Applause cover
Applause cover for May 18, 2006.
Visual artists capture soul of James Brown
With so many facets - entertainer, activist, entrepreneur - it's little wonder that James Brown proved inspirational for the artists of Visual Soul.
Visual artists capture soul of James Brown
Dramatic elements set mood for 'La Traviata'
Rife with courtesans, class conflict and a case of consumption, Giuseppe Verdi's La Traviata is a hum-along opera that never skimps on the drama.
Dramatic elements set mood for 'La Traviata'
Rested Bonds resumes chase of Ruth in Oakland
Rally too late for Bulldogs
HARLEM - Harlem's baseball team showed again Wednesday why it shouldn't be written off early.
Pirates add to woes of struggling Reds
PITTSBURGH - Oliver Perez, on the verge of being sent to the minors with another bad start, limited Cincinnati to two runs over six innings and drove in two runs to lead the Pittsburgh Pirates past the Reds 7-2 on Wednesday night.
Pirates add to woes of struggling Reds
Evans hits its stride
A 2-0 series sweep over Woodward Academy in the Class AAAA state tournament's second round series on Wednesday put Evans in the state quarterfinals for the second consecutive year.
Tigers extend win streak
DETROIT - Rookie Justin Verlander outdueled Johan Santana and Vance Wilson homered to give the Detroit Tigers a 2-0 win over the Minnesota Twins on Wednesday night.
Cubs going light on Wood
CHICAGO - Kerry Wood is about to return to the Chicago Cubs' rotation, and pitching coach Larry Rothschild is preaching patience.
Rested Bonds resumes chase of Ruth in Oakland
SAN FRANCISCO - Barry Bonds might end up tying the Babe in the Bay Area after all - only it could come across the water in the unfriendly confines of Oakland.
Bonds is the hot topic even when slugger doesn't play
Tigers now in first
DETROIT - The Detroit Tigers haven't had a winning streak like this in more than a dozen years.
Bonds is the hot topic even when slugger doesn't play
HOUSTON - Barry Bonds remained the buzz of the ballpark a day after being plunked by Astros reliever Russ Springer - and the San Francisco slugger wasn't even in the starting lineup.
Wolfpack pummel Wildcats
Tim Thornhill calls himself the "forgotten" Thornhill brother.
Sale of Nats is set for approval
NEW YORK - The $450 million sale of the Washington Nationals was set to be approved by baseball owners today after it won unanimous endorsements from the sport's ownership committee and executive council.
Sale of Nats is set for approval
Belle in trouble again
PHOENIX - Albert Belle was arrested on a new stalking charge for allegedly making phone calls to a woman he already was charged with harassing.
Wood's debut a loss
CHICAGO - Kerry Wood walked off the mound after the first inning of his latest comeback, and the fans gave him a standing ovation. Eight pitches and two strikeouts were all it took to retire the Washington Nationals.
Injury frustrates Davies
DENVER - The chairman of Liberty Media Corp. said former Atlanta Braves owner Ted Turner probably won't come back to help if the Colorado-based company buys the baseball team from Time Warner Inc.
Davies' injury will require surgery
ATLANTA - Further evaluation Wednesday on Braves starter Kyle Davies' injured right leg revealed a torn groin, something far worse than the initial diagnosis of a strain.
Braves get a breather
ATLANTA - After a string of tight finishes, the Atlanta Braves needed a little coaching Thursday as to how to catch their breath. But they seemed to get the hang of it.
Davies' injury will require surgery
Injury frustrates Davies
DENVER - The chairman of Liberty Media Corp. said former Atlanta Braves owner Ted Turner probably won't come back to help if the Colorado-based company buys the baseball team from Time Warner Inc.
Natural gas prices may rise again
WASHINGTON - With the price of natural gas at its lowest level in more than a year, the industry that supplies this mostly domestic fuel has a message to consumers: Don't get used to it.
Natural gas prices may rise again
Kentucky UPS hub gets new project
Hostage hospitality
An unsuspecting couple, en route to Alaska, was "kidnapped" Wednesday afternoon at the Georgia Visitor Center on Interstate 20.
More veterinarians take their work on the road
GLENDALE, Wis. - Murphy hisses and growls as Dr. Barb Rossi tries to draw blood from her leg to find out whether the cat's kidney failure has progressed.
Center will get new look
Half of the Wal-Mart/Sam's Club combo at the Village Plaza shopping center will see a major overhaul in the coming months.
Movie theaters to enter digital era
Boards allow shared input
The visitors bureaus of Columbia and Richmond counties are ready to make nice.
Honda will add car production with new plant
Honda will add car production with new plant
Honda Motor Co., eager to ramp up production in the part of the world that produces half of its growing profits, said Wednesday that it will build a $400 million plant in the Midwest as part of a $1.18 billion expansion.
Kentucky UPS hub gets new project
LOUISVILLE, Ky. - UPS Inc. announced plans Wednesday for a second $1 billion expansion at its main air hub in recent years, this time adding 5,000 jobs as the world's largest shipping carrier anticipates strong growth in global commerce.
More veterinarians take their work on the road
Movie theaters to enter digital era
LOS ANGELES - After more than a decade of talking about it, movie theaters and studios are finally rolling out digital projectors that show sharper, brighter images without cracks, pops or hisses.
Editorial Cartoon 051806 - The Augusta Chronicle
Editorial Cartoon 051906 - The Augusta Chronicle
May it not please the court
Opponents said a constitutional amendment wasn't necessary to outlaw gay marriage in Georgia. The law already does that, they said.
Tax cuts will fuel economy
Last week, Congress approved prolonging nearly $70 billion in tax breaks for the next several years, and on Wednesday, President Bush signed the measure. This week's stock market plunge notwithstanding, it should go a long way toward keeping the U.S. economy robust and healthy.
The Taxpayer Has No Clothes
How completely must the threads unravel before it becomes clear the emperor has no clothes?
Tax cuts will fuel economy
Last week, Congress approved prolonging nearly $70 billion in tax breaks for the next several years, and on Wednesday, President Bush signed the measure. This week's stock market plunge notwithstanding, it should go a long way toward keeping the U.S. economy robust and healthy.
May it not please the court
Opponents said a constitutional amendment wasn't necessary to outlaw gay marriage in Georgia. The law already does that, they said.
A victim of lax enforcement
Far from U.S. immigration laws being too lax, some critics would argue that Aiken County resident Griselda Lopez Negrete's story indicates just the opposite - that they are too tough. On the surface, the critics seem to be right - but dig a little deeper and you realize how wrong they are.
Applause calendar
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Hot ticket
The Flaming Lips
Appearing with Big Star, De La Soul, The Gourds, The Moaners and American Princes
Former Beatle Paul McCartney, wife to separate
LONDON - Former Beatle Paul McCartney and his second wife, Heather Mills McCartney, said Wednesday they are separating after nearly four years of marriage, blaming intrusion from the media and insisting their split is amicable.
People in the News
PHILADELPHIA - William Hurt played a dual role at the University of the Arts: proud father and honored guest.
Concerts
BLIND WILLIE MCTELL BLUES FESTIVAL, WITH CHUCK LEAVELL, RANDALL BRAMBLETT BAND, STEVE JAMES AND DELL REY: Noon Saturday; festival site, Stagecoach Road, Thomson, Ga.; $20 in advance, $25 at gate; ages 12 and younger free; (706) 597-1000.
French star Tautou helps crack 'Da Vinci Code'
CANNES, France - Audrey Tautou knew she was getting into the biggest film of her career. She did not know she was getting into one of the biggest - and most debated - of her generation.
Spotted
Bryan Miller (from left), Mandy Schlager, Ashley Klaux and Victor Brown attended A Day in the Country.
People in the News
PHILADELPHIA - William Hurt played a dual role at the University of the Arts: proud father and honored guest.
People in the News
MADRID, Spain - Pedro Almodovar has been awarded one of Spain's highest honors - the Prince of Asturias prize - for his contribution to Spanish film, and the director said he was overwhelmed by the honor.
Club calendar
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30-year mortgage rates near 4-year high
WASHINGTON - Rates on 30-year mortgages climbed this week to their highest point in nearly four years, helping take the exuberance out of the housing market.
Companies still play key role in retirement saving
Companies still play key role in retirement saving
NEW YORK - Whether you view it as a betrayal of workers or as an economic necessity, the traditional pension plan appears destined for extinction as more companies move to reduce their future financial obligations to retirees.
30-year mortgage rates near 4-year high
Couple prefers shellcracker fishing
"Inch for inch and pound for pound, the gamest fish that swims." Nineteenth century fishing authority Dr. James Henshall was referring to the largemouth bass in his 1881 Book of the Black Bass.
Couple prefers shellcracker fishing
"Inch for inch and pound for pound, the gamest fish that swims." Nineteenth century fishing authority Dr. James Henshall was referring to the largemouth bass in his 1881 Book of the Black Bass.
Fishing tournaments
Sponsoring a bass, crappie, catfish or other fishing tournament? Mail or fax your flyer or information to Fishing Editor, The Augusta Chronicle, P.O. Box 1928, Augusta, Ga. 30903-1928. Fax number: (706) 823-3408. Tournament reports must include first and last names of the participants, total numbers of fish and total weight of the catch.
Fishing tournaments
Sponsoring a bass, crappie, catfish or other fishing tournament? Mail or fax your flyer or information to Fishing Editor, The Augusta Chronicle, P.O. Box 1928, Augusta, Ga. 30903-1928. Fax number: (706) 823-3408. Tournament reports must include first and last names of the participants, total numbers of fish and total weight of the catch.
Containers aren't just pots anymore
Begonias are hardy addition to yards
Containers aren't just pots anymore
MAUZY, Va. - When Sylvia Crumpacker is away on one of many buying trips for her antiques- and artifact-filled Shoppes at Mauzy, she's always on the hunt for containers -- any interesting container capable of holding potting soil.
Begonias are hardy addition to yards
A popular flower that is selling like hotcakes at the garden centers is Dragon Wing begonia.
Football results will stand
ATLANTA - The NCAA approved Georgia Tech's appeal to have its football records returned for a six-year period Thursday but denied the school's request to have football scholarship limits restored to a normal level.
Burkhart is cruising along
DANIELS, W.Va. - Dane Burkhart's game plan is really quite boring.
Three on top at Sybase
NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. - Natalie Gulbis and Beth Bauer are sharing more than just a good friendship.
Pacers weather the storm
DANIELS, W.Va. - Dane Burkhart walked off the course Thursday afternoon fuming after lipping out a short par putt at the final hole.
Georgia takes first-day lead
ORLANDO, Fla. - Brendon Todd's 5-under-par 67 sparked top-seeded Georgia to a one stroke lead over Wake Forest after the first round of the NCAA Division I East Regional at Lake Nona Golf & Country Club.
Cink's in control
Cink began his bogey - free round with three consecutive birdies and was already 5 under through eight holes.
Ducks are rested, not rusty for Oilers
ANAHEIM, Calif. - Call the Mighty Ducks well-rested or excited to play again. Just don't imply they might be off their game after a weeklong layoff.
Ducks are rested, not rusty for Oilers
ANAHEIM, Calif. - Call the Mighty Ducks well-rested or excited to play again. Just don't imply they might be off their game after a weeklong layoff.
Flyers keeping surgeons busy
PHILADELPHIA - The Flyers are more likely these days to have their hips checked than get hip checked.
Birthdays are worth mention
The people who are busy rowing the boat seldom have time to rock it.
Get disaster funds to right people
Get disaster funds to right people
I have served on the Graniteville Disaster Relief Committee for the past several months. The purpose of our committee was to come up with suggestions to present to the Aiken County Council on how we suggest they spend the $340,000 received from the state as a result of the Graniteville train disaster.Richard K. Napier, Aiken, S.C.
Pick educators' quality over diversity
Your editorial "Wanted: more black educators" (May 13) is apt but skewed in its logic. Your premise seems to be that, in the staffing of the educational posts, there should be a "balance and diversity" corresponding to the ethnic demographics of the pupil population. Maybe for popularity, but not for achieving the best in education.James M. Wetzel, Aiken, S.C.
Pick educators' quality over diversity
Choice thrown out with the garbage
I am a resident of Richmond County, and I am dissatisfied with the city's handling of our trash service.Gloria Wright, Augusta
Keep Augusta Ballet from closing
The Southeastern Regional Ballet Association has the honor of having the Augusta Ballet Company as one of its member organizations. The Augusta Ballet, under the brilliant direction of Zanne Colton and director emeritus Ron Colton, is a regional treasure in the world of dance.Cheryl Van Metre, Maryville, Tenn.
Keep Augusta Ballet from closing
Choice thrown out with the garbage
Scientists urge support for plug-in hybrids
Making coffee on the front lines gets easier
Cervical cancer vaccine safe, despite concerns
Lexus GS 450h is a muscular hybrid
Chemist works on 'dipstick' test for caffeine in coffee
Strawberries provide sweet treats
Living briefs
AIKEN HIGHLAND GAMES: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday; Aiken Jaycees' Fairgrounds, U.S. Highway 1 North; piping and drumming, Highland dancers, border collie demonstrations, Scottish Athletic Competition; $10 adults, $5 children; 5 and younger free; parking and program free; (803) 649-3101 or www.standrewssocietyofaiken.org.
