Applause
Applause cover for June 22, 2006.
Mets, Reds split series
NEW YORK - David Wright hit a pair of two-run homers and Pedro Martinez won for only the second time since April 28 as the New York Mets beat the Cincinnati Reds, 6-2 on Thursday.
Johnson had a big league life
William Russell "Billy" Johnson, a former major league Rookie of the Year who went on to earn four World Series rings with the New York Yankees, died Tuesday.
Cox helps Heels reach finals
OMAHA, Neb. - Jay Cox homered twice and made a great catch in the ninth inning to help North Carolina move to the College World Series championship round with a 6-5 victory over Cal State Fullerton on Wednesday night.
BALCO owner might be leak in case
SAN FRANCISCO - E-mails seized by federal authorities identify the convicted founder of the Bay Area Laboratory Co-Operative as a source in the San Francisco Chronicle's reporting on the steroids scandal, according to an online court filing that accidentally revealed confidential information.
Phillies find no comfort, wins at home
PHILADELPHIA - Perhaps the boos from the home crowd are more vicious. Maybe the "E-A-G-L-E-S" chants that echo through the stands are a distraction. Or, it could be just an odd coincidence.
Mets, Reds split series
NEW YORK - David Wright hit a pair of two-run homers and Pedro Martinez won for only the second time since April 28 as the New York Mets beat the Cincinnati Reds, 6-2 on Thursday.
Wood's outlook is bleak
CLEVELAND - Kerry Wood's comeback has hit a snag. Maybe even a season-ending one for the Chicago Cubs right-hander.
Phillies find no comfort, wins at home
PHILADELPHIA - Perhaps the boos from the home crowd are more vicious. Maybe the "E-A-G-L-E-S" chants that echo through the stands are a distraction. Or, it could be just an odd coincidence.
Mets SS hits for the cycle
NEW YORK - Brandon Phillips hit a two-out, two-run single off Mets closer Billy Wagner in the ninth inning to help the Cincinnati Reds overcome Jose Reyes' cycle in a 6-5 victory over New York on Wednesday night.
Wood's outlook is bleak
CLEVELAND - Kerry Wood's comeback has hit a snag. Maybe even a season-ending one for the Chicago Cubs right-hander.
Baseball Today
Minnesota at Houston (8:05 p.m. EDT). Roger Clemens makes his first start of the season since agreeing to a $22 million contract to pitch for the Astros for the rest of 2006.
Baseball Today
Jose Reyes, Mets, hit for the cycle in New York's 6-5 loss to Cincinnati.
BALCO owner might be leak in case
SAN FRANCISCO - E-mails seized by federal authorities identify the convicted founder of the Bay Area Laboratory Co-Operative as a source in the San Francisco Chronicle's reporting on the steroids scandal, according to an online court filing that accidentally revealed confidential information.
Beavers extend series
OMAHA, Neb. - Oregon State coach Pat Casey was running out of pitchers, so he turned to a guy who hadn't started since April.
Cox alters routine
ATLANTA - With little working for a team mired in a nine-game losing streak, Braves manager Bobby Cox made a few changes for Thursday's homestand finale against the Toronto Blue Jays.
Fan-favorite Murphy led budding team
Backbone of success
Seven Cy Young awards. Twenty-four All-Star selections. Seven hundred ninety-one wins and counting. Thirty-eight postseason victories and counting. One thousand, nine hundred twenty-five games and counting.
Disastrous inning costs Atlanta win
Braves Trivia
Trivia questions
Cox alters routine
ATLANTA - With little working for a team mired in a nine-game losing streak, Braves manager Bobby Cox made a few changes for Thursday's homestand finale against the Toronto Blue Jays.
New day dawning
After two decades in Atlanta, the Braves had become a joke.
Backbone of success
Seven Cy Young awards. Twenty-four All-Star selections. Seven hundred ninety-one wins and counting. Thirty-eight postseason victories and counting. One thousand, nine hundred twenty-five games and counting.
Fan-favorite Murphy led budding team
Former NBA star Charles Barkley once proclaimed he was not a role model. What athlete is these days?
Braves Trivia
Trivia questions
Disastrous inning costs Atlanta win
ATLANTA - Braves pitcher Tim Hudson rarely walks the bases loaded or lets an opponent bat around.
Up and Coming
Somewhere between going from Atlanta's team to what some dubbed to be "America's team."
Up and Coming
Somewhere between going from Atlanta's team to what some dubbed to be "America's team."
Atlanta Fed president will retire
Centers combine lifestyle efforts
Plans for a lifestyle center at the intersection of Furys Ferry Road and River Watch Parkway are kaput.
Macy's Furniture to close
Goodbye, Macy's furniture store. Hello, lifestyle center.
Aiken economy booming as retailers set up shop
Aiken economy booming as retailers set up shop
The city of Aiken can't get enough of places to shop and dine.
Atlanta Fed president will retire
ATLANTA - The president and chief executive officer of the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta, Jack Guynn, is retiring Oct. 1 after 42 years of service, the bank said Thursday.
Storms wreak insurer havoc
The letter begins: "We're writing to you with what we know is unfortunate news about your Allstate Insurance."
Centers combine lifestyle efforts
Immigration reform fizzling out
The Republican-controlled House is trying to let President Bush down as gently as possible on his dead-end road-to-amnesty immigration bill.
'Stakeholder in his own criticism'
"If you're waiting for Jack Murtha to tell you good news about Iraq, it's never going to happen. He's a stakeholder in his own criticism. He wants to withdraw from Iraq tomorrow. John Kerry served his country nobly and well. I like John. But his idea of withdrawing by the end of the year got six votes. It's criticism without a purpose."
Will Europe walk the walk?
President Bush is getting strong support - at least rhetorically - from European leaders for his hard-line stance against Iran and North Korea's nuclear saber-rattling.
'Stakeholder in his own criticism'
The window opens next week
If you don't like the direction of Richmond County public schools, now is the time to act.
An ill-gotten garden
Can a mob simply "annex" property belonging to you?
Immigration reform fizzling out
Mally's Bagels & Grits
ON THE MENU: French toast (made with homemade challah bread), $5.55; two eggs (served with choice of bagel, toast or biscuit and hash browns, breakfast potatoes or grits), $4.65; New Yorker (thin slices of roast beef with grilled onions, mushrooms and melted provolone on a fresh french roll, served with au jus; served with choice of bread with a pickle and coleslaw, potato salad, fries or chips), $7.50; chef salad (garden salad topped with ham, turkey, boiled egg, cheddar cheese and choice of dressing; served with choice of bread or bagel), $6.75
Club calendar
Send your club's entertainment information to karen.roberson@augustachronicle.com, fax it to (706) 722-7403 or call (706) 823-3708. Listings must be received by 6 p.m. Mondays.
Spotted
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People in the News
NEW YORK - Though she famously sang about wanting "No More Drama" in her own life, Mary J. Blige is about to be transplanted into a world of crime, scheming, back-stabbing and scandal. She's taping an appearance on ABC's "One Life to Live."
Galleries calendar
GET LISTED: Send exhibit schedules and other information to Steven Uhles, The Augusta Chronicle, P.O. Box 1928, Augusta, GA 30903-1928. Send by fax to (706) 722-7403. Send e-mail to steven.uhles@augustachronicle.com. Include a contact name and phone number.
Stuff to do
Nashville, Tenn., star Tracy Byrd flies into Augusta on Friday for a show at Coyotes, 2512 Peach Orchard Road. Mr. Byrd is best know for sing-along party anthems such as The First Step and Watermelon Crawl. Tickets are $25 general admission and $75 VIP admission, which includes dinner with Mr. Byrd and a meet-and-greet. For more information, call (706) 560-9245.
Applause calendar
Send your event schedule, pricing and other information to Steven Uhles, The Augusta Chronicle, P.O. Box 1928, Augusta, GA 30903-1928. Send by fax to (706) 722- 7403. Send e-mail to steven.uhles@ augustachronicle.com. Please include a contact name and phone number.
Concert calendar
KEM: 8:30 p.m. Friday, July 7; Bell Auditorium; $34.50, $39.50; (706) 722-3521
Mortgage rates climb on Fed rate worries
WASHINGTON - Mortgage rates rose this week with 30-year mortgages climbing to the highest level in more than four years on investor fears about inflation.
Mortgage rates climb on Fed rate worries
Go fish!
Martin Manning (from left) caught a 30-pound cobia, Hampton Manning landed a dolphin and Patrick Mosley came away with an amberjack during a successful fishing day in Fripp Island, S.C.
Alternative method might help reel in hybrids, stripers
There is an alternative to fishing with the umbrella rig mentioned in last week's report and, if it hangs up on submerged trees, it can sometimes be retrieved with a minimum of trouble.
Go fish!
Martin Manning (from left) caught a 30-pound cobia, Hampton Manning landed a dolphin and Patrick Mosley came away with an amberjack during a successful fishing day in Fripp Island, S.C.
Fishing Tournament
Sponsoring a bass, crappie, catfish or other fishing tournament? Mail or fax your flyer or information to Fishing Editor, The Augusta Chronicle, P.O. Box 1928, Augusta GA 30903-1928. Fax number: (706) 823-3408. Tournament reports must include first and last names of the participants, total numbers of fish and total weight of the catch.
Fishing Tournament
Sponsoring a bass, crappie, catfish or other fishing tournament? Mail or fax your flyer or information to Fishing Editor, The Augusta Chronicle, P.O. Box 1928, Augusta GA 30903-1928. Fax number: (706) 823-3408. Tournament reports must include first and last names of the participants, total numbers of fish and total weight of the catch.
Alternative method might help reel in hybrids, stripers
There is an alternative to fishing with the umbrella rig mentioned in last week's report and, if it hangs up on submerged trees, it can sometimes be retrieved with a minimum of trouble.
Growth regulator can end recurring flea problem
I am having a terrible flea problem in my yard and, unfortunately, in my house. What is the best thing to do to get rid of them? - Jimmy, Evans
Your rhododendrons - to prune or not to prune?
Your last chance to prune your rhododendrons this year comes soon after their blossoms have faded.
Your rhododendrons - to prune or not to prune?
Growth regulator can end recurring flea problem
GreenJackets open second half on road
The Augusta GreenJackets begin the second half of their season today at Greensboro, looking to break what has become a string of second-place finishes in the division.
Curtis' 62 leads in Maryland
POTOMAC, Md. - Ben Curtis is still searching for the elusive victory that proves his 2003 British Open title wasn't a flash in the pan. A career-best round at the Booz Allen Classic might have him on his way.
Late charge lifts teen to win
As Wesley Bryan walked off the 16th green Thursday afternoon after making a birdie, he looked toward his family.
Late charge lifts teen to win
As Wesley Bryan walked off the 16th green Thursday afternoon after making a birdie, he looked toward his family.
Carlisle earns top honor
In the world of surprises, this does not come as one.
Carlisle earns top honor
In the world of surprises, this does not come as one.
Curtis' 62 leads in Maryland
POTOMAC, Md. - Ben Curtis is still searching for the elusive victory that proves his 2003 British Open title wasn't a flash in the pan. A career-best round at the Booz Allen Classic might have him on his way.
GreenJackets open second half on road
Football teams get head start in scrimmages
Football season is still more than two months away, but some area football teams have already hit the gridiron.
Football teams get head start in scrimmages
Football season is still more than two months away, but some area football teams have already hit the gridiron.
Step right up and sponsor 'little man' in 10K race
If you're relatively slow, you should stay toward the right-hand side of the course.
Step right up and sponsor 'little man' in 10K race
If you're relatively slow, you should stay toward the right-hand side of the course.
Civic center needs a fresh approach
Burmeister's actions belie words
Budget-cut proposals don't look so hot
Regarding the "Fixing Augusta's budget" article written by Roy Rearden ("Strategic budgeting and prudent cuts could work," June 18):Cecil E. McCollum Sr., Augusta
Coulter's shrill rants are revolting
Please add my protest to Sharon Smith's regarding Ann Coulter's unforgivably crass remarks in reference to those who lost spouses on 9-11. Only by the grace of God was my own mother spared the fate of being one of those "harpies."Gloria Dossett, Augusta
Coulter's shrill rants are revolting
Burmeister's actions belie words
Sue Burmeister's recent column (" 'I was prepared to tell the truth: I was not involved' in scheme," May 26), with her seeming self-coronation for the Legislator of the Year/Mother of the Year Award, reminded me of that old line: "Just because you say it with conviction doesn't make it so!"Sid Gates, Augusta
Budget-cut proposals don't look so hot
Civic center needs a fresh approach
A cost-effective and creative way to manage entertainment at the Augusta-Richmond County Civic Center would be to hire post facility interns of the Lincoln Center in New York. It is administered by Juilliard for one year, involving intense training with one of the best management teams in the United States.Michael J. Rhoden, North Augusta, S.C.
Stylish new Camry gets even better
Study: San Andreas fault overdue for big quake
Earth's temp may be at 2,000-year high
Hydraulic hybrid trucks promise big fuel savings
Tattoos fingered in superbug infections
Botox helps woman through vocal cord disorder
Grain diversity is gaining in popularity
Living briefs
American Idol judge Randy Jackson is 50.
Hydraulic hybrid trucks promise big fuel savings
WASHINGTON - Recognize that familiar United Parcel Service truck with the trademark brown paint job? Look twice. The government unveiled its model Wednesday, replete with a new hybrid hydraulic system.
Grain diversity is gaining in popularity
ALBANY, N.Y. - Amid the aisles of spaghetti and canned peas, cereals and breads made with mysterious-sounding grains like amaranth and quinoa are sprouting up at major supermarkets.
Earth's temp may be at 2,000-year high
WASHINGTON - It has been 2,000 years and possibly much longer since the Earth has run such a fever.
Stylish new Camry gets even better
The Toyota Camry, the car that's bought new by more Americans than any other, year in and year out, is even better now.
Ford hopes to rev up sales
DEARBORN, Mich. - Ford Motor Co. is counting on its 2007 lineup with new crossovers and all-wheel-drive cars to help slow its declining market share.
Botox helps woman through vocal cord disorder
A metaphorical hand was strangling the words in Trish Wheeler's throat.
Study: San Andreas fault overdue for big quake
LOS ANGELES - New earthquake research confirms the southern end of the San Andreas fault near Los Angeles is overdue for a Big One.
Tattoos fingered in superbug infections
ATLANTA - A worrisome superbug seen in prisoners and athletes is also showing up in people who get illegal tattoos, federal health officials said Thursday.
Hockey team can compete with best
Hockey team can compete with best
The members of the Augusta Junior Lynx weren't sure what to think of the townspeople in Lake Placid, N.Y., but they were loving the celebrity treatment they received at the Can/Am Challenge Cup.
Man charged with soliciting minor
AIKEN - A 44-year-old Georgia man was arrested by Aiken investigators Thursday after he showed up for sex with a "teen girl" he'd started chatting up online a week ago.
Boom in residents prompts planning
Grovetown's population boom has city and education officials scrambling to keep up.
S. Carolina governor visiting troops in Iraq
COLUMBIA - Gov. Mark Sanford was in Iraq on Wednesday, meeting with members of the South Carolina National Guard who are serving near Tikrit.
Soldiers might serve shorter tours in Iraq
FORT STEWART, Ga. - There is a chance the 3rd Infantry Division soldiers now training for a return mission to Iraq might not have to spend an entire year there, Army Secretary Francis Harvey said Wednesday.
