The Bronx Jeer
NEW YORK - Justin Verlander overpowered Alex Rodriguez with 100 mph heat. Joel Zumaya topped that, his fastball whizzing by at 102.
'Subway Series' talk is building
Nats to interview former NL MVP
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.
Cards in control
SAN DIEGO - Getting out of September intact was the hard part for the St. Louis Cardinals, who clinched a division title while stuck in reverse.
'Subway Series' talk is building
CHICAGO - Hold on there a minute, New York. Not everyone is on board with your plans for another Subway Series.
Cardinals' timing is right for the playoffs
Dodgers' backs are against the wall
NEW YORK - Tom Glavine was anxious all day, even jittery as he drove over to Shea Stadium with Billy Wagner.
Nats to interview former NL MVP
Cardinals' timing is right for the playoffs
ST. LOUIS - Instead of trying to avoid a first-round playoff sweep, the St. Louis Cardinals are trying to complete one.
Dodgers' backs are against the wall
Athletics break through
OAKLAND, Calif. - The Oakland Athletics swept away years of first-round futility.
Legend of game dies at age 94
KANSAS CITY, Mo. - Buck O'Neil, baseball's charismatic Negro Leagues ambassador who barnstormed with Satchel Paige and inexplicably fell one vote shy of the Hall of Fame, died Friday night. He was 94.
A's want Thomas back
OAKLAND, Calif. - The Oakland Athletics have increased their efforts to re-sign Frank Thomas, offering the Big Hurt a two-year deal.
For dogs, true freedom is their own backyard
'Black Friday' fuels Web gambling exodus
School snacks to get healthier
NEW YORK - Snacks sold in schools will have less fat, sugar and salt under the latest crackdown on junk food won by former President Clinton.
School snacks to get healthier
'Black Friday' fuels Web gambling exodus
ATLANTA - Internet poker players and other gamblers in the U.S. have withdrawn thousands of dollars from their Web-based accounts while some gaming sites have raced to block U.S. residents' access to online poker, casinos and sports-betting just a week after Congress approved a ban on banks doing business with the sites.
Business is picking up
FAIRFAX, Va. - Doug Barnhart was so repulsed by the notion of picking up dog poop that he hired a service to do it.
Florida $4 drug plan to expand
Companies scout area through want ads
Company disputes complaint
Video Professor Inc., the company that sells computer software tutorials, is refuting some of the facts in the case of a local man who claimed he was duped by the company's marketing practices.
Florida $4 drug plan to expand
Wal-Mart Stores Inc. expects to offer $4 prescriptions for some generic drugs in most states this year after expanding the low-cost program from a test market to all of Florida ahead of schedule, the world's largest retailer said Thursday.
Signs offer reminders that doo-doo is a no-no
Companies scout area through want ads
Expanding or relocating any company can be an expensive gamble, even after executives spend months studying an area's economic viability.
Face-to-face may be coming back
Face-to-face may be coming back
CHICAGO - For some, it would be unthinkable - certain social suicide. But Gabe Henderson is finding freedom in a recent decision: He canceled his MySpace account.
Signs offer reminders that doo-doo is a no-no
Q: What's foul, filthy and impossible to get off your shoe if you step in it?
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Tigers stand in Wake's way
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. - It's a strange season in the Atlantic Coast Conference when traditional power Clemson feels it has something to prove to Wake Forest.
LSU defense has made life miserable for Leak
Texas still has something to prove
DALLAS - By beating Oklahoma last year, the Texas Longhorns made life a lot more pleasant for themselves this week. Finally free from the choke-hold of their long losing streak to the Sooners, they avoided the endless questions of whether coach Mack Brown would ever be able to beat his nemesis from across the Red River.
LSU defense has made life miserable for Leak
GAINESVILLE, Fla. - Florida quarterback Chris Leak hasn't had much success against Louisiana State the past three years.
Brown vs. 'Noles is case of dj vu
Clemson freshman won't play vs. Wake
Clemson freshman defensive lineman Etta Etta-Tawo will miss Saturday's game with Wake Forest after suffering chest pains.
Clemson freshman won't play vs. Wake
Brown vs. 'Noles is case of dj vu
RALEIGH, N.C. - Andre Brown said he didn't know how many yards he had against Florida State, claiming he was just focused on helping North Carolina State beat the Seminoles once again.
Texas still has something to prove
North Carolina coach excited about season
Hezbollah still is well-armed
It's been nearly two months since Israel and Hezbollah agreed to a U.N. Security Council-sponsored cease-fire in the 34-day war that raged between them in southern Lebanon. The terrorist group's unprovoked raid and Katyusha rocket attacks against Israel triggered the conflict.
'He would help you'
With the sudden passing this week of Pete Warren at the all-too-young age of 59, Augusta lost one of its finest citizens and compassionate leaders.
Deadly neglect
Just as soon as her two children turned up missing, Lottie Payne was worried she'd get jail time.
ID theft and legal mumbo-jumbo
When is identity theft not identity theft? According to one Atlanta defense attorney, your ID hasn't been stolen unless the person who takes it runs up credit card bills - but not if the IRS comes knocking at your door to collect $12,000
Not out of the sand trap yet
Karsten Manufacturing Corp., maker of Ping golf equipment, is trying gamely to undo a public relations disaster. The Arizona-based firm kept the ball in the fairway, but it barely made it past the women's tee.
ID theft and legal mumbo-jumbo
No, this is repugnant
Katie Couric felt it necessary to remind her angry friends on the left this past week to be open to free speech - even if it's "repugnant."
Scotts Ferry double ramp among those forced to close
Falling lake levels have forced the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to close 14 boat ramps, five of them for the season, on Thurmond Lake, including the popular Scotts Ferry ramp in McCormick County, S.C.
Scotts Ferry double ramp among those forced to close
Fishing tournaments
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.
Begin now to protect home from winter's bug invasion
Begin now to protect home from winter's bug invasion
As the weather turns cooler, insects might enter homes and buildings from the surrounding landscape looking for a nice place to overwinter.
Heather can add cheer - in moderation
Heather can be as pretty a plant in your garden as it is blanketing the bonny hills of Scotland.
Heather can add cheer - in moderation
Friedgen's offense hasn't clicked against old team
ATLANTA - Georgia Tech and Ralph Friedgen used to be a combustible combination.
Jackets in good spot in ACC
ATLANTA - Less than halfway into the season, Georgia Tech is in an unusually strong position in the ACC's Coastal Division.
Friedgen's offense hasn't clicked against old team
Trio share lead in Greensboro
GREENSBORO, N.C. - Brent Geiberger, John Rollins and Nick Watney shot 8-under-par 64s on Thursday to share the first-round lead in the Chrysler Classic of Greensboro.
Augusta's Turner is one behind after 63
Augusta's Turner is one behind after 63
DULUTH, Ga. - Augusta's Emmett Turner fired a course-record 9-under-par 63 on Friday at St. Mario Country Club to move within one shot of the lead in Hooters Tour's final event of the season.
Wylie, Small lead Washington-Wilkes
Statesboro has a dominating history in Columbia County
Mustangs walk off with victory
Player of the Week: Dennis Thomas
Corley helps Knights control Musketeers
High School Roundup
HAMPTON, S.C. -- Lawrence Boyd and Ernest Lewis scored two touchdowns apiece as sixth-ranked Silver Bluff blanked Wade Hampton in a Region 5-AA game.
Mustangs walk off with victory
CHAPIN, S.C. -- For the second week in a row, Midland Valley scored a walk-off victory.
Wylie, Small lead Washington-Wilkes
WASHINGTON, Ga. -- The renewal of an old rivalry seemed like just another Friday night in Washington-Wilkes.
Player of the Week: Dennis Thomas
LAST WEEK: Thomas ran the ball 30 times for 204 yards in a 31-26 win against Screven County. He had scoring runs of 68, 1, 6 and 60 yards. He also went 11-for-24 through the air for 97 yards and a 23-yard touchdown. Three of those scores came in a 19-point third quarter for the Warriors that essentially decided the game.
Week 6 statistics
Weekly statistics for From the Huddle are due by noon each Wednesday. Fax them to (706) 823-3408 or send them via e-mail to Staff Writer Jeff Sentell at jeff.sentell@ augustachronicle.com.
Power poll
The area's top 10 prep football teams after the seventh week of the season as voted on by members of The Augusta Chronicle and WJBF NewsChannel 6 sports departments, plus selected other media around the area. A first-place vote is worth 10 points; A 10th place vote is worth one point. First-place votes for each team are in parentheses.
friday night flashback
STATESBORO 28, GREENBRIER 21
Statesboro has a dominating history in Columbia County
Columbia County has been kind to the Statesboro Blue Devils and head coach Steve Pennington.
Corley helps Knights control Musketeers
PLAY OF THE GAME: On fourth-and-six from the ARC 26 yard line, Evans quarterback Kevin Millward found receiver Jonathan Nicely wide open in the middle of the field for a 26-yard touchdown pass.
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Building blocks
Wednesday afternoons at Fox Creek High School are different than at other area schools.
Statesboro blues
Statesboro brought a 19-game winning streak and undefeated record to Greenbrier on Friday night. The Blue Devils left with another win that, according to coach Steve Pennington, was all about timing.
County champs
MONETTA, S.C. - As the final seconds ticked off the clock Friday night at Walter J. Davis Field, Cody Young exercised his right to talk.
Hornets rack up 60 points
AIKEN -- Quarterback Phillip Lee said Friday night's 60-14 win might have been the remedy for his team's offensive woes.
Jefferson County edges Josey
Dennis Thomas connected with Marcus Mayo on a 48-yard touchdown pass with 2:32 to play Friday night as Jefferson County squeaked past Josey 9-6 in a Region 3-AA contest.
Atlanta falls to Tampa in opener
Hurricanes not starting off hot
RALEIGH, N.C. - Zach Parise scored twice and Brian Gionta had three assists to lead the New Jersey Devils past the Carolina Hurricanes 4-0 on Friday night, sending the Stanley Cup champions to a second consecutive home loss to open the season.
Hurricanes not starting off hot
Atlanta falls to Tampa in opener
ATLANTA - Vincent Lecavalier scored the only goal in a shootout and Marc Denis shut out Atlanta after the opening period as the Tampa Bay Lightning rallied to beat the Thrashers 3-2 on Thursday night in the season opener for the Southeast Division rivals.
For dogs, true freedom is their own backyard
A door is what a dog is perpetually on the wrong side of.
Stress responsibility; support authority
With all the school shootings, gang violence and inability of some people to accept responsibility for their behavior, people are crying out for something to be done.William Tyus, McCormick, S.C.
Stress responsibility; support authority
Put Al Mason in the District 4 seat
Put Al Mason in the District 4 seat
I believe A.D. "Al" Mason is the person needed to represent District 4 on the Augusta Commission.Bill Wood, Hephzibah
Theater is open for show business
The new $360,000 marquee for the Imperial Theatre at 745 Broad St. marks a new beginning for a theater, which has had a number of them. When it opened in 1918, it was a new beginning for theater in Augusta, since it replaced the 1888 Grand Opera House.Tom Hunter, Augusta
Why aren't we protecting our schools?
