Wolfpack stay perfect
Raindrops delayed the first pitch of the Region 2-AAAA championship game about 45 minutes on Friday.
Philly crowd mocks Bonds
PHILADELPHIA - Barry Bonds got another rude welcome in a city known for its boorish behavior.
Nationals can now make some plans
WASHINGTON - From the half-dozen orange cranes, to the piles of rubble, to the shovels made from baseball bats, all the right props were present Thursday at the groundbreaking ceremony for the Washington Nationals' new ballpark.
Kendall suspended for brawl
NEW YORK - Oakland Athletics catcher Jason Kendall has been suspended four games for charging the mound and Los Angeles Angels pitcher John Lackey was fined for his actions in the altercation.
Greene hurt in collision at home
MILWAUKEE - San Francisco Giants catcher Todd Greene is day-to-day after getting knocked out of the game Thursday in a jarring home-plate collision with Prince Fielder in the first inning.
Greene hurt in collision at home
Armed and ready
Greenbrier sophomore pitcher Nolan Belcher looks like a middle school player. He's 5 feet, 7 inches tall. He weighs 145 pounds.
Bonds has long night vs. Phils
PHILADELPHIA - With balls flying out of Philadelphia's hitter-friendly park, Barry Bonds barely reached the outfield.
Ortiz snaps cold spell
BOSTON - Curt Schilling moved into a tie for the AL lead with his fifth win and David Ortiz put Boston ahead with a three-run double, leading the Red Sox over the Baltimore Orioles 6-3 on Friday night.
Nationals can now make some plans
Glavine, Mets scuttle Pirates
NEW YORK - Tom Glavine baffled the young Pittsburgh Pirates with a variety of off-speed pitches, and Xavier Nady hit a three-run homer, leading the New York Mets to a 6-0 victory Thursday night.
Missed opportunities cost Pacers
Swisher powers A's attack
OAKLAND, Calif. - Nick Swisher drove in three runs with two doubles, and Oakland scored five times in the first inning to beat Cleveland, 12-4, for a split of their two-game series.
MLB Notes
Barry Bonds was dazed after being hit by a ball during batting practice before San Francisco's game against Milwaukee at Miller Park. Bonds was leaning against the batting cage when a ball hit by Giants infielder Kevin Frandsen was caught by netting covering the batting cage, then struck Bonds in the forehead.
Bonds has long night vs. Phils
Missed opportunities cost Pacers
AIKEN - USC Aiken's long layoff showed on the baseball field.
Kansas City: Land of the $4 soda, not the tumbleweed
McCann solid as starting catcher
PHILADELPHIA - Atlanta's Brian McCann said this past weekend that his goal in the majors is to become an "all-round catcher."
Ramirez will get to pitch
NEW YORK - After weeks of wondering when he'd be able to pitch again, Braves left-handed starter Horacio Ramirez finally has a date on a calendar - and it's rapidly approaching.
McCann solid as starting catcher
Braves, Thomson fade again
PHILADELPHIA - The Atlanta Braves arrived here Wednesday morning chasing one team in the National League East. After dropping a pair to Philadelphia in an abbreviated series, they leave in two clubs' rearview mirror.
Giant loses $1.2 billion in makeover
Giant loses $1.2 billion in makeover
STAMFORD, Conn. - International Paper Co. on Thursday reported a first-quarter loss of $1.2 billion as the world's largest paper company took a charge for selling businesses as part of a transformation plan.
Manufacturers smoking mad over fake cigars
MIAMI - Cigar aficionados beware: Those handmade Montecristos, Cohibas and Romeo y Julietas might not be the premium smokes they seem.
Berkshire Hathaway buys stake in tool company
OMAHA, Neb. - Berkshire Hathaway Inc., the investment vehicle run by billionaire Warren Buffett, on Friday said it will acquire an 80 percent stake in Iscar Metalworking Cos. in a $5 billion deal.
Enthusiastic shoppers push retail sales higher
NEW YORK - Consumers seemingly unfazed by rising gasoline prices shopped enthusiastically during April, giving retailers their best performance in two years.
Berkshire Hathaway buys stake in tool company
Sweet relief: Crude falls again, below $70
Manufacturers smoking mad over fake cigars
Profits grow at healthy pace
NEW YORK - A surge in consumer spending helped corporate America achieve its 16th consecutive quarter of double-digit earnings growth, and even the return of $3-per-gallon gasoline hasn't deterred companies from issuing upbeat forecasts for future quarters.
Enthusiastic shoppers push retail sales higher
Sweet relief: Crude falls again, below $70
WASHINGTON - Oil prices sank more than $2 a barrel for the second straight day Thursday, falling below $70 as traders focused on U.S. government data that show gasoline supplies grew last week, reversing two months of declines.
Kodak's loss might lead to business sale
Kodak's loss might lead to business sale
ROCHESTER, N.Y. - Eastman Kodak Co., undergoing a rough transition to digital photography, said Thursday it was considering the sale of its fabled health-imaging business after reporting a $298 million loss in the first quarter - its sixth straight quarterly loss.
Editorial cartoon 050506 - The Augusta Chronicle
Editorial cartoon 050606 - The Augusta Chronicle
Kennedy's collision course
Forget all the doting
Juan's Law spreads beyond Georgia
It's heartening to see Jackie Boatwright's Juan's Law campaign making progress in other states besides Georgia.
Juan's Law spreads beyond Georgia
The man behind Tiger
Who wouldn't want a son like Tiger Woods?
Game of hide and seek
Richmond County School system spokeswoman Mechelle Jordan is supposed to work with the media to enlighten the public about what's going on within the school system. But she seems to think her job is not to enlighten, but to obfuscate and cover up for her bosses.
OK, now spare us!
Zacarias Moussaoui used to be the poster child for the death penalty.
People in the News
ST. PAUL, Minn. - Hollywood came to Lake Wobegon as Meryl Streep, Lindsay Lohan and other stars gathered for the world premiere of "A Prairie Home Companion," the movie version of Garrison Keillor's folksy radio show.
George Lucas is now a 'Star Wars' action figure
LOS ANGELES - Not that long ago, in a nearby galaxy, George Lucas joined forces with the dark side. The "Star Wars" creator has become a Storm Trooper.
Celine Dion adapting to life as a working mother
LAS VEGAS - Celine Dion has become a working mom. She heads to work four to five times a week and explains to her son, Rene-Charles, why mommy has to leave. "I'll sing as fast as I can and I'll call you, OK?" she sometimes tells her 5 year old.
Nicole Richie acknowledges she's 'too thin'
NEW YORK - Nicole Richie, whose drastic weight loss spawned speculation that she has an eating disorder, acknowledges she is "too thin" and is getting treatment to add pounds, in an interview in Vanity Fair.
People in the News
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. - Rock star and activist Bono expressed hope Thursday that a peace agreement could be coming for the Sudanese region of Darfur.
Rates on 30-year continue to climb
Rates on 30-year continue to climb
WASHINGTON - Rates on 30-year mortgages climbed this week, hitting their highest point in nearly four years, a development that will be weighed by people thinking about buying a home or refinancing the one they own.
Fish lose bite after early morning action
Top-water season for bass off to slow start
The top-water season for largemouth bass opened this week despite cold fronts and high winds, but schooling hybrids and striped bass were nowhere to be found on Thurmond Lake.
Thurmond veteran at No. 1 after cut
A South Carolina angler who has fished Thurmond Lake almost 20 years took a comfortable lead in Friday's second round of the Pride of Augusta Citgo Bassmasters Elite Series Tournament.
Fish lose bite after early morning action
With bright sunshine and minimal wind, the fish were elusive Thursday as anglers competed on the opening day of the Citgo Bassmasters Elite Series tournament.
Top-water season for bass off to slow start
Thurmond veteran at No. 1 after cut
Fishing Tournaments
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Dolce Crme Brle, Key Lime Pie are hot heucheras
If terms such as key lime pie or crme brle sound good enough to eat, just wait until you put them in the garden. You won't eat these but your shade garden will come alive with color.
Make your property a wildlife sanctuary
Dolce Crme Brle, Key Lime Pie are hot heucheras
Try insecticides, traps to rid garden, yard of mole invasion
Try insecticides, traps to rid garden, yard of mole invasion
My yard is being overrun by moles tunneling. They seem to be everywhere. What can you do to get rid of them?
Make your property a wildlife sanctuary
NEW MARKET, Va. - Steve Kress would like a few words with you if you're among the many property owners manicuring their yards to resemble putting greens on a golf course. The few words? "Stop doing it."
Jackets' offense stagnant
For the second time in three games, the Augusta GreenJackets bats were muted by one of the worst pitching teams in the South Atlantic League.
Earl Woods' plans for Tiger were evident to local golfers
Bill Haas tied for lead at 68
CHARLOTTE, N.C. - It was the kind of day Tiger Woods would have enjoyed. A round of golf on a traditional, tree-lined course that firmed up as the day went on, with conditions similar to a major championship.
Wie makes cut in men's tournament
INCHEON, South Korea - Michelle Wie accomplished something in her ancestral homeland she had failed to do in seven tries elsewhere: The American teen made the cut at a men's tournament.
'Visionary' takes Masters' helm
Billy Payne has made a rapid rise from Augusta National Golf Club member to chairman of the club and its Masters Tournament.
Van Pelt sets records, then rain pelts course
Earl Woods' plans for Tiger were evident to local golfers
CYPRESS, Calif. - Paul Traughber remembers the day a kid named Tiger Woods showed up to play in an 18-and-under golf tournament.
