Health Calendar
The Health Calendar is a listing of support groups, activities and lectures. Send information to Health Calendar, The Augusta Chronicle Newsroom, P.O. Box 1928, Augusta, GA 30903-1928 or send e-mail to ryan.wehmeyer@augustachronicle.com
Athlete Spotlight: Shalonte Rainey, Kayce Greene
Whether it's lending their school spirit from the sidelines or being the focus of the competition, Kayce Greene and Shalonte Rainey have given their all as cheerleaders for Silver Bluff High School the past four years.
Recycling news
To raise money for burn victims, the Southeastern Firefighters Burn Foundation takes aluminum cans at the Belvedere Fire Department on U.S. Highway 25, Langley Fire Department on South Carolina Highway 421, and Aiken Department of Public Safety stations No. 2 on Silver Bluff Road and No. 3 on U.S. Highway 78.
Photos: King and queens
Members of the 2006-07 Fox Creek High School homecoming court are Jade Bryant, ninth grade; JoHanna Jacobs, 10th grade; Megan Bryant, homecoming queen; and Jetta Owens, 11th grade.
Editorial cartoonist set to open arts center program
The Aiken Center for the Arts will kick off its quarterly Business of Art program Wednesday with a speaker from Clemson, S.C.
Bookings
These are the bookings for the Aiken County Detention Center for Sept. 21-28. Suspects are innocent until proved guilty:
In Our Community
To provide assistance and money to benefit the library. Friends of the library also develop fundraising programs and events. The organization currently funds the DVD rental program and helped establish the wireless capabilities in the library. The next project is to raise funds for more nonfiction books.
Teacher's mother donates retirement gifts to school
When Nancy Lemke retired after 25 years at GFI Genfare in Chicago, her co-workers were stumped about what type of gift would be appropriate.
Milestones
North Augusta High School class of 1991 is seeking classmates for a 15-year reunion Friday, Nov. 24.
Around the block
Brock Clarke will give a free public reading at 8 p.m. Tuesday at the Etherredge Center at the University of South Carolina Aiken, 471 University Parkway, as part of the James and Mary Oswald Distinguished Writers series.
Real-life lessons
Each Thursday afternoon, the atmosphere at A.L. Corbett Middle School changes.
Where we worship
The Rev. Clanton said he doesn't have a favorite Scripture or quote from the Bible: "I like the whole book."
Play brings out some unnatural traits in its cast
Cathy Traver said she has nothing in common with the character she portrays in the Aiken Community Playhouse production of Lying in State.
Farmers Market
The Aiken County Farmers Market, at Williamsburg Street and Richland Avenue, sells fresh produce daily.
Voices from the street
Will you let your children participate in Halloween activities this year?
Project Lifesaver will begin
Project Lifesaver, a program that provides radio-signal emitting wristbands to mentally impaired people, will begin service in Aiken County on Nov. 1, officials said.
Adult Literacy
Here are some phone numbers of adult literacy sites:
Calendar
'Lying in State' will be performed at the Aiken Community Playhouse the weekends of October 20-21 and 27-28
City of Aiken Soccer Standings
City of Aiken soccer scores and standings
Seniors calendar
The Seniors Calendar lists items of interest to senior citizens. To list your activity, write to Seniors Calendar, The Augusta Chronicle, P.O. Box 1928, Augusta, GA 30903-1928. Send a fax to (706) 722-7403 or e-mail to feature@augustachronicle.com.
Rants and raves
A Big Rant to Edgefield County Councilman Willie Bright for calling the police on a group of teens playing football at Bettis Park. These kids were innocently playing football at a public park and doing nothing wrong.
Pet of the week
Ophelia, a 7-year-old female black-and-white cat, is available for adoption through the CSRA Humane Society. For more information, visit www.csrahumanesociety.org or call (706) 261-7387.
Across the river
Upcoming shows in the Broadway in Augusta series include Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Cats, I Can't Stop Loving You and Jesus Christ Superstar.
Library listings
Operating hours, locations and phone numbers for local library branches.
Spotted
For more photos. log on to The Augusta Chronicle's photo blog at spotted.augusta.com
Photo: Time travelers
Mr. McClure, Mr. Barbezzi, Ms. Barbabella and Mr. Custodi were on the streets of Aiken dressed as time travelers from A.D. 1304 to promote the Partners in Friendship Medieval Banquet, which will be held Thursday and Saturday in Aiken.
Five Questions with Bill Inman
Bill Inman is the United Way of Aiken County campaign chairman.
Recreation schedules
Aiken County Parks, Recreation and Tourism Department is seeking instructors for classes that include knitting, crocheting, karate, aerobics, pilates, yoga and more.
Music helps students gain an appreciation of poetry
McKenna Hydrick is a first-year teacher at Silver Bluff High School. She teaches English I and English II to ninth-graders. She is sharing her diary in this column each week.
CSRA Bridge Results
CSRA Masterpoint Race Bridge Results for the week of September 18 - 24.
Events
Camping reservations for coastal state parks should be made by telephone, mail or in person at least 14 days before occupancy dates for a minimum of four nights during the week or three nights on weekends.
Hitchcock Woods Foundation adapts to changes
Changes in Aiken are reflected even in the community's historic, revered institutions.
Meetings
The Aiken International Club meets at 7 p.m. the first Wednesday of every month.
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.
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
Detroit has the last laugh on Yankees
Three years ago, they lost 119 games and were a punchline. But The Detroit Tigers are the ones laughing loudest now. And the New York Yankees? They're the joke.
Athletics break through
OAKLAND, Calif. - The Oakland Athletics swept away years of first-round futility.
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.
Detroit has the last laugh on Yankees
Stars come through in clutch for Padres
Russell Branyan, Chris Young and Trevor Hoffman saved San Diego, stopping the St. Louis Cardinals from sweeping the Padres in the first round of the NL playoffs.
Cardinals' timing is right for the playoffs
The game's great ambassador
Baseballs left on a table, signed by dozens of his fans, told stories of how he touched their lives. Flowers piled up on another table near a portrait of the dapper, gregarious man who came to embody the story of the Negro Leagues.
