Key West pirate museum a treasure trove
Key West pirate museum a treasure trove
KEY WEST, Fla. - Pat Croce's passion for pirates is written all over him.
Barrett, Anderson suspended
NEW YORK - Chicago Cubs catcher Michael Barrett was suspended for 10 games, and White Sox outfielder Brian Anderson five games for a bench-clearing brawl that led to four ejections.
Seminoles give Tar Heels boot in second round
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - Shane Robinson hit a bases-loaded single in the bottom of the ninth to give Florida State a 7-6 win over North Carolina on Thursday and eliminate the No. 2 seeded Tar Heels in the Atlantic Coast Conference Tournament.
Chicago finds a way to lose
CHICAGO - The usher watching over Wrigley Field's Section 134 first turned in astonishment and then buried his head in his hands, just deeply enough so that the button on his hat was visible.
Clemson edges past Georgia Tech in ninth
Seminoles give Tar Heels boot in second round
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - Shane Robinson hit a bases-loaded single in the bottom of the ninth to give Florida State a 7-6 win over North Carolina on Thursday and eliminate the No. 2 seeded Tar Heels in the Atlantic Coast Conference Tournament.
Committee gets no rest holiday weekend
JACKSON, Miss. - Larry Templeton has done his homework.
Bulldogs outslug Gamecocks
HOOVER, Ala. - Jonathan Wyatt, Joey Side and Jason Jacobs had key hits to help Georgia rally from an early nine-run deficit and beat South Carolina 16-10 on Friday in a Southeastern Conference Tournament elimination game.
Orioles' Lopez ends losing skid
SEATTLE - A struggling Rodrigo Lopez allowed two hits in 7Q dominant innings of the Baltimore Orioles' 2-0 victory over the Seattle Mariners on Thursday.
Commodores shut down Gamecocks
HOOVER, Ala. - David Price hurled a complete game and Pedro Alvarez and Dominic de la Osa hit homers as Vanderbilt beat South Carolina 11-1 in the second round of the Southeastern Conference Tournament.
Granderson keeps Tigers' streak going
DETROIT - Curtis Granderson drove in a career-high five runs and the Detroit Tigers won their seventh game in a row, beating the Cleveland Indians 8-3 on Friday night.
Orioles' Lopez ends losing skid
Clemson edges past Georgia Tech in ninth
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - Pinch hitter Ben Hall singled home Taylor Harbin with the winning run in the bottom of the ninth inning and Clemson edged Georgia Tech 3-2 in an Atlantic Coast Conference Tournament on Thursday.
Webb nails down 8th win
CINCINNATI - Brandon Webb became the first Arizona pitcher to open a season 8-0 when he threw his second consecutive shutout, a 3-0 victory over the Cincinnati Reds on Friday night.
Commodores shut down Gamecocks
Coors Field has changed image
DENVER - The Colorado Rockies aren't playing like they used to, and neither is their ballpark.
Granderson keeps Tigers' streak going
DETROIT - Curtis Granderson drove in a career-high five runs and the Detroit Tigers won their seventh game in a row, beating the Cleveland Indians 8-3 on Friday night.
Dodgers are suddenly the talk of baseball
Mets pick up pitcher
NEW YORK - The New York Mets made another trade to help their injury-depleted pitching staff Thursday, acquiring Dave Williams from the Cincinnati Reds for a minor leaguer.
Committee gets no rest holiday weekend
Dodgers are suddenly the talk of baseball
LOS ANGELES - The Los Angeles Dodgers have been socked with injuries to significant players since the season began, including Eric Gagne, Normar Garciaparra and Kenny Lofton.
Astros can't steal victory
WASHINGTON - Tears of sadness streamed down both of Frank Robinson's cheeks, and his voice quivered, even in the aftermath of an 8-5 victory. The Washington Nationals manager had been cornered into a move rarely seen in baseball, the benching of a catcher in the middle of an inning.
Webb nails down 8th win
CINCINNATI - Brandon Webb became the first Arizona pitcher to open a season 8-0 when he threw his second consecutive shutout, a 3-0 victory over the Cincinnati Reds on Friday night.
Mets make another trade
PHILADELPHIA - The New York Mets made their third trade for pitching in three days, sending right-hander Jeremi Gonzalez to the Milwaukee Brewers on Friday for reliever Mike Adams.
Braves likely to put McCann on DL
CHICAGO - As Friday began, the Atlanta Braves were again hopeful that catcher Brian McCann was within a day or two of returning to the lineup.
Braves likely to put McCann on DL
Braves' bats finally come alive in San Diego
SAN DIEGO - One night after Chipper Jones lamented Atlanta's inability to score runs in San Diego, the Braves gave Petco Park and the Padres' pitching staff a good workout.
Braves' bats finally come alive in San Diego
Augustan returns as market's leader
Augustan returns as market's leader
An Augusta native will serve as Wachovia Bank's next Augusta-Aiken market president.
Shingles vaccine approved by FDA
Two hotels will rise in one's place
Shareholders blast CEO over paycheck
ATLANTA - The Home Depot Inc.'s chief executive officer did little Thursday to quell the uproar among some shareholders over his hefty pay, stifling debate at the company's annual meeting as the board members who approved the compensation didn't show up to defend themselves.
Lay, Skilling convicted in Enron collapse
HOUSTON - Former Enron Corp. chiefs Kenneth Lay and Jeffrey Skilling were convicted Thursday of conspiracy to commit securities and wire fraud in one of the biggest business scandals in U.S. history.
Yahoo, eBay to join forces
SAN FRANCISCO - Internet powerhouses Yahoo Inc. and eBay Inc. are joining forces in an alliance that further defines the battle lines in an online showdown with rivals Google Inc., Microsoft Corp. and AOL.
Harley-Davidson looks to expand Asian market
Lay, Skilling biggest catch of all scandals
HOUSTON - Enron was always the big fish.
Regions Financial, AmSouth will merge
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - Regions Financial Corp. is paying about $9.8 billion in stock to acquire hometown rival AmSouth Bancorporation in a deal announced Thursday that would create one of the nation's biggest bank holding companies.
Authority describes goals for this year
Augusta Commissioner Andy Cheek has publicly criticized the Downtown Development Authority in recent weeks.
Authority describes goals for this year
Shingles vaccine approved by FDA
WASHINGTON - A new and more potent version of the chickenpox vaccine has won federal approval to prevent shingles, the often excruciatingly painful disease that can strike the elderly when the chickenpox virus emerges after lying dormant for decades.
Court to rule on Delta deal
ATLANTA - Delta Air Lines Inc.'s quest for another round of wage cuts from its pilots has hit some turbulence in an unlikely place - the bankruptcy court.
Harley-Davidson looks to expand Asian market
MILWAUKEE - With its foray into China under way and an eye toward boosting sales overseas, Harley-Davidson is looking to sell its iconic motorcycles in India and Vietnam.
Shareholders blast CEO over paycheck
Regions Financial, AmSouth will merge
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - Regions Financial Corp. is paying about $9.8 billion in stock to acquire hometown rival AmSouth Bancorporation in a deal announced Thursday that would create one of the nation's biggest bank holding companies.
Treasury concedes telephone tax fight, promises refunds
WASHINGTON - The Treasury Department said Thursday it will eliminate a tax on long-distance telephone calls and refund about $13 billion collected from callers.
Two hotels will rise in one's place
The days and hotel stays at Augusta Inn & Conference Center are numbered.
Treasury concedes telephone tax fight, promises refunds
WASHINGTON - The Treasury Department said Thursday it will eliminate a tax on long-distance telephone calls and refund about $13 billion collected from callers.
Taking the controls
LOS ANGELES - Traditionally, the only women in video games were digital.
Lay, Skilling convicted in Enron collapse
HOUSTON - Former Enron Corp. chiefs Kenneth Lay and Jeffrey Skilling were convicted Thursday of conspiracy to commit securities and wire fraud in one of the biggest business scandals in U.S. history.
Lay, Skilling biggest catch of all scandals
The problem still remains
Local leaders should not fool themselves into thinking they've solved anything by accepting Larry Rogers' resignation as manager of the Augusta-Richmond County Civic Center.
Why reward this?
Where there is no pride, there is no shame.
Freedom requires responsibility
There was only justice, not "rich-man's" justice, for Enron founder Kenneth Lay and his former CEO Jeffrey Skilling.
Iraq victory is near; let's not blow it
The problem still remains
Local leaders should not fool themselves into thinking they've solved anything by accepting Larry Rogers' resignation as manager of the Augusta-Richmond County Civic Center.
Freedom requires responsibility
Iraq victory is near; let's not blow it
With roadside bombs and surprise attacks, jihadists killed nearly 20 Iraqis and injured many more in and around Baghdad last weekend.
A world-class act
He gives away tons of turkeys at Thanksgiving. He gives away oodles of toys at Christmas.
Baby bobble earns Britney the sympathy vote
NEW YORK - Britney Spears. She's so easy to make fun of. Even her song titles conspire to mock her: "Oops, She Did It Again!" But the latest HEAD:s about America's most maligned mother are evoking a new sentiment from fellow moms.
Clerk: Lawyers say CBS, Howard Stern have settled dispute
NEW YORK - Lawyers on both sides of the CBS Corp. and Howard Stern breach of contract lawsuit said Wednesday they have settled.
Soul of America festival scheduled to open today
Ready or not, here it comes.
Video of Hong Kong man scolding fellow bus rider becomes Internet hit
HONG KONG - A six-minute film showing a grumpy man scolding a fellow Hong Kong bus rider for interrupting his phone call has become one of the most popular videos online.
Baby bobble earns Britney the sympathy vote
NEW YORK - Britney Spears. She's so easy to make fun of. Even her song titles conspire to mock her: "Oops, She Did It Again!" But the latest HEAD:s about America's most maligned mother are evoking a new sentiment from fellow moms.
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.
Aging tends to cut into time spent on the lake
I'll never forget it. Forty years ago, I'd fish in all kinds of weather, starting at dawn and staying 'til dusk. Rain or shine, hot or cold - it didn't matter, as long as I was catching fish. I was 31.
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.
Aging tends to cut into time spent on the lake
I'll never forget it. Forty years ago, I'd fish in all kinds of weather, starting at dawn and staying 'til dusk. Rain or shine, hot or cold - it didn't matter, as long as I was catching fish. I was 31.
Peonies provide months of pleasure
Peonies provide months of pleasure
Peonies are perhaps the longest lasting beauties of the flower garden. Not the flowers themselves, which are as short-lived as any other perennial flower. But the young spears that precede the flowers add a bit of reddish color to the early flower garden and the long lasting, dark green foliage remains a lush oasis even in the glare of midsummer sun.
Summer landscapes can be just as appealing as spring's
Augusta's spring landscapes are always saturated with flowering shrubs, but spring passes and it's summer. Where does all the color go?
Summer landscapes can be just as appealing as spring's
Augusta's spring landscapes are always saturated with flowering shrubs, but spring passes and it's summer. Where does all the color go?
GreenJackets fend off pesky Crawdads
On paper, Joe Martinez's outing for the Augusta GreenJackets on Friday night looked pretty good: 7q innings pitched, five hits, three earned runs, seven strikeouts, two walks.
GreenJackets fend off pesky Crawdads
On paper, Joe Martinez's outing for the Augusta GreenJackets on Friday night looked pretty good: 7q innings pitched, five hits, three earned runs, seven strikeouts, two walks.
Hickory turns it around
For the first 20 innings of their home series against the Hickory Crawdads, it seemed the only thing the Augusta GreenJackets needed to do offensively was put the ball in play.
