Meetings
Meeting schedule of organizations in the CSRA.
In our community
The mission of the Aiken Center for the Arts Volunteers is to foster partnerships for the growth of an arts community and to provide arts education, cultural activities and art opportunities that enrich the quality of life in Aiken.
Playhouse youth wing members will direct in festival
Through the Aiken Community Playhouse Youth Wing, teenagers have the chance to experience other aspects of theater besides acting.
Photos: The great pumpkin contest
At top left, Above, Lucy Powell (left), 11, and Kaylee Rushton, 9, work on their pumpkins. At left are some other entries in the contest. [CAPTION]
Aiken County ballot
The following is an Aiken County ballot that voters will see in the Nov. 7 election.
Fair art competition winners
The following is a list of winners from the 33rd annual Georgia-Carolina Fair:
Police bookings
These are the bookings for the Aiken County Detention Center for Oct. 13-20. Suspects are innocent until proved guilty:
In Pictures
Maryann Zeliznak took this photo of Nazareth, a Chesapeake Bay retriever, while on an outing at Langley Pond. She called her photo The Other Fun at Langley Pond - Not Rowing.
Calendar
The Dupont Planetarium presents 'The Voyager Encounters' at 7 and 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday.
Spotted in Carolina
For more photos. log on to The Augusta Chronicle's photo blog at spotted.augusta.com.
Churches act together to help needy
The longtime effort of one church to help the less fortunate has grown to include 28 churches this year in a massive fundraiser for the nonprofit Area Churches Together Serving.
Reunions
The North Augusta High School Class of 1991 is seeking classmates for a 15-year reunion on Friday, November 24.
Pet of the week
Robyn, a 6-month-old female mixed breed, is available for adoption through the CSRA Humane Society. Adoptions are from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Wednesdays and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays at the organization's headquarters, 425 Wood St., Augusta.
Sobering display
With the help of a driving under the influence simulator, Aiken Technical College students received a crash course in drinking and driving.
Events
Camping reservations for coastal state parks should be made by telephone, mail or in person at least 14 days before occupancy dates for a minimum of four nights during the week or three nights on weekends.
Halloween treats are plentiful
There will be Halloween festivities to enjoy Tuesday - even treats from city and county officials.
Voices from the street
What is your fondest Halloween memory from childhood?
Across the river
A memory walk will take place at 9 a.m. on Saturday at Lake Olmstead Stadium on Milledge Road in Augusta.
Seniors calendar
The Seniors Calendar lists items of interest to senior citizens.
Restaurants help Aiken SPCA raise some bucks for its animal shelter
"Just a Buck Will Change Their Luck!" is the slogan for a new fundraising campaign, Meals for Mutts, the Aiken County Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals launched recently.
Fair photography competition winners
The following is a list of winners from the 33rd annual Georgia-Carolina State Fair:
Lack of focus might be diet-related
Before school started, I was excited about making my lunch. Yes, that's right - not my students or my classroom, but my new micro-fiber, hot-pink lunchbox and mini Tupperware sets.
Where we worship
Rev. Phillips says he urges his members to reach "just one more" in their efforts to bring others into the faith.
Athlete Spotlight: Kristen Williams
Playing the role of a setter was a major challenge for Kristen Williams at the beginning of the volleyball season.
Five questions with Pamela Jung
Pamela Jung is the public relations coordinator for the Aiken County Guardian ad Litem program, which provides court-appointed special advocates to children. She has been a guardian ad litem volunteer for 10 years.
Health calendar
The Health Calendar is a listing of support groups, activities and lectures.
Around the block
Halloween Spook-Tacular will continue at 7 nightly through Tuesday at Hole-N-One Miniature Golf and Games, 3197 Whiskey Road, Aiken. Ghouls and goblins will be at every hole of the miniature golf course.
Rants and raves
PLEASE TELL Dr. Lonnie Randolph Jr., the president of the South Carolina chapter of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, that protesting South Carolina's having the Confederate flag on state grounds, by holding its meetings in border states, is pretty ambiguous to me. Tell him to drive around Augusta's schools. Last I knew, the "flag" was flying high at Wheeless Road Elementary, for example.
Quality education is not all about finances
I read with interest Vickie Simons' column in Sunday's (Oct. 22) newspaper, since she is running for the school board seat I am vacating. I also am familiar with her views on other topics, having heard her speeches before the school board over the past four years.
