Obituaries
John Cardell McNeal
Jun 17, 2024
John Cardell McNeal,55, beloved husband, father, son, and friend, passed away unexpectedly Monday evening, June 17, 2024, at his residence in Warren County. John was born on December 21, 1968, and spent his life spreading joy and laughter to everyone around him.
Growing up in the Matthews area, John chose to start working at Barrow and Prescott after the 9th grade...
Harvey Gene Hayes
Jun 15, 2024
Harvey Gene Hayes, 88, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, transitioned into his home in Heaven on June 15, 2024, at Lake Crossing Health Center in Appling, GA. His passing is deeply mourned by his family and friends.
Harvey was born on August 29, 1935, in Harlem, GA. At a young age, he moved to Blythe to live with his older...
James Arthur Malone
Jun 11, 2024
James Arthur Malone, a loving patriarch, devoted worker, and proud Navy veteran, peacefully entered into eternity on June 11, 2024, at Pruitt Healthcare-Bethany in Millen, GA. Born on January 8, 1937, in Augusta, GA, James led a remarkable life filled with love, laughter, and connections. After graduating high school, James bravely served his country by joining the Navy. Upon returning home,...
Deborah Ann Weaver Wilkerson
Jun 11, 2024
Deborah Ann Weaver Wilkerson, 63, a beloved educator and media specialist, peacefully entered into her eternity at Piedmont Hospital in Augusta. Entering this world on December 17, 1960, in Ashburn, GA, and departing on June 11, 2024, Deborah’s journey on this Earth was marked by resilience, love, and a deep appreciation of life.
After graduating from Hart County High School, Deborah...
Mildred Frances Usry Thompson
Jun 11, 2024
Mildred Frances Usry Thompson died at The Harbor at Harmony Crossing Assisted Living Home in Eatonton GA on Tuesday, June 11, 2024. She was born December 20,1932 in Bath SC to Jim C Usry Sr. and Rubie Hicks Usry and was the oldest of five children. She moved to Swainsboro, as a child, and met Clarence Ashley Thompson at the...
Elizabeth "Adell" Lawrence Black
May 27, 2024
The Bartow-Wadley area mourns the loss of a beloved lifelong resident, Elizabeth "Adell" Lawrence Black, 75. Known for her unwavering dedication to family and her kind-hearted nature, Adell passed away at her residence on May 27, 2024, after bravely battling bone cancer. Graveside services to celebrate her life will be held at 1:00PM Monday, June 3, 2024 in the Wadley...
Linda Nell Fullwood Windom
May 18, 2024
Linda Nell Fullwood Windom, 66, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, May 18, 2024, at the Washington County Regional Medical Center in Sandersville, making a peaceful transition in to her eternity in Heaven. Private services to celebrate her life will be held at a later date.
Born on February 7, 1958, in Jacksonville, FL, the family relocated to Swainsboro and later to...
Katrina Anne Miller
May 9, 2024
After a short, hard-fought battle with pancreatic cancer, Katrina Anne Carr Miller, 69, peacefully transitioned into her eternity Thursday morning, May 9, 2024 at her residence in Wrens. Graveside services to celebrate her life will be held at 2:00PM Monday, May 20, 2024 at Poplar Springs North Baptist Church Cemetery with Rev. Tim Hoover officiating.
Born on July 19, 1954, to...
Teddy McNair Phillips
Apr 23, 2024
Teddy McNair Phillips, 72, a man of many talents and unwavering spirit, passed away on April 23, 2024, at Wellstar MCG (formerly Augusta University) Medical Center. Born on September 1, 1951, Teddy's life was a vibrant tapestry woven with colorful threads of adventure, camaraderie, and hard work. Growing up in Wrens, Teddy held his roots close to his heart and always...
Mildred Martin Stapleton Jordan
Apr 23, 2024
Mildred Martin Stapleton Jordan, 98, a cherished member of the Wrens community, peacefully entered into her eternity at Doctors Hospital in Augusta. Entering this world on March 1, 1926 and departing on Tuesday, April 23, 2024, Mildred's journey on this Earth was marked by resilience, love, and a deep appreciation for life.
Mildred's love story with her devoted husband, Ray Jordan...
