Applause Cover
Applause cover for October 12, 2006.
For 'Dreamcoat' performer, time on road is part of job
For Adam Ryan Tackett, donning the Technicolor Dreamcoat every night means accepting the travails of travel.
Louvre art visiting High in Atlanta
Standing 12 feet tall and weighing more than 4 tons, Napoleon is, after nearly 200 years in Paris, making his first trip abroad.
Louvre art visiting High in Atlanta
For 'Dreamcoat' performer, time on road is part of job
Friend knew Leyland wanted to make return
Lidle follows Thurman Munson's tragic path
NEW YORK - Cory Lidle put together a successful career as a major league pitcher by living on the edge.
Casey might be out for rest of ALCS
Detroit Tigers first baseman Sean Casey has a partial tear in a muscle in his left calf and could miss the rest of American League Championship Series against the Oakland Athletics.
Casey might be out for rest of ALCS
Friend knew Leyland wanted to make return
PITTSBURGH - Jim Leyland and Chuck Tanner sat together almost every summer night for six seasons watching the Pirates play, two retired World Series-winning managers talking baseball and leisurely enjoying the game while working as scouts.
Lidle follows Thurman Munson's tragic path
Rain, rain go away
NEW YORK - The New York Mets might have to face Chris Carpenter sooner than expected.
Carpenter bumped to Game 2
NEW YORK - Chris Carpenter left rainy Shea Stadium on Wednesday night figuring there was a good chance St. Louis Cardinals manager Tony La Russa would bump him up to Game 2 of the National League Championship Series.
Game 3 start is pushed up
DETROIT - Nick Swisher trotted out to right field and, with freak October flurries swirling at Comerica Park, plopped onto his back and began making mock snow angels.
Everything revolves around college football
Atlanta loses Ray to Kansas City
The Atlanta Braves left reliever Ken Ray unprotected and the Kansas City Royals claimed the 31-year-old journeyman who unexpectedly surfaced prior to the 2006 season.
Atlanta loses Ray to Kansas City
CEOs of McAfee, CNet step aside
Justice OKs sale of BellSouth
ATLANTA - AT&T's $78.9 billion purchase of BellSouth, approved by the Justice Department on Wednesday, would better position AT&T to increase its share of big business customers by creating more of a one-stop shop for clients with far-flung operations.
Human remains posted on eBay investigated
PORT HURON, Mich. - Officials are trying to track down the origins of a mummified human skeleton that a Michigan woman tried to sell on eBay.
Many are unaware of higher late fees
WASHINGTON - Late fees for credit card payments have jumped, but card issuers have done a poor job of explaining their policies on fees and penalties to consumers, a new study by congressional investigators has found.
Many are unaware of higher late fees
CEOs of McAfee, CNet step aside
SAN FRANCISCO - The chief executives of McAfee Inc. and CNet Networks Inc. stepped aside Wednesday to atone for stock-option chicanery that occurred on their watch, expanding the list of business leaders swept up in a messy scandal that is erasing profits and spurring government investigations.
Human remains posted on eBay investigated
Exhibition center gains support
Members of the Downtown Development Authority unanimously approved a motion on Thursday to support building a $25 million exhibition center in the downtown area.
AT&T waits for FCC vote
WASHINGTON - The Federal Communications Commission is putting off for a day its consideration of AT&T Inc.'s proposed takeover of BellSouth Corp., a mega-deal that some government officials want to examine more closely.
Exhibition center gains support
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Adams' play praised
CLEMSON, S.C. - Gaines Adams had a simple explanation for the biggest play of Clemson's season.
Tigers devour Owls
CHARLOTTE, N.C. - James Davis ran for 138 yards and three touchdowns on nine carries - all in the first half - to help No. 12 Clemson rout Temple 63-9 on Thursday night.
Tigers devour Owls
CHARLOTTE, N.C. - James Davis ran for 138 yards and three touchdowns on nine carries - all in the first half - to help No. 12 Clemson rout Temple 63-9 on Thursday night.
'Classic' games prove lucrative to programs
Savannah State's football team will play in another 'Classic' on Saturday - the CSRA Classic at Lucy C. Laney Memorial Stadium.
'Classic' games prove lucrative to programs
Savannah State's football team will play in another 'Classic' on Saturday - the CSRA Classic at Lucy C. Laney Memorial Stadium.
Tennessee suspends writer's privileges
Michigan coaches are threatened
University of Michigan police have arrested a 23-year-old man they say stalked and sent threatening e-mails to football coach Lloyd Carr.
Michigan coaches are threatened
Tennessee suspends writer's privileges
The University of Tennessee has banned a newspaper reporter from covering its football team for two weeks for interviewing a player about injuries sustained in the Vols' game against Air Force in September.
Graniteville workers get vital help
We have all heard about government programs that waste taxpayers' money. So it's heartening when a government aid program accomplishes something constructive. This seems to be the case with the $100,000 grant provided by the South Carolina Education Department to help more than 800 Graniteville-area workers who lost their jobs when Avondale Mills went out of business in July.
Graniteville workers get vital help
Terrorists winning in Europe
A recent incident in Berlin explains why some in the West believe radical Islam has already conquered Europe. At the request of German security officers, a prominent Berlin opera house shut down a three-year-old production of Mozart's (King) Idomeneo.
A threat to Americans' privacy
A political football, made in North Korea
Of all the nerve.
A political football, made in North Korea
Ecology lab needs rescue again
The Savannah River Ecology Lab's annual Perils of Pauline scare story is under way. But unlike the old fictionalized movie serial, the lab's struggle-to-survive drama is all too real. And you can't be sure it'll escape a deadly, last-minute fate.
Turner makes fool of himself - again
Turner makes fool of himself - again
Whenever you think Ted Turner can't get any more ridiculous, he does.
Ecology lab needs rescue again
A threat to Americans' privacy
To most Americans, the charges against former Hewlett-Packard chairwoman Patricia Dunn amount to just another hard-to-understand corporate scandal. Who cares?
'Motel' guest helps boy learn about love, connection
Subtly sentimental without ever becoming saccharine, and jarringly jaded without ever asking its audience to embrace its entropy, The Motel manages to breath new life into a tired coming-of-age tale.
Spotted in Augusta
Kelly McGurk (from left), Jamie Bridges, Brooks Rode, Mary Dudley Stulb and Brooke Hixon were on the Prize Balloon Committee for the Perfectly Aged: Antiques and Wine Benefit Auction at the Enterprise Mill Events Center.
Club calendar
Send your club's entertainment information to randa.alattar@augustachronicle.com or fax it to (706) 722-7403. Listings must be received by 6 p.m. Mondays.
British actor is not afraid to step into Capote role
Toby Jones has one of the toughest acts to follow in cinema history. The British actor stars as Truman Capote in Infamous, the story of the author's dark journey to create the true-crime novel In Cold Blood, an experience so traumatic it left him an emotional wreck for the rest of his life.
'Dragon Quest' will please all players
Role-playing games aren't for everyone, but I love 'em. There's almost nothing I enjoy more than cracking open a fresh RPG, knowing I have a good 40 to 80 hours of swordplay, spell-casting and dragon-slaying ahead. On an hour-per-dollar basis, it's the best bargain in entertainment.
Applause calendar
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Video game reviews
Test Drive Unlimited takes a more leisurely approach to racing; after all, you reside on the Hawaiian island of Oahu and spend your time (either offline or online) collecting money, clothing, houses and, most importantly, new cars.
Stuff to do
Broadway in Augusta presents Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat at 7 p.m. Thursday at Bell Auditorium.
It's a chick thing
Athough still seen as something of a novelty, the girl with a guitar or the woman who wails has long been an important part of rock music.
Concert calendar
Aaron Tippin will perform at 7:30 p.m. Thursday at Aiken Fairgrounds.
Fishing Tournaments
Sponsoring a bass, crappie, catfish or other fishing tournament? Mail or fax your flyer or information to Fishing Editor, The Augusta Chronicle, P.O. Box 1928, Augusta, Ga. 30903-1928. Fax number: (706) 823-3408. Tournament reports must include first and last names of the participants, total numbers of fish and total weight of the catch.
Thurmond full of anglers
Catching largemouth bass on Thurmond Lake this week isn't a secret. Just go to any main river point or hump during the early morning, midmorning and even late afternoon, cast a top-water lure and hang on.
Continent is scattered with Osage orange trees
Ask before you buy compost
Are you ready for spring planting? You might as well get the ground ready wherever you've already cleared away vegetables or annual flowers. And one of the best things you can do to get the ground ready is to apply compost.
Continent is scattered with Osage orange trees
A couple of weeks ago, a woman brought an unusual fruit to a master gardener function to ask me for its identification.
Pair share Vegas lead
LAS VEGAS - Bob Tway and Steve Flesch had 8-under par rounds Thursday to share the first-round lead in the Frys.com Open.
A year after Wie's debut, the expectations remain
A year after Wie's debut, the expectations remain
PALM DESERT, Calif. - Michelle Wie celebrated her 17th birthday Wednesday. Next up is an anniversary.
After fast start, coach enjoys peace in valley
No. 1 vs. No. 2 has small towns abuzz
After fast start, coach enjoys peace in valley
Maybe after this season Midland Valley coach Rick Knight won't have to worry about any petitions for his ouster.
Key Matchups
LAST WEEK: Screven County and Laney each had a bye.
Power Polls
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.
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Week 7 Statistics
Weekly statistics for From the Huddle are due by noon each Wednesday. Fax them to (706) 823-3408 or send them via e-mail to Jeff Sentell at jeff.sentell@augustachronicle.com.
No place like home
They were the team without a home.
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Player of the Week
LAST WEEK: Bradley ran the ball 15 times for 91 yards in a 27-21 overtime victory at Chapin. Bradley scored on runs of 1, 1 and 5 yards. All of those touchdowns came at key moments. He scored the lone first-half touchdown for the Mustangs, who trailed by 14 points late in the third quarter. After Midland Valley pulled within seven, Bradley helped tie the contest with five minutes remaining. In overtime, he gave the Mustangs the win with his 5-yard scamper - the team's second win in two weeks on the final play of the game. His three touchdowns pushed his season total to 11.
Week 7 Statistics
Weekly statistics for From the Huddle are due by noon each Wednesday. Fax them to (706) 823-3408 or send them via e-mail to Jeff Sentell at jeff.sentell@augustachronicle.com.
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No. 1 vs. No. 2 has small towns abuzz
You've probably seen the movies or heard the stories about communities so enthralled with their high school football team that everything in town shuts down on Friday night.
Friday Night flashback
An upstart Irish squad entered the contest with a 6-1 record, seeking their fourth win over the Screaming Devils in 22 meetings.
Thrashers extend streak
ATLANTA - Kari Lehtonen set a team record for shutout minutes before finally giving up a goal, and the Atlanta Thrashers won their third in a row by defeating the Boston Bruins 4-1 on Wednesday night.