Hickory turns it around
For the first 20 innings of their home series against the Hickory Crawdads, it seemed the only thing the Augusta GreenJackets needed to do offensively was put the ball in play.
Woods will miss first Memorial
Stiles rides wind to lead
MEMPHIS, Tenn. - Darron Stiles grabbed a two-stroke lead with 6-under-par 64 on Friday after the second round of the St. Jude Classic, where winds gusting to 20 mph for a second consecutive day played havoc with the dry fairways and hard greens at the TPC at Southwind.
Woods will miss first Memorial
Still coping with the death of his father, Tiger Woods decided Friday to skip the Memorial Tournament for the first time, meaning he will be coming off the longest layoff in his career when he goes to the U.S. Open.
Jacobsen zips past local hero Morgan
EDMOND, Okla. - Peter Jacobsen took advantage of his playing partner's inside knowledge of Oak Tree Golf Club to take the lead at the Senior PGA Championship.
Jacobsen zips past local hero Morgan
EDMOND, Okla. - Peter Jacobsen took advantage of his playing partner's inside knowledge of Oak Tree Golf Club to take the lead at the Senior PGA Championship.
Morgan leads Senior PGA
EDMOND, Okla. - Playing on his home course, Gil Morgan shot 5-under-par 66 on Thursday to take a one-shot lead over playing partner Peter Jacobsen after the first round of the Senior PGA Championship at Oak Tree Golf Club.
Strom's line is full of holes
Strom Thurmond coach Lee Sawyer felt a bit different about his football team this spring. If you pressed him this time last year, he'd tell you his Rebels were good enough to win a region championship.
Strom's line is full of holes
Strom Thurmond coach Lee Sawyer felt a bit different about his football team this spring. If you pressed him this time last year, he'd tell you his Rebels were good enough to win a region championship.
Gretzky's wife might sue Jersey
TRENTON, N.J. - Wayne Gretzky's wife and a Phoenix assistant coach might sue New Jersey for $50 million each, contending their reputations were damaged after state officials leaked information from wiretaps in a case involving a multimillion-dollar sports betting ring.
Gerber, Carolina shut down Buffalo
BUFFALO, N.Y. - Goaltender Martin Gerber put the Carolina Hurricanes back on track and the banged-up Buffalo Sabres on their heels in the Eastern Conference finals.
Gretzky's wife might sue Jersey
Gerber, Carolina shut down Buffalo
BUFFALO, N.Y. - Goaltender Martin Gerber put the Carolina Hurricanes back on track and the banged-up Buffalo Sabres on their heels in the Eastern Conference finals.
Get out there and send us some vacation mementos
A desk is a dangerous place from which to watch the world.
Get out there and send us some vacation mementos
A desk is a dangerous place from which to watch the world.
After Charles Larke - then what?
'I was prepared to tell the truth: I was not involved' in scheme
Remember who our real enemy is
Almost five years after 9-11, Americans have no idea the danger they are in today. Many believe we are fighting al-Qaida, the Taliban and, of course, the war in Iraq against improvised explosive devices. No wonder we are so confused.William Sleighter, Washington, Ga.
Be patient - your bigoted day will come
Remember who our real enemy is
Be patient - your bigoted day will come
Patience. That's all The Augusta Chronicle's editorial staff needs, just a little time and patience.Charles Heywood, Martinez
Paper bags for yard waste make sense
After Charles Larke - then what?
I have been following the on-going saga regarding Richmond County School Superintendent Larke's annual evaluation.Bill Field, Augusta
Paper bags for yard waste make sense
This year, I had the opportunity to work with 125 environmental science students. As we've learned about landfills and municipal solid waste, we've also learned about the biodegradability of different materials.Kathy Pearson, Augusta
'I was prepared to tell the truth: I was not involved' in scheme
When children are young and they dart out into the street, a parent instinctively escorts them back onto the sidewalk to get them to safety.Sue Burmeister
Porsche Cayman S is spirited, eager
Hasbro halts plans for dolls based on risque music group
Porsche Cayman S is spirited, eager
Porsche officials decided about six years ago to create the Cayman S, sort of a hardtop hatchback version of Porsche's least expensive car, the Boxster roadster.
Hasbro halts plans for dolls based on risque music group
PAWTUCKET, R.I. - Hasbro Inc. shelved plans Wednesday to release a line of dolls based on the Pussycat Dolls, an all-female music group known for risque lyrics and skimpy outfits.
Coach wants to build Lynx
In his three seasons as coach of the Florida Everblades, from 1998 to 2001, Bob Ferguson wasn't a fan of playing in Augusta - even though he led one of the top teams in the ECHL.
Coach wants to build Lynx
In his three seasons as coach of the Florida Everblades, from 1998 to 2001, Bob Ferguson wasn't a fan of playing in Augusta - even though he led one of the top teams in the ECHL.
Funding for MOX program uncertain
Memorial Day closings
The following schedules have been announced for Memorial Day:
Rants and raves
I'D LIKE TO make a big rave for T.W. Josey High School. I want to congratulate them for being on their best behavior at Carowinds theme park. I don't know the school, but I saw them getting on their bus in an orderly manner and taking care of business. So a rave for them on an awesome job well done.
Ruling could aid in water quality fight
Kid of the Day
John Austin Pennington, of Evans, is today's kid of the day.
Deal is offered in theft
A man who drove off in a stolen car with a toddler strapped in the back seat pleaded guilty Thursday to reduced charges.
St. Joseph might have buyer
St. Joseph Hospital has signed a letter of intent to sell to a Texas-based hospital chain that will likely include local physicians as owners of part of the hospital, officials announced Friday.
Recreation Department employs ex-convicts
Though requirements for working in Richmond County Recreation Department youth programs are strict when it comes to having a criminal record, at least five ex-convicts are employed in the city's recreation centers, with a sixth about to come on board.
Buyout is among options for Larke
A buyout of Superintendent Charles Larke's contract in excess of $200,000 is one of two proposals expected to be presented to the Richmond County Board of Education on Tuesday, more than one school board member has told The Augusta Chronicle.
ATF will review New York's gun stings
NEW YORK - The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms is examining the results of an unusual sting set up by the City of New York, in which private investigators recorded themselves purchasing handguns at shops in several states.
News you can use
ART GALLERY EXHIBIT: Works by Ethan Brock, along with works by gallery artists in The Bin Show, will be on display through June 2 at the Mary Pauline Gallery, 982 Broad St. The gallery is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday-Friday and 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday. For more information, call (706) 724-9542.
Across Georgia
ATLANTA - Georgia's congressional delegation this week defeated what it said was an effort by lawmakers in Alabama and Florida to prevent Atlanta from drawing more water from the Chattahoochee River.
Crowd is sparse on first day
One hour after the inaugural James Brown Soul of America Music Festival was scheduled to begin and one hour before the first act took the stage, event organizer Charles "Champ" Walker Jr. admitted that the first lesson already had been learned.
Across the area
South Carolina health officials warned Edgefield County residents Friday to avoid stray animals after a man was attacked by a rabid cat this week.
Bauer could go home soon
GREENVILLE, S.C. - South Carolina Lt. Gov. Andre Bauer, who survived a fiery plane crash this week, was in good condition despite a "fever spike" and could go home as early as today, hospital officials said.
Deputy is fired
A Richmond County sheriff's deputy has been fired in connection with a sexual incident, Sheriff Ronnie Strength said Friday.
Rants and raves
TO THE RANTER complaining about the cats having to be put to sleep after the rescue in Appling: the cats were rescued from a life of disease and suffering, you nimrod. Even I have compassion for that, and I don't like cats.
Effort urges denial of nuclear cost plan
Mayor fires police chief
AIKEN - Johnston police Chief Butch Easler has been fired, months after he became the focus of a state investigation into criminal misconduct and was suspended.
Attorney delays woman's trial
Vehicular homicide charges against an Augusta woman have been put on hold and could be dismissed because of a missing witness.
Iraq may again see Stewart's soldiers
SAVANNAH, Ga. - Soldiers in the 1st Brigade of the Fort Stewart-based 3rd Infantry Division must be ready to deploy to Iraq again before Christmas, the division's commander said this week.
Effort urges denial of nuclear cost plan
ATLANTA - Environmental and community activists on Thursday urged state regulators to deny Georgia Power's request to charge customers about $51 million in planning and application costs for new nuclear reactors.
Kid of the Day
Jayda Arianne Ellington, of Augusta, is today's kid of the day.
Project costs to increase
Labor unrest in copper mines in Chile and a booming Asian economy sucking up all the available steel and concrete means University Hospital will end up paying millions more for its major renovation, officials said Thursday.
Graduating with honor
AIKEN - Pamela Key often said she hoped her son Steven would be the first in the family to attend college.
Bauer could go home soon
GREENVILLE, S.C. - South Carolina Lt. Gov. Andre Bauer, who survived a fiery plane crash this week, was in good condition despite a "fever spike" and could go home as early as today, hospital officials said.
Plan would raise sales tax to get property tax relief
COLUMBIA - A committee of senators and representatives agreed to a $500 million property tax relief plan late Thursday.
Funding for MOX program uncertain
The future of the mixed oxide fuel program at Savannah River Site is unclear after a vote in the U.S. House of Representatives on the energy appropriations bill.
Across the Southeast
TAMPA, FLA. - A grand jury indicted 26 Orlando-area residents on charges of making fraudulent claims for federal assistance after the two hurricanes that struck the Gulf Coast last year, prosecutors said Thursday.
Snake sightings up
Slithering is on the rise in Columbia County.
Across South Carolina
CHARLESTON - A mother has been charged after her 2-year-old son appeared in a video laced with guns and profanity, police said.
Crowd is sparse on first day
One hour after the inaugural James Brown Soul of America Music Festival was scheduled to begin and one hour before the first act took the stage, event organizer Charles "Champ" Walker Jr. admitted that the first lesson already had been learned.
Across Georgia
Fake Katrina aid filing gets man probation
Records on fatal accident released
Rants and raves
I'D LIKE TO make a big rave for T.W. Josey High School. I want to congratulate them for being on their best behavior at Carowinds theme park. I don't know the school, but I saw them getting on their bus in an orderly manner and taking care of business. So a rave for them on an awesome job well done.
Johnston police chief fired
AIKEN -- Johnston police Chief Butch Easler, who was suspended in September pending the outcome of a state investigation into wrongdoing, has been fired, according to the town's mayor.
Recreation Department employs ex-convicts
Rants and raves
TO THE RANTER complaining about the cats having to be put to sleep after the rescue in Appling: the cats were rescued from a life of disease and suffering, you nimrod. Even I have compassion for that, and I don't like cats.
Bauer may be released from hospital today
GREENVILLE, S.C. - Lt. Gov. Andre Bauer could be released from the hospital as early as late this morning as he recovers from injuries suffered in a plane crash earlier this week, a hospital spokeswoman said.
News you can use
Georgia officials will begin providing cooling assistance for low-income citizens June 1 for the first time since 2000.
Bauer may be released from hospital today
GREENVILLE, S.C. - Lt. Gov. Andre Bauer could be released from the hospital as early as late this morning as he recovers from injuries suffered in a plane crash earlier this week, a hospital spokeswoman said.
Officials compare budgets
With the amount of money Columbia County government will spend per resident in county services for the next year, a person could buy either a nice digital camera, a high-end iPod or a desktop computer.
Panel accepts budget
COLUMBIA - State budget conference committee members hailed the budget they tentatively approved Friday evening, but kept it out of sight.
