Around the block
Arts events and seminars taking place in the Aiken area.
School lunches
Aiken and Edgefield County school lunch menus.
This week
The Count Basie Orchestra will appear at 8 p.m. on Friday at the Etherredge Center.
Recreation activities
Aiken County Parks, Recreation and Tourism Department is seeking instructors for classes that include knitting, crocheting, karate, aerobics, pilates, yoga and more.
Sassafras Festival will have food, rides
Organizers of this year's Horse Creek/Midland Valley Sassafras Festival say it will feature a variety of activities - from the Sassafras Shuffle dance competition to carnival rides, barbecue and homemade ice cream.
Milestones
Aiken-Barnwell Community Action Agency has received a $98,000 grant from the Department of Health and Human Services.
Library listings
Operating hours, locations and phone numbers for local library branches.
Pet of the week
Glenda, a 5-month-old female mix, is available for adoption through the CSRA Humane Society. For more information, visit www.csrahumanesociety.org or call (706) 261-7387.
Health Calendar
The Health 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
Chocolate Festival is sweet way to spend day
Michele Bullington said her daughter Emma anxiously awaited last year's annual St. Mary Help of Christians Catholic School Chocolate Festival in downtown Aiken.
Classes promote healthful habits
Forget the fatback and the lard. That was one of the suggestions nutrition educator assistant Blond Simmons offered in the Healthy Alternative Cooking class Thursday at the Clemson University Cooperative Extension Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program.
Photo: Golden Harvest officers announced
Golden Harvest Food Bank recently announced its officers for fiscal year 2007. The officers include Kirk Stiles (from left), outgoing chairman; JoAnn J. Herbert, corporate secretary; Gary L. Snyder, vice chairman; William R. Thompson, chairman; and David C. Crews, treasurer. Not pictured are board members Phil Gaffney, Helen Sapp Godbee, Honor Hartzog and the Rev. K.B. Martin.
Events
Events and activities taking place in the Aiken County area.
Seniors Calendar
The Seniors Calendar lists items of interest to senior citizens. To list your activity, write to Seniors Calendar, The Augusta Chronicle, P.O. Box 1928, Augusta, GA 30903-1928. Send a fax to (706) 722-7403 or e-mail to feature@augustachronicle.com
Aiken County Farmers Market
The Aiken County Farmers Market, at Williamsburg Street and Richland Avenue, sells fresh produce daily, depending on weather, from about 8:30 a.m. until vendors are sold out. Call (803) 643-4660.
Photo: Palmetto Kiwanis Club officers
The Palmetto Kiwanis Club of Aiken held its installation of new officers Sept. 19. Shown are Carolinas District Gov. Bill Yarborough (from left), Angela Boyette and John Kelly. The following officers were installed by the governor: Kay Bodie, treasurer; Bessie Boyette, secretary; Brenda Taylor, president-elect; and Angela Boyette, president. Mr. Kelly will be the immediate past president and will serve on the board of directors.
Medieval banquets will honor friendship with Italian sister city
Few people get a chance to meet a duke or a duchess, and even fewer have the chance to become one.
Photo: Department of Energy power conference
Representatives from U.S. Department of Energy facilities across the country were in Augusta last week to meet with local DOE and Savannah River Site contractor officials and tour SRS.
Chick-fil-A spirit nights raise funds for elementary schools
Each week, Chick-fil-A plays host to spirit nights for Aiken County schools.
Applause Cover
Applause Cover for October 5, 2006
Quixote tilts at no windmills in this play
Quixote tilts at no windmills in this play
Rich, romantic and a little quixotic, Man of La Mancha uses the life of both Spanish writer Miguel de Cervantes and his most famous creation, Don Quixote, to expound on ideas as topical today as they were more than 400 years ago.
Running into trouble
NEW YORK - Minus two top starters, the New York Mets got dynamic postseason debuts from Carlos Delgado and David Wright to jump ahead of the Dodgers.
Marlins hire Gonzalez to replace fired Girardi
MIAMI - Once the runner-up to Joe Girardi for the job of managing the Florida Marlins, Fredi Gonzalez became his successor Tuesday.
Padres rookie ties his father
SAN DIEGO - Josh Barfield, the San Diego Padres' rookie second baseman, has already tied his father, Jesse, in playoff appearances.
Jeter's still the toast of the town
NEW YORK - He's a New York icon, as much a part of the city as the Empire State Building and the Statue of Liberty.
Athletics take control
MINNEAPOLIS - Right after two of his Minnesota teammates hit back-to-back home runs, Torii Hunter tried to be the hero.
Same old, same old
SAN DIEGO - With one swing of Albert Pujols' bat, a St. Louis Cardinals lineup that looked so sickly in September suddenly got a lot better under the California sun.
Marlins hire Gonzalez to replace fired Girardi
MIAMI - Once the runner-up to Joe Girardi for the job of managing the Florida Marlins, Fredi Gonzalez became his successor Tuesday.
Showalter is fired as Rangers manager
Showalter is fired as Rangers manager
ARLINGTON, Texas - Buck Showalter was fired as manager of the Texas Rangers on Wednesday, ending four seasons in which he was never able to get a team with several young All-Stars above third place in the AL West.
Athletics strike first
MINNEAPOLIS - In the place where Johan Santana usually can't be beaten, Barry Zito and Frank Thomas slowed Minnesota's momentum and gave Oakland a big boost to start the American League Division Series.
Jeter's still the toast of the town
NEW YORK - He's a New York icon, as much a part of the city as the Empire State Building and the Statue of Liberty.
Augusta to miss home price fallout
The five-year housing boom may be coming to an end in many parts of the country, but not in the Augusta area.
Toy wars
NEW YORK - Amazon.com and Toysrus.com - partners in the online toy world since 2000 - have become staunch rivals this holiday season, battling for consumers' share of dollars for toys.
Sales tax drops on grocery store items
AIKEN - Aiken County residents may not have noticed, but their food bill is a little lighter now.
Product problems piling up for Sony
Product problems piling up for Sony
TOKYO - It has been a horrible year for Sony.
Sales tax drops on grocery store items
Augusta to miss home price fallout
The five-year housing boom may be coming to an end in many parts of the country, but not in the Augusta area.
Ethanol construction coming
Plans for a local ethanol plant appear to be moving forward. Construction should commence in the next couple of months, according to company officials.
Editorial Cartoon 100506 - The Augusta Chronicle
Editorial Cartoon 100406 - The Augusta Chronicle
Stuckey joins list of injured Tigers
Clemson wide receiver Chansi Stuckey broke his foot in practice and could be sidelined up to five weeks.
Stuckey joins list of injured Tigers
Clemson wide receiver Chansi Stuckey broke his foot in practice and could be sidelined up to five weeks.
Bowden has bad memories of Wake
CLEMSON, S.C. - Clemson coach Tommy Bowden is a devout Christian who can quote a Bible verse as quickly as a scheme in the Tigers' playbook. Still, he can't help thinking evil thoughts about Wake Forest.
Bowden has bad memories of Wake
Davis maintains pace for school record
Reviewing and previewing college football:
Davis maintains pace for school record
2007 Regions Cup to feature 2 majors, expanded matches
School nightmare becomes real
The random killing of young school children is cruel, meaningless and inexplicable, but when the victims are young Amish girls it seems especially perverse.
Leadership fails again
The Augusta Commission had an opportunity to lead this week on an important issue, and took a pass.
Not another government program
Breaking the camel's back
We're not sure Nancy Pelosi even eats red meat. But Republicans are sure serving it up to her.
Not another government program
Efforts to keep kids from dropping out must start before high school, Gov. Sonny Perdue says.
Corrections
In the Sept. 30 editorial "Another reason to seal the border," the editorial should have stated that, as of midyear 2005, 6.4 percent of state and federal prisoners in the United States were not U.S. citizens.
Spotted in Augusta
Jason Mahoney, Timothy Wells, Montavius Morgan, Jonathan Scott and Cervantes Boddy, all fraternity brothers at Paine College, pose at Coconuts in Augusta.
Club calendar
Send your club's entertainment information to ryan.wehmeyer@augustachronicle.com or fax it to (706) 722-7403. Listings must be received by 6 p.m. Mondays.
Concert calendar
Big & Rich will perform at the HiFi Buys Amphitheatre in Atlanta on Saturday.
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.
All in the Family
A preview of the acts that will be performing at this week's KISS Family Reunion Concert and Festival.
Arts 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.
Just Fresh gives diners in Martinez another choice
Just Fresh Bakery Cafe & Market, a Charlotte, N.C.-based restaurant chain, has opened at 502 Furys Ferry Road in Martinez.
Stuff to do
Radio station WKSP-FM (96.3) will have its Kiss Family Reunion concert Saturday featuring Ruben Studdard, Tamia and Freddie Jackson.
Sweet selection of sugary little darlings
Newly chic though they are, appearing on an ever wider range of social scenes, cupcakes are still their disarming little selves under all the fancy frosting and avant-garde garnish.
Diners won't be bothered by Shoo-Fly Pie's sweetness
Perhaps no other dessert is so identified with Pennsylvania Dutch country as Shoo-Fly Pie. This dark, sticky, sweet pie was made famous by Dinah Shore's 1946 hit song Shoo Fly Pie and Apple Pandowdy.
Sweet selection of sugary little darlings
Diners won't be bothered by Shoo-Fly Pie's sweetness
Jackets linemen are fleet of foot
ATLANTA - Offensive linemen work together to achieve a single goal.
Jackets linemen are fleet of foot
ATLANTA - Offensive linemen work together to achieve a single goal.
Offensive numbers are hard to fathom
ATLANTA - Georgia Tech's James Johnson can empathize with the college football channel surfers.
Offensive numbers are hard to fathom
Ping begins rebate offer for military
In a ground-breaking move, active-duty and reserve members of the U.S. military now can receive rebates on Ping golf equipment.
Ping begins rebate offer for military
Faldo to call, not play in Masters
Faldo to call, not play in Masters
Nick Faldo joined CBS Sports as its lead golf analyst Tuesday, giving him more air time than any other golf broadcaster but a job that will keep him from playing in the Masters Tournament.
'World' events fail to live up to their name
'World' events fail to live up to their name
The four men all appeared to be in their late 20s, and they were a bundle of enthusiasm. They ran from the tee box to the middle of the fairway, then to the green, searching for the best view.
Jefferson County star impresses
Jefferson County coach J.B. Arnold hated to say it. Or at least acknowledge it so soon.
Jefferson County star impresses
Jefferson County coach J.B. Arnold hated to say it. Or at least acknowledge it so soon.
Ovechkin has high hopes for 2nd year
SPRINGFIELD, Va. - Alex Ovechkin grabbed a golf club for the first time in his life at the Washington Capitals' preseason charity tournament. After a few minutes of instruction, he began hitting. Well, shanking, really.
Sabres put damper on special night
RALEIGH, N.C. - Daniel Briere scored the only goal in a shootout and Ryan Miller stopped Carolina cold to give the Buffalo Sabres a 3-2 victory over the Stanley Cup-champion Hurricanes on Wednesday night in a season-opening rematch of last year's Eastern Conference finals.