Theater is open for show business
Why aren't we protecting our schools?
With the recent violence and carnage at the Georgetown School in Nickel Mines, Pa., this incident should prove once and for all how truly gutless we are as Americans!Gerald Scott, Augusta
Patent leather accessories give pop to simpler clothes
Patent leather accessories give pop to simpler clothes
NEW YORK - One of the shining stars of the fall fashion season is patent leather.
Affiliation with Anaheim stocking Augusta's roster
Augusta Lynx general manager Dan Troutman joked Thursday that coach Bob Ferguson seems to be bringing every hockey player with a stick and skates to Augusta this weekend.
Affiliation with Anaheim stocking Augusta's roster
Mexican adviser says U.S. must change tone
Rogers leaves Georgia board
ATLANTA - Gov. Sonny Perdue is sticking with Georgians to serve in appointed positions after his first out-of-state appointee withdrew this week.
Last First Friday plays on; many say it's far from over
Early on, it seemed as though God would weigh in on First Friday.
Harlem will host Hardy festival today
Less than three months ago, Harlem played host to the International Sons of the Desert Convention for fans of Stan Laurel and Oliver Hardy.
Fix it: Fort Gordon Roads
WHAT'S THE PROBLEM? Several military retirees have called Fix It to complain about the roads at Fort Gordon. One specific complaint is that lane markings have completely faded on some roads.
Hospital CEO open to ideas
James Cruickshank was visiting Augusta recently when he found himself driving around lost while trying to find the airport to catch a flight home to Florida. As he pulled up to an intersection, one of the drivers behind him got out and walked up to Mr. Cruickshank's car.
Across the area
A Hephzibah man shot by a Columbia County sheriff's deputy Sept. 15 during an undercover drug operation was denied bond Thursday morning.
Across Georgia
ATLANTA - A small plane crashed Friday among houses near a suburban airfield after apparently hitting some power lines shortly after takeoff for a day of fun on a coastal island, killing three adults and injuring a fourth, officials and a victim's relative said.
Hephzibah High also threatened
A threatening note warning students "lives would be at risk" today was found at Hephzibah High School on Thursday afternoon, Richmond County Deputy Superintendent James Thompson said.
Medicaid payments short of expectation
Rural hospitals like Burke Medical Center could be facing serious financial problems from Georgia's Medicaid managed care companies that could force layoffs and cutbacks in service, rural health officials said. And the state might soon take a serious look at it.
Mexican adviser says U.S. must change tone
ATLANTA - The foreign policy adviser to Mexico's President-elect Felipe Calderon said Friday the new government will have a tough time selling Mexicans on continued trade and law enforcement agreements with the U.S. if U.S. politicians keep talking about a border fence and other "Mexican-bashing."
Brother is charged in beating
An argument between two brothers over loaned tools led to a home invasion and a beating with a wooden club that cut a man's spleen, Richmond County sheriff's deputies said Friday.
Across the Southeast
LOUISVILLE, KY. - Four children were found dead in a public housing complex Friday after a man walked into police headquarters and said he had killed his family.
Medicaid payments short of expectation
News you can use
SIXTH ANNUAL MEN'S GREAT OUTDOOR COOK-OFF: Noon to 4 p.m., Lake Olmstead Ballfield. Tickets cost $10 for adults and $5 for children and will allow attendees to sample dozen of grilled specialties of the celebrity cooks. The cook-off benefits the 30901 Development Corporation.
Hephzibah High also threatened
Candidates talk economy, taxes
Economic development and delinquent taxes were among topics of discussion at Thursday's mayoral forum at Warren Road Recreation Center.
Mom found guilty
WARRENTON, Ga. - Last year, Lottie Payne lost her children. On Thursday, she lost her freedom.
Poll shows governor with strong lead
Judicious tribute
Chief Judge J. Larry Edmondson gives his remarks in front of a large crowd during the portrait unveiling ceremony Thursday for U.S. District Judge Dudley H. Bowen Jr. on the steps outside the federal courthouse in downtown Augusta.
Bank leader is returning to Wachovia
Ads on buses may boost budget
The bright yellow on the sides of Richmond County school buses might soon be sporting advertisements.
New buildings may revive intersection
First Friday holds on
First Friday has become a party in limbo.
Program offers scholarships to area students
School districts file safety plans
ATLANTA - Those responsible for the safety of Georgia schools' students think they're prepared for classroom tragedies, but, they say, there's no way to be sure.
Kid of the Day
Laurel Isabella Wall, of North Augusta, is today's kid of the day.
Strength when needed
Its unit colors encased in a khaki sleeve, Fort Gordon soldiers said farewell to the Army's last active-duty hospital unit.
Rants and raves
BIG RAVE FOR THE movie Facing the Giants. We need more movies like this in our area. There was something in this movie for everyone, not just football fans. And a big rave for the guy who brought the whole JV team Tuesday night.
Police respond to two domestic incidents
NORTH AUGUSTA - North Augusta police dealt with at least two separate domestic violence incidents overnight Thursday, including one where a woman was accused of stabbing her husband in the back.
New buildings may revive intersection
Frank Damiano said he hopes that someday soon, he will be able to remove the metal screens that protect the windows of his family's grocery store from nighttime vandals and let the sunshine in.
Plenty of stuff to do is planned
Across South Carolina
MYRTLE BEACH - An Anderson pastor who led the fight against sexually-oriented businesses in Anderson County is taking her fight to Myrtle Beach, where strip clubs are prominently mixed with restaurants and hotels.
News you can use
Activities scheduled for today include:
11 Aiken County schools flunk
Eleven Aiken County schools will have to offer transfers next year based on the data released today from the federal No Child Left Behind accountability law.
Across the region
ATLANTA - A federal judge has awarded $11.3 million in fees and expenses to lawyers whose lawsuit against the state led to reforms in foster care.
Speeding teenagers better rush to mailbox
Attorneys hope to free convicted boy
COLUMBIA - Christopher Pittman, behind bars since he was 12 years old, is worried about his impending move to an adult prison and whether he'll be ready to function in society when he is ultimately released, friends and family say.
Court meets demands, celebrates centennial
ATLANTA - Throughout its 100-year history, the Georgia Court of Appeals has constantly been trying to meet the demand of a growing judicial system.
More threats found at schools
Threats of violence continued popping up at area high schools Friday.
Ride of a lifetime
AIKEN - With the push of a button, Larry and Robbie Adcock have a bigger living room and more space in their bedroom.
Last First Friday plays on; many say it's far from over
Bank leader is returning to Wachovia
Banking executive and Augusta native Philip R. Wahl is returning to Wachovia as senior vice president for community banking.
Attorneys hope to free convicted boy
Wilcox Inn, Rose Hill Estate used in movie
AIKEN - Welcome to Carolina Pines Golf & Polo Club.
Harlem will host Hardy festival today
Plenty of stuff to do is planned
Wear comfortable shoes today.
Fuel is airport's moneymaker
Selling jet fuel is nothing new for Augusta Regional Airport, but with years of declining passenger numbers and problems recruiting a new airline carrier, fuel sales have become the ace up the sleeve of airport officials.
School districts file safety plans
Holiday closings
The following schedules were announced for Columbus Day:
Corrections
- Kathy Bullard Harrison, an Augusta convenience store manager, was jailed Thursday after being accused of stealing nearly $8,000 from the Sprint gas station at 3506 Deans Bridge Road, Hephzibah. The address of that gas station was incorrectly reported in Friday's editions of The Augusta Chronicle..
Rants and raves
BIG RAVE FOR THE movie Facing the Giants. We need more movies like this in our area. There was something in this movie for everyone, not just football fans. And a big rave for the guy who brought the whole JV team Tuesday night.
Federal judge's portrait debuts at courthouse
Officials search SRS for waste
AIKEN - State environmental officials were dispatched Friday to the Savannah River Site to investigate allegations that concrete vaults are leaking radioactive waste into the environment.
A day in the dirt
Chase Toburen, 7, (left to right) Cason Greene, 8, and Laura Kate Toburen, 10, all of Evans take a break from riding at the top of the ramp at the Augusta BMX Park on Friday.
Officials search SRS for waste
Kid of the Day
Robbie May Jr., of Appling, is today's kid of the day.
Court meets demands, celebrates centennial
Wilcox Inn, Rose Hill Estate used in movie
Elderly woman found alone, confused
Police respond to two domestic incidents
Rants and raves
AH, THE COLORS OF fall along Interstate 20: orange barricade barrels, yellow road signs and red taillights.
Program offers scholarships to area students
AIKEN - Students from 24 area high schools have a chance to win $2,000 math, science and engineering scholarships through an EnergySolutions Foundation initiative.
Federal judge's portrait debuts at courthouse
The physical portrait of the man described as the paragon of judicial virtue was unveiled Thursday.
Speeding teenagers better rush to mailbox
When teenagers receive a speeding ticket, they won't have to worry about telling their parents - the state will do it for them.
Elderly woman found alone, confused
A caretaker for an 86-year-old woman was held without bond Thursday after Richmond County sheriff's deputies found the woman by herself, bewildered and screaming.
Chemist lives up to name
NEW YORK - Nearly a half-century after his father was awarded a Nobel Prize, a Stanford University professor won his own Wednesday for groundbreaking research into how cells read their genes, fundamental work that could help lead to new therapies.
Threats reported at Harlem, Silver Bluff
Harlem High School on Friday became the latest area school to receive a threatening message, and in Aiken County, the sheriff's office and the Jackson Police Department were providing extra security at Silver Bluff High School.
School opens new theater
The curtain was lifted Friday afternoon for a 350-seat fine arts center at Augusta Preparatory Day School that officials say has the potential to become one of the area's premier performance venues.
Across the area
Lottie Payne, convicted of child abuse in the drowning deaths of her two children, asked her attorney Friday to appeal.
Candidates talk economy, taxes
Rants and raves
AH, THE COLORS OF fall along Interstate 20: orange barricade barrels, yellow road signs and red taillights.
Prices down a year later
When two Gulf Coast hurricanes caused record gas prices one year ago, Kathy Smith knew it was time for a change.
Poll shows governor with strong lead
ATLANTA - Gov. Sonny Perdue and Lt. Gov. Mark Taylor, his Democratic challenger, traded the harshest shots of the fall campaign as a new poll showed Mr. Perdue opening up a wide lead over Mr. Taylor.
Faldo has the clout for Masters gig
During a timeout in the Kansas-North Carolina opening semifinal game at the 1993 NCAA Final Four, Jim Nantz was a little bit busy calling the game for CBS from courtside when he received an unusual message.
Martin to drive for MB2 in 2007
TALLADEGA, Ala. - There was a time when Mark Martin could not envision himself racing at NASCAR's top level as he approached 50.
Martin to drive for MB2 in 2007
North Carolina coach excited about season
Roy Williams finally cashed in his yearlong mulligan.