Budget avoids millage increase
Signs would warn of canal current
Hiding from the heat
Vaughn Lee, 44, works along Greene Street with the maintenance of the median. Mr. Lee shielded himself from the sun as temperatures rose into the mid-90s Thursday.
County pads budget taxed by fuel costs
Hearing on termination of principal scheduled
News you can use
Activities and entertainment events scheduled for this week include:
News you can use
Hitting the road this weekend? Dashing to the airport for a quick getaway? Here are tips to help keep you safe.
Tribe sent Reed funds to defeat legislation
ATLANTA - An Indian tribe sent former Christian Coalition leader Ralph Reed more than $1.3 million through intermediaries to satisfy his "political concerns," according to a U.S. Senate report released Thursday.
Story of Medicaid woes gets community support
Midge Johnson took a break from making calls Thursday so she could answer them.
Districts that split Athens upheld
Soldiers might serve shorter tours in Iraq
FORT STEWART, Ga. - There is a chance the 3rd Infantry Division soldiers now training for a return mission to Iraq might not have to spend an entire year there, Army Secretary Francis Harvey said Wednesday.
Man convicted of 16 charges in carjackings could get life
The ringleader in a carjacking spree last summer was convicted of all charges Thursday.
Taxi service might expand at airport
The Augusta Aviation Commission came closer Thursday to opening airport cab stands to all city taxi services.
Man charged with soliciting minor
AIKEN - A 44-year-old Georgia man was arrested by Aiken investigators Thursday after he showed up for sex with a "teen girl" he'd started chatting up online a week ago.
Youngest pupils trail test average
Across Georgia
LAWRENCEVILLE - A small biplane slid off the runway at Briscoe Field in Lawrenceville on Thursday with no injuries and no damage to the craft, authorities said.
Panel starts power cycle
ATLANTA - It was a small step Thursday, but the possibility of building new nuclear power in Georgia cleared its first hurdle with state regulators.
Pills, friends keep her alive
Susie Fowler needs a daily pill to fight heart disease.
Augusta youth dies in Tennessee crash
A 10-year-old Augusta boy died Thursday night in a wreck on Interstate 75 near East Ridge, Tenn., Tennessee authorities said today.
Rants and raves
THIS IS A RANT for the Richmond County narcotics division. If you people are so interested in trying to keep drugs off the street, why don't you go to some of the motels on Washington Road? We stayed there over the weekend and couldn't get any sleep because of all the crack dealings and what not going on at all hours of the night, people knocking on the doors and going in and out. It seems real easy to bust these people.
Kid of the Day
McKenzie Diane Yong Chambers, of Augusta, is today's kid of the day.
Georgia Power asks to charge customers more
ATLANTA - Georgia Power customers, already poised to pay more, could see their monthly bills rise higher than expected if the company appeals its new rates.
Drought plan revisions may go into effect
CLARKS HILL, S.C. - A revised plan to conserve water in Thurmond Lake by reducing flows into the Savannah River earlier could be implemented within a month.
Story of Medicaid woes gets community support
Midge Johnson took a break from making calls Thursday so she could answer them.
Drought plan revisions may go into effect
CLARKS HILL, S.C. - A revised plan to conserve water in Thurmond Lake by reducing flows into the Savannah River earlier could be implemented within a month.
News you can use
Hitting the road this weekend? Dashing to the airport for a quick getaway? Here are tips to help keep you safe.
Rants and raves
THIS IS A RANT for the Richmond County narcotics division. If you people are so interested in trying to keep drugs off the street, why don't you go to some of the motels on Washington Road? We stayed there over the weekend and couldn't get any sleep because of all the crack dealings and what not going on at all hours of the night, people knocking on the doors and going in and out. It seems real easy to bust these people.
Research could lead to breakthrough on Parkinson's
Youngest pupils trail test average
Hundreds of Richmond County third-, fifth- and eighth-graders were in school this summer because they didn't pass the required portions of state tests, but they weren't alone in performing poorly.
Kid of the Day
McKenzie Diane Yong Chambers, of Augusta, is today's kid of the day.
County pads budget taxed by fuel costs
Columbia County officials are preparing for a big hit to the wallet in the coming year because of gas costs.
Across South Carolina
COLUMBIA - A North Carolina man has been arrested and charged with six counts of arson after a South Carolina Forestry Commission stakeout at Manchester State Forest.
Payment snag hurts hospitals
Foot-dragging by the federal government means Georgia hospitals will not be getting supplemental Medicaid payments many have been counting on before the end of the fiscal year June 30, hospital officials said.
City says water needs to be met
Vineland resident Calvin DeLoach remembers Augusta's water crisis of 1998, when water tanks were drained dry and the city instituted a total outdoor watering ban.
Budget avoids millage increase
AIKEN - The Aiken County Council passed its 2006-07 budget Wednesday without increasing the county's 70.5 millage and with $200,000 in funding to jump start redevelopment in blighted areas throughout the county.
Study with yeast hints at cure
A groundbreaking study on Parkinson's disease not only uncovered a crucial piece of how the disease starts but also a way to reverse it, researchers announced Thursday.
News you can use
Activities and entertainment events scheduled for this week include:
Pupils' test results analyzed
Richmond County is home to some of the best-performing schools in the state, but it is also home to some of the worst.
Kid of the Day
Taylor Marie Joiner, of Augusta, is today's kid of the day.
Panel starts power cycle
ATLANTA - It was a small step Thursday, but the possibility of building new nuclear power in Georgia cleared its first hurdle with state regulators.
Woman is accused of shoplifting at Target
A woman remained in jail Wednesday night after being accused of shoplifting at a local retail shopping outlet.
Tribe sent Reed funds to defeat legislation
ATLANTA - An Indian tribe sent former Christian Coalition leader Ralph Reed more than $1.3 million through intermediaries to satisfy his "political concerns," according to a U.S. Senate report released Thursday.
48th general says timetable should consider outcome
ATLANTA - The decision of whether or not to withdraw from Iraq should be determined by the kind of country the United States wants to leave behind, the commander of the National Guard's 48th Brigade Combat Team said Thursday.
Across the region
GRAY, GA. - Jones County commissioners have suspended the county's chief elections official, less than a month before the summer's scheduled primary elections.
Across the area
A Burke County man remained in custody late Thursday after police accused him of receiving money for incomplete home-improvement services.
Pills, friends keep her alive
Susie Fowler needs a daily pill to fight heart disease.
Water consumption hits peak early for season
Max Hicks could see the writing on the wall.
Woman is accused of shoplifting at Target
Signs would warn of canal current
Warning signs might be in order near the Augusta Canal headgates after a June 9 incident in which a Savannah River canoeist paddled too close and was pulled through.
Water consumption hits peak early for season
Across the area
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control issued an increased ozone level warning Wednesday for Aiken, Edgefield, McCormick and Barnwell counties.
Study OK'd on spending with minorities, women
Hiding from the heat
Vaughn Lee, 44, works along Greene Street with the maintenance of the median. Mr. Lee shielded himself from the sun as temperatures rose into the mid-90s Thursday.
Rants and raves
A RANT TO THE SLOBS who empty their ashtrays and throw their empty cigarette packs, bottles, cans and fast food junk onto the city streets. I pray that the first hundred years of their eternity will be spent picking up other people's trash.
Drought situation restricts watering
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48th general says timetable should consider outcome
ATLANTA - The decision of whether or not to withdraw from Iraq should be determined by the kind of country the United States wants to leave behind, the commander of the National Guard's 48th Brigade Combat Team said Thursday.
Study OK'd on spending with minorities, women
Augusta commissioners have taken a major step toward setting up a program to ensure that minorities and women get a piece of the local government spending pie.
Across Georgia
LAWRENCEVILLE - A small biplane slid off the runway at Briscoe Field in Lawrenceville on Thursday with no injuries and no damage to the craft, authorities said.
Drought situation restricts watering
ATLANTA - A potential pinch in state water supplies means Georgians won't be able to water their lawns in the heat of the day.
Man convicted of 16 charges in carjackings could get life
The ringleader in a carjacking spree last summer was convicted of all charges Thursday.
Severe Burn
Georgia's scorching summers are no joke.
Georgia Power asks to charge customers more
ATLANTA - Georgia Power customers, already poised to pay more, could see their monthly bills rise higher than expected if the company appeals its new rates.
Yo! Rap the vote
ATLANTA - It's definitely no You Are My Sunshine - the classic tune former Louisiana Gov. Jimmie Davis wrote and sang on the campaign trail in the 1940s.
Department hears pleas for funding
Taxi service might expand at airport
The Augusta Aviation Commission came closer Thursday to opening airport cab stands to all city taxi services.
Study with yeast hints at cure
A groundbreaking study on Parkinson's disease not only uncovered a crucial piece of how the disease starts but also a way to reverse it, researchers announced Thursday.
Across the area
A Burke County man remained in custody late Thursday after police accused him of receiving money for incomplete home-improvement services.
Boom in residents prompts planning
Grovetown's population boom has city and education officials scrambling to keep up.
Districts that split Athens upheld
ATHENS, Ga. - Voters in northeast Georgia's state Senate districts will choose their candidates based on maps redesigned by Republicans earlier this year, a visiting Superior Court judge ruled Tuesday, but the decision is likely to be appealed.
S. Carolina governor visiting troops in Iraq
COLUMBIA - Gov. Mark Sanford was in Iraq on Wednesday, meeting with members of the South Carolina National Guard who are serving near Tikrit.
Hearing on termination of principal scheduled
A termination hearing for Greenbrier Elementary School Principal Jon Pike will begin Monday.
Department hears pleas for funding
As a caregiver at the CSRA Area Agency on Aging, Pat Ramey has seen many local families struggle to provide services for an elderly relative.
Rants and raves
A RANT TO THE SLOBS who empty their ashtrays and throw their empty cigarette packs, bottles, cans and fast food junk onto the city streets. I pray that the first hundred years of their eternity will be spent picking up other people's trash.
City says water needs to be met
Vineland resident Calvin DeLoach remembers Augusta's water crisis of 1998, when water tanks were drained dry and the city instituted a total outdoor watering ban.
Augusta's link to Stanley Cup champs is undeniable
Hey, Augusta! Did you feel the fever? Did you savor our place in Stanley Cup lore? That's right, our Augusta Lynx - who played host to the most famous hardware in sports in December - finally got a piece of hockey's ultimate prize.
'Tell Me' is a fitting end for rock band
'Tell Me' is a fitting end for rock band
It's difficult to find beauty in breaking up. The end of a relationship is often rife with hard feelings, sharp shouts and a bitter taste that never fully goes away.
Man of Steel returns to screens of silver
Faster than a speeding bullet, stronger than a locomotive and able to leap tall buildings in a single bound, Superman has been an important player in pop culture since he donned his distinctive cape and tights.
Mini reviews
Reviews without star ratings are from critics other than Roger Ebert. Listings are subject to change. Call theaters for times. For an online movie guide, see augustachronicle.com/movies.
Movie review: 'Click'
Adam Sandler is stuck between the boys' locker room and the teachers' lounge.
Man of Steel returns to screens of silver
Album is an emotional release for singer
NEW YORK - Christina Milian and Nick Cannon were seen as one of Hollywood's rare, wholesome couples. Then, Ms. Milian maintains, three years into their relationship she found out that the actor/rapper was being unfaithful. Ms. Milian got angry.
Sonic spotlight: Chris Gross
PLAYED WITH: Chris Goss and the Gitchaby Boys (with Bill Goss and Bill Quattlebaum), 2005-present; Zack Attack and the Big Macs (with Zach Pollard and Ben Goss), 2000-present
Album is an emotional release for singer
Gilliland makes a name for himself
NASCAR Newsmaker: Greg Specht
Greg Specht, North America operations manager for Ford Racing Technology, recently shared his views facing NASCAR, from the Car of Tomorrow to Toyota. Here are excerpts of that interview with Ford's public relations team:
Gilliland makes a name for himself
It took a part-time racer with no sponsor making only his seventh career start to break up the stranglehold the Nextel Cup Series has had in the Busch Series.
RISING KAHNE
A year ago, Kasey Kahne was mired in a sophomore slump and the conventional wisdom was that, besides struggling to figure out the new Dodge Charger, the kid simply was too impatient.
Brown finally axed by Knicks
NEW YORK -- Larry Brown is no longer the NBA's dead man walking. His "dream job" as coach of the New York Knicks is over, finally ending what might have been the most drawn-out firing in sports history.
Heat arrives in Miami to a hero's welcome after win
MIAMI - And after the sixth game, they rested.
Brown finally axed by Knicks
NEW YORK -- Larry Brown is no longer the NBA's dead man walking. His "dream job" as coach of the New York Knicks is over, finally ending what might have been the most drawn-out firing in sports history.
Heat arrives in Miami to a hero's welcome after win
Eddie Harris (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. - Mr. Eddie Harris, Sr., 77, of Ridge Road entered into rest June 20, 2006 at Doctor's Hospital. Funeral services will be held 3:00 p.m. Sunday, June 25, 2006 at Mealing Grove Baptist Church. Survivors include his wife, Minister Lillie Mae Curry Harris; six daughters, Katie Mae Broadwater, Eddie Mae Mealing, North Augusta, Gloria Humphries, Augusta, Lillie Mae (Roger) Broadwater, Indian Head, Md., Jeanette (Donald) Thurmond, Conswella "Renee" Harris, North Augusta; seven sons, Eddie (Debra) Harris, Jr. Rev. Joseph (Diane) Harris, North Augusta, Bonnie (Edith) Harris, Paul (Tavia) Harris, Ronnie (Avis) Harris, Augusta, Tracy (Betty) Harris and Steven Harris, North Augusta; three sisters, Deloris Mays, North Augusta, Effie Jean Mays, Jamaica, N.Y., Irene Edwards, Graniteville; god daughter, Geneva (Blocker) Wooden, North Augusta; 41 grandchildren, 37 great-grandchildren; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Friends may callat the residence. G.L. Brightharp & Sons Mortuary, 614 West Avenue, North Augusta, S.C. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
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. The remains will in state in the church from 10 a.m. until the hour of service. Williams Funeral Home, 2945 Old Tobacco Road, Hephzibah, Ga.
Leona Dixon (BLACKSHEAR, Ga.)
BLACKSHEAR, Ga. - Mrs. Leona Baxter Watkins Dixon, 84, passed away late Tuesday evening, June 20, 2006, at Baptist Village Nursing Home. Funeral services for Mrs. Dixon will be held Friday morning, June 23, 2006, at 11:00 o'clock from the First Baptist Church. Interment will be in the Blackshear Cemetery. Pearson-Treadwell Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Katie Mae Bonner (SARDIS, Ga.)
SARDIS, Ga. - The funeral service for Ms. Katie Mae Bonner will be 3:00 p.m. Saturday at Beech Branch Baptist Church with Rev. Kenneth Davis officiating. Interment will be in the church cemetery. Her family will lovingly cherish her memories. Phinazee and Son Funeral Home, (706) 554-5500.
Sharon Whitehead (SWAINSBORO, Ga.)
SWAINSBORO, Ga. - Sharon Sumner Whitehead died on Tuesday, June 20, 2006. Funeral services will be Friday, June 23rd, at 11:00 AM in the Chapel of Peebles-Curry-Durden Mortuary. Interment will be in the Swainsboro City Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Peebles-Curry-Durden Mortuary Thursday evening from 6 - 8 PM and at the home of Charles and Martha Flanders. Peebles-Curry-Durden Mortuary.
