Across the river
Country concert: Today, 11 a.m. gates open, noon concert; Augusta Riverfront Marina, 298 Prep Philips Drive; A Day in the Country; Blake Shelton, Danielle Peck, Rhes Reeves Band, Amber Carter, Tony Canon and Southbound and the Rhythm & Class Cloggers; $20 at the gate, free 6 and younge; (803) 278-4849 or visit www.tixonline.com
Around town
The Aiken Community Playhouse will present On Golden Pond at 3 p.m. today and 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday at the Washington Center for the Performing Arts, 126 Newberry St. Tickets are $17 for adults, $15 for seniors, $12 for students and $6 for ages 11 and younger. Call (803) 648-1438.
CSRA bridge results
Bridge results for April 24-30
Book inspires young mentors to help in elementary school
Inspired by Gloria Houston's book My Great Aunt Arizona, Aiken Middle School pupils helped a class of fourth-graders with a writing assignment.
Workshops will address complaints
In the weeks after two trains crashed in Graniteville on Jan. 6, 2005, spilling deadly chlorine that forced a mass evacuation, residents had a lot of questions that were not getting answered.
Relay for Life has joy, sadness
Hanging 45-rpm records on a funeral home tent might not have seemed significant, but 11-year-old Taylor Baker knew why she was doing it.
Pet of the week
Mick, a 9-month-old male mixed breed, is available for adoption through Molly's Militia.
Parents discuss qualities they want in a principal
Parents of pupils at Jackson Middle School told officials they would like the new principal to be an organized leader, have high standards for staff and pupils and project strength and wisdom at the school and in the community.
Meetings
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
Meetings
AIKEN COUNTY REGISTRATION AND ELECTIONS COMMISSION: 5:30 p.m. first Mondays (unless it is a holiday, then moves to second Monday), Registration and Elections Building, 916 Vaucluse Road, Aiken; (803) 642-1528
Drawing cuts contestants for scholarship bond to 16
Before the drawing April 29, 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.
Bluegrass performers are eager for Aiken's festival
The Aiken Bluegrass Festival has made a name for itself. Organizers will hold the concert Friday and Saturday for the third year in a row, and already national acts are clamoring to get on stage.
Library events
NANCY BONNETTE LIBRARY
HOURS: Noon to 6 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, Thursday; 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday
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
Aiken County Detention Center bookings
These are the bookings for the Aiken County Detention Center for April 21-28. Suspects are innocent until proved guilty:
Teens bring years of teamwork to the ice rink
Although they hadn't been born at the time of the "Miracle on Ice," Alex Polonus and Mark Thomas said they felt a sense of awe three weeks ago when they played at the ice rink where the historic hockey game was played in 1980.
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
Around the block
RESERVATIONS FOR RENTAL FACILITIES: Camping reservations for coastal state parks should be made by telephone, mail or in person at least 14 days before occupancy dates for a minimum of four nights during the week or three nights on weekends. Call Edisto Beach, Hunting Island, Huntington Beach or Myrtle Beach state parks to make reservations; maximum stay on a campsite is 14 days; South Carolina State Parks System, 1205 Pendleton St., Columbia, SC 29201
Book inspires young mentors to help in elementary school
Inspired by Gloria Houston's book My Great Aunt Arizona, Aiken Middle School pupils helped a class of fourth-graders with a writing assignment.
Meetings
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
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.
Volunteer is sweet as candy to pupils
Candy Smith is popular with the pupils at Jefferson Elementary School.
'Seeing' is terrifyingly plausible
'MotherStyles' offers advice
Janet Penley's book "MotherStyles" (Da Capo/Lifelong) identifies 16 types of mothers, based on whether they see themselves as extravert vs. introvert, thinker vs. feeler, sensing vs. intuitive and judger vs. perceiver.
'Seeing' is terrifyingly plausible
Sometimes a novel comes along that is terrifying only because the reader can't decide why he should be scared. Jose Saramago's latest political allegory "Seeing" is just such a tale
Union says investigation is going too far
Bonds has long night vs. Phils
PHILADELPHIA - With balls flying out of Philadelphia's hitter-friendly park, Barry Bonds barely reached the outfield.
Philly crowd mocks Bonds
PHILADELPHIA - Barry Bonds got another rude welcome in a city known for its boorish behavior.
MLB power rankings - Week 6
Every week of the regular season, The Augusta Chronicle's Andrew Festa and Miguelangelo Hernandez will rank the major league teams.
Wolfpack stay perfect
Raindrops delayed the first pitch of the Region 2-AAAA championship game about 45 minutes on Friday.
Missed opportunities cost Pacers
AIKEN - USC Aiken's long layoff showed on the baseball field.
Bonds has long night vs. Phils
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.
Missed opportunities cost Pacers
Union says investigation is going too far
NEW YORK - Former Senate Majority Leader George Mitchell has asked several former and current major leaguers for medical and telephone records, requests the players' union says oversteps the scope of baseball's steroids investigation.
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.
Marriage is easy if you follow these six simple rules
Kevelan Sanchez Aunonta
Niesha Yuneshia Thomas, of Augusta, is pleased to announce the birth of her son, Kevelan Sanchez Aunonta, born April 11, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Dalton Joseph Stallings
Joseph and Peggy Stallings, of Warrenville, S.C., are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Dalton Joseph, born April 4, 2006, at Aiken Regional Medical Center in Aiken.
Adyson Rae Long
Mark and Amy Long, of Augusta, are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Adyson Rae, born March 31, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Grayson Raborn and Jared Logan Ensley
Crista and Ronald Ensley III, of Augusta, are pleased to announce the birth of their twin sons, Grayson Raborn and Jared Logan, born April 14, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Brandon Steven Cresap
Steven and Stephanie Cresap, of Evans, are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Brandon Steven, born April 3, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Nina Marie Wilson
Tina Louise Wilson is pleased to announce the birth of her daughter, Nina Marie, born April 15, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Chimere Vontrail Robinson
Turkessa Faston and Dwayne Robinson are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Chimere Vontrail, born April 19, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Dawson Kyle Pope
Dwight and Kimberly Pope, of Warner Robins, Ga., are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Dawson Kyle, born March 24, 2006, at Medical Center in Macon, Ga.