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.
Stars come through in clutch for Padres
For me, life itself is one of the many pleasures of living
Laci Rose Mar'e
Oscar and Teresa Hayslip, of Augusta, are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Laci Rose Mar'e Hayslip, born on September 7, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Gavin Lee Cottone
Kelley Cottone of Hephzibah, and Randy Cottone of Blythe, are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Gavin Lee Cottone, born on August 29, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Alexis C'iara Flowers
Jimmy and Valencia Flowers of Martinez, are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Alexis Flowers, born September 6, 2006, at Doctor's Hospital in Augusta.
Za'mari Allysa Merritt
Tomiki Dunn and Maurice Merritt, both of Augusta, are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Za'mari Merritt, born on August 24, 2006, at St. Joseph Hospital in Augusta
Annie Isabella Evans
Evan and Toni Evans, of Augusta, are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Annie Isabella, born September 7, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Samantha Marie English
William and Toni English, Jr. of Evans, are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Samantha English, born on August 9, 2006, at St. Joseph Hospital in Augusta.
Camille Simons Jones
David and Cammie Jones, of Augusta, are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Camille Simons, born September 18, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Trent Alexander Horton
Darrell and Michele Horton of, Martinez, are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Trent Alexander, born on August 15, 2006 at Doctor's Hospital in Augusta.
Ryan Carl Schluter
Carl and Stephanie Schluter of Augusta, are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Ryan Carl, born on September 8, 2006, at Doctor's Hospital in Augusta.
Reese Linwood Saxon
Jason and Jenny Saxon, of Martinez, are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Reese Linwood Saxon, born August 4, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
On the Move / Biz Bits
Peggy Cheney has joined Harbor House as editorial director and assistant publisher. Her responsibilities include overseeing editorial operations and office administration for the publishing house.
Signs offer reminders that doo-doo is a no-no
Face-to-face may be coming back
'Black Friday' fuels Web gambling exodus
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.
Retailers see good signs for holidays
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.
'Tis the season?
Why would any merchant put up Christmas decorations in September?
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?
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.
'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.
Automakers pin truck-sale hopes on Texas fair
Tab Harding needs a new pickup, but don't bother him with exhausting sales pitches. The mason contractor prefers shopping at the State Fair of Texas' auto show, where the next generation of trucks can be seen months before they reach the showrooms.
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.
Automakers pin truck-sale hopes on Texas fair
Retailers see good signs for holidays
A warning to procrastinators: Shop early if you want the must-have holiday gifts.
Dow's all-time highs don't inspire a broader market
Biz Bites
Companies are responding to consumers' on-demand expectations by focusing more on marketing strategies, according to a recent survey from Weber Shandwick, a public relations firm.
School snacks to get healthier
Property transfers
Here are the Richmond County property transfers for Sept. 19-27. The date indicates when the transfer was recorded in the clerk's office:
Business calendar
Legal Aspects of Your Business, free seminar by Serotta Maddocks Evans & Company CPAs and Rhodes Law Firm; topics include business forms, dealing with partners and protection from liability.
Dow's all-time highs don't inspire a broader market
Except for the media noise, there wasn't much euphoria on Wall Street last week as the Dow Jones industrial average hit an all-time high. With most investors' portfolios trailing the Dow's performance, the crowds weren't cheering too loudly for its record run.
Editorial Cartoon
Cartoon for Sunday, October 8, 2006
Editorial Cartoon 100706 - The Augusta Chronicle
Mayoral hopeful takes credit, but it's not due
Mayoral hopeful takes credit, but it's not due
I've got mayoral forumitis and a bad case of the Few.
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.
Tigers show mettle
Clemson was tired of leaving Wake Forest with embarrassing losses, so the 15th-ranked Tigers spent the past week promising they would prove something to the Demon Deacons.
Southern Conference roundup
Michael Hobbs rushed 11 times for 86 yards and three touchdowns to help lift Wofford to a 28-20 victory over The Citadel in Southern Conference action Saturday.
LSU defense has made life miserable for Leak
Top 25 roundup
Those underdogs from the Northwest gave the Southern California Trojans all they could handle the past two weeks.
Freshman QB leads 'Horns to victory
ACC Roundup
Lovon Ponder got word early in the week that if an opportunity arose, the Miami Hurricanes would call upon his passing abilities.
Freshman QB leads 'Horns to victory
Colt McCoy picked up where Vince Young left off in one very important area: Beating Oklahoma.
Texas still has something to prove
SEC Roundup
Arkansas relied on a swarming defense and the rushing tandem of Darren McFadden and Felix Jones to beat No. 2 Auburn 27-10 on Saturday, severely damaging the Tigers' national title hopes.
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.
Brown vs. 'Noles is case of dj vu
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
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.
Annual game has new home
With all the hoopla going on, Laney football coach Eric Parker knows what to expect this coming weekend.
North Carolina coach excited about season
'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.
Right message, wrong messenger
David Duke would be a bad choice to speak for a civil rights campaign to bring different races together. Similarly, John Rocker is not a good pick to take a lead role in persuading immigrants to learn English and assimilate into American culture.
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.
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."
'Second' First Friday has sadly doomed the first
A respected leader remembered
Disciplined, fair, respected, a fine leader and a Southern gentleman. These are the qualities a committed military man and educator should have - and Adna Luke Stein of Augusta, who died last week at age 78, had them in abundance.
Right message, wrong messenger
'Second' First Friday has sadly doomed the first
Upon reflection and observation, we've come to an unfortunate conclusion.
Bison defense stifles Eagles' running game
Unbeaten North Dakota State won its fifth consecutive game behind the play of quarterback Steve Walker and a stifling defense Saturday as it defeated Georgia Southern 34-14.
'Another' Johnson saves day for Jackets
A Georgia Tech player named Johnson made the biggest plays in Saturday's victory over Maryland, and for once his first name was not Calvin.
Jackets solve puzzle of past losses
Georgia Tech posted a signature win last week by beating a ranked team on the road.