'Visionary' takes Masters' helm
Region Cup results
Regions Cup
Wie makes cut in men's tournament
Van Pelt sets records, then rain pelts course
CHARLOTTE, N.C. - The fun started early again for Bo Van Pelt, with birdies on the first two holes for the second consecutive day. This time, he kept it going.
Finalists named for yearly honors
NEW YORK - Jaromir Jagr and Joe Thornton are chasing each other again.
Jackets make the wait worthwhile
Finalists named for yearly honors
Jackets make the wait worthwhile
In a game delayed more than an hour by rain Thursday night, the Augusta GreenJackets scored five runs in the bottom of the seventh inning to cap a wild comeback and beat the Columbus Catfish, 11-10 at Lake Olmstead Stadium.
Kansas City: Land of the $4 soda, not the tumbleweed
Tourists don't know where they've been, travelers don't know where they're going.
Merchants, tell us your ZIP codes
Pro-evolution letter filled with flaws
Pro-evolution letter filled with flaws
A very poor argument was printed under the title "On evolution, science trumps faith" (May 1).Zachary A. Martin, Martinez
Media's low credibility hurts GOP
Media's low credibility hurts GOP
We conservatives have a huge problem. The GOP that we have supported for decades is infested with corruption. Many are not cognizant of this because of a woefully deficient local media. Al M. Gray, Evans
Bill puts sovereignty in jeopardy
U.S. Rep. Katherine Harris, a member of the Council on Foreign Relations, has introduced a bill that should activate alarms everywhere. This bill, H.R. 2672, deceptively is called The North American Cooperative Security Act. If it ever is enacted, it will negate the U.S. Constitution and finish destroying U. S. sovereignty.Elton T. Booth, North Augusta, S.C.
Bill puts sovereignty in jeopardy
Merchants, tell us your ZIP codes
Can someone tell me why so many businesses in the CSRA who advertise in newspapers, magazines, phone books, etc. leave out the ZIP code in their addresses?Philip Verduce, North Augusta, S.C.
Consoles going online at annual video game expo
Mercury woos young with new Milan
Generations borrow from each other's closets
Personality plays a role in parenting style
Fashion briefs
NEW YORK - Wal-Mart continues to focus on creating a more fashionable image for itself and the garments on its racks, launching an ad campaign in the May issue of Vogue shot by photographer Patrick Demarchelier.
Living briefs
This Mother's Day, The Augusta Chronicle wants to celebrate by asking all moms: When did you turn into your mother?
Mercury woos young with new Milan
The 2006 Mercury Milan, Mercury's first new midsize sedan in more than a decade, sure is a fashionable go-getter.
Personality plays a role in parenting style
NEW YORK - Even the coolest, most confident mother has stolen a glance at the smiling, cooing baby in the next stroller and wondered, "Hmmm, what's that mom doing that I'm not?"
Margarita madness
Tart but sweet and with a hint of salt, the margarita remains the best-loved and most-ordered cocktail in America.
Generations borrow from each other's closets
NEW YORK - Fashion-conscious families are doing some cross-generational dressing.
Family briefs
NEW YORK - Mother's Day is more like Family Day in most restaurants, and in the restaurant industry, it's known as "the most forgiving day of the year," says Jaleh Bisharat, vice president of marketing for Open Table, an online reservation service.
Consoles going online at annual video game expo
The new generation of video game consoles from Sony Corp., Nintendo Co. and Microsoft Corp. have more than zippy processors and flashy graphics in common: They're also getting serious about online services.
Teen is charged with murder
Richmond County sheriff's deputies arrested a Hephzibah teenager early Thursday in connection with a homicide Wednesday night.
Training is key in mending program
Kid of the Day
Robert "Bobby" Gay, of Waynesboro, is today's kid of the day.
3 jailed in pawn shop robbery
Authorities jailed two men and a teenager on charges that they broke into a pawn shop and stole more than 20 weapons, some of which were sold on the streets of Augusta, officials said Friday.
Boy, 2, slips out of house, drowns
A 2-year-old is dead after he wandered away from his south Augusta home and fell into a pond.
Kid of the Day
Joseph ''Lee'' Portwood IV , of Dearing, is today's kid of the day.
End of school project blasted
AIKEN - The end of a successful after-school program at Schofield Middle School has stirred the ire of some community members and parents whose children benefited.
The fresher the better
Fresh is fine, but fresher is the keyword for the Saturday Market on Broad, which kicks off its fourth season this weekend.
New MCG dean hopes to find new treatments sooner
School officials flunk Perdue on education
When it comes to education, Gov. Sonny Perdue is more interested in what can be done for his political gain than what can be done to help schoolchildren, an area school superintendent said.
Simulator helps pilots stay sharp
Fishing field trip
As Angela Beverly, at left, mans the grill, Charles Coker prepares his fishing pole at Langley Pond.
News you can use
Activities and entertainment events scheduled for today include:
Parents fight rezoning
Parents say they fear the area around the Martha Lester School could grow worse with plans for a re-entry house for recently released felons.
Medical authority now can broaden its focus
ATLANTA - The Georgia Medical Center Authority no longer is solely focused on getting research facilities for Augusta now that Gov. Sonny Perdue signed legislation Friday that expands its powers.
Corrections
- An incorrect sample math question accompanied an April 25 news story about changes in education practices.
Rants and raves
IT IS EXCITING ABOUT the new owners of the Augusta Lynx and you CAN get excited about this year's Augusta Lynx team.
Across South Carolina
FOREST ACRES - Gov. Mark Sanford faced a backlash Thursday after vetoing tougher penalties late Wednesday night for parents who don't strap their children into car seats.
Walker files for charity status
Charles "Champ" Walker Jr. has applied to register his nonprofit foundation as a charitable organization with the state, officials said Thursday.
Grant funds abstinence projects
Across Georgia
Police chief resigns after tape is released
Bond denied in racketeering case
An Augusta contractor facing trial on a racketeering charge lost his bid for release on bond Thursday.
Gas prices might raise cost of school lunches
Columbia County parents worried about paying more at the gas pump soon might have to factor in paying more for their children's school lunches, too.
New MCG dean hopes to find new treatments sooner
The Medical College of Georgia could perhaps be better able than larger institutions to respond to a new direction in federal scientific funding that emphasizes turning discoveries into therapies and treatment, the incoming dean for the School of Medicine said Friday. And it could center on quickly getting and processing information better.
Uranium program nears end
AIKEN - The preparation of weapons grade uranium at Savannah River Site for commercial nuclear power plants is six months ahead of schedule and should be complete next year, the federal Department of Energy announced Thursday.
Plan to offset property tax might falter
COLUMBIA - Voter approval of a sales tax increase to offset property taxes won't be a sure thing, even in counties where homeowners' demands for lower tax bills started the South Carolina Statehouse debate, county administrators say.
Defense hammers key witness
ATLANTA - A defense attorney assailed a government witness Friday as the first week of former state schools Superintendent Linda Schrenko's corruption trial came to a close.
Event's cars taken, damaged at hotels
Boy, 2, slips out of house, drowns
Simulator helps pilots stay sharp
THOMSON - Barreling down the runway in a Cessna single-jet aircraft, Ken Daniel lifts the throttle all the way and pulls up on the plane's yoke.
Event's cars taken, damaged at hotels
Carla Arnold and her husband, Lee, figured when they booked rooms at a hotel in west Augusta their expensively decorated cars would be in a safe place.
Payne is new face of Masters
Billy Payne successfully brought the world's biggest sporting event to Georgia when he helped Atlanta land the Centennial Olympic Games in 1996.
Rants and raves
IT IS EXCITING ABOUT the new owners of the Augusta Lynx and you CAN get excited about this year's Augusta Lynx team.
Columbia County robbery suspect arrested
The second man authorities said they believe was involved in two Columbia County armed robberies last month has surrendered to South Carolina authorities.
Rants and raves
THIS LARKE SITUATION is just unreal. Why can't we go back to the old days of letting the taxpayers who pay his salary choose our superintendent of Richmond County? I think that would be the answer for everybody. Let the people speak.
Defense attacks credibility of Schrenko trial witness
ATLANTA -- A defense attorney assailed a government witness as the first week of former state schools Superintendent Linda Schrenko's corruption trial neared a close.
Mother's pleas fall on deaf ears in Legislature
Company employee describes cover-up
Medical authority now can broaden its focus
Police find catching 83-year-old is difficult
Across Georgia
ATHENS - A Clarke County Superior Court judge called a 26-year-old Athens man a threat to society Thursday as he sentenced the man to three consecutive life sentences for kidnapping a woman, raping and sodomizing her.
Teachers might enter grades online
Gas prices might raise cost of school lunches
Uses for closed nuclear plant are being explored
BARNWELL, S.C. - Just outside Savannah River Site is a hulking, 400,000-square-foot nuclear fuel recycling plant that President Carter shuttered decades ago before it ever started production.
Do taste buds hold cure for spinal injury? On the tip of the tongue
Schools' cost share grows
In recent years, local taxpayers have shouldered more and more of the burden for school funding in Georgia, according to state education figures.
Uses for closed nuclear plant are being explored
Across South Carolina
Lee County skull's origin is a mystery
Across the area
Man jailed for shooting wife
Mother's pleas fall on deaf ears in Legislature
COLUMBIA - Speaking before lawmakers Thursday, Karyn Grace said she had two angels by her side and God leading her on.
School officials flunk Perdue on education
Across the area
A driver who ran over a woman last summer pleaded guilty Friday.
