Obituaries
John "Ed" Edward Shepherd
Mar 15, 2025
John "Ed" Edward Shepherd, 82, peacefully entered into his eternal home in Heaven Saturday night, March 15, 2025, at Piedmont Summerville in Augusta.
Born on December 13, 1942, to the late Alma Combs Shepherd and the late Herndon Shepherd, in Virginia, Ed completed his education at Norway High School in Norway, South Carolina, graduating in 1961.
Following high school, Ed dedicated himself...
Lynn Jay Schultz
Mar 11, 2025
Lynn Jay Schultz, 70, departed this life Tuesday evening, March 11, 2025 at his home in Thomson. A memorial service to celebrate his life will be held at 11:00AM Saturday, March 15, 2025 in the Harmony Springs Mennonite Church.
Lynn was born to the late Frances Nichols Schultz and the late Jonas Schultz on November 8, 1954, in Fredonia, Kansas. At...
Harry Batchelor
Mar 6, 2025
Mr. Harry Batchelor passed away peacefully at his residence Thursday morning, March 6, 2025, at the age of 81. Born on May 21, 1943, in Millen, Harry resided on a family-oriented farm in Midville and lived there until his health decline in 2022 when he moved moved to live with his daughter in Avera not long after the passing of...
Muguette Strulus Sawden
Mar 4, 2025
Muguette Francoise Strulus Sawden, born on July 3, 1935, in France, peacefully transitioned into her eternity Tuesday night, March 4, 2025, surrounded by her loving family at her daughter's residence in Wrens. A remarkable woman, Muguette’s life was marked by resilience and dedication, traits that she carried throughout her 89 years.
Growing up in France during the tumultuous period of German...
Peggy Dyches McNeely
Feb 27, 2025
Peggy Dyches McNeely, 80, a beloved member of her church, community and a cherished family matriarch, peacefully entered into her eternal Heavenly home on February 27, 2025, at Viva Senior Living in Albany. Born on April 12, 1944, in Norway, South Carolina, Peggy's life was marked by her unwavering dedication to her family, her remarkable contributions to her community, and...
Annie Holton Yonce
Feb 26, 2025
Annie Kate Holton Yonce, 81, passed away peacefully at her residence Wednesday evening, February 26, 2025, surrounded by her beloved family.
A native of Davisboro, Annie grew up on a farm and attended school in Washington County. She later moved to Augusta to begin her career at Murray Biscuit, later known as Kellogg. She dedicated an impressive 42 years of service...
Kimberly Prickett Blackwell
Feb 24, 2025
Kimberly Marie Prickett Blackwell, 39, passed away peacefully at Wellstar Medical College of Georgia in Augusta on February 24, 2025, after a hard-fought battle with cancer. She was surrounded by her beloved family, who provided unwavering support and love during her journey.
Kimberly was a vibrant spirit who lit up the lives of everyone around her. A native of Jefferson County,...
Edna Brassell Dixon
Feb 20, 2025
Edna Marie Brassell Dixon, 84, peacefully entered into her eternal Heavenly home on Thursday afternoon, February 20, 2025, at her residence in Avera.
She was born on September 27, 1940, to the late Lois Snider Brassell and the late Fred Brassell. Being “spunky”, she enjoyed a vibrant life centered around her family.
Edna’s life was defined by her passion for sewing. She...
Ray Smith
Feb 19, 2025
By the mercy and grace of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, our hero, Ray Smith, had a peaceful homecoming Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at Piedmont Hospital. He was surrounded in love by his wife, his two girls, and all of his grandchildren.
Ray was born July 27, 1941, and was a lifelong resident of Jefferson County. He was a 1960...
Audrey Marie Clark
Feb 18, 2025
Audrey Marie Clark, 68, born on January 2, 1957, in Wrens, peacefully transitioned to her eternal home in Heaven Tuesday evening, February 18, 2025, at Piedmont Hospital in Augusta.
A dedicated homemaker, Audrey devoted herself to creating a loving and safe haven for her family. Her nurturing spirit was not confined to her home; she also worked at several local businesses,...