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.
Bison defense stifles Eagles' running game
'Another' Johnson saves day for Jackets
Jackets solve puzzle of past losses
Love finally figures out Forest Oaks
Love finally figures out Forest Oaks
Davis Love III shot 4-under-par 68 in rainy, cool conditions Saturday on the course he redesigned to gain a share of the lead after the third round of the Chrysler Classic of Greensboro.
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.
Augusta's Turner is one behind after 63
Corley helps Knights control Musketeers
Mustangs walk off with victory
Wylie, Small lead Washington-Wilkes
Prep rewind
After pounding White Knoll on Friday night, Aiken finds itself in the same position it was last year.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Wylie, Small lead Washington-Wilkes
WASHINGTON, Ga. -- The renewal of an old rivalry seemed like just another Friday night in Washington-Wilkes.
Friday's scores
Georgia and South Carolina prep football results from Friday's action.
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.
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.
Mustangs walk off with victory
CHAPIN, S.C. -- For the second week in a row, Midland Valley scored a walk-off victory.
NHL notes
The Atlanta Thrashers reassigned goalie Fred Brathwaite to Chicago of the American Hockey League on Saturday.
Hurricanes not starting off hot
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.
For me, life itself is one of the many pleasures of living
I can tell over the phone that the old man is smiling. He had gone to the doctor earlier in the day and the check-up had been good. As a reward, his evening meal had come from what we call the Forbidden Menu.
What about scandal-wracked Dems?
It's a mystery to me how the Democrats seem to think we are all such illiterate, ignorant sheep. They have had many, many perverts in their own party who have done far worse than former U.S. Rep. Mark Foley, yet they seem to think that what Foley did should make us all run out and vote for them.Sandra Cloke, Augusta
Few grand jury report is a must-read
Could you be a constitutionalist?
As more and more Americans decide to label themselves "independent" rather than Republican or Democrat, the time has come for another label to become popular.Andy Windham, Wagener, S.C.
Could you be a constitutionalist?
Mark Foley: a tragedy in three acts
What about scandal-wracked Dems?
Stress responsibility; support authority
Mark Foley: a tragedy in three acts
So, it's all the fault of those Satan-worshipping, Merlot-quaffing, excuse-embracing, buck-passing, treason-loving Democrats. Phew! I thought, for a moment, that the Republican House leadership might actually take responsibility for its own corruption, cynicism and hypocrisy.Connie Corzilius Spasser, Augusta
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.
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
Few grand jury report is a must-read
Having just read the entire text of the 2002 special grand jury presentment about Ronnie Few, I challenge every Augustan to do the same. It will give you cause to think about the upcoming elections in November and about choosing the right people to lead us.Wren Peterson, Augusta
Theater is open for show business
Pay for wedding flowers to avoid discord
Parents can improve school safety
Patent leather accessories give pop to simpler clothes
People buying firewood are feeling the heat from higher prices
People buying firewood are feeling the heat from higher prices
An old saw goes that firewood warms you twice: once when you split and stack it, and again when you sit by the stove on a blustery winter night.
Underground hip hop
It's not quite a tight squeeze, but even with the sound controls, large monitor, keyboard and other music-making machinery, the engineering booth inside EF Studios in south Augusta has just enough space for engineer/producer Danny Rakestraw to do his thing.
Look Ahead
Are you gathering canned goods for local food pantries? Gathering used shoes, cell phones, eyeglasses to send to third-world countries? Need help getting your volunteer organization off the ground? We want to know about it.
Patent leather accessories give pop to simpler clothes
NEW YORK - One of the shining stars of the fall fashion season is patent leather.
Parents can improve school safety
Academics normally are at the forefront of parents' concerns when they think about children and schools. But safety needs to be, too.
Pay for wedding flowers to avoid discord
Dear Carson: I know that traditionally, the groom's family pays for the rehearsal dinner, but the bride has selected her flowers for the wedding and has informed us that the groom's parents also pay for the flowers. Is this correct protocol?
Technology briefs
DVD ads, Scam wars, Auto safety, Home values, Lost property, Online politics, Site protest
At home with the Amins
When Bhanu and Harish Amin purchased their home, it was probably one of the bigger eyesores in West Lake subdivision.
Property transfers
Here are the Richmond County property transfers for Sept. 19-27. The date indicates when the transfer was recorded in the clerk's office:
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.
Student planned to die in plot
Photo: Casting call
Tony Moore and Jim Keisler, of Tona B. Dahlquist Casting, talk with applicants during a casting call for the movie Who's Your Caddie at Aiken Mall.
Some small area school systems use the paddle
Bank leader is returning to Wachovia
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.
Judges, reporters try to bridge gap
Problems arise in the late hours
An R&B/hip hop band had set up at the base of the Downtown Development Authority's clock in the Broad Street median between 9th and 10th streets - with a keyboard, drums and a bass guitar blasting from a sound system.
Rush to register voters begins
Grocery shoppers and churchgoers might come home this weekend with a little more than produce and prayer books. There could be voter registration cards tucked into their hymnals and grocery bags.
Harbor pilots want speed limit blocked
Brunswick harbor pilots have asked U.S. Rep. Jack Kingston, R-Ga., for help in stopping implementation of a 10-knot speed limit on ships to protect endangered right whales.
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.
Around town
Fort Gordon's annual Oktoberfest will continue through today at Barton Field on 25th Street. The event is open to the public and features German food and beverages, a carnival, live entertainment and a flea market.
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..
Across the Southeast
A storm that dropped as much as 9 inches of rain forced the evacuation Saturday of about 100 people in a six-block section of Richmond, caused scattered flooding in the southeastern part of the state and likely contributed to the deaths of two fishermen.
Last First Friday plays on; many say it's far from over
Across the region
Only survivor of plane crash dies in hospital
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.
Across the area
An Augusta man said he was robbed while sitting in his car Friday evening at a Meadowbrook Drive business, according to a Richmond County sheriff's report.
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.
Harlem will host Hardy festival today
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.