Ophelia N. Hammett (STAPLETON, Ga.)
STAPLETON, Ga. - Mrs. Ophelia Newsome Hammett, 79, widow of Mr. Frank Hammett, died Thursday, June 22, 2006 at the residence of her daughter in Stapleton. Funeral arrangements are incomplete but will be announced by Curtis Funeral Home.
Joseph Merriweather (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. Joseph Merriweather, Sr., of McCauley St., entered into rest Tuesday, June 20, 2006 at University Hospital. Funeral service will be held Saturday, June 24, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at the Mt. Calvary Baptist Church. Burial will be at Southview Cemetery. Mr. Merriweather was a native of Aiken, Co., S.C., U.S. Army Veteran and was a member of Mt. Calvary Baptist Church. He was a retired employee of Augusta Housing Authority after 20 years of service. Survivors are three daughters, Julia (Edward) 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, James Bernard (Annie) Merriweather, Atlanta; two sisters, Reba Booker, Estelle Lemon, Augusta; 12 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.
Grace Lambert (EVANS, Ga.)
EVANS, Ga. - Went to be with the Lord, June 21, 2006, Eileen Grace Lambert, infant daughter of Terry and Theresa Lambert of Evans, Ga. Other family members are her brothers, Christopher Lambert, John Patrick Lambert and Michael Lambert; maternal grandparents, Richard and Margaret Smith of Savannah, GA.; maternal great grandmother, Adelia Solovieff of Savannah; maternal great-grandparents, Col. and Mrs. Robert W. Smith of Deltona, FL; paternal grandparents, Clarence V. Lambert, Jr. of Harrodsburg, KY, Ray and Cheryl Duthu of Slidell, LA, paternal great grandparents, Alex and Lucy Band of Slidell, LA, Mr. and Mrs. Clarence V. Lambert, Sr. of Slidell. LA The funeral Mass will be Friday, June 23, 2006 at 10:15 AM at St. Mary On-the-Hill Catholic Church with Rev. Gerald Ragan celebrant. Interment will be in Westover Memorial Park Memorials in memory of Eileen, may be made to St. Mary On-the-Hill Catholic Church, 1420 Monte Sano Ave., Augusta, GA 30904 ThomasPoteet & Son Funeral Directors, 214 Davis Rd., Augusta, GA 30907 (706) 364-8484 Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
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. Williams Funeral Home, 2945 Old Tobacco Rd., Hephzibah, Ga.
Lisa Marie Kirkland (AIKEN, S.C.)
AIKEN, S.C. - Lisa Marie Kirkland, 45 beloved wife of James S. Kirkland, died Wednesday, June 21, 2006 at her residence. A native of Williamsport, PA, Lisa was a daughter of Leon Reeder and Marylyn 'Peach' Krape. She was the owner of the Cork & Bull Pub in Aiken. She was honorary lifetime member and treasurer of the Thoroughbred Dart Association. Survivors in addition to her husband include her father of Richmond, VA; her mother of Williamsport, PA; two sons, Joshua Delaney and Christopher Michael Delaney, both of Aiken; a step-daughter, Amanda Hope (Cliff) Hastings of Knoxville, TN; three brothers, Jimmy Reeder of Lewisburg, PA and Mike and Lee Reeder, both of Williamsport, two grandchildren, Cody Michael Hastings and Kendall Grace Hastings, and her paternal grandmother, Doris Reeder of Williamsport, and aunt and uncle, Cherry and Terry Cochran, Williamsport, PA and an uncle, Marty Reeder, Richmond, VA, two nieces and a nephew. Funeral services will be held Sunday at 3:00 PM in the chapel of Shellhouse - Rivers Funeral Home, 715 East Pine Log Rd., Aiken, SC. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 PM Saturday at the funeral home. Please visit the online memorial at www.shellhouseriversfuneralhome.com . Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
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 Raymon LaMont 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, Jonathan 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. Mr. Lilly was preceded in death by his father, Audrey W. Lilly. Other immediate survivors include his mother, Mrs. Reva M. Lilly, of Jumping Branch, WV; two sisters, Margie Arthur of Ona, WV and Andora Giffen of Bluefield, VA.; Nieces including Shelley Harbour Milton, WV, Angela Lewis, Ona, WV, Jennifer Vaderson, Savannah, GA and Greta Valeyko, Alexandria, VA; a special uncle, Paul Farley, Midway, WV and a special aunt, Amma Bragg, Hopewell, VA. Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Andrews Presbyterian Church Building Fund, 3551 Wheeler Rd. Augusta, Georgia 30909. Thomas Poteet & Son Funeral Directors, 214 Davis Rd. Augusta, GA 30907 (706)364-8484.
Sherrill Hamrick ( NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. -Funeral Services for Mr. Sherrill Hamrick, Jr., 72, of Pisgah Road, North Augusta, SC, who died June 22, 2006, will be conducted Saturday morning at 11 o'clock from the Stephen D. Posey Funeral Home. Dr. Gary C. Redding officiating. Interment in Pineview Memorial Gardens with Veterans Honors. Mr. Hamrick was a native of Shelby, North Carolina, having made North Augusta his home for the past 52 years. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of North Augusta, a U.S. Army Veteran and a member of the Jesse C. Lynch Memorial American Legion Post # 71. Mr. Hamrick was retired from the E.I. DuPont Company and Westinghouse at the Savannah River Site. Survivors include his wife Geri Mode Hamrick; a son and daughter-in-law, Mil and Denise Hamrick, Lincolnton, GA; a daughter and son-in-law, Kim and Johnny Scott, Aiken; a sister, Cynthia Hamrick, Grover, NC; five grandchildren, Josh Tindal, Glenn Scott, Johnny Snow, Thomas Burton and Carrie Burton. Honorary Pallbearers will be members of the Jesse C. Lynch Memorial American Legion Post # 71. Active Pallbearers will be Dan Ford, Bob Greene, Clyde Gurosik, Bud Parker, Tracy Mode, David Mode, Thomas Burton Josh, Tindal and Johnny Snow. The family will receive friends at the funeral home this Friday evening from 6 to 8. Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church of North Augusta, 625 Georgia Avenue, North Augusta, SC 29841. Stephen D. Posey Funeral Home of North Augusta in charge of arrangements (803-278-1181). Visit the registry online at www.poseyfuneralhome.com . Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Anna Dozier Mathis (THOMSON, Ga.)
THOMSON, Ga. - Funeral service for Mrs. Anna Mae Dozier Mathis of Thomson will be held on Saturday, June 24, 2006 at 10:30 a.m. at the Wilkes Memorial Church of God in Christ, Warrenton, Ga., Elder Lawrence Bacon officiating and Eulogist. Interment will be in Shiloh Baptist Church Cemetery. Survivors are a very special friend and partner, Mr. Eddie Smith; six children, Willie (Lillie) Franklin, Jr. of Thomson, Sadie Franklin (Mike) of Warrenton, Ga., Sara Franklin (Daryl) Hodge of Stone Mountain, Ga., Ivory Mathis of Jonesboro, Ga., Betty (Alexander) Andrews of Thomson., Cathy (Edward) Winfrey of Thomson; four sisters, Sadie Lindsey and Diane Shirley both of Thomson, Elsie Franklin of Augusta and Emma Wallace of Columbus, Ohio; seven brothers, Willie (Mattie) Franklin of Warrenton, Ga., Eddie (Beatrice) Dozier, Willie James Wallace, Timothy (Lashaya) Wallace, Billy Wallace all of Columbus, Dennis Wheeler and Steve McCoy both of Thomson; 20 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren; an Aunt Lula Bell Dozier of Norwood, Ga.; goddaughter, Barbara Larkins; a niece, Catherine (Pookie) Brown, other nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Thomson Funeral System, Thomson, Ga. in charge. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Lizzie Allen (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mrs. Lizzie Allen entered into rest Saturday, June 17, 2006 at Doctors Hospital. Funeral service will be held Friday, June 23, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. at the Irvington Missionary Baptist Church, Allendale, Co., S.C. with Rev. W.H. Burson officiating. Burial will be at Beautiful Gate Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery, Allendale Co., S.C. Family and friends will assemble at 1911 Valley Spring Rd., at 10:45 a.m. Williams Funeral Home, 1765 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.
Elizabeth Carter (GIRARD, Ga.)
GIRARD, Ga. - The Homegoing service for Mrs. Elizabeth Carter will be 1 p.m., Saturday, at Smith Chapel A.M.E. Zion Church with Dr. Ernest Mensah officiating. Interment will be in the church cemetery. Her devoted family will lovingly cherish her memories. Phinazee & Son Funeral Home (706) 554-5500.
Fannie Evans Hall (CAMAK, Ga.)
CAMAK, Ga. - Funeral service for Mrs. Fannie Pearl Evans Hall of Camak, will be held on Saturday, June 24, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. at the Bethel A.M.E. Church, Norwood, Ga., Rev. Bennie Bouyer officiating, interment in the church cemetery. Survivors are husband, Mr. Joe R. Hall of Camak; a sister, Lucille Myrick of Warrenton, Ga.; brother-in-law, Willie L. Hall of Norwood; uncle, Dea. Willie Reese of Mesena, Ga.; aunts, Mrs. Marie Cody of Camak, Mrs. Emma Green of Warrenton, and Mrs. Birta Reese of Mesana; like a sister, Lillie Mae Lott; devoted niece, Mrs. Verna Green of Camak; devoted friends, Brenda Robinson, Louise Berry and Willie Arthur Berry; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Thomson Funeral System, Thomson, Ga., in charge. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
William R. Johnson (AUGUSTA, GA.)
AUGUSTA, GA.- Mr. William Russell Johnson, Sr., 87, beloved husband of Louise Robinson Johnson, entered into rest on Tuesday, June 20, 2006 at his residence. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, June 24, 2006 at 11:00 AM at The Hill Baptist Church with Dr. Michael Ruffin, Dr. Al Cadenhead and Dr. Gordon Robinson officiating. Burial will follow at Westover Memorial Park. Mr. Johnson, a native of Montclair, New Jersey, was a professional baseball player. He joined the New York Yankees in 1943, and was named Rookie of the Year. He missed the next two seasons to serve in the United States Army during World War II, but after the war ended, he returned to baseball. He played in four World Series with the Yankees in 1943, 1947, 1949 and 1950. He was selected to the All Star Team in 1947. He was traded to the St. Louis Cardinals in 1951, and ended his baseball career two years later. He then went to work for theGraniteville Company as a shipping supervisor, and retired after almost 30 years of service. He was a member of The Hill Baptist Church, and a member of the Sim Folk Men's Sunday School Class. In addition to his wife Louise, he is survived by a son, William Russell Johnson, Jr. and wife Janice; a daughter, Brenda Johnson Prince, and husband, Abbie, and a sister, Ann Johnson Frietag, of Waldwick, New Jersey. His grandchildren include Paula Prince Hughes, and husband, Chip, Taylor Leigh Johnson, Marty Danielle Hutto, and Jason Kirk Hutto. Pallbearers will be Scott Rodgers, Dr. J. Ben Deal, Dr. Bo Sherwood, Billy Hester, Gary Frietag, Kenny Frietag, Dr. Kevin Westra, and Jack Coley. If so desired, memorials may be made to The Hill Baptist Church, 2165 Kings Way, Augusta, Georgia, 30904, or to the Baptist Children's Home, 9420 Blackshear Highway, Baxley, Georgia, 31513. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Friday evening, June 23, 2006 from 7:00 to 9:00 PM. Platt's Funeral Home, 721 Crawford Ave. 733-3636
Robert L. Schrader (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Robert L. Schrader, 73, of Augusta went Home to be with the Lord Wednesday, June 21, 2006 at his home. A native of Philadelphia, PA, he was a son of the late Charles and Katherine Hess Schrader. Mr. Schrader was a retired Philadelphia Police Officer, having been injured in the line of duty, and was a member of the Fraternal Order of Police. He was a restaurateur, owning the Hoagie Huts in the CSRA, and served with the US Army during the Korean War. He also played in the US Army band. Survivors include three sons, Robert Schrader, Charlie Schrader, and Adam Schrader; a daughter, Holley Schrader, all of Augusta, GA; a brother, Norman Schrader; eight grandchildren; and one great grandson. The funeral will be held at 2:00PM Saturday, June 24, 2006 at Poteet Funeral Homes South Chapel with Rev. Paul Richardson officiating. Interment will follow at Westview Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Robert Schrader, Charlie Schrader, BrandonSchrader, Richard Blue, Aaron Hawley, and John Lackes. The family will receive friends 6-8:00PM Friday, June 23, 2006 at the funeral home. Poteet Funeral Homes, South Chapel, 3465 Peach Orchard Road, Augusta, GA 30906 - 706-798-8886 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 services will be held on Monday, June 26, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. at New Zion Hill Missionary Baptist Church with Rev. Dr. James A. Hogan officiating. Burial will be at Southview Cemetery. Williams Funeral Home, 2945 Old Tobacco Rd., Hephzibah, Ga.
Anna Dozier Mathis (THOMSON, Ga.)
THOMSON, Ga. - Funeral service for Mrs. Anna Mae Dozier Mathis of Thomson will be held on Saturday, June 24, 2006 at 10:30 a.m. at the Wilkes Memorial Church of God in Christ, Warrenton, Ga., Elder Lawrence Bacon officiating and Eulogist. Interment will be in Shiloh Baptist Church Cemetery. Survivors are a very special friend and partner, Mr. Eddie Smith; six children, Willie (Lillie) Franklin, Jr. of Thomson, Sadie Franklin (Mike) of Warrenton, Ga., Sara Franklin (Daryl) Hodge of Stone Mountain, Ga., Ivory Mathis of Jonesboro, Ga., Betty (Alexander) Andrews of Thomson., Cathy (Edward) Winfrey of Thomson; four sisters, Sadie Lindsey and Diane Shirley both of Thomson, Elsie Franklin of Augusta and Emma Wallace of Columbus, Ohio; seven brothers, Willie (Mattie) Franklin of Warrenton, Ga., Eddie (Beatrice) Dozier, Willie James Wallace, Timothy (Lashaya) Wallace, Billy Wallace all of Columbus, Dennis Wheeler and Steve McCoy both of Thomson; 20 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren; an Aunt Lula Bell Dozier of Norwood, Ga.; goddaughter, Barbara Larkins; a niece, Catherine (Pookie) Brown, other nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Thomson Funeral System, Thomson, Ga. in charge. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Alberta G. Horne (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. - Mrs. Alberta G. Horne, 63, wife of the late Ronald S. Horne, of Hutchinson Drive, entered into rest Tuesday, June 20, 2006 at University Hospital. Funeral services will be held at 12:00 noon, Saturday, June 24, 2006 in the chapel of Rowland Funeral Home with Dr. Jesse L. Goldman officiating. Interment will be at Sunset Memory Gardens. Pallbearers will be Michael Powell, William Hall, Chris Lamb, Kenny Stevens, Randy Scruggs and Barry Chears. Mrs. Horne was born in Rochester, NY and had lived in North Augusta for the past twenty-nine years. She was a member of Ridgeview Baptist Church and was a volunteer with Hope Homes. Mrs. Horne retired from the Gorham Bronze Company. She was preceded in death by a son Ronald Wayne Horne. Survivors include two sons, Charles E. Horne and David A. Horne both of North Augusta; three daughters, Charlene H. Melton (Alex), Bobbi S. Powell (Mike) and Linda M. Horne (Wally) all of North Augusta; one brother, Wayne Gowin (Connie) of Towanda, PA; sister-in-law, Barbara Carey of North Augusta; nine grandchildren; one great-granddaughter; two nieces and two nephews. The family will receive friends at Rowland Funeral Home Friday, June 23, 2006 from 6 to 8 p.m. Memorials may be made to Hope Homes, 1744 Georgia Avenue, North Augusta, SC 29841. Rowland Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Betty J. Thomas (THOMSON, Ga.)