Keith Allen Hadden
Feb 15, 2025
Surrounded by family, Keith Allen Hadden, a devoted son, loyal brother, loving father, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on February 15, 2025, at Doctors Hospital in Augusta.
Born on August 19, 1964, Keith was a lifelong resident of Glascock County and a proud graduate of Glascock County Consolidated School, class of 1982.
Throughout his life, Keith demonstrated a remarkable work ethic,...
Jerry Clyde Holley
Feb 10, 2025
Jerry Clyde Holley, 74, of 4138 Old Lincolnton Road in Appling (Leah), Georgia, went home to be with the Lord early Monday, February 10, 2025. To honor and celebrate his life, graveside services will be held at 2:00P.M. Friday, February 14, 2025 at Mt. Horeb Baptist Church Cemetery.
Jerry was born June 16, 1950, in the Harrisburg mill village of Augusta...
Patricia "Pat" Bates West
Feb 9, 2025
Patricia Bates West of Wrens, Georgia, passed away Sunday, February 9, 2025, at Piedmont Hospital in Augusta, Georgia. She was born on July 1, 1940, in Laurel, Mississippi, to the late Roy Bates and the late Nina Busby Bates, where she grew up playing the piano at Strengthford Baptist Church in Wayne County, Mississippi. There she met her lifetime love,...
Mary "Billie" Imogene Singley Holley
Feb 8, 2025
Mary “Billie” Imogene Singley Holley went home to be with Jesus Christ Saturday, February 8, 2025, at age 96. She was surrounded by family and close friends as she slipped peacefully away after a short injury related illness.
Mary was the second of five children born to the late Hudie Lee Singley and the late Mary Martha Quick Singley on September...
Dekle Dean Todd Jr.
Jan 31, 2025
Dekle Dean Todd Jr., 64, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away unexpectedly on January 31, 2025, at Jefferson Hospital.
Born in Beaufort SC to Peggy Sikes Todd Moxley and the late Dekle Dean Todd Sr, Dekle was a proud graduate of SE Bulloch County High School in Statesboro. Following his graduation, he dedicated his career to the trades,...
Shirley Ann Corley Stewart
Jan 30, 2025
Shirley Ann Corley Stewart, 89, entered into rest at her residence Thursday, January 30, 2025.
Born to the late Ogle Kitchens Corley and the late Elwin Corley, she grew up in Burke County and graduated from Waynesboro High School. In 1957, she married James Stewart, and the two were blessed with 48 years of marriage.
While Shirley only briefly worked at Savannah...
Jeannette Bach Terry
Jan 19, 2025
Jeannette Bach Terry, 87, of Wrens, passed away peacefully in her home on Sunday, January 19, 2025.
Jeannette was born and raised in Westchester County, New York, and graduated from Mt. Vernon Technical School before working at the New York Foundling Hospital, serving children and the elderly.
Jeannette came to Wrens in 1961 to visit a former coworker, Violet Poole, who was...
Richard "Dick" Dale Johnson
Jan 19, 2025
Richard “Dick” Dale Johnson, 95, passed away Sunday, January 19, 2025 at the Moundridge Manor in Moundridge, KS.
Dick was born to the late Mary Holdeman Johnson and the late Herman P. Johnson on January 29, 1929 in Massillon, OH. He was united in marriage to Virginia Mininger in 1950 at Walnut Hill, FL. He moved to Stapleton in 1956 where...
Hazel Rachels Smith Carter
Jan 11, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Hazel Smith Carter, who peacefully left us on January 11, 2025, at the age of 76. Hazel was born in Augusta on May 23, 1948 to the late Ira Lewis Rachels and the late Stella L Williams Rachels. Throughout her life, she touched the hearts of those who knew...
Donald "Richard" Reeves
Dec 28, 2024
Donald “Richard” Reeves, 64, loving husband of 14 years to Terrie Chavous Reeves, entered Heaven’s gates on Saturday, December 28, 2024, at his residence, with family at his side. Richard, the son of the late Barbara Bailey Reeves and the late Robert Myron Reeves, was a native of Evans and had resided in Avera for the past 12 years.
Richard retired...
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