News you can use
Manners mean more than the occasional please and thank you. In a theater, there are certain rules of etiquette that should be followed.
Schools among state's worst in discipline problems
There were nearly as many discipline problems as pupils in Richmond County last year, according to The Augusta Chronicle's analysis of Georgia Department of Education data.
Moore, Sanford agree on increase in cigarette tax
South Carolina's lowest-in-the-nation cigarette tax should be increased, and the extra revenue should benefit health care, the Democratic and Republican candidates for governor agree.
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.
Speaker emphasizes parent involvement
Fighting Augusta's gang problem begins with parents and trusted adults getting involved in children's lives, a noted gang expert said Saturday.
Speaker emphasizes parent involvement
Where we live
A weekly snapshot of the interesting people and places that make up the Augusta area.
Plenty of stuff to do is planned
Photo: Great Outdoor Cookoff
Some of the winning contestants in the Men's Celebrity Great Outdoor Cook Off hold their trophies during the judging at Julian Smith Casino in Augusta.
Hardy party
Harlem's population swelled to nearly 20 times its normal count Saturday during the 18th annual Oliver Hardy Festival.
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.
Judges, reporters try to bridge gap
Ask the average judge about judicial activism, and you're likely to get a spirited reaction. There is no such thing, judges say.
Court meets demands, celebrates centennial
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.
Problems arise in the late hours
Photos: Feeling the flow of fall
Holiday closings
The following schedules were announced for Columbus Day:
Plenty of stuff to do is planned
Wear comfortable shoes today.
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.
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.
Kid of the Day
Robbie May Jr., of Appling, is today's kid of the day.
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.
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.
Photos: Feeling the flow of fall
Augusta-area residents were able to take in the sights and sounds of a number of area events and festivals over the course of the weekend.
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.
Some small area school systems use the paddle
When it comes to keeping children in line, many smaller school systems, including Burke County, turn to the paddle.
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.
Student planned to die in plot
A troubled teen, pushed too far by a bully, planned to die in a shootout with police when he took a realistic-looking air rifle to school last week, family members and local officials say.
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.
Moore, Sanford agree on increase in cigarette tax
More threats found at schools
Threats of violence continued popping up at area high schools Friday.
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.
Rants and Raves
Comments from readers:
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."
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.
Mexican adviser says U.S. must change tone
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.
Schools among state's worst in discipline problems
Officials search SRS for waste
Across the area
Lottie Payne, convicted of child abuse in the drowning deaths of her two children, asked her attorney Friday to appeal.
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.
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.
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Jarrett hopes to finish year strong
Jarrett hopes to finish year strong
All Dale Jarrett does at Robert Yates Racing is drive the No. 88 Ford Fusion. He's not told about any changes to his car. Because Jarrett is headed to Toyota and Michael Waltrip Racing, everything is on a need-to-know basis with the driver.
North Carolina coach excited about season
Roy Williams finally cashed in his yearlong mulligan.
Titans ask player for bonus money
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.
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.
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
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
Joseph Fielder (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. Joseph Fielder of Essie Mae McIntyre Blvd. entered into rest Thursday, October 5, 2006 at the Medical College of Georgia. Funeral services will be held Monday, October 9, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at Williams Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. J.C. Phinizy officiating. Burial will be at Walker Memorial Park. Mr. Fielder was a native of Augusta and was employed at Augusta National. Survivors are a brother and sister; devoted friend, Patricia Green, Augusta; nieces, Andrea Mays, Augusta; god-sister, Mattie Mays, Augusta and other relatives. 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.
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.
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
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.
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
(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.
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
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
Audrey Wynns (FAIRFAX, S.C.)
FAIRFAX, S.C. - Audrey Elizabeth Sanders Wynns, 94, wife of the late Robert Kilgore Wynns died Friday, October 6, 2006. Mrs. Wynns was the daughter of the late George Audrey and Lizzie Wilson Sanders of Fairfax, SC. Mrs. Wynns graduated from Winthrop College in 1934 with a degree in education. She taught fourth grade for several years prior to becoming the Owner and Manager of Wynns Hardware in Fairfax for over fifty years. She was a lifelong member of the First Baptist Church of Fairfax, where she taught Sunday School for over fifty years. She served on numerous committees within the church and devoted her life to serving God. She was a very special person who touched the lives of numerous people with a kind word and a soft handshake. She loved to sing, sew and ensure that her family was well cared for. She will be missed by many and loved by all who knew her. She will forever be the light shining, urging us to be kind and in return kindness will grace uswith her light. She is survived by her son, Robert Sanders Wynns of Fairfax, SC, three grandchildren; Mrs. Ellison Wynns Hendrixson of Birmingham, AL, Mr. Robert Sanders Wynns, Jr. of Atlanta, GA and Mr. Frank Brannon Wynns of Birmingham, AL, and two great grandchildren; Master Parker Sanders Hendrixson and Miss Merritt Elizabeth Hendrixson of Birmingham, AL. Graveside Funeral Services will be 11: 00 A.M. Tuesday, October 10, 2006 at the Fairfax Cemetery with Dr. Scott Moore officiating. The family would like to thank everyone for their kindness in this time of solace but would prefer not to trouble anyone with visitation at the home and will receive friends Monday evening from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Keith Smith Funeral Service, 128 Water Street, Allendale, SC. Memorial Contributions may be made to the Fairfax Cemetery Committee in care of First Baptist Church, P.O. Box 820 Fairfax, SC 29827. Keith Smith Funeral Service of Allendale is in charge of arrangements (803) 584-2492. Sign theguestbook 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.
Grady Steed (WASHINGTON, Ga.)
WASHINGTON, Ga. - Grady Steed died October 5, 2006 at the age of 87. Funeral services will be held Monday, October 9, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at the McClendon Memorial Chapel located at 215 Mercer Street, Washington, Ga. (706) 678-2656. Relatives and friends are welcome at the McClendon Memorial Funeral Home located at 215 Mercer St., Washington. For funeral related questions and/or inquires, please call McClendon Memorial at (706) 678-2656.