Taxpayers boost fund to aid families of Guard members
ATLANTA - Georgia taxpayers have used a new checkoff box on the state's income-tax forms to give about $84,000 for a fund set up to aid the families of the state's National Guard members and reservists.
Pupil to represent area in spelling bee
We're outta here!
Six-year-olds Sarina Hunsberger (left) and Lacie Bryant run down the sidewalk as they finish the final day of classes at Roy E. Rollins Elementary School. All Richmond County schools have let out for the summer.
Snake sightings up
Slithering is on the rise in Columbia County.
Ex-substitute sentenced
Billy Fray Cleveland walked out of a Columbia County courtroom Thursday morning into a crowded lobby of family and friends waiting to hug and congratulate him.
Pupil to represent area in spelling bee
There's no particular preparation, special talent or even a rabbit's foot tucked in his back pocket.
Time to play
Grant Williams (left) plays with his friend Steve Burgess' dog, Beefcake, on Broad Street. Mr. Williams is the owner of the It's Gone Consignment store on Broad Street.
Future will be like past for criminal
Ruling could aid in water quality fight
A U.S. Supreme Court ruling could strengthen the authority of South Carolina and Georgia to issue water quality guidelines for the Savannah River shoals below Augusta's Diversion Dam, according to environmental groups.
Panel accepts budget
COLUMBIA - State budget conference committee members hailed the budget they tentatively approved Friday evening, but kept it out of sight.
Future will be like past for criminal
A man who has spent the past 40 years in and out of prison is headed back, possibly for the last time.
Across Georgia
Fake Katrina aid filing gets man probation
Records on fatal accident released
A bent piece of equipment and a lack of supporting wires led to a tower collapse in which a Fort Gordon soldier was killed nearly two years ago, newly released Army records show.
Iraq may again see Stewart's soldiers
Taxpayers boost fund to aid families of Guard members
ATLANTA - Georgia taxpayers have used a new checkoff box on the state's income-tax forms to give about $84,000 for a fund set up to aid the families of the state's National Guard members and reservists.
Memorial Day closings
The following schedules have been announced for Memorial Day:
Appeals Court opinion voids sentence change
Man who killed wife goes to prison for life
In minutes it was over. Todd R. Paslay began a life sentence Friday for murdering his wife.
Across the Southeast
TAMPA, FLA. - A grand jury indicted 26 Orlando-area residents on charges of making fraudulent claims for federal assistance after the two hurricanes that struck the Gulf Coast last year, prosecutors said Thursday.
St. Joseph might have buyer
St. Joseph Hospital has signed a letter of intent to sell to a Texas-based hospital chain that will likely include local physicians as owners of part of the hospital, officials announced Friday.
Plan would raise sales tax to get property tax relief
COLUMBIA - A committee of senators and representatives agreed to a $500 million property tax relief plan late Thursday.
Buyout is among options for Larke
Complaints multiply after claim
The number of complaints against a Richmond County teacher quadrupled after she filed a complaint against the superintendent, according to her personnel file.
Complaints multiply after claim
ATF will review New York's gun stings
Across South Carolina
BEAUFORT - More than two dozen boxes of student tests were flown by private jet to Minnesota on Thursday after FedEx officials determined they were shipped to the wrong Brooklyn.
Appeals Court opinion voids sentence change
The Georgia Court of Appeals announced an opinion Thursday stating that a change to a December sentencing involving a statutory rape conviction should not have occurred.
Texas company, St. Joseph reach agreement
St. Joseph Hospital has signed a letter of intent to sell to a Texas-based hospital chain that will likely include local physicians as owners of part of the hospital, officials announced today.
School reserve fund shrinks
The Richmond County school system's financial reserves are dwindling to the point that Controller Gene Spires admits he's not comfortable.
5/26/2006 - The Augusta Chronicle
Richmond County police are investigating a stabbing at about 9 a.m. today in Goshen subdivision.
Memorial Day closings
The following schedules have been announced for Memorial Day:
Across the area
The recording industry is striking back by suing people suspected of illegally downloading music across the country, including Augusta.
Man who killed wife goes to prison for life
In minutes it was over. Todd R. Paslay began a life sentence Friday for murdering his wife.
Williams very close to a breakthrough in boxing
When your name is generic enough that the first image it conjures up is the mop-topped singer-songwriter-actor who gave the world Rainy Days and Mondays, Kermit the Frog's Rainbow Connection and the theme to The Love Boat, you need something to distinguish yourself.
Vatican newspaper reviews 'Da Vinci Code'
Vatican newspaper reviews 'Da Vinci Code'
VATICAN CITY - "The Da Vinci Code" film was "much ado about nothing' and the fuss surrounding it was nothing more than a clever marketing strategy to increase sales at the box office, the Vatican newspaper wrote in a review published Tuesday.
Carey turns to 'American Idol' judge to help spice up summer tour
Ludacris, Kanye West find their 'Stand Up' attacked in N.Y. court
Janet Jackson says she gained weight for a movie role
NEW YORK - Janet Jackson, newly svelte after losing 60 pounds, says she gained weight for a role in the upcoming movie "Tennessee," which she ultimately had to pass on because of her new album.
Carey turns to 'American Idol' judge to help spice up summer tour
NEW YORK - Mariah Carey is tapping a longtime friend - "American Idol" judge Randy Jackson - to help her mix things up a bit on her "Adventures of Mimi" tour, which kicks off in August.
Ludacris, Kanye West find their 'Stand Up' attacked in N.Y. court
NEW YORK - With some jurors nodding their heads to the beat, lawyers sparred over whether rappers Ludacris and Kanye West stole the essence of another song to create the 2003 hit "Stand Up."
Janet Jackson says she gained weight for a movie role
NEW YORK - Janet Jackson, newly svelte after losing 60 pounds, says she gained weight for a role in the upcoming movie "Tennessee," which she ultimately had to pass on because of her new album.
Former stars just couldn't stay away
INDIANAPOLIS - Al Unser Jr.'s weathered face lit up at the mere suggestion. What would it be like to come down to the final laps of the Indianapolis 500 in a side-by-side duel with Michael Andretti?
Drivers are giving a test run to corn-based fuel
Former stars just couldn't stay away
Drivers are giving a test run to corn-based fuel
INDIANAPOLIS - Even race car drivers care about the ozone layer.
Mavs use 'D' to even the series
DALLAS - See, these really are a new breed of Dallas Mavericks. They truly can play defense.
Injury bug nags Mavericks, Suns
DALLAS - The Phoenix Suns and Dallas Mavericks have overcome injuries all season. So it's no surprise they're both scrambling to change their lineups after losing starters in Game 1 of the Western Conference finals.
Injury bug nags Mavericks, Suns
DALLAS - The Phoenix Suns and Dallas Mavericks have overcome injuries all season. So it's no surprise they're both scrambling to change their lineups after losing starters in Game 1 of the Western Conference finals.
Heat ready to regain swagger
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LeRoy G. Peters (MIDDLEBURG, Pa.)
MIDDLEBURG, Pa. - Mr. LeRoy G. Peters, 91, entered into rest Tuesday, May 23, 2006 at the home of his daughter. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 A.M. Saturday May 27, 2006 at Pinecrest Mennonite Church, Stapleton Ga., with Ministers Randall Goossen, Ken Diller, and Brian Dyck officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Mr. Peters, a native of Clare County, Michigan, had lived in Jefferson County for 28 years. He then retired back in Michigan. He was a retired dairy farmer and mason and a member of Pinecrest Mennonite Church. Survivors include two daughters, Marcille (Lyle) Holdeman, Middleburg, PA. and Patricia (Marion) Holdeman, Stapleton, Ga.; three sons, Alden Peters, Stapleton, Ga., Ardis (Susie) Peters, Dawsonville, Ga., Glenn (Letha) Peters, Stapleton Ga.; two sisters, Lottie Unruh, Louisville, Ga., Myrtle Krick, Ithaca, Michigan; three brothers, Russell Peters, Ithaca, Michigan, Howard (Josephine) Peters, Ithaca, Michigan, Ivan (Joyce) Peters, Louisville, Ga. Pallbearers will be grandsons. Memorial may be made to the Pinecrest Mennonite Church. Family will receive friends from 6:00 - 8:00 Friday evening May 26, 2006 at Pinecrest Mennonite Church. James Funeral Home- Wrens, GA. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Nicole Bailey (MARTINEZ, Ga.)
MARTINEZ, Ga. - Miss Ja'Lisa Nicole Bailey, 4, entered into rest Saturday, May 20, 2006 at the Medical College of Georgia. Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 am on Saturday, May 27, 2006 at West Acres Baptist Church with Pastor Larry Harmon officiating. Interment will follow in Goose Creek, S.C The family will receive friends on Saturday, May 27, 2006 from 9:30 am until 10:30 am in the church. Miss Bailey will be missed by a host of family members and friends. Platt's Funeral Home, 337 N. Belair Road, Evans, GA 30809 - (706) 860-6166. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Moses Kendrick ()
THOMSON, Ga. Funeral service for Mr. Moses Kendrick, Jr. of Thomson will be held Saturday, May 27, 2006 at 2:00 P.M. at the Lithonia Baptist Church, Camak, Ga., Minister Tracy Reese, officiating, interment in Briscoe Cemetery. Survivors are one son, Troy (Lynette) Kendrick of Atlanta; two daughters, Brenda Kendrick of Thomson and Jocelyn Kendrick of Augusta; two sisters, Shirley Crawford of Augusta and Sarah Kendrick of Thomson; two brothers, William Kendrick of Thomson and Joseph Jackson of Augusta; seven grandchildren and four great-grandchildren, other relatives and friends. Thomson Funeral System, Thomson, Ga. in charge. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Mary Lizzie Jones (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. - Ms. Mary Lizzie Jones, 69, of 135 Wesley Dr., North Augusta departed this life on Saturday, May 20, 2006 from the University Hospital, Augusta, Ga. Funeral service will be held Saturday, May 27, 2006 at 2:00 P.M. from the Mt. Zion Baptist Church, Beech Island, S.C. with the Rev. Henry Ingram, officiating. Burial will follow in the Hankerson Cemetery, Jackson, S.C. Survivors include two daughters, Patricia McElmurray, North Augusta and Evelyn (Allen) Sheppard, Jackson, S.C.; one son, Bobby Jones, North Augusta; one aunt, Lucille Washington, Beech Island; 10 grandchildren and23 great-grandchildren. Friends may call a the residence or at Jackson Brooks Funeral Home 3:00 P.M. Friday. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Robert L. 'Bobby' Snell (GROVETOWN, Ga.)
GROVETOWN, Ga. - Entered into rest on Thursday, May 18, 2006, Mr. Robert Lorenzo "Bobby" Snell, beloved son of Robert D. Snell and Kathryn Powell Snell of Grovetown, GA. Mr. Snell was born and raised in Augusta, GA. He was a 1973 graduate of George P. Butler High School. Mr. Snell was an avid sports fan. His passions included football, baseball, NASCAR and classic cars. While traveling was one of his favorite hobbies, his most favorite part was dining out. Mr. Snell was a chemical operator here in Augusta for many years and was of the Methodist faith. Additional survivors include his sister; Kathy S. Evans and her husband, Bill of Grovetown and a niece, Katie Evans also of Grovetown. Chapel services will be conducted today, Friday, May 26 2006, 2PM, in the Chapel of Thomas Poteet & Son with Dr. Michael Ruffin officiating. Serving as pallbearers will be Wilson Folk, Mike Grady, Larry Knight, Tommy Snell, Brian Snell and Frank Williams. Interment will follow in Westover Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 2623 Washington Rd., Suite F-104 Augusta, GA 30904. Friends may call at the residence of Bill and Kathy Evans. Thomas Poteet & Son Funeral Directors, 214 Davis Rd. Augusta, GA 30907 (706)364-8484.