Everything revolves around college football
Long-range planning works best in the short term.
The truth about delinquent taxes
Don't leave school security to teachers
There's a lot at stake in this election
Democrats' disinformation is working
Elect Fleming to Aiken school board
David Roper is ideal for open judgeship
Many fine individuals have thrown their hats in the ring in the race for Superior Court judge in the Augusta Judicial Circuit. I've been reading a lot about each candidate, but one individual clearly stands out to me. I'm going to be supporting David Roper.Frank Spears, Evans
There's a lot at stake in this election
The coming midterm elections will be a battle of wills among continuing low taxes; less government; removal of the death tax; and vigorously prosecuting child predators on the Internet and on the streets of America.Floyd Brown, Grovetown
Elect Fleming to Aiken school board
On Nov. 7, I would like to recommend that your readers vote for Ray Fleming to represent District 5 on the Aiken County school board.Tracy Rudisill, North Augusta, S.C.
Roper deserves superior court post
Don't leave school security to teachers
There is nothing more important than preserving the safety of our children while they are at school. However, some lawmakers, such as Wisconsin state Rep. Frank Lasee, are toying with the idea that teachers should become armed and trained as a deterrent to violence and possibly a reactionary force when violence occurs. This is a wrong approach in securing safety in our schools.Michael S. Maloney, Grovetown
David Roper is ideal for open judgeship
The truth about delinquent taxes
As a matter of introduction, I work in the delinquent department of the Richmond County Tax Commissioner's Office. I am not a politician. My purpose in writing this column is to clear up some misconceptions about our office and to give the facts to the public about delinquent accounts.
Roper deserves superior court post
It has probably been close to 15 years since I have seen or talked to David Roper. I was his neighbor for about six or seven years.Bill Quattlebaum, Evans
Democrats' disinformation is working
Would you agree the term "right-wing Christian" is right out of the Democratic National Committee's playbook, a pejorative slogan created to define Republicans/political opponents in the eyes of the uncommitted?Diego Sevi, Augusta
Now at a mall near you: Massage
Volkswagen GTI is hot hatchback
Volkswagen GTI is hot hatchback
The moment I sat in the 2007 Volkswagen GTI, I had flashbacks of exhilaration - going through the Blue Ridge Mountains in Virginia, driving Highway 1 in northern California.
Now at a mall near you: Massage
Close your eyes. Breathe deeply. Relax. Now ponder the meaning of massage.
Ferguson makes first of 'difficult' decisions
Bob Ferguson knows what 25-year-old rookie Jarrett Robertson felt Thursday afternoon, sitting in the Augusta Lynx coach's office on the first day of roster cuts.
Ferguson makes first of 'difficult' decisions
Aiken talks trash over litter problem
AIKEN - Some city and county residents need to clean up their acts, and local officials are searching for incentives to encourage them.
Relay to benefit military families
Across the area
Augusta State University President William A. Bloodworth Jr. announced during a meeting of his cabinet Thursday morning that he has been diagnosed with prostate cancer.
Moore stresses need for change
AIKEN - As Democrat Tommy Moore squeezed into a single-engine Cessna airplane Wednesday, what the image said about his gubernatorial campaign was clear to those who watched.
Columbia County hopefuls take stage
Eleven candidates vying for four elected positions touted their qualifications at a Thursday forum in Evans.
Moore stresses need for change
Across the region
PERRY, GA. - Gov. Sonny Perdue and Lt. Gov. Mark Taylor came out swinging in their first debate in the race for governor Thursday night before a raucous crowd at the Georgia State Fairgrounds.
21 residents displaced by fire
Investment in security
Jim Marshall, of Kirby Fahrion construction, descends a ladder Wednesday during the renovation of the former Augusta Federal Savings bank building on Broad Street. Augusta-based Emergency Services integrators, a company known as ESi that designs emergency centers and crisis management software, is investing more than $1 million to convert the 1920s-era building alongside Augusta Common into its headquarters.
Panel members clash over festival's future
First Friday might be rescued, but on Wednesday it was caught in a crossfire of dueling personalities when the Downtown Advisory Panel met to talk about its future.
Columbia County hopefuls take stage
Clay-pit ponds to become wetlands
Judge to rule on Few candidacy by Friday
Perdue-Taylor debate gets loud
PERRY, Ga. - Before a raucous crowd at the Georgia State Fairgrounds, Gov. Sonny Perdue and Lt. Gov. Mark Taylor came out swinging in their first debate in the race for governor.
Plans in motion for Kroc Center
Across the area
Richmond County sheriff's deputies arrested a man accused of threatening to kill children and injure adults Tuesday, and a report says he bashed a hole into a sheriff's office wall after being arrested.
Report disputes jobless figures
COLUMBIA - South Carolina's high unemployment rate, long the one asterisk to Gov. Mark Sanford's insistence that the state's economy is doing well, has to be wrong, a Wachovia senior economist said Wednesday.
Plans in motion for Kroc Center
The Salvation Army of Augusta has landed the building that will be the headquarters of the effort to build Augusta's Kroc Center.
Across South Carolina
WALTERBORO - Colleton County Sheriff's Deputy Jeff Scott used a Taser twice Monday on a cow threatening to cause an accident by wandering along a road, according to an incident report.
Judge to rule on Few candidacy by Friday
The city's best known former fire chief, who wants to be Augusta's next mayor, could learn whether he's still a contender by the end of the week.
National Hills will stay open, get funds
Impact fee raises concerns in Aiken
City to contract collections
Delinquent taxpayers in Richmond County can expect to hear from tax officials about their overdue accounts in coming months.
Aiken talks trash over litter problem
Lovely day for dog-walking
Matt Pernell, of Augusta, walks his dogs Choco (far right) and Chino along the lower portion of Riverwalk Augusta in downtown Thursday.
Grant allows collaboration on DNA study
Bananas in the Peach State?
Emma Lovett's neighbors call it a tiny miracle.
Few still on ballot
It's official: Ronnie Few will be on the Nov. 7 ballot.
National Hills will stay open, get funds
National Hills Elementary School parents came prepared to plead for the survival of their small neighborhood school.
Science center hits landmark
AIKEN - A string trio sent classical favorites through the air Thursday night to usher in the 20th anniversary of the Ruth Patrick Science Education Center at the University of South Carolina Aiken.
News you can use
Events scheduled for this week include:
Governor's plea
South Carolina Gov. Mark Sanford was the state's lone gubernatorial candidate to participate in Thursday's roundtable discussion at the NAACP's state convention in Augusta, where the organization has convened for the second time since boycotting the Palmetto State in 2000. Mr. Sanford asked the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People to end its economic boycott, saying "I think we can engage our energies in a more effective (way)."
Across the area
An Augusta man remained in jail late Wednesday after being accused of threatening a Georgia State Patrol trooper and his family.
Standoff leads to charges
A Burke County man was arrested early Thursday after a lengthy standoff and hostage situation, police said.
Awaiting a decision
Mayoral candidate Ronnie Few listens to arguments made by his attorneys during an appeal hearing. Woody Merry (right), who challenged Mr. Few's candidacy, also was present for the hearing. A decision on whether Mr. Few will be allowed to remain in the Augusta mayor's race is expected by Friday.
Grant allows collaboration on DNA study
The Medical College of Georgia will partner with the Georgia Institute of Technology and Emory University to study repairing DNA through a multimillion-dollar federal grant, university officials are planning to announce today.
Parents oppose merging schools
A business decision is being made without regard to its effect on education, National Hills Elementary School PTA President Tracy Symms said.
NAACP boycott to stand
South Carolina Gov. Mark Sanford asked the NAACP to end its economic boycott of the state Thursday, saying he doesn't think it is a productive way to protest the Confederate flag on statehouse grounds.
Across Georgia
ATLANTA - The principal of an elementary school in Atlanta has resigned in a controversy over her credentials.
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Mother, child die in wreck
A young Waynesboro mother and her 3-year-old daughter were killed in a Wednesday afternoon tractor-trailer wreck on Mike Padgett Highway, authorities said.
Ecology lab's budget in peril
AIKEN - The research arm that monitors the environment around Savannah River Site will likely have its already diminished budget slashed again - to less than a quarter of what it received last year.
Impact fee raises concerns in Aiken
AIKEN - Should the city adopt a traffic impact fee ordinance to finance an estimated $35 million-plus shortfall for transportation projects in the next 10 years? If so, should the impact fee cover 100 percent of the project costs? Or should the city find another way to pay for road improvements?
County's libraries expand offerings
Sarah Woyak made sure to visit the Columbia County Library this week to pick out some best sellers to quench her reading thirst.
Clay-pit ponds to become wetlands
They were dug decades ago to provide clay for brick and pottery - and then abandoned.
Woman attacked in January dies
A woman who was attacked in January and was left unable to care for herself died early this morning, officials said.
Authority says First Friday to continue
Kid of the Day
Stuart McCall, of Augusta, is today's kid of the day.
Cyclists also are on road
Mark Shrewsbury needed a way to fit some physical activity into his daily routine, so he decided to push a pedal rather than an accelerator.
Stabilized waste leaves SRS
AIKEN - The Department of Energy has successfully stabilized thousands of gallons of radioactive liquid at Savannah River Site, "achieving a major safety milestone," officials announced Wednesday.
Perdue-Taylor debate gets loud
Daycare owner faces DUI charge for fourth time
Rants and raves
DON'T YOU THINK it's time we started the draft again?
County's libraries expand offerings
Judge rules in favor of Few in eligibility dispute
Judge William M. Fleming Jr. has ruled in favor of Ronnie Few in a dispute over his eligibility to run for the Augusta mayor's office.
Man sought in Aiken robbery
The Aiken County Sheriff's Office is investigating a strong-arm robbery at Four Seasons, 3108 Whiskey Road in Aiken, late Wednesday night.
Decision without vote irks authority
Rants and raves
THIS IS IN RESPONSE to the writer who said, "Why do we have to do a nationwide search for a new superintendent?" Because Georgia is ranked 50th in the United States. We need to go to a state system in the top 10 and see what it's doing differently and what's working. Also, we don't need someone who owes somebody something because they play golf or they go to church with them. Retire the good old boy system.
News you can use
Don't let yourself get hungry! It takes fewer calories to prevent hunger than it does to deal with it if you let it occur. Consume 3 meals a day, with snacks between, as necessary, to keep hunger at bay.
Parents oppose merging schools
21 residents displaced by fire
Walking through the mushy, burned-out remains of her apartment home Wednesday afternoon, Tijuana Bates showed the only things she could salvage from an early-morning fire: a framed poster of people in prayer and a crimpled family portrait.
Decision without vote irks authority
Downtown Development Authority members were clearly unhappy Thursday with a leader's decision to cut ties with the popular First Friday event without taking a vote.