Library resources
Aiken County library locations, phone numbers and operating hours.
Recreation schedules
Aiken County Parks, Recreation and Tourism Department is seeking instructors for classes that include knitting, crocheting, karate, aerobics, pilates, yoga and more.
Ex-Brave Niekro, dies from aneurysm
Former major league pitcher Joe Niekro, Houston's career victory leader, died Friday, Astros president Tal Smith said. He was 61.
Tigers acquire taste for October
Brandon Inge struck out, put his head down and slowly walked away from the plate. The Tigers could do nothing but stare at the St. Louis Cardinals on Friday night as they celebrated a championship that baseball's losingest team since 1994 thought it was going to win.
Tigers acquire taste for October
Lesson has been learned from Series
Busch Stadium had pretty much cleared out by midnight. Just a couple hundred fans remained, hoping to personally greet the World Series champion St. Louis Cardinals.
Lesson has been learned from Series
Foxhounds will run in Aiken next spring
AIKEN - Release the hounds, the Aiken Foxhounds. So came the announcement Friday in Aiken from the South Coast League, which unveiled the nickname and logo of the local baseball team that will begin play in the first-year independent pro league next spring.
Foxhounds will run in Aiken next spring
Ex-Brave Niekro, dies from aneurysm
St. Louis takes World Series
ST. LOUIS - Favored by few, the St. Louis Cardinals used an unlikely cast of characters to win their first World Series in nearly a quarter century.
Peek-A-Boo can brighten any day
Brie Nicole
AUGUSTA- Robert and Amanda Watkins of North Augusta, are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Brie Nicole, born September 12, 2006 at Doctors Hospital in Augusta.
Schuyler Alexander
AUGUSTA- Mya A. West and Donte' R. Safford, both of Augusta, are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Schuyler Alexander, born on September 30, 2006 at University Hospital in Augusta.
Marcie Lyn Hadden
AUGUSTA - Randy and Stephanie Hadden of Avera, Ga., are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Marcie Lyn, born September 20, 2006, at St. Joseph Hospital in Augusta.
Brie Elizabeth Blackwell
AUGUSTA - Brian and Diane Blackwell of Augusta, are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Brie Elizabeth, born October 3, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Samuel James Shepherd
AUGUSTA - John and Krysten Shepherd of Martinez, are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Samuel James, born September 19, 2006, at St. Joseph Hospital in Augusta.
Roberts, Timothy
AUGUSTA - Timothy and Yvette Roberts, Sr. of Thomson, are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Timothy Roberts, born September 23, 2006, at St. Joseph Hospital in Augusta.
Jesse James Reddick
Randy David and Holly Lynn Reddick of Augusta, are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Jesse James, born September 18, 2006, at St. Joseph Hospital in Augusta.
Evelyn Luanne Maddox
AUGUSTA - Eric and Jessica Maddox of Harlem, are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Evelyn Luanne, born September 28, 2006, at St. Joseph Hospital in Augusta.
Seth Joseph Brian Rouzan, Jr.
AUGUSTA - LaKeisha Renee Miller and Seth Joseph Brian Rouzan, Sr. of Augusta, are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Seth Joseph Brian, born on September 17, 2006, at St. Joseph Hospital in Augusta.
Christopher Scott Jackson
AUGUSTA - Christopher and Megan Jackson of Augusta, are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Christopher Scott, born September 21, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Davion Eugene Hill
AUGUSTA - Kenyatta Denisha Harris and Walter Eugene Hill of Augusta, are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Davion Eugene, born on September 22, 2006, at St. Joseph Hospital in Augusta.
Landon Edward Waits
AUGUSTA - Ronald and Amanda Waits of Augusta, are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Landon Edward, born on September 14, 2006, at St. Joseph Hospital in Augusta.
Seth Thomas Balkcum
AUGUSTA - John and DeAndre' Balkum of Augusta, are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Seth Thomas, born October 5, 2006, at St. Joseph Hospital in Augusta.
Johanna Danielle McGrath
AUGUSTA - John and Doerthe McGrath III of Augusta, are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Johanna Danielle, born September 25, 2006, at Doctor's Hospital in Augusta.