Billy Payne to replace Hootie Johnson as chairman of Augusta National Golf Club
Hootie Johnson, who weathered a controversial challenge to Augusta National Golf Club's all-male membership and oversaw sweeping changes to the course, announced that he is stepping down as chairman of the club and Masters Tournament on Friday.
News you can use
SATURDAY MARKET ON BROAD: Fresh produce, flowers, plants, breads, beef and desserts will be available from 8 a.m. to noon each Saturday through Aug. 26 on Macartan Street, between Broad and Reynolds streets. Also on hand will be local chefs and artisans. For more information, call (706) 722-7245.
Bond denied in racketeering case
Grant funds abstinence projects
Where scare tactics have failed, some are hoping a new grant will have success by promoting alternatives to sex.
Pedestrian killed by train in Columbia County
A man has been killed after being struck by a train in the Berzelia community of Columbia County, authorities said.
Meth house is demolished
BURNETTOWN - When the track hoe took its first swipe at the home her grandfather built 100 years ago, Gail Barron almost cried.
Payne to replace Johnson, report says
The Web site of the Atlanta Journal Constitution reported this morning that Billy Payne will replace William
Teachers might enter grades online
AIKEN - The school district is planning to launch a new system that will allow teachers to maintain records of pupil grades on the Internet.
Walker files for charity status
Rants and raves
THIS LARKE SITUATION is just unreal. Why can't we go back to the old days of letting the taxpayers who pay his salary choose our superintendent of Richmond County? I think that would be the answer for everybody. Let the people speak.
UGA forms committee on changing fall break
Aiken awaits funds
AIKEN - For 10 weeks last year, state and local health care workers carefully checked out 259 people.
Plan to offset property tax might falter
Police find catching 83-year-old is difficult
AIKEN - He might need a walker to do it, but Herbert Simmons is still on the run from the law.
UGA forms committee on changing fall break
ATHENS, Ga. - "The World's Largest Outdoor Cocktail Party" soon could become a one-day affair, as University of Georgia faculty members are moving closer to doing away with the two-day fall break that gives Bulldog fans a head start for the UGA-University of Florida football matchup.
Funds might return to SRS
AIKEN - Savannah River Site got a jolt of good news Friday with the possible restoration of tens of millions of dollars to its pending fiscal 2007 budget.
Do taste buds hold cure for spinal injury? On the tip of the tongue
Most people - even most scientists - wouldn't think that taste has anything to do with spinal cord repair. But not Lynnette P. McCluskey.
Company employee describes cover-up
ATLANTA - With state auditors breathing down their necks, executives at an Atlanta-area software firm scrambled to create backdated contracts to cover up illegal contributions of government money to former state schools Superintendent Linda Schrenko, a former employee testified Thursday.
Training is key in mending program
Heavy doses of training are among pages of strategies that will be implemented to narrow the achievement gap between special education and regular education pupils in Richmond County, according to a report submitted to the Georgia Department of Education.
Tandem bound by same search
CHARLOTTE, N.C. - They stood roughly 50 feet apart, separated by only a couple of "peers" on the driving range at the Quail Hollow Club.
Hootie was progressive during Masters reign
Retirement stories always sound a little too much like obituaries - full of past tense and maudlin synopses that make the subject seem much more gone than he or she really is.
Randy Quaid drops 'Brokeback Mountain' lawsuit
Randy Quaid drops 'Brokeback Mountain' lawsuit
LOS ANGELES - "Brokeback Mountain" co-star Randy Quaid has dropped a lawsuit over his compensation for the Academy Award-winning film.
Rolling Stone celebrates 1,000 issues
Music industry to target CD pirates
Rolling Stone celebrates 1,000 issues
NEW YORK - Rolling Stone magazine celebrates its 1,000th issue this week with a burst of rock 'n' roll excess: a glitzy Manhattan party with the Strokes as house band and a 3-D cover that mimics the Beatles' "Sgt. Pepper" sleeve and cost nearly $1 million to produce.
Music industry to target CD pirates
WASHINGTON - After years of suing Internet users for downloading songs illegally, the music industry is targeting pirates in 12 cities who copy CDs and DVDs for sale at street corners, flea markets, family-run shops and even mainstream record stores.
Harvick OKs extension with Childress Racing
RICHMOND, Va. - Kevin Harvick chose loyalty over money, signing a three-year extension Friday to remain at Richard Childress Racing.
Harvick OKs extension with Childress Racing
Biffle won't alter approach
RICHMOND, Va. - Greg Biffle refuses to change his routine. He still goes to the race shop on Mondays; he still flies his helicopter on Wednesdays, and he still cuts his grass on the same schedule.
Nets finish off Pacers behind Jefferson's 30
Suns are no longer doubting Thomas
LOS ANGELES - Tim Thomas spent most of the regular season in a strange state of limbo.
Nets finish off Pacers behind Jefferson's 30
INDIANAPOLIS - The New Jersey Nets overcame Anthony Johnson's 40-point effort to beat the Indiana Pacers, 96-90 on Thursday night, and advance to the Eastern Conference semifinals.
Suns are no longer doubting Thomas
Joseph Tyson (SANDERSVILLE, Ga.)
SANDERSVILLE, Ga. - Mr. Joseph Stephen Tyson, Sr. died Friday, May 05, 2006. Funeral services are scheduled for 3:00 P.M. Sunday at May and Smith Funeral Home 1119 Riddleville Road in Sandersville. Visitation will be held Saturday from 5:00PM to 7:00 PM at the funeral home.
Percy Whitaker (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. Percy Edward Whitaker, 86, husband of Mrs. Martha Lillian Whitaker, entered into rest Thursday May 4, 2006. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Monday, May 8, 2006, at Starling Funeral Home, Harlem, Ga. with the Rev. Phillip Vestal officiating. Interment will be in the Harlem Memorial Cemetery. Mr. Whitaker was born Columbia County to the late Archie and Nannie Lou Whitaker. He was an Air Force retiree and was a previous employee of Sizemore Security. Survivors include his wife Martha Whitaker; one daughter and son-in-law Mildred and Larry Stephens, Augusta; one sister, Wylene Holder, Florida; five grandchildren, Donna Ann Smith (Lawrence), Kenneth Walden (Tammy), Christopher Lawrence Stephens, Daniel Edward Stephens (Christina), and Devin Chancellor Stephens; and ten great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother Jesse C. Whitaker. If so desired, Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association, 246 Davis Road, Martinez, GA 30907. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Sunday evening from 700 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Starling Funeral Home, Hwy 78, Harlem, Ga. - Email condolence to the family at starling@familink.com.
J. Cleveland Holmes (JOHNSTON, S.C.)
JOHNSTON, S.C. - James Cleveland Holmes, Sr., husband of Jacquelin Feagle Holmes of Johnston, died at his home May 4, 2006. He was the son of the late Grover C. and Alma Gibson Holmes. Graveside services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday at Mount of Olives Cemetery in Johnston with Rev. Dr. N. Keith Polk officiating and Rev. Allen Faulkner assisting. Mr. Holmes was a lifelong resident of Johnston and he was a Peach Grower for many years. Mr. Holmes was a World War II Navy Veteran serving in the Pacific and he was a member of the American Legion. He served 20 years on the Board of Palmetto Federal, now Regions Bank. He was on the Board of Visitors at Clemson University and IPTAY member for 50 years. He was a member of the Ridge Agricultural Club. Mr. Holmes was an avid Dove Hunter and perpetuated his love of the sport by hosting seasonal dove shoots for close friends. He was a member of the Johnston United Methodist Church. Mr. Holmes issurvived by his wife; one son, James C. Holmes, Jr., Johnston; granddaughters, Jamie Catherine Holmes, Cincinnati, Ohio, Leisa Holmes Feagen of Augusta and three great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his brother, Fred Morris Holmes and his sister, Edna Holmes Wofford. Memorials may be made to Johnston United Methodist Church, Lee St., Johnston, S.C. 29832 or St. Joseph Hospice, 2260 Wrightsboro Rd., Augusta, Ga. 30904. The family is at home and will receive friends at the graveside following the service. Edgefield Mercantile Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. 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. Mrs. Lamar was a native of Barnwell and she was a member of the Springfield Baptist Church where she served as Deaconess for many years. 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.; a host of other relatives and friends. Williams Funeral Home, 1765 Martin Luther King, Jr., Blvd.
William Tucker (EAST DUBLIN, Ga.)
EAST DUBLIN, Ga. - Graveside funeral services for Mr. William Joseph (Billy Joe) Tucker, age 69, will be held Saturday at 11:00 A.M. at Westview Cemetery. Mr. Hugh Daniel and Rev. Matt Chance will officiate. The family will receive friends Saturday morning from 9:30 until 10:30 at the funeral home. Stanley Funeral Home of Wrightsville has charge of the arrangements.
Marie McCaughin (AIKEN, S.C.)
