Group tracks birth of city to arrival of railroad service
The city of Aiken is indebted to the railroad for its parkways, its layout and even its existence.
Milestones
Denise McGee, a first-grade teacher at Redcliffe Elementary School, has been chosen Best-Mannered Teacher 2005-2006 by the National League of Junior Cotillions, Aiken County chapter.
Reunions
STROM THURMOND HIGH SCHOOL 1986: Seeking classmates for a 20-year reunion Saturday, Oct. 7; call Gretchen Tremmel Strasser at (803) 202-3355 or Robin Jackson Blackmon (803) 637-3700
Adult literacy sites
Here are some phone numbers of adult literacy sites:
Working for a vision
Larry Davis (left), the president of BWXT Savannah River Site, which sponsors Project Vision at United Way, stands a post in place for a new wheelchair ramp as Darrell Raiford levels another post at the Brothers and Sisters of Aiken County house Friday.
Recreation
KARATE CLUB TRAINING CLASSES: 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays; classes in US TAI Karate for adults and children; $40 per month, no contracts required
Pet of the week
Scarlette, a 9-month-old female mixed breed, is available for adoption through Molly's Militia.
Around the block
A free exhibit, Freedom USA, will run through Wednesday, June 21, at the Aiken County Historical Museum, 433 Newberry St. S.W. The museum is open from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday-Friday and 2-5 p.m. Saturday-Sunday. Call (803) 642-2015.
Recycling centers
- To raise money for burn victims, the Southeastern Firefighters Burn Foundation takes aluminum cans at the Belvedere Fire Department on U.S. Highway 25, Langley Fire Department on South Carolina Highway 421, and Aiken Department of Public Safety stations No. 2 on Silver Bluff Road and No. 3 on U.S. Highway 78.
This week
Works by painter Al Beyer: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Friday, through May 31; lower gallery, Etherredge Center, 471 University Parkway; free; (803) 641-3305
Festival organizer shares the secrets of gardening
For the past seven years, Jackie Heath has ignored weekend weather forecasts at the beginning of May.
Lobsters will claw their way to finish line
Crustaceous competitors will crawl for a good cause at the 22nd running of the Lobster Race in downtown Aiken on Friday.
School menus
School menus for the week ending May 22.
Council looks at sign proposal
Many people are able to find their way to Aiken, but finding their way around the city is another matter.
Author faces further allegations of borrowing
BOSTON - The publisher of a Harvard University student's "chick lit" novel remained silent as allegations of literary borrowing keep growing against Kaavya Viswanathan's "How Opal Mehta Got Kissed, Got Wild and Got a Life."
Author faces further allegations of borrowing
Tonya and Nancy: The Opera
MEDFORD, Mass. - When Tufts music student Abigail Al-Doory sought inspiration for her opera, she looked not to Wagner's "Ring" cycle but to the Olympic rings, where themes like power, envy and greed are plentiful.
Lackey, Kendall ejected after altercation
Sabathia, Hafner carry Cleveland
Trade sends Mirabelli back to Boston
SAN DIEGO - Doug Mirabelli, who was Tim Wakefield's personal catcher during his tenure in Boston, was traded back to the Red Sox on Monday for the replacement who hasn't been able to handle the knuckleballer this year.
Arroyo continues his winning ways
CINCINNATI - Bronson Arroyo stayed unbeaten in Cincinnati by pitching a four-hitter for the second complete game of his career, and the Reds beat the St. Louis Cardinals, 6-1 on Monday night, in a matchup of the NL's top two teams.
Lackey, Kendall ejected after altercation
ANAHEIM, Calif. - Los Angeles Angels pitcher John Lackey and Oakland Athletics catcher Jason Kendall got into a bench-clearing fight that resulted in the ejections of both players Tuesday.
Arroyo continues his winning ways
Sabathia, Hafner carry Cleveland
CLEVELAND - C.C. Sabathia made a strong return after injuring himself on Opening Day and Travis Hafner drove in four runs to lead the Cleveland Indians over the Chicago White Sox 7-1 on a rainy Tuesday.
Trade sends Mirabelli back to Boston
Bonds slams 712th homer
SAN FRANCISCO - Barry Bonds is two away from tying the Babe.
Red Sox spoil Damon's night
BOSTON - David Ortiz hit a three-run homer to ruin Johnny Damon's return to Fenway Park, leading the Boston Red Sox over the New York Yankees, 7-3 on Monday night, in the first game of the season between the rivals.
Wolfpack overtake Knights
A new challenge confronted the Greenbrier baseball team in Tuesday night's 5-3 win over Evans in the Region 2-AAAA Tournament semifinals.
Focus, distraction can be problem ... What was I saying?
Atlanta leaves on high note
ATLANTA - On Elvis Night at Turner Field, the King gave up the winning run.
Hudson's gem topples Rockies
ATLANTA - Catcher Brian McCann rushed back to the Braves clubhouse Monday night, eager to finally don a custom-made T-shirt given to him back in spring training.
Yahoo introduces new tech section
SAN FRANCISCO - Yahoo Inc. on Monday unveiled a new section aimed at helping consumers cope with the onslaught of new technology that's reshaping modern life.
115 workers hit by Sibley Mill closing
Avondale Mills will close its Sibley Mill facility in June.
Bolivia worries global market
SANTA CRUZ DE LA SIERRA, Bolivia - The European Union warned Tuesday that Bolivia's decision to nationalize its natural gas industry could hurt world energy markets.
Spending fuels economy
WASHINGTON - The national economy carried its strong momentum into the second quarter as factories cranked up activity, builders boosted construction spending to a record high and consumers opened their pocketbooks ever wider.
Gas effects on autos mixed
DETROIT - Rising gas prices had a mixed impact on U.S. auto sales in April, with some automakers reporting plummeting sales of trucks and sport utility vehicles while others appeared unaffected.
Manufacturing activity expands robustly in April
NEW YORK - The manufacturing sector expanded smartly in April, with strength in production and employment boosting a closely watched index above analysts' expectations and to its highest level in six months.
Office park will let businesses build their own custom offices
Concept success shows in growth
LOS ANGELES - In the land of malls, one of Southern California's oldest indoor retail centers is no more.
Profits offset raw material costs
TOKYO - Japanese tiremaker Bridgestone Corp. said Monday net profit for the first quarter rose 4 percent as strong global sales of tires offset the jump in raw material costs.
Office park will let businesses build their own custom offices
They'll sell you the infrastructure and land. You bring the building.
Sidewalk work to begin at DeLaigle House
Sidewalk work to begin at DeLaigle House
Construction is days away for the sidewalk in front of the historic DeLaigle House at 551 Greene St.
Concept success shows in growth
Profits offset raw material costs
Mall project is still on track
Yahoo introduces new tech section
Manufacturing activity expands robustly in April
115 workers hit by Sibley Mill closing
Mall project is still on track
The open-air "lifestyle center" addition planned at Augusta Mall is still on target for an opening next summer, an official for the mall's owner said Monday.
Editorial cartoon 050306 - The Augusta Chronicle
A sign of desperation
In the past week three of the world's top Islamic jihad terrorists have made their presence known, the most recent being the videotape from al-Qaida's No. 2 man, Ayman al-Zawahri. His tape - along with the Osama bin Laden audio tape and the Abu Musab al-Zarqawi video tape that surfaced earlier - were obviously timed to beef up radical Islam's support for the Iraqi insurgency.
Life term was too good for him
Drunken driving doesn't often result in conviction of felony murder and a lifetime prison term, but the punishment handed down last week by Richmond County Superior Court Judge Duncan Wheale certainly fit the crime for James Guyse.
Life term was too good for him
Streamline domestic abuse cases
South Carolina has gone from No. 1 in the nation in the rate of women killed by men a couple of years ago to No. 6 today, according to the Violence Policy Center. That's better, thanks to passage of stiffer domestic abuse laws and a special fund to pay for more domestic violence prosecutors, but there's still room for improvement.
A bill of historic irrelevancy
Imagine the uproar if someone suggested teaching public school students the historical contributions of Christians.
English should be spoken here
If pro-illegal-immigration rallies do nothing else, they should inspire:
Streamline domestic abuse cases
A bill of historic irrelevancy
People in the News
NEW YORK - Oscar winners George Clooney and Reese Witherspoon and German Chancellor Angela Merkel are among the newsmakers on Time magazine's list of 100 people who shape our world.
Limbaugh signs deal to end prescription fraud case
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. - Rush Limbaugh must submit to random drug tests under an agreement filed Monday that will dismiss a prescription fraud charge against the conservative commentator after 18 months if he complies with the terms.
Prosecutors in wiretap case want to stop leaks
LOS ANGELES - Troubled by leaks to the media, a federal prosecutor said Monday he would delay filing grand jury transcripts and other crucial documents in the case of an indicted Hollywood private eye because he fears the material will "end up on the front page."
Splitsville for Paris Hilton and Stavros
NEW YORK - It's apparently over for Paris Hilton and Greek shipping heir Stavros Niarchos.
Anna Nicole Smith scores Supreme Court win
WASHINGTON - The Supreme Court ruled Monday that one-time stripper and Playboy Playmate Anna Nicole Smith could pursue part of her late husband's oil fortune.
Movie promotion gets off to an explosive start
SANTA CLARITA, Calif. - A newspaper promotion for Tom Cruise's upcoming "Mission: Impossible III" got off to an explosive start when a county arson squad blew up a news rack, thinking it contained a bomb.
The top five list
List of the most popular in TV, film music and DVDs.
People in the News
LONDON - A custom-made gown worn by Keira Knightley to this year's Oscars ceremony sold for $7,855 in an online auction to fund relief work in East Africa.
Trust funds deteriorated in past year
Trust funds deteriorated in past year
WASHINGTON - The trust fund for Social Security will be depleted in 2040, a year before expected, and Medicare will exhaust its trust fund reserves just 12 years from now, trustees for the programs said Monday.
Harvest time plays critical role in peanut taste
Cinco de Mayo party bites for festive munching
If there's room on your fiesta table for one more tasty bite - not hard to imagine - the following super-simple but spicy recipe may be the answer. Think of it as another way to celebrate the culture and food of Mexico.
Cinco de Mayo party bites for festive munching
Harvest time plays critical role in peanut taste
ALBANY, Ga. - The timing of the peanut harvest can determine whether peanut butter is a roasted-tasting treat or a pain in the palate, according to a new study.
