Obituaries

Feb 28, 2017

Mrs. Lucille K. Goddard entered into rest February 28, 2017 at Westwood Nursing Home in Evans, Ga. Mrs. Goddard a native of Eugene, Oregon has lived in the Augusta area since 1986 and attended St. Augustine Episcopal Church, she was retired from the VA as a purchasing agent. There will be no services per her request. She is survived by...

Feb 24, 2017

Thomas A. “Buddy” Berry, entered into rest on Friday February 24, 2017 in Edgefield County, SC. Funeral services will be held 2PM Thursday March 9, 2017 at the Poteet Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Race Lariscy officiating. Interment will follow in West View Cemetery. A member of Sherwood Baptist Church, he was known for his love for other and his...

Feb 23, 2017

Mr. Finis Frank Messick,65, entered into rest February 23, 2017 at his residence. Finis a native of Lihue, HI., has lived in the Augusta area since he was 17, he was a carpenter and a musician. A memorial gathering will be held at McNeill Funeral Home Tuesday, February 28, 2017 from 2:00-4:00 pm. Survivors include his sons; Finis W.K. Messick...

Feb 23, 2017

Mrs. Shirley Jean Gottschalk,82, wife of the late Mr. Frederick Gottschalk, entered into rest February 23, 2017 at her residence. Shirley a native of the Augusta area was a member of Good News Church and a retired LPN at St. Joseph Hospital where she worked with hospice patients. A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, February 28, 2017 at...

Feb 22, 2017

Feb 20, 2017

Mr. William “Harry” Willis,91, entered into rest Monday, February 20, 2017 in Greenwood, SC. Harry was born in Plum Branch and a WWII Veteran of the US Navy, and a Truck Driver and Construction. A graveside service will be conducted on Thursday, February 23, 2017 at 3:00 pm at Robinson Cemetery, Plum Branch, S.C., with Rev. John Noblin officiating. With...

Feb 17, 2017

Lt. Col. (Ret) Jesse Albert Murga of Augusta passed away Friday, February 17, 2017. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, February 22, 2017, in the Chapel of The Poteet Funeral Home with Father Michael Hull officiating. Interment with Military Honors will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Park. Born in Los Angeles and a graduate of Redwood City...

Feb 14, 2017

Ms. Ronda Faye Smith,52, of Augusta, Ga., entered into rest Tuesday February 14, 2017 at Doctors Hospital. Ronda a native of Augusta andattended First Baptist Church of Augusta. She was involved with Easter Seals and the Special Olympics. She is survived by her daughter, Chrystal Gayle Griggs, father, James M. Hobbs, Sr., (Lannette) brothers, James Milton Hobbs,Jr., Andrew Nelson Hobbs...

Feb 12, 2017

Mr. Henry H. Ash, Sr. husband of Theresa A. Ash, entered into rest Sunday February 12, 2017. Henry a native of Augusta was a member of Augusta First Assembly of God and a Painter. Additional survivors include his son, Henry H. Ash, Jr., (Kristy); daughters, Theresa Elaine Roye (Tim); Sherry Farr (and her late husband Michael); seven grandchildren, Justin, Mike,...

Feb 11, 2017

Charles f. Walker, Jr. entered into rest on Saturday February 11, 2017 at University Hospital. Graveside funeral services will be held 11AM Wednesday February 23, 2017 at Hillcrest Memorial Park. Survivors include sister and brother-in-law Deborah and Bruce Christainsen ; nephews Eric and Brian Christainsen . The family will receive friends from 9AM until 10AM on Wednesday morning at Poteet...

Feb 9, 2017

Buford, GA - Louis William Bontempo, entered into rest on Thursday, February 9, 2017. Graveside Funeral Rites will be held 2 PM Monday, February 13, 2017 at Hillcrest Memorial Park with Rev. Mark Van Alstine officiant. Mr. Bontempo served in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict earning a Silver Star. Survivors include his spouse Katherine Bontempo; sons and...

Feb 9, 2017

Augusta, GA - Mrs. Helene Knewell, entered into rest on Thursday, February 9, 2017. A graveside funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, February 17, 2017 at Hillcrest Memorial Park with Deacon David Kriegel officiant.

Feb 6, 2017

Vera Davignon, 88, was born in London Arkansas on March 5, 1928. She entered into Heaven’s Gates on February 6, 2017. Vera was an accomplished mother, homemaker, nurse, businesswoman, and an excellent cook and hostess who enjoyed the company of family and friends. As a military wife, Vera and her family traveled across the globe prior to settling in Grovetown,...

Feb 5, 2017

Mr. Aubrey James Smith,30, husband of Brittny F. Smith, entered into rest Sunday February 5, 2017 at his residence. Aubrey a native of Augusta was a member of Stevens Creek Church. Additional survivors include his daughter, Alora Rose Smith; son, Devin Clary; parents, Lawrence and Donna Stephens Smith; brother, Stephen Dalton Smith; sister, Lauren Melissa Morrow (Justin). A memorial service...

Feb 5, 2017

Mr. William Chris Hardy, Jr., of Augusta, Ga., entered into rest on February 5, 2017. Survivors include his longtime companion, Penny, his 14-year-old Dachshund. His two mothers, June Hughes and Mary Hardy. Four sisters, Honora Daniel, April Hardy Hicks, Chris (Jimmy) Ramos, and Tracy (Amy) Courson, One daughter, Brittany Stringfellow. A memorial gathering will be held Thursday February 9th. At...

Feb 3, 2017

Christina C. Stonier wife of David William Chad Binning, Funeral arrangements are incomplete.

Feb 2, 2017

Mr. Christopher Gregory Van Orden, 36, entered into rest February 2, 2017. Christopher a native of Virginia lived most of his life in Augusta area, he was a welder. Survivors include his parents, Mr. Richard S. Van Orden and his mother, Mrs. Tammy L.Conklin and her husband Jimmy. Daughters, Mya Lynn Van Orden and Angelina Nicole Van Orden, sister, Brandy...

Feb 2, 2017

Mr. James Presley Bosdell, Sr., husband of Mrs. Constance “Connie” Bosdell entered into rest February 2, 2017 at his residence. James lived all his life in area and was a Drywall installer and a member of Grace Fellowship of Augusta. Additional survivors include, sons, James P. Bosdell, Jr., Timothy D. Bosdell; daughters, Angela Bosdell and Tina Bosdell Nichols and two...

Jan 31, 2017

Mr. Travis Thomas Keen entered into rest January 31, 2017 in Augusta, Ga., he was husband of the late Cassey Louise Keen. He was a Retired CSM of the U.S. Army and the city of Columbus, member of North Highland Assemble of God in Columbus, Ga. Survivors include his sister, Mildred I. Gorgodian and his extended family in Augusta, Georgia...

Jan 31, 2017

Mrs. Theresa Ann Mason Bolen,61, wife of Mr. Thurmond T. Bolen entered into rest January 31, 2017 at her residence in Ridgeville, S.C. Theresa a native of Aiken lived in Charleston and Ridgeville, S.C., she was a homemaker and a member of Givhans Baptist Church. Additional survivors include her mother, Ethel Mason, son, Tim Watkins (Crystal), daughter, Stephanie Barr and...