walter Urdzela (Tammy) and Tammy Lisering, four grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren. Her wishes were to be cremated and no services at this time.

Oct 6, 2022

Michael Wayne Anderson, 65, of Beech Island, SC, beloved husband of 30 years to Cynthia Anderson, lost his battle to cancer on Thursday, October 6, 2022, in Augusta, GA. Celebration of Life services will be held at 5:00 p.m. Thursday, October 13, 2022, at The American Legion Post 178 located at 3219 Richmond Hill Road Augusta, GA 30906. Michael was...

Oct 3, 2022

Cherry Sue Hoover entered into rest on October 3, 2022, in Augusta, GA Cherry was born in Sumpter, South Carolina on August 15, 1958. Cherry lived in many places but called Augusta Home. She enjoyed gardening and spending time outdoors. Cherry was a free spirit who loved everyone. She was well known for her big smile and Hugs. Cherry is...

Oct 1, 2022

Ken Booker of Martinez, Georgia, husband of Pam Christie Booker, went home to be with the Lord October 1, 2022. Ken was born in Brewton, Alabama , the son of Jeanette Weekes & Robert L. Booker. He has 2 sons, Rob (Karisa) & Kevin Booker,; one step daughter Melissa Baxter, & five grandchildren---Caitlyn & Ethan Booker (Rob) & Blake, Brina...

Sep 28, 2022

Mr. Francis (Ivey) Walters 74 of North Augusta, SC entered into rest on September 28,2022.

Ivey was a resident of North Augusta.  He was a very loving husband, father, grandfather and friend.  He enjoyed being with his family and friends.   He enjoyed the outdoors, traveling and listening to music.  Ivey was preceded in death by his parents,...

Sep 27, 2022

Nickey Lee Lard born July 25, 1962 passed away at Pruitt Health of Aiken South Carolina on Tuesday September 27, 2022 at the age of 60. Nickey was a long time resident of Bath, S.C. , where he worked as a handyman and yard maintenance. Nickey loved listening to country music, watching TV, and spending time with his friends. He...