Tigers, A's leave partying behind
Cards don't mind underdog billing
Don't blame Torre, players say
October baseball in New York: Mets, not Yankees
NEW YORK - When he walked out of the clubhouse at Dodger Stadium, Jeff Wilpon checked his Treo and saw dozens of congratulations.
Tigers stir up memories of colorful past
Torre's future with Yankees in doubt?
NEW YORK - Joe Torre was absent Sunday. Alex Rodriguez, too. And the New York Yankees made no announcement about changing managers.
October baseball in New York: Mets, not Yankees
Tigers stir up memories of colorful past
When he left Detroit in 1995, after 17 years as manager of the Tigers and tired of losing, Sparky Anderson said, "I ain't here no more."
Torre's future with Yankees in doubt?
Cards don't mind underdog billing
ST. LOUIS - The closing days of the regular season, when the St. Louis Cardinals staggered and gasped to the NL Central championship, seem so distant now.
Floyd's hurt foot could take him out of series
Tigers, A's leave partying behind
OAKLAND, Calif. - The Detroit Tigers and Oakland Athletics advanced to the American League Championship Series and celebrated as if they'd won a World Series.
Don't blame Torre, players say
NEW YORK - While George Steinbrenner decides whether to keep Joe Torre, Yankees players are supporting their manager.
Floyd's hurt foot could take him out of series
NEW YORK - Cliff Floyd's injured left foot will be the focus when the New York Mets work out today before the National League Championship Series opener against St. Louis, and general manager Omar Minaya acknowledged it would be a risk to keep the outfielder on the roster.
This old gray hound can still run with the mares
Google to purchase YouTube
SAN FRANCISCO - Google Inc. is snapping up YouTube Inc. for $1.65 billion in a deal that catapults the Internet search leader to a starring role in the online video revolution.
Retailers want deals on DVDs
LOS ANGELES - National retailers that control the lucrative DVD market are pressuring Hollywood studios to give them the same favorable deals being offered to Web-based download services such as Apple Computer Inc.'s iTunes.
E-Z-Go to sponsor first golfer in Tour
AIKEN - Under gray October skies, one of the nation's leading golf cart companies announced Monday morning that it will sponsor area native John Engler Jr. in the PGA Tour.
E-Z-Go to sponsor first golfer in Tour
Adams' fumble return may have saved Clemson's season
Adams' fumble return may have saved Clemson's season
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. - It was shaping up as just another ego-crushing trip to Wake Forest for Clemson. The Demon Deacons were preparing to kick a field goal, and the Tigers' 14-point deficit was about to get deeper.
Scott's disciples shine in Carolina
Scott's disciples shine in Carolina
CLEMSON, S.C. - There's a coaching tree limb from the formidable trunk of Florida State's Bobby Bowden that's sprung up quite nicely around the Palmetto State this season.
Good times for Gators: Florida is No. 2
NEW YORK - These are good days to be a Gator.
Ware disappointed with time
ATHENS, Ga. - Running back Danny Ware went from being Georgia's leading rusher three weeks into the season to not getting on the field Saturday for the first time since 2004.
Good times for Gators: Florida is No. 2
Immigration fence bill is a phony
Immigration fence bill is a phony
Bait and switch. That's what Congress did to pass the immigration bill calling for a 700-mile fence to be built along the U.S.-Mexican border. While Republicans brag on the measure during the campaign, they won't tell you that they way underfunded it, or that the White House doesn't even plan to spend the scanty funds that are available on the fence.
Get tough on bomb threats
Soft lockdowns. Hard lockdowns. Extended school hours. Stepped-up surveillance and searches. Even Saturday school.
In a glass House - and Senate
Democrats apparently believe they've hit the mother lode of corruption scandals with the Mark Foley congressional page furor. Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif., the U.S. House minority leader, has even rejected a bid by House Speaker Dennis Hastert, R-Ill., to deal with the scandal on a bipartisan basis by naming former FBI Director Louis Freeh to head up an independent investigation of the page system and recommend reforms.
Anna's music lives on
You can shoot the soloist. You can kill the whole choir.
North Korea menaces the world
The communist leader of North Korea's hermit kingdom may be shrewd or a nut case, but whatever Kim Jong Il is, he has called the world's bluff with what seems to be an underground nuclear bomb test.
Tech overcomes injury scare, mistakes to remain perfect in ACC
ATLANTA - Of all the adversity Georgia Tech faced Saturday against Maryland, perhaps the scariest moment came in the third quarter when quarterback Reggie Ball tried to limp back to the huddle after taking a hit on a run.
Tech overcomes injury scare, mistakes to remain perfect in ACC
Celebrate Columbus Day proudly
Jenkins wins rain-shortened SAS Championship
CARY, N.C. - Tom Jenkins earned his seventh career Champions Tour title Sunday after soggy conditions forced the cancellation of the final round of the SAS Championship.
Mexico's Ochoa wins Corona Morelia Championship
Mexico's Ochoa wins Corona Morelia Championship
MORELIA, Mexico - Mexican star Lorena Ochoa won her first LPGA Tour title in her home country Sunday, closing with a 4-under 69 to hold off Julieta Granada and Paula Creamer in the Corona Morelia Championship.
Harrington wins for second time at Dunhill Links
Harrington wins for second time at Dunhill Links
ST. ANDREWS, Scotland - Padraig Harrington shot a 4-under 68 Sunday at the Old Course to win the Dunhill Links Championship by five strokes.
Jenkins wins rain-shortened SAS Championship
Love wins in Greensboro
GREENSBORO, N.C. - Davis Love III is finally getting over the disappointment of failing to qualify for the U.S. Ryder Cup team and being passed over as one of Tom Lehman's two captain's picks.
Saddles ablaze for resurgent Valley
Saddles ablaze for resurgent Valley
WHO'S HOT: Midland Valley. The Mustangs have become the cardiac kids of the Augusta area with their late-game play the past two weeks. David Coursey's field goal at the buzzer lifted the team to victory over Airport two weeks ago. On Friday, Terry Bradley scored the game-tying and game-winning touchdowns in the fourth quarter and overtime, giving Midland Valley a big win at Chapin.
Power Poll
The area's top 10 prep football teams after the eighth week of the season as voted on by members of The Augusta Chronicle and WJBF NewsChannel 6 sports departments, plus selected other media around the area. A first-place vote is worth 10 points; a 10th place is worth one point. First-place votes for each team are in parentheses.
Lehtonen puts Tampa on ice
TAMPA, Fla. - Kari Lehtonen had 34 saves in his second consecutive shutout and Vyacheslav Kozlov scored a first-period goal as the Atlanta Thrashers beat the Tampa Bay Lightning 1-0 on Monday night.
This old gray hound can still run with the mares
Live your life and forget your age.
Interconnection can bridge digital divide
The Augusta Chronicle's story "Comcastic calls ringing in area" (Aug. 29), about developments in the telecommunications market, missed a critical piece of the digital puzzle. Whether it is telephones, access to computers, dial-up Internet or broadband services, the so-called "digital divide" persists.Dr. E. Faye Williams, Washington, D.C.
Interconnection can bridge digital divide
Residents must support their airport
The letter "Airport service was unacceptable" (Sept. 12) is typical of the complaints we receive at Augusta Regional Airport. The writer had a bad airline experience, but rather than hold the airline accountable, she chose to criticize the airport. Further, she implied that she will no longer travel from the Augusta airport, and will drive to another airport. This ultimately hurts both the writer and the community.
Principal's departure still stings
It's always great to read success stories about the Columbia County school system. The Augusta Chronicle article "Schools honored for achievement" (Sept. 27) listed all the recent awards. Belair, North Columbia and Greenbrier elementary schools each received awards in two categories. Only through dedicated teachers, motivated leaders and committed parents is this possible.Cindy Greenspan, Evans
Media are exploiting blacks for profit
Media are exploiting blacks for profit
A black former Marine recruiter openly sobbed, clad in a state penitentiary uniform, as he told recently of his transgression against a 16-year-old female potential recruit. This television report continued with a similar situation involving another recruiter telling a 17-year-old female potential recruit that to join the Marines, she would have to have sex with him. The reporter narrating the incident showed the recruiting station, courtroom and prison where the ex-recruiter is serving time, and disclosed his identity.Ernest Leysath, Augusta
Principal's departure still stings
Residents must support their airport
Genre bookstores hold off big chains with passion, expertise
Creator of 'Second Life' predicts growth for his digital world
Some parents relish challenge of raising big families
Genre bookstores hold off big chains with passion, expertise
SAN FRANCISCO - Former bodyguard Alan Beatts took a big gamble by opening a bookstore at a time when chains like Borders Group Inc. and Barnes & Noble Inc. and Internet merchants like Amazon.com were claiming an ever-bigger share of the market.