AIKEN, S.C. - A funeral Mass for Marie Morris McCaughin will be celebrated on Monday May 8th at 12 noon at St. Mary Help of Christians Catholic Church, Aiken. Interment will follow in Calvary Cemetery. The re will be a vigil service on Sunday at 6:00pm at George Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 211 Park Ave. SW. The family will then receive friends until 8pm. Mrs. McCaughin, 78 of Aiken, died Thursday, May 4, 2006 at Selected Specialty Hospital in Augusta, GA. A daughter of the late Robert Lee and Frances Marie Phillips Morris, she was born in Olar, SC. She had lived in Augusta, GA from 1949 until 1976 when she moved to New Ellenton where she lived until moving to Aiken in 1993. She retired in the mid 1980's from the Richmond County School System where she had worked as a secretary/bookkeeper for thirty years. Mrs. McCaughin was a communicant of St. Mary Help of Christians Catholic Church, Aiken. She was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary of Knights of Columbus Council #3684 and was a past-president of the Woodside Ladies Golf Association and a member of Women of Woodside. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by several brothers and sisters and a daughter, Cynthia Johnson, who died in 1985. Mrs. McCaughin is survived by her husband, Daniel Robert McCaughin, Aiken; a son, Robert (Kimberley) McCaughin, Pearcy, AR and a daughter, Pamela (Charles) Jackson, North Myrtle Beach, SC. She is also survived by six grandchildren, Brandi Edwards, Kimberly Gambill, Tiffany (Scott) Butts, Heather West, Cynthia McCaughin, and Caitlin McCaughin; and two great granddaughters, Taylor Butts and Haley Butts. Visit www.georgefuneralhomes.com to sign the online condolence register. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Percy Whitaker (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. Percy Edward Whitaker, 86, husband of Mrs. Martha Lillian Whitaker, entered into rest Thursday May 4, 2006, at the Saint Joseph Hospital. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Monday, May 8, 2006, at Starling Funeral Home, Harlem, Ga. Interment will be in the Harlem Memorial Cemetery. Mr. Whitaker was born Columbia County, and was an Air Force retiree and was a previous employee of Sizemore Security. Survivors include his wife Martha Whitaker; one daughter and son-in-law, Mildred and Larry Stephens, Augusta; one sister, Wylene Holden, Florida; five grandchildren, Donna Ann Smith (Lawrence), Kenneth Walden (Tammy), Christopher Lawrence Stephens, Daniel Edward Stephens (Christina), and Devon Chancellor Stephens; and 10 great-grandchildren. If so desired, Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association, 246 Davis Road, Martinez, GA 30907. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Sunday evening from 7 to 9 p.m. Starling Funeral Home, Hwy 78, Harlem, Ga. - Email condolence to the family at starling@familink.com. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Jack D. Middleton (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - On April 7, 1953, Jack David Middleton, Jr. was born to the late Dea. Jack Middleton and Louise R. Middleton. At an early age he found Christ and was baptized at Hosannah Missionary Baptist Church. On Monday, May 1, 2006, Jack made his eternal transition from life. He leaves to cherish his memories Brenda Copeland; daughter, Wychika (Mike) Ellis; son, Brodrick (Carla) Halls; mother, Louise Middleton; sisters, Maxine (James) Harmon, Yvonne Burley, Teresa Middleton, Jacqueline Middleton, Joyce (Christopher) Bailey, Juanita Middleton, Gladys (Lynwood) Boyd; brothers, Micheal (Josephine) Middleton, William (Kellie) Middleton and Jerod Middleton; four grandchildren, aunts,uncles, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Services will be Saturday, 1:00 p.m. May 6, 2006, at Hosannah Baptist Church with the Rev. Clerence Grier officiating. Interment will follow at Mt. Olive Memorial Gardens. Kinsey & Walton Funeral Home, 3618 Peach Orchard Road, 706) 790-8858. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Helen Tate (MARTINEZ, Ga.)
MARTINEZ, Ga. - Entered into rest on May 4, 2006 in The Medical College of Georgia, Ms. Helen Tate of E. Wingate Drive, Martinez. She was a member of Gospel Waterbranch Baptist Church of which Rev. Robert Ramsey is pastor. She is survived by her father, Rev. Joseph Tate; two sons, Joseph R. Tate and Murco Simpkins, Martinez; one brother, James (Marylene) Tate; four sisters, Minister Marie (Billy) Dent, Rev. Josephine Tate, Mrs. Louvenia (Gerald) Stokes, Mrs. Renee' (Jeffery) Rogers; nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be conducted today, Saturday, May 6, 2006 at 3:00 p.m. from Gospel Waterbranch Baptist Church with Rev. Robert Ramsey officiating. Funeral processional will leave 342 Wyngate Drive at 2:30 p.m. Burial will be in the church cemetery. The body will lie in state at the church from 2:00 p.m. until the hour of the service. The Historic Dent's Undertaking Establishment Serving the CSRA Since the 1800's. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChroncile.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 service will be held on Saturday, May 6, 2006 at 1 p.m. at Noah's Ark Baptist Church with Rev. Karlton Howard officiating. Burial will be at the church cemetery. Mr. Stephens, a native of Burke County, was a graduate of Boggs Academy and attended Savannah State University. He was a U.S. Army Vietnam Era veteran, a member of Noah's Ark Baptist Church and was employed as an insurance agent with Delta Life Insurance Company. 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) Adderson, 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. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Callie Mae Bragg (BATH, S.C.)
BATH, S.C. - Entered into rest on Friday, May 05, 2006, Mrs. Callie Mae Tennison, wife of the late Mr. Percy Avery Bragg, formerly of Front Street, Bath, SC. Surviving are two sons, Frank Hendley and Clyde Hendley; three brothers, Billy Ray, Eugene and Wallace Tennison 22 grandchildren and 21 great grandchildren. Funeral services will be Sunday at 5 o'clock p.m. in the Hatcher Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Bob Still officiating. Interment will be 2 o'clock Monday in Bulloch Memorial Gardens, Statesboro, GA. Pallbearers will be her grandsons. Friends may call at the residence of Crystal Hendley, 29 Church Street, Bath, SC or Sunday evening from 6 until 8 at Hatcher Funeral Home, U.S. Hwy. No. 1, Langley, SC. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Franklin Aubert (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. - Funeral services for Mr. Franklin Aubert of Lecompte Avenue will be held at 1:00 p.m. Monday, May 8, 2006 at Second Providence Baptist Church with Dr. Albert M. James officiating. Friends may call at the residence. G.L. Brightharp & Sons Mortuary, 614 West Avenue, North Augusta, S.C.
Bonnie Kray Maxwell (DEARING, Ga.)
DEARING, Ga. - Bonnie Kray Maxwell, 73, of Lokey Drive, Dearing, Ga. entered into rest May 03, 2006. She was the beloved wife of the late James L. 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. Pallbearers: Jarrod Adkins , Brian Cody, David Cody, Terry Davis, David Johnson and Tim Lewis. Beggs Funeral Home, 799 Cobbham Road, Thomson, Ga. 595-4100.
Chester L. Godwin (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. - Chester L. Godwin, 85, beloved husband of sixty-one years to Athalea M. Godwin, of St. Julian Place , entered into rest Wednesday, May 3, 2006 at his residence. Funeral services will be held at today at 11:00 AM in the chapel of Rowland Funeral Home with Dr. John M. Newell, III and Rev. David Lee officiating. Interment will be at Pineview Memorial Park. Memorials may be made to Belvedere United Methodist Church, 202 Rhomboid Place, Belvedere, SC 29841. Rowland Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Ellean Lawson (JEWELL, Ga.)
JEWELL, Ga. - Mrs. Ellean Kitchen Lawson of Elizabeth Ave. died Thursday, May 4, 2006. Funeral services will be held 2:00 p.m. Sunday, May 7, 2006 at Trinity CME. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Mrs. Lawson is survived by her husband, Albert Lawson, one son, two brothers and seven sisters. Warren Brothers Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.
Lucille Williams (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest Friday, May 5, 2006 at University Hospital, Mrs. Ella Lucille (Lou) Williams of Matthews, Ga. Mrs. Williams is survived by her son, Jackie Self; daughters, Linda Holbrooks, Marie Taylor and Brenda Blitchington. Funeral services be held Monday, May 8, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. in the chapel of Thomas Poteet and Son. The family will receive friends Sunday evening from 6:00 to 8:00 at Thomas Poteet and Son - Funeral Directors: 214 Davis Rd. Augusta, Ga. 30907 Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Bobby R. Webber (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Bobby R. Webber, age 52 of Harlem, Ga., entered into rest Wednesday, May 3, 2006 at his residence. Family members include his loving wife of 22 years, Robin E. Free; son, Robert A. Webber of Augusta; mother, Annie K. Street of Augusta; four siblings, Larry, Billy, Seabo and Lisa Webber; one grandson; mother and father-in-law, Ma, Jack; his special girl, Schuyler; numerous nieces and nephews; three sisters in law, Jackie, Carolyn, and Patricia, and his "Road Dog", Rodney L. Polly. Mr. Webber was born in Claxton, Ga. He had lived in Augusta most of his life. Mr. Webber was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed fishing. "Bobby was not afraid of anything, not even entering the spirit world. " The family will receive friends at Poteet Funeral Homes West Chapel from 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm Sunday, May 7, 2006. Poteet Funeral Homes, 3686 Wheeler Road, Augusta, Ga. 30909 (706)860-0009. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Neil A. Johnson (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest on Thursday, May 04, 2006, at St. Joseph Hospital, Mr. Neil A. Johnson, 77, husband of Mary H. Johnson. Mr. Johnson was a native of Minnesota but had resided in the Augusta area since 1953 when he came to work as a chemical engineer at E. I. DuPont where he was active with a task group which was involved in numerous engineering projects with the computer systems on site. He was instrumental in the founding of Augusta Swim League, Kingston Swim Team, and various other swimming events. He was a member of St. Mary On-The-Hill Catholic Church. Family members in addition to his wife include his sons, James Andrew Johnson and wife, Susan of Atlanta, David Neil Johnson of Augusta, Mark Randle Johnson and wife Lynn of Atlanta, Paul Erwin Johnson and wife, Pamela of Augusta; daughter, Suzanne Marie Talarek and husband, Ted of Canton, NY; sister, Darlene Helland of Austin, MN; brother, Eldon Johnson and wife, Dona of Raleigh, NC and eight grandchildren. The Funeral Mass will be held Saturday, May 6, 2006, at 11:00 A.M. at St. Mary On-The-Hill Catholic Church with Rev. Gerald Ragan celebrant. Pallbearers will be members of Richmond County Sheriffs Department and Georgia State Patrol. Interment will follow in Westover Memorial Park. Memorials may be made to St. Joseph Hospice, 2260 Wrightsboro Rd., Augusta, GA 30904. The Vigil for the Deceased will be held Friday, May 5, 2006 at 7:00 P.M. and the family will receive friends 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
Annie Rose Roberts (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest Saturday, April 29, 2006 at Windermere Nursing Home, Mrs. Annie Rose Roberts (82) 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. Survivors are five sons, Herman (Luvenia) Roberts, Tampa, FL, Rev. Ernest (Gwen) Roberts, Bartlesville, OK, Michael (Annie Bell) Roberts, Sylvania, GA, Charles (Johnnie) Roberts, Chesapeake, VA and Al Roberts, Augusta, GA; five daughters, Etta Atwell, Augusta, GA, Sheila Turner, Smyrna, GA, Rubie (Johnny) Barnes, Augusta, GA, Shirley Roberts, Hephzibah, GA and Katie Roberts, Athens, GA; 26 grandchildren; 2 great great grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and friends including a special friend, Elizabeth Royal, Augusta, GA. Friends may call W. H. Mays Mortuary, 1221 James Brown Boulevard, Augusta, GA (706)722-6401.