Jean Boyd (CLEARWATER, S.C.)
CLEARWATER, S.C. - Jean Henderson Boyd, 72, beloved wife of fifty-five years to Robert H. Boyd, of Second Avenue, entered into rest Wednesday, May 24, 2006, at her residence following an extended illness. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, May 28, 2006, in the chapel of Rowland Funeral Home. Interment will be in Jackson Memorial Park, Jackson, SC. Pallbearers will be Robert Hewitt Boyd, Michael Brandon Huls, Josh Stephens, Carleton Purks, Jim Boatwright, Joey Holley and Marion Smith. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Saturday, May 27, 2006 from 5 to 7 p.m. Mrs. Boyd was a life-long resident of Clearwater, SC and was the daughter of the late Tillman Henderson and Lessie Wooten Henderson. Mrs. Boyd was a member of Clearwater Baptist Church. The family would like to express their appreciation to Regency Hospice and to Dr. Miroslav Zotovic for their care and compassion. Mrs. Boyd was preceded in death by her brother, John El Henderson and one grandson, Cody Lee Stephens. Additional survivors include one son, Robert Hewitt Boyd of Warrenville; three daughters, Angie Boyd of North Augusta, Betsy Dale Boyd Stephens-Holley of Jackson, and Kimberly Boyd Purks of Fernandina Beach; one sister, Pat H. Sumerau of North Augusta; five grandchildren, Janelle, Bobby, April, Michael Brandon and Josh; four great-grandchildren. Memorials may be made to the Cody Lee Stephens Memorial Scholarship Fund, 250 Church Road, Beech Island, SC 29842. Rowland Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Edgar Boswell (GREENSBORO, Ga.)
GREENSBORO, Ga. - Edgar Reid Boswell, Jr., age 85, of Greensboro died Thursday, May 25, 2006 at Georgia War Veterans Home in Milledgeville. Funeral service will be held Sunday, May 28, 2006 at 2 p.m. at First Baptist Church of Greensboro. Interment will follow in Greenview Cemetery. McCommons Funeral Home, Greensboro, in charge of arrangements.
Alice W. Smart (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest Sunday, May 21, 2006 at her residence, Mrs. Alice W. Smart, 95, of Grand Boulevard. Funeral services will be conducted Saturday, May 27, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. from Moses Baptist Church with Reverend Willie Greene officiating. Interment will be in Cedar Grove Cemetery. Survivors are two sons, David (Pat) Williams and Eddie Lee Foreman, both of Augusta, Georgia; four daughters, Mary (Rommie) Dunbar, Augusta, Georgia, Clara (Monnie) Downing, Plymouth, North Carolina, Bea Muldrow, Brooklyn, New York and Helen Whigham, Augusta, Georgia; two nephews, Ossie Thomas and Horace (Ruth) Thomas, both of Augusta, Georgia; twenty-five grandchildren; fifty great-grandchildren; twenty-five great-great grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and special friends. Friends may call the residence or W.H. Mays Mortuary, 1221 James Brown Boulevard, Augusta, GA 30901 (706) 722-6401.
John W. Johnson (PLAQUEMINE, La.)
PLAQUEMINE, La. - Entered into rest Thursday, May 18, 2006, Mr. John W. Johnson, 75, of Plaquemine, LA. Graveside services will be held Tuesday, May 30, 2006 at 2:00 PM in Sunset Memorial Gardens, Graniteville, SC Hatcher Funeral Home & Cremation Service, U.S. Hwy. No. 1, Langley, SC.
Wilburn Epley (AIKEN, S.C.)
AIKEN, S.C. - Funeral Services for Mr. Wilburn Steven Epley will be held Monday, May 29, 2006 at 11am at George Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 211 Park Avenue, SW, Aiken, with Rev. Toby Rowell officiating, Visitation will be Sunday, May 28, 2006 from 6-8pm at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be directed to Mt. Beulah Baptist Church Building Fund, 857 Mt. Beulah Road, Windsor, SC 29856. Mr. Epley, 58, of Windsor, died Thursday, May 25, 2006 at University Hospital, Augusta. Mr. Epley was born In Asheville, NC to the late Wilburn and Betty Rhymer Epley. He lived in Windsor most his life. He was a former president of the National Association Dental Laboratory. He was a member of Mt. Beulah Baptist Church were he served as a teacher in the Young Adult Sunday Scholl Class and was a member of the choir. He owned Epley Crown & Bridge and Epley Racing Stable. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. Mr. Epley is survived by his wife, MargaretHarwood Epley; a son, Steve Epley, and a daughter, Christi Epley Parrott. He is also survived by two brother, Bob Epley and Terry Epley; two sisters, Linda Graves and Wendy Epley and three grandchildren, Tyler Steven Epley, Taber Grace Epley and Ella Marie Epley. Visit www.georgefuneralhomes.com to sign the online condolence register.
Joseph Griffin (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. Joseph Earnest Griffin of Travis Road entered into rest Friday, May 19, 2006 at the Medical College of Georgia. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, May 27, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. at Second Antioch Baptist with Rev. William Bussey officiating. Burial will be at the church cemetery. Mr. Griffin, a native of Augusta, was a 1981 graduate of Hephzibah High School and was employed for 19 years as a meat chef at Villa Europa. He was a member of Second Antioch Baptist Church where he served as an usher. Survivors are his wife, Lisa Griffin, Augusta; four daughters, Jameka Griffin, Tamika Griffin, Kendra Griffin, Ashlee Griffin, all of Augusta; one granddaughter, Janiah Wilson; three sisters, Nancy Ellison, Augusta, Jacqueline (Orlando) Bradley, Hephzibah, Valerie Charles, Augusta; three brothers, Tracey (Linda) Griffin, Jessie Williams, Augusta, Budroe Bradshaw, Newark, N.J.; adopted sister, Terri Riddick, Okinawa, Japan; adopted brother, Eddie Brown, Miami, Fla.; mothers-in-law, Margaret (Joel) Walker, Augusta, Bessie Williams, Hephzibah; sisters-in-law, Vontressa Williams, Sable Williams, Hephzibah; brothers-in-law, Willie Williams, Jr., Hephzibah, Curtis Ellison, Augusta, Darryl Galloway, Iraq, Kalvin Williams, Savannah, Ga.; goddaughter, Chelsey Harmon and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins Williams Funeral Home, 2945 Old Tobacco Rd., Hephzibah, Ga. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Thomas Rushin (EDGEFIELD, S.C.)
EDGEFIELD, S.C. - Mr. Thomas (Tom) Rushin, Jr., 38, of Cantelou Road, son of Thomas (Tommy) Rushin Sr. and the late Peggy Reese Rushin died May 25, 2006 at Edgefield County Hospital. Funeral Services will be held Sunday May 28, 2006 at 2 P.M. at Edgefield First Baptist Church with burial in Sunset Gardens Memorial Park. Mr. Rushin was born in Augusta, Ga. And was a Mechanic. He was a member of Edgefield First Baptist Church. Survivors include his father and step-mother- Thomas (Tommy) Sr. and Betty Rushin, 2 Brothers- Travis Rushin, Aiken, and Tyler Rushin, Clover, S.C., 2 Sisters- Elisa Spray, North Augusta and Elaine Daly, Gaffney. Memorials may be made to the Edgefield County Hospital, P.O. Box 590 Edgefield, S.C. 29824. The family is at the home of his father on Cantelou Rd. and will receive friends from 4 to 6 P.M. Saturday at the funeral home. Edgefield Mercantile Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Charlie Lee Ivey (DEARING, Ga.)
DEARING, Ga. - Mr. Charlie Lee Ivey, 73, of Dearing, GA, passed Monday May 22, 2006. Funeral services will be Saturday May 27, 2006, 2:00 p.m. at United Pilgrim Missionary Baptist Church, Elam Church Rd., Norwood, GA. Rev. Dorothy Hart, officiating. The body will lie in state one hour prior to service. Burial will be at Society Cemetery in Mesena. Mr. Ivey leaves to cherish his memories many loving children, grandchildren other relatives and friends. Crawford Pinkston Roberts Funeral Home, 810 MLK Jr. Street. Thomson, GA. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Katherine Sanders (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest Wednesday, May 24, 2006 at University Hospital. Mrs. Katherine Sanders (85) formerly of Augusta Hills Nursing Home and 936 Florence Street. Funeral services will be conducted Monday, May 29, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. from W. H. Mays Mortuary Chapel. Interment will be in Walker Memorial Park. Friends may call W. H. Mays Mortuary, 1221 James Brown Boulevard, Augusta, GA (706) 722-6401.
Geneva D. Bailey (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest Monday, May 22, 2006 at Forest Lake Nursing Home, Mrs. Geneva D. Bailey, 74, formerly of Summer Street. Funeral services will be conducted Saturday, May 27, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. from Williams Memorial Christian Methodist Episcopal Church with Rev. Dr. Paul W. Gardner, Sr., Pastor, officiating. Interment will be in Mount Olive Memorial Gardens. Mrs. Bailey retired from Gracewood State School Hospital. Survivors are her husband, John Bailey; three daughters, Janice P. Quinn, Joan M. McNair and Sharon A. Swails; three sons, Carl M. Bailey, John F. (Jeanette) Bailey and Edward Quinn; two sisters, Catherine Archie and Ola Mae Wright; one brother, Willie Dennis; one aunt, Betsy Striggles; thirteen grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Friends may call 1630 Apple Valley Drive or W. H. Mays Mortuary, 1221 James Brown Boulevard, Augusta, Georgia 30901 (706) 722-6401
Juanita Mayes (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest Friday, May 26, 2006 at Meadow Grove Personal Care Home, Mrs. Juanita Mayes of London Boulevard and Meadow Grove. Funeral arrangements will be announced later. Mrs. Mayes was a member of Broadway Baptist Church where Rev. Dr. C. W. Joyner is Pastor. Survivors are her husband, Mr. Jesse Mayes; three daughters, Joyce Mayes, Sheila M. (Roger) Johnson and Bertha M. Tillman; and a host of grandchildren, one brother, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Friends may call the residence or W. H. Mays Mortuary, 1221 James Brown Boulevard, Augusta, GA (706) 722-6401.
Mae Dorothy Perrin (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
HEPHZIBAH, Ga. - Mrs. Mae Dorothy Perrin of Knollcrest Drive entered into rest on Tuesday, May 23, 2006 at University Hospital. Funeral arrangements will be announced later. Survivors are her husband, Horace E. Perrin, Sr.; three sons, Horace E. Perrin, Jr., Terrence (Kari) Perrin, Conyers, Ga., Marcus Perrin, Augusta; several nieces, nephews and other relatives. Williams Funeral Home, 2945 Old Tobacco Road, Hephzibah, Ga.
Leon Savage (WILLISTON, S.C.)
WILLISTON, S.C. - Mr. Leon Savage, Williston, entered into eternal rest on Thursday, May 25, 2006 at the Barnwell County Hospital. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced later by Simmons Funeral Home of Williston, Inc. Family and friends may call at the residence, 717 Elko Street, Williston or Simmons Funeral Home of Williston, 13188 Main Street, Williston, SC (803) 266-7806.
Katherine H. Scavens (EDGEFIELD, S.C.)