Mariah Jasmine Mathews
Bradley and Amber Mathews, of Augusta, are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Mariah Jasmine, born April 13, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Ivie Charlene Reese
Keith and Recy Reese, of Grovetown, are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Ivie Charlene, born February 6, 2006, at Doctors Hospital in Augusta.
Georgia Elizabeth Anderson
William and Jamie Anderson, of Augusta, are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Georgia Elizabeth, born April 14, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Americus LeAnn Lawson
Jonathan and Candace Lawson, of Martinez, are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter. Americus LeAnn, born April 13, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Grayson Raborn and Jared Logan Ensley
MaKayla Alisa Morgan
Samantha Rabun and Charles Morgan are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, MaKayla Alisa, born March 2, 2006, at St. Joseph Hospital in Augusta.
Cailey Alyssa Bates
Will and Angela Bates, of Warrenville, S.C., are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Cailey Alyssa, born April 12, 2006, at Aiken Regional Medical Center in Aiken.
Garrett Joseph Green
Ken and Laura Green, of Evans, are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Garrett Joseph, born February 23, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
William Walter Wallace
Leonna Clements and William Wallace are pleased to announce the birth of their son, William Walter III, born April 10, 2006, at Doctors Hospital in Augusta.
Regan Lea Elliott
Christopher and Nancy Elliott, of Evans, are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Regan Lea, born April 12, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
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.
Atlanta wastes chances
NEW YORK - It's neither a hapless nor hopeless brand of baseball the Atlanta Braves are playing these days.
Braves notebook
NEW YORK - It was their fourth loss in a row. Seventh in a row on the road. Ninth defeat in their past 12 games. Eleventh loss in 16 one-run games.
Store relieves customer stress by handling auction
If you don't have time to sell goods on eBay, or you find selling goods on the Internet too darn intimidating, a new Augusta store wants your business.
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.
On the move
- Innovative Health Strategies announced the following staffing changes
Store relieves customer stress by handling auction
Manufacturers smoking mad over fake cigars
Business calendar
Monday: SuCCess Columbia County Style; Columbia County Chamber of Commerce; 5-7 p.m.; Bassett Furniture Direct, 1254 Augusta West Parkway; members free, nonmembers $10; contact Terra Carroll at (706) 860-4735 or tcarroll@columbia countychamber.
First-time users get help from eBay
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.
Property transfers
Here are the Richmond County property transfers for April 17-20. The date indicates when the transfer was recorded in the clerk's office:
First-time users get help from eBay
Philip Verduce hasn't sold dirt on eBay, but he reckons he could.
Berkshire Hathaway buys stake in tool company
Business calendar
Monday: SuCCess Columbia County Style; Columbia County Chamber of Commerce; 5-7 p.m.; Bassett Furniture Direct, 1254 Augusta West Parkway; members free, nonmembers $10; contact Terra Carroll at (706) 860-4735 or tcarroll@columbia countychamber.
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.
Editorial cartoon
Editorial cartoon for Sunday, May 7, 2006.
Editorial cartoon 050606 - The Augusta Chronicle
Let's talk scandals, stonewalling
Let's talk scandals, stonewalling
It's always something. Last week it was a lot of somethings.
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.
Kennedy's collision course
Forget all the doting
This is not what we paid for
What in the world is the Richmond County Board of Education waiting for? The easy way out?
GOP spending showdown
There's a showdown under way in Washington, and it's not between Republicans and Democrats, but between spendthrift Republicans in the Senate and a more fiscally conservative House. Thus far, President Bush has cast his lot with the House, even to the point of threatening a veto.
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.
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.
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.
Thurmond veteran at No. 1 after cut
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.
Ledford finds fire to compete once again
The desire to play competitive golf is back for Eric Ledford, the former nationally ranked junior from Aiken who now has professional aspirations.
'Visionary' takes Masters' helm
Strong day has Furyk seeing Wachovia title
CHARLOTTE, N.C. - Jim Furyk hit a 7-iron that landed softly on the 16th green and trickled within 2 feet of the cup, a birdie that allowed him to get his nose in front Saturday at the Wachovia Championship.
'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
Region Cup results
Regions Cup
Strong day has Furyk seeing Wachovia title
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.
Wie makes cut in men's tournament
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.
Ledford finds fire to compete once again
Hurricanes storm by Devils
RALEIGH, N.C. - The New Jersey Devils eventually were going to lose. Boy, did they ever.
Marriage is easy if you follow these six simple rules
Another year, another wedding anniversary at my house. They seem to pass so quickly. Some people say you have to work at a marriage, but I haven't found that to be the case.
Evolution letter missed a lot
In reply to Victor Reilly's May 1 letter ("On evolution, science trumps faith"), Mr. Reilly fails to recognize that there would be no science if not for Christianity, Islam and Hinduism. These religions cultivated, propagated and recorded scientific progress.Art Beall, Evans
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
Minimum wage is a slave wage
The minimum wage should be $10 an hour. Many enemies will say entry-level jobs require lower wages. I find that ridiculous and an affront to anyone's intelligence and time spent for $6 an hour. Sounds like modern slavery to me.Robert Periano, Augusta
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.