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.
Nellie Angerman (AIKEN, S.C.)
AIKEN, S.C. - Memorial services for Mrs. Nellie Marrs Angerman, who died Wednesday, will be held Monday, October 9, 2006 at 11am at St Thaddeus Episcopal. Interment will be private in Southlawn Cemetery. Visit www.GeorgeFuneralHomes.com to view the obituary and sign the online condolence register.
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
Helen Mekkelson (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mrs. Helen Meddelson of Augusta went home to Jesus on October 7, 2006 at Kentwood Nursing Facility. She was a ling time resident of Sun City, Ariz. before moving to Augusta in 2003. Mrs. Mekkelson was a member of Willowbrook United Methodist Church in Sun City. Her beloved husband, Les, preceded her in death. Survivors include a son, Donald Mekkelson of South Bend, Ind.; her daughter, Carol Ann Jarrard and son-in-law, Jason Jarrard of Augusta and two grandsons, Daniel Sadler and Benjamin Sadler of Stone Mountain, Ga. and Gainesville, Ga., respectively. Her children remember her for her lively interest in music, bowling, her church and her family. A memorial service will be held in Sun City. 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.
Fred Lee Mobley (SYLVANIA, Ga.)
SYLVANIA, Ga. - Fred Lee Mobley, Jr, age 87, died Saturday, October 7, 2006. Visitation: Monday, October 9, 2006, 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM. Funeral Services at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, October 10, 2006, at the Thompson-Strickland-Waters Funeral Home Chapel. Interment at Screven County Memorial Cemetery. Thompson-Strickland-Waters Funeral Home in charge of all arrangements. 912-564-2331.
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
Charles Wilson Ruark (COLBERT, Ga.)
COLBERT, Ga. - Charles Wilson Ruark, 62, died Friday, October 6, 2006 at his residence. Born in Greene County, he was the son of Elizabeth Wilson Moon and the late Pat B. Ruark. He was a member of Winterville First Baptist Church. He served his country in the US Navy during Viet Nam aboard the USS Kitty Hawk. Charles retired from Bell South as a Facility Technician after 31 years. In addition to his mother, survivors include his wife of 38 years, Beverlee Bishop Ruark, sons and their wives; Randy and Gina Ruark of Augusta, David and Renee Ruark of Jefferson, Brad and Melissa Ruark of Hoschton, four sisters; Patsy Bramlett, Carolyn Siver, Deborah Shuman, Susan Copelan, and three grandchildren; Robert Miller, Blake Ruark, Will Ruark. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, October 10, 2006 at 3PM at Lord & Stephens East Chapel with Rev. Jim Akins and Rev. Bill Hayes. Visitation will be held Monday, October 9, 2006 from 6 to 9PM at the funeral home. Burial will be held at Woodville Cemetery. Pallbearers and honorary pallbearers will be nephews. Memorials may be made to St. Mary's Hospice or to the National Brain Tumor Foundation, www.braintumor.org 1.800.934.CURE. Lord & Stephens, EAST is in charge of arrangements. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.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
Benzenia Hull (COLUMBIA, S.C.)
COLUMBIA, S.C. - Funeral services for Mrs. Benzenia Geiger Hull will be held 2:00 p.m. Monday (viewing 1:00 p.m.) in the Leevy's Funeral Home Chapel, 1831 Taylor Street, Columbia, SC. Surviving are her children, Regina Hull, Sadarious Wilson, Shante Tamiko Hull and Paul Hull, Jr.; stepsons, Tennyson Hull and Kieser Hull; stepdaughters, Demetric Hull-McCommons and Raekina Hull; sisters, Elizabeth Geiger, Edith Hammond and Carolyn Geiger Hull; brothers, Charles Geiger, John Geiger and Gregory Geiger and three grandchildren. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
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.
Jan McClain (EVANS, Ga.)
EVANS, Ga. - Mrs. Jan McClain age 51, wife of the late Bill McClain, went to be with the Lord on Friday October 6, 2006. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday October 10, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. at Grace Baptist Church with Rev. William F. Hilley officiating. There will not be any graveside services. Survivors include four children, three daughters, Lindsay McClain of Evans, Janill Stephenson and her husband Matt, of Commerce,Ga. , Brandy McClain of Evans, and one son, Brad McClain of Evans. Two grandchildren, Carter and Makinley Stephenson. Her parents, J.B. & Vivian Hobby of Columbus,Ga. Sisters, Jenny Bishop of Birmingham, AL. , Bitsy Hobby of Columbus, Ga. and one brother, Johnny Hobby also of Winston-Salem, NC , and three loyal dogs. Jan was a devoted mother, sister, aunt, nana, and friend. Her quick wit and personality will be greatly missed. Jan graduated from the Medical College of Georgia School of Nursing and was currently employed by the Augusta State Medical Prison as the Palliative Care Coordinator. In lieu of flowers and to honor Jan's passion for Hospice, Please make donations to St. Joseph Hospice where she began her nursing career and where she spent her last hours. Address , 2260 Wrightsboro Rd. Augusta,Ga. 30910 Pallbearers will be, Scott Sewell, Christopher Rimmer, Hoppy Bishop, Mark McClain, John Gay and Matt Stephenson The family will be receiving friends at the funeral home Monday evening from 6 until 8 p.m. Platt's Funeral Home, 337 N. Belair Road, Evans, Ga. 30809, 706-860-6166. 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
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.
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
Erica Knox (LINCOLNTON, Ga.)
LINCOLNTON, Ga. - Ms. Erica Paulette Knox, 26 of 1258 Dixie Lane entered into rest on Friday, October 6, 2006 at the residence. Ms. Knox was a native of Daytona Beach, Florida and had lived in Lincoln County the past nine years. She was a homemaker and a member of Albilene Baptist Church. Survivors include a daughter, Bethenie Necole Britt and a son, Bradlee Carter Britt both of the home; parents, Paul Carter, Jr. and Brenda Carter, of Lincolnton; one brother, Paul Eugene Carter and wife, Bonnie of Augusta. The funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Monday, October 9, 2006 at Faith Temple of Lincolnton with Rev. Addison Belangia officiating. Interment will be in Albilene Church cemetery in Martinez, Ga. Pallbearers will be David Carter, Jr., Stephen Wayne Gray, Jr., Teddy Phillips, Michael Wayne Williamson, Cory White and Tony White. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Sunday at Rees Funeral Home, 195 Peachtree St., Lincolnton, Ga. (706) 359-3222. 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 .