Sabres put damper on special night
RALEIGH, N.C. - Daniel Briere scored the only goal in a shootout and Ryan Miller stopped Carolina cold to give the Buffalo Sabres a 3-2 victory over the Stanley Cup-champion Hurricanes on Wednesday night in a season-opening rematch of last year's Eastern Conference finals.
Ovechkin has high hopes for 2nd year
Frozen shrimp gets hot with Caribbean flair
Frozen peeled and deveined shrimp is a boon for busy cooks. The shrimp can be defrosted in cold water in a matter of minutes, leaving you with just one question - how do we want to sauce it up tonight?
Frozen shrimp gets hot with Caribbean flair
Through unity, we can move forward
After reading the Oct. 4 headlines about First Friday; commissioners approving interim District 4 Commissioner Calvin Stevenson Sr. and the new employee to be in charge of taxes in Richmond County; and the upcoming mayoral election in November, it is time for us all to remember that it does take a village of concerned, caring, loving people to make a difference for the better.
Nuclear waste risk isn't that big
Many have responsibility for teens
"No matter what authorities do, parents have to get involved in their teenagers' lives," Richmond County Sheriff's Sgt. Richard Roundtree said in the Sept. 30 Augusta Chronicle regarding gang activity.Helen A. Skinner, Augusta
Leadership excellence can come at modest cost
Where are Dems who hate America?
Where are Dems who hate America?
In answer to Hubert Baker's letter decrying the supposed radical left, hate-America-first crowd ("Commit to success in war on terror," Sept. 23), I would like to simply say I know many liberal Democrats, but I have never encountered one who hates the United States of America. They may hate the radical right just as Mr. Baker obviously hates the radical left.James Connell, Augusta
Many have responsibility for teens
Nuclear waste risk isn't that big
Homes in the CSRA have enough household chemicals and prescription and over-the-counter drugs and pesticides to kill everyone in the house many times over, and enough guns and ammunition to do the same thing. A recent Chronicle headline read "1 billion tobacco deaths forecast."Don Hostetler, North Augusta, S.C.
Leadership excellence can come at modest cost
In mid-October each year, a leadership conference attracts more than 500 first line managers from throughout the Southeast. Held in Black Mountain just east of Asheville, N.C., this nonprofit conference, administered by the school of business of Auburn University, has been under way for more than 70 years.
Through unity, we can move forward
South Park
One reason South Park is so good is the united front, the shared vision, of creators Matt Stone and Trey Parker.
Ducks still sending players Lynx's way
Ducks still sending players Lynx's way
The Augusta Lynx are beginning to reap the rewards of their first-year NHL affiliation with the Anaheim Ducks, as several promising players already are trickling down to the minor-league ECHL squad.
Drownings detailed in court
WARRENTON, Ga. - Lottie Payne sobbed Tuesday as a medical examiner described the panic and suffering that almost certainly accompanied the 2005 drowning deaths of her two young children.
Fire damages Augusta business
Augusta fire investigators are looking into a fire which severely damaged a Barton Chapel Road business early this morning.
School officials promise extra security on Friday
Residents say man claimed to be officer
Columbia County promotes majority who failed key test
Nearly 200 Columbia County pupils made it to the next grade despite failing a retest of a mandatory state exam.
Mayor is endorsed by political group
Schools under patrol
With the rash of violence striking the nation's schools in recent days, Richmond County plans more police patrols and more security searches in its schools.
Research grant pursued
The breakthroughs in the labs at the Medical College of Georgia need to find their way into the neighborhoods and counties surrounding Augusta much quicker, and to do that, MCG is going to change the way it does business, officials said.
District 4 leader named
Augusta has a new District 4 commissioner, briefly; a new chief tax appraiser; is closer to a drag-racing strip; and you haven't heard the last of First Friday.
Shooting suspect killed in Florida
Sports council contract OK'd
WHAT THEY DISCUSSED: A contract between Columbia County and the Greater Augusta Sports Council that is based on events and allocates $14,000 to the council in the next fiscal year for bringing sporting events to Columbia County.
N. Augusta has parcel in mind for parking
Rants and raves
CALLING THE PRESIDENT, or anyone else for that matter, derogatory names demonstrates a infantile demeanor and an un-Christianlike view of God's children.
Kid of the Day
Isaiah S. Wilson, of Augusta, is today's kid of the day.
Columbia County temporarily out of flu vaccine
Members OK review of school action plans
Source: Nationals to interview Pendleton
ATLANTA -- The Washington Nationals asked and were granted permission to interview Braves hitting coach Terry Pendleton for their managerial opening, a source familiar with the situation said Thursday.
Threat boosts security at school
Fraternities turn down UGA offer
ATHENS, Ga. - Spurning a University of Georgia offer to move their fraternity houses away from the Lumpkin Street sites they've held for more than 50 years, fraternity leaders issued a statement Tuesday hinting at the influence of their alumni and their financial contributions to UGA.
Schools see gap in PACT
AIKEN - Two weeks ago, Aiken County teachers breathed a sigh of relief when Palmetto Achievement Challenge Test scores came in above state averages. It meant they were doing something right.
Pumpkin pitch
Byron Slipson (left) tosses a large pumpkin to Ben Cooper as they unload a truck at a roadside stand on Hilton Head Island, S.C. The men work for Poppell's Produce Farm.
Georgia Power to resubmit request to increase its rate
Cyclists seek safer roads
AIKEN - A group of local bicycling enthusiasts is peddling a message to bring safer cycling and pedestrian conditions to the area.
Residents demand tax-rate relief
Georgia Power to resubmit request to increase its rate
ATLANTA - Georgia Power will file a new request for a rate increase with Georgia Public Service Commission.
Across the area
BARNWELL, S.C. - Williston police and the Barnwell County Sheriff's Office are searching for a Virginia fugitive they think has been impersonating a police officer to evade capture.
Break in routine turns out to be worth $1 million
Across Georgia
SAVANNAH, GA. - Mell Traylor has voted in South Carolina, drives a Mercedes Benz with South Carolina tags and last year filed legal documents listing his home address in Hilton Head Island, S.C.
Old memories help 'The Girls of '38' stay lively
Rants and raves
REPUBLICAN congressman has a thing for underage boys, and the party leaders knew, but didn't tell, for over a year. The pope makes stupid remarks about Islam and insults an entire religion. Politics truly does make strange bedfellows.
Flu shots scarce but more on way
Subcommittees to rank applicants
Clayton County police make arrest in Jacobs slaying
Hugs for Dad
Ricky Bledsoe, a soldier in the 228th Signal Brigade of the South Carolina National Guard, hugs his family at the Spartanburg National Guard Armory after returning Wednesday from his tour in Afghanistan.
Man jailed in fatal wreck
A Richmond County Superior Court judge ordered a man to spend the next four years in prison for driving in a wreck that killed his best friend around Christmas time last year.
Rants and raves
REPUBLICAN congressman has a thing for underage boys, and the party leaders knew, but didn't tell, for over a year. The pope makes stupid remarks about Islam and insults an entire religion. Politics truly does make strange bedfellows.
Foundation announces scholarship opportunities
AIKEN -- Students from 24 area high schools have a chance to win at least $2,000 in a new math, science and engineering scholarship from the Energy Solutions Foundation.
Students choose to stay home after threat
The normally crowded hallways of Evans High School were more spacious Wednesday as more than 500 students skipped classes to avoid threatened harm.
Fraternities turn down UGA offer
Mayor is endorsed by political group
Mayor Deke Copenhaver won the backing of a well-established political group Tuesday in his re-election bid.
Man jailed in fatal wreck
A Richmond County Superior Court judge ordered a man to spend the next four years in prison for driving in a wreck that killed his best friend around Christmas time last year.
Threat boosts security at school
Columbia County sheriff's officials say they will provide increased security today at Evans High School after a threatening message was found at the school on Friday, mentioning today's date.
Kid of the Day
Isaiah S. Wilson, of Augusta, is today's kid of the day.
Kid of the Day
Janae' Walden, of Augusta, is today's kid of the day.
Break in routine turns out to be worth $1 million
Seventy-one-year-old Rodgers Washington is a casual lottery player - once a week, maybe, with a simple scratch-off ticket.
Residents demand tax-rate relief
EDGEFIELD - Power in numbers helped more than 80 residents persuade the Edgefield County Council to revisit millage increases on Tuesday.
News you can use.
With fall evenings come crisp weather and lots of deer on the roads. Most accidents between vehicles and deer occur during breeding season, between October and December, and more than half take place between 5 p.m. and midnight. To avoid the threat:
Thomas to speak at UGA
ATHENS, Ga. - U.S. Supreme Court Associate Justice Clarence Thomas will headline the annual Blue Key Awards banquet at the Georgia Center on Oct. 20.
Pupils walk path for change
AIKEN - Dozens of North Aiken Elementary parents lugged bookbags as their children ran ahead on the orange clay path toward the school for National Walk to School Day on Wednesday.
Subcommittees to rank applicants
WHAT WAS DISCUSSED: A ranking system for applications for the post. Using a one to five scale, with five being the best, two subcommittees will meet to rank separate areas of the application: completed application; professional information; education, certification; work experience in both teaching and administration; references; honors and awards; professional affiliation and development; education philosophy and applicant statement; and overall application, which would include the rsum and the grammar and syntax of the applicant's responses.
Board broadens search for chief
The ground rules were established, and the Richmond County school board moved forward with plans for a national search to replace Superintendent Charles Larke.
Rants and raves
CALLING THE PRESIDENT, or anyone else for that matter, derogatory names demonstrates a infantile demeanor and an un-Christianlike view of God's children.
Shooting suspect killed in Florida
SAVANNAH, Ga. - Florida authorities shot and killed a Savannah man wanted in a string of deadly crimes along the East Coast, including a shooting and armed robbery in Effingham County.
Across the area
BARNWELL, S.C. - Williston police and the Barnwell County Sheriff's Office are searching for a Virginia fugitive they think has been impersonating a police officer to evade capture.
Sierra Club list slams GOP
ATLANTA - Sen. Casey Cagle, the GOP nominee for lieutenant governor, is among 13 Republicans making the "Dirty Baker's Dozen" list of public officials released by a state environmental group Tuesday.
Fire forces evacuation of Evans business
A fire at US Battery in Evans led to the evacuation of the business this afternoon.
Members OK review of school action plans
WHAT WAS DISCUSSED: The board met for a two-hour workshop Tuesday night for an overview of the federal No Child Left Behind Act and the standards termed adequate yearly progress.
News you can use
TODDLER STORYTIME: The event, for ages 2 months to 3 years, will be from 10:05 to 10:25 a.m. at the Appleby Branch Library, 2260 Walton Way. Call (706) 736-6244.
Flu shots scarce but more on way
Richmond County has fewer than 400 flu shots right now for its flu clinics, but officials said more are on the way, probably before the end of the month, and there is plenty of time to get protected.
