Dental screenings are planned for elementary pupils
A new program will provide some Aiken County elementary school pupils with free dental screenings this fall.
This week
MUSIC IN THE PARK: 7 p.m. Thursdays; Maude Edenfield Park, 400 Buena Vista Ave., North Augusta; Thursday, Lillie Morris and Friends; June 29, Miriam Allen; July 6, Paul Roberts and the Fresh Music All-Star Dixieland Band; July 13, Splitrail; July 20, Montana Skys; July 27, Fort Gordon Signal Corps Band; free; (803) 442-7588
Recycling
- 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.
Creative Goddesses make faces at each other
At Elizabeth Barnes' North Augusta home Friday, nearly a dozen women got plastered.
Pet of the week
Casey, a female dachshund mix, is available for adoption through Molly's Militia.
Events
A free exhibit, The Artists of Studio South Show Their Colors, will be on display through July 21 at the Aiken Center for the Arts, 122 Laurens St. S.W. The center is open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday-Saturday. Call (803) 641-9094.
Camps give kids a taste of life in Colonial times
Molding battle-ready soldiers is no easy task, and Hunter Green-Myers had his work cut out for him.
Milestones
Kristin Marie Bowman and Erin Ruth Watkins, both of Aiken, and Rhonda Lynn Sanders, of Gloverville, have been named to the dean's list at Columbia College.
Across the river
INDIES AT THE IMPERIAL SERIES: Films at 7 p.m. Wednesdays and 7 and 9:30 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays, Imperial Theatre, 745 Broad St.; L'Enfant, today-Friday; The Devil and Daniel Johnston, June 28-30; Why We Fight, July 5-7; Cache (Hidden), July 12-14; The Passenger, July 19-21; $6 regular admission and $4 for seniors, students and military. Call (706) 722-8341
Reunions
North Augusta Class 1981: Seeking classmates for a 25-year reunion Saturday; call Daryl Smoldt at (803) 279-9533 or smoldtd@bellsouth.net; Melinda Shealy Burckhalter at (803) 279-6843 or metiger85@aol.com
University of South Carolina Aiken graduates
The following students have graduated from the University of South Carolina Aiken:
Dental screenings are planned for elementary pupils
A new program will provide some Aiken County elementary school pupils with free dental screenings this fall.
Adult literacy sites
Here are some phone numbers of adult literacy sites:
Best Friend Express has new routes, higher fares
Routes for the county's public transit system changed Monday to shorten ride times, and prices were increased June 1.
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
Aiken has an avenue of stately dwellings
The south side of Colleton Avenue is lined with antebellum houses, City Manager Roger LeDuc said, and many of the servants who worked in the homes lived on the north side of the street.
Baseball Today
Tom Glavine became the first 10-game winner in the major leagues as the New York Mets beat Baltimore 9-4 on Sunday. Detroit's Kenny Rogers reached that mark later Sunday in a 12-3 win over the Chicago Cubs.
Baseball Today
Tom Glavine became the first 10-game winner in the major leagues as the New York Mets beat Baltimore 9-4 on Sunday. Detroit's Kenny Rogers reached that mark later Sunday in a 12-3 win over the Chicago Cubs.
Magic ends for Bulldogs
OMAHA, Neb. - The two-hopper off Gordon Beckham's bat helped Darwin Barney show that Oregon State was the fittest for survival Monday.
Baseball Today
St. Louis at Chicago White Sox (8:05 p.m. EDT). Jason Marquis goes for his 10th win of the season against the White Sox.
Myers, Phillies hand Yanks loss
PHILADELPHIA - Pat Burrell hit a two-run double and Brett Myers outdueled Randy Johnson to lead the Philadelphia Phillies over the New York Yankees, 4-2 on Monday night.
Red Sox keep rolling on
BOSTON - Tim Wakefield pitched six strong innings to lead the Boston Red Sox to their fifth victory in a row with an 11-3 win over the Washington Nationals on Tuesday night.
Steroid investigation hits Giants' coaches
SAN FRANCISCO - Members of the San Francisco Giants' coaching staff have been contacted by former Sen. George Mitchell in his independent investigation of steroids in baseball.
Steroid investigation hits Giants' coaches
SAN FRANCISCO - Members of the San Francisco Giants' coaching staff have been contacted by former Sen. George Mitchell in his independent investigation of steroids in baseball.
Colvin keeps Tigers loose
OMAHA, Neb. - When it comes to delivering line drives, Clemson's baseball team counts on North Augusta junior Tyler Colvin.
Cox, Rice survive Hurricanes' rally
OMAHA, Neb. - Tyler Henley led off the game with a home run and closer Cole St. Clair pitched five solid innings in a rare start as Rice held on in the ninth to beat Miami, 3-2, in the College World Series on Monday night.
Myers, Phillies hand Yanks loss
In the beginning
Eighty-eight-year-old Bobby Bragan tells the story with a smile that goes back 40 years.
Smoltz clarifies talk of trades
ATLANTA - John Smoltz does not want to be traded. He has not been approached about a deal nor is he lobbying for one.
McCann holds steady during Atlanta's slide
ATLANTA - Brian McCann celebrated a birthday earlier this month.
Atlanta Braves trivia
TRIVIA QUESTIONS
Smoltz clarifies talk of trades
Ex-Braves thriving as managers
The most identifiable player from the Atlanta Braves of the mid to late 1960s, the team's first handful of seasons in Georgia's capital city, undoubtedly is Hank Aaron.
McCann holds steady during Atlanta's slide
Ex-Braves thriving as managers
Jewelers nervous about gold prices
Ethanol's water demands a cause for scrutiny
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. - City officials in Champaign and Urbana took notice when they heard that an ethanol plant proposed nearby would use about 2 million gallons of water per day, most likely from the aquifer that also supplies both cities.
Jewelers nervous about gold prices
DENVER - After more than 30 years in jewelry design, John Atencio has built a reputation for heavier rings, necklaces and earrings.
New microchip shatters silicon speed records
ATLANTA - Georgia Tech and IBM Corp. announced Tuesday they shattered a microchip speed record in a development that could lead to advances in cell phones, radar technology and space exploration.
Industries want widening of Doug Barnard Parkway
Two lanes of road, plus hundreds of trucks, plus hazardous materials, plus multiple railroad crossings, equals trouble.
Ethanol's water demands a cause for scrutiny
Home-building rebounds
WASHINGTON - Construction of new homes and apartments, down for three straight months, staged what may turn out to be a temporary rebound in May.
New microchip shatters silicon speed records
Industries want widening of Doug Barnard Parkway
Colvin keeps Tigers loose
OMAHA, Neb. - When it comes to delivering line drives, Clemson's baseball team counts on North Augusta junior Tyler Colvin.
Top-seeded Clemson ousted
OMAHA, Neb. - David Cooper went 5-for-5 with a home run and four RBI, including the go-ahead single in the eighth inning, in Cal State Fullerton's 7-6 victory over top-seeded Clemson in the College World Series on Tuesday.
Hephzibah golfer makes Links field on trip with wife
Cynthia slips by
Just another slap in the face.
Paying the price for free speech
The First Amendment, along with the rest of the Bill of Rights, was ratified on Dec. 15, 1791.
Courage or cowardice?
Congressional Democrats Tuesday turned up the volume of their retreat calls after the bodies of two missing U.S. soldiers were found murdered and mutilated.
The real threat
Our isolationist friends, particularly those on the west coast, had best pay attention to goings-on in North Korea.
Paying the price for free speech
People in the News
SYDNEY, Australia - Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban have returned home to Australia to be married, the couple announced in a joint statement.
People in the News
ATLANTA - Elton John has filed a lawsuit against the Fulton County tax assessors office, saying the county overvalued his penthouse condominium.
PhysX chip makes video games more realistic
DALLAS - Carve a wrong turn in the deep powder of the video game "Stoked Rider: Big Mountain Snowboarding" and you'd better brace for an avalanche of swirling white snow engulfing everything as it crashes down the mountainside.
Homeowners feel pinch of rising adjustable rate mortgages
NEW YORK - In 2003, Anita Britten refinanced her two-story brick cottage in Lithonia, Ga. using a hybrid adjustable rate mortgage, or ARM. Her lender reassured her that she could refinance out of the riskier loan into a traditional one when her interest rate started to reset.
Homeowners feel pinch of rising adjustable rate mortgages
Late mortgage payments drop sharply in first quarter
Late mortgage payments drop sharply in first quarter
WASHINGTON - Late mortgage payments dropped sharply in the opening quarter of this year, a big improvement after delinquencies hit a 2 1/2-year high in the closing quarter of last year.
Low-fat shrimp salad with avocado recipe
Fresh fruit to chill out with
If a dessert tastes delectable we'll eat it any time of year, but when temperatures begin to soar, icy options become irresistible
Get caught in comfort of chicken and dumplings
For soul-satisfying comfort, nothing equals a bowl of chicken and dumplings.
Low-fat shrimp salad with avocado recipe
When you see avocado as an ingredient in a recipe that's nominally low-fat, it's a good sign. The "diet" element just can't be all that tough, with a mouthful of creamy avocado every now and then in the mix.
Quick pork steaks with plum glaze recipe
Fresh, fast and tasty. Those are words to make a cook happy, especially when they introduce a main-course dish that can be on the table in less than 20 minutes, like this smart combination of pork steaks with plum glaze, nicely browned on the grill.
Quick pork steaks with plum glaze recipe
Get caught in comfort of chicken and dumplings
Jackets send standouts to All-Star Game
Mike Mooney is hard on himself. Anthony Contreras is a bit of a joker. Sergio Romo can't sit still.
