Animal shelter dog is claimed by studio
Lady Luck smiled on a resident of the Aiken Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals' shelter.
Recycling centers
- To raise money for burn victims, the Southeastern Firefighters Burn Foundation takes aluminum cans at the Belvedere Fire Department on U.S. Highway 25, Langley Fire Department on South Carolina Highway 421, and Aiken Department of Public Safety stations No. 2 on Silver Bluff Road and No. 3 on U.S. Highway 78.
Literacy centers
Here are some phone numbers of adult literacy sites:
Upcoming events
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
Community action groups are celebrated
May was Community Action Month. Its goal was to bring attention to agencies that help needy families and individuals - and to the people they serve.
Young player takes a leading role on her teams
Lauren Snyder was a little surprised when a fifth-grader asked for her autograph at a basketball game this year.
Around the block
The commemoration of the 225th anniversary of the Battle of Augusta (The Siege of Fort Cornwallis) continues from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. today at the Living History Park, 299 W. Spring Grove Ave., North Augusta. Admission is free. Call (803) 215-0837.
Recreation
HARRISON-CAVER PARK, CLEARWATERINSTRUCTOR 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
Military news
Air National Guard Airman 1st Class Cristina R. Chambers, a 2005 graduate of Silver Bluff High School, has graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio.
Across the river
BYE BYE BIRDIE: 3 p.m. today; Monte Sano Elementary School, 3713 Wrightsboro Road; Augusta Players Youth Wing production; $10 adults, $8 seniors and students and $6 for 12 and younger; (706) 826-4707
Seniors calendar
The Seniors Calendar lists items of interest to senior citizens. Call the service agencies for information. To list your activity, write to Seniors Calendar, The Augusta Chronicle, P.O. Box 1928, Augusta, GA 30903-1928. Send a fa x to (706) 722-7403 or e-mail to feature@augustachronicle.com. Include the name and number of a contact person.
Library schedules
Here are schedules for Aiken area libraries.
Signs point to history of interstate highways
Without the interstate highway system, the American way of life would probably grind to a halt, said Pete Poore, the director of communications for the South Carolina Department of Transportation.
Events
LEGACY SCULPTURE AND GARDEN: Outdoor Education Center, two miles of hiking trails, wetlands habitat and a pavilion; self-guided tours 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Friday, guided group and weekend tours by appointment; www.nwtf.org
Trash turned into treasure
Sonya Lindley, the superintendent of sanitation services for North Augusta, stands next to 900-pound bundles of compacted recyclable plastic at the city's recycling center on Clay Pit Road.
Graduates from 1956 renew old friendships
The students who graduated from North Augusta High School in 1956 were more than classmates. As children, many of them spent countless hours together outside the classroom playing games and becoming close friends.
Meetings
AIKEN COUNTY REGISTRATION AND ELECTIONS COMMISSION: 5:30 p.m. first Mondays (unless it is a holiday, then moves to second Monday), Registration and Elections Building, 916 Vaucluse Road, Aiken; (803) 642-1528
Reunions
Strom Thurmond High School 1986: Seeking classmates for a 20-year reunion Saturday, Oct. 7; call Gretchen Tremmel Strasser at (803) 202-3355 or Robin Jackson Blackmon at (803) 637-3700
Wilmington is no match for Winthrop
CHAPEL HILL, N.C. - Ben Ehrlich went 4-for-4 and drove in three runs, and Alan Robbins hit a two-run homer in Winthrop's seven-run seventh inning that gave the Eagles a 14-2 NCAA regional baseball victory over UNC-Wilmington on Friday.
Cougars best Irish in marathon
LEXINGTON, Ky. - College of Charleston third baseman Ben Lasater ended his team's shot at the record books Friday, and he couldn't be more relieved.
Cougars best Irish in marathon
Red Sox win on dramatic homer
DETROIT - Kevin Youkilis' two-run homer with two outs in the ninth inning gave the Boston Red Sox a 3-2 victory over the Detroit Tigers on Friday night.
Seminoles lead 18-0 after seven
Storm suspends Florida State's first-round rout
Tampa prospect returns to field
MLB power rankings week 10
Every week of the regular season, The Augusta Chronicle's Andrew Festa and Miguelangelo Hernandez will rank the major league teams.
Homers carry Vandy to win over Michigan
Greenbrier must wait another day
Greenbrier and Marist hoped to play for a state championship Friday. Mother Nature had another day in mind.
Seminoles lead 18-0 after seven
Big Apple must wait
NEW YORK - Barry Bonds' first game in the Big Apple this season was washed out.
Greenbrier wins fourth state title
Homers carry Vandy to win over Michigan
ATLANTA - Matt Buschmann threw a six-hitter, Pedro Alvarez claimed a school record with one of Vanderbilt's three homers and the Commodores defeated Michigan 5-2 on Friday in the opening game of the NCAA's Atlanta Regional.
Greenbrier must wait another day
Tampa prospect returns to field
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - Josh Hamilton was nervous each time he walked into the batting cage.
Wilmington is no match for Winthrop
Greenbrier wins fourth state title
It all happened the way it was supposed to be. Greenbrier won its fourth state baseball title Saturday by sweeping Marist in two games, with 3-1 and 10-0 victories for the Class AAAA title.
MLB notebook
ST. LOUIS - Aramis Ramirez hit a grand slam and Phil Nevin added a two-run homer in his first start with the Chicago Cubs, who beat the St. Louis Cardinals, 8-5, on Saturday.
Take my advice, candidates; your ads can't get worse
Mike Earl Chavis
Amy and Mike Chavis Sr., of Windsor, S.C., are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Mike Earl Jr., born May 15, 2006, at HCA-Aiken.
Jack Saye Addison
Joseph and Angela Addison, of Harlem, are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Jack Saye III, born May 9, 2006, at Doctors Hospital in Augusta.
Jalen Tyrese Thomas
Victoria and Aubrey Thomas II, of Blythe, Ga., are pleased to announce the birth of their son Jalen Tyrese, born March 23, 2006, at Doctors Hospital in Augusta.
Royce Ollen English
Kimberly and Royce English Jr., of Evans, are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Royce Ollen III, born March 28, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Donovan James Taylor
Daniel and Yalonda Taylor, of Augusta, are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Donovan James, born May 9, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Cassidy Grace Haney
Kenny and Constance Haney, of Augusta, are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Cassidy Grace, born April 19, 2006, at The Medical College of Georgia in Augusta.
Sarah Rosa Green
Brian and Mary Green, of Thomson, Ga., are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Sarah Rosa, born May 15, 2006, at Doctors Hospital in Augusta.
Lacey Grace Kirkbride
Todd and Kimberly Kirkbride, of Aiken, are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Lacy Grace, born April 5, 2006, at Aiken Regional Medical Center.
Dorrian Tyler Jenkins
Tosha Richard and Derrick Jenkins are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Dorrian Tyler, born May 12, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Sunny Presley Holberton
William and Dawn Holberton, of Grovetown, are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Sunny Presley, born May 13, 2006, at Doctors Hospital in Augusta.
Sarah Grace Farley
Mark and Amy Farley, of Bethlehem, Ga., are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Sarah Grace, born March 17, 2006, at Emory Eastside Medical Center in Snellville, Ga.
Jaley Ana Laney
Ashley Scribner and Jason Laney are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Jaley Ana, born May 9, 2006, at Newton County Hospital in Covington, Ga.
Ethan Chase Morris
Darrell and Rhonda Morris, of Harlem, are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Ethan Chase, born April 5, 2006, at Doctors Hospital in Augusta.
Katilyn Faye Drawdy
Christina Pauline Drawdy, of Warrenville, S.C., is pleased to announce the birth of her daughter, Katilyn Faye, born May 10, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Ruby Francis Abell
Lauren Fay and Jeffrey Abell are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Ruby Francis, born May 14, 2006, at St. Joseph Hospital in Augusta.
Chloe Elise Kaminski
Christopher and Jessica Kaminski, of Martinez, are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Chloe Elise, born April 28, 2006, at Doctors Hospital in Augusta.
Savannah Brooke Kelly
Courtney and Richard Kelly Jr., of Edgefield, are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Savannah Brooke, born April 27, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Syriana Amiriyah Jordan
Tanya and Larry Jordan Jr., of Hephzibah, are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Syriana Amiriyah, born May 16, 2006, at St. Joseph Hospital in Augusta.
Steven Cohen Ray
Anita Martin and Brian Ray are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Steven Cohen, born April 27, 2006, at Aiken Regional Medical Center.
Hannah Mae Price
John and Sara Price, of Augusta, are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Hannah Mae, born May 18, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Savannah Brooklyn Marzullo
Brian and Sarah Marzullo, of Martinez, are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Savannah Brooklyn, born May 6, 2006, at Landstuhl Regional Medical Center in Kaiserslautern, Germany.
Anzie Jane Wiseman
Dean and Melinda Wiseman, of Augusta, are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Anzie Jane, born May 8, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Brayden Knox Figgins
Corey and Emily Figgins, of Grovetown, are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Brayden Knox, born May 12, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Tassai Shaheed Nasir
Rozalyn Pettus and André Terrell are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Tassai Shaheed Nasir, born May 12, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
William Palmer Westmoreland
Sara and William Westmoreland Sr., of Augusta, are pleased to announce the birth of their son, William Palmer Jr., born May 11, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Soriana Lashaye Thomas
Shaneka Brown and William Thomas are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Soriana Lashaye, born May 8, 2006, at St. Joseph Hospital in Augusta.
Brayden Caleb Granade
Angela Toelle and Joshua Granade are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Brayden Caleb, born April 18, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Jack Edward Murray
Kathryn and Jack Murray Jr., of Evans, are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Jack Edward III, born May 16, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Frustrated Atlanta loses it when calls go other way
ATLANTA - To say that the Braves' current homestand has been frustrating might be an understatement.
Frustrated Atlanta loses it when calls go other way
Braves lead majors with 24 1-run games; 14 are losses
Frustrated Atlanta loses it when calls go other way
ATLANTA - To say that the Braves' current homestand has been frustrating might be an understatement.