Living briefs
AIKEN HIGHLAND GAMES: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday; Aiken Jaycees' Fairgrounds, U.S. Highway 1 North; piping and drumming, Highland dancers, border collie demonstrations, Scottish Athletic Competition; $10 adults, $5 children; 5 and younger free; parking and program free; (803) 649-3101 or www.standrewssocietyofaiken.org.
Chemist works on 'dipstick' test for caffeine in coffee
ST. LOUIS - Jack Ladenson is one of thousands of Americans bothered by caffeine. The older he gets, he says, the more he switches to decaf coffee.
Cervical cancer vaccine safe, despite concerns
WASHINGTON - A vaccine that blocks infection by the four virus types that cause most cervical cancers and genital warts appears safe and effective, but may actually increase the chance of disease in some patients, according to Food and Drug Administration documents released Wednesday.
Lexus GS 450h is a muscular hybrid
I had a moment of clarity while recently driving the Lexus GS 450h.
Scientists urge support for plug-in hybrids
WASHINGTON - A group of scientists urged Congress on Wednesday to fund research for plug-in hybrid vehicles, touting the technology as another way to reduce the nation's dependence on oil through the help of a simple electrical socket.
India's Tata Motors to produce $2,000 car
NEW DELHI - India's largest automobile manufacturer, Tata Motors Ltd., said Thursday it plans to set up a plant in the communist-ruled West Bengal state to manufacture a family car that will cost little more than $2,000.
Saturn unveils new Aura
KANSAS CITY, Kan. - Saturn showed off its sleek new mid-size Aura on Wednesday, with company officials saying they hope its European-inspired design will entice customers back to the brand for General Motors, which has been fighting slumping sales in the U.S.
Wheels are turning to bring Chinese vehicles to U.S.
SAN JOSE, Calif. - Cars from China could go on sale in Silicon Valley as soon as the end of next year, says the Chicago-area dealer who bought the rights to sell them.
Wheels are turning to bring Chinese vehicles to U.S.
SAN JOSE, Calif. - Cars from China could go on sale in Silicon Valley as soon as the end of next year, says the Chicago-area dealer who bought the rights to sell them.
India's Tata Motors to produce $2,000 car
NEW DELHI - India's largest automobile manufacturer, Tata Motors Ltd., said Thursday it plans to set up a plant in the communist-ruled West Bengal state to manufacture a family car that will cost little more than $2,000.
Strawberries provide sweet treats
Russell Banker, of McBean, has been eating strawberries all his life. He doesn't need them in fine purees or atop moist cakes.
Making coffee on the front lines gets easier
NATICK, Mass. - Tom Blakey remembers cooking everything from coffee to potatoes in his helmet during World War II. He and other members of the 82nd Airborne Division would plop their "steel pot" helmets onto campfires and heat whatever was inside.
University hopes to ease teacher shortage
Teacher-retention figures are bleak locally and nationally, but Brenau University's Augusta Campus hopes to do its part to add to the teacher pool.
NAACP keeps watch on motorcycle rallies
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. - The racial discrimination lawsuits involving the treatment of black bikers during motorcycle rallies have been resolved, but the NAACP says it will continue monitoring the events, even setting up a hot line to take complaints.
Foul play suspected in disappearance
Richmond County sheriff's investigators said Wednesday they are treating the case of an Augusta woman missing for nearly two months as a homicide investigation.
Amphitheater will get restrooms, concessions
Delay could add up
AIKEN - A potential two-year gap between technologies at Savannah River Site that can process spent nuclear fuel could cost taxpayers an estimated $300 million, according to a federal audit released Wednesday.
Students' scores change little
USC Aiken golf team widens lead
DANIELS, W. Va. -- USC Aiken has increased its lead to five shots midway through the final round of the NCAA Division II golf championship.
Walker says star will show at event
Walker says star will show at event
He doesn't know when or where it will happen, but Charles "Champ" Walker Jr. maintains that the Godfather of Soul will appear at the James Brown Soul of American Music Festival, scheduled for next week.
Trees' potential as fuel explored
Tired of high prices at the pump? Try pine trees.
Delay in SRS plans slows contract bids
Prison change result of trial
The federal Bureau of Prisons confirmed Wednesday that former state Rep. Robin Williams has been moved out of the Estill, S.C., prison to testify in a federal court case.
Rants and raves
TO THE RANTER who suggests that liberals would complain if George Bush nominated Jesus for a government job: This liberal thinks it would be kind of nice to have a real Christian in government.
Rants and raves
Comments from readers:
Trees' potential as fuel explored
Rants and raves
TO THE RANTER who suggests that liberals would complain if George Bush nominated Jesus for a government job: This liberal thinks it would be kind of nice to have a real Christian in government.
County's students trail state in test
Officials urge flu vaccinations
Celebrating too soon
Augusta Technical College industrial maintenance students Brian Kirsch (front) and Cliff Kersey celebrate as they come to the finish line during the college's paper boat race at the annual Field Day event at Diamond Lakes Park. The celebration didn't last too long, though. The team was disqualified because of a premature start.
Giuliani backs Reed's campaign
Officials urge flu vaccinations
With all the hoopla over avian influenza that hasn't even reached this country, the nation's flu experts are hoping to get the word out that the regular old virus is coming, and the country should make some significant changes in how it deals with it.
Trip out West will give educators perspective
9-year-old prodigy has first book published
HIGH POINT, N.C. - A 9-year-old whiz kid who memorizes World Almanacs and whose intellect doesn't register on standard IQ tests is now a published author.
Foul play suspected in disappearance
Kid of the Day
Teterria Ayanna Holliman, of Augusta, is today's kid of the day.
Across Georgia
TIFTON - Lightning is being blamed for one death and accidental electrocution for another in south Georgia.
Man admits guilt in death
AIKEN - Robert F. Atkins shuffled into an Aiken courtroom Wednesday morning, the shackles at his ankles and wrists clanking with every step.
More cats taken from house
Columbia County animal control officers have removed 26 more cats from a moldy home in Appling, bringing the total to 68, authorities said this morning.
Clerk's reception costs city $13,000
Students' scores change little
Columbia County high schools matched or exceeded the state average in every Georgia High School Graduation Test category for the 2005-06 school year.
Storm causes fires, outages
A fast-moving storm resulted in thundershowers, high winds and lightning in the Augusta area Thursday night.
Giuliani backs Reed's campaign
ATLANTA - Former New York Mayor Rudolph Giuliani praised Ralph Reed on Thursday as a candidate who can implement core Republican policies of tax cuts and a crackdown on crime.
Kid of the Day
Ryan Valentine, of Thomson, is today's kid of the day.
Across Georgia
LAWRENCEVILLE - A teenager accused of killing an 11-month-old girl in Georgia has been captured in Mexico.
Power bills may increase
ATLANTA - Even though natural gas and coal prices have begun dropping, it's not enough to stop another jump in electric bills for Georgia Power customers starting this summer.
Drilling for disaster
The victims Thursday knew they'd be hurt, and they knew how they'd be hurt. They had scripts.
Promotion claim in lawsuit contested
Richmond County's school superintendent never had the opportunity to pass over for promotion a teacher who has filed a lawsuit against him, a spokeswoman said in an e-mail Thursday.
Delay in SRS plans slows contract bids
AIKEN - The federal government has yet to finalize how it will manage Savannah River Site after 2006, and the lack of clarity is leaving potential bidders in limbo.
Corrections
- Because incorrect information was provided to The Augusta Chronicle, a news item in Thursday's edition contained an inaccurate criminal charge. Joseph P. Brewer II, of the 700 block of Coastal Drive in Beech Island, was arrested Tuesday and charged with indecent exposure. Mr. Brewer was denied bond and remains in the Aiken County Detention Center.
Regents OK pay raises for college presidents
ATLANTA - Pay for presidents at many of the state's colleges has grown modestly since the State Board of Regents assumed the authority of approving all compensation beginning in 2005, figures released by the board showed.
Across South Carolina
CONWAY - A teenage girl died after being stabbed Thursday morning outside a middle school, authorities said.
County's students trail state in test
Richmond County students made gains in four of five graduation tests but continue to trail state averages.
Across the area
An Augusta teenager remained in the Richmond County jail Thursday after being arrested for charges connected to a portable meth lab.
Library items for sale online
Once used by bookworms, many items from the now-closed Gibbs Library in Evans are being peddled to the highest bidder online.
Man is sentenced in deadly robbery
If he had known what would happen, Andrew L. Lambert Jr. would never have gone with his friends one night last fall, he said.
Rants and raves
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42 cats removed from moldy home
Columbia County Animal Care and Control officers confiscated more than 40 cats and kittens from a dilapidated Appling home Wednesday afternoon.
Tortoise in hairy situation radios for help
Lawmakers honor signers of school segregation suit
COLUMBIA - Sarah Ragin-Smith recalls the retaliation her father faced for signing on to a lawsuit challenging segregation in Clarendon County schools.
City fights release of officers' records
The city of North Augusta is ready to go to court rather than make public the disciplinary records of police officers working in public schools.
9-year-old prodigy has first book published
Across the area
Burke County school officials brought in counselors and psychiatrists Wednesday for children at Blakeney Elementary School after a teacher was charged with murder in the death of her husband.
Kroc Center's backers have to prove need
Clerk's reception costs city $13,000
SAVANNAH, Ga. - The city of Savannah paid more than $13,000 for a reception in California and to fly two aldermen out to help City Clerk Dyanne Reese win a high-ranking position in a professional organization.
Regents OK pay raises for college presidents
Across South Carolina
COLUMBIA - An 11-year-old boy was arrested and seven children were taken to a hospital Wednesday after a fight on the bus.
News you can use
You can check your blood glucose, your blood pressure, even your cholesterol at home now with self-testing kits and at-home monitoring devices.
Lawmakers honor signers of school segregation suit
Revolutionary battle will rage again
Instead of heavy trucks causing the rumble near Reynolds Street, in a few weeks it will be muskets and the hue and cry of the Revolutionary War making all the noise.
Kroc Center's backers have to prove need
On the long road to win millions of dollars to build a social services complex in Augusta, officials say they've got to prove it will meet people's needs.
University hopes to ease teacher shortage
Trip out West will give educators perspective
It's like someone who lacks sight trying to describe color, a Richmond County school official said.
Tortoise in hairy situation radios for help
It's tough to be a tortoise - and some days are tougher than others.
City fights release of officers' records
USC Aiken wins third golf championship
DANIELS, W. Va. -- USC Aiken made history Friday as its men's golf team won a third straight Division II national championship.
Aiken mortgage company robbed
AIKEN -- Police say an armed man robbed the Hunter Mortgage Co. on Silver Bluff Road this morning.
42 cats removed from moldy home
Storm wreaks havoc across area
News you can use
As the school year ends, summer day camps begin. Aiken, Columbia and Richmond county recreation departments and the Family Y offer various day camps for youth.
I-20 wrecks prompt changes
Richmond County sheriff's officers are stepping up patrols and adding more warning signs along the work zone of Interstate 20 after the third accident in a little more than a month there Thursday.
Promotion claim in lawsuit contested
Revolutionary battle will rage again
NAACP keeps watch on motorcycle rallies
Man is sentenced in deadly robbery
Here's your key to the 'Code'
'The Da Vinci Code' opens today. A primer on the cryptic thriller:
Amphitheater will get restrooms, concessions
Some new attractions are coming to the newly opened Evans amphitheater, but one won't be an outdoor event.
Rathe glad to just have opportunity
After six long and frustrating years, opportunity abruptly knocked on the quarterbacking door Mike Rathe thought he'd closed forever.
'Da Vinci' has critics giving it lackluster reviews
Here's what other critics have to say about The Da Vinci Code:
'Da Vinci' controversy continues as curtain goes up
Review: 'Over the Hedge'
"Over the Hedge," the latest star-studded, computer-animated, talking-animal extravaganza, is an indictment of the same sort of suburban overconsumption that the film encourages through its marketing.
Albinos condemn 'Da Vinci' albino villain
LOS ANGELES - The notion of Christ as a family man is not the only raw nerve "The Da Vinci Code" has touched. Albinos are bothered that one of their own has yet again been depicted as a villain.
Mini reviews
Reviews without star ratings are from critics other than Roger Ebert. Listings are subject to change. Call theaters for times.
Albinos condemn 'Da Vinci' albino villain
'Da Vinci' controversy continues as curtain goes up
CANNES, France - The director huffed, offended believers protested and the critics carped as "The Da Vinci Code" premiered and started its march around the world Wednesday.
'Da Vinci' has critics giving it lackluster reviews
Review: 'The Da Vinci Code'
Christians are outraged and albinos are offended and people around the world who haven't even seen the film are angry simply, it seems, in preparation for being angry.
The Stills embark on dull indie pop
Riding the wave of post-punk revivalists that resurrected the sounds of Joy Division and Gang of Four a couple of years ago, Montreal act The Stills proved a sturdier breed of revivalist, turning out Logic Will Break Your Heart, an album of sharp, angular art rock that managed to be simultaneously soaring and despairing.
Chuck Leavell is proud to play at blues festival
For Georgia-bred piano man Chuck Leavell, playing the Blind Willie McTell Blues Festival Saturday in Thomson means taking a break from both the trees and the Stones.
Sonic Spotlight: Carl Black
This week's Sonic Spotlight is Carl Black.
The Stills embark on dull indie pop
Group hopes to capture spirit of 'Velvet' album
As part of The Mission's ongoing cover series, a group of inspired Augusta musicians are unearthing The Velvet Underground. The group, led by David Newhall and David Bradberry, will play an all-Velvets set Saturday, with a complete run through the iconic Velvet Underground & Nico as the centerpiece.