Creator of 'Second Life' predicts growth for his digital world
AMSTERDAM, Netherlands - In the beginning, Philip Rosedale created a virtual heaven and a digital earth, and then he said "let there be 'Second Life.'"
Some parents relish challenge of raising big families
NEW YORK - Laura Bennett isn't bound by convention. Professionally, at age 42, she's pursuing a mid-career switch into big-time fashion design. At home, she's a mother of five - with No. 6 due next month.
Monsters and kids
Not since Van Helsing stalked Dracula and those villagers with torches rushed toward Frankenstein's castle has the monster-battling industry been so busy.
Lynx camp is crowded
Even though Ryan Lang was captain of the Augusta Lynx last season and one of the team's top scorers, he knows he's in for a fight just to make the team this season.
Problems raise talk of new shelter
Columbia County should start thinking about a new animal shelter, its director says.
S. Carolina hopefuls square off in debate
Style is issue in picking leader
Accounting problems create doubts for physicians' group
ATLANTA - One of Georgia's most powerful lobbying groups gathered a week ago to listen to a glowing speech by Gov. Sonny Perdue and celebrate its successes in the state Legislature.
Weekend filled with robberies, shootings
Deere caught in the spotlight
The John Deere company-introduction video opens with submersed air bubbles racing upward, tagging the film as a production of Lakeside High School.
Swinging sounds of Oktoberfest
Jenny Eads enjoys a carnival ride during Oktoberfest at Fort Gordon. "I love that ride," she said. "It's my favorite."
Across the southeast
TALLAHASSEE, FLA. - About a decade ago, a clerk at a Gainesville, Fla., motel noticed something about people who were staying there while participating in a trial of a device used to treat their epilepsy. They were strangely upbeat.
Arts council offers support to First Friday
Rants and Raves
Comments from readers:
Perdue speaks of his faith with Falwell
LYNCHBURG, Va. - With less than a month to go before the Nov. 7 election, Republican Gov. Sonny Perdue - counting on strong support from Georgia's Christian conservatives - made a pilgrimage to Virginia for an appearance with the Rev. Jerry Falwell.
Donation laws complex
ATLANTA - This is a busy time for political candidates and the State Ethics Commission, with those running for office filing sometimes-voluminous lists of their contributors with the state's watchdog agency.
Rants and Raves
Comments from readers:
Across Georgia
ATLANTA - Defense attorneys for courthouse shooting suspect Brian Nichols want to block 17 eyewitnesses from testifying against him at his murder trial, and a judge Monday scheduled a hearing on their request.
Rants and raves
THIS CONCERNS THE First Friday article. When I read the article, it reminds me how strong racism still is in the area. The Augusta Chronicle seems to write everything as a black-white issue. I have been here for 31 years, and I did not even know that black youths were the only youths in the Augusta area that play loud music and cruise the streets. If you think that, then take a ride on Washington Road on Friday and Saturday nights, when the white kids are doing the same.
Grant buys a second chance
AIKEN - Jennifer Fish dreams of owning a Mexican restaurant one day, but four days a week the smells of warm tortillas and spicy salsa take a back seat to classes that eventually could lead to a high school diploma.
News you can use
TUESDAY'S MUSIC LIVE: The concert will begin at noon at St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 605 Reynolds St. Soprano Barbara Ann Peters and pianist Jim Bumgardner will perform. Call (706) 722-34638.
Parents seek role in schools
It's been described as a castle that protects those at the top and fends off parents.
Accounting problems create doubts for physicians' group
Across South Carolina
MOUNT PLEASANT - This Charleston suburb has a Santa clause for its Dec. 10 holiday parade that states there can be only one Claus appearing during the annual holiday event.
The week ahead
Aiken City Council: 6:30 p.m. work session, 7 p.m. regular meeting, City of Aiken Municipal Building, 214 Park Ave. S.W.
Weekend filled with robberies, shootings
Three shootings and a rash of robberies kept Richmond County sheriff's deputies busy during the weekend.
Style is issue in picking leader
ATLANTA - Sonny Perdue and Mark Taylor are both large men with a ready laugh and a south Georgia accent, but that's where the similarity in their styles ends.
Copenhaver leads in donations
Augusta Mayor Deke Copenhaver received $114,275 in campaign contributions from June 30 to Sept. 30, more than the three other mayoral candidates combined.
Perdue speaks of his faith with Falwell
Online auction boosts sales of surplus items
In-person auctions of surplus items in Columbia County have been replaced with what officials say is a more productive means of selling - the Web site www.govdeals.com.
Swinging sounds of Oktoberfest
S. Carolina hopefuls square off in debate
COLUMBIA - The candidates for secretary of state debated the future of the office Monday.
Rants and raves
THIS CONCERNS THE First Friday article. When I read the article, it reminds me how strong racism still is in the area. The Augusta Chronicle seems to write everything as a black-white issue. I have been here for 31 years, and I did not even know that black youths were the only youths in the Augusta area that play loud music and cruise the streets. If you think that, then take a ride on Washington Road on Friday and Saturday nights, when the white kids are doing the same.
Bridge over tranquil waters
Workers spent the weekend hoisting into place two of the three sections of a $521,000 steel bridge that will improve visitor access to the Augusta Canal towpath.
Driving analysis shows risky times
Mayor, Morehouse welcome $32 million King Collection files
ATLANTA - The Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.'s 78th birthday in January will feature a gift to Atlanta: the first public viewing of more than 10,000 of his documents, notes and other personal items.
Outstanding loans total $31,000
Across the area
A curious squirrel triggered a power surge Monday that briefly shut down power for parts of downtown Augusta and triggered a fire alarm at James Brown Arena, according to Carol Boatwright, a spokeswoman for Georgia Power Co.
Last chance to register
Stephen Henderson (left) and his girlfriend, Mary Lou Harrold, register to vote in Richmond County at the Board of Elections office. They recently moved and needed to change their address. Today is the last day for voters to register for the Nov. 7 elections.
McCain again gives Cagle a hand
ATLANTA - In the middle of a heated Republican primary campaign this summer, U.S. Sen. John McCain, of Arizona, indirectly helped state Sen. Casey Cagle, of Oakwood, defeat former Christian Coalition leader Ralph Reed for the party's nod in the lieutenant governor race.
Online auction boosts sales of surplus items
Kid of the Day
Leeya McCauley Bridges, of Augusta, is today's kid of the day.
Leaders ponder need for new law
Leaders ponder need for new law
ATLANTA - It's a messy problem expected to get even fouler for homeowners who have septic tanks, and environmental regulators are trying to figure where the waste will go.
Driving analysis shows risky times
AIKEN - Rush hour is crash hour.
Kid of the Day
Today's Kid of the Day is Rebekah Williams, 7, of Augusta.
Problems raise talk of new shelter
McCain again gives Cagle a hand
Mayor, Morehouse welcome $32 million King Collection files
Across the area
Police are seeking a Burke County man in connection with a south Augusta shooting that occurred during the weekend.
Georgia woman charged with riding horse while intoxicated
Well-planted career
The man tending to intricately placed rosebushes and meticulously groomed shrubs at the Georgia Golf Hall of Fame got his start with a cheap juniper sapling he planted in his parents' yard as a teenager.
Holiday Closings
The following schedules have been announced for Columbus Day:
Across South Carolina
BEAUFORT - A city-led effort to clean up waterways turned into a spectator sport as residents stopped their midmorning routines to watch the demolition of boats at Lady's Island Boat Landing.
Across Georgia
ATLANTA - Two soldiers from Georgia died in Taji, Iraq, on Oct. 2 of injuries suffered when an improvised explosive device detonated near their vehicle, the Department of Defense announced Sunday.
Annex will move forward
WHAT WAS DISCUSSED: Annexation of Hammond Pond, Wellington and Old Plantation Road neighborhoods.
Outstanding loans total $31,000
The Richmond County school board stopped giving out pay advances to employees last month, but more than $31,000 is still owed and some might never be collected.