Leo Flournoy (SANDERSVILLE, Ga.)
SANDERSVILLE, Ga. - Mr. Leo Flournoy, Sr., Floyd Street, Sandersville, died on Saturday, April 29, 2006 at the Washington County Regional Medical Center, Sandersville. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, May 6, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. from Middle Hill Baptist Church with Reverend Forest Lester officiating. Interment will be in the church cemetery. M.C. Smith Funeral Home in charge.
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. Starling Funeral Home, Hwy 78, Harlem, Ga. - Email condolence to the family at starling@familink.com.
Juanita Patterson (ALLENDALE, S.C.)
ALLENDALE, S.C. - Ms. Juanita Patterson, 67, died Friday, April 28, 2006. Funeral services will be held 3:00 p.m. Saturday, May 6, 2006 at Magdalene Christian Church. She is survived by her mother, one daughter, four sisters, four brothers and six grandchildren. Cave Funeral Service, Inc. is in charge of arrangements.
Jace 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. with Rev. Joe Hester and Dr. Jacob O. Malone officiating. Interment to follow in Damacus Baptist Church Cemetery. Jace was preceded in death by her father, Alvin Gene ' Bubber' Robertson. Survivors include: her son, Dalton Cardenaz and his father, Mike Cardenaz; her mother, Pam Price Robertson of Appling; one sister, Paige Gavalas and her husband, Mike of Appling; one brother, Robbie Robertson and his wife, Debbie of Appling, and a friend, Lane Green. Jace was a former Columbia County Sheriff's Department Deputy, she was a loving mother and a devoted mother to her son Dalton. Pallbearers will be: Nathan Robertson, Sean Prouty, Jeremey Roese, Jeff Hudson, Tony Temples, Doyle Robertson. Platts Funeral Home 337 N. Belair Rd. Evans, Ga. 706-860-6166
Fannie Walton-Clark (TIGNALL, Ga.)
TIGNALL, Ga. - Mrs. Fannie Matt Walton-Clark, 79, died May 3, 2006. Funeral services will be held 2:00 p.m. Saturday, May 6, 2006 at New Ford Baptist Church, Tignall with Rev. James White, Pastor, officiating. Burial will follow in the church yard. Davenport-McLendon Mortuary, Inc. is in charge of arrangements.
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 service will be held on Saturday, May 6, 2006 at 1 p.m. at Noah's Ark Baptist Church with Rev. Karlton Howard officiating. Burial will be at the church cemetery. The remains will lie in state at the church from 12 noon until the hour of service. Williams Funeral Home, 2945 Tobacco Road, Hephzibah, Ga.
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 today, 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. If so desired memorials can be made to the North Shore Animal League America 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.
Anthony Basilicato (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Anthony "Tony" Basilicato, 71, passed away on Friday, May 05, 2006 at University Hospital. Mr. Basilicato was born in New Haven, Connecticut on February 15, 1935 to the late Anthony and Mary Grasso Basilicato. He was a veteran of the United States Army. He spent many years in designing electric vehicles and was very active in informing the public of his industry. He moved to Augusta two years ago and was a communicant of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Waynesboro. He was preceded in death by his two brothers, Alphonse and Vincent Basilicato; and a sister, Alice Cave. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, May 8, 2006, at 11:00 a.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Waynesboro with Fr. Laurence B. Goulding officiating. The family will receive friends on Sunday, May 7, 2006, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. and a Rosary Service will be held at 6:00 p.m. at DeLoach-Kennedy Funeral Home in Waynesboro. Survivors include his loving wife of 12 years, Anne Basilicato of Augusta; two sons, Anthony Basilicato of New York and Kurt Basilicato of East Haven, Connecticut; two daughters, Marianne Sackman of California and Doralee Bohner of North Haven, Connecticut; a sister, Aileen Kolinsky of North Haven, Connecticut; one grandson, Christopher; three granddaughters, Ariel, Sabrina, and Sarah, and several nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the Disabled American Veterans, DAV Memorial Program, PO Box 14301, Cincinnati, OH 45250-0301. Arrangements entrusted to DeLoach-Kennedy Funeral Home, Waynesboro, GA. (706)554-3531. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Diane Sheley (SYLVANIA, Ga.)
SYLVANIA, Ga. - Kadence Diane Sheley, age 10 months, died Wednesday, May 3, 2006 at the Medical College of GA in Augusta. Visitation: Friday, May 5, 2006, 6:00 to 8:00 PM. Funeral Services will be at 2:00 PM on Saturday, May 6, 2006, at Thompson-Strickland-Waters Funeral Home Chapel. Interment held at Screven County Memorial Cemetery, Sylvania. Thompson-Strickland-Waters Funeral Home in charge.
Richard Sherrod (MILLEN, Ga.)
MILLEN, Ga. - Entered into rest on Wednesday, May 3, 2006. Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday, May 6th at Zion Baptist Church in Millen, GA with Rev. Phillip Broomfield officiating. He leaves a loving family to cherish his memories. James A. Kirkland Mortuary, 135 N. Gray St., Millen, GA 478-982-3818.
Ida Swan (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Ida Swan, 85, beloved wife of the late Rev. Charles Andrew Swan for 46 years, entered into rest Wednesday, May 3, 2006 at Kentwood Home. Mrs. Swan was a member of Hill Baptist Church and retired as a teacher. She is survived by a sister, Agnes Dowda, Thomson, Ga., and a number of very special nieces and nephews. Graveside services will be held 11:00 A.M. today, May 5, 2006 at Way's Baptist Church Cemetery, (Stellaville Community) Wrens, GA, with Dr. Mike Ruffin officiating, assisted by Rev. George Lauderdale Family will receive friends after the service at the Way's Baptist Church fellowship hall. Memorials may be made to the Hill Baptist Church, Augusta, GA, Ways Baptist Church (Stellaville Community) Wrens, GA, or to your choice of charity. James Funeral Home - Wrens, GA Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Neil A. Johnson (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest on Thursday, May 04, 2006, at St. Joseph Hospital, Mr. Neil A. Johnson, 77, husband of Mary H. Johnson. Mr. Johnson was a native of Minnesota but had resided in the Augusta area since 1953 when he came to work as a chemical engineer at E. I. DuPont where he was active with a task group which was involved in numerous engineering projects with the computer systems on site. He was instrumental in the founding of Augusta Swim League, Kingston Swim Team, and various other swimming events. He was a member of St. Mary On-The-Hill Catholic Church. Family members in addition to his wife include his sons, James Andrew Johnson and wife, Susan of Atlanta, David Neil Johnson of Augusta, Mark Randle Johnson and wife Lynn of Atlanta, Paul Erwin Johnson and wife, Pamela of Augusta; daughter, Suzanne Marie Talarek and husband, Ted of Canton, NY; sister, Darlene Helland of Austin, MN; brother, Eldon Johnson and wife, Dona of Raleigh, NC and eight grandchildren. The Funeral Mass will be held Saturday, May 6, 2006, at 11:00 A.M. at St. Mary On-The-Hill Catholic Church with Rev. Gerald Ragan celebrant. Pallbearers will be members of Richmond County Sheriffs Department and Georgia State Patrol. Interment will follow in Westover Memorial Park. Memorials may be made to St. Joseph Hospice, 2260 Wrightsboro Rd., Augusta, GA 30904. Thomas Poteet & Son Funeral Directors, 214 Davis Rd., Augusta, GA 30907 (706) 364-8484.
Jessie Simpkins (SWAINSBORO, Ga.)
SWAINSBORO, Ga. - Mr. Jessie Simpkins, Jr. died on Friday, April 28, 2006 in Swainsboro, GA. Funeral will be held on Saturday, May 6, 2006 a 2:00 p.m. at the Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist Church in Louisville, GA with the Rev. Alvin Simpkins, officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. His survivors are: his wife, Annie Simpkins, Swainsboro, GA; two daughters, Mary Frances Thorne, Wrens, GA and Lucinda Bryant, Ft. Lauderdale, FL; four step sons, Albert Lee Davis, Elijah Davis, Randolph Davis and Gary Davis, Swainsboro, GA; two sisters, Flora Williams, Ft. Lauderdale, FL and Betty Johnson, Louisville, GA; 19 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren, one son-in-law, four brothers-in-law, two sisters-in-law and a host of other relatives and friends. Hudson Mortuary, 144 Butts Street, Wadley, GA in charge of arrangements. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Georgia Ann Buggs (AIKEN, S.C.)