Donna Lowish (GREENSBORO, N.C.)
GREENSBORO, N.C. - Donna Gilbert Lowish of Augusta, GA passed away unexpectedly on October 3, 2006, at her residence. A funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Sunday at First Presbyterian Church in the Sanctuary with Dr. Fred Horner officiating. A private Interment will follow the service. Donna was born December 17, 1960, in Greensboro, NC. She graduated from Grimsley High School and attended UNC Wilmington and UNC Greensboro. Mrs. Lowish was preceded in death by her father Al Gilbert, Jr; grandparents, Harry and Ethel Lowder; grandmother, Cleva C. Gilbert; grandfather, Al Gilbert, Sr. and mother-in-law Vesta Lowish. She is survived by her loving husband William Lowish and her beloved dogs, Jack and Bailey; mother Nancy L. Gilbert; sisters, Janet Colborne and husband Cam, Cathy Easter and husband, Lowell; brother, Lon Gilbert; sister, Ellen Johnson and husband Harry; sisters-in-law, Beth Gilbert, Virginia Burns and husband Rob, Anne Richards and husband Michael; brother-in-law Richard Lowish and wife Susi; father-in-law Max Lowish and wife Connie. Also surviving are 15 nieces and nephews. Donna was an exceptionally caring wife, daughter, sister, aunt and friend. Her quick wit and great personality will be greatly missed by her family and friends. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Saturday at Hanes Lineberry North Elm Street Chapel Greensboro, NC. Memorial contributions may be made to Molly's Militia Animal Rescue, P.O. Box 6816, N. Augusta, SC 29841.
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.
Cohens James Curry (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Funeral Services for Mr. Cohens James Curry, who entered into rest on Wedensday October 4, 2006, at University Hospital will be conducted this Monday October 9, 2006, at 11AM at Beulah Grove Baptist Church with Reverend Dr. Sam Davis officiating. Interment will be at Mt. Olive Cemetery. He leaves to cherish his memory his wife, Mrs. Willie Mae Cooper Curry, daughter, Mrs. Carolyn (Cleveland) Wheat of Reston, Virginia, and one stepson Mr. Jerry Cooper of Augusta, GA, and a host of relatives and friends 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
Delores Geiger (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest at the University Hospital, October 5, 2006, Ms. Delores (Plunk) Geiger of Walker St. Ms. Geiger was a native of Augusta and a member of Greater Young Zion Missionary Baptist Church of which Rev. W. Blount is pastor. Survivors include three aunts, Mrs. Rebecca Washington, Philadelphia, Mrs. Christine Mancey, Ms. Janie Gibson, Ms. Debra Hazel; two special cousins, Kayla Gibson, Mrs. Gloria J. Caruthern; special friend, Mr. Willie Evans and a host of other relatives and friends. Arrangements will be announced later. Friends may call at the residence or the funeral home. The Historic Dent's Undertaking Establishment Serving the CSRA Since the 1800's.
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
Willie Lyons (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Funeral Services for Mr. Willie Lyons, who entered into rest on October 4, 2006, will be conducted this Monday October 9, 2006, at 11AM at C.A. Reid Memorial Gibson Chapel With Reverend Joan Nicely officiating. Interment will be at Walker Cemetery. His memory will be cherished by four daughters, Sandra (Jeffery) Lowe, Evangelist Velma (Kevin) Barr, Debra (Terry) Thompson, and Sally Lyons; sisters, Betty Jackson and Lois Cummings; ten grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, and a host of uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews, and other relatives andfriends. 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
Herbert L. Smith (MARTINEZ, Ga.)
MARTINEZ, Ga. - Entered into rest Thursday, October 5, 2006 at Heartland Hospice, Mr. Herbert Smith of Parliament Rd., Martinez. Survivors include a wife, Theresa Smith; devoted wife, Mr. Teresa Smith; three children, Alita Smith, Martin, Alicia Smith, Martinez, Herbert Smith, Jr., Niagara Falls, N.Y.; seven brothers, Herman Valentine, Ansine Valentine, Niagara Falls, Josh Smith, Jr., Buffalo, N.Y., Robert Smith, Niagara Falls, Henry Smith, Atlanta, Peter Smith, Johnson, Tenn. and Anasia Smith; three sisters, Mrs. Sadie Smith, Niagara Falls, Clair Stewart, Niagara Falls, Sadie Bush, New York City; father and mother-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. James (Mary) Reid; five sisters-in-law, five brothers-in-law and a host of other relatives and friends. Arrangements will be announced later. Friends may call at the residence or the funeral home. The Historic Dent's Undertaking Establishment Serving the CSRA Since the 1800's.
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
Leroy Ramsey (AIKEN, S.C.)
AIKEN, S.C. - Deacon Leroy Ramsey, Sr. 81, of Edgefield Hwy., Aiken died Friday, October 6, 2006 at his home. Funeral services will be held 12 noon Wednesday, October 11, 2006 at Bethlehem Baptist Church, Edgefield with the Rev. Edward Lloyd officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. He leaves to mourn his passing his devoted wife of 60 years, Mrs. Eddie C. Ramsey, Aiken; six daughters, Patience (Calvin) Glover, Aiken, Panzie W. Merriweather, Belvedere, S.C., Elise (Robert) LaBord, North Augusta, Mattie (Moses) Bush, Jr., Aiken, Amanda (Ronnie) Peterson, Gertrude (Willie) Robinson, Jr., Orangeburg, S.C.; two sons, Leroy (Betty) Ramsey, Jr., Aiken and Wayne (Judy) Ramsey, Aiken; three sisters, Ida (Olin) Barnes, Edgefield, Azalee Smith, Mattie (Curtis) Gault, Warrenville, S.C.; four brothers, Sylvester (Josephine) Ramsey, Jr., Johnston, S.C., Evan (Ethel) Ramsey, Gloverville, S.C., Willie Ramsey, North Augusta an Ephram (Ruth) Ramsey, Aiken; grandchildren, great-grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Friends may call at the residence or at Jackson-Brooks Funeral beginning at 3 to 8 p.m. Tuesday and at the church 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon Wednesday. Jackson-Brooks Funeral Home, Aiken.