New credit card scam identified
Residents say man claimed to be officer
NORTH AUGUSTA - A Warrenville man has been arrested after police said he impersonated a law enforcement officer while drunk.
Board broadens search for chief
New credit card scam identified
The last people who need your credit card number and Social Security number over the phone are credit card companies.
Georgia thrives on life science, analysis finds
Witchcraft or fantasy?
ATLANTA - A suburban Atlanta mother pleaded Tuesday with a hearing officer for the state Board of Education to remove Harry Potter books from county school libraries, calling the popular fiction series an "evil" attempt to indoctrinate children in the Wicca religion.
Interim's contract drawn up
The ink is barely dry on the contract Richmond County school board members signed with Superintendent Charles Larke, but they are already entering more negotiations.
Old memories help 'The Girls of '38' stay lively
The way Minnie Allerton Alcorn recalls it, her best friend's dress at the dance is just as vibrant as it was in 1938.
Schools see gap in PACT
AIKEN - Two weeks ago, Aiken County teachers breathed a sigh of relief when Palmetto Achievement Challenge Test scores came in above state averages. It meant they were doing something right.
Survivors' portrait
Jeanette Young and Bertie Turner had a lot more in common than they first realized.
Gingrich compares sex scandals
SRS waste plan settled
AIKEN - State environmental officials and the U.S. Department of Energy have settled a months-long dispute over the burial of nuclear waste at Savannah River Site.
Columbia County promotes majority who failed key test
Gingrich compares sex scandals
GREENVILLE, S.C. - Former House Speaker Newt Gingrich says Democrats have done far worse things than sending lurid Internet messages to male teenage pages, actions that led to the resignation of U.S. Rep. Mark Foley.
Students choose to stay home after threat
Pupils walk path for change
AIKEN - Dozens of North Aiken Elementary parents lugged bookbags as their children ran ahead on the orange clay path toward the school for National Walk to School Day on Wednesday.
Columbia County temporarily out of flu vaccine
Research grant pursued
The breakthroughs in the labs at the Medical College of Georgia need to find their way into the neighborhoods and counties surrounding Augusta much quicker, and to do that, MCG is going to change the way it does business, officials said.
Psychologist says mother suffered abuse as child
WARRENTON, Ga. -- Lottie Payne's dysfunctional childhood included abuse by virtually everyone she should have been able to trust, a court-appointed psychologist testified at her trial Tuesday.
Mother answers charges
WARRENTON, Ga. - A tearful Lottie Payne faced her accusers - and the jury - from the witness chair Wednesday afternoon, denying the state's assertion that she is criminally responsible for the drowning of her two young children.
Thomson woman dies of wreck injuries
Across the region
WATKINSVILLE, GA. - Two 15-year-old girls have been identified as the people who posted sexually explicit messages about fellow students on the online networking site MySpace.com, a sheriff's official said Wednesday.
Bond denied for south Georgia doctor
Across the area
COLLEGE PARK, Ga. - Police have arrested a man in the death of woman with ties to Augusta whose body was found in her apartment bathtub.
Warren County toddler case goes to jury
WARRENTON, Ga. -- Jurors began deliberations at 11:20 a.m. today in the trial of a Warren County woman accused in the 2005 drowning deaths of her two toddlers.
Interim's contract drawn up
The ink is barely dry on the contract Richmond County school board members signed with Superintendent Charles Larke, but they are already entering more negotiations.
Sutton to leave TBS job in '07
Hall of Famer Don Sutton will not be back as an announcer next season with Turner Sports, the group made public Wednesday.
Georgia thrives on life science, analysis finds
ATLANTA - Georgia's life science industry still makes up only a small part of the state's economy, but those types of biotechnology and medical companies are growing faster than more traditional sectors, a report released Wednesday concluded.
Jury returns quick verdict in Warren County deaths
Hugs for Dad
Ricky Bledsoe, a soldier in the 228th Signal Brigade of the South Carolina National Guard, hugs his family at the Spartanburg National Guard Armory after returning Wednesday from his tour in Afghanistan.
Holiday closings
The following holiday schedules have been announced for Columbus Day:
News you can use.
With fall evenings come crisp weather and lots of deer on the roads. Most accidents between vehicles and deer occur during breeding season, between October and December, and more than half take place between 5 p.m. and midnight. To avoid the threat:
Holiday closings
The following holiday schedules have been announced for Columbus Day:
N. Augusta has parcel in mind for parking
NORTH AUGUSTA - More land and more parking. The city needs both for its $19.5 million municipal center at the intersection of Georgia and Bluff avenues.
This is not the best time for Vols to visit 'Dogs
ATHENS, Ga. - If this is midseason form, the Georgia Bulldogs are in bad shape. Even they know it.
Restored 'Little Mermaid' retains magic of Disney
Cast belongs in unemployment line
Jessica Simpson, Dane Cook, Dax Shepard and colleagues will not be in the running for Hollywood's employee of the month for their new comedy.
Cast belongs in unemployment line
Out on DVD
New DVD releases include X-Men: The Last Stand, Scarface, Lewis Black, Edmond, and Monty Python and the Holy Grail.
Scorsese makes 'The Departed' his own
This is what you want in a Martin Scorsese film: beautifully edited, brutally violent sequences brimming with life even as bodies are hitting the floor, all awash in a blaring Rolling Stones tune.
Scorsese makes 'The Departed' his own
Restored 'Little Mermaid' retains magic of Disney
When it was released in 1989, Disney's The Little Mermaid was hailed as something more than merely another animated puff pastry from the Mouse House.
Mini reviews
All listings are subject to change. Call the theaters for times. For an online movie guide, go to augustachronicle.com/movies.
Balancing act
Success for Tamia - as a performer, a parent, a wife and businesswoman - is about balance.
Killers lose creative depth on 'Sam's Town'
With Sam's Town, The Killers have slid into a killer sophomore slump, replacing swagger with solemnness and energy with ego.
Kelley takes music into his own hands
Kelley takes music into his own hands
After two successful major-label albums, Augusta native Josh Kelley is turning his back on much of the music business, although not the music itself.
Killers lose creative depth on 'Sam's Town'
Break-out band appears at Augusta's Blue Horse
Born in Marietta, Ga., and reared in Raleigh, N.C., singer-songwriter Bain Mattox said he lives and breathes his musical passion.
Break-out band appears at Augusta's Blue Horse
Stewart had busy weekend at tracks
NASCAR Newsmaker: Greg Biffle
Greg Biffle has a chance to lead the most laps this year, but it won't mean much in the Chase for the Championship. After finishing second in last year's playoffs, he missed the cut this year.
Stewart had busy weekend at tracks
Tony Stewart ran 567 racing laps in a 24-hour period last weekend. The final 267 were his best.
Boom or bust
TALLADEGA, Ala. - Jimmie Johnson's hopes in the Chase for the Championship were crushed two years ago with engine trouble at Talladega Superspeedway. A year later, he crashed at the 2.66-mile racetrack.
Morrison good fit for Bobcats
WILMINGTON, N.C. - Adam Morrison looks just as he did as a college star at Gonzaga, from the floppy long hair that bounces with every jump shot to his trademark mustache.
Ruby Hughes (FALLS CHURCH, Va.)
FALLS CHURCH, Va. - Mrs. Ruby Jenkins Hughes, 93, of Falls Church, VA, and formerly of Valdosta, GA, passed away on September 30, 2006 at the Virginia Hospital Center, Arlington, VA from complications due to pneumonia. Graveside services will be held Wednesday, today, at 1:00 P.M. in Magnolia Cemetery, Waynesboro, GA, with the Reverend Sue Diebolt officiating. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Habersham United Methodist Church, 2060 Habersham Church Road, Perkins, GA 30822; or to Iona Senior Services, 4125 Albermarle Street, NW, Washington, DC, 20016, www.iona.org . Chance & Hydrick Funeral Directors, 2502 Richmond Hill Road Augusta, Georgia 30906.
Ethel H. Paschal (THOMSON, Ga.)
THOMSON, Ga. - Memorial services for Mrs. Ethel H. Paschal, 96, a resident of Thomson Manor Nursing Home, will be held on Wednesday, October 4, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. at the Thomson Funeral System Chapel with Rev. Roscoe Perry officiating. Thomson Funeral System, Thomson, Ga. is in charge of arrangements.
Brenda Morrison (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Ms. Brenda "Faye" Morrison, age 55, entered into rest Monday, October 2, 2006 at Heartland Hospice. Ms. Morrison was born in Highland Park, MI. She was the daughter of Avis "Eulene" Simmons and Alvin Luther Morrison, of Erin, TN. Ms. Morrison served in the U.S. Army where she received the National Defense Medal. Ms. Morrison went to work for the Medical College of Georgia as an instructor. She later was employed by the Veterans Administration Hospital as a Clinical Nurse Specialist in Adult Mental Health Services. She had resided in Augusta in the past; and in 1989, moved back and made Augusta her home. A memorial service will be at 11:00 a.m., Thursday, October 5, 2006 from the Chapel of Elliott Sons Funeral Home, 4255 Columbia Road, Martinez with Reverend Steve Hartman officiating. Honorary pallbearers will be Employees of the Veterans Administration Hospital. Additional survivors include one brother, Roger Morrison (Sherry) of Franklin, TN, and their children, David (Robin), Eric (Kathy), and Keith (Christy); two sisters, Vickie Allen (Charles) of Erin, TN, and their children, Christine and Callie, Teresa Morrison Sanders of Harlem and her children, Matt (Lauren), Brooke Faye, and Michael; a grandmother, Velma Morrison of Lafayette, GA; a special companion, Annette Bridges of Augusta; and her special pet Schnauzer, "Teddy". Faye's family would like to extend a special thanks to the Employees of Heartland Hospice: Bela Humphries, Shannon McGinley, Angie Cobb, and the In Patient Staff; and to Annette and Eric for helping Teresa care for her sister in this very difficult time. Ms. Morrison was preceded in death by her grandfather; Luther Morrison and a brother in law; Keith Sanders. If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to Heartland Hospice, 1365 Interstate Parkway, Augusta, Georgia 30906. The family will receive friends Wednesday, October 4, 2006 from 6:00 until 9:00 p.m. at the funeral home.Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Arthur Griffin (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. - Mr. Arthur Griffin, 82, of Old Aiken Road entered into rest October 3, 2006 at Medical College of Georgia. Funeral arrangements will be announced later. Mr. Griffin, a native of Edgefield County, was a member of Poplar Spring Baptist Church. Survivors include his wife, Martha Turner Griffin; a daughter, Rosa Lisa (Pierce) Cook; a son, Timothy Cecil Griffin; four sisters, Annie Griffin, Ruth Ellen White, Lucy (Rev. Willard) Stover and Hattie B. Griffin; daughter-in-law, Brenda Griffin; sister-in-law, Georgia Griffin; brother-in-law, Thomas (Annie) Turner; eight grandchildren, five great-grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and friends. G.L. Brightharp & Sons Mortuary, 614 West Avenue, North Augusta, S.C.
