Junior scores high in SAT writing
Imagine a nearly perfect score on the SAT. For many it's a dream, but for one Ridge Spring-Monetta High School junior, it became a reality.
North Augusta bids for city honor
The past six weeks have been a whirlwind for those helping North Augusta in its quest to become an All-America City.
Around the block
Works by painter Al Beyer will be on display through today in the lower gallery at the Etherredge Center at the University of South Carolina Aiken, 471 University Parkway. The gallery is open from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Friday. Admission is free. Call (803) 641-3305.
Police bookings
Here are police bookings for May 18 to May 22.
Recreation calendar
INSTRUCTOR SEARCH: Aiken County Parks, Recreation and Tourism Department is seeking instructors for classes that include knitting, crocheting, karate, aerobics, pilates, yoga, English for Hispanics, gardening club, art, photography, tennis, Girl and Boy Scouts, after-school tutors, calligraphy, SAT/ACT preparation, computer classes.
Plans for replica of train depot are still on track
A plan to build a replica of Aiken's former railroad depot at Union Street and Park Avenue received mixed reviews at an Aiken City Council work session May 22. The council gave tentative approval, however, for the Friends of Aiken's Railroad Depot committee to move ahead with the project.
Colonials were mix of faiths
Churchgoers can step back in time Sunday at an Anglican worship service in North Augusta's Living History Park.
Calendar
FREE EXHIBIT, FREEDOM USA: 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday-Friday and 2-5 p.m. Saturday-Sunday, through June 21; Aiken County Historical Museum, 433 Newberry St. S.W.; (803) 642-2015.
Reunions
STROM THURMOND HIGH SCHOOL 1977: Seeking classmates for 30-year planning meeting Sunday at the Aiken Electric Cooperative's Edgefield office, 1195 Bauskett Road .
Youngsters learn to talk like sailors
Connie Mitchum had to reassure her pupils she would be back to teach them music next year after they saw her wearing a military flight suit.
Two elementary schools can roll out Red Carpets
Two schools in Aiken County have been designated as South Carolina Red Carpet schools.
Library schedules
Here are schedules for Aiken area libraries.
Cutting Strokes
North Augusta is the place to be for aspiring young golfers this summer.
Johnson stymies Central's leader
'Pack take two to reach final
The stakes get higher, but the victories continue to be ripped out of the same script for the Greenbrier baseball team.
Pujols lifts Cardinals with blast
ST. LOUIS - Albert Pujols hit a go-ahead three-run homer in the seventh inning to lift the St. Louis Cardinals over the Houston Astros, 3-1 on Monday.
'Pack take two to reach final
The stakes get higher, but the victories continue to be ripped out of the same script for the Greenbrier baseball team.
Sun isn't shining on weary Chicago
CHICAGO - Warm winds blow across Wrigley Field and the ivy that covers the brick walls is a lush green. Summer baseball has finally arrived on the North Side, and the fans are turning out in big numbers.
Sun isn't shining on weary Chicago
Myers on fire for Phillies
PHILADELPHIA - Brett Myers pitched eight strong innings and Bobby Abreu hit a three-run homer to lead the Philadelphia Phillies over the Washington Nationals, 4-2 on Tuesday night.
Pitcher issues apology
CLEVELAND - Indians pitcher Scott Sauerbeck apologized Tuesday to his family and teammates after his early morning arrest, another distraction for a struggling Cleveland team.
Indians nip White Sox
CLEVELAND - C.C. Sabathia finished a marvelous May by working six solid innings and Jhonny Peralta hit a two-run homer Tuesday night, leading the Cleveland Indians to a 4-3 victory over the Chicago White Sox.
Pujols lifts Cardinals with blast
Johnson stymies Central's leader
DETROIT - Randy Johnson didn't give up a hit for 5w innings and combined with two relievers for a two-hitter, leading the New York Yankees over the Detroit Tigers, 4-0 on Monday.
Tigers given No. 1 seed
Clemson's players and coaches showed little emotion when the Tigers were picked Monday as the No. 1 overall seed in the NCAA Division I baseball tournament. No cheers, no wild celebrations - not yet.
Haven't had a wreck in 10 years? Better watch out
Braves make 'pen adjustments
ATLANTA - Manager Bobby Cox said right-hander Tyler Yates, called up from Triple-A Richmond on Tuesday, has a simple role:
Braves' bullpen fails to deliver
ATLANTA - The Mike Remlinger experiment has been a widely successful one thus far for Atlanta. Tuesday evening, however, wasn't an example of the sterling moments provided this season by the Braves' 40-year-old left-handed reliever.
Braves' bullpen fails to deliver
Bad start buries Braves
ATLANTA - It might have been the Braves who returned to Turner Field after yet another road trip, but it was the Dodgers who made themselves at home.
Some boos greet Furcal's return to Atlanta
Some boos greet Furcal's return to Atlanta
ATLANTA - As he came to the plate at Turner Field, a visitor for the first time in his career, Dodgers shortstop Rafael Furcal drew a mix of applause and boos from the Braves faithful.
Is organic growing too much?
SAN JUAN BAUTISTA, Calif. - Earthbound Farm's fields of organic baby spinach and romaine lettuce are a living symbol of the organic food movement's explosive growth in recent years.
A flop with commuters, Segway's a hit with cops
Thieves used to break into as many as five cars a week in the parking garage at Los Angeles' Union Station. Then the Metropolitan Transportation Authority came up with a simple solution: They put a security officer on a Segway Human Transporter.
Army is pumping up its gyms
Fort Gordon's Gym 4 on Barnes Avenue is a typical basketball gymnasium with wooden floors, basketball goals and a locker room.
Engelhard accepts $5 billion BASF takeover
NEWARK, N.J. - Chemical company Engelhard Corp. abandoned months of resistance Tuesday and agreed to a $5 billion takeover from German rival BASF AG.
Bio center to move, expand
More money, more power and more space.
Turning garbage into gold
LA SOLEDAD, Mexico - Empty candy wrappers, potato chip bags and cookie packages that once littered roads and filled Mexican dumps are now making fashion statements in New York, Los Angeles and Tokyo.
Engelhard accepts $5 billion BASF takeover
A flop with commuters, Segway's a hit with cops
Thieves used to break into as many as five cars a week in the parking garage at Los Angeles' Union Station. Then the Metropolitan Transportation Authority came up with a simple solution: They put a security officer on a Segway Human Transporter.
Will misuse go unpunished?
Richmond County School Superintendent Charles Larke says it was improper for a school official to use a district computer to send more than 100 emails to fellow school system employees to support a political rally on the beleaguered Larke's behalf.
Hurricane preparedness up to you
The schedule is in place. Giant fingers, pennants, hats and even face paint await in the closet. The barbecue grill, cooler and chairs all fit neatly in the back of the van; you know this, because you've practiced the drill with military precision.
Still positive signs
After being rocked last week by the news that Avondale Mills, founded in Graniteville in 1845, would be shutting down in July and throwing 2,000 local people out of work, the Central Savannah River Area was ready to hear some good economic news.
Congress in an unprecedented snit
Congressional leaders of both parties are fit to be tied because of an FBI raid on a congressman's office May 21. Congress' feelings were running so high against the Justice Department that President Bush had to step in to create a 45-day "cooling-off period."
Hurricane preparedness up to you
A world of experience
The Augusta Museum of History will be exhibiting a rare and precious local treasure this Thursday.
Congress in an unprecedented snit
Cleaner, safer buses needed
South Carolina officials are red-faced over a Union of Concerned Scientists report that the state's school buses are the worst in the nation when it comes to spewing hazardous emissions such as soot and diesel fuel.
Classic chocolate, vanilla make dream team in pie
Chocolate and vanilla is a terrific combination, and cooks use it whenever they can. Black-and-white cookies, also called half moons, are big cakey discs covered with chocolate and vanilla icing sold at Dean and Deluca in New York City. A black cow is a chocolate soda with a vanilla ice cream float, and a hot fudge sundae is a scoop of vanilla ice cream with thick chocolate sauce running down the sides.
Variations on the potato salad theme
Potato salads are sharing a general direction in food trends - toward new flavor, trying bright new twists, adding peppy details from different ethnic or regional traditions.
Vegetarian: Whole-wheat spaghetti with hazelnuts and asparagus
Familiar formulas need not be boring. Certainly not that almost foolproof vegetarian standby, pasta.
Taste of the Midwest
DES MOINES, Iowa - Dan Kaercher's waistline grew by a belt notch during an odyssey through the Midwest as he searched for the region's most interesting - and tastiest - food traditions.
Quick: Peanut chicken satay
CONCORD, N.H. - As a recovering vegetarian, I had a tough time mastering this one.
Variations on the potato salad theme
Low-fat: Fish and shellfish stew with new red potatoes
Fish and shellfish stew with new red potatoes is a savory meal in one dish that will satisfy the diners around your table without delivering an overload of calories and fat. The stew gets depth of flavor from its fresh ingredients and a subtle balance of seasonings.
Brush up your marinade repertoire for grill time
Here are three brightly flavored marinades for cooks to try out in anticipation of busy outdoor cooking and summer dining, as grilling season soars toward its peak.
Classic chocolate, vanilla make dream team in pie
Small bites
Vermont, known for snowy winters and maple syrup, has another claim to fame: as provider of farm-crafted artisan cheeses. And the cheese-making is as easy for visitors to sample as Vermont's other attractions.
Low-fat: Fish and shellfish stew with new red potatoes
Vegetarian: Whole-wheat spaghetti with hazelnuts and asparagus
Brush up your marinade repertoire for grill time
Rome's empire looks strong
While the Augusta GreenJackets' 26-23 record entering Tuesday's play was good enough to put them ahead of most of the South Atlantic League's Southern Division, it's not likely to matter.
Tiger eyes U.S. Open
ROLAND, Ark. - Tiger Woods is preparing to play in the U.S. Open.
Nicklaus happily bows out
DUBLIN, Ohio - Jack Nicklaus leisurely arrived at Muirfield Village Golf Club on Tuesday morning.
Briere-led Sabres force Game 7
Briere-led Sabres force Game 7
BUFFALO, N.Y. - Daniel Briere and the Buffalo Sabres are going South - for Game 7.
Stay at home for Mexican chicken salad
Specialty chicken salads abound at both dine-in restaurants and the drive-through. This crispy Mexican chicken salad follows the trend and is a snap to prepare at home, offering a tasty combination of crispy oven-fried chicken atop cool, crisp greens, an assortment of toppings and a creamy dressing.