Youth need genuine role models
As a graduate of and a volunteer at the prestigious Lucy C. Laney High School, this letter will no doubt be one of the most painful letters that I have written.Brian S. Green, Augusta
Youth need genuine role models
Blame system, not the doctor
Regarding Editorial Page Editor Michael Ryan's column "Medical attitudes are enough to make you sick" (April 30), Mr. Ryan needs to understand that the days of getting treated by your physician over the phone are gone. And this is not by the design of the physicians, but by today's health care system. James C. Sherman, M.D., Augusta
Media's low credibility hurts GOP
Repairing -- not replacing -- a rotten post
Having both arms on table is viewed as goof
Campaign stresses education on cardiovascular disease
Consoles going online at annual video game expo
Evans resident accents home with heirlooms
Carving a mountain in the likeness of Crazy Horse
Options abound to go roving with Rover
Personality plays a role in parenting style
Generations borrow from each other's closets
Home briefs
One way to deal with a termite infestation that doesn't require termiticide is heat, says sheila darr, the executive director of the bio-integral resource center, a nonprofit organization formed in 1978 to provide practical information on least-toxic methods for managing pests.
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.
Generations borrow from each other's closets
NEW YORK - Fashion-conscious families are doing some cross-generational dressing.
Living briefs
You knew it had to happen eventually. For one horrified moment - you've become your mother. We want to hear the story, whether it's happy or sad or even slightly embarrassing.
Evans resident accents home with heirlooms
In the tightly packed Connemara subdivision in Evans, Susan Greene distinguishes her home with family heirlooms and with a style that showcases her love of the outdoors.
Carving a mountain in the likeness of Crazy Horse
"Fire in the hole! Fire in the hole! Fire in the hole!" As the voice rings out, all eyes are fixed on a scarred mountainside where the enormous head and torso of the Lakota chief Crazy Horse can be clearly made out. He sits on horseback, his arm pointing toward the horizon.
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.
Repairing -- not replacing -- a rotten post
Years ago, it was common practice to imbed porch and patio posts in concrete. It was simple: dig a hole, set the post and pour concrete around it.
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?"
Campaign stresses education on cardiovascular disease
They didn't see it coming. Hephzibah resident Alberta Walker, 49, was getting dressed for work.
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.
Having both arms on table is viewed as goof
EDITOR'S NOTE: This column by Carson Elliott originally ran in The Augusta Chronicle on April 20, 2003:
Options abound to go roving with Rover
CHARLESTON, S.C. - Many travelers will tell you it can be doggone hard to make arrangements when you have a pet in tow - worrying about everything from finding dog-friendly hotels to activities for canines while on the go.
Aiken awaits funds
AIKEN - For 10 weeks last year, state and local health care workers carefully checked out 259 people.
Teachers might enter grades online
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.
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.
Grant funds abstinence projects
Where scare tactics have failed, some are hoping a new grant will have success by promoting alternatives to sex.
Plant Vogtle still a waiting the go-ahead
If they are built. That's the phrase Southern Co. officials use when referring to the highly anticipated plan to bring new nuclear reactors to Plant Vogtle, 30 miles south of Augusta.
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.
Uses for closed nuclear plant are being explored
Across the area
A driver who ran over a woman last summer pleaded guilty Friday.
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.
Police find catching 83-year-old is difficult
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.
Grant funds abstinence projects
Harlem sees hope in homes
Until recently, Harlem Mayor Scott Dean said his city was on a death row of sorts, awaiting a state Environmental Protection Division order to be lifted.
Nuclear power making an energetic resurgence
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.
Nuclear power making an energetic resurgence
ATLANTA - Five years ago, environmentalists saw one of their old nemeses pop back up unexpectedly.
Angling for anglers
Colin Johnston might never wash his T-shirt again. "I'm getting as many autographs as I can," the Beech Island 10-year-old said after squirming through a competitive crowd gathered around pro angler Mike Iaconelli of New Jersey.
Kid of the Day
Joseph ''Lee'' Portwood IV , of Dearing, is today's kid of the day.
Strains of Puccini in the twilight
Donald Portnoy conducts the Augusta Symphony as soprano Tonya Currier sings Puccini's O Mio Babbino Caro during Pops! Under the Stars at University Hospital's Evans campus.
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.
Across the area
The second suspect in two Columbia County armed robberies last month has surrendered to South Carolina authorities.
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.
Across South Carolina
ORANGEBURG - A South Carolina State campus police officer has been put on paid administrative leave after a man was shot at the school.
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.
Rants and raves
Comments from readers:
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.
Diabetic cyclists race to inspire
It isn't the high price of gas that persuaded Troy Willard and Phil Southerland to ride their bikes across the country in June. They want to show that a team of type 1 diabetics can pull off the grueling Race Across America, a 3,000-mile ride they plan to complete in less than a week. And they're not just aiming to finish the race, they want to leave their mark on it.
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.
Across South Carolina
Lee County skull's origin is a mystery
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.
Strains of Puccini in the twilight
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.
UGA forms committee on changing fall break
Rants and raves
Comments from readers:
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.
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.
Diabetic cyclists race to inspire
News you can use
Here are tips for parents helping their children prepare for important tests coming up this month:
New MCG dean hopes to find new treatments sooner
Fingers point, narratives collide as trial progresses
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.
Medical authority now can broaden its focus
Fingers point, narratives collide as trial progresses
ATLANTA - There are a few things both sides agree on in the Linda Schrenko corruption trial.
Plant Vogtle still a waiting the go-ahead
Kid of the Day
Today's Kid of the Day is KeShawn Waters of Augusta.
Plan to offset property tax might falter
Across the southeast
BAL HARBOUR, FLA. - A support frame collapsed at a high-rise construction project Saturday, killing three workers who were trapped in quick-drying concrete, authorities said.
Across Georgia
CARROLLTON - A University of West Georgia student killed an armed man who broke into his apartment near the school's campus, police said.
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.
Where we live
Though the art of china painting traces back to ancient China, it still seems new and fun to longtime china painter Linda S. Tiller.
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.
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.
Fishing filled huge void for Derby jockey
Shortly after 6 p.m. Saturday, the "fastest two minutes in sports" rushed to its rapid conclusion at Churchhill Downs.