Ditch same old thing for tasty Hot Brown
Fiesta food adds to holiday spirit
People seem generously ready to help Mexicans celebrate the Mexican holiday of Cinco de Mayo. Let's not overlook that this is also another great occasion to enjoy some of the favorite flavors of our times: those of Mexican cooking.
Fiesta food adds to holiday spirit
Lamb kebabs seasoned for today's taste
HYDE PARK, N.Y. - Cube it, skewer it and throw it on the grill - kebab makes the most of a springtime favorite, leg of lamb.
Ditch same old thing for tasty Hot Brown
When a sandwich is served with a knife and fork, you know you're in for something special. A Hot Brown is that kind of sandwich.
Lamb kebabs seasoned for today's taste
Rome pitcher dominates Augusta to stay perfect
Rome starter Jo-Jo Reyes pitched a no-hitter into the seventh, and the Braves hit a pair of three-run home runs to beat the Augusta GreenJackets, 8-1 on Monday night at Lake Olmstead Stadium.
Shaver finally breaks through
Augusta pitcher Ryan Shaver hadn't exactly pitched poorly in his four starts coming into this week, but he hadn't gotten much to show for those performances.
Mount Vintage moves forward without Thelan
Brian Thelan had a tough decision to make.
Howell alters mind-set
CHARLOTTE, N.C. - Charles Howell is the latest player to weigh in about the rules at the Masters Tournament, although the Augusta native isn't talking about the way the tournament is run.
Mount Vintage moves forward without Thelan
Club keeps giving back
The Aiken Boxing Club recently received a $7,500 grant to help provide supplies and equipment for education programs at its youth development center.
Lady Jags bound for regional
She weathered three years of a building program.
Double or nothing
CHARLOTTE, N.C. - Typical of how he plays, John Daly holds nothing back in his new book.
Rome pitcher dominates Augusta to stay perfect
Buffalo ends road woes with stellar performance
PHILADELPHIA - Buffalo's playoff road struggles are over. So is Philadelphia's season.
Avs relax after working OT
DENVER - After putting in all that overtime, the Colorado Avalanche got some comp time from coach Joel Quenneville on Monday.
Buffalo ends road woes with stellar performance
Frozen burritos can be used in Mexican dish
My daughter had an epiphany recently, but not a spiritual one. It had to do with a burrito.
Frozen burritos can be used in Mexican dish
Focus, distraction can be problem ... What was I saying?
I can't understand why people are frightened of new ideas. I'm frightened of the old ones.
Old outhouses were built to last
Let retired generals speak out
SRS workers' sacrifice must be compensated
Goodwill does much to aid communities
At Goodwill Industries, we know that the most effective way to help people is by providing them with the means to earn a paycheck and support their families long-term. In response to the ever-present need in our own community, your local Goodwill has been hard at work to help give people a hand up to the joy and dignity of a paycheck.Meredith Vasquez, Augusta
Local medical professionals truly care
Do you know where your soldiers are?
I read with interest in the April 24 Chronicle that our Defense Department currently is giving an intensive, two-week ground force combat training course, "12 to 16 hours a day," to a portion of a planned 10,000 U.S. Navy sailors at Fort Jackson, S.C., so they can be sent to Iraq and Afghanistan to relieve pressure on Army and Marine ground forces who have "faced repeated deployments to the region."Richard Netzley, Evans
SRS workers' sacrifice must be compensated
I was born in Richmond County, and worked 15 years at Savannah River Site - five years in security and 10 years in the reactor department as a building operator. I worked with very high radiation on a daily basis, and crawled over water pipes that were covered in asbestos; the white powder was so loose that you had to shake it out of your hair and clean your face, arms and clothes with towels. Bobby Bragg
Local medical professionals truly care
I recently moved to Augusta from Michigan, and four months ago was diagnosed with prostate cancer. I was alarmed, but was aware that with proper treatment it is most likely curable. The purpose of this letter is to show my appreciation for the wonderful care I received at the Georgia Radiation Center affiliated with the Medical College of Georgia.Robert M. Fraser, Augusta
Pulitzer winners are not to blame
Let retired generals speak out
The Chronicle called the retired generals who criticized Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld "Chicken Littles" ("Bad idea, at the wrong time," April 18).Eric Treesh, Hephzibah
Goodwill does much to aid communities
Boycott could backfire in long term
This May 1 "No Gringo Day" boycott could bring havoc to Mexicans that are in the United States legally, and are operating their businesses and being good Americans. The same is true for all the others from the Central American countries that want to keep a low profile and work to have a life of their own within the established laws of the United States.Bill Adams, North Augusta, S.C.
Pulitzer winners are not to blame
This is regarding your April 30 editorial "Bash Bush, win a Pulitzer." If this is true, 60 percent of the American population and 80 percent of journalists would be potential Pulitzer winners. I hope you are not going to call the Nobel Prize committee a liberal, Democratic-biased organization because Jimmy Carter got it, and you are not particularly fond of him.Saroja Venaktraman, Martinez
Boycott could backfire in long term
Old outhouses were built to last
I read with a touch of nostalgia Rob Pavey's excellent article on Janie Peel and her collection of outhouses ("Out and about," May 1). I grew up on a farm in the Great Depression, and am familiar with outhouses, especially the ones that were creations of art.Carl Langley, Aiken, S.C.
Do you know where your soldiers are?
Problem-plagued antibiotic to come off the market
Choosing a camcorder can be confusing
Research shows Americans sicker than British
Efforts urged to boost organ donations
Efforts urged to boost organ donations
WASHINGTON - More emphasis needs to be placed on showing people the importance of donating organs and making it easy for them to do so, the Institute of Medicine reported Tuesday.
Problem-plagued antibiotic to come off the market
WASHINGTON - An antibiotic plagued by serious blood-sugar complications is coming off the market.
Choosing a camcorder can be confusing
SAN JOSE, Calif. - Woody White, producer of "Hayden's T-ball Game" and "Haley Catherine's Princess Birthday" couldn't be more proud of his videography.
Research shows Americans sicker than British
CHICAGO - Middle-aged, white Americans are much sicker than their counterparts in England, startling new research shows, despite U.S. health care spending per person that's more than double what Britain spends.
Living briefs
This Mother's Day, The Augusta Chronicle wants to celebrate by asking all moms: When did you turn into your mother? We want to hear the story, whether it's happy or sad or even slightly embarrassing.
GM to recall 400,000 pickups
DETROIT - General Motors Corp. is recalling about 400,000 pickup trucks due to defective brake lights.
Drug Deadline
Even as state officials push to sign up seniors for Medicare prescription drug programs before the May 15 deadline, some enrollees are finding unexpected costs in the program that could push them toward a gap in their coverage.
No action taken on issue of impact fees
'Chronicle' garners three Morris awards
The Augusta Chronicle has won three awards in the inaugural Best of Morris competition among newspapers published by Morris Communications Co. LLC, including the prize for breaking-news reporting for its coverage of the Graniteville train crash in January 2005.
Mayor might be on track for recovery
SAVANNAH, Ga. - Doctors in Memphis, Tenn., placed a stent in Savannah Mayor Otis Johnson's blocked artery Sunday after he suffered a heart attack. They are now contemplating when to move him from intensive care.
Nursing students from near and far exchange ideas
Politics fuel debate on gas tax
Earl Woods, father of Tiger Woods, dies
Earl Woods, who was more determined to raise a good son than a great golfer and became the architect and driving force behind Tiger Woods' phenomenal career, died Wednesday morning at his home in Cypress, Calif. He was 74.
Ex-president of Morris Brown pleads guilty to embezzlement
Rants and raves
WATCH OUT, FOLKS IN Butler's Mill, North Augusta; there are thieves around! Some creep stole our fairy statue from the front yard.
Budget swells for big growth
State mandates are forcing one of the largest increases in the Columbia County school board's budget in recent memory.
Candidate gives God role in politics
COLUMBIA- Lieutenant governor candidate Henry Jordan says science does not support Darwin's theory that man evolved from lower forms and that public school students should learn "intelligent design" along with evolution.
Nursing students from near and far exchange ideas
In their pink scrubs, Dainty Powell and Kim Tolley appeared to be like every other nurse in the labor and delivery unit at Medical College of Georgia Hospital. That was, until they spoke.
Family Y plan at park is dead
Columbia County Commissioner Steve Brown says the possibility of The Family Y's locating at the county's Blanchard Woods Park is now all but dead.
Judge gets call for mistrial
ATLANTA - The federal trial of former state school Superintendent Linda Schrenko was placed on hold Tuesday while the judge considers a motion for a mistrial.
Across Georgia
COLUMBUS - A pipe bomb exploded next to an empty trailer that was parked under a bridge.
Mayor on mend after surgery
SAVANNAH, Ga. - Three stents placed in Savannah Mayor Otis Johnson's arteries are working well and blood is flowing, the mayor's brother said.
Across the area
Police have arrested a North Augusta man after he was accused of taking advantage of an elderly man during a home-renovation project.
Politics fuel debate on gas tax
ATLANTA - When Republican Gov. Sonny Perdue pushed through a monthlong suspension of the state's gasoline tax last fall, Georgia Democratic leaders accused him of a publicity stunt.
Flight safety is up in air
If a nasty contract dispute between the Federal Aviation Administration and the air traffic controller's union does not get resolved by June, a host of controllers - including two of the 14 at Augusta Regional Airport - are threatening early retirement.
Zoning bars large animal farms
EDGEFIELD - The county council took about five minutes to take care of a zoning issue that has monopolized the time of some residents for more than a year.
Augusta Commission chooses businessman
The Augusta Commission today chose Augusta native and businessman Keith Brown to fill the recently vacated commission seat of Richard Colclough.
Across the area
Gunshots fired into house, car
Across the region
CANTON, GA. - Four boys and three adults are being treated after being exposed to a rabid bat in Cherokee County.
News you can use
Osteoporosis is a major health threat for more than 28 million Americans. About 8 million women and 2 million men have osteoporosis in the United States, and more than 18 million might develop it.
Rants and raves
WATCH OUT, FOLKS IN Butler's Mill, North Augusta; there are thieves around! Some creep stole our fairy statue from the front yard.
Candidate gives God role in politics
Fewer college freshmen studied required courses
COLUMBIA - The percentage of college freshmen who have taken all the high school courses colleges say they need to handle the rigor of higher education has declined, according to a report by the state Commission on Higher Education.
Zoning bars large animal farms
1 wounded, 1 jailed in shootout, scuffle
AIKEN - One North Augusta man was in jail Tuesday and another was in a hospital after an early morning shootout that led to a scuffle with deputies, authorities said.