Matthew Christian Williams
AUGUSTA - Henry and Patrice Williams of North Augusta, are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Matthew Christian, born October 6, 2006, at St. Joseph Hospital in Augusta.
Porter James Carroway
AUGUSTA - Chad and Hope Carroway of North Augusta, are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Porter James, born on October 2, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Kailyn Elisabeth
AUGUSTA - Charles and Keely Seider of North Augusta, are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Kailyn Elisabeth, born August 11, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Raven Cassandra Washington
AUGUSTA - Robert and Trenisha Washington II of Augusta, are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Raven Cassandra, born October 5, 2006, at Doctors Hospital in Augusta.
Daley Brandon Hitt
AUGUSTA - Douglas and JanJee Hitt of North Augusta, are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Daley Brandon, born October 3, 2006, at St. Joseph Hospital in Augusta.
Justin Emmanuel Jackson
AUGUSTA - Reggie and Crystal Jackson of North Augusta, are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Justin Emmanuel, born September 6, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Dawson Wyatt Smith
AUGUSTA - Nicole Marie Allen and David Edward Smith, both of Martinez, are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Dawson Wyatt, born September 15, 2006, at Doctors Hospital in Augusta.
Brooks Clark Dickinson
AUGUSTA - Nicholas and Anna Dickinson II of Augusta, are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Brooks Clark, born October 11, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Hailey Marie Castle
AUGUSTA - Jackie Huckaby and Robert Caslte, both of Edgefield, are pleased to announce the birth of their daughter, Hailey Marie, born October 13, 2006, at University Hospital in Augusta.
Tre'Veon Kalib Hankerson
AUGUSTA - Yolanda NaTasha Hankerson and Latravious Lamont Green of Augusta, are pleased to announce the birth of their son, Tre'Veon Kalib, born September 21, 2006, at St. Joseph Hospital in Augusta.
Biz bites
If you'd rather see the sun rise than set when you put in overtime, make sure that your boss knows, advises one executive from Spherion, a recruiting and staffing company.
Used cell phones receive new life
DEXTER, Mich. - With the number of cell phones in use worldwide hitting 2.5 billion and rising, recycled phones are playing a growing role in the spread of wireless communications across the developing world, where land lines can be costly or unavailable.
Grant to help Graniteville job creation
GRANITEVILLE - Job creation is on the minds of residents of this community, which is trying to recover from this year's shutdown of Avondale Mills.
Business calendar
- Saturday: Augusta National Association of Social Workers' unit workshop Maintaining Health within the Healer; seminar on coping with stress and maintaining balance in a stressful profession; 8 a.m., Walton Rehabilitation Hospital Main Building; members free, nonmembers $30; registration required; contact Houston Lirette at bubba4@knology.net or (706) 790-1152.
Used cell phones receive new life
Reeves Construction expands presence in Augusta
Reeves Construction Co. has acquired APAC Southeast Inc.'s Augusta division, giving the company an even larger presence in the area's highway construction market.
Medical sector lifts the veil on cost, quality data
Biz bits
The Aiken-based parent of Security Federal Bank on Friday announced an 8 percent increase in second quarter earnings.
Property transfers
Here are the Richmond County property transfers for Oct. 12-18. The date indicates when the transfer was recorded in the clerk's office:
Grant to help Graniteville job creation
Medical sector lifts the veil on cost, quality data
In today's information-on-demand society, consumers can comparison-shop for nearly every product or service they buy, from homes and appliances to the clothes on their backs.
Many young adults find health benefits too costly
Wider canal to benefit ports
SAVANNAH, Ga. - Although the people of Panama might not have had Georgia on their minds when they overwhelmingly approved a $5.3 billion expansion of their canal Sunday, you can be sure Panama's voters were on the minds of plenty of Georgians, especially those with business interests tied to the state's ports.
Many young adults find health benefits too costly
As insurance premiums continue to climb, twentysomethings on a tight budget often make a tough gamble: Either shell out money for health coverage or hope that being young and healthy is enough to get by.
Reeves Construction expands presence in Augusta
On the move
- B. Karen Chrjapin has joined the Columbia County Chamber of Commerce as the director of programs. She was previously employed by PostNet. She has more than 14 years of experience as a Columbia County business owner and recently served on the chamber's board of directors and as co-chairwoman of the Ambassador Committee.
Republicans descend on Augusta
Republicans descend on Augusta
It was a big week for Republicans.