Chuck Leavell is proud to play at blues festival
Group hopes to capture spirit of 'Velvet' album
Race is kind to drivers' wallets
Race is kind to drivers' wallets
CONCORD, N.C. - The winner of Saturday night's Nextel All-Star Challenge at Lowe's Motor Speedway will average $11,111 a lap. And since a lap takes about 28 seconds, that's not a bad night's work.
Right at home
CONCORD, N.C. - With NASCAR's Hall of Fame already under construction in nearby Charlotte, the area now has one piece of unfinished business - keeping Saturday night's Nextel All-Star Challenge from finding a new home.
NASCAR Newsmaker: Greg Biffle
Greg Biffle's victory last Saturday night at Darlington, S.C., helped him jump from 20th to 14th in the NASCAR Nextel Cup Series standings. Once as far back as 38th in the rankings, Biffle now seems to be getting on track.
League suspends Terry for Game 6
DALLAS - Mavericks guard Jason Terry will miss Game 6 against the San Antonio Spurs tonight after being suspended one game by the league Thursday for punching San Antonio's Michael Finley in the closing seconds of Game 5.
Cavs in command
AUBURN HILLS, Mich. - If Cleveland does not have Detroit's attention by now, the Pistons must not be paying much.
League suspends Terry for Game 6
DALLAS - Mavericks guard Jason Terry will miss Game 6 against the San Antonio Spurs tonight after being suspended one game by the league Thursday for punching San Antonio's Michael Finley in the closing seconds of Game 5.
Frankie Mae Mack (AIKEN, S.C.)
AIKEN, S.C. - Mrs. Frankie Mae Mack, 87, of Brayboy Rd., Aiken, S.C., departed this life on Tuesday, May 16, 2006 at her residence. Memorial service will be held Friday, May 19, 2006 at 5:00 P.M. from the Fairfield Missionary Baptist Church, New Ellenton, S.C. Graveside service will be held Saturday, May 20, 2006 at 10:00 A.M. from the church cemetery. Friends may call at the residence of the sister, Mrs. Margaret Merriweather, 515 Brayboy Rd., Aiken S.C. Viewing will be held at Fairfield Missionary Baptist Church Friday from 3:00 to 5:00 P.M. Jackson Brooks Funeral Home, Aiken, S.C.
Idella Maxwell (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mrs. Idella Maxwell departed this life Monday, May 15, 2006. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, May 20, 2006 at Rock of Ages CME Church where Rev. D. Thurmond is pastor with the Rev. E. Waltower officiating. Interment will be in Walker Memorial Park. Family and friends will assemble at the funeral home at 10:30 a.m. The body will lie in state an hour before service. Survivors are 2 sons, Ernest Fort of Patterson, N.J. and Herman F. Fort, of Augusta; granddaughters, Marjorie Fort-Dees and Lydia M. Fort of NYC and Debbie Fort of Miami, Fla, Darliene Bloodsaw, Philadelphia, Pa.; grandson, Everett Fort of Miami, Fla. and a host of other relatives and friends. Peoples Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Wanda Thompson (HARLEM, Ga.)
HARLEM, Ga. - Mrs. Wanda Thompson of Old Louisville Rd. entered into rest Thursday, May 19, 2006 at the Doctors Hospital. Funeral arrangements will be announced later. Williams Funeral Home, 1765 M.L. King, Jr. Blvd.
Edna Williams (LANDOVER, Md.)
LANDOVER, Md. - Mrs. Edna Mobley Williams, 68, of Greeley Road entered into rest May 15, 2006 at Southern Maryland Hospital. Funeral arrangements will be announced later. Mrs. Williams, a native of Edgefield County was a member of Young Macedonia Baptist Church. Survivors include her husband, Robert R. Williams; a son, Reccardo Williams (Tammie), Ft. Washington, Md.; four sisters, Angeline Cook, Lena M. Taylor, Catherine Collier and Allean Williams, North Augusta; three grandchildren, Reccardo Williams, II, Crystal Williams and Allen Williams, a host of other relatives and friends. G.L. Brightharp & Sons Mortuary, 614 West Avenue, North Augusta, S.C.
Phebia Rearden (AIKEN, S.C.)
AIKEN, S.C. - Entered into rest Thursday, May 18, 2006, Mrs. Phebia Rearden, 73, of Aiken, SC, wife of Mr. Bo Rearden. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced. Hatcher Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Langley, SC.
Harvey I. McLeod (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - SFC Harvey I. McLeod of Augusta entered into rest Tuesday, May 16, 2006 at Anne Maria Rehab and Nursing Center. Funeral services will be held Saturday, May 20, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at B.A. Williams Memorial Chapel (Old Tobacco Road) with Rev. Dr. Sam Davis officiating. Burial will be in Mt. Olive Memorial Garden. Survivors are his wife, Mattie McLeod; daughter, Maria A. McLeod; two step-daughters, Rosalind D. (Elliott) Willis, Brenda Z. Thomas; two sons, Anthony L. (Michelle) McLeod and Roberto A. McLeod; step-sons, Ronald A. Johnson, Eric, Carl and William McCladdie; step-mother, Calita J. McLeod; brother, Michael McLeod; sister, Maria T. Saunders; step-sister, Kem Gause; 12 grandchildren, one great-grandchild, a host of nieces and nephews. Williams Funeral Home, 2945 Old Tobacco Rd., Hephzibah, Georgia. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Ila Rea Bussell Wilson (THOMSON, Ga.)
THOMSON, Ga. - Mrs. Ila Rea Bussell Wilson, age 91, widow of Mr. Ernest Wilson died Wednesday May 17, 2006 in the St. Joseph Hospital. Funeral services will be held 2:00 PM Sunday May 21, 2006 in the Curtis Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Kenneth Garvin officiating. Burial will follow in the Hillcrest Cemetery in Augusta. Pallbearers will be: Michael Hall, Marvin Davis, Billy Hall, Ernest Bussell, L.J. Stewart and Bob Raley. A native of Laurens County, Georgia Mrs. Wilson was a member of Sweetwater Baptist Church and had worked for the Graniteville Company. Mrs. Wilson is survived by a sister, Wilhemina Wylds of Augusta and a host of Nieces and Nephews. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the St. Joseph Hospice. You may sign the online guestbook at www.curtisfuneralhome.com The family will receive friends 7:00 to 9:00 PM Friday May 19, 2006. CurtisFuneral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Billy Warthen (SANDERSVILLE, Ga.)
SANDERSVILLE, Ga. - Mr. Billy Warthen of 316 Railroad Ave. in Sandersville, died on May 13, 2006 at a local nursing home. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, May 20, 2006 at 1:00 P.M. from Minton Spring A.M.E Church, Warthen, Ga. with Rev. Delmus Mosley officiating. Interment will be in the church cemetery. M.C. Smith Funeral Home in charge.
Janet Hutchison (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - The private graveside services of Janet Sidney Hutchison, 84, of Augusta, formerly of Albany, Ga., who died Tuesday, May 16, 2006 at her residence, will be conducted Friday at 3:00 p.m. at Floral Memory Gardens, Albany. A resident of Albany for 43 years, Mrs. Hutchison was a devoted and selfless wife, mother, and grandmother, investing her life and love in her family. She was proud to be a World War II veteran, having served in the Navy WAVES from 1943-1945. In 1948 she graduated from the University of Georgia where she earned a B.S. Degree in Home Economics. Recently moving to Augusta, Janet attended New Heart Bible Fellowship, and will forever be remembered by her family as a faithful, generous and loving Christian woman. Hers was a quiet, but well-lived life, and she has left an example and a memory that will be cherished. Mrs. Hutchison was preceded in death by her son, Don Hutchison. Survivors include her husband of 60 years, Reed S.Hutchison of Augusta; a daughter and son-in-law, Anne and Mike Bowen of Augusta; a son and daughter-in-law, Dr. Dan and Rory Hutchison of Coronado, Calif.; four grandchildren, Jennifer Bowen of Augusta, Kelly Purko and her husband Peter, of Augusta, David Hutchison and Dana Hutchison, both of Coronado. To sign our online registry or to send condolences to the family, you may visit Mathew's website at www.mathewsfuneralhome.com
Alvin H. McClain (ALEXANDER, Ga.)
ALEXANDER, Ga. - Alvin H. McClain, Sr., 80, passed away Thursday, May 18, 2006, at his residence. Family will receive friends on Friday, May 19, 2006, from 7:00-9:00 p.m. at DeLoach-Kennedy Funeral Home, Waynesboro, GA. Funeral arrangements for Saturday are incomplete. Funeral arrangements conducted by DeLoach-Kennedy Funeral Home, Waynesboro, GA 706-554-3531
Christine London (MILLEN, Ga.)
MILLEN, Ga. - Entered into rest on Monday, May 15th. Funeral services will be 1:00 p.m. Friday, May 19, 2006 at Williams Grove Church of God In Christ, Millen, GA with Pastor Kenneth H. Thomas officiating. She leaves five children to cherish her memories, Antonio London, Yesha Brown, Katoya London, Christopher London, Travon London and Marvin London; five grandchildren; four brothers and four sisters and a host of other relatives and friends. James A. Kirkland Mortuary, 135 N. Gray St., Millen, GA 478-982-3818. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
E. Wadus Waller (CLEARWATER, S.C.)
CLEARWATER, S.C. - Entered into rest on Wednesday, May 17, 2006, Mr. E. Wadus Waller, beloved husband of Mrs. Marchie Davis Waller for 65 years, of 125 Bleachery Street, Clearwater, SC. Surviving with his wife are two daughters, Sandra Bates, Monroe, GA and Diane Jackson, Grovetown, GA and one granddaughter, Cheryl Bates Haralson, Loganville, GA. Mr. Waller was born in Wrightsville, GA to the late J. T. and Dessie Tompkins Waller. Mr. Waller was a U.S. Army Veteran of W.W. II and a Purple Heart recipient. He retired from Marks Handkerchief Co., Augusta, GA with 29 years of service. He was a member of Pine Grove Baptist Church and served as a deacon. Funeral services will be on Friday, 2 o'clock p.m. at Pine Grove Baptist Church with Rev. Louis Swanson and Dr. Finley Sizemore officiating. Mr. Waller will be placed in the church on Friday at 1 o'clock p.m. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Pallbearers will be Julian Roberts, Charles Adams, Billy Gresham, Tom Adams and LaRue Godbee. Friends may call on Thursday evening from 6 until 8 at Hatcher Funeral Home, U.S. Hwy. No. 1, Langley, SC. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
James Mims (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. - Funeral services Mr. James Mims, Jr., will be held 11:00 a.m. Saturday, May 20, 2006 at Mt. Olive Baptist Church with the Rev. James Reynolds officiating. Friends may call at the residence of his sister, Susie (David) Williams, 135 Edwards Drive. G.L. Brightharp & Sons Mortuary, 614 West Avenue, North Augusta, S.C.
Frances Schrock (LYNCHBURG, Va.)
LYNCHBURG, Va. - Frances Tucker Horseman Schrock, 92, of Westminster-Canterbury in Lynchburg, Virginia, died Wednesday, May 17,2006. Twice widowed, she was the wife of the late Walton Denson Horseman for 32 years and the late Galen Edgar Schrock for 20 years. Born March 26, 1914, in Mitchell County, Georgia, she was the daughter of the late Henry Bascomb Tucker and Sarah Frances Murray. She was a Registered Nurse and retired from the State of Georgia. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Cairo, Georgia. She was predeceased by a son, Dr. Robert Walton Horseman. Her daughter, Lisa Horseman Joyner, and son-in-law, Luther L. Joyner, III, survive her. She is also survived by grandchildren John Horseman Joyner, Matthew McDaniel Joyner, Andrew Walton Joyner, all of Lynchburg; Dr. Robert Todd Horseman of Bayside, CA, Kimberly Horseman Mullins, of Evans, GA, Robert Shawn Horseman, of Augusta, GA, Natalie Brooke Horseman, of Grovetown, GA, andRobert Walton Horseman, Jr., of Hillsville, VA, and seven great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, May 19, in the Weissert Chapel at Westminster-Canterbury. The Rev. Karen Joy Kelly and the Rev. Michael Sullivan officiating. A reception will follow in Fauber Rooms I & II". The funeral will be held in the chapel at First United Methodist Church, Cairo, GA, at 1:00 p.m.on Saturday, June 24, 2006. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to First United Methodist Church, 318 S. Broad Street, Cairo, GA 39828 or The Bertha Tucker Trust, South Georgia United Methodist Foundation, Inc., P.O. Box 52101, Macon, GA 31208-4013. Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family. 434-237-9424.
Tom Oglesby (MARTINEZ, Ga.)