Stay at home for Mexican chicken salad
Haven't had a wreck in 10 years? Better watch out
"My wife's jealousy is getting ridiculous. The other day she looked at my calendar and wanted to know who May was."
You call this national security?
I read a quote by Attorney General Alberto Gonzales, where he said he believes it is alright to arrest and prosecute journalists that publish classified information.Jay B. Collett, Augusta
You call this national security?
I read a quote by Attorney General Alberto Gonzales, where he said he believes it is alright to arrest and prosecute journalists that publish classified information.Jay B. Collett, Augusta
Memories: priceless; real cost: a lot!
Henry Jordan is right man for office
Music festival lacked detailed planning
I want to say the idea of the James Brown Soul of America Music Festival was a great idea for Augusta. However, it was ill-planned and ill- conceived.Joseph Diggs Sr., Augusta
Why not pay off-duty deputies up-front?
Well, well, well - fast-talking "Chump" Walker won again. He's got more moves than James Brown and a lot less class ("Festival ends in threats, anger" May 29).Larry J. Dodson, North Augusta, S.C.
Why not pay off-duty deputies up-front?
Henry Jordan is right man for office
In selecting our next lieutenant governor for South Carolina, the key question is: "Who is the most qualified candidate who could step into Gov. Mark Sanford's shoes if the need arises?" After all, the lieutenant governor is the proverbial "one heartbeat away" from being governor.Michele Bunker, Aiken, S.C.
Take pride in being an American
Take pride in being an American
I sincerely doubt that misguided soul Ronelle Moehrke could truly understand what is actually happening around our world ("Bush should be ashamed - and gone," May 20), as she is too busy being ashamed of being an American - which I have some doubts about in the first place.Ken Manfredi, Evans
Music festival lacked detailed planning
Memories: priceless; real cost: a lot!
I am writing to encourage parents to start saving now for their child's senior year of high school. I'm still in shock over the sticker price of my child's senior year.Stephanie Wilson, Evans
Fashion world sees Thakoon, Doo.ri and Rodarte on the cusp of something big
Agriculture Department prepares for bird flu testing
At national lab, vehicle research focuses on alternatives to oil
College debt affects students' lives
From biofuels to wind, quest for energy alternatives steps up
Camps use technology to help parents bond with kids
Books to keep young readers busy on rainy days
Agriculture Department prepares for bird flu testing
AMES, Iowa - The Agriculture Department's elaborate network for diagnosing bird flu will come down in the end to a nondescript setting in the Iowa countryside where strict security is the only thing giving away the potentially dramatic role building C-3 could play in a national drama.
At national lab, vehicle research focuses on alternatives to oil
ARGONNE, Ill. - It's like a giant rolling Erector Set for engineers who really like to play around with automotive components.
From biofuels to wind, quest for energy alternatives steps up
With gasoline prices near record highs as the summer travel season begins, The Associated Press examines some of the work being done on farms and in laboratories across Illinois to accelerate the American economy beyond its dependence on foreign oil.
Camps use technology to help parents bond with kids
NEW YORK - For the third straight summer, Stacey Weiss will be sending her 11-year-old twin boys to Camp Echo in Burlingham, N.Y. But even though they'll be away for eight weeks, Weiss can keep tabs on her children through photos on the camp Web site.
For Intel, a lonely and relentless pursuit of the cutting edge
CHANDLER, Ariz. - The glass-encased room inside Intel Corp.'s microchip factory here, with its shiny, metallic surfaces and frigid air, is a world away from the blistering sun and brown earth outside.
Fashion world sees Thakoon, Doo.ri and Rodarte on the cusp of something big
NEW YORK - The fashion business is largely about buzz. Sure, talent matters and so do solid retail numbers, but nothing sparks a career like word of mouth.
Tech Test: Travel planning requires multiple checks
NEW YORK - Summer's almost here. It's time for my annual ritual of dreaming of all the places I wish I could go: Seattle, Sydney, Paris.
College debt affects students' lives
College students are finding that student loans affect their lives as much as their education does, according to a recent survey.
The EV1: Futuristic car of the past
The EV1: Futuristic car of the past
The EV1: Futuristic car of the past
The EV1: Futuristic car of the past
For Intel, a lonely and relentless pursuit of the cutting edge
CHANDLER, Ariz. - The glass-encased room inside Intel Corp.'s microchip factory here, with its shiny, metallic surfaces and frigid air, is a world away from the blistering sun and brown earth outside.
Tech Test: Travel planning requires multiple checks
NEW YORK - Summer's almost here. It's time for my annual ritual of dreaming of all the places I wish I could go: Seattle, Sydney, Paris.
Books to keep young readers busy on rainy days
Children like to be outdoors in the summer, especially in the yard or at the beach. But what about the rainy days? Or the long hours in the car getting to one of those utopias?
Budget deficit causes worry
Augusta's 2006 projected budget shortfall has grown to $4.8 million, prompting dire predictions of service reductions and layoffs by year's end.
Across Georgia
ATLANTA - At least five people have drowned across Georgia over the Memorial Day weekend, including a man who died in the Ogeechee River on Sunday in Bryan County.
Grateful nation remembers
Deke Copenhaver learned to appreciate Memorial Day from his father.
Warrants net 9 in Appling drug bust
News you can use
Activities and entertainment events scheduled for this week include:
Across the area
Three men were wounded by gunshots in Jackson, S.C., Sunday morning, according to an Aiken County Sheriff's Office report.
Restaurant, hotel fees could rise
Driver sought in interstate wreck
NORTH AUGUSTA - Law enforcement officials were looking for a man who ran away Monday after the car he was driving flipped over on Interstate 20 and landed in a yard on Bergen Road.
S. Carolina budget 'favorable' to disabled
COLUMBIA - The state budget now before the General Assembly is "very favorable" for South Carolina's disabled population, one expert says.
Bill blocking local regulation of poultry farms becomes law
COLUMBIA - A bill stripping local governments of power to regulate poultry operations became law Tuesday morning without Gov. Mark Sanford's signature.
Enforcement to become stricter
New policies to begin this week
Official doubts taxes will drop
Driver sought in interstate wreck
NORTH AUGUSTA - Law enforcement officials were looking for a man who ran away Monday after the car he was driving flipped over on Interstate 20 and landed in a yard on Bergen Road.
DNA leads to inmate's trial in rape
Much to do as time flies
COLUMBIA - The Legislature has a long list of must-do items to wrap up this week before Thursday's mandatory 5 p.m. adjournment.
S. Carolina budget 'favorable' to disabled
Across the area
Three men were wounded by gunshots in Jackson, S.C., Sunday morning, according to an Aiken County Sheriff's Office report.
Intervention would redirect at-risk pupils
Sheriff disputes Walker story
Did Charles "Champ" Walker cause such a scene a the Jessye Norman Amphitheater on Sunday that a sheriff's deputy had to call for backup, or did the deputy try to strong-arm him for payment of his security bill and threaten to throw him in jail?
Rants and raves
I WOULD LIKE TO SAY God bless (Recreation Director Tom) Beck. There should be more people around like him to give felons a second chance. That's the problem with this area. Nobody wants to give them a second chance. God bless, Mr. Beck, and more power to you.
Restaurant, hotel fees could rise
Restaurants and hotels could see an increase in fees if the Augusta Commission approves a recommendation Tuesday night from the Richmond County Board of Health.
Center to help shield county
A former State Farm office in Evans will soon provide a different kind of insurance - one focusing on safety in the event of a Columbia County emergency.
Bond set in murder case
The third time was the charm Tuesday for a homicide suspect who wanted bond.
Theft reveals hotel meth lab
Authorities say the bust of a methamphetamine lab at a Columbia County hotel Monday had nothing to do with an employee walking in on the lab or neighbors reporting foul odors.
Warrants net 9 in Appling drug bust
Five people remained in jail Tuesday after what Columbia County authorities said was an "important" drug bust in Appling on Friday.
News you can use
AUDITIONS, ANNIE: The Young Artists Repertory Theatre Company Inc will hold children's auditions at 6 p.m. today and 6:30 p.m. Thursday and Friday at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, 402 Aumond Road. Males are especially needed. Bring a prepared song from Annie to sing; an accompanist will be provided. For more information, call (706) 210-8915 or visit www.yart.org.
Intervention would redirect at-risk pupils
The state is prompting Columbia County educators to take on a twofold project to benefit special needs children - both developing a plan to identify pupils at risk for needing special education and then working to keep them in a regular classroom.
News you can use
AUDITIONS, ANNIE: The Young Artists Repertory Theatre Company Inc will hold children's auditions at 6 p.m. today and 6:30 p.m. Thursday and Friday at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, 402 Aumond Road. Males are especially needed. Bring a prepared song from Annie to sing; an accompanist will be provided. For more information, call (706) 210-8915 or visit www.yart.org.
Layoffs an issue in race
AIKEN - The looming loss of 2,000 jobs at Graniteville's Avondale Mills became a hot button political issue Tuesday.
Rants and raves
THIS IS A RANT for the person who thinks the National Guard should be sent to the Gulf Coast: The National Guard is stretched out in the Gulf and Afghanistan. And why should they be sent over to build houses, destroy their families and get paid a quarter of what the contractors and civilians are getting paid? Why don't the civilians give up their time and rebuild the houses?
Kid of the Day
Christian Elijah Norton, of Grovetown, is today's kid of the day.
Hot dog ministry satisfies, saves
COLUMBIA - Charles Bradley was temporarily down on his luck last Saturday, his payday postponed, so he walked five miles for a hot dog and some human kindness.
Unsafe boaters keep officers busy
Unsafe horseplay and boating after too many beers topped the target list of state wildlife officers patrolling the crowds at Thurmond Lake over the holiday weekend.
Across South Carolina
CONWAY - Two men died after being shot in a Conway House, and police are searching for the gunman.
Grateful nation remembers
Deke Copenhaver learned to appreciate Memorial Day from his father.
S.C. close to approving death for sex offenders
COLUMBIA, S.C. - South Carolina is a breath away from approving the death penalty for some sex offenders.
Center to help shield county
A former State Farm office in Evans will soon provide a different kind of insurance - one focusing on safety in the event of a Columbia County emergency.
Pupil with scissors injures classmate, teacher
Not all was quiet for the last day of school in Richmond County.