Jackets close out first half on the rise
It is easy for the Augusta GreenJackets to point to their home losses to last-place Kannapolis on June 10 and 11 as the reason they failed to catch Rome in the race for the first-half championship.
Open champion will play in Buick Open
GRAND BLANC, Mich. - U.S. Open champion Geoff Ogilvy has committed to play alongside Tiger Woods and Vijay Singh at this year's Buick Open.
Open champion will play in Buick Open
Jackets close out first half on the rise
Jackets send standouts to All-Star Game
South Aiken, area schools see high coaching turnover
South Aiken, area schools see high coaching turnover
Bob Polewski couldn't pass it up. Neither could Carlos Hope. Or Randy Martin.
Thrilling series had little interest from TV audience
RALEIGH, N.C. - There was more scoring, plenty of intriguing story lines and hardly anyone watching at home in the United States
Thrilling series had little interest from TV audience
Stars emerge in finals
RALEIGH, N.C. - They come out of nowhere, waiting until they're on the biggest stage to introduce themselves to the hockey world.
Entree salad keeps heat out of kitchen
When the weather heats up, my family's meals often are cooled down.
Entree salad keeps heat out of kitchen
Here's a new twist on an old joke
If God had wanted us to vote, he would have given us candidates.
Here's a new twist on an old joke
If God had wanted us to vote, he would have given us candidates.
Send Hardie Davis to the state House
Festival needs public accountability
As co-organizer of the original James Brown Appreciation Day in 1986, I challenge Charles Walker Jr. to release all the financial records of the recent music festival.
Military health benefits are in peril
Military health benefits are in peril
The CSRA has approximately 30,000 military personnel, many of whom are retired. The Department of Defense is attempting to buy the mine while we get the shaft!David G. Edmiston, Grovetown
Festival needs public accountability
Send Hardie Davis to the state House
I am excited to see that Hardie Davis Jr. is running for the Georgia House of Representatives' District 122 seat.Annie L. Major, Augusta
Writer may want to check the numbers
Keep supporting democracy in Iraq
Keep supporting democracy in Iraq
Critics of the Iraq war are fond of calling soldiers an "occupation force." This label troubles me, since it ignores the noble reason our brave men and women are serving there.Bob Harmon, Augusta
Writer may want to check the numbers
Regarding the guest column "Put gas prices in right perspective" (June 19): In 1981, gas was 81 cents per gallon, not $1.41 per gallon. Gas cost more than $1.40 per gallon in August 2003. In February 2000 the cost of gas was $1.06 to $1.16 per gallon. I challenge The Augusta Chronicle to check its archives for the cost of gas between 1979 and 1983. It was never $2 per gallon.Chris L. Whitley, CPA, North Augusta, S.C.
Patients help fight most lethal cancer even after death
Scientists use nature to solve tech problems
Proper maintenance saves air conditioner
Patients help fight most lethal cancer even after death
WASHINGTON - Pancreatic cancer killed William Schunk. Now scientists are using his body to fight back.
Proper maintenance saves air conditioner
In 100 years since Willis Carrier patented his "apparatus for treating air" - a 1902 invention he used to combat humidity inside a printing company - people the world over have marveled at the cooling powers of air conditioning.
Living briefs
Actor Doug Savant (Desperate Housewives, Melrose Place) is 42.
Scientists use nature to solve tech problems
ATLANTA - It's one of the greatest challenges for robotics engineers: Building a machine that actually walks like one of us.
Attorney general says city can sell property
Lawsuit challenges sex offender law
ATLANTA - A civil liberties group filed a federal class-action lawsuit Tuesday challenging a new Georgia law designed to crack down on people convicted of sexually abusing children, arguing that it is so strict that it would be impossible for offenders to live in most urban and suburban areas.
On the campaign trail
Still on crutches from a recent plane crash, South Carolina's Lt. Gov. Andre Bauer slows down enough to take his campaign to the corner of Whiskey and Pine Log roads in Aiken to gather support for the upcoming runoff election June 27 against Mike Campbell.
Funds predicted for MOX project
Vandals must face cameras
Anyone thinking of vandalizing a school should be warned that Richmond County school officials are fighting back.
Avondale at work to sell plant, retain jobs
AIKEN - Avondale Mills Inc. has identified multiple buyers for its Woodhead Plant and is negotiating a sale that is expected to save another 125 jobs, a company official said Tuesday.
How will you spend your extra minute?
DA cleared of wrongdoing
ATLANTA - A special prosecutor concluded Tuesday there is no basis to submit an assault complaint filed by a sheriff's deputy against District Attorney Paul Howard to a grand jury.
Kid of the Day
Kirsten McKayla Davis, of Augusta, is today's kid of the day.
Tools to fight flu lacking, MCG expert says
Lawsuit challenges sex offender law
News you can use
Even before your baby's teeth come in, there are some things you can do to ensure their oral health. Here are some tips.
Georgia will sue corps in water dispute
How will you spend your extra minute?
It's going to be a long day.
Island voters to consider incorporation, again
Across the area
Authorities are seeking an Augusta man who is wanted in connection with a stolen and forged check.
Expenses, budget to grow at Daniel Field
Daniel Field Airport could see a nearly $15,000 increase in operating expenses, according to the General Aviation Commission's 2007 budget approved Monday.
Seniors get pressured
Aggressive sales tactics from those pushing Medicare Advantage plans weeks before an enrollment deadline have some advocates concerned about seniors who are picking plans.
$25,000 is approved to care for uninsured
Funding cut for Spanish novels
LAWRENCEVILLE, Ga. - In a suburban county where one out of six residents is Hispanic, the library board has axed money budgeted to buy more "adult Spanish fiction" - books such as the latest John Grisham thriller in Spanish or Marcela Serrano novel in its original language.
Blaze breaks out in apartment complex
A fire broke out at an Augusta apartment complex this morning after a woman fell asleep on her sofa while smoking a cigarette.
Best part of waking up
Mikel Dye skies over Ryan Goodson as they spend the afternoon wakeboarding on the Savannah River near downtown Augusta.
Georgia, South Carolina rank last on graduation rates
Georgia and South Carolina have the worst graduation rates in the country, according to a report released this morning.
Not too much drama
Instructor Reishal Cummings (third from left, back row) works with 9- to 11-year-olds in an acting class as part of the Augusta Players Summer Camp.
About 675,000 voters lack photo ID, state study says
ATLANTA - More than 675,000 registered voters in Georgia - about 13.5 percent - lack the most common photo IDs used to cast a ballot, such as a driver's license or a state-issued identification card, according to a new analysis.
Rants and raves
THIS WHOLE ISSUE of consolidating Columbia County makes no sense. What's the point? There are no cities of Evans and Martinez duplicating services. It's just the county government. What's there to consolidate?
News you can use
Using Web logs ("blogs") and online diaries or posting messages online can let you express yourself, but they also give people ways to find out information about you that you don't want public. Remember, the Internet is public and can be read by anyone - including your bosses, potential employers and people who wish to do you harm or take advantage of you.
2 plead guilty in carjackings
Two of three men accused of taking part in a carjacking spree last summer pleaded guilty Monday.
Rants and raves
THIS RANT IS for the person that wrote about women in flip-flops and their legs being out of shape. I think maybe the reason why you think women's legs are out of shape is because you don't have a shape yourself and you're just jealous.
Schools might lose maintenance funds
AIKEN - School maintenance projects might be delayed in order to shift money to the new Byrd Elementary School, which remains over budget.
Fun with nature
Will Sexton, 11, plays under a waterfall in the Chauga River at Chau Ram County Park near Westminster, S.C. Will and his sister, Kelly, were at the park with their mother, Jill, to enjoy some inexpensive recreation.
Avondale at work to sell plant, retain jobs
Georgia will sue corps in water dispute
ATLANTA - With most of Georgia now in a drought, Gov. Sonny Perdue said Tuesday the state will sue the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for draining excessive amounts of water from the state's reservoirs.
City's land transfer gets OK
Augusta has cleared at least one hurdle in its plan to sell the Reynolds Street pension property for a $120 million riverfront development.
Schools might lose maintenance funds
AIKEN - School maintenance projects might be delayed in order to shift money to the new Byrd Elementary School, which remains over budget.
States rank lowest for graduation
Man pleads guilty in sex case
AIKEN - A Georgia man pleaded guilty Tuesday to soliciting sex over the Internet from a person he thought was a teenage girl, but was instead an undercover sheriff's deputy nabbing online predators.
Military official inspects training
Funds predicted for MOX project
AIKEN - Congress will allocate money next year to continue the construction of a factory at the Savannah River Site that will rid the nuclear reservation of large quantities of plutonium, a high-level government official predicted Tuesday.
Funding cut for Spanish novels
Tools to fight flu lacking, MCG expert says
Georgia and the rest of the country have yet to face up to some tough issues about what will happen if pandemic flu sweeps the country, an influenza expert at Medical College of Georgia said.
Cost-cutting makes city workers steam steaming
2 plead guilty in carjackings
Two of three men accused of taking part in a carjacking spree last summer pleaded guilty Monday.
Woman dies in Milledgeville Road wreck
A woman died late this afternoon after a moving truck she was driving crashed head-on into a tree in south Augusta, officials said.
Rants and raves
THIS WHOLE ISSUE of consolidating Columbia County makes no sense. What's the point? There are no cities of Evans and Martinez duplicating services. It's just the county government. What's there to consolidate?
Fire damages furniture store
An Augusta furniture store caught fire early this morning.