Road work closes section of Laney-Walker Boulevard
Celebrate Columbus Day proudly
Today is Columbus Day, or at least the federal government's idea of when to observe the second most important day in October.
Fractured Friendships
TALLADEGA, Ala. - Jeff and Jimmie, Brian and Ricky. They were the Hendrick Motorsports entourage, NASCAR's very own version of the Rat Pack.
Vickers puts new spin on win
TALLADEGA, Ala. - Fans pelted Brian Vickers' Chevrolet with empty cans and trash as he made his victory lap around Talladega Superspeedway on Sunday afternoon. His reception back home at Hendrick Motorsports probably won't be any better.
McNabb faring better in split with T.O.
Falcons' Hartwell waiting in wings
Parcells blames mistakes on line
Gertrude Wilds (NEW HAVEN, CT)
NEW HAVEN, CT - Mrs. Gertrude Wilds entered into rest on Sunday, October 8, 2006 in New Haven, CT. Funeral arrangements will be announced later. Survivors are one daughter, Linda (Arthur) Caesar, Augusta; stepdaughters, Roberstina Wilds, Philadelphia, PA, Gwen Wilds, Arizona; stepson, Ivan Wilds, New York; sister, Eloise (Prince) Perry, Augusta; brother, David (Shcell) McCain, Augusta; two grandchildren; ten great grandchildren; and other relatives. Williams Funeral Home, 2945 Old Tobacco Road, Hephzibah, Ga.
Catherine Sherlock (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. - Final Blessings for Ms. Catherine S. Sherlock will be said at 10:00 a.m. this morning at St. Edward Catholic Church with Father Cherian Thalakulam officiating. Interment will be at Pineview Memorial Park. Rowland Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Lois Dickson (STAPLETON, Ga.)
STAPLETON, Ga. - Mrs. Lois Dickson, 88, loving wife to the late Abner "Josh" Dickson, daughter of the late Robert McNair and Beatrice Peebles McNair, mother of two sons, Smith Dickson and Thomas Dickson and grandmother of three grandchildren, Winston Dickson, John David Dickson, Jenny Dickson, entered into rest October 8, 2006 at her residence. Funeral services will be held at 4:00 P.M. Wednesday, October 11, 2006 at James Funeral Chapel, with Rev. Adrain Burrell and Mary Ann Braswell officiating. Burial will follow at Stapleton Baptist Church Cemetery. Family will receive friends from 6:00 - 8:00 P.M. this evening, Tuesday October 10, 2006, at the funeral home. Mrs. Dickson was a retired Teacher, and was a member of Mt. Beulah Baptist Church. Pallbearers will be Frank Parrish, Tony Kelly Lanuard Newsome, Derek Newsome, Brad Hadden, Jim Pate. James Funeral Home-Wrens, GA. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Joseph Fielder (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. Joseph Fielder of Essie Mae McInytre 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. Family and friends will assemble at the residence at 10:30 a.m. Williams Funeral Home, 1765 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
James H. Godfrey (COLUMBIA, S.C.)
COLUMBIA, S.C. - Mr. James Hamilton Godfrey, Jr., 54, died Saturday at Lexington Medical Center. He was the son of James H. Godfrey, Sr. and the late Emilie Streble Godfrey. Graveside services will be held at 11 A.M. Monday at Eastview Cemetery in Edgefield, S.C. There will be a Memorial Service at 3 P.M. Monday at Shandon Presbyterian Church in Columbia. Mr. Godfrey was born in Gremany and was a comptroller for Embassy Suites. He also worked as a bookkeeper , comptroller for several Hotels in the Columbia Area. He was an avid woodworker and enjoyed fixing up cars and motorcycles. He was a member of Shandon Presbyterian Church where he was an usher and Sunday School Teacher. He was also a Boy Scout troop leader. Survivors include his wife, Carolyn Connelly Godfrey, one son- Trey Godfrey , U.S. Navel Academy, Annapolis, Md.; his father, James H. Godfrey, Sr. and a sister, Rose Marie Zuk, both of Auburn, Ala. Memorials may be made to the General Pastor's Fund, Shandon Presbyterian Church, 607 Woodrow St. Columbia, S.C. 29205. Edgefield Mercantile Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
James D. Brown (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Dr. James D. Brown, age 84, beloved husband of the late Robbie Brown, entered into rest Saturday, October 7, 2006 at St. Joseph Hospital. Funeral arrangements are incomplete but will be announced at a later date. Elliott Sons Funeral Home, 1134 Telfair Street, Augusta is in charge of the arrangements.
Janie Haynie (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mrs. Janie Mae Haynie went to be with the Lord on Sunday, October 8, 2006. She was the wife of the John R. Haynie, Sr. of Augusta, Ga. She was a member of Cornerstone Fellowship Church. She lived most of her life in this area. She was retired from the Marks Mfg. Co. and Homestead Drapery Co. Survivors are three daughters, Mrs. Joyce Gregory and husband Wiley, Mrs. Shirley Bethune and her late husband, Oscar Lee, and Mrs. Patricia Gay and her husband Robert, all of Augusta, Ga.; one son, Mr. Carroll Haynie and wife Wanda, of Augusta, Ga.; two sisters, Mrs. Mary Crook and Mrs. Beatrice Skinner, both of Augusta, Ga.; one brother, K. D. Sullivan, of New Jersey; also grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great great grandchildren (five generations), all of Augusta, Ga.; and numerous loving nephews and nieces. She was preceded in death by her husband, Mr. John R. Haynie, Sr. and three sons, Mr. Marvin N. Haynie, Sr., John Russell Haynie, Jr., and Cecil D. Haynie. Funeral service will be held on Wednesday, October 11, 2006 at 12:00 noon in the Thomas L. King Funeral Home Chapel with Dr. Bobby Coleman officiating. Interment will be in Hillcrest Memorial Park. Family will receive friends at the funeral home tonight between the hours of 6:00 and 8:00 p.m. Pallbearers will be her grandsons. Honorary pallbearers will be the Men's Bible Class. Florist: 9:00 a.m. Wednesday. Thomas L. King Funeral Home, 124 Davis Rd., Martinez, Ga. 706-863-6747. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Lillian Chastagner (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest on Saturday, October 7, 2006 at Wrightsville Nursing Home, Ms. Lillian S. Chastagner. Ms. Chastagner was a native of Richmond, VA and was the daughter of the late Earl M. and Inez A. Stokes. Ms. Chastagner was a photographer for part of the Manhattan Project and a retired Real Estate Agent. She was a member of Trinity On-The-Hill United Methodist Church. Survivors include her daughter, Alix Allen of Augusta; and sons, Philippe J.P. Chastagner of Denver, CO and Earl Stokes Chastagner of Eatonton. A memorial service will be held Thursday, October 12, 2006 at 2:00 P.M. at Trinity On-the-Hill United Methodist Church Chapel. The family will receive friends following the service at the church. Graveside services will be conducted Saturday, October 14, 2006, at 11:00 A.M. in Hollywood Cemetery, Richmond VA. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 1899 Central Ave., Augusta, GA 30904, the American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 1132, Fairfax, VA 22038-1132 or to the American Lung Association of GA, 2050 Walton Way, Suite 208, Augusta, GA 30904. Thomas Poteet & Son Funeral Directors, 214 Davis Rd. Augusta, GA 30907 (706)364-8484. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Mary H. Cox (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Funeral services for Mrs. Mary Michael Hoctor Cox, 94, will be held at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, October 11, 2006 in the chapel of Rowland Funeral Home with Rev. Phillip Burden officiating. Private burial will be held at Westover Memorial Park. The family will receive friends at Rowland Funeral Home, this evening from 6 to 8 p.m. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Association 1899 Central Ave. Augusta, GA 30904. Rowland Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Clarence Tucker (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. Clarence Walker Tucker, Sr., 83, beloved husband of Lois E. Tucker, entered into rest on Sunday, October 8, 2006 at his residence. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, October 11, 2006, at 3:00 PM at Platt's Crawford Avenue Chapel with the Rev. Bill Harrell and the Rev. Barry Daniel officiating. Burial will follow at Westover Memorial Park. Mr. Tucker, an Augusta native, was a Navy veteran of World War II. He was a member of Abilene Baptist Church and the Emory Sayer Sunday school class. He will be remembered as a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather. In addition to his wife, Lois, he is survived by a son, Clarence "C.W." Tucker, Jr. and his wife, Teresa; a daughter, Diane Hart and husband Jim O. Hart; three sisters, Dorothy Quinn, Elsie Tudor and husband Pierce, and Betty Cox and husband Mike; three grandchildren, Jennifer Labadie Salvo, Greg Tucker and Phillip Harris; and two great grandchildren, Kayla Labadie and Daniel Labadie. Pallbearers will be Jeff Crosby, Charlie Beale, Butch Quinn, Joel Cox, Mike Bennett, and David Bennett. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Tuesday evening, October 10, 2006 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Platt's Funeral Home, 721 Crawford Avenue. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Anthony Gilmore (WADLEY, Ga.)