THOMSON, Ga. - Mrs. Betty J. Thomas, 73, beloved wife of Mr. Harry Thomas, of Glen Stovall Road, died Wednesday, June 21, 2006, in the Thomson Manor Nursing Home. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Friday, June 23, in the Curtis Funeral Home Chapel with Dr. Don Widener officiating. Burial will be in the Savannah Valley Memorial Gardens. Mrs. Thomas was a native and lifelong resident of McDuffie County. She was a retired para-pro from the Media center of Thomson Elementary School, after 24 years of service. She was a member of the Hill Baptist Church. Survivors include her husband, Mr. Harry Thomas, Thomson; her daughter, Mrs. Jill (Randy) Crutfield, Thomson; her son, Mr. Keith (Lana) Thomas, Sugar Hill Ga.: and her five grandchildren, Erika Mathews, Parker Thomas, Riley Thomas, Trey Thomas and Ashlyn Thomas. Pallbearers will be Jimmy Overton, Bobby Norris, Rick Sewell, Paul Cook, Michael Cook and Jeff Cook. You may sign the online guestbook www.curtisfuneralhome.com Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Lillie Hillary (MARTINEZ, Ga.)
MARTINEZ, Ga. - Funeral service for Mrs. Lillie Thurmond Hillary will be held 11 a.m., Saturday, June 24, 2006 at Whole Life Ministries with Dr. Sandra Kennedy officiating. Interment will be in Old Pine Grove Baptist Church Cemetery. Friends may call at the residence of Justine Hillary, 51 Casaline Dr., North Augusta. G.L. Brightharp & Son's Mortuary, 614 West Ave., North Augusta, S.C.
Tyrhonda Moore (THOMSON, Ga.)
THOMSON, Ga. - Funeral service for Ms. Tyrhonda Moore of Thomson will be held Saturday, June 24, 2006 at 5:00 p.m. at the Greater St. James A.M.E. Church, Rev. Henry D. Andrews officiating. Interment in the Westview Cemetery. Survivors are one son, Fredquavous D. Moore; biological mother, Gwendolyn Hart Kendrick; adopted mother, Carrye Moore; biological father, David Johnson; brother, Waymon Lewis Moore; one sister; a special friend of the family, Helen Demon; godmother, Debra Griffin; sister-in-law, Jonnie Moore; a host of uncles, aunts, other relatives and friends. Thomson Funeral System in charge. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Annie Fowler (AIKEN, S.C.)
AIKEN, S.C. - Funeral services for Mrs. Annie Ruth Madden Fowler,83, of Aiken, who died Tuesday, will be held Saturday, June 24, 2006 at 9am at Millbrook Baptist Church. Interment will follow in Sunset Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be Friday, June 23, 2006 from 7-9p.m. at George Funeral Home & Cremation Center. Visit www.GeorgeFuneralHomes.com to view the complete obituary and sign the online condolence register.
Maude Williams (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Funeral services for Mrs. Maude Williams of 1707 Morgan Rd., who entered into rest on June 20,2006, will be conducted Saturday June 24, 2006, at 1 PM at Williams Memorial Episcopal Church with Rev. Willie Wiley officiating. Interment will be at Cedar Grove Cemetery. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Gary Lee Mimbs (DUBLIN, Ga.)
DUBLIN, Ga. - Funeral services for Mr. Gary Lee Mimbs, Sr., age 52, will be held Friday at 3:00 P.M. at the Dudley Baptist Church with interment to follow at the Foskey Cemetery. Rev. Christy Bandy and Mr. Brian Puckett will officiate. The family will receive friends Thursday evening from 6:00 until 8:00 at the funeral home. Stanley Funeral Home of Dublin has charge of the arrangements.
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 services will be held 11 a.m., Saturday, June 24, 2006 at Whole Life Ministries with Dr. Sandra Kennedy officiating. Interment will be in the Old Piney Grove Baptist Church Cemetery. Mrs. Hillary, a native of Edgefield County, was a 1967 graduate of W.E. Parker High School. She received her Bachelor of Science degree from Southern Wesleyan University. She was a process writer and reviewer for Westinghouse Savannah River Site. Survivors include her loving 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; sister-in-law, Catherine Hillary; godmother, Catherine Sullivan; godsister, Shirley Mitchem; 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.
John Peters (AIKEN, S.C.)
AIKEN, S.C. - Mr. John Peters, Sr., 76, of 431 Greenville St., NW, Aiken, departed this life Monday, June 19, 2006 at Aiken Regional Medical Center. Funeral service will be held Saturday, June 24, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. from the Jackson-Brooks Funeral Home Chapel. Friends may call at the Jackson-Brooks Funeral Home beginning 4 p.m. Friday.
Elizabeth Carter (GIRARD, Ga.)
GIRARD, Ga. - The Homegoing service for Mrs. Elizabeth Carter will be 1 p.m., Saturday, at Smith Chapel A.M.E. Zion Church with Dr. Ernest Mensah officiating. Interment will be in the church cemetery. Her devoted family will lovingly cherish her memories. Phinazee & Son Funeral Home (706) 554-5500.
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 services will be held 11 a.m., Saturday, June 24, 2006 at Whole Life Ministries with Dr. Sandra Kennedy officiating. Interment will be in the Old Piney Grove Baptist Church Cemetery. Mrs. Hillary, a native of Edgefield County, was a 1967 graduate of W.E. Parker High School. She received her Bachelor of Science degree from Southern Wesleyan University. She was a process writer and reviewer for Westinghouse Savannah River Site. Survivors include her loving 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; sister-in-law, Catherine Hillary; godmother, Catherine Sullivan; godsister, Shirley Mitchem; 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.
Thelma Harris (THOMSON, Ga.)
THOMSON, Ga. - Funeral services for Mrs. Thelma Diane Brown Harris, age 45, of Thomson, will be held on Sunday, June 25, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. at the Stoney Grove C.M.E. Church, Warrenton, Ga. with Rev. C.F. Gresham officiating. Interment in the church cemetery. Survivors are devoted husband, Andre Harris, Thomson; two daughters, Denis (Derrick) Jones and Priscilla (Ronnie) Thomas, all of Thomson; two sons, Michael L. Brown of Thomson and Calvin (Jessica) Brown of Louisville, Ky.; six brothers, Bobby Ivey, Garvin Brown, Jr., David (Cherkelia) Brown, James (Eva Mae) Brown, all of Thomson, Larry (Joe Ann) Brown, William (Penny) Brown of Dearing, Ga.; one sister, Edith Ivey of Thomson; six grandchildren, other relatives and friends. Thomson Funeral System, Thomson, Ga. in charge. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Clarice Wilkes (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
HEPHZIBAH, Ga. - Alena Clarice Wilkes, age 7, of Caldwell Drive, entered into rest Friday, June 16, 2006 at Medical College of Georgia. Funeral service will be held on Saturday, June 24, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. at Brown Grove Baptist Church, Keysville, Ga. with Rev. Clary Dishmond officiating. Burial will be at Mt. Tabor AME Church. Alena, a native of Augusta was a student at Windsor Spring Elementary School. Survivors are her mother, Linda Wilkes, Hephzibah; father, Anthony Wilkes, Cairo, Egypt; three sisters, Kanya Wilkes, Philadelphia, Pa., Nikayi Wilkes, Shakyra Wilkes, Augusta; two brothers, Amon Wilkes, New Jersey, Rodrikis Walker, Augusta; maternal grandmother, Zeline Jackson, Keysville, Ga.; paternal grandmother, Clarabelle Wilkes, Detroit, Mich.; two nephews, one niece and a host of aunts, uncles and other relatives. Williams Funeral Home, 2925 Old Tobacco Road, Hephzibah, Ga. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChornicle.com
Emma Lee Turman (WARRENTON, Ga.)
WARRENTON, Ga. - Mrs. Emma Lee Turman of Warrenton, died Wednesday at the McDuffie Regional Medical Center, Thomson. Her funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by the Thomson Funeral System, 536 M.L.K., Jr. St., N.E., Thomson, Ga.
Susie Mae Gant (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Funeral service for Sis. Susie Mae Gant of Sandy Dr., Augusta, will be held on Saturday, June 24, 2006 at 3:00 p.m. at the Poplar Head Baptist Church of Christ, Dearing, Ga., Rev. David Lowe officiating, interment in the church cemetery. Survivors are a daughter, Mrs. Mary Bedell and a son, Mr. James Edward Gant, both of Augusta; surrogate mother, Ms. Moriah Johnson of Harlem, Ga.; two sisters, Ms. Daisy Taylor of Boston, Mass. and Ms. Thelma Ivery of Thomson, Ga.; four brothers, Mr. Grady Rogers of Pa., Mr. Clarence Ivery of Miami, Fla., Mr. Jimmy Ivery and Mr. Austin Ivery both of Thomson; son-in-law, Mr. Levi Bedell of Augusta; eight grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren, other relatives and friends. The cortege will leave the residence, 3503 Sandy Dr., Augusta at 2:00 p.m. The repast will be in the church Fellowship Hall after the interment. Thomson Funeral System, Thomson, Ga. in charge. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Clarice Wilkes (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
HEPHZIBAH, Ga. - Alena Clarice Wilkes, age 7, of Caldwell Drive, entered into rest Friday, June 16, 2006 at Medical College of Georgia. Funeral service will be held on Saturday, June 24, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. at Brown Grove Baptist Church, Keysville, Ga. with Rev. Clary Dishmond officiating. Burial will be at Mt. Tabor AME Church. Alena, a native of Augusta was a student at Windsor Spring Elementary School. Survivors are her mother, Linda Wilkes, Hephzibah; father, Anthony Wilkes, Cairo, Egypt; three sisters, Kanya Wilkes, Philadelphia, Pa., Nikayi Wilkes, Shakyra Wilkes, Augusta; two brothers, Amon Wilkes, New Jersey, Rodrikis Walker, Augusta; maternal grandmother, Zeline Jackson, Keysville, Ga.; paternal grandmother, Clarabelle Wilkes, Detroit, Mich.; two nephews, one niece and a host of aunts, uncles and other relatives. Williams Funeral Home, 2925 Old Tobacco Road, Hephzibah, Ga. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChornicle.com
Willie Marshall (THOMSON, Ga.)
THOMSON, Ga. - The Homegoing service for Rev. Willie (Bubba) Marshall of Harrison, Dr., Thomson, Ga., will be celebrated on Friday, June 23, 2006 at 2:30 p.m. at the Stamps Branch Baptist Church, Warren County, Ga., Rev. Robert Martin officiating, interment in the church cemetery. Thomson Funeral System, Thomson, Ga., in charge.
Gladys H. Harrison (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Gladys H. Harrison entered into rest Wednesday, June 21, 2006 at University Hospital. Mrs. Harrison was a native of Central, South Carolina and had lived in Augusta most of her life. She was a floral designer for more than sixty years and was a member of Fleming Baptist Church. Mrs. Harrison was a loving mother and grandmother and was devoted to her family. Family members include her children, Gloria Harrison Varn , Morris M. Harrison Jr., Patrice A. Harrison, Belinda H. Walton; eleven grandchildren; three great grandchildren; brother Charles "Buck" Hendricks; sister Louise Oates, and a very special friend Ann Weeks. Mrs. Harrison was preceded in death by her daughter Marsha Walworth. Funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m., Sunday, June 25, 2006 at Fleming Baptist Church with Rev. Billy Atkins officiating. Interment will be at Sunset Memorial Gardens in Langley, SC. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Saturday, June24, 2006 from 7:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. Memorials may be made to Fleming Baptist Church Homebound Ministry, 3027 Peach Orchard Road, Augusta, Ga. 30906. Poteet Funeral Homes, 3465 Peach Orchard Road, Augusta, Ga. 30906 (706) 798-8886 Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Robert L. Ware (WARRENTON, Ga.)
WARRENTON, Ga. - Funeral services for Mr. Robert L. Ware will be held Saturday, June 24, 2006 at 3:00 p.m. at the Andrew Chapel CME Church, Norwood, Ga. with Rev. Leroy Hudson, Eulogist and Rev. Sara Cooper, Pastor. Interment in the church cemetery. Survivors include one daughter, Kimberly Mathis of Atlanta; four sisters, Lillie W. Williams and Mattie W. Heath, Stone Mountain, Ga., Essie W. Burley and Annie W. Martin, Norwood, Ga.; two brothers, Albert Ward and Johnny Ward, Norwood, Ga.; four grandchildren and six aunts. Dawson's Mortuary of Warrenton in charge of funeral arrangements. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Alberta G. Horne (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. - Funeral services for Mrs. Alberta G. Horne will be held at 12:00 noon, Saturday, June 24, 2006 in the chapel of Rowland Funeral Home with Dr. Jesse L. Goldman officiating. Interment will be at Sunset Memory Gardens. The family will receive friends at Rowland Funeral Home this evening from 6 to 8 p.m. Memorials may be made to Hope Homes, 1744 Georgia Avenue, North Augusta, SC 29841. Rowland Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Ibea Ronnell Outley (LOUISVILLE, Ga.)
LOUISVILLE, Ga. - Mr. Ibea Ronnell Outley, 28, of 327 Hwy. 1 Louisville, died June 17, 2006 in McDuffie County. Funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m. Saturday, June 24, 2006 at Gordon Grove Baptist Church in Louisville.
Joseph Merriweather (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. Joseph Merriweather, Sr., of McCauley St., entered into rest Tuesday, June 20, 2006 at University Hospital. Funeral service will be held Saturday, June 24, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at the Mt. Calvary Baptist Church. Burial will be at Southview Cemetery. Mr. Merriweather was a native of Aiken, Co., S.C., U.S. Army Veteran and was a member of Mt. Calvary Baptist Church. He was a retired employee of Augusta Housing Authority after 20 years of service. Survivors are three daughters, Julia (Edward) 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, James Bernard (Annie) Merriweather, Atlanta; two sisters, Reba Booker, Estelle Lemon, Augusta; 12 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.
Samuel Simowitz (SAVANNAH, Ga.)