Braves lead majors with 24 1-run games; 14 are losses
ATLANTA - A 2-1 loss to the Arizona Diamondbacks on Thursday night was the latest in a string of one-run decisions for the Braves.
Braves back at .500 after losing twice
ATLANTA - Remember when the Braves were four games above .500? Way back a week ago, after they outlasted the Chicago Cubs 13-12?
Braves back at .500 after losing twice
Today's cell phones are versatile
Biz bites
In just six months, American workers are showing more confidence in their job security, according to a survey.
Tracks woo families to increase receipts
JENNERSTOWN, Pa. - As stock car engines howl in the background, Dave Wheeler raises a small air cannon to his shoulder and sends a bundled T-shirt tumbling through the air toward the stands at his racetrack.
Property transfers
Here are the Richmond County property transfers for May 18-24. The date indicates when the transfer was recorded in the clerk's office.
Florida to build logistics facility
Cell companies beef up for hurricane season
Cell companies beef up for hurricane season
JACKSON, Miss. - Bay St. Louis Police Chief Frank McNeil faced the immediate aftermath of Hurricane Katrina with no communications. All along Mississippi's tattered coast, residents scrambled to find ways to tell loved ones they had survived.
Tracks woo families to increase receipts
Florida to build logistics facility
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - Mayor John Peyton announced Friday that Bridgestone Firestone plans to build a new distribution center at the Cecil Commerce Center.
3 elected to board of directors
Today's cell phones are versatile
They don't have toothpicks, but today's cell phones are being touted as the Swiss Army knives of the 21st century.
3 elected to board of directors
Three Augusta businessmen - a commercial real estate agent, a print shop owner and a building materials retailer - have been elected to SunTrust Bank's local board of directors.
On the move
- Kathey Kirkland has been promoted to member service center manager at CSRA Federal Credit Union. She was previously a member service center representative. The Augusta resident's new responsibilities include overseeing the center's day-to-day operations.
Business calendar
Thursday: Greater Augusta chapter Legal Nurse Consultants; Monthly meeting; 5 p.m., Marvin United Methodist Church; contact Ruby Barnes (706) 792-0621 or Bonnie Rushton (803) 278-4705.
Company praises growth, changes
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. - Wal-Mart Stores Inc. used its annual meeting Friday to tout changes to its stores, trumpet its expansion in the U.S. and abroad and emphasize that the world's largest retailer is undergoing changes to sustain its rapid growth rate.
Company praises growth, changes
Festival was bad act, that's for sure
Festival was bad act, that's for sure
Was it a very bad B movie or a circus that came to town last week? We're not sure, but there was only one highlight, and that was the gracious and generous appearance of the Godfather of Soul, James Brown himself. It couldn't have been easy for a man his age, already booked up for Memorial Day weekend, to fly to Augusta between shows in Portsmouth, Va., and Atlantic City, N.J.
Clemson pitches shutout
CLEMSON, S.C. - Sean Clark, his economics degree from Clemson University in hand, has gone on several interviews looking for a job in the financial services industry.
Failing the litmus test
If Augusta handled golf tournaments the way it just handled a music festival, there wouldn't be a Masters.
Justice served, again and again
An unfortunate lesson
In Augusta, gangs of youths attack two innocent citizens strolling the scenic Riverwalk.
Shamed into inaction?
The more that comes out about the Senate immigration bill, the worse it looks.
Others must be heard, too
Republican politicians, concerned about President Bush's poll numbers and the public's apparent disapproval of the GOP's congressional leadership, are getting nervous about holding onto Congress in the fall elections.
With patriots like these ...
Rep. John Murtha likes to say the Iraq war can only be won by winning "the hearts and minds of the people."
Justice served, again and again
What's the difference between John Allen Muhammad and Benedict Arnold?
Jennifer Aniston says filming 'The Break-Up' was 'cathartic'
LOS ANGELES - Jennifer Aniston had a laugh when she got a call about "The Break-Up." Funny enough, she had some firsthand experience on the topic.
Film critic Roger Ebert to undergo cancer surgery again
CHICAGO - Pulitzer Prize-winning film critic Roger Ebert, who has battled cancer in recent years, will undergo cancer surgery again, according to a published report.
Georgia Tech dusts Stetson
ATLANTA - Georgia Tech got another scare from Stetson in the NCAA baseball tournament.
Jackets give Tourists big chill
Quietly, Ryan Shaver has become the Augusta GreenJackets' most reliable pitcher.
GreenJackets fail to hold on to lead
Asheville right fielder Daniel Carte doubled home Jason Van Kooten in the top of the eighth inning, and the Tourists beat the Augusta GreenJackets 4-2 on Saturday night at Lake Olmstead Stadium.
Minor league notebook
Former Augusta GreenJacket Wiki Gonzalez, who played in 202 games for Augusta in 1995-1996, was a part of minor-league history in early May.
Eagle puts Sorenstam on her way
Eagle puts Sorenstam on her way
GALLOWAY TOWNSHIP, N.J. - Trying to snap out of an uncharacteristic victory drought, Annika Sorenstam shot 7-under-par 64 on Friday for a share of the opening-round lead in the ShopRite LPGA Classic.
Rain helps to ease furor over furrows
DUBLIN, Ohio - Carl Pettersson would have to consider this a good day.
Top Regions Cup player ends competitive hiatus
North Augusta's Jeff Pope wasn't a huge star during the nine years he played on the Regions Cup amateur golf tournament series, but he was a top player.
Pettersson holds onto lead
DUBLIN, Ohio - One day later, not much changed at the Memorial. Carl Pettersson had a one-shot lead, storm clouds gathered and players trudged off Muirfield Village on Saturday night knowing they would resume the third round at the crack of dawn.
Top Regions Cup player ends competitive hiatus
North Augusta's Jeff Pope wasn't a huge star during the nine years he played on the Regions Cup amateur golf tournament series, but he was a top player.
Rain helps to ease furor over furrows
GreenJackets fail to hold on to lead
Jackets give Tourists big chill
Journeyman Roloson has been a bargain for Oilers
GREENBURGH, N.Y. - Dwayne Roloson is playing like a rookie goalie, and the Edmonton Oilers couldn't be happier.
Journeyman Roloson has been a bargain for Oilers
Take my advice, candidates; your ads can't get worse
During this election summer, I am reminded again that I am ill-equipped to be a political adviser.
Claims against newspaper don't wash
You don't just get something for nothing in a municipal bond swap
Socialist AP shows its stripes
Socialist AP shows its stripes
On May 17 and 19, two Associated Press stories told of an upcoming U.S. victory in Iraq - the formation of a democratic government - but in the first story, AP acted as if they thought it wouldn't happen, stating "not so fast." In the second story, AP said it was going to happen, but it wouldn't last the "true test" of four to six months.Tom Hunter, Augusta
Try these two transportation ideas
African-Americans need solutions
I am directing this letter to my African-American brothers and sisters.Tracy E. Williams Jr., Augusta
County must face underpass problem
You don't just get something for nothing in a municipal bond swap
The bond swap that the Augusta Commission has narrowly approved may appear as if the city can get something for nothing, but this is far from the case.
African-Americans need solutions
Try these two transportation ideas
To prevent trucks from hitting the Olive Road underpass, install a laser beam that automatically lowers a bar like a railroad crossbar to stop the trucks that can't get under, forcing them to take a detour.Mimi Hallman, Aiken, S.C.
Claims against newspaper don't wash
Recently, a reader accused The Augusta Chronicle of attempting to draw battle lines between two neighboring counties by publishing a consolidation of rants written by other readers who stated their grievance of the counties involved ("Population-shift articles are divisive," May 25). I don't believe The Chronicle did anything that was conducive in inciting hatred between Richmond and Columbia counties.Michael S. Maloney, Grovetown
Why can't secrets remain secret?
I am responding to Jay Collett's letter to the editor May 30th ("You call this national security?"). He condones a journalist's right to access military classified information, citing a free press. (He also cited "fascist lies," but I had to scratch my head on that one.)Paula Wahlert, Evans
Motives lurk behind immigration bill
Why can't secrets remain secret?
Motives lurk behind immigration bill
The immigration bill passed by the Senate on May 25 will allow up to 190 million immigrants to come to this country over the next 20 to 30 years. Based on the rights of immigrants to bring their families, this could result in tens of millions of immigrants pouring into South Carolina. We can't do anything about that now because that legislation has been passed. However, we can and should punish politically and at the polls those responsible for such irresponsible legislation.Milton Gresham, Evans
County must face underpass problem
For as long as I can remember, the Olive Road underpass - or overpass, according to how you look at it - has been claiming lives and personal property.
Great book finds can help pass leisurely days
Local authors will have new titles out for season
House was built with fun in mind
Taboos abound in bridal shower invitation
Recovery of lake offers hope for acid rain-ravaged region
Russian Web site rivalling iTunes enrages music industry
Local authors will have new titles out for season
This summer, when the days are long and the temperatures hot, readers looking for a little literary distraction will have two local authors with major publishers to provide the page-turners.
Great book finds can help pass leisurely days
Pull out the bookmarks and the reading glasses (bathing suits are optional): Summer is the perfect time to find comfort in a good book.
Living briefs
Kelly Tankersley and William Schubert met through mutual friends while attending Georgia Southern University. She said she knew almost from the beginning what a catch she had.
Recovery of lake offers hope for acid rain-ravaged region
ALBANY, N.Y. - A crystalline Adirondack lake once held up as an example of a "dead" lake devastated by acid rain has now become a symbol of nature's ability to heal itself once pollutants are curbed.
Russian Web site rivalling iTunes enrages music industry
MOSCOW - A Russian Web site that lets visitors download albums for less than $1 is a smash hit with music fans - but not with U.S. trade and music industry officials.
House was built with fun in mind
Debbie and Tony Allman wanted at least two things in their retirement home: great views and a comfortable and open floor plan that allowed them to entertain.
Taboos abound in bridal shower invitation
Dear Carson: I'm so uptight about this "wedding-shower" business concerning relatives holding showers that I simply have to vent off some steam about it. I'm sending you an invitation for a shower given for the bride by the bride's mother. The groom is my grandson.