J.J. Abrams finds the big screen with 'M:I3'
J.J. Abrams finds the big screen with 'M:I3'
NEW YORK - "Alias" began with Jennifer Garner's head in a toilet; "Lost" opened on a crash-strewn beach; and "Mission: Impossible III" starts with Philip Seymour Hoffman demanding from a captive Tom Cruise the location of "the rabbit's foot."
At the Movies: capsule reviews of new films
Capsule reviews of films opening this week:
At the Movies: capsule reviews of new films
Patrick seeking a checkered future
Patrick seeking a checkered future
INDIANAPOLIS - If the Indianapolis 500 were seven laps shorter, Danica Patrick would be returning to the Brickyard this week as defending champion.
Junior smokes field in first victory of year
RICHMOND, Va. - The turnaround is complete, and Dale Earnhardt Jr. is back in Victory Lane.
Junior smokes field in first victory of year
Gordon stays focused as he fights off criticism
RICHMOND, Va. - Jeff Gordon has been called a lot of things, but there's one he doesn't understand - slacker.
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.
Harvick OKs extension with Childress Racing
Gordon stays focused as he fights off criticism
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.
Suns are no longer doubting Thomas
Suns are no longer doubting Thomas
LOS ANGELES - Tim Thomas spent most of the regular season in a strange state of limbo.
Suns rout Lakers in Game 7
PHOENIX - So much for the nail-biting suspense of a Game 7. The fast, feisty Phoenix Suns won in a 121-90 laugher over the listless Los Angeles Lakers on Saturday night.
Ex-Gamecock steps in at QB for Spartans
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. 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.
Ann M. Christie (EDGEFIELD, S.C.)
EDGEFIELD, S.C. - Mrs. Ann Martin Nixon Christie, 71, of Plum Branch Rd., died Friday, May 5, 2006 at Medical College of Georgia. Funeral services will be held Monday, May 8, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at Berea Baptist Church with burial in the church cemetery. Mrs. Christie was a native of Barnwell County and was a member of Berea Baptist Church. She was the owner and Administrator of Forrest View Manor Retirement Center. Survivors include three daughters, Daran Ann (Danny) Felts, Pleasantview, Tenn., Vonne (Maxie) Bullock, McCormick, S.C. and Kim (Walter) Sansbury, Greenwood, S.C.; one son, Mark (Connie) Nixon, Aiken; three step-daughters, Wanda (Carroll) Wates, Debbie (Randy) Wates, both of Edgefield, Tracie (Robert) Godfrey, Hodges, S.C.; one step-son, Greg (Beth) Christie, Edgefield; one sister, Daisy Jones, Elko, S.C.; three brothers, Laverne Martin, Blackville, D.H. Martin, Jr., Springfield, Jimmy Martin, Cordovia; 21 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. The family is at the home and will receive friends from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday at Edgefield Mercantile Funeral Home. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Tracy Steelman (CLEARWATER, S.C.)
CLEARWATER, S.C. - Memorial services for Mrs. Tracy Steelman, wife of Mr. David Wray Steelman Sr., of 422 Morgan Avenue, will be held on Sunday at 2 p.m. in the Pine Forest Baptist Church. Surviving are her parents, Lester C. and Patricia Munford Palmer Jr.; three children, David Steelman Jr., Danielle Farmer, and Felicia Steelman; one brother, Daniel Farmer, and two grandchildren. The family will greet friends immediately following the memorial service at the church. Hatcher Funeral Home, U. S. Hwy. #1, Langley, SC. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
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.
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. . Hatcher Funeral Home, U.S. Hwy. No.1, Langley, SC
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.
Steven D. Moore (MARTINEZ, Ga.)
MARTINEZ, Ga. - into rest on May 5, 2006, Mr. Steven Daniel Moore of Martinez, GA, beloved son of Dr.& Mrs. Steven L. and Brenda Moore. Steven was born in Augusta and graduated from Lakeside High School in 1998. He attended Augusta State University and Toccoa Falls College. He had also lived in Denver, Memphis and Germany. He was a member of Druid Park Bible Church. Additional survivors include his brothers, James Moore (Sheryl) and Paul Moore, all of Martinez; his paternal grandmother, Margaret S. Moore of Altamonte Springs, FL; maternal grandmother, Martha Mabry of Decatur, GA and a niece, Sarah Anne Moore. A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, May 9, 2006, 7:00 P.M. in the Chapel of Thomas Poteet & Son with Pastor Bob Corbin officiating. The family will receive friends from 6:00 until the time of service. Memorial contributions may be made to Child Evangelism Fellowship, P.O. Box 5358 Augusta, GA 30916 or to Christian Learning Centers of Augusta, P.O. Box 14786, Augusta, GA 30919-0786. Thomas Poteet & Son Funeral Directors, 214 Davis Rd. Augusta, GA 30907 (706)364-8484. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
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 at 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. 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 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Starling Funeral Home, Hwy 78, Harlem, Ga. - Email condolence to the family at starling@familink.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
Pat Gable (MCCORMICK, S.C.)
MCCORMICK, S.C. - Pat Gable, 58, died May 4, 2006. Graveside services will be held 11:00 a.m., Monday, May 8, 2006 at Troy Cemetery. He is survived by two sons, Ronnie and Jamie Gable of Beaufort, S.C. Visitation will be held 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday at Strom Funeral Home. Strom Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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.
Shay Michael Jackson (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
HEPHZIBAH, Ga. - Mr. Shay Michael Jackson, 45, husband of Mrs. Lynn Jackson of Manderson Circle entered into rest Thursday, May 4, 2006 at the Veterans Administration Medical Center Downtown. Memorial services will be held Tuesday, May 9, 2006 at 8:00 P.M. from the chapel of Hatcher, Chance & Hydrick Funeral Directors with Reverend Marion Jay officiating. Mr. Jackson had served with the United States Army having been stationed in Germany. He was a welder with the Amec Co. . He was an avid fisherman and collected arrow heads. Additional survivors include, one son, Travis Jackson; one daughter, Natalia Mullins Squires; one granddaughter, Victoria Courtney Squires all of Hephzibah. The family will receive friends after the service. Hatcher, Chance & Hydrick Funeral Directors 2502 Richmond Hill Road Augusta, Georgia 30906. 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
Paul Fowler (MULLINS, S.C.)