SAVANNAH, Ga. - Samuel (Sammy) Simowitz, 66, died June 21, 2006. He was born in Augusta, Georgia to the late Temie and Joseph Simowitz. He attended Richmond Academy and Tulane University where he was active in the Sigma Alphu Mu fraternity, and graduated from the University of Georgia. He was a veteran of the United States Army. He was a talented and knowledgeable realtor and instructor for over 30 years with Konter Realty and Tri County GMAC Real Estate Company. He spent 26 years teaching pre-license instruction and was widely respected in this field. He was instrumental in formulating and writing real estate textbooks and educational materials. He was a published author on the subject of ad valorem taxes in national real estate magazines. He was a Governor to the Georgia Realtors Institute, Past President of the Savannah Multi-List Corporation, and previous Life member in the Savannah Board of Realtors Million Dollar Club. He also served as a Former Chairman of the Chatham County Board of Tax Assessors. He was a founding member of the Savannah Barbershop Harmony Society, active member of the Savannah Folk Music Society and the Chet Atkins Appreciation Society. He was an accomplished guitarist with a passion for finger-style guitar playing. He spent many years teaching guitar at Armstrong University and through private lessons. In addition to his passion for classical guitar music, he was also an avid golfer and fisherman. He was a member of the Wednesday Night Social Club. Upon moving to Savannah, he was active at the Jewish Educational Alliance serving on the board and many committees. He was a member of the B'nai B'rith Jacob Synagogue and BBJ Brotherhood. He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Harriet G. Simowitz; daughter and son-in-law, Pamela and Alan Lipsitz all of Savannah, GA; brother, Dr. Fredric Simowitz (Beverly) of St. Louis, MO; and sister-in-law, Marcia G. Hirsch of Savannah, GA. He is also survived by loving nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews and cousins. Graveside services will be held Thursday, June 22nd at 11:00 a.m. at Bonaventure Cemetery, with Rabbi Avidgor Slatus officiating. In his memory, donations may be made to the Congregation B'nai B'rith Jacob Synagogue, Hospice Savannah or a charity of donor's choice. Hubert C. Baker Funeral Home, 7415 Hodgson Memorial Drive, Savannah, Georgia 31406, (912)927-1999. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
James Eubanks (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. - Mr. James Eubanks, 62, of Old Cherokee Dr., entered into rest June 22, 2006 at Portsbridge Hospice. Funeral arrangements will be announced later. Mr. Eubanks, a native of Aiken County, was a member of Galilee Baptist Church and a United States Army Veteran. Survivors include his wife, Betty Hollman Eubanks; three sons, James (Tangela) Eubanks, Japan, Jameal (Nicole) Eubanks, Trenton, S.C. and Jidal (Ginger) Eubanks, North Augusta; a close friend, Robert Bankston, North Augusta; two sisters, Earnestine (Henry) McClendon, North Augusta and Josephine (Charles) Green, Aiken; one uncle, Charlie (Gladys) Highsmith, Charleston; six grandchildren, a host of other relatives and friends. G.L. Brightharp & Sons Mortuary, 614 West Avenue, North Augusta, S.C.
Joseph Merriweather (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. Joseph Merriweather, Sr., of McCauley St., entered into rest Tuesday, June 20, 2006 at University Hospital. Funeral service will be held Saturday, June 24, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at the Mt. Calvary Baptist Church. Burial will follow at Southview Cemetery. Survivors are three daughters, Julia (Edward) 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, James Bernard (Annie) Merriweather, Atlanta; two sisters, Reba Booker, Estelle Lemon, Augusta; 12 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. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Susie Mae Gant (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Funeral service for Sis. Susie Mae Gant of Sandy Dr., Augusta, will be held on Saturday, June 24, 2006 at 3:00 p.m. at the Poplar Head Baptist Church of Christ, Dearing, Ga., Rev. David Lowe officiating, interment in the church cemetery. Survivors are a daughter, Mrs. Mary Bedell and a son, Mr. James Edward Gant, both of Augusta; surrogate mother, Ms. Moriah Johnson of Harlem, Ga.; two sisters, Ms. Daisy Taylor of Boston, Mass. and Ms. Thelma Ivery of Thomson, Ga.; four brothers, Mr. Grady Rogers of Pa., Mr. Clarence Ivery of Miami, Fla., Mr. Jimmy Ivery and Mr. Austin Ivery both of Thomson; son-in-law, Mr. Levi Bedell of Augusta; eight grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren, other relatives and friends. The cortege will leave the residence, 3503 Sandy Dr., Augusta at 2:00 p.m. The repast will be in the church Fellowship Hall after the interment. Thomson Funeral System, Thomson, Ga. in charge. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Robert L. Schrader (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Robert L. Schrader, age 73, entered into rest Wednesday, June 21, 2006 at his residence. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by Poteet Funeral Homes South Chapel, 3465 Peach Orchard Road, Augusta, Ga. 30906 (706)798-8886
William R. Johnson (AUGUSTA, GA.)
AUGUSTA, GA.- Mr. William Russell Johnson, Sr., 87, beloved husband of Louise Robinson Johnson, entered into rest on Tuesday, June 20, 2006 at his residence. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, June 24, 2006 at 11:00 AM at The Hill Baptist Church with Dr. Michael Ruffin, Dr. Al Cadenhead and Dr. Gordon Robinson officiating. Burial will follow at Westover Memorial Park. Mr. Johnson, a native of Montclair, New Jersey, was a professional baseball player. He joined the New York Yankees in 1943, and was named Rookie of the Year. He missed the next two seasons to serve in the United States Army during World War II, but after the war ended, he returned to baseball. He played in four World Series with the Yankees in 1943, 1947, 1949 and 1950. He was selected to the All Star Team in 1947. He was traded to the St. Louis Cardinals in 1951, and ended his baseball career two years later. He then went to work for theGraniteville Company as a shipping supervisor, and retired after almost 30 years of service. He was a member of The Hill Baptist Church, and a member of the Sim Folk Men's Sunday School Class. In addition to his wife Louise, he is survived by a son, William Russell Johnson, Jr. and wife Janice; a daughter, Brenda Johnson Prince, and husband, Abbie, and a sister, Ann Johnson Frietag, of Waldwick, New Jersey. His grandchildren include Paula Prince Hughes, and husband, Chip, Taylor Leigh Johnson, Marty Danielle Hutto, and Jason Kirk Hutto. Pallbearers will be Scott Rodgers, Dr. J. Ben Deal, Dr. Bo Sherwood, Billy Hester, Gary Frietag, Kenny Frietag, Dr. Kevin Westra, and Jack Coley. If so desired, memorials may be made to The Hill Baptist Church, 2165 Kings Way, Augusta, Georgia, 30904, or to the Baptist Children's Home, 9420 Blackshear Highway, Baxley, Georgia, 31513. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Friday evening, June 23, 2006 from 7:00 to 9:00 PM. Platt's Funeral Home, 721 Crawford Ave. 733-3636
Eddie Harris (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. - Mr. Eddie Harris, Sr., 77, of Ridge Road, entered in rest June 20, 2006 at Doctor's Hospital. Funeral arrangements will be announced later. G.L. Brightharp & Sons Mortuary, 614 West Ave., North Augusta, S.C.
John D. Wilkerson (SWAINSBORO, Ga.)
SWAINSBORO, Ga. - John D. "Jake" Wilkerson, age 77, of Swainsboro, GA died on Thursday, June 22, 2006. Funeral services will be Friday, June 23rd, at 3 PM in the Chapel of Peebles-Curry-Durden Mortuary. Interment will be in Eastbrook Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Peebles-Curry-Durden Mortuary tonight from 6 - 8 PM. Peebles-Curry-Durden Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.
Beatrice Hammond (TRENTON, S.C.)
TRENTON, S.C. - Mrs. Beatrice Merriweather Hammond, 92, of Hammond Dr., entered into rest June 21, 2006 at her residence. Funeral arrangements will be announced later. Mrs. Hammond, a native of Edgefield County, was a member of Carey Hill Baptist Church. Survivors include five daughters, Mattie Hammond, Queens, N.Y., Walter Lee Reese, Augusta, Alberta (Johnny) Wimberly and Barbara (Henry) Smith, Trenton and Gloria (Harold) Jackson, Johnston; six sons, Charlie W. (Susie) Hammond, North Augusta, Otis (Louise) Hammond, Alex (Annie) Hammond, Trenton, Harvest (Rubenia) Hammond, North Augusta, Theodis (Shirley) Hammond, Trenton and Dennis (Addie) Carter, Columbia; one sister, Ellen Callaham, Trenton; one brother, Marshall (Rose) Merriweather; sisters-in-law, Elizabeth Merriweather, Trenton, Sadie Young and Nancy Bell Broadwater, North Augusta; brother-in-law, Joseph Young, North Augusta; 24 grandchildren, 26 great-grandchildren, seven great-great-grandchildren; godchildren, Rebecca Hillary and Darrell Brightharp, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Friends may call at the residence. G.L. Brightharp & Son's Mortuary, 614 West Avenue, North Augusta, S.C.
Willie Marshall (THOMSON, Ga.)
THOMSON, Ga. - The Homegoing service for Rev. Willie (Bubba) Marshall of Harrison, Dr., Thomson, Ga., will be celebrated on Friday, June 23, 2006 at 2:30 p.m. at the Stamps Branch Baptist Church, Warren County, Ga., Rev. Robert Martin officiating, interment in the church cemetery. Thomson Funeral System, Thomson, Ga., in charge.
Lewis G. Tyson (LOGANVILLE, Ga.)
LOGANVILLE, Ga. - Lewis G. Tyson, Jr., age 79, died Tuesday, June 20, 2006. Graveside services will be held 11:00 a.m. Friday, June 23, 2006 at East Shadowlawn Memorial Gardens, Lawrenceville. The family will receive friends from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Thursday, June 22, 2006 at Tim Stewart Funeral Home, 300 Simonton Road, Lawrenceville, Ga. 30045, 770-962-3100.
Jeremiah Jones (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Graveside services for babyboy Jeremiah Jones, who entered into rest on June 20, 2006, will be conducted this Saturday June 24, 2006, at 2:30 PM at Magnolia Cemetery with Pastor Helen Turner officiating. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Ray Hegler (AIKEN, S.C.)
AIKEN, S.C. - Funeral services for Ray Hegler will be held on Friday, June 23, 2006 at 4:00 p.m. at Levels Baptist Church with Revs. Larry Scales, David Laird and Gareth Hegler officiating. Interment will follow at Southlawn Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Thursday evening from 6-8 p.m. at George Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 211 Park Ave. SW Aiken. Mr. Hegler, 81, died Tuesday, June 20, 2006 at his residence. Mr. Hegler was born to Ernest R. and Maude Hinson Hegler in the White Bluff Community of Lancaster County on July 5th, 1924. He attended White Bluff Grammar School and Flat Creek High School. As a young man, he helped his father farm. He also worked some at the Mineral Mining Corporation. He was inducted into the U.S. Navy on May 16, 1944. He took his training at Camp Perry, VA. He was assigned as a gunner on a transport ship operated by the Merchant Marines. He made six round trips to Europe and was discharged on January 23, 1945. He worked with Springs Cotton Mill Construction for seven years before going to work for DuPont at the SRP in July of 1953. He worked as a welder and machinist and retired as a machine foreman in 1982. He worked as a funeral director's assistant at George Funeral Home for seventeen years after his retirement from DuPont. Ray was a member of Levels Baptist Church where he served as a deacon and brotherhood director. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Leona Dixon (BLACKSHEAR, Ga.)
BLACKSHEAR, Ga. - Mrs. Leona Baxter Watkins Dixon, 84, passed away late Tuesday evening, June 20, 2006, at Baptist Village Nursing Home. Funeral services for Mrs. Dixon will be held Friday morning, June 23, 2006, at 11:00 o'clock from the First Baptist Church. Interment will be in the Blackshear Cemetery. Pearson-Treadwell Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Dean Trull (BEECH ISLAND, S.C.)
BEECH ISLAND, S.C. - Funeral services for Mr. George Dean Trull, 61, of Riverbend Drive, Beech Island, SC, who died June 21, 2006, will be conducted this Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the Heights Baptist Church. Pastor Mark Canipe officiating. Interment in Southlawn Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Heights Baptist Church Building Fund, 1601 Williston Road, Beech Island, SC 29842. Stephen D. Posey Funeral Home of North Augusta in charge of arrangements (803-278-1181). Visit the registry online at www.poseyfuneralhome.com .
Nellie Mae Cooper (AIKEN, S.C.)
AIKEN, S.C. -Funeral services for Mrs. Nellie Mae Cooper will be held Saturday at 2:00 PM at Midland Valley First Church of the Nazarene. The family will receive friends tonight from 6 until 9 at Hatcher Funeral Home & Cremation Service, U.S. Hwy. No. 1, Langley, SC
Robert L. Schrader (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Robert L. Schrader, 73, of Augusta went Home to be with the Lord Wednesday, June 21, 2006 at his home. A native of Philadelphia, PA, he was a son of the late Charles and Katherine Hess Schrader. Mr. Schrader was a retired Philadelphia Police Officer, having been injured in the line of duty, and was a member of the Fraternal Order of Police. He was a restaurateur, owning the Hoagie Huts in the CSRA, and served with the US Army during the Korean War. He also played in the US Army band. Survivors include three sons, Robert Schrader, Charlie Schrader, and Adam Schrader; a daughter, Holley Schrader, all of Augusta, GA; a brother, Norman Schrader; eight grandchildren; and one great grandson. The funeral will be held at 2:00PM Saturday, June 24, 2006 at Poteet Funeral Homes South Chapel with Rev. Paul Richardson officiating. Interment will follow at Westview Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Robert Schrader, Charlie Schrader, BrandonSchrader, Richard Blue, Aaron Hawley, and John Lackes. The family will receive friends 6-8:00PM Friday, June 23, 2006 at the funeral home. Poteet Funeral Homes, South Chapel, 3465 Peach Orchard Road, Augusta, GA 30906 - 706-798-8886 Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Ibea Ronnell Outley (LOUISVILLE, Ga.)
LOUISVILLE, Ga. - Mr. Ibea Ronnell Outley, 28, of 327 Hwy. 1 Louisville, died June 17, 2006 in McDuffie County. Funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m. Saturday, June 24, 2006 at Gordon Grove Baptist Church in Louisville.
Betty J. Thomas (THOMSON, Ga.)
THOMSON, Ga. - Mrs. Betty J. Thomas, 73, beloved wife of Mr. Harry Thomas, of Glen Stovall Road, died Wednesday, June 21, 2006, in the Thomson Manor Nursing Home. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Friday, June 23, in the Curtis Funeral Home Chapel with Dr. Don Widener officiating. Burial will be in the Savannah Valley Memorial Gardens. Mrs. Thomas was a native and lifelong resident of McDuffie County. She was a retired para-pro from the Media center of Thomson Elementary School, after 24 years of service. She was a member of the Hill Baptist Church. Survivors include her husband, Mr. Harry Thomas, Thomson; her daughter, Mrs. Jill (Randy) Crutfield, Thomson; her son, Mr. Keith (Lana) Thomas, Sugar Hill Ga.: and her five grandchildren, Erika Mathews, Parker Thomas, Riley Thomas, Trey Thomas and Ashlyn Thomas. Pallbearers will be Jimmy Overton, Bobby Norris, Rick Sewell, Paul Cook, Michael Cook and Jeff Cook. You may sign the online guestbook www.curtisfuneralhome.com Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Robert L. Ware (WARRENTON, Ga.)