Police say man tried to use slain student's bank card
Sanford to pitch budget to voters
Wolfpack one win from state title
Officials get Georgia set for the worst
ATLANTA - Georgia was lucky to avoid a direct hit from a hurricane in the past 125 years because of its coastal geography, but that doesn't stop state emergency officials from preparing for one. That holds even truer as the state heads into this year's season, which started Thursday and runs until the end of November.
State Sen. Tommy Moore hospitalized with kidney stone
South Carolina state Sen. Tommy Moore of Clearwater, who is running for the Democratic gubernatorial nomination, plans to return to campaign trail Sunday night and participate in a televised debate on South Carolina public television.
Callers send in tips on suspect
Wolfpack easily take Class AAAA crown
Two dead in accident
Two people are dead after a four-car accident in Martinez, which occurred as two culprits were fleeing the scene of a shoplifting.
Rants and raves
THIS IS TO the rude parents who feel they are entitled to insult their kid's teachers. You do not have the right to talk to a teacher as if they were an animal. If you feel you are so much better, then maybe you should go to school and get your teaching certification. Then you will actually be qualified to give your opinion.
Rants and raves
Comments from readers:
$25 million to go into new island hotel
JEKYLL ISLAND, Ga. - The newest hotel on this state-owned resort island will be torn down soon and replaced by another.
Demand grows for life-saving vehicles
Court affirms refund ruling
COLUMBIA - The South Carolina Supreme Court has upheld its ruling that the state shouldn't have deducted pension contributions from 14,000 working retirees, giving the state until July 1 to issue around $30 million in refunds.
Sanford to pitch budget to voters
COLUMBIA - Gov. Mark Sanford said Friday he plans to take his campaign for reducing government spending directly to voters next week because he won't have a ratified budget to sign or veto.
DNA test takes 16 months to finish
For 16 months, Paul Matthew Colohan III was locked up in a county jail, accused of rape. Now officials say he shouldn't have been there at all.
Race against the rain
Bud Williams, of Augusta, rides his bike along the levee as storms roll through the area.
Hurry for your chance to win
The mailbox watch is on, and Wes Zamzow is thrilled with what he found in his.
Supporters brush off McKinney's scuffle
Panhandling law sees results
The word is out downtown.
Poll gives early nod to Taylor
ATLANTA - Lt. Gov. Mark Taylor is ahead of Secretary of State Cathy Cox in the latest survey of Democratic primary voters released Friday by a political newsletter.
Could a hurricane hit Augusta again
Georgia hasn't taken a direct hit from a major hurricane in more than a century, and only four minor storms made landfall here during the 1900s.
Snag on wire puzzles Army investigators
DOERUN, Ga. - Army investigators checked the site of a fatal military helicopter crash Friday, trying to determine why a special operations aircraft, equipped to navigate precisely at low altitudes and in the dark, clipped a wire on a communications tower in broad daylight and then broke apart and burned in a southwest Georgia field.
Drug helps breast cancer patients
Police say man tried to use slain student's bank card
GREENVILLE, S.C. - Police investigating the slaying of a Clemson University student who was strangled with her bikini top released surveillance photos Friday of a man trying to use her bank card a few hours after the killing.
Rants and raves
Comments from readers:
Across South Carolina
SPARTANBURG - A Spartanburg man directing highway traffic through a road construction site in Calhoun County died after he was struck by a car.
Across Georgia
JEFFERSON - Police Chief Darren Glenn has been fired as the Georgia Bureau of Investigation investigates the police department and officers claim they were retaliated against for whistle-blowing.
Session closes, but rift remains
Across the Southeast
NORFOLK, VA. - The USS Cole is heading to the Middle East for the first time since a terrorist bomb killed 17 sailors aboard the Navy ship in Yemen's port of Aden nearly six years ago.
Across the area
Friday afternoon thunderstorms caused minor power outages in the Augusta area, officials said.
School starts packing up
Teachers and faculty of Evans Middle School are packing up their belongings as they prepare to move to a new school, in effect saying goodbye to the past.
Supporters brush off McKinney's scuffle
DECATUR, Ga. - Two months after a scuffle between a Capitol Hill police officer and Georgia Congresswoman Cynthia McKinney, it is unclear whether her actions might hurt or help her shot at re-election this year.
News you can use
Two hundred twenty-five years ago, patriots battled forces loyal to Britain to seize Fort Cornwallis from British control.
Poll gives early nod to Taylor
Web security for students pleases many
AIKEN - Shiryl Ballard said she prizes the parental safeguards of her Internet provider.
DNA test takes 16 months to finish
Across the area
South Carolina state Sen. Tommy Moore, of Clearwater, who is running for the Democratic gubernatorial nomination, plans to return to the campaign trail tonight and participate in a televised debate on South Carolina public television.
Across the southeast
LOUISVILLE, Ky. - Moving quickly after being spurned by his lieutenant governor, Gov. Ernie Fletcher on Saturday announced a new running mate for his re-election campaign next year.
Army identifies soldiers killed in helicopter crashbanner
SAVANNAH, Ga. -- Four Army special operations soldiers killed when their helicopter crashed in a rural Georgia field during a training flight were experienced and combat-tested aviators.
Program pays to steer drivers off Atlanta's crowded streets
Session closes, but rift remains
COLUMBIA - State-sponsored charter schools, trust fund repayments, late-August school start dates? In.
Clerk bashed over campaign funding
SAVANNAH, Ga. - A former president of the International Institute of Municipal Clerks has called for an investigation into Savannah Clerk Dyanne Reese's recent campaign to be an officer of the group.
Hours of battle took year of work
Loud gunshots and cannon explosions resonated in the air Saturday in downtown Augusta, as patriot forces brought down the British and forced them to surrender their outpost.
Hurricanes can be costly even without direct hit
Think a Gulf or Atlantic coast hurricane won't cost you?
Callers send in tips on suspect
GREENVILLE, S.C. - More than 100 calls came into a dedicated tip line for information about a man suspected of strangling a Clemson University student with a bikini top, but no arrests have been made, Upstate officials said Saturday.
Program pays to steer drivers off Atlanta's crowded streets
NEWNAN, Ga. - Like students escaping from their teacher's grasp, the insurance executives and computer analysts couldn't shed their corporate veneers any faster when they hopped into a waiting van after a long day at work.
Demand grows for life-saving vehicles
LADSON, S.C. - Almost three years ago, about a dozen people working in a largely empty factory turned out one of a new breed of armored vehicle called the Cougar each month.
Early exits from office cost voters
Democracy is not cheap, especially in Richmond County.
Where we live
The insurance business isn't usually something to laugh about.
News you can use
It's hot and sunny, and you're probably outside more as summer approaches. If you're smart, you'll be using sunscreen to help prevent sunburns, which increase your risk of getting skin cancer. Here are a few things to remember:
Kid of the Day
Today's Kid of the Day is Patrick Michael Reese.
Across Georgia
ATLANTA - State Rep. Jane Kidd is asking the nation's highest court to decide whether a new congressional map that splits in half the Democratic stronghold of Athens is constitutional.
Across South Carolina
SUMTER - A Sumter couple has pleaded guilty in the death of a boy who died four years ago on his second birthday.
Army identifies soldiers killed in helicopter crashbanner
Drug helps breast cancer patients
ATLANTA - Women with advanced breast cancer soon might have another treatment option: A novel experimental drug delayed the growth of tumors nearly twice as long as standard chemotherapy did in patients who had stopped responding to Herceptin, doctors reported Saturday.
$25 million to go into new island hotel
Officials get Georgia set for the worst
Snag on wire puzzles Army investigators
Clerk bashed over campaign funding
Web security for students pleases many
Could a hurricane hit Augusta again
Kid of the Day
Jaquashaun La' vasiette Hester, of Augusta, is today's kid of the day.
Early exits from office cost voters
Baby steps
Kasi Otto plays with her godson, 9-month-old Jonathan Goehle, along Broad Street in Augusta. They were waiting while Jonathan's mother got a haircut in a downtown shop.
Hours of battle took year of work
Hurricanes can be costly even without direct hit
Rants and raves
THIS IS TO the rude parents who feel they are entitled to insult their kid's teachers. You do not have the right to talk to a teacher as if they were an animal. If you feel you are so much better, then maybe you should go to school and get your teaching certification. Then you will actually be qualified to give your opinion.
Jag can take step from the shadows
Tarik Can's golf career is a blank canvas waiting to be painted. He hopes to craft a strong impression.
Movie sets: hotbeds of hot beds
Capsule reviews of new films
Capsule reviews of films opening this week:
Movie sets: hotbeds of hot beds
LOS ANGELES - Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton. Nicole Kidman and Tom Cruise. Melanie Griffith and Antonio Banderas. Alec Baldwin and Kim Basinger. Penelope Cruz and Matthew McConaughey. Jen and Ben. Angelina and Brad.
Ice Cube returns to rap with 'Laugh Now, Cry Later'
Ice Cube returns to rap with 'Laugh Now, Cry Later'
SANTA MONICA, Calif. - Before he was an actor, before he made TV shows and movies with his own production company, before he had a record label, Ice Cube was a rapper.
Points leader endures long days at short oval
Burton charges to victory at Dover
DOVER, Del. - Jeff Burton had the biggest come-from-behind win ever in a Busch Series race at Dover International Speedway, overcoming a 36th-place starting position for his second victory of the season Saturday.
Newman finally gets his 36th pole
Burton charges to victory at Dover
Newman finally gets his 36th pole
DOVER, Del. - Ryan Newman thought a little rain might extend his pole drought.
Points leader endures long days at short oval
WEST ALLIS, Wis. - It took Sebastien Bourdais about two laps to decide he liked the Milwaukee Mile when he first saw it in 2003. Unfortunately, it seems the historic track hasn't taken a liking to the Frenchman.
Marco Andretti still up to speed
WATKINS GLEN, N.Y. - Marco Andretti is still feeling it.
Rudd's retirement put on hold
DOVER, Del. - Only one thing could draw Ricky Rudd out of retirement: The chance to win again.