Blanche Mobley (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mrs. Blanche Robinson Mobley entered into rest on Monday, October 2, 2006 at Kentwood Nursing Facility. She is the loving and devoted wife of Mr. Bennie Mobley, Jr. Other survivors are her children, Cynthia M. Brown, Veronica S. Williams, Delano R. (Shaster) Mobley all of Beech Island, SC., Rufus Williams, Rock Hill, SC.; seven grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren; a devoted cousin Willie Lou Bates; sister-in-law Etolia Phoenix, Jacksonville, Fl., and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Funeral arrangements will be announced later by Kinsey & Walton Funeral Home, 3618 Peach Orchard Road. (706) 790-8858
James Weaver (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest Monday, October 2, 2006 at University Hospital. Mr. James Weaver, Jr. of Barry Drive. Funeral services will be conducted on Saturday, October 7, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. from W. H. Mays Mortuary Chapel with Rev. Echol Miller officiating. Interment will be in Southview Cemetery. Mr. Weaver retired from the Medical College of Georgia. Survivors are three daughters, Minnie (Ron) Weaver, Annie (Carl) Wideman and Patricia (Alexander) Fleming; one brother, Charlie (Inez) Burton; two sisters, Minnie Brooks and Sarah English; four grandchildren; one great-granddaughter; a devoted cousin, Doreatha Hampton; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Friends may call the home of his daughter, Minnie Weaver or W. H. Mays Mortuary, 1221 James Brown Boulevard, Augusta, GA (706) 722-6401.
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State Rep. Pete Warren, D-Augusta, died Wednesday at University Hospital after an illness.
Mildred R. King (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest October 2, 2006 at Doctors Hospital. Mrs. Mildred R. King, 87, wife of the late Mr. Ira King. Graveside service will be held Friday, October 6, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. at Westview Cemetery with Rev. John Tate officiating. Family and friends will assemble at the graveside. Mrs. King was born in Williston, S.C. and retired from Interprize Mill. She was a member of First Advent Christian Church and a resident of "The Place of Martinez." Survivors include two daughters, Sandra K. Burns, Augusta and Myra K. Sorrow and husband Mark, Waynesboro, Ga.; five grandchildren and four great grandchildren. No visitation at the funeral home. Florist: Friday, 11:00 a.m. Thomas L. King Funeral Home, 124 Davis Rd, Martinez, Ga. 706-863-6747 Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Adna L. Stein (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest Tuesday, October 3, 2006 at University Hospital. Mr. Adna L. Stein of Park Place Court, husband of Mrs. Julia Stein. Funeral arrangements will be announced later. Friends may call the residence or W.H. Mays Mortuary, 1221 James Brown Boulevard, Augusta, Ga. 30901. (706) 722-6401.
Adna L. Stein (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest Tuesday, October 3, 2006 at University Hospital. Mr. Adna L. Stein of Park Place Court, husband of Mrs. Julia Stein. Funeral services will be conducted Saturday, October 7, 2006 at 12:00 noon from Williams Memorial Christian Methodist Episcopal Church with Rev. Dr. Paul W. Gardner, Sr., Pastor, officiating. Interment will be in Mount Olive Memorial Gardens. Friends may call the residence or W. H. Mays Mortuary, 1221 James Brown Boulevard, Augusta, GA 30901 (706) 722-6401. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Billy G. Brewer (JEWELL, Ga.)
JEWELL, Ga. - Mr. Billy G. (Buck) Brewer, age 74, beloved husband of Mrs. Evelyn Dye Brewer of Brewer Road died Tuesday October 3, 2006 at the McDuffie Regional Medical Center. Private funeral services will be held at a later date. Mr. Brewer was a native of Calhoun County, GA, however, he had been a Warren County resident for many years. He was a retired heavy equipment operator and a Methodist. Survivors include, his wife, Mrs. Evelyn Dye Brewer; two daughters, Teresa B. Rodgers, Tifton, GA. and Angela B. Roberts, Gray, GA; three grandchildren, T. J. Rodgers, Jasmine Padgett, and Marissa Roberts; and two great grandchildren, Colby and Caitlin Rodgers. Friends may call at the residence. Lowe Funeral Home, 77 W Gibson St. Warrenton GA 30828 (706) 465-3333, email: Lowe113@cs.com Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
James Dorsey (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. James Dorsey, Sr., entered into rest on Wednesday, October 4, 2006 at University Hospital. Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced from Elliott Sons Funeral; Home, 1134 Telfair Street, Augusta, GA.
John V. May (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest Saturday, September 30, 2006 at St. Joseph Hospital. Mr. John Vickery May, 54, son of the late John May & Betty Williams and brother of the late Patricia Coltolina. Mr. May, a native of Augusta, was a Presbyterian and an Actor with the Augusta Actors. Survivors include one brother, Larry Williams, Kansas City, MO; three sisters, Jacquelyn Dobrozsi, Orwigsburg, PA, Kathy Shields & Marcia Hardy, both of Evans, Ga. Memorial services will be conducted today at 2:00 p.m. at The Bon Air Terrace Room with Revs. Robert Hunt and Wayne Bruner officiating. Visit the online guest book at www.southernfuneralservice.com Southern Funeral Service, 109 Shaw St., Martinez, Ga. 706-364-9122.
Ronald D. Robertson (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. Ronald D. Robertson passed away May 25, 2006. A memorial service will be held 2:00 p.m. Sunday, October 8, 2006 at Fellowship Club, 2513 Lumpkin Road, Augusta, Ga. 30906. Family and friends are invited to attend.
Deborah S. Fordham (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Ms. Deborah S. Fordham entered into rest at University Hospital, Monday, October 02, 2006. She was a lifelong resident of Augusta and a member of Fleming Christian Church. Funeral services will be held Thursday, October 5, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. at Fleming Christian Church with Reverend Michael P. Sutphin officiating. Burial services will be private. Pallbearers will be James Sutphin, Daniel Sutphin, Alfred Taylor, Kevin Scaggs, Robby Scaggs and Juru Minnick. Survivors include her sons, Adam E. Taylor and Charles D. Taylor, Augusta; daughters, Courtney L. Taylor and Whitney B. Taylor, Augusta; her mother, Jacqueline P. Fordham; sisters, Donna (James) Sutphin, Martinez, Terri (Kevin) Scaggs, North Augusta, S.C. and Cindy Fordham, Augusta; numerous nieces and nephews and father of her children, Alfred Taylor. Deborah was cherished by all who knew her and was truly an angel on earth. She inspired all of us to follow in the footsteps of the Lord. She will be missed by all who she touched and her humbleness will be her ongoing legacy. Deborah will live on through her love, family, and friends. The family will receive friends Wednesday evening, from 7pm until 9pm on October 6, 2006 at Elliott Sons Funeral Home, Lumpkin Road Chapel. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Earl Joyner (ALLENDALE, S.C.)
ALLENDALE, S.C. - On Thursday, September 28, 2006 at the MCG-Select Specialty Center in Augusta, Ga., Mr. Earl Joyner was called home to rest. Funeral services will be held at 7:00 p.m. Thursday, October 5, 2006 at the Craine P. Bragg Funeral Home, Patterson, N.J. Interment will follow 9:00 a.m. Friday, October 6, 2006 in the Cedar Lawn Cemetery, Patterson, N.J.
Rosa Bell Moore (LOUISVILLE, Ga.)
LOUISVILLE, Ga. - Mrs. Rosa Bell Moore, of Old Louisville Rd, Harlem, Ga., entered into rest Tuesday, October 3, 2006 at the Jefferson Co. Hospital. Funeral arrangements will be announced. Survivors are one brother, George (Rosa) Bottom, Brooklyn, N.Y.; one sister, Earline Beard, Augusta, Ga.; three aunts, Louise Washington, Augusta, Ga., Essie Little, Veronica Moore, Harlem, Ga.; one uncle, Andrew Johnson, Washington, D.C.; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. Williams Funeral Home, 1765 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.
Brenda Morrison (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Ms. Brenda "Faye" Morrison, age 55, entered into rest Monday, October 2, 2006 at Heartland Hospice. Ms. Morrison was born in Highland Park, MI. She was the daughter of Avis "Eulene" Simmons and Alvin Luther Morrison, of Erin, TN. A memorial service will be at 11:00 a.m., Thursday, October 5, 2006 from the Chapel of Elliott Sons Funeral Home, 4255 Columbia Road, Martinez with Reverend Steve Hartman officiating. Honorary pallbearers will be Employees of the Veterans Administration Hospital. If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to Heartland Hospice, 1365 Interstate Parkway, Augusta, Georgia 30906.
Evelyn Lafleur (THOMSON, Ga.)
THOMSON, Ga. - Mrs. Evelyn Lafleur, age 69, widow of Mr. Rene Lafleur, of Thomson, Ga., died Wednesday October 4, 2006 in the McDuffie Regional Medical Center. You may sign the online guestbook at www.curtisfuneralhome.com . Arrangements are incomplete but will be announced by Curtis Funeral Home.
Marcus Reeves (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Memorial services for Mr. Marcus J. Reeves, who entered into rest September 28, 2006, will be conducted at Gracewood State Hospital Chapel Thursday at 2:00 p.m. He leaves to mourn a devoted mother Constance (Dallas) Reeves; father Frank (Elizabeth) Lewis; two brothers, Jason and Jonathan Lewis; a very special cousin, Carmellia Reeves; and a host of other relatives and dear friends. Peoples Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Monique McVey (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
HEPHZIBAH, Ga. - Mrs. Monique Yvonne McVey, 68, entered into rest on Wednesday, October 4, 2006 at the residence. Graveside services will be held Friday, October 6, 2006 at 2:00 P.M. in Hillcrest Memorial Park with Pastor Ken Young officiating. Survivors include her daughters Linda Jane Miller of Hephzibah and Cynthia Lisa Glenn of Thomson; brothers, Guy Soyer and Eve Soyer of Chauvoncourt, France; seven grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Lonnie Padgett, David Padgett, Richard Horne, Phillip Horne, Steven Teague, William Glenn and Adam Glenn. Mrs. McVey was born in Chauvoncourt, France to the late Rene and Simone Soyer. She was of the Catholic faith and will be greatly missed by all that knew her. The family will receive friends Friday afternoon from 12:00 until 2:00 P.M. at the funeral home. Chance & Hydrick Funeral Directors 2502 Richmond Hill Road , Augusta, Georgia 30906. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Gerry Dodson (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
MCG AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest on Wednesday, October 4, 2006, at the Medical College of Georgia, Mr. Gerald Kenneth Dodson, beloved husband of Mrs. Kathy B. Dodson for 49 years. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced. Thomas Poteet & Son Funeral Directors, 214 Davis Rd. Augusta, GA 30907 (706)364-8484.