Titans ask player for bonus money
Haynesworth won't face charges
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. Mr. Dodson was a native of Schneider, IN. He was a graduate of Springfield High School in Springfield, Oregon. He had lived in the Augusta area for the past 46 years and was a graduate of the Augusta Business School. Mr. Dodson served in the U.S. Army as Photographer, where he met and photographed many interesting people, including Ike Eisenhower. He retired from the Medical College of Georgia after serving 13 years in the Central Energy Dept. as the Energy Services Technician. He also worked for Bi-Lo Grocery Store as a manager for 13 years. Mr. Dodson was a long time member of First Presbyterian Church. His family said he was the most wonderful husband, father, "Papa" and friend anyone could ever have. He enjoyed fishing and enjoyed teaching each of his grandchildrenhow to swim. In addition to his wife he is survived by his daughters: Debbie D. Gahman and her husband Merv of Martinez ; Janet D. Cartledge and her husband David of Appling; his grandchildren: Katie Gahman, Anna Gahman, David Cartledge, Jr., Nicole Cartledge and Dylan Cartledge, and his brother, Darren Dodson of Dallas, TX. A memorial service will be conducted Saturday, October 7, 2006, at 2:00 PM, in the chapel of Thomas Poteet & Son with Dr. Peter Letchford and Rev. Brent Dowis officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service and following at Thomas Poteet and Son. Memorial contributions may be made "In Memory of Gerald K. Dodson" to: First Presbyterian Church, 642 Telfair St., Augusta, GA 30901 or to Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research, Grand Central Station, PO Box 4777, New York, NY, 10163. Thomas Poteet & Son Funeral Directors, 214 Davis Rd. Augusta, GA 30907 (706)364-8484. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Merylor McNair (THOMSON, Ga.)
THOMSON, Ga. - Funeral services for Merylor Jane 'Marilyn' McNair, 49, of Thomson will be held Saturday October 7, 2006 at 3:30 pm at the House of God Church of God in Christ, Bishop Mark Walden, officiating. Interment in the Mt. Aldred C.M.E. Church Cemetery. Survivors: mother, Lucille Beasley, Thomson; three children Keshia Benning, John Benning Jr. and Erika McNair all of Thomson; three sisters Lisa (Luke) Franklin of Thomson, Eleanor (Ronnie) Cleveland of Lincolnton and Julia Bryant of Augusta; four brothers, Morris (Janet) Beasley, Willie Beasley, Richard Ballard, Jr., all of Thomson and James (Janet) McNair of Warrenton; six grandchildren; other relatives and friends. Thomson Funeral System in charge. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Ruby Schrade (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. - Entered into rest Thursday, morning, October 5, 2006 at her home, Mrs. Ruby Darlene Schrade, 55, of North Augusta, SC, much loved wife of Commander Larry Schrade, United States Navy, Retired. Born in Manassas, VA, she was the daughter of James Bostic Sr Fredericksburg, VA and Alice Bradley, Manassas, VA. Ruby obtained a Nursing degree from Northern Virginia College. She had been a resident of North Augusta, SC since 1991, was of the Lutheran faith and retired from Leavelle McCampbell Middle School in 1999 where she had been the supervisor of In-School Suspension. Ruby enjoyed crafting and sewing and was so very proud that she got to see her latest grandchild, Byron, born on July 29. In addition to her husband of twenty-seven years, CDR Larry Schrade and her mother and father, she is survived by daughters, Laural Whitt, (John) North Augusta, SC and Kimberly Hill, Fredricksburg, VA; son, Jason Downs, (Curry) Austin, TX; brother, James Bostic Jr, Ocala, FL; sisters, Anne Cruz, Centerville, VA; Elizabeth Vaquera, Fredricksburg, VA, and Patricia Childress, Ocala, FL; and her most treasured grandchildren, Damian Whitt, Byron Whitt, William Hill, and Kayleigh Hill; and many nieces and nephews. A Celebration of Life Service will be held Saturday, afternoon, October 7, 2006 at 5 o'clock at Hatcher Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Langley, SC, with Pastor Reilly Hammond celebrant. At her request, Ruby will be cremated and entombment will be held Sunday, afternoon, October 8, 2006 at 2 o'clock at Sunset Memorial Gardens Mausoleum, Graniteville, SC. Honorary Pallbearers will be employees of the Aiken County Sheriffs Department Cpl. Kathy Meredith, Capt. Creight Henderson, Lt. Billy Widener, Lt. Lewis Meredith, Lt. Al Ward and Danny Raynes, Hazel Sturgill, Destiny Patterson, Lorie Scott, Winnie Brantley, and Dianne Hightower. The family has asked that memorials in memory of Ruby be made to The American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 1131, Fairfax, VA 22038-1131 www.Diabetes.org Friends may call at the family residence, 716 Lake Santee Dr., North Augusta, SC (Lakes & Streams Subdivision) Saturday afternoon from 3 o'clock until the time of service at Hatcher Funeral Home & Cremation Service, US Hwy., 1, Langley, SC with service to follow. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
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 this Friday afternoon at 3 o'clock from the Stephen D. Posey Funeral Home. Rev. Joey Thompson officiating. Interment in Hillcrest Memorial Park. 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 .
George Piper (AIKEN, S.C.)
AIKEN, S.C. - Mr. George Heath Piper, Jr., of Brooklyn, NY, died October 3, 2006 after an extended illness in a New York hospital. Funeral services will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the Savannah River Cancer Foundation, P.O. Box 3694, Aiken, SC 29802. Shellhouse Funeral Home, Inc., 924 Hayne Ave., Aiken, SC
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 this Friday afternoon at 3 o'clock from the Stephen D. Posey Funeral Home. Rev. Joey Thompson officiating. Interment in Hillcrest Memorial Park. 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 .
Clara Blaylock (NORTH AUGUSTA, Ga.)
NORTH AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mrs. Clara Morgan Blaylock, 86, of Liberty Hill Road entered into rest October 2, 2006 at Anne Marie Rehab and Nursing Center. Funeral services will be held 1 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. Mrs. Blaylock, a native of Aiken County, was a member of Old Storm Branch Baptist Church where she served faithfully on the ushers ministry. Survivors include a daughter, Geneva M. Chavous; two sons, Willie Morgan and Clarence (Patricia) Blaylock; two sisters-in-law, Lucy Mae Morgan and Rosa Lee Blaylock; nine grandchildren, nine great grandchildren, and a host of other relatives and friends. The family will receive friends from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. today at the funeral home. Friends may call at the residence of Geneva Chavous, 176 Liberty Hill Road. G.L. Brightharp & Sons Mortuary, 614 West Avenue, North Augusta, S.C.
Albert Burt (JOHNSTON, S.C.)
JOHNSTON, S.C. - Funeral Services for Albert Burt will be held 12:00 noon, Saturday, October 7, 2006 at the Willow Spring Baptist Church with the Pastor Anthony Gordon. Interment will be in the Church Cemetery. Survivors include: wife, Dorothy Price Burt of the home; three daughters, Sharon (Barrett) Anderson, and Cerrita Burt, both of Johnston, SC, and Tywanna (Dennis) Sullivan, Jr., Graniteville, SC; a son, Tracy Gladney, Greenwood, SC, mother, Mrs. Mattie Burt, Edgefield, SC; two sisters, Mary Katherine (Ronnie) Hammond, Johnston, SC and Sarah (Perry)Baldwin, Durham, NC, three brothers, George (Jennie) Burt, Johnston, SC, James Burt and Willie Lee Burt, both of Johnston, SC; four grandchildren, Sharon Burt, Aja Andreson, Cyntheria Sullivan and Shinzaja Talbert. Amos & Sons Funeral Home. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Claude Yates (DEARING, Ga.)
DEARING, Ga. - Mr. Claude Yates, 60, husband of Geraldine Yates, entered into rest, October 3, 2006. 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. 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. Starling Funeral Home, Hwy 78, Harlem, Ga. 706-556-6524 - Email condolence to the family at starling@familink.com
Yamasee Dixon (SALUDA, Ga.)
SALUDA, Ga. - Yamasee Dixon died October 3, 2006 at Trinity Mission Health and Rehabilitation, Edgefield, S.C. Born in Edgefield County, daughter of the late Thomas and Maybell Springs, attended public school in Florida, where she moved at an early age. Later she moved to Saluda, S.C. where she lived with her nephew, Curtis (Lanie) Lorick. A member of Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witness in Edgefield, S.C. on February 2, 1987. She is survived by one brother, Henry B. Springs; care giving nephews, Curtis (Lanie) Lorick, Paul (Ruby) Springs, all of Saluda and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends. Service will be Saturday, October 7, 2006, 2:00 p.m. at Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witness, Edgefield. Burial at Rock Hill Baptist Church Cemetery in Saluda. Brother Willie Herrin, discourse. Logan 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 today at 2:00 P.M. in Hillcrest Memorial Park with Pastor Ken Young officiating. The family will receive friends this afternoon from 12:00 until 2:00 P.M. at the funeral home. Chance & Hydrick Funeral Directors 2502 Richmond Hill Road, Augusta, Georgia 30906.
Yamasee Dixon (SALUDA, Ga.)
SALUDA, Ga. - Yamasee Dixon died October 3, 2006 at Trinity Mission Health and Rehabilitation, Edgefield, S.C. Born in Edgefield County, daughter of the late Thomas and Maybell Springs, attended public school in Florida, where she moved at an early age. Later she moved to Saluda, S.C. where she lived with her nephew, Curtis (Lanie) Lorick. A member of Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witness in Edgefield, S.C. on February 2, 1987. She is survived by one brother, Henry B. Springs; care giving nephews, Curtis (Lanie) Lorick, Paul (Ruby) Springs, all of Saluda and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends. Service will be Saturday, October 7, 2006, 2:00 p.m. at Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witness, Edgefield. Burial at Rock Hill Baptist Church Cemetery in Saluda. Brother Willie Herrin, discourse. Logan Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Nellie Angerman (AIKEN, S.C.)
AIKEN, S.C. - Memorial services for Mrs. Nellie Marrs Angerman will be held Monday, October 9, 2006 at 11am at St Thaddeus Episcopal Church with Rev. David Thompson officiating. Interment will be private in Southlawn Cemetery. The family will receive guest after the Memorial services in the narthex. George Funeral Home & Cremation Center is in charge of arrangements. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be directed to the American Heart Association, 1003 Hammond Road, Aiken, SC 29803 or American Cancer Society, 128 Stonemark Lane, Columbia, SC 29210-1790. Mrs. Angerman, 68, of Aiken, died Wednesday, October 4, 2006 at her residence. Mrs. Angerman was born in Portersville, WV to the late Walter and Eunice Reynolds Marrs. Mrs. Angrerman (formerly Nellie M. Goosey) resided in North Augusta for many years where she was active at St. Bartholomew's Episcopal Church serving on the Alter Guild and contributing to the formation of the Christmas Bizaar. She attended LaVarenne cooking school in Paris, France. This led to teaching cooking classes for the church and a catering service for herself. She sailed most Sunday afternoons with friends at the Augusta Sailing Club. She was active in the Augusta Opera Society helping behind the scenes in several performances. She became a Braillist to illustrate greeting cards and books for small children. She retired from E.I. DuPont (Savannah River Site) after thirty three years of service and worked for Westinghouse another three years. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Angerman was predeceased by a brother, Leo Marrs, and a sister Donna Burgess, Mrs. Angerman is survived by her husband, Carl Angerman, a brother, James Marrs, Nitro, WV, and sister, Phyllis Moody, Murfreesboro, TN. Visit www.GeorgeFuneralHomes.com to view the obituary and sign the online condolence register. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Geoffrey Edney (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. Geoffrey Edney, 85, went home to be with the Lord at his residence, Wednesday, September 27, 2006. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Muriel Edney; his four children, John Parsons, Debbie Jones, Sharon Rudolph, and Lisa Barton; and five grandchildren. Mr. Edney was a member of Southside Baptist Church. He has donated his body to MCG. Memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 7, 2006 at Southside Baptist Church at 3612 Mike Padgett Hwy, Augusta, Ga. 30906. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Southside Baptist Church or to United Hospice.