Official doubts taxes will drop
While some Columbia County commissioners speak hopefully of possible tax millage rollbacks, Commissioner Steve Brown says he doubts it will ever happen.
Rants and raves
THIS IS A RANT for the person who thinks the National Guard should be sent to the Gulf Coast: The National Guard is stretched out in the Gulf and Afghanistan. And why should they be sent over to build houses, destroy their families and get paid a quarter of what the contractors and civilians are getting paid? Why don't the civilians give up their time and rebuild the houses?
Clay Aiken clone croons with idol
HINESVILLE, Ga. - Up on the American Idol stage, the girls began screaming and Michael Sandecki of Hinesville, Ga., thought it was for him.
Much to do as time flies
COLUMBIA - The Legislature has a long list of must-do items to wrap up this week before Thursday's mandatory 5 p.m. adjournment.
City vehicles to run on biodiesel fuel
AIKEN - City officials are taking an environmentally friendly approach to save on gasoline costs and ward off fuel shortages.
City vehicles to run on biodiesel fuel
DNA leads to inmate's trial in rape
The trial began Tuesday for a man identified as a rape suspect through the DNA testing of prison inmates.
Across South Carolina
GREENVILLE - A bicyclist has died after being struck by two vehicles, one of them a Highway Patrol trooper's vehicle, Greenville County deputies said.
Kid of the Day
DaJuan Akime Murray, of Hephzibah, is today's kid of the day.
Deal gets OK'd
The final price tag for a federal discrimination judgment against the Richmond County Board of Education is $435,000.
New policies to begin this week
Promised changes to garbage service in Augusta are coming soon.
Bill blocking local regulation of poultry farms becomes law
Across the area
Not all was quiet for the last day of school in Richmond County.
Across Georgia
ATLANTA - Georgia State University has announced it will quit accepting Visa credit cards for tuition and fee payments because of rising annual fees.
Hot dog ministry satisfies, saves
Enforcement to become stricter
A tougher absenteeism policy enacted in Columbia County last school year will get tougher enforcement in the upcoming school year.
Clay Aiken clone croons with idol
Crossing the river
NORTH AUGUSTA - Andy Jordan sat on a bench along a portion of the Greeneway that hugs the Savannah River, speaking to every bicyclist who pedaled by on the multipurpose trail.
Simmer time
Briana Moody (left), 18, and her sister, Nicole, 16, of Martinez, cool off at the Augusta Family Y's water park.
Rants and raves
I WOULD LIKE TO SAY God bless (Recreation Director Tom) Beck. There should be more people around like him to give felons a second chance. That's the problem with this area. Nobody wants to give them a second chance. God bless, Mr. Beck, and more power to you.
Escape a 'human error'
Sunday night's escape from the Richmond County jail had nothing to do with understaffing or bad equipment, Richmond County Sheriff Ronnie Strength said Tuesday.
Unsafe boaters keep officers busy
Unsafe horseplay and boating after too many beers topped the target list of state wildlife officers patrolling the crowds at Thurmond Lake over the holiday weekend.
Review: 'The Break-Up'
The problems with "The Break-Up" have less to do with the break-up than with the initial hook-up.
Q&A with teen idol Chris Brown
Ralph Stanley reaches back to Carter classics for latest album
Crouch's "A Mighty Wind" is full of energy
Andrae Crouch's songs became gospel classics so quickly that younger church-goers might be surprised to know that the man who wrote "My Tribute (To God be the Glory)" is still alive and writing today.
Q&A with teen idol Chris Brown
NEW YORK - It's only been a few months since Chris Brown made his debut, and already the teen has achieved success that would make showbiz veterans envious.
Crouch's "A Mighty Wind" is full of energy
Susana Baca creates something powerful on her latest "passage"
On "Travesias," Afro-Peruvian singer Susana Baca coos like a school girl, flushed and woozy after a first kiss.
Ralph Stanley reaches back to Carter classics for latest album
Bluegrass music icon Ralph Stanley has been performing songs by The Carter Family for 60 years, going back to when he and his late brother Carter Stanley introduced themselves on a rural Virginia radio station in 1946.
Susana Baca creates something powerful on her latest "passage"
Stewart expects to start Sunday
CONCORD, N.C. - There is no disabled list in NASCAR, where playing hurt is mandatory - even for defending series champion Tony Stewart.
Racing world introduced to newest star in making
INDIANAPOLIS - Mario Andretti and son Michael already knew what everyone else saw in the Indy 500: Marco Andretti is one special driver.
Stewart expects to start Sunday
Racing world introduced to newest star in making
Kahne starting to come into his own
Kahne starting to come into his own
CONCORD, N.C. - Kasey Kahne spent his first two Nextel Cup seasons locked out of the championship chase, failing to meet the lofty expectations placed on one of NASCAR's newest stars.
Pistons fading away
DETROIT - The Detroit Pistons haven't looked like themselves.
Crucial Game 4 awaits Suns
PHOENIX - Sporting a small wound over his right eye, Phoenix point guard Steve Nash was backed up against a wall as he met with reporters after practice Monday.
Wade, Miami near Finals
MIAMI - Dwyane Wade was practically silent in the middle two quarters, not even finding the opportunity to shoot against Detroit's zone defense.
Wade, Miami near Finals
MIAMI - Dwyane Wade was practically silent in the middle two quarters, not even finding the opportunity to shoot against Detroit's zone defense.
Gregory L. Lewis (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. Gregory L. Lewis of East Taylor Street entered into rest Sunday, May 28, 2006. Funeral arrangements will be announced later. Survivors are his father, Willie James Brooks, Augusta; one brother, Bernard Lewis, Augusta; maternal grandmother, Lillie B. Patterson, Augusta; one aunt, Jessie Bell Farmer, Wrens, Ga.; five uncles, Arthur (Denise) Patterson, Richard Patterson, Milton Patterson, Robert Patterson and Smith Patterson, all of Augusta and other relatives and friends. Williams Funeral Home, 1765 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.
Lessel Leonard (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. -Funeral services for Rev. Lessel Leonard will be held 11 a.m., Friday, June 2, 2006 at Macedonia Baptist Church with Rev. Gregory Fuller officiating. Interment will be in Hillcrest Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8 p.m., Thursday at Green Grove Baptist Church. Friends may call at the residence, 2916 Nighthawk Dr. G.L. Brightarp & Sons Mortuary, 614 West Ave., North Augusta, S.C. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.Com
Barbara C. Ware (WASHINGTON, Ga.)
WASHINGTON, Ga. - Mrs. Barbara C. Ware of Washington, passed Sunday, May 28, 2006 at University Hospital in Augusta, Ga. Mrs. Ware was a long-time, loyal and dedicated employee of Davenport-McLendon Mortuary. Graveside services will be held 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, May 31, 2006 at Rocky Mount Baptist Church. Interment in the church cemetery. Davenport-McLendon Mortuary, Inc. is in charge of arrangements.
Geraldine Montgomery (THOMSON, Ga.)
THOMSON, Ga. - Geraldine H. Montgomery, 62 of Central Rd. Ext. S.W. Thomson, Ga. entered into rest May 25, 2006 at Cancer Treatment Center of America in Tulsa, Oklahoma. She was the beloved wife of Floyd Tommy Montgomery. Memorial Services will be held at 4:00 PM , Sunday, June 04, 2006 at the Beggs Funeral Home Chapel with Revs. Tom Kerr and Joe B. Walden officiating. Memorials may be made to Mt. Moriah Campground P. O. Box 5 Matthews, Ga. 30818 or the Cancer Treatment Center of America 10109 East 79th Street Tulsa, Oklahoma 74133. Beggs Funeral Home, 799 Cobbham Road, Thomson, Ga. 595-4100
Margaret O. Holmes (EDGEFIELD, S.C.)
EDGEFIELD, S.C. - Margaret O. Holmes of Edgefield died Saturday, May 27, 2006 at her residence. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced later by Edgefield Mercantile Funeral Home.
Delores Cox (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mrs. Delores Lucero Jennings Cox, 64, of Peabody Apartments on Walton Way, entered into rest Sunday, May 28, 2006, at Portsbridge Hospice. A memorial service will be held at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, June 1, 2006 at Belvedere First Baptist Church Fellowship Hall with Chaplain Norma Bell and Rev. John Meyer officiating. The family will receive friends following the memorial service. Mrs. Cox was born in Denver, Colorado and had lived in Santa Ana, California prior to moving to Augusta forty-one years ago. Survivors include a son, David Lee Jennings of Martinez, two daughters Annette Brown, of Clearwater, Denise Smith, of Belvedere, nine grandchildren Brandon Smith, Jonathon Miller (Heather), Timothy Miller, Krystal Weber, Aaron Stephens, Megan Weber, Jessica Brown, Christi Smith, Anthony Brown, and two great grandchildren Bailey Smith and Brinlee Miller. Other survivors include Mrs. Cox's friends at Peabody Apartments. The family would like to express their sincere thanks and appreciation to the staff of Portsbridge Hospice for the care and compassion that was given to Mrs. Cox. In lieu of flowers the family would like memorials to be made to Molly's Militia P.O. Box 6816 North Augusta, SC 29841. Rowland Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Jesse Ray Brown (TIGNALL, Ga.)
TIGNALL, Ga. - Entered into rest May 27, 2006, Mr. Jesse Ray Brown, age 86, of Tignall, beloved husband of Mary Carolyn Eubanks Brown and son of the late Jesse Milton Brown and the late Hilda Paige Newman. In addition to his wife, he is survived by a daughter, Mary Carmen Breakfield and her husband, Jimmie Breakfield of Augusta; a son, Gerald Ray Brown and his wife, Loilette Brown of Tignall; two sisters, Betty Tudor and Eunice Anderson, both of Evans; a brother, Robert Newman, Jr. of Florida; six grandchildren, six great-grandchildren and a number of very special nieces and nephews. He was born in and was a native of Augusta. He started the Civil Service Employment on February 1946 through June 1948, setting up a Machine Shop for Disciplinary Barretts to train inmates for the Army Corp. He also received special recognition for designing and building equipment for the US Treasury Dept.; the first Bypass Machine used for open-heart surgery for the VA Hospital in Augusta and a Dialysis Machine; the first one in Augusta for critical ill patients and other special needs at the request of the Department of Defense. He built the first Training Aids Branch for Southeastern Signal Schools, which later became training aids for the 3rd Army Division. He was a US Army Corp Veteran having served his country during World War II. He was also a 32nd Degree Mason. He was of the Baptist Faith. The funeral service will be conducted Wednesday, May 31, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. in the Chapel of Napier Funeral Home with Rev. Wade Palmer officiating. The interment will follow in the Graniteville Cemetery. The pallbearers will be grandsons, Ralph B. Johnson, II, Dallas Lee Rogers, Timothy M. Breakfield, Wade Linton, Dale R. Brown and Jessica Brown Hoag. The family will receive friends Tuesday evening, May 30th form 6 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Napier Funeral Home, 315 Main Street, Graniteville, SC 29829.
