Obituaries

Mar 9, 2017

Mrs. Virginia Dunn Teague, 87, wife of the late Mr. Lonnie Bruce Teague entered into rest Thursday, March 09, 2017. Mrs. Teague a lifelong resident of Augusta, was Christian and a homemaker. Survivors include her daughters; Barbara Youngblood, Janet Oglesby (Glenn), sons; Mickey Agner (Susan), Larry Agner (Pat), Glenn Agner (Christy),Steven Teague, Mark Teague (Sharla), and Phillip Teague (Donna), sisters;...

Mar 7, 2017

Carole Shaw McClure, 74 of Appling, Georgia wife of 53 years to Gerald (Jerry) McClure passed away March,7, 2017 surrounded by her family and friends at home. She was born December 29, 1942 in Athens, Georgia to Mamie and I.G. Shaw. In addition to her husband, Carole is survived by a son William Preston McClure of Waynesville, North Carolina and...

Mar 6, 2017

George Allen Roberts, entered into rest on Monday March 6, 2017 at Augusta University Medical Center.A graveside service in procession will be 1:30 PM Friday March 10,2017 at Hillcrest Memorial Park.An avid hunter and lover of life. He retired from Oxy-Chem. Survivors include his wife Jessica Roberts; mother Edna Wilkinson; son Gavin Roberts; daughters Dena Williams ,Crystal Wagneer, Jessie Roberts,...

Mar 6, 2017

Mr. Jon Lanier Reichard, 61, husband of Janice Christine “Christy” Brown Reichard, entered into rest at the Charlie Norwood VA Medical Center in Augusta. Jon, raised in Augusta, was retired from US Navy and Ferguson Enterprises. Additional survivors include his step-daughters, Abigail Hunt (Jonathan), Elizabeth Keathley (Winn), Sara Ferguson, father, Dr. Sherwood Reichard and mother; Janet W. Reichard. Sister; Deborah...

Mar 4, 2017

Mrs. Helen A. Gustafson, 94, wife of the late Donald Gustafson, entered into rest March 4, 2017. Helen was a teacher, travel agent, and a Silver Life Master member of the CSRA Bridge Club. Born in Fargo, ND., she lived in WI, IL, FL, NC and settled at Brandonwilde in Evans, GA for the past 9 years. She is survived...

Mar 3, 2017

Mr. Edward William Gahm, 86, of Oakridge Drive, Martinez, Georgia , born March 9, 1930 in Darlington, Wisconsin, entered into rest Friday, March 3, 2017. Mr. Gahm has lived in Georgia since 1978 and was a former resident of Fairbury, Illinois and the son of the late Mary Schwartz Nelson and the late Ray Blackbourne. He was retired from Airco...

Mar 2, 2017

Mrs. Kathleen Lou Linzey,68, wife of Mr. Aubrey Dale Linzey, entered into rest March 2, 2017 at her residence in Dearing, Ga. Kathleen a native of Covington, Kentucky was a Accountant for Holiday Camper & Boats in Columbia, SC., A memorial service will be held at 2:00 pm at McNeill Funeral Home Monday, March 6, 2017.

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,...