Obituaries

Jan 30, 2016

Waynesboro, GA. Tony M. Mote, age 60, of Waynesboro, passed away Saturday, January 30, 2016. He was born March 19, 1955, in Augusta, to the late Ernest and Lillie Hoyle Mote, Jr.He served in the US Navy.He was preceded in death by his son, Jessie Mote and 4 brothers and 2 sisters. He is survived by his children: Brandy Wright...

Jan 28, 2016

Ms. Shelby Burgamy Whigham Martinez, GA. Ms. Shelby Whigham, 77, entered into rest Thursday, January 28th, 2016. A devoted mother, she gave her daughter, Beth Whigham, her God given wisdom, guidance, and strength. In addition to her daughter, she leaves behind her sister, Margarie Gilmer and brother, Norman Burgamy. Her loving memory will forever be with all who knew her.

Jan 27, 2016

Retired Master Sergeant George Y. Tada U.S. Army Bronze Star Medal – Korea/Vietnam Augusta, GA. – Retired Master Sergeant, George Yoshimasa Tada, United States Army, 87, loving husband of Lisa T. Tada, entered into his eternal rest Saturday, January 27, 2016, at Augusta University Hospital.He was survived by his wife, Lisa Tada, who passed away on June 26, 2016.He was...

Jan 27, 2016

Mr. James E. Enfinger Appling, GA. Mr. James E. Enfinger, 47, husband of Mrs. Tabatha Nicole Enfinger, entered into rest Wednesday, January 27th, 2016. Mr. Enfinger was born in Columbus, GA to Jack and BrendaEnfinger. He spent the majority of his life in Appling, GA, where he worked as a diesel mechanic and welder for American Concrete; however, his true...

Jan 26, 2016

Mrs. Edith Ard Evans, GA. Mrs. Edith Ard, 88, wife of the late Reverend Flemon Jacob Ard, entered peacefully into rest Tuesday, January 26th, 2015. Mrs. Ard was born in Brittons Neck, SC, to Mr. Ruby Lee Richardson and Mrs. Anna Richardson. Before relocating to Evans, Mrs. Ard lived in Lakeland, FL, where she became a dutiful member of Abundant...

Jan 22, 2016

Jan 22, 2016

The family will be having a private service.

Jan 20, 2016

Martinez, GA. Catherine Mallery Conner, age 83, of Martinez, entered into rest Wednesday, January 20, 2016, at the residence of her daughter with all her family surrounding her. She was born February 12, 1932 in Altoona, PA., to the late Richard and Elizabeth Hemcher Mallery.She was preceded in death by her husband of 43 years, William Conner Jr.; her grandson,...

Jan 20, 2016

Mr. William “Chuck” Reese Augusta, GA. Mr. Chuck Reese, 54, entered into rest Wednesday, January 20th. Mr. Reese was a lifelong resident of Augusta, where he worked paramedic for Capital City Ambulance. He is preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Catherine Reese. He is survived by his uncles, David Powell and Willie Bryant; and aunt, Martha Dixon. A...

Jan 20, 2016

Hephzibah, GA. Geneva Dye, age 82, passed away Wednesday, January 20, 2016, at Brentwood Nursing Facility in Waynesboro, GA. She was born in Augusta, GA., on June 1, 1933, to the late Jack and Mattie Reese Widener.She was preceded in death by her husband of 48 years, Peter Paul Dye.Geneva was a member of Faith Baptist Church in Blythe, where...

Jan 20, 2016

Ms. Catherine Lorene Reese Augusta, GA. Ms. Catherine Lorene Reese, 79, entered into rest Wednesday, January 20th. Mrs. Reese was a lifelong resident of Augusta where she worked for Mark’s Manufacturer’s as a seamstress until retirement. She is preceded in death by her parents, Wiley and Lois Bryant, and her son, Chuck Reese. She is survived by her brothers, David...

Jan 18, 2016

Mrs. Mary Chalker-Brooks Stapleton, GA. Mrs. Mary Chalker-Brooks, 72, wife of Mr. Mack Brooks, entered into rest January 18, 2016. In addition to her husband, Mrs. Brooks is survived by her children, Susan Buckley, Scott Kirkendahl, Sherri Kirkendahl, and Stacy Paugh. A memorial Service will be held at Belair Baptist Church at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, January 20th.

Jan 17, 2016

Ms. Wanda Forester. Grovetown, GA. Ms. Wanda Forester, 57, entered into rest Sunday, January 17, 2016. Mrs. Forester was a native of Newberry, SC, but relocated to the Augusta area, where she worked as a licensed practical nurse in the Doctors Hospital Burn Unit. She attended Lewis Memorial United Methodist Church, volunteered with The Lydia Project, and was a part...

Jan 15, 2016

Dr. Thomas E. Watson Retired Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) Grovetown, Ga., entered into rest January 15, 2016. Dr. Thomas E. Watson, husband of Mrs. Othelia L. Watson. Dr. Watson was a native of McKeesport, PA but grew up in Woodsfield, OH, where he lived until he graduated from Ohio State University in 1965. He has lived in the Augusta...

Jan 9, 2016

Mrs. Shirley Ann Holder of Augusta, Georgia, entered into rest January 9, 2016. Mrs. Holder was the wife of the late Mr. Daniel Lee Holder. Mrs. Holder, a native of Rome, NY, has made Augusta her home since 1978 where she was a member of Day Spring Baptist Church. Survived by her sons, Ed and Tim Holder; daughter, Marcie Farrell...

Jan 6, 2016

Hephzibah, Georgia - Mr. John E. Williams (Johnnie "The Sandman") entered into rest on Wednesday, January 6, 2016.Mr. Williams was the son of Moses and Rosa (Samuels) Williams. Mr. Williams was born on August 17, 1939.He was 76 years old. He leaves to cherish his memories his wife of 57 years, Lessie (Cain) Williams; three daughters, Cheryl (Derek) Maddox of...

Jan 5, 2016

Esa Mageo,age 62, died Tuesday January 5th, 2016 in her kids home in Augusta, Ga. She's from Pago Pago, American Samoa. A family service will be held on January 22nd, 2016 at 5 p.m. at the church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints at 2108 East Landing Dr., Augusta, Ga and her final service will be held at the...

Jan 5, 2016

Mr. Michael A. Lee Appling, Ga., entered into rest January 5, 2016 at his residence. Mr. Michael A. Lee, 53, husband of Mrs. Katherine M. Lee. Michael a native of Augusta was a driver for Boral Brick of Augusta. He proudly served in the U.S. Army. A memorial service will be held on Saturday at 2:00 pm at Kiokee Baptist...

Jan 1, 2016

James E. Blocker, 78, of Hephzibah, passed away January 1, 2016 at his residence. Memorial Services will be Thursday, January 7, 2016 at Mt. Vernon Baptist Church, 1930 Olive Road, Augusta, Ga, at 1:00 p.m.

Dec 31, 2015

Mr. Howard T. Youngblood Augusta, Ga., entered into rest December 31, 2015. Mr. Howard T. Youngblood husband of Mrs. Becky Youngblood. Howard always loved, cared for and provided for his family. He was born in Augusta, Georgia and Retired for the City of Augusta. Additional survivors include his children, David Youngblood, Frances Holtsizer, Catherine Lewis, Howard C. Youngblood, Nathalie Inez...