EDGEFIELD, S.C. - Mrs. Katherine Holland Scavens, 82, of Columbia Rd., wife of Mr. Nicholas J. (Nick) Scavens, died Friday May 26, 2006 at Edgefield County Hospital. Graveside Services will be held Sunday May 28, 2006 at 5 P.M. at Eastview Cemetery Mrs. Scavens was a native of Edgefield County and a member of Edgefield First Baptist Church. She was a homemaker. Survivors include her husband, 1 Daughter- Rebecca Tidwell, Edgefield, 1 Son- Joseph (Jo) Scavens, North Augusta. 1 Grandchild and 2 Great-Grandchildren. The Family will receive friends Saturday at the home. Edgefield Mercantile Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Paul A. Fittery (SHIPPENSBURG, Pa.)
SHIPPENSBURG, Pa. - Paul A. Fittery, 76, of Shippensburg, PA, died on Wednesday, May 24, 2006 in Chambersburg, PA. Born February 18, 1930, he was a son of the late Amon and Ethel Mellott Fittery. He is survived by his wife, Karen Peters Fittery; 6 children, Richard Fittery and Paula Anderson, both of South Carolina, Ralph Fittery of Furlong, PA, William Fittery of Buckingham, PA, Julia Froman of Dublin, PA, and Katrina Etter of Chambersburg; ten grandchildren and numerous great grandchildren. Three brothers and one sister preceded him in death. Funeral Services will be conducted at 1PM Sunday May 28, 2006 in the Chapel of Thomas L. Geisel Funeral Home, 333 Falling Spring Road, Chambersburg. The Rev. Jan Bye will officiate. Viewing will be held from 6-8 PM Saturday in the funeral home. Memorial Contributions may be made to the Cumberland Valley Animal Shelter, Inc., 2325 Country Road, Chambersburg, PA 17201. Online condolences may be expressed at geiselfuneralhome.com.
Margaret Warner (CLEARWATER, S.C.)
CLEARWATER, S.C. - Memorial services for Mrs. Margaret Ann Warner will be held 2 p.m. today at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah Witnesses with Rick Culler officiating. G.L. Brightharp & Sons Mortuary, 614 West Avenue, North Augusta, S.C.
Cleveland Stokes (WAYNESBORO, Ga.)
WAYNESBORO, Ga. - Mr. Cleveland Stokes, Sr. entered into rest on Saturday, May 20, 2006. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, May 27, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. at Blount's Chapel Baptist Church. Interment will be at Second Antioch Baptist Church. The family will receive friends from 6 to 7 p.m. on Friday at the funeral home. Carter's Mortuary, 885 Waters St., Waynesboro, Ga., 706-554-7842.
Alice W. Smart (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest Sunday, May 21, 2006 at her residence, Mrs. Alice W. Smart, 95, of Grand Boulevard. Funeral services will be conducted today, Saturday, May 27, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. from Moses Baptist Church with Reverend Willie Greene officiating. Interment will be in Cedar Grove Cemetery. The funeral procession will leave the residence at 10:00 a.m. FLORIST: 9:00 a.m. W.H. Mays Mortuary, 1221 James Brown Boulevard, Augusta, GA 30901 (706) 722-6401.
Jean Boyd (CLEARWATER, S.C.)
CLEARWATER, S.C. - Jean Henderson Boyd, 72, beloved wife of 55 years to Robert H. Boyd, of Second Avenue, entered into rest Wednesday, May 24, 2006, at her residence following an extended illness. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, May 28, 2006, in the chapel of Rowland Funeral Home. Interment will be in Jackson Memorial Park, Jackson, SC. The family will receive friends at the funeral home tonight from 5 to 7 p.m. Memorials may be made to the Cody Lee Stephens Memorial Scholarship Fund, 250 Church Road, Beech Island, SC 29842. Rowland Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Adelia Carter Lyon (SENECA, S.C.)
SENECA, S.C. - Adelia Carter Lyon, 93, wife of the late Jennings B. Lyon of Seneca, died Monday, May 15, 2006 at Sterling House in Central. A native of Barnwell, S.C., Mrs. Lyon was the daughter of the late Charles Melvin and Ida Mae Morris Carter. She was a retired department manager for Sears Roebuck and was a member of Parksville Baptist Church. Mrs. Lyon was a member of the Eastern Star. Mrs. Lyon is survived by nieces, Carol Sowell of Seneca, and Joyce Lewis of Woodbridge, Va. Several other nieces and nephews also survive Mrs. Lyon. She was predeceased by a brother, Grover C. Carter. Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 P.M., Saturday, May 27, 2006 from Parksville Baptist Church with burial in Plum Branch Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 1:00-2:00 p.m., Saturday, May 27, 2006 at Parksville Baptist Church prior to the service. Memorial may be made to Parksville Baptist Church, Price Mill Road, Parksville, S.C. 29844. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.davenportfuneralhome.com . Davenport Funeral Home, Walhalla, is in charge of arrangements.
Elinor Petree Schadek (EVANS, Ga.)
EVANS, Ga. - Entered into rest on Thursday, May 25, 2006 at University Hospital, Mrs. Elinor Petree Schadek, 89, widow of the late Peter J. Schadek, Sr. Mrs. Schadek was born in Columbus, Ohio and raised in Chicago, IL. She was a graduate of the University of Illinois and a member of Delta Delta Delta Sorority. In 1935, her father, Joseph Heaton Petree, established the Perfection Bed Spring Co. in Ohio. Upon his death, Mrs. Schadek assumed the Presidency of the Corporation. She was an avid bridge player, gardener, writer and artist. Family members include her son, Peter Schadek of Evans, GA; daughters, Kathleen S. Cassel of Alexandria, VA, Gail S. Dignan of Burr Ridge, IL; six grandchildren and one great-grandchild. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to the CSRA Humane Society, 425 Wood St., Augusta, GA 30904. The family will receive friends Sunday, May 28, 2006 from 2:00 P.M. to 4:00 P.M. at Thomas Poteet & Son. Burialwill take place at a later date in Mansfield, Ohio. Thomas Poteet & Son Funeral Directors, 214 Davis Rd., Augusta, GA 30907 (706) 364-8484. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Burton Cochran (SWAINSBORO, Ga.)
SWAINSBORO, Ga. - Rev. Burton Lester Cochran, age 85, of Swainsboro, GA died on Thursday, May 25, 2006. Funeral services will be Saturday, May 27th, at 11 AM at the First Baptist Church in Swainsboro. Interment will be in Eastbrook Cemetery. Peebles-Curry-Durden Mortuary is in charge of arrangements for the funeral of Rev. Burton Lester Cochran of Swainsboro, GA.
Lawson Kendrick (NEW ELLENTON, S.C.)
NEW ELLENTON, S.C. - Mr. Lawson Kendrick, 79, of Ann Drive, New Ellenton, S. C. died May 25, 2006 after an extended illness. Lawson was born on July 10, 1926 to Quinn and Vicie Lowery Kendrick in Cleveland County, NC near Shelby. He was a U. S. Army veteran of WW II serving with the 158th Infantry Regiment during the Philippine campaign and in the occupation of Japan after the end of the war. He returned to Cleveland County NC and worked with his father as a farmer until moving to Aiken County in 1951 when he began work with DuPont at the Savannah River Plant. A resident of New Ellenton since 1954, he retired from DuPont in 1986 after 36 years in the Patrol and Security organizations at SRP. He was a long time member of Foreman Memorial Baptist Church in New Ellenton and the Berea Pals Sunday School Class. He was an avid quail hunter, fisherman, and gardener. He also enjoyed baseball throughout his life, playing as a young man, coaching youth leagues, and following major league baseball later in life. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Janett Hendrick Kendrick also from Cleveland County, NC; his son Scott Kendrick(Deanna) of Fort Mill SC, and their children William and Kathryn; his son Dale Kendrick(Suzanne) of Aiken SC, and their children Sarah and Robin; his daughter Jill Kendrick Warrington (Don) of Canton Ga, and their son Lawson. Also, surviving are three brothers, two sisters and their spouses, Edwin and Juanita Kendrick of Shelby NC, Rebecca and W. H. Borders of Rock Hill, SC, Betty Catherine and Joe Davis of Monroe NC, Lowery and Betty Jean Kendrick of Shelby NC, and Joe and Nancy Kendrick of Shelby NC. The family will receive visitors at Shellhouse Rivers Funeral Home, 715 East Pine Log Road, Aiken SC 29803 on Saturday, May 27 from 6PM until 8PM. The funeral will be held at 2PM on Sunday, May 28 at Foreman Memorial Baptist Church in New Ellenton with Revs. Tim Hendrick, Jim Duncan, and Dexter Lambert officiating. Burialwill follow at Southlawn Cemetary. Pallbearers will be Chris Beam, Johnny Buzhardt, Dewayne Deal, Joe Eubanks, Lee Josey, and Stanley Parrish. In lieu of flowers the family requests memorials be made to Foreman Memorial Baptist Church, 207 Smith Ave, New Ellenton, SC 29809 or St Joseph Foundation/Hospice, 2260 Wrightsboro Road, Augusta Georgia 30904. Please visit the online memorial at www.shellhouseriversfuneralhome.com . Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Herschel Carswell (WARTHEN, Ga.)
WARTHEN, Ga. - Mr. Herschel Lee Carswell, Warthen, died on Monday, May 24, 2006 at the Medical Center of Central Georgia. Funeral services will be held Saturday, 1:00 P.M. from Mount Olive Baptist Church, Warthen, with Rev. Henry Tanner officiating. Interment will be in the church cemetery. M.C. Smith Funeral Home in charge.
Harold D. Lee (NEW YORK, N.Y.)
NEW YORK, N.Y. - Mr. Harold D. Lee of New York, son of the late Edward Lee, Jr. and the late Katherine B. Lee, entered into rest Thursday, May 18, 2006 in New York. Memorial services will be held Saturday, May 27, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at Williams Funeral Home Chapel. Mr. Lee was a native of Augusta and had lived in New York most of his life. Survivors are two sons, Corey Lee, Augusta, Shawn Lee, New York; two sisters, Barbara Lee, New York, Angela Lee, Augusta; two brothers, Raymond Lee, Alvin Lee, New York; three grandchildren, Amina Lee, ShaCorya Lee, Sheyanne Lee, Augusta and a host of nieces and nephews. Williams Funeral Home, 1765 Martin Luther King, Jr., Blvd.
John W. Johnson (PLAQUEMINE, La.)
PLAQUEMINE, La. - Entered into rest Thursday, May 18, 2006, Mr. John W. Johnson, 75, of Plaquemine, LA. Graveside services will be held Tuesday, May 30, 2006 at 2:00 PM in Sunset Memorial Gardens, Graniteville, SC Hatcher Funeral Home & Cremation Service, U.S. Hwy. No. 1, Langley, SC.
Adelia Carter Lyon (SENECA, S.C.)
SENECA, S.C. - Adelia Carter Lyon, 93, wife of the late Jennings B. Lyon of Seneca, died Monday, May 15, 2006 at Sterling House in Central. A native of Barnwell, S.C., Mrs. Lyon was the daughter of the late Charles Melvin and Ida Mae Morris Carter. She was a retired department manager for Sears Roebuck and was a member of Parksville Baptist Church. Mrs. Lyon was a member of the Eastern Star. Mrs. Lyon is survived by nieces, Carol Sowell of Seneca, and Joyce Lewis of Woodbridge, Va. Several other nieces and nephews also survive Mrs. Lyon. She was predeceased by a brother, Grover C. Carter. Funeral services will be conducted at 2:00 P.M., Saturday, May 27, 2006 from Parksville Baptist Church with burial in Plum Branch Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 1:00-2:00 p.m., Saturday, May 27, 2006 at Parksville Baptist Church prior to the service. Memorial may be made to Parksville Baptist Church, Price Mill Road, Parksville, S.C. 29844. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.davenportfuneralhome.com . Davenport Funeral Home, Walhalla, is in charge of arrangements.