Rants and raves
THIS IS IN RESPONSE to the writer who said, "Why do we have to do a nationwide search for a new superintendent?" Because Georgia is ranked 50th in the United States. We need to go to a state system in the top 10 and see what it's doing differently and what's working. Also, we don't need someone who owes somebody something because they play golf or they go to church with them. Retire the good old boy system.
Relay to benefit military families
A frightfully long run on Friday the 13th will help military families whose loved ones are far from home this holiday season.
Across the Southeast
RALEIGH, N.C. - Former Lottery Commissioner Kevin Geddings is a "very crafty individual" who chose to deliberately withhold information about his work for a lottery company, a prosecutor said Wednesday during closing arguments in Mr. Geddings' federal fraud trial.
Report disputes jobless figures
Kid of the Day
J' nai Coach, of North Augusta, is today's kid of the day.
Daycare owner faces DUI charge for fourth time
ATLANTA - A Carrollton, Ga., daycare center owner was charged with driving drunk while at the wheel of a van with about a dozen children aboard, authorities said.
Few clear to run for mayor
Former fire chief Ronnie Few cleared a final hurdle Thursday in securing his place in the race to become the next mayor of Augusta.
Two men charged in invasion
Two south Augusta men were arrested Thursday morning after police said they invaded a home on Lumpkin Road.
Rants and raves
DON'T YOU THINK it's time we started the draft again?
Fire safety campaign launched
AIKEN - There's a right way to burn yard debris.
Panel members clash over festival's future
Fallen friend won't be forgotten
For three Burke County graduates, the 14th CSRA Classic isn't about the "Clash of the Tigers," the battle of the bands or the Foxie Posse tailgate party.
'Man of the Year' a political satire in need of a sharper wit
Mini reviews
All listings are subject to change. Call the theaters for times. For an online movie guide, go to augustachronicle.com/movies.
'Man of the Year' a political satire in need of a sharper wit
We've seen plenty of "Jon Stewart for president" bumper stickers, and it would be fun to see a straight-talking, scathingly satiric guy like him on the campaign trail against the usual suspects.
Song put Heartland on charts, hearts
The band Heartland from Huntsville, Ala., will perform its hit single, I Loved Her First, in concert tonight at Coyotes nightclub, 2512 Peach Orchard Road.
Sting trades rock for Renaissance
Sting trades rock for Renaissance
It's official, the last vestiges of Sting's rock star past have been eliminated.
Sonic Spotlight: Jim Perkins
Jim Perkins says his first show was at PJ's Coffee and Tea Cafe in Augusta in 2000.
Song put Heartland on charts, hearts
NASCAR Newsmaker: Brian Vickers
Riggs races to another pole position at Lowe's
CONCORD, N.C. - Scott Riggs remained perfect in qualifying at Lowe's Motor Speedway by winning the pole Thursday night for the third time this season.
NASCAR's Hollywood
MOORESVILLE, N.C. - The floors were swept and polished, the carpets cleaned. The racks in the gift shop were stuffed with shirts and jackets, the shelves stocked with souvenirs.
Chase will be copied by tour
HAMPTON, Ga. - The fact the PGA Tour has created a postseason that mirrors NASCAR's Chase for the Championship was hard to ignore Tuesday when Davis Love III was at Atlanta Motor Speedway promoting the tour's FedEx Cup.
NASCAR Newsmaker: Brian Vickers
Brian Vickers caused a stir last Sunday when he bumped Hendrick Motorsports teammate Jimmie Johnson into Dale Earnhardt Jr. on the final lap of the UAW-Ford 500. The bump sent the two leaders into the outside wall and Vickers to Victory Lane for the first time in his Nextel Cup Series career.
Riggs races to another pole position at Lowe's
CONCORD, N.C. - Scott Riggs remained perfect in qualifying at Lowe's Motor Speedway by winning the pole Thursday night for the third time this season.
Jackson is charged in confrontation
Indiana Pacers guard Stephen Jackson was charged with criminal recklessness Wednesday after last week's confrontation outside a strip club.
Jackson is charged in confrontation
Indiana Pacers guard Stephen Jackson was charged with criminal recklessness Wednesday after last week's confrontation outside a strip club.
Culpepper heads the list of duds
Injured end set to return to field
Bills' Vincent waits for request to be honored
Manning misses Colts practice to attend grandmother's funeral
Sally L. Askew (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Funeral Services for Mrs. Sally L. Askew, who entered into rest on October 10, 2006, will be conducted this Saturday October 14, 2006, at 2:30PM at First Ebenezer Baptist Church with Reverend Moses Anderson officiating. Interment will be in the Church Cemetery.
Madelyn G. Mcleod (EVANS, Ga.)
EVANS, Ga. - Mrs. Madelyn G. Mcleod age 80, wife of Charles E. Mcleod entered into rest at Doctor's Hospital on Tuesday October 10, 2006. Graveside services will be held on Friday October 13, 2006 at Westover Memorial Park at 11;00 am with Rev. David Trimmier, and Rev. Charlie Stakley officiating. Additional survivors include, one daughter, Carolyn McLeod Trimmier of Frost Proof, Fla.; two brothers, Billy Goodwin of Evans, and Skip Goodwin of Belvedere, SC; two sisters, Mary Hardin of Evans, and Cheri Lee of Daytona, FL; seven grandchildren, six great grandchildren, and one great great grandchild. Many nieces and nephews. Mrs. McLeod was a member of Our Redeemer Presbyterian Church. Madelyn retired from Sears & Roebuck after 35 years of service. She was a matron of the Eastern Star Local Chapter, and president of the Women in the Church Central Presbyterian Church of Georgia. Mrs. McLeod worked for the local Credit Bureau for many years. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Alzheimers Association of Augusta @ 1899 Central Ave. Augusta, GA 30904 The family will receive friends at the Funeral Home tonight Thursday October 12, 2006 from 6 until 8 p.m. Platt's Funeral Home, 337 N. Belair Rd. Evans, GA. 30809 706-860-6166 Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Delores Geiger (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest at the University Hospital, October 4, 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 Massey, 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. Funeral services will be held Saturday, October 14, 2006 at 3:00 p.m. from Greater Young Zion Missionary Baptist Church with Rev. Williams Blount and pastor, Rev. Al Robertson officiating. Interment will be in Cedar Grove Cemetery. The viewing will begin at 1:00 p.m. today. 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
Johnnie Williams (LOUISVILLE, Ga.)
LOUISVILLE, Ga. - Mrs. Johnnie Hazel Williams, 90, died Wednesday evening. Funeral services will be Saturday morning at 11:00 a.m. at Colemans Chapel United Methodist Church. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends Friday evening between the hours of 6 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Smith Funeral Home of Wadley in charge of arrangements.
Miguel A. Rivera (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. Miguel A. Rivera, husband of the late Mary D. Rivera, entered into rest on Tuesday, October 10, 2006 at Anne Marie Rehabilitation and Nursing Center. Graveside service will be held on Friday, October 13, 2006 at 3:00 p.m. at Mt. Olive Memorial Garden. Mr. Rivera was a native of Coamo, Puerto Rico. Survivors are one son, Miguel G. Rivera, Ft. Wayne, IN; daughters, Sonya (Mike) Paschal, Donna Rivera, Carmen Stevens, Augusta, Kimberly Blackshear, St. Petersburg, FL; brothers, Carmelo Rivera, Jr., Angel Rivera, Coamo, Puerto Rico; sisters, Elsa Rivera, Carmin Rivera, Lourdes Rivera, Coamo, Puerto Rico, Nilsa Ruiz, Queens, N.Y.; nine grandchildren; one great grandchild; mother-in-law, Fannie Mae Smith, Augusta; and other relatives. Family will receive friends from 1:45 to 2:45 p.m. at the funeral home on Friday prior to the service. Williams Funeral Home, 2945 Old Tobacco Road, Hephzibah, Ga. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
America Luke (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mrs. America Luke of Cummings Rd. entered into rest Tuesday, October 10, 2006 at the Medical College of Georgia. Funeral services will be held Saturday, October 14, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at Lampkin Grove Baptist Church, Evans, with Rev. Ricky Dent officiating. Burial will be at the church cemetery. Mrs. Luke was a native of Columbia Co., Ga. and a member of the Lampkin Grove Baptist Church. Survivors are three grandsons, Alvin McCladdie, Jr., Allerick (Monique) McCladdie, Alvardo McCladdie, Evans; three great-grandchildren, Alera McCladdie, Alana McCladdie, Allerick McCladdie, Jr., Evans; two stepsons, Scott (Annette) Rickerson, Horace (Dorothy) Luke, Evans; four stepdaughters, Eva Mae Marshall, Carrie Garnett, Whilamena (Robert) Freeman, Dorothy (George) McCladdie, all of Appling; two sisters, Margaret (Ollie) Leverett and Gertrude McCladdie, Evans; two brothers, Kasey (Corine) McCladdie, Joe McCladdie, Evans; one aunt, Francis McCladdie, Augusta; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Williams Funeral Home, 1765 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.
Sanka Mack (BELLE GLADE, FL)
BELLE GLADE, FL - Funeral services for Mr. Sanka Mack, Jr., 62, will be held Sat, Oct. 14, 2006 at 11:00 A.M. at the Jones Grove Baptist Church and Cemetery. Family maybe contacted at the residence of his sister, Dorothy Mack, 611 Walker St., Louisville. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Marisol Alvarez (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Ms. Marisol Alvarez, 49 of Augusta, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, October 12, 2006 at Heartland Hospice. Funeral services will be held at 3:00 PM on Friday, October 13, 2006 at Whole Life Ministries with the Dr. Sandra G. Kennedy officiating. Burial will follow in Westover Memorial Park. Survivors include her mother, Consuelo Montano of Augusta; one brother, Angel Cardona and wife Carmen of Evans; three nieces, Amaris Phillips of Houston, TX, Vimarie Rudge of Katy, TX and Angie Civalero also of Katy, TX; one nephew, Ricardo Cardona of Overpelt, Belgium; one great niece, Kylie Civalero of Katy, TX; one great nephew, Ryan Rudge of Katy, TX; and four dear cousins, Libertad Fraguada of Rio Piedras, Puerto Rico, Antonia Vazquez and Carmen Lopez both of Bayamon, Puerto Rico; and Gilberto Fraguada of Carolina, Puerto Rico. Ms. Alvarez was a devout Christian, loving daughter, sister and aunt who was committed to her family, church andfriends. She was an active member of Whole Life Ministries where she was involved in the youth ministry, the choir and also served as a lead usher. Ms. Alvarez was employed by Chart One at the Medical College of Georgia where she was the site supervisor for release of information. Pallbearers will be Ricardo Cardona, Danny Starling, John Knott, Herb Pemberton, Marvin Head and Gary Alexander. If so desired, memorials may be made to American Cancer Society, 2623 Washington Rd., F-104 Augusta, Ga. 30904. Platt's Funeral Home, 721 Crawford Ave., Augusta, Georgia, 30904. 706-733-3636. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Gertrude Wilds (NEW HAVEN, CT)
NEW HAVEN, CT - Mrs. Gertrude Wilds entered into rest on Sunday, October 8, 2006 in New Haven, CT. Funeral services will be held on Friday, October 13, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. at B.A. Williams Memorial Chapel with Rev. J.C. Phinizy officiating. Burial will be at Mt. Olive Memorial Garden. 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. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Alta Ruth Pinckney (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mrs. Alta Ruth Pinckney of Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd entered into rest Thursday, October 12, 2006 at the residence. Funeral arrangements will be announced later. Williams Funeral Home, 1765 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.