Elease Senn (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. - Funeral Services for Mrs. Elease Hadden Senn, 86, of Nutgrove Avenue, North Augusta, SC, who died October 4, 2006, will be conducted Friday afternoon at 3 o'clock from the Stephen D. Posey Funeral Home. Rev. Joey Thompson officiating. Interment in Hillcrest Memorial Park. Mrs. Senn was a native of Avera, Georgia, having made North Augusta her home for the past 60 years. She was a member of the Crawford Avenue Baptist Church, the Esther Sunday School Class, former President of the Faithful Ones, former President of the Swinging Sixties and had retired from Clearwater Finishing Plant with 46 years of service. Mrs. Senn was the wife of the late Mr. Joseph E. Senn and daughter of the late Hubert and Myrtle Faglier Hadden. Survivors include two sisters and brothers-in-law, Mable and Albert Willis, Aiken and Joenette and Buddy Wise, Graniteville; several nieces and nephews. Pallbearers will be Frank Harling, Mark Nixon, Jeff Hadden, Jimmy Hadden, Wayne Hadden and Jason Redd. The family will receive friends this Thursday evening from 6 to 8. Memorials may be made to Crawford Avenue Baptist Church, 507 Crawford Avenue, Augusta, GA 30904. 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
Vera Jackson (AIKEN, S.C.)
AIKEN, S.C. - Mrs. Vera Miriam Trites Jackson, 87, of Aiken, died Tuesday, October 3, 2006 at Carriage Hills. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM Friday, October 6, at St. Thaddeus Episcopal Church. Reverend Charlotte Waldrop will officiate. Interment will follow in Sunset Memory Gardens. Pallbearers will be Brad Laird, Jonathan Eagerton, Jack Rogers, Clarence Beam, Don Skinner, Reverend Mark Watford. Honorary pallbearers will be members of the Aiken Department of Public Safety. Mrs. Jackson was born in New Brunswick, Canada to the late Gordon Otto and Mary Alice McDonald Trites. She retired as a nurse in Canada before moving to Aiken in 1975. She was a member of St. Thaddeus Episcopal Church; a member of the Missionary Group at First Baptist Church; volunteered with Aiken Hospital Auxiliary, where she received an award for her volunteer work; volunteered at the Children's Place, ACTS, Hitchcock Rehab, and Pepper Hill Nursing Center. She received numerous volunteer of the year awards during her service with these organizations. Survivors include her daughters, Cynthia J. Sanders, Savannah, GA, Claire J. Greeney, West Yarmouth, MA; two sons, Ron Wheeler, Aiken, Gary D. Wheeler, Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada; six grandchildren; one great granddaughter, Neely Detwiler; a brother, Claude G. Trites, Winnipeg, Canada. In addition to her parents, her husband, Edward Fitch Jackson, three sisters, and one brother, preceded her in death. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Thaddeus Episcopal Church, 125 Pendleton Street, Aiken, SC 29801, or ACTS, 340 Park Ave., Aiken, SC 29801 Please visit Mrs. Jackson's online memorial at http://shellhousefuneralhome.com The family will receive friends from 6-8 PM Thursday evening at Shellhouse Funeral Home, Inc., 924 Hayne Ave., Aiken, SC Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Edith N. Baucom (AIKEN, S.C.)
AIKEN, S.C. - Edith N. Baucom, 87, entered into rest on Saturday, September 30, 2006 at Heartland Hospice. Mrs. Baucom is remembered as a woman that dearly loved her family and was a faithful disciple of Christ. She is preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, William O. Baucom, who passed away in 2004 She is survived by two daughters and sons-in-law, Bonnie and Robert Nowak, Aiken, S.C. and Elizabeth and Francis Iaconetti, Chatham, N.Y.; four grandchildren, Kristin Helgesen, William Nowak, Kathryn Bozik, and Margaret Iaconetti; and five great grandchildren. Memorial services will be held on Monday, October 9, 2006 at the Trinity United Methodist Church, 2724 Whiskey Road, Aiken, S.C. with Reverend Rodney K. Powell officiating. The family will receive friends on Sunday, October 8, 2006 from 2 to 4 p.m. at Cumberland Village, 3335 Wise Creek Lane, Aiken, S.C. If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to Trinity United Methodist Church, 2724 Whiskey Road, Aiken, S.C. or to Heartland Hospice, 1365 Interstate Pkwy, Augusta, Ga. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Randal L. Avret (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Randal L. Avret, beloved husband of Betty Mills Avret, entered into rest at DDEAMC, Ft. Gordon, Tuesday, October 3, 2006. Mr. Avret served with the U.S. Air Force, retiring after 20 years of service. Graveside services will be held at Berlin United Methodist Churchyard, Thursday, October 5, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. with Reverend Larry Williams officiating. Friends are asked to assemble at the grave. If so desired, memorials may be made to the Kidney & Urology Foundation of America, Inc., 1250 Broadway, Suite 2001, New York, New York 10001.
Deborah S. Fordham (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Ms. Deborah S. Fordham entered into rest at University Hospital, Monday, October 02, 2006. She was a lifelong resident of Augusta and a member of Fleming Christian Church. Funeral services will be held Thursday, October 5, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. at Fleming Christian Church with Reverend Michael P. Sutphin officiating. Burial services will be private. Pallbearers will be James Sutphin, Daniel Sutphin, Alfred Taylor, Kevin Scaggs, Robby Scaggs and Juru Minnick.
James Walters (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. James Walters, Sr., entered into rest on Tuesday, October 3, 2004 at V.A. Medical Center, Downtown. He leaves cherished memories to his wife, Mrs. Arcenia Walters; children, James (Shirley) Walton, Jr., Johnny Walters, Fred Walters, Jeffery Keith, Tony Keith, Betty Walters, Phillip Keith, Gordon Keith, Rose Keith, Karen Keith, Herman Keith, Lisa Keith, Willie James McCullen, David Keith; one sister, Lizzie Mims, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral arrangements will be announced by Kinsey & Walton Funeral Home, 3618 Peach Orchard Road. (706) 790-8858
Robert Johnson (AIKEN, S.C.)
AIKEN, S.C. - Mr. Robert L. "Bobby" Johnson, 57, of 1310 Shaws Fork Road, Aiken, S.C., died Tuesday October 3, 2006 at his residence. Funeral service will be held 11:00 a.m. Saturday, October 7, 2006 at Hayden Baptist Church in Aiken. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Mr. Johnson was a member of the Hayden Baptist Church, where he was a member of the Trustee and Deacon Board. He also was a coach for the Aiken Knights Baseball Team, a member of the Aiken Blue Sox, and a graduate of Martha Schofield, class of '67. He retired from SRS after 25 years of service. He was owner and operator of Jass Tours, Inc. Survivors include his wife, Joyce W. Johnson, Aiken, S.C.; mother, Marie Johnson, Aiken, S.C.; three daughters, Genovia J. Aaron (James), Stacey J. Salley (Tyronne) and Robyn L. Johnson, all of Aiken, S.C.; two sisters, Rayanne Johnson and Trudy Johnson (Bernerd), both of Aiken, S.C.; three brothers, Furman (Jeanette), Cullum, Maryland, Wayne L. Johnson and James Allen (Regina) Johnson both of Aiken, S.C.; five grandchildren, Alexis and Ashley Aaron, Akira, Colby and Loreal Salley, Aiken, S.C. Friends may call at the residence or at the funeral home, beginning at 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Friday, and at the church Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Jackson-Brooks Funeral Home, Aiken, S.C. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Claude Yates (DEARING, Ga.)
DEARING, Ga. - Mr. Claude Yates, 60, husband of Geraldine Yates, entered into rest Tuesday, October 3, 2006, at University Hospital, Augusta, Ga. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM Friday, October 6, 2006, at New Life Church of God, Harlem, Ga., with Reverend Wallace Banks officiating. Full military honors will be accorded. Mr. Yates was born in Charleston, West Virginia and had retired from the U.S. Army. He was a rural mail carrier with the Harlem Post Office. He was a member of the Republican National Committee and New Life Church of God. Survivors include his wife Geraldine 'Gerry' Yates; son Claude E. Yates, Jr. and his wife Annie, Dearing; one daughter, Vicky Denise Pratt and her husband Mike, Farmington, Maine; one sister, Shirley Yates, West Virginia; two brothers, Denver E. Yates, Dearing, and Donald Ray Yates, West Virginia; and granddaughter Charlene Pratt, Farmington, Maine. If so desired, memorials may be made to the Huntington's Disease Society of America, 505 Eight Avenue, Suite 902, New York, New York 10018. Visitation will be Thursday evening from 7 to 9 PM at Starling Funeral Home, Hwy 78, Harlem, Ga. 706-556-6524. Email condolence to the family at starling@familink.com. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
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With the well-disciplined background of a military veteran, Adna Stein brought a firm, but fair approach to the classroom and to the boardroom, Richmond County Superintendent Charles Larke said.
Peter R. Warren (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Peter R. Warren entered into rest today, October 4, 2006 at University Hospital. Arrangements incomplete and will be announced by Elliott Sons, Lumpkin Road.
Addison Coleman (BELVEDERE, S.C.)
BELVEDERE, S.C. - Mr. Addison "Black Eye" Coleman, 59, of Celeste Avenue entered into rest October 2, 2006 at the Medical College of Georgia. Funeral arrangements will be announced later. Mr. Coleman, a native of Aiken County, was a member of Spring Grove Baptist Church. Survivors include a daughter, Denise (Arthur) Johnson, Hephzibah; one sister, Shirley (Larry) Crockett, Charlotte; five brothers, James (Georgia) Coleman, Belvedere, Hosea D. Coleman, Charles (Sheila) Coleman, Curtis Coleman, North Augusta and Anthony (Laura) Edmond, Anderson; one uncle, John L. Striblin, North Augusta; one aunt, Alberta Coleman, Atlanta; six grandchildren, a host of other relatives and friends. Friends may call at the residence of his brother, James (Georgia) Coleman, 5 River Circle. G.L. Brightharp & Sons Mortuary, 614 West Avenue, North Augusta, S.C.
Burnis McNair (SWAINSBORO, Ga.)
SWAINSBORO, Ga. - Mr. Burnis McNair, 78, of Swainsboro, Ga. entered into rest Monday, October 2, 2006 at University Hospital. Funeral services will be held Saturday, October 7, 2006 at 11:30 a.m. at William Grove Holiness, with the Rev Elder Bertha Jones. Interment in Swainsboro City Cemetery. Visitation will be 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Friday at the Chapel of the Mosley Funeral Home.
Mafelda Arnett (LINCOLNTON, Ga.)
LINCOLNTON, Ga. - Funeral services for Mafelda Bradford Arnett, 81, widow of William Arnett will be conducted at 3:00 p.m. on today, Wednesday, at Pine Grove United Methodist Church with Dr. Benny G. Pate officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Surviving are three sons, William T. Arnett (wife Janice) of Greenwood, SC, Walter Palmer and Raymond G. Arnett (wife Penny) of Lincolnton; four daughters, Mrs. James (Jane) Rowland and Shirley Martin of Greenwood, SC, Mrs. Benny (Sandra) Pate of Dacula, and Mrs. Chuck (Teresa) McCuen of Milledgeville; four sisters, Mrs. Alfred (Elsie) Politano of Augusta, Mrs. James (Rosa Lee) Blanton of Spartanburg, SC, Mrs. Bill (Betty) Luking and Mrs. Bill (Bobbie) Wilkinson of Lincolnton, 14 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Beggs Funeral Home, Lincolnton is in charge of arrangements.