Jerry "Peanut" Joe Watts
Apr 21, 2024
Jerry "Peanut" Joe Watts, 70, peacefully transitioned to his eternity on April 21, 2024, at Wellstar MCG Medical Center in Augusta. The family will greet friends from 5:00-7:00 P.M. Friday evening, April 26, 2024 at James Funeral Home after which the service to celebrate his life will be held in the James Funeral Home Chapel at 7:00 P.M. with Chris...
Lee Olon Hobbs, Jr.
Apr 15, 2024
Lee Olon Hobbs, Jr., 51, known affectionately as "LeBo", unexpectedly entered into his eternity at Wellstar MCG (formerly Augusta University) on April 15, 2024. A graveside service to honor his life will be held at 3:00PM on April 19, 2024, at Keysville United Methodist Church Cemetery where he will be interred next to his father. Rev. Ed Chance will be...
Jerry David Dowdy
Apr 12, 2024
Jerry David Dowdy, 77, more affectionately known to his grandchildren as “Big Daddy”, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend to many, passed away on April 12, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of hard work, dedication and commitment to family. Born in 1947 in Glennville, Georgia, to Willie Jo and Frank Dowdy, Jerry was known for his straightforward nature but...
Shirley Faye Masters Glackin
Apr 9, 2024
Shirley Faye Masters Glackin, 82, passed away peacefully at her residence on April 9, 2024. Graveside services were held at 11:00AM Friday, April 12, 2024 at Hillcrest Memorial Park in Augusta with Deacon David Callahan officiating.
Born on April 15, 1941, in Oglethorpe County, Shirley's family later moved to Augusta where she spent her formative years and eventually raised her own...
Bennett "David" Carpenter
Apr 5, 2024
Bennett "David" Carpenter, 77, peacefully transitioned into his Heavenly home at Doctors Hospital Friday night, April 5, 2024. Graveside services to celebrate his life will be held at 11:00 A.M. Tuesday morning, April 9, 2024, in the Ebenezer Associated Reformed Presbyterian Church Cemetery with Rev. Ed Chance officiating. The family will greet friends at the home of Erwin Thompson...
George Albert Black
Mar 31, 2024
George Albert Black, 78, passed away peacefully at his residence and entered into his eternal home in Heaven. The family will greet friends from 11:00-1:00 P.M. Saturday, April 6, 2024 at James Funeral Home. The funeral service to celebrate his life will follow in the James Funeral Home Chapel with Sister Polly Davis officiating. Interment with full military honors will...
Betty Jean Gray Broome
Mar 29, 2024
Betty Jean Gray Broome, 78, peacefully entered into her eternity in Heaven on March 29, 2024 at Wellstar MCG (formerly Augusta University) Medical Center. The family will greet friends at James Funeral Home from 6:00-8:00PM Wednesday evening, April 3, 2024. A graveside service to celebrate her life will be held at 2:00PM Thursday afternoon, April 4, 2024, in the Blythe...
Derek Franklyn Tanner
Mar 21, 2024
Derek Franklyn Tanner, 57, passed away unexpectedly at Jefferson Hospital on March 21, 2024. The family will have a remembrance celebration and will greet friends from 1:00 – 2:30 P.M. Saturday, March 30, 2024 at James Funeral Home.
He was born in 1966 in Augusta and started his career as a house painter before becoming a landscaper at the esteemed Augusta...
Harlan Lee Unruh
Mar 20, 2024
Harlan Lee Unruh was born October 1, 1948 in Colby, KS to the late Lottie Peters Unruh and the late Harvey Unruh. After battling cancer for eight years, he peacefully slipped away in the early morning hours of March 20, 2024 at Maple View Retirement Community, Ithaca, Michigan, reaching the age of seventy-five years. The family will receive friends from...
Larry Mack Holbert
Mar 17, 2024
Larry Mack Holbert, 82, peacefully transitioned into his eternity at his residence on March 17, 2024. The family will receive friends at James Funeral Home from 6:00-8:00PM Wednesday evening, March 20, 2024. Graveside services with military honors will be held at 1:00PM in the Mt. Moriah Cemetery with his brother-in-law, Chaplain (COL) USA Ret Mark Fritch, officiating. Born July 8, 1941,...
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