WARRENTON, Ga. - Funeral services for Mr. Robert L. Ware will be held Saturday, June 24, 2006 at 3:00 p.m. at the Andrew Chapel CME Church, Norwood, Ga. with Rev. Leroy Hudson, Eulogist and Rev. Sara Cooper, Pastor. Interment in the church cemetery. Survivors include one daughter, Kimberly Mathis of Atlanta; four sisters, Lillie W. Williams and Mattie W. Heath, Stone Mountain, Ga., Essie W. Burley and Annie W. Martin, Norwood, Ga.; two brothers, Albert Ward and Johnny Ward, Norwood, Ga.; four grandchildren and six aunts. Dawson's Mortuary of Warrenton in charge of funeral arrangements. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Maude Williams (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Funeral services for Mrs. Maude Williams of 1707 Morgan Rd., who entered into rest on June 20,2006, will be conducted Saturday June 24, 2006, at 1 PM at Williams Memorial Episcopal Church with Rev. Willie Wiley officiating. Interment will be at Cedar Grove Cemetery. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Ann Dixon Caraway (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mrs. Ann Dixon Caraway, beloved wife of Arthur F. Caraway, entered into rest Wednesday, June 21, 2006 at Doctors Hospital. She was retired from Sears as a cashier, sales clerk and was a member of Central Baptist Church. Funeral services will be held Saturday, June 24, 2006 at 11:30 a.m. from Central Baptist Church with Reverend Jerry Wilson officiating. She will lie in state one hour prior to services. Interment will be at Hillcrest Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Grant Caraway, Kyle Caraway, Tyler Caraway, Daniel W. Caraway, Tony Miaco and Carlos Miaco. Survivors include her daughter, Cathie (Gene) Hemingway, Dublin, Ga.; sons, Michael A. (Betty) Caraway and Daniel A. (Michelle) Caraway, Augusta; eight grandchildren, two great-grandchildren and brother, James A. Dixon, Keysville, Ga. The family will receive friends Friday evening, June 23, 2006 from 7-9 p.m. at Elliott Sons Funeral Home, Lumpkin Road Chapel. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made at The Central Baptist Church, 3006 Richmond Hill Road, Augusta, Ga. 30906. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Thelma Harris (THOMSON, Ga.)
THOMSON, Ga. - Funeral services for Mrs. Thelma Diane Brown Harris, age 45, of Thomson, will be held on Sunday, June 25, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. at the Stoney Grove C.M.E. Church, Warrenton, Ga. with Rev. C.F. Gresham officiating. Interment in the church cemetery. Survivors are devoted husband, Andre Harris, Thomson; two daughters, Denis (Derrick) Jones and Priscilla (Ronnie) Thomas, all of Thomson; two sons, Michael L. Brown of Thomson and Calvin (Jessica) Brown of Louisville, Ky.; six brothers, Bobby Ivey, Garvin Brown, Jr., David (Cherkelia) Brown, James (Eva Mae) Brown, all of Thomson, Larry (Joe Ann) Brown, William (Penny) Brown of Dearing, Ga.; one sister, Edith Ivey of Thomson; six grandchildren, other relatives and friends. Thomson Funeral System, Thomson, Ga. in charge. 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 services will be held on Monday, June 26, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. at New Zion Hill Missionary Baptist Church with Rev. Dr. James A. Hogan officiating. Burial will be at Southview Cemetery. Williams Funeral Home, 2945 Old Tobacco Rd., Hephzibah, Ga.
Emma Lee Turman (WARRENTON, Ga.)
WARRENTON, Ga. - Mrs. Emma Lee Turman of Warrenton, died Wednesday at the McDuffie Regional Medical Center, Thomson. Her funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by the Thomson Funeral System, 536 M.L.K., Jr. St., N.E., Thomson, Ga.
Christopher Wimberly (DUBLIN, Ga.)
DUBLIN, Ga. - Funeral services for Christopher Leon Wimberly, Jr. will be held Saturday, June 24, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at Wabash Church of God, interment in the Dudley Memorial cemetery in Dublin. Wake services will be held Friday at 7:00 p.m. at the Dudley Funeral Home in Dublin with the Rev. Horace Austin officiating.
Gladys H. Harrison (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Gladys H. Harrison entered into rest Wednesday, June 21, 2006 at University Hospital. Mrs. Harrison was a native of Central, South Carolina and had lived in Augusta most of her life. She was a floral designer for more than sixty years and was a member of Fleming Baptist Church. Mrs. Harrison was a loving mother and grandmother and was devoted to her family. Family members include her children, Gloria Harrison Varn , Morris M. Harrison Jr., Patrice A. Harrison, Belinda H. Walton; eleven grandchildren; three great grandchildren; brother Charles "Buck" Hendricks; sister Louise Oates, and a very special friend Ann Weeks. Mrs. Harrison was preceded in death by her daughter Marsha Walworth. Funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m., Sunday, June 25, 2006 at Fleming Baptist Church with Rev. Billy Atkins officiating. Interment will be at Sunset Memorial Gardens in Langley, SC. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Saturday, June24, 2006 from 7:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. Memorials may be made to Fleming Baptist Church Homebound Ministry, 3027 Peach Orchard Road, Augusta, Ga. 30906. Poteet Funeral Homes, 3465 Peach Orchard Road, Augusta, Ga. 30906 (706) 798-8886 Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Hugh Allen Fennell (MIDVILLE, Ga.)
MIDVILLE, Ga. - Hugh Allen Fennell, age 57, of Midville, GA died on Tuesday, June 20, 2006. Funeral services are Saturday morning, June 24th, at 10:30 AM in the Chapel of Peebles-Curry-Durden Mortuary. Interment will be in Eastbrook Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Peebles-Curry-Durden Mortuary Friday evening from 6 - 8 PM. Peebles-Curry-Durden Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.
Alberta G. Horne (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. - Funeral services for Mrs. Alberta G. Horne will be held at 12:00 noon, Saturday, June 24, 2006 in the chapel of Rowland Funeral Home with Dr. Jesse L. Goldman officiating. Interment will be at Sunset Memory Gardens. The family will receive friends at Rowland Funeral Home this evening from 6 to 8 p.m. Memorials may be made to Hope Homes, 1744 Georgia Avenue, North Augusta, SC 29841. Rowland Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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. Williams Funeral Home, 2945 Old Tobacco Rd., Hephzibah, Ga.
James Eubanks (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. - Mr. James Eubanks, 62, of Old Cherokee Dr., entered into rest June 22, 2006 at Portsbridge Hospice. Funeral arrangements will be announced later. Mr. Eubanks, a native of Aiken County, was a member of Galilee Baptist Church and a United States Army Veteran. Survivors include his wife, Betty Hollman Eubanks; three sons, James (Tangela) Eubanks, Japan, Jameal (Nicole) Eubanks, Trenton, S.C. and Jidal (Ginger) Eubanks, North Augusta; a close friend, Robert Bankston, North Augusta; two sisters, Earnestine (Henry) McClendon, North Augusta and Josephine (Charles) Green, Aiken; one uncle, Charlie (Gladys) Highsmith, Charleston; six grandchildren, a host of other relatives and friends. G.L. Brightharp & Sons Mortuary, 614 West Avenue, North Augusta, S.C.
Alberta G. Horne (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. - Mrs. Alberta G. Horne, 63, wife of the late Ronald S. Horne, of Hutchinson Drive, entered into rest Tuesday, June 20, 2006 at University Hospital. Funeral services will be held at 12:00 noon, Saturday, June 24, 2006 in the chapel of Rowland Funeral Home with Dr. Jesse L. Goldman officiating. Interment will be at Sunset Memory Gardens. Pallbearers will be Michael Powell, William Hall, Chris Lamb, Kenny Stevens, Randy Scruggs and Barry Chears. Mrs. Horne was born in Rochester, NY and had lived in North Augusta for the past twenty-nine years. She was a member of Ridgeview Baptist Church and was a volunteer with Hope Homes. Mrs. Horne retired from the Gorham Bronze Company. She was preceded in death by a son Ronald Wayne Horne. Survivors include two sons, Charles E. Horne and David A. Horne both of North Augusta; three daughters, Charlene H. Melton (Alex), Bobbi S. Powell (Mike) and Linda M. Horne (Wally) all of North Augusta; one brother, Wayne Gowin (Connie) of Towanda, PA; sister-in-law, Barbara Carey of North Augusta; nine grandchildren; one great-granddaughter; two nieces and two nephews. The family will receive friends at Rowland Funeral Home Friday, June 23, 2006 from 6 to 8 p.m. Memorials may be made to Hope Homes, 1744 Georgia Avenue, North Augusta, SC 29841. Rowland Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
John D. Wilkerson (SWAINSBORO, Ga.)
SWAINSBORO, Ga. - John D. "Jake" Wilkerson, age 77, of Swainsboro, GA died on Thursday, June 22, 2006. Funeral services will be Friday, June 23rd, at 3 PM in the Chapel of Peebles-Curry-Durden Mortuary. Interment will be in Eastbrook Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Peebles-Curry-Durden Mortuary tonight from 6 - 8 PM. Peebles-Curry-Durden Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.
Lizzie Allen (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mrs. Lizzie Allen entered into rest Saturday, June 17, 2006 at Doctors Hospital. Funeral service will be held Friday, June 23, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. at the Irvington Missionary Baptist Church, Allendale, Co., S.C. with Rev. W.H. Burson officiating. Burial will be at Beautiful Gate Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery, Allendale Co., S.C. Mrs. Allen was a native of Barnwell Co., S.C. and was a member of the Irvington Missionary Baptist Church where she served on the Usher Board. Mrs. Allen's hobby was fishing. Survivors are two daughters, Richardene Moment, Augusta, Mary Edwards, Allendale, S.C.; three sons, Herbert (Ida) Allen, Arthur (Josephine) Allen, Augusta, Edward Allen, Allendale; a host of grandchildren and great-grandchildren. The family will receive friends this evening 6 to 8 p.m. at the Moses Baptist Church. Williams Funeral Home, 1765 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Jeremiah Jones (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Graveside services for babyboy Jeremiah Jones, who entered into rest on June 20, 2006, will be conducted this Saturday June 24, 2006, at 2:30 PM at Magnolia Cemetery with Pastor Helen Turner officiating. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
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. The remains will in state in the church from 10 a.m. until the hour of service. Williams Funeral Home, 2945 Old Tobacco Road, Hephzibah, Ga.
Nellie Mae Cooper (AIKEN, S.C.)
AIKEN, S.C. -Funeral services for Mrs. Nellie Mae Cooper will be held Saturday at 2:00 PM at Midland Valley First Church of the Nazarene. The family will receive friends tonight from 6 until 9 at Hatcher Funeral Home & Cremation Service, U.S. Hwy. No. 1, Langley, SC
Robert L. Schrader (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Robert L. Schrader, age 73, entered into rest Wednesday, June 21, 2006 at his residence. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by Poteet Funeral Homes South Chapel, 3465 Peach Orchard Road, Augusta, Ga. 30906 (706)798-8886
Ann Dixon Caraway (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mrs. Ann Dixon Caraway, beloved wife of Arthur F. Caraway, entered into rest Wednesday, June 21, 2006 at Doctors Hospital. She was retired from Sears as a cashier, sales clerk and was a member of Central Baptist Church. Funeral services will be held Saturday, June 24, 2006 at 11:30 a.m. from Central Baptist Church with Reverend Jerry Wilson officiating. She will lie in state one hour prior to services. Interment will be at Hillcrest Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Grant Caraway, Kyle Caraway, Tyler Caraway, Daniel W. Caraway, Tony Miaco and Carlos Miaco. Survivors include her daughter, Cathie (Gene) Hemingway, Dublin, Ga.; sons, Michael A. (Betty) Caraway and Daniel A. (Michelle) Caraway, Augusta; eight grandchildren, two great-grandchildren and brother, James A. Dixon, Keysville, Ga. The family will receive friends Friday evening, June 23, 2006 from 7-9 p.m. at Elliott Sons Funeral Home, Lumpkin Road Chapel. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made at The Central Baptist Church, 3006 Richmond Hill Road, Augusta, Ga. 30906. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Alice Faye Jordan (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Alice Faye Jordan (White) entered into rest at Medical College of Georgia on Monday, June 19, 2006. Funeral services will be held Friday, June 23, 2006 at 3:00 P.M. in the chapel of Elliott Sons Funeral Home, 1134 Telfair Street, Augusta, Ga. with The Reverend George Webb officiating. Burial to follow in S.C.. Survivors include her former husband, Harriel Richard White, Augusta; two sons, Richard S. White and Edward Clifford White, both of Augusta; seven grandchildren, Tana Michelle White, Dalton Scottie White, Dylan Richard White, Cynthia Anjel White, Richard Scottie White, II, Precious Faye White, Jessica Lynn White; four sisters and five brothers. The family will receive friends tonight, Thursday June 22, 2006 from 6-8P.M. at Elliott Sons Telfair Street Chapel. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Christopher Wimberly (DUBLIN, Ga.)
DUBLIN, Ga. - Funeral services for Christopher Leon Wimberly, Jr. will be held Saturday, June 24, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at Wabash Church of God, interment in the Dudley Memorial cemetery in Dublin. Wake services will be held Friday at 7:00 p.m. at the Dudley Funeral Home in Dublin with the Rev. Horace Austin officiating.
Eddie Harris (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. - Mr. Eddie Harris, Sr., 77, of Ridge Road, entered in rest June 20, 2006 at Doctor's Hospital. Funeral arrangements will be announced later. G.L. Brightharp & Sons Mortuary, 614 West Ave., North Augusta, S.C.
Hugh Allen Fennell (MIDVILLE, Ga.)
MIDVILLE, Ga. - Hugh Allen Fennell, age 57, of Midville, GA died on Tuesday, June 20, 2006. Funeral services are Saturday morning, June 24th, at 10:30 AM in the Chapel of Peebles-Curry-Durden Mortuary. Interment will be in Eastbrook Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Peebles-Curry-Durden Mortuary Friday evening from 6 - 8 PM. Peebles-Curry-Durden Mortuary is in charge of arrangements.
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 this 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. Stephen D. Posey Funeral Home of North Augusta in charge of arrangements (803-278-1181). Visit the registry at www.poseyfuneralhome.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 Gordon; two brothers, Robert L. Jones, Gary A. Jones, Augusta; one aunt, Ruth Clinton, Augusta; nine grandchildren, LaFrayna Jones, Quinton Clay, Jalen Jones, Jakobe Jones, Seth Williams, Leonard Moore, Jr., Brandi Ross, Desiree Ross, Princess Ross; one great-grandchild; adopted daughters, Shante Gomillion, Kristen Lewis; mother-in-law, Emily Overton; 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.
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. You may sign the online guestbook at www.curtisfuneralhome.com Curtis Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements
Carroll Brown (EDGEFIELD, S.C.)
EDGEFIELD, S.C. - Mr. Carroll Brown, 51, of 511 Mims St., entered into rest June 20, 2006. Funeral arrangements will be announced later. Mr. Brown was a member of Jeter Baptist Church. Survivors include two sisters, Johnnie Simpkins, Columbia, S.C. and Melanie Brown, Edgefield; four brothers, George E. Brown, James Brown, both of Edgefield, Gregory Brown, Charleston, S.C. and Charles Brown, Columbia; and host of other relatives and friends. Family and friends may call the funeral home. G.L. Brightharp & Sons Mortuary, 250 Coral St., Edgefield, (803) 637-4900.