Henry Rucker (AIKEN, S.C.)
AIKEN, S.C. - Henry Latham Rucker, Jr., 88, died May 29, 2006 at Eden Gardens Assisted Living Center. He was born in Bedford, Virginia on March 17, 1918 to the late Henry Latham Rucker, Sr., and Frances Blanche Saunders. He was a graduate of the Virginia Military Institute, Class of 1940. He then served in the US Army for two years. He moved to Aiken, SC in 1951 with the Savannah River Plant where he worked as an engineer in the Power Department. He retired from the DuPont Company in 1980 with 37 years of service. He was a member of the First Christian Church, American Legion Post No. 26 and the Shade Tree Antique Car Club of Augusta. His love of history was represented in the time he spent as a docent at the Aiken County Museum. His many hobbies and interests included a love of music, football, coin collecting and chair caning. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Dorothy Vail Rucker; daughters, Nancy Rucker Goslen and Andrew of Aiken, SC, Elizabeth Rucker Bierbaum and Clark of Charlotte, NC; his brother Robert Saunders Rucker, Sr. and Margie Bedford, VA; nephews, Robert S. Rucker, Jr. of Houston TX, James L. Rucker and Anne of Crozet, VA; nieces, Ann R. O'Connor and Tim of Atlanta, GA and Mary Elizabeth V. Longwood and Claude of Madison Heights. Visitation will be held at Shellhouse Rivers Funeral Home on Pine Log Road on Wednesday, May 31st, from 6-8pm. Funeral services will be held at Shellhouse - Rivers Funeral Home on Thursday, June 1st at 11am. The Rev. Don Morris of 1st Christian Church and Rev. Cathy Cole, Aiken, will officiate. Interment will follow at the Greenwood Cemetery in Bedford, VA on Saturday, June 2, 2006 at 11am. The Rev. Bill Moore of Bedford Christian Church will officiate. The family would like to express their heart-felt thanks for the excellent care provided by Eden Gardens Assisted Living Center and Hitchcock Hospice of Aiken. In lieu of flowers memorials be made to the First Christian Church, 100 Silver Bluff Road, Aiken, SC 29803. Please visit the online memorial at www.shellhouseriversfuneralhome.com . Shellhouse Rivers Funeral Home, 715 East Pine Log Rd., AIKEN, S.C. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
William Herman Huebner (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest on Monday, May 29, 2006 (Memorial Day) at University Hospital, Mr. William Herman Huebner, 79, husband of Mrs. Dorothy E. Huebner. Mr. Huebner was a native of Chicago, IL .and lived in Augusta the past five years. He was a graduate of St. Gregory High., a US Navy Veteran of WWII where he served on the USS Essex (CV-9). Mr. Huebner was a member of St. Mary On-The-Hill Catholic Church. He had a career as a draftsman for 47 years. Family members in addition to his wife include his sons: Mark G. Huebner and wife Carla of Martinez, John A. Huebner of Raleigh N.C.; brother: Paul R. Huebner and his wife Dolores of Surprise, AZ. He is also survived by his niece Linda Boomer and nephew Paul Huebner, Jr. The Funeral Mass will be held on Friday, June 2, 2006 at 11:00 A.M. at St. Mary On-The-Hill Catholic Church with Rev. Charlie Hughes celebrant. Interment will follow in Bellevue Memorial Gardens. Memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Assoc. P.O. Box 1132 Fairfax, VA 22038-1132. A Vigil for the deceased will be held Thursday, June 1, 2006 at 7:00 P.M. and the family will receive friends until 9:00 P.M. at Thomas Poteet & Son Funeral Directors, 214 Davis Rd., Augusta, GA 30907 (706) 364-8484. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Robert A. Carmichael (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
HEPHZIBAH, Ga. - Mr. Robert A. Carmichael, age 55, of Hephzibah, entered into rest on Sunday morning, May 28, 2006 at his residence. A native of Mt. Pleasant, PA, he had resided in the Augusta area since moving from Ft. Campbell, KY in 1990. Mr. Carmichael had retired from the U.S. Army at Fort Gordon in April of 1991, as an E-6, Staff Sergeant, after 23 years of active duty. After his military career and retirement he attended Augusta Technical College where he pursued his love of cooking and received his degree in Culinary Arts. For the past 5 years he had worked as a Jailer with the Richmond County Sheriff's Office at the Walton Way facility. He was a member of the American Legion, VFW Post No. 649 and Providence Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife of 35 years, Sandra P. "Sandy" Carmichael;one son, Robert Scott Carmichael (Maria), Jacksonville, Fla.; two daughters, Loretta Ortiz (Sammy), Land O Lakes, Fla. and Kristina Westbrook (Novie), Graniteville, SC; four sisters, (twin sister) Elma May Heminger, North Huntington, Pa., Ruth Trapp, Saluda, TX, Garnet King, Mesquite, TX and April Carmichael, Latrobe, Pa.; six grandchildren, Kayla and Joshua Ortiz, Lydia, Kaitlyn and Victor Westbrook and Alexandra Carmichael and numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be at 3:00 p.m., on Saturday, June 3, 2006 in the Chapel of Elliott Sons Funeral Home, 4255 Columbia Road, Martinez, with Dr. Donald Prosser, officiating. Friends may call at the funeral home on Saturday from 9:00 am until service time. Honorary pallbearers will be members of the Richmond County Sheriff's Office. Full Military Honors will be accorded by the Fort Gordon Ceremonial Detachment. The family will receive friends from 7-9 p.m., on Friday, at the funeral home or friends may call at the residence. If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to the Providence Baptist Church, Building Fund., 3850 Wrightsboro Road, Augusta, GA 30909
Peggy Kirk (RIDGE SPRING, S.C.)
RIDGE SPRING, S.C. - Mrs. Peggy Kirk of 308 Anderson Rd., Ridge Spring, died May 26, 2006. Funeral services will be held 4 p.m., Thursday, June 1, 2006 at Young Second Baptist Church, Ridge Spring, S.C. Burial in Coleman Ridge Baptist Church Cemetery, Johnston, S.C. Mrs. Kirk is survived by one daughter, Georgia Mae Roldan, Effort, Pa.; four sons, James Willie Kirk, Jr., Long Island, N.Y., Larry Kirk, Far Rockaway, N.Y., Darrell Kirk and Christopher Kirk both of Ridge Spring; 16 grandchildren, two great-grandchildren; six sisters, Shirley Williams, Linda Williams, Annette Williams, Lillie Bell Thompson, Rose Thompson, Virginia Conner; three brothers, Horace Thompson, Robert Gantt, Harold Williams, Jr. Public visitation will be at Davis Funeral Home, Wed May 31, 2006 starting at 12 noon. Quiet Hour will be 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Viewing Thursday from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the funeral home. Body will lie in state at the church one hour before the service. Davis Funeral Home, Ridge Spring, in charge of arrangements. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Ruth Ilene Lackey (MODOC, S.C.)
MODOC, S.C. - Ruth I. Lackey, age 90, widow of Raymond Lackey, passed away Thursday, May 25, 2006 at McCormick Health Care. She was born July 16, 1915 in Bippis, Indiana to the late Ida and Mathias Schilling. She was a member of Trinity on the Hill Baptist Church, Augusta, Ga. Memorial services are June 3, 2006 at 6 p.m. at the Elliott Son's Funeral Home, 4255 Columbia Rd., Martinez, Ga. Interment services will be held at a later date at Forest Hill Cemetery in Shelbyville, Ind. In addition to her brother, Emery Schilling of Columbia, Ind., she leaves wonderful memories with her sons, John 'Steve' Lackey (Donna) of Modoc, S.C. and Douglas Lackey (Helen) of Ljubljaina, Slovenia and five grandchildren.
Lera McNeal (HARLEM, Ga.)
HARLEM, Ga. - Miss Lera McNeal, 85, entered into rest Saturday, May 27, 2006 at her residence. Miss McNeal was born in Ficklin Georgia and the daughter of the late Joseph Homer McNeal and Dolly Bird McNeal of Harlem. Graveside services will be held Wednesday, May 31, 2006 at 10:00 A.M. in the Harlem Memorial Cemetery with the Rev. Keith Boggs and Dr. Robert J. Blankenship officating. She was member of the Old Union Baptist Church and worked at Fort Gordon for many years in different capacities, finishing out her career on the city council of Harlem from 1986 - 1992. Survivors include several nieces. Memorials may be made to the Harlem Foundation, P.O. Box 99, Harlem, Ga. 30814. Visitation will be from 7 to 9 Tuesday, May 30, 2006 at Starling Funeral Home, Hwy. 78, Harlem, Ga. Email condolence to the family at starling@funeralhome.com
Dorothy Walker (MIAMI, Fla.)
MIAMI, Fla. - Mrs. Dorothy Bennett Walker entered into eternal rest on May 27, 2006 in Miami. Dorothy began her career as a educator in the Burke County School System and then completed it with Dade County School System. She worked for 35 years. Survivors include her husband, Eugene Walker; one son, Eugene Darryl Walker; one daughter, Jacinta Walker all of Miami; six sisters, Aretha Cross and Shirlene Ball of Augusta, Vivian Drisdon of Midville, Ga., Arletha Bennett and Mae Ida Birt of Waynesboro, Ga., Alene P. Walker of Newport News, Va.; two brothers, Leroy Bennett of Ft. Lauderdale, Fla. and Hyland Bennett of Colorado Springs, Colo., and several aunts, uncles, cousins and other relatives. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, June 1, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. at St. John's International Baptist Church, Miami. Range Funeral Home, 3384, Grand Ave., Coconut Grove, Fla., is in charge of arrangements Phinazee and Son Funeral Home (706) 554-5500. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Albino Quintana (GROVETOWN, Ga.)