AIKEN, S.C. - Mrs. Georgia Ann Buggs, 87, of Weaver Street, Aiken, departed this life on Thursday, May 4, 2006 at her residence. Funeral services will be held Sunday, May 7, 2006 at 1:30 p.m. from the Shaws Creek Baptist Church, Trenton, S.C. with the Rev. R.C. Holloway officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Survivors include four daughters, Sallie Stevens, Aiken, Ann (Robert) Humphrey, Washington, D.C., Mary Frances Bing, Charleston, S.C. and Georgia Mae Buggs, Aiken; two sons, Charlie (Ann) Buggs and Johnny Buggs, both of Aiken; 28 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Mrs. Buggs was a native of Edgefield, S.C. and lived in Aiken most of her life. She was a member of the Shaws Creek Baptist Church, Trenton and a homemaker. She was preceded in death by her son, Eddie Bugg. Friends may call at the residence of the daughter, Sallie Stevens, 2176 Sassafras Road, Aiken or at Jackson-Brooks Funeral Home beginning 3:00 p.m. Saturday. The remains will lie in state at the church Sunday from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Jackson-Brooks Funeral Home, Aiken, S.C. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Lawson Calloway (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Funeral Services for Mr. Lawson Calloway Jr., who entered into rest on April 30, 2006, will be conducted Saturday May 6, 2006, at 2:30 PM at C.A. Reid Sr. Memorial Gibson Chapel with Reverend Dennis Dunbar officiating. Interment will be at Walker Cemetery.
Rodney McGhee (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
HEPHZIBAH, Ga. - Mr. Rodney Wayne (Bubba) McGhee, 20, of Keron Way entered into rest Wednesday, May 3, 2006. Funeral services will be held Monday, May 8, 2006 at 1:00 P.M. from the chapel of Hatcher, Chance & Hydrick Funeral Directors with Pastor David Martin and Larry Woods officiating, Interment will follow in Hillcrest Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Garrett Stourd, Mitchell Kersey, Scott Newland, William Norman, Brain Penvose, Travis McGhee, Chris Parrish and Ronnie Bedgood, Jr. Mr. McGhee was a native of Augusta and employed with Brand Scaffold Builders Inc. He is preceded in death by his grandparents Joyce Braddy, Billy Joe McGhee and his step-grandfather C.W. Mock. Survivors include, Wayne and Tina Weatherford McGhee, Sr. Hephzibah; one daughter, Nevaeh Nicole Odum of South Carolina; one brother, Nicholas James McGhee of Hephzibah; one sister, Samantha Ann Owens of Hephzibah; maternal grandmother, Carolyn Mock of Augusta and maternal grandfather Johnny Weatherford of Augusta. The family will receive friends Sunday from 3:00 until 5:00 P.M. at the funeral home. Hatcher, Chance & Hydrick Funeral Directors 2502 Richmond Hill Road Augusta, Ga. 30906. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Everlene Samuels (THOMSON, Ga.)
THOMSON, Ga. - Funeral service for Mrs. Everlene Kendrick Samuels, 49, of Thomson, Ga., will be held on Saturday, May 6, 2006 at 2:00 P.M. at the Paynes Baptist Church, Mesena, Ga., Rev. Willie Norwood, Pastor, officiating, interment in the Society Cemetery, Mesena. Survivors are a daughter, Evangelita Willingham; mother, Rosie Landers Kendrick; three brothers, Wyman (Mozelle) Kendrick, James (Clara) Kendrick and Royal Kendrick; four sisters, Mildred (Roosevelt) Norman, Margree (Solomon) Wilson, Catherine (Reynolds) and Rosie (Michael) Dunn al of Thomson, Ga.; other relatives and friends. Thomson Funeral System, Thomson, Ga., in charge. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
John R. Sherlock (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. - Mr. John R. Sherlock, 75, entered into rest Friday, May 5, 2006. The Funeral Mass and Prayer Vigil will be celebrated Sunday, May 7, 2006 at 5:00 p.m. at St. Edward Catholic Church with Father Cherian Thalakulam celebrant. Final Blessings will be said at 10:00 a.m. Monday, May 8, 2006 at the church with interment to follow in Pineview Memorial Park. Rowland Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Mary Lou Parker (ALLENDALE, Ga.)
ALLENDALE, Ga. - Mrs. Mary Lou Givens Parker, 87, died April 28, 2006. Funeral services will be held 3:30 p.m. Sunday, May 7, 2006 at Macedonia CME Church. Burial will follow in St. Mark Baptist Church Cemetery. Survivors are five daughters, two sons, one brother, 10 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Cave Funeral Service, Inc. is in charge of arrangements.
Senia Lamar (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mrs. Senia Sanders Lamar, 97, of 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. The remains will lie in state at the church from 2:30 p.m. until the hour of service. Williams Funeral Home, 1765 Martin Luther King, Jr., Blvd.
Lee W. Williams (SARDIS, Ga.)
SARDIS, Ga. -The funeral service for Mr. Lee Wesley Williams will be 2:00 P.M., Saturday, at Roberson Grove Baptist Church with Rev. Alvin Lewis officiating. Interment will be in Pines Cemetery. A devoted and loving family will cherish his memories. Phinazee and Son Funeral Home (706) 654-5500.
Edna Mae Thigpen (WRENS, Ga.)
WRENS, Ga. - Miss Edna Mae Thigpen, 72, loving daughter of the late Mr. Robert Lee and Mrs. Annie Lou Thigpen, entered into rest Wednesday, May 3, 2006 at Jefferson Hospital, Louisville, Ga. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Sunday at Waldens United Methodist Church with Rev. Doug Todd and Rev. Ronnie Shelton officiating. The remains will lie in state at the church one hour before service. Interment will be in the church cemetery. Miss Edna was a native of Jefferson County and lived there all her life and a member of Old Bethel Baptist Church. She is survived by a son, Mr. Danny Williams of Wrens; one brother, Herbert Thigpen of Ivey, Ga.; four sisters, Thelma Manning of Louisville, Betty Chalker of Blythe, Jewell Griswell of Mitchell and Virginia Shelton of Wrens. She was preceded in death by a sister, Dorothy Jane Thigpen. Pallbearers are David Bullard, Gary Hutchens, David Reese, Matt Stevens, Bill Snider, Kenneth Hardin, DetroitAmerson and Bill McGlohorn. The family will receive friends today from 7 to 9 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the charity of your choice. Sheppard Funeral Home, Gibson, Ga. is in charge of arrangements. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Pasadena D. Garnett (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Ms. Pasadena (Pat) D. Garnett entered into the arms of her savior on April 28, 2006, at Amara Health Care. A wake will be held Friday May 5, 2006, at C.A. Reid Sr. Memorial Gibson Chapel. Funeral Services will be held Saturday May 6, 2006, at 10 AM at Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church at 8th and Telfair St. with Father Tim Donahue officiating. Survivors are a son, Charles Garnett; daughter, Carlethia Garnett; two grandchildren, Shakil and Rakil Williams; mother, Mrs. Charlene Scott; father, Percy Garnett Sr.; one brother, Percy Garnett Jr.; a devoted aunt, Ms. Betty Askew; a niece, Keydra Garnett, and a host of cousins and friends. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Lois Leaphart (JACKSON, S.C.)
JACKSON, S.C. - Funeral services for Mrs. Lois Wheeler Leaphart, 63, who died Friday, will be held Sunday at 3:00 PM at Bath Pentecostal Holiness Church. The family will receive friends tonight from 6 until 8 PM at the funeral home. Hatcher Funeral Home, U.S. Hwy. No. 1, Langley, SC
Phillip Gerard Holley (DESTIN, Fla.)