Expenses, budget to grow at Daniel Field
Daniel Field Airport could see a nearly $15,000 increase in operating expenses, according to the General Aviation Commission's 2007 budget approved Monday.
Buyers interested in Woodhead Plant, Avondale officials say
AIKEN - Avondale Mills Inc. has identified multiple prospective buyers for its Woodhead Plant and is negotiating its sale, a company official said this afternoon.
About 675,000 voters lack photo ID, state study says
ATLANTA - More than 675,000 registered voters in Georgia - about 13.5 percent - lack the most common photo IDs used to cast a ballot, such as a driver's license or a state-issued identification card, according to a new analysis.
Ambassador surviving in icy Canada
$25,000 is approved to care for uninsured
In a 3-2 vote, Columbia County commissioners approved $25,000 Tuesday night for a group called Project Access to help provide comprehensive health care to the county's uninsured.
Island voters to consider incorporation, again
CHARLESTON, S.C. - Mary Clark calls herself the "mayor-in-exile" of the nonexistent Town of James Island, a community that twice has incorporated, twice been dissolved and where voters return to the polls today to consider creating a town for a third time.
Ambassador surviving in icy Canada
COLUMBIA - A year ago, David Wilkins was getting ready for his new job as U.S. ambassador to Canada, packing for cold weather and heading into a long-standing lumber dispute that has dogged diplomats for more than a decade.
Across Georgia
CAIRO - A 16-year-old girl who was the subject of an abduction alert was found unharmed early Monday in Florida.
Kid of the Day
Rachel Gregory, of North Augusta, is today's kid of the day.
Across South Carolina
COLUMBIA - A former Marion County magistrate's clerk has been charged with embezzlement of public funds.
N. Augusta moves on lock, dam
NORTH AUGUSTA - The city is a step closer to assuming ownership of the New Savannah Bluff Lock and Dam.
Military official inspects training
The slaughter of two kidnapped U.S. soldiers in Iraq strengthens America's resolve to finish its mission overseas, Army Secretary Francis J. Harvey said Tuesday.
Budget avoids raising taxes
Unexpected revenue and additional budget cuts could mean no school tax increase for Richmond County property owners.
Corrections
- An article on Augusta's population loss in Sunday's editions should have said Richmond County's population decreased 0.59 percent between July 2004 and July 2005, while Columbia County's population grew by 3.2 percent, according to U.S. Census Bureau estimates.
Corrections
- An article on Augusta's population loss in Sunday's editions should have said Richmond County's population decreased 0.59 percent between July 2004 and July 2005, while Columbia County's population grew by 3.2 percent, according to U.S. Census Bureau estimates.
Commission OKs property sale
Augusta commissioners blessed a plan Monday to sell city property for a $120 million downtown condominium development on the Savannah River if the state attorney general gives it the green light.
Kid of the Day
Rachel Gregory, of North Augusta, is today's kid of the day.
Across Georgia
ATLANTA - Most of Georgia is in a mild to moderate drought after months of below-normal rainfall, state climatologist David Stooksbury said Tuesday.
Commission OKs property sale
Augusta commissioners blessed a plan Monday to sell city property for a $120 million downtown condominium development on the Savannah River if the state attorney general gives it the green light.
Across the area
Richmond County authorities are looking for a man and woman who looted a beer cooler at an Augusta gas station Tuesday, a police report states.
N. Augusta moves on lock, dam
NORTH AUGUSTA - The city is a step closer to assuming ownership of the New Savannah Bluff Lock and Dam.
Augusta might get $300,000 to aid cleanup
Augusta could get an additional $300,000 in federal money earmarked for cleaning up and redeveloping the Hyde Park community, where some residents claim they have been affected by toxic contamination.
Rants and raves
THIS RANT IS for the person that wrote about women in flip-flops and their legs being out of shape. I think maybe the reason why you think women's legs are out of shape is because you don't have a shape yourself and you're just jealous.
Across South Carolina
FLORENCE - A 76-year-old man has been charged with the stabbing death of his live-in girlfriend.
Cost-cutting makes city workers steam steaming
Their sweat is pennies pinched.
States rank lowest for graduation
Georgia and South Carolina have the worst graduation rates in the nation, according to a report released Tuesday.
Atlanta wants King's papers
ATLANTA - Atlanta Mayor Shirley Franklin and former Mayor Andrew Young have been working with businessman Herman Russell and other influential residents in an effort to raise enough money to buy personal papers belonging to the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.
Vandals must face cameras
Anyone thinking of vandalizing a school should be warned that Richmond County school officials are fighting back.
Augusta might get $300,000 to aid cleanup
Mickelson has silver lining on dark cloud
On the third day, Phil Mickelson rose again from his bed. It surely still felt like he'd descended into hell.
Gilliland's gamble pays off with first Busch Series win
Gilliland's gamble pays off with first Busch Series win
CHARLOTTE, N.C. - There have been times this year that David Gilliland couldn't help but wonder if he was in over his head, that leaving California for a NASCAR career was maybe a bad idea.
Wade leads Heat to first title
DALLAS - Dwyane Wade dazzled Dallas one last time - and with a sizzling four-game comeback, the Miami Heat are NBA champions for the first time.
Cuban fined for shenanigans
DALLAS - Mavericks owner Mark Cuban was fined $250,000 on Tuesday for his outbursts after Game 5 of the NBA Finals, and commissioner David Stern said he's getting tired of the team's antics.
Homecourt advantage is key for Mavs
DALLAS - The Mavericks left home last week with two wins and a Texas-sized swagger. They staggered back Monday morning after three losses to the Miami Heat, teetering on the brink of elimination from the NBA Finals.
Homecourt advantage is key for Mavs
DALLAS - The Mavericks left home last week with two wins and a Texas-sized swagger. They staggered back Monday morning after three losses to the Miami Heat, teetering on the brink of elimination from the NBA Finals.
Wade leads Heat to first title
Roethlisberger cited for crash
George L. Miller (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.- Funeral services for Mr. George L. Miller will be held today at 1:30 p.m. at First Baptist Church of North Augusta with Dr. Gary C. Redding and Rev. Preston Creech officiating. Interment will be at Pineview Memorial Park. Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church, 625 Georgia Ave., North Augusta, SC 29841 or to Harold F. Adkinson KWVA, P.O. Box 6234, North Augusta, SC 29861-6234. Rowland Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Gloria F. Harley (AIKEN, S.C.)
AIKEN, S.C. - The funeral services will be 2 p.m., Wednesday, June 21, 2006 at Cumberland AME Church with Rev. Moses Miller officiating. Interment will be in Pine Lawn Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends Tuesday from 7-8 p.m. Friends may call at her residence, 108 Redd Circle, or the funeral home after 2 p.m. G.L. Brightharp & Sons Mortuary, 390 Beaufort St., Aiken (803) 648-0134.
Mary Katherine Aubrey (AIKEN, S.C.)
AIKEN, S.C. - Mary Katherine "Kay" Cain Aubrey passed away on Friday, June 16, 2006 at Aiken Regional Medical Center. Born in San Antonio, Texas to the late Mary Katherine Wolf Cain and the late John Cain. Kay graduated from Our Lady of the Lake University in San Antonio with a Batchelor of Arts and received her Masters degree from the University of South Carolina. Kay was a teacher in the Aiken County School District. In 1989, she was nominated as South Carolina Teacher of the Year representing Warrenville Elementary School. She retired from the Aiken County School District as a teacher after twenty five years and continued that passion as a volunteer teacher for several more years. Prior to that time she worked for the Federal Government as an Assistant Office Manager for Social Security in Los Angeles, California; a Field Representative for Social Security in Fort Eustis, VA, and as a counselor in the State Department in Washington, DC. She wasa member of the Saint Mary Help of Christians Catholic Church. She is survived by her loving and adoring husband of 60 years, R. A. "Doc" Aubrey; by her son, John C. Aubrey and his wife, Amy, of Houston, TX; her daughters Katherine "Cindy" Speicher and her husband, Jim, of Shawnee, KS and her daughter Linda Aubrey and her husband, Edward "Cal" Calhoun, of Raleigh, NC; as well as by her five grandchildren and three great grandchildren. There will be a Memorial Service, including Mass, Tuesday, June 20, 2006 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Mary Help of Christians Catholic Church in Aiken. The family will receive friends immediately following the service in the Parish Hall. Flowers will be accepted or in lieu of flowers, memorials contributions may be made to the charity of your choice in memory of Mary Katherine "Kay" Aubrey. Condolences may be sent to St. Mary Help of Christians Catholic Church, c/o Ms. Connie Singer, POB 438, Aiken, SC 29802.
Albert E. Symonds ()
Aiken - Mr. Albert E. Symonds, Jr., of Vivion Drive, Aiken, died Sunday, June 18, 2006 at St. Joseph Hospital in Augusta, GA. Memorial services will be held at 11:00 AM Thursday at St. Thaddeus Episcopal Church. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Please visit Mr. Symonds' online memorial at http://shellhousefuneralhome.com. Shellhouse Funeral Home, Inc., 924 Hayne Ave., Aiken, SC
Mildred Geraldine Bell (MARTINEZ, Ga.)