Jewel P. Rodd (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest at the University Hospital, October 10, 2006, Mrs. Jewel P. Rodd of Tate Rd. Survivors include a devoted husband, Mr. Alfred Rodd; daughter, Ms. Alfredia A. Rodd; adopted daughter, Sakenna X. Johnson; three grandchildren; sister, Mrs. Eleanor J. Sheldon, Phenix City, Ala.; brother, Mr. Woodrow Pearson, Sr., Hartford, Conn.; two sister-in-law, Mrs. Louise Middleton, Hampton, S.C., Mrs. Betty Pearson, Hartford; two brothers-in-law, Mr. David Middleton, Charleston, S.C., Mr. Sam Jennings, Hampton 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.
Charles B. Tomes (APPLING, Ga.)
APPLING, Ga. - Mr. Charles B. "C.B." Tomes entered into rest Wednesday, October 11, 2006 at Medical College of Georgia. Mr. Tomes worked as a truck and auto mechanic. He was of the Nazarene faith. Funeral services will be held Saturday, October 14, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. from Elliott Sons Funeral Home, Lumpkin Road Chapel with Reverend Rodney Bishop officiating. Burial will be held at Middleburg Cemetery, Middleburg, Kentucky. He is survived by his children, Bruce Tomes, Shelia Gaddy, Joey Tomes and Brad Tomes, all of Augusta; two sisters, Sue Reeves, Augusta and Betty Tomes, Lincolnton, Ga.; four grandchildren, Jose' Lee Tomes, Barry Hagger, Joni Moody and Joseph Tomes, all of Augusta. The family will receive friends Friday evening at Elliott Sons Funeral Home, from 7-9 p.m. at the Lumpkin Road Chapel. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to defray cost at Elliott Sons Funeral Home, 2524 Lumpkin Road, Augusta, Ga. 30906. Elliott Sons Funeral Home, 2524Lumpkin Road, Augusta, Ga. 30906 Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Paige Boardman (MIAMI, FL.)
MIAMI, FL. - Stephanie Paige Boardman, 25, passed away on Sunday, October 8, 2006 at her home in North Miami, Florida. Graveside services will be held on Saturday, October 14, 2006 at 11:00 AM at Summerville Cemetery with the Rev. Dr. J. Andrew Menger officiating. Paige attended schools in Florida, including Miami Country Day School. She is survived by her mother, Stephanie Boardman of South Beach, FL., her grandmother, Marilyn Kipple of Miami Shores, FL., and her uncle, Harold M. Boardman, Jr, and his wife, Carol, of Augusta. She was preceded in death by her father, Barney Dunbar Boardman. If so desired, memorials may be made to the Church of the Good Shepherd, 2230 Walton Way, Augusta, Georgia, 30904. Platt's Funeral Home, 721 Crawford Avenue.
Phillips Timmerman (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest on Wednesday, October 11, 2006, at Doctor's Hospital, Mrs. Helen Phillips Timmerman of Augusta. Mrs. Timmerman was a native of Augusta and lived here all of her life. She retired from Fort Gordon as a civil servant in the Photo Lab. She was a member of First Southern Methodist Church. Survivors include her daughter, Nancy "Brooksie" Woods of Augusta; brother, Marcus Phillips, Jr. and his wife Johnnie of Augusta; sisters, Margaret P. Thaxton of Cumming, GA, Mary P. Sapp of Jacksonville, FL and Betty P. Moore and her husband Harry D. of LaPorte, IN; granddaughter, Kayce Land and her husband Dallas and grandson Brandon Woods and four great grandchildren. Graveside services will be conducted today, Friday, October 13, 2006, 1:00 PM, in Westover Memorial Park with Rev. Bob Matthews officiating. Serving as pallbearers will be Brandon Woods, Dallas Land, Benny Cheek, Marcus Phillips, III, Rick Thaxton and James E. Thaxton, Jr. Family and friends are requested to assemble at the graveside at 12:45 PM. Thomas Poteet & Son Funeral Directors, 214 Davis Rd. Augusta, GA 30907 (706)364-8484.
Martha Gill Kennedy (ALLENDALE, S.C.)
ALLENDALE, S.C. - Mrs. Martha Gill Kennedy, 102, died Saturday, October 7, 2006. Funeral services will be held 12 noon Saturday, October 14, 2006 at Mt. Tabor Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Ervington Baptist Church Cemetery. Survivors are one daughter, one son, one sister, four grandchildren, four great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren. Cave Funeral Service, Inc.
Gussella Stewart (NEWARK, N.J.)
NEWARK, N.J. - Mrs. Gussella Stewart died Friday, October 6, 2006. Funeral services will be conducted on Saturday, October 14, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. at the Culbert Branch Baptist Church. Burial will be at Second Mt. Olive Baptist Church cemetery, Barnwell. The body will lie in state at the church, 10:00 a.m. until the hour of service. Family and friends may call the residence of Mr. Washington Ray, Sr., her brother, 124 Rays Rd., Williston, S.C. or Simmons Funeral Home of Williston, 803-266-7808.
L. George (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest at the Medical College of Georgia Friday, October 6, 2006, Miss Johnescia L. George. Miss George was a native of Augusta and a member of Smith Grove Baptist Church, Columbia County, Ga., of which Rev. Daniel Ramsey is pastor. She is survived by her parents, Mr. Johnny and Keely George; two sisters, Tatiana Luke and Shenelle Ross; two brothers, Kahlil George and Steven Ross; maternal grandmother, Ms. Rozella Beard; maternal grandfather, Mr. Eddie J. Luke; paternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Herman (Carrie) Farmer; and a host of uncles, aunts, great-aunts, great-uncles, other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be held 1:00 p.m. Saturday, from Beulah Grove Baptist Church with Rev. Daniel Ramsey officiating. Interment will be in South View Cemetery. Friends may call at the residence or at the funeral home. The Historic Dent's Undertaking Establishment Serving the CSRA since the 1800's. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
John Whitehead (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. John W. Whitehead, Sr. of Wallace Street entered into rest Thursday, October 12, 2006 at Eisenhower Army Medical Center. Funeral arrangements will be announced later. Survivors are three daughters, Linda Whitehead, Lithonia, Ga., Senora Whitehead Hampton, Ga. Lenore Whitehead (Sam) Whaley, Augusta; one son, John Whitehead, Jr., Augusta; one sister, Laura Wilson, Ft. Pierce, Fla.; two brothers, Edward Whitehead, Atlantic Beach, Fla. and Freddie Whitehead, St. Petersburg, Fla.; mother-in-law, Mary Wakefield, Arlington, Ga.; seven grandchildren; dear friend, Lillie Anthony, Augusta; a host of other relatives and friends. Williams Funeral Home, 1765 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.
America Luke (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mrs. America Luke of Cummings Rd. entered into rest Tuesday, October 10, 2006 at the Medical College of Georgia. Funeral services will be held Saturday, October 14, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at Lampkin Grove Baptist Church, Evans, with Rev. Ricky Dent officiating. Burial will be at the church cemetery. Survivors are three grandsons, Alvin McCladdie, Jr., Allerick (Monique) McCladdie, Alvardo McCladdie, Evans; three great-grandchildren, Alera McCladdie, Alana McCladdie, Allerick McCladdie, Jr., Evans; two stepsons, Scott (Annette) Rickerson, Horace (Dorothy) Luke, Evans; four stepdaughters, Eva Mae Marshall, Carrie Garnett, Whilamena (Robert) Freeman, Dorothy (George) McCladdie, all of Appling; two sisters, Margaret (Ollie) Leverett and Gertrude McCladdie, Evans; two brothers, Kasey (Corine) McCladdie, Joe McCladdie, Evans; one aunt, Francis McCladdie, Augusta; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Williams Funeral Home, 1765 Martin LutherKing, Jr. Blvd. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Barbara Richardson (SAVANNAH, Ga.)
SAVANNAH, Ga. - Barbara Ann Johnson Richardson departed this life on Saturday, October 7, 2006 at Medical College of Georgia - Augusta. Services will be 3:00 p.m., Saturday October 14, 2006 at Morrison Grove Baptist Church, Rev. R.L. Whitehead officiating. Survivors include her daughters, Regina Ednita (Jonathan Lee) Wimberly, Waynesboro, Ga. and Laverna Sharee Richardson, Statesboro, Ga.; mother, Mrs. Bonnie Dean Cook, Millen, Ga.; brothers, James L. Davis, Millen, Ga. and Marvin L. Davis, Augusta, Ga.; and a host of other relatives and friends. Dwight's Funeral Home, Inc, 326 Old Waynesboro Road, Millen, Ga. 478-982-1667. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
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 services will be held Thursday, October 12, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at Good Shepherd Baptist Church with Rev. Clarence Moore officiating. Burial will be in Southview Cemetery. The remains will lie in state at the church from 10:00 a.m. until the hour of service. Family and friends will assemble at the residence at 10:15 a.m. Williams Funeral Home, 1765 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.
James Fitts (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Funeral Services for Mr. James Alfred "Charlie" Fitts of Willow St., who entered into rest on October 7, 2006, will be conducted this Saturday October 14, 2006, at 11AM at Old Time Way Church with Reverend Mark Walden officiating. Interment will be at Walker Memorial Park. Friends may call the home of his sister Michelle Fitts of C.A. Reid Sr. Memorial Funeral Home
Duane Glisson (EVANS, Ga.)