Bowden keeps title dreams
COLUMBIA - Clemson coach Tommy Bowden thinks the Tigers are still a championship-caliber club, despite playing their worst game of the season in a 24-7 loss at Virginia Tech.
Beavers snap Trojans' Pac-10, road win streaks
Turns out No. 3 Southern California was vulnerable. Oregon State capitalized on four turnovers to upset the Trojans 33-31 on Saturday, snapping Southern Cal's 27-game Pac-10 winning streak and breaking the national championship race wide open.
Buckeyes pummel Gophers
Ohio State's defense is proving that experience is overrated.
SEC roundup
Brandon Cox passed for a season-high 253 yards and a touchdown and John Vaughn kicked three second-half field goals to help No. 7 Auburn slip by Mississippi 23-17 on Saturday.
Southern Conference roundup
Kevin Richardson scored four touchdowns to give Appalachian State a 40-7 win over Furman on Saturday afternoon.
Top 25 roundup
Turnovers were turning into touchdowns, a freshman quarterback was running wild and star running back P.J. Hill was sitting out with a sore neck.
ACC roundup
Riley Skinner threw a 39-yard touchdown pass to Ken Moore and Jon Abbate intercepted a pass in the end zone to seal No. 24 Wake Forest's 24-17 victory over North Carolina on Saturday.
Beavers snap Trojans' Pac-10, road win streaks
Ready or not, here he comes!
Ted Kennedy couldn't even get the man's name right last year, calling him "Osama." Yet, only two years into a U.S. Senate career, he's something of a rock star and nearly a household name. Oprah gushes over him. He's been called the United States' Nelson Mandela and one of the 10 people best situated to change the world.
Send Helen to Atlanta
It's a rebuilding year for Augusta politics. One of Richmond County's greatest challenges in the next few years will be to rebuild the political clout it once held under a Democratically controlled state government
Climate change
The climate in Augusta is great - and getting better. The warm, natural disaster-resistant climate was the No. 1 reason New Jersey-based global business solutions provider Automatic Data Processing Inc. announced Friday it would be opening a 1,000-job facility here next year.
Return Max Burns
There are many reasons why voters in Georgia's redrawn 12th Congressional District should elect Max Burns to the U.S. House of Representatives next month, but this is the most telling: That seat, now held by Democrat John Barrow, could determine which party controls the lower chamber.
Copenhaver warrants big win
He's unassuming, soft-spoken and eminently humble. Yet, Mayor Deke Copenhaver has been a quiet storm that seems to have changed the very climate in Augusta.
Eagles lose first game in Charleston in 10 years
There was a time when Georgia Southern was tough to catch. These days, the Eagles are doing the chasing.
Win will all but sew up division for Jackets
ATLANTA - Georgia Tech plays for a championship today. Yes, the calendar reads October.
Jackets seize the moment
A spot in the Atlantic Coast Conference Championship game is now within Georgia Tech's grasp.
Eagles lose first game in Charleston in 10 years
Win will all but sew up division for Jackets
Choi's up by a shot again
K.J. Choi made a 10-foot birdie putt on the 18th hole to finish the third round of the Chrysler Championship the same way he started, with a one-shot lead over Ernie Els and two others.
Choi rides near-ace to lead at Chrysler
PALM HARBOR, Fla. - K.J. Choi took double bogey and called it a good experience. He nearly made an ace on what he called a bad shot. It added up to 5-under-par 66 that gave him a one-shot lead after a wild Friday in the Chrysler Championship.
Choi rides near-ace to lead at Chrysler
Golf roundup
Jim Thorpe stayed steady while the other contenders lurched up and down the leaderboard Saturday, finishing the third round of the Charles Schwab Cup Championship with a two-stroke lead over Jay Haas, Tom Kite and Loren Roberts.
Tigers too much for hurting Eagles
Strom Thurmond wins region title
Tigers too much for hurting Eagles
PLAY OF THE GAME: Ahead by only six in the second quarter, Swainsboro quarterback Rashad James picked a perfect time to throw his first pass of the game - on fourth-and-goal from the Josey 5-yard line - for the Tigers' second touchdown of the night. The score pumped up the Tigers defense, which went on to shut out the home team.