MARTINEZ, Ga. - Mr. Henry Thomas "Tom" Oglesby entered into rest Sunday, May 14, 2006 at his residence, the widower of the late Mrs. Jean L. Oglesby. Funeral services will be held Thursday, May 18, 2006 at 1:00 P.M. at Hillcrest Baptist Church with Dr. Gordon Robinson officiating. Interment will follow in Hillcrest Memorial Park. Mr. Oglesby will lie in state at the church one hour prior to the service. Pallbearers will be Brian Johnson, Thomas Johnson, Allen Oglesby, Stephen Leone, Kelvin Oglesby, Leonard Oglesby and Fain Oglesby. Family members are two sons, Curtis Oglesby, Martinez and Kenneth Oglesby, Vidette, Ga.; two daughters, Sharon O. Johnson, Toccoa, Ga. and Donna O. Leone, Augusta; two brothers, Isaac Oglesby, Holly Hill, S.C. and Gene Oglesby, Jackson, S.C.; seven grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Mr. Oglesby was born in Spartanburg, S.C., a retired insurance salesman and a member of Hillcrest Baptist Church. If so desired, memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Association, 326 Greene St., Augusta, Ga., 30901. Thomas L. King Funeral Home, 124, Davis Rd., Martinez, Ga. (706) 863- 6747.
Betty Hayward (BARNWELL, S.C.)
BARNWELL, S.C. - Mrs. Betty Jean Frazier Hayward, 54, died Sunday, May 14, 2006. Funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m. Saturday, May 20, 2006 at New Hope United Methodist Church. Burial will be in Hope Memorial Park. Survivors include her husband, Alex Hayward; her mother, four daughters, two sons, five brothers and 16 grandchildren. Cave Funeral Service, Inc. is in charge of arrangements.
Idella Maxwell (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mrs. Idella Maxwell departed this life Monday, May 15, 2006. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, May 20, 2006 at Rock of Ages CME Church where Rev. D. Thurmond is pastor with the Rev. E. Waltower officiating. Interment will be in Walker Memorial Park. Family and friends will assemble at the funeral home at 10:30 a.m. The body will lie in state an hour before service. Survivors are 2 sons, Ernest Fort of Patterson, N.J. and Herman F. Fort, of Augusta; granddaughters, Marjorie Fort-Dees and Lydia M. Fort of NYC and Debbie Fort of Miami, Fla; grandson, Everett Fort of Miami, Fla. and a host of other relatives and friends. Peoples Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Thomas Lee Cantrell (GLOVERVILLE, S.C.)
GLOVERVILLE, S.C. - A graveside service for Mr. Thomas Lee Cantrell of Gloverville will be conducted today, Friday, May 19, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. in the Langley Cemetery with Rev. David Laird officiating. The funeral procession will be leaving the funeral home at 1:30 p.m. for the graveside. Napier Funeral Home, 315 Main Street, Graniteville, SC 29829.
Jocelyn Brown (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Ms. Jocelyn Tameika Brown entered into rest on Monday, May 15, 2006 at Doctors Hospital. Jocelyn was a 2002 graduate of Glenn Hills High School and an active member of Beulah Grove Baptist Church. She leaves cherished memories to her daughter; Kristenia A. Tyler; parents, Mr. & Mrs. Harold (Joyce) Brown; brother, Harold Brown, Jr.; maternal grandmother, Luella Jackson; paternal grandfather, Ellis Brown, Sr.; aunt, Barbara Brown; uncles, Ellis Brown, Jr., Lewis (Teron) Brown, Myron (Bernice) Brown, Spencer (Wanda) Brown, Thomas Brown; great aunts, Fannie McBride, Helen Graham, Edna Sutherland, Mary Wright, Nita ; great uncles, Willie L. Gillis, Earnest Wright, several devoted play mothers, Peggy (Welborn) Danner, Alilia (Mark) Wright, Mary Brooks and a host of god-parents cousins other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be 2:00 pm Friday, May 19, 2006, at Beulah Grove Baptist Church, with Dr. Sam Davis, officiating. Interment will be in Mount Olive Memorial Gardens. Kinsey & Walton Funeral Home, 3618 Peach Orchard Road. (706) 790-8858. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
E-2 Sherrika L. Wilson (SEATTLE, Wash.)
SEATTLE, Wash. - Private E-2 Sherrika L. Mack Wilson of Seattle entered into rest Thursday, May 11, 2006. Funeral services will be held Saturday, May 20, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at the Greater Young Zion Baptist Church with Rev. Darius Dock officiating. Burial will be at Mt. Olive Memorial Garden. Pvr. Wilson was a native of Augusta, Ga. and a graduate of T.W. Josey High School and was presently serving in the U.S. Army. Survivors are her mother, Theodoisa Mack; brother, Nathaniel Mack; two aunts, Sherrie Lyons, Augusta and Carolyn Kitchens, Plant City, Florida; uncles, Leroy Williams, Brelyn Cooper, Ft. Pierce, Florida, Robert Lockett, Melvin Lockett, Augusta and John Mack, Waycross, Ga.; a host of cousins, other relatives and friends. Williams Funeral Home, 1765 Martin Luther King, Jr., Blvd. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Frankie Mae Mack (AIKEN, S.C.)
AIKEN, S.C. - Mrs. Frankie Mae Mack, 87, of 515 Brayboy Rd., Aiken, S.C., departed this life on Tuesday, May 16, 2006 at her residence. Memorial service will be held Friday, May 19, 2006 at 5:00 P.M. from the Fairfield Missionary Baptist Church, New Ellenton, S.C. Graveside service will be held Saturday, May 20, 2006 at 10:00 A.M. from the church cemetery. Survivors include one sister, Margaret Merriweather; one brother, Evan Doe, both of Aiken, S.C.; one brother-in-law, Rev. Eddie Days, Decatur, Ga.; three nieces, Rev. Judieth Williamson, Rev. Frankie Campbell and Paula Tate; one nephew, Lonnie Days; one god-sister, Brenda Jones; three god-brothers, Angus Corley, Rev. Alvin Hammonds and Bernard Jones. Friends may call at the residence of the sister, Mrs. Margaret Merriweather, 515 Brayboy Rd., Aiken S.C. Viewing will be held at Fairfield Missionary Baptist Church from 3:00 to 5:00 P.M. Jackson Brooks Funeral Home, Aiken, S.C. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Charlie Williams (TWIN CITY, Ga.)
TWIN CITY, Ga. - Mr. Charlie Williams, Jr. entered into rest on Monday, March 15, 2006. Services will be 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 20, 2006 at Fountain Spring Baptist Church, Millen. Survivors include four sons, Charlie III, Dennis Willie and Cleve Williams; daughter, Pinky Mae Bell Keita and sisters, Mrs. Daisy Harden and Mrs. Odel Brinson. Dwight's Funeral Home, 326 Old Waynesboro Road, Millen, Ga., 478-982-1667.
Charles Stallings (JACKSON, S.C.)
JACKSON, S.C. - Funeral Services for Mr. Charles Stallings, Jr. will take place on Friday, May 19, 2006 at 5pm at Green Pond Baptist Church. Pallbearers will be: Johnny Hoyle, Ronald Briick, Rick Bernard, Mr. Mack Ross, Sr., Chad Stallings and Fred Stallings. Interment will follow at the Stallings Family Cemetery, Jackson. Visitation will be this evening, 6-8pm at George Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 211 Park Ave. SW Aiken. Mr. Stallings will be placed in Church at 4pm. Memorial donations may be directed to St. Joseph Hospice, 681 Silver Bluff Rd. Aiken, SC 29803. Mr. Stallings, 69, of Jackson, died May 16, 2006 at his residence. He was born in Ellenton, SC and was a lifelong resident of Aiken County. He went to work for Westinghouse at the Savannah River Site in 1954 and retired from the photography Dept. in 1993. He was a member of Green Pond Baptist Church and was a social member of the American Legion Post in Beech Island. He enjoyed collecting things and especially appreciated old cars. In addition to his parents, he was pre-deceased by a son, Fred Stallings (1998) and a brother, Johnny Stallings, (2003). He is survived by his wife, Mrs. Betty Stewart Stallings, two daughters; Yvonne Black, Jackson, SC and Terri Henley, Tennille, GA, two brothers; Larry Gene Stallings, Cincinnati, OH and Alvin Edward 'Eddie' Stallings, Loganville, GA, step-children; Roy Stewart, Aiken, John Hook, Aiken, Elaine Watson, Aiken, Jeanie Mosely, Aiken and Tim Hook, Aiken. Mr. Stallings is also survived by four grandchildren and six great grandchildren. Visit www.georgefuneralhomes.com to sign the online condolence register.
Jimmie Porter (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. -Mr. Jimmie Porter, 68, of Powell Mill Rd., entered into rest Monday, May 15, 2006 at the Doctor's Hospital. Funeral service will be held Saturday, May 20, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. at B.A. Williams Memorial Chapel (Old Tobacco Road) with Rev. Jackson Parks officiating. Burial will be in Bellevue Memorial Garden. Mr. Porter was a native of Columbia Co., Ga. He was employed by Georgia Iron Works for over 50 years. Survivors are his wife, Miriam Porter; one son, Jeffery (Patricia) Porter, Harlem; four daughters, Joy A. Porter, Augusta, Jeannie M. Beard, Hephzibah, Jacqueline E. (Victor) Green, Miami, Fla. and Andrea Cain, South Carolina; daughter-in-law, Tracy Porter-Walker, Ft. Pendleton, Calif; two sisters-in-law, Gertrue B. Ware, Martinez, Jessie M. Lanham, Plainfield, N.J.; one brother-in-law, Robert L. Beard, Plainfield; ten grandchildren, a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and friends. Williams Funeral Home, 2945 Old Tobacco Rd., Hephzibah, Ga.
Ila Rea Bussell Wilson (THOMSON, Ga.)
THOMSON, Ga. - Mrs. Ila Rea Bussell Wilson, age 91, widow of Mr. Ernest Wilson died Wednesday May 17, 2006 in the St. Joseph Hospital. Funeral services will be held 2:00 PM Sunday May 21, 2006 in the Curtis Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Kenneth Garvin officiating. Burial will follow in the Hillcrest Cemetery in Augusta. Pallbearers will be: Michael Hall, Ronnie, Bussell, Billy Hall, Ernest Bussell, L.J. Stewart and Jack Brock, Jr. A native of Laurens County, Georgia, Mrs. Wilson was a member of Sweetwater Baptist Church and had worked for the Graniteville Company. Mrs. Wilson is survived by a sister: Wilhemina Wylds of Augusta and a host of Nieces and Nephews. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the St. Joseph Hospice. You may sign the online guestbook at www.curtisfuneralhome.com The family will receive friends 7:00 to 9:00 PM Friday May 19, 2006. Curtis Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
John Rainsford (EDGEFIELD, S.C.)
EDGEFIELD, S.C. - John Rainsford, Jr., 84, of Main Street, entered into rest Thursday, May 18, 2006 at Edgefield County Hospital. Graveside services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, May 20, 2006 at St. Mary's Catholic Church Cemetery, Edgefield, SC with Father Robert Ninedorf and Rev. Stacey Williams officiating. Pallbearers will be Adam Rainsford, James Rainsford, Holmes Rainsford, Matthew Rainsford, Todd Rainsford, and Brannon Rowland, Jr. The rosary will be held this evening at 6:00 p.m. at Rowland Funeral Home with visitation immediately following. Mr. Rainsford was a life long resident of Edgefield County and was the son of the late John Rainsford, Sr. and Allene D. Smith Rainsford. He graduated from the University of South Carolina and was a member of Phi Beta Kappa. Later, he attended Law School at the University of South Carolina. Mr. Rainsford was an Air Force Pilot Instructor in B24's and B29's during World War II. He was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church and the Hezzie Griffis American Legion Post #30. He was retired forester and a warehouseman. Survivors include his wife, Lenolia 'Lynn' Whitt Rainsford of Edgefield; six sons, John Rainsford, III of Edgefield, Ben Rainsford of Edgefield, Dr. George Rainsford of Edgefield, Johnny L. Rowland of North Augusta, J. Brannon Rowland of Edgefield and Jody P. Rowland of North Augusta; one daughter, Margaret R. Childress of Edgefield; 15 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren Memorials may be made to St. Mary's Catholic Church, 302 Jeter Street, Edgefield, SC 29824. Rowland Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Beatrice W. Lee (LINCOLNTON, Ga.)
LINCOLNTON, Ga. - Mrs. Beatrice W. Lee, 91 of Leathersville Rd. died Wed., May 17, 2006 at Lake Crossing Health Care, Appling. Graveside services will be held Fri., May 19 at 1 p.m. at Oak Hill Cemetery, Newnan, Ga. With Rev. Dan Rosser officiating. Mrs. Lee, the daughter of the late John Thomas and Ruth Pollard Whitlock. was a native of Fayette County, but had been a resident of Newnan and Augusta before moving to Lincolnton about eight years ago. She was a former secretary for the Ga Railroad Bank, Augusta. She was a former Sunday School teacher and WMU leader at both Hill Baptist Church, Augusta and First Baptist Church, Newnan. Survivors are one son, Thomas H. Lee, and wife, Janice of Lincolnton; grandsons, John Lee, Daniel Lee, and David Lee. Visitation 6pm-8pm Thursday evening at Beggs Funeral Home, May Ave Lincolnton, GA, 30817 (706) 359-4117 Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Ruth Goodall Lane (LAUDERDALE, FL.)
LAUDERDALE, FL. - Mrs. Ruth Goodall Lane departed this life Saturday, May 13, 2006. Services will be 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 20, 2006 at Lane Grove Baptist Church, Millen. Wake: 6 to 7 p.m., today, at the Dwight's Funeral Home, Millen. Survivors are her husband, Calvin Lane, Jr.; son, Calvin Devon (Patricia) Lane; daughter, Marlita (David) Franklin; three grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, other relatives and friends.
Philip S. Clark (JOHNSTON, S.C.)