EVANS, Ga. - Entered into rest October 10, 2006 at the residence. Mr. Duane Glisson, 49, husband of Teresa Glisson for 26 years. Funeral services will be held Friday, October 13, 2006 at 3:00 p.m. at First Baptist Church of Evans with Rev. Steven Spencer officiating. Mr. Glisson will lie-in-state one hour prior to service at the church. Interment in the church yard cemetery. Duane was born in Augusta and was a self employed builder. He served with honor in the U.S. Marine Corp for 13 years. He was stationed in the Philippines and Korea. He always remained one of "The Few, The Proud." Duane was a grower and builder. During his work hours he built decks, fences, remodeled rooms, painted, helped to build houses. During the growing season, he grew vegetables in his garden and flowers in his front year. He was one of those always busy people. Duane was a friend to many, a familiar sight at Wal-Mart or Ace Hardware, which is Isaiah's favorite store. He taught his grandson all about tools. If Duane had a tool, Isaiah had to have one too, miniature, of course. Isaiah and his papa were great buddies, and they loved each other dearly. He is survived by his wife, Teresa Glisson, Evans, Ga.; two sons, Richard Glisson, Philadelphia, MS and Joseph (Jeni) Glisson, Evans, Ga.; a daughter, Britanny (Chris) Glisson, Grovetown; a brother, Bruce Glisson, Augusta; a sister, Dr. Susan Glisson; two grandchildren, Isaiah Lopez and Isabelle Severson. Pallbearers will be family members. The family will receive friends at the funeral home today from 6-8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, gifts may be made to the educational fund for Duane's grandchildren. Isaiah Lopez or Isabelle Severson, care of June Glisson, P.O. Box 26, Evans, Ga. 30809. Thomas L. King Funeral Home, 124 Davis Rd, Martinez, Ga. 706-863-6747. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
D. Byron Burt (LOUISVILLE, Ga.)
LOUISVILLE, Ga. - Mr. D. Byron Burt, 60, of 106 Chinaberry Lane, Louisville, Ga., died Wednesday, October 11, 2006 at the Jefferson Hospital after a brief illness. A native of Athens, Ga. moved to Louisville, Ga. in 1969, Mr. Burt was a self-employed aerial applicator. He was a member and an elder of the Louisville Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church. He served on the Louisville City Council from 1991-2001, then in 2002 was elected Mayor of Louisville and was serving until his death. He owned and operated Burt's Aircraft Service for 30 years. He was a mason. Mr. Burt was also a wonderful husband and father. He is survived by his wife, Connie Pritchett Burt of Louisville; one son, Major Joel E. Burt and wife Vicky of Troy, Illinois; one daughter, Bonnie B. Jolley and husband Bobby of Normal, Illinois; three grandchildren, Sarah Ashley and Mason Byron Burt of Troy, Illinois and Burt Jefferson Jolley of Normal, Illinois; his mother, Mildred Saxon Burt of Winterville, Georgia; one brother, Dennis M. Burt of Anderson, S.C.; one sister Crystal Gabriel and husband Dan of Jasper, Georgia; and several nieces and nephews also survived. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, October 14, 2006 at the Louisville A.R.P. Church with the Reverend Will Anderson officiating. Interment will follow in the Louisville City Cemetery. The body will be taken to the church one hour prior to service. Visitation will be from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Friday evening. Pallbearers are Kenneth Bond, Brad Campbell, Phil Prichard, Adam Gabriel, Luke Gabriel, and Buddy Smith. Honorary pallbearers will be City Administrator and City Council, Elders of the Church, and Poponalins. Contributions may also be made to the Louisville Presbyterian Church. Southern Heritage Funeral Home in Louisville is in charge of the arrangements. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Willie James Walker (BALTIMORE, MD.)
BALTIMORE, MD. - Mr. Willie James "Fat Sam" Walker, 60, of Pentridge Road, Baltimore, departed this life on Sunday, October 8, 2006 at St. Joseph Hospital, Baltimore. The funeral arrangements are incomplete. The family will be receiving friends at the residence of his mother-in-law, Carrie Williams, 147 Jones Circle, Langley, S.C. Cheatham Funeral Homes, Inc., 3187 Augusta Rd. (Hwy. 421), Langley, S.C. (803) 593-0660.
George Porter (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - George Blair Porter, Sr. passed away Wednesday, October 11, 2006. He will always be loved by his wife, Eloise Herring Porter; son, George Blair Porter, Jr. and wife Diana Porter; his daughters, Janie Porter, Marlene Porter and Frankie Porter Braswell and her husband, Bobby Braswell Jr.; grandchildren, Kate Mills and husband Peter Kakaletris, Emmalyne Braswell and J.B. Braswell, James (Tara) Jones, Jason (Allison) Jones, Laura (Michael) Sigwald, Sarah (Joshua) Morris and Jacob Jones; 7 great-grandchildren; brother Oliver Porter. Mr. Porter served in the U.S. Army in WWII, was a retired sheet metal worker and loved being with his family, going to family reunions and camping with friends. Graveside services will be held Saturday, October 14, 2006 at Mizpah Methodist Church in Clyo, Ga. at 11:00 a.m. with Reverend Bobby Braswell Jr. officiating. The family will receive friends on Friday, October 13, 2006 from 6-8 p.m. at Elliott Sons Funeral Home, Lumpkin Road Chapel. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Mizpah Methodist Church in care of Lisa Sowell, 3889 Springfield Road, Newington, Ga. 30446. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Dave White (WAYNESBORO, Ga.)
WAYNESBORO, Ga. - The funeral services for Mr. Dave White will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday at New Birth Missionary Baptist Church with Rev. Willie James Jackson, Jr. officiating. Interment will be in Thompson Bridge Cemetery. A kind, loving and devoted family will cherish his memories. Phinazee and Son Funeral Home, (706) 554-5500.
Joe Ann Howard (BARTOW, Ga.)
BARTOW, Ga. - Mrs. Joe Ann Parker Howard entered into eternal rest on Sunday, October 8, 2006 in Bartow, GA. The funeral will be held on Saturday, October 14, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. at Tarvers Grove Baptist Church in Bartow, GA with Rev. J. C. Green officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Pallbearers are Anthony Strowbridge, Hosea Strowbridge, Kevin Grier, Walter Lee Jackson, Eugene Jackson, Ronnie Castleberry and Lester Jackson. Her survivors are her parents, Charleston, Sr. and Mattie Parker of Bartow, Georgia; one daughter, Jasmine Howard, Bartow, Georgia; one son, Johnnie Bractley, Jr., Bartow, GA; two sisters, Jennifer Parker and Phyllis (Alexander) Wilcher, Wadley, GA; two brothers, Stacey (Shannon) Parker, Stockton, CA and Charleston Parker, Jr., Bartow, GA and a host of nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, other relatives and friends. Hudson Mortuary, 144 Butts Street, Wadley, GA in charge of arrangements. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Christine Dailey (MILLEN, Ga.)
MILLEN, Ga. - Mrs. Christine Frawley Dailey, age 77, died Wednesday, October 11, 2006 at her residence. She was born in Screven County, a retired bookkeeper for Kaiser Chemicals and a member of the Scarboro Baptist Church. Mrs. Dailey was preceded in death by her husband, Oren Dailey, Sr. Graveside Services will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday at the Scarboro Cemetery. Survivors include her daughter and son-in-law, Patricia Ann (Charles) Oliver; a son and daughter-in-law, Oren (Linda) Dailey, Jr. both of Rocky Ford; two brothers, Alfred Frawley of Millen and Webster Frawley of Rocky Ford, four grandchildren, Jeffery Oren Dailey, Allison Berry, Jason Oliver, and Jennifer Wiggins; two great grandchildren, Amberly and Lawton Wiggins. Visitation will be Friday from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Crowe-Fields Funeral Home. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Duane Glisson (EVANS, Ga.)
EVANS, Ga. - Entered into rest October 10, 2006 at the residence. Mr. Duane Glisson, 49, husband of Teresa Glisson for 26 years. Funeral services will be held Friday, October 13, 2006 at 3:00 p.m. at First Baptist Church of Evans with Rev. Steven Spencer officiating. Mr. Glisson will lie-in-state one hour prior to service at the church. Interment in the church yard cemetery. Duane was born in Augusta and was a self employed builder. He served with honor in the U.S. Marine Corp for 13 years. He was stationed in the Philippines and Korea. He always remained one of "The Few, The Proud." Duane was a grower and builder. During his work hours he built decks, fences, remodeled rooms, painted, helped to build houses. During the growing season, he grew vegetables in his garden and flowers in his front yard. He was one of those always busy people. Duane was a friend to many, a familiar sight at Wal-Mart or Ace Hardware, which is Isaiah's favorite store. He taught his grandson all about tools. If Duane had a tool, Isaiah had to have one too, miniature, of course. Isaiah and his papa were great buddies, and they loved each other dearly. He was preceded in death by his father, Gene A. Glisson. He is survived by his wife, Teresa Glisson, Evans, Ga.; his mother, Betty June Glisson, Grovetown, Ga.; two sons, Richard Glisson, Philadelphia, MS and Joseph (Jeni) Glisson, Evans, Ga.; a daughter, Britanny (Chris) Glisson, Grovetown, Ga.; a brother, Bruce Glisson, Augusta, Ga.; a sister, Dr. Susan Glisson; and two grandchildren, Isaiah Lopez and Isabelle Severson. Pallbearers will be family members. The family will receive friends at the funeral home today from 6-8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, gifts may be made to the educational fund for Duane's grandchildren. Isaiah Lopez or Isabelle Severson, care of June Glisson, P.O. Box 26, Evans, Ga. 30809. Thomas L. King Funeral Home, 124 Davis Rd, Martinez, Ga. 706-863-6747.
Patricia Lynn Perdue (MEMPHIS, TN)
MEMPHIS, TN - Patricia Lynn Perdue, 40, entered into the arms of Jesus on September 27, 2006 that ended her pain and suffering. She was the daughter of the late Terry L. Perdue. Survivors include longtime companion, Rick Turner; two sons, Nicolas Calhoun and Isaiah Keller; a daughter, Jarraah Keller; two sisters, Pia Perdue Montford and Peggy Ahmet Perdue; two nieces and six nephews.
Dorothy Warthen (SWAINSBORO, Ga.)
SWAINSBORO, Ga. - Miss Dorothy Ann Warthen, 41, died Monday, October 9, 2006. Funeral services will be held Sunday, October 15, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. at the Swainsboro City Auditorium. Interment will be in the Swainsboro City Cemetery. She is survived by one daughter, two sisters and one brother. Mosley's Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Lamar Williams (WADLEY, Ga.)
WADLEY, Ga. - Mr. Lamar Williams entered into eternal rest on Friday, October 6, 2006 in Wadley, GA. The funeral will be held on Thursday, October 12, 2006 at 2:30 p.m. at Hudson Mortuary Chapel in Wadley, GA with the Rev. Herman Baker officiating. Burial will be in the Kingdom Life Cemetery, Wadley. Pallbearers are Johnny Collins, Walter Lee Jackson, Freddie Knight and Bobby Green. His survivors are his wife, Maggie Jackson Williams, Wadley, GA; father, Cleveland Williams, Jr., St. Petersburg, Fla.; a daughter (son-in-law), LaTasha W. (James) Morgan, Wadley, GA; two step daughters, Angie Jackson, Wadley, GA and LaTonya Jackson, Augusta, GA; a stepson, Lee Edward Jackson, Wadley, GA; four sisters (brothers-in-law), Minister Marie Brown and Marion (Rev. Tommie) Johnson, Wadley, GA, Katherine Swint, Louisville, GA and Lorraine Williams, Lakeland, FL; a brother (sister-in-law), Edward (Angerine) Williams, Lakeland, FL; an additional brother-in-law, three additional sisters-in-law and a host of grandchildren, other relatives and friends. Hudson Mortuary, 144 Butts Street, Wadley, GA in charge of arrangements.