Mary Lizzie Jones (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. - Ms. Mary Lizzie Jones, 69, of 135 Wesley Dr., North Augusta departed this life on Saturday, May 20, 2006 from the University Hospital, Augusta, Ga. Funeral service will be held Saturday, May 27, 2006 at 2:00 P.M. from the Mt. Zion Baptist Church, Beech Island, S.C. with the Rev. Henry Ingram, officiating. Burial will follow in the Hankerson Cemetery, Jackson, S.C. Survivors include two daughters, Patricia McElmurray, North Augusta and Evelyn (Allen) Sheppard, Jackson, S.C.; one son, Bobby Jones, North Augusta; one aunt, Lucille Washington, Beech Island; 10 grandchildren and23 great-grandchildren. Friends may call a the residence or at Jackson Brooks Funeral Home 3:00 P.M. Friday. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Burton Cochran (SWAINSBORO, Ga.)
SWAINSBORO, Ga. - Rev. Burton Lester Cochran, age 85, of Swainsboro, GA died on Thursday, May 25, 2006. Funeral services will be Saturday, May 27th, at 11 AM at the First Baptist Church in Swainsboro. Interment will be in Eastbrook Cemetery. Peebles-Curry-Durden Mortuary is in charge of arrangements for the funeral of Rev. Burton Lester Cochran of Swainsboro, GA.
Myrtis Washington (DEARING, Ga.)
DEARING, Ga. - Entered into rest Tuesday May 23, 2006, at Thomson Manor Nursing Home. Miss Myrtis Washington, aged 85, was the beloved daughter of the late Pearl W. Beasley and sister of the late Roy B. Beasley. Funeral services will be 2 PM Saturday, May 27, 2006, at Silver Run Baptist Church with the Rev. John McMillan officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Survivors include her sister-in-law Joyce Beasley, of Dearing; two nieces, Nancy Beasley Merryman, of Dearing, and Donna Beasley; of Augusta; two nephews, David (Judy) Beasley, Sr., of Dearing, and Ralph ( Dionne) Beasley, of Marietta; one great nephew, David Beasley, Jr., of Augusta. Three great nieces, Brianna Beasley, of Dearing, Elyse Beasley, of Marietta, Amber Merryman, of Dearing; and one great-great nephew Brent Beasley, of Savannah; and numerous cousins. If so desired, memorials may be made to the Silver Run Baptist Building Fund, 5406 221 Highway SE, Harlem, Georgia 30814 Pallbearers will be Vernon Washington, Ronnie Washington, Ray Washington, Robert Wylds, Dwayne Wylds, and Seth Mason Honorary Pallbearers will be Billy Wells, Warren Wells, and David Holley The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Friday evening from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Starling Funeral Home, Hwy 78, Harlem, Ga. - Email condolence to the family at starling@familink.com.
Herschel Carswell (WARTHEN, Ga.)
WARTHEN, Ga. - Mr. Herschel Lee Carswell, Warthen, died on Monday, May 24, 2006 at the Medical Center of Central Georgia. Funeral services will be held Saturday, 1:00 P.M. from Mount Olive Baptist Church, Warthen, with Rev. Henry Tanner officiating. Interment will be in the church cemetery. M.C. Smith Funeral Home in charge.
Geneva D. Bailey (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest Monday, May 22, 2006 at Forest Lake Nursing Home, Mrs. Geneva D. Bailey, 74, formerly of Summer Street. Funeral services will be conducted Saturday, May 27, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. from Williams Memorial Christian Methodist Episcopal Church with Rev. Dr. Paul W. Gardner, Sr., Pastor, officiating. Interment will be in Mount Olive Memorial Gardens. Mrs. Bailey retired from Gracewood State School Hospital. Survivors are her husband, John Bailey; three daughters, Janice P. Quinn, Joan M. McNair and Sharon A. Swails; three sons, Carl M. Bailey, John F. (Jeanette) Bailey and Edward Quinn; two sisters, Catherine Archie and Ola Mae Wright; one brother, Willie Dennis; one aunt, Betsy Striggles; thirteen grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Friends may call 1630 Apple Valley Drive or W. H. Mays Mortuary, 1221 James Brown Boulevard, Augusta, Georgia 30901 (706) 722-6401
Leon Loutita Palmer (ATHENS, TN.)
ATHENS, TN. - Mr. Leon Loutita Palmer, age 85, of Athens, formerly of Harrison, Ga., died Thursday in Athens. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Sunday, May 28 in the May and Smith Funeral Home Chapel in Sandersville. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 1:00 p.m. utnil the hour of service.
Phyllis Dunaway (HARLEM, Ga.)
HARLEM, Ga. - Mrs. Phyllis Cambridge Dunaway,70, entered into rest Friday, May 26, 2006 at the Portsbridge Hospice of Augusta, Ga. Graveside services will be held Tuesday, May 30, 2006 at 2:00 P.M. in the Harlem Memorial Cemetery. Mrs. Dunaway was a native of Bangore, Maine. She was a Homemaker. Survivors include three sons, Richard Dunaway, Joseph Dunaway, Michael Dunaway all from Harlem. One brother Loyd Cambridge of Bangore, Maine and one sister, June Cambridge of Texas. There will be no visitation. Family and friends will assemble at the Graveside. Arrangements by Starling Funeral Home, Hwy 78, Harlem, Ga.- Email condolence to the family at starling@familink.com Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Margaret Graves Weeks (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. - Funeral Services for Mrs. Margaret Graves Weeks, 96, of North Hills Drive, North Augusta, SC, who died May 25, 2006, will be conducted Saturday morning at 11 o'clock from the Stephen D. Posey Funeral Home. Dr. Gary C. Redding officiating. Interment in Pineview Memorial Gardens. Mrs. Weeks was a native of Vienna, Georgia, a former resident of Aiken, South Carolina, having made North Augusta her home for the past 72 years. She was a member of First Baptist Church of North Augusta where she was a former Sunday School Teacher, former President of the WMU and a member of the Sheffield Club. Mrs. Weeks was a former President of the Camelia Garden, a member of the Palmetto Garden Club and was the first President of the North Augusta Garden Council. She was a charter member of the Daughters of the American Revolution Martintown Road Chapter, a member of the Search Committee for the location of the North Augusta Community Center, an avid bridge player and a graduate of the Georgia State Teacher's College, Athens, GA. Mrs. Weeks was the wife of the late Mr. Rudolph Toney Weeks. Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law, Clara and Frank Stanton, Savannah, GA; two grandchildren, Stan Stanton and Claire Wells; four great grandchildren, Jennifer Sangston, Toney McCallum, Caroline Stanton and Tripp Stanton; two great great grandchildren, Chloe McCallum and Owen McCallum; several nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends at the funeral home this Friday evening from 5 to 7. The family will be at the residence of Mrs. Claire Wells, 708 Indian Mound Drive, North Augusta, SC. Memorials may be made to St. Joseph's Hospice, 2260 Wrightsboro Road, Augusta, GA 30904 or First Baptist Church of North Augusta Building Fund, 602 Georgia Avenue, North Augusta, SC 29841. Stephen D. Posey Funeral Home of North Augusta in charge of arrangements (803-278-1181). Visit the registry online at www.poseyfuneralhome.com . Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Myrtis Washington (DEARING, Ga.)
DEARING, Ga. - Mrs. Myrtis Irene Washington, age 85, entered into rest Tuesday, May 23, 2006 at Thomson Manor Nursing Home. Miss Washington was the beloved daughter of the late Pearl W. Beasley and sister of the Late Roy B. Beasley. Funeral services will be 2:00 P.M. Saturday, May 27, 2006, at Silver Run Baptist Church with the Rev. John McMillan officating. Interment will be in the Church Cemetery. If so desire, memorials may be made to the Silver Run Baptist Building Fund, 5406, 221 Highway SE, Harlem, Georgia 30814. Pallbearers will be Vernon Washington, Ronnie Washington, Ray Washington, Robert Wylds, Dwayne Wylds, and Seth Mason. Honorary Pallbearers will be Billy Wells, Warren Wells, and David Holley. Arrangements by Starling Funeral Home, Hwy 78, Harlem, Ga. - Email condolence to the family at Starling@familink.com
Charlotte Renas (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. - Entered into rest on Thursday, May 25, 2006, Mrs. Charlotte Louise Renas, 85, of North Augusta, SC. Born in Detroit, MI, a daughter of the late Stefan and Lydia Mielke Schiepke, she had been a resident of Pontiac, MI prior to coming to North Augusta May 1, 2006. She was a homemaker and had worked for Michigan Bell as an Operator prior to the birth of her children. Mrs. Renas was a member of Grosse Pointe Baptist Church, Grosse Pointe, MI and enjoyed furniture refinishing and needlepoint. Surviving are sons, Stephen Ernest Renas, (Banjong) North Augusta, SC and Richard William Renas, (Pikool) Waterford Twp., MI; sister, Carolyn Schiepke, Detroit, MI; brother, Ray Schiepke, St. Clair, MI; and six grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband of forty-five years, Ernest W. Renas. A memorial service will be held in Grosse Pointe, MI at a later date. Memorials may be made to the Make-A-Wish Foundation of South Carolina, 726 C,Lowndes Hill Rd., Greenville, SC 29607 sc.wish.org Hatcher Funeral Home, U.S. Hwy. No. 1, Langley, SC. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Geraldine Montgomery (THOMSON, Ga.)
THOMSON, Ga. - Geraldine H. Montgomery of Central Rd. Ext. S.W., Thomson, entered into rest May 25, 2006 at Southwestern Regional Medical Center in Tulsa, Okla. She was the beloved wife of Floyd Tommy Montgomery. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced later. Beggs Funeral Home, 799 Cobbham Road, Thomson, Ga. 595-4100.
Eugenia Williams (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest Wednesday, May 24, 2006 at The Place at Augusta (Nursing Home), Mrs. Eugenia Williams, 84. Funeral arrangements will be announced later. Friends may call W. H. Mays Mortuary, 1221 James Brown Boulevard, Augusta, GA (706) 722-6401.
Margaret Warner (CLEARWATER, S.C.)
CLEARWATER, S.C. - Memorial services for Mrs. Margaret Ann Warner will be held 2 p.m. today at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah Witnesses with Rick Culler officiating. G.L. Brightharp & Sons Mortuary, 614 West Avenue, North Augusta, S.C.