MARTINEZ, Ga. - Entered into rest June 18, 2006 at Doctor's Hospital, Mrs. Mildred Geraldine Bell, age 84, wife of the late Mr. William Edward Bell. Funeral service will be held Wednesday, June 21, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. in the Thomas L. King Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Mike Pethel and Dr. Earl Richards officiating. Interment at Westover Memorial Park. Mrs. Bell was born in Harlem, Ga. and was a member of the Augusta Seventh-Day Adventist Church. The family will receive friends at the funeral home today, June 20, 2006 from 6-8 p.m. She is survived by a son, Mark Edward Bell, Martinez; a daughter, Mary Bell Glisson, Martinez; a brother, Walter Harold Cliett, Aiken, S.C.; a sister, Estelle Cliett Johnston, Martinez; a granddaughter, Christy Bell Wright; numerous other grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Florist: Weds. 11 a.m. Thomas L. King Funeral Home, 124 Davis Rd., Martinez, Ga., 706-863-6747.
Gloria F. Harley (AIKEN, S.C.)
AIKEN, S.C. - The funeral services will be 2 p.m., Wednesday, June 21, 2006 at Cumberland AME Church with Rev. Moses Miller officiating. Interment will be in Pine Lawn Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends Tuesday from 7-8 p.m. Friends may call at her residence, 108 Redd Circle, or the funeral home after 2 p.m. G.L. Brightharp & Sons Mortuary, 390 Beaufort St., Aiken (803) 648-0134.
Sallie Naomi Wilson (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mrs. Wilson went to be with the Lord on June 18, 2006 while in St. Joseph Hospital, Mrs. Sallie Naomi Wilson, 83, beloved wife of Paul E. Wilson of Augusta. Mrs. Wilson was born in Beech Bluff, Tenn. and had lived in Augusta since 1969. She was a member of Luray Baptist Church in Luray, TN. Additional survivors include her daughters, Paulette Wilson and Annice W. Meeler and her husband Zack of Martinez, GA; her sons, Bobby L. Wilson and his wife Sherrel of Martinez and Bruce A. Wilson of Augusta; grandchildren, Melissa Daniel, Kimberly Wilson, Chad Wilson, Shannon Jenkins, Leslie Hayes and Dana Meeler; seven great grandchildren; brother, Harold E. Wilkins, Huron, TN and a sister, Selith M. Pinson of Jackson, TN. Mrs. Wilson was preceded in death by her son Kenneth Edward Wilson. Graveside services will be held on Wednesday, June 21, 2006 , 10:00 AM in Hillcrest Memorial Park with Rev. Marion Jay officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to The Breast Cancer Research Foundation, 60 East 56th St., 8th Floor, New York, NY 10022 or to St. Joseph Hospice, 2260 Wrightsboro Rd. Augusta, GA 30904. The family will receive friends on Tuesday (tonight) from 6PM until 8PM at Thomas Poteet & Son Funeral Directors, 214 Davis Rd. Augusta, GA 30907 (706) 364-8484. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Gloria F. Harley (AIKEN, S.C.)
AIKEN, S.C. - Funeral services will be 2 p.m., today, June 21, 2006 at Cumberland AME Church with Rev. Moses Miller officiating. The remains will lie in state in the church from 1 p.m. until the hour of service. Interment will be in Pine Lawn Memorial Gardens. The family assemble at her residence, 108 Redd Circle, at 1:30 p.m. G.L. Brightharp & Sons Mortuary, 390 Beaufort St., Aiken (803) 648-0134.
Freddie Jackson (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. - Freddie Jackson, Sr. died Saturday, June 17, 2006 at the Anna Maria Nursing Home. Arrangements are incomplete. Survivors include, a son, Pastor Freddie (Rosa) Jackson, Jr., North Augusta, SC; two daughters, Bertha Shivers and Christine J. (Donnie) Hyman, both of Brooklyn, NY; three sisters, Dorothy Sinkler, Mildred Etheriedge and Greta Lawrence, all of Queens, NY; ten grandchildren and twenty great-grandchildren. Amos & Sons Funeral Home.
Dennis Allen Hughes (THOMSON, Ga.)
THOMSON, Ga. - Mr. Dennis Allen Hughes, age 59 widow of Mrs. Barbara Ann Stevens Hughes of 1343 Lakeview Drive, died Monday evening June 19, 2006 in the McDuffie Regional Medical Center. Funeral Services will be held 11:00 AM Thursday June 22, 2006 in the Curtis Funeral Home Chapel, with Pastor Adrian Burrell officiating. Burial will follow in the Magnolia Baptist Church Cemetery in Gibson. Pallbearers will be Timmy Usry, Glenn Allen, Ricky Phillips, Stan Morris, Tim Smith and Robert Milford. Mr. Hughes was a native of McDuffie County and had worked with Knox Rivers, and retired from Reeves Construction as a Heavy Equipment Operator. He is survived by daughter, Lisa Marie (Ronnie) Black of Gibson; son, Jutson Marcus Hughes of Gibson; two sisters, Martha Phillips of Thomson, and Bobbie Scott of Hephzibah; several nieces, nephews and cousins. The Hughes family may be contacted at the residences 1343 Lakeview Drive, in Thomson, or at the funeral home where they will receive friends 7:00 to 9:00 PM Wednesday June 21, 2006. You may sign the online guestbook at www.curtisfuneralhome.com Curtis Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Alma Garvin (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest on Saturday, June 18, 2006 in the University Hospital, Mrs. Alma Marie 'Tanky' Garvin of R.A. Dent Blvd. She is survived by one son, Mr. Percell (Rubye) Garvin; one daughter, Mrs. Yvonne S. Cail; a special cousin, Mrs. Ella Louise Prince, all of Augusta; two grandchildren, Pierre C. (Donna) Cail and Tammy Cail McRae; four great-grandchildren, Niki Cail, Misty McRae, Matthew McRae and Ryan Cail; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives and friends. She was a member of Macedonia Baptist Church, Martinez, Ga., of which Rev. George Smith is pastor. Funeral details will be announced by Dent's Funeral Home. The Historic Dent's Undertaking Establishment serving the CSRA since the 1880's.
James Arthur Bryant (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Elder James Arthur Bryant of E. Walker Street, entered into rest Saturday, June 17, 2006 at Portsbridge Hospice. Funeral services will be held Thursday, June 22, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. at Ebenezer Seventh Day Adventist Church with Pastor Emmanuel Jackson officiating. Burial will be in Walker Memorial Park. He was a native of Barnwell, S.C., retired from the City of Augusta as a Meter Repairman and then retired from Augusta College as a Maintenance Plumber. He was also and Independent Plumber. Survivors are his wife, Margaret Bryant, Augusta; one daughter, Leslie (Rickey, Sr.) Bryant Green, Augusta; one brother, Samuel Bryant, Augusta; two grandchildren, Arielle Ferrell, Ariana Green, Augusta; sister-in-law, Juanita (Warren) Oarr, Cincinnati, Ohio; godchildren, Jennifer Scott, Ernest Hardin, Augusta; a host of nieces, nephews and cousins. The family will receive friends at Williams Funeral Home this evening from7 to 8 p.m. Williams Funeral Home, 1765 Martin Luther King Jr., Blvd. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Freeman Jones (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. Freeman Jones, Jr., of Rosier Rd., entered into rest Monday, June 19, 2006 at his residence. Funeral arrangements will be announced later. Survivors are his wife, Lillie Jones; one son, Freeman C. Jones, Augusta; three daughters, Elaine Hall, Tieleasha Jones, Anitra Jones, Augusta; three sisters, Inez Holmes, New York, Willie Mae Rouse, Connie Jones; two brothers, Robert L. Jones, Gary A. Jones, Augusta; one aunt, Ruth Clinton, Augusta; nine grandchildren; one great-grandchild; devoted sister-in-law, Diane Baker; devoted brother-in-law, Joseph Overton; and a host of other relatives. Williams Funeral Home, 2945 Old Tobacco Rd., Hephzibah, Ga.
Grace L. Delaney (BELVEDERE, S.C.)
BELVEDERE, S.C. - The Mass of Christian Burial for Miss Grace L. Delaney, 89, of Belvedere, SC, who died June 19, 2006, will be conducted Thursday morning at 11 o'clock from Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church. Father Peter Clarke celebrant. Final Prayers and Commendation in Pineview Memorial Gardens. Full Military Honors will be accorded. Miss Delaney was a native of Lexington, Kentucky, having made Belvedere her home for 35 years. She was a communicant of Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, a member of the Jesse C. Lynch Memorial American Legion Post #71, a former member of the Pilot Club, the Augusta Genealogical Society and a former board member of the Matte C. Hall Nursing Home. Miss Delaney retired from the U.S. Army with the rank of Major and was a Veteran of World II. She was retired from the Medical College of Georgia, where she established the Premature Nursery. Survivors include several nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be members of the Jesse C. Lynch Memorial American Legion Post#71. A Vigil for the Deceased will be conducted at the funeral home this Wednesday evening at 7 o'clock followed by visitation until 9. Stephen D. Posey Funeral Home of North Augusta in charge of arrangements (803-278-1181). Visit the registry at www.poseyfuneralhome.com . Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Barbara A. Armstrong (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Barbara A. Armstrong, age 69, entered into rest Monday, June 19, 2006 at her residence. Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by Poteet Funeral Homes South Chapel, 3465 Peach Orchard Road, Augusta, Ga. (706)798-8886
Stewart C. Lilly (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Stewart Calvin Lilly, beloved husband and father, entered into rest on Tuesday, June 20, 2006 at University Hospital in Augusta, Georgia. Stewart is survived by his wife of 50 years, Betty Jo Helmintoller Lilly; his two sons, Michael Stewart Lilly and Rayman L. Lilly; and his daughter, Hallie Lilly Merry, all of Augusta. He was 68. A Memorial Service will be held in the Chapel of Thomas Poteet & Son, 4:00 PM, Thursday June 22, 2006. Honorary Pallbearers are Alan Michelzyck, Willy Dickerson, Rich Aglio, Jimmy Wheeler, Gary Arthur, and Thomas Giffen. Stewart was born in Jumping Branch, West Virginia on July 27, 1937. He graduated from Hinton High School in 1955. After High School, he entered the Air Force. He joined Continental Can in 1959 and worked at their Hopewell, VA and Augusta Plants. He retired in 2001 after 40 years of service from International Paper as a safety instructor at the Augusta plant. Stewart lived in Augusta 31 years. He was a member and deacon of St. Andrews Presbyterian Church. He was actively involved in sports his entire life: He played football in high school, was an avid golfer and handball player, and he coached teams which included both his sons. Stewart considered his most important achievement his family which includes six grandchildren to whom he was devoted: Robert Cozart, Kay Lilly, Jonathon Lilly, Jordan Lilly, Mason Lilly, and Veronica Merry. Stewart exemplified the values from his upbringing in the mountains of West Virginia. He was kind, considerate and faithful; he knew no strangers. Other immediate survivors include his mother, Mrs. Reva M. Lilly, of Jumping Branch, WV; two sisters, Margie (Mrs. Gary) Arthur of Ona, WV and Andora (Mrs. Tom) Giffen of Bluefield, VA.; nieces, including Shelley (Mr. Kelly) Harbour Milton, WV, Angela (Mr. John Lewis, Ona, WV, Jennifer (Mrs. Erik) Vaderson, Savannah, Ga and Greta (Mrs. Brian) Valeyko, Alexandria, VA; an uncle, Paul Farley, Midway, WV and an aunt Amma Bragg, Hopewell, VA. Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Andrews Presbyterian Church Building Fund, 3551 Wheeler Rd. Augusta, Georgia 30909. The family will receive friends (this evening) Wednesday, from 6PM until 8PM at Thomas Poteet & Son Funeral Directors, 214 Davis Rd. Augusta, GA 30907 (706)364-8484 Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Mamie Holston (AIKEN, S.C.)