Salomey Oglesby (PHILADELPHIA, Pa.)
PHILADELPHIA, Pa. - Mrs. Salomey Oglesby, 86, died Sunday, October 8, 2006. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, October 7, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at Mt. Zion A.M.E. Interment will follow in the Mt. Zion Church Cemetery. She is survived by her husband, Charlie Oglesby and her brother, John Oglesby. Mosley's Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Paige Boardman (MIAMI, FL)
MIAMI, FL - Stephanie Paige Boardman, 25, passed away on Sunday, October 8, 2006 at her home in North Miami, Florida. Graveside services will be held on Saturday, October 14, 2006 at 11:00 AM at Summerville Cemetery with the Rev. Dr. J. Andrew Menger officiating. Paige attended schools in Florida, including Miami Country Day School. She is survived by her mother, Stephanie Boardman of South Beach, FL., her grandmother, Marilyn Kipple of Miami Shores, FL., and her uncle, Harold M. Boardman, Jr, and his wife, Carol, of Augusta. She was preceded in death by her father, Barney Dunbar Boardman. If so desired, memorials may be made to the Church of the Good Shepherd, 2230 Walton Way, Augusta, Georgia, 30904. Platt's Funeral Home, 721 Crawford Avenue.
Lillie Mae Cobb (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest on October 11, 2006 at Doctors Hospital of Augusta, Mr. Lillie Mae Cobb of Downing Street. She was a member of Rehoboth Baptist Church, Columbia County, Ga. Funeral details will be announced by Dent's Funeral Home. She is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Maggie L. Jennings, Augusta and Mrs. Effie McGruder, Los Angeles; two sons, Tom Cobb, Appling and Mr. Eugene Cobb, Los Angeles; grandchildren and other relatives and friends. The Historic Dent's Undertaking Establishment Serving the CSRA Since the 1800's.
Cornelius Jeffcoat (FAIRVIEW, S.C.)
FAIRVIEW, S.C. - The funeral service for Mr. Cornelius Leo 'Shorty' Jeffcoat will be Friday at 3:00 p.m. in the Pine Grove Baptist Church. Among the survivors are son Patrick (Mary Ellen) Jeffcoat of Hephzibah, GA, and sister and brother-in-law Betty (Sonny) Mitchell of North Augusta. Visitation will be Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m. at Blizzard Funeral Home, Wagener, SC (803) 564-5333. An online register is available at www.blizzardfuneralhome.com .
Madelyn G. McLeod (EVANS, Ga.)
EVANS, Ga. - Mrs. Madelyn G. McLeod age 80, wife of Charles E. McLeod entered into rest at Doctor's Hospital on Tuesday October 10, 2006. Graveside services will be held today, Friday October 13, 2006 at Westover Memorial Park at 11;00 a.m. with Rev. David Trimmier, and Rev. Charlie Stakley officiating. Additional survivors include, one daughter, Carolyn McLeod Trimmier of Frost Proof,Fla.; two brothers, Billy Goodwin of Evans, and Skip Goodwin of Belvedere, SC, ; two sisters, Mary Hardin of Evans, and Cheri Lee of Daytona, FL; seven grandchildren, six great grandchildren, and one great great grandchild and many nieces & nephews. Mrs. McLeod was preceded in death by one son, Charles E. McLeod Jr. Mrs. McLeod was a member of Our Redeemer Presbyterian Church. Madelyn retired from Sears & Roebuck after 35 years of service. She was a matron of the Eastern Star Local Chapter, and president of the Women in the Church Central Presbyterian Church of Georgia. Mrs. McLeod was a member of the local Credit Bureau for many years. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Alzheimers Association of Augusta @ 1899 Central Ave. Augusta,GA 30904 Platt's Funeral Home, 337 N. Belair Rd, Evans, Ga. 30809. 706-860-6166
Robert Hayden (APPLING, Ga.)
APPLING, Ga. - Robert Lee 'Bob' Hayden, 68, husband of Harriett Faye Hayden, entered into rest Sunday October 8, 2006. Funeral services will be held at 4:00 PM on Thursday, October 12, 2006, at Bellevue Memorial Gardens Chapel with the Chaplain Alan Faulkner and Chaplain Wayne Bruner officiating. Entombment will follow in Bellevue Memorial Gardens Mausoleum with Masonic Rites. Honorary Pallbearers will be Harlem Police Department. Starling Funeral Home, Hwy 78, Harlem, Ga. - Email condolence to the family at starling@familink.com.
Walter Williams (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. Walter Williams of Laney Walker Blvd. entered into rest Wednesday, October 11, 2006 at the St. Joseph Hospital. Funeral services will be held Monday, October 16, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. at Cumming Grove Baptist Church with Rev. Joseph Williams, Sr. officiating. Burial will be in Mt. Olive Memorial Garden. Survivors are three daughters, Dorothy (James) Clemons, Cathy Williams, Debra (Michael) Kyler; four sons, Lawrence (Ruth) Williams, Michael (Gweneva) Williams, Ricky Williams and Rev. Joseph (Carmen) Williams; three sisters, Mamie Mavin, Hattie Williams and Alice Germany; one brother, Arthur (Martha) Williams; a host of grandchildren, other relatives and friends. Williams Funeral Home, Inc. 1765 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Beamon Lyman (SANDERSVILLE, Ga.)
SANDERSVILLE, Ga. - Mr. Beamon Lyman, Carver Street, Sandersville, died on Monday, October 9, 2006 at the Washington County Regional Medical Center, Sandersville. Memorial services will be held on Thursday, October 12, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. from the Chapel of the M.C. Smith Funeral Home, Sandersville, Ga. M.C. Smith Funeral Home in charge.
Earnestine Smith (SARDIS, Ga.)
SARDIS, Ga. - The homegoing service for Mrs. Earnestine Smith will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday at First Baptist Church with Rev. Jerome Herrington officiating. Interment will be in Beech Branch Cemetery. Her memories will forever be cherished by her loving and devoted family. Phinazee and Son Funeral Home, (706) 554-5500.
Teresa Medina (AIKEN, S.C.)
AIKEN, S.C. - Mrs. Teresa Brown Medina, 58, departed this life on Monday, October 9, 2006. Funeral services will be held Sunday, October 15, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. from the Smyrna Baptist Church, Salley, S.C. Friends may call at the residence or at Jackson-Brooks Funeral Home, Saturday, from 3 to 9 p.m. and at the church Sunday from 12 noon to 1 p.m. The family will receive friends Saturday from 7 to 9 p.m. Jackson-Brooks Funeral Home, Aiken, S.C.
Bobby J. Washington (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Funeral services for Mr. Bobby J. Washington, 42 for Dan Street, Augusta will be held Sat. Oct. 14, 2006 at 2:00 P.M. at the Shiloh C.M.E. Church and Cemetery. Mr. Washington was a native of Washington County. He was owner of S. and K Trucking. Survivors include his wife, Brenda Washington of Augusta; mother, Mary Washington of Davisboro; children, Shante' Grant of Augusta, Khamarris Washington and Keyanni Gibbons of Sandersville; siblings, Clinton (Deller) Washington, Teresa (Tyrone) Gonder of Dublin and Chalisa (Terry) Sampson of Davisboro; other relatives and friends. Family maybe contacted at the residence of his mother, 146 Breezy Hill Rd., Davisboro. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Annette Owens (BARNWELL, S.C.)
BARNWELL, S.C. - Annette Dyches Owens, died Tuesday, October 10, 2006 at her residence. Funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Friday at Mole Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Don McCormack, Rev. Leroy Dobson, and Rev. Charles Morris officiating. Burial will follow in the Barnwell County Memorial Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday evening at Mole Funeral Home, 803-259-3166.
Freddie Morgan (LOUISVILLE, Ga.)
LOUISVILLE, Ga. - Funeral services for Mr. Freddie Lee 'Peanut' Morgan, 46, of 1147 Foley St., Louisville, will be held Saturday, Oct. 14, 2006 at 4:00 P.M. at the Gordon Grove Baptist Church and Cemetery Family may be contacted at the residence of his sister, Thelma Reese, 1055 Wrens Lane, Louisville. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Del-Nard Foard Derby (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Del-Nard "Del" Derby, 87, entered into rest Monday, October 9, 2006 at Kentwood Nursing Home. Del believed in the power of prayer, served the Lord with gladness all the days of her life, and brought the joy of the Lord to countless others. She was married for 50 years to the late Major (ret) Richard "Dick" George Derby, who preceded her in death in 1993. Del is survived by her only child, Richard "Rick" Stephen Derby of Atlanta, GA and two dearly loved pet "grand" dogs, Zac and Dexter. A native of Charlotte, NC, as a military wife Del resided in several locations, to include Taipei, Taiwan, before the family settled in Augusta in 1962. She was a much loved kindergarten teacher for 23 years in the preschool programs of Trinity-on-the-Hill United Methodist Church and then at Covenant Presbyterian Church. She also loved and nurtured many other young children serving as a live-in weekend nanny for those children while their parents traveled. She and her family joined Trinity-on-the-Hill UMC in 1962 and over the last 40 years she has been very active in many church programs and groups, to include being a very devoted member and past president of the Damren Sunday School Class, and serving as one of the first volunteer receptionists at the church office beginning in the mid 1980's and continuing until very recently. Additionally, Del was one of the first presidents and organizers for Augusta's annual Children's Week celebration, served as PTA president at Copeland Elementary School, and was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star, Tanglewood Garden Club, and GA-LINA Emmaus Community, Bagelettes Reunion Group. Del was preceded in death by her parents, Anna Pearl Parker and Grover Welsh Foard, Sr. of Charlotte, NC; brother: Grover Welsh Foard, Jr. and sisters: Donna Gray Foard Faggart and Joanne Parker Foard Jordan. Her surviving extended family includes one sister-in-law; two brothers-in-law; one niece; and four nephews and their families, all residing in North Carolina. Funeral services will be conducted at Trinity-on-the-Hill UMC on Monte Sano Avenue, (today) Thursday, October 12, 2006 at 11:00 A.M., with Dr. Steve Dobson and Reverend Greg Hatfield officiating. Serving as pallbearers will be Steve Jernigan, Riland Hunter, Mike Watts, Don Smith, Chris Strals and Mike Castleberry. Honorary pallbearers will be members of the Damren Sunday School Class and members of the GA-LINA Emmaus Community. Del's large "family" of beloved friends, neighbors, and the Bagelettes Reunion Group, will be seated with her son and other extended family members present. Interment will follow the funeral service in Westover Memorial Park. For those preferring to make memorial gifts, please do so to Trinity-on-the-Hill UMC, 1330 Monte Sano Avenue, Augusta, GA 30904. Thomas Poteet and Son Funeral Directors, 214 Davis Rd., Augusta, GA 30907 (706) 364-8484.