Marvin Brown (SPARTA, Ga.)
SPARTA, Ga. - Mr. Marvin Brown, of 151 Soulville Circle, Sparta, Ga., died Sunday, October 1, 2006 in a Milledgeville nursing home. Survivors include one son, Rogers Brown of Sparta, Ga. Services will be held Saturday, October 7, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Galilee Baptist Church in Sparta, Ga.
Marvin Brown (SPARTA, Ga.)
SPARTA, Ga. - Mr. Marvin Brown, of 151 Soulville Circle, Sparta, Ga., died Sunday, October 1, 2006 in a Milledgeville nursing home. Survivors include one son, Rogers Brown of Sparta, Ga. Services will be held Saturday, October 7, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Galilee Baptist Church in Sparta, Ga.
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, Sarah English and Minnie Brooks; 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, (706) 560-0576 or W. H. Mays Mortuary, 1221 James Brown Boulevard, Augusta, GA (706) 722-6401.
Dorothy Robinson (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest Wednesday, October 4, 2006, Mrs. Dorothy Robinson of First Ave. Survivors include her husband, Mr. Billie E. Robinson, Augusta; three children, Mr. Billy (April) Robinson, Ms. Dorothy Robinson, Melanie Robinson; mother, Mrs. Lottie Bell; brother, Mr. Nathaniel (Ollie) Bell, Augusta; sister, Mrs. Betty Bell, Augusta; special friend, Mr. Clinton Hudson; five grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. Friends may call 2236 Sullivan Rd. or the funeral home. The Historic Dent's Undertaking Establishment serving the CSRA since the 1800's.
Rep. Pete Warren (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - State Representative Pete Warren, beloved husband of Diane Cleveland Warren, entered into rest Wednesday, October 4, 2006. Pete worked for International Paper as a Mechanical Instructor and was on the Environmental Board at International Paper. He was a veteran of the United States Army serving in the Vietnam Campaign. He was State Representative for District 122, member of the Agricultural Committee and Game, Fish & Parks Committee; Defense and Veterans Affairs Committee, Senior Citizens Council and VFW # 7778, United Steel Local 1803 and Hephzibah Agriculture Club. Funeral services will be held at Cross Creek High School Saturday, October 7, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. with Reverend Nevil Smith officiating. He will lie in state one hour prior to services. Burial will follow at Piney Grove Baptist Churchyard on Highway 56. Survivors include his wife; son, Pete (Holly) Warren Jr.; daughter, Jennifer Leigh (Bill) Wright, Augusta; grandchildren, Hannah Wright and Taylor Mathewson; sister, Jeanne Rooks, Augusta; brother, Frank Warren, Naples, FL and a host of nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Pete Warren Memorial Scholarship Fund, c/o Augusta State University Foundation, 2500 Walton Way, Augusta, Ga. 30904. The family will receive friends Friday evening from 6:00-8:00 p.m. from Elliott Sons Funeral Home, Lumpkin Road Chapel. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Albert Burt (JOHNSTON, S.C.)
JOHNSTON, S.C. - Funeral Services for Albert Burt will be held 12:00 noon, Saturday, October 7, 2006 at the Willow Spring Baptist Church with the Pastor Anthony Gordon. Interment will be in the Church Cemetery. Survivors include: wife, Dorothy Price Burt of the home; three daughters, Sharon (Barrett) Anderson, and Cerrita Burt, both of Johnston, SC, and Tywanna (Dennis) Sullivan, Jr., Graniteville, SC; a son, Tracy Gladney, Greenwood, SC, mother, Mrs. Mattie Burt, Edgefield, SC; two sisters, Mary Katherine (Ronnie) Hammond, Johnston, SC and Sarah (Perry)Baldwin, Durham, NC, three brothers, George (Jennie) Burt, Johnston, SC, James Burt and Willie Lee Burt, both of Johnston, SC; four grandchildren, Sharon Burt, Aja Andreson, Cyntheria Sullivan and Shinzaja Talbert. Amos & Sons Funeral Home. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Dominique Brown (WAYNESBORO, Ga.)
WAYNESBORO, Ga. - The funeral service for Mr. Dominique Brown will be 3:00 p.m. Saturday at Burke County Comprehensive High School with Rev. W.B. Tomlin and Pastor Glenn Wiggins, Sr. officiating. Interment will be in Pines cemetery. His memories will be cherished by his loving family. Phinazee and Son Funeral Home (706) 554-5500.
James Edward Dorsey (BELVEDERE, S.C.)
BELVEDERE, S.C. - James Edward Dorsey, 55, beloved husband of Cathy Conner Dorsey entered into rest on Wednesday, October 4, 2006 at University Hospital. Funeral services will be held Saturday, October 7, 2006 at 3:00 PM in the Chapel of Elliott Sons Funeral Home, 1134 Telfair Street, Augusta, Ga. with Dr. R. Larry Brown officiating. Burial to follow in Westover Memorial Park. Mr. Dorsey was born in Clarkesville, Georgia to Wiley Thomas Dorsey, Jr. & Louise Wade Dorsey. He lived in Belvedere, SC. for over 27 years. He was the owner of Belvedere Plumbing Company since 1984 and a member of Victory Baptist Church, North Augusta, SC. Additional survivors include his mother, Louise Wade Dorsey; one sister, Darlene Tarvin; two sons, James Dorsey, Jr. (Karen); Tommy Dorsey; one daughter Sherry Allen (Ron); and 14 grandchildren. The family will receive friends Friday, October 6th from 7:00 - 9:00 PM at the funeral home. If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to the American Lung Association of Georgia, 2050 Walton Way, Augusta, Ga. 30904. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Connie A. Reese (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. Connie A. Reese, 89, entered into rest on October 5, 2006. He served in the U.S. Army for 27 years including 23 months in the South Pacific in WWII and in various places since the war. Mr. Reese was a member of Hillcrest Baptist Church. He was a member of the Dabney Sunday School Class. He is survived by his loving wife, Rose H. Reese of Augusta; two daughters, Phyllis R. and husband Mike Gigandet, Marietta, Ga., Lisa R. and husband Richard Garrison, Martinez, Ga.; four grandchildren, Michelle and husband Chris Jones, Marietta, Ga.; Melissa Gigandet and her fianc, Chris Hill, Nashville, TN; Meghan and Tyler Garrison, Martinez; two great granddaughters, Maggie and Kate Jones of Marietta, Ga. Funeral services will be held at Hillcrest Baptist Church, 3045 Deans Bridge Road, on Saturday, October 7, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. with military honors. Dr. Gordon Robinson will be officiating. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Park. Honorary pallbearers will be the Deacons of the church. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hillcrest Baptist Church, 3045 Deans Bridge Road, Augusta, Ga. 30906 or Heartland Hospice Services, 1365 Interstate Parkway, Augusta, Ga. 30909. The family will receive friends Friday evening, October 6, 2006 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Elliott Sons Funeral Home, Lumpkin Road Chapel, 2524 Lumpkin Road, Augusta, Ga. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Nellie Angerman (AIKEN, S.C.)
AIKEN, S.C. - Memorial services for Mrs. Nellie Marrs Angerman will be held Monday, October 9, 2006 at 11am at St Thaddeus Episcopal Church with Rev. David Thompson officiating. Interment will be private in Southlawn Cemetery. The family will receive guest after the Memorial services in the narthex. George Funeral Home & Cremation Center is in charge of arrangements. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be directed to the American Heart Association, 1003 Hammond Road, Aiken, SC 29803 or American Cancer Society, 128 Stonemark Lane, Columbia, SC 29210-1790. Mrs. Angerman, 68, of Aiken, died Wednesday, October 4, 2006 at her residence. Mrs. Angerman was born in Portersville, WV to the late Walter and Eunice Reynolds Marrs. Mrs. Angrerman (formerly Nellie M. Goosey) resided in North Augusta for many years where she was active at St. Bartholomew's Episcopal Church serving on the Alter Guild and contributing to the formation of the Christmas Bizaar. She attended LaVarenne cooking school in Paris, France. This led to teaching cooking classes for the church and a catering service for herself. She sailed most Sunday afternoons with friends at the Augusta Sailing Club. She was active in the Augusta Opera Society helping behind the scenes in several performances. She became a Braillist to illustrate greeting cards and books for small children. She retired from E.I. DuPont (Savannah River Site) after thirty three years of service and worked for Westinghouse another three years. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Angerman was predeceased by a brother, Leo Marrs, and a sister Donna Burgess, Mrs. Angerman is survived by her husband, Carl Angerman, a brother, James Marrs, Nitro, WV, and sister, Phyllis Moody, Murfreesboro, TN. Visit www.GeorgeFuneralHomes.com to view the obituary and sign the online condolence register. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Herschel Thomas (WADLEY, Ga.)
WADLEY, Ga. - Mr. Herschel Thomas entered into eternal rest on Monday, October 2, 2006 in Louisville, Georgia. Funeral will be held on Saturday, October 7, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at the San Clair Baptist Church in Wadley, Georgia with the Rev. Mack Thomas officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Pallbearers are Derrick Thomas, Lionel Bractley, Rufus Thomas, Christopher Johnson, Perry Graves, Jr., Perry Graves, Sr. and Henry Spivey. His survivors are his mother, Mary Lee Curry Thomas, Wadley, GA; three sisters, Alberta Thomas Bractley, Wadley, GA, Ann Thomas, Atlanta, GA and Lillie Harrison, Mt. Vernon, NY; two brothers, Harold Jones, Columbus, GA and Judson Jones, New York; two sisters-in-law and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Hudson Mortuary, 144 Butts Street, Wadley, GA in charge of arrangements. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Carlando Marshall (WAYNESBORO, Ga.)
WAYNESBORO, Ga. - The funeral service for Mr. Carlando Marshall, Sr. will be at 12:00 noon Saturday at Waynesboro Deliverance Evangelistic Church with Pastor Ashley Moore, Sr. officiating. Interment will be in Pines Cemetery. A loving family will cherish his memories. Phinazee and Son Funeral Home (706) 554-5500.