Pole goes to Castroneves after rains come down
WATKINS GLEN, N.Y. - Helio Castroneves had to work hard to win the pole for the inaugural Watkins Glen Indy Grand Prix last fall. Rain made it a lot easier the second time around.
Pole goes to Castroneves after rains come down
Marco Andretti still up to speed
Newman, Mayfield get a break
DOVER, Del. - Jeremy Mayfield stopped counting points a long time ago. The Chase for the Championship is no longer on the team's radar. His goals are much simpler - leading laps and finishing races.
Mavericks finally into the Finals
Mavericks finally into the Finals
PHOENIX - The Dallas Mavericks made a habit of clinching playoff series on the road, and this was their biggest yet. Now they're headed to the NBA finals for the first time in franchise's 26-year history.
Kicking guru tries to find another gem in Atlanta
Benjamin Antonoff (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest on Wednesday, May 31, 2006 at his residence, Mr. Robert Benjamin Antonoff, 67, of Brooke Lane. Mr. Antonoff was a native of Philadelphia, PA and was a US Army Veteran. He retired as business manager for the Capital School District in Dover, Delaware. He had lived in Augusta the past 13 years and was an active member of St. Mary On-The-Hill Catholic Church. As of late, his enjoyment and hobby was fashion jewelry sales. Mr. Antonoff was a lifetime member of the NRA. Family members include his daughter, Denise Krackenberger; sons, Richard Antonoff, Russell Antonoff, Ryan Antonoff; sisters, Sandy Antonoff, Hope Antonoff and grandchildren, Cory, Matthew, Ashlee, Anna and William. A Memorial Mass will be held Monday, June 5, 2006 at St. Mary On-The-Hill Catholic Church at 11:00 A.M. with Fr. Jerry Ragan celebrant. Interment will follow in Westover Memorial Park. The family will receive friends following the Mass at the church. Sympathy flowers and correspondence should be addressed to the Antonoffs, 516 Brooke Lane, Augusta, GA 30909. Thomas Poteet & Son Funeral Directors, 214 Davis Rd., Augusta, GA 30907 (706)364-8484. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Rita Kicklighter (SYLVANIA, Ga.)
SYLVANIA, Ga. - Mrs. Rita Jean Young Kicklighter, 64, died Saturday under hospice care. Funeral services will be held Monday, 11:00 a.m. at Grace Bible Baptist Church. Burial in Screven County Memorial Cemetery. Visitation will be held 4 - 9 p.m. Sunday evening. Thompson-Strickland-Waters Funeral Home, Sylvania. 912/564-2331.
Jeannie S. Burris (MARTINEZ, Ga.)
MSN MARTINEZ, Ga. - Mrs. Jeannie Stump Burris, entered into rest Saturday June 3, 2006 surrounded by her loving family. A memorial service will be held at 7:00 PM on Monday, June 5, 2006 at Platts Funeral Home Belair Road Chapel. A native of Augusta, Georgia, Jeannie was the daughter of the late Carl Martin Stump and the late Nellie Reynolds Stump. She was a graduate of the Medical College of Georgia where she received her Bachelor of Science and Master's degree in Nursing. Jeannie's most recent position in nursing was for the Dialysis Corporation of America where she was the Clinical Services Coordinator. She was also a member of Church of the Good Shepherd. She had a passion for reading, gardening, and especially enjoyed nature, wildlife and hiking in the North Georgia Mountains. Jeannie devoted her life to ministering to the needs of patients, mentoring and teaching nurses, as well as caring for her family and friends. She approached her recentillness with the same spunk and fierce determination. When it became apparent that her days on earth were few, she systematically ensured all who loved her knew she faced death simply as another beginning. Jeannie chose hospice care in her beloved home surrounded by family and friends. She leaves a legacy of competence in the Nursing field because of her insatiable quest for excellence. Family include three nephews, Ronald (Skip) Hanson, Jr. (Nan) of Augusta, Steven Hanson (Debbie) of St. Louis, MS and Sam Stump of Grovetown; one niece, Elizabeth Anne Jones of Martinez; one brother, Jim C. Stump (Joyce) of Santee, GA; two sisters, Jane Jones (Raymond) of Grovetown and Susan Joyce Greene of Evans; one great nephew, Randall "Rusty" Cliett of Martinez; and four great nieces, Lydia Elizabeth Hanson of Augusta; Tyler Hanson, Augusta; and Grantham Hanson of St. Louis, MS, and Savanna Grace Stump of Grovetown and some very special friends Bob and Linda Evancic of Martinez, Rob, Kristinia, and Christopher Miller of Dallas, TX The family will receive friends following the service. Memorials may be made to Gibbs Memorial Library, 326 N. Belair Rd., Evans, GA 30809, The Doctors Hospital Burn Center, 3651 Wheeler Road, Augusta, GA 30909 or the American Kidney Fund, 7315 Wisconsin Avenue, Bethesda, Maryland 20814. Platt's Funeral Home, 337 N. Belair Rd., Evans, Ga. 30809, (706) 860-6166. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Marjorie Mallard (SARDIS, Ga.)
SARDIS, Ga. - Marjorie Pierce Mallard, 97, entered into rest on Friday, June 2, 2006, at her residence. Arrangements will be announced later. DeLoach-Kennedy Funeral Home, Waynesboro, GA
Ernest L. Frank (WILLISTON, S.C.)
WILLISTON, S.C. - Services for Ernest L. Frank, 78, will be held three p.m. Sunday, June 4 at the Williston United Methodist Church with visitation one hour prior to the service in the church fellowship hall. Burial with Masonic rites accorded will be at Barnwell County Memory Gardens on Reynolds Road. The family suggests that memorial contributions be made to Palmetto Health Hospice, P.O. Box 1123, Bamberg, SC 29003. Folk Funeral Home, Williston is in charge of arrangements. Mr. Frank died on Saturday. Born in Umbarger, Texas he was a son of the late Vivian Moore and George Frank. He served in the Korean Conflict and continued to serve in the Army Reserve until his retirement. He retired from DuPont in January 1986. He formerly served as Captain and was a charter member of the Williston Rescue Squad. He was a member of the Hope Masonic Lodge #126 for fifty years and had served as Worshipful Master in 1970. He was a member of the Williston United Methodist Church. Survivors include his wife, Vernell Frank; two daughters, Anly Frank Widener of Clearwater, SC and Amy (Robert) Frank Zeigler of Ocala, Fl.; four stepdaughters, Donna Owens of Williston, SC, Carolyn Perkins of Charlotte, NC, Bobbie Marshman and Elaine Bolen both of Williston, SC; one step-son, Steve Bellamy of Aiken, SC and a number of grandchildren. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
W. Terry King (LINCOLNTON, Ga.)
LINCOLNTON, Ga. - Mr. William Terry King, 54 of Comanche Circle died Wed. May 31, 2006 at his residence. Mr. King, a native of Hendersonville, NC, was a carpenter and had served in the U.S. Marines. Survivors: wife, Adria King; son, Mason Tyler King; daughter, Stephanie Wooten, Greenville, NC; parents, Bill and Pauline King, Hendersonville, NC; brothers, Wayne and Allen King, N. Carolina and sister, Rita Jackson, N. Carolina. A memorial service will be held later in North Carolina. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Make A Wish Foundation. Beggs Funeral Home 200 May Ave Lincolnton, GA, 30817 (706) 359-4117. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Alva Hearn Cartee (CLOUD, FL.)
CLOUD, FL. - Hearn Cartee, Alva, 91, of St. Cloud, passed away on June 2, 2006. Alva was born in Metter, Ga., on August 7, 1915. She was a member of Eastern Avenue Baptist Church, St. Cloud. Alva is preceded in death by her husband, two sons and her daughter. She is survived by her son, Charlie Cartee and his wife, Maureen, eigt grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, two sisters and many friends. A visitation will be held from 4-6PM on Monday, June 5, at Grissom Funeral Home. Funeral service to be held at 11AM, Tuesday, in the Grissom Chapel. Interment at Woodlawn Cemetery, Gotha, Fl. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Vitas Health Care, 5151 Adanson Street, suite 200, Orlando, Fl. 32804. Grissom Funeral Home, Kissimmee, is in charge of arrangements. 407-847-3131 Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Veronique Gowdy (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
HEPHZIBAH, Ga. - Mrs. Veronique Anette Gowdy, 32, of Ramswood Drive entered into rest Tuesday, May 30, 2006 at the University Hospital. Funeral services will be held Saturday, June 3, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. at Williams Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will be in Hillcrest Memorial Park. Family and friends will assemble at Williams Funeral Home at 12:45 p.m. Williams Funeral Home, 1765 Martin Luther King, Jr., Blvd.
Johnnie D. Gant (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Funeral services for Mr. Johnnie D. Gant, who entered into rest on May 28, 2006 at the University Hospital, will be conducted this Saturday, June 3, 2006 at 2 p.m. at Woodlawn C.M.E. Church in Harlem, Ga., with Rev. Nathan Jones officiating. He leaves to cherish his memories, wife Lillie Gant; son Bruce Gant; three daughters, Patricia Gant, Janette Gant and Gwendolyn Gant; two sisters, Mrs. Willie Helen Jones and Mrs. Irene Carwel; three grandchildren, Alexandria Gant, Marcus Gant, Clarence Elam and other relatives and friends.
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. Additional survivors include, daughter, Terri Lynn Wilson Dawson (Peck), Thomson, Ga.; step-son, Russell Thomas Montgomery (Jennifer), Thomson, Ga.; step-daughter, Krystal Lord (Randy), Augusta, Ga.; brothers, Hubert D. Haire, Sr., Appling, Ga. and William J. Haire, Sr., Mobile, Al; sisters, Ina H. Urian, Joyce H. Newsome, Brenda H. Thomas, all of Thomson, Ga., Karen H. Walden and Vickie H. Arrington both of Matthews, Ga. and Reba H. Baggett - Augusta, Ga. and seven grandchildren, Nick Dawson, Kristian Dawson, Garrett Montgomery , Katelyn Montgomery, Jackson Montgomery, Taylor Lord, Kelsey Lord. She was preceded in death by two sisters, Barbara H. Chandler and Linda Haire and a brother Larry D. Haire. Mrs. Montgomerywas born in Greenville, Tennessee but lived in Thomson, Ga. for 55 years . She was the daughter of the late Hubert D. Haire, Sr. and the late Bertha Shelton Haire. Mrs. Montgomery was a Tax Preparer, a member of the Thomson United Methodist Church, a member of the Matthews Community Relay for Life Team of Jefferson County and a dedicated supporter of the Mt. Moriah Campground, Matthews, Georgia. 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 79 th Street Tulsa , Oklahoma 74133 The family will receive friends from 3:00 until 4:00 PM Sunday at the funeral home. Beggs Funeral Home, 799 Cobbham Road, Thomson, Ga. 595-4100.
Marjorie Mallard (SARDIS, Ga.)
SARDIS, Ga. - Marjorie Pierce Mallard, 97, entered into rest on Friday, June 2, 2006, at her residence. Mrs. Mallard was born in Screven County, Georgia on March 30, 1909 to the late John and Julia Rackley Pierce and lived in Sardis most of her life since moving from Sylvania in the early 1930's. She was the oldest member of Sardis Baptist Church and was a past member with the Women's Circle. She enjoyed the art of crocheting. She was a loving mother and grandmother; being known affectionally as "Mimi, and her joy was spending time with her family and grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, P. G. "Chong" Mallard; sisters, Carrie Lee Mitchell, Nan Reynolds; and brothers, Bernard Pierce, Hubert Pierce, Joel Pierce, and James Pierce. Funeral services will be held on Monday, June 5, 2006, at 11:00 a.m. at Sardis Baptist Church with Rev. Karen Zeigler and Chaplain Frankie May officiating. Pallbearers will be Cleckly Reddick, Jack Gardner, Grady Dixon, Chip Dixon, Marvin Saxon, and Leon Stokes. Interment will follow at St. Marks Cemetery, Sardis. The family will receive friends on Sunday, June 4, 2006, from 4:00p.m.-6:00 p.m. at DeLoach-Kennedy Funeral Home, Waynesboro, GA. Survivors include two sons, John Mallard (Patty) of Statesboro, GA, and Bill Mallard (Glenda) of Evans, GA; a daughter, Sandra Parkman of Sardis, GA; 6 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, remembrances/memorials may be made to Sardis Baptist Church, P. O. Box 280, Sardis, GA 30456 or St. Joseph Hospice, 2260 Wrightsboro Road, Augusta, GA 30904. DeLoach-Kennedy Funeral Home, 842 Liberty Street, Waynesboro, GA 706-554-3531. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Gregory L. Lewis (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. Gregory L. Lewis of East Taylor Street entered into rest Sunday, May 28, 2006. Funeral services will be held Saturday, June 3, 2006 at 3:00 p.m. at Stone Springfield A.M.E. Church, Wrens, Ga. with Rev. Mike Ephriam officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Family and friends will assemble at the residence at 1:30 p.m. Remains will lie in state at the church 2:00 p.m. until the hour of service. Williams Funeral Home, 1765 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.
Charles Pinion (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. Charles Wesley Pinion, 85,husband of Mary Coleman Pinion entered into rest on Friday, June 2, 2006 at the VA Medical Center. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced. Hatcher, Chance & Hydrick Funeral Directors 2502 Richmond Hill Road Augusta, Georgia 30906.
Nellie Pearl Hall ( AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest Tuesday, May 30, 2006 at St. Joseph Hospital, Mrs. Nellie Pearl Hall of David St. Funeral services will be held Saturday, June 3, 2006 at 1 p.m. from Second Hopeful Baptist Church, Hephzibah, Ga., Elder Eddie Fryer officiating. Interment will be in the church cemetery. The remains will lie in state at the church one hour prior to the services and will not be viewed after the eulogy. Family and friends are asked to assemble at the residence at 12 noon. The Historic Dent's Undertaking Establishment serving the CSRA since the 1800's.
Jessie T. Miller (MARTINEZ, Ga.)
MARTINEZ, Ga. - Entered into rest Thursday, June 1, 2006 at University Hospital, Mrs. Jessie Tanksley Miller, 80, formerly of Aiken Street and widow of the late SFC Charlie Miller. Funeral services will be conducted Monday, June 5, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. from Good Hope Missionary Baptist Church with Reverend Dr. Johnny R. Hatney officiating. Interment will be in Mount Olive Memorial Gardens. Mrs. Miller was a native of Columbia County and a member of Good Hope Missionary Baptist Church. She was a retired employee with the Richmond County Board of Education. Survivors are a devoted daughter, Sherry M. (Eric) Smith; one granddaughter, Brittany C. Smith and a host of nieces, nephews and many friends. Friends may call the residence of her daughter, Sherry Miller Smith, Shadowood Drive, Martinez, Ga. or W. H. Mays Mortuary, 1221 James Brown Boulevard, Augusta, GA 30901 (706) 722-6401. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Jessie T. Miller (MARTINEZ, Ga.)
MARTINEZ, Ga. - Entered into rest Thursday, June 1, 2006 at University Hospital, Mrs. Jessie Tanksley Miller , 80, formerly of Aiken Street. Funeral services will be conducted Monday, June 5, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. from Good Hope Missionary Baptist Church with Reverend Dr. Johnny R. Hatney officiating. Interment will be in Mount Olive Memorial Gardens. Friends may call the residence of her daughter, Sherry Miller Smith, Shadowood Drive, Martinez, Ga. or W. H. Mays Mortuary, 1221 James Brown Boulevard, Augusta, GA 30901 (706) 722-6401.
Leroy Hunt (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. Leroy (Tob Hunt) Hunt of Milledgeville Road entered into rest Thursday, June 1, 2006 at the Medical College of Georgia. Funeral services will be held Monday, June 5, 2006 at 3:00 p.m. at Williams Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. J.C. Phinizy officiating. Burial will be in Walker Memorial Park. Mr. Hunt was a native of Jefferson Co., Ga. Survivors are two sons, Eddie Hunt, Augusta and Willie James Hunt, Spartanburg, S.C.; one daughter, Mary Ruth Mejias, Florence, S.C.; five sisters, Lisa Smith and Vonnie Crews, Miami, Levon Smith and Levert Battle, PA and Ruby Hudson, Wrens, Ga.; a host of grandchildren, other relatives and friends. Williams Funeral Home, 1765 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.
Ada Jones Johnson (PHILADELPHIA, Pa.)
PHILADELPHIA, Pa. - Funeral services for Mrs. Ada Jones Johnson will be held 3:00 p.m. Saturday, June 3, 2006 at Zion Fair Missionary Baptist Church with the Rev. Paul H. Bush officiating. and Rev. Bruce Wright, Pastor. Interment will be in the church cemetery. The remains will lie in state in the church from 2:00 p.m. until the hour of service. Family and friends will assemble at 1306 Cherry Avenue, Augusta at 2:00 p.m. G.L. Brightharp & Sons Mortuary, 614 West Avenue, North Augusta, S.C.
Elease E. Bennett (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest Thursday, June 1, 2006 at Medical College of Georgia, Mrs. Elease Bennett, 74, wife of 59 years to George W. Bennett. Funeral services will be conducted Tuesday, June 6, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. from Mount Olive Baptist Church, Washington Road, Evans with Pastor L. J. Tanksley officiating. Interment will be in the church cemetery. Friends may call the residence, Sandelwood Drive or W. H. Mays Mortuary, 1221 James Brown Boulevard, Augusta, GA 30901 (706) 722-6401. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Elease E. Bennett (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest Thursday, June 1, 2006 at Medical College of Georgia, Mrs. Elease Bennett, 74, wife of 59 years to George W. Bennett. Funeral services will be conducted Tuesday, June 6, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. from Mount Olive Baptist Church, Washington Road, Evans with Pastor L. J. Tanksley officiating. Interment will be in the church cemetery. Friends may call the residence, Sandelwood Drive or W. H. Mays Mortuary, 1221 James Brown Boulevard, Augusta, GA 30901 (706) 722-6401. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Morris D. Cooley (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
HEPHZIBAH, Ga. - Morris D. Cooley, 83, entered into rest on Saturday, June 3, 2006, at Bethany Home Nursing Center, Millen, GA. Arrangements will be announced later. DeLoach-Kennedy Funeral Home, 842 Liberty Street, Waynesboro, GA 706-554-3531.
Donna J. Kivett (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Ms. Donna J. Kivett, 73, entered into rest on Tuesday, May 30, 2006, at University Hospital. Memorial services will be held Saturday, June 3, 2006 at 7:00 P.M. from the Blythe Baptist Church with Reverend Richard Dendler officiating. Honorary Pallbearers will be members of the Adult Sunday School Class. Ms. Kivett was a native of Illinois and had made Augusta her home since 1965. She retired from the Meadowbrook Branch of C&S Bank which later became Bank Of America as Head Teller. She was a member of the Blythe Baptist Church and the Adult Sunday School Class. Survivors include; her daughter Shelley W. Bryant; one grandson, Wesley Bryant, both of Blythe; cousins, Bud and Barb Baird of Godfrey, Ill., Bob and Helen Lawrence of St. Louis, Mo., Jesse and Mary Stanley of Belleville, Ill. Memorial contributions may be made to the Blythe Baptist Church Building Fund P.O. Box 300 Blythe, Ga. 30805. The family will receive friends Saturday from 12:00 noon until 4:00 P.M. at her residence on Brighton Circle. Hatcher, Chance & Hydrick Funeral Directors 2502 Richmond Hill Road Augusta, Georgia. 30906.
Ruth T. Noles (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mrs. Ruth T. Noles entered into rest June 3, 2006 at the residence. She is the wife of the late Robert E. Noles. Funeral arrangements will be announced later by Poteet Funeral Home, 3465 Peach Orchard Road, Augusta, GA 30906, 706-798-8886.
Jimmy R. Wyles (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. Jimmy R. Wyles age, 73, entered into rest at his residence on Friday June 2, 2006. Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced later. Platt's Funeral Home, 337 N. Belair Rd. Evans, GA. 30809 706-860-6166.
Elease E. Bennett (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest Thursday, June 1, 2006 at Medical College of Georgia, Mrs. Elease Bennett, 74, wife of Mr. George W. Bennett. Funeral services will be conducted Tuesday, June 6, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. from Mount Olive Baptist Church, Washington Road, Evans with Pastor L. J. Tanksley officiating. Interment will be in the church cemetery. Mrs. Bennett was a homemaker and a member of Mount Olive Baptist Church. Survivors are her husband of 59 years, George W. Bennett, of Augusta; four sons, Gelester Bennett and Emory (Vernestine) Bennett, of Augusta, Wayne (Linda) Bennett, of Martinez, Steven Bennett, Marietta, GA; two daughters, Evelyn (Melvin) Wright, of Augusta and Vicky (Joseph) Burns, of Snellville, GA; ten sisters, Zelean Quick, Thelma Avery, Gwendolyn Pollard and Essie Bryant, all of Augusta, Eunice Blanchard, of Appling, Margaret Choice and Ida Green, of Evans, Deloris Johnson, of Martinez, Inez (Alan) Johnson and Ophelia Carter, of Philadelphia, PA; three brothers, Joe (Jeannie) Pollard and Leslie (Brenda) Pollard, of Augusta and Lester (Brently) Pollard, of Appling; 13 grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Friends may call residence, Sandelwood Drive or W. H. Mays Mortuary, 1221 James Brown Boulevard, Augusta, GA 30901 (706) 722-6401.
Matthew W. Wilson (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. Matthew Waddell Wilson, 53, entered into rest on Wednesday, May 31, 2006 at MCG Medical Center. A memorial service will held Today at 2:00 PM in the Chapel of Hatcher, Chance & Hydrick Funeral Directors with Dr. C. Don Manning officiating. Burial will be private at a later date. Hatcher, Chance & Hydrick Funeral Directors 2502 Richmond Hill Road Augusta, Georgia 30906.
Annemarie Bird (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest Friday, June 2, 2006, at St. Joseph Hospital, Mrs. Annemarie Bird, 75, wife of the late Richard R. Bird. Mrs. Bird was a native of Bamberg, Germany and had lived in Augusta for the past 44 years. After her career in Real Estate, she retired as President of Richard Bird Builders. Mrs. Bird was a member of St. Mary On-The-Hill Catholic Church. Family members include her daughter, Doris B. Harrison of Augusta; son and daughter-in-law, Thomas M. and Michele Bird of Augusta and grandsons, Taylor Bird and Patrick Bird. The Funeral Mass will be held Tuesday, June 6, 2006 at St. Mary On-The-Hill Catholic Church at 11:00 A.M. with Fr. Gerald Ragan celebrant. Pallbearers will be Oliver Owens, Taylor Bird, Patrick Bird, Hector Oliver, Karl Smeak and Mike Lenz. Interment will follow in Westover Memorial Park. Memorials may be made to Aquinas High School, 1920 Highland Ave., Augusta, GA 30904 or St. Mary On-The-Hill Catholic Church, 1420 Monte Sano Ave., Augusta, GA 30904. The family will receive friends at the home of Thomas and Michele Bird, #6 Orleans Place, Augusta, GA. The Vigil for the Deceased will be at 7:00 P.M., Monday, June 5, 2006 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.
William Blair (BEECH ISLAND, S.C.)
BEECH ISLAND, S.C. - Graveside services for Mr. William 'Bo' Blair will be conducted this morning at 11:00 a.m. in Hillcrest Memorial Park with Rev. Mark Owens officiating. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association 1105-D Fury's Lane Martinez, GA 30907 Rowland Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Laura Johnson Scott (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mrs. Laura Johnson Scott of Irvin Street entered into rest Saturday, June 3, 2006 at the University Hospital. Funeral arrangements will be announced later. Survivors are one son, Eddie Lee Scott, Augusta; four daughters, Eva Jean Scott Black, Hattie Scott Kelly, Cleaster Scott Solomon and Lucille Scott Parks, Augusta; one brother, Hosie Johnson, Augusta; one sister, Addie Williams, Augusta and a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and other relatives. Williams Funeral Home, 1765 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.
Antonio McDaniels (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. Antonio McDaniels of Dewitt Street entered into rest Thursday, June 1, 2006. Funeral arrangements will be announced later. Williams Funeral Home, 1765 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.
Hank Blanchard (WAYNESBORO, Ga.)
WAYNESBORO, Ga. - Henry "Hank" Hammond Blanchard, Jr., 59, entered into rest on Saturday, June 3, 2006, at his residence. Mr. Blanchard was born in Louisville, Georgia, on October 31, 1946 to the late Hammond and Mary Miller Blanchard. He was a resident of Waynesboro all of his life. He was a member of Rosemont Heights Baptist Church; UGA graduate, a member of the Waynesboro Country Club, a director of First National Bank, and served in the National Guard. Funeral services will be held on Monday, June 5, 2006, at 1:00 p.m. at First United Methodist Church in Waynesboro with Rev. Wayne Dixon and Rev. Marshall Singletary officiating. Pallbearers will be Roy Jenkins, Joe Daniel, Clifford Lewis, Dr. Larry Jackson, Stephen Murray, Bill Mobley, Tommy Rowland, and Larry Askew. Honorary pallbearers will be officers and directors of First National Bank. Interment will follow at Burke Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends on Sunday, June 4, 2006, from 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. at DeLoach-Kennedy Funeral Home, Waynesboro, GA. Survivors include his wife of 35 years, Nancy Stewart Blanchard; his daughters, Melinda Prescott (Jody) and Denise Meeks (Brent), all of Waynesboro; a son, Henry Blanchard, III, of Marietta, GA; a sister, Jane Blanchard Stewart of Waynesboro; a brother, Phillip Blanchard of Waynesboro; and 6 grandchildren, Robert, Sid, Jackie, and Gracie Prescott, and Daniel and Andrew Meeks, all of Waynesboro. In lieu of flowers, remembrances/memorials may be made to the church of choice or Edmund Burke Academy Building Fund. DeLoach-Kennedy Funeral Home, 842 Liberty Street, Waynesboro, GA 706-554-3531 Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Annemarie Bird (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest Friday, June 2, 2006, at St. Joseph Hospital, Mrs. Annemarie Bird, 75, wife of the late Richard R. Bird. Mrs. Bird was a native of Bamberg, Germany and had lived in Augusta for the past 44 years. After her career in Real Estate, she retired as President of Richard Bird Builders. Mrs. Bird was a member of St. Mary On-The-Hill Catholic Church. Family members include her daughter, Doris B. Harrison of Augusta; son and daughter-in-law, Thomas M. and Michele Bird of Augusta and grandsons, Taylor Bird and Patrick Bird. Funeral Mass will be held Tuesday, June 6, 2006 at St. Mary On-The-Hill Catholic Church at 11:00 A.M. with Fr. Gerald Ragan celebrant. Pallbearers will be Oliver Owens, Taylor Bird, Patrick Bird, Hector Oliver, Karl Smeak and Mike Lenz. Interment will follow in Westover Memorial Park. Memorials may be made to Aquinas High School, 1920 Highland Ave., Augusta, GA 30904 or St. Mary On-The-Hill Catholic Church, 1420 Monte Sano Ave., Augusta, GA 30904. The family will receive friends at the home of Thomas and Michele Bird, #6 Orleans Place, Augusta, GA. The Vigil for the Deceased will be at at 7:00 P.M., Monday, June 5, 2006 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 Brinkley (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest on June 1, 2006 in The Burke County Hospital, Mr. Robert W. Brinkley, Sr. of Cedar Street. He attended the Union Spring Baptist Church, Norwood, Ga. Funeral arrangements will be announced by Dent's Undertaking Establishment. He is survived by two sons, Mr. Robert W. Brinkley, Jr. and Mr. James (Gina) Brinkley; five daughters, Mrs. Jockleen Hannah, Mrs. Acquqnette (Dottie) Rhodes, Mrs. Nannette Brinkley, Mrs. Vickie (John) Lambright and Mrs. Barbara (J.L.) Glover; four brothers, Edward (Minnie) Brinkley, Grady Brinkley, Moses (Elenor) Brinkley and Bobby (Evelyn) Brinkley; four sisters, Mrs. Lois Battle, Mrs. Mary Williams, Mrs. Gussie Griffin, Ms. Mattie Brinkley; eight grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren, one sister-in-law and a host of other relatives and friends. Friends may contact the family at 2109 Trotters Way. The Historic Dent's Undertaking Establishment Serving the CSRA Since the 1800's
Leroy Hunt (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. Leroy (Tob Hunt) Hunt of Milledgeville Road entered into rest Thursday, June 1, 2006 at the Medical College of Georgia. Funeral services will be held Monday, June 5, 2006 at 3:00 p.m. at Williams Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. J.C. Phinizy officiating. Burial will be in Walker Memorial Park. Survivors are two sons, Eddie Hunt, Augusta and Willie James Hunt, Spartanburg, S.C.; one daughter, Mary Ruth Mejias, Florence, S.C.; five sisters, Lisa Smith and Vonnie Crews, Miami, Levon Smith and Levert Battle, PA and Ruby Hudson, Wrens, Ga.; a host of grandchildren, other relatives and friends. Williams Funeral Home, 1765 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Robert L. Friessen (FAIRFAX, S.C.)
FAIRFAX, S.C. - Mr. Robert L. Friessen, 76, of Fairfax, SC, husband of Sharon R. Friessen, entered into rest June 2, 2006. Mr. Friessen was a native of Sioux Falls, South Dakota, having made Fairfax his home for the past 10 years. He was a member of the Sycamore Baptist Church, the El Riad Shriner's Temple, the Walterboro Elks Club # 1988 and the American Legion Post #154 of Marathon, Florida. Additional survivors include a son, Todd V. Friessen, Fairfax; three brothers, Wayne Friessen, Yankton, SD, Leonard Friessen and Cletus Friessen, both of Sioux Falls, SD; three sisters, Irene George, Sioux Falls, SD, Marlene Crawley, and JoAnne Friessen both of Tulsa, Oklahoma. A memorial service will be conducted at a later date. 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
James Touchstone (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. James Junior Touchstone II, 41, of Shoreline Dr. Augusta entered into rest Friday, June 2, 2006 at the residence. Memorial services will be held Sunday, June 4, 2006 at 3:00 P.M. from the chapel of Hatcher, Chance & Hydrick Funeral Directors with Chaplain Roy Head officiating. Mr. Touchstone was a native of Jacksonville, Fla. and was an electrician. Survivors include one son, Derrick Touchstone of Charlotte, N.C.; his mother, Glenda Gail Lofton of Augusta; four sisters, Melinda Johnson of Frederick MD, Kathy Hughes and Jamie Hunt both of Augusta and Sherri Thomas of Harlem. The family will receive friends after the service. Hatcher, Chance & Hydrick Funeral Directors 2502 Richmond Hill Road, Augusta, Georgia 30906. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Antonio McDaniels (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. Antonio Marrell McDaniels of Dewitt Street entered into rest Thursday, June 1, 2006. Funeral arrangements will be announced later. Williams Funeral Home, 1765 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.
Edward Crosby (WARRENVILLE, S.C.)
WARRENVILLE, S.C. - Entered into rest Thursday, June 1, 2006, Staff Sergeant Edward Crosby, United States Army Retired, husband of fifty-three years to the late Carrie Ellen Sapp Crosby. Funeral services will be held today at 1:00 PM at Hatcher Funeral Home, Langley, SC, with Pastor Melissa Weathers officiating. Interment with full military honors accorded will follow in Sunset Memorial Gardens, Graniteville, SC. Friends may call at 228 Piney Heights Rd., Warrenville, SC. Hatcher Funeral Home & Cremation Service, U.S. Hwy. No. 1, Langley, SC.
Paul L. Toole (EVANS, Ga.)
EVANS, Ga. - Funeral Services for Mr. Paul L. Toole, Sr., 85 of Evans, GA, who died June 2, 2006, will be conducted Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock at Christ's Sanctified Holy Church, Perry, GA. Rev. Henry J. Collins and Brother Ed Merritt officiating. Interment in Christ's Sanctified Holy Church Cemetery. Mr. Toole was a native of Salley, SC having made North Augusta his home for the past 33 years. He was a member of the Christ's Sanctified Holy Church and husband of the late Ressie Jumper Toole. Survivors include two sons and a daughter-in-law, Paul L. Toole, Jr., North Augusta and Byron Irby and Connie Toole, North Augusta; one daughter and son-in-law, Miranda and Derrell Cross, Loganville, GA; five brothers, Lajune Toole, Cayce, SC, Lester Toole, Springfield, SC, Johnny Toole, Nesses, SC, Boyce Toole, Nesses, SC, Billy Toole, Williston, SC; two sisters, Martha Moser, California and Betty Davis, Orangeburg, SC; four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. A funeral service will be conducted this Sunday afternoon at 4 o'clock from the Stephen D. Posey Funeral Home. The family will receive friends following the service. Pallbearers will be Eric Snyder, Jay Toole, Stacey Toole, Shane Drawdy, Greg Williams and Tim Temple. Memorials may be made to Christ's Sanctified Holy Church Cemetery Fund, P.O. Box 80487, Charleston, SC 29416-0487. 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
Beulah Lee Dozier (THOMSON, Ga.)
THOMSON, Ga. - Mrs. Beulah Lee Robinson Dozier age 98, widow of Mr. Thomas Marion Dozier, Sr. died Saturday June 3, 2006 in the McDuffie Regional Medical Center. Graveside services will be held 3:00 PM Sunday June 4, 2006 in Westview Cemetery with Dr. Leonard Dupree officiating. Mrs. Dozier was a native of Scottsville, VA but had lived in Thomson since 1952, she was very active in many civic organizations a homemaker and a member of Thomson First Baptist Church. She is survived by two sons, Thomas M. Dozier, Jr. of Augusta, and Richard L. (Mary) Dozier of Thomson; a daughter, Ann H. Dozier of New York City; seven grandchildren, Molly Dozier (Jerod) McDowell, Lee Ann Dozier (Jim) Coyle, Richard L (Erin) Dozier, Jr., India Dozier (Dave) Rows, Robin Dozier (Mike) Downing, Thomas M. (Mary Kathryn) Dozier III, William Dozier and 11 great-grandchildren. Memorial may be made to the Thomson First Baptist Church 253 Jackson Street Thomson, GA 30824. The family will receive friends at the residence of Mr. Richard L. Dozier Sr. 106 Ansley Drive in Thomson following the service. You may sign the online guestbook at www.curtisfuneralhome.com Curtis Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Nellie Pearl Hall ( AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest Tuesday, May 30, 2006 at St. Joseph Hospital, Mrs. Nellie Pearl Hall of David St. Funeral services will be held Saturday, June 3, 2006 at 1 p.m. from Second Hopeful Baptist Church, Hephzibah, Ga., Elder Eddie Fryer officiating. Interment will be in the church cemetery. The remains will lie in state at the church one hour prior to the services and will not be viewed after the eulogy. Family and friends are asked to assemble at the residence at 12 noon. The Historic Dent's Undertaking Establishment serving the CSRA since the 1800's.
Susan Rosier (BARNWELL, S.C.)
BARNWELL, S.C. - Susan Eubanks (Susie) Rosier, 49, wife of David Rosier, died Thursday, June 1, 2006 at the M.D. Anderson Cancer Center of Houston, Texas. Mrs. Rosier was born on September 20, 1956 in Bamberg, S.C. She was the daughter of Peggy Parrish Eubanks with the late Joseph Dickson Eubanks, Sr. She was a former postal clerk with the US Postal Service, Barnwell Post Office and was a self employed person fitness trainer. Survivors include her husband, David Rosier of Barnwell; her mother, Peggy P. Eubanks of Hilda, S.C.; her brother, James Terry (Jim) Eubanks of La Port, Texas; one niece and two nephews. She was predeceased by a brother, Joseph Dickson Eubanks, Jr. Graveside services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Monday, June 5, 2006 at the Salem United Methodist Church Cemetery with Rev. Andy Hunter officiating. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday evening at the Mole Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers the family would like memorials made to the Friends of The Barnwell County Animal Shelter, P.O. Box 1009, Barnwell, SC 29812. Mole Funeral Home, 803-259-3166. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
W. Terry King (LINCOLNTON, Ga.)
LINCOLNTON, Ga. - Mr. William Terry King, 54 of Comanche Circle died Wed. May 31, 2006 at his residence. Mr. King, a native of Hendersonville, NC, was a carpenter and had served in the U.S. Marines. Survivors: wife, Adria King; son, Mason Tyler King; daughter, Stephanie Wooten, Greenville, NC; parents, Bill and Pauline King, Hendersonville, NC; brothers, Wayne and Allen King, N. Carolina and sister, Rita Jackson, N. Carolina. A memorial service will be held later in North Carolina. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Make A Wish Foundation. Beggs Funeral Home 200 May Ave Lincolnton, GA, 30817 (706) 359-4117. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Mary Ruth Chisolm (BYRAM, MS)
BYRAM, MS - Mrs. Mary Ruth Chisolm, 73, of Byram went home to be with her Lord on Friday, June 2, 2006 at Central Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson. Visitation will be 3-6 pm Sunday at Chancellor Funeral Home in Byram. Funeral services will be 10am Monday at the funeral home with burial following at Lakewood Memorial Park. Mary Ruth had kept women and men beautiful for 35 years as a hairdresser, most notably at Village Beauty Shop. Her biggest passion was to watch her large family come home to fellowship and eat entirely too much of her wonderful cooking. Mary Ruth is preceded in death by her parents, Rufus and Willie B. Murphy, one brother, Charles "Jimmy" Murphy, and 3 husbands. She is survived by her daughter, Donna Foster and husband Leonard; her step daughters, Joyce, Faye and Judy; her brother, L.H. Murphy; her sisters, Myrine Hudson and Gywenn Rineheart; her grandchildren, Louis Daugherty, Kimberly Daugherty, Brandie Foster, Heath Grice, and Amber Foster; eight step grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren and eight step great-grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Louis Daugherty, Edwin McManus, Archie Austin, Kenneth Dilmore, Billy Dilmore and Brian Chisolm. Honorary Pallbearers will be Michael Charles Murphy, Michael Sebren, Tony Beasley and David Dilmore. The online guestbook may be signed at www.chancellorfuneralhome.com . Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Helen G. Hunter (WAYNESBORO, Ga.)
LPN WAYNESBORO, Ga. - - Helen G. Hunter, 75, entered into rest on Saturday, June 3, 2006, at Keysville Nursing Home. Mrs. Hunter was born in Effingham County, Georgia, to the late John Foy and Gussie Lee Gill on November 26, 1930. She had lived in this area most of her life. She was of the Baptist faith. She was preceded in death by her husband, Frank Hunter, Sr. Graveside Services will be held on Monday, June 5, 2006, at 4:00 p.m. at Burke Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends on Monday, June 5, 2006, from 2:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. at DeLoach-Kennedy Funeral Home in Waynesboro. Survivors include three sons, Frank and Jack Hunter both of Waynesboro, and Jerry Hunter of Savannah; three brothers, Jimmy, Billy, and Newton Gill; three grandchildren, Chris Hunter, Patrick Hunter, and Cheyenne Carolyn Hunter; and one great-grandson, Chris Hunter, Jr. In lieu of flowers, memorials/remembrances may be made to American Liver Foundation, 1-800-465-4837. DeLoach-Kennedy Funeral Home, 842 Liberty Street, Waynesboro, GA 706-554-3531 Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Jimmy R. Wyles (MSGT AUGUSTA, Ga.)
MSGT AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. Jimmy Ramick Wyles, 73, beloved husband of the late Hildegard Brams Wyles, entered into rest Friday, June 2, 2006 at his residence. Funeral Services with Full Military Honors and Masonic Rites will be held at 2:00 PM on Monday, June 4, 2006 in the chapel at Bellevue Memorial Gardens with Reverend Oscar H. Barrow officiating. Interment will follow in Bellevue Memorial Gardens. A native of Grapevine, Arkansas, Mr. Wyles retired from the US Army after twenty years of service. He served during the Korean Conflict and retired as the Food Service Supervisor and Executive Chef, and Carpenter. He was also a member of the Masonic Lodge, Richmond Lodge 412. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather, and will be missed by all of those who knew and loved him. The family would like to thank the staff of St. Joseph's Hospice and Mrs. Lucy Bentley for their excellent care during his illness. Family Members include two sons, James A. Wyles of Augusta and Jeffrey R. Wyles and his wife, Becky of Hephzibah; one daughter, Johanne Jacobs and her husband, Jack of North Augusta, SC; one sister, Virginia M. Ramick of Orville, CA; and four grandchildren, Matthew Jacobs, Johanna Jacobs, Alex Wyles and Noah Wyles. The Family will receive friends on Sunday, June 4, 2006 from 5 until 8 PM at Platt's Funeral Home on Belair Road. Memorials may be made to St. Joseph Hospice, 2260 Wrightsboro Rd., Augusta, GA 30904 Platt's Funeral Home, 337 N. Belair Road, Evans, GA 30809 (706) 860-6166. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Johnnie D. Gant (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Funeral services for Mr. Johnnie D. Gant, who entered into rest on May 28, 2006 at the University Hospital, will be conducted this Saturday, June 3, 2006 at 2 p.m. at Woodlawn C.M.E. Church in Harlem, Ga., with Rev. Nathan Jones officiating. He leaves to cherish his memories, wife Lillie Gant; son Bruce Gant; three daughters, Patricia Gant, Janette Gant and Gwendolyn Gant; two sisters, Mrs. Willie Helen Jones and Mrs. Irene Carwel; three grandchildren, Alexandria Gant, Marcus Gant, Clarence Elam and other relatives and friends.
Alva Hearn Cartee (CLOUD, FL.)
Antonio McDaniels (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Robert L. Friessen (FAIRFAX, S.C.)
Jeannie S. Burris (MARTINEZ, Ga.)
Edward Crosby (WARRENVILLE, S.C.)
Gregory L. Lewis (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Helen G. Hunter (WAYNESBORO, Ga.)
Jimmy R. Wyles (MSGT AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Laura Johnson Scott (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Elease E. Bennett (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Benjamin Antonoff (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Ernest L. Frank (WILLISTON, S.C.)
Marjorie Mallard (SARDIS, Ga.)
James Touchstone (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Hank Blanchard (WAYNESBORO, Ga.)
William Blair (BEECH ISLAND, S.C.)
Geraldine Montgomery (THOMSON, Ga.)
Robert Brinkley (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Antonio McDaniels (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Rita Kicklighter (SYLVANIA, Ga.)
Ada Jones Johnson (PHILADELPHIA, Pa.)
Morris D. Cooley (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
Veronique Gowdy (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
Beulah Lee Dozier (THOMSON, Ga.)
Donna J. Kivett (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Marjorie Mallard (SARDIS, Ga.)
Matthew W. Wilson (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Jessie T. Miller (MARTINEZ, Ga.)
Jessie T. Miller (MARTINEZ, Ga.)
Morgan made most of talent at Lakeside
Westminster girls coach had memorable ride
Clijsters sticks to retirement plan
Fransoso turns heads on, off field
Duff helps Greenbrier taste success
Blake left alone to represent U.S. men
Augusta FireBall ready to go after week of rest
Americans get to work after landing in Germany
Westminster girls coach had memorable ride
Westminster girls soccer coach Mike Freace saw this year as a journey.
All area boys soccer teams
The Augusta Chronicle is saluting prep soccer standouts from the area.
Mexico gets raucous welcome
GOTTINGEN, Germany - Mexico's national team arrived at its World Cup headquarters Friday night, greeted with a raucous - almost crushing - welcome by flag-draped fans from home.
Overtime
Augusta's Phillip McCormick shot 3-under-par 69 on Saturday for a share of the first-round lead in the W.M. Gregory Classic.
Fransoso turns heads on, off field
There's one thing that's readily apparent when it comes to Stephanie Fransoso.
Americans get to work after landing in Germany
HAMBURG, Germany - Only a few minutes after the team arrived, it was easy to pick out the United States at the World Cup.
Mexico gets raucous welcome
GOTTINGEN, Germany - Mexico's national team arrived at its World Cup headquarters Friday night, greeted with a raucous - almost crushing - welcome by flag-draped fans from home.
Area sports anouncements
Note: Announcements for participatory events must be written, delivered, mailed or faxed to The Augusta Chronicle, P.O. Box 1928, Augusta GA 30903-1928, with a return address and phone number. No phone calls are accepted. Fax number: (706) 823-3408. The announcements will be published weekly as space permits.
All area girls soccer teams
The Augusta Chronicle is saluting prep soccer standouts from the area.
World Cup notebook
Two-time World Cup champion Argentina might never win another World Cup because of a broken promise.
Morgan made most of talent at Lakeside
Dave Morgan deserves a medal. Or a badge. Something.
Clijsters sticks to retirement plan
PARIS - Kim Clijsters is the reigning U.S. Open champion, is ranked No. 2 in the world, is still winning matches in under an hour, and is all of 22 years old.
Duff helps Greenbrier taste success
Oh yes, Brooks Duff loves him some Blue Bell ice cream.
Augusta FireBall ready to go after week of rest
It might not seem like much, but the Augusta FireBall saw the value in it.
Overtime
In Duluth, Ga., the Alaska Aces won the ECHL's Kelly Cup Thursday night with a 4-3 victory over Gwinnett.
Blake left alone to represent U.S. men
PARIS - It was there in the scrambling, side-to-side defense along the baseline, forcing his foe to hit an extra shot. It was there in the delicate drop shots, the sleight of hand at the right moment. And, too, in the well-timed returns.
FireBall coast to victory
Even with a fill-in goalie, the Augusta FireBall showed no signs of slowing down Saturday night.
Outdoors calendar
NOTE: All the listed events are open to the public, although membership in some organizations may be required.
A little help from their friends
A little help from their friends
Cole Scruggs (right) proudly shows off this 13-pound, 32-inch redfish that he landed with his friend, Forest O'Quinn, while inshore casting with other friends in Charleston, S.C.
Top whitetail managed to elude hunters, not car
Wary old whitetails can be tough to kill. hat's why it came as no surprise that the top scoring typical whitetail from South Carolina's 2005-06 season wasn't taken by a hunter at all.
Kicking guru tries to find another gem in Atlanta
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. - Steve Hoffman strolls off the practice field, a video camera in one hand and a young kicker hanging on his every word.
Spartans have something to prove
It's a pride thing with these guys, Bubba Diggs says.
U.S. religious groups are increasingly polarized about gay issues
The increasingly stark polarization of religious groups about homosexuality is seen in new alliances that favor and oppose amending the U.S. Constitution to bar same-sex marriage.
Choose your adventure at vacation Bible school
Vacation Bible schools in Augusta will have children trekking a frozen wilderness along the Arctic Edge, "where adventure meets courage," or enjoying grand games and maraca munchies in Fiesta!, "where kids are fired up about Jesus."
A sermon of hatred and doom from a Kansas minister
OGDEN, Iowa - The soldier's flag-draped casket is set on the gymnasium floor, below the unlit scoreboard, before bleachers crowded with mourners.
Party loyalties can cause trouble in congregations
We fall down the devil's slippery slope of idolatry when we start worshipping the God who has been fashioned from our stubbornly held prejudices and belief systems rather than the God of grace, love, and forgiveness revealed in the Bible.
Faith calendar
The Faith Calendar lists church and temple activities. Space is limited. Deadline is noon Monday. Send to churchnews@augustachronicle.com. Send a fax to (706) 722-7403 or mail to Faith Calendar, The Augusta Chronicle Newsroom, P.O. Box 1928, Augusta, GA 30903-1928.
Faith digest
One Church Augusta, a Pentecost revival, will continue at 7 tonight and 10:30 a.m. and 7 p.m. Sunday at Willis Foreman Elementary School, 2413 Willis Foreman Road. A half-hour of prayer will precede all services.
Top whitetail managed to elude hunters, not car
Jag can take step from the shadows
Spartans have something to prove
Spartans have something to prove
It's a pride thing with these guys, Bubba Diggs says.
Spartans can't overcome start
The Augusta Spartans might not be going to the playoffs this season, but their reputation around the American Indoor Football League has to be on the rise.
The office door is open for season two of 'Tom Goes to the Mayor'
NEW YORK - It's not exactly the highest-rated show on Cartoon Network's "Adult Swim" block. It airs at such a wee hour, even its creators admit they don't stay up to watch it. And its visual style is so unusual that purists say it doesn't even qualify as animation.
Q&A: Jessica Alba on hosting MTV Awards
NEW YORK - Jessica Alba, ubiquitous in magazine "sexy" polls, hopes to show fans a different side of herself when she hosts the MTV Movie Awards this week.
TV highlights (and lowlights) for the week ahead
This round of "The Sopranos" started with Tony getting gunned down by his trigger-happy uncle. By the end of the season, one of his cronies got caned to death for being homosexual.
TV highlights (and lowlights) for the week ahead
Q&A: Jessica Alba on hosting MTV Awards
The office door is open for season two of 'Tom Goes to the Mayor'
Jennifer Aniston says filming 'The Break-Up' was 'cathartic'
Film critic Roger Ebert to undergo cancer surgery again
Bulldogs win quick and easy
ATHENS, Ga. - Mickey Westphal gave Georgia just what it needed in the rain-delayed first round of the NCAA's Athens Regional.
Cisco hurls a gem for Gamecocks
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. - Freshman Mike Cisco pitched a six-hitter for the first complete game of his career Saturday, leading South Carolina past Evansville, 4-2, in the opener of the Charlottesville Regional for both teams.
Cisco hurls a gem for Gamecocks
Community action groups are celebrated
Young player takes a leading role on her teams
Graduates from 1956 renew old friendships
Signs point to history of interstate highways
Animal shelter dog is claimed by studio
Frustrated Atlanta loses it when calls go other way
U.S. religious groups are increasingly polarized about gay issues
A sermon of hatred and doom from a Kansas minister
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