MULLINS, S.C. - Services for Major Paul Fowler, 89, of Columbia and formerly of Mullins, will be held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, May 9 at Mullins First Baptist Church, 316 N. Main St. with the Rev. Dr. Lewis E. McCormick and the Rev. Jim Kirkland officiating. Burial will follow in Cedardale Cemetery, directed by Cox Collins Funeral Home. Surviving are his devoted wife of 65 years, Doris Rowland Fowler of Columbia; a son, Stephen R. Fowler and his wife, Marian of Lexington; a daughter, Jacqueline F. Sullivan Hillesland and her husband, Dennis of Augusta; four grandchildren, Stephen Fowler and his wife, Ashley of Irmo, Laura E. Fowler of Columbia, Timothy Sullivan, III and his wife, Melissa of Spartanburg and John Paul Sullivan and his wife, Allison of Greenville; four great-grandchildren and two brothers, John William Fowler of Mullins and Fred R. Fowler and his wife, Ann of Mullins. Mr. Fowler was predeceased by his parents, John W. Fowler, Mittie Pender Fowler; three sisters, Louise F. Parrott, Grace Fowler and Joyce Fowler and two brothers, Dan Franklin Fowler and Joseph Clarence "J.C." Fowler. Mr. Flower attended the University of South Carolina. A World War II Veteran, he served with the 165th Combat Engineer Battalion. He was a retired farmer and businessman. The family will receive friends Monday evening from 6 til 8 p.m. at Cox-Collins Funeral Home, 715 S. Main St., Mullins. Memorials may be made to Carolinas Community Hospice of the Midlands, 8906 Sunset Blvd., West Columbia, S.C. 29169 or to Mullins First Baptist Church, P.O. Box 443, Mullins, S.C. 29574 or to the charity of one's choice. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
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.
William H. Hoffman (THOMSON, Ga.)
THOMSON, Ga. - Mr. William H. "Bill" Hoffman, 78, beloved husband of Mrs. Priscilla N. Hoffman, died Friday, May 5, 2006 in the Medical College of Georgia Medical Center. Graveside services will be at 11:00 a.m. Monday, May 8, in the Savannah Valley Memorial Gardens with Dr. Ron Drawdy and Rev. Lester "Buddy" Jenkins officiating. Mr. Hoffman was a native of Erie, Pa., but had lived in Thomson for many years. He was an Army Veteran of the Korean War and a Catholic. He was a retired businessman. Bill was a loving and caring husband and family member. Survivors include his wife, Priscilla Norris Hoffman, Thomson and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Craig Norris, Bradley Jenkins, Lynn Reeves, Mark Clark, Bryan Parrott and Ricky Clark. Friends may call at the Curtis Funeral Home. The family will receive friends from 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday night at the funeral home. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
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
Ewen E. Burch (JACKSON, S.C.)
JACKSON, S.C. - Funeral services for Mr. Ewen E. Burch, 81, of Second Street, Jackson, SC who died Saturday, May 5, 2006 will be conducted Tuesday morning at 11 o'clock from the First Baptist Church of Jackson. Rev. Donald F. Lumpkin officiating. Interment in Southlawn Cemetery with Military Honors. Mr. Burch was a native of Coffee County, Georgia having made Jackson his home for the past 55 years. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Jackson where he served as a Deacon, Sunday School Teacher, a member of various church committees and the Baracca II Sunday School Class. Mr. Burch was a U.S. Army Veteran of WW II and a member of the Douglas Georgia Masonic Lodge #386 and the R.A.M. Chapter 52. He retired from E.I. DuPont Company at the Savannah River Plant with 34 years of service. Survivors include his wife, Nina Fortune Burch; a son and daughter-in-law, Michael E. and Teresa Burch, Augusta, GA; a daughter and son-in-law, Marilyn and John Posey, Clever, MO; a brother, Virgil Burch, Fairview, NC; two sisters, Retha Brown, Lake City, SC and Rheba Mathis, St. Simons Island, GA; three grandchildren, Jamie Cypret, John Posey, Jr., and Denise Burch; several nieces and nephews. Honorary Pallbearers will be members of the Baracca II Sunday School Class. Active Pallbearers will be Deacons of the First Baptist Church of Jackson. Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church of Jackson "The Church Front" Building Fund, P.O. Box 130, Jackson, SC 29831. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Monday evening from 5 to 7. Stephen D. Posey Funeral Home of North Augusta in charge of arrangements (803-278-1181). Visit the registry online at www.poseyfuneralhome.com 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
Norma Steed (LINCOLNTON, Ga.)
LINCOLNTON, Ga. - Mrs. Norma Wolfe Steed, 83, of 106 Florence St. entered into rest on Saturday, May 6, 2006 at Wills Memorial Hospital. Funeral services will be held Monday, May 8, 2006 at 11 am at Lincolnton Baptist Church with The Revs. Paul Reviere and Dan Rosser officiating. Internment will be in the Lincolnton City Cemetery. Mrs. Steed was a native of Wilkes County and the daughter of the late George Henry Wolfe and Mamie Bell Wolfe. She was a homemaker, a member of the Lincolnton Baptist Church, the T.E.L. Sunday School Class and the W.M.U. Survivors include her husband of 64 years, Thomas Beck Steed; one daughter, Norma Joyce Wilke of Corpus Christi, Tx.; one son, Marcus Allen Steed and wife Susan of Atlanta, Ga.; five grandchildren, Donald Allen Wilke, David Lang Wilke, Thomas Allen Steed, Michael Lee Steed and Natalie Martinez; two great-grandchildren, Dalton Beck Steed and Bryan Allen Wilke; two nephews, Wallace Clary and William Clary. Pallbearers will be Jim Aycock, Allen Steed, Michael Steed, Robert Steed, David Wilke and Ed Turner. If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to Lincolnton Baptist Church PO Box 357 Lincolnton, Ga. 30817. Friends may call at the residence or from 6 to 8 pm on Sunday at Rees Funeral Home 195 Peachtree St. Lincolnton, Ga. (706) 359-3222. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
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.