Grady Sheppard (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. Grady S. (Suggie) Sheppard, 87, entered into rest Wednesday, October 4, 2006 at the Veterans Administration Hospital. No Services will be held. Mr. Sheppard had been a resident of the Georgia War Veterans Nursing Home for the past four years. He was a retired carpenter and a veteran of WW II. Survivors include three sons and daughters-in-law, Charles Sheppard, Gilbert and Debra Sheppard, Richard and Nancy Sheppard; two daughters and son-in-law, Linda Richardson, Connie and Robert Reynolds; ten grandchildren and several great-grandchildren. Chance & Hydrick Funeral Directors 2502 Richmond Hill Road, Augusta, Georgia 30906. 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, Sarah English and Minnie Brooks; 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, (706) 560-0576 or W. H. Mays Mortuary, 1221 James Brown Boulevard, Augusta, GA (706) 722-6401.
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 today at 2:00 P.M. in Hillcrest Memorial Park with Pastor Ken Young officiating. The family will receive friends this afternoon from 12:00 until 2:00 P.M. at the funeral home. Chance & Hydrick Funeral Directors 2502 Richmond Hill Road, Augusta, Georgia 30906.
Charles Bohler (COLUMBIA, S.C.)
COLUMBIA, S.C. - Memorial services for Mr. Charlie Bohler, will be held Sunday October 8, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. at St.Andrews Baptist Church 230 Bush River Road, Columbia, SC. South Carolina Cremation & Memorial Society is assisting the family. Mr. Bohler, 79 of Columbia, died Wednesday at the Dorn V.A. Medical Center A son of the late Charles Tillman Bohler, Sr. and the late Lois Storey Bohler. Mr.Bohler was born and raised in Augusta, GA. He graduated high school in Augusta. Mr. Bohler served his country in the United States Coast Guard Merchant Marines, He then joined the Army and afterwards served five years in the Army Reserves. He was a member of the St. Andrews Baptist Church, where he had served as Deacon and Sunday school teacher as well as many other responsibilities. He had served many churches as he traveled and moved from town to town. Mr. Bohler was an avid lover of golf and his golfing friends. It was said that Golf and his golfing friendswere his greatest joys in life. Mr.Bohler was a retired store manager for Thom McAn and Naturalizer shoe stores. Mr. Bohler is survived by his wife, Mary Lou Bohler, Columbia; two sons Charles T. (Dale) Bohler III, Lake Wylie, SC., and Bruce Neil (Donna) Bohler, Charlotte, NC.; two daughters, Eydie(John) Younkin, Greenville, and Cricket (Don) Rawls , Lexington; one sister, Carolyn Williams, Augusta, and one brother, Harry Neil Bohler, Atlanta, eight grandchildren, two great grandchildren , one niece and one nephew. Visit www.SouthCarolinaCremation.com view the obituary and sign the online condolence register. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Arthur Griffin (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. - Funeral service for Mr. Arthur Griffin, 82, of Old Aiken Road will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, October 7, 2006 at Poplar Spring Baptist Church with the Rev. Edward Lloyd officiating. Interment will be in the church cemetery. 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; eight grandchildren, five great-grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. Friends may call at the funeral home after 1 p.m. today. G.L. Brightharp & Sons Mortuary, 614 West Avenue, North Augusta, S.C.
Merylor McNair (THOMSON, Ga.)
THOMSON, Ga. - Funeral services for Merylor Jane 'Marilyn' McNair, 49, of Thomson will be held Saturday October 7, 2006 at 3:30 pm at the House of God Church of God in Christ, Bishop Mark Walden, officiating. Interment in the Mt. Aldred C.M.E. Church Cemetery. Survivors: mother, Lucille Beasley, Thomson; three children Keshia Benning, John Benning Jr. and Erika McNair all of Thomson; three sisters Lisa (Luke) Franklin of Thomson, Eleanor (Ronnie) Cleveland of Lincolnton and Julia Bryant of Augusta; four brothers, Morris (Janet) Beasley, Willie Beasley, Richard Ballard, Jr., all of Thomson and James (Janet) McNair of Warrenton; six grandchildren; other relatives and friends. Thomson Funeral System in charge. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Donald Ray Rushing (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. - Mr. Donald Ray Rushing, 60, of Karnes Street, son of May Belle Rushing, passed away Wednesday, October 4, 2006. Funeral services will be private. Mr. Rushing was born in Gilbert, La. on November 7, 1945. He served in the U.S. Army for 14 years and received the Purple Heart. He is survived by two daughters, Michelle Martin and Sabrina Rushing, five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
Emma Caldwell (SWAINSBORO, Ga.)
SWAINSBORO, Ga. - Mrs. Emma Zada Caldwell entered into eternal rest on Sunday, October 1, 2006 in the Emanuel County, Cross-Green Community. The funeral will be held on Saturday, October 7, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. at the Mt. Pleasant C.M.E. Church in Bartow, GA with the Rev. Stefon Young officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Pallbearers are Charlie Hudson, John Hudson, Tommy Tillman, Kelvin Hudson, Robert Hudson, Leroy Brown and Fred Hudson. Her survivors are one niece, same as daughter, Charlie Mae Hudson, Cross Green Community; two faithful cousins, Daisy Tillman, Lyons, GA and Herbert Jackson, New York, New York; 9 grandchildren, 23 great grandchildren and a host of cousins, other relatives and friends. Hudson Mortuary, 144 Butts Street, Wadley, GA in charge of arrangements. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Addison Coleman (BELVEDERE, S.C.)
BELVEDERE, S.C. - Funeral services for Mr. Addison "Blackeye" Coleman will be held 1 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. Family and friends will assemble at the residence of James (Georgia) Coleman, 5 River Circle, Belvedere at 10:45 a.m. G.L. Brightharp & Sons Mortuary, 614 West Avenue, North Augusta, S.C.
Rep. Pete Warren (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - State Representative Pete Warren, beloved husband of Diane Cleveland Warren, entered into rest Wednesday, October 4, 2006. Pete worked for International Paper as a Mechanical Instructor and was on the Environmental Board at International Paper. He was a veteran of the United States Army serving in the Vietnam Campaign. He was State Representative for District 122, member of the Agricultural Committee and Game, Fish & Parks Committee; Defense and Veterans Affairs Committee, Senior Citizens Council and VFW # 7778, United Steel Local 1803 and Hephzibah Agriculture Club. Funeral services will be held at Cross Creek High School Saturday, October 7, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. with Reverend Nevil Smith officiating. He will lie in state one hour prior to services. Burial will follow at Piney Grove Baptist Churchyard on Highway 56. Survivors include his wife; son, Pete (Holly) Warren Jr.; daughter, Jennifer Leigh (Bill) Wright, Augusta; grandchildren, Hannah Wright and Taylor Mathewson; sister, Jeanne Rooks, Augusta; brother, Frank Warren, Naples, FL and a host of nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Pete Warren Memorial Scholarship Fund, c/o Augusta State University Foundation, 2500 Walton Way, Augusta, Ga. 30904. The family will receive friends Friday evening from 6:00-8:00 p.m. from Elliott Sons Funeral Home, Lumpkin Road Chapel. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
James Edward Dorsey (BELVEDERE, S.C.)
BELVEDERE, S.C. - James Edward Dorsey, 55, beloved husband of Cathy Conner Dorsey entered into rest on Wednesday, October 4, 2006 at University Hospital. Funeral services will be held Saturday, October 7, 2006 at 3:00 PM in the Chapel of Elliott Sons Funeral Home, 1134 Telfair Street, Augusta, Ga. with Dr. R. Larry Brown officiating. Burial to follow in Westover Memorial Park. Mr. Dorsey was born in Clarkesville, Georgia to Wiley Thomas Dorsey, Jr. & Louise Wade Dorsey. He lived in Belvedere, SC. for over 27 years. He was the owner of Belvedere Plumbing Company since 1984 and a member of Victory Baptist Church, North Augusta, SC. Additional survivors include his mother, Louise Wade Dorsey; one sister, Darlene Tarvin; two sons, James Dorsey, Jr. (Karen); Tommy Dorsey; one daughter Sherry Allen (Ron); and 14 grandchildren. The family will receive friends Friday, October 6th from 7:00 - 9:00 PM at the funeral home. If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to the American Lung Association of Georgia, 2050 Walton Way, Augusta, Ga. 30904. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Marcus Gibbons (DETROIT, MI)
DETROIT, MI - Funeral services for Mr. Marcus 'Mark' Gibbons, Sr. will be held Saturday, October 7, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at the Canaan Galilee Baptist Church, Louisville. Burial will be in the Jones Grove Baptist Church with Rev. R. Stokes officiating. Family may be contacted at his mother's, Ada G. Natson 405 E. 5th St., Louisville. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Dorothy Robinson (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest Wednesday, October 4, 2006, Mrs. Dorothy Robinson of First Ave. Survivors include her husband, Mr. Billie E. Robinson, Augusta; three children, Mr. Billy (April) Robinson, Ms. Dorothy Robinson, Melanie Robinson; mother, Mrs. Lottie Bell; brother, Mr. Nathaniel (Ollie) Bell, Augusta; sister, Mrs. Betty Bell, Augusta; special friend, Mr. Clinton Hudson; five grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. Friends may call 2236 Sullivan Rd. or the funeral home. The Historic Dent's Undertaking Establishment serving the CSRA since the 1800's.
George Piper (AIKEN, S.C.)
AIKEN, S.C. - Mr. George Heath Piper, Jr., of Brooklyn, NY, died October 3, 2006 after an extended illness in a New York hospital. Funeral services will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the Savannah River Cancer Foundation, P.O. Box 3694, Aiken, SC 29802. Shellhouse Funeral Home, Inc., 924 Hayne Ave., Aiken, SC
Geoffrey Edney (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. Geoffrey Edney, 85, went home to be with the Lord at his residence, Wednesday, September 27, 2006. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Muriel Edney; his four children, John Parsons, Debbie Jones, Sharon Rudolph, and Lisa Barton; and five grandchildren. Mr. Edney was a member of Southside Baptist Church. He has donated his body to MCG. Memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 7, 2006 at Southside Baptist Church at 3612 Mike Padgett Hwy, Augusta, Ga. 30906. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Southside Baptist Church or to United Hospice.
Robert L. Johnson (AIKEN, S.C.)
AIKEN, S.C. - Mr. Robert L. "Bobby" Johnson, 57, of Shaws Fork Road, Aiken, died Tuesday, October 3, 2006 at his residence. Funeral services 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, 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; mother, Marie Johnson, Aiken; three daughters, Genovia J. Aaron (James), Stacey J. Salley (Tyrone) and Robyn L. Johnson, all of Aiken; two sisters, Rayanne Johnson and Trudy Johnson (Bernard), both of Aiken; three brothers, Furman (Jeanette) Cullum, Maryland, Wayne L. Johnson and James Allen (Regina) Johnson, both of Aiken; five grandchildren, Alexis and Ashley Aaron, Akira, Colby and Loreal Salley, Aiken; four brothers-in-law, Clyde Pero, Washington, D.C., Rev. Aaron (Ethel) Woodward, Earnest Woodward and Phillip (Linda) Woodward, all of Aiken. Friends may call at the residence or at the funeral home beginning at 3 to 8 p.m. on today and at the church Saturday, 10 to 11 a.m. Jackson-Brooks Funeral Home, Aiken, SC
Carlando Marshall (WAYNESBORO, Ga.)