AIKEN, S.C. - Mrs. Mamie Holston, age 77, of 106 Weaver St., entered into rest on Saturday, June 17, 2006. Funeral services will be 2 p.m., Friday at Second Baptist Church. Burial will be in Jessamine Memorial Gardens, Aiken. Friends may call at the funeral Home beginning 4 p.m. Thursday. Jackson Brooks Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Barbara A. Armstrong (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Barbara A. Armstrong, age 69, entered into rest Monday, June 19, 2006 at her residence. Family members include her husband of 48 years Paul W. Armstrong of Augusta; her children, Sheryl L. Conover and Mark A. Armstrong both of Augusta; granddaughter Colleen M. Conover of Augusta; six brothers, Herbert Holmes of San Diego, CA., Larry Holmes of Mechanicsville, VA., Garland Holmes and Michael Holmes both of Charles City, VA., Gary Holmes and Gordon Holmes both of Richmond, VA.; five sisters, Teresa Farrison of Scottsdale, AZ., Gloria Whitehead of Charles City, VA., Mariam Old Coyote of Crow Agency, MT., Margaret Jones of Charles City, VA., Andrea Wingfield of Richmond, VA.; and numerous nieces and nephews. Mrs. Armstrong was preceded in death by a grandson, Barry J. Conover who died in 2002. Mrs. Armstrong was a native of Charles City, VA., the daughter of the late Meredith L. Holmes and Dorothy Adkins Holmes. She lived in Augusta for the past 26 years and was a member of Central Church of Christ where she was active with various Ladies Groups of the church. Funeral services will be held at 8:00 p.m. Friday, June 23, 2006 at Poteet Funeral Homes South Chapel. Interment will be held at Hillcrest Memorial Park at 11:00 am Saturday, June 24, 2006. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Friday, June 23, 2006. Memorials may be made to the American Parkinson's Association, Georgia Chapter, P.O. Box 49416, Atlanta, Ga. 30359 Poteet Funeral Homes, 3465 Peach Orchard Road, Augusta, Ga. 30906 (706)798-8886 Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Dianne Jenkins (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest Wednesday, June 14, 2006 at the Medical College of Georgia, Ms. Dianne Jenkins of Lisbon Rd. Funeral services will be held today, Tuesday, June 20, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. from Franklin Covenant Baptist Church, Hephzibah, Ga. with Rev. George A. Williams officiating. Interment will be in the church cemetery. Remains will lie in state in the church from 1 p.m. until the hour of service and will not be viewed after the eulogy. The funeral processional will leave the residence at 1:15 p.m. The Historic Dent's Undertaking Establishment serving the CSRA since the 1800s.
Kate Ellen Josey (BELVEDERE, S.C.)
BELVEDERE, S.C. - Entered into rest Monday, June 19, 2006, Mrs. Kate Ellen Josey, 91, of Belvedere, SC, widow of the late Charlie Josey. Funeral services will be held this afternoon at 3:00 at Pine Grove Baptist Church, Bath, SC, with Pastor Louis Swanson officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Mrs. Josey will be placed in the church at 2:00 this afternoon. The family has asked that if so desired memorials be made to Pine Grove Baptist Church, c/o the cemetery fund, 1050 Pine Grove Rd., Beech Island, SC 29842. Friends may call at the residence, 505 Lucy Ave., Belvedere, SC. Hatcher Funeral Home & Cremation Service, U.S. Hwy. No. 1, Langley, SC
Dandy Carr (LOUISVILLE, Ga.)
LOUISVILLE, Ga. - Funeral service for Mr. Dandy 'Frog' Carr, Jr. will be held Wednesday, June 21, 2006 at 3:30 p.m. at John and Alavan Garrer Memorial Chapel, Garrer Funeral Home, 608 Beech St. in Louisville, Ga. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Virginia Myers (AIKEN, S.C.)
AIKEN, S.C. - Entered into rest June 19, 2006, Hannah Virginia Myers, infant daughter of James E. and Cheryl Jones Myers of Aiken. In addition to her parents, she is survived by her maternal grandparents, Keith and Susan Jones, and paternal grandparents, Doug and Lynn Cohen, and a sister, Angel Myers. A graveside service will be conducted Thursday, June 22, 2006 at 4:00 p.m. in Aiken Memorial Park with Rev. Todd Smith officiating.
Dandy Carr (LOUISVILLE, Ga.)
LOUISVILLE, Ga. - Funeral service for Mr. Dandy 'Frog' Carr, Jr. will be held Wednesday, June 21, 2006 at 3:30 p.m. at John and Alavan Garrer Memorial Chapel, Garrer Funeral Home, 608 Beech St. in Louisville, Ga. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Alma Marie Garvin (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest on Sunday, June 18, 2006 in the University Hospital, Mrs. Alma Marie 'Tunky' Garvin of R.A. Dent Blvd. She is survived by one son, Mr. Percell (Ruby) Garvin; one daughter, Mrs. Yvonne S. Cail; a special cousin, Mrs. Ella Louise Prince, all of Augusta; two grandchildren, Pierre C. (Donna) Cail and Tammy Cail McRae; four great-grandchildren, Niki Cail, Misty McRae, Matthew McRae and Ryan Cail; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives and friends. She was a member of Macedonia Baptist Church, Martinez, Ga., of which Rev. George Smith is pastor. Graveside services will be conducted Thursday, June 22, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. from Macedonia Baptist Church Cemetery, Martinez, with Rev. John Lockhart officiating. Funeral processional will leave 515 Hillwood Circle at 10:30 a.m. Friends may contact the family at 515 Hillwood Circle. The Historic Dent's Undertaking Establishment serving the CSRA since the 1880's. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Willie Mae Lawrence ( AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mrs. Willie Mae Shores Lawrence, age 76, beloved wife of Mr. Bobby Lawrence, entered into rest Saturday, June 17, 2006, at her residence. Mrs. Lawrence was born in Edgefield, SC to the late Marvin B. Shores and Mary Willie Brewer Shores. She was a lifelong resident of the Augusta area and her faith was Church of God. Funeral services will be Wednesday, June 21, 2006 from the Chapel of Elliott Sons Funeral Home, 2524 Lumpkin Road with Reverend Leonard Chavis officiating. Interment services will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Park. Additional family members include two sons, Clyde F. Carlyn Sr. and Steve R. Lawrence, both of Augusta; two daughters, Phyllis Alewine and her husband David, of Alexandria, VA and Candy D. Turner and her husband Hans of Augusta; eight grandchildren, ten great grandchildren; four brothers, J.B. Shores of NC, Russell Shores of Hazlehurst, GA, Joe Shores of NC, Sammy Shores of Alma, GA; three sisters, Florence Gibson of Martinez, Christine Wise of Beech Island, SC, Sarah Scott of Aiken, SC. Mrs. Lawrence was preceded in death by a brother, Clyde Shores. The family will receive friends Tuesday, June 20, 2006 from 7:00 until 9:00 p.m. at the funeral home.