Thomas Still (JOHNSTON, S.C.)
JOHNSTON, S.C. - Mr. Thomas Still, 82, of Walker St., Johnston, died May 4, 2006 at the Saluda Nursing Center. Funeral services will be held 1:00 p.m. Monday, May 8, 2006 at Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, Johnston. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Mr. Still served in the United States Navy. Survivors include his wife, Elbrida D. Still of Johnston; three children, Willie Albert Still of Johnston, Mazell Still Martin of Fort Wayne, Ind. and Arlene Thomas of Boston, Mass.; six grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Sunday: Family will receive family and friends from 5 to 6 at the funeral home on Monday. Viewing at the funeral home 9 to 11 a.m. and at the church from 12 to 1 p.m. 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. 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.
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
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
George Johnson (SWAINSBORO, Ga.)
SWAINSBORO, Ga. - George Martin Johnson Jr., age 59 of Swainsboro died on Friday, May 5, 2006. Funeral Mass will be Monday, May. 8, 2006 at 9AM at the Chapel of Peebles-Curry-Durden Mortuary. Interment will be in the Eastbrook Cemetery in Swainsboro, Ga. The family will receive friend at Peebles-Curry-Durden Mortuary Sunday evening from 6- 8 pm. Peebles-Curry-Durden Mortuary in Charge of arrangements.
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
Helen Landers (GREENSBORO, Ga.)
GREENSBORO, Ga. - Helen Wilkes Landers, 81, died Saturday, May 6, 2006. Funeral services will be held Monday, May 8, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at McCommons Chapel. Interment will follow at Greensboro City Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 5 to 8 p.m. Sunday night at the funeral home. McCommons Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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
Wayne McKenzie (SWAINSBORO, Ga.)
SWAINSBORO, Ga. - Tony Wayne McKenzie, age 15, died Thursday evening. Funeral services will be Monday afternoon at 2:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Tomlinson Funeral Home. Burial will follow in the New Hope Cemetery. The family will receive friends Sunday evening between the hours of 6 to 8 p.m. at Tomlinson Funeral Home. Tomlinson Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
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
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.
Betty Wilcher (SANDERSVILLE, Ga.)
SANDERSVILLE, Ga. - Ms. Betty Wilcher, McElrath Street, Sandersville, died on Thursday, May 4, 2006 at the Medical Center of Central Georgia, Macon, Ga. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, May 10, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. from the Second Mineral Spring Baptist Church with Rev. Robert Smith officiating. Interment will be in the church cemetery. M.C. Smith Funeral Home in charge.
Phillip Gerard Holley (DESTIN, FL.)
DESTIN, FL. - 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
Jennifer Ann Cadek (AIKEN, S.C.)
AIKEN, S.C. - A memorial mass for Miss Jennifer Ann Cadek will be celebrated at St. Gerard's Catholic Church, 640 Edrie Street, NE, Aiken on Saturday, May 13, 2006 at 2pm. Burial will be private. George Funeral Home and Cremation Center 211 Park Ave. SW Aiken is assisting the family. Miss Cadek, 42, of Decatur, GA, died suddenly on Thursday, May 4, 2006. She was the beloved daughter of Fred and Nancy Cadek, Aiken; sister of Jill (Robert) Hershey, Murrysville, PA, Caroline (Thomas) Clark, Evans, GA and Peter Cadek, Aiken. Memorial donations may be made to the mental health agency of your choice. Visit www.georgefuneralhomes.com to sign the online condolence register. 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 this evening 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.
Lawrence A. Washington (WAYNESBORO, Ga.)
WAYNESBORO, Ga. - Mr. Lawrence A. Washington entered into rest on Thursday, May 4, 2006. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Monday, May 8, 2006 at Murphy Ebenezer Baptist Church with Pastor Queen Holmes officiating. Interment will be in the church cemetery. He leaves a loving family to cherish his memories. Phinazee & Son, 706-554-5500.
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.
Fred Chappell (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. Fred Chappell of Wrightsboro Road entered into rest Saturday, May 6, 2006 at the University Hospital. Funeral arrangements will be announced later. Survivors are his wife, Katherine Chappell, Augusta; three sons, Fred (Jacqueline) Chappell, Jr., Charles (Barbara) Chappell and Marcus Chappell; two daughters, Sheryl Chappell, Francine Chappell; four sisters, Eufaula Andrews, Mary Fluellen, Vera Chappell and Dorothy Harris; one brother, Johnny Chappell; 12 grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives. Williams Funeral Home, 1765 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.
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
Lucille Williams (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest Friday, May 5, 2006 at University Hospital, Mrs. Ella Lucille (Lou) Williams of Matthews, Ga., wife of the late James (Cut) Williams. Mrs. Williams was born and raised in Augusta but spent the last 20 years in Matthews. She retired from Forts Cleaners in Augusta and was the owner of Lou's Country Kitchen in Matthews. Ga. Mrs. Williams was a member of New Beginnings Church in Wrens, GA. Survivors include her son, Jackie Self; daughters, Linda Holbrooks, Marie Taylor and Brenda Blitchington, 11 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, and one great-great-granddaughter. Funeral services be held Monday, May 8, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. in the chapel of Thomas Poteet and Son with Rev. John Adams officiating. Pallbearers will be Johan Jagnandan, Danny Williams, Jerry Sloan, William Price, Charles Cook and Charlie Cook, Russell Smith. Honorary pallbearers will be her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Intermentwill follow at Westover Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, 1105 D Fury's Lane, Martinez, GA 30907. The family will receive friends Sunday evening from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. at Thomas Poteet & Son - Funeral Directors, 214 Davis Rd. Augusta, GA. 30907 (706)364-8484.