GROVETOWN, Ga. - Mr. Albino Quintana, 77, husband of Mrs. Ingleburg Quintana, entered into rest on Saturday, May 27, 2006 at his residence. Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, May 31, 2006 at the Hillcrest Memorial Park Mausoleum with Rev. Michael Davenport officiating. A native of Clovis, New Mexico, Mr. Quintana served in the United States Army from 1946-1966. He was employed by the Sunbeam Company as a delivery truck driver and then worked until retirement for the Serta Mattress Company. Memorials may be made to St. Joseph Hospice, 2260 Wrightsboro Road, Augusta, GA 30904 Platt's Funeral Home, 337 N. Belair Road, Evans, GA 30809 - (706) 860-6166 Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Margaret Dare (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. - Mrs. Margaret Ford Dare, of Mockingbird Lane, entered into rest Sunday, May 28, 2006, at her residence. Graveside service will be held today at 11:00 a.m. at Westover Memorial Park with Father Michael Lubinsky celebrant. Rowland Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Ora M. Griffin (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mrs. Ora M. Griffin, wife of Mr. Marion D. Griffin, Jr. entered into rest Sunday, May 29, 2006 at her residence. Mrs. Griffin was the daughter of the late Mamie Lee Munns McKie and Robert L. Munns, Sr. and the stepdaughter of George McKie, daughter-in-law of Marile (Polly) Griffin and the late Marion D. Griffin, Sr. In addition to her husband, Marion, Jr., she is survived by two sons, Marion D. Griffin, III (Kimberly) of Atlanta, Martin K. Griffin (Cassandra) of Birmingham, Ala.; three granddaughters, Kimberly and Kasey Griffin of Atlanta, Alexis Griffin of Birmingham; two brothers, Robert L. Munns (Edna) of Augusta and Willie L. Munns (Edna) of Pleasantville, N.J.; two aunts, Serlena S. McKinney of Salisbury, N.C. and Marie Griffin of Augusta; two devoted sisters-in-law, Delores Burnley (Theodore) of Augusta and Hattie Lamar (Aaron) of Birmingham; three devoted cousins, Geneva R. Jones, Washington, D.C., Mamie J. Welborne of District Heights, Md. and Charlie Smith, Jr. of Pleasantville; a host of nieces, nephews and friends and three devoted friends, Dorothy L. Gilbert, Willa Mae Smith and Ida R. Dowers of Augusta. Mrs. Griffin was a member of Mt. Calvary Baptist Church, Rev. Clyde Hill, Sr., Pastor. Funeral arrangements are incomplete. The Historic Dent's Undertaking Establishment Serving the CSRA Since the 1800's.
Douglas W. Usry (MARTINEZ, Ga.)
MARTINEZ, Ga.- Mr. Douglas W. Usry age 69, husband of Betty Usry, entered into rest at Doctors Hospital on Monday May 29, 2006. Funeral services will be held on Thursday June 1, 2006 at Platt's Belair Rd. Chapel at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Gregg Usry officiating. Interment will follow in Hillcrest Memorial Park with Military Honors. Survivors include three sons, Robert D. Usry of Augusta, Charles R. Usry of Grovetown and Cory D. Usry Evans; one daughter, Mechell Creighton of Lincolnton; his mother, Ethel Berger of Augusta; five grandchildren, Keith Rickerson, Robert Usry II, Cassidy Usry, Carter Usry, and Cooper Usry. Mr. Usry retired from the U.S Army as a Staff Sgt. He served during the Korean War and Vietnam. He was a member of the VFW # 3200. The family will receive friends this evening Wednesday May 31, 2006, from 7 until 9 p.m. Platt's Funeral Home 337 N. Belair Rd. Evans, Ga. 706-860-6166 Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Dorothy Daughtry (MILLEN, Ga.)
MILLEN, Ga. - Mrs. Dorothy (Dot) Johnson Daughtry, age 76, died Monday, May 29, 2006 at her residence after a short illness. She was born in Washington, DC, was a homemaker, member of the Rosemary Baptist Church, and the Popeye's Coffee Club. Funeral Services will be at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday at the Rosemary Baptist Church with burial to follow in the Millen Cemetery. Survivors include her four sons, Ernest Johnson of Athens, Richard Johnson, and Tommy Johnson both of Millen and Roger Johnson of Sylvania; three daughters, Sherry Bohannon and Jackie Newton both of Sylvania, and Lynn Johnson of Evans; two step sons, Huldra Daughtry and Danny Daughtry; two step daughters, Janice Burke and Joydine Burke all of Millen; two sisters, Linda Dagenhart of Maryland and Marie Taylor of Lawrenceville; a special friend, Roy C. Ellis of Millen; 12 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren, five step grandchildren, and a step great grandchild. Active Pallbearers will be grandsons. Honorary Pallbearers will be members of the Popey's Coffee Club. Visitation will be Tuesday from 7:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at the Crowe-Fields Funeral Home. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Margaret O. Holmes (EDGEFIELD, S.C.)
EDGEFIELD, S.C. - Mrs. Margaret Ouzts Holmes, 85, of Bausket St. wife of the late Henry K. Holmes died Saturday May 27, 2006 at her residence. Funeral Services will be held Wednesday at 4 P.M. at Edgefield Mercantile Funeral Home with burial in Eastview Cemetery. Mrs. Holmes was a native of Edgefield, S.C. and a member of Edgefield First Baptist Church. She was a Retired Textile Worker. Survivors include two daughters, Betty B. (Nick) Boatwright, Clemson and Greta H. (Dan) Cross, Richmond, Va.; one brother, Woodrow Ouzts, Aiken; four grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. Memorials may be made to Edgefield First Baptist Church, P.O. Box 624 Edgefield, S.C. 29824. The family is at the home and will receive friends from 3 to 4 P.M. Wednesday at the funeral home. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Lera McNeal (HARLEM, Ga.)
HARLEM, Ga. - Graveside services for Miss Lera McNeal will be Wednesday, May 31, 2006, at 10:00 A.M. in the Harlem Memorial Cemetery with the Rev. Keith Boggs and Dr. Robert J. Blankenship officiating. Memorials may be made to the Harlem Foundation, P.O. Box 99, Harlem, Ga. 30814. Starling Funeral Home, Hwy 78, Harlem, Ga., Email condolence to the family at starling@funeralhome.com
Robert D. Moseley (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - The Reverend Robert 'Bob' D. Moseley, husband of Mrs. Justine Till Moseley, entered into rest on Monday, May 29, 2006, at University Hospital. Funeral services will be held this Thursday, June 1, 2006 at 10:00 A.M. in the First Baptist Church of Waynesboro with Doctor Al Wright and Doctor Charles G. Green officiating. Interment will follow in the McIntyre Baptist Church Cemetery in McIntyre, GA. Pallbearers will be Cal Till, Donald Wheeler, Jeff Johnson, Wayne Adams, Joel Ussery, Brad Jones, Jeff Fasick, Clifford Pennington and Neal Pennington. Honorary Pallbearers will be the men of Providence Baptist Church. Survivors in addition to his wife include his son, Cecil David Moseley of Hephzibah; daughters and sons-in-law, Robyn and Chris Bryant, Dalton, GA, and Jeanne Miriam Moseley and Stephan Schmidt of Brooklyn, NY; brother, William C. Moseley of Missouri; grandchildren, Christian Moseley Bryant, Bailey ElizabethBryant and Noah Moseley Schmidt. Reverend Moseley was a native of Statesboro, GA, having made Hephzibah his home for the past twenty nine years. He was currently serving as the pastor of Providence Baptist Church in Grange. Rev. Moseley had served as pastor of McIntyre Baptist Church from 1963-1966. He had retired as a clinical chaplain from Gracewood State School and Hospital and had also served as pastor in numerous churches in GA and FL. He was an avid hunter and fisherman but mostly a fisher of men for the Lord. He was known to many children as the 'Candy Man'. The family will recieve friends this Wednesday evening from 6:00 until 8:00 P.M. at the funeral home. If desired memorials may be made to the Gideons International, Augusta Southwest Camp, P.O. Box 204454, Martinez, GA 30917-4454 Hatcher, Chance & Hydrick Funeral Directors 2502 Richmond Hill Road Augusta, Georgia 30906. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Faye Jewell Queen (BRYSON CITY, N.C.)
BRYSON CITY, N.C. -Entered into rest Monday, May 29, 2006, Mrs. Faye Jewell Queen, 75, of Bryson City, NC. Born in Barnwell, SC, she was a daughter of the late Frank Washington and Alma Beasley Duncan. Mrs. Queen had been a resident of Bryson City since 1973 where she was a member of Cornerstone Wesleyan Church. Surviving are sons, Charles Lowman, North Augusta, SC., Lavern Lowman, (Huetta) Charlottesville, VA, and Michael Lowman, Kinchelo, MI; a step-son, Cecil D. Queen, (Julia) Whittier, NC; daughters, Jewell Minielly, Alganac, MI, Brenda Moyer, (J.L.) North Augusta, SC, and Kathy Mathews, (Robert) Whittier, NC; seventeen grandchildren, thirty-three great grandchildren, and four great-great-grandchildren. Mrs. Queen was preceded in death by her husband, Cecil G. Queen, daughter, Hazel Watson, a great-grandson, Daemian T. Mancini, four sisters and two brothers. Funeral services will be held Friday, June 2, 2006 at 11:00 AM at New Hope Gospel Chapel, Beech Island, SC, with Pastor Bob Still officiating. Interment will follow in Sunset Memorial Gardens, Graniteville, SC. Friends may call at the funeral home. The family will receive friends Thursday, June 1, 2006 from 6 until 8 PM at Hatcher Funeral Home & Cremation Service, U.S. Hwy. No. 1, Langley, SC. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Jesse Ray Brown (TIGNALL, Ga.)
TIGNALL, Ga. - The funeral service for Mr. Jesse Ray Brown of Tignall, Ga., will be conducted today, Wednesday, May 31, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. in the Chapel of Napier Funeral Home with Rev. Wade Palmer officiating. The interment will follow in the Graniteville Cemetery. Napier Funeral Home, 315 Main Street, Graniteville, SC 29829.
Marie Snellings Pullian (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest Monday, May 29, 2006, Mrs. Marie Snellings Pullian, 84, of Augusta, GA. Funeral services will be held Thursday, June 1, 2006 at 2:30 PM at Hillcrest Baptist Church, Augusta, GA, with Rev. Gordon Robinson officiating. Mrs. Pullian will be placed in the church at 1:30 PM on Thursday. Interment will follow in Sunset Memorial Gardens, Graniteville, SC. The family will receive friends tonight from 6 until 8 PM at Hatcher Funeral Home & Cremation Service, U.S. Hwy. No. 1, Langley, SC.
Roosevelt White (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Funeral services for Mr. Roosevelt (Pepper) White, 73, who entered into rest May 26, 2006, will be conducted this Wednesday, May 31, 2006 at 12 noon at Everfaithful Missionary Baptist Church with Pastor Rosa A. Williams officiating.
Linda McDonald (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest on Tuesday, May 30, 2006, at University Hospital, Mrs. Linda Kitchens McDonald, wife of James E. Howell. Additional survivors include her sons, Johnny McDonald, Jr. and Tony L. Kitchens; her mother, Betty L. Mahaffey and her sister Lana Branch. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by Thomas Poteet & Son Funeral Directors, 214 Davis Rd. Augusta, GA 30907 (706)364-8484
Leonard A. Gibson (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Funeral services for Mr. Leonard A. Gibson, 56, who entered into rest May 26, 2006, will be conducted today, May 30, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at C.A. Reid, Sr. Memorial Funeral Home Gibson Chapel with Rev. J.C. Trowell officiating.
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 services will be conducted Wednesday, May 31, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. from Broadway Baptist Church with Reverend Dr. C.W. Joyner, Jr. officiating. Interment will be in Mount Olive Memorial Gardens. The remains will lie in state at the church from 10:00 a.m. until the hour of service. The funeral procession will leave the residence at 10:15 a.m. FLORIST: 9:00 a.m. W. H. Mays Mortuary, 1221 James Brown Boulevard, Augusta, GA (706) 722-6401.
Dorothy Daughtry (MILLEN, Ga.)
MILLEN, Ga. - Mrs. Dorothy (Dot) Johnson Daughtry, age 76, died Monday, May 29, 2006 at her residence after a short illness. She was born in Washington, DC, was a homemaker, member of the Rosemary Baptist Church, and the Popeye's Coffee Club. Funeral Services will be at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday at the Rosemary Baptist Church with burial to follow in the Millen Cemetery. Survivors include her four sons, Ernest Johnson of Athens, Richard Johnson, and Tommy Johnson both of Millen and Roger Johnson of Sylvania; three daughters, Sherry Bohannon and Jackie Newton both of Sylvania, and Lynn Johnson of Evans; two step sons, Huldra Daughtry and Danny Daughtry; two step daughters, Janice Burke and Joydine Burke all of Millen; two sisters, Linda Dagenhart of Maryland and Marie Taylor of Lawrenceville; a special friend, Roy C. Ellis of Millen; 12 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren, five step grandchildren, and a step great grandchild. Active Pallbearers will be grandsons. Honorary Pallbearers will be members of the Popey's Coffee Club. Visitation will be Tuesday from 7:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at the Crowe-Fields Funeral Home. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Rebecca Anderson (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mrs. Rebecca W. Anderson of Arcadia Court, entered into rest on May 26, 2006 at University Hospital. She was a member of Greater Mt. Canaan Baptist Church of which Rev. Victor Thomas is pastor. She is survived by two sons, Mr. Kenneth D. (Theresa) Anderson and Mr. Curtis Anderson; three daughters, Ms. Deborah O. Anderson, Ms. Pamela G. Scott and Ms. Feronda A. Crawford; one brother, Mr. Isiah 'Ike' Williams; grandchildren, Tiffany Anderson, Natasha Anderson, Savannah L. Crawford, Scylance B. Scott, III and Tia Scott and other relatives and friends. Funeral service will be conducted Thursday, June 1, 2006 at 3:00 P.M. from Greater Mt. Canaan Baptist Church with Rev. Dr. Victor Thomas officiating. Funeral processional will leave the residence at 2:15 p.m. Burial will be in Mt. Olive Memorial Park. The Historic Dent's Undertaking Establishment Serving the CSRA Since the 1800's.
Barney J. O'Hara (GROVETOWN, Ga.)
GROVETOWN, Ga. - Mr. Barney O'Hara, of Lone Oak Road, entered into rest Saturday, May 27, 2006 at his residence. The Funeral Mass and Prayer Vigil will be celebrated this evening at 7:00 p.m. at St. Edward Catholic Church with Father Cherian Thalakulam celebrant. Final Blessings will be said at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, May 31, 2006 at the church with interment to follow in Pineview Memorial Park. Rowland Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Torrance Brown (AIKEN, S.C.)
AIKEN, S.C. - 'To everything there is a season and time to every purpose under the heaven...'on the morning of Saturday, May 27, 2006 for Mr. Torrance Darrell Brown, 26 years of age, purpose was at hand as he was escorted from 588 Galaxy Street (Dry Brank Comm. Aiken, S.C.) The funeral service will be held 11 a.m., Friday, June 2, 2006 at Four Mile Baptist Church, New Ellenton, S.C. with Rev. Reginald Grimes, Pastor/Officiating. The interment will immediately follow in the church cemetery. He was a young man that was truly loved and he loved life and all aspects of it. The family will be receiving friends at the residence of his mother, E. Marie Brown, 194 Dry Branch Rd., (Dry Branch Comm.) Aiken, S.C.. The viewing will be held on Thursday from 5 until 8 p.m. at the funeral home and Friday from 10 a.m. until the hour of the service at the church. Cheatham Funeral Homes, Inc., 520 Hickory Ave., Ellenton, S.C. (803) 652-2422. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Barbara C. Ware (WASHINGTON, Ga.)
WASHINGTON, Ga. - Mrs. Barbara C. Ware of Washington, passed Sunday, May 28, 2006 at University Hospital in Augusta, Ga. Mrs. Ware was a long-time, loyal and dedicated employee of Davenport-McLendon Mortuary. Graveside services will be held 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, May 31, 2006 at Rocky Mount Baptist Church. Interment in the church cemetery. Davenport-McLendon Mortuary, Inc. is in charge of arrangements.
Sarah Virginia Hallman (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mrs. Sarah Virginia Hallman, 89, entered in to rest on Tuesday, May 30, 2006, at St. Joseph Hospital. The funeral will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, June 2, 2006, at Christ Episcopal Church with The Rev. Theodore Atwood officiating. Interment will follow in Westover Memorial Park. The family will receive friends Thursday evening, June 1, 2006, from 7 to 9 p.m. at the funeral home. Platt's Funeral Home, 721 Crawford Ave. Augusta, GA 30904 706-733-3636. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Margaret Ford Dare (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. - Mrs. Margaret Ford Dare, of Mockingbird Lane, entered into rest Sunday, May 28, 2006, at her residence. Graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, May 31, 2006 at Westover Memorial Park. The family will receive friends at the funeral home tonight from 6 to 8 p.m. Survivors include a son, Jack Johnston, of Miami, Fla.; a daughter Helen Hall of North Augusta; a brother, Bill Ford of Harlem, and several grandchildren and great grandchildren. Rowland Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Gerry Gieseking (HARLEM, Ga.)
HARLEM, Ga. - Mr. Gerry Gieseking 49, entered into rest Friday, May 26, 2006. Funeral arrangements are incomplete. Starling Funeral Home Hwy. 78, Harlem, Ga. Email condolence to the family at starling@familink.com
Ora M. Griffin (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mrs. Ora M. Griffin, wife of Mr. Marion D. Griffin, Jr. entered into rest Sunday, May 29, 2006 at her residence. Mrs. Griffin was the daughter of the late Mamie Lee Munns McKie and Robert L. Munns, Sr. and the stepdaughter of George McKie, daughter-in-law of Marile (Polly) Griffin and the late Marion D. Griffin, Sr. In addition to her husband, Marion, Jr., she is survived by two sons, Marion D. Griffin, III (Kimberly) of Atlanta, Martin K. Griffin (Cassandra) of Birmingham, Ala.; three granddaughters, Kimberly and Kasey Griffin of Atlanta, Alexis Griffin of Birmingham; two brothers, Robert L. Munns (Edna) of Augusta and Willie L. Munns (Edna) of Pleasantville, N.J.; two aunts, Serlena S. McKinney of Salisbury, N.C. and Marie Griffin of Augusta; two devoted sisters-in-law, Delores Burnley (Theodore) of Augusta and Hattie Lamar (Aaron) of Birmingham; three devoted cousins, Geneva R. Jones, Washington, D.C., Mamie J. Welborne of District Heights, Md. and Charlie Smith, Jr. of Pleasantville; a host of nieces, nephews and friends and three devoted friends, Dorothy L. Gilbert, Willa Mae Smith and Ida R. Dowers of Augusta. Mrs. Griffin was a member of Mt. Calvary Baptist Church, Rev. Clyde Hill, Sr., Pastor. Funeral arrangements are incomplete. The Historic Dent's Undertaking Establishment Serving the CSRA Since the 1800's.
Guy I. McLamb (MILLEN, Ga.)
MILLEN, Ga. - Mr. Guy I. McLamb, 66, died Monday in a Statesboro hospital. Funeral: 11:00 A.M. Friday at Thompson-Strickland-Waters Funeral Home Chapel with burial in the Millen Cemetery, Millen. Visitation: Thursday, 6 until 9 P.M. at the funeral home. Thompson-Strickland-Waters Funeral Home of Sylvania. (912) 564-2331.
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 today, 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. Friends may call Bentley & Sons Funeral Home, 2714 Montpelier Avenue, Macon, GA (478) 742-0952 or W. H. Mays Mortuary, 1221 James Brown Boulevard, Augusta, GA (706) 722-6401.
B G Gardner (SALUDA, S.C.)
SALUDA, S.C. - Boyd Gwynn "BG" Gardner, 77, of 2505 Hwy. 378, died Monday, May 29, 2006 at his residence. Born in Saluda County and a son of the late John Sheppard, Sr. and Elizabeth Eugenia Bladon Gardner, he was the husband of Joyce Leopard Gardner. He was a U.S. Navy veteran and was a retired PBX Engineer with Southern Bell. Mr. Gardner was a Volunteer fireman with the Circle Fire Department and a mason and member with Saluda Lodge #140 and was a former worshipful master with Kadosh Lodge #181 in Johnston. He was a member of Sardis Baptist Church where he had served as Deacon, RA Director and Training Union Director. Surviving is his wife, Joyce Leopard Gardner of the home; two sons and daughters-in-law, Terry and Janice Gardner and Brent and Rhonda Gardner all of Saluda; a sister, Margaret Randall McGowan of Clinton; five grandchildren, Loren Gardner, Whitney Gardner, Kason Gardner, Payton Gardner and Breckon Gardner. Two sisters, Thelma Griffith and Emily Sprouse and a brother, John Sheppard "Jack" Gardner, Jr., preceded Mr. Gardner in death. Funeral service will be 2 PM, Wednesday, May 31, 2006 at Sardis Baptist Church with the Rev. Dennis Campbell and Rev. John Griffith officiating. Interment will follow at Trinity Lutheran Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 1 until 2 PM prior to the service in the church Social Hall. Memorials may be made to Trinity Lutheran Church Cemetery Fund c/o Dorothy Metts, 388 Rock Hill Road, Saluda, SC 29138 or to Hospice Care of South Carolina, 404 Batesburg Hwy., Saluda, SC 29138. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Geraldine Montgomery (THOMSON, Ga.)
THOMSON, Ga. - Geraldine H. Montgomery, 62 of Central Rd. Ext. S.W. Thomson, Ga. entered into rest May 25, 2006 at Cancer Treatment Center of America in Tulsa, Oklahoma. She was the beloved wife of Floyd Tommy Montgomery. Memorial Services will be held at 4:00 PM , Sunday, June 04, 2006 at the Beggs Funeral Home Chapel with Revs. Tom Kerr and Joe B. Walden officiating. Memorials may be made to Mt. Moriah Campground P. O. Box 5 Matthews, Ga. 30818 or the Cancer Treatment Center of America 10109 East 79th Street Tulsa, Oklahoma 74133. Beggs Funeral Home, 799 Cobbham Road, Thomson, Ga. 595-4100
Dora Kinney (SPARTA, Ga.)
SPARTA, Ga. -Mrs. Dora Kinney, 85, of Sparta, died Monday May 29, 2006. Graveside services will be held 11 a.m., Thursday, June 1, 2006 at Fairmount Baptist Church Cemetery with Rev. Berry Wren officiating. Williams Funeral Home and Crematory of Milledgeville in charge of arrangements.
Phyllis Dunaway (HARLEM, Ga.)
HARLEM, Ga. - Graveside services for Mrs. Phyllis Cambridge Dunaway will be held Tuesday, May 30, 2006 at 2:00 P.M. in the Harlem Memorial Cemetery. Family and friends will assemble at the Graveside. Starling Funeral Home, Hwy 78, Harlem, Ga.- Email condolence to the family at starling@familink.com
Catherine Daniel (SANDERSVILLE, Ga.)
SANDERSVILLE, Ga. -Mrs. Catherine Daniel, 505, College St., Sandersville, died on Thursday evening at the Medical College of Georgia, Augusta, Ga. Funeral services will be held on Friday, June 2, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. from Mount Olive Baptist Church, Warthen, Ga. with Rev. Henry Tanner officiating. Interment will be in the church cemetery. M.C. Smith Funeral Home in charge.
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 services will be conducted Wednesday, May 31, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. from Broadway Baptist Church with Reverend Dr. C.W. Joyner, Jr. officiating. Interment will be in Mount Olive Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends this evening for a prayer service at 3617 Meadow Grove (Meadow Grove Personal Care Home) from 7 to 8 p.m. 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.
Gladys Terry Lester (ATHENS, Ga.)
ATHENS, Ga. - Gladys Terry Lester, 87, died Tuesday, May 30, 2006. A native of McDuffie County, she was the daughter of the late John C. and Ala S. Terry and the widow of Lawton B. Lester. She was preceded in death by a son, Terry B. Lester, three sisters and one brother. Mrs. Lester was the last survivor of her immediate family. She was an active member of Central Baptist Church as a member of the Victory Sunday School Class, the Bouquets of Sunshine, Women in Action, and numerous volunteer services. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, June 1, 2006 at Central Baptist Church with the Rev. Dr. Ben Glosson, Rev. Jeff Langley, Rev. Dr. Frank J. Terry officiating. Mrs. Lester will lie in state from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. at the church. Interment will follow at Athens Memory Gardens. Lord & Stephens Funeral Home, Athens, Ga., is in charge of arrangements. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
(Dean) M. Powell (APPLING, Ga.)
APPLING, Ga. - Entered into rest on Saturday, May 27, 2006, at the Medical College of Georgia, Mrs. Bernice Audine (Dean) Mincey Powell, 82, wife of 44 years to the late Erastus Powell. Mrs. Powell was a homemaker. She had lived in Appling for 6 years, and had resided in Gloverville, SC for 20 years previously. Mrs. Powell was a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution and the Eastern Star. She was also a member of Damascus Baptist Church and the Ladies Sunday School class. Mrs. Powell was the youngest of 10 siblings, of which two survive. Family members include her son and daughter-in-law, Timothy W. and Zola M. Powell of Appling; grandchildren, Kelly L. Edwards of Appling, Timothy W. Powell II of Alaska; five great-grandchildren, Thomas S. Edwards II, Rachel A. Edwards, Timothy Nathaniel Edwards, Caleb Erastus Edwards and Jessica E. Powell; sister, Nora Reames and brother, Horace Mincey. Funeral services will be held today, Tuesday, May 30, 2006 at 11:00 A.M. at Damascus Baptist Church in Appling with Rev. Joe Hester officiating. Mrs. Powell will lie in state in the church one hour prior to the service. Interment will follow at 3:00 P.M. in Midway Baptist Church Cemetery in Baxley, Ga. Memorials may be made to Damascus Baptist Church, 6375 Ridge Rd., Appling, GA 30802-4024. Thomas Poteet & Son Funeral Directors, 214 Davis Rd., Augusta, GA 30907 (706) 364-8484. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Joe W. West (TRENTON, S.C.)
TRENTON , S.C. - Rev. Joe W. West, Sr. of Trenton died Sunday 5-28-2006 at his Residence. Funeral Services will be held Tuesday at 11 A.M. at Ebenezer Baptist Church with burial in Ebenezer Cemetery. Rev. West was a native of Woodruff, S.C. and a member of Ebenezer Baptist Church. He was a former Pastor of churches in Whitmire, Columbia, and Aiken and was the current Pastor at Ebenezer Baptist Church in Trenton for 6 years. Survivors include his wife, Mary Graddick West; one daughter, Tracey W. Holsonback, Aiken; one son, William West, Johnston; two grandchildren; two sisters, Alice Bragg and Bertha Hottel and one brother, Ben Lewis West. The family is at the home on East Wise St. in Trenton. Edgefield Mercantile Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Joe W. West (TRENTON, S.C.)
TRENTON , S.C. - Rev. Joe W. West, Sr. of Trenton died Sunday 5-28-2006 at his Residence. Funeral Services will be held Tuesday at 11 A.M. at Ebenezer Baptist Church with burial in Ebenezer Cemetery. Rev. West was a native of Woodruff, S.C. and a member of Ebenezer Baptist Church. He was a former Pastor of churches in Whitmire, Columbia, and Aiken and was the current Pastor at Ebenezer Baptist Church in Trenton for 6 years. Survivors include his wife, Mary Graddick West; one daughter, Tracey W. Holsonback, Aiken; one son, William West, Johnston; two grandchildren; two sisters, Alice Bragg and Bertha Hottel and one brother, Ben Lewis West. The family is at the home on East Wise St. in Trenton. Edgefield Mercantile Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Theresa Carroll (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. - Mrs. Theresa Carroll, of Edwards Dr., entered into rest Monday, May 29, 2006 at her residence. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced. Rowland Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Theresa Carroll (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. - Mrs. Theresa Carroll, of Edwards Dr., entered into rest Monday, May 29, 2006 at her residence. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced. Rowland Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
David William McNeill (MARTINEZ, Ga.)
MARTINEZ, Ga. - Entered into rest Sunday, May 28, 2006 at University Hospital, David William McNeill, son of Irene G. McNeill and the late Charles E. McNeill, Sr. Celebration of Life will be held today at 2:00 PM at Bible Deliverance Temple with Dr. H. Kelly McKnight and Rev. Brian Cowart officiating. Friends may call at the church one hour prior to services. Southern Funeral & Cremation Service, 109 Shaw Street, Martinez, Ga. 706-364-9122.
David William McNeill (MARTINEZ, Ga.)
MARTINEZ, Ga. - Entered into rest Sunday, May 28, 2006 at University Hospital, David William McNeill, son of Irene G. McNeill and the late Charles E. McNeill, Sr. Celebration of Life will be held today at 2:00 PM at Bible Deliverance Temple with Dr. H. Kelly McKnight and Rev. Brian Cowart officiating. Friends may call at the church one hour prior to services. Southern Funeral & Cremation Service, 109 Shaw Street, Martinez, Ga. 706-364-9122.
Marie Pullian (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest Monday, May 29, 2006, Mrs. Marie Snellings Pullian, 84, of Augusta, GA. Born in Clearwater, SC, she was a daughter of the late Hollis and Alice Jones Busbee. Mrs. Pullian retired from Graniteville Company and was a member of Hillcrest Baptist Church, Augusta, GA, where she was a member of the Dabney Sunday School Class. Her interests included attending church, spending time with family and friends, swimming, and gardening. She was loved by all. Surviving are sons, Joseph Snellings, Jr., North Augusta, SC and Laron Snellings, Langley, SC; daughters, Sandra Chavous, Augusta, GA, Judy Allman, Camden, SC, and Fay Lowe, Clearwater, SC; step-daughter, Mae Williams, Warner Robbins, GA; grandchildren, Chris Snellings, Tim Snellings, Matthew Snellings, Bruce Tomes, Joey Tomes, Sheila Gaddy, Brad Tomes, Lawrence Chavous, Angie Allman, Sean Heath, Alysia Wollam, and Eric Snellings and 10 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Joseph F. Snellings, Sr., her second husband, S.T. Pullian, four brothers and six sisters. Funeral services will be held Thursday, June 1, 2006 at 2:30 PM at Hillcrest Baptist Church, Augusta, GA, with Rev. Gordon Robinson officiating. Mrs. Pullian will be placed in the church at 1:30 PM on Thursday. Interment will follow in Sunset Memorial Gardens, Graniteville, SC. Pallbearers will be Chris Snellings, Tim Snellings, Matthew Snellings, Brandon Snellings, Eric Snellings, and Sean Heath. Friends may call at the funeral home. The family will receive friends Wednesday, May 31, 2006 from 6 until 8 PM at Hatcher Funeral Home & Cremation Service, U.S. Hwy. No. 1, Langley, SC. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
(Dean) M. Powell (APPLING, Ga.)