WAYNESBORO, Ga. - The funeral service for Mr. Carlando Marshall, Sr. will be at 12:00 noon Saturday at Waynesboro Deliverance Evangelistic Church with Pastor Ashley Moore, Sr. officiating. Interment will be in Pines Cemetery. A loving family will cherish his memories. Phinazee and Son Funeral Home (706) 554-5500.
Dominique Brown (WAYNESBORO, Ga.)
WAYNESBORO, Ga. - The funeral service for Mr. Dominique Brown will be 3:00 p.m. Saturday at Burke County Comprehensive High School with Rev. W.B. Tomlin and Pastor Glenn Wiggins, Sr. officiating. Interment will be in Pines cemetery. His memories will be cherished by his loving family. Phinazee and Son Funeral Home (706) 554-5500.
Charles Bohler (COLUMBIA, S.C.)
COLUMBIA, S.C. - Memorial services for Mr. Charlie Bohler, will be held Sunday October 8, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. at St.Andrews Baptist Church 230 Bush River Road, Columbia, SC. South Carolina Cremation & Memorial Society is assisting the family. Mr. Bohler, 79 of Columbia, died Wednesday at the Dorn V.A. Medical Center A son of the late Charles Tillman Bohler, Sr. and the late Lois Storey Bohler. Mr.Bohler was born and raised in Augusta, GA. He graduated high school in Augusta. Mr. Bohler served his country in the United States Coast Guard Merchant Marines, He then joined the Army and afterwards served five years in the Army Reserves. He was a member of the St. Andrews Baptist Church, where he had served as Deacon and Sunday school teacher as well as many other responsibilities. He had served many churches as he traveled and moved from town to town. Mr. Bohler was an avid lover of golf and his golfing friends. It was said that Golf and his golfing friendswere his greatest joys in life. Mr.Bohler was a retired store manager for Thom McAn and Naturalizer shoe stores. Mr. Bohler is survived by his wife, Mary Lou Bohler, Columbia; two sons Charles T. (Dale) Bohler III, Lake Wylie, SC., and Bruce Neil (Donna) Bohler, Charlotte, NC.; two daughters, Eydie(John) Younkin, Greenville, and Cricket (Don) Rawls , Lexington; one sister, Carolyn Williams, Augusta, and one brother, Harry Neil Bohler, Atlanta, eight grandchildren, two great grandchildren , one niece and one nephew. Visit www.SouthCarolinaCremation.com view the obituary and sign the online condolence register. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Barbara Cliett (GROVETOWN, Ga.)
GROVETOWN, Ga. - Mrs. Barbara Ellen Johnson Cliett entered into rest Monday, October 2, 2006 at University Hospital. Family members are two sons, Walter Steve Cliett and Wayne Cliett; four daughters, Wanda Grantham, Jeanie Loyal, Ellen Maygrum, and Marie Dyches; one sister, Evelyn Sullivan; eleven grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. Mrs. Cliett was born in Langley, S.C. She was a homemaker and a member of Augusta Seventh Day Adventist Church. A private service with family only will be held. Thomas L. King Funeral Home, 124 Davis Road, Martinez, Ga. 706-863-6747. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Emma Caldwell (SWAINSBORO, Ga.)
SWAINSBORO, Ga. - Mrs. Emma Zada Caldwell entered into eternal rest on Sunday, October 1, 2006 in the Emanuel County, Cross-Green Community. The funeral will be held on Saturday, October 7, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. at the Mt. Pleasant C.M.E. Church in Bartow, GA with the Rev. Stefon Young officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Pallbearers are Charlie Hudson, John Hudson, Tommy Tillman, Kelvin Hudson, Robert Hudson, Leroy Brown and Fred Hudson. Her survivors are one niece, same as daughter, Charlie Mae Hudson, Cross Green Community; two faithful cousins, Daisy Tillman, Lyons, GA and Herbert Jackson, New York, New York; 9 grandchildren, 23 great grandchildren and a host of cousins, other relatives and friends. Hudson Mortuary, 144 Butts Street, Wadley, GA in charge of arrangements. 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. Mr. Dodson was a native of Schneider, IN. He was a graduate of Springfield High School in Springfield, Oregon. He had lived in the Augusta area for the past 46 years and was a graduate of the Augusta Business School. Mr. Dodson served in the U.S. Army as Photographer, where he met and photographed many interesting people, including Ike Eisenhower. He retired from the Medical College of Georgia after serving 13 years in the Central Energy Dept. as the Energy Services Technician. He also worked for Bi-Lo Grocery Store as a manager for 13 years. Mr. Dodson was a long time member of First Presbyterian Church. His family said he was the most wonderful husband, father, "Papa" and friend anyone could ever have. He enjoyed fishing and enjoyed teaching each of his grandchildrenhow to swim. In addition to his wife he is survived by his daughters: Debbie D. Gahman and her husband Merv of Martinez ; Janet D. Cartledge and her husband David of Appling; his grandchildren: Katie Gahman, Anna Gahman, David Cartledge, Jr., Nicole Cartledge and Dylan Cartledge, and his brother, Darren Dodson of Dallas, TX. A memorial service will be conducted Saturday, October 7, 2006, at 2:00 PM, in the chapel of Thomas Poteet & Son with Dr. Peter Letchford and Rev. Brent Dowis officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service and following at Thomas Poteet and Son. Memorial contributions may be made "In Memory of Gerald K. Dodson" to: First Presbyterian Church, 642 Telfair St., Augusta, GA 30901 or to Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research, Grand Central Station, PO Box 4777, New York, NY, 10163. Thomas Poteet & Son Funeral Directors, 214 Davis Rd. Augusta, GA 30907 (706)364-8484. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Marcus Gibbons (DETROIT, MI)
DETROIT, MI - Funeral services for Mr. Marcus 'Mark' Gibbons, Sr. will be held Saturday, October 7, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at the Canaan Galilee Baptist Church, Louisville. Burial will be in the Jones Grove Baptist Church with Rev. R. Stokes officiating. Family may be contacted at his mother's, Ada G. Natson 405 E. 5th St., Louisville. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Emogene LaFountain (WASHINGTON, Ga.)
WASHINGTON, Ga. - Mrs. Emogene Hyden LaFountain, 71, of Thornton Rd., died Wednesday, October 4, 2006 at Wills Memorial Hospital. Graveside services will be Sunday morning at 11:00 at Resthaven Cemetery. The family will receive friends Friday evening from 6 to 8 Hopkins Funeral Home.
Robert L. Johnson (AIKEN, S.C.)
AIKEN, S.C. - Mr. Robert L. "Bobby" Johnson, 57, of Shaws Fork Road, Aiken, died Tuesday, October 3, 2006 at his residence. Funeral services 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, 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; mother, Marie Johnson, Aiken; three daughters, Genovia J. Aaron (James), Stacey J. Salley (Tyrone) and Robyn L. Johnson, all of Aiken; two sisters, Rayanne Johnson and Trudy Johnson (Bernard), both of Aiken; three brothers, Furman (Jeanette) Cullum, Maryland, Wayne L. Johnson and James Allen (Regina) Johnson, both of Aiken; five grandchildren, Alexis and Ashley Aaron, Akira, Colby and Loreal Salley, Aiken; four brothers-in-law, Clyde Pero, Washington, D.C., Rev. Aaron (Ethel) Woodward, Earnest Woodward and Phillip (Linda) Woodward, all of Aiken. Friends may call at the residence or at the funeral home beginning at 3 to 8 p.m. on today and at the church Saturday, 10 to 11 a.m. Jackson-Brooks Funeral Home, Aiken, SC
Connie A. Reese (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. Connie A. Reese, 89, entered into rest on October 5, 2006. He served in the U.S. Army for 27 years including 23 months in the South Pacific in WWII and in various places since the war. Mr. Reese was a member of Hillcrest Baptist Church. He was a member of the Dabney Sunday School Class. He is survived by his loving wife, Rose H. Reese of Augusta; two daughters, Phyllis R. and husband Mike Gigandet, Marietta, Ga., Lisa R. and husband Richard Garrison, Martinez, Ga.; four grandchildren, Michelle and husband Chris Jones, Marietta, Ga.; Melissa Gigandet and her fianc, Chris Hill, Nashville, TN; Meghan and Tyler Garrison, Martinez; two great granddaughters, Maggie and Kate Jones of Marietta, Ga. Funeral services will be held at Hillcrest Baptist Church, 3045 Deans Bridge Road, on Saturday, October 7, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. with military honors. Dr. Gordon Robinson will be officiating. Burial will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Park. Honorary pallbearers will be the Deacons of the church. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hillcrest Baptist Church, 3045 Deans Bridge Road, Augusta, Ga. 30906 or Heartland Hospice Services, 1365 Interstate Parkway, Augusta, Ga. 30909. The family will receive friends Friday evening, October 6, 2006 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Elliott Sons Funeral Home, Lumpkin Road Chapel, 2524 Lumpkin Road, Augusta, Ga. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Barbara Cliett (GROVETOWN, Ga.)
GROVETOWN, Ga. - Mrs. Barbara Ellen Johnson Cliett entered into rest Monday, October 2, 2006 at University Hospital. Family members are two sons, Walter Steve Cliett and Wayne Cliett; four daughters, Wanda Grantham, Jeanie Loyal, Ellen Maygrum, and Marie Dyches; one sister, Evelyn Sullivan; eleven grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. Mrs. Cliett was born in Langley, S.C. She was a homemaker and a member of Augusta Seventh Day Adventist Church. A private service with family only will be held. Thomas L. King Funeral Home, 124 Davis Road, Martinez, Ga. 706-863-6747. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Evelyn Lafleur (THOMSON, Ga.)
THOMSON, Ga. - Mrs. Evelyn Lafleur age 69 widow of Mr. Rene Lafleur, of Thomson, died Wednesday October 4, 2006 in the McDuffie Regional Medical Center. Graveside services will be held 2:00 PM Sunday October 8, 2006 in the Savannah Valley Memorial Gardens with Rev. Michael Timmerman officiating. Mrs. Lafleur was born in Westport, Massachusetts a daughter of the late Jose and Philomena Andrade Duarte. She had lived in Thomson for many years and was a homemaker. She is survived by two daughters, Brenda (Brent) Godbee of Thomson, Carol (John) Chick of Royston, GA; sister, Mary Martin of Clearwater, FL; two brothers, Albert Duarte of Massachusetts, and Manuel Duarte of Pahrump, NV; six grandchildren, Jason Hill, Ashley Hill, Will Chick, Traci Minor, Joe Minor and Greg Minor; several nieces and nephews. The Lafleur family will be at the residence, 2150 Old Milledgeville, Thomson, GA. You may sign the online guestbook at www.curtisfuneralhome.com . Curtis Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Emogene LaFountain (WASHINGTON, Ga.)
WASHINGTON, Ga. - Mrs. Emogene Hyden LaFountain, 71, of Thornton Rd., died Wednesday, October 4, 2006 at Wills Memorial Hospital. Graveside services will be Sunday morning at 11:00 at Resthaven Cemetery. The family will receive friends Friday evening from 6 to 8 Hopkins Funeral Home.