Dogs romp in rain
Big plays made the difference in the Harlem mud Friday night. Thomson fullback LaBrandon Hudson broke free for touchdown runs of 64, 80 and 11 yards to propel his team to a 25-0 win over Harlem at The Junkyard.
Lady Wolfpack end title run
An 11-0 blowout loss to Class AAAA No. 3 Sequoyah ended Greenbrier's softball season Saturday in the closing rounds of the Class AAAA state tournament.
Power goes out on Laney
Some Laney players exited the locker room Friday night holding up four fingers. In normal circumstances, that signifies a team claiming rights to the fourth quarter. Not this rainy night.
Hornets dump Yellow Jackets
PLAY OF THE GAME: Willie Simpkins hauled in a 26-yard pass, Aiken's only one in the game, from backup quarterback Marcel Harley with two defenders draped over him. On the next play, Cortez Abney scored from the 4 for the Hornets' first touchdown late in the first quarter.
Prep capsules
MONETTA - Ridge Spring-Monetta wrapped up the Region 4-A championship Friday night with a 12-6 victory over Calhoun County
Strom Thurmond wins region title
Strom Thurmond coach Lee Sawyer wasn't sure why he worried about his team being ready to play Saturday afternoon at Midland Valley, a day after the regular-season finale had been scheduled.
Hudson carries load for 'Dogs
HARLEM - Big plays were the difference in the Harlem mud on Friday night. Thomson fullback LaBrandon Hudson broke free for touchdown runs of 64, 80 and 11 yards propelling his team to a 25-0 win over Harlem at The Junkyard.
Prep rewind
The Silver Bluff Bulldogs capped their best regular season since 2001 - when they won the state championship - with an easy 33-2 win over rival Barnwell on Friday night in Petticoat Junction.
Spartans grind out win
PLAY OF THE GAME: Lined up in the shotgun at the Razorback 7-yard line, Glenn Hills quarterback Michael Evans rolled right and looked to throw. Unable to find an open receiver, Evans tucked the ball and beat a pursuing defender to the corner and dove into the end zone for the game's only score.
A place at the top
Former Josey High School football player Deon Grant stands behind a framed version of his old jersey, which was retired during a ceremony Friday night.
Tanksley delivers for Pats
It was only fitting for Melvin Tanksley to play one of the best games of his high school career.
Silver Bluff wins region
PETTICOAT JUNCTION - The Silver Bluff Bulldogs are region champions once again. Senior Lawrence Boyd rushed for 117 yards and three touchdowns, and Silver Bluff's defense and special teams did the rest as the Bulldogs routed Barnwell 33-2 to claim their first Region 5-AA title since 2003 in a downpour at The Bluff on Friday night.
Prep football score recap
A recap of this week's Georgia and South Carolina high school football action.
Crown goes to Lady Cavs
The showdown at Augusta Prep began when the Augusta Prep Lady Cavaliers faced off with the Pinecrest Academy's Lady Paladins through a volleyball net. It ended with Augusta Prep's first state title.
Friday's high school scores
Scores from area games
Thrashers' next foe one win from NHL record for best start
BUFFALO, N.Y. - When the season began, the Buffalo Sabres confidently declared their championship aspirations with a simple motto: "One team, one goal."
Thrashers end Sabres' streak
Kari Lehtonen and the upstart Atlanta Thrashers put an end to the Buffalo Sabres' bid for an NHL record start.
Thrashers' next foe one win from NHL record for best start
Peek-A-Boo can brighten any day
If they ever ask me to name a favorite sport, my brow will wrinkle. I'll frown and look off in the distance for a moment.
Keep Copenhaver
Mayor Deke Copenhaver is a great ambassador for Augusta and the state of Georgia. This humble Christian man has brought calmness and some sense of peace in the commission meetings.Eugene C. Jones, Hephzibah
Will 'they' attack here? When Iraqis fly
I've been hearing people saying that if our troops pull out of Iraq we'll be fighting "them" in the streets of the United States and of lovely Augusta.Nathan Kirby, Augusta
Extend sales tax for better schools
As president of the Richmond County Citizens Oversight Committee for Good Schools, I strongly endorse and support the extending of the education 1-percent sales tax. This extension for a five-year period will allow us to continue our building program to expand our schools, classrooms and athletic facilities.Jeffrey L. Foreman, Augusta
Baseball downtown?