William R. Johnson (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. William Russell Johnson, Sr., 87, beloved husband of Louise Robinson Johnson, entered into rest on Tuesday, June 20, 2006 at his residence. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, June 24, 2006 at 11:00 AM at The Hill Baptist Church with Dr. Michael Ruffin, Dr. Al Cadenhead and Dr. Gordon Robinson officiating. Burial will follow at Westover Memorial Park. Mr. Johnson, a native of Montclair, New Jersey, was a professional baseball player. He joined the New York Yankees in 1943, and was named Rookie of the Year. He missed the next two seasons to serve in the United States Army during World War II, but after the war ended, he returned to baseball. He played in four World Series with the Yankees in 1943, 1947, 1949 and 1950. He was selected to the All Star Team in 1947. He was traded to the St. Louis Cardinals in 1951, and ended his baseball career two years later. He then went to work for the Graniteville Company as a shipping supervisor, and retired after almost 30 years of service. He was a member of The Hill Baptist Church, and a member of the Sim Folk Men's Sunday School Class. In addition to his wife Louise, he is survived by a son, William Russell Johnson, Jr. and wife, Janice; a daughter, Brenda Johnson Prince, and husband, Abbie, and a sister, Ann Johnson Frietag, of Waldwick, New Jersey. His grandchildren include Paula Prince Hughes, and husband, Chip, Taylor Leigh Johnson, Marty Danielle Hutto, and Jason Kirk Hutto. Pallbearers will be Scott Rodgers, Dr. J. Ben Deal, Dr. Bo Sherwood, Billy Hester, Gary Frietag, Kenny Frietag, Dr. Kevin Westra, and Jack Corley. If so desired, memorials may be made to The Hill Baptist Church, 2165 Kings Way, Augusta, Georgia, 30904, or to the Baptist Children's Home, 9420 Blackshear Highway, Baxley, Georgia, 31513. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Friday evening, June 23, 2006 from 7:00 to 9:00 PM. Platt's Funeral Home, 721 Crawford Ave., 733-3636. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Eugenia Harper Blair (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
HEPHZIBAH, Ga. - Mrs. Eugenia Harper Blair went home to be with the Lord on Friday, June 16, 2006 in Dekalb County, Georgia. Her fond and loving memories will forever be cherished by her beloved husband, Mr. Eric Blair; sons, Cameron Blair, Caleb Blair, and Cainan Blair; mother, Pearlene Jones; father, Mr. Eugene Harper; stepmother, Mrs. George Ann Harper; sisters, Pearlicia ( Annie) Harper, Paula C. Jones, Angel ( Kevin) Wright; brothers, Hampton Lavell Jones, Carlos Mack, and Marcus Mack; nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, others relatives and friends. Funeral services will be 1:00 pm Friday, June 23, 2006 at Kinsey & Walton Chapel with Pastor Richard Peoples officiating of Faith Outreach Ministries. Interment will follow at Mt. Olive Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends tonight from 6:00 - 8:00pm at Kinsey & Walton Funeral Home, 3618 Peach Orchard Road, 706)790-8858.
Sharon Whitehead (SWAINSBORO, Ga.)
SWAINSBORO, Ga. - Sharon Sumner Whitehead died on Tuesday, June 20, 2006. Funeral services will be Friday, June 23rd, at 11:00 AM in the Chapel of Peebles-Curry-Durden Mortuary. Interment will be in the Swainsboro City Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Peebles-Curry-Durden Mortuary Thursday evening from 6 - 8 PM and at the home of Charles and Martha Flanders. Peebles-Curry-Durden Mortuary.
Lizzie Allen (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mrs. Lizzie Allen entered into rest Saturday, June 17, 2006 at Doctors Hospital. Funeral service will be held Friday, June 23, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. at the Irvington Missionary Baptist Church, Allendale, Co., S.C. with Rev. W.H. Burson officiating. Burial will be at Beautiful Gate Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery, Allendale Co., S.C. Mrs. Allen was a native of Barnwell Co., S.C. and was a member of the Irvington Missionary Baptist Church where she served on the Usher Board. Mrs. Allen's hobby was fishing. Survivors are two daughters, Richardene Moment, Augusta, Mary Edwards, Allendale, S.C.; three sons, Herbert (Ida) Allen, Arthur (Josephine) Allen, Augusta, Edward Allen, Allendale; a host of grandchildren and great-grandchildren. The family will receive friends this evening 6 to 8 p.m. at the Moses Baptist Church. Williams Funeral Home, 1765 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Frank Buck (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. - Mr. Frank Buck, beloved husband of Sue Buck, went to be with Jesus on Thursday June 22, 2006, early in the morning.
Willie Marshall (THOMSON, Ga.)
THOMSON, Ga. - Funeral service for Rev. Willie (Bubba) Marshall of Harrison, Dr., Thomson, Ga., will be held on Friday, June 23, 2006 at 2:30 p.m. at the Stamps Branch Baptist Church, Warren County, Ga., Rev. Robert Martin officiating, interment in the church cemetery. The remains will only be viewed at the church beginning at 12:30 until the hour of service. There will be no viewing at the funeral home. Rev. Marshall was a McDuffie County native and a 1968 graduate of the former R.L. Norris High School. He was an associate pastor of Stamp Branch Baptist Church and had been employed as a meter reader with the Georgia Power for over 20 years. Survivors are a loving, devoted and dedicated wife, Mrs. Valerie Leverette Marshall; a loving daughter, Christina Marshall; a grandson, Jacambrian Rashaad Amir Marshall all of the home; a stepson, Darrel Rivers of Warrenton, Ga.; three loving brothers, Sheriff Logan (Johnnie Mae) Marshall and Wyman (Gloria) Marshallall of Thomson, Marion (Stephanie) Marshall of Augusta; nephews, niece, in-laws, other relatives and friends. The cortege will leave the residence at 1:55 p.m. Thomson Funeral System, Thomson, Ga., in charge. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Harmon Weston (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. Harmon Andrew Weston of Banbury Street entered into rest Sunday, June 18, 2006 at his residence. Funeral services will be held on Sunday, June 25, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. at B.A. Williams Memorial Chapel with Pastor Willie Jackson officiating. Burial will be at Mt. Olive Memorial Garden with full military honors. Williams Funeral Home, 2945 Old Tobacco Rd., Hephzibah, Ga.
Alice Faye Jordan (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Alice Faye Jordan (White) entered into rest at Medical College of Georgia on Monday, June 19, 2006. Funeral services will be held Friday, June 23, 2006 at 3:00 P.M. in the chapel of Elliott Sons Funeral Home, 1134 Telfair Street, Augusta, Ga. with The Reverend George Webb officiating. Burial to follow in S.C.. Survivors include her former husband, Harriel Richard White, Augusta; two sons, Richard S. White and Edward Clifford White, both of Augusta; seven grandchildren, Tana Michelle White, Dalton Scottie White, Dylan Richard White, Cynthia Anjel White, Richard Scottie White, II, Precious Faye White, Jessica Lynn White; four sisters and five brothers. The family will receive friends tonight, Thursday June 22, 2006 from 6-8P.M. at Elliott Sons Telfair Street Chapel. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Robert Henry Wilson (THOMSON, Ga.)
THOMSON, Ga. - Mr. Robert Henry (Buddy) Wilson of Ginger Hill Rd. Thomson, Ga. entered into rest June 22, 2006 at his residence. He was the beloved husband of Jewell Cranford Wilson. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced later Beggs Funeral Home 799 Cobbham Rd., Thomson, Ga. 595-4100
Alma Marie Garvin (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. -Funeral services for Mrs. Alma Marie 'Tunky' Garvin of Gilbert Manor will be conducted today, June 22, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. from the graveside at Macedonia Baptist Church Cemetery, Martinez, of which Rev. George Smith is pastor, with Rev. Marion Williams 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
Harmon Weston (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. Harmon Andrew Weston of Banbury Street entered into rest Sunday, June 18, 2006 at his residence. Funeral services will be held on Sunday, June 25, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. at B.A. Williams Memorial Chapel with Pastor Willie Jackson officiating. Burial will be at Mt. Olive Memorial Garden with full military honors. 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 this 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. Stephen D. Posey Funeral Home of North Augusta in charge of arrangements (803-278-1181). Visit the registry at www.poseyfuneralhome.com
Tyrhonda Moore (THOMSON, Ga.)
THOMSON, Ga. - Funeral service for Ms. Tyrhonda Moore of Thomson will be held Saturday, June 24, 2006 at 5:00 p.m. at the Greater St. James A.M.E. Church, Rev. Henry D. Andrews officiating. Interment in the Westview Cemetery. Survivors are one son, Fredquavous D. Moore; biological mother, Gwendolyn Hart Kendrick; adopted mother, Carrye Moore; biological father, David Johnson; brother, Waymon Lewis Moore; one sister; a special friend of the family, Helen Demon; godmother, Debra Griffin; sister-in-law, Jonnie Moore; a host of uncles, aunts, other relatives and friends. Thomson Funeral System in charge. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
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. Remains will lie in state at the church 12 noon until the hour of service. Family and friends will assemble at the residence at 12:15 p.m. Williams Funeral Home, 1765 Martin Luther King Jr., Blvd.
Beatrice Hammond (TRENTON, S.C.)
TRENTON, S.C. - Mrs. Beatrice Merriweather Hammond, 92, of Hammond Dr., entered into rest June 21, 2006 at her residence. Funeral services will be held 3:30 p.m., Saturday, June 24, 2006 at Carey Hill Baptist Church with the Rev. Clifford Williams officiating. Interment will be in the church cemetery. Mrs. Hammond, a native of Edgefield County, was a member of Carey Hill Baptist Church where she served as the chief of the ushers ministry , on the senior choir ministry, the deaconess ministry and the missionary ministry. She leaves to cherish her memory, five daughters, Mattie Hammond, Walter Lee Reese, Alberta (Johnny) Wimberly, Barbara (Henry) Smith and Gloria (Harold) Jackson; six sons, Charlie W. (Susie) Hammond, Otis (Louise) Hammond, Alex (Annie) Hammond, Harvest (Rubenia) Hammond, Theodis (Shirley) Hammond and Dennis (Addie) Carter; one sister, Ellen Callaham; one brother, Marshall (Rose) Merriweather; 25 grandchildren, 26 great-grandchildren, seven great-great-grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Friends may call at the residence or after 1 p.m. today at the funeral home. G.L. Brightharp & Son's Mortuary, 614 West Avenue, North Augusta, S.C.
Dean Trull (BEECH ISLAND, S.C.)
BEECH ISLAND, S.C. -Funeral services for Mr. George Dean Trull, 61, of Riverbend Drive, Beech Island, SC, who died June 21, 2006, will be conducted Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the Heights Baptist Church. Pastor Mark Canipe officiating. Interment in Southlawn Cemetery. Mr. Trull was a native of Canton, North Carolina, having made Beech Island his home for the past 25 years. He was a member of Heights Baptist Church and retired from Kimberly-Clark Corporation. Survivors include his wife, Sandra Lear Trull; a son and daughter-in-law, Kevin and Mandy Trull, Beech Island; three daughters and sons-in-law, Joy and Zachary Dicks, New Ellenton, Anesia and Alan Meierhenry, Beech Island, Sara Jane and Paul Wrona, Arnold, PA; two brothers, Jerry Trull, Waynesville, NC and Roy Trull, Hazelwood, NC; two sisters, Carleen Duckett, Clyde, NC and Cathey Mehaffey, Canton, NC; eight grandchildren, Alexis Dicks, Jazmine Dicks, Brett Meierhenry, Derek Meierhenry, Alex Meirehenry, Rachel Wrona, Katie Wrona and Sean Wrona; mother-in-law, Edith Ford, Beech Island. Pallbearers will be Darrel Duckett, James Duckett, Jerry Dean Mehaffey, Eddie Smith, Mark Lear, Terry Trull, Dean Trull and Dewayne Mehaffey. The family will receive friends at the funeral home this Thursday evening from 6 to 8. Memorials may be made to Heights Baptist Church Building Fund, 1601 Williston Road, Beech Island, SC 29842. 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
Katie Mae Bonner (SARDIS, Ga.)
SARDIS, Ga. - The funeral service for Ms. Katie Mae Bonner will be 3:00 p.m. Saturday at Beech Branch Baptist Church with Rev. Kenneth Davis officiating. Interment will be in the church cemetery. Her family will lovingly cherish her memories. Phinazee and Son Funeral Home, (706) 554-5500.
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. You may sign the online guestbook at www.curtisfuneralhome.com Curtis Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements
Ophelia N. Hammett (STAPLETON, Ga.)
STAPLETON, Ga. - Mrs. Ophelia Newsome Hammett, 79, widow of Mr. Frank Hammett, died Thursday, June 22, 2006 at the residence of her daughter in Stapleton. Funeral arrangements are incomplete but will be announced by Curtis Funeral Home.
William R. Johnson (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. William Russell Johnson, Sr., 87, beloved husband of Louise Robinson Johnson, entered into rest on Tuesday, June 20, 2006 at his residence. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, June 24, 2006 at 11:00 AM at The Hill Baptist Church with Dr. Michael Ruffin, Dr. Al Cadenhead and Dr. Gordon Robinson officiating. Burial will follow at Westover Memorial Park. Mr. Johnson, a native of Montclair, New Jersey, was a professional baseball player. He joined the New York Yankees in 1943, and was named Rookie of the Year. He missed the next two seasons to serve in the United States Army during World War II, but after the war ended, he returned to baseball. He played in four World Series with the Yankees in 1943, 1947, 1949 and 1950. He was selected to the All Star Team in 1947. He was traded to the St. Louis Cardinals in 1951, and ended his baseball career two years later. He then went to work for the Graniteville Company as a shipping supervisor, and retired after almost 30 years of service. He was a member of The Hill Baptist Church, and a member of the Sim Folk Men's Sunday School Class. In addition to his wife Louise, he is survived by a son, William Russell Johnson, Jr. and wife, Janice; a daughter, Brenda Johnson Prince, and husband, Abbie, and a sister, Ann Johnson Frietag, of Waldwick, New Jersey. His grandchildren include Paula Prince Hughes, and husband, Chip, Taylor Leigh Johnson, Marty Danielle Hutto, and Jason Kirk Hutto. Pallbearers will be Scott Rodgers, Dr. J. Ben Deal, Dr. Bo Sherwood, Billy Hester, Gary Frietag, Kenny Frietag, Dr. Kevin Westra, and Jack Corley. If so desired, memorials may be made to The Hill Baptist Church, 2165 Kings Way, Augusta, Georgia, 30904, or to the Baptist Children's Home, 9420 Blackshear Highway, Baxley, Georgia, 31513. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Friday evening, June 23, 2006 from 7:00 to 9:00 PM. Platt's Funeral Home, 721 Crawford Ave., 733-3636. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Grace Lambert (EVANS, Ga.)
EVANS, Ga. - Went to be with the Lord, June 21, 2006, Eileen Grace Lambert, infant daughter of Terry and Theresa Lambert of Evans, Ga. Other family members are her brothers, Christopher Lambert, John Patrick Lambert and Michael Lambert; maternal grandparents, Richard and Margaret Smith of Savannah, GA.; maternal great grandmother, Adelia Solovieff of Savannah; maternal great-grandparents, Col. and Mrs. Robert W. Smith of Deltona, FL; paternal grandparents, Clarence V. Lambert, Jr. of Harrodsburg, KY, Ray and Cheryl Duthu of Slidell, LA, paternal great grandparents, Alex and Lucy Band of Slidell, LA, Mr. and Mrs. Clarence V. Lambert, Sr. of Slidell. LA The funeral Mass will be Friday, June 23, 2006 at 10:15 AM at St. Mary On-the-Hill Catholic Church with Rev. Gerald Ragan celebrant. Interment will be in Westover Memorial Park Memorials in memory of Eileen, may be made to St. Mary On-the-Hill Catholic Church, 1420 Monte Sano Ave., Augusta, GA 30904 ThomasPoteet & Son Funeral Directors, 214 Davis Rd., Augusta, GA 30907 (706) 364-8484 Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Carolyn Houser (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Ms. Carolyn Houser entered into rest on Wednesday, June 21, 2006 at her daughter's residence. A memorial service will be held on Friday, June 23, 2006 at 11:00 AM at Platt's Crawford Ave. Chapel with Dr. Rodger Murchison officiating. Burial will be private. Ms. Houser worked for Richmond County as a senior code enforcement officer for 25 years. She was affectionately known by her friends at work as "Hon". Survivors include her daughters, Donna Hollingsworth Wray and husband, Brian, and Holly Ann Hollingsworth Perry; her sisters, Cookie Schmidt and husband, Levi, of Martinez, Maxine Cleckley of Graniteville, and Delores Holdren of Savannah; a granddaughter, Amber; grandsons, Tyler and Adam, and a number of nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Thursday evening, June 22, 2006 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Lisa Marie Kirkland (AIKEN, S.C.)