DESTIN, Fla. - Mr. Phillip Gerard Holley, 49, beloved son, father, grandfather, brother and friend to many died Monday, May 1, 2006 at Destin Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center where he received much love and care. Mr. Holley was born in Athens, GA and was the son of the late Senator and Mrs. R. Eugene Holley of Augusta, GA. Mr. Holley attended The Academy of Richmond County. He began his professional career at Frank Christian Studios where he was responsible for the development and printing of black and white as well as color negatives for seventeen years. Because of his extensive knowledge of Frank Christian's Historic Golf Prints Collection, he transferred to Fort Walton Beach when the collection was sold to Edwin Watts Golf Shop in 1998. His vast amount of knowledge of the printing process, archives of film negatives, as well as the history of the Masters Golf Tournament proved to be invaluable to his employer where he was the only remaining original employee. The avid golfer had many passions in his life including the Georgia Bulldogs, the Atlanta Braves and the Atlanta Falcons. He also loved to hunt, fish and photograph his friends and family. He loved both his Florida and Augusta homes where he had numerous family members and many friends. He will be dearly missed by those that knew him. Survivors include his son: Michael Ryan Holley of Augusta; a sister: Mrs. Anna Holley Avrett of Augusta; three brothers: Robert Holley, Stephen Holley and E. Norton Holley of Augusta; brother-in-law: David Avrett; nieces: Holley Avrett, Bailey Avrett; nephew: Alex Avrett; two grandchildren: Joshua and William and countless other friends and relatives. A Memorial Mass will be held Monday, May 8, 2006 at 11:00 A.M. at St. Mary On-The-Hill Catholic Church with Father Gerald Ragan celebrant. Family and friends will be received at the home of Mr. and Mrs. David Avrett, 2559 Walton Way, Augusta, following the Memorial Mass on Monday. If wished, please make memorials to Hospice of the Emerald Coast, 2529 South Ferdon Blvd., Crestview, FL 32536 (850) 689-0300. The family will receive friends Sunday evening from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. at Thomas Poteet & Son Funeral Directors, 214 Davis Road, Augusta, Georgia 30907 (706) 364-8484 Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Nathaniel Clyburn (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Jody Nathaniel "Little Man" Clyburn, age 2, entered into rest, Wednesday, May 3, 2006. Family members include his mother, Shannan Darcey Ryan of Augusta; father, Joseph Trent Clyburn of Aiken, SC; sister, Christian Alexandria Ryan of Augusta; maternal grandparents, Olga Sue James and Kenneth P. Smith of North Augusta, SC; paternal grandparents, Linda Fease of Hephzibah, Ga., and William Clyburn of Manning, SC; maternal great grandparents, Jim and Bernice Ryan of Augusta; uncles, Clinton Ryan of Augusta, Ga., Travis Ryan of Edgefield, SC, Adam Clyburn of Blythe, Ga., Curtis Fease of Hephzibah, Ga.; aunts, Hope Bresch of Atlanta, Ga., Faith Fease of Atlanta, Ga., Charity Fease of Hephzibah, Ga., Kathleen Yonce of Edgefield, SC; great aunt and uncle Jimmy and Mary E. Pearre of Augusta, Ga. Jody was born in Augusta, Ga. He loved music, dancing, playing with his big sister, being outside, riding, and playing with cars and trucks. Funeral services will be held Sunday, May 7, 2006 at 2:00 PM at Poteet Funeral Homes South Chapel with Pastor Charles Pennington officiating. Interment will be at Hillcrest Memorial Park. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Saturday, May 6, 2006 from 7:00 pm until 9:00 pm. Poteet Funeral Homes, 3465 Peach Orchard Road, Augusta, Ga. 30906, (706 )796-8886. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Chester L. Godwin (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. - Chester L. Godwin, 85, beloved husband of sixty-one years to Athalea M. Godwin, of St. Julian Place , entered into rest Wednesday, May 3, 2006 at his residence. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, May 6, 2006 in the chapel of Rowland Funeral Home with Dr. John M. Newell, III and Rev. David Lee officiating. Interment will be at Pineview Memorial Park. Mr. Godwin was born in Greelyville, SC and had lived in North Augusta for the past fifty-three years. He was retired from E. I. Dupont/Savannah River Plant and was a member of Belvedere United Methodist Church. In addition to his wife, he is survived by five sons, Sonny Godwin and his wife, Betty Lynn, Danny Godwin and his wife, Paula, Roddy Godwin, Randy Godwin and his wife, Claire and Stan Godwin, all of North Augusta; his sister, Carolyn Phillips of Manning, SC; ten grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. The family will receive friends at Rowland Funeral Homethis evening from 6 to 8 p.m. Memorials may be made to Belvedere United Methodist Church, 202 Rhomboid Place, Belvedere, SC 29841. Rowland Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Annie Rose Roberts (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest Saturday, April 29, 2006 at Windermere Nursing Home, Mrs. Annie Rose Roberts, 82, formerly of Madrid Drive. Funeral services will be conducted today, Saturday, May 6, 2006 at 12:00 noon from Mount Zion AME Zion Church with Rev. Alton R. Pegues, Pastor officiating. Interment will be in Mount Olive Memorial Gardens. The remains will lie in state at the church from 10:30 a.m. until the hour of service. The funeral procession will leave the residence at 11:00 a.m. Florist: 9:30 a.m. W. H. Mays Mortuary, 1221 James Brown Boulevard, Augusta, GA (706) 722-6401.
William Neal Johnson (EVANS, Ga.)
EVANS, Ga. - Beloved Husband, Daddy and Opa. William Neal Johnson age 62 departed from this earth on May 3, 2006 at his residence. Mr. Johnson retired from the U.S. Army, and was a veteran of the Vietnam War. He leaves behind his beloved wife, Ingrid Anna Johnson; one daughter, Stephanie Johnson of Evans; his two beautiful grandchildren, Nicole and Jakob; his sister and brother in law, Carmen and Willi Imbusch of Germany and one niece, Christiane Griffiths of Fayeteville, N.C. He will be dearly missed by all and will always live in our hearts forever. Just a note from his grandchildren: Dear Opa, we will truly miss your hugs and wet kisses and your silly jokes. You were and still are in our hearts the best ' Opa' ever. We love you !! And dad, this ones from your daughter, I love you and I will make you proud on May 12, 2006 when I march down the aisle to receive my degree. This one's for you Daddy !!! Ilove you dearly and will dearly miss you. There will not be any local services. The family will receive friends at the residence on today, Friday May 5, 2006, from 1:00 until 4:00 p.m. Platt's Funeral Home, 337 N. Belair Rd., Evans, GA 30809, (706) 860-6166. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
James Lewis (SYLVANIA, Ga.)
SYLVANIA, Ga. - Mr. James Timothy Lewis, 78, died Friday, April 28, 2006. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, May 6 at 1:00 p.m. at the Ditch Pond Baptist Church of Sylvania, Ga. Burial will be held in the church cemetery. Mr. Lewis will lie in state at the church on Saturday from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. Service of comfort entrusted to the care of Craig R. Tremble and Sons Funeral Home.
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. 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 Harris, Lexington, N.C., Lillie Mae (Roney) Peterson, 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, nephew, other relatives and friends. Family and friends will assemble at the residence at 10:15 a.m. Williams Funeral Home, 1765 Martin Luther King Jr., Blvd.
Mariah Colbert (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mrs. Mariah Evelyn Moore Colbert of Agnes Street entered into rest Wednesday, May 3, 2006 at her residence. Funeral services will be held Monday, May 8, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. at the Greater St. John Baptist Church with Rev. Melvin Ivey officiating. Burial will be at Southview Cemetery. Survivors are her husband, Robert Willie Colbert, Sr., Augusta; six daughters, Wartina (Carl) Little, Lorinda Colbert, Almeta (Marion) Samuels, Augusta, Fannie (Frederick) Washington, Columbus, Ga., Jennie (Dennis) Kennedy, Hinesville, Ga., Sheldonia (William) Bessent, Gough, Ga.; two sons, Robert (Betty) Colbert, Jr., Crowley, Texas and Pierce (Rosetta) Colbert, North Augusta; one sister, Lindie Lou (Fred) Evans, Sacramento, Calif.; 15 grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, two great-grandchildren; one God son, two sisters-in-law, niece, nephews, cousins and friends. Williams Funeral Home, 1765 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Ruth Riley Staubes (AIKEN, S.C.)
AIKEN, S.C. - A graveside service for Mrs. Ruth Riley Staubes, beloved wife of J. Herman Staubes, Jr. of Aiken, will be conducted today, Friday, May 5, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. in the Graniteville Cemetery with Rev. Jim Kirk officiating. Family and friends are asked to assemble at the graveside by 1:45 p.m. Napier Funeral Home, 315 Main St., Graniteville, S.C. 29829.
Caroline Bates (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Caroline Bates entered into rest Tuesday, May 2, 2006. Caroline is preceded in death by her parents, Mack Gordon, Annie Wilson and one son Michael Thacker. Survivors include one son, Thomas Thacker and one daughter, Linda Dubose; nine grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Other survivors include two brothers, Walter David Wilson and Darvin Wilson; two sisters, Peggy Cowart and Ruth Collins. There were also many nieces and nephews. Caroline lived in Augusta most of her life and was a devoted homemaker who loved her family very much. The family will receive guests on Friday, May 5, 2006 between 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. at the Kennedy Funeral Home in Metter, Ga. A graveside service will follow at the Lower Lots Cemetery in Statesboro, Ga.
Robert Davis (LINCOLNTON, Ga.)
LINCOLNTON, Ga. - Deacon Robert Davis, age 82, of Lincolnton, GA passed away on May 2, 2006 at MCG Hospital. His funeral services will be held on Saturday, May 6, 2006 at 2:00 PM at Parks Grove FBH with Pastor Tonita Cody officiating. The burial will be in the Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends tonight at the funeral home from 7pm to 8pm. He was a member of Parks Grove Fire Baptize Holiness Church of Lincolnton, GA. His survivors includes his loving and devoted wife, Sarah Davis of the home; five daughters, Leila Mae Parks, Mozell Holloway, Idel Davis, Mattie Ware and Sarah Davis, all of Lincolnton, GA; three sons, Willie Jones, Alex Rogers Davis and Bill Davis all of Lincolnton, GA; a sister, Mozell Scott of Chattanooga, TN and 30 grandchildren and 33 great-grandchildren. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Arlene S. Mosley (SPARTA, Ga.)
SPARTA, Ga. - Mrs. Arlene S. Mosley, 45, of Brown Chapel Road, Sparta, died Sunday, April 30, 2006 at her Sparta residence. Survivors include husband, Johnny L. Mosley of Sparta; mother, Olena Scott of Sparta; three sons, Craig and Cedric Scott of Milledgeville, Ga. and Kevin Scott of Sparta; one daughter, Tammy Scott of Tampa, Fla.; five sisters, Barbara and Brenda Scott of Tampa, Ruth Works and Lillie A. Davis of Atlanta and Brenda Adside of Sparta; four brothers, Wiley Scott, Jr. of Bradenton, Fla., Frank Scott of Tampa, James Scott of Sparta and Melvin Adside of Sparta. Services will be held Saturday, May 6, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. at Hunt's Chapel AME in Sparta. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Bonnie Kray Maxwell (DEARING, Ga.)