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.
Earl T. Hall (BELVEDERE, S.C.)
BELVEDERE, S.C. - Mr. Earl Thomas Hall, 86, beloved husband of Mrs. Louise R. Hall of Belair Rd., went home to be with his Lord on October 6, 2006. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Monday, October 9, 2006 in the chapel of Rowland Funeral Home with Chaplain Ken Gross officiating. Interment will be at Pineview Memorial Park. Mr. Hall was a native of Durham, NC, and had lived in Belvedere for the past 50 years. He was a World War II Army Air Corp veteran and was retired from Armour and Company after thirty-nine years of service. He attended Martinez Bible Chapel. He was preceded in death by a great-grandson. Additional survivors include a daughter and son-in-law, Janice H. and Charles Peed, of Irmo; a son and daughter-in-law, Tom and Ava Hall, of North Augusta; two grandchildren, and two great grandchildren. The family will receive friends at Rowland Funeral Home, Monday afternoon, one hour prior to the funeral service The family will be at the residence, 116 Belair Road, Belvedere, SC. Memorials may be made to Martinez Bible Chapel, 4352 Columbia Rd., Martinez, GA 30907. Rowland Funeral Home is 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.
Carlene Brown (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mrs. Carlene Leverett Brown of Smoke Tree Road entered into rest Friday, October 6, 2006 at the residence. Funeral arrangements will be announced later. Survivors are her husband, Jerome Brown; two brothers, Waymond (Brenda) Leverett and Melvin (Pearlie) Martin, both of Augusta; one sister, Eleanor Cummings, Augusta; mother, Recie Leverett, Augusta; two aunts, Catherine Thompkins and Bessie Rouse, both of Augusta; uncle Sylvester Martin, North Carolina; two grandchildren, one great-grandchild; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Williams Funeral Home, 1765 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.
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
Margaret E. Crouch (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. - Entered in to rest at her home surrounded by loved ones and friends, October 6, 2006, Mrs. Margaret E. Crouch, wife of the late Norman E. Crouch and mother of the late Betty G. Shealy. Mrs. Crouch a native of Chattanooga, TN. She was a homemaker and a member of Lighthouse Baptist Church. Survivors include: four sons: William R. (Boe) And James E. Crouch, Aiken, SC, William E. Crouch, (Linda) NASC, Raymond (Stanley) Crouch (Danille) , Edgefield, SC . Funeral services will be conducted at Lighthouse Baptist Church Monday at 3:00 PM Rev. John Pritt officiating. Interment: Pineview Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends at Lighthouse Baptist Church Sunday evening from 6:00-8:00 PM. In lieu of flowers please make contributions to Southern Funeral Service. Visit the online guest book at www.southernfuneralservice.com Southern Funeral Service, 109 Shaw St., Martinez, Ga. 706-364-9122 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
Rosa Bell Moore (LOUISVILLE, Ga.)
LOUISVILLE, Ga. - Mrs. Rosa Bell Moore, of Old Louisville Rd., Harlem, Ga., entered into rest Tuesday, October 3, 2006 at the Jefferson Co. Hospital. Funeral services will be held Sunday, October 8, 2006 at 2:30 p.m. at the Water Branch Baptist Church, Grovetown, Ga. with Rev. Nathan Jones officiating. Burial will be at the church cemetery. Remains will lie in state at the church 1:30 p.m. until the hour of service. Family and friends will assemble at the church at 2:15 p.m. Williams Funeral Home, 1765 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.
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
Dorothy Robinson (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest Wednesday, October 4, 2006, Mrs. Dorothy (Dollie) 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. Funeral services will be held Monday, October 9, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. from Mt. Vernon Baptist Church Baptist Church with Rev. Marvin McRae officiating. Interment will be in South View Cemetery. Friends may call 2236 Sullivan Rd. or the funeral home. The Historic Dent's Undertaking Establishment Serving the CSRA Since the 1800's. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
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
Lula O. Brinson (MILLEN, Ga.)
MILLEN, Ga. - Entered into rest on Thursday, October 5th at Jenkins County Hospital. Funeral will be 3:00 p.m. Sunday, October 8th at Needful Baptist Church with Rev. R.L. Whitehead officiating, burial will be in the Kelsey Chapel Cemetery. She leaves to cherish her memories: one daughter, Mrs. Sarah Herrington and eight grandchildren, sixteen great-grandchildren and eight great, great grandchildren and a host of loving cousins and friends. James A. Kirkland Mortuary, 135 N. Gray St., Millen, GA 478-982-3818. 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
Ida Mae Tanksley (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. - Mother Ida Mae Tanksley, 92, entered into rest on Thursday, October 5, 2006. Funeral services will be held 2:00 p.m. Sunday, October 8, 2006 at Young Macedonia Missionary Baptist church with Rev. Allen Transou officiating and Rev. Dr. Nathaniel Irvin, Eulogist. Interment will be in the church cemetery. Mother Tanksley is survived by her sister, Nonia Crafton; nieces and nephews, Essie Adams, Bernese Meyer, Walter Bennett and Teddy Crafton, Sr.; three additional generations of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. The remains will lie in state in the church from 1:00 p.m. until the hour of service. Family and friends will assemble at the residence at 1:45 p.m. G.L. Brightharp & Sons Mortuary, 614 West Avenue, North Augusta, S.C.
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.
Louise Gardner (BIRMINGHAM, AL.)