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.
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.
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.
Mitchell Murphy (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. Mitchell David Murphy, 40, of Hickman Road entered into rest at the residence. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced. 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
Callie Mae Bragg (BATH, S.C.)
BATH, S.C. - Funeral services for Mrs. Callie Mae Tennison Bragg, wife of the late Percy Bragg, will be Sunday at 5 o'clock in the Hatcher Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will be 2 o'clock Monday in Bulloch Memorial Gardens, Statesboro, GA. Friends may call on Sunday evening from 6 until 8 at Hatcher Funeral Home, U.S. Hwy. No. 1, Langley, SC.
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.
John E. Liles (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - John Earl Liles, Sr., entered into rest Friday, May 5, 2006 at Doctor's Hospital. He was the devoted and beloved husband of Connie Cooke Liles. Funeral services will be held Monday May 8, 2006 at 2:00 P.M. at Westside Christian Church with Minister Jim Joiner officiating. Mr. Liles will lie in state one hour prior to the service. Burial will be private. A native of Augusta, John was the son of the late Willie Earl (W.E.) Liles and the late Ruth McCall Liles. He was an employee of the Pollock Company for 28 years where he was Vice - President of Service. John had a passion for music and as a member of Westside Christian Church, he sang on the Church Praise Team. During his spare time he loved to ride his motorcycle. A loving husband, father and grandfather, John, "Papa" will be deeply missed. Additional survivors include two sons, Joshua Munns and John E. Liles, Jr. both of Evans, Georgia; two daughters, Jaclyn Liles of Augusta, Georgia and Jennifer L. Gattis and her husband, Jeremy of Elgin, South Carolina; two sisters, Diane Gray and her husband, Donny of Augusta, Georgia and Beverly Kearney and her husband, James of Grovetown, Georgia; two grandchildren Autumn Sarah Gattis and Emily Marie Gattis, both of Elgin, South Carolina and a very special brother, Michael Sommers and his wife, Ines of Martinez, Georgia. Pallbearers will be Rick Eden, Scott Vivas, Kent Burrows, Buck Parris, Mark Pollock and Greg Doss. Honorary Pallbearers will be employees of the Pollock Company. Visitation will be held on Sunday, May 7, 2006 from 6:00 until 8:00 P.M. at Platt's Funeral Home on Belair Road. Memorials may be made to the Westside Christian Church Building Fund, 4352 Columbia Road, Martinez, Georgia 30907. Platt's Funeral Home, 337 N. Belair Road, Evans, Georgia 30809, 706-860-6166 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 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.
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. Mrs. Colbert was a native of Columbia Co, Ga. and was a member of the Greater St. John Baptist Church, where she served on the Deaconess Board, Church Treasurer, Missionary Circle and was the Mother of the Church. 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, Rodriquez D. Harmon, Augusta; two sisters-in-law, niece, nephews, cousins and friends. Williams Funeral Home, 1765 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.
James Fields (AIKEN, S.C.)
AIKEN, S.C. - Funeral services for Mr. James 'Jim' Hiram Fields, III, 61, who died Wednesday will be held Monday, May 8, 2006 at 3pm at George Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 211 Park Avenue, SW, Aiken. Interment will follow at Southlawn Cemetery. Visitation will be held tonight 6 - 8 pm at the funeral home. Visit www.GeorgeFuneralHomes.com to view the obituary and sign the online condolence register.
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 services will be held Monday, May 8, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at B.A. Williams Memorial Chapel with Rev. Angelo Hatcher officiating. Burial will be at Oak Grove Cemetery, Erwin, S.C. Mrs. McNeill was a native of Lillington, S.C. where she lived most of her life. 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. The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. on Sunday at the funeral home. Williams Funeral Home, 2945 Old Tobacco Road, Hephzibah, Ga.
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
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
Carol Jane Scibelli (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mrs. Carol Jane Scibelli , 44 wife of Mr. Robert C. Scibelli entered into rest on Saturday May 6, 2006 at the Medical College of Georgia. Graveside services will be held 2:00 PM. Tuesday May 9, 2006 at Westover Memorial Park with Father Michael Lubinsky officiating. Carol was born in Baltimore , MD, and a avid animal lover. A 1979 graduate of Richmond Academy. Survivors include husband, Robert C. Scibelli; daughter and son-in-law, Tiffany (Michael) Moore; daughter, Mary McLean; son and daughter-in-law, Michael (Amanda) Stein; mother and stepfather, Alison Verdery Price and Charles Norman Price; father and stepmother, Richard Glenn Rutherford , Sr. and Connie Rutherford; three sisters, Alison Walker, Susan Khaksarfard and Nancy Zorn; two brothers, Richard Glenn Rutherford , Jr. and Charles D. Rutherford; grandson, Michael (Little Mike) Stein; she is also survived by many other dear and loving family members and friends. The family willreceive friends from 7 until 9 PM on Monday evening at Elliott Sons Funeral Home 1134 Telfair Street, Augusta. For those wishing to make memorials the family suggest : Augusta Humane Society , P.O. Box 12035 Augusta , GA. 30914-2035 Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Georgia Ann Buggs (AIKEN, S.C.)
John R. Sherlock (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Lawrence A. Washington (WAYNESBORO, Ga.)
Richard A. Stephens (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
Georgia Ann Buggs (AIKEN, S.C.)
William H. Hoffman (THOMSON, Ga.)
Wayne McKenzie (SWAINSBORO, Ga.)
Jennifer Ann Cadek (AIKEN, S.C.)
John R. Sherlock (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Carol Jane Scibelli (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Bonnie Kray Maxwell (DEARING, Ga.)