WADLEY, Ga. - Mr. Anthony Gilmore entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, October 4, 2006 in Augusta, Georgia. Funeral will be held on Tuesday, October 10, 2006 at 1:30 p.m. at Hudson Mortuary Chapel in Wadley, Georgia. Burial will be in the Old Bethel Cemetery in Bartow, Georgia. Pallbearers are Lawrence Gilmore, Terrence Oliver, Randy Gilmore, Randy Green and Eulas Swint. His survivors are his mother, Luarina Anderson Gilmore, Wadley, Ga.; five sisters, Almarene Walker, Louisville, Ga., Nancy Gardner, Bartow, Ga., Shannon Gilmore, Sandersville, Ga. and Gail Spiller and Barbara Gilmore, Wadley, Ga.; three brothers, Johnny Gilmore, Wadley, Ga., Ed Gilmore, Jr., Louisville, Ga. and Jamie Gilmore, Lyons, Ga.; and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Hudson Mortuary, 144 Butts Street, Wadley, Ga. in charge of arrangements. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
James Walters (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. James Walters, Sr., entered into rest on Tuesday, October 3, 2006 at V.A. Medical Center, Downtown. He leaves cherished memories to his wife, Mrs. Arcenia Walters; children, James (Shirley) Walton, Jr., Johnny Walters, Fred Walters, Jeffery Keith, Anthony Keith, Betty Walters, Phillip Keith, Gordon Keith, Rose Keith, Karen Keith, Herman Keith, Lisa Keith, Willie James McCullen, David Keith; brother, Joseph Walters; sisters, Lizzie Mims, Cora Keith; grandchildren, great-grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends. Memorial services will be 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, October 11, 2006, at Kinsey & Walton Chapel, with Carl L. Jones offering words of comfort. The family will receive friends at the residence. Kinsey & Walton Funeral Home, 3618 Peach Orchard Road. (706) 790-8858 Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Marie L. Beard (JACKSON, S.C.)
JACKSON, S.C. - Funeral services for Mrs. Marie L. Beard, 93, of Third Street, Jackson, SC, who died October 7, 2006, will be conducted Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the Stephen D. Posey Funeral Home. Rev. Dan Hill officiating. Interment in Jackson Memorial Cemetery with Rev. Mark Riser officiating. Mrs. Beard was a native of Conway, SC, a former resident of Ellenton, having made Jackson her home for the past 54 years. She was a member of the First Christian Church of Jackson, wife of the late Mr. William P. Beard and mother of the late William Otis Beard. Survivors include two granddaughters and their husbands, Deborah Lynne and Jimmy Lively, Jackson and Andrea and Marty Sanders, North Augusta; a grandson, Marion Beard, Jackson; daughter-in-law, Betty Ann Beard, Jackson; 5 great- grandchildren and 3 great-great grandchildren. Pallbearers will be Allen Baughman, Curtis Beard, Buster Beard, Gus Tolias, Bobby Thomas and George Brown. The family will receive friends at the funeral home this Monday evening from 6 to 8. Memorials may be made to St. Joseph Hospice, 2260 Wrightsboro Road, Augusta, GA 30904. Stephen D. Posey Funeral Home of North Augusta in charge of arrangements (803-278-1181). Visit the online registry at www.poseyfuneralhome.com . Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Marie L. Beard (JACKSON, S.C.)
JACKSON, S.C. - Funeral services for Mrs. Marie L. Beard, 93, of Third Street, Jackson, SC, who died October 7, 2006, will be conducted this Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the Stephen D. Posey Funeral Home. Rev. Dan Hill officiating. Interment in Jackson Memorial Cemetery with Rev. Mark Riser officiating. Memorials may be made to St. Joseph Hospice, 2260 Wrightsboro Road, Augusta, GA 30904. Stephen D. Posey Funeral Home of North Augusta in charge of arrangements (803-278-1181). Visit the online registry at www.poseyfuneralhome.com .
Harriet A. Davis (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mrs. Harriett A. Davis age 79, wife of the late Dr. Carl O. Davis entered into rest at University Hospital on Saturday October 7, 2006. A memorial service will be held on Tuesday October 10, 2006 at The Hill Baptist Church at 2:00 p.m. with Dr. Michael Ruffin officiating. Interment will be in Pine Bluff, Arkansas at a later date and time. Mrs. Davis was survived by two children, Carl O. Davis Jr. and one daughter, Sherri Ann Davis. One sister, Allie Bess Atkins of Pine Bluff, Arkansas, and one niece Kathryn B. Stovall of Norfolk, Virginia. Mrs. Davis was a former school teacher, she had taught conversational English to international students. She was a member of The Hill Baptist Church and was a Sunday School Teacher for the Emmanuel Class. She did volunteer missionary work in Gaza, and was the chairperson of Intercessory Prayer Committee at The Hill Baptist Church. She was also a member of POE. The family will receive friends at the church after the service on Tuesday. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Hill Baptist Church @ 2165 Kings Way Augusta, Ga. 30904 Platt's Funeral Home, 721 Crawford Ave. Augusta, Ga. 706-733-3636 Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Ira Carter (AIKEN, S.C.)
AIKEN, S.C. - Mr. Ira Carter's funeral services will be 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, October 10, 2006 at New Zion Branch Baptist Church with Rev. Ronnie Bryant officiating. Interment will be in the church cemetery. Family and friends may call the residence of his daughter, Patricia (Maurice) Brightharp, 923 Robinhood Trail or the funeral home after 2:00 p.m. G.L. Brightharp & Sons Mortuary, 390 Beaufort St., Aiken (803) 648-0134.
Thomas Williams (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
HEPHZIBAH, Ga. - Mr. Thomas J. Williams of Railroad Avenue entered into rest on Sunday, October 8, 2006 at Medical College of Georgia. Funeral arrangements will be announced later. Survivors are one daughter, Gwendolyn (Stanley) Williams, Hephzibah; six sons, Tommie L. Williams, Yardville, N.J., Donald (Audrey) Williams, Jack Williams, Bruce (Juliette) Williams, Hephzibah, Ga., Ray (Theresa) Williams, James E. Williams, Augusta; three sisters, Dorothy W. Yerb, Helen Griffin, Augusta, Ruby W. Tennial, Memphis, TN; five brothers, Percy (Flora) Williams, Willie (Essie) Williams, Franklin (Charron) Williams, Augusta, Lonnie J. Williams, East Orange, N.J., Bobby G. Williams, Sr., Folkston, Ga.; sisters-in-law, Angie Bryant, Maybelle Williams, Hephzibah, Clancey (John) Berry, Sarah (Robert Lee) Burton, Cleveland, OH; brother-in-law, Henry Simmons, Jacksonville, FL; twelve grandchildren; eleven great grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Williams Funeral Home, Inc., 2945 Old Tobacco Road, Hephzibah, Ga.
George Brooks (BOSTON, MA.)
BOSTON, MA. - Services for Mr. George Bobby Gah-Gah Smokey Brooks of Boston, formerly of Gifford, S.C., will be 12 noon, Tuesday, October 10, 2006 in the Chapel of Riley's Hampton. Burial in the Grounder Cemetery, Gifford. Visitation will be 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, October 9, 2006 in the Chapel of Riley's Hampton. Riley's Funeral Home Hampton Chapel Inc. is in charge of the arrangements.
Joyce Phillips (GROVETOWN, GA.)