Ethel Marie Aube (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. - Mrs. Ethel Marie Aube, 73, beloved wife of Robert S. Aube, of Five Notch Road, entered into rest Tuesday, May 23, 2006, at her residence. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, May 27, 2006 in the chapel of Rowland Funeral Home with Rev. Todd Brown officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home following the memorial service until 4:00 p.m. Mrs. Aube was a born in Devil Fork WV and had lived in Myrtle Beach, SC prior to moving to North Augusta twenty-six years ago. She was a Christian woman of God and studied the Rosicrucian Order. Mrs. Aube was a homemaker. Additional survivors include two sons, Jim Aube of Atlanta and Rob Aube of Myrtle Beach; one sister, Edith Folden of North Augusta; two grandchildren, Rachel Aube of Columbia and Nicholas Aube of Atlanta. The family would like to express their sincere thanks and appreciation to the staff of United Hospice for the care and compassion that was given to Mrs. Aube. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, 2623 Washington Road, Augusta, GA 30904. Rowland Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Geneva D. Bailey (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest Monday, May 22, 2006 at Forest Lake Nursing Home. Mrs. Geneva D. Bailey, 74, formerly of Summer Street. Funeral services will be conducted today, Saturday, May 27, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. from Williams Memorial Christian Methodist Episcopal Church with Rev. Dr. Paul W. Gardner, Sr., Pastor, officiating. Interment will be in Mount Olive Memorial Gardens. The remains will lie in state at the church from 1:00 p.m. until the hour of service. The funeral procession will leave the residence of her sister, Mrs. Archie at 1:00 p.m. Florist: 11:30 a.m. W. H. Mays Mortuary, 1221 James Brown Boulevard, Augusta, Georgia 30901 (706) 722-6401
Alyce D. Leonard (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. - Mrs. Alyce D. Leonard, 96, of Alta Vista Ave., entered into rest Wednesday, May 24, 2006, at University Hospital. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, May 27, 2006, in the chapel of Rowland Funeral Home with Chaplain Dexter Lambert officiating. Mrs. Leonard was a born in Ogdensburg, NY and had lived in Williston, SC twenty years prior to moving to North Augusta four years ago. She was a Catholic and was a member of Knights of Columbus Ladies Auxiliary. Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Michael, Jr. and Brenda Leonard, of North Augusta; a daughter and son-in-law, Helen and Carl Alverson, of Lisbon, NY; eight grandchildren which include Ian Renee Leonard, and Michelle Addie, both of North Augusta, nine great-grandchildren. Rowland Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Eugenia Williams (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest Wednesday, May 24, 2006 at The Place at Augusta (Nursing Home), Mrs. Eugenia Williams (84). Funeral services will be conducted Tuesday, May 30, 2006 from Trinity Christian Methodist Episcopal Church (Liberty Street, Macon, GA) at 11:00 a.m. with Reverend Curtis Jackson, Pastor officiating. Interment will be in Woodlawn Memorial Park (Macon, GA). Survivors are two loving and devoted children, a daughter, Ernestine P. Smith, Augusta, GA and a son, Benny (Guana) Williams, Milledgeville, GA; a special nephew, George Rogers, Milwaukee, WI; sister-in-law, Lillie M. Pettigrew, Pahokee, FL; five grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Friends may call the residence of her daughter or W. H. Mays Mortuary, 1221 James Brown Boulevard, Augusta, GA (706) 722-6401. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Katherine Sanders (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest Wednesday, May 24, 2006 at University Hospital, Mrs. Katherine Sanders, 79, formerly of Florence Street. Funeral arrangements will be announced later. Friends may call W. H. Mays Mortuary, 1221 James Brown Boulevard, Augusta, GA (706) 722-6401.
Margaret Graves Weeks (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. - Funeral Services for Mrs. Margaret Graves Weeks, 96, of North Hills Drive, North Augusta, SC, who died May 25, 2006, will be conducted this Saturday morning at 11 o'clock from the Stephen D. Posey Funeral Home. Dr. Gary C. Redding officiating. Interment in Pineview Memorial Gardens. Memorials may be made to St. Joseph's Hospice, 2260 Wrightsboro Road, Augusta, GA 30904 or First Baptist Church of North Augusta Building Fund, 602 Georgia Avenue, North Augusta, SC 29841. Stephen D. Posey Funeral Home of North Augusta in charge of arrangements (803-278-1181). Visit the registry online at www.poseyfuneralhome.com .
Donald P. Aaron (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest Sunday, May 21, 2006 at University Hospital, Mr. Donald Patrick Aaron, 60, of Holley Street. Funeral services will be conducted today, Friday, May 26, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. from Mount Zion African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church with Reverend Alton R. Pegues. Interment will be in Southview Cemetery. The remains will lie in state at the church from 11:30 a.m. until the hour of service. The funeral procession will leave the residence at 1:15 p.m. FLORIST: 11:45 a.m. W.H. Mays Mortuary, 1221 James Brown Boulevard, Augusta, GA 30901 (706) 722-6401.
Ethel M. Aube (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. - Mrs. Ethel Marie Aube, 73, beloved wife of Robert S. Aube, of Five Notch Road, entered into rest Tuesday, May 23, 2006, at her residence. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. today in the chapel of Rowland Funeral Home with Rev. Todd Brown officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home following the memorial service until 4:00 p.m. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, 2623 Washington Road, Augusta, GA 30904. Rowland Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
John James Lynott (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - John James "Jack" Lynott, age 68, entered into rest Friday, May 19, 2006. A graveside service will be held at 11:00AM Friday, May 26, 2006 at Westview Cemetery with Rev. Michael Davenport officiating. Poteet Funeral Homes, West Chapel, 3686 Wheeler Road, Augusta, GA (706) 860-0009.
Johnnie R. Davis (HARLEM, Ga.)
HARLEM, Ga. - Mr. Johnnie R. Davis, Sr., entered into rest Monday, May 22, 2006. Funeral services will be held at 3:00 P.M. Sunday, May 28, 2006, at the Bradford O'Keffe Funeral Home, Ocean Springs, Mississippi. Interment will be in the Crest Lawn Cemetery. Starling Funeral Home Hwy. 78, Harlem, Ga. - Email condolence to the family at starling@familink.com
Myrtis Washington (DEARING, Ga.)
DEARING, Ga. - Entered into rest Tuesday May 23, 2006, at Thomson Manor Nursing Home. Miss Myrtis Washington, aged 85, was the beloved daughter of the late Pearl W. Beasley and sister of the late Roy B. Beasley. Funeral services will be 2 PM Saturday, May 27, 2006, at Silver Run Baptist Church with the Rev. John McMillan officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Survivors include her sister-in-law Joyce Beasley, of Dearing; two nieces, Nancy Beasley Merryman, of Dearing, and Donna Beasley; of Augusta; two nephews, David (Judy) Beasley, Sr., of Dearing, and Ralph ( Dionne) Beasley, of Marietta; one great nephew, David Beasley, Jr., of Augusta. Three great nieces, Brianna Beasley, of Dearing, Elyse Beasley, of Marietta, Amber Merryman, of Dearing; and one great-great nephew Brent Beasley, of Savannah; and numerous cousins. If so desired, memorials may be made to the Silver Run Baptist Building Fund, 5406 221 Highway SE, Harlem, Georgia 30814 Pallbearers will be Vernon Washington, Ronnie Washington, Ray Washington, Robert Wylds, Dwayne Wylds, and Seth Mason Honorary Pallbearers will be Billy Wells, Warren Wells, and David Holley The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Friday evening from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Starling Funeral Home, Hwy 78, Harlem, Ga. - Email condolence to the family at starling@familink.com.
Joseph Griffin (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. Joseph Earnest Griffin of Travis Road entered into rest Friday, May 19, 2006 at the Medical College of Georgia. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, May 27, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. at Second Antioch Baptist with Rev. William Bussey officiating. Burial will be at the church cemetery. Mr. Griffin, a native of Augusta, was a 1981 graduate of Hephzibah High School and was employed for 19 years as a meat chef at Villa Europa. He was a member of Second Antioch Baptist Church where he served as an usher. Survivors are his wife, Lisa Griffin, Augusta; four daughters, Jameka Griffin, Tamika Griffin, Kendra Griffin, Ashlee Griffin, all of Augusta; one granddaughter, Janiah Wilson; three sisters, Nancy Ellison, Augusta, Jacqueline (Orlando) Bradley, Hephzibah, Valerie Charles, Augusta; three brothers, Tracey (Linda) Griffin, Jessie Williams, Augusta, Budroe Bradshaw, Newark, N.J.; adopted sister, Terri Riddick, Okinawa, Japan; adopted brother, Eddie Brown, Miami, Fla.; mothers-in-law, Margaret (Joel) Walker, Augusta, Bessie Williams, Hephzibah; sisters-in-law, Vontressa Williams, Vontricia Williams, Sable Williams, Hephzibah; brothers-in-law, Willie Williams, Jr., Hephzibah, Curtis Ellison, Augusta, Darryl Galloway, Iraq, Kalvin Williams, Savannah, Ga.; goddaughter, Chelsey Harmon and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins. The remains will lie in state in the church from 1 p.m. until the hour of service. Williams Funeral Home, 2945 Old Tobacco Rd., Hephzibah, Ga.
Mary L. Moss (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mrs. Mary L. Moss entered into rest on Wednesday, May 24, 2006 at Medical College of Georgia. Survivors includes her loving and devoted children, Oliver (Bobbie) Moss, Jr., John H. Moss, Mary Johnson, Aszenner Wright, Geneva Moss (Ervin) Jennings, Columbia, SC, LaShawn (Bernard) Middleton; brother, Arthur Lee (Vera) Taylor; eighteen grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren and a host of nieces nephews other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be 1:00 p.m. Saturday, May 27, 2006 at First Baptist Church of Keysville, 3948 Deans Bridge, with Pastor Garry R. Kerr, officiating. Interment will be in Mt. Olive Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends tonight from 7 to 8 p.m. at Kinsey & Walton Funeral Home, 3618 Peach Orchard Road. (706) 790-8858 Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Alyce D. Leonard (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. - Mrs. Alyce D. Leonard, 96, of Alta Vista Ave., entered into rest Wednesday, May 24, 2006, at University Hospital. Funeral services will be held today at 11:00 a.m., in the chapel of Rowland Funeral Home with Chaplain Dexter Lambert officiating. Rowland Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Margaret Warner (CLEARWATER, S.C.)
CLEARWATER, S.C. - Memorial services for Mrs. Margaret Ann Warner will be held 2 p.m., Saturday, May 27, 2006 at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah Witnesses with Rick Culler officiating. Friends may call at the funeral home after 1 p.m. today. G.L. Brightharp & Sons Mortuary, 614 West Avenue, North Augusta, S.C.
Alice W. Smart (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest Sunday, May 21, 2006 at her residence, Mrs. Alice W. Smart, 95, of Grand Boulevard. Funeral services will be conducted today, Saturday, May 27, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. from Moses Baptist Church with Reverend Willie Greene officiating. Interment will be in Cedar Grove Cemetery. The funeral procession will leave the residence at 10:00 a.m. FLORIST: 9:00 a.m. W.H. Mays Mortuary, 1221 James Brown Boulevard, Augusta, GA 30901 (706) 722-6401.
Annie Bell Atkins (BRONX, N.Y.)
BRONX, N.Y. - Ms. Annie Bell Atkins died May 12 at her residence. Funeral services will be held Saturday, May 27, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. at Gordon Grove Baptist Church in Louisville, Ga. Family and friends may call at the residence of his brother, Roosevelt Atkins, 2993 Cooper Rd., Wadley, Ga. Garrer Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Ruth Cabiness (PHILADELPHIA, Pa.)
PHILADELPHIA, Pa. - Mrs. Ruth Cabiness, 75, of North 23rd Street, Philadelphia, departed this life on Monday, May 22, 2006. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, May 30, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. from the Enon Tabernacle Baptist Church, Philadelphia. Jackson Brooks Funeral Home, Aiken, S.C. in charge of local arrangements. G. Choice Funeral Home, 2350 North Broad Street, Philadelphia in charge of arrangements.
Edith Weaver (ORLANDO, FL.)