DEARING, Ga. - Bonnie Kray 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 Feree 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. Pallbearers will be Jarrod Adkins, Brian Cody, David Cody, Terry Davis, David Johnson and Tim Lewis. The family will receive friends from 7 until 9 p.m. Friday at the funeral home . Beggs Funeral Home, 799 Cobbham Road, Thomson, Ga. 595-4100.
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 Ken Wilson 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.
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.
Sylvia Irene Pate (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Sylvia Irene Pate, age 71, entered into rest Thursday, May 4, 2006 at Eisenhower Army Medical Center. Family members include her husband of 36 years Dwight L. Pate; son, Mark Carmichael of Augusta; brother, Paul Hinerman of Tampa, Fl., and several grandchildren and great grandchildren. Mrs. Pate was born in Moundsville, West Virginia, the daughter of the late Paul and Blanche Hinerman. She had resided in Augusta for the past 10 years. Private services will be held. Poteet Funeral Homes, 3465 Peach Orchard Road, Augusta, Ga. 30906, (706)798-8886 Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Robert Poole (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Funeral Services for Mr. Robert Raymond Poole, who entered into rest on April 27, 2006, will be conducted on Saturday May 6, 2006, at 6 p.m. at C.A. Reid Sr. Memorial Gibson Chapel with Reverend Clifford Devine officiating.
Helen Tate (MARTINEZ, Ga.)
MARTINEZ, Ga. - Entered into rest on May 4, 2006 in The Medical College of Georgia, Ms. Helen Tate of E. Wingate Drive, Martinez. She was a member of Gospel Waterbranch Baptist Church of which Rev. Robert Ramsey is pastor. Funeral details will be announced by Dent's Funeral Home. He is survived by her father, Rev. Joseph Tate; two sons, Joseph R. Tate and Murco Simpkins, Martinez; one brother, James (Marylene) Tate; four sisters, Minister Marie (Billy) Dent, Rev. Josephine Tate, Mrs. Louvenia (Gerald) Stokes, Mrs. Renee' (Jeffery) Rogers; nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. The Historic Dent's Undertaking Establishment Serving the CSRA Since the 1800's.
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.
Col. Thomas Miller (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Bonnie Kray Maxwell (DEARING, Ga.)
Chester L. Godwin (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Mary Lou Parker (ALLENDALE, Ga.)
Robert Davis (LINCOLNTON, Ga.)
Franklin Aubert (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Annie Rose Roberts (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Arlene S. Mosley (SPARTA, Ga.)
Rodney McGhee (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
Bobby R. Webber (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Everlene Samuels (THOMSON, Ga.)
Juanita Patterson (ALLENDALE, S.C.)
Anthony Basilicato (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Georgia Ann Buggs (AIKEN, S.C.)
Fannie Walton-Clark (TIGNALL, Ga.)
John R. Sherlock (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
William Tucker (EAST DUBLIN, Ga.)
Jack D. Middleton (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
J. Cleveland Holmes (JOHNSTON, S.C.)
Lawson Calloway (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
William Neal Johnson (EVANS, Ga.)
Sylvia Irene Pate (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Richard A. Stephens (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
Nathaniel Clyburn (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Phillip Gerard Holley (DESTIN, Fla.)
Bonnie Kray Maxwell (DEARING, Ga.)
Neil A. Johnson (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mabel Marshall (MARTINEZ, Ga.)
John Henry Booker (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Ruth Riley Staubes (AIKEN, S.C.)
Neil A. Johnson (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Leo Flournoy (SANDERSVILLE, Ga.)
Lucille Williams (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Chester L. Godwin (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Richard A. Stephens (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
Annie Rose Roberts (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Joseph Tyson (SANDERSVILLE, Ga.)
Pasadena D. Garnett (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Jessie Simpkins (SWAINSBORO, Ga.)
Mavericks put end to Thoroughbreds
American team bus gets flagged down
German officer fears own hooligans
Broken nose feels good after win
47-1 long shot Lemons Forever pulls huge upset
Baffert finds a kindred spirit in Bode
Players of the Week
Elissa Botts, and Nolan Belcher are this week's players of the week.
Overtime
Indoor Football
Mavericks put end to Thoroughbreds
AIKEN - South Aiken's defense of its state soccer championship ended on a soggy night and a penalty kick.
Broken nose feels good after win
Greenbrier's boys soccer team had to make plenty of sacrifices to earn a 3-1 win over St. Pius X in the Class AAAA state tournament quarterfinals Friday night.
Deal made for Lawyer Ron
LOUISVILLE, Ky. - Lawyer Ron was getting a sponge bath, the early morning sunlight glistening off his wet, chestnut coat. On the other side of the barn, the man he is named after was closing a deal to sell the colt, one of the Kentucky Derby favorites.
German officer fears own hooligans
DUESSELDORF, Germany - Forget the once-notorious English or Dutch hooligans ruining the World Cup, or a new threat from violent Polish or Ukrainian fans.
Baffert finds a kindred spirit in Bode
LOUISVILLE, Ky. - The guy everyone in thoroughbred racing thought couldn't get funnier just brought in a straight man.
Musketeers' reign runs out
In past seasons, a scoreless tie at halftime of a state playoff game wouldn't have pleased Richmond Academy boys soccer coach Chris Hughes.
American team bus gets flagged down
FRANKFURT, Germany - The official team bus to be used by the United States during the World Cup will not bear a flag for security reasons.
Overtime
Defending champion Phillip McCormick led the way in Friday's City of Augusta Match Play Championship.
47-1 long shot Lemons Forever pulls huge upset
LOUISVILLE, Ky. - Mark Guidry sat atop Lemons Forever with the winner's blanket of lilies draped over the Kentucky Oaks champion. He hopes to be smelling roses Saturday.
Strategy is all about speed
LOUISVILLE, Ky. - Dan Hendricks easily maneuvered his wheelchair outside Barn 42 at Churchill Downs for a final chat on the day before the Kentucky Derby.
Christians are forever enmeshed in politics
The ongoing furor about Christianity's role in American politics is provoked especially by the conjunction of difficult moral issues with rising conservative activism and closely fought elections.
Parents can turn to Proverbs for wisdom
As a former family therapist, I often heard parents lament, "I can't believe my own child could have done such a thing. Why, we all go to Sunday school and worship. We have tried to teach our children right from wrong. We even pray together!"
Churches offer holistic approach
Jim Clyburn's heart would sink when he thought about how his credit card bills were piling up.
Faith digest
DA VINCI: Unveiling the Code, an interactive seminar, will be presented from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. today at Christ's Way Christian Church, 183 Old Wagener Road in Aiken. The free seminar includes light breakfast and lunch. Ryan Terry and Roger Carr, of Aiken's Morning Star Ministries, will be the speakers. Call (803) 643-1834, ext. 2.
Faith Calendar
The Faith Calendar lists church and temple activities. Space is limited. Deadline is noon Monday.
Local author composes book of prayers
After her father suffered a stroke about four years ago, Martinez resident Marsha Maurer wanted a prayer book that addressed his needs and those of her mother, who was thrust into the role of caregiver.
Temple will hear Reform speaker
A decade ago, the Conservative stream of Judaism was the fastest growing in the United States.
Hootie was progressive during Masters reign
Birthday wishes to the Godfather of Soul
Geena Davis gets award on same day show is shelved
Marion and Paul spend happy days together
LOS ANGELES - Marion Ross has no hesitation explaining why she wanted to star in the Hallmark Channel movie "Where There's a Will."
Pity the fool who doesn't listen to Mr. T's advice
Pity the fool who doesn't listen to Mr. T's advice
NEW YORK - If Dr. Phil can dispense advice, why not Mr. T?
Dramatic turn of events on 'Lost'
Another 'Idol' contestant is out, leaving four
Dramatic turn of events on 'Lost'
LOS ANGELES - Sex, betrayal and bloodshed were the order of a fateful day for the lost souls of "Lost."
Marion and Paul spend happy days together
Geena Davis gets award on same day show is shelved
NEW YORK - On the same day Geena Davis accepted an award for her portrayal of a female president, ABC shelved "Commander in Chief" for the crucial May ratings sweeps.
CBS announces launch of a broadband channel
NEW YORK - CBS Corp. on Thursday launched a new broadband channel called "innertube," an ad-supported outlet that will include specially created Web series and some use of material that has already run on CBS.
As Bush's popularity drops, comics are target him
Another 'Idol' contestant is out, leaving four
NEW YORK - Paris Bennett sang "Kiss" - and the pint-size soul singer and judge favorite kissed "American Idol" goodbye Wednesday, becoming the latest singer sacked in viewer voting.
As Bush's popularity drops, comics are target him
NEW YORK - Perhaps sensing vulnerability, the late-night comics have been piling on President Bush.
CBS announces launch of a broadband channel
Celine Dion adapting to life as a working mother
George Lucas is now a 'Star Wars' action figure
Nicole Richie acknowledges she's 'too thin'
Birthday wishes to the Godfather of Soul
I cannot claim that I know James Brown. Sure, I see him a few times a year, and have spoken with him on several occasions, but we don't exchange Christmas cards, don't have each other's home numbers on speed dial and have never shared a quiet meal together.
Parents can turn to Proverbs for wisdom
Local author composes book of prayers
Churches offer holistic approach
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