Cay Stokes (SWAINSBORO, Ga.)
SWAINSBORO, Ga. - Peebles-Curry-Durden Mortuary announces the death of Cay Guyton Stokes, Jr., age 71, of Swainsboro, GA on Monday, October 2, 2006, at the Emanuel Medical Center after an extended illness. Memorial services will be Thursday, October 5th, at 11 AM in the First Baptist Church with Dr. Bob Blankenship officiating. Interment will be in Bishop's Chapel Cemetery in Summertown, GA The body will lie in state at Peebles-Curry-Durden Mortuary. The family will receive friends at the Stokes home, 717 Ehrlich Farm Rd., Swainsboro, GA or at the cemetery following the service. Special friends, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Wray, Mr. and Mrs. Gene Williams, Mrs. Hugh Beasley, Mr. and Mrs. Jack Hall, Mr. and Mrs. Bill Schofill, Mr. and Mrs. Tommy Gibbs, and Mr. and Mrs. James P. Brown will serve as pallbearers. Timber farmers who Mr. Stokes had the privilege of providing services, Timber Industry business associates and the Steadfast Sunday School Class will serve as honorary pallbearers. Mr. Stokes was born June 1, 1935 in Albany GA to the late Cay Guyton Stokes and Vivian Carter Stokes. He graduated from Albany High School in 1954. Upon graduation from the University of Georgia Warnell School of Forestry, he began a long career in the Forestry industry. In 1961, he moved to Swainsboro as an area forester for Rayonier, Inc. In 1966 he established Stokes Consulting Foresters and continued to operate the business until his death, making it the oldest Forest Management firm in the area. Mr. Stokes promoted his chosen profession through the Society of Consulting Foresters, Society of American Foresters and The Georgia Forestry Association. He served for 12 years on the Georgia State Board of Registration for Foresters. He was a long time member of the Steadfast Sunday School Class at the First Baptist Church in Swainsboro. Survivors include, his wife, Barbara Taylor Stokes of Swainsboro, GA; two daughters, Melissa Stokes Tyler and husband, Michael Kirby Tyler of Athens, GA and Elizabeth Stokes Matthews and husband, James Robert Matthews III of Barnesville, GA; 3 grandchildren, James Robert Matthews, IV, Anna Elizabeth Matthews and Amelia Ann Tyler; his mother, Vivian Carter Stokes of Swainsboro, GA; and cousins, Betty Carter Wray and Charles Wray of Augusta, Rosa Marie Beasley, Shirley Carter Williams and Gene Williams of Tallahassee, FL and Emmie Phillips of Memphis, TN. Memorials may be made to the Bishop Chapel Cemetery Fund, P O Box 130, Twin City, GA 30471 established to preserve the above named 200 year old county cemetery. Peebles-Curry-Durden Mortuary is in charge of arrangements for the funeral of Cay Guyton Stokes, Jr. of Swainsboro, GA Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Marie Reynolds (SPARTA, Ga.)
SPARTA, Ga. - Ms. Marie Reynolds, 93, of Highway 22, Sparta, died Saturday, September 30, 2006 in a Sparta health care facility. Services will be held Thursday, October 5, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. at Union Baptist church in Sparta. Ingram Brothers Funeral Home, Inc. is in charge of the arrangements.
Herman Adams (COVINGTON, Ga.)
COVINGTON, Ga. - Newton County native and lifelong resident, Herman Pearl Adams, age 89, died October 3, 2006 at his home in Covington. The son of the late C. Paul and Dessa Edwards Adams, he was a member of First Baptist Church in Covington, American Legion Post 32, and a past member of the Lions Club and Elks Club. Mr. Adams worked as a Supervisor in the Engineering Section of the Georgia Department of Transportation for 35 years. A U.S. Army Veteran, he served as a Medic during World War II, and often escorted deceased veterans back home. Mr. Adams is survived by his wife of 64 years, Catherine Dial Adams; son and daughter-in-law, Dr. Lanier and Emily Adams of Augusta; daughter and son-in-law, Bubba and Kaye Phillips of Covington; grandchildren, Nedra Blankenship, Richie Blankenship, Dessa Adams, Will Adams, Meg Adams, and Serra Phillips; sister, Isabelle Avery of Covington; brothers and sisters-in-law, John W. and Virginia Adams of Augusta, Paul and Jeanne Adams of Covington. Funeral Services for Mr. Adams will be held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, October 6, 2006 at First Baptist Church, Covington, with Rev. Len Strozier and Rev. J.J. Wilson, officiating, and interment following at Lawnwood Memorial Park. Family will receive friends at the funeral home Thursday, October 5, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Caldwell and Cowan Funeral Home, 3134 Floyd Street, Covington, Ga. 30014. 770-786-7062. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
James Weaver (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest Monday, October 2, 2006 at University Hospital. Mr. James Weaver, Jr. of Barry Drive. Funeral services will be conducted on Saturday, October 7, 2006 from W. H. Mays Mortuary Chapel. Interment will be in Southview Cemetery. Mr. Weaver retired from the Medical College of Georgia. Survivors are three daughters, Minnie (Ron) Weaver, Annie (Carl) Wideman and Patricia (Alexander) Fleming; two sisters, Minnie Brooks and Sarah English; four grandchildren; one great-granddaughter; a devoted cousin, Doreatha Hampton; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Friends may call the home of his daughter, Minnie Weaver or W. H. Mays Mortuary, 1221 James Brown Boulevard, Augusta, GA (706) 722-6401. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Curtis Bell (DECATUR, Ga.)
DECATUR, Ga. - Funeral services for Coach F. Curtis Bell of 3810 Wake Forest Rd, Decatur, Ga. will be held Friday, October 6, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. at Light of World Christian Tabernacle International Church, 5883 Hwy 155, Stockbridge, Ga. with Arch Bishop Jimmie L. Smith, Pastor and Pastor Ruth Smith, General Pastor officiating. Interment in Kennedy Memorial Gardens, Ellenwood, Ga. One son preceded him in death, Damon L. Bell. Leaving to cherish memories are wife, Mrs. Gwendolyn Bell; two daughters, Djana Bell and Damese Bell; two sisters, Mrs. Shirley (Joe) Samuels and Mrs. Mary H. Stoney, Augusta; three grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and friends. Gregory B. Levett & Sons Funeral Home, Inc. South Dekalb Chapel, 4347 Flat Shoals Pkwy. The Historic Dent's Undertaking Establishment serving the CSRA since the 1800's. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com Augusta Chronicle-October 5, 2006
Rosa Bell Moore (LOUISVILLE, Ga.)
LOUISVILLE, Ga. - Mrs. Rosa Bell Moore, of Old Louisville Rd, Harlem, Ga., entered into rest Tuesday, October 3, 2006 at the Jefferson Co. Hospital. Funeral arrangements will be announced. Survivors are one brother, George (Rosa) Bottom, Brooklyn, N.Y.; one sister, Earline Beard, Augusta, Ga.; three aunts, Louise Washington, Augusta, Ga., Essie Little, Veronica Moore, Harlem, Ga.; one uncle, Andrew Johnson, Washington, D.C.; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. Williams Funeral Home, 1765 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.
Addison Coleman (BELVEDERE, S.C.)
BELVEDERE, S.C. - Mr. Addison "Black Eye" Coleman, 59, of Celeste Avenue entered into rest October 2, 2006. Funeral services will be held 1:00 p.m. Friday, October 6, 2006 at New Ford Baptist Church, Danburg, Ga. with the Rev. James White officiating. Interment will be in the church cemetery. Mr. Coleman was a United States Army Veteran. Survivors include a daughter, Denise (Arthur) Johnson; stepmother, Queen Coleman; a sister, Shirley (Larry) Crockett; five brothers, James (Georgia) Coleman, Hosea D. Coleman, Charles (Sheila) Coleman, Curtis Coleman, and Anthony (Laura) Edmond; ex wife Betty Coleman; six grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. Friends may call at the residence of James (Georgia) Coleman, 5 River Circle or after 1:00 p.m. today at the funeral home. G.L. Brightharp & Sons Mortuary, 614 West Avenue, North Augusta, S.C. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Evelyn Lafleur (THOMSON, Ga.)
THOMSON, Ga. - Mrs. Evelyn Lafleur, age 69, widow of Mr. Rene Lafleur, of Thomson, Ga., died Wednesday October 4, 2006 in the McDuffie Regional Medical Center. You may sign the online guestbook at www.curtisfuneralhome.com . Arrangements are incomplete but will be announced by Curtis Funeral Home.
Alice S. Gaylor (EVANS, Ga.)
EVANS, Ga. - Mrs. Alice S. Gaylor, age 80, beloved wife of Mr. Bradford Gaylor, entered into rest on Monday evening, October 2, 2006, at Doctor's Hospital. A native of Cooperstown, NY, she had resided in the Augusta area since 1998, moving to Morningside Assisted Living of Evans in 2005. Mrs. Gaylor had worked as an Operator for the New York Telephone Co., where she retired after 30 years of service. Since moving to Augusta, she had become affiliated and active in the Martinez Baptist Church. She is survived by her husband of 60 years, Bradford Gaylor, Evans, GA; 2 sons, Lee Gaylor and his wife, Allison, Richmond, VA and Pastor Mike Gaylor and his wife Karen, Jacksonville, FL; 1 daughter, Phyllis Brown and her husband George, Martinez, GA; 4 grandchildren, and 8 great grandchildren. Memorial services will be at 2:00pm, on Thursday, October 5, 2006 at the Martinez, Baptist Church with Reverend Phillip Winsett, officiating. The family will receive friendsfrom 1:00 o'clock pm until the hour of service at the church. Interment will follow at a later date in Cobleskill, NY. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
James Weaver (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest Monday, October 2, 2006 at University Hospital. Mr. James Weaver, Jr. of Barry Drive. Funeral services will be conducted on Saturday, October 7, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. from W. H. Mays Mortuary Chapel with Rev. Echol Miller officiating. Interment will be in Southview Cemetery. Mr. Weaver retired from the Medical College of Georgia. Survivors are three daughters, Minnie (Ron) Weaver, Annie (Carl) Wideman and Patricia (Alexander) Fleming; one brother, Charlie (Inez) Burton; two sisters, Minnie Brooks and Sarah English; four grandchildren; one great-granddaughter; a devoted cousin, Doreatha Hampton; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Friends may call the home of his daughter, Minnie Weaver or W. H. Mays Mortuary, 1221 James Brown Boulevard, Augusta, GA (706) 722-6401.