BIRMINGHAM, AL. - Mrs. Louise Gardner of Birmingham, died peacefully October 6, 2006 at her residence. She was the beloved wife of the late John David Gardner, Sr. Survivors include, son, David Gardner, Birmingham and daughter, Lee Ann Gardner, Birmingham. Graveside services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, October 10, 2006 at Savannah Valley Memorial Gardens with Dr. Ron Sumners officiating. Beggs Funeral Home, 799 Cobbham Road, Thomson, Ga. 595-4100. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Herman Martin (BONEVILLE, Ga.)
BONEVILLE, Ga. - Funeral service for Mr. Herman Richard Martin, 56, of Boneville will be held Monday October 9, 2006 at 12:00 pm at the Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church, Thomson, Rev. Darnell Brantley, officiating. Interment in the church cemetery. Survivors: A daughter, Trena Blakely, Atlanta; three brothers, Robert L. Martin, Tracy Martin, both of Atlanta and Leon Martin, Thomson; four sisters, Willie M. Morgan, Thomson, Dorothy (Tommy) Dock, Augusta, Betty Grissom and Elizabeth Martin, both of Atlanta; one grandchild, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Thomson Funeral System, Thomson in charge. 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
Fred Lee Mobley (SYLVANIA, Ga.)
Emma Caldwell (SWAINSBORO, Ga.)
Monique McVey (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
Robert L. Johnson (AIKEN, S.C.)
Addison Coleman (BELVEDERE, S.C.)
Arthur Griffin (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Rosa Bell Moore (LOUISVILLE, Ga.)
Rep. Pete Warren (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Helen Mekkelson (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Donna Lowish (GREENSBORO, N.C.)
Herman Martin (BONEVILLE, Ga.)
Donald Ray Rushing (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Emogene LaFountain (WASHINGTON, Ga.)
Charles Wilson Ruark (COLBERT, Ga.)
Earl T. Hall (BELVEDERE, S.C.)
Barbara Cliett (GROVETOWN, Ga.)
Margaret E. Crouch (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Louise Gardner (BIRMINGHAM, AL.)
Charles Bohler (COLUMBIA, S.C.)
James Edward Dorsey (BELVEDERE, S.C.)
Dorothy Robinson (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
(Ret.) Adna L. Stein (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Dorothy Robinson (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Herbert L. Smith (MARTINEZ, Ga.)
Ruby Schrade (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Carlando Marshall (WAYNESBORO, Ga.)
Elease Senn (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Ida Mae Tanksley (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Clara Blaylock (NORTH AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Cohens James Curry (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Connie A. Reese (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Dominique Brown (WAYNESBORO, Ga.)
Benzenia Hull (COLUMBIA, S.C.)
Bernardini tops the bill at Belmont
Bernardini wins Gold Cup easily
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.
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.
Bernardini wins Gold Cup easily
Bernardini left his rivals in the dust again, and now it's on to the Breeders' Cup Classic for a chance to complete a remarkable championship season.
Area Announcements
A new 13-under travel team is looking for three new players. For information, call Craig Cameron at (803) 613-9189.
Overtime
In Belmont, N.C., junior Annie Kim led Augusta State to victory in the Belmont-Abbey Invitational. Kim finished second with a time of 19:27, 20 seconds off the winning time of Carson Newman's Aubrey Morris.
Photos: New Fish Stories
Who says striped bass only swim up the Savannah River during the spring? Vicki Seal, of Harlem, Ga., was hurling a topwater propeller bait below New Savannah Bluff Lock and Dam when this autumn striper struck the plug.
Efforts by corps won't keep Thurmond filled
Efforts by corps won't keep Thurmond filled
Been complaining about water levels at the lake? The Army Corps of Engineers appears to be listening.
Outdoors calendar
NOTE: All the listed events are open to the public, although membership in some organizations might be required.
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.
NFL Power Rankings
Every week of the season, The Augusta Chronicle's Raymond Beasock will rank the pro teams.
Rivalry goes beyond Owens
Long before Terrell Owens ever wore a green jersey or a blue star on his helmet, the Eagles-Cowboys game was a bitter rivalry no matter where the teams stood in the standings or who was playing on the field.
League clarifies its rule
INDIANAPOLIS - Colts coach Tony Dungy put his revamped no-huddle plans on hold.
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.
Faith calendar
The Faith Calendar lists church and temple activities. Space is limited. Deadline is noon Monday. Send to churchnews@augustachronicle.com.
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.
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.
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.
Bulldogs find their offense, but defense exposed by Vols
Bulldogs kicker Coutu will miss entire season
Weight room pays off for Southerland
Weight room pays off for Southerland
Fullbacks are near the back of the line in terms of glamour positions in this age of spread offenses.
Dogs-Vols often decides SEC champ
There is something about Tennessee that gets Ray Gant's heart humming.
Rocky Flop
Erik Ainge felt like he had all the time in the world, which made it easy to dismantle the nation's stingiest defense.
UGA Gamebook
Coming off the bench for the second game in a row, Brown rushed for 57 yards on eight carries against No. 13 Tennessee, thought it wasn't nearly enough to prevent the 10th-ranked Bulldogs from their first loss of the season.
Dogs-Vols often decides SEC champ
UGA Photo Slideshow
A recap of the action during Georgia's loss to Tennessee.
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.
Gamecocks tame 'Cats
Quarterback Syvelle Newton ran for one touchdown and caught another as South Carolina defeated Kentucky 24-17 on Saturday to make Gamecocks coach Steve Spurrier 14-0 against the Wildcats.
Can 'Cats scratch Spurrier curse?
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.
Hitchcock Woods Foundation adapts to changes
Music helps students gain an appreciation of poetry
City of Aiken Soccer Standings
Editorial cartoonist set to open arts center program
Athlete Spotlight: Shalonte Rainey, Kayce Greene
Five Questions with Bill Inman
Play brings out some unnatural traits in its cast
Teacher's mother donates retirement gifts to school
Workshop introduces inductive Bible study
Q&A: Pope Benedict's remarks on Islam and holy war
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