JOHNSTON, S.C. - Mr. Philip S. Clark, born February 2, 1919, husband of the late Carrie Quattlebaum Clark, died at Trinity Mission Health and Rehab in Edgefield Wednesday, May 17, 2006. Funeral Services will be held at 11 A.M. Friday 5-19-2006 at Edgefield Mercantile Funeral Home with burial in Mt. Olive cemetery in Johnston. Mr. Clark was a native of Johnston, S.C. and the son of the late W.S. Clark and Annie Jones Clark. He was a member of Philippi Baptist Church. He was a World War II Veteran, having served in Europe and North Africa for four years in the Army Military Police Force. He was a retired farmer and was well known for running the Johnston Gin Co. for many years. He was later employed by Goldkist in Johnston and was a member of American Legion Post 154. Survivors include one son, Thomas (Carrie) Clark, Trenton; two daughters, Kathleen (Lynwood) Lybrand, Easley, and Elinor (Lee) Burke, Edgefield; grandchildren fondly remembering 'PaPa' Clark are, Michael Lybrand, Mandy Lowe, Carrie Clark, Chrisopher Burke, Michael Burke, Monica McClellan, Fonz Colby and Rhonda Cappl; six great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by two sisters and brothers. Memorials may be made to Philippi Baptist Church c/o Mark Fallaw, 203 Pine Knoll Lane Edgefield, S.C. 29824 The family is at the home of Lee Burke, Pine Knoll Lane in Edgefield, and will receive friends from 6 to 8 P.M. Thursday at the Funeral Home. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Muriel S. Pittman (LYONS, Ga.)
LYONS, Ga. - Mrs. Muriel S. Pittman, age 78, of Lyons (Johnson Corner Community) died Tuesday, May 16, 2006, surrounded by her family in Conyers, Ga. She was a native of Johnson County, living most of her life in the Johnson Corner Community. She was retired from Oxford Manufacturing Company and was a longtime member and supporter of Rocky Creek Baptist Church. She was a wonderful mother, an extraordinary woman and a blessing to all who knew her. The most important thing in her life was her family. In March, at the dedication of the "Healing Garden" at Winship Cancer Center, Emory Hospital in Atlanta, a brick was dedicated in her honor. It was engraved - Muriel S. Pittman "Our Hero". Her courage, strength and wisdom will be an inspiration to us all. She was preceded in death by her husband, James L. Pittman and her brother, Carl Smith. Mrs. Pittman is survived by four daughters and sons-in-law, Linda and Donald Siggins of Yuba City, Calif., Carolyn and Ben Poole of Conyers, Beverly and Ray Varnadore of Waycross and Pansy and Jimmy Paxson of Bostwick; two sons and daughters-in-law, Ray and Joann Pittman of Johnson Corner and Danny and Trina Pittman of Hephzibah; one brother and sister-in-law, Winford and Martha Sue Smith of Soperton; one sister and brother-in-law, Nell and William Newton of Blairsville; one sister-in-law, Varela Brasselle of McDonough; one brother-in-law, Lee Jones of Macon; 14 grandchildren, Andrea (Dave) Billings, Caron Poole and Rebecca (Roger) Poole-Ward, Jesse, Rana, Lindy and Magan Varnadore, Melanie (Justin) Martin and Mary (Donte') Collier, Josh and Amy Pittman and Hunter, Eric and Ryan Pittman; three great-grandchildren, Emily and Sarah Billings and Caralise Poole-Frazier and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services for Mrs. Muriel S. Pittman will be held Saturday, May 20th at 1:00 p.m. at the Rocky Creek Baptist Church with Reverend Carl Knowles and Reverend Kevin Moore officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Friday evening from 5 to 9. It was Mrs. Pittman's wish that donations be made to Rocky Creek Baptist Church, 2298 Johnson Corner Road, Lyons, GA 30436 in her memory. Murchison Funeral Home of Vidalia is in charge of arrangements. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Lillian Allen (GREENVILLE, S.C.)
GREENVILLE, S.C. - Mrs. Lillian Lambert Allen, of 5 Hiawatha Drive, Greenville, SC, died Monday, May 15, 2006. She was preceded in death by her husband, Mr. Dwight 'Sunshine' Allen. Mrs. Allen was born in Langley, SC to the late Lindsey and Alice Jenkins Lambert. Lillian lived in Greenville since 1965 and was a member of St. Francis Episcopal Church. Mrs. Allen is survived by two daughters and their husbands, Susan and Jim Morano, Somerset, NJ and Pat and Larry Ashmore Greenville, SC; sister-in-laws, Mildred Lambert, Langley, SC and Ruth 'Tiny' Bowers, Columbia, SC; nephews, David Bowers, Stanley Cole, and Homer Naylor; nieces, Harriet Leonard, TN and Julie Baker Pendleton (Walt), Martinez, GA; five grandchildren, Keena York (Timothy) , James Morano, Jr. (Jessica), Kate Pendleton, Buck Pendleton and Daniel Pendleton and one great granddaughter, Claire Isabella Morano. Graveside funeral services will be Friday at 12 o'clock noonin Sunset Memorial Gardens, Graniteville, SC. Friends may call on Thursday evening from 6 until 8 p.m. at Hatcher Funeral Home, U.S. Hwy. U.S. No. 1, Langley, SC. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Harvey I. McLeod (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - SFC Harvey I. McLeod of Augusta entered into rest Tuesday, May 16, 2006 at Anne Maria Rehab and Nursing Center. Funeral services will be held Saturday, May 20, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at B.A. Williams Memorial Chapel (Old Tobacco Road) with Rev. Dr. Sam Davis officiating. Burial will be in Mt. Olive Memorial Garden. Mr. McLeod was a native of Washington, S.C., retired from the U.S. Army after 20 years of service as a Sgt. First Class. Survivors are his wife, Mattie McLeod; daughter, Maria A. McLeod; two step-daughters, Rosalind D. (Elliott) Willis, Brenda Z. Thomas; two sons, Anthony L. (Michelle) McLeod and Roberto A. McLeod; step-sons, Ronald A. Johnson, Eric, Carl and William McCladdie; step-mother, Calita J. McLeod; brother, Michael McLeod; sister, Maria T. Saunders; step-sister, Kem Gause; 12 grandchildren, one great-grandchild, a host of nieces and nephews. Williams Funeral Home, 2945 Old Tobacco Rd., Hephzibah, Georgia.
Barbara Adams Grant (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
HEPHZIBAH, Ga. - Entered into rest Wednesday, May 17, 2006 at her residence, Ms. Barbara Adams Grant of New Karleen Road. Funeral services will be conducted Saturday, May 20, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. from W. H. Mays Mortuary Chapel with Rev. Dr. Albert M. James officiating. Interment will be in Walker Memorial Park. Survivors are two daughters, Pamela A. Grant and Fredericka (Earl) Lewis-Cado, both of Hephzibah, GA; five grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; stepmother, Mollie Cummings; three sisters; eight brothers; one aunt; two Goddaughters; and a host of other relatives and friends. Friends may call the residence or W. H. Mays Mortuary, 1221 James Brown Boulevard, Augusta, GA (706) 722-6401. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Bettye Riner (SWAINSBORO, Ga.)
SWAINSBORO, Ga. - Mrs. Bettye Faye Riner, age 54, of Swainsboro, died Tuesday evening. Funeral services will be held Friday morning at 11 a.m. at Hawhammock Baptist Church with Rev. Cail Pressey officiating. Interment will follow in Eastbrook Cemetery. The family will receive friends Thursday evening from 6 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Tomlinson Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Jimmie Porter (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. -Mr. Jimmie Porter, 68, of Powell Mill Rd., entered into rest Monday, May 15, 2006 at the Doctor's Hospital. Funeral service will be held Saturday, May 20, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. at B.A. Williams Memorial Chapel (Old Tobacco Road) with Rev. Jackson Parks officiating. Burial will be in Bellevue Memorial Garden. Survivors are his wife, Miriam Porter; one son, Jeffery (Patricia) Porter, Harlem; four daughters, Joy A. Porter, Augusta, Jeannie M. Beard, Hephzibah, Jacqueline E. (Victor) Green, Miami, Fla. and Andrea Cain, South Carolina; daughter-in-law, Tracy Porter-Walker, Ft. Pendleton, Calif; two sisters-in-law, Gertrue B. Ware, Martinez, Jessie M. Lanham, Plainfield, N.J.; one brother-in-law, Robert L. Beard, Plainfield; ten grandchildren, a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and friends. Williams Funeral Home, 2945 Old Tobacco Rd., Hephzibah, Ga.
Derrick C. Rahney (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. Derrick C. Rahney entered into rest on Monday, May 15, 2006 at University Hospital. He was a 1987 graduate of George P. Butler High School. Derrick graduated from Augusta Technical College with a degree in Machine Shop Welding. Derrick leaves fond loving memories to his family: mother, Ethel K. Rahney; brothers, John K. Rahney, George (Monica) Rahney; sister, Queazada (Julian) Collier; nephews, Alonte' M. Jennings, Johan K. Rahney, Devin T. Rahney, Julius K. Rahney, Julian A. Collier, Jr., nieces, Catera C. Rahney, Keonna A. Collier; god-brothers, Reverend Echols Miller, Shelton Lilly, George Nelson, Antonio Harden; god-sisters, Geraldine Wade, Mary Miller, Malvenia Jones, Nina McKelton, Dalleshia Dixon and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be 2:00 pm Saturday, May 20, 2006, at Beech Wood Baptist Church, Waynesboro, with Reverend Robert Stephens, officiating. Interment will be in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends tonight from 6 to 8 pm at Kinsey & Walton Funeral Home, 3618 Peach Orchard Road. (706) 790-8858 Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Margaret H. Smith (LINCOLNTON, Ga.)
LINCOLNTON, Ga.- Mrs. Margaret H. "Peggy" Smith, 76, wife of the late Mr. E.D. "Smitty" Smith, of 156 Peachtree St., entered into rest on Monday, May 15, 2006 at her residence. Graveside services will be held Friday May 19, 2006 at 11 a.m. in Savannah Valley Memorial Gardens, Thomson, Ga. with Chaplain John Hawkins officiating. Mrs. Smith was an active member of the American Legion Auxiliary Post 194 of Lincolnton, Ga., the Forty and Eight La Societe de Femme Cabane 719 de Georgia of Augusta, Ga. and a member of the Lincolnton United Methodist Church. Survivors include three daughters and a son-in-law, Candy and Steve Pavliscsak of Thomson, Ga., Tina S. Goldman of Lincolnton and Dana Smith of Akron, Ohio; one grandson, Chris Goldman; three granddaughters, Niaya and Minta Pavliscsak and Lacey Goldman; two great-grandsons, C.J. Goldman and Baili Pavliscsak and one great-granddaughter, Carson Goldman. Pallbearers will be Walt Armour, Robert Ashmore, BillBradford, Chris Goldman, C.J. Goldman, Flint Matthews and Richard Welch. Honorary Pallbearers will be members of the American Legion Post 194 and Locale Voiture 719 in Augusta. If so desired memorial contributions may be made to Carville Star, C/O Nancy Thomas, 4103 Serendipity, Martinez, Ga. 30907. The family said that Mama Peg would request that everyone enjoy a Margarita in her memory. Rees Funeral Home 195 Peachtree St. Lincolnton, Ga. (706) 359-3222, is in charge of arrangements.
Larry Smalley (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest on Thursday, May 18, 2006, Mr. Larry Barton Smalley, Sr. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced later. Thomas L. King Funeral Home.
Frances Schrock (LYNCHBURG, Va.)
LYNCHBURG, Va. - Frances Tucker Horseman Schrock, 92, of Westminster-Canterbury in Lynchburg, Virginia, died Wednesday, May 17,2006. Twice widowed, she was the wife of the late Walton Denson Horseman for 32 years and the late Galen Edgar Schrock for 20 years. Born March 26, 1914, in Mitchell County, Georgia, she was the daughter of the late Henry Bascomb Tucker and Sarah Frances Murray. She was a Registered Nurse and retired from the State of Georgia. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Cairo, Georgia. She was predeceased by a son, Dr. Robert Walton Horseman. Her daughter, Lisa Horseman Joyner, and son-in-law, Luther L. Joyner, III, survive her. She is also survived by grandchildren John Horseman Joyner, Matthew McDaniel Joyner, Andrew Walton Joyner, all of Lynchburg; Dr. Robert Todd Horseman of Bayside, CA, Kimberly Horseman Mullins, of Evans, GA, Robert Shawn Horseman, of Augusta, GA, Natalie Brooke Horseman, of Grovetown, GA, andRobert Walton Horseman, Jr., of Hillsville, VA, and seven great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, May 19, in the Weissert Chapel at Westminster-Canterbury. The Rev. Karen Joy Kelly and the Rev. Michael Sullivan officiating. A reception will follow in Fauber Rooms I & II". The funeral will be held in the chapel at First United Methodist Church, Cairo, GA, at 1:00 p.m.on Saturday, June 24, 2006. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to First United Methodist Church, 318 S. Broad Street, Cairo, GA 39828 or The Bertha Tucker Trust, South Georgia United Methodist Foundation, Inc., P.O. Box 52101, Macon, GA 31208-4013. Tharp Funeral Home & Crematory, Lynchburg, is assisting the family. 434-237-9424.