Clara Blaylock (NORTH AUGUSTA, Ga.)
NORTH AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mrs. Clara Morgan Blaylock, 86, of Liberty Hill Road entered into rest October 2, 2006 at Anne Marie Rehab and Nursing Center. Funeral services will be held 1 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. Mrs. Blaylock, a native of Aiken County, was a member of Old Storm Branch Baptist Church where she served faithfully on the ushers ministry. Survivors include a daughter, Geneva M. Chavous; two sons, Willie Morgan and Clarence (Patricia) Blaylock; two sisters-in-law, Lucy Mae Morgan and Rosa Lee Blaylock; nine grandchildren, nine great grandchildren, and a host of other relatives and friends. The family will receive friends from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. today at the funeral home. Friends may call at the residence of Geneva Chavous, 176 Liberty Hill Road. G.L. Brightharp & Sons Mortuary, 614 West Avenue, North Augusta, S.C.
Evelyn Lafleur (THOMSON, Ga.)
THOMSON, Ga. - Mrs. Evelyn Lafleur age 69 widow of Mr. Rene Lafleur, of Thomson, died Wednesday October 4, 2006 in the McDuffie Regional Medical Center. Graveside services will be held 2:00 PM Sunday October 8, 2006 in the Savannah Valley Memorial Gardens with Rev. Michael Timmerman officiating. Mrs. Lafleur was born in Westport, Massachusetts a daughter of the late Jose and Philomena Andrade Duarte. She had lived in Thomson for many years and was a homemaker. She is survived by two daughters, Brenda (Brent) Godbee of Thomson, Carol (John) Chick of Royston, GA; sister, Mary Martin of Clearwater, FL; two brothers, Albert Duarte of Massachusetts, and Manuel Duarte of Pahrump, NV; six grandchildren, Jason Hill, Ashley Hill, Will Chick, Traci Minor, Joe Minor and Greg Minor; several nieces and nephews. The Lafleur family will be at the residence, 2150 Old Milledgeville, Thomson, GA. You may sign the online guestbook at www.curtisfuneralhome.com . Curtis Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Flay Hobbs (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Funeral Services for Mr. Flay Hobbs, who entered into rest on October 3, 2006, will be conducted this Saturday October 7, 2006, at 3PM at C.A. Reid Sr. Memorial Gibson Chapel with Reverend Clarence Grier officiating. Interment will be at Southview Cemetery.
Flay Hobbs (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Funeral Services for Mr. Flay Hobbs, who entered into rest on October 3, 2006, will be conducted this Saturday October 7, 2006, at 3PM at C.A. Reid Sr. Memorial Gibson Chapel with Reverend Clarence Grier officiating. Interment will be at Southview Cemetery.
Herschel Thomas (WADLEY, Ga.)
WADLEY, Ga. - Mr. Herschel Thomas entered into eternal rest on Monday, October 2, 2006 in Louisville, Georgia. Funeral will be held on Saturday, October 7, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at the San Clair Baptist Church in Wadley, Georgia with the Rev. Mack Thomas officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Pallbearers are Derrick Thomas, Lionel Bractley, Rufus Thomas, Christopher Johnson, Perry Graves, Jr., Perry Graves, Sr. and Henry Spivey. His survivors are his mother, Mary Lee Curry Thomas, Wadley, GA; three sisters, Alberta Thomas Bractley, Wadley, GA, Ann Thomas, Atlanta, GA and Lillie Harrison, Mt. Vernon, NY; two brothers, Harold Jones, Columbus, GA and Judson Jones, New York; two sisters-in-law and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Hudson Mortuary, 144 Butts Street, Wadley, GA in charge of arrangements. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Sarah Person (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Ms. Sarah E. Person of Amsterdam Drive entered into rest on Saturday, September 30, 2006 at her residence. Funeral services will be held Saturday, October 7, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at Williams Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Henry Brooks officiating. Burial will be in Cedar Grove Cemetery. She was a native of Ridge Spring, S.C. and a retired Certified Nursing Assistant. Survivors are one daughter, Rachel Person, Augusta; one sister, Lucille Felders, Augusta; one brother, Matthew Burke, New York; five grandchildren; and nieces, nephews, and other relatives. Williams Funeral Home, 1765 Martin Luther King Blvd., Augusta, Ga. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Sarah Person (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Ms. Sarah E. Person of Amsterdam Drive entered into rest on Saturday, September 30, 2006 at her residence. Funeral services will be held Saturday, October 7, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at Williams Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Henry Brooks officiating. Burial will be in Cedar Grove Cemetery. She was a native of Ridge Spring, S.C. and a retired Certified Nursing Assistant. Survivors are one daughter, Rachel Person, Augusta; one sister, Lucille Felders, Augusta; one brother, Matthew Burke, New York; five grandchildren; and nieces, nephews, and other relatives. Williams Funeral Home, 1765 Martin Luther King Blvd., Augusta, Ga. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Mary Harden (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mrs. Mary Tubman Harden of First Ave. entered into rest Sunday, October 1, 2006 at the University Hospital. Funeral services will be held Saturday, October 7, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. at Life In the River Worship Center with Pastor Gary Reese officiating. Burial will be in Cedar Grove Cemetery. She was a native of Richmond County, Ga. and attended Springhill Baptist Church. Survivors are five adopted children, Mark Powell, Gonzalee Royal, Evalina Powell, Jamie Brown, and Catherine White-Murchinson; great granddaughter, Dee Dee Royal; devoted niece, Sally Kimble, Augusta; devoted cousins, Johnnie Mae McFadden, Lester Tubman, William Henry Bostic, Louise Garrett, and Prophet Tubman; a devoted friend, Doris Lewis; and a host of other relatives and friends. Williams Funeral Home, 1765 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Ruby Schrade (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. - Entered into rest Thursday, morning, October 5, 2006 at her home, Mrs. Ruby Darlene Schrade, 55, of North Augusta, SC, much loved wife of Commander Larry Schrade, United States Navy, Retired. Born in Manassas, VA, she was the daughter of James Bostic Sr Fredericksburg, VA and Alice Bradley, Manassas, VA. Ruby obtained a Nursing degree from Northern Virginia College. She had been a resident of North Augusta, SC since 1991, was of the Lutheran faith and retired from Leavelle McCampbell Middle School in 1999 where she had been the supervisor of In-School Suspension. Ruby enjoyed crafting and sewing and was so very proud that she got to see her latest grandchild, Byron, born on July 29. In addition to her husband of twenty-seven years, CDR Larry Schrade and her mother and father, she is survived by daughters, Laural Whitt, (John) North Augusta, SC and Kimberly Hill, Fredricksburg, VA; son, Jason Downs, (Curry) Austin, TX; brother, James Bostic Jr, Ocala, FL; sisters, Anne Cruz, Centerville, VA; Elizabeth Vaquera, Fredricksburg, VA, and Patricia Childress, Ocala, FL; and her most treasured grandchildren, Damian Whitt, Byron Whitt, William Hill, and Kayleigh Hill; and many nieces and nephews. A Celebration of Life Service will be held Saturday, afternoon, October 7, 2006 at 5 o'clock at Hatcher Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Langley, SC, with Pastor Reilly Hammond celebrant. At her request, Ruby will be cremated and entombment will be held Sunday, afternoon, October 8, 2006 at 2 o'clock at Sunset Memorial Gardens Mausoleum, Graniteville, SC. Honorary Pallbearers will be employees of the Aiken County Sheriffs Department Cpl. Kathy Meredith, Capt. Creight Henderson, Lt. Billy Widener, Lt. Lewis Meredith, Lt. Al Ward and Danny Raynes, Hazel Sturgill, Destiny Patterson, Lorie Scott, Winnie Brantley, and Dianne Hightower. The family has asked that memorials in memory of Ruby be made to The American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 1131, Fairfax, VA 22038-1131 www.Diabetes.org Friends may call at the family residence, 716 Lake Santee Dr., North Augusta, SC (Lakes & Streams Subdivision) Saturday afternoon from 3 o'clock until the time of service at Hatcher Funeral Home & Cremation Service, US Hwy., 1, Langley, SC with service to follow. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Addison Coleman (BELVEDERE, S.C.)
BELVEDERE, S.C. - Funeral services for Mr. Addison "Blackeye" Coleman will be held 1 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. Family and friends will assemble at the residence of James (Georgia) Coleman, 5 River Circle, Belvedere at 10:45 a.m. G.L. Brightharp & Sons Mortuary, 614 West Avenue, North Augusta, S.C.
Mary Harden (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mrs. Mary Tubman Harden of First Ave. entered into rest Sunday, October 1, 2006 at the University Hospital. Funeral services will be held Saturday, October 7, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. at Life In the River Worship Center with Pastor Gary Reese officiating. Burial will be in Cedar Grove Cemetery. She was a native of Richmond County, Ga. and attended Springhill Baptist Church. Survivors are five adopted children, Mark Powell, Gonzalee Royal, Evalina Powell, Jamie Brown, and Catherine White-Murchinson; great granddaughter, Dee Dee Royal; devoted niece, Sally Kimble, Augusta; devoted cousins, Johnnie Mae McFadden, Lester Tubman, William Henry Bostic, Louise Garrett, and Prophet Tubman; a devoted friend, Doris Lewis; and a host of other relatives and friends. Williams Funeral Home, 1765 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Arthur Griffin (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. - Funeral service for Mr. Arthur Griffin, 82, of Old Aiken Road will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, October 7, 2006 at Poplar Spring Baptist Church with the Rev. Edward Lloyd officiating. Interment will be in the church cemetery. 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; eight grandchildren, five great-grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. Friends may call at the funeral home after 1 p.m. today. G.L. Brightharp & Sons Mortuary, 614 West Avenue, North Augusta, S.C.