Ticket vendor promotes Brown performance
Flower child
Fiona Boettner, 4, waters the plants and flowers at her home in Spartanburg, S.C.
Across the Southeast
ACLU files lawsuit over funeral protests
News you can use
FREEDOM USA: The free exhibit will run through June 21 at Aiken County Historical Museum, 433 Newberry St. S.W. The museum is open from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday-Friday and 2-5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Call (803) 642-2015 for more information.
Private firm works on housing at Fort Gordon
The private firm taking over post housing at Fort Gordon marked its first day on the job Monday with face paint and Cracker Jack.
Kid of the Day
Jasmine Oceanna Johnson, of Augusta, is today's kid of the day.
Correction
- A Look Ahead item on Monday's Metro page contained an error. Secretary of State Cathy Cox and Gov. Sonny Perdue, both of whom are running for governor this year, will speak Wednesday to a meeting of retired educators in Augusta.
Affair played role in fraud
ATLANTA - An extramarital affair, cosmetic surgery and an allegedly fraudulent attempt to gain political power took center stage in a federal courtroom Monday as attorneys presented their opening statements and testimony began in the long-awaited trial of former state school Superintendent Linda Schrenko.
Rants and raves
I SEE THE CHURCH secretaries went to California for a conference. Did the church have to pay for the secretaries' plane ticket? What are churches coming to?
MOX plant work to add jobs
AIKEN - Construction of a new MOX facility at Savannah River Site will bring about 500 new jobs to the area by the end of the year, officials said Monday.
Patience fading over contract
Frustrations are growing among Richmond County school board members as some are publicly calling for Superintendent Charles Larke to step down.
Protesters take to streets
ATLANTA - Thousands of illegal immigrants, mostly Hispanic, and their supporters rallied in front of the Georgia Capitol on Monday, protesting a new state law and calling for Congress to address immigration reform.
Drivers use pawnshops
Over the past two months, Fleming Pawn Shop owner James Davis has seen dozens of men offering up their jewelry, guns and tools for a few precious dollars.
Jailer is fired
A Richmond County jailer who was fired last week remained in jail Monday facing several charges in connection with a fight with two other women, police said.
Across South Carolina
GREENVILLE - A firefighter needed hospital treatment after an early-morning blaze in Anderson that destroyed two houses and damaged another. No one was in the homes at the time.
Ex-president of Morris Brown pleads guilty to embezzlement
ATLANTA - The former president of Morris Brown College pleaded guilty Monday to embezzling federal money that was intended to cover student tuition.
Deal is refused for man
A judge rejected a plea negotiation Monday for an Augusta man accused of homicide in his roommate's 2004 death.
Private firm works on housing at Fort Gordon
Augusta Sportswear buys Ohio apparel company
Augusta Sportswear said Wednesday it has acquired an Ohio-based maker and distributor of outerwear, active apparel and accessories.
Kid of the Day
Jabari Uhuru Burnette, of Athens, Ga., is today's kid of the day.
North Augusta man arrested in shooting
A 23-year-old North Augusta man was arrested early this morning, charged with shooting another man several times and fighting with deputies.
Wal-Mart found not responsible in girl's fondling
COLUMBIA - A jury on Tuesday cleared Wal-Mart of negligence in hiring a convicted sex offender who fondled a 10-year-old girl while on the job.
Rants and raves
I SEE THE CHURCH secretaries went to California for a conference. Did the church have to pay for the secretaries' plane ticket? What are churches coming to?
No action taken on issue of impact fees
Columbia County commissioners took no action Tuesday night on the idea of having impact fees in the county other than to accept as information a panel's report recommending against the fees.
Correction
- An item in Across the Area on Monday contained an error. The Augusta branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People was honored with the "Branch of the Quarter" award at a recent state meeting in Sandersville, Ga.
'Chronicle' garners three Morris awards
Augusta officials get raises
Beginning Monday, 14 Richmond County elected officials began drawing higher salaries, the first of two raises that will cost local taxpayers about $400,000 between now and May 1, 2007, when the second pay increase goes into effect.
Mill closure to cost many
For 124 years, workers have toiled inside Sibley Mill - built in 1882 atop the ruins of the Confederate Powderworks.
Secretary 'very confident' that FEMA is ready
Mayor might be on track for recovery
Wal-Mart found not responsible in girl's fondling
Ticket vendor promotes Brown performance
Tickets promising a performance by the "Godfather of Soul" at the James Brown Soul of America Music Festival are on sale, but the festival chairman can't guarantee that the entertainer will perform.
Businessman is chosen interim commissioner
1 wounded, 1 jailed in shootout, scuffle
Fewer college freshmen studied required courses
Going above & beyond
India Watkins, 9, of Atlanta, laughs as James Gerard pulls out a diaper to explain how astronauts use the bathroom when they are wearing space suits.
Secretary 'very confident' that FEMA is ready
THOMASVILLE, Ga. - Touring one of the government's main hurricane response centers, Homeland Security Secretary Michael Chertoff said Tuesday that he is "very confident" federal officials are ready for the upcoming hurricane season and that the Federal Emergency Management Agency's staffing levels will be near full-strength in the next month.
Businessman is chosen interim commissioner
Augusta Commissioners elected businessman Keith Brown interim District 4 commissioner Tuesday and set a special election for Nov. 7 to fill the seat through the end of next year.
Festival show varying perspectives on Iraq war
Review: 'An American Haunting'
Review: 'Art School Confidential'
Review: 'Art School Confidential'
Art school seems like an ideal new hangout for director Terry Zwigoff. After all, he made himself at home in the cult-comic world of "Crumb," the surreal pop-culture land of "Ghost World" and the holiday nether-zone of "Bad Santa."
Festival show varying perspectives on Iraq war
NEW YORK - Several documentaries playing at the Tribeca Film Festival offer perspectives on the war in Iraq that you won't get from the news.
Review: 'An American Haunting'
The spirits make way too much noise in "An American Haunting," a supernatural tale whose overbearing clamor is redeemed to a large extent by engaging performances and fine 19th century period detail.
Madonna headliness eclectic music festival
Mary Chapin Carpenter talks about her depression
DURHAM, N.C. - Mary Chapin Carpenter could barely compose herself.
Madonna headliness eclectic music festival
INDIO, Calif. - Madonna thrilled thousands of fans at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival Sunday, even as she brought a mainstream feel to the traditionally edgy event.
Mary Chapin Carpenter talks about her depression
Big wreck sets tone for day at Talladega
Patience pays for Johnson
TALLADEGA, Ala. - Winning Monday's rain-delayed Aaron's 499 at Talladega Superspeedway was a matter of timing, not speed.
Big wreck sets tone for day at Talladega
TALLADEGA, Ala. - It didn't take long Monday for Talladega Superspeedway to live up to its reckless reputation. The first big crash came on the ninth lap and involved 14 cars.
Ankle sprain may sideline Bulls center
DEERFIELD, Ill. - Although X-rays were negative, Chicago Bulls center Tyson Chandler is questionable for tonight's first-round playoff game at Miami with a sprained right ankle.
Carter, Nets dunk Pacers
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. - It took the New Jersey Nets three great performances and almost an entire game to put away the injury-ravaged Indiana Pacers.
Ankle sprain may sideline Bulls center
Annie Rose Roberts (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest Saturday, April 29, 2006 at Windermere Nursing Home, Mrs. Annie Rose Roberts, formerly of Madrid Drive. Funeral services will be conducted Saturday, May 6, 2006 at 12:00 noon from Mount Zion A.M.E Zion Church with Rev. Alton R. Pegues, Pastor officiating. Interment will be in Mount Olive Memorial Gardens. Friends may call W. H. Mays Mortuary, 1221 James Brown Boulevard, Augusta, GA (706) 722-6401. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Elna Anne Lombard (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
HEPHZIBAH, Ga. -Entered into rest Saturday April 29, 2006 at her residence Dr. Elna Anne Lombard age 88. She was the daughter of the late Roswell Harmon and Anne Schmidt Lombard. Funeral services will be held 2:00 p.m. Wednesday May 3, 2006 at Lutheran Church of the Resurrection with Rev. David Hunter and Rev. Charles Koons officiating. Interment will follow in Magnolia Cemetery. Dr. Lombard was a native and life long residence of Augusta, GA. She graduated from Tubman High School in 1932 and after that attended Augusta Junior College and won a part-time teaching scholarship at Shorter College in Rome, GA then completing her bachelor's degree at Peabody College in Nashville, TN with a dual major and dual minor in 1937. She returned to Augusta and taught at Tubman High School for three years, during which she earned her pilot license. Dr. Lombard then joined the Women's Army Corps (WAC) in 1942 and was discharged as a Captain in 1946. An encounter with an army chaplain began her life-long walk with Christ. Using the GI Bill she did graduate work in physiology at the University of Wisconsin receiving a M.S. and PH.D. Returning again to Augusta she held a research position with the Medical College of Georgia after completing the requirements she was awarded her M.D. She was then offered a career residence in psychiatry and in 1964 became the Director of Mental Health Center in Aiken serving until 1979. After serving as the Director of Mental Health Center in Augusta she began a private practice in her home in Hepzibah. She was a member of the Lutheran Church of the Resurrection, the Green Meadows Golf Club, Georgia State Ladies Golf Association, Georgia Seniors Ladies Golf Association, Georgia Senior Couples Golf Association, and was a former Georgia Ladies and Senior Ladies Champion and Past President of all the above. Dr. Lombard was a member of the American Legion Post #205 Augusta and the Augusta Green Jackets Diamond Club. She was a life member of the American Psychiatric Association and past president and member of numerous veteran and other professional medical associations. Survivors include her dear companion for 47 years, Ms. Margaret Holley, Hepzibah; cousin Kay S. Odell her husband William, Winter Park, FL; special friends, Rev. David and Kathie Hunter, Mary Jo Holley, Alma Lucky and Donnie Chavous. Pallbearers will be, Jim Thouvenot, Keith Dyer, Bryan Hunter, Frank Chandler, Ray Frei, David Harbeson. In Lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Lutheran Church of the Resurrection 825 Greene Street, Augusta, GA. 30901 or to Regency Hospice 105 Summerwood Way, Suite D, Aiken, SC, 29803.
Travis Guy Minick (ATLANTA, Ga.)