Claudia Johnson (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mrs. Claudia W. Johnson, 85. Graveside Services will be conducted at Hillcrest Memorial Park Today at 11:00 AM Rev. Larry Harmon officiating. Visit the online guest book at www.southernfuneralservice.com Southern Funeral Service, 109 Shaw St., Martinez, Ga. 706-364-9122
Monique McVey (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
HEPHZIBAH, Ga. - Mrs. Monique Yvonne McVey, 68, entered into rest on Wednesday, October 4, 2006 at the residence. Graveside services will be held Friday, October 6, 2006 at 2:00 P.M. in Hillcrest Memorial Park with Pastor Ken Young officiating. Survivors include her daughters Linda Jane Miller of Hephzibah and Cynthia Lisa Glenn of Thomson; brothers, Guy Soyer and Eve Soyer of Chauvoncourt, France; seven grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Lonnie Padgett, David Padgett, Richard Horne, Phillip Horne, Steven Teague, William Glenn and Adam Glenn. Mrs. McVey was born in Chauvoncourt, France to the late Rene and Simone Soyer. She was of the Catholic faith and will be greatly missed by all that knew her. The family will receive friends Friday afternoon from 12:00 until 2:00 P.M. at the funeral home. Chance & Hydrick Funeral Directors 2502 Richmond Hill Road , Augusta, Georgia 30906. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Raymond Phelps (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. Raymond Phelps of Travis Pines Drive entered into rest on Friday September 29, 2006 at Eisenhower Army Medical Center. Funeral service will be held on Wednesday, October 4, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at B.A. Williams Memorial Chapel with Willie E. Nero, Sr. officiating. Burial will be at Mt. Olive Memorial Garden. Williams Funeral Home, 2945 Old Tobacco Road, Hephzibah.
Brenda Morrison (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Ms. Brenda "Faye" Morrison, age 55, entered into rest Monday, October 2, 2006 at Heartland Hospice. Ms. Morrison was born in Highland Park, MI. She was the daughter of Avis "Eulene" Simmons and Alvin Luther Morrison, of Erin, TN. A memorial service will be at 11:00 a.m., Thursday, October 5, 2006 from the Chapel of Elliott Sons Funeral Home, 4255 Columbia Road, Martinez with Reverend Steve Hartman officiating. Honorary pallbearers will be Employees of the Veterans Administration Hospital. If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to Heartland Hospice, 1365 Interstate Parkway, Augusta, Georgia 30906.
Edgar Swingle (AIKEN, S.C.)
AIKEN, S.C. - Mr. Edgar Gray Swingle, II, 77, of Aiken, died Monday, October 2, 2006, at Aiken Regional Medical Centers. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM Thursday at St. Thaddeus Episcopal Church. Reverend Charlotte Waldrop will officiate. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Honorary pallbearers will be members of the USPS Savannah River Sail and Power Squadron. Mr. Swingle was born in Dallas, TX to the late Robert F. and Jeannette Brain Swingle. He was a graduate of the Sewanee Military Academy in Sewanee, TN, and the University of South Carolina. He was a resident of Aiken for over 65 years, having worked in the Contract and Services division for the Department of Energy at the Savannah River Plant. He served in the US Navy during the Korean Conflict; member of and past Commander of the USPS Savannah River Sail and Power Squadron; a member of the Outing Club; a Red Cross Blood Donor, having donated 15 gallons of blood; a member of St. Thaddeus Episcopal Church where he served on the Church Grounds and Cemetery Committee. Survivors include a daughter, Ashley S. (Michael) White, Stone Mountain, GA; three sons, Robert F. Swingle, II, Aiken, Halsey L.G. (Jackie) Swingle, Florence, SC, Lewis M. (Megan) Swingle, Aiken; four grandchildren, Nicholas Swingle, Alexa Swingle, Jillian White and Noah Swingle. In addition to his parents, his wife, Mildred 'Jill' Shuler Swingle, preceded him in death. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the American Kidney Fund, 6110 Executive Blvd., Suite 1010, Rockville, MD 20852-9813, The Aiken Heart Association, 1003 Hammond Road, Aiken, SC 29803, or the American Red Cross, 267 Laurens Street, Aiken, SC 29801. Please visit Mr. Swingle's online memorial at http://shellhousefuneralhome.com The family will receive friends from 3-5 PM Wednesday afternoon at 915 Two Notch Rd., Aiken, and following the funeral services in the Stevenson-McClelland Building. Shellhouse Funeral Home, Inc., 924 Hayne Ave., Aiken, SC Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Marcus Reeves (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Memorial services for Mr. Marcus J. Reeves, who entered into rest September 28, 2006, will be conducted at Gracewood State Hospital Chapel Thursday at 2:00 p.m. He leaves to mourn a devoted mother Constance (Dallas) Reeves; father Frank (Elizabeth) Lewis; two brothers, Jason and Jonathan Lewis; a very special cousin, Carmellia Reeves; and a host of other relatives and dear friends. Peoples Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Louis Silverman (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. Louis Silverman, age 86, of Augusta, entered into rest on Monday, October 2, 2006 at University Hospital. A native of Queens, NY, he had resided in Augusta since 1975. Mr. Silverman had retired from the U.S. Army as a Master Sergeant and was a member of the Adas Yeshuran Synagogue. He was preceded in death by his wife, Wilda Edna Silverman and a son, Neal Silverman. He is survived by his daughter, Tina Birdsell, Seattle, WA; a step son, William 'Bill" McCarrick, NJ and a grandson, Robert J. Birdsell. Funeral services will be at 9:00am, on Wednesday, October 4, 2006 from the graveside in Magnolia Cemetery with Rabbi David Sirull officiating. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Peter R. Warren (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Peter R. Warren entered into rest today, October 4, 2006 at University Hospital. Arrangements incomplete and will be announced by Elliott Sons, Lumpkin Road.
Randal L. Avret (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Randal L. Avret, beloved husband of Betty Mills Avret, entered into rest at DDEAMC, Ft. Gordon, Tuesday, October 3, 2006. Mr. Avret served with the U.S. Air Force, retiring after 20 years of service. Graveside services will be held at Berlin United Methodist Churchyard, Thursday, October 5, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. with Reverend Larry Williams officiating. Friends are asked to assemble at the grave. He is survived by his wife; one son, Randy L. (Amy) Avret, Augusta; grandsons, Tyler J. Avret and Jared R. Avret; mother, Della Avert Conley; brother Charles Avret, Augusta; sisters, Wilma Mims (George) Houghton, North Augusta, S.C. and Martha Elizabeth Avret, Cumming, Ga.; step-father, Grover Cecil Conley, Hephzibah and numerous nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his father, Dozier Lee Avret and a brother Walter Floyd Avret. The family will receive friends Wednesday evening, October 4, 2006 from 6-8 p.m. at ElliottSons Funeral Home, Lumpkin Road Chapel. If so desired, memorials may be made to the Kidney & Urology Foundation of America, Inc., 1250 Broadway, Suite 2001, New York, New York 10001. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Gerry Dodson (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
MCG AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest on Wednesday, October 4, 2006, at the Medical College of Georgia, Mr. Gerald Kenneth Dodson, beloved husband of Mrs. Kathy B. Dodson for 49 years. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced. Thomas Poteet & Son Funeral Directors, 214 Davis Rd. Augusta, GA 30907 (706)364-8484.
Gardner Young (EVANS, Ga.)
EVANS, Ga. - Entered into rest September 29, 2006 at the residence. Dr. Gardner Dechiel Young, 50. A memorial service will be held today, Wednesday, October 4, 2006 at 6:00 p.m. at Grace Community Church, Hwy. 1, Batesburg, S.C. with Pastor Andrew Fallaw officiating. Dr. Young was born in Petersburg, VA. He was a family physician at Carolina Health Center in Ridge Springs, S.C. Survivors include two sons, Dustin Young, LA and Austin Young, S.C.; two daughters, Amanda Young, LA and Hailey Young, S.C.; a brother, Lawrence Young, Jr., Vermont; a sister, Shelley Pollard, Texas; and his mother, Marybette Young, FL. In lieu of flowers please make contributions to the Hale House, 402 Walker St., Augusta, Ga. 30901. Thomas L. King Funeral Home, 124 Davis Rd., Martinez, Ga. 706-863-6747. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Robert Johnson (AIKEN, S.C.)
AIKEN, S.C. - Mr. Robert L. "Bobby" Johnson, 57, of 1310 Shaws Fork Road, Aiken, S.C., died Tuesday October 3, 2006 at his residence. Funeral service will be held 11:00 a.m. Saturday, October 7, 2006 at Hayden Baptist Church in Aiken. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Mr. Johnson was a member of the Hayden Baptist Church, where he was a member of the Trustee and Deacon Board. He also was a coach for the Aiken Knights Baseball Team, a member of the Aiken Blue Sox, and a graduate of Martha Schofield, class of '67. He retired from SRS after 25 years of service. He was owner and operator of Jass Tours, Inc. Survivors include his wife, Joyce W. Johnson, Aiken, S.C.; mother, Marie Johnson, Aiken, S.C.; three daughters, Genovia J. Aaron (James), Stacey J. Salley (Tyronne) and Robyn L. Johnson, all of Aiken, S.C.; two sisters, Rayanne Johnson and Trudy Johnson (Bernerd), both of Aiken, S.C.; three brothers, Furman (Jeanette), Cullum, Maryland, Wayne L. Johnson and James Allen (Regina) Johnson both of Aiken, S.C.; five grandchildren, Alexis and Ashley Aaron, Akira, Colby and Loreal Salley, Aiken, S.C. Friends may call at the residence or at the funeral home, beginning at 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Friday, and at the church Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Jackson-Brooks Funeral Home, Aiken, S.C. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Claude Yates (DEARING, Ga.)
DEARING, Ga. - Mr. Claude Yates, 60, husband of Geraldine Yates, entered into rest Tuesday, October 3, 2006, at University Hospital, Augusta, Ga. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by Starling Funeral Home, Hwy. 78, GA. 706-556-6524 -Email condolence to the family at starling@familink.com
Curtis Bell (DECATUR, Ga.)