Gertrude Wilds (NEW HAVEN, CT)
NEW HAVEN, CT - Mrs. Gertrude Wilds entered into rest on Sunday, October 8, 2006 in New Haven, CT. Funeral services will be held on Friday, October 13, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. at B.A. Williams Memorial Chapel with Rev. J.C. Phinizy officiating. Burial will be at Mt. Olive Memorial Garden. Mrs. Wilds was a native of Augusta and had lived in Connecticut for 40 years. Survivors are her husband, Robert Wilds; 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.
Nora Reames (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mrs. Nora Mincey Reames, 88, of Rollins Road and wife of the late Mr. Carl Reames entered into rest Monday, October 9, 2006 at the residence. Funeral services will be held Thursday at 3:00 P.M. from the chapel of Chance & Hydrick Funeral Directors with Reverend Nevil Smith officiating. Interment will follow in Hillcrest Memorial Park. Grandsons will serve as pallbearers. Mrs. Reames was a native of Baxley, Ga. and daughter of the late James and Ophelia Groomes Mincey. She was a member of Piney Grove Baptist Church and a retired cloth inspector with United Merchants. Survivors include one son and daughter-in-law Pete and Diane Boone of Belvedere, S.C.; two daughters and son-in-law, Joyce Mock of North Augusta, Montine and Harold Huffman of Augusta; one brother, Horace Mincey of Georgetown, S.C.; twelve grandchildren, twenty-one great-grandchildren, five great-great-grandchildren, nine step-children, many step-grandchildren and step-great-grandchildren. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Thursday from 1:00 P.M. until the hour of the service. Memorial contributions may be made to the Piney Grove Baptist Church 5060 Mike Padgett Highway, Augusta, Georgia 30906. Chance & Hydrick Funeral Directors 2502 Richmond Hill Road, Augusta, Georgia 30906.
David Harper (SPARTA, Ga.)
SPARTA, Ga. - Mr. David Harper, 51, of Hancock Heights, Sparta, died Saturday, October 7, 2006 at his Sparta residence. Survivors include spouse, Annie L. Scott of Sparta; six sisters, Elnora Harper, Daisy Mosley, Lucy Warren, all of Chester, Pa., Buerina Lancpley of Elneford, N.Y., Mary Harper of Milledgeville, Ga., Mae J. Lundy of Sparta; six brothers, Lovett, Joseph, Roosevelt and Frank Harper, all of Sparta, Willie Harper of Mt. Vernon, N.Y. and Jesse Harper of Milledgeville. Services will be held Saturday, October 14, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. at Hunts Chapel AME Church.
Walter Williams (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. Walter Williams of Laney Walker Blvd. entered into rest Wednesday, October 11, 2006 at the St. Joseph Hospital. Funeral arrangements will be announced later. Survivors are three daughters, Dorothy (James) Clemons, Cathy Williams, Debra (Michael) Kyler; four sons, Lawrence (Ruth) Williams, Michael (Gweneva) Williams, Ricky Williams; one brother, Arthur (Martha) Williams; a host of grandchildren, other relatives and friends. Williams Funeral Home, Inc. 1765 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.
Miguel A. Rivera (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. Miguel A. Rivera, husband of the late Mary D. Rivera, entered into rest on Tuesday, October 10, 2006 at Anne Marie Rehabilitation and Nursing Center. Graveside service will be held on Saturday, October 14, 2006 at 12 noon at Mt. Olive Memorial Garden with Rev. Clyde Hill, Sr. officiating. Mr. Rivera was a native of Coamo, Puerto Rico. Survivors are one son, Miguel G. Rivera, Ft. Wayne, IN; daughters, Sonya (Mike) Paschal, Donna Rivera, Carmen Stevens, Augusta, Kimberly Blackshear, St. Petersburg, FL; brothers, Carmelo Rivera, Jr., Angel Rivera, Coamo, Puerto Rico; sisters, Elsa Rivera, Carmin Rivera, Lourdes Rivera, Coamo, Puerto Rico, Nilsa Ruiz, Queens, N.Y.; nine grandchildren; one great grandchild; mother-in-law, Fannie Mae Smith, Augusta; and other relatives. Family will receive friends from 10:45 to 11:45 a.m. at the funeral home on Saturday prior to the service. Williams Funeral Home, 2945 Old Tobacco Road, Hephzibah, Ga.
Phillips Timmerman (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest on Tuesday, October 10, 2005, at Doctor's hospital, Mrs. Helen Phillips Timmerman of Augusta. Mrs. Timmerman was a native of Augusta and lived here all of her life. She retired from Fort Gordon as a civil servant in the Photo Lab. She was a member of First Southern Methodist Church. Survivors include her daughter, Nancy "Brooksie" Woods of Augusta; brother, Marcus Phillips, Jr. and his wife Johnnie of Augusta; sisters, Margaret P. Thaxton of Cumming, GA, Mary P. Sapp of Jacksonville, FL and Betty P. Moore and her husband Harry D. of LaPorte, IN; granddaughter, Kayce Land and her husband Dallas and grandson Brandon Woods and four great grandchildren. Graveside services will be conducted on Friday, October 13, 2006 , 1:00 PM, in Westover Memorial Park with Rev. Bob Matthews officiating. Serving as pallbearers will be Brandon Woods, Dallas Land, Benny Cheek, Marcus Phillips, III, Rick Thaxton and James E. Thaxton, Jr. Family and friends are requested to assemble at the graveside at 12:45 PM. The family will receive friends this evening, Thursday, from 6 until 8 PM at Thomas Poteet & Son Funeral Directors, 214 Davis Rd. Augusta, GA 30907 (706)364-8484. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Dorothy Wright (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mrs. Dorothy Wright of Lee Street entered into rest Sunday, October 8, 2006 at her residence. Funeral services will be held Saturday, October 14, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. at D'Antignac Street Church of Christ with Bro. Roland Cumbee officiating. Burial will be at Southview Cemetery. Mrs. Wright was a native of Ft. Lauderdale, Fla., a member of Church of Christ. She was a graduate of Paine College and Augusta State where she received her Master's Psychology. She was employed at Gracewood Hospital and retired from DFACS Georgia Regional Hospital and was presently employed at Walton Options. 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 granddaughter, Moneica Maverick; two aunts, Jennie (Gary) Collins, WillieAnn Jackson; uncles, Charles Beale, West Palm Beach, Fla., James (Rosa) Dunn; great-aunt, Rev. Bessie McCRAy, Rego Park, N.Y.; special friends, Verdella Butler, Cecelia Thompkins and Frenchie Taylor and a host of other relatives and friends. Williams Funeral Home, 1765 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Angela Vining-Reyes (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mrs. Angela Vining-Reyes entered into rest on Tuesday, October 10, 2006 at University Hospital, beloved wife of Mr. Armando Reyes. Mrs. Reyes was a native of Augusta. She was a hotel manager and a member of Stevens Creek Community Church. Additional family members include her son, Mateo Reyes of Evans; two stepchildren, Erik and Stephanie Reyes; mother, Harriett Vining of Evans; brother, Shane Vining and his wife Leah and their son Tyler of Grovetown; Mother-in-law, Maria T. Reyes; sister-in-law, Belen Velez and brother-in-law, Manuel Reyes, Jr. Mrs. Reyes was preceded in death by her father, Cecil E. Vining and her grandparents, Gladys and Howard Floyd and Henry and Kate Vining. Funeral services will be conducted on Friday, October 13, 2006, 2:00 PM, in the Chapel of Thomas Poteet & Son with Dr. Marty Baker officiating. Interment will follow at Bellevue Memorial Gardens. If so desired, memorials in Angela's name may be made to the Women's Breast Foundation of the American Cancer Society, 2623 Washington Rd., Suite F-104, Augusta, GA 30904. The family will receive friends on Thursday evening, 6 to 8 PM at Thomas Poteet & Son Funeral Directors, 214 Davis Rd. Augusta, GA 30907 (706)364-8484. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Caroline Carter (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mrs. Caroline Carter entered into rest Wednesday, October 11, 2006. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced at a later date by Elliott Sons Funeral Home, Lumpkin Road Chapel.
Betty Boettjer (BEECH ISLAND, S.C.)
BEECH ISLAND, S.C. - Funeral services for Mrs. Betty Louise Cain Boettjer will be held this afternoon at 2 o'clock at Hatcher Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Langley, SC, with Pastor Dan Hill and Pastor Herb Sons officiating. Interment will follow in Pine Grove Cemetery, Bath, SC. Friends may call at the home of Byron Boettjer, 142 Boettjer Rd., Beech Island, SC. Hatcher Funeral Home & Cremation Service, U.S. Hwy. No. 1, Langley, SC.
Valerie Gregory (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mrs. Valerie Byrd Gregory of Strother Drive entered into rest Thursday, October 12, 2006 at the Medical College of Georgia. Funeral arrangements will be announced later. Survivors are one daughter, Tammie Byrd, Augusta; mother, Mary Byrd, Cheraw, S.C.; two sisters, Stephanie (David) Davis, Waynesboro, Ga. and Stacy Robinson, Ruby, S.C.; three brothers, Bruce Byrd, Augusta, Warren Byrd, Cheraw, S.C. and Robert Maldonado; one grandchild; and other relatives and friends. Williams Funeral Home, 1765 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.
Jack Beasley (STAPLETON, Ga.)
STAPLETON, Ga. - Mr. Jack Beasley, entered into rest October 8, 2006 at Glendale Nursing Home. Funeral services is incomplete will be announce later. James Funeral Home- Wrens, GA.
Chiquita R. Lynn (SPARTA, Ga.)
SPARTA, Ga. - Mrs. Chiquita R. Lynn, 30, of Boland Street, Sparta, died Monday, October 9, 2006 in an auto accident in Sparta. Survivors include husband, Fairlie Lynn; children, Dominique Hogan, Akita and Kaliyah Lynn; mother, Barbara Hill; grandparents, Bessie M. Rocker, Lillie M. Daniel; sisters, Carmeka Rogers, Cursheena Devereaux and Johnesia Giles, all of Sparta; brother, Carlos Rocker of Athens, Ga., Jaime Birdsong of Sparta and Curtis Scott of Delaware. Services will be held Saturday, October 14, 2006 at 3:00 p.m. at New Beulah Baptist Church. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Larry Taylor (BATH, S.C.)
BATH, S.C. - Entered into rest Monday, night, October 9, 2006 at his home Mr. Larry Arnold Taylor, 49, of Bath, SC, beloved husband of Mrs. Sonja Barringer Taylor. Funeral services will be held Saturday, afternoon, October 14, 2006 at 2 o'clock at Southside Baptist Church, Gloverville, SC, with Pastors Jack Scott and Mike Massaro. At his request Larry will be cremated following the funeral service. Friends may call at the home of Sonja Taylor, 359 Piney Heights Rd., Langley, SC or at the home of Jane Beasley Taylor, 265 Railroad Ave., Bath, SC The family will receive friends Friday, evening, October 13, 2006 from 6 until 8 o'clock at Hatcher Funeral Home & Cremation Service, U.S. Hwy. No. 1, Langley, SC.