If anyone thinks that a downtown/riverfront minor league baseball stadium would not be a boon to downtown and to the entire area, I invite them to visit Memphis, Tenn., or Akron, Ohio, and see what their downtown stadiums did for their cities!Brad Usry, Augusta
Vote for competency in this election
Recognize our 'faces of caring'
Most of us remember someone who helped us during difficult times - a grandparent, a special teacher, even a stranger who became a friend. The recollections of these "faces of caring" bring comfort and calm in the midst of crisis.Linda Trout, R.N., Augusta
Will 'they' attack here? When Iraqis fly
Endorsement or ad?
In reference to your endorsement of David Roper for Superior Court judge in the Augusta Judicial Circuit: I respect a newspaper's right to make endorsements on the editorial page; but even I can recognize an editorial endorsement that looks like and reads like a paid political advertisement. Shame on you. I would have expected more from the Fourth Estate.George Alexander, Aiken, S.C.
Recognize our 'faces of caring'
We all must keep our city beautiful
Extend sales tax for better schools
We all must keep our city beautiful
The Concerned Citizens Beautification Group is deeply concerned about the appearance of our streets and highways near the areas we work and live in Augusta. As we travel along the streets and highways in south Augusta, we are concerned with the tall grass in the medians, grass growing over the curbs, and trash along the streets. Because of budget cuts and other city priorities, the CCBG wants to be proactive and take immediate action to beautify our streets and highways.Mary Stewart, Augusta
Vote for competency in this election
Thanks to a deceiving and devious strategy based on lies, fear-mongering and corruption, the Bush administration has taken our country to an abyss with almost no hope for a full recovery.Joaquin Godoy, Aiken, S.C.
Born to be a judge
David Roper has served as legal counsel to Crowell & Co., Inc. and Keystone Homes, Inc. during the 14 years I have worked for the two companies. During that time I have worked closely with David on many issues. He is one of the smartest men I know. His ethical behavior is always exemplary.Mark L. Gilliam, Martinez
Let dinner guests know that table has seating only for those invited
Summerville house isn't past its prime
Summerville house isn't past its prime
George and Nicci Bush knew they wanted to live in the historic Summerville district of Augusta when they began house shopping about two years ago.
Let dinner guests know that table has seating only for those invited
Dear Carson: My dining room table seats only four couples. What do I do if a guest asks whether she may bring another couple? - Thrown a Curve
Living briefs
You might not have carved the pumpkin yet, but The Augusta Chronicle is already looking ahead to holiday meals, parties and celebrations.
The monster within
OK, so you've got two days to reinvent yourself. Maybe not completely, but at least on Halloween you have an excuse to become a different person - or thing or animal or fantastical creature.
Elections preparation under way
Elections preparation under way
Long before the first voter casts a ballot Nov. 7, Elections Director Lynn Bailey has a to-do list that is not for the faint of heart.
Perdue's campaign manager is arrested for DUI
ATLANTA - Gov. Sonny Perdue's campaign manager was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol Wednesday night, according to police and the Perdue camp.
Across the southeast
WEST PALM BEACH, FLA. - Authorities investigating the slaying of a family of four along a Florida highway said Friday that the father was probably involved in drug trafficking and that the person they suspect in the slaying was in custody.
Georgia combined sample ballot
Across South Carolina
RICHMOND, Va. - A federal appeals court ruled Friday that a descendent of a Confederate officer, not the state of South Carolina, owns more than 440 original Civil War letters valued at $2.4 million.
Head U.S. accountant tours nation to warn of future crisis
Across the area
C.T. Walker Traditional Magnet School will hold a rededication of its renovated school next week.
Vietnam veterans take helm of groups
Across Georgia
TOCCOA - A 14-year-old boy who disappeared after he was last seen on horseback around Currahee Mountain in the Lake Russell Wildlife Management Area in northeast Georgia has been found safe.
News you can use
Activities and events scheduled for today include:
Republicans focusing on state for House seat gains
Bush rallies troops in Charleston
Poll says Barrow, Burns in tight bid
Kid of the Day
Today's Kid of the Day is Michael T.C. "Mike-Mike" Elam of Augusta.
Candidates work to gain support in large region of diverse voters
Boat travels 160 miles after being severely damaged
Somewhere on a serpentine stretch of the Savannah River, deep into its wilderness, David Kinsey heard his boat, the Avocet, scuffle with something from the river floor and lose.
