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Recent Obituaries in Augusta, GA

Browse recent obituaries and death notices for the Augusta, GA area. Each tribute honors a life lived and reflects the diverse traditions, cultures, and stories that shape our community.

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William (Chuck) Charles Reese

William (Chuck) Charles Reese

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...

Geneva Dye

Geneva Dye

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...

Catherine Lorene Reese

Catherine Lorene Reese

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...

Mary Brooks

Mary Brooks

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.

Wanda P. Forester

Wanda P. Forester

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...

Thomas E. Watson, Dvm

Thomas E. Watson, Dvm

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...

Shirley Ann Holder

Shirley Ann Holder

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...

James E. Williams

James E. Williams

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...

Esa Mageo

Esa Mageo

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...

Michael A. Lee

Michael A. Lee

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...

James E. Blocker

James E. Blocker

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.

Howard T. Youngblood

Howard T. Youngblood

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...

Wilbert Scott

Wilbert Scott

Dec 31, 2015

Mr. Wilbert Scott Augusta, Ga., entered into rest December 31, 2015. Mr. Wilbert Scott born in 1930 in Louisville, KY and retired from the U.S. Navy. He is survived by his sons, Douglas Scott (Linda); Marlon Scott (Sandra); brother, Charles Scott and Three grandchildren. A memorial gathering will be held Tuesday from 6:00-7:00 pm at McNeill Funeral Home.

Richard Cecil Hawkins

Richard Cecil Hawkins

Dec 31, 2015

Mr. Richard C. Hawkins Augusta, GA. Mr. Richard Hawkins,76, entered into rest December 31st, 2015. Mr. Hawkins proudly served in the United States Army and Marines, and retired from Georgia Iron Works, where he worked as a machinist. He is survived by his son, Richard C. Hawkins, Jr., and his sister, Pat Bartlett. A memorial service will be held at...

Bernard John Burawski

Bernard John Burawski

Dec 30, 2015

Hephzibah, GA. Bernard John Burawski, age 79, of Hephzibah, passed away Wednesday, December 30, 2015. He was born August 14, 1936 in Wilkes Barre, PA., to the late Frank and Ana Gluchowski Burawski.He retired from the U. S. Army and was a Police Officer for the VA Medical Centers in Augusta. He is survived by his wife Ingeborg Perlberg Burawski...

Leonard Bailey

Leonard Bailey

Dec 28, 2015

Hephzibah, GA. Leonard Bailey, age 82, of Hephzibah, passed away December 28, 2015, at his residence. He was born March 10, 1933 in Saulsville, West Virginia, to the late Arnold French and Naomi Canada Bailey.She was preceded in death by his wife, Virginia Duncan Bailey; 1 grandchild and 1 great grandchild.He worked as a mechanic for Sunbelt Nissan for many...

John Clarence Hanson

John Clarence Hanson

Dec 27, 2015

Graniteville, SC. Mr. John Clarence Hanson, 80, husband of Mrs. Dorothy Hanson, entered into rest Sunday, December 27, 2015. Mr. Hansonmoved to Graniteville in 2003, butwas a native of Ocala, Florida. He worked as a Field Engineer for Advanced Engineer, and wasa proud Veteran of the United States Navy. He was also member of River Front Church in North Augusta,...

Sharon Ann Harris

Sharon Ann Harris

Dec 26, 2015

Augusta, GA. Sharon Ann Harris, age 61, of Augusta, passed away December 26, 2015, at the VA Medical Center. Family will receive friends Monday 11 am to 12 Noon at THE POTEET FUNERAL HOME, 3465 Peach Orchard Rd., HWY 25, Augusta, 30906, with memorial services to follow at 12 Noon with Brother Moses Moore, officiating.

Hubert Joe Conrad

Hubert Joe Conrad

Dec 24, 2015

Augusta, GA. Hubert Joe Conrad, age 86, of Augusta, passed away December 24, 2015. He was born February 27, 1929.He served in the U. S. Army and was a heavy equipment operator for the Apac Co.He was a member of Pine View Baptist Church for over 40 years. He was preceded in death by his wife, Betty Conrad and 1...

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