GROVETOWN, GA. - Mrs. Joyce N. Phillips, 64, wife of Mr. Wyman Phillips, entered into rest Saturday October 7, 2006, at St. Joseph Hospital, Augusta. Mrs. Phillips, a native of Columbia County, was a homemaker. In addition to her husband, survivors include three sons, Rex (Karen) Newman, Frank Brinson, and John Phillips; three brothers, Gene (Cookie) Newman, Roy (Joy) Newman, Timmie (Laurie) Newman, all of Grovetown; two sisters, Sandra (Jr.) Coleman, North Carolina, and Marie (Mike) Williams, Grovetown; three grandchildren, Derek, Kasey, and Justin; and 12 nieces and nephews. Starling Funeral Home, Hwy 78, Harlem, Ga. - Email condolence to the family at starling@familink.com
Earl T. Hall (BELVEDERE, S.C.)
BELVEDERE, S.C. - Funeral services for Mr. Earl Thomas Hall, 86, of Belair Rd., will be held today at 2:00 p.m. in the chapel of Rowland Funeral Home with Chaplain Ken Gross officiating. Interment will be at Pineview Memorial Park. The family will receive friends at Rowland Funeral Home, this afternoon, one hour prior to the funeral service Memorials may be made to Martinez Bible Chapel, 4352 Columbia Rd., Martinez, GA 30907. Rowland Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
James D. Brown (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Dr. James D. Brown entered into rest Saturday, October 7, 2006 at St. Joseph Hospital. Dr. Brown was born August 31, 1922 to the late Martha Douglass and Lawrence W. Brown in Gloucester, MA. He married Robbie Hughes of Columbia, SC in 1954. He served in World War II and later served in the US Army from 1952 until 1972 retiring as a full Colonel. In 1951, Dr. Brown graduated from Turfs University Dental School. After retiring from the military, Dr. Brown joined the faculty at the Medical College of Georgia in 1973 and retired in 1987, serving as an Assistant Professor. The family will receive friends Thursday, October 12, 2006 from 5:00 until 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Family members include a son, Dean Brown of Louisville, KY; a daughter, Penny Parrish of Augusta; as well as numerous "adopted" kids. In addition to his wife, Dr. Brown is also preceded in death by a sister, Virginia Tysver. If so desired, memorial contributions may be made to The Metropolitan Opera Fund, Lincoln Center, New York, NY 10023. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Berneta Queen (BARNWELL, S.C.)
BARNWELL, S.C. - A memorial service for Mrs. Berneta Weaks Queen will be held on Wednesday, October 11 at 11:00 a.m. at Spring Valley Presbyterian Church, Columbia, S.C. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, October 12 at the Barnwell First Baptist Church with burial to follow in the Barnwell County Memory Gardens. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday evening, October 11 at Mole Funeral Home. Mole Funeral Home, 803-259-3166.
Helen Mekkelson (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mrs. Helen Mekkelson of Augusta went home to Jesus on October 7, 2006 at Kentwood Nursing Facility. She was a long time resident of Sun City, Arizona 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 her 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
Mary H. Cox (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mrs. Mary Michael Hoctor Cox, 94, entered into rest Sunday, October 8, 2006 at St. Joseph Hospital. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, October 11, 2006 in the chapel of Rowland Funeral Home with Rev. Phillip Burden officiating. Private burial will be held at Westover Memorial Park. Mrs. Cox was born in Columbia County of Irish decedents and lived almost her entire life in Augusta - Richmond County. For the last few years she had lived at National Healthcare in North Augusta. She was retired from Eisenhower Hospital at Fort Gordon after many years of service. She was a 40 year member of Pierce Memorial United Methodist Church where she was a very active member for many years. She devoted herself to her family and her church. Mrs. Cox was preceded in death by her husband Marvin F. Cox, Sr., her parents James Michael Hoctor and Mary Frances Tompkins Hoctor, her sisters Elizabeth Hoctor Escaich and Agnes Hoctor Usry, and her grandson John Jacob Harley, Jr. Survivors include her 4 children Dorothy Cox Boswell, Mary Ann Walling, both of North Augusta, Sharon Cox - Harley, of Augusta, and Marvin F. Cox, Jr., of Lincolnton; 10 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends at Rowland Funeral Home, Tuesday evening from 6 to 8 p.m. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Association 1899 Central Ave. Augusta, GA 30904. Rowland Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
DeeAnn Walters (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - DeeAnn entered into rest Sunday, October 8, 2006 to the home of the Lord and Savior. DeeAnn was a near lifelong resident of Augusta, GA. She was born November 26, 1956 in Heidelberg, Germany and moved to Augusta in 1964 when DeeAnn was 7 years old. She graduated from Butler High School in 1974 and continued to Augusta State University where she earned a Bachelor Degree in Accounting. She received her CPA and worked for Baird and Company for 20 years. She has been affiliated in community activities thru the Rotary Club of Martinez-Evans where she was the treasurer. DeeAnn was the beloved wife of Robert Lee (Bob) Walters; mother and father, Lt. Col. and Mrs. Duris Speights, Jr. (MaMa Ruby and Daddy Dee); daughter and son-in-law, Heather and Chris Hutchinson; grandchildren, Hannah and KaylaAnn; sister and brother-in-law, Sharon Speights and Audie Bovier; and nephew, Scott Bovier. Extended family members include Leo and Odessa Bass and family,Mr. and Mrs. Hutchinson and family, Mr. and Mrs. Quick and family and special angel, GeorgeAnn Hadden. Graveside services will be held Wednesday, October 11, 1006 at 11:00 A.M. in Westover Memorial Park with Rev. Jim Hyder officiating. Pallbearers will be Scott Bovier, Derrick Bass, Tommy Leonard, Chris Hutchinson, Mickey Bass and Chad Bass. Honorary pallbearers will be the Martinez-Evans Rotary Club. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, c/o Duris Speights, Jr., 3565 Pebble Beach Dr., Martinez, GA 30907, for her grandchild, Hannah Quick. 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 L. Smith of Parliament Rd., Martinez, Ga. Survivors include a devoted wife, Mrs. Theresa Smith; three children, Alita Smith, Martinez, Ga., Alicia Smith, Martinez, Ga., and Herbert Smith, Jr., Niagra Falls, N.Y.; six brothers, Herman Valentine, Anansia Valentine, Niagra Falls, N.Y., Josh Smith, Jr., Buffalo, N.Y., Robert Smith, Niagra Falls, N.Y., Henry Smith, Atlanta, Ga., and Peter Smith, Johnson, Tenn.; three sisters, Mrs. Sadie Smith, Niagra Falls, N.Y., Clair Stewart, Niagra Falls, N.Y., and 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. Funeral services will be held, Tuesday October 10, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. from Jerusalem Baptist Church with Rev. Beotis Clark, pastor, officiating and Rev. Tommy Burgess, eulogist. Interment will be in Walker Memorial Park. Friends may call at the residence or the funeral home. The Historic Dent's Undertaking Establishment serving the CSRA since the 1800's. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Juanita Wood (ANDERSON, S.C.)
ANDERSON, S.C. - Mrs. Juanita A. Wood, wife of the late John H. Wood, entered into rest on Saturday, October 7, 2006 at Anderson Memorial Hospital. Funeral services will be held this Wednesday at 2:00 P.M. from the chapel of Chance & Hydrick Funeral Directors with the Reverend Jerry Wilson officiating. Interment will follow in Hillcrest Memorial Park. Those surviving her include her son and daughter-in-law, Mike and Connie Wood of Anderson, SC; sisters, Mary James of Blythe and Marguerite Moore of Augusta; grandsons, John Wood, Brian Wood and Phillip Wood. Mrs. Wood, the daughter of the late Herbert and Barbara Tucker Ashley was a native of Blythe but had lived in Augusta most of her life. She was a longtime member of Glenn Hills Baptist Church and the owner of Nita's Place Florist. The family will receive friends this Tuesday evening from 5:00 until 7:00 at the funeral home. If desired memorials may be made to the Central Baptist Church, 3006 Richmond Hill Road, Augusta, GA 30906. Chance & Hydrick Funeral Directors 2502 Richmond Hill Road, Augusta, Georgia 30906. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Grace Harris Pearre (EVANS, Ga.)
EVANS, Ga. - Mrs. Grace Harris Pearre, 88, entered into rest on Sunday October 8, 2006 at University Hospital. Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced. Platt's Funeral Home, 337 N. Belair Road, Evans, GA 30809
George Duggan (JACKSONVILLE, FL)
JACKSONVILLE, FL - Mr. George W. "Bill" Duggan, of Jacksonville, FL, died Friday, October 6, 2006. Funeral services will be held on Thursday at 11:00 a.m. at the May and Smith Funeral Directors Chapel with burial in Zeta Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Wednesday at May and Smith Funeral Directors, Sandersville.