ATLANTA, Ga. - Mr. Travis Guy Minick, 35, died April 7, 2006. A native of the Atlanta area, he lived most of his life in Waynesboro, GA. Mr. Minick was preceded in death by his grandfather, Robert Mead; grandmother, Derita Barnes; step-grandfather, Wesley Barnes; step-grandfather, Burwell Brown; and uncle, Wyley Minick. Memorial Services will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 6, 2006, in the Chapel of DeLoach-Kennedy Funeral Home, Waynesboro, GA. Survivors include a daughter, Kristina Amos, of Gray, Ga.; mother Iris Mead, of Augusta; father and stepmother, Ronnie and Lisa Minick, of Statesboro, Ga.; grandmother, Mary Brown, of Waynesboro; grandfather and step-grandmother, Jake and Hazel Minick, of Statesboro, Ga.; aunt and uncle, Johnny and Sandra Minick, of Augusta. The family requests that remembrances be made to San Felipe Animal Rescue, PMB194 Box 9019, Calexico, California 92232. Arrangements entrusted to DeLoach-Kennedy Funeral Home, Waynesboro, GA. (706) 554-3531. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Pasadena D. Garnett (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Ms. Pasadena D. Garnett left her earthly home to be with her heavenly father on April 28, 2006. She was born on October 11, 1951 to Mrs. Charlene Scott and Mr. Percy Garnett. She was a graduate of the T.W. Jose Compressive High School Class of 1972. She leaves to cherish her precious memories, one son, Carlos Garnett; one daughter, Carlethia Garnett; two grandchildren, Shakil and Rakil Williams; one devoted aunt, Mrs. Betty Askew. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced later.
Thelma P. Kearley ( THOMSON, Ga.)
THOMSON, Ga. - Mrs. Thelma P. Kearley, 88, of Stagecoach Road, entered into rest, Monday, May 1 2006. Mrs. Kearley has been conveyed to Rusiewicz Funeral Home of Lower Burrell, PA for funeral and interment services. Rowland Funeral Home is in charge of local arrangements.
James Faircloth (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into death on Sunday, April 30, 2006 at University Hospital, Mr. James Lloyd Faircloth, 53, beloved husband of Kay B. Faircloth of Evans, GA. Mr. Faircloth was born in Wadley, GA and had lived in the Augusta area for 25 years. He was employed by Kimberly Clark as a Maintenance Planner for the last 21 years . He was of the Baptist faith. Additional family members include his sons; Dennis Lloyd Faircloth and James Daniel Faircloth both of Augusta, mother; Ruby L. Faircloth, brothers; Henry Brown, Winton Brown, Ronnie Faircloth and his twin brother Jerry F. Faircloth and his sisters; Ann Mong and Ruby Lee Harris. Funeral services will be Wednesday, May 3, 2006, 2:00 P.M., in the Chapel of Thomas Poteet & Son with Mr. Rick Griner officiating. Pallbearers will be Warren Daniel, Troy Collins, Al Eastman, Tim Cochran, David Allmond, Bruce Hett, Mark Hett and Dan Martin. Honorary Pallbearers will be Danny Cumbee, Tom Parris, Tim Cumbee, Bob Hillman, Jim Lawrence and Donald Turley. Interment will follow at Westover Memorial Park. Memorials may be made to Alpha-1 Association, 275 West St. Suite 210, Annapolis, MD 21401 The family will receive friends Tuesday evening from 7:00 P.M. until 9:00 P.M. at Thomas Poteet & Son Funeral Directors, 214 Davis Rd. Augusta, GA 30907 (706)364-8484. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Leona Smith (HARLEM, Ga.)
HARLEM, Ga. - Leona Fullmore Smith, 78, entered into rest Tuesday May 2, 2006, in the Warrenton Health and Rehab. Funeral services will be held at 3:00 PM Friday May 5, 2006, at Starling Funeral Home, Harlem, Ga., with the Rev. Randall Whitaker officiating. Interment will be in the Powell Baptist Church Cemetery. She was born in Pooler Georgia, and was a longtime resident of Harlem. She had worked at the Thomson Company as a seamstress for 15 years. Leona enjoyed gardening, fishing, growing flowers. She also loved helping other people. She was a caregiver for elderly for over 10 years before moving into the Warrenton Health and Rehab. Survivors include two sons, W.D. 'Donnie Smith (Dell), and Frank M. Smith, of Harlem; one daughter Martha Lorraine Ferrell, of Grovetown; one sister Mildred Pye, of Columbia, South Carolina; four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her daughter Frances Iola Smith in 1948. Pallbearerswill be Johnny Hayes, Donald Parker, Kirk Jones, Ronnie Smith and Jason Stepp. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Thursday evening from 6 to 8 PM at Starling Funeral Home, Hwy 78, Harlem, Ga. - Email condolence to the family at starling@familink.com. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Elna Anne Lombard (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
HEPHZIBAH, Ga. -Entered into rest Saturday April 29, 2006 at her residence Dr. Elna Anne Lombard age 88. She was the daughter of the late Roswell Harmon and Anne Schmidt Lombard. Funeral services will be held 2:00 pm Wednesday May 3, 2006 at Lutheran Church of the Resurrection with Rev. David Hunter and Rev. Charles Koons officiating. Interment will follow in Magnolia Cemetery. Dr. Lombard was a native and life long residence of Augusta, GA. She graduated from Tubman High School in 1932 and after that attended Augusta Junior College and won a part-time teaching scholarship at Shorter College in Rome, GA then completing her bachelor's degree at Peabody College in Nashville, TN with a dual major and dual minor in 1937. She returned to Augusta and taught at Tubman High School for three years, during which she earned her pilot license. Dr. Lombard then joined the Women's Army Corps (WAC) in 1942 and was discharged as a Captain in 1946. An encounter with anarmy chaplain began her life-long walk with Christ. Using the GI Bill she did graduate work in physiology at the University of Wisconsin receiving a M.S. and PH.D. Returning again to Augusta she held a research position with the Medical College of Georgia after completing the requirements she was awarded her M.D. She was then offered a career residence in psychiatry and in 1964 became the Director of Mental Health Center in Aiken serving until 1979. After serving as the Director of Mental Health Center in Augusta she began a private practice in her home in Hepzibah. She was a member of the Lutheran Church of the Resurrection, the Green Meadows Golf Club, Georgia State Ladies Golf Association, Georgia Seniors Ladies Golf Association, Georgia Senior Couples Golf Association, and was a former Georgia Ladies and Senior Ladies Champion and Past President of all the above. Dr. Lombard was a member of the American Legion Post #205 Augusta and the Augusta Green Jackets Diamond Club. She was a life member of the American Psychiatric Association and past president and member of numerous veteran and other professional medical associations. Survivors include her dear companion for 47 years, Ms. Margaret Holley, Hepzibah; cousin Kay S. Odell her husband William, Winter Park, FL; special friends, Rev. David and Kathie Hunter, Mary Jo Holley, Alma Lucky and Donnie Chavous. Pallbearers will be, Jim Thouvenot, Keith Dyer, Bryan Hunter, Frank Chandler, Ray Frei, David Harbeson. In Lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Lutheran Church of the Resurrection 825 Greene Street, Augusta, GA. 30901 or to Regency Hospice 105 Summerwood Way, Suite D, Aiken, SC, 29803. A visitation with the family will take place 7-9 pm Tuesday, evening May 2, 2006 at Elliott Sons Funeral Home Telfair Street Chapel.
LaVelle Kirkpatrick (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mrs. LaVelle Pollard Kirkpatrick , 83, beloved wife of the late Mr. Hubert Stone Kirkpatrick, died Saturday April 29, 2006, at St. Joseph Hospital. Funeral services will be held 11:00 am Wednesday, May 3, 2006 at St. John United Methodist Church, 736 Greene Street, with the Rev. Renea Slater officiating. Honorary pallbearers will be former members of the Marion Pierson Sunday School class. Following the service her body will be conveyed to Wade Funeral Home, Hubbard, TX, where services are to conclude on Monday, May 8 with interment in Fairview Cemetery. Born in Hill County Texas, she spent the majority of her adult life in Augusta. A member of St. John United Methodist Church, her Christian service was an important aspect of her life. A lifelong Methodist, she served in many capacities of the church: Sunday School teacher, Bible Study leader, choir member, Women's Society of Christian service and the United Methodist Women. She was amember of the Porcelain Artist Guild and the winner of many ribbons for her paintings. Survivors include her son, C. Stone Kirkpatrick, Richardson, TX ; son and daughter-in-law, Raymond Charles (Brenda) Kirkpatrick, Augusta; daughter and son-in-law, Rosa Lee (John) Scott, Denton, TX ; sister, Leslie Pollard Sperry, Hubbard, TX; six granddaughters and spouses, Alicia Scott (Chip) Wagner, Anna Kirkpatrick Scott, Mary Alice Kirkpatrick, Dee Anne Kirkpatrick (Jeremy) Freeman , Kathryn Marie Kirkpatrick and Faith Trautman (Ryan) Barber; great-grandsons, Preston Charles Wagner and Harrison Lee Wagner. She is also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. For those wishing to make memorial contributions in lieu of flowers the family suggests, St John UMC ,c/o the Music Fund and or the Beautification Project , 736 Greene Street, Augusta , GA 30901
Felton Ennis (HAMBURG, Ga.)
HAMBURG, Ga. - Mr. Felton Lamar Ennis, age 84, of Big Woods Rd. near Hamburg, died Monday, May 1, 2006, at the Regency Hospital in Macon. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, May 4, at 2:00 p.m. at the Pine Hill United Methodist Church with burial in the Church Cemetery. Rev. Kenneth Watkins and Rev. David Aycock will officiate. Pallbearers will be Ricky Usry, Johnny Collins, Jerry Walden, Cliff Johnson, Jimmy Burgamy, Joey Burgamy, Gerald Coleman, and Melvin Burgamy. Mr. Ennis was born in Washington County the son of the late T.N. Ennis and the late Minnie Bell Griffin Ennis. He was a retired employee of the American Industrial Clay Company and a member of the Pine Hill United Methodist Church where he was a member of the Adult Sunday School Class. Mr. Ennis was a former farmer and also a former Insurance Agent with Life of Georgia and Globe Insurance Companies. He is an Army veteran of WWII serving in the Medical Corps. Survivors are his wife Doris Burgamy Ennis, of Hamburg, children Gail E. Wilkerson also of Hamburg and Dean Ennis (Sabrina) of Sandersville, grandchildren Tammy W. Cheely (Robert) of Hamburg, Heather E. Herring (Mike) of California, and Charlton Boyd of Sandersville, great grandchildren, Maggie Beth and Bella Grace Herring and his sisters Marilyn E. Walden of Statesboro and Grace E. Usry of Dublin. The family will be at the Wilkerson residence, Big Woods Rd. near Hamburg and will receive friends Wednesday from 6 to 8 p.m. at the May and Smith Funeral Directors 1119 Riddleville Rd. Sandersville. Donations may be made to the Pine Hill United Methodist Church Cemetery Fund c/o Faye Burgamy 165 S. Burgamy Rd. Warthen, GA. 31094. May and Smith Funeral Directors is in charge of these arrangements. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Hazel J. Moore (EVANS, Ga.)
EVANS, Ga. - Hazel J. Moore entered into rest Tuesday May 2, 2006 at her daughter's residence. Miss Moore was one of the first women from Georgia to serve her country in the Women's Army Corps. She also was the first women to be employed as a switchman with Southern Bell where she retired after 35 years of service. Miss Moore also served her community where she was a frequent donor at Shepeard Community Blood Center. She also was a member of the Telephone Pioneers of America and also The Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church. Funeral services will be held Friday afternoon at Elliott Sons Funeral Home Columbia Road Chapel at 2 PM with Rev. Michael Lubinsky officiating. Burial will follow at Westview Cemetery. Miss Moore is survived by a daughter, Rebecca Bold (her fianc Hayden Wright) of Evans; two grandchildren, Tara Elizabeth Bold, Brian Allen Hammond Bold and one great-granddaughter, Shaye Brianna Patterson. Miss Moore was preceded in death by her parents Harry and Inez Moore, and brothers and sisters; Ethel McGahee, Evans Moore, Inman Moore, Alma Cashin, Inez Neal and Harry Moore. Memorials may be made to St. Joseph's Hospice 2260 Wrightsboro Rd., Augusta, GA 30904. Family will receive friends Thursday evening from 7-9 PM at Elliott Sons Funeral Home 4255 Columbia Rd. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Paula D. Carpenter (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. - Ms. Paula D. Carpenter's Celebration of Life will be held Saturday at 1:30 PM at her parents home, William & Nancy Kritz 322 Jackson Ave. N.A.S.C. The family will receive friends at the residence on Friday at 7:00 PM Southern Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 109 Shaw Street, Martinez, Ga. (706) 364-9122.
Terrance Hill (EDGEFIELD, S.C.)
EDGEFIELD, S.C. - Mr. Terrance Allen Hill, 28, of 141 Country Club Rd., Edgefield, died April 27, 2006 at his residence. Funeral services will be held 3 p.m., Thursday, May 4, 2006 at Reedy Branch Baptist Church, Ward, S.C.
William Brooks (HARLEM, Ga.)
HARLEM, Ga. - Mr. William 'Bill' Sidney Brooks, Jr., 80, husband of Mrs. Theresa Robbins Brooks, entered into rest Thursday April 28, 2006. Memorial services are incomplete and will be announced by Starling Funeral Home, Hwy 78, Harlem, Ga. - Email condolence to the family at starling@familink.com.
Theresa Cliatt (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mrs. Theresa M. Cliatt of Chaste Tree Lane entered into rest on Tuesday, May 2, 2006 at the residence. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will announced. Hatcher, Chance & Hydrick Funeral Directors 2502 Richmond Hill Road Augusta, Ga. 30906.
Fred Searles (MCCORMICK, S.C.)
MCCORMICK, S.C. - Fred Douglas Searles, Sr., died April 27, 2006 in Greenwood, S.C. Services are Wednesday at 2:00 P.M. at Springfield A.M.E. Church in McCormick, S.C. with Rev. Derrick Stewart and Melvin Searles officiating. Burial in church cemetery. Friends may call at Walker Funeral Home until service hour.
Kimberly Manfredi (EVANS, GA)
EVANS, GA - Kimberly Grace Manfredi, 34, daughter of Kenneth and Kathy Manfredi, entered in to rest April 27, 2006. Memorial services will be held at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday , May 3, 2006, at Starling Funeral Home, Harlem, Georgia. Kimberly was born in Miami, Florida, and was a resident of Evans, Georgia. Survivors include her parents, Kenneth and Kathy Manfredi, Evans; one brother and sister-in-law Ken and Jennifer Manfredi, Florida; one niece Gianna Manfredi; her Aunt Cindy Parella, Pembrook Pines, Florida, and Aunt Judy Williams, Davie, Florida; and many cousins and friends; she was preceded in death by her grandparents Michael and Grace Manfredi of Appling Ga. Starling Funeral Home, Hwy 78 at 190 S. Fairview Drive, Harlem, Ga. 706-556-6524. Email condolence to the family at starling@familink.com. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Mary Friedman Bellino (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. - Mary Muns Friedman Bellino, 62, beloved wife of the late Steven Edward Friedman and the late Joseph A Bellino, entered into rest May 1, 2006 at her residence. Graveside services will be held Thursday, May 4, 2006 at 11:00 am at Westover Memorial Park with Rabbi Robert Klensin officiating. Mrs. Mary Muns Friedman Bellino, a native of Jackson, S.C. was the daughter of Robert Lee & Fannie Bell Muns. She was an Augusta resident for many years after marrying Steve Friedman in 1961 and she served as President of St. Joseph Hospital Ladies Auxiliary from 1995-1997. Mrs. Friedman-Bellino was an active member of Congregation Children of Israel's Sisterhood and she and Mr. Friedman served as youth advisors of the Congregational Children of Israel for many years. She, together with Mr. Friedman, were avid supporters of the Augusta Green Jackets, the Augusta Boxing Club, and the Augusta Youth Center. After Steve Friedman's death in July 2001, she enjoyed being with her many friends of First Baptist Church of Augusta, as well as traveling on church sponsored trips with them. Several years after the death of Mr. Friedman, Mary married Joseph A. Bellino. They enjoyed living and traveling together until his death in March of 2005. She was a very caring, spiritual, and generous person to all those in need--the epitome of a true Southern lady. Nothing pleased Mary more than helping and giving to others. Survivors include her sister Barbara Neal and her husband Ralph from Mitchell, Georgia; her brother, Alton Muns and his wife Susan of Savannah Georgia, several nieces and nephews; Darryl, Dennis, Alisha, Carol, and Robin, her beloved Yorkshire Terrier Millenia, She will be missed by her many friends: Beverly Dunn (Tony) a devoted and loving friend of more than 30 years; three Godchildren, Meghan (Arturo) Fernandez, Augusta; Kristen "Cookie" Moyer, Augusta; Brentt Moyer, Augusta and two great Godchildren, Savannah" Sam" and Alexander "Xan" Fernandez, Danny and Pam Lucas, Jake and Delores Malone, Teesha (Michael) Stallings, whom she thought of as the daughter she never had, and her loving and compassionate caregivers from Southern Home Care: Ronda, Elaine, Miss Gennie, Martha, Mattie and Nancy. Pallbearers will be Brentt Moyer, David Alalof, Nathan Jolles, Michael Stallings, Danny Lucas and Ryan Gregory. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Congregation Children of Israel, 3005 Walton Way, Augusta, Georgia 30909 or First Baptist Church of Augusta, PO Box 14489, Augusta, GA 30919 Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Kimberly Manfredi (EVANS, Ga.)
EVANS, Ga. - Kimberly Grace Manfredi, 34, daughter of Kenneth and Kathy Manfredi, entered into rest April 27, 2006. Memorial services will be held at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 3, 2006, at Starling Funeral Home, Harlem, Georgia. Survivors include her parents, Kenneth and Kathy Manfredi, Evans; one brother and sister-in-law, Ken and Jennifer Manfredi, Florida; one niece, Gianna Manfredi; her aunt, Cindy Parella, Pembrook Pines, Florida, and Aunt Judy Williams, Davie, Florida; and many cousins and friends; she was preceded in death by her grandparents Michael and Grace Manfredi of Appling Ga. Starling Funeral Home, Hwy 78 at 190 S Fairview Drive, Harlem, Ga. 706-556-6524- Email condolence to the family at starling@familink.com.
Oliver Glisson (BARTOW, Calif.)
BARTOW, Calif. - Mr. Oliver Wayne Glisson Sr., age 72, passed away Wednesday, April 26, 2006 at his residence. Graveside Services will be at 1:00 PM on Thursday, May 4, 2006, at Screven County Memorial Cemetery, Sylvania, GA with Rev. Rick Smith officiating. Thompson-Strickland-Waters Funeral Home in charge of all local arrangements. (912) 564-2331.
Betty Jean Hughes (WAYNESBORO, Ga.)
WAYNESBORO, Ga. - Mrs. Betty Jean Hughes, 74, died Sunday, April 30, 2006, at her residence. Mrs. Hughes was born in Monroe, N.C. on January 30, 1932 to the late Hoyle (Sr.) and Gertrude Helms Stegall. She was a homemaker and has lived in this area since 1981. Mrs. Hughes was preceded in death by her husband, J.C. Hughes, and two great- grandchildren, Austin and Angel. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, May 3, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. at DeLoach-Kennedy Funeral Home Chapel in Waynesboro, Georgia with Rev. Mark Joyner officiating. Interment will follow at Burke Memorial Gardens. Pallbearers are Laney Hinson, Julius W. Hinson, Robert C. Hinson, A.J. Vincent, Clarence Valentine, Edmond Franklin, Jr., and Hoyle Stegall, Jr. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, May 2, 2006 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at DeLoach-Kennedy Funeral Home in Waynesboro, Georgia. Survivors include three sons and daughters-in-law, Laney Hinson (Delores), of Waynesboro; Julius W. Hinson (Sharon), of Tampa, FL; and Robert C. Hinson (Cyndi), of Tampa, FL; brother, Hoyle Stegall, Jr., of N.C.; 11 grandchildren, and 6 great-grandchildren. Arrangements entrusted to DeLoach-Kennedy Funeral Home, Waynesboro, GA 706-554-3531. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Lue Ethel Hill (BEECH ISLAND, S.C.)
BEECH ISLAND, S.C. - Ms. Lue Ethel Hill, of 1195 Aiken Rd., Beech Island, departed this life Wednesday, April 16, 2006. Funeral service will be held Tuesday, May 2, 2006 at 2:00 P.M. from the Old Storm Branch Baptist Church, North Augusta, with Rev. Jerry W. Freeman officiating. The interment will immediately follow in Glovers Cemetery, Langley, S.C. The remains will lie in state at the church from 1:00 p.m. until the hour of service. The funeral cortege will leave the residence, 1195 Aiken Rd., at 1:35. Cheatham Funeral Homes, Inc., 3187 Augusta Rd. (U.S. Hwy 21) Langley, S.C., (803) 593-0660.