Kelsey John Jones (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. Kelsey John Jones, Sr., of Belair Rd., entered into rest Saturday, June 17, 2006 at his residence. Funeral service will be held on Thursday, June 22, 2006 at 4 p.m. at B.A. Williams Memorial Chapel with Rev. Reginald Jones officiating. Mr. Jones, a native of Jersey City, N.J., lived in New York many years before moving to Augusta. He was a self-employed contractor. Survivors are his wife, Joy Jones; one daughter, Jamelia Kelsey Jones; two sons, Kelsey John Jones, Jr., Kwan Kelsey Jones; mother, Lula Mae Jones, Bronx, N.Y.; father, John L. (Glendora) Robinson, III, Jersey City, N.J.; stepbrother, John L. Robinson IV, Jersey City, N.J.; grandmother, Irma Robinson, Jersey City, N.J.; uncle, Freddie Jones, Augusta, Keith Robinson, Sucanna, N.J.; aunts, Bertha Mae Jones, Florida, Rosemary Jones, Bronx, N.Y., Clara Mae Williams, Adriene Bryant, Jeanette Booker, Geraldine Clark, Jersey City, N.J., Floria Jones, Hephzibah; great-uncle, Sammie (Winnie) Robinson, Barnwell, S.C.; sister-in-law, Diane (Randy) Holland, Brooklyn, N.Y.; and a host of other relatives. Williams Funeral Home, 2945 Old Tobacco Rd., Hephzibah, Ga. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Sue F. Hurst (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. - Funeral services for Mrs. Sue F. Hurst will be held today at 11:00 a.m. at First Assembly of God with Rev. Baxter Stanley, Dr. John Moore, and Rev. Alan Faulkner officiating. Interment will be at Pineview Memorial Park. Rowland Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Beulah M. Evans (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mrs. Beulah Mae Evans of Griffis Court entered into rest Thursday, June 15, 2006 at her residence. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, June 22, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at Beulah Grove Baptist Church with Rev. Dr. Sam Davis officiating. Burial will be at Mt. Olive Memorial Garden. Mrs. Evans, a native of Augusta, was a graduate of Lucy Laney High School. She was a former employee of University Hospital and was a member of Beulah Grove Baptist Church. Survivors are her husband, Charles Evans, Sr.; four sons, Charles Jenkins, Norris Lee Jenkins, Sam Jones and Melvin (Camilla) Carter, Augusta; two stepdaughters, Jacqueline Williams, Augusta and Sonya Johnson, Dublin, Ga.; three stepsons, Victor M. Evans, Charles Hill, Augusta and Charles Evans, Jr., Baltimore, MD; two sisters, Jerelene (Kenneth) McPherson, Earnestine (Nesbett) Mobley, Augusta; three brothers, Major (Gail) Cummings, McDonough, Ga., William Jennings, Tacoma, Wash., Henry Cummings, Jr., Augusta; sister-in-law, Lillie Bland, Augusta; brothers-in-law, Willie (Mary) Holston, Augusta, Willie (Linda) Smith, Brooklyn, N.Y., Robert (Maggie) Shanks, Hephzibah, Peter (Jerelene) Shanks, Harlem and a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews and other relatives. Williams Funeral Home, 2945 Old Tobacco Road, Hephzibah, Ga.
Grace L. Delaney (BELVEDERE, S.C.)
BELVEDERE, S.C.-Funeral Arrangements for Miss Grace L. Delaney, 89, of Belvedere, SC, who died June 19, 2006 will be announced. Stephen D. Posey Funeral Home in charge of arrangements (803-278-1181). Visit the registry online at www.poseyfuneralhome.com .
Nellie Cooper (AIKEN, S.C.)
AIKEN, S.C. - Entered into rest on Saturday, June 17, 2006, Mrs. Nellie Swearingen Cooper, wife of the late Mr. Amos Talmadge Cooper. She was a former resident of St. John Towers, Augusta, GA. Surviving is a daughter, Janice Visser (Rev. Frank Visser), Brunswick, GA and a sister, Hazel Johnston, Clearwater, SC; five grandchildren, Donna Renee Harvey (Rev. Ronald), Highlands, CA, Cindy Jeffers (Gene), North Augusta, SC, LTC. Phillip Visser (Sherri), Ft. Leavenworth, Kansas, Susie Berumen (Kenneth), Littleton, CO and Ben Visser, Blairsville, GA; thirteen great grandchildren, Christopher Harvey (Arelis), Amanda Moreland (Cameron), Cory and Shannon Rutland, Ashley, Brittney, Matthew, Caleb, Joshua and Alleigh Visser and Rebecca, Brenda, and Beverly Berumen; and one great-great grandson, Ayden Moreland.. Mrs. Cooper was born in Aiken County, SC to the late Odell and Lottie Wingard Swearingen. She retired from Swainsboro Printing and Finishing Co. Mrs. Cooper was a member of Midland Valley First Church of the Nazarene. She served as a Sunday School Teacher and Missionary Society President for many years in Swainsboro, GA. Funeral services will be Saturday, June 24, 2006 at 2 o'clock p.m. at Midland Valley First Church of the Nazarene. Pallbearers will be T. Wayne Johnson, David Goodwin, Marvin Tanner, Wayne Cheselka, John Rutherford, Tim Wilson, Glibert Means and Bill Brummer. Honorary pallbearers will be members of the Copen Sunday School Class. Friends may call on Thursday and Friday evening from 6 until 9 at Hatcher Funeral Home, U.S. Hwy. No. 1, Langley, SC.
Kate Ellen Josey (BELVEDERE, S.C.)
BELVEDERE, S.C. - Entered into rest Monday, June 19, 2006, Mrs. Kate Ellen Josey, 91, of Belvedere, SC, widow of the late Charlie Josey. Born in Washington County, GA, she was a daughter of the late Thomas and Levada Brantley Johnson. Mrs. Josey was a member of Pine Grove Baptist Church and prior to her health declining she enjoyed fishing. She is survived by daughters, Martha Jeannelle Owens, Belvedere, SC, Jeannette Ott and her husband, Jack, Belvedere, SC, Fay Daniel and her husband, Bill, North Augusta, SC, and Kay Anderson and her husband, Larry, Graniteville, SC; a son, Gerald Josey, North Augusta, SC; nine grandchildren and seventeen great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Wednesday June 21, 2006 at 3:00 PM at Pine Grove Baptist Church, Bath, SC, with Pastor Louis Swanson officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Pallbearers will be Tom Hall, David Anderson, Blanding Spradley, Tim Prater, Rod Hall, and Christopher Hall. Mrs. Josey will be placed in the church at 2:00 Wednesday afternoon. The family has asked that if so desired memorials be made to Pine Grove Baptist Church, c/o the cemetery fund, 1050 Pine Grove Rd., Beech Island, SC 29842. Friends may call at the residence, 505 Lucy Ave., Belvedere, SC or tonight from 7 until 9 PM at Hatcher Funeral Home & Cremation Service, U.S. Hwy. No. 1, Langley, SC. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Joseph Merriweather (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. Joseph Merriweather, Sr., of Milledgeville Rd., formerly of McCauley St., entered into rest Tuesday, June 20, 2006 at University Hospital. Funeral arrangements will be announced later. Survivors are three daughters, Julia McCullers, Ft. Lauderdale, Fla.; Harriett M. Brown, Ruby Garnett, Augusta; two sons, Joseph (Delores) Merriweather, Jr., Augusta, Johnny (Barbara) Merriweather, Colonial Heights, Va.; one brother, Bernard (Annie) Merriweather, Atlanta; two sisters, Reba Booker, Estelle Lemom, Augusta; 10 grandchildren, six great-grandchildren and other relatives and friends. Friends may call at the residence of his daughter-in-law, Delores Merriweather, 517 Ponte Vedra Ct. Williams Funeral Home, 1765 Martin Luther King, Jr., Blvd.
Allen R. Connors (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Funeral services for Mr. Allen R. Connors will be held today at 3:00 PM at Hatcher Funeral Home & Cremation Services, US Hwy, No. 1, Langley, SC. Interment will follow in Vaucluse Cemetery, Vaucluse, SC.
Eloise Collier (SWAINSBORO, Ga.)
SWAINSBORO, Ga. - Mrs. Eloise Collier, 65, of Swainsboro, died Friday, June 16, 2006 at the Heritage Health Care Center following an extended illness. Funeral service will be held Thursday, June 22, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. at the St. James Baptist Church. Burial will following in Swainsboro City Cemetery. Mosley's Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Willie Brooks White (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. Willie Brooks White of Cumming Road entered into rest Wednesday, June 14, 2006 at Augusta Hills Nursing Home. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, June 20, 2006 at 12 noon at Williams Funeral Home Chapelwith Rev. Heyward Dock officiating. Burial will be at Walker Memorial Park. Family and friends will assemble at Williams Funeral Home at 11:45 a.m. Williams Funeral Home, 1765 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.
Wilhelmena Cherry (AIKEN, S.C.)