Louise Gardner (BIRMINGHAM, AL)
BIRMINGHAM, AL - Mrs. Louise B. Gardner, 83, passed away Friday, October 06, 2006 at her home in Birmingham, Alabama . Mrs. Gardner was a long-time resident of Thomson, Georgia , was a homemaker and was retired as a Tax Accountant. She had been a member of the First Baptist Church in Thomson, and was a member of Meadow Brook Baptist Church in Birmingham. Mrs. Gardner was predeceased by her husband of 60 years John David Gardner, Sr. She is survived by her daughter Lee Ann Gardner and son David Gardner, both of Birmingham, Alabama. Graveside services will be held at 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, October 10, 2006 at Savannah Valley Memorial Gardens in Thomson, Georgia with Dr. Ron Sumners officiating. Beggs Funeral Home, 799 Cobbham Road, Thomson, Ga. 595-4100
Henry Staples (LINCOLNTON, Ga.)
LINCOLNTON, Ga. - LCDR Henry E. Staples, Jr. U.S. Navy Retired of Cartledge Rd died Sunday, Oct. 8, 2006 at his residence. He was 79. Visitation will be held from 5pm-7pm Wednesday with a memorial service following at Beggs Funeral Home, Lincolnton. A graveside service with military honors will be held Thurs. Oct 12 at 3p.m. at Long Cane Cemetery, Abbeville, SC. Mr. Staples was a native of Abbeville, S.C was a Lieutenant Commander retired U.S. Navy SEAL, serving in the U.S. Navy for over thirty years. He served in WWII, during which he was wounded on the USS Bessemer at Iowa Jima during its attack. Also, he served in the Korean Conflict, and Vietnam. He received the Bronze Star with Valor, and Purple Heart and numerous other decorations. He had lived in Lincoln County since 1980 and was a fishing guide for over twenty years. His first wife, Madeline Blanchett Staples and his son, Henry E. Staples, III both preceded him in death. He was a member of the American Legion #194. Survivors include his wife, Sandra "Sandi" Gay Staples; sons, James W. Staples, Columbia, SC and Raymond Clayton Staples, Lincolnton; stepsons, John Norman, Augusta and Robert Eunice, Simpsonville, SC; step-daughter, Janet Minor, N. Smyrna Beach, Fl; brother, Franklin Staples, Conyers; sisters, Gloria Crickett, Evans, Vivian Strickland, Abbeville; and friends, Jim, Judy and Kaitlyn Foster. Beggs Funeral Home at 200 May Avenue, Lincolnton, Georgia (706) 359-4117. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Patricia A. Davis (JACKSON, S.C.)
JACKSON, S.C. - Funeral Services for Mrs. Patricia A. Davis, 57, of Second Street, Jackson, SC, who died October 5, 2006, will be conducted this Monday morning at 11:00 o'clock from Bethel United Methodist Church. Rev. Ron Pettit and Rev. Robert Clyburn officiating. Interment in Woodridge Memorial Park, Lexington, SC, at 3 o'clock. Memorials may be made to Bethel or Wesley Chapel United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 497, Jackson, SC 29831. Stephen D. Posey Funeral Home of North Augusta in charge of arrangements (803-278-1181). Visit the registry at www.poseyfuneralhome.com .
Ruby Sammons (BARNESVILLE, Ga.)
BARNESVILLE, Ga. - Mrs. Ruby Mills Sammons of Barnesville passed away October 8, 2006. She was preceded in death by her husband, Mr. John Quincy "Jake" Sammons, Jr. Survivors include daughters and son-in-law, Billie and Al Barefield of Waynesboro, Ga. and Janet P. Sammons of Lilburn, Ga.; son and daughter-in-law, Mr. John Q. "Red" and Pauline Sammons of Barnesville, Ga.; 4 grandchildren; 4 great grandchildren; and sister, Mrs. Lovette Melzer of Kentucky. Funeral services for Mrs. Ruby Mills Sammons will be conducted Tuesday, October 10, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. in the Barnesville Presbyterian Church. Interment to follow in Lamar Memory Gardens. Guests may sign the online guestbook at www.williamsfh.net . Williams Funeral Home of Barnesville in charge of arrangements. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Christian Geiselman (POTTSTOWN, Pa.)
POTTSTOWN, Pa. - Christian Douglas Geiselman of Pottstown, Pa. died on Friday evening, October 6, 2006 in the Pottstown Memorial Hospital in Pottstown. Mr. Geiselman was 43 years old. Born in Philadelphia, Pa. on June 29, 1963 a son to Richard Dean and Dorothy Alice (Rutledge) Geiselman of Augusta and formerly of Audubon, Pa. He is the husband of Linda M. (Carey). Mr. Geiselman was a self employed flooring installer. He attended Methacton High School and served in the U.S. Navy aboard the USS Emory. Christian was an avid Philadelphia Eagles fan who also enjoyed boating, motorcycling, bicycling, kyacking, and a lover of nature, animals and wildlife. His favorite time of the year was the autumn season. Besides his wife and parents, Christian is survived by his two children, Mandee Lee Geiselman and Richard Dean Geiselman, II; his sister, Susan Salamone and her husband, Anthony of Norristown, Pa.; three stepchildren, step-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to attend his "Life Celebration Service," at the Boyd-Horrox Funeral Home of East Norriton, Pa. on Tuesday evening, October 10, 2006 from 7 to 9 p.m. and again on Wednesday morning, October 11, 2006 from 10 to 11 a.m. with funeral services at 11:00 a.m. His father, who is pastor at the Bath Presbyterian Church in Blythe, Ga. and the Rev'd Robert L. Schmidt, former pastor at the Lower Providence Presbyterian Church, will officiate. Burial will be in the Lower Providence Presbyterian Church Cemetery in Lower Providence Township, Pa. For those who wish, a donation in Mr. Geiselman's memory, in lieu of flowers, can be sent to the Montgomery County S.P.C.A., 19 East Ridge Pike, Conshohocken, Pa. 19428. Christian will be sadly missed by his family, friends and his faithful companion, Toby. ( www.lifecelebration.com) Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Johnny Smith (GRESHAMVILLE COMMUNITY, Ga.)
GRESHAMVILLE COMMUNITY, Ga. - Johnny B. Smith, Jr., age 53, died Sunday. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, October 10, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. at Fork Chapel United Methodist Church with Rev. Bob Murphy and Rev. Danny Smith officiating. Interment will follow at the church cemetery. McCommons Funeral Home, Greensboro, Ga. (706) 453-2626, is in charge of arrangements. Visit us at www.mccommonsfuneralhome.com to sign the online guest register.
Dorothy Wright (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mrs. Dorothy Wright of Lee Street entered into rest Sunday, October 8, 2006 at her residence. Funeral arrangements will be announced later. Survivors are one daughter, Monique Wright Maverick, Augusta, Ga.; one son, Roosevelt Wright, Augusta, Ga.; two sisters, Annie Mae Wilder, Pennsylvania, and Carolyn F. Jude, Augusta, Ga.; three brothers, Quincy R. Beale, Thomas P. Beale, Augusta, Ga. and Chuck R. Beale, Columbia, S.C.; one grandchild; and a host of other relatives and friends. Williams Funeral Home, 1765 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.
Louise Gardner (BIRMINGHAM, AL)
BIRMINGHAM, AL - Mrs.. Louise B. Gardner, 83, passed away Friday, October 06, 2006 at her home in Birmingham, Alabama . She is survived by her daughter Lee Ann Gardner and son David Gardner, both of Birmingham, Alabama. Graveside services will be held at 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, October 10, 2006 at Savannah Valley Memorial Gardens in Thomson, Georgia with Dr. Ron Sumners officiating. Beggs Funeral Home, 799 Cobbham Road, Thomson, Ga. 706-595-4100
Carrie E. Baker (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. - Funeral services for Mrs. Carrie Elizabeth Baker, 82, of Clearwater Road, North Augusta, SC, who died October 7, 2006, will be conducted Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the Rose and Graham Funeral Home, Benson, NC. Interment in Willow Springs Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery. Survivors include a daughter, Carolyn Rowley, North Augusta; two sons, Johnnie Baker Belvedere, and James (Kaye) McCraw, Benson, NC; 12 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. The family will receive friends at the Rose and Graham Funeral Home Tuesday evening from 7 to 9. Stephen D. Posey Funeral Home of North Augusta in charge of local arrangements (803-278-1181). Visit the online registry at www.poseyfuneralhome.com . Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Juanita Wood (ANDERSON, S.C.)