ORLANDO, FL. - Memorial Services for Edith "Lois" Oliphant Weaver, 41, will be held 2:30pm Saturday, May 27,2006 at Amos & Sons Funeral Home. She was the granddaughter of the late Bennie Lee and Edith Dobbs and the late Charlie and Sophie Oliphant. Survivors include: her husband, Jessie Weaver; a daughter, Patricia "Peaches"Brunson; her father and step-mother, Charlie Oliphant (Joyce); a brother, Tony Oliphant; two sisters, Tasha Oliphant and Sabrina Howard. Friends and family should call the home of Patricia Dobbs, Addison Street, Johnston, SC. Amos & Sons Funeral Home. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Harry Anderson (WRIGHTSVILLE, Ga.)
WRIGHTSVILLE, Ga. - It is with heavy hearts but joy in the Lord that we inform you that Harry King Anderson, Jr., of Wrightsville, Ga., passed away on the morning of May 5, 2006, after many months of failing health. Harry was born May 2, 1935 in Augusta, Ga. to Harry King Anderson Sr. and Ann Smith Anderson. His parents and brother, William Thomas of Florence, S.C., preceded him in death. He is survived by his only son, Harry King Anderson III (wife Connie) and three granddaughters, Sarah, Holley and Emily of Glendale, Az. Harry was married to Ruth Holley Harbeson until 1972. He grew up in the Augusta area, served in the Army and Air Force, attended and graduated from Georgia Tech (1962) and spent the later years of his life reaching out and touching the lives of veterans that were fighting substance abuse. He started working at the Veterans Hospital in New Orleans and after many years transferred to Carl Vinson VA Medical Center in Dublin, Ga., where he retired. He will be missed. A memorial service will be held at Westover Memorial Park Sunday, May 28, 2006 at 3:00 p.m. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Jim Fuller (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Jim David Fuller of Augusta died May 21, 2006 at the age of 72. Funeral service will be held Saturday, May 27, 2006 at 2 p.m. at New Hope CME Church, Sharon, Ga. McLendon Memorial Funeral Home in charge of service (706) 678-2656.
Van Swancy (MARTINEZ, Ga.)
MARTINEZ, Ga. - Mr. Van Swancy, age 55, beloved husband of Theresa Swancy, entered into rest Wednesday, May 24, 2006 at the Medical College of Georgia. Mr. Swancy was born to Doris Redd Swancy and the late James Swancy. He was employed by Pepperidge Farm as a route salesman and was a lifelong resident of the Augusta area. Van had a special love for his family, golfing, and was an avid Gator fan. Van was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather and will be greatly missed. Graveside assemble services will be at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, May 27, 2006 at Hillcrest Memorial Park. Additional family members include a son; Eric D. Swancy of Augusta, a daughter; Jennifer R. Meadows of Grovetown, and a grandson; Tyler Odom, and numerous nieces and nephews.
Van Swancy (MARTINEZ, Ga.)
MARTINEZ, Ga. - Mr. Van Swancy, age 55, beloved husband of Theresa Swancy, entered into rest Wednesday, May 24, 2006 at the Medical College of Georgia. Mr. Swancy was born to Doris Redd Swancy and the late James Swancy. He was employed by Pepperidge Farm as a route salesman and was a lifelong resident of the Augusta area. Van had a special love for his family, golfing, and was an avid Gator fan. Van was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather and will be greatly missed. Graveside assemble services will be at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, May 27, 2006 at Hillcrest Memorial Park. Additional family members include a son, Eric D. Swancy of Augusta; a daughter, Jennifer R. Meadows of Grovetown; a grandson, Tyler Odom and numerous nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends Friday, May 26, 2006 from 7:00 until 9:00 p.m. at Elliott Sons Funeral Home, 4255 Columbia Road, Martinez. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Barbara Jean James (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Memorial services for Miss Barbara Jean James, who entered into rest May 19, 2006, will be conducted this Sunday, May 28, 2006 at 2:30 P.M. at C.A. Reid, Sr., Memorial Funeral Home, Gibson Chapel, Rev. David Easterlin officiating. Survivors include Vernon (Cynthia) Cratic, Dolphis (Ann) Cratic.
Lewis Craig (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest Friday, May 26, 2006, Mr. Lewis 'Ronnie' Craig of Augusta, son of the late Cecil Craig and the late Maebell Smith Craig. The funeral service will be conducted Sunday, May 28, 2006 in the Chapel of Napier Funeral Home at 4:00 p.m. The interment will be private. The family will receive friends tonight, Saturday, May 27, 2006 from 6 to 8 p.m. Napier Funeral Home, 315 Main Street, Graniteville, S.C. 29829.
Minnie Lee Jones (WAYNESBORO, Ga.)
WAYNESBORO, Ga. - The funeral service for Mrs. Minnie Lee Jones will be 1:00 p.m. Saturday at Allen Chapel Baptist Church with Rev. Byron Williams officiating. Interment will be in the church cemetery. Visitation today from noon to 9 p.m. A loving family will cherish her memories. Phinazee and Son Funeral Home, 706-554-5500.
Ethel M. Aube (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Katherine Sanders (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Charlotte Renas (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Ruth Cabiness (PHILADELPHIA, Pa.)
Geraldine Montgomery (THOMSON, Ga.)
Margaret Warner (CLEARWATER, S.C.)
Margaret Graves Weeks (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Alyce D. Leonard (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Paul A. Fittery (SHIPPENSBURG, Pa.)
Alyce D. Leonard (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Eugenia Williams (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Katherine Sanders (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Charlie Lee Ivey (DEARING, Ga.)
Harry Anderson (WRIGHTSVILLE, Ga.)
Minnie Lee Jones (WAYNESBORO, Ga.)
Barbara Jean James (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mae Dorothy Perrin (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
Geneva D. Bailey (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Ethel Marie Aube (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Elinor Petree Schadek (EVANS, Ga.)
Katherine H. Scavens (EDGEFIELD, S.C.)
Leon Loutita Palmer (ATHENS, TN.)
LeRoy G. Peters (MIDDLEBURG, Pa.)
Edgar Boswell (GREENSBORO, Ga.)
Eugenia Williams (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Cleveland Stokes (WAYNESBORO, Ga.)
Robert L. 'Bobby' Snell (GROVETOWN, Ga.)
John James Lynott (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Harold D. Lee (NEW YORK, N.Y.)
Lawson Kendrick (NEW ELLENTON, S.C.)
Myrtis Washington (DEARING, Ga.)
Annie Bell Atkins (BRONX, N.Y.)
Margaret Graves Weeks (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Johnnie R. Davis (HARLEM, Ga.)
Donald P. Aaron (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Thomas Rushin (EDGEFIELD, S.C.)
Lawyer wants investigation into Duke 'wanted' poster
DURHAM, N.C. - A lawyer for a Duke lacrosse player has asked for a police department internal investigation into a poster and flyers that he says unfairly implied 46 team members were guilty of raping a woman hired to strip at an off-campus party.
Lawyer wants investigation into Duke 'wanted' poster
DURHAM, N.C. - A lawyer for a Duke lacrosse player has asked for a police department internal investigation into a poster and flyers that he says unfairly implied 46 team members were guilty of raping a woman hired to strip at an off-campus party.
Overtime
In Columbus, Ohio, Augusta State's Lauren Smith turned it around in the NCAA Division I Women's Championship.
Beckham has a lot to prove in the upcoming World Cup
LONDON - David Beckham is no longer England's main man.
Beckham has a lot to prove in the upcoming World Cup
LONDON - David Beckham is no longer England's main man.
Overtime
In Columbus, Ohio, Augusta State's Lauren Smith got off to another slow start in the NCAA Division I Women's Championships and shot a final-round 7-over-par 79.
Spartans have plenty to play for in last road game
The Augusta Spartans might not have much to play for in their final three games of the season, but that doesn't mean they're about to quit.
Followers wear tattoos to reflect beliefs
WICHITA, Kan. - Martha Arana wears her faith on her skin - in permanent black, red and green ink.
New style of worship brings new spirit to mainline church
MAUMEE, Ohio - The pews have been replaced by upholstered chairs at St. Paul's Lutheran Church. The altar is now an expansive stage that accommodates drummers, guitarists and keyboard players. The most popular seats in the building are the two leather couches that make the church's entryway feel like a hip coffee shop.
Faith digest
Gospel and patriotic music and old-fashioned games will be part of a Memorial Day observance from 3 to 8 p.m. today at Mann Memorial United Methodist Church, 2705 Milledgeville Road. Patrons are asked to bring lawn chairs and picnic foods.
Religion News in Brief
WASHINGTON - Religious leaders are lining up in opposing coalitions over whether to amend the U.S. Constitution to ban gay marriage.
Faith calendar
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Pentecost event will celebrate diocese
Sitting on more than $200 million in box office receipts after The Da Vinci Code's May 19 opening, Sony Pictures sees a sequel or two in its future. There is no limit or end to bad taste, said Catholic Archbishop Wilton Gregory, of Atlanta, in a telephone interview.
Seminar to take biblical look at health
When Moses died, it wasn't in a nursing home with tubes up his nose. His eyes were still sharp, and he was still climbing mountains at the end, said nutritionist, author and funnyman David Meinz.
Williams very close to a breakthrough in boxing
Spartans have plenty to play for in last road game
The Augusta Spartans might not have much to play for in their final three games of the season, but that doesn't mean they're about to quit.
Spartans have plenty to play for in last road game
'McPheever' fans say hometown girl's future is bright
Joe Mantegna, Gary Sinise host PBS Memorial Day concert
CBS, Fox on top as 2005-06 television season ends
CBS, Fox on top as 2005-06 television season ends
NEW YORK - CBS and Fox reign supreme at the end of a television season marked by stability in Americans' viewing habits.
'Lost' finale leaves viewers a little less lost than before
'Lost' finale leaves viewers a little less lost than before
NEW YORK - As promised, "Lost" viewers were left with plenty to ponder but juicy answers to savor as well, thanks to Wednesday's season finale of the ABC mystical adventure series.
'McPheever' fans say hometown girl's future is bright
LOS ANGELES - "McPheever" wasn't enough to carry hometown girl Katharine McPhee to victory on "American Idol," but fans predicted she would end up a winner in the music industry.
'American Idol' Hicks celebrates big win
'American Idol' Hicks celebrates big win
LOS ANGELES - Fox's two-hour special that resulted in Alabama's Taylor Hicks being crowned the fifth "American Idol" was a big hit among viewers, drawing an audience of 35.4 million people, Nielsen Media Research said.
Joe Mantegna, Gary Sinise host PBS Memorial Day concert
LOS ANGELES - When Joe Mantegna and Gary Sinise host Sunday's annual "National Memorial Day Concert" in Washington they'll have special guests on hand: relatives who served in World War II.
Soul of America festival scheduled to open today
Clerk: Lawyers say CBS, Howard Stern have settled dispute
Video of Hong Kong man scolding fellow bus rider becomes Internet hit
Bulldogs come out swinging
HOOVER, Ala. - Those pesky Southeastern Conference Tournament jitters got the best of Jonathan Wyatt on Wednesday.
Movies will return to downtown
Not too long, perhaps 25 or 30 years ago, downtown Augusta was a movie mecca. A short stroll could find films screening at the massive Miller, slightly smaller Imperial and, if your cinematic tastes ran that way, the adult Capri.
Movies will return to downtown
Not too long, perhaps 25 or 30 years ago, downtown Augusta was a movie mecca. A short stroll could find films screening at the massive Miller, slightly smaller Imperial and, if your cinematic tastes ran that way, the adult Capri.
Seminar to take biblical look at health
Followers wear tattoos to reflect beliefs
New style of worship brings new spirit to mainline church
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