DECATUR, Ga. - Funeral services for Coach F. Curtis Bell of 3810 Wake Forest Rd, Decatur, Ga. will be held Friday, October 6, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. at Light of World Christian Tabernacle International Church, 5883 Hwy 155, Stockbridge, Ga. with Arch Bishop Jimmie L. Smith, Pastor and Pastor Ruth Smith, General Pastor officiating. Interment in Kennedy Memorial Gardens, Ellenwood, Ga. One son preceded him in death, Damon L. Bell. Leaving to cherish memories are wife, Mrs. Gwendolyn Bell; two daughters, Djana Bell and Damese Bell; two sisters, Mrs. Shirley (Joe) Samuels and Mrs. Mary H. Stoney, Augusta; three grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and friends. Gregory B. Levett & Sons Funeral Home, Inc. South Dekalb Chapel, 4347 Flat Shoals Pkwy. The Historic Dent's Undertaking Establishment serving the CSRA since the 1800's. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com Augusta Chronicle-October 5, 2006
Jack D. Rosser (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. Jack D. Rosser, 79, husband of Mrs. Florence Rosser of Mt. Vernon Dr. entered into rest Monday, October 2, 2006 in the Medical College of Georgia. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, October 4, 2006 at 11:00 A.M. from Hillcrest Baptist Church with Dr. Gordon Robinson and Reverend Dan Rosser officiating, interment will follow in Hillcrest Memorial Park. Mr. Rosser was a native of Troup County, Ga. and had lived in Augusta since 1958. He was a member of Hillcrest Baptist Church where he was a member of the Bill Evans Sunday school class. Mr. Rosser had taught Sunday school for many years. He was an avid golfer and a member of Green Meadows Golf Club and Goshen Plantation Golf Club. Additional survivors include; two sons and daughters-in-law, Bob and Kandi Rosser of Alpharetta, Ga. and Dan and Janice Rosser of Lincolnton, Ga.; one sister and brother-in-law, Mary Ann and Roger Erickson, Chattanooga, TN.; two grandchildren, Hailey and Brooks Rosser. Active Pallbearers, Joseph Thompson, David Keel, Johnny Lavender, Will Lavender, Bernie Thomas and Robert Hudson. Honorary Pallbearers will be the Deacons of the church. Memorial contributions may be to the Society for Progressive Supranuclear Palsy, Executive Plaza III, 11350 McCormick Road, Suite 906 Hunt Valley, MD 21031 or Hillcrest Baptist Church 3045 Deans Bridge Rd. Augusta, Ga. 30906. Chance & Hydrick Funeral Directors 2502 Richmond Hill Road, Augusta, Georgia 30906.
Addison Coleman (BELVEDERE, S.C.)
BELVEDERE, S.C. - Mr. Addison "Black Eye" Coleman, 59, of Celeste Avenue entered into rest October 2, 2006. Funeral services will be held 1:00 p.m. Friday, October 6, 2006 at New Ford Baptist Church, Danburg, Ga. with the Rev. James White officiating. Interment will be in the church cemetery. Mr. Coleman was a United States Army Veteran. Survivors include a daughter, Denise (Arthur) Johnson; stepmother, Queen Coleman; a sister, Shirley (Larry) Crockett; five brothers, James (Georgia) Coleman, Hosea D. Coleman, Charles (Sheila) Coleman, Curtis Coleman, and Anthony (Laura) Edmond; ex wife Betty Coleman; six grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. Friends may call at the residence of James (Georgia) Coleman, 5 River Circle or after 1:00 p.m. today at the funeral home. G.L. Brightharp & Sons Mortuary, 614 West Avenue, North Augusta, S.C. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Ruth Marie Gilliland (BELVEDERE, S.C.)
BELVEDERE, S.C. - Mrs. Ruth Marie Gilliland, 55, of Fairview Avenue, entered into rest, Monday, October 2, 2006 at her residence. The family will receive friends at Rowland Funeral Home this evening from 6 to 8 p.m. Funeral services will be private. Mrs. Gilliland was a native of Rome, NY and was a homemaker. Survivors include her husband, Ed Weinman of Belvedere; daughter and son-in-law, Traci and Gary Smith of Belvedere; four brothers, Billy Williams of Augusta, Robert Williams and Jack Williams both of FL, and Nelson Ellwood of Rincon, GA; four grandchildren. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, 2623 Washington Road, Augusta, GA 30904. Rowland Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Mafelda Arnett (LINCOLNTON, Ga.)
LINCOLNTON, Ga. - Funeral services for Mafelda Bradford Arnett, 81, widow of William Arnett will be conducted at 3:00 p.m. on today, Wednesday, at Pine Grove United Methodist Church with Dr. Benny G. Pate officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Surviving are three sons, William T. Arnett (wife Janice) of Greenwood, SC, Walter Palmer and Raymond G. Arnett (wife Penny) of Lincolnton; four daughters, Mrs. James (Jane) Rowland and Shirley Martin of Greenwood, SC, Mrs. Benny (Sandra) Pate of Dacula, and Mrs. Chuck (Teresa) McCuen of Milledgeville; four sisters, Mrs. Alfred (Elsie) Politano of Augusta, Mrs. James (Rosa Lee) Blanton of Spartanburg, SC, Mrs. Bill (Betty) Luking and Mrs. Bill (Bobbie) Wilkinson of Lincolnton, 14 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Beggs Funeral Home, Lincolnton is in charge of arrangements.
Clara Blaylock (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. - Funeral services for Mrs. Clara Morgan Blaylock will be held 1:00 p.m. Saturday October 7, 2006 at Old Storm Branch Baptist Church with the Rev. Dr. Nathaniel Irvin officiating. Interment will be in the church cemetery. Friends may call at the residence of her daughter, Geneva Chavous, 176 Liberty Hill Road. G.L. Brightharp & Sons Mortuary, 614 West Avenue, North Augusta, S.C. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Ethel H. Paschal (THOMSON, Ga.)
Arthur Griffin (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Ruth Marie Gilliland (BELVEDERE, S.C.)
Louis Silverman (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Addison Coleman (BELVEDERE, S.C.)
Ruby Hughes (FALLS CHURCH, Va.)
Mildred R. King (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Randal L. Avret (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Burnis McNair (SWAINSBORO, Ga.)
Clara Blaylock (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Elease Senn (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Ronald D. Robertson (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Randal L. Avret (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Claudia Johnson (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Deborah S. Fordham (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
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Overtime
In Columbus, Ga., USC Aiken finished ninth in the AFLAC/Cougar Invitational at Green Island Country Club.
A gain on Paine
Augusta State's Jessica Howard (from left), Jessica Lowes and Sarah Lobstein celebrate a point during their 3-0 sweep of Paine College on Wednesday night at Christenberry Fieldhouse. Howard led Augusta with 12 kills.
Heading to the post
AIKEN - Dogwood Stable will send three of its top young horses out this weekend when the annual fall meet at Keeneland begins.
Overtime
In Columbus, Ga., USC Aiken finished ninth in the AFLAC/Cougar Invitational at Green Island Country Club.
Overtime
Former Laney standout J.K. Sabb, a linebacker for Middle Tennessee, has been named Sun Belt Conference Defensive Player of the Week.
Haynesworth won't appeal
The NFL Players Association will not appeal Albert Haynesworth's five-game suspension for stomping on the head of Dallas center Andre Gurode.
Haynesworth won't appeal
The NFL Players Association will not appeal Albert Haynesworth's five-game suspension for stomping on the head of Dallas center Andre Gurode.
Country singer on comeback from personal problems
Country singer on comeback from personal problems
If Ty Herndon could make a wish come true, it probably would be to have his guitar-playing, gospel-singing grandmother back in his life
Around the block
Hope House Inc. has received a 2006 WHO Foundation Community Service Award of $25,000 through the efforts of Martha Roberts, BeautiControl's executive director.
Women begin Lady of Peace outreach program
When Ellen Cortez, a volunteer at Our Lady of Peace School in North Augusta, went to visit her sister in Kentucky this year, she returned with a truckload of school supplies that has benefited a few schools in Richmond County.
Photo: Children's Week
About 3,000 children, teachers and child care providers from preschools and day care centers in Richmond County attend Friday's kickoff of Children's Week at Jessye Norman Amphitheater.
Podiatrists help patients by consolidating practice
A few blocks might not seem like much, but for patients with foot and ankle problems, a short walk can be excruciating.
For the Record
Marriage license applications, DUI sentencings, Superior Court sentencings and paroles.
Can you find it?
This week's image, right, offers a great atmosphere for visitors. If you think you know where it is, call (706) 823-3708 and leave your name, area code and telephone number, and how to spell your name. Please be specific.
Chefs showcase serves as fundraiser for Mini Theatre
The folks at the Augusta Mini Theatre Community Arts School are cooking up a way to raise money.
Small fire department is named best at ceremony
The moment was surreal for Fort Gordon Fire Chief Lester Porter.
Pupils spend week learning health facts about dairy products
With painted-on milk mustaches and paper cow ears, children were moving and shaking at Rollins Elementary School on Friday.
Military Milestones
Air Force Airman 1st Class Paul S. Walker, a 2002 graduate of Hephzibah High School and son of Dorothy Walker, of Augusta, has graduated from basic military training at Lackland Air Force Base, San Antonio.
This week
Man Of La Mancha: 8 p.m. Friday-Saturday; Imperial Theatre, 745 Broad St.; $15-$45; presented by the Augusta Opera
Post Happenings
Post Happenings lists events, programs and other community notices from Fort Gordon. Send information to Fort Gordon Calendar, attention Ryan Wehmeyer, The Augusta Chronicle, P.O. Box 1928, Augusta, GA 30903-1928.
Photo: Little people, big fun
Copeland Elementary School kindergartner Stanlia Wimberly, 6, has a butterfly painted on her arm by Lady Bug, of Miles of Smiles Productions, at the annual Small Fry Olympics at Fleming Park
October is domestic violence prevention month
It doesn't take a special month for Army Community Service employees to work to prevent domestic violence.
Evans man leads fort fire department to national competition
A local man once again has found his name in a familiar place - at the top of the leaderboard.
School menus
School menus for Richmond County schools.
Chefs showcase serves as fundraiser for Mini Theatre
Podiatrists help patients by consolidating practice
Pupils spend week learning health facts about dairy products
Women begin Lady of Peace outreach program
This is not the best time for Vols to visit 'Dogs
Spartans, arena reach agreement
Negotiators for the Augusta Spartans and James Brown Arena reached a deal this week that would commit the American Indoor Football League team to playing at the venue for another season.
Spartans, arena reach agreement
Negotiators for the Augusta Spartans and James Brown Arena reached a deal this week that would commit the American Indoor Football League team to playing at the venue for another season.
Filmmakers crash cars to move plot along
Just Fresh gives diners in Martinez another choice
Struggling Bulldogs hear it from everywhere
ATHENS, Ga. - Life as an unbeaten, 10th-ranked team this week at Georgia is more staggering than swaggering.
Struggling Bulldogs hear it from everywhere
ATHENS, Ga. - Life as an unbeaten, 10th-ranked team this week at Georgia is more staggering than swaggering.
Filmmakers crash cars to move plot along
In the past week, I've had the good fortune to witness - as opposed to participate in - not one but two car accidents. Both were fender-benders of the common rear-end varietal and everyone involved was able to walk away uninjured.
Spurrier even has praise for Newton
Spurrier even has praise for Newton
COLUMBIA - South Carolina coach Steve Spurrier is sure of at least one thing so far this season - the offense is better with Syvelle Newton under center.
2007 Regions Cup to feature 2 majors, expanded matches
There's nothing wrong with the Regions Cup amateur golf tournament series.
Sassafras Festival will have food, rides
Medieval banquets will honor friendship with Italian sister city
Chick-fil-A spirit nights raise funds for elementary schools
Photo: Golden Harvest officers announced
Chocolate Festival is sweet way to spend day
Classes promote healthful habits
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