ANDERSON, S.C. - Mrs. Juanita A. Wood wife of the late John H. Wood entered into rest on Saturday, October 7, 2006 at Anderson Memorial Hospital. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced. Chance & Hydrick Funeral Directors 2502 Richmond Hill Road, Augusta, Georgia 30906.
Lois Dickson (STAPLETON, Ga.)
STAPLETON, Ga. - Mrs. Lois Dickson, 88, entered into rest October 8, 2006 at her residence. Funeral services are incomplete will be announce later. James Funeral Home- Wrens, GA.
Erica P. Carter (LINCOLNTON, Ga.)
LINCOLNTON, Ga. - Ms. Erica Paulette Carter, 26, of 1258 Dixie Lane entered into rest on Friday, October 6, 2006 at the residence. Ms. Carter was born in Daytona Beach, Florida. She lived in Evans, Ga. for most of her life, before moving to Lincoln County where she resided for the the past nine years. She was a homemaker and a member of Abilene 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 Abilene 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.
Ira Carter (AIKEN, S.C.)
AIKEN, S.C. - Funeral services for Mr. Ira Carter, of Aiken, S.C., will be 2:00 p.m. today at New Zion Branch Baptist Church with Rev. Ronnie Bryant officiating. The remains will lie in state in the church from 1:00 p.m. until the hour of service. Interment will be in the church cemetery. The family will assemble at the residence of his daughter, Mrs. Patricia (Maurice) Brightharp, 923 Robinhood Trail at 1:15 p.m. G.L. Brightharp & Sons Mortuary, 390 Beaufort St., Aiken. (803) 648-0134.
Margaret E. Crouch (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. - Mrs. Margaret E. Crouch's funeral services will be conducted today at 3:00 p.m. at Lighthouse Baptist Church Rev. John Pritt officiating. Interment at Pineview Memorial Gardens. In Leiu 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. 30907. 706-364-9122.
Mary Bates (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
HEPHZIBAH, Ga. - Mary Clarke Bates, 83, entered into rest Sunday, October 8, 2006, at Pineview Gardens. She was born December 3, 1922 in Jefferson County, Georgia to the late John Bush and Lizzie Williamson Clarke, she had lived in this area all of her life. She worked at Davison's Department Store for 13 years, and was a relief clerk at Gracewood Post Office for 14 years until retirement in 1996. She was a long time member of Hephzibah Baptist Church, where she sang in the choir, and was a member of the T.E.L. Sunday School Class. She was preceded in death by her husband, John R. Bates. Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, October 10, 2006 at Hephzibah Baptist Church, with Rev. John Beck officiating. Interment will follow at Burke Memorial Gardens, Waynesboro. Pallbearers will be her grandsons. She is survived by four children, Jane Montgomery Partridge (William), of Hephzibah, Leck Montgomery III (Carol), of Hephzibah, Ted A. Montgomery (Teresa), of Waynesboro, Ann Bates Brinkman (Charlie), of Augusta; three brothers and three sisters, Louise Anderson, Eben Clarke, Hammond Clarke, Ruby Beck, Graham Clarke, and Helen Kennedy; 12 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren, 2 great great grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. Remembrances may be made to Hephzibah Baptist Church, 2527 State Hwy 88, Hephzibah, Ga. 30815 DeLoach - Kennedy Funeral Home, Hephzibah, Ga. (706) 592-5000.
William Barker (VIRGINIA BEACH, VA)
VIRGINIA BEACH, VA - William Alsey Barker, Sr., 85, of Dodd Drive, entered into rest at Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital, on Sunday, October 8, 2006. Born, February 2, 1921 in Harnett County, Fuquay-Varina, NC, he had resided in Virginia Beach since August 1966. His parents were the late John Sidney Barker, Sr. and the late Annie Honeycutt Barker. Surviving is his beloved wife, Myrtle Smith Barker of 61 years; two sons, William A. Barker, Jr. and wife Barbara of Raleigh, NC and Kenneth D. Barker and wife, Debra of Glen Allen, VA; two daughters, Sandra Taylor of Martinez, GA and Anne Gibbs and husband Joseph of Chesterfield, VA; and one sister, Martha Cotton, living in Raleigh, NC. He has eight grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren. Mr. Barker served in the Navy in World War II and served in the Atlantic and Pacific Theaters, participating in the Normandy invasion while serving aboard USS LST 537. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War and participated in the invasion of Inchon, the invasion of Wonson, and the evacuation of Hungnam, North Korea. Mr. Barker retired from the U.S. Army with the rank of Major on December 31, 1966. He was also retired from Civil Service after working 15 years with the U.S. Postal Service in Virginia Beach, VA. He was a member of First Baptist Church, Virginia Beach, VA. Visitation will be held at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home, Great Neck Chapel, 1264 N. Great Neck Road, Virginia Beach, VA on Tuesday, October 10, at 1PM for 1 hour, and immediately following, a graveside service will be conducted at Princess Anne Memorial Park, 1110 N. Great Neck Road, with the Dr. Robert Pipkin officiating. Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church, 35th Street and Holly Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23451. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.hollomon-brown.com . Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Robert Hayden (APPLING, GA.)
APPLING, GA. - Robert Lee 'Bob' Hayden, 68, husband of Harriett Faye Hayden, entered into rest Sunday October 8, 2006, at University Hospital. Funeral services will be held at 4:00 PM on Thursday, October 12, 2006, at Bellevue Memorial Gardens Chapel. Entombment will follow in Bellevue Memorial Gardens Mausoleum with Masonic Rites. Mr. Hayden, a native of Augusta, was a resident of Columbia County for more than 40 years. He had served in the Army National Guard. His career in law enforcement included the Augusta Police Department, Grovetown Police Department, Columbia County Sheriff's Department, and retiring as Sergeant from the Harlem Police Department. He was a member of Webb Lodge #16 F&AM, and a former member of Green Meadows Golf Club and Three Oaks Golf Club. He was a member of Warren Baptist Church. He was a beloved husband, father, and grandfather. He was preceded in death by his parents Alberta S. and Lee S. Hayden, and a brother George Wayne Hayden. Survivors include his wife of 49 years, Harriett Faye Hayden; two daughters, Robin Hayden Byrd and son-in-law Steve Byrd, Hendersonville, North Carolina, and Susan Hayden Thigpen and son-in-law Jerry Thigpen, Martinez; four grandchildren, Brandy Faye Powell, Augusta, Amanda Laray Powell, Hendersonville, North Carolina, Jacob Hayden Thigpen and Rebekah Kaitlynn Thigpen, Martinez; and several cousins Honorary Pallbearers will be Harlem Police Department. If so desired, memorials may be made to the St. Joseph Hospice Care, 2260 Wrightsboro Rd., Augusta, GA 30904, or The American Cancer Society 2263 Washington Rd, Augusta, GA 30904, or Warren Baptist Church, 3202 Washington Road, Augusta, GA 30907. The family will receive friends Wednesday evening from 7 to 9 PM at Starling Funeral Home, Hwy 78, Harlem, Ga. - Email condolence to the family at starling@familink.com. Sign the guestbook atAugustaChronicle.com
Grace Pearre (GROVETOWN, GA.)