Jocelyn Brown (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Ms. Jocelyn Tameika Brown entered into rest on Monday, May 15, 2006 at Doctors Hospital. Funeral services will be 2:00 pm Friday, May 19, 2006, at Beulah Grove Baptist Church, with Dr. Sam Davis, officiating. Interment will be in Mount Olive Memorial Gardens. Kinsey & Walton Funeral Home, 3618 Peach Orchard Road. (706) 790-8858.
Minnie H. Leopard (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. - Funeral Services for Mrs. Minnie Hutto Leopard, 82, of Georgia Avenue, North Augusta, SC, who died May 15, 2006, will be conducted this Thursday morning at 11 o'clock from the Stephen D. Posey Funeral Home. Chaplain Dexter Lambert officiating. Interment in Sunset Memory Gardens. Memorials may be made to St. Joseph Hospice, 2260 Wrightsboro Road, Augusta, GA 30904. Stephen D. Posey Funeral Home of North Augusta in charge of arrangements (803-278-1181). Visit the registry online at www.poseyfuneralhome.com .
Teresa Nguyen Young (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Ms. Teresa Nguyen Young entered into rest on Wednesday, May 17, 2006 at her residence. Survivors includes her daughters, Loretta (Sherbie ) Scott, Biloxi, Ms., Brenda Y. Beale, Hephzibah, Joan (Lucius) Johnson, Hephzibah, Pricilla (Deitrich) Lyons, Hephzibah; son, Robert D. Young, Jr., Savannah, Ga.; brothers, Prero Nguyen Van Han, Phero Nguyen Van Thong, Phero Nguyen Van Chann, all of Vietnam; sisters, Anna Nguyen Thi Binn, Augusta, Maria Nguyen Thi Binn, Vietnam; 12 grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews other relatives and friends. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by Kinsey & Walton Funeral Home, 3618 Peach Orchard Road. (706) 790-8858
Jennie J. Carter (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mrs. Jennie J. Carter , wife of the late Mr. Emmett Ben Carter entered into rest on Tuesday May 16, 2006 at Augusta Hills Nursing Center. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM Thursday May 18, 2006 at Bellevue Memorial Gardens Chapel, with Pastor David Sanders officiating. Survivors include nieces & nephews, the Helwig and Crouser Families; friends and family of Westminster Presbyterian Church ; and the devoted, loving and caring employees of Augusta Hills Nursing Center. Mrs. Carter was a former resident of St. John Towers, a talented artist and seamstress, and a volunteer in the Head Start reading program at Forrest Hill Elementary. The family and friends will gather at Bellevue Memorial Gardens Chapel 30 minutes prior to the service.
Jennifer Pryor Green (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Ms. Jennifer Pryor Green, 55, entered into rest May 15, 2006. Funeral services will be conducted Saturday, May 20 at Green Grove Missionary Baptist Church at 11:00 a.m. Rev. Williams will be officiating. Interment will be at Southside Cemetery. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Larry D. Watkins (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. Larry D. Watkins, 51, husband of Mrs. Darlene Watkins entered into rest Monday, May 15, 2006 at Doctor's Hospital. Funeral services will be held today, Thursday, at 2:30 P.M. from the chapel of Hatcher, Chance & Hydrick Funeral Directors with Pastor Mark Taylor, Sgt. John Pruitt and Sgt. Herbert Smith officiating. Interment will follow in Westview Cemetery. Pallbearers will be his fellow firemen. If desired memorials may be made to Friendship United Methodist Church, 3027 Tobacco Rd, Hephzibah, GA 30815. Hatcher, Chance & Hydrick Funeral Directors 2502 Richmond Hill Road Augusta, Georgia 30906.
Willie Jackson (Augusta, Ga.)
AUGUSTA Ga. - Funeral services for Mr. Willie Jackson, who entered into rest on Saturday, May 13, 2006, will be conducted this Saturday, May 20, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. at Mt. Moriah Baptist Church with Reverend Elroy Wilson officiating. Interment will be at St. Thomas Grove Church Cemetery.
Lillie Mae Gardner (RIDGEWAY, S.C.)
RIDGEWAY, S.C. - Funeral services for Miss Lillie Mae Gardner are private and under the direction of SC Cremation & Memorial Society, Aiken. Miss. Gardner, 81, of Ridgeway, died Tuesday, May 16, 2006 at Fairfield Health Care. A daughter of the late Henry and Pauline Mathis Gardner, she was born and lived most of her life in Aiken County. She is survived by two daughters, Betty J. Wright, Holly Hill, SC and Barbara Conrad, Three Rivers, Michigan; two sons, Tommy Gardner, Aiken, SC and Jerry Gardner, Harlem, (NYC), NY; two sisters, Evalene Breeland, Aiken, SC and Mamie White, Augusta, GA. Miss Gardner is also survived by five grandchildren and a host of great grandchildren. Visit www.southcarolinacremation.com to sign the online condolence register. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Lillian Lambert Allen (GREENVILLE, S.C.)
GREENVILLE, S.C. - Graveside services for Mrs. Lillian Lambert Allen will be held today at noon in Sunset Memory Gardens, Graniteville, SC. Hatcher Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Langley, SC
Tracy G. Delk (BARNWELL, S.C.)
BARNWELL, S.C. - Tracy G. Delk, 68, of Barnwell died Wednesday, May 17, 2006 in the Aiken Regional Medical Center. Mr. Delk was born in Barnwell County and was the son of the late Sarah Delk Rotz. He was a US Marine veteran and served as mayor of Hilda, S.C. for a number of years. He was a retired construction superintendent. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. Funeral services will be held at 3 PM Saturday in the Mole Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Billy Mew officiating. Burial will follow in the Barnwell County Memory Gardens on Reynolds Rd. Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday evening at Mole Funeral Home. Survivors include his wife, Mary Jo Delk of Barnwell; sons, Barry Delk of Swansea, S.C., Shannon Delk of Summerville, S.C.; daughters, Rachel (Milton) Walter and Edna Sue Delk of Swansea, Katherin (Craig) Biltoft and Julie (Troy) Needham of Spartanburg, S.C., Cheryl Priester of Christianburg, Va., Laurie (Lee) Abbott of HealingSprings, S.C.; 18 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by a son, Victor Delk. Mole Funeral Home (803) 259-3166. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Barbara Adams Grant (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
HEPHZIBAH, Ga. - Entered into rest Wednesday, May 17, 2006 at her residence, Ms. Barbara Adams Grant of New Karleen Road. Funeral services will be conducted Saturday, May 20, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. from W. H. Mays Mortuary Chapel with Rev. Dr. Albert M. James officiating. Interment will be in Walker Memorial Park. The family will receive friends at the funeral home this evening, Friday, May 19, 2006 at 6:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Ms. Grant was a member of Macedonia Baptist Church and a member of the Cecil Dunlap Order of Eastern Star. Survivors are two daughters, Pamela A. Grant and Fredericka (Earl) Lewis-Cado, both of Hephzibah, GA; five grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; stepmother, Mollie Cummings; three sisters, Delores (Bootsie) Carroll, Rena Mae Cummings and Elise Bynes; eight brothers, Nelson (Hattie) Cummings, Stephen Cummings, Curtis Cummings, Robert (Geneva) Cummings, Harry (Bea) Cummings, Floyd Cummings, Ernest Cummings and Charles (Freddie) Rogers; one aunt, Helen Mitchell; two Goddaughters; and a host of other relatives and friends. Friends may call the residence or W. H. Mays Mortuary, 1221 James Brown Boulevard, Augusta, GA (706) 722-6401. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Jerome John Benoit (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - SFC Jerome John Benoit, US Army, ret'd., 81, of Augusta entered into rest, Saturday, May 13, 2006. Born in Benton County, MN, he was a son of the late William and Elizabeth Kloeppner Benoit. He retired from the US Army after 27 years of service, having served during the Vietnam War, and had lived in Augusta for the last 33 years. Survivors include his wife of 52 years, Raimunde K. Benoit; his son, Jerry Benoit and wife, Peggy of Danielsville, GA; his daughter, Ruth Rayburn and husband, Burt of Augusta; four grandchildren, Heather Shutley, Christy Rayburn, Vanessa Jackson, and Erica Coppley; six great-grandchildren, Evon, Isaac, Abrianna, Brendon, Faith, and Kaylee; one brother and four sisters living in Minnesota and other relatives living in Germany. A graveside service was held at 11:00AM Wednesday, May 17, 2006 at Bellevue Memorial Gardens with full military honors accorded by the Fort Gordon Ceremonial Detail. Poteet Funeral Homes West Chapel, 3686 Wheeler Road, Augusta, GA 706-860-0009.
Janet B. Hester (LIBERTY, S.C.)
LIBERTY, S.C. - Entered into rest after a long illness on Wednesday, May 17, 2006 in Anderson, SC., Mrs. Janet B. Hester, 47, wife of Frank Schiliro of Liberty, SC., daughter of Joyce Freeman Hester of Brunswick, Ga. and the late G. Bertrand Hester. Other family members include her sisters, Julie Hester of Soperton, Ga., Beannie Foulke of Brunswick, Joy Buckingham of Kensington, Maryland; brothers, Glenn Hester of St. Simon's Island, Ga., Greg Hester of Brunswick and several nieces and nephews. A memorial Mass will be held Saturday, May 20, 2006 at 7:00 p.m. at St. Williams Catholic Church in St. Simons Island. Flowers may be sent to the St. Williams Church, 2300 Frederica Rd, St. Simon's Island, Ga. 31522 before 4:00 p.m.today. Any written condolences to the family may be sent to 206 Sutherland Dr., Brunswick,Ga. 31525. Memorials may be made to the Glynn County Humane Society, 4627 US Hwy 17 North, Brunswick, Ga. 31525 Thomas Poteet & Son Funeral Directors: 214 Davis Rd. Augusta, Ga. 30907 Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Effie Crosby (AIKEN, S.C.)
AIKEN, S.C. - Mrs. Effie Brown Crosby, 51, of Aiken, died Thursday, May 11, 2006 at her residence. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 PM Saturday, May 20, 2006, at the Midland Valley First Church of the Nazarene. Rev. Alan Faulkner will officiate. A second memorial service will be held at 2:00 PM, Sunday, May 21 at Old Fort Baptist Church, Summerville, SC. Shellhouse Funeral Home, Inc., 924 Hayne Ave., Aiken, SC
Marvin W. Wilks (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest Tuesday, May 16, 2006 at his residence, Mr. Marvin William Wilks, Jr. of Maxwell House, Greene Street. Memorial services will be held Saturday, May 20, 2006 at 2:30 p.m. from W. H. Mays Mortuary Chapel with Rev. Clarence Grier, Pastor, Hosannah Baptist Church officiating. Mr. Wilks retired from the United States Navy after serving our country for many years. Survivors are three daughters, Toni Porter, Cheryl Tull and Michelle Wilks; one son, Mark Wilks; one son-in-law, seven grandchildren and one great-granddaughter, all of Boston, MA; four brothers, Raymond (Dorothy) Wilkes, James Wilkes, Robert Wilkes and Donald (Shirley) Wilkes; sister-in-law, Paulette Wilkes; one aunt, Carrie Wilkes; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Friends may call W. H. Mays Mortuary, 1221 James Brown Boulevard, Augusta, GA (706) 722-6401. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Alonzo Abney (JOHNSTON, S.C.)
JOHNSTON, S.C. - Alonzo Abney, Jr., 81, entered into eternal rest on Monday, May 15, 2006 at the Trinity Mission Rehab and Nursing Center. Funeral Services will be held 2:00 pm Friday, May 19, 2006 at the Union Baptist Church with the Rev. Nathaniel Langford officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Survivors include his wife, Minnie L. Abney; four daughters, Jessie Abney, Mary Helen McCalister, Emma Abney, and Brenda Padgett (Willie); two sons, David Abney,Sr. and James Dobey (Deloris); 12 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren; a sister, Gussie Washington; two brothers, Willie James Abney (Josephine) and Milton Abney; four sisters- in-law, Dottie Abney, Betty Key (Michael), BettyWiliams, and Dorothy Williams; three brothers-in-law, Howard Williams (Raine), Heyward Williams (Darlene) and Alfred Williams (Queenie); and a aunt, Rosetta Childs. Amos & Sons Funeral Home, Johnston, SC. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Herbert C. James (JACKSONVILLE, Fla.)
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - Mr. Herbert C. James, 10504 Greenville Rd., Jacksonville, died on Monday May 15, 2006. Funeral services will be held Saturday May 20, 2006 at 11:00 A.M. from Saint Galilee Baptist Church with Rev. Tracy Wheeler officiating. Interment will be in Rest Haven Memorial Garden, Highway 24, Sandersville, Ga. M.C. Smith Funeral Home, Sandersville, in charge.
William Edward Ensley (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - William Edward Ensley entered into rest Tuesday May 16, 2006 at Portsbridge Hospice. Mr. Ensley lived most of his life in the Augusta area. Mr. Ensley is survived by a brother Kevin Ensley of Co. Ed enjoyed his friends and they enjoyed him. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Arrangements made by Elliott Sons Funeral Home Columbia Road Chapel.
Margaret H. Smith (LINCOLNTON, Ga.)