New Ellenton may decide to be a city
New Ellenton may decide to be a city
Maybe image is everything. New Ellenton residents will have a chance to decide how they want to be viewed by others - and by themselves - with a Nov. 7 general election ballot question.
Noise complaints prompt talks, tests
Holley aide says he is owed funds
Democratic congressional candidate Terry Holley's campaign manager resigned two weeks ago, saying Mr. Holley's campaign against U.S. Rep. Charlie Norwood is foundering so badly that Mr. Holley couldn't afford to pay his salary.
Rants and raves
Comments from readers:
Ravenel fined for funding troubles
COLUMBIA - State treasurer candidate Thomas Ravenel has paid a $19,500 fine after the Federal Election Commission found he didn't file reports properly for his failed 2004 Republican bid for the U.S. Senate.
Officials announce ADP arrival
Officials find fair ride safe
A ride at the Georgia-Carolina State Fair from which a 13-year-old girl was thrown Thursday night can resume operation, state inspectors said Friday.
Fort Gordon to gain two facilities
Steady rain usually means that turning over dirt on a new construction site is postponed.
Kids compete in a race of their own
Correction
- An item on 1B of Friday's Metro section in The Augusta Chronicle listed the incorrect price for the unlimited-rides tickets for Friday night at the Georgia-Carolina State Fair. The tickets cost $20 on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. They cost $15 Monday through Thursday nights.
Republican group pans Sanford before election
COLUMBIA - About a dozen Republicans spent time Thursday talking about why they would rather have a Democrat in the Governor's Mansion than re-elect Gov. Mark Sanford.
Enrollment at schools will climb
Stand Down event gives leg up
Jessie Milton has a hat that proudly proclaims him a veteran of Operation Iraqi Freedom, with a Purple Heart in the center symbolizing the medal he won.
Holley aide says he is owed funds
Officials announce ADP arrival
Standing before nearly 100 local business leaders and officials Friday morning, Gov. Sonny Perdue announced that New Jersey-based Automatic Data Processing Inc. will arrive in Augusta with several hundred jobs by early next year.
Heard at the fair
Watch the video to get a close-up look at cows, part of the livestock exhibition at the Georgia-Carolina State Fair in Augusta.
On the ballot
On Nov. 7, voters will be asked to weigh in on three proposed amendments to the state Constitution and six referendums dealing with changes to the state tax laws.
Heard at the fair
Watch the video to get a close-up look at cows, part of the livestock exhibition at the Georgia-Carolina State Fair in Augusta.
Georgia combined sample ballot
A list of candidates and races that will be on the ballot in Georgia for November 7. For full coverage, visit our election site at www.augustachronicle.com/election/
Where we live
A weekly snapshot of the interesting people and places that make up the Augusta area.
Democrat leaving nothing to chance
Riding for a reason
Cheryl Gay Brookman was sick from cancer all over her body and weakened by the brain radiation that doctors tried using to kill it. But she saddled up and got on her horse anyway.
Rants and raves
Comments from readers:
Fort Gordon to gain two facilities
Head U.S. accountant tours nation to warn of future crisis
David M. Walker sure talks like he's running for office. "This is about the future of our country, our kids and grandkids," the comptroller general of the United States warns a packed hall at Austin's historic Driskill Hotel. "We the people have to rise up to make sure things get changed."
Photo: Extinguishing the competition
Perdue didn't report purchase of property
Gov. Sonny Perdue failed to disclose his 2004 purchase of more than 100 acres in Houston County, which ultimately masked an apparent conflict of interest when the state decided not to purchase an adjacent wildlife preserve, a newspaper reported Saturday.
Rants and raves
Comments from readers:
Few try to ride Orbiter
There were no lines Saturday to get on the Orbiter, a state fair attraction that three days ago flung a 13-year-old girl from one of its swirling buckets and sent her to the hospital with head injuries.
Candidates work to gain support in large region of diverse voters
The campaign trail is a long one in state Senate District 23, but both candidates said they have been hitting it hard heading into the Nov. 7 election.
Boat travels 160 miles after being severely damaged
Enrollment at schools will climb
The crowded hallways of Greenbrier High School will likely become tighter before Columbia County school officials open a new high school to alleviate the situation.
Republican group pