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.
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.
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.
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.
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
Festival organizer shares the secrets of gardening
For the past seven years, Jackie Heath has ignored weekend weather forecasts at the beginning of May.
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
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.
School menus
School menus for the week ending May 22.
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.
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.
Pet of the week
Scarlette, a 9-month-old female mixed breed, is available for adoption through Molly's Militia.
Adult literacy sites
Here are some phone numbers of adult literacy sites:
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
Applause cover
Applause cover for May 4, 2006.
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.
Production gives farce American twist
Breaking from the British stranglehold on farce, Love, Sex and the IRS is all about love, American style.
Production gives farce American twist
Breaking from the British stranglehold on farce, Love, Sex and the IRS is all about love, American style.
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."
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.
Surge changes Reds' outlook
CINCINNATI - Adam Dunn glanced around the clubhouse and saw seven - SEVEN! - television cameras setting up for postgame interviews.
Pacers dip into Greenbrier talent pool
AIKEN - It began with Bradley Key. And it hasn't stopped since.
Tigers reel off 6th win in a row
Tigers reel off 6th win in a row
DETROIT - Alexis Gomez hit a tiebreaking single in the eighth inning, and Detroit beat slumping Los Angeles to extend its winning streak to six.
Bonds slams 712th homer
SAN FRANCISCO - Barry Bonds is two away from tying the Babe.
Pacers dip into Greenbrier talent pool
AIKEN - It began with Bradley Key. And it hasn't stopped since.
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.
Sabathia, Hafner carry Cleveland
League approves Nationals owners
WASHINGTON - Major League Baseball at long last picked someone to buy the Washington Nationals, choosing a group that's led by real estate developer Theodore Lerner and includes former Atlanta Braves executive Stan Kasten.
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.
League approves Nationals owners
Lackey, Kendall ejected after altercation
Surge changes Reds' outlook
CINCINNATI - Adam Dunn glanced around the clubhouse and saw seven - SEVEN! - television cameras setting up for postgame interviews.
Giants blank Brewers
MILWAUKEE - The best contact Barry Bonds made was with his forehead.
Rally wasted after Phils homer in 8th
PHILADELPHIA - The thought of a four-game winning streak capped by a second consecutive come-from-behind victory was dancing around in the Braves' heads - for all of about five minutes.
Atlanta leaves on high note
ATLANTA - On Elvis Night at Turner Field, the King gave up the winning run.
Rally wasted after Phils homer in 8th
PHILADELPHIA - The thought of a four-game winning streak capped by a second consecutive come-from-behind victory was dancing around in the Braves' heads - for all of about five minutes.
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.
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.
Looking to be a better leader? Try being a servant
Sidewalk work to begin at DeLaigle House
Looking to be a better leader? Try being a servant
As Ken Blanchard watched his book The One Minute Manager power through the business world in 1982, he knew it had more behind it than just his theories.
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.
Sportswear buys Holloway
Augusta Sportswear Group has added another holding to its growing line of apparel companies.
Office park will let businesses build their own custom offices
They'll sell you the infrastructure and land. You bring the building.
Project is shrinking but still in works
Sportswear buys Holloway
Augusta Sportswear Group has added another holding to its growing line of apparel companies.
Office park will let businesses build their own custom offices
Hybrids designed with military needs in mind
Project is shrinking but still in works
Grand plans for the National Hills shopping center may have fizzled, but developers still foresee a mixed-use space of condos and retail for the Washington Road complex.
Hybrids designed with military needs in mind
OSHKOSH, Wis. - At the top of a 10-foot-high mound of dirt, Gary Schmiedel takes in the silence. The military truck he's driving barely hums just before it careens down a steep incline into a muddy pool.
Editorial cartoon 050406 - The Augusta Chronicle
Editorial cartoon 050306 - The Augusta Chronicle
Richt's wife expected to make full recovery
SAVANNAH, Ga. - Georgia coach Mark Richt's wife, Katharyn, underwent a hysterectomy last week following her recent diagnosis for cervical cancer, Richt said.
Richt's wife expected to make full recovery
SAVANNAH, Ga. - Georgia coach Mark Richt's wife, Katharyn, underwent a hysterectomy last week following her recent diagnosis for cervical cancer, Richt said.
A bill of historic irrelevancy
Pray now or pay later
Today is the 55th National Day of Prayer.
Life term was too good for him
Amid an economic boom
The reality is that, despite the war in Iraq, soaring gas prices and gloom-and-doom forecasts, the U.S. economy continues to roar ahead like a locomotive. A better-than-4 percent growth rate this past quarter, unemployment under 5 percent, the stock market inching back to pre-9-11 highs, consumer and construction spending up, factory activity expanding - wherever you look, the economy is doing great.
A bill of historic irrelevancy
Imagine the uproar if someone suggested teaching public school students the historical contributions of Christians.
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.
Streamline domestic abuse cases
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.
Chanticleer brings diversity in music, choral members
For Augusta native Joseph Jennings, the music director for the choral ensemble Chanticleer, hitting the road means coming home.
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.
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.
Concert calendar
19TH ANNUAL LEWIS FAMILY HOMECOMING AND BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL: Noon to 11 p.m., today-Saturday; Elijah Clark State Park, U.S. Highway 378, 10 miles east of Lincolnton, Ga.; $30 per day or $20 after 6 p.m. for adults; $15 per day for ages 6-13; free for 5 or younger; $3 per vehicle; headliners include The Cherryholmes Family, The Lewis Family and Mac Wiseman, Jesse McReynolds, Bobby Osborne and Jimmy C. Newman; (706) 864-7203.
Applause calendar
Three veterans of the Grand Ole Opry - Jesse McReynolds, Jimmy C. Newman and Bobby Osborne - and 80-year-old bluegrass performer Mac Wiseman will join other entertainers at the 19th annual Lewis Family Homecoming and Bluegrass Festival.
People in the News
SYDNEY, Australia - Dame Edna Everage's alter ego, Barry Humphries, punched a photographer who pursued him outside a restaurant, his publicist said.
Splitsville for Paris Hilton and Stavros
NEW YORK - It's apparently over for Paris Hilton and Greek shipping heir Stavros Niarchos.
Stuff to do
Things to see this week.
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."
Concert calendar
19TH ANNUAL LEWIS FAMILY HOMECOMING AND BLUEGRASS FESTIVAL: Noon to 11 p.m., today-Saturday; Elijah Clark State Park, U.S. Highway 378, 10 miles east of Lincolnton, Ga.; $30 per day or $20 after 6 p.m. for adults; $15 per day for ages 6-13; free for 5 or younger; $3 per vehicle; headliners include The Cherryholmes Family, The Lewis Family and Mac Wiseman, Jesse McReynolds, Bobby Osborne and Jimmy C. Newman; (706) 864-7203.
Club calendar
Send your nightclub's entertainment or drink special information to karen.roberson@augustachronicle.com, fax it to (706) 722-7403 or call (706) 823-3708. Listings must be received by 6 p.m. Mondays for publication in the current week:
The top five list
List of the most popular in TV, film music and DVDs.
'Elite' fishing event begins
The bass are on the beds, hotels are packed with boat trailers and a 60-foot Jumbotron television screen has taken up a place on the pavement at Wildwood Park.
'Elite' fishing event begins
The bass are on the beds, hotels are packed with boat trailers and a 60-foot Jumbotron television screen has taken up a place on the pavement at Wildwood Park.
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.
Fiesta food adds to holiday spirit
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.
Cinco de Mayo party bites for festive munching
Lamb kebabs seasoned for today's taste
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
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.
Harvest time plays critical role in peanut taste
Catfish silence Jackets' bats
The energy just wasn't there for the Augusta GreenJackets on Wednesday night. Neither was luck or their bats.
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.
Catfish silence Jackets' bats
The energy just wasn't there for the Augusta GreenJackets on Wednesday night. Neither was luck or their bats.
Mount Vintage moves forward without Thelan
Double or nothing
CHARLOTTE, N.C. - Typical of how he plays, John Daly holds nothing back in his new book.
Mount Vintage moves forward without Thelan
Brian Thelan had a tough decision to make.
Cancer takes Woods' father
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.
Cancer takes Woods' father
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.
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.
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.
Pacers extend streak at regionals
Pacers extend streak at regionals
USC Aiken can officially begin thinking about a three-peat.
Tough decisions await Detroit
DETROIT - The Detroit Red Wings can't throw money at their problems like they have done in the past.
Buffalo ends road woes with stellar performance
Buffalo ends road woes with stellar performance
PHILADELPHIA - Buffalo's playoff road struggles are over. So is Philadelphia's season.
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
Don't miss 'The Music Man' again
If you missed the first weekend of The Music Man at the Jabez S. Hardin Performing Arts Center at the Columbia County Library, you missed one great evening. You have one more weekend to see it.Georgia B. Kozel, Evans
Let retired generals speak out
Don't miss 'The Music Man' again
If you missed the first weekend of The Music Man at the Jabez S. Hardin Performing Arts Center at the Columbia County Library, you missed one great evening. You have one more weekend to see it.Georgia B. Kozel, Evans
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.
Congress is useless on immigration
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
Congress is useless on immigration
In 1986, Congress gave amnesty to 3 million illegals, and promised to secure our borders. They failed miserably to do so, and now we have at least 12 milliion more illegal invaders.Thomas N. Dean, Aiken, S.C.
Old outhouses were built to last
Flu drug Tamiflu fares well in animal testing
Research shows Americans sicker than British
Bird flu report: don't count on federal rescue
Efforts urged to boost organ donations
How long can you use that stamp? Forever
WASHINGTON - Not just diamonds are forever. Add stamps to the list. The post office is planning a "forever" stamp for letters, good no matter how many times postal rates increase.
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.
How long can you use that stamp? Forever
WASHINGTON - Not just diamonds are forever. Add stamps to the list. The post office is planning a "forever" stamp for letters, good no matter how many times postal rates increase.
Bird flu report: don't count on federal rescue
WASHINGTON - States, cities and businesses should not expect to be rescued by the federal government if a flu pandemic strikes, warns a draft of the latest national response plan, one already under fire from critics who say federal preparations are moving too slowly.
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.
Flu drug Tamiflu fares well in animal testing
SINGAPORE - The flu drug Tamiflu can prevent deaths in mammals infected with bird flu, suggests a new study that offers clues to the ideal dosage and duration needed for people, scientists said Wednesday.
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.
Georgia learns Katrina lessons
SAVANNAH, Ga. - Phillip Webber was in charge of deploying buses to transport more than 3,200 people fleeing the Savannah area when coastal Georgia evacuated before a near-miss with Hurricane Floyd in 1999.
Businessman is chosen interim commissioner
Politics fuel debate on gas tax
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.
Measure might speed MOX efforts in U.S.
AIKEN - The United States could move forward with its MOX plutonium conversion plant at Savannah River Site without Russia under an amendment approved by a U.S. House committee Wednesday.
South Augusta man slain in shooting
Police say girl made up attack
An Augusta girl was charged by Richmond County sheriff's deputies Wednesday after they found she lied about being the victim of an abduction attempt.
Teenager arrested in Hephizbah homicide
Richmond County sheriff's deputies arrested a Hephzibah teenager early this morning in connection with a homicide Wednesday night.
Authorities identify drowned 2-year-old
Authorities have released the identity of a 2-year-old who drowned Wednesday night in a south Richmond County pond.
Asphalt costs pave way for changes in contract
Not only do higher oil prices make it more expensive to hit the road these days, they also make it cost more to pave one.
Witness in Schrenko trial describes transactions
A former computer software executive continued today to describe how a South African businessman shoveled thousands of dollars into then-state school Superintendent Linda Schrenko's 2002 gubernatorial bid.
Police search for suspect in stabbing
Candidates woo educators
Two of the state's gubernatorial candidates stopped in Augusta to tout their records and lay out their strategies for improving Georgia education Wednesday.
Flower child
Fiona Boettner, 4, waters the plants and flowers at her home in Spartanburg, S.C.
Across Georgia
BUFORD - Lightning sparked a fire at a storage building early Wednesday morning.
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.
Across South Carolina
COLUMBIA - Richland County has been fined more than $800,000 by state regulators for failing to keep pollution out of lakes and creeks.
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.
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.
Nursing students from near and far exchange ideas
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.
Kickbacks ordered, executive testifies
ATLANTA - South African businessman Stephan Botes personally authorized officials at his company to funnel money from Georgia Department of Education contracts into then-Superintendent Linda Schrenko's 2002 bid for governor, a former executive in one of Mr. Botes' companies testified Wednesday.
Across the region
CANTON, GA. - Four boys and three adults are being treated after being exposed to a rabid bat in Cherokee County.
Returning soldiers to get jobs help
ATLANTA - After three years in the National Guard and seven months in southeast Iraq, Michael Lambert was more than ready to plunge into civilian life. The problem was, he didn't know where to start. For a 35-year-old who had long since abandoned his contracting business, starting a new career was no simple task.
Across the area
Gunshots fired into house, car
Return is small on loan program
The micro-loan program at Augusta's housing and economic development department to benefit potential entrepreneurs has had micro-success, a reality the program's citizens advisory committee has tried to remedy for months.
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.
Asphalt costs pave way for changes in contract
Not only do higher oil prices make it more expensive to hit the road these days, they also make it cost more to pave one.
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.
Threatened species
Georgia Coastal Resources Division biologists lift a 500-pound loggerhead that was rescued Monday near Brunswick, Ga.
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.
News you can use
Today is the National Day of Prayer, and a number of events have been planned to mark the event.
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.
Candidates woo educators
Two of the state's gubernatorial candidates stopped in Augusta to tout their records and lay out their strategies for improving Georgia education Wednesday.
Across the area
Freshman has gun at school
Ticket vendor promotes Brown performance
No action taken on issue of impact fees
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-death row inmate paroled Spann wins parole
Richmond County's leader gets new post
Fewer college freshmen studied required courses
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.
Georgia learns Katrina lessons
SAVANNAH, Ga. - Phillip Webber was in charge of deploying buses to transport more than 3,200 people fleeing the Savannah area when coastal Georgia evacuated before a near-miss with Hurricane Floyd in 1999.
Kid of the Day
Alec Joshua Hadden, of Hephzibah, is today's kid of the day.
Secretary 'very confident' that FEMA is ready
Rants and raves
WHERE ARE THE FURYS Ferry Road men? They are out working on all the "other" road-widening projects that have been given to them. I mean, when you reward tardiness by waiving late fees AND giving them more business, why should we think they will ever finish Furys Ferry Road?
Wal-Mart found not responsible in girl's fondling
Areas prepare for base changes
ATLANTA - With a little more than five years to complete the latest round of the nation's military base closures or expansions, federal officials are getting the affected communities involved in the planning process.
Conroy eulogizes mentor, 'The Boo'
CHARLESTON, S.C. - With both good humor and sadness, novelist Pat Conroy said goodbye Wednesday to "The Boo," his mentor at The Citadel who helped inspire him to become a writer.
Spanish skills crucial for job-seekers at fair
Zoning bars large animal farms
Returning soldiers to get jobs help
ATLANTA - After three years in the National Guard and seven months in southeast Iraq, Michael Lambert was more than ready to plunge into civilian life. The problem was, he didn't know where to start. For a 35-year-old who had long since abandoned his contracting business, starting a new career was no simple task.
Ex-UGA official is charged in thefts
ATHENS, Ga. - University of Georgia police have accused a former State Botanical Garden of Georgia business manager with stealing more than $22,000 from the university's 313-acre nature preserve off South Milledge Avenue, UGA police said.
Return is small on loan program
The micro-loan program at Augusta's housing and economic development department to benefit potential entrepreneurs has had micro-success, a reality the program's citizens advisory committee has tried to remedy for months.
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.
School choice, cigarette tax voted down in House
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.
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.
1 wounded, 1 jailed in shootout, scuffle
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.
Sugary drinks canned
NEW YORK - School soda pop machines are about to lose their high-calorie fizz.
Kid of the Day
Jabari Uhuru Burnette, of Athens, Ga., is today's kid of the day.
Richmond County's leader gets new post
The director of the Richmond County Department of Family and Children Services is taking over the DFCS office in Fulton County, the state's largest.
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.
Kid of the Day
Alec Joshua Hadden, of Hephzibah, is today's kid of the day.
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.
Kickbacks ordered, executive testifies
ATLANTA - South African businessman Stephan Botes personally authorized officials at his company to funnel money from Georgia Department of Education contracts into then-Superintendent Linda Schrenko's 2002 bid for governor, a former executive in one of Mr. Botes' companies testified Wednesday.
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.
Ex-UGA official is charged in thefts
ATHENS, Ga. - University of Georgia police have accused a former State Botanical Garden of Georgia business manager with stealing more than $22,000 from the university's 313-acre nature preserve off South Milledge Avenue, UGA police said.
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.
Chairman pads party coffers
GREENVILLE, S.C. - Joe Erwin has made his fortune with a Greenville advertising company and is spending some of it paying for state Democratic Party technology and facility upgrades.
Mill closure to cost many
For 124 years, workers have toiled inside Sibley Mill - built in 1882 atop the ruins of the Confederate Powderworks.
Ex-death row inmate paroled Spann wins parole
COLUMBIA - Former death row inmate Sterling Spann won parole Wednesday after the Probation, Parole and Pardon Services board voted 5-1 to release him.
Rants and raves
WHERE ARE THE FURYS Ferry Road men? They are out working on all the "other" road-widening projects that have been given to them. I mean, when you reward tardiness by waiving late fees AND giving them more business, why should we think they will ever finish Furys Ferry Road?
Across the area
Freshman has gun at school
Measure might speed MOX efforts in U.S.
AIKEN - The United States could move forward with its MOX plutonium conversion plant at Savannah River Site without Russia under an amendment approved by a U.S. House committee Wednesday.
Spanish skills crucial for job-seekers at fair
A local organization dedicated to providing services to the Hispanic community will hold a job fair Friday for Spanish-speakers.
Olin tests water for mercury
A Richmond County chemical maker is conducting its own tests of sediment in its drainage canal after a high school student found elevated mercury levels as part of a science fair project.
Areas prepare for base changes
ATLANTA - With a little more than five years to complete the latest round of the nation's military base closures or expansions, federal officials are getting the affected communities involved in the planning process.
Conroy eulogizes mentor, 'The Boo'
CHARLESTON, S.C. - With both good humor and sadness, novelist Pat Conroy said goodbye Wednesday to "The Boo," his mentor at The Citadel who helped inspire him to become a writer.
Police say girl made up attack
An Augusta girl was charged by Richmond County sheriff's deputies Wednesday after they found she lied about being the victim of an abduction attempt.
School choice, cigarette tax voted down in House
COLUMBIA - Proponents of a cigarette tax increase and school choice tax credit tried in a last-ditch effort Wednesday to add the proposals to an expansive tax bill.
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.
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.
Across South Carolina
COLUMBIA - Richland County has been fined more than $800,000 by state regulators for failing to keep pollution out of lakes and creeks.
Earl leaves his living treasure
CHARLOTTE, N.C. - It was the first golf tournament I ever covered, and the 64-year-old man holding court under the tree left an everlasting impression.
'Family Stone' quietly surprises viewers
Mini reviews
Reviews without star ratings are from critics other than Roger Ebert. Listings are subject to change. Call theaters for times. A complete schedule for Evans theater was not available as of press time.
Cruise controls strong early-summer film lineup
LOS ANGELES - The world's most famous movie star, his personal life settling down with the happily overhyped birth of his daughter, and the long-awaited third flick in his action franchise - it all sounds like a fine kickoff for Hollywood's summer season, which gets under way Friday with the debut of Tom Cruise's "Mission: Impossible III."
New on DVD
Here's a look at what's new this week in home video and DVD releases:
Review: 'Art School Confidential'
Cruise controls strong early-summer film lineup
LOS ANGELES - The world's most famous movie star, his personal life settling down with the happily overhyped birth of his daughter, and the long-awaited third flick in his action franchise - it all sounds like a fine kickoff for Hollywood's summer season, which gets under way Friday with the debut of Tom Cruise's "Mission: Impossible III."
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.
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'Family Stone' quietly surprises viewers
Far more clever than it lets on, The Family Stone lulls its audience with comfortable familiarity before yanking the rug out from under expectations.
Festival show varying perspectives on Iraq war
Rapper Big Hawk shot to death
HOUSTON - Big Hawk, a rapper whose 2001 album reached No. 45 on Billboard's rap chart, was shot to death, police said Tuesday.
Apple renews music deals, keeps 99 cents pricing
Blanchard remains in awe of mentor's ability
Four decades - and little else - separate Larry Jon Wilson and Patrick Blanchard.
Sonic Spotlight
Kevin Boyd
PLAYS: Pictured with his Schecter Oman-7 electric guitar
Blanchard remains in awe of mentor's ability
Rapper Big Hawk shot to death
HOUSTON - Big Hawk, a rapper whose 2001 album reached No. 45 on Billboard's rap chart, was shot to death, police said Tuesday.
Buckcherry is back in business, on road with new album
Danielle Howle demonstrates diversity of the South
Danielle Howle wants to take you on a tuneful tour of the South with her new CD, Thank You Mark.
Danielle Howle demonstrates diversity of the South
Buckcherry is back in business, on road with new album
Buckcherry guitarist Keith Nelson will tell you that after four years apart, the Los Angeles riff-rock act has not reunited.
Apple renews music deals, keeps 99 cents pricing
SAN JOSE, Calif. - Songs at Apple Computer Inc.'s iTunes Music Store will remain 99 cents per download after the company extended its distribution deals with major recording labels.
NASCAR Newsmaker: Michael Waltrip
Jourdain ready to work his way up
Tomorrow's stock car
ATLANTA - The next stop for NASCAR's Car of Tomorrow is the Lockheed wind tunnel in Marietta.
NASCAR Newsmaker: Michael Waltrip
Michael Waltrip not only is driving Dodges and Chevrolets this year in the Nextel Cup Series, he also has a new race shop under construction and new Toyota Camrys on the drawing board for next year.
Jourdain ready to work his way up
ATLANTA - Car owner Jack Roush said Mexican racer Michel Jourdain will run nine races on the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series this year, starting with the race at Mansfield (Ohio) Motorsports Park.
Tomorrow's stock car
ATLANTA - The next stop for NASCAR's Car of Tomorrow is the Lockheed wind tunnel in Marietta.
Pistons make it look easy vs. Bucks
AUBURN HILLS, Mich. - Richard Hamilton and the Detroit Pistons advanced without breaking a sweat.
Pistons make it look easy vs. Bucks
AUBURN HILLS, Mich. - Richard Hamilton and the Detroit Pistons advanced without breaking a sweat.
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.
Josephine McNeill (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
HEPHZIBAH, Ga. - Mrs. Josephine McClean McNeill of Willis Foreman Road entered into rest Wednesday, May 3, 2006 at Doctors Hospital. Funeral arrangements will be announced later. Survivors are two sons, Anthony McNeill, Hephzibah, Willie Alonzo McNeill, Erwin, N.C.; two daughters, Cora Fay Lawton, Detroit, Mich., Leola Smith, Fayetteville, N.C.; devoted grandson, James Anthony McNeill, Augusta and a host of grandchildren in Detroit, great-grandchildren and other relatives. Williams Funeral Home, 2945 Old Tobacco Road, Hephzibah, Ga.
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.
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.
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
Mary Friedman Bellino (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. - Mrs. 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 today, 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, SC 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.
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
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. The funeral liturgy outside mass 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 and Brian Allen Hammond Bold, one great-granddaughter, Shaye Brianna Patterson, and Godchild Harry HolidayMoore III. Miss Moore was preceded in death by her parents Harry and Inez Moore, and brothers & sisters, Ethel McGahee, Evans Moore, Inman Moore, Alma Cashin, Inez Neal and Harry Moore. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Joseph's Hospice, 2260 Wrightsboro Road, Augusta, GA 30904. The vigil for the deceased will be held with Rev. Michael Lubinsky officiating at Elliott Sons Funeral Home, Lumpkin Road Chapel at 7:00 p.m. with visitation following until 9:00 p.m.
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.
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
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
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
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.
Gena Cardenaz (EVANS, Ga.)
EVANS, Ga. - Mrs. Gena Jace Robertson Cardenaz, entered into rest on Tuesday, May 2, 2006 at her residence. Funeral services will be held on Friday, May 5, 2006 at Platt's Belair Rd. Chapel at 1:00 p.m. Interment to follow in Damacus Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will be receiving friends this evening Thursday, May 4, 2006 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the funeral home. Platt's Funeral Home, 337 N. Belair Rd., Evans, Ga. 706-860-6166. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
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.
Ethel M. Hardy (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - A memorial service for Ethel M. Hardy, age 92, who entered into rest Wednesday, April 12, 2006, will be held at 10:30AM Saturday, May 6, 2006 at Hephzibah United Methodist Church with Rev. Gary E. McWhorter officiating. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Hephzibah United Methodist Church Scholarship Fund or Building Fund, P.O. Box 65, Hephzibah, Ga. 30815. Poteet Funeral Homes, 3465 Peach Orchard Road, Augusta, Ga. 30906 (706)798-8886 Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Caroline Bates (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Caroline Bates, 64, died Tuesday at Thompson Manor. Survivors are children, Thomas and Linda Thacker; siblings, David, Darvin, Ruth and Peggy Wilson, all of Augusta. Funeral services: Friday, 11:00 a.m. at Kennedy Funeral Home, Hooks Chapel in Metter. Visitation: 9 to 11 a.m. Friday.
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
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.
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
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
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.
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
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.
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.
Bonnie Ray Maxwell (DEARING, Ga.)
DEARING, Ga. - Bonnie Ray Maxwell, 73, of Lokey Drive, Dearing, entered into rest May 03, 2006. She was the beloved wife of the late James L. Maxwell. Survivors include: daughters, Debra Jones, Tennessee; Joyce Frankenfield, Thomson, Ga.; brother, Ernest Kray, Largo, Fl.; grandchildren, Michael Maxwell, Susan and Ashley Frankenfield and Christopher Jones and great- grandchild, Amber Frankenfield. Mrs. Maxwell was born in New Castle, Pennsylvania and was the daughter of the late Helmuth Kray and Gladys Free Kray . She was retired as a Secretary and attended Second Baptist Church. Mrs. Maxwell was preceded in death by her son David Maxwell. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM, Saturday, May 06, 2006 at the Beggs Funeral Home Chapel with Dr. Ron Drawdy officiating. Interment will follow in Savannah Valley Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends from 7 until 9 pm Friday at the funeral home . Beggs Funeral Home, 799 Cobbham Road, Thomson, Ga. 595-4100. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Louise W. Corda (BEECH ISLAND, S.C.)
BEECH ISLAND, S.C. - Gravesides services for Mrs. Louise W. Corda, 84, who entered into rest on Tuesday, May 2, 2006 in Albuquerque, NM, will be conducted at 3PM Friday May 5, 2006 at Westover Memorial Park. Mrs. Corda was preceded in death by her husband James, her son Frank, and three of her brothers. Remaining family members include one daughter, Lynnette Kruse, Corrales,NM; two sons, John Corda, Beech Island and Charles Corda, Martinez, GA; six grandchildren, twelve great-grandchildren, one sister, Mae Howard, Florida; and one brother, Ocie Wood, Beech Island. The family will gather at the graveside just prior to the service.
Theresa Cliatt (HARLEM, Ga.)
HARLEM, Ga. - Mrs. Theresa M. Czado Cliatt, wife of the late Claude R. Cliatt entered into rest on Tuesday, May 2, 2006 at the residence. A memorial service will be on Friday, May 5, 2006 at 11:00 A.M. in the chapel of Hatcher, Chance & Hydrick Funeral Directors with Dr. Michael Davenport officiating. Interment will be private. Survivors include her mother, Ruth Lesser Czado of Augusta; sister, Donna Roberts and her husband Ron of Grovetown; nephews, Ronnie Roberts and Dale Brown; niece Misty Roberts; great nephew Chance Roberts. Mrs. Cliatt was born in Bad Kreutznach Germany and was a secretary for T.J.'s Garage. She was of the Catholic faith. She was devoted to the care and well being of her beloved cats and dogs whom she considered her children. If so desired memorials can be made to the NSALA 25 Davis Ave., Port Washington, NY 11050 or to the Alzheimer Association 1899 Central Ave., Augusta, GA 30904. Hatcher, Chance & Hydrick Funeral Directors 2502 Richmond Hill Road Augusta, Ga. 30906. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
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. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 P.M. Thursday May 4, 2006, with Revs. Roy White, Griffin Thompson and Ed Chance officiating. Burial will follow at Wrens Memorial Cemetery. James Funeral Home- Wrens, GA.
John Henry Booker (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. John Henry Booker of Essie McIntyre Blvd. entered into rest Sunday, April 30, 2006 at his residence. Funeral services will be held Friday, May 5, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at First New Canaan Church with Rev. Reather Kennedy officiating. Burial will be in Walker Memorial Park. Mr. Booker was a native of Richmond Co., Ga. and a painter. He was a member of the First McCan nan Baptist Church. Survivors are his wife, Dorothy Booker, Augusta; three daughters, Lakinia (Charles Mack) Brown, Tamara Wright, Johnell Booker, Augusta; two stepsons, Willie Brown, Darius Smiley, Augusta; mother, Lillie Martin, Augusta; five sisters, Elizabeth (Mitchell) Wright, Philadelphia, Betty Zellars, Lincolnton, Mary Lou Booker, Lexington, N.C., Lillie Mae (Roney) Patterson, Augusta, Parleen (John) Chandler, Kenosha, Wis.; four brothers, Johnny (Sharon) Dozier, Leonard (Nettie J.) Booker, Lonnie Booker, Willie (Diane) Booker, all of Augusta, Ga.; eight grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Williams Funeral Home, 1765 Martin Luther King Jr., Blvd. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChroncile.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 today, 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. Thomas Poteet & Son Funeral Directors, 214 Davis Rd. Augusta, GA 30907 (706)364-8484.
Leona Smith (HARLEM, Ga.)
HARLEM, Ga. - Leona Fullmore Smith, 78, entered into rest Tuesday May 2, 2006. 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. Pallbearers will be Johnny Hayes, Donald Parker, Kirk Jones, Ronnie Smith, James C. Rozic, 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.
Josephine McNeill (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
HEPHZIBAH, Ga. - Mrs. Josephine McClean McNeill of Willis Foreman Road entered into rest Wednesday, May 3, 2006 at Doctors Hospital. Funeral arrangements will be announced later. Survivors are two sons, Anthony McNeill, Hephzibah, Willie Alonzo McNeill, Erwin, N.C.; two daughters, Cora Fay Lawton, Detroit, Mich., Leola Smith, Fayetteville, N.C.; devoted grandson, James Anthony McNeill, Augusta and a host of grandchildren in Detroit, great-grandchildren and other relatives. Williams Funeral Home, 2945 Old Tobacco Road, Hephzibah, Ga.
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 today, 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. Thomas Poteet & Son Funeral Directors, 214 Davis Rd. Augusta, GA 30907 (706)364-8484.
Theresa Cliatt (HARLEM, Ga.)
HARLEM, Ga. - Mrs. Theresa M. Czado Cliatt, wife of the late Claude R. Cliatt entered into rest on Tuesday, May 2, 2006 at the residence. A memorial service will be on Friday, May 5, 2006 at 11:00 A.M. in the chapel of Hatcher, Chance & Hydrick Funeral Directors with Dr. Michael Davenport officiating. Interment will be private. Survivors include her mother, Ruth Lesser Czado of Augusta; sister, Donna Roberts and her husband Ron of Grovetown; nephews, Ronnie Roberts and Dale Brown; niece Misty Roberts; great nephew Chance Roberts. Mrs. Cliatt was born in Bad Kreutznach Germany and was a secretary for T.J.'s Garage. She was of the Catholic faith. She was devoted to the care and well being of her beloved cats and dogs whom she considered her children. If so desired memorials can be made to the NSALA 25 Davis Ave., Port Washington, NY 11050 or to the Alzheimer Association 1899 Central Ave., Augusta, GA 30904. Hatcher, Chance & Hydrick Funeral Directors 2502 Richmond Hill Road Augusta, Ga. 30906. 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.
Col. Thomas Miller (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Lt. Col. Thomas Eugene Miller Sr., U.S. Army, Retired, entered into rest April 26, 2006 at his residence. Lt. Col. Miller, born in Chattanooga, TN, served during the Vietnam conflict and after retiring from the service was a counselor for University Health Systems. Memorial services will be held at Elliott Sons Funeral Home, Columbia Road Chapel, Friday, May 5, 2006 at 4:00 p.m. with Chaplain (Cpt.) Jeffrey Militti officiating. Military honors will be accorded by the ceremonial detachment of Ft. Gordon, Ga. Survivors include his sons, Thomas Anthony Miller, Augusta, Ga., Jeffrey Alan (Jennifer) Miller, Martinez, Ga. and Eric Brian (Telina) Miller of North Augusta, S.C. and their mother, Annmarie Licata Miller; grandchildren, Aedan Miller, Levi Miller and Benjamin Miller and sister, Jean (Frank) Scoggins. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
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.
Jack D. Middleton (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. Jack D. Middleton, Jr. entered into rest on Monday, May 1, 2006 at Doctors Hospital. Jack leaves loving memories to his family; Brenda Copeland, children Wychika (Michael) Ellis, Brobrick (Clara) Halls; mother, Mrs. Louise Middleton; sisters, Maxine (James) Harmon; Joyce (Christopher) Bailey, Gladys (Lynwood) Boyd, Teresa Middleton, Jacqueline Middleton, Juanita Middleton, Yvonne Middleton; brothers, Michael (Josephine) Middleton, William (Kelly) Middleton, Jerod Middleton; four grandchildren, aunts, uncles, nieces nephew other relatives and friends. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by Kinsey & Walton Funeral Home, 3618 Peach Orchard Road. (706) 790-8858
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.
Edward L. Hamilton (DEARING, Ga.)
DEARING, Ga. - Homegoing celebration for Deacon Edward L. Hamilton, 48, better know as Big Buddy, will be held Friday, May 5, 2006 at 2:00 P.M. at the United House of Prayer for All People, Dearing, Ga., St. Elder Jeffery Wilcher, officiating, interment in the church cemetery. Survivors are his mother, Sis. Rosa Hamilton of Trenton, N.J.; wife, Mrs. Patricia Hamilton and daughter, Kimberly N. Ivey, both of Warrenton, Ga.; two sons, Mr. Sir Mario Antwan (Patricia) Hamilton, Jr. of Dearing and Mr. Edward Hamilton, Jr. of Richmond, Va.; twin brother, Deacon Edwin Hamilton of Augusta, Ga.; three devoted cousins who grew up as brothers and sisters, Sis. Mary Roberts, St. Geanette Shelley and Elder John Wilkins all of Dearing; special cousin, Valarie Moment; godmother, St. Agnes Allen, Dearing; four grandchildren, nieces, nephews, family and friends. Repast at the church cafeteria following the interment. Thomson Funeral System, Thomson, Ga., in charge. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
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
Ruth Riley Staubes (AIKEN, S.C.)
AIKEN, S.C. - Entered into rest Tuesday, May 2, 2006, Mrs. Ruth Riley Staubes of Aiken, beloved wife of J. Herman Staubes, Jr. for 58 years and daughter of the late William T. Riley and the late Ruby Bell Riley. In addition to her husband, she is survived by a son, Miachel S. Staubes and his wife, Amy Staubes of Aiken; a granddaughter, Elizabeth Kistler and her husband, Bernie Kistler of Alpharetta, Ga.; a sister-in-law, Bernice Riley of Aiken and a number of nieces and nephews. She was born in and was a lifelong residence of Aiken County. She retired from the Clerk of Court office of Aiken County after 20 years of dedicated service. She was a member of Memorial Baptist Church in Aiken. A graveside service will be conducted Friday, May 5, 2006 in the Graniteville Cemetery with Rev. Jim Kirk officiating. The family will receive friends tonight, Thursday, May 4th from 6 to 8 p.m. at Napier Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to Memorial Baptist Church,3100 Vaucluse Rd., Aiken, S.C. 29801. Family and friends are asked to assemble at the graveside by 1:45 p.m. on Friday, the day of service. Napier Funeral Home, 315 Main St., Graniteville, S.C. 29829. 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
Gary Simon Krepps (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
HEPHZIBAH, Ga. - Mr. Gary Simon Krepps, 53, of Windsor Spring Road entered into rest at the residence. The family will receive friends Friday, May 5, 2006 from 6:00 until 8:00 P.M. at the funeral home. Mr. Krepps was a native of Augusta and the son of the late Burris Benjamin and Edna Eloise Howell Krepps. He had been a mechanic with Fuller's auto for 14 years and was a member of the Sons of the American Legion Post # 178. Survivors include, one son, Patrick Benjamin Krepps of St. Croix, Virgin Islands, one sister, Patricia K. Ballard of North Augusta. Memorial contributions may be made to the SAL c/o American Post # 178 3219 Richmond Hill Road, Augusta, Ga. 30906. Hatcher, Chance & Hydrick Funeral Directors 2502 Richmond Hill Road Augusta, Georgia 30906. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
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
Estelle Watson (EDGEFIELD, S.C.)
EDGEFIELD, S.C. - Estelle Wideman Watson, 84, died May 2, 2006. Surviving are a daughter, a sister, a brother and one grandson. A private service will be held at a later date. Burial will be in Greenwood Memorial Gardens. The body is at Blyth Funeral Home where the family will receive friends from 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday evening. Blyth Funeral Home & Cremation Services is in charge.
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.
Mabel Marshall (MARTINEZ, Ga.)
MARTINEZ, Ga. - Mrs. Mabel Lorane "May" Marshall entered into rest May, 2, 2006 at her home after an extended battled with cancer. Mrs. Mabel Lorane Marshall, daughter of the late James Willie Belk and Fulton Ella Belk was a loving daughter, wife, mother and grandmother and will be dearly missed by all. She is survived by her husband of 47 years, Booker F. Marshall; one son, Jeffery Wayne Marshall and his wife Jackquline Marshall; four daughters, Bonnie Roberson and her husband Barry Roberson of Martinez, Shannon Marshall of Martinez, Becky Crook and her husband Richard Crook of Trenton, S.C., Renee Agner and her husband Russell Agner of Stapleton, Ga.; 14 grandchildren; a sister, Barbara Kitchens and her husband Albert G. Kitchens of Union, S.C.; two brothers, Robert Lee Belk and his wife Andi Belk of Florence, Ore. and James Willie Belk, Jr. and his wife Judy Belk of Union, S.C. The family wishes to thank Dr. Mary Edgecomb, nurses and staff of the Oncology Department, Eisenhower Army Medical Center and United Hospice, for their love and care of Mabel. The family will receive friends at Thomas L. King Funeral Home, 124 Davis Rd., Martinez, Ga. on Friday, May 5, 2006 from 7 to 9 p.m. Services will be conducted Saturday, May 6, 2006 at 11:00 A.M. at Bellevue Memorial Gardens Chapel with Pastor Jerry Jones officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the New Height Community Church Building Fund, P.O. Box 204305, Martinez, Ga., 30917. Thomas L. King Funeral Home, 124 Davis Rd., Martinez, Ga., (706) 863-6747. 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
Louise W. Corda (BEECH ISLAND, S.C.)
BEECH ISLAND, S.C. - Gravesides services for Mrs. Louise W. Corda, 84, who entered into rest on Tuesday, May 2, 2006 in Albuquerque, NM, will be conducted at 3PM Friday May 5, 2006 at Westover Memorial Park. Mrs. Corda was preceded in death by her husband James, her son Frank, and three of her brothers. Remaining family members include one daughter, Lynnette Kruse, Corrales,NM; two sons, John Corda, Beech Island and Charles Corda, Martinez, GA; six grandchildren, twelve great-grandchildren, one sister, Mae Howard, Florida; and one brother, Ocie Wood, Beech Island. The family will gather at the graveside just prior to the service.
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
Agnes Leola Strange (CHARLESTON, S.C.)
CHARLESTON, S.C. - Entered into eternal rest on May 2, 2006, Agnes Leola Strange. Residence, Charleston, S.C. Relatives and friends are invited to attend her funeral service in DeLoach-Kennedy Funeral Home, Sunday, May 7, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. Interment, Magnolia Cemetery, Waynesboro, Ga. Friends may call at the funeral home from 12:00 p.m. until the time of service. Arrangements by J. Henry Stuhr, Inc., West Ashley Chapel. Agnes was born in Burke County, Ga., January 3, 1914, the daughter of William Thomas Strange ad Eva Glisson Strange. She was a member of First United Methodist Church in Statesboro, Ga. Surviving are one brother, John William Strange of Loganville, Ga.; several nieces and nephews. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
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.
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.
Estelle Watson (EDGEFIELD, S.C.)
EDGEFIELD, S.C. - Estelle Wideman Watson, 84, died May 2, 2006. Surviving are a daughter, a sister, a brother and one grandson. A private service will be held at a later date. Burial will be in Greenwood Memorial Gardens. The body is at Blyth Funeral Home where the family will receive friends from 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday evening. Blyth Funeral Home & Cremation Services is in charge.
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.
Lee Johnson (WRENS, Ga.)
WRENS, Ga. - Funeral services for Mr. Lee Edgar Johnson, Sr. of Wrens, Ga., will be held on Friday, May 5, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. at the Thompson Springhill AME Church, Matthews, Ga. with Rev. Charlie C. Myrick, Eulogist. Interment in the Flat Rock Baptist Church Cemetery. Survivors are seven children and four step-children, Lee Edgar Johnson, Jr. (Patsy), Christine Jones and Gwendolyn Berry, Michael Johnson (Mary), Debra Wynn, Shedric Johnson and Byron Johnson, Carolyn Huntley, Kay Frances McCoy, Janis Evans and Loretta McCoy. Also surviving him are five sisters and a brother, Annie Lee Johnson, Mary White, Catherine Coleman, Lillie Brown, Julia Bussey (John) and Herbert Johnson, Sr. (Rebie); grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Freeman Funeral Home, Wrens, Ga. in charge. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
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
Jesse H. Heath (SFC, US Army HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
SFC, US Army HEPHZIBAH, Ga. - Retired SFC Deacon Jesse H. Heath, Jr., entered into rest on Wednesday, April 26, 2006 at his residence. Mr. Heath was a member of Antioch Missionary Baptist Church, where he served as a deacon for 36 years. He served in the U.S. Army for 22 years, where he obtained the rank of SFC E7. A veteran of the Korean and Vietnam wars and was decorated with many honors. He leaves cherished memories to his wife of 50 plus years, Mrs. Louise Hunter Heath; sons, Retired MSG USAF Norris I. (Virginia) Heath, Terrance H. Heath; daughter, Gail L. (Roy, Jr.) Peake; grandchildren, Audra L. Heath, Amanda V. Shedrick, Gregory A. Shedrick, Parker Heath, Sydney L. Peake, Kellen M. Peake; brother, Sammie L. (Betty) Heath; sister, Aggie M. Heath; sisters-in-law, Emma L. Hightower, Zenorbia Heath, Marilyn Heath, Betty Washington, Joanne Heath; brother-in-law, Willie J. Hunter, J.B. Blackshear; uncle, O.C. Pearman and a host of cousins, nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be 1:00 pm, Friday, May 5, 2006, at Antioch Missionary Baptist Church, with Pastor K. B. Martin, officiating. Interment will be in Hillcrest Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers please make donations to The American Cancer Society, 2623 Washington Road, F-104, Augusta, GA. 30904. The family will receive friends tonight from 6 to 8 pm at Kinsey & Walton Funeral Home, 3618 Peach Orchard Road. (706) 790-8858 Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Richard A. Stephens (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
HEPHZIBAH, Ga. - Mr. Richard A. Stephens of Woodlake Drive entered into rest Wednesday, May 3, 2006 at his residence. Funeral arrangements will be announced later. Survivors are his wife, Lynette Stephens; daughter, Retrenda S. (John) Miniweather, Augusta; four grandchildren, Asya Trenae Stephens, Richard Aaron Stephens, Jonathan Miniweather, Jayden Miniweather; sister, Loretta S. (Samuel) Anderson, Lansing, Mich.; brothers, Eugene Stephens, Franklin (Thomasinsa) Stephens, Keysville, Ga., Robert A. (Ethel) Stephens, Augusta, Dwight D. (Diane) Stephens, Lilburn, Ga.; nieces, nephews and other relatives. Williams Funeral Home, 2945 Tobacco Road, Hephzibah, Ga.
Gary Simon Krepps (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
HEPHZIBAH, Ga. - Mr. Gary Simon Krepps, 53, of Windsor Spring Road entered into rest at the residence. The family will receive friends Friday, May 5, 2006 from 6:00 until 8:00 P.M. at the funeral home. Mr. Krepps was a native of Augusta and the son of the late Burris Benjamin and Edna Eloise Howell Krepps. He had been a mechanic with Fuller's auto for 14 years and was a member of the Sons of the American Legion Post # 178. Survivors include, one son, Patrick Benjamin Krepps of St. Croix, Virgin Islands, one sister, Patricia K. Ballard of North Augusta. Memorial contributions may be made to the SAL c/o American Post # 178 3219 Richmond Hill Road, Augusta, Ga. 30906. Hatcher, Chance & Hydrick Funeral Directors 2502 Richmond Hill Road Augusta, Georgia 30906. 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. The funeral liturgy outside mass 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 and Brian Allen Hammond Bold, one great-granddaughter, Shaye Brianna Patterson, and Godchild Harry HolidayMoore III. Miss Moore was preceded in death by her parents Harry and Inez Moore, and brothers & sisters, Ethel McGahee, Evans Moore, Inman Moore, Alma Cashin, Inez Neal and Harry Moore. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Joseph's Hospice, 2260 Wrightsboro Road, Augusta, GA 30904. The vigil for the deceased will be held with Rev. Michael Lubinsky officiating at Elliott Sons Funeral Home, Lumpkin Road Chapel at 7:00 p.m. with visitation following until 9:00 p.m.
Marion L. Walker (AIKEN, S.C.)
AIKEN, S.C. - Funeral services for Mr. Marion L. 'Jim' Walker will be held Friday, May 5, 2006 at 2pm at George Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 211 Park Ave. SW Aiken. Visitation will be from 1pm until the time of the service. Interment will follow at Sunset Memory Gardens. Mr. Walker, 95, of Aiken, died Wednesday, May 3, 2006 at his residence. Visit www.georgefuneralhomes.com to view the complete obituary and to sign the online condolence register.
Leona Smith (HARLEM, Ga.)
HARLEM, Ga. - Leona Fullmore Smith, 78, entered into rest Tuesday May 2, 2006. 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. Pallbearers will be Johnny Hayes, Donald Parker, Kirk Jones, Ronnie Smith, James C. Rozic, 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.
Henry L. Brown (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Deacon Henry L. Brown, Sr., departed this life on May 1, 2006. He was born to the late Louis Brown, Sr. and Mrs. Annie Mae Brown. He leaves to carry on his legacy, his son Henry (Patricia) Lee Brown, Jr.; daughters, D'Quilla (Victor) Ross, Portia (Ellis) McDaniel, Bobbie Jean (Michael) Roberts, Twila (Antonio) Brown-Lovett and April (Edwin) McCoy; grandchildren include, Taura L. Mitchell, Ellis McDaniel III, Joshua McDaniel, Reggie McDaniel, Jobari Roberts, Michelle Roberts, Michael Roberts, Jr., Ryan Ross, Devin Lovett, Michael McCoy, K'Darius Wright and Hannah L. Brown; his great-grandchildren include, LaPortia C. Mitchell, Jasmine Mitchell and Jaura Toomer. He also leaves to mourn four brothers, Louis Brown Jr., Thomas Brown, Robert Brown, John Brown; three sisters, Johnnie M. Brown, Rosemary Roberts and Mary Brown. He also leaves to mourn a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, relatives, and friends and a huge church family at T.I.Z., inc. His homegoing services will be held Saturday, May 6, 2006 at Trumpet in Zion, 725 Laney Walker Blvd. There will be a viewing at 11 a.m. The service will begin at 12 noon. Interment will be in Walker Memorial Cemetery. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
John Henry Booker (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. John Henry Booker of Essie McIntyre Blvd. entered into rest Sunday, April 30, 2006 at his residence. Funeral services will be held Friday, May 5, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at First New Canaan Church with Rev. Reather Kennedy officiating. Burial will be in Walker Memorial Park. Mr. Booker was a native of Richmond Co., Ga. and a painter. He was a member of the First McCan nan Baptist Church. Survivors are his wife, Dorothy Booker, Augusta; three daughters, Lakinia (Charles Mack) Brown, Tamara Wright, Johnell Booker, Augusta; two stepsons, Willie Brown, Darius Smiley, Augusta; mother, Lillie Martin, Augusta; five sisters, Elizabeth (Mitchell) Wright, Philadelphia, Betty Zellars, Lincolnton, Mary Lou Booker, Lexington, N.C., Lillie Mae (Roney) Patterson, Augusta, Parleen (John) Chandler, Kenosha, Wis.; four brothers, Johnny (Sharon) Dozier, Leonard (Nettie J.) Booker, Lonnie Booker, Willie (Diane) Booker, all of Augusta, Ga.; eight grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Williams Funeral Home, 1765 Martin Luther King Jr., Blvd. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChroncile.com
Albert Benefield (AVERA, Ga.)
AVERA, Ga. - Funeral services for Mr. Albert Benefield, 90, of Avera, will be held on Friday, May 5, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. at the Stone Springfield AME Church, Stapleton, Ga. with Rev. Carl Simmons officiating. Interment in the church cemetery. Survivors are a sister Louise (Perry) Ray, Thomson, Ga.; nephew, Thomas Benefield, Avera; brothers, Dwellie, Jr. and Jerry Benefield; cousins like sisters, Ora Gentry and Glennis Barnes; other relatives and friends. Viewing at Freeman Funeral Home, Wrens, after 12 noon Thursday. Thomson Funeral System, Thomson, Ga. in charge. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Bonnie Ray Maxwell (DEARING, Ga.)
DEARING, Ga. - Bonnie Ray Maxwell, 73, of Lokey Drive, Dearing, entered into rest May 03, 2006. She was the beloved wife of the late James L. Maxwell. Survivors include: daughters, Debra Jones, Tennessee; Joyce Frankenfield, Thomson, Ga.; brother, Ernest Kray, Largo, Fl.; grandchildren, Michael Maxwell, Susan and Ashley Frankenfield and Christopher Jones and great- grandchild, Amber Frankenfield. Mrs. Maxwell was born in New Castle, Pennsylvania and was the daughter of the late Helmuth Kray and Gladys Free Kray . She was retired as a Secretary and attended Second Baptist Church. Mrs. Maxwell was preceded in death by her son David Maxwell. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM, Saturday, May 06, 2006 at the Beggs Funeral Home Chapel with Dr. Ron Drawdy officiating. Interment will follow in Savannah Valley Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends from 7 until 9 pm Friday at the funeral home . Beggs Funeral Home, 799 Cobbham Road, Thomson, Ga. 595-4100. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Evelyn Couch (TENNILLE, Ga.)
TENNILLE, Ga. - Ms. Evelyn Hurt Couch, age 81, died Tuesday, May 2, 2006. Graveside funeral services will be held Friday at 2 p.m. at the Zeta Cemetery in Tennille. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to 12 noon Friday at the May and Smith Funeral Directors, 1119 Riddleville Rd., Sandersville.
Margaret Weaver (SWAINSBORO, Ga.)
SWAINSBORO, Ga. - Reno Tapley Mortuary announces the death of Ms. Margaret Weaver of Swainsboro, May 1, 2006 at the Memorial Medical Center in Savannah, Ga. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, May 6, 2006 at 11:00 A.M. at the Greater St. James Missionary Baptist Church in Swainsboro, Rev. Bennie Brinson presiding.
Ruth Riley Staubes (AIKEN, S.C.)
AIKEN, S.C. - Entered into rest Tuesday, May 2, 2006, Mrs. Ruth Riley Staubes of Aiken, beloved wife of J. Herman Staubes, Jr. for 58 years and daughter of the late William T. Riley and the late Ruby Bell Riley. In addition to her husband, she is survived by a son, Miachel S. Staubes and his wife, Amy Staubes of Aiken; a granddaughter, Elizabeth Kistler and her husband, Bernie Kistler of Alpharetta, Ga.; a sister-in-law, Bernice Riley of Aiken and a number of nieces and nephews. She was born in and was a lifelong residence of Aiken County. She retired from the Clerk of Court office of Aiken County after 20 years of dedicated service. She was a member of Memorial Baptist Church in Aiken. A graveside service will be conducted Friday, May 5, 2006 in the Graniteville Cemetery with Rev. Jim Kirk officiating. The family will receive friends tonight, Thursday, May 4th from 6 to 8 p.m. at Napier Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to Memorial Baptist Church,3100 Vaucluse Rd., Aiken, S.C. 29801. Family and friends are asked to assemble at the graveside by 1:45 p.m. on Friday, the day of service. Napier Funeral Home, 315 Main St., Graniteville, S.C. 29829. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
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. 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 10:15 a.m. Williams Funeral Home, 1765 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.
Mitchell Flanigan (LINCOLNTON, Ga.)
LINCOLNTON, Ga. - Mr. Mitchell Flanigan, husband of Ann Chafin Flanigan of Washington Hwy. Lincolnton died Tues., May 2 at his residence. He was 71. Graveside services will be held, Thurs., May 4, 2006 at 11 a.m. at Hephzibah Baptist Church Cemetery with Rev. Paul C. Reviere officiating. Mr. Flanigan, a lifelong resident of Lincolnton was the son of the late Walter Otto and Anna Goldman Flanigan. He was retired from the City of Lincolnton after 18 years as superintendent of the Waste Water Dept. Prior to his employment with the City of Lincolnton he had worked for Green's Fuel Gas Co. in Lincolnton. He had served as the City of Lincolnton Fire Chief for ten years and in the U.S. Army National Guard. Also, he was a member of Lincolnton Baptist Church and the American Legion #194. His brother, Robert L. "Bobby" Flanigan preceded him in death. Survivors include his wife of 52 years, Ann Chafin Flanigan; daughter, Melinda F. Cartledge and husband, Jeff, of Hartwell; grandchildren, Laura and Kristen Cartledge. Pallbearers will be, Richard Bentley, Stanley Parton, Buddy Marlow, Lee Moss, Kyle Reese, Rick Chafin, Bob Cunningham Beggs Funeral Home 200 May Ave Lincolnton, GA, 30817 (706) 359-4117 .
Mitchell Flanigan (LINCOLNTON, Ga.)
LINCOLNTON, Ga. - Mr. Mitchell Flanigan, husband of Ann Chafin Flanigan of Washington Hwy. Lincolnton died Tues., May 2 at his residence. He was 71. Graveside services will be held, Thurs., May 4, 2006 at 11 a.m. at Hephzibah Baptist Church Cemetery with Rev. Paul C. Reviere officiating. Mr. Flanigan, a lifelong resident of Lincolnton was the son of the late Walter Otto and Anna Goldman Flanigan. He was retired from the City of Lincolnton after 18 years as superintendent of the Waste Water Dept. Prior to his employment with the City of Lincolnton he had worked for Green's Fuel Gas Co. in Lincolnton. He had served as the City of Lincolnton Fire Chief for ten years and in the U.S. Army National Guard. Also, he was a member of Lincolnton Baptist Church and the American Legion #194. His brother, Robert L. "Bobby" Flanigan preceded him in death. Survivors include his wife of 52 years, Ann Chafin Flanigan; daughter, Melinda F. Cartledge and husband, Jeff, of Hartwell; grandchildren, Laura and Kristen Cartledge. Pallbearers will be, Richard Bentley, Stanley Parton, Buddy Marlow, Lee Moss, Kyle Reese, Rick Chafin, Bob Cunningham Beggs Funeral Home 200 May Ave Lincolnton, GA, 30817 (706) 359-4117 .
Edward L. Hamilton (DEARING, Ga.)
DEARING, Ga. - Homegoing celebration for Deacon Edward L. Hamilton, 48, better know as Big Buddy, will be held Friday, May 5, 2006 at 2:00 P.M. at the United House of Prayer for All People, Dearing, Ga., St. Elder Jeffery Wilcher, officiating, interment in the church cemetery. Survivors are his mother, Sis. Rosa Hamilton of Trenton, N.J.; wife, Mrs. Patricia Hamilton and daughter, Kimberly N. Ivey, both of Warrenton, Ga.; two sons, Mr. Sir Mario Antwan (Patricia) Hamilton, Jr. of Dearing and Mr. Edward Hamilton, Jr. of Richmond, Va.; twin brother, Deacon Edwin Hamilton of Augusta, Ga.; three devoted cousins who grew up as brothers and sisters, Sis. Mary Roberts, St. Geanette Shelley and Elder John Wilkins all of Dearing; special cousin, Valarie Moment; godmother, St. Agnes Allen, Dearing; four grandchildren, nieces, nephews, family and friends. Repast at the church cafeteria following the interment. Thomson Funeral System, Thomson, Ga., in charge. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Albert Benefield (AVERA, Ga.)
AVERA, Ga. - Funeral services for Mr. Albert Benefield, 90, of Avera, will be held on Friday, May 5, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. at the Stone Springfield AME Church, Stapleton, Ga. with Rev. Carl Simmons officiating. Interment in the church cemetery. Survivors are a sister Louise (Perry) Ray, Thomson, Ga.; nephew, Thomas Benefield, Avera; brothers, Dwellie, Jr. and Jerry Benefield; cousins like sisters, Ora Gentry and Glennis Barnes; other relatives and friends. Viewing at Freeman Funeral Home, Wrens, after 12 noon Thursday. Thomson Funeral System, Thomson, Ga. in charge. 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 today at 11:00 a.m. in the chapel of Rowland Funeral Home with Rev. Roger Bennett officiating. Interment will be at Pineview Memorial Park. 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.
Jesse H. Heath (SFC, US Army HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
SFC, US Army HEPHZIBAH, Ga. - Retired SFC Deacon Jesse H. Heath, Jr., entered into rest on Wednesday, April 26, 2006 at his residence. Mr. Heath was a member of Antioch Missionary Baptist Church, where he served as a deacon for 36 years. He served in the U.S. Army for 22 years, where he obtained the rank of SFC E7. A veteran of the Korean and Vietnam wars and was decorated with many honors. He leaves cherished memories to his wife of 50 plus years, Mrs. Louise Hunter Heath; sons, Retired MSG USAF Norris I. (Virginia) Heath, Terrance H. Heath; daughter, Gail L. (Roy, Jr.) Peake; grandchildren, Audra L. Heath, Amanda V. Shedrick, Gregory A. Shedrick, Parker Heath, Sydney L. Peake, Kellen M. Peake; brother, Sammie L. (Betty) Heath; sister, Aggie M. Heath; sisters-in-law, Emma L. Hightower, Zenorbia Heath, Marilyn Heath, Betty Washington, Joanne Heath; brother-in-law, Willie J. Hunter, J.B. Blackshear; uncle, O.C. Pearman and a host of cousins, nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be 1:00 pm, Friday, May 5, 2006, at Antioch Missionary Baptist Church, with Pastor K. B. Martin, officiating. Interment will be in Hillcrest Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers please make donations to The American Cancer Society, 2623 Washington Road, F-104, Augusta, GA. 30904. The family will receive friends tonight from 6 to 8 pm at Kinsey & Walton Funeral Home, 3618 Peach Orchard Road. (706) 790-8858 Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Eleanor Asbell (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. - The funeral service for Mrs. Eleanor Barfield Asbell of North Augusta will be conducted today, 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. Napier Funeral Home, 315 Main St., Graniteville, S.C. 29829.
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.
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. 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 10:15 a.m. Williams Funeral Home, 1765 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.
Daniel 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. Starling Funeral Home, Hwy 78, Harlem, Ga. - Email condolence to the family at starling@familink.com
Jack D. Middleton (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. Jack D. Middleton, Jr. entered into rest on Monday, May 1, 2006 at Doctors Hospital. Jack leaves loving memories to his family; Brenda Copeland, children Wychika (Michael) Ellis, Brobrick (Clara) Halls; mother, Mrs. Louise Middleton; sisters, Maxine (James) Harmon; Joyce (Christopher) Bailey, Gladys (Lynwood) Boyd, Teresa Middleton, Jacqueline Middleton, Juanita Middleton, Yvonne Middleton; brothers, Michael (Josephine) Middleton, William (Kelly) Middleton, Jerod Middleton; four grandchildren, aunts, uncles, nieces nephew other relatives and friends. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by Kinsey & Walton Funeral Home, 3618 Peach Orchard Road. (706) 790-8858
Richard A. Stephens (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
HEPHZIBAH, Ga. - Mr. Richard A. Stephens of Woodlake Drive entered into rest Wednesday, May 3, 2006 at his residence. Funeral arrangements will be announced later. Survivors are his wife, Lynette Stephens; daughter, Retrenda S. (John) Miniweather, Augusta; four grandchildren, Asya Trenae Stephens, Richard Aaron Stephens, Jonathan Miniweather, Jayden Miniweather; sister, Loretta S. (Samuel) Anderson, Lansing, Mich.; brothers, Eugene Stephens, Franklin (Thomasinsa) Stephens, Keysville, Ga., Robert A. (Ethel) Stephens, Augusta, Dwight D. (Diane) Stephens, Lilburn, Ga.; nieces, nephews and other relatives. Williams Funeral Home, 2945 Tobacco Road, Hephzibah, Ga.
Margaret Weaver (SWAINSBORO, Ga.)
SWAINSBORO, Ga. - Reno Tapley Mortuary announces the death of Ms. Margaret Weaver of Swainsboro, May 1, 2006 at the Memorial Medical Center in Savannah, Ga. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, May 6, 2006 at 11:00 A.M. at the Greater St. James Missionary Baptist Church in Swainsboro, Rev. Bennie Brinson presiding.
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. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 P.M. Thursday May 4, 2006, with Revs. Roy White, Griffin Thompson and Ed Chance officiating. Burial will follow at Wrens Memorial Cemetery. James Funeral Home- Wrens, GA.
Col. Thomas Miller (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Lt. Col. Thomas Eugene Miller Sr., U.S. Army, Retired, entered into rest April 26, 2006 at his residence. Lt. Col. Miller, born in Chattanooga, TN, served during the Vietnam conflict and after retiring from the service was a counselor for University Health Systems. Memorial services will be held at Elliott Sons Funeral Home, Columbia Road Chapel, Friday, May 5, 2006 at 4:00 p.m. with Chaplain (Cpt.) Jeffrey Militti officiating. Military honors will be accorded by the ceremonial detachment of Ft. Gordon, Ga. Survivors include his sons, Thomas Anthony Miller, Augusta, Ga., Jeffrey Alan (Jennifer) Miller, Martinez, Ga. and Eric Brian (Telina) Miller of North Augusta, S.C. and their mother, Annmarie Licata Miller; grandchildren, Aedan Miller, Levi Miller and Benjamin Miller and sister, Jean (Frank) Scoggins. 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. 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.
Eleanor Asbell (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Eleanor Asbell (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Mary Friedman Bellino (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Travis Guy Minick (ATLANTA, Ga.)
Pasadena D. Garnett (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Marie B. O'Bryant (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Darwin D. Kelley (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mary Friedman Bellino (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Kimberly Manfredi (EVANS, Ga.)
Wilbur L. Funderburg (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Martha H. Armistead (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Annie Rose Roberts (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Daniel Roye ( LINCOLNTON, Ga.)
Terrance Hill (EDGEFIELD, S.C.)
Connie Whetzel (GARDEN CITY, S.C.)
Martha H. Armistead (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Mitchell Flanigan (LINCOLNTON, Ga.)
LaVelle Kirkpatrick (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Agnes Leola Strange (CHARLESTON, S.C.)
Marion L. Walker (AIKEN, S.C.)
Fred Searles (MCCORMICK, S.C.)
Franklin Aubert (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Oliver Glisson (BARTOW, Calif.)
Leonard Roye (LINCOLNTON, Ga.)
Elna Anne Lombard (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
Mabel Marshall (MARTINEZ, Ga.)
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LOUISVILLE, Ky. - For nearly 20 years, three trainers have compiled an incredible record of not only competing in, but winning the Kentucky Derby.
Overtime
In Warsaw, Poland, Venus Williams won her first match since being out nearly four months with an injury, beating Polish teenager Urszula Radwanska, 6-3, 6-3 in the opening round of the J&S Cup.
Star's presence boosts champs
AIKEN - Jamal Geathers' right knee is fine, and so is South Aiken's soccer team.
Leonard's talent sets up Irish win
David Leonard can't explain his throw-in prowess.
Blake Shelton appreciates help he has from hometown residents
Blake Shelton appreciates help he has from hometown residents
Blake Shelton would love to have a rain-out for his Raindance benefit concert May 16 in his hometown of Ada, Okla., to help victims of drought and wildfires in Oklahoma.
Post Happenings
Post Happenings lists events, programs and other community notices from Fort Gordon. Send information to Fort Gordon Calendar, attention Ryan Wehmeyer, The Augusta Chronicle, P.O. Box 1928, Augusta, GA 30903-1928.
Restaurant ratings
The following is a listing of restaurant ratings by the Richmond County Department of Environmental Health. Listed are the restaurant name, address, inspection date and the establishment's score (out of a perfect 100):
Pet of the week
Scarlette, a 9-month-old female mixed breed, is available for adoption through Molly's Militia.
Restaurant ratings
The following is a listing of restaurant ratings by the Richmond County Department of Environmental Health. Listed are the restaurant name, address, inspection date and the establishment's score (out of a perfect 100):
Pet of the week
Scarlette, a 9-month-old female mixed breed, is available for adoption through Molly's Militia.
Volunteers are honored at Fort Gordon
Lynn Harshman won't go so far as to say programs and services at Fort Gordon wouldn't exist without volunteers, but she knows how vital they are.
Augusta Restoration Shop will benefit from Derby fete
There will be plenty of red roses and mint juleps at Enterprise Mill on Saturday for the fifth annual Derby Day Kentucky Derby Party.
Strong bonds of friendship are woven
As Kat Haines spun threads of mohair, wool and silk, Kay Jordan knitted a deep-blue scarf in an upstairs area of the Augusta Museum of History.
Post Happenings
Post Happenings lists events, programs and other community notices from Fort Gordon. Send information to Fort Gordon Calendar, attention Ryan Wehmeyer, The Augusta Chronicle, P.O. Box 1928, Augusta, GA 30903-1928.
Pupils focus of fashion, talent show
Seventy-five pupils from pre-K to fifth grade will be modeling and showing off their talent at Windsor Spring Elementary School on Saturday.
Reunions
ACADEMY OF RICHMOND COUNTY 1956: Seeking classmates for a 50-year reunion Saturday; call Jean Brown, (706) 863-6056
Events
JARRELL PLANTATION STATE HISTORIC SITEHOURS: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday, 2-5:30 p.m. Sunday, closed Monday; $4 adults, $3.50 ages 62 and older, $2.50 ages 6-18, free ages 5 and younger; group rates available
Media will be honored at 100 Men's annual gala
The 100 Black Men of Augusta will honor outstanding media personnel at its ninth annual Black Tie Gala on Friday.
Georgia Farmers Market
This is a list of commodities available at the Georgia Farmers Market, 1150 Fifth St. Prices and availability of produce are subject to change.
Art school's festival showcases talent, draws alumni
Samantha Bass worked hard for Saturday's fine arts festival at John S. Davidson Fine Arts School.
Military milestones
- Army Reserve Pfc. Kenisha E. Neal, a 2005 graduate of Hephzibah High School and daughter of Theodore Carthen, of Mobile, Ala., and Marian Kennedy, of Hephzibah, has graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson, Columbia.
School menu
School menu through May 12.
Seniors Calendar
The Seniors Calendar lists items of interest to senior citizens. Call the service agencies for information. To list your activity, write to Seniors Calendar, The Augusta Chronicle, P.O. Box 1928, Augusta, GA 30903-1928. Send a fax to (706) 722-7403 or e-mail to feature@augustachronicle.com. Include the name and number of a contact person.
Around town
DARK SHADOWS: 7 and 8 p.m. Friday-Saturday; Dupont Planetarium, 471 University Parkway; hands-on activities, photos, diagrams and video and Digistar segments; $4.50 adults, $3.50 seniors, $2.50 pupils; (803) 641-3769
Drawing cuts contestants for scholarship bond to 16
Before Saturday's drawing, the list had 32 names. Now, only 16 remain in contention for a $10,000 scholarship bond in The Augusta Chronicle's Make Kids Count scholarship drawing held at Daniel Field.
Volunteers unite to spruce up agencies
It's a day Phylis Holliday looks forward to each year. "The first time I did this five years ago, we redid the kitchen floors. There was mildew underneath," he said.
Working with children keeps teacher vibrant
Career choices were limited for women in 1956, so when her mother told her about a job opening at Episcopal Day School, Martha Scroggs applied for it.
Festival with a Latin beat
Spc. Arianne Smith was determined to fulfill her mission. Putting aside one of her crutches as she balanced on the other, she held the yellow ball and aimed at her target. Of the nine balls she purchased at the dunking tank, two hit their target, knocking 1st Sgt. Joseph Gardocki into the water.
Fort Discovery adds two new exhibits to its lineup
The science behind crime scene investigations and a house filled with technology originally created for the military are parts of two new exhibits at the National Science Center's Fort Discovery.
For the record
Sentencings, indictments, paroles, marriage licenses and divorces.
Around the block
Blues and Barbecue, a membership drive for the Augusta Museum of History, will be from 5-7:30 p.m. Friday at the Ezekiel Harris House, 1840 Broad St. Larry Jon Wilson and Patrick Blanchard will perform, and there will be pony rides, beer, ice cream and children's games.
Georgia Farmers Market
This is a list of commodities available at the Georgia Farmers Market, 1150 Fifth St. Prices and availability of produce are subject to change.
This week
FAMILY FITNESS 5K AND FUN RUN: 8 a.m. 5K run, 8:45 and 9 a.m. half-mile kid's run Saturday; Lake Olmstead, 2200 Broad St.; breakfast from Bagel Factory and T-shirt will be provided; prizes will include gift certificates; 5K: $13 through today; $15 after; kids' run: $10; online registration available at www.active.com; proceeds benefit Safe Kids of East Central Georgia; (706) 721-9442
This week
FAMILY FITNESS 5K AND FUN RUN: 8 a.m. 5K run, 8:45 and 9 a.m. half-mile kid's run Saturday; Lake Olmstead, 2200 Broad St.; breakfast from Bagel Factory and T-shirt will be provided; prizes will include gift certificates; 5K: $13 through today; $15 after; kids' run: $10; online registration available at www.active.com; proceeds benefit Safe Kids of East Central Georgia; (706) 721-9442
Dinner will be part of Colonial observance
A June 2 Colonial dinner will kick off that weekend's festivities for Under the Crown, which commemorates the 225th anniversary of the Siege of Fort Cornwallis.
Military milestones
- Army Reserve Pfc. Kenisha E. Neal, a 2005 graduate of Hephzibah High School and daughter of Theodore Carthen, of Mobile, Ala., and Marian Kennedy, of Hephzibah, has graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson, Columbia.
Health and fitness calendar
The health and fitness calendar is a listing of support groups, activities and lectures.
Can you find it?
This week's image, at right, is a bargain. If you think you know where it is, call (706) 823-3708 by 2 p.m.
Art school's festival showcases talent, draws alumni
Samantha Bass worked hard for Saturday's fine arts festival at John S. Davidson Fine Arts School.
Dinner will be part of Colonial observance
A June 2 Colonial dinner will kick off that weekend's festivities for Under the Crown, which commemorates the 225th anniversary of the Siege of Fort Cornwallis.
Augusta Restoration Shop will benefit from Derby fete
There will be plenty of red roses and mint juleps at Enterprise Mill on Saturday for the fifth annual Derby Day Kentucky Derby Party.
School menu
School menu through May 12.
Pupils focus of fashion, talent show
Seventy-five pupils from pre-K to fifth grade will be modeling and showing off their talent at Windsor Spring Elementary School on Saturday.
Health and fitness calendar
The health and fitness calendar is a listing of support groups, activities and lectures.
Drawing cuts contestants for scholarship bond to 16
Before Saturday's drawing, the list had 32 names. Now, only 16 remain in contention for a $10,000 scholarship bond in The Augusta Chronicle's Make Kids Count scholarship drawing held at Daniel Field.
Volunteers unite to spruce up agencies
Media will be honored at 100 Men's annual gala
Working with children keeps teacher vibrant
Fort Discovery adds two new exhibits to its lineup
Strong bonds of friendship are woven
Volunteers are honored at Fort Gordon
Earl leaves his living treasure
1990s was great decade for movies
TV host Louis Rukeyser dead at age 73
HARTFORD, Conn. - For more than three decades, Louis Rukeyser delivered pun-filled, commonsense commentary on complicated business and economic news as a best-selling author, columnist, lecturer and television host.
Daytime Emmy awards show ranks low ratings
NEW YORK - Judging by the ratings, daytime's biggest stars may want to think twice about venturing into prime time.
Chris Young is latest 'Nashville Star'
NASHVILLE, Tenn. - Chris Young of Murfreesboro, Tenn., beat out two other finalists to win the fourth edition of the "Nashville Star" talent search series.
TV host Louis Rukeyser dead at age 73
HARTFORD, Conn. - For more than three decades, Louis Rukeyser delivered pun-filled, commonsense commentary on complicated business and economic news as a best-selling author, columnist, lecturer and television host.
Chris Young is latest 'Nashville Star'
NASHVILLE, Tenn. - Chris Young of Murfreesboro, Tenn., beat out two other finalists to win the fourth edition of the "Nashville Star" talent search series.
Ratings for cable networks
Rankings for the top 15 programs on cable networks as compiled by Nielsen Media Research for the week of April 24-30. Day and start time (EDT) are in parentheses.
Ratings for cable networks
Rankings for the top 15 programs on cable networks as compiled by Nielsen Media Research for the week of April 24-30. Day and start time (EDT) are in parentheses.
'ER' puts Darfur tragedy in dramatic spotlight
LOS ANGELES - More often than not, television has looked away from the complex, searing reality of Darfur.
2 more 'Sopranos' cast members run afoul of the law
NEW YORK - It would be enough to give Tony Soprano agita.
'ER' puts Darfur tragedy in dramatic spotlight
LOS ANGELES - More often than not, television has looked away from the complex, searing reality of Darfur.
2 more 'Sopranos' cast members run afoul of the law
Daytime Emmy awards show ranks low ratings
'House' tries 2-part episode this week
'House' tries 2-part episode this week
NEW YORK - The producers of "House" kept expecting a call from Fox ordering them to soften Hugh Laurie's irascible doctor character. It never came.
Prosecutors in wiretap case want to stop leaks
Movie promotion gets off to an explosive start
Splitsville for Paris Hilton and Stavros
Chanticleer brings diversity in music, choral members
1990s was great decade for movies
After we put some distance between ourselves and the 1990s, the decade will emerge as one of the more fruitful and artistically interesting periods in film history. The age of the indie, it found small features making a big splash and artists with an eye for the unusual being offered the opportunity to succeed - or fail - in a big way. As part of the Reel Releases review of the greatest films of the sound era, here are 10 favorites from the 1990s:
Group tracks birth of city to arrival of railroad service
Council looks at sign proposal
Lobsters will claw their way to finish line
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