LINCOLNTON, Ga.- Mrs. Margaret H. "Peggy" Smith, 76, wife of the late Mr. E.D. "Smitty" Smith, of 156 Peachtree St., entered into rest on Monday, May 15, 2006 at her residence. Graveside services will be held Friday May 19, 2006 at 11 a.m. in Savannah Valley Memorial Gardens, Thomson, Ga. with Chaplain John Hawkins officiating. Mrs. Smith was an active member of the American Legion Auxiliary Post 194 of Lincolnton, Ga., the Forty and Eight La Societe de Femme Cabane 719 de Georgia of Augusta, Ga. and a member of the Lincolnton United Methodist Church. Survivors include three daughters and a son-in-law, Candy and Steve Pavliscsak of Thomson, Ga., Tina S. Goldman of Lincolnton and Dana Smith of Akron, Ohio; one grandson, Chris Goldman and wife, Marcella; three granddaughters, Niaya and Minta Pavliscsak and Lacey Goldman; two great-grandsons, C.J. Goldman and Baili Pavliscsak and one great-granddaughter, Carson Goldman. Pallbearers will be Walt Armour, Robert Ashmore, Bill Bradford, Chris Goldman, C.J. Goldman, Flint Matthews and Richard Welch. Honorary Pallbearers will be members of the American Legion Post 194 and Locale Voiture 719 in Augusta. If so desired memorial contributions may be made to Carville Star, C/O Nancy Thomas, 4103 Serendipity, Martinez, Ga. 30907. The family said that Mama Peg would request that everyone enjoy a Margarita in her memory. Rees Funeral Home 195 Peachtree St. Lincolnton, Ga. (706) 359-3222, is in charge of arrangements.
Muriel S. Pittman (LYONS, Ga.)
LYONS, Ga. - Mrs. Muriel S. Pittman, age 78, of Lyons (Johnson Corner Community) died Tuesday, May 16, 2006, surrounded by her family in Conyers, Ga. She was a native of Johnson County, living most of her life in the Johnson Corner Community. She was retired from Oxford Manufacturing Company and was a longtime member and supporter of Rocky Creek Baptist Church. She was a wonderful mother, an extraordinary woman and a blessing to all who knew her. The most important thing in her life was her family. In March, at the dedication of the "Healing Garden" at Winship Cancer Center, Emory Hospital in Atlanta, a brick was dedicated in her honor. It was engraved - Muriel S. Pittman "Our Hero". Her courage, strength and wisdom will be an inspiration to us all. She was preceded in death by her husband, James L. Pittman and her brother, Carl Smith. Mrs. Pittman is survived by four daughters and sons-in-law, Linda and Donald Siggins of Yuba City, Calif., Carolyn and Ben Poole of Conyers, Beverly and Ray Varnadore of Waycross and Pansy and Jimmy Paxson of Bostwick; two sons and daughters-in-law, Ray and Joann Pittman of Johnson Corner and Danny and Trina Pittman of Hephzibah; one brother and sister-in-law, Winford and Martha Sue Smith of Soperton; one sister and brother-in-law, Nell and William Newton of Blairsville; one sister-in-law, Varela Brasselle of McDonough; one brother-in-law, Lee Jones of Macon; 14 grandchildren, Andrea (Dave) Billings, Caron Poole and Rebecca (Roger) Poole-Ward, Jesse, Rana, Lindy and Magan Varnadore, Melanie (Justin) Martin and Mary (Donte') Collier, Josh and Amy Pittman and Hunter, Eric and Ryan Pittman; three great-grandchildren, Emily and Sarah Billings and Caralise Poole-Frazier and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services for Mrs. Muriel S. Pittman will be held Saturday, May 20th at 1:00 p.m. at the Rocky Creek Baptist Church with Reverend Carl Knowles and Reverend Kevin Moore officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Friday evening from 5 to 9. It was Mrs. Pittman's wish that donations be made to Rocky Creek Baptist Church, 2298 Johnson Corner Road, Lyons, GA 30436 in her memory. Murchison Funeral Home of Vidalia is in charge of arrangements. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Johnny Washington (SANDERSVILLE, Ga.)
SANDERSVILLE, Ga. - Mr. Johnny Washington, 3644 Highway 68 N., Sandersville, died on Monday May 15, 2006 at the Washington County Medical Centery. Funeral services will be held Saturday, May 20, 2006 at 4:00 P.M. from Zion Hope Baptist Church, Tennille, Ga. with Rev. Grady Bell officiating. Interment will be in the Smith Grove Cemetery. M.C. Smith Funeral Home in charge.
Hattie Wilkinson (TIGNALL, Ga.)
TIGNALL, Ga. - Mrs. Hattie Wilkinson died May 16, 2006 at the age of 96. Funeral services for Mrs. Hattie Wilkinson will be held on Saturday, May 20, 2006 at 12:00 p.m. at the Twin Oaks Baptist Church located at 2671 Tignall Road, Washington, Ga. 30673, (706) 678-4986. Burial and/or interment will take place at Black Rock A.M.E. Church located at 4415 Hulin Ave., Tignall, Ga. 30668. Relatives and friends are welcome at the McClendon Memorial Funeral Home located at 215 Mercer Street, Washington, GA 30673, (706) 678-2656.
Marvin W. Wilks (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest Tuesday, May 16, 2006 at his residence, Mr. Marvin William Wilks, Jr. of Maxwell House, Greene Street. Memorial services will be held Saturday, May 20, 2006 at 2:30 p.m. from W. H. Mays Mortuary Chapel with Rev. Clarence Grier, Pastor, Hosannah Baptist Church officiating. Mr. Wilks retired from the United States Navy after serving our country for many years. Survivors are three daughters, Toni Porter, Cheryl Tull and Michelle Wilks; one son, Mark Wilks; one son-in-law, seven grandchildren and one great-granddaughter, all of Boston, MA; four brothers, Raymond (Dorothy) Wilkes, James Wilkes, Robert Wilkes and Donald (Shirley) Wilkes; sister-in-law, Paulette Wilkes; one aunt, Carrie Wilkes; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Friends may call W. H. Mays Mortuary, 1221 James Brown Boulevard, Augusta, GA (706) 722-6401. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Harvey Hulin (TIGNALL, Ga.)
TIGNALL, Ga. - Mr. Harvey Hulin died on May 17, 2006 at the age of 58. Funeral services for Mr. Harvey Hulin will be held on Saturday, May 20, 2006 at 2:30 p.m. at Reeves Chapel Baptist Church located at 1199 Sandtown Road, Tignall, Ga. 30668, (706) 285-2746. Relatives and friends are welcome at the McClendon Memorial Funeral Home located at 215 Mercer Street, Washington, Ga. 30673, (706) 678-2656.
Wanda Thompson (HARLEM, Ga.)
HARLEM, Ga. - Mrs. Wanda Thompson of Old Louisville Rd. entered into rest Thursday, May 19, 2006 at the Doctors Hospital. Funeral arrangements will be announced later. Williams Funeral Home, 1765 M.L. King, Jr. Blvd.
Phebia Rearden (AIKEN, S.C.)
AIKEN, S.C. - Entered into rest Thursday, May 18, 2006, Mrs. Phebia Rearden, 73, of Aiken, SC, wife of Mr. Bo Rearden. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced. Hatcher Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Langley, SC.
Harvey Hulin (TIGNALL, Ga.)
TIGNALL, Ga. - Mr. Harvey Hulin died on May 17, 2006 at the age of 58. Funeral services for Mr. Harvey Hulin will be held on Saturday, May 20, 2006 at 2:30 p.m. at Reeves Chapel Baptist Church located at 1199 Sandtown Road, Tignall, Ga. 30668, (706) 285-2746. Relatives and friends are welcome at the McClendon Memorial Funeral Home located at 215 Mercer Street, Washington, Ga. 30673, (706) 678-2656.
Jerri Renee Duncan (SAVANNAH, Ga.)
SAVANNAH, Ga. - Jerri Renee Duncan, 35, daughter of Ora Manning Davis and Louis P. Davis, Sr., went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, May 17, 2006 at her home. Born in Fairfax, South Carolina, she was employed by Consolidated Investment as the Supervisor of their stores in Georgia. She was a loving and loyal daughter, sister, niece, cousin and friend to all. Survivors in addition to her parents were two sisters, LouAnn (James) Davis Burnett, Laurie (Chris) Davis of Augusta; two brothers, Louis Davis, II of Augusta, and Lee (Rachel) Davis of Matthews, Georgia; an uncle, James J. (Pam) Manning, Jr. of Gray Court, S. C., dear friend, Patricia Jones; her godmother, Charlotte Anderson of Fairfax, S.C., and special nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her grandparents. A Memorial Service will be held at New Heights Baptist Church on Saturday, May 20 at 3:00 PM with Rev. Lloyd Greene officiating. The family will receive friends after the service at the church. If so desired, memorials may be made to Heritage Academy, 2230 Broad Street, Augusta, Georgia 30904 or to any charity of your choice. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Margaret H. Smith (LINCOLNTON, Ga.)
LINCOLNTON, Ga.- Mrs. Margaret H. "Peggy" Smith, 76, wife of the late Mr. E.D. "Smitty" Smith, of 156 Peachtree St., entered into rest on Monday, May 15, 2006 at her residence. Graveside services will be held Friday May 19, 2006 at 11 a.m. in Savannah Valley Memorial Gardens, Thomson, Ga. with Chaplain John Hawkins officiating. Mrs. Smith was an active member of the American Legion Auxiliary Post 194 of Lincolnton, Ga., the Forty and Eight La Societe de Femme Cabane 719 de Georgia of Augusta, Ga. and a member of the Lincolnton United Methodist Church. Survivors include three daughters and a son-in-law, Candy and Steve Pavliscsak of Thomson, Ga., Tina S. Goldman of Lincolnton and Dana Smith of Akron, Ohio; one grandson, Chris Goldman and wife, Marcella; three granddaughters, Niaya and Minta Pavliscsak and Lacey Goldman; two great-grandsons, C.J. Goldman and Baili Pavliscsak and one great-granddaughter, Carson Goldman. Pallbearers will be Walt Armour, Robert Ashmore, Bill Bradford, Chris Goldman, C.J. Goldman, Flint Matthews and Richard Welch. Honorary Pallbearers will be members of the American Legion Post 194 and Locale Voiture 719 in Augusta. If so desired memorial contributions may be made to Carville Star, C/O Nancy Thomas, 4103 Serendipity, Martinez, Ga. 30907. The family said that Mama Peg would request that everyone enjoy a Margarita in her memory. Rees Funeral Home 195 Peachtree St. Lincolnton, Ga. (706) 359-3222, is in charge of arrangements.
E. Wadus Waller (CLEARWATER, S.C.)
CLEARWATER, S.C. - Funeral services for Mr. E. Wadus Waller, 85, who died Wednesday, will be held today at 2:00 PM at Pine Grove Baptist Church, Bath, SC. Mr. Waller will be placed in the church at 1:00 PM today. Hatcher Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Langley, SC
Edna Williams (LANDOVER, Md.)
LANDOVER, Md. - Funeral services for Mrs. Edna Mobley Williams will be held 3:00 p.m. Saturday, May 20, 2006 at Young Macedonia Baptist Church. Friends may call at the funeral home after 6:00 p.m. today. G.L. Brightharp & Sons Mortuary, 614 West Avenue, North Augusta, S.C.
Gertrude T'Olliver (VARNVILLE, S.C.)
VARNVILLE, S.C. - Services for Mrs. Gertrude Rodd T'Olliver of Varnville will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, May 20, 2006 at Blunt Chapel CME Church. Burial will be in Ellis Cemetery, Varnville. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, may 10, 2006 at Riley's Hampton Chapel. Mrs. T'Olliver died May 16, 2006 at Oakwood Health Center, Walterboro, S.C. Riley's Hampton Chapel, Inc. is in charge of the arrangements.
James Mims (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. - Mr. James Mims, Jr., 65, entered into rest May 15, 2006 at the National Healthcare Center. Funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m. Saturday, May 20, 2006 at Mt. Olive Baptist Church with the Rev. James Reynolds officiating. Interment will be in the church cemetery. Survivors include a daughter, Mary J. (James) Roberts; two sons, Joseph (Lorraine) Mims and Willie J. (Lori) Patten; six sisters, Luvina McKie, Endia (John Henry) Mims, Alese (James) Crawford, Mary (Robert) Freeman, Susie (David) Williams and Ruth (Herman) McKie; one brother, J.C. (Ida) Mims; eight grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Friends may call at the residence of Susie (David) Williams, 135 Edwards Drive. G.L. Brightharp & Sons Mortuary, 614 West Avenue, North Augusta, S.C.
Rosa Battie Morgan (LOUISVILLE, Ga.)
LOUISVILLE, Ga. - Funeral services for Mrs. Rosa Battie Morgan who died Sunday, May 14th will be held Saturday, May 20, 2006 at 2:00 P.M. at the New Fleming Baptist Church and Cemetery. Survivors include her children, Catherine and Robert Lewis, Rose and Freddie Thomas, Barbara Battie, Brenda and Willie Jackson, Eddie and Hilda Morgan, Elizabeth and Benjamin Thompson, Linda and Raymond Pearson, Jr., Leroy and Lydia Battie, Larry and Shelia Washington; her sister, Annie Wesley, grands, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Ranson Clements (GROVETOWN, Ga.)
GROVETOWN, Ga. - Mr. Edward R. Clements, 68, entered into rest Tuesday, May 16, 2006. Survivors include Vince and Brandi Clements, Lydia and Damian Hullender, Jason Scritchfield, Larry and Glen Clements and his former wife, Nancy Clements. Memorial services will be held, May 21, 2005 at 5:00 P.M. with visitation one hour prior at Thomas Poteet & Son Funeral Directors, 214 Davis Rd., Augusta, GA 30907 (706)364-8484.