Mark Barrington Cave (BARNWELL, S.C.)
BARNWELL, S.C. - Mr. Mark Barrington Cave, 33, died Sunday, October 8, 2006. Funeral services will be held 12 noon Saturday, October 15, 2006 at St. John Baptist Church, 1600 St. John Road, Barnwell, S.C. Burial will follow in Hope Memorial Park Inc. Wake services will be held Saturday, October 14, 2006 at 7:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Cave Funeral Services, Inc. Cave Funeral Services, Inc., Allendale, S.C.
Gloria Craig (AIKEN, S.C.)
AIKEN, S.C. - The funeral service for Ms. Gloria Atkinson Craig will be Friday, October 13, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at Hollow Creek Baptist Church in Aiken, S.C. The family will receive friends at the son's (Darrell L. Craig) residence in Windsor, S.C. or tonight, Thursday, October 12 from 7 to 9 p.m. at Napier Funeral Home. Ms. Craig will be placed in the church one hour prior to the service. Napier Funeral Home, 315 Main St., Graniteville, S.C. 29829.
Gus Wilder (BELVEDERE, S.C.)
BELVEDERE, S.C. - Funeral Services for Mr. Emanuel A. "Gus" Wilder, Jr., 83, of Larry Dee St., Belvedere, SC, who died October 10, 2006, will be conducted this Thursday morning at 11:00 o'clock from First Christian Church of Belvedere. Rev. Thomas F. Shreve and Rev. Susan Galasso officiating. Interment in Pineview Memorial Gardens. Pallbearers will be Clay Wilder, Ted Flanders, Dennis Johnson, Jamie Johnson, Wendell Amerson and Billy Smith. Memorials may be made to the First Christian Church of Belvedere, 208 Verdery Avenue, Belvedere, SC 29841. Stephen D. Posey Funeral Home of North Augusta in charge of arrangements (803-278-1181). Visit the registry at www.poseyfuneralhome.com .
Thomas J. Williams (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
HEPHZIBAH, Ga. - Mr. Thomas J. Williams, 79, of Railroad Avenue, entered into rest on Sunday, October 8, 2006 at Medical College of Georgia. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, October 14, 2006 at Thankful Baptist Church, Blythe, Ga. with Rev. George Williams and Rev. Martris Mims officiating. Burial will be at Doyle Grove Baptist Church Cemetery, Blythe. Mr. Williams, a native of Richmond County, retired from Babcock Wilcox-Albion Kaolin Mine after 40 years of loyal service. "T.J." sang bass along with his younger brother, Leroy, in the Gospel Moon Quartet. For many years, "T.J." owned and operated Williams Sanitation of Hephzibah. 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, Ray (Theresa) Williams, James E. Williams, Augusta; three sisters, Dorothy W. Yerby, Helen Griffin, Augusta, Ruby W. Tennial, Memphis, Tenn; five brothers, Percy (Flora) Williams, Willie (Essie) Williams, Franklin (Charron) Williams, Augusta, Lonnie J. Williams, East Orange, N.J., Bobby Williams, Memphis; sisters-in-law, Angie Bryant, Maybelle Williams, Hephzibah, Clancey (John) Berry, Sarah (Robert Lee) Burton, Cleveland, Ohio; brother-in-law, Henry Simmons, Jacksonville, Fla.; 12 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. The family will receive friends from 6 to 7 p.m. tonight at the funeral home. Williams Funeral Home, 2945 Old Tobacco Road, Hephzibah, GA. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Charles B. Tomes (APPLING, Ga.)
Chiquita R. Lynn (SPARTA, Ga.)
Phillips Timmerman (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Gertrude Wilds (NEW HAVEN, CT)
Walter Williams (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Valerie Gregory (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Miguel A. Rivera (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Gertrude Wilds (NEW HAVEN, CT)
Barbara Richardson (SAVANNAH, Ga.)
Phillips Timmerman (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Lillie Mae Cobb (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Madelyn G. McLeod (EVANS, Ga.)
Martha Gill Kennedy (ALLENDALE, S.C.)
Johnnie Williams (LOUISVILLE, Ga.)
Bobby J. Washington (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Betty Boettjer (BEECH ISLAND, S.C.)
Angela Vining-Reyes (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Thomas J. Williams (HEPHZIBAH, Ga.)
Annette Owens (BARNWELL, S.C.)
Beamon Lyman (SANDERSVILLE, Ga.)
Mark Barrington Cave (BARNWELL, S.C.)
Willie James Walker (BALTIMORE, MD.)
Del-Nard Foard Derby (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
D. Byron Burt (LOUISVILLE, Ga.)
Patricia Lynn Perdue (MEMPHIS, TN)
Freddie Morgan (LOUISVILLE, Ga.)
Cornelius Jeffcoat (FAIRVIEW, S.C.)
Dorothy Warthen (SWAINSBORO, Ga.)
Madelyn G. Mcleod (EVANS, Ga.)
Miguel A. Rivera (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Marisol Alvarez (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Walter Williams (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Gussella Stewart (NEWARK, N.J.)
Christine Dailey (MILLEN, Ga.)
Salomey Oglesby (PHILADELPHIA, Pa.)
Caroline Carter (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Alta Ruth Pinckney (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Earnestine Smith (SARDIS, Ga.)
Taekwondo student hones skills for overseas study
New leaders of 'Pack keep the streak alive
New leaders of 'Pack keep the streak alive
For the 11th consecutive year, Greenbrier's Lady Wolfpack are the queens of softball in Columbia County.
Taekwondo student hones skills for overseas study
Eloise Hodges has noticed a change in her 10-year-old granddaughter, Deanna, in recent months.
Overtime
In Aiken, No. 10 Florida Gulf Coast halted USC Aiken's six-game winning streak, stopping the Pacers 3-1 on Thursday night in a tight non-conference match.
Overtime
In St. Simons Island, Ga., defending champion Diane Lang will take on Anna Schultz in today's 18-hole final of the USGA Senior Women's Amateur at Sea Island Golf Club.
Culpepper heads the list of duds
Everybody should be aware of the dangers of Friday the 13th.
Bills' Vincent waits for request to be honored
Troy Vincent expects the Buffalo Bills to grant his wish to be released by the end of this week.
Manning misses Colts practice to attend grandmother's funeral
COLTS: Two-time MVP Peyton Manning missed the first regular-season practice of his nine-year career Wednesday so he could attend his grandmother's funeral in Mississippi.
Injured end set to return to field
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. - John Abraham pulled up his No. 55 jersey to about armpit level, as if he was trying to slip back into practice for the Atlanta Falcons without being noticed.
Candlewyck a hit at Aiken bluegrass festival
Candlewyck a hit at Aiken bluegrass festival
You don't have to tell Chris Emerson that his bluegrass band, Candlewyck, needs to burn its candle at both ends.
Can you find it?
This week's image has been drawing crowds for special events for years. If you think you know where it is, call (706) 823-3708 and leave your name, area code and telephone number, and how to spell your name. Please be specific.
Pastel draws up plans for expansion in Aiken
As Pastel on Central in Augusta nears its second anniversary, Cheryl Grace hopes her newest project across the Savannah River will have its own success.
Upcoming
Historic Augusta Inc. will hold a reception and lecture at 6 p.m. today at the Boyhood Home of Supreme Court Justice Joseph R. Lamar, 415 Seventh St.
Recreation activities
Aerobics and Steps classes are offered from 6:30 - 7:45 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays at Bernie Ward Community Center.
Milestones
Dr. Lynn M. Tucker, a surgeon who practices at University Hospital, has received a three-year appointment as Cancer Liaison Physician for the University Hospital Cancer Program to the Commission on Cancer of the American College of Surgeons in Chicago.
BMX racer gets early start to fast life of track
At an age when most children are trying out their first bicycles with training wheels, Hayden McPeake wanted to ride a two-wheeler on his own.
Calendar
The Broadway in Augusta Series presents Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat today at Bell Auditorium.
Reunions
Westside High School class of 1996 is seeking classmates for a 10-year reunion October 20-21.
Recycling
Augusta Steel and Metal, 1468 Gordon Highway, (706) 733-2099; takes nonferrous metals (copper, brass, lead, stainless steel and radiators).
Across the river
A cancer seminar will be held at 1 p.m. on Friday at the University of South Carolina Aiken Science Building.
Photo: Sign of remembrance
The Augusta Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution held a wreath-laying ceremony Sept. 15 for the 219th anniversary of the signing of the U.S. Constitution. In attendance were Will Few (from left), Emma Kate Few and Sam Few. Will is a seventh-generation nephew of William Few Jr., one of the Georgia signers of the Constitution.
Correction
Information with a photo in the Oct. 5 edition of the Richmond County Neighbors should have said that Lady Bug the clown can be reached at www.ladybugtheclown.net. The Chronicle regrets the error.
For the record
Indictments, paroles, DUI sentencings, juvenile sentencings and marriage license applications.
Fort Gordon's Oktoberfest is well-received by public
Showing moral support for his family and friends who are members of the German Friendship Club was one of the main reasons Manuel Terronez said he spent the weekend at Fort Gordon's Oktoberfest.
Photo: Golden Harvest announces officers
Golden Harvest Food Bank recently announced its officers for fiscal year 2007. The officers include Kirk Stiles (from left), outgoing chairman; JoAnn J. Herbert, corporate secretary; Gary L. Snyder, vice chairman; William R. Thompson, chairman; and David C. Crews, treasurer. Not pictured are board members Phil Gaffney, Helen Sapp Godbee, Honor Hartzog and the Rev. K.B. Martin.
Dancers to raise money for food bank
Beverlee Nichols has noticed a change in her dancers during the past few years.
School menus
Richmond County school lunch menus.
Opera students do more than singing for university's Oktoberfest
Kira King is a little bit nervous about Augusta State University's upcoming Opera Oktoberfest, but not because she is performing.
Opera students do more than singing for university's Oktoberfest
Dancers to raise money for food bank
Fort Gordon's Oktoberfest is well-received by public
BMX racer gets early start to fast life of track
Pastel draws up plans for expansion in Aiken
Photo: Golden Harvest announces officers
Fallen friend won't be forgotten
Tattoos leave colorful mark on Hollywood's body of work
Early end appears cowardly to public
British actor is not afraid to step into Capote role
'Motel' guest helps boy learn about love, connection
'Dragon Quest' will please all players
Dogs' defense on hot seat
ATHENS, Ga. - Georgia's defense will take the same 13-step program into Saturday's home game against Vanderbilt that it used last week against Tennessee.
Tattoos leave colorful mark on Hollywood's body of work
Once an enthusiasm deemed suitable for only sailors and hard-time convicts, the tattoo has enjoyed a renaissance in recent years.
Early end appears cowardly to public
Perhaps it's just me, but I believe quitting while you're ahead is for suckers.
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