GROVETOWN, GA. - Mrs. Grace Harris Pearre age 88 entered into rest on Sunday, October 8, 2006 at University Hospital. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, October 11, 2006 at 12:00 noon at Abilene Baptist Church with Dr. Bill Harrell and Dr. Hoffman Harris officiating. Interment will follow at Bellevue Memorial Gardens, Grovetown, GA. Mrs. Pearre was a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother and great great grandmother. She was preceded in death by her husband, Walter Irvin Pearre, Sr., parents, Rev. and Mrs. Leroy Harris, Sr., brother, Leroy Harris, Jr., sister, Mrs. Carolyn Hefner, and granddaughter, Donna Steed. Survivors include, son W. Irvin Pearre, Jr. and wife Euphemia of Jonesboro, GA; daughter, Phyllis P. Steed and husband John, Grovetown, GA; three brothers, Daniel M. Harris, Augusta, GA, Charles H. Harris and wife Ruth, Augusta, GA, Dr. J. Hoffman Harris and wife Norma, Decatur, GA; grandchildren, Diane Moore, Lynne Byrne and husband Bob, John L. Steed, III, Julie Thigpen and husband Gary, Libby Carswell and husband Joe, Pearre Morgan and wife Alana, Jim Steed and wife Elaine, Roy Pearre and wife Anita, Terrye Janney and husband Steve, Melody Allred and husband Scott, Andy Pearre; 20 great grandchildren; and 1 great great granddaughter. If so desired donations may be made to the Abilene Baptist Church, Building Fund, 3917 Washington Road, Martinez, GA 30907. Grandsons will serve as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will be members of the Jeanne Baucom Sunday School Class. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Tuesday October 10, 2006 from 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM and from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Platt's Funeral Home, 337 N. Belair Road, Evans, GA 30809. 706-860-6166. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Mary Clarke Bates (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
HEPHZIBAH, Ga. - Mary Clarke Bates, 83, entered into rest Sunday, October 8, 2006, at Pineview Personal Care Home. She was born December 3, 1922 in Jefferson County, Georgia to the late John Bushe and Lizzie Williamson Clarke, she had lived in this area all of her life. She worked at Davison's Department Store for 13 years, and was a relief clerk at Gracewood Post Office for 14 years until retirement in 1996. She was a long time member of Hephzibah Baptist Church, where she sang in the choir, and was a member of the T.E.L. Sunday School Class. She was preceded in death by her husband, John R. Bates. Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, October 10, 2006 at Hephzibah Baptist Church, with Rev. John Beck officiating. Interment will follow at Burke Memorial Gardens, Waynesboro. Pallbearers will be her grandsons. The family will receive friends Monday, October 9, 2006 from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at DeLoach - Kennedy Funeral Home, Hephzibah. She issurvived by four children, Jane Montgomery Partridge (William), of Hephzibah; Leck Montgomery III (Carol), of Hephzibah; Ted A. Montgomery (Teresa), of Waynesboro; Ann Bates Brinkman (Charlie), of Augusta; three brothers and three sisters, Louise Anderson, Eben Clarke, Hammond Clarke, Ruby Beck, Graham Clarke, and Helen Kennedy; 12 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren, 2 great great grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. Remembrances may be made to Hephzibah Baptist Church, 2527 State Hwy 88, Hephzibah, Ga. 30815 DeLoach - Kennedy Funeral Home, Hephzibah, Ga. (706) 592-5000. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Patricia A. Davis (JACKSON, S.C.)
Mary Clarke Bates (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
Gertrude Wilds (NEW HAVEN, CT)
Christian Geiselman (POTTSTOWN, Pa.)
Marie L. Beard (JACKSON, S.C.)
Joyce Phillips (GROVETOWN, GA.)
Thomas Williams (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
James H. Godfrey (COLUMBIA, S.C.)
Marie L. Beard (JACKSON, S.C.)
Lillian Chastagner (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Louise Gardner (BIRMINGHAM, AL)
George Duggan (JACKSONVILLE, FL)
William Barker (VIRGINIA BEACH, VA)
Erica P. Carter (LINCOLNTON, Ga.)
Johnny Smith (GRESHAMVILLE COMMUNITY, Ga.)
Harriet A. Davis (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Earl T. Hall (BELVEDERE, S.C.)
Berneta Queen (BARNWELL, S.C.)
Herbert L. Smith (MARTINEZ, Ga.)
Margaret E. Crouch (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Louise Gardner (BIRMINGHAM, AL)
Ruby Sammons (BARNESVILLE, Ga.)
Catherine Sherlock (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Clarence Tucker (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Grace Harris Pearre (EVANS, Ga.)
Henry Staples (LINCOLNTON, Ga.)
Carrie E. Baker (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Helen Mekkelson (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Oerter's discs now end up in galleries
Russian remains undefeated
ROSEMONT, Ill. - He is the largest heavyweight champion ever and is closing in on Rocky Marciano's perfect record, yet Nikolai Valuev is boxing under a cloak large enough to conceal his massive frame.
Overtime
In Greenville, S.C., Augusta State posted a final-round 317 to finish in fifth at the Lady Paladin Invitational at Furman University's Golf Course.
Oerter's discs now end up in galleries
FORT MYERS BEACH, Fla. - Sitting in the living room of his 14th-floor condominium overlooking scenic Estero Bay, Al Oerter talks about the virtues of hard work, perseverance and commitment.
Overtime
Weekly statistics for From The Huddle are needed from the area's high school coaches. Coaches are asked to either fax their information to (706) 823-3408 or e-mail them to jeff.sentell@ augustachronicle.com.
Bush, Saints score win
NEW ORLEANS - Reggie Bush made his first NFL touchdown worth the wait.
McNabb faring better in split with T.O.
In the frenzy over the guy with the initials, the other guy got lost.
Parcells blames mistakes on line
IRVING, Texas - Like it or not, Terrell Owens will still be catching passes from Drew Bledsoe this week.
Broncos outkick Ravens
DENVER - A cold rain and two stingy defenses turned the Baltimore-Denver showdown into a kicking competition, and Jason Elam bested Matt Stover in the Broncos' 13-3 win over the Baltimore Ravens on Monday night.
Struggles stun Pittsburgh
PITTSBURGH - The Pittsburgh Steelers might have reached the defining moment of their season, their losing streak at three games and their quarterback rusty and ineffective after an injury layoff.
Panthers top Browns
CHARLOTTE, N.C. - Keyshawn Johnson sneaked off to the side of the tunnel, got onto his knees and genuflected as Julius Peppers was introduced to the crowd before the game.
Falcons' Hartwell waiting in wings
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. - Through four games, the Atlanta Falcons have listed Ed Hartwell as the team's starting middle linebacker.
Bulldogs regroup, prepare for Vandy
Bulldogs regroup, prepare for Vandy
Georgia plummeted six spots to No. 16 in the Associated Press Top 25 on Sunday after the Bulldogs' collapse against Tennessee. It's the Bulldogs' lowest ranking since they finished 22nd in the final poll of the 2001 season and puts them three spots below Georgia Tech.
Stuff 2 do
FRIDAY THE 13TH: Don't get so freaked out that you can't catch football action as Butler plays host to Thomson. Glenn Hills travels to Harlem and Laney takes on Screven County at home. In South Carolina, Fox Creek travels to Wagener-Salley and Midland Valley takes on Swansea at home. All games begin at 7:30 p.m.
A new look
Change is good.
The essentials
Want some tips on how to study for a test? Need advice on how to balance a checkbook?
Giving boys oral sex at party is irresponsible, dangerous
THIS WEEK'S PROBLEM: Several girls in my school are having oral sex with boys. They say this isn't really sex, that you won't get any sexually transmitted diseases, and you won't lose your virginity if you do it. They are trying to get me to go to an oral sex party where the girls perform oral sex on the boys. The girls decide which boy to do it with by drawing cards, spinning the bottle ... Do I lose my virginity by having oral sex with a boy? Can you get any diseases from doing this? Will people think I am trash if I do this? It seems like the boys selfishly use the girls at these parties, because I haven't heard about any boys performing oral sex on any girls.
Patience is important in career as a model
Giving boys oral sex at party is irresponsible, dangerous
Up 2 speed
Too involved in school to know what was going on in the real world this past week? Here's an update:
Teen Speak
Are relationships really important?
Eating right, exercising helped teen lose weight
Atkins. South Beach. Weight Watchers.
Eating right, exercising helped teen lose weight
Patience is important in career as a model
Smiling and posing are far from all it takes to be a professional model.
The Spotlight
Evan Phillips, 13, is a nationally ranked fencer and a seventh-grader at Riverside Middle School.
Quick hits
Take the lead: Although this movie is full of dancing and music, the plot is more complex than a simple two-step.
Makeover slideshow: Dequinton Cofield
Makeover slideshow: Dequinton Cofield
Watch an audio slideshow of Dequinton's makeover at Augusta Mall.
Makeover slideshow: Abby Wahlert
Makeover slideshow: Abby Wahlert
Watch an audio slideshow of Abby's makeover at Augusta Mall.
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