Grady Sheppard (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. Grady S. (Suggie) Sheppard, 87, entered into rest Wednesday, October 4, 2006 at the Veterans Administration Hospital. No Services will be held. Mr. Sheppard had been a resident of the Georgia War Veterans Nursing Home for the past four years. He was a retired carpenter and a veteran of WW II. Survivors include three sons and daughters-in-law, Charles Sheppard, Gilbert and Debra Sheppard, Richard and Nancy Sheppard; two daughters and son-in-law, Linda Richardson, Connie and Robert Reynolds; ten grandchildren and several great-grandchildren. Chance & Hydrick Funeral Directors 2502 Richmond Hill Road, Augusta, Georgia 30906. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Donald Ray Rushing (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. - Mr. Donald Ray Rushing, 60, of Karnes Street, son of May Belle Rushing, passed away Wednesday, October 4, 2006. Funeral services will be private. Mr. Rushing was born in Gilbert, La. on November 7, 1945. He served in the U.S. Army for 14 years and received the Purple Heart. He is survived by two daughters, Michelle Martin and Sabrina Rushing, five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
(Ret.) Adna L. Stein (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest Tuesday, October 3, 2006 at University Hospital, MSGT (Ret.) Adna L. Stein, 78, of Park Place Court. Funeral services will be conducted Saturday, October 7, 2006 at 12:00 noon from Williams Memorial Christian Methodist Episcopal Church with Reverend Dr. Paul W. Gardner, Sr. officiating. Interment will be in Mount Olive Memorial Gardens with full military honors. Honorary pallbearers are the Richmond County Board of Education Board Members, Williams Memorial CME Church Trustees, Juneteenth Society of Augusta and the Top Ladies of Distinction, Inc. Please assemble at the church by 11:15 a.m. Saturday. Mr. Stein was a native of Mount Enterprise, Texas. He attended the Texas Public Schools and upon graduation he enlisted in the United States Army and graduated from the Army Engineering School, Fort Velvoir, Virginia in 1951 and the NCO Academy, Fort Carson, Colorado in 1956. On September 1, 1966, he retired from the United States Army after twenty-one years of service. After his military career Mr. Stein attended the University of Georgia and South Carolina State University where he received a degree in Trade and Industrial Education. He began his career of eighteen years as a educator with the Richmond County Board of Education retiring in 1986. In 1992, he was elected to the Richmond County Board of Education, where he served in the capacities of President and Chairman of the Building Committee. Mr. Stein was active in several community organizations: the Evening Optimist Club, Richmond County Board of Elections, Richmond County Board of Health, CSRA Classic, Richmond County Board of Retired Teachers Association and the Juneteenth Society of Augusta. He was a member of Williams Memorial Christian Methodist Episcopal Church where he was a loyal member and served diligently as a Trustee and Sunday School Teacher. Survivors are a devoted and loving wife, Julia Stein; step son, Eric Porter, Gaithersburg, MD; three sisters, Marie Hill, Praire View, TX; Thelma Comier, Palestine, TX, Martha (Shelly) Ross, Beaumont, TX; four brothers, Seth (Nancy) Stein, Mt. Enterprise, TX, Isaac Stein, Sugarland, TX, Philip (Arkalio) Stein, Mt. Enterprise, TX and Paul (Sharon) Stein, Clinton, MS; mother-in-law, Rosa L. Stokes, Augusta, GA; two brothers-in-law, Moses (Thelma) Stokes, North Augusta, SC and Walter (Lucille) Stokes, Augusta, GA; one sister-in-law, Judith (John) Bradberry, Jonesboro, GA; one god daughter, Artencia Taylor, Augusta, GA; one god son, Gerald Elam, Grovetown, GA; two loyal nephews, Winston Stein and Dimitri Stein, both of Texas; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Friends may call the residence or W.H. Mays Mortuary, 1221 James Brown Boulevard, Augusta, GA 30901 (706) 722-6401.
Claude Yates (DEARING, Ga.)
DEARING, Ga. - Mr. Claude Yates, 60, husband of Geraldine Yates, entered into rest, October 3, 2006. 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. 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. Starling Funeral Home, Hwy 78, Harlem, Ga. 706-556-6524 - Email condolence to the family at starling@familink.com
(Ret.) Adna L. Stein (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest Tuesday, October 3, 2006 at University Hospital, MSGT (Ret.) Adna L. Stein, 78, of Park Place Court. Funeral services will be conducted Saturday, October 7, 2006 at 12:00 noon from Williams Memorial Christian Methodist Episcopal Church with Reverend Dr. Paul W. Gardner, Sr. officiating. Interment will be in Mount Olive Memorial Gardens with full military honors. Honorary pallbearers are the Richmond County Board of Education Board Members, Williams Memorial CME Church Trustees, Juneteenth Society of Augusta and the Top Ladies of Distinction, Inc. Please assemble at the church by 11:15 a.m. Saturday. Mr. Stein was a native of Mount Enterprise, Texas. He attended the Texas Public Schools and upon graduation he enlisted in the United States Army and graduated from the Army Engineering School, Fort Velvoir, Virginia in 1951 and the NCO Academy, Fort Carson, Colorado in 1956. On September 1, 1966, he retired from the United States Army after twenty-one years of service. After his military career Mr. Stein attended the University of Georgia and South Carolina State University where he received a degree in Trade and Industrial Education. He began his career of eighteen years as a educator with the Richmond County Board of Education retiring in 1986. In 1992, he was elected to the Richmond County Board of Education, where he served in the capacities of President and Chairman of the Building Committee. Mr. Stein was active in several community organizations: the Evening Optimist Club, Richmond County Board of Elections, Richmond County Board of Health, CSRA Classic, Richmond County Board of Retired Teachers Association and the Juneteenth Society of Augusta. He was a member of Williams Memorial Christian Methodist Episcopal Church where he was a loyal member and served diligently as a Trustee and Sunday School Teacher. Survivors are a devoted and loving wife, Julia Stein; step son, Eric Porter, Gaithersburg, MD; three sisters, Marie Hill, Praire View, TX; Thelma Comier, Palestine, TX, Martha (Shelly) Ross, Beaumont, TX; four brothers, Seth (Nancy) Stein, Mt. Enterprise, TX, Isaac Stein, Sugarland, TX, Philip (Arkalio) Stein, Mt. Enterprise, TX and Paul (Sharon) Stein, Clinton, MS; mother-in-law, Rosa L. Stokes, Augusta, GA; two brothers-in-law, Moses (Thelma) Stokes, North Augusta, SC and Walter (Lucille) Stokes, Augusta, GA; one sister-in-law, Judith (John) Bradberry, Jonesboro, GA; one god daughter, Artencia Taylor, Augusta, GA; one god son, Gerald Elam, Grovetown, GA; two loyal nephews, Winston Stein and Dimitri Stein, both of Texas; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Friends may call the residence or W.H. Mays Mortuary, 1221 James Brown Boulevard, Augusta, GA 30901 (706) 722-6401.
(Ret.) Adna L. Stein (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Monique McVey (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
Rep. Pete Warren (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Carlando Marshall (WAYNESBORO, Ga.)
Donald Ray Rushing (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Arthur Griffin (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Donald Ray Rushing (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Barbara Cliett (GROVETOWN, Ga.)
Elease Senn (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Ruby Schrade (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Robert L. Johnson (AIKEN, S.C.)
Connie A. Reese (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Emma Caldwell (SWAINSBORO, Ga.)
Rep. Pete Warren (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Clara Blaylock (NORTH AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Addison Coleman (BELVEDERE, S.C.)
Ruby Schrade (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Dominique Brown (WAYNESBORO, Ga.)
Arthur Griffin (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Emma Caldwell (SWAINSBORO, Ga.)
Charles Bohler (COLUMBIA, S.C.)
Clara Blaylock (NORTH AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Emogene LaFountain (WASHINGTON, Ga.)
Dorothy Robinson (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
James Edward Dorsey (BELVEDERE, S.C.)
James Edward Dorsey (BELVEDERE, S.C.)
Addison Coleman (BELVEDERE, S.C.)
Monique McVey (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
Dominique Brown (WAYNESBORO, Ga.)
Emogene LaFountain (WASHINGTON, Ga.)
Robert L. Johnson (AIKEN, S.C.)
Charles Bohler (COLUMBIA, S.C.)
(Ret.) Adna L. Stein (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Connie A. Reese (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Barbara Cliett (GROVETOWN, Ga.)
Dorothy Robinson (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Elease Senn (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Carlando Marshall (WAYNESBORO, Ga.)
Strikes by Lehn propel Wildcats
Bernardini tops the bill at Belmont
Strikes by Lehn propel Wildcats
For a while late Thursday afternoon, the morale was high on the sidelines and in the home stands at Augusta Prep.
Bernardini tops the bill at Belmont
NEW YORK - The fields will be small but the stakes large at Belmont Park today when five Grade 1 races - topped by the Jockey Club Gold Cup - help determine a pecking order for November's Breeders' Cup.
Overtime
In Greenville, S.C., senior Amanda Smith had one of the day's best rounds, and Augusta State is in second place after the first round of the Lady Paladin Invitational.
'Pack breaks tie by a point
In a sport that requires the victor to win by two points, a single point in a three-game volleyball match normally doesn't mean that much.
Overtime
In Aiken, Emmanuel Maduka and Wacey Benjamin led USC Aiken to a 2-1 upset victory over Lander University in Peach Belt Conference play.
Titans ask player for bonus money
NASHVILLE, Tenn. - The Tennessee Titans asked Albert Haynesworth to return some of his bonus money because the defensive tackle won't be playing in five games during his suspension for stomping on the face of Dallas center Andre Gurode.
League clarifies its rule
INDIANAPOLIS - Colts coach Tony Dungy put his revamped no-huddle plans on hold.
Haynesworth won't face charges
Albert Haynesworth won't face criminal charges for scraping his cleat across the unprotected face of Dallas center Andre Gurode, and said Thursday he would seek counseling for his behavior.
Waiver pickups can be big
Is your fantasy team performing like the Oakland Raiders? If so, don't worry; there's time to fix it, unlike the Raiders.
End times?
When members left services at Grace Fellowship on Sibley Road a few weeks ago, they found a newsletter under their windshield wipers with a warning about the End Times and a coming nuclear war, predicted to start Sept. 12.
God offers a new start, not freedom from consequences
God's love, grace and forgiveness do not include sparing us from the consequences of bad behavior and choices.
Faith calendar
The Faith Calendar lists church and temple activities. Space is limited. Deadline is noon Monday. Send to churchnews@augustachronicle.com.
Workshop introduces inductive Bible study
Jannie Wilcoxson had been a committed Christian for more than 10 years before she learned inductive study, a simple way to read the Bible.
Faith Digest
Carriage rides through Aiken will be offered at the Chocolate Festival from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. today at St. Mary Help of Christians Catholic School.
Q&A: Pope Benedict's remarks on Islam and holy war
Did the leader of a billion Roman Catholics knock the faith of a billion Muslims? Many followers of Islam objected to Pope Benedict XVI's remarks about jihad ("holy war") in a speech given one day after the Sept. 11 anniversary.
Faldo has the clout for Masters gig
Days of hunting for stimulation are gone
Dogs-Vols often decides SEC champ
Dogs-Vols often decides SEC champ
There is something about Tennessee that gets Ray Gant's heart humming.
Bulldogs kicker Coutu will miss entire season
ATHENS, Ga. - Georgia kicker Brandon Coutu is expected to miss the entire season after suffering an injury to his kicking leg, coach Mark Richt said Friday.
Johnson, 'Dogs need big day vs. Volunteers
Bulldogs kicker Coutu will miss entire season
Johnson, 'Dogs need big day vs. Volunteers
ATHENS, Ga. - As a sophomore last year, Charles Johnson made a quick impression in his first chance to play a critical support role at Georgia.
Days of hunting for stimulation are gone
I never thought I would say this, but it's quite possible that I'm a media junkie who has reached his media saturation point.
Kentucky QB has different outlook
Kentucky QB has different outlook
LEXINGTON, Ky. - One second has made a huge difference for Andre Woodson.
Can 'Cats scratch Spurrier curse?
LEXINGTON, Ky. - Kentucky will have to find another year to end its 20-game losing streak against Florida, but the Wildcats get a shot today to end a streak against the coach who was responsible for 12 of those losses.
Can 'Cats scratch Spurrier curse?
God offers a new start, not freedom from consequences
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