APPLING, Ga. - Entered into rest on Saturday, May 27, 2006, at the Medical College of Georgia, Mrs. Bernice Audine (Dean) Mincey Powell, 82, wife of 44 years to the late Erastus Powell. Mrs. Powell was a homemaker. She had lived in Appling for 6 years, and had resided in Gloverville, SC for 20 years previously. Mrs. Powell was a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution and the Eastern Star. She was also a member of Damascus Baptist Church and the Ladies Sunday School class. Mrs. Powell was the youngest of 10 siblings, of which two survive. Family members include her son and daughter-in-law, Timothy W. and Zola M. Powell of Appling; grandchildren, Kelly L. Edwards of Appling, Timothy W. Powell II of Alaska; five great-grandchildren, Thomas S. Edwards II, Rachel A. Edwards, Timothy Nathaniel Edwards, Caleb Erastus Edwards and Jessica E. Powell; sister, Nora Reames and brother, Horace Mincey. Funeral services will be held today, Tuesday, May 30, 2006 at 11:00 A.M. at Damascus Baptist Church in Appling with Rev. Joe Hester officiating. Mrs. Powell will lie in state in the church one hour prior to the service. Interment will follow at 3:00 P.M. in Midway Baptist Church Cemetery in Baxley, Ga. Memorials may be made to Damascus Baptist Church, 6375 Ridge Rd., Appling, GA 30802-4024. Thomas Poteet & Son Funeral Directors, 214 Davis Rd., Augusta, GA 30907 (706) 364-8484. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Robert A. Carmichael (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
HEPHZIBAH, Ga. - Mr. Robert A. Carmichael, age 55, of Hephzibah, beloved husband of Sandy Carmichael, entered into rest on Sunday morning, May 28, 2006 at his residence. Funeral services will be at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 3, 2006 in the Chapel of Elliott Sons Funeral Home, 4255 Columbia Road, Martinez, with Dr. Donald Prosser officiating. The family will receive friends from 7 to 9 p.m. on Friday at the funeral home. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
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 services will be conducted Wednesday, May 31, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. from Broadway Baptist Church with Reverend Dr. C.W. Joyner, Jr. officiating. Interment will be in Mount Olive Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends this evening for a prayer service at 3617 Meadow Grove (Meadow Grove Personal Care Home) from 7 to 8 p.m. 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.
Rezell Neal (DETROIT, Mich.)
DETROIT, Mich.- Mrs. Rezell Murray Neal, 80, of 3286 Cortland Ave., entered into rest May 22, 2006 at her residence. Funeral service will be held Thursday, June 1, 2006 at 10:30 a.m. at Liberty Temple Church, 1300 East 7 Mile Rd., Highland Park, Michigan with Pastor Ralph L. Hart officiating. Interment will follow in Woodlawn Memorial Gardens. Rezell Murray Neal, daughter of the late Mr. Roosevelt Murray and Mrs. Eunice West Murray Bryan, was born June 27, 1925 in North Augusta, S.C. Rezell retired from the Railroad Company in Detroit, Michigan after 30 years of service. Family members are one daughter, Philomena Stringer, Detroit; one sister, Carolyn Murray Elam, Martinez, Ga.; one aunt, Idelia West Simpson, Detroit and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives and friends. Funeral Director is James H. Cole Funeral Inc., 2624 W. Grand Blvd., Detroit, Michigan, 48203 (313) 873-0771. Dent's Undertaking Establishment serving the CSRA since the 1880's. TheAugusta Chronicle-May 31, 2006
Rebecca Anderson (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Ruth Ilene Lackey (MODOC, S.C.)
Margaret O. Holmes (EDGEFIELD, S.C.)
Robert A. Carmichael (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
Eugenia Williams (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Jesse Ray Brown (TIGNALL, Ga.)
Robert A. Carmichael (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
Marie Snellings Pullian (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Geraldine Montgomery (THOMSON, Ga.)
Douglas W. Usry (MARTINEZ, Ga.)
Faye Jewell Queen (BRYSON CITY, N.C.)
Barney J. O'Hara (GROVETOWN, Ga.)
Geraldine Montgomery (THOMSON, Ga.)
Jesse Ray Brown (TIGNALL, Ga.)
William Herman Huebner (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Margaret Ford Dare (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Leonard A. Gibson (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Margaret Dare (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Sarah Virginia Hallman (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Catherine Daniel (SANDERSVILLE, Ga.)
Robert D. Moseley (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Gregory L. Lewis (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Peggy Kirk (RIDGE SPRING, S.C.)
Albino Quintana (GROVETOWN, Ga.)
Margaret O. Holmes (EDGEFIELD, S.C.)
Gladys Terry Lester (ATHENS, Ga.)
Roosevelt White (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Goalies want a red card issued for new soccer ball
Myskina vows to quit if she can't succeed
All hail the King of Clay
PARIS - Rafael Nadal's phone rang last week. On the other end was Guillermo Vilas, owner of four Grand Slam titles and the man whose 1977 record for consecutive victories on clay Nadal was approaching.
Overtime
Greenbrier will play host to Marist on Friday for the Georgia High School Association Class AAAA state championship.
Boos trail Roddick's exit
PARIS - As it is, the French Open is the cruelest Grand Slam tournament for Andy Roddick, the toughest for all U.S. men over the years, really. Toss in a bum ankle, and Roddick never really stood a chance this time.
All hail the King of Clay
PARIS - Rafael Nadal's phone rang last week. On the other end was Guillermo Vilas, owner of four Grand Slam titles and the man whose 1977 record for consecutive victories on clay Nadal was approaching.
Goalies want a red card issued for new soccer ball
NEW YORK - Strikers and midfielders love it. Goalkeepers hate it.
Colt's health is progressing
KENNETT SQUARE, Pa. - Kentucky Derby winner Barbaro is progressing so well he might not have the cast on his severely injured right hind leg changed for several weeks.
Myskina vows to quit if she can't succeed
PARIS - When Anastasia Myskina won the French Open in 2004 she became the first Russian woman to win a Grand Slam title.
Overtime
Virginia completed an undefeated season in Philadelphia with its fourth NCAA men's lacrosse title Monday, beating unseeded Massachusetts, 15-7, behind five goals each from Matt Poskay and Matt Ward.
Augusta's victory is Florence's loss
The Augusta Spartans completed their second sweep of the season Saturday night, beating the Florence Phantoms by 10 points for the second time this season.
Augusta's victory is Florence's loss
Augusta's victory is Florence's loss
The Augusta Spartans completed their second sweep of the season Saturday night, beating the Florence Phantoms by 10 points for the second time this season.
All this technology makes people lazy
Who doesn't love the astonishing leaps technology has made? It makes our lives not only easier but also longer. Who could live without a refrigerator? What teenager doesn't have (or at least desire) an iPod? Technology is essential to the modern American lifestyle.
All this technology makes people lazy
Who doesn't love the astonishing leaps technology has made? It makes our lives not only easier but also longer. Who could live without a refrigerator? What teenager doesn't have (or at least desire) an iPod? Technology is essential to the modern American lifestyle.
Question of the week
Here are the results of last week's question:
Spotted
Taylor Daly (left) and Ivy Reese enjoy the senior slide show during Curtis Baptist School's Junior/Senior Banquet at the Marion Hatcher Center.
Xtreme Calendar
SKATE BY: Celebrate summer with the Holy Hip-Hop Skate Night sponsored by Macedonia Baptist Church. Family skate time is scheduled from 7-10 p.m. at Red Wing Roller Way, 3065 Washington Road. Admission is $5, which benefits the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Augusta.
History can prepare us for future
Quick Hits
The iPod Shuffle is one of the better deals in digital music players. For less than $100, you get the unique design sensibility and simplicity of Apple Computer products, combined with the ability to hold 120-240 digital music files or mounds of simple data such as word files. About the size of a pack of gum and just in time for summer, the iPod Shuffle is the perfect mate for those running and resting in the sun.
Eighth-graders from Davidson organize prom
If you plan it, they will come.
Eighth-graders from Davidson organize prom
If you plan it, they will come.
Spotted
Taylor Daly (left) and Ivy Reese enjoy the senior slide show during Curtis Baptist School's Junior/Senior Banquet at the Marion Hatcher Center.
Mom should know that girl is making life plans with boy
History can prepare us for future
As if my midteen crisis was not already causing me to question my identity, my junior year in high school has provided an identity crisis that will most likely not be rivaled by my "core" years of college.
Mom should know that girl is making life plans with boy
I'm a 17 year-old girl, and I've been dating this man who is 21. I've been telling my mother that I've been going out with my friends, and I've really been going out with him. We're in love, and he's (been) telling me that we're going to move in together and start a family. Should I believe him? Should I tell my mother that I've been dating this man and that I might be moving in with him ... or should I keep this a secret?
New batch of teens is needed to bring views to 'Chronicle'
4-1-1
MSN Messenger has released a new program that blows all the old versions right out of the water. With the new Windows Live Messenger, which you can download for free at http://ideas.live.com, the possibilities are almost endless. It still has the same features as past editions, but new features include the ability to send entire folders to friends and easier access to your e-mail and MySpace accounts. MSN is promising new features soon, so keep your eyes peeled.
New batch of teens is needed to bring views to 'Chronicle'
We're looking for 15-18 young minds with fresh ideas and the attitude to get things done to serve on the 2006-07 Xtreme Teen Board. Applications will be accepted through June 29.
4-1-1
MSN Messenger has released a new program that blows all the old versions right out of the water. With the new Windows Live Messenger, which you can download for free at http://ideas.live.com, the possibilities are almost endless. It still has the same features as past editions, but new features include the ability to send entire folders to friends and easier access to your e-mail and MySpace accounts. MSN is promising new features soon, so keep your eyes peeled.
Two elementary schools can roll out Red Carpets
Junior scores high in SAT writing
Youngsters learn to talk like sailors
Plans for replica of train depot are still on track
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