Betty Wilcher (SANDERSVILLE, Ga.)
Shay Michael Jackson (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
Bobby R. Webber (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mitchell Murphy (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Ann M. Christie (EDGEFIELD, S.C.)
J. Cleveland Holmes (JOHNSTON, S.C.)
Rodney McGhee (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
Lucille Williams (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Helen Landers (GREENSBORO, Ga.)
William Tucker (EAST DUBLIN, Ga.)
Tracy Steelman (CLEARWATER, S.C.)
Rodney McGhee (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
Chester L. Godwin (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Anthony Basilicato (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Steven D. Moore (MARTINEZ, Ga.)
Josephine McNeill (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
Neil A. Johnson (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Franklin Aubert (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Joseph Tyson (SANDERSVILLE, Ga.)
Nathaniel Clyburn (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Lucille Williams (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
George Johnson (SWAINSBORO, Ga.)
Annie Rose Roberts (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Phillip Gerard Holley (DESTIN, FL.)
$1,000 mint julep still finds buyers
Broken nose feels good after win
German officer fears own hooligans
Wildcats no match for reigning champs
47-1 long shot Lemons Forever pulls huge upset
Contenders no match for unbeaten Barbaro
Avery's career has anticlimactic finish
Barbaro delivers Matz first Derby
Barbaro delivers Matz first Derby
LOUISVILLE, Ky. - A hero and his unbeaten horse won the Kentucky Derby.
Taking it to the street
Tony Mitchell, of Josey High School, throws up a floater during the Killer Crossover Streetball Tour on Saturday.
Overtime
In Knoxville, Tenn., J.P. Arencibia's two RBI led a rally in the eighth which proved to be the difference in Tennessee's 5-3 win over Vanderbilt.
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.
$1,000 mint julep still finds buyers
LOUISVILLE, Ky. - For about $50 a sip, Dobie Blalock found her mint julep to be exquisite.
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.
Area sports announcements
Note: Announcements for participatory events must be written, delivered, mailed or faxed to The Augusta Chronicle, P.O. Box 1928, Augusta, GA 30903-1928, with a return address and phone number. No phone calls are accepted. Fax number: (706) 823-3408. The announcements will be published weekly.
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.
Sports rants
MARIO WILLIAMS WILL do Houston good.
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.
Contenders no match for unbeaten Barbaro
LOUISVILLE, Ky. - Alex Solis walked up to Dan Hendricks and kneeled before the trainer's wheelchair in the tunnel leading to the Churchill Downs track.
Overtime
Defending champion Phillip McCormick led the way in Friday's City of Augusta Match Play Championship.
Running rebels
COLUMBIA - The Strom Thurmond boys finished second in Class AAA thanks to strong performances in the field events.
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.
Wildcats no match for reigning champs
MACON, Ga. - Sometimes you're just overmatched.
Avery's career has anticlimactic finish
Marcella Avery isn't disappointed with the way her career ended at the state track championships in Albany Friday night.
Outdoors calendar
NOTE: All the listed events are open to the public, although membership in some organizations might be required.
First Friday
The schedule of Solunar Periods, as printed below, has been taken from Mrs. Richard Alden Knight's SOLUNAR TABLES. Plan your days fishing in good territory or hunting in good cover during these times if you wish to find the offer.
Hite stays on top of field
Davy Hite of South Carolina boated a hefty, five-fish limit Saturday to preserve first place going into the final round of the Pride of Augusta Citgo Bassmasters Elite Series tournament.
Patience pays off for hunters who bagged top bucks
HIAWASSEE, Ga. - Georgia hunters kill about 415,000 whitetails each year, but only a handful make the record books.
Ex-Gamecock steps in at QB for Spartans
Mike Rathe will slip back into a black jersey today, though the trim will be gold instead of garnet, and it won't say "Gamecocks" across the chest.
Churches offer holistic approach
Jim Clyburn's heart would sink when he thought about how his credit card bills were piling up.
Temple will hear Reform speaker
A decade ago, the Conservative stream of Judaism was the fastest growing in the United States.
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.
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!"
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.
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.
Faith Calendar
The Faith Calendar lists church and temple activities. Space is limited. Deadline is noon Monday.
Patience pays off for hunters who bagged top bucks
Fishing filled huge void for Derby jockey
Hootie was progressive during Masters reign
Marion and Paul spend happy days together
Young spellers to fight it out on network TV
WASHINGTON - Move over "American Idol." For the first time in its 79-year history, the National Spelling Bee - the original "reality TV" - will go prime time for next month's drama-filled finals. Thanks to recent movies, books and even a Broadway play, young spellers are suddenly hot.
Pity the fool who doesn't listen to Mr. T's advice
TV Lookout: highlights (and lowlights) for the week
Young spellers to fight it out on network TV
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
NEW YORK - If Dr. Phil can dispense advice, why not Mr. T?
TV Lookout: highlights (and lowlights) for the week
A vivacious Indianapolis woman marries a man she barely knows. Then, soon after relocating with him to New Jersey, she mysteriously vanishes.
Celine Dion adapting to life as a working mother
Brown, homers lift Georgia to victory
Brown, homers lift Georgia to victory
ATHENS, Ga. - Matthew Dunn and Joey Side homered and Brooks Brown allowed only two runs on six hits before leaving with one out in the eighth inning to lead Georgia to a 7-5 victory over South Carolina on Saturday.
Relay for Life has joy, sadness
Working with children keeps teacher vibrant
Drawing cuts contestants for scholarship bond to 16
Teens bring years of teamwork to the ice rink
Bluegrass performers are eager for Aiken's festival
Aiken County Detention Center bookings
Workshops will address complaints
Volunteer is sweet as candy to pupils
Parents discuss qualities they want in a principal
Christians are forever enmeshed in politics
Local author composes book of prayers
Temple will hear Reform speaker
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