AIKEN, S.C.- Mrs. Sara Wilhelmena Walton Cherry entered into eternal rest Friday, June 16, 2006. Affectionately known by her family and friends as Wilhelmena, she was the first born child on December 16, 1914 to William and Julia Walton of Augusta, Ga. She graduated from the Haines Institute in 1932 and earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemistry from Talladega (AL) College in 1936. Later she earned a Master of Science degree in Elementary Education from South Carolina State College, Orangeburg, S.C. Wilhelmena married Council C. Cherry, January 20, 1937. To this union was born Marilyn Ann. Mrs. Cherry served 35 years as a junior high and elementary school educator. She was a member and deaconess of Friendship Baptist Church, Aiken, S.C.; president of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., Alpha Zeta Chapter, Talladega College; a member of the Delvers Bridge Club of Aiken; and a member of the Order of Eastern Star, Effingham Lodge, No. 98, Aiken. Mrs.Cherry was preceded in death by her parents, husband, brother, Julian William Walton, Sr. and a sister, Ruth Walton Jones Ellis. She is survived by her devoted daughter, Dr. Marilyn Cherry (Charles) Davis, Atlanta; her loving granddaughter, Cheryl Maria Davis (Damon), Nashville, Tenn.; and her two great-granddaughters, Italia Camille Snyder and Savannah-Rae Snyder; a very special friend, Mr. T.A. Hammond, Aiken; and a host of other loving family and friends. Viewing, Wednesday, June 21 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. and Omega Omega Service, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., 7:00 p.m. at Jackson Brooks Funeral Home, 126 Fairfield St., NE Aiken, SC 29801. (803) 649-6123. The remains will lie in state at the church on Thursday, June 22 from 12 noon until 2 p.m. Homegoing celebration will be held Thursday, June 22, at 2:00 p.m. at Friendship Baptist Church, 515 Richland Ave., E. Aiken, S.C., 29801. (803) 648-9290. In lieu of flowers, memorials should be made in the form of contributions payable to the Sara Wilhelmena Walton Cherry Memorial Scholarship, Talladega College, c/o Cherry-Davis Family, 4140 Welcome All Terrace, College Park, Ga., 30349. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Willie Mae Lawrence ( AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mrs. Willie Mae Shores Lawrence, age 76, beloved wife of Mr. Bobby Lawrence, entered into rest Saturday, June 17, 2006, at her residence. Mrs. Lawrence was born in Edgefield, SC to the late Marvin B. Shores and Mary Willie Brewer Shores. She was a lifelong resident of the Augusta area and her faith was Church of God. Funeral services will be Wednesday, June 21, 2006 from the Chapel of Elliott Sons Funeral Home, 2524 Lumpkin Road with Reverend Leonard Chavis officiating. Interment services will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Park. Additional family members include two sons, Clyde F. Carlyn Sr. and Steve R. Lawrence, both of Augusta; two daughters, Phyllis Alewine and her husband David, of Alexandria, VA and Candy D. Turner and her husband Hans of Augusta; eight grandchildren, ten great grandchildren; four brothers, J.B. Shores of NC, Russell Shores of Hazlehurst, GA, Joe Shores of NC, Sammy Shores of Alma, GA; three sisters, Florence Gibson of Martinez, Christine Wise of Beech Island, SC, Sarah Scott of Aiken, SC. Mrs. Lawrence was preceded in death by a brother, Clyde Shores. The family will receive friends Tuesday, June 20, 2006 from 7:00 until 9:00 p.m. at the funeral home.
Lillie Hillary (MARTINEZ, Ga.)
MARTINEZ, Ga. - Mrs. Lillie Thurmond Hillary, 57, of Clinton Way entered into rest June 19, 2006 at Doctor's Hospital. Funeral arrangements will be announced later. Mrs. Hillary, a native of Edgefield County was a 1967 graduate of W.E. Parker High School. She was a member of Whole Life Ministries. Survivors include her husband, Joshua Hillary; a son, Jerome Martin; six sisters, Emma (Willie) Blocker, Roberta Edwards, Earnestine (Ralph) Garrett, Patricia Cooks, Diane Adams and Sally (Obadiah) Cooks; three brothers, Alonzo Cooks, Melvin (Joyce) Cooks and Calvin (Sallie) Cooks; sisters-in-law, Martha Lee, Mattie Hillary, Rebecca Hillary and Justine Hillary; brothers-in-law, Robert (Clara) Hillary, Joseph (Carrie) Hillary, Alex (Shirley) Hillary, Peter (Margie) Hillary, Rufus Hillary, Jr., Issac (LeVern) Hillary, Ira (Cassandre) Hillary and Nelson (Roxanne) Broadwater; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Friends may call at the residence of Justine Hillary, 51, Casalina Drive, North Augusta. G.L. Brightharp & Sons Mortuary, 614 West Avenue, North Augusta, S.C.
Pauline Benniefield (LOUISVILLE, Ga.)
LOUISVILLE, Ga. - The funeral service for Mrs. Pauline Benniefield will be 4:00 p.m. Wednesday at Bark Camp Baptist Church with Rev. Chavas Boyd officiating. Interment will be in Third Chapel Cemetery. A loving family will forever cherish her memories. Phinazee & Son Funeral Home (706) 554-5500.
Freddie Jackson (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. - Freddie Jackson, Sr. died Saturday, June 17, 2006 at the Anna Maria Nursing Home. Arrangements are incomplete. Survivors include, a son, Pastor Freddie (Rosa) Jackson, Jr., North Augusta, SC; two daughters, Bertha Shivers and Christine J. (Donnie) Hyman, both of Brooklyn, NY; three sisters, Dorothy Sinkler, Mildred Etheriedge and Greta Lawrence, all of Queens, NY; ten grandchildren and twenty great-grandchildren. Amos & Sons Funeral Home.
Randolph Burris Jones (BAMBERG, S.C.)
BAMBERG, S.C.- Entered into eternal rest on the evening of June 14, 2006 at the Augusta Veterans Administration Hospital, Mr. Randolph (Dick/Randy) Burris Jones husband of Gloria Anne Jones. Mr. Jones a native of Johns Island, SC has lived in Bamberg for the past 16 years and was a self-employed Nuclear Engineer. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Johns Island, a volunteer for Johns Island Rescue and Fire Department and a U.S. Navy Veteran. Additional survivors include a son, Richard C. Hicks, Charleston, SC; a brother, Thomas P. Jones, Huger, SC and a sister, Joanne T. Christopher, Charleston, SC; four grand-daughters, Elizabeth & Sara Stillwell, Bamberg, SC, Jade Arsen, Megan Lea Hicks, Charleston, SC, three grandsons, Randolph L. Stillwell and Richard M. Hicks, Charleston, SC, and Joshua Brooks, Bamberg, SC; two great grand-children, Fiona Nicole Stillwell, Bamberg, SC and Randolph Anthony Stillwell, Charleston, SC. Memorial Services will be held Sunday June 25, 2006 at Trinity United Methodist Church Bamberg, SC at 4:00 PM. Dr. Webb Belangia officiating. Southern Funeral Service, 109 Shaw St., Martinez, Ga., (706) 364-9122. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Freddie Jackson (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. - Funeral services for Freddie Jackson, Sr. will be held 2:00 p.m. Thursday, June 22, 2006 at the Rosa Spring Baptist Church. with the Rev. Winston Oliphant, officiating, the Eulogist will be Bishop Hezekiah Wroten. Burial will be in the Rosa Spring Society Cemetery. The funeral cortege will leave Pastor Freddie Jackson Jr.'s residence at 1p.m. Amos & Sons Funeral Home, Johnston, SC.
Albert E. Symonds ()
Aiken - Mr. Albert E. Symonds, Jr., of Vivion Drive, Aiken, died Sunday, June 18, 2006 at St. Joseph Hospital in Augusta, GA. Memorial services will be held at 11:00 AM Thursday at St. Thaddeus Episcopal Church. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Please visit Mr. Symonds' online memorial at http://shellhousefuneralhome.com. Shellhouse Funeral Home, Inc., 924 Hayne Ave., Aiken, SC
Mildred G. Bell (MARTINEZ, Ga.)
MARTINEZ, Ga. - Funeral services will be at the graveside in Westover Memorial Park at 2:00 p.m., today, June 21, 2006. Family and friends will meet at the cemetery. Thomas L. King Funeral Home, 124 Davis Rd., Martinez, Ga.
James Davis (GREENWOOD, S.C.)
GREENWOOD, S.C. - James Miller Davis, 49, resident of 881 N. Belair Road, Evans, Ga., died at the home of his father, 206 E. Sproles Ave. on Sunday, June 18, 2006. Born September 22, 1956 in Greenwood, he was a son of William M. Davis, Sr. and the late June Hughes Davis. He was a graduate of Piedmont Technical College and was an automobile sales associate. Mr. Davis was a member of Wesley United Methodist Church in Evans. Surviving in addition to his father of Greenwood are two daughters, Jennifer Stafford and Laura Davis, both of Mooresville, NC; two sons, William Davis and Zack Davis, both of Evans, GA; two brothers, William M. Davis, Jr. of Aurora, CO and Phillip M. Davis of Hampstead, NC; and one grandson, Tyler Davis of Mooresville, NC. A private memorial service will be conducted on Tuesday at Blyth Funeral Home with Rev. George Thomas officiating. Interment will be in Greenwood Memorial Gardens at a later date. The family is at the home of his father,206 East Sproles Ave. Memorials may be made to the charity of one's choice. To make online condolences or for further information please visit www.blythfuneralhome.com .
Veradine Donnelly ( SYLVANIA, Ga. and PALATKA, Fla.)
SYLVANIA, Ga. and PALATKA, Fla. - Veradine Donnelly, age 86, died Sunday, June 18, 2006 at her residence in Sylvania. Graveside Services at 3:00 PM on Thursday, June 22, 2006, at Palatka Memorial Gardens in Paltatka, Fla. Interment will follow. Thompson-Strickland-Waters Funeral Home in charge of all local arrangements. 912-564-2331.
Alma Garvin (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest on Saturday, June 18, 2006 in the University Hospital, Mrs. Alma Marie 'Tanky' Garvin of R.A. Dent Blvd. She is survived by one son, Mr. Percell (Rubye) Garvin; one daughter, Mrs. Yvonne S. Cail; a special cousin, Mrs. Ella Louise Prince, all of Augusta; two grandchildren, Pierre C. (Donna) Cail and Tammy Cail McRae; four great-grandchildren, Niki Cail, Misty McRae, Matthew McRae and Ryan Cail; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives and friends. She was a member of Macedonia Baptist Church, Martinez, Ga., of which Rev. George Smith is pastor. Funeral details will be announced by Dent's Funeral Home. The Historic Dent's Undertaking Establishment serving the CSRA since the 1880's.
Johnnie Mae Williams (MIDVILLE, Ga.)
MIDVILLE, Ga. - Mrs. Johnnie Mae Williams, 59, of Midville died Sunday, June 17, 2006 at the Medical College of Georgia. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, June 21, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. at the St. James Baptist Church with the Rev. Bennie Brinson officiating. Internment in Green Cemetery. Mosley's Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Swaing Williams (SWAINSBORO, Ga.)
SWAINSBORO, Ga. - Mr. Swaing Williams, 59, of Swainsboro, died Friday, June 16, 2006 at the Emanuel Medical Center following an extended illness. Funeral services will be held Friday, June 23, 2006 at 1 p.m. at the Greater St. James Baptist Church. Interment in Swainsboro City Cemetery. Mosley's Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Sallie Naomi Wilson (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mrs. Wilson went to be with the Lord on June 18, 2006 while in St. Joseph Hospital, Mrs. Sallie Naomi Wilson, 83, beloved wife of Paul E. Wilson of Augusta. Mrs. Wilson was born in Beech Bluff, Tenn. and had lived in Augusta since 1969. She was a member of Luray Baptist Church in Luray, TN. Additional survivors include her daughters, Paulette Wilson and Annice W. Meeler and her husband, Zack of Martinez, GA; her sons, Bobby L. Wilson and his wife, Sherrel of Martinez and Bruce A. Wilson of Augusta; grandchildren, Melissa Daniel, Kimberly Wilson, Chad Wilson, Shannon Jenkins, Leslie Hayes and Dana Meeler; seven great-grandchildren; brother, Harold E. Wilkins, Huron, TN and a sister, Selith M. Pinson of Jackson, TN. Mrs. Wilson was preceded in death by her son Kenneth Edward Wilson. Graveside services will be held today, Wednesday, June 21, 2006, 10:00 AM, in Hillcrest Memorial Park with Rev. Marion Jay officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to: The Breast Cancer Research Foundation, 60 East 56th St., 8th Floor, New York, NY 10022 or to St. Joseph Hospice, 2260 Wrightsboro Rd. Augusta, GA 30904. Thomas Poteet & Son Funeral Directors, 214 Davis Rd. Augusta, GA 30907 (706)364-8484. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Eugenia R. Dinkins (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest Saturday, June 17, 2006 at Doctors Hospital, Mrs. Eugenia Rodgers Dinkins, 86, wife of 49 years to the late Ernest Dinkins. Mrs. Dinkins was a native and life long resident of Augusta and North Augusta. She retired in 1983 as a Veteran Benefits Counselor after 23 years for the Georgia Department of Veterans Services. She was an active member of Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church. Mrs. Dinkins worked with the Council of Catholic Women on the parish, deanery and diocesan levels. She also worked with parochial school activities at Sacred Heart and Aquinas. Mrs. Dinkins was Editor of the Women's Page of the Southern Cross newspaper for the Dioceses of Savannah and served several years on C.Y.O. Advisory Committee. She was the first Catholic woman to be a member of the Executive Board of the Augusta Council of Church Women United. She served as tour guide for 10 years at Sacred Heart Cultural Center. For the past 10 years, Mrs. Dinkins was a member of St. Joseph Hospital Lady's Auxiliary. Family members include her sons and daughter-in-law, Ernest R. and Ann Dinkins of Augusta, Joseph W. Dinkins of Hurst, TX; daughter and son-in-law, Kathleen D. and Paul Ianuario, Sr. of Duncan, SC; grandchildren, Janet Vaughan, Donna Zapata, Rod Dinkins, Rev. David Dinkins, Maj. Joseph Dinkins, Lori Dinkins, Paul Ianuario, Jr., Christopher Ianuario, Robert Ianuario and seven great-grandchildren. The Funeral Mass will be Wednesday, June 21, 2006 at 11:00 A.M. at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church with Fr. Sandy McDonald celebrant. Casketbearers will be Rod Dinkins, Paul Ianuario, Jr., Christopher Ianuario, Rev. David Dinkins, Maj. Joseph Dinkins and Christopher Waters. Interment will follow in Magnolia Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, 854 Old Edgefield Rd., North Augusta, SC 29841 or Birthright of Augusta, 2260 Wrightsboro Rd., Augusta, GA 30904 The family will receive friends Tuesday, June 20, 2006 from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. at Thomas Poteet & Son Funeral Directors, 214 Davis Rd., Augusta, GA 30907 (706) 364-8484. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Mary Katherine Aubrey (AIKEN, S.C.)
Sallie Naomi Wilson (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Dennis Allen Hughes (THOMSON, Ga.)
Eugenia R. Dinkins (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Kate Ellen Josey (BELVEDERE, S.C.)
Grace L. Delaney (BELVEDERE, S.C.)
Sallie Naomi Wilson (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Kate Ellen Josey (BELVEDERE, S.C.)
Sue F. Hurst (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Willie Brooks White (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mildred G. Bell (MARTINEZ, Ga.)
Swaing Williams (SWAINSBORO, Ga.)
George L. Miller (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Joseph Merriweather (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Allen R. Connors (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Beulah M. Evans (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Eloise Collier (SWAINSBORO, Ga.)
Randolph Burris Jones (BAMBERG, S.C.)
Kelsey John Jones (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Alma Marie Garvin (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mildred Geraldine Bell (MARTINEZ, Ga.)
Gloria F. Harley (AIKEN, S.C.)
Lillie Hillary (MARTINEZ, Ga.)
Freddie Jackson (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Barbara A. Armstrong (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
James Arthur Bryant (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Pauline Benniefield (LOUISVILLE, Ga.)
Barbara A. Armstrong (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Veradine Donnelly ( SYLVANIA, Ga. and PALATKA, Fla.)
Stewart C. Lilly (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Wilhelmena Cherry (AIKEN, S.C.)
Grace L. Delaney (BELVEDERE, S.C.)
Johnnie Mae Williams (MIDVILLE, Ga.)
Cup host Germany wins 3rd in a row
Event's ratings positive
NEW YORK - The United States' 1-1 tie with Italy on Saturday was the highest-rated, first-round World Cup game on ABC since 1994.
Donovan, U.S. team regain confidence
HAMBURG, Germany - Landon Donovan kept getting advice, not goals.
Cup host Germany wins 3rd in a row
BERLIN - Germany, backed by its enthusiastic home crowds, has accomplished its first goal and sure looks ready to challenge for the World Cup.
Overtime
Scott Brown, of North Augusta, and Kevin Kisner, of Aiken, each shot 64 on Monday at Brown Acres Golf Course in Chattanooga, Tenn., to qualify for this week's Nationwide Tour event.
Donovan, U.S. team regain confidence
HAMBURG, Germany - Landon Donovan kept getting advice, not goals.
Red Fury rally for win
STUTTGART, Germany - The substitutes saved the day for Spain, carrying it into the next round of the World Cup.
Overtime
In Suwanee, Ga., Martinez's Taylor Ramsey is two shots off the lead after the first round of the Georgia Girls Championship on Monday at Laurel Springs golf Club.
Roethlisberger cited for crash
PITTSBURGH - Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger did not have a valid motorcycle license when he crashed into a woman's car last week, and the driver, who will be cited for failing to yield, has received threatening phone calls.
Mickelson has silver lining on dark cloud
Will My Network TV really become your network?
NEW YORK - Anyone who grumbles that there's nothing new in television hasn't heard about My Network TV.
Lauren Conrad stays cool in 'The Hills'
LOS ANGELES - There were no cameras following Lauren Conrad as she entered the West Hollywood cafe.
Lauren Conrad stays cool in 'The Hills'
Will My Network TV really become your network?
PhysX chip makes video games more realistic
Magic ends for Bulldogs
OMAHA, Neb. - The two-hopper off Gordon Beckham's bat helped Darwin Barney show that Oregon State was the fittest for survival Monday.
Hephzibah golfer makes Links field on trip with wife
Since Paul Atchison was already accompanying his wife, Teresa, to Alpharetta, Ga., to visit her sister, he thought he'd try to qualify for the U.S. Public Links Championship while he was there.
School athletes use summer break to enhance their skills
Summertime is filled with opportunities.
Teens don't always like what they see in the mirror
Teens don't always like what they see in the mirror
By summer, the heavy layers of clothing have come off but the concern about body shape, size or weight still blankets many teens.
Extreme activities are few and far between for teens
After 180 days of waking up early, hours of classes, tons of homework, a few detentions and endless high school drama, we would all run out and hop onto the first train of adventure that comes our way, you would think.
Quick hits
MY THOUGHTS: Dan Brown's book is brought to the screen by director Ron Howard in this thought-provoking story of two murder suspects searching for clues to a secret. Many people are willing to die to protect this secret, and thousands supposedly have.
Question of the week
What's the best way to survive the family road trip?
Resources can help boy with college plan
School athletes use summer break to enhance their skills
Xtreme calendar
NEW MUSIC: Nelly Furtado releases a mix of dance and pop tracks with Loose, while Keane returns with its latest, Under the Iron Sea.
Extreme activities are few and far between for teens
Spotted
Brittney Byrd (from left), Melody Kesler and Sarah Shaw, of Harlem High School, were at Augusta-Richmond County Civic Center for their graduation ceremony May 20.
Resources can help boy with college plan
THIS WEEK'S PROBLEM: I have a friend who is really trying to get his life straight because he will be going off to college soon (he'll be a senior next year). He wants so bad to do what's right.
Dental screenings are planned for elementary pupils
University of South Carolina Aiken graduates
Dental screenings are planned for elementary pupils
Camps give kids a taste of life in Colonial times
Creative Goddesses make faces at each other
Best Friend Express has new routes, higher fares
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