E-2 Sherrika L. Wilson (SEATTLE, Wash.)
SEATTLE, Wash. - Private E-2 Sherrika L. Mack Wilson of Seattle entered into rest Thursday, May 11, 2006. Funeral services will be held Saturday, May 20, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at the Greater Young Zion Baptist Church with Rev. Darius Dock officiating. Burial will be at Mt. Olive Memorial Garden. Pvr. Wilson was a native of Augusta, Ga. and a graduate of T.W. Josey High School and was presently serving in the U.S. Army. Survivors are her mother, Theodoisa Mack; brother, Nathaniel Mack; two aunts, Sherrie Lyons, Augusta and Carolyn Kitchens, Plant City, Florida; uncles, Leroy Williams, Brelyn Cooper, Ft. Pierce, Florida, Robert Lockett, Melvin Lockett, Augusta and John Mack, Waycross, Ga.; a host of cousins, other relatives and friends. Williams Funeral Home, 1765 Martin Luther King, Jr., Blvd. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Janet B. Hester (LIBERTY, S.C.)
Gertrude T'Olliver (VARNVILLE, S.C.)
Ranson Clements (GROVETOWN, Ga.)
Herbert C. James (JACKSONVILLE, Fla.)
Lillian Lambert Allen (GREENVILLE, S.C.)
Charlie Williams (TWIN CITY, Ga.)
Janet Hutchison (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Margaret H. Smith (LINCOLNTON, Ga.)
E. Wadus Waller (CLEARWATER, S.C.)
Barbara Adams Grant (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
Jerome John Benoit (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Beatrice W. Lee (LINCOLNTON, Ga.)
Harvey I. McLeod (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Philip S. Clark (JOHNSTON, S.C.)
John Rainsford (EDGEFIELD, S.C.)
Thomas Lee Cantrell (GLOVERVILLE, S.C.)
Bettye Riner (SWAINSBORO, Ga.)
Jennifer Pryor Green (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Frances Schrock (LYNCHBURG, Va.)
Hattie Wilkinson (TIGNALL, Ga.)
Teresa Nguyen Young (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Johnny Washington (SANDERSVILLE, Ga.)
Betty Hayward (BARNWELL, S.C.)
Ila Rea Bussell Wilson (THOMSON, Ga.)
Derrick C. Rahney (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Barbara Adams Grant (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
Alvin H. McClain (ALEXANDER, Ga.)
Ila Rea Bussell Wilson (THOMSON, Ga.)
E. Wadus Waller (CLEARWATER, S.C.)
Lillian Allen (GREENVILLE, S.C.)
Frankie Mae Mack (AIKEN, S.C.)
Christine London (MILLEN, Ga.)
Rosa Battie Morgan (LOUISVILLE, Ga.)
Jennie J. Carter (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Frances Schrock (LYNCHBURG, Va.)
Lillie Mae Gardner (RIDGEWAY, S.C.)
James Mims (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Larry D. Watkins (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
William Edward Ensley (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Ruth Goodall Lane (LAUDERDALE, FL.)
Tracy G. Delk (BARNWELL, S.C.)
Billy Warthen (SANDERSVILLE, Ga.)
Jerri Renee Duncan (SAVANNAH, Ga.)
Charles Stallings (JACKSON, S.C.)
James Mims (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Harvey I. McLeod (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Frankie Mae Mack (AIKEN, S.C.)
Minnie H. Leopard (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
President salutes athletes of the 2006 Winter Games
WASHINGTON - President Bush welcomed "dudes and dudesses" from the U.S. Winter Olympic team on Wednesday in a White House ceremony that included a most unusual prop - a signed football jersey from Donovan McNabb.
President salutes athletes of the 2006 Winter Games
Player keeps quiet; bond isn't dropped
Woman completes record around-the-world journey
Timing error voids Gatlin's record
Local courts brace for tennis championships
Barcelona ends 14-year drought
Clijsters' bid for top spot put on hold
Area 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.
Local courts brace for tennis championships
Finding an available tennis court in Augusta might be tough this weekend, as more than 1,000 players will compete for the Georgia State Adult Championship at five of Augusta's major tennis sites.
Woman completes record around-the-world journey
OSLO, Norway - Dee Caffari became the first woman to sail alone and nonstop the "wrong way" around the world Thursday after an often harrowing 179 days at sea.
Player keeps quiet; bond isn't dropped
DURHAM, N.C. - One of three Duke University lacrosse players charged with rape remained silent Thursday as he appeared in court for the first time, watching as his attorney asked the judge to move the case along quickly.
Field is down to nine
BALTIMORE - Kentucky Derby winner Barbaro tops a nine-horse field for Saturday's Preakness, the smallest for the second leg of the Triple Crown since 2000.
Ah Day not part of field
BALTIMORE - The stakes were too high for Ah Day to make the $1 million Preakness on Saturday at Pimlico.
Clijsters' bid for top spot put on hold
ROME - Kim Clijsters lost her chance to reclaim the No. 1 ranking Thursday when she fell 6-4, 7-6 (2) to Dinara Safina in the third round of the Italian Open.
Barcelona ends 14-year drought
SAINT-DENIS, France - Spain heads into the World Cup with the biggest club title in European soccer.
Overtime
Hephzibah senior Porsha White signed basketball scholarship papers with North Georgia College & State at the school's media center on Thursday.
Timing error voids Gatlin's record
LONDON - Not so fast, Justin.
Trainers count on history
BALTIMORE - A Kentucky Derby loser isn't necessarily a Preakness loser.
Overtime
Hephzibah senior Porsha White signed basketball scholarship papers with North Georgia College & State at the school's media center on Thursday.
Overtime
Dan Ross, who set the record for most Super Bowl receptions with the Cincinnati Bengals in 1982, collapsed and died shortly after an evening jog in Haverhill, Mass. He was 49.
Trainers count on history
BALTIMORE - A Kentucky Derby loser isn't necessarily a Preakness loser.
Assault charges brought
LOS ANGELES - Chicago Bears cornerback Ricky Manning Jr. and two former UCLA football players were charged with assault Thursday for allegedly taking part in an early morning fight at a restaurant in April.
Little girl makes big impression singing onstage with McBride
'Da Vinci Code' subtly softens novel's material
While it will still offend some Christians, it turns out that the movie version of "The Da Vinci Code" subtly softens some of the religiously disputed aspects of Dan Brown's novel.
Little girl makes big impression singing onstage with McBride
It's great for anyone when dreams come true, and that's what happened recently to 8-year-old Jaycie Ward, of Beech Island, when she got to sing onstage with country superstar Martina McBride.
Marching unit's founder is honored
Bridgette Jackson had planned the evening to celebrate the accomplishments of the children who make up the South Augusta Marching Unit, but little did she know there was a surprise in store for her.
For the record
Kimberly Rena Appleby, also known as Kimberly Appleby Smith, 37, of the 2500 block of Springwood Drive, theft by taking
Around the block
Robert Moon, of the Savannah River Archaeological Research Program, will present a free program on various periods of American Indian prehistory at 6 p.m. today at Phinizy Swamp Nature Park, 1858 Lock and Dam Road. The Pfizer Pavilion will be open at 5 p.m. for picnickers. Call (706) 828-2109.
Health and fitness calendar
The HEALTH AND FITNESS CALENDAR is a listing of support groups, activities and lectures. Send information to Health Calendar, The Augusta Chronicle Newsroom, P.O. Box 1928, Augusta, GA 30903-1928. Send information by fax to (706) 722-7403 and send e-mail to ryan.wehmeyer@augustachronicle.com. Please include a contact name and phone number.
Library events
The Augusta Main Branch Library, 902 Greene St., will be closed Sunday, May 28. All Richmond County libraries will be closed Memorial Day, Monday, May 29.
Can you find it?
This week's image is a relaxing and entertaining place. If you think you know where it is, call (706) 823-3708 by 2 p.m. Friday and leave your name, area code and telephone number, and how to spell your name. Please be specific. If your name is picked from among the correct answers, you will win a gift from The Augusta Chronicle
Post happenings
Post Happenings lists events, programs and other community notices from Fort Gordon. Send information to Fort Gordon Calendar, attention Ryan Wehmeyer, The Augusta Chronicle, P.O. Box 1928, Augusta, GA 30903-1928.
Reunions
T.W. JOSEY HIGH SCHOOL 1976: Seeking classmates for a 30-year reunion Thursday, June 1; call Cynthia Brown Anthony (706) 228-3303
This week
Verdi's La Traviata: 8 p.m. Friday-Saturday; Grover C. Maxwell Performing Arts Theatre, Augusta State University, 2500 Walton Way; $15-$45; students, faculty members, staffers with Augusta State ID free; (706) 737-1453
Program shows pupils what Fort Gordon is like
Shooting laser guns and watching a demonstration by Fort Gordon's military working dogs gave some members of Aiken Middle School's Talented and Gifted program their first taste of the military and Fort Gordon.
Coach stresses staying on right track
It's been five years since a new banner proclaiming the success of an athletic team was hung at East Augusta Middle School, and members of the girls track team are becoming antsy waiting for theirs to arrive.
Reading program will keep children entertained
Children soon will take a vacation from school, but they don't have to take a vacation from reading, said Carolyn Fortson, the head of children's services for the East Central Georgia Regional Library.
Artists from around world honor James Brown
Chouaieb Saidi says he has loved James Brown since he was a child in Tunisia, Africa.
Camp hopes to impress positive image on boys
Registration for the Positive Boys, Positive Men camp will be from noon to 2 p.m. Saturday in the new gym at T.W. Josey High School.
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School lunch menu
School lunch menu through May 26.
Milestones
Elizabeth Harrison, of Augusta, has been named to the dean's list at the University of Cincinnati.
Firefighters put participants' skills to test
It's all in a day's work for firefighters. As part of their duties, they must climb flights of stairs in full gear; sometimes, they must carry unconscious victims from a fire; and they must also be able to get a hose to its intended destination quickly.
Speaker warns graduates that competition for jobs is fierce
Paine College officials say more than 100 graduates celebrated their accomplishments during the school's commencement ceremonies May 7 at Bell Auditorium.
Georgia Farmers Market
This is a list of commodities available at the Georgia Farmers Market, 1150 Fifth St. Prices and availability of produce are subject to change.
Club awards thousands in grants, scholarships
With two sons in college, Gail Fitzpatrick needs all the help she can get to fund her own college education.
Seniors Calendar
The Seniors Calendar lists items of interest to senior citizens. Call the service agencies for information. To list your activity, write to Seniors Calendar, The Augusta Chronicle, P.O. Box 1928, Augusta, GA 30903-1928.
Military milestones
- Fort Gordon has made the following announcements:
Field in Kids Count scholarship contest is narrowed
Michael Kantz was not feeling lucky on May 9, so when the 13-year-old Paul Knox Middle School seventh-grader's name was the first one called in the drawing for The Augusta Chronicle Make Kids Count scholarship competition, he was shocked.
Club awards thousands in grants, scholarships
Artists from around world honor James Brown
Program shows pupils what Fort Gordon is like
Firefighters put participants' skills to test
Camp hopes to impress positive image on boys
Field in Kids Count scholarship contest is narrowed
Speaker warns graduates that competition for jobs is fierce
Marching unit's founder is honored
Coach stresses staying on right track
Reading program will keep children entertained
Rathe glad to just have opportunity
Films that cause tongues to wag are not unusual
CBS adds four new series to fall schedule
TV producers say they're worried about ads in shows
NEW YORK - On the CBS comedy "How I Met Your Mother" this week, Marshall and Lily were in the midst of an argument that led to breaking their engagement when they suddenly decided they were hungry, and headed to Red Lobster.
Fox has different schedules pre- and post-'Idol'
NEW YORK - Brad Garrett's return to domestic comedy and two new thrillers are among the few changes on Fox's fall schedule as the most popular network for young viewers pledged stability for next season - as much as it can muster.
TV producers say they're worried about ads in shows
Another 'Idol' gets the boot
NEW YORK - Tears streamed from "American Idol" judge Paula Abdul's eyes when the result was announced. The audience stood and clapped, paying their respects.
Jamie Foxx leads BET nominees
LOS ANGELES - Jamie Foxx leads the field with five nominations for the 2006 BET Awards, including best male R&B artist and best actor.
Fox has different schedules pre- and post-'Idol'
CBS adds four new series to fall schedule
NEW YORK - CBS is canceling its Sunday movie franchise in favor of two successful crime procedurals and will add a new Thursday series next fall with James Woods portraying a defense attorney who becomes a prosecutor.
French star Tautou helps crack 'Da Vinci Code'
Former Beatle Paul McCartney, wife to separate
Correction: Georgia-Florida Game story
Correction: Georgia-Florida Game story
- An Across Georgia item in Tuesday's editions of The Augusta Chronicle about University of Georgia President Michael Adams' objections to the phrase "world's largest cocktail party" to describe the Georgia-Florida game contained an error.
Films that cause tongues to wag are not unusual
Before one frame was shown, The Da Vinci Code, a cinematic adaptation of the Dan Brown novel, attracted controversy. The film and book were denounced by church leaders as blasphemous, and Mr. Brown was charged with (and acquitted of) plagiarism in England. So strong were feelings surrounding the story that the film crew was unable to shoot at some of the novel's more notable locations, including Westminster Abbey.
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