Connie Whetzel (GARDEN CITY, S.C.)
GARDEN CITY, S.C.- Connie Delores Whetzel, 65, of Garden City, died Monday, May 1st. Services will be held 4 p.m., Wednesday, at Dyches Funeral Home Chapel in Barnwell with Rev. Charles Morris officiating. The family has entrusted Dyches Funeral Home of Barnwell with the arrangements.
Eugene C. Jones (STATESBORO, Ga.)
STATESBORO, Ga. - Mr. Eugene C. Jones, age 86, passed into eternal rest Wednesday, April 26, 2006. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, May 3 at 11:00 A.M. at the Old Bethel Primitive Baptist Church. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Family visitation will be on Tuesday, May 2 from 7 to 8 p.m. Craig R. Trembles and Sons in charge of arrangements.
Frances Toole (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mrs. Frances Patricia Toole, 77, passed away May 1, 2006 at University Hospital in Augusta. Mrs. Toole was the daughter of the late James Dayton King and the late Winifred Marcella Hernandez King of Jacksonville, FL. A graveside service for family members will be held at Evergreen Cemetery in Jacksonville, FL on Saturday, May 6, 2006. Mrs. Toole was born and raised in Jacksonville, FL. In 1947, she graduated from St. Joseph's Academy where she was on the basketball team and served as its manager and where she participated in the School Choir, Glee Club and Sodality. While residing in Jacksonville Mrs. Toole was a parishioner at St. Matthews Catholic Church and she worked at the Community Chest. Mrs. Toole is survived by her beloved husband of 56 years, James Milton Toole, of One Freedom Way, Augusta, GA , her brother, Kenneth Dayton King of O'Brien, FL, her sister, Helen Marcella McHone of Jacksonville, FL and three children: Frances Melissa Davis of Atlanta, Catherine Toole Coleman (Edward J. Coleman, III) of Augusta and James Devin Toole (Deidre Wilder Toole) of Cartersville, three grandchildren: Emma Leigh Coleman of Augusta, Marcella Keenum Davis of Tuscaloosa and James Lucas Toole of Cartersville. Mrs. Toole is also survived by her nephews: James Patrick McHone of Jacksonville and Robert Newton King of Jacksonville, FL, and her niece, Sharon Lynn Hudson also of O'Brien, FL. Mrs. Toole recently resided at Kentwood Assisted Living in Augusta where she was cared for by a very loving staff for whom she had great affection. The family acknowledges with gratitude the kindness of Rev. Martino Nguyen Ba-Thong of St. Mary On-The-Hill Catholic Church who administered the sacrament of The Anointing of the Sick to Mrs. Toole in her final hours. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials may be made to the Tolomato Cemetery in St. Augustine , FL, c/o Carol Lopez Bradshaw, Menorcan Cultural Society, PO Box 3565 St. Augustine, FL 32085. Thomas Poteet & Son Funeral Directors, 214 Davis Rd. Augusta, GA 30907 (706)354-8484.
Merless Bass (WINDSOR, S.C.)
WINDSOR, S.C. - Services for Merless Bass, 78 will be held 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, May 3rd at Folk Funeral Home Chapel, Williston with burial in the Windsor First Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Tuesday from six to eight p.m. Mr. Bass died on Monday. Born in Sampson County, N.C., Mr. Bass was a son of the late Allen and Virginia Jackson Bass. He was a retired truck driver having worked for FCX Fertilizer Company in Clinton, NC. Mr. Bass was an avid fisherman. Survivors include daughters, Ann Bass and Debra Frye, sons, Ray, Larry and Wayne Bass, a sister, Hazel Tindall and brothers, Bernice, Milton and Tilton Bass, thirteen grandchildren and eighteen great grandchildren and one great, great grandchild and his beloved dog named 'Rotten'. Mr. Bass was predeceased by brothers Percy and Ellis Bass and a grandchild, Jeffery Stone. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Hilda Parker (MILLEN, Ga.)
MILLEN, Ga. - Mrs. Hilda Tippins Parker, 91, died Tuesday, May 02, 2006. Mrs. Parker, widow of the late G. Bernard Parker, was born in Claxton, GA, a retired school teacher, and member of the Daughters of the American Revolution. Mrs. Parker was also a member of the Millen Baptist Church where she attended Faithful Workers Sunday School Class. A Memorial service will be at 11:00 a.m. Thursday at the Millen Baptist Church. She is survived by her son, George B. Parker of Millen, two daughters, Jane Parker Rogers of Millen and Sara Parker Sims of Macon, a sister, Miss Myra Tippins of Jacksonville, FL, a sister-in-law, Frances Parker Curry of Statesboro, nine grandchildren and four great grandchildren. Visitation will be Wednesday, from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at the Crowe Field Funeral Home, Millen, Ga. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Glenn W. McKenzie (RIDGE SPRING, S.C.)
RIDGE SPRING, S.C. - Graveside services for Mr. Glenn W. McKenzie will be conducted today at 2:00 PM at Graniteville Cemetery. Chaplain Martha Vinson officiating. Southern Funeral & Cremation Service, 109 Shaw Street, Martinez, Ga., (706) 364-9122.
Jean H. Martin (WRENS, Ga.)
WRENS, Ga. - Mrs. Jean H. Martin, age 80, loving wife of the late Cliff Martin Sr. entered into eternal rest on May 2, 2006. at Gibson Health and Rehabilitation Center. She is survived by her son, Walter P. Martin; a sister, Ann Kennedy, and two granddaughters, Casey Ingles and Jane Furcron. She precede in death by her two sons, Cliff Martin Jr., and Joseph B. Martin. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 P.M. Thursday May 4, 2006, at the James Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Roy White and Randall Goosen officiating. Family will receive friends from 7:00 - 9:00 P.M. Wednesday evening May 3, 2006 at the funeral home. Mrs. Martin was self employed of Cliff Martin Enterprises and Cliff Martin Dairy Queen, she was a Methodist, she attended University of Georgia, and she taught elementary school in Bullock county, also member of D.A.R., Pallbearers will be her grandsons, Trey Martin, Jay Martin, Walt Martin, Jimmy Martin, Steve Martin, Daniel Martin, Honorary Pallbearers will be, Jefferson County Sheriff's Dept., Wrens Police Dept., Richmond County Narcotics Dept. James Funeral Home- Wrens, GA. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Brinson Jones (WRENS, Ga.)
WRENS, Ga. - Mr. Brinson Jones, 46, died Friday, April 27, 2006. Funeral service will be held Wednesday, May 3, 2006 at 4:00 P.M. at Springfield A.M.E. Church, Stapleton, Ga. with Rev. Samuel Thompkins officiating. Burial in church cemetery. Burnett Funeral Home, Wrens, Ga.
Marie B. O'Bryant (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mrs. Marie B. O'Bryant of Magnolia Avenue entered into rest Friday, April 28, 2006 at the University Hospital. Funeral services will be held Thursday, May 4, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at the First Providence Baptist Church, North Augusta, with Rev. Alex Pope officiating. Burial will be at Mt. Olive Memorial Garden. Mrs. O'Bryant was a native of Beech Island, S.C., a member of First Providence Baptist Church for 74 years, where she was a member of the Choir, Usher Board and taught Sunday school. Survivors are one daughter, Carolyn O'Bryant (Curtis Hagan); seven sons, George (Mary) O'Bryant, Elliott (Virginia) O'Bryant, Johnnie (Judy) O'Bryant, Jr., Herman (Deidre) O'Bryant, all of Augusta, Lewis (Belinda) O'Bryant, Woodbridge, Va., Tommy (Jeanette) O'Bryant, Brooklyn, N.Y., Danny O'Bryant, Atlanta, Ga.; one step-son, Willie J. O'Bryant, Florida and daughter-in-law, Alice Butler, Augusta and a host of grandchildren, other relatives and friends. Williams Funeral Home, 1765 Martin Luther King, Jr., Blvd. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Leonard Roye (LINCOLNTON, Ga.)
LINCOLNTON, Ga. - Our beloved brother departed this life on Sunday April 30, 2006, at the Medical College of Georgia Hospital. Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. Thursday May 4, 2006, at Starling Funeral Home, Harlem, Ga., with the Revs. Fred Heard and Randy Byrd officiating. Entombment will be in Westover Memorial Park Mausoleum, Augusta, Ga. Leonard was a resident of Lincoln County and was a member of the Plumbers and Steamfitters Local 150. He was preceded in death by his father Leonard Roye, Sr.., his brother Randall Roye, and his sister Selina Roye. Leonard left to cherish his memory his son Joseph Roye; his mother Ruby Roye, Evans; brothers, Rex Roye, Evans, Raleigh Roye, Lincolnton, and Ray White, Grovetown; Sisters Verline White, Grovetown and Malissa Roye, Evans; Seven Nieces and nephews and six great nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Doug Robinson, Daniel Duncan, Donald Lowe, Grayson Goble, Dennis Smith, andTimothy Roye. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Wednesday evening from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Starling Funeral Home, Hwy 78, Harlem, Ga. - Email condolence to the family at starling@familink.com. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Darwin D. Kelley (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest on Monday, May 1, 2006, at Doctor's Hospital, Mr. Darwin D. Kelley, husband of 60 years to Jeanette M. Kelley of Augusta. Mr. Kelley was born in Osceola, Iowa in 1924. He farmed with his father until 1946 in Miles, Iowa. Mr. Kelley was a Mason and Past Master of Low Moor Endeavor #610 Lodge F.& A.M.in Low Moor, Iowa, Emeritus Member of the Fleming Lodge # 718 and the Alice Warren Chapter #483 Order of the Eastern Star. Additional survivors include his daughters, Lynn Marie Jones and Gayle Davidson and her husband, Hugh all of Augusta; his son, Tom Kelley and his wife, Bonnie of Jacksonville, FL; grandchildren, Todd Nielsen and his wife, Lela, Nathan Jones, Patrick Kelley, Ryan Kelley and his wife, Kathy, Karen Davidson and James Davidson; three great-grandchildren, four sisters and one brother. Funeral services will be Thursday, May 4, 2006, 11:00 A.M. in the Chapel of Thomas Poteet & Son with Rev. Bill Burch officiating. Pallbearers will be his five grandsons. Burial will follow at Westover Memorial Park. If so desired memorial contributions may be made to Burns Memorial United Methodist Church, 2372 Lumpkin Rd. Augusta, GA 30906. The family will receive friends on Wednesday from 7:00 P.M. until 9:00 P.M. at Thomas Poteet & Son Funeral Directors, 214 Davis Rd. Augusta, GA 30907 (706)364-8484. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Henry M. Hege (HARRISONBURG, Va.)
HARRISONBURG, Va. - Henry Martin Hege, 77, of Harrisonburg, died April 28, 2006. A graveside service will be held Thursday morning, May 4, 2006 at 10:30 a.m. at Hephzibah Mennonite Church Cemetery in Hephzibah, GA. Arrangements entrusted to DeLoach-Kennedy Funeral Home, Hephzibah, Georgia (706)-592-5000.
Wilson Blocker (AIKEN, S.C.)
AIKEN, S.C. - Mr. Wilson Blocker, age 67, of 229 Kershaw St., SE, died Sunday, April 30, 2006 at his residence. Funeral service will be held Thursday, May 4, 2006 at 2:00 P.M. from the Ocean Grove Baptist Church, Aiken. Interment will follow in church cemetery. The family will receive friends at Jackson-Brooks funeral home Wednesday from 7 to 8 p.m.
Mattie L. Warren (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mattie L. Warren entered into rest Thursday, April 27, 2006. Funeral service will be held Wednesday, May 3, 2006 at 1:00 P.M. at Sand Valley A.M.E. in Avery, Ga., with the Rev. Samuel Tompkins officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Family and friends will assemble at the church at 12:40 P.M. Her loving memories will be cherished by a daughter, Carolyn Warren; two sons, Darnell Warren and Nicklos Warren; one sister, Marble Moss; three brothers, Garfield Davis, Johnny Davis, Evester Davis; six grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. People Funeral Home Incorporated in charge of arrangements. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Franklin Aubert (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. - Mr. Franklin Aubert, 67, of Lecompte Avenue entered into rest May 1, 2006 at his residence. Funeral arrangements will be announced later. Mr. Aubert, a native of New York, was a member of Second Providence Baptist Church. Survivors include his wife, Sheila Daniels Aubert; two daughters, Athena Ramos, Virginia and Amanda Stevens, Manhattan; three sons, Franklin Aubert, Jr., and Maurice Stevens (Tracey), Bronx, NY and Abdual Muhammand, North Augusta; three sisters, Rose Wilson (Frank) and Rachel Ramirez (Gilbert), Bronx and Nilda Rivera (Raymond), Luquillo, Puerto Rico; three brothers, Toney Aubert (Rose) and Phillip Aubert, Bronx and Fredro Aubert, Connecticut; five grandchildren and one great-grandchild; a host of other relatives and friends. Friends may call at the residence. G.L. Brightharp & Sons Mortuary, 614 West Avenue, North Augusta, S.C.
Yongsuk Pak Wenner (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Yongsuk Pak Wenner of Georgetown left this earth to be with Jesus, April 27 around 9:30 p.m. at MCG, surrounded by family and friends. She is survived by her husband, Mark D. Wenner; son, Jhin Pak, daughter-in-law, Ligia Pak; grandchildren, Christina Dustin, Julia Pak, Nathan Pak and Kevin Pak; brother, Yusaeng Pak and wife Hye Soon Pak; three sisters, Sue Copeland and husban Bob Copeland, Hyo Suk Nam and husban Ki tok Nam, and Tok Hyon Kang. Memorial services will be held May 6, 4:00 P.M. at Augusta Seventh-Day Adventist Church located at 4301 Wheeler Rd., Martinez, 30907, (706) 651-0412. As her wish, her body was donated to MCG Hospital.
Mitchell Flanigan (LINCOLNTON, Ga.)
LINCOLNTON, Ga. - Mr. Mitchell Flanigan, husband of Ann Chafin Flanigan of Washington Hwy. Lincolnton, died Tuesday, May 2 at his residence. He was 71. Graveside services will be held, Thursday, May 4, 2006 at 11 a.m. at Hephzibah Baptist Church Cemetery with Rev. Paul C. Reviere officiating. Other obituary information will follow in the Thursday edition of the Augusta Chronicle. Friends may call at the residence or from 7pm-9pm Wednesday at Beggs Funeral Home 200 May Ave Lincolnton, GA, 30817 (706) 359-4117 . Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Frances Patricia Toole (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mrs. Frances Patricia Toole, 77, passed away May 1, 2006 at University Hospital in Augusta. Mrs. Toole was the daughter of the late James Dayton King and the late Winifred Marcella Hernandez King of Jacksonville, FL. A graveside service for family members will be held at Evergreen Cemetery in Jacksonville, FL on Saturday, May 6, 2006. Mrs. Toole was born and raised in Jacksonville, Fla. In 1947, she graduated from St. Joseph's Academy where she was on the basketball team and served as its manager and where she participated in the School Choir, Glee Club and Sodality. While residing in Jacksonville Mrs. Toole was a parishioner at St. Matthews Catholic Church and she worked at the Community Chest. Mrs. Toole is survived by her beloved husband of 56 years, James Milton Toole, of One Freedom Way, Augusta, GA , her brother, Kenneth Dayton King of O'Brien, FL, her sister, Helen Marcella McHone of Jacksonville, FL and three children: Frances Melissa Davis of Atlanta, Catherine Toole Coleman (Edward J. Coleman, III) of Augusta and James Devin Toole (Deidre Wilder Toole) of Cartersville, three grandchildren: Emma Leigh Coleman of Augusta, Marcella Keenum Davis of Tuscaloosa and James Lucas Toole of Cartersville. Mrs. Toole is also survived by her nephews: James Patrick McHone of Jacksonville and Robert Newton King of Jacksonville, FL, and her niece, Sharon Lynn Hudson also of O'Brien, FL. Mrs. Toole recently resided at Kentwood Assisted Living in Augusta where she was cared for by a very loving staff for whom she had great affection. The family acknowledges with gratitude the kindness of Rev. Martino Nguyen Ba-Thong of St. Mary On-The-Hill Catholic Church who administered the sacrament of The Anointing of the Sick to Mrs. Toole in her final hours. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials may be made to the Tolomato Cemetery in St. Augustine , FL, c/o Carol Lopez Bradshaw, Menorcan Cultural Society, PO Box 3565 St. Augustine, FL 32085. Thomas Poteet & Son Funeral Directors, 214 Davis Rd. Augusta, GA 30907 (706)354-8484. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Martha H. Armistead (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. - Mrs. Martha H. Armistead, 77, wife of the late James N. Armistead, of Hillwood Court, went home to be with her Lord on Tuesday, May 2, 2006 at University Hospital. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Thursday, May 4, 2006 in the chapel of Rowland Funeral Home with Rev. Roger Bennett officiating. Interment will be at Pineview Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Eddie Huff, Mike Huff, Jimmy Huff, Kent Huff and Dave VanHart. The family will receive friends at Rowland Funeral Home this evening from 6 to 8 p.m. Mrs. Armistead was born in McDuffie County, GA and had lived in North Augusta for the past forty-nine years. She was retired from Plunkett Heating and Air Conditioning Inc. and was a member of Overcomers Outreach Center of Martinez. Survivors include two daughters, Patsy Doyle of North Augusta and Carol Tribble of Augusta; a brother, James C. Huff of Martinez; a sister-in-law, Judy Huff of Augusta; two grandchildren, Kristin Oliver and Kelly Oferosky both of North Augusta; and a number of nieces and nephews. Memorials may be made to Overcomers Outreach Center, 3850 Washington Road, 3B LaPetite Plaza, Martinez, GA 30907 or Hebron Colony Ministries, Inc., 356 Old Turnpike Road, Boone, NC 28607. Rowland Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
James P. Camp (KINGS MOUNTAIN, N.C.)
KINGS MOUNTAIN, N.C.- Mr. James Pete Camp, 81, died Saturday, April 29, 2006. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, May 2, 2006, 3:00 P.M., Ollie Harris Memorial Chapel. Burial will be in Mountain Rest Cemetery, Kings Mountain, N.C. Harris Funeral Home, Kings Mountain, N.C., in charge of arrangements.
Senia Lamar (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mrs. Senia Sanders Lamar, 97, of 1640 Roosevelt St. entered into rest Sunday, April 30, 2006 at the Ridgeway Health and Rehabilitation Care Center, Ridgeway, S.C. Funeral services will be held Saturday, May 6, 2006 at 3:30 p.m. at the Springfield Baptist Church with Rev. Dr. E.T. Martin officiating. Burial will be in Cedar Grove Cemetery. Survivors are one sister, Pearl Tillman, Augusta; godson, James Crouch, Augusta; six nieces, Mary Ida Gardner, Claremont, Calif., Ernestine Scott, Bertha Phillips, Senia Fooks and Ella Russell, Columbia, S.C, Joanne Riley, Augusta; nephew, James (Inez) Gardner, Augusta; special friends, Perry Williams, Hephzibah and Elijah Quillar, Jr.; at host of other relatives and friends. Williams Funeral Home, 1765 Martin Luther King, Jr., Blvd. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Clara Coleman (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mrs. Clara Coleman entered into rest Friday, April 28, 2006 at Portsbridge Hospice Center. Funeral service will be Wednesday, May 3, 2006 at 11:00 A.M. at Mt. Calvary Baptist Church with Rev. Clyde Hill, Sr., officiating. Burial will be at Walker Memorial Park. Mrs. Coleman was a native of Augusta, was a member of the Mt. Calvary Baptist Church, and a retired employee of Medical College of Georgia. Survivors are two daughters, Willa Mitchell and Joan (Jay) Jenkins, Augusta; three brothers, Julian (Joan) Bryant, Chicago, Ill., Reather Bryant, Albany, Ga., Frank (Valerie) Bryant, Forestville, Md.; eight grandchildren, Carlus (Kimberly) Mitchell, Richmond, Va., Keith Reeves, Kevin Mitchell, Derrick Reeves and Jasmine Burns, Augusta, Katrina Wright, Macon, Ga., Jay Jenkins, Jr., Atlanta, Ricardo Briscoe, Augusta; twelve great-grandchildren, mother-in-law, Gladys Coleman, three sisters-in-law, Lena Coleman, Augusta, Edith Long, Beatrice Tolbert, Houston, Texas; godson, Benny (Betty) Johnson, Augusta and a host of other relatives and friends. Williams Funeral Home, 1765 Martin Luther King, Jr., Blvd. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Eleanor Asbell (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. - Answered God's call Tuesday morning, May 2, 2006, Mrs. Eleanor Barfield Asbell of North Augusta, wife of the late Zola G. Asbell and daughter of the late Samuel Barfield and the late Lillian Howell Barfield. She is survived by a daughter, Zora A. NeSmith of North Augusta; a grand-daughter, Danene N. Carter and her husband Donnie Carter of North Augusta; a grandson, Ray Darren NeSmith and his wife, Beth NeSmith of North Augusta; great-grandchildren, Wesley Carter, Christen Carter, Zach NeSmith and Matt NeSmith; three brothers-in-law, Crawford Asbell and his wife, Helen Asbell of Tignall, Ga., Charles Asbelle and his wife, Jackie Asbelle of Graniteville, S.C. and Ronald Asbell and wife Shirley Asbell of Roseville, Calif., and special nieces and nephews. She was born in Mitchell, Georgia but has been a lifelong resident of Aiken County. She was retired from Seminole Mill. She was a member of St. John United Methodist Church in Graniteville. The funeral service will be conducted Thursday, May 4, 2006 at 3:30 P.M. in the Chapel of Napier Funeral Home with Rev. Joe Hulsey officiating. The interment will follow in the Graniteville Cemetery. The pallbearers will be Zach NeSmith, Matt NeSmith, Wesley Carter, Gary Gunter, Wade Napier and Scottie Napier. The family will receive friends at the funeral home prior to the service from 1:30 p.m. until 3:30 p.m. on Thursday. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 1899 Central Avenue, Augusta, GA 30905. Napier Funeral Home, 315 Main St., Graniteville, S.C. 29829. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Phillip Holley (DESTIN, Fla.)
DESTIN, Fla. - Entered into rest May 1, 2006 in Destin, Mr. Phillip Gerard Holley, father of Michael Ryan Holley and son of the late Mr. & Mrs. R. Eugene Holley, brother of Robert Holley, Stephen Holley, Anna Avrett and E. Norton Holley. Funeral arrangements in Augusta are incomplete and will be announced later. Thomas Poteet & Son Funeral Directors, 214 Davis Road, Augusta, Georgia 30907 (706) 364-8484
Clara Coleman (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mrs. Clara Coleman entered into rest Friday, April 28, 2006 at Portsbridge Hospice Center. Funeral service will be Wednesday, May 3, 2006 at 11:00 A.M. at Mt. Calvary Baptist Church with Rev. Clyde Hill, Sr., officiating. Burial will be at Walker Memorial Park. Remains will lie in state at the church 10:00 a.m. until the hour of service. Family and friends will assemble at the residence at 10:30 a.m. Williams Funeral Home, 1765 Martin Luther King, Jr., Blvd.
LaVelle Kirkpatrick (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. -Mrs. LaVelle Pollard Kirkpatrick , 83, beloved wife of the late Mr. Hubert Stone Kirkpatrick , died Saturday, April 29, 2006, at St. Joseph Hospital. Funeral services will be held 11:00 am Wednesday, May 3, 2006 at St. John United Methodist Church, 736 Greene Street, with the Rev. Renea Slater officiating. Honorary pallbearers will be former members of the Marion Pierson Sunday School class. Following the service her body will be conveyed to Wade Funeral Home, Hubbard, Texas where services are to conclude on Monday, May 8 with interment in Fairview Cemetery. Born in Hill County, Texas, she spent the majority of her adult life in Augusta. A member of St. John United Methodist Church, her Christian service was an important aspect of her life. A lifelong Methodist, she served in many capacities of the church; Sunday School teacher, Bible Study leader, choir member, Women's Society of Christian service and the United Methodist Women . She was a member of the Porcelain Artist Guild and the winner of many ribbons for her paintings. Survivors include her son C. Stone Kirkpatrick , Richardson, TX ; son and daughter-in-law, Raymond Charles (Brenda) Kirkpatrick, Augusta; daughter and son-in-law Rosa Lee (John) Scott , Denton , TX ; sister Leslie Pollard Sperry, Hubbard , TX; six granddaughters and spouses Alicia Scott (Chip) Wagner, Anna Kirkpatrick Scott, Mary Alice Kirkpatrick, Dee Anne Kirkpatrick (Jeremy) Freeman , Kathryn Marie Kirkpatrick and Faith Trautman (Ryan) Barber; great-grandsons Preston Charles Wagner and Harrison Lee Wagner. She is also survived by many loving nieces & nephews. The family will receive friends from 7 until 9 pm. on Tuesday evening at Elliott Sons Funeral Home, 1134 Telfair Street, Augusta. For those wishing to make memorial contributions in lieu of flowers the family suggests, St John UMC ,c/o the Music Fund and or the Beautification Project , 736 Greene Street, Augusta , GA 30901 Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
William Hall (AIKEN, S.C.)
AIKEN, S.C. - Memorial services for Mr. William Lawrence 'Larry' Hall, 56, will be held at 11am, Thursday, May 4, 2006 at George Funeral Home & Cremation Center 211 Park Avenue, SW, Aiken. Visit www.SouthCarolinaCremation.com to view the obituary and sign the online condolence register.
Thomas Spitzer (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. - Mr. Thomas Franklin Spitzer, 65, husband of Mrs. Frances Zeigler Spitzer, died Thursday, April 27, 2006. Funeral services will be held today at 10:00 a.m. at the First Baptist Church of North Augusta with Dr. Gary C. Redding officiating. Graveside services will follow at 1:00 p.m. at Barnwell County Memorial Park Cemetery on Highway 278 in Barnwell, SC. Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church of North Augusta's Children's Learning Center or Center for Care and Counseling, 602 Georgia Ave. North Augusta, SC 29841. Rowland Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Wilbur L. Funderburg (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Memorial services for Mr. Wilbur L. Funderburg, Sr., born May 24, 1928 who entered into rest April 11, 2006, will be 11:00 A.M., Friday, May 5, 2006, at Augusta First Seventh-day Adventist Church, 4301 Wheeler Rd., Augusta. Burial to follow at Westover Memorial Park, 2601 Wheeler Rd., Augusta.
Gary Simon Krepps (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
HEPHZIBAH, Ga. - Mr. Gary Simon Krepps, 53, of Windsor Spring Road entered into rest at the residence. Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced. Hatcher, Chance & Hydrick Funeral Directors 2502 Richmond Hill Road Augusta, Georgia 30906.
Leonard Roye (LINCOLNTON, Ga.)
LINCOLNTON, Ga. - Our beloved brother departed this life on Sunday April 30, 2006. Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. Thursday May 4, 2006, at Starling Funeral Home, Harlem, Ga., with the Revs. Fred Heard and Randy Byrd officiating. Entombment will be in Westover Memorial Park Mausoleum, Augusta, Ga. Pallbearers will be Doug Robinson, Daniel Duncan, Donald Lowe, Grayson Goble, Dennis Smith, and Timothy Roye. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Wednesday evening from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Starling Funeral Home, Hwy 78, Harlem, Ga. - Email condolence to the family at starling@familink.com.
Terrance Hill (EDGEFIELD, S.C.)
Fred Searles (MCCORMICK, S.C.)
Paula D. Carpenter (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Thomas Spitzer (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Lue Ethel Hill (BEECH ISLAND, S.C.)
Pasadena D. Garnett (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Wilbur L. Funderburg (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Franklin Aubert (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Gary Simon Krepps (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
Leonard Roye (LINCOLNTON, Ga.)
Martha H. Armistead (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Mary Friedman Bellino (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
James Faircloth (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Henry M. Hege (HARRISONBURG, Va.)
Annie Rose Roberts (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
James P. Camp (KINGS MOUNTAIN, N.C.)
Marie B. O'Bryant (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Yongsuk Pak Wenner (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Connie Whetzel (GARDEN CITY, S.C.)
Betty Jean Hughes (WAYNESBORO, Ga.)
Darwin D. Kelley (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mattie L. Warren (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Eugene C. Jones (STATESBORO, Ga.)
Mitchell Flanigan (LINCOLNTON, Ga.)
Eleanor Asbell (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
LaVelle Kirkpatrick (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Thelma P. Kearley ( THOMSON, Ga.)
Glenn W. McKenzie (RIDGE SPRING, S.C.)
Elna Anne Lombard (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
Oliver Glisson (BARTOW, Calif.)
Elna Anne Lombard (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
Frances Patricia Toole (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Kimberly Manfredi (EVANS, Ga.)
Travis Guy Minick (ATLANTA, Ga.)
Leonard Roye (LINCOLNTON, Ga.)
LaVelle Kirkpatrick (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Baffert looks to continue Kentucky Derby success
Undefeated girls track team upholds pride of the Lions
11 newcomers chosen to play for America
Greenbrier advances to face nemesis next
Leonard's talent sets up Irish win
Aiken puts a stop to Bruins
Lancaster had no shot at beating Aiken in the first round of the Class AAAA girls soccer playoffs.
Leonard's talent sets up Irish win
David Leonard can't explain his throw-in prowess.
Star's presence boosts champs
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Welcome Matz
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Greenbrier advances to face nemesis next
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Overtime
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11 newcomers chosen to play for America
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Overtime
Individual player statistics are due every Wednesday at 4 p.m., no exceptions.
Undefeated girls track team upholds pride of the Lions
WHO'S HOT: Augusta Christian girls track. The Lions finished their season 53-0 by winning the SCISA Class AAA title Saturday by 23.5 points. Casey Brush defended her discus title and won the high jump. Jordan Little won the long jump and defended her shot put crown. The 1,600-meter relay team of Brush, Lynlee Satcher, Whitney Waters and Calyssa Lawyer set a state record of 4:18.42. Bryan Wilson was named the state coach of the year.
Baffert looks to continue Kentucky Derby success
LOUISVILLE, Ky. - For nearly 20 years, three trainers have compiled an incredible record of not only competing in, but winning the Kentucky Derby.
Daytime Emmy awards show ranks low ratings
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Officials upset at TV portrayal of their town
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Jessica Alba to host MTV Movie Awards
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2 more 'Sopranos' cast members run afoul of the law
2 more 'Sopranos' cast members run afoul of the law
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Officials upset at TV portrayal of their town
'House' tries 2-part episode this week
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Jessica Alba to host MTV Movie Awards
Magician David Blaine set for new trick
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'House' tries 2-part episode this week
Magician David Blaine set for new trick
Daytime Emmy awards show ranks low ratings
Anna Nicole Smith scores Supreme Court win
Limbaugh signs deal to end prescription fraud case
Movie promotion gets off to an explosive start
Splitsville for Paris Hilton and Stavros
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Quick hits
'Girls in Pants'
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Prom pictures
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Virginity: a badge of honor or mark for taunting?
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Spending money comes from summertime job
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Xtreme calendar
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