AIKEN, S.C. - Lisa Marie Kirkland, 45 beloved wife of James S. Kirkland, died Wednesday, June 21, 2006 at her residence. A native of Williamsport, PA, Lisa was a daughter of Leon Reeder and Marylyn 'Peach' Krape. She was the owner of the Cork & Bull Pub in Aiken. She was honorary lifetime member and treasurer of the Thoroughbred Dart Association. Survivors in addition to her husband include her father of Richmond, VA; her mother of Williamsport, PA; two sons, Joshua Delaney and Christopher Michael Delaney, both of Aiken; a step-daughter, Amanda Hope (Cliff) Hastings of Knoxville, TN; three brothers, Jimmy Reeder of Lewisburg, PA and Mike and Lee Reeder, both of Williamsport, two grandchildren, Cody Michael Hastings and Kendall Grace Hastings, and her paternal grandmother, Doris Reeder of Williamsport, and aunt and uncle, Cherry and Terry Cochran, Williamsport, PA and an uncle, Marty Reeder, Richmond, VA, two nieces and a nephew. Funeral services will be held Sunday at 3:00 PM in the chapel of Shellhouse - Rivers Funeral Home, 715 East Pine Log Rd., Aiken, SC. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 PM Saturday at the funeral home. Please visit the online memorial at www.shellhouseriversfuneralhome.com . Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Lillian C. Chard (BARNWELL, S.C.)
BARNWELL, S.C. - Mrs. Lillian C. Chard, 91, died Tuesday, June 20th. Services will be held Friday, 11:00 a.m., at Dyches Funeral Home Chapel. Burial following in the Barnwell County Cemetery. Visitation will be held Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m. at Dyches Funeral Home. The family has entrusted Dyches Funeral Home of Barnwell with the arrangements.
Lizzie Allen (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mrs. Lizzie Allen entered into rest Saturday, June 17, 2006 at Doctors Hospital. Funeral service will be held Friday, June 23, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. at the Irvington Missionary Baptist Church, Allendale, Co., S.C. with Rev. W.H. Burson officiating. Burial will be at Beautiful Gate Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery, Allendale Co., S.C. Family and friends will assemble at 1911 Valley Spring Rd., at 10:45 a.m. Williams Funeral Home, 1765 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.
Robert Henry Wilson (THOMSON, Ga.)
THOMSON, Ga. - Mr. Robert Henry (Buddy) Wilson of Ginger Hill Rd. Thomson, Ga. entered into rest June 22, 2006 at his residence. He was the beloved husband of Jewell Cranford Wilson. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced later Beggs Funeral Home 799 Cobbham Rd., Thomson, Ga. 595-4100
Sherrill Hamrick ( NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. -Funeral Services for Mr. Sherrill Hamrick, Jr., 72, of Pisgah Road, North Augusta, SC, who died June 22, 2006, will be conducted Saturday morning at 11 o'clock from the Stephen D. Posey Funeral Home. Dr. Gary C. Redding officiating. Interment in Pineview Memorial Gardens with Veterans Honors. Mr. Hamrick was a native of Shelby, North Carolina, having made North Augusta his home for the past 52 years. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of North Augusta, a U.S. Army Veteran and a member of the Jesse C. Lynch Memorial American Legion Post # 71. Mr. Hamrick was retired from the E.I. DuPont Company and Westinghouse at the Savannah River Site. Survivors include his wife Geri Mode Hamrick; a son and daughter-in-law, Mil and Denise Hamrick, Lincolnton, GA; a daughter and son-in-law, Kim and Johnny Scott, Aiken; a sister, Cynthia Hamrick, Grover, NC; five grandchildren, Josh Tindal, Glenn Scott, Johnny Snow, Thomas Burton and Carrie Burton. Honorary Pallbearers will be members of the Jesse C. Lynch Memorial American Legion Post # 71. Active Pallbearers will be Dan Ford, Bob Greene, Clyde Gurosik, Bud Parker, Tracy Mode, David Mode, Thomas Burton Josh, Tindal and Johnny Snow. The family will receive friends at the funeral home this Friday evening from 6 to 8. Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church of North Augusta, 625 Georgia Avenue, North Augusta, SC 29841. Stephen D. Posey Funeral Home of North Augusta in charge of arrangements (803-278-1181). Visit the registry online at www.poseyfuneralhome.com . Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Beatrice Hammond (TRENTON, S.C.)
TRENTON, S.C. - Mrs. Beatrice Merriweather Hammond, 92, of Hammond Dr., entered into rest June 21, 2006 at her residence. Funeral services will be held 3:30 p.m., Saturday, June 24, 2006 at Carey Hill Baptist Church with the Rev. Clifford Williams officiating. Interment will be in the church cemetery. Mrs. Hammond, a native of Edgefield County, was a member of Carey Hill Baptist Church where she served as the chief of the ushers ministry , on the senior choir ministry, the deaconess ministry and the missionary ministry. She leaves to cherish her memory, five daughters, Mattie Hammond, Walter Lee Reese, Alberta (Johnny) Wimberly, Barbara (Henry) Smith and Gloria (Harold) Jackson; six sons, Charlie W. (Susie) Hammond, Otis (Louise) Hammond, Alex (Annie) Hammond, Harvest (Rubenia) Hammond, Theodis (Shirley) Hammond and Dennis (Addie) Carter; one sister, Ellen Callaham; one brother, Marshall (Rose) Merriweather; 25 grandchildren, 26 great-grandchildren, seven great-great-grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Friends may call at the residence or after 1 p.m. today at the funeral home. G.L. Brightharp & Son's Mortuary, 614 West Avenue, North Augusta, S.C.
Fannie Evans Hall (CAMAK, Ga.)
CAMAK, Ga. - Funeral service for Mrs. Fannie Pearl Evans Hall of Camak, will be held on Saturday, June 24, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. at the Bethel A.M.E. Church, Norwood, Ga., Rev. Bennie Bouyer officiating, interment in the church cemetery. Survivors are husband, Mr. Joe R. Hall of Camak; a sister, Lucille Myrick of Warrenton, Ga.; brother-in-law, Willie L. Hall of Norwood; uncle, Dea. Willie Reese of Mesena, Ga.; aunts, Mrs. Marie Cody of Camak, Mrs. Emma Green of Warrenton, and Mrs. Birta Reese of Mesana; like a sister, Lillie Mae Lott; devoted niece, Mrs. Verna Green of Camak; devoted friends, Brenda Robinson, Louise Berry and Willie Arthur Berry; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Thomson Funeral System, Thomson, Ga., in charge. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Dean Trull (BEECH ISLAND, S.C.)
BEECH ISLAND, S.C. - Funeral services for Mr. George Dean Trull, 61, of Riverbend Drive, Beech Island, SC, who died June 21, 2006, will be conducted this Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the Heights Baptist Church. Pastor Mark Canipe officiating. Interment in Southlawn Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Heights Baptist Church Building Fund, 1601 Williston Road, Beech Island, SC 29842. Stephen D. Posey Funeral Home of North Augusta in charge of arrangements (803-278-1181). Visit the registry online at www.poseyfuneralhome.com .
John Peters (AIKEN, S.C.)
AIKEN, S.C. - Mr. John Peters, Sr., 76, of 431 Greenville St., NW, Aiken, departed this life Monday, June 19, 2006 at Aiken Regional Medical Center. Funeral service will be held Saturday, June 24, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. from the Jackson-Brooks Funeral Home Chapel. Friends may call at the Jackson-Brooks Funeral Home beginning 4 p.m. Friday.
James Arthur Bryant (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Alma Marie Garvin (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Eugenia Harper Blair (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
Lewis G. Tyson (LOGANVILLE, Ga.)
Lillian C. Chard (BARNWELL, S.C.)
Stewart C. Lilly (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Lillie Hillary (MARTINEZ, Ga.)
Samuel Simowitz (SAVANNAH, Ga.)
Eddie Harris (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Carroll Brown (EDGEFIELD, S.C.)
Dean Trull (BEECH ISLAND, S.C.)
Beatrice Hammond (TRENTON, S.C.)
Frank Buck (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Joseph Merriweather (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Willie Marshall (THOMSON, Ga.)
Austria tops list of potential sites for 2014 Winter Games
LAUSANNE, Switzerland - A traditional Alpine setting in the heart of Europe. A burgeoning winter sports center in east Asia. A lush sea and mountain resort on the Black Sea.
Austria tops list of potential sites for 2014 Winter Games
LAUSANNE, Switzerland - A traditional Alpine setting in the heart of Europe. A burgeoning winter sports center in east Asia. A lush sea and mountain resort on the Black Sea.
U.S. team needs win plus help to survive
Overtime
North Augusta's Lance Johnson will take a five-stroke lead into today's final round of the North Augusta Sertoma Junior Invitational.
Ronaldo, Brazil finally show what they can do
DORTMUND, Germany - Ronaldo found his goal-scoring touch to finally give Brazil the kind of convincing victory many expected to be routine in this World Cup.
Ronaldo, Brazil finally show what they can do
DORTMUND, Germany - Ronaldo found his goal-scoring touch to finally give Brazil the kind of convincing victory many expected to be routine in this World Cup.
Portugal proves its still a contender
GELSENKIRCHEN, Germany - Portugal powered into the second round of the World Cup. Mexico scrambled through.
Overtime
Augusta GreenJackets infielder Pablo Sandoval has been selected to the World Team for the eighth annual All-Star Futures Game, which will be played July 9 at Pittsburgh's PNC Park as part of Major League Baseball's All-Star week.
Overtime
North Augusta's Lance Johnson will take a five-stroke lead into today's final round of the North Augusta Sertoma Junior Invitational.
Portugal proves its still a contender
GELSENKIRCHEN, Germany - Portugal powered into the second round of the World Cup. Mexico scrambled through.
U.S. team needs win plus help to survive
NUREMBERG, Germany - Win and hope.
United States' cup run is over
NUREMBERG, Germany - They were confident. They were hyped. They promised that the world's game had arrived in the United States - and that the world best beware.
United States' cup run is over
NUREMBERG, Germany - They were confident. They were hyped. They promised that the world's game had arrived in the United States - and that the world best beware.
Overtime
Augusta GreenJackets infielder Pablo Sandoval has been selected to the World Team for the eighth annual All-Star Futures Game, which will be played July 9 at Pittsburgh's PNC Park as part of Major League Baseball's All-Star week.
Country music career has been a long party for Brooks & Dunn
Country music career has been a long party for Brooks & Dunn
Kix Brooks and Ronnie Dunn are on a roll this year, winning more awards, having one of the best singles of their career and even opening a show for The Rolling Stones.
Pet of the week
Casey, a female dachshund mix, is available for adoption through Molly's Militia.
Can you find it?
This week's image has been on top of things since the early 1900s.
Creative Goddesses give cheerful spirits free rein
At Elizabeth Barnes' North Augusta home Friday, nearly a dozen women got plastered.
Kids have adventure at science camps
Learning about fossils and mummies might have been cool for some children at Fort Discovery's summer camp, but Leah Richards was more interested in loot.
Georgia Southern University- Statesboro graduates
The following area students have graduated from Georgia Southern University, Statesboro:
Links to the future
The Augusta Chapter of the Links inducted nine members May 25 at a ceremony held at the Pinnacle Club in Augusta.
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.
Milestones
The Terminators won the third annual East Georgia Memorial Day Classic, a boys 11-and-under AAA baseball tournament held at the Diamond Lakes Sports Complex. Team members include Clint Hardy, Christian Hill, Cory Bryant, Taylor Widener, Landon Holley, Rusty Scott, Brad Roberts, Russ Maddrey, Austin Barton and Tray Roberts.
Reunions
WADLEY HIGH SCHOOL: Seeking classmates for a reunion Friday-Sunday, June 30-July 2; years include 1971-1985; call David Kelly at (706) 214-0173
Events will emphasize need for HIV testing
The Richmond County Health Department will hold a luncheon and an evening event for National HIV Testing Day on Tuesday.
This week
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; (706) 722-8341
Lecture series will celebrate Wilson's birth
Toys, china and silver will be the focus of a three-part lecture series in honor of the 150th anniversary of the birth of Woodrow Wilson.
Paine teacher composes pieces for ad, documentary
Music has been an important part of Don Cleary's life, but it's only been in recent months that the 54-year-old has received national attention for his compositions.
Man takes girlfriend up, up and away, pops the question
After marriage is proposed, many women feel as though they're on cloud nine.
Health and fitness calendar
The HEALTH AND FITNESS CALENDAR is a listing of support groups, activities and lectures. Send information to Health Calendar, The Augusta Chronicle Newsroom, P.O. Box 1928, Augusta, GA 30903-1928. Send information by fax to (706) 722-7403 and send e-mail to ryan.wehmeyer@augustachronicle.com. Please include a contact name and phone number.
Restaurant ratings
The following is a listing of restaurant ratings by the Richmond County Department of Environmental Health. Listed are the restaurant name, address, inspection date and the establishment's score (out of a perfect 100):
For the record
Sentencings, indictments, paroles and marriage licenses.
Around the block
L'Enfant will be shown through Friday at the Imperial Theatre, 745 Broad St., as part of the Indies at the Imperial series, which will show a newly released independent film each week through July. The films will be shown at 7 p.m. Wednesdays and 7 and 9:30 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays. Tickets are $6 for regular admission and $4 for seniors, students and military. Call (706) 722-8341.
Paine teacher composes pieces for ad, documentary
Man takes girlfriend up, up and away, pops the question
Georgia Southern University- Statesboro graduates
Creative Goddesses give cheerful spirits free rein
Kids have adventure at science camps
Events will emphasize need for HIV testing
Lecture series will celebrate Wilson's birth
Augusta's link to Stanley Cup champs is undeniable
Owner announces personnel changes
In a move to bolster the futures of two arena football teams, the Augusta Spartans have announced organizational changes that will also affect the recently acquired Florence Phantoms.
Owner announces personnel changes
In a move to bolster the futures of two arena football teams, the Augusta Spartans have announced organizational changes that will also affect the recently acquired Florence Phantoms.
Even rock stars will chill over ice cream
Secret identities put the adventure in some films
Secret identities put the adventure in some films
In reality, there's not much use for a secret identity. Sure, the guy in the witness protection program and the undercover cop who put him there might have an argument in favor, but for most of the world, we are who we are.
Even rock stars will chill over ice cream
Of all the sights, sounds and smells I encountered last weekend at the Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival in Manchester, Tenn., the most interesting was something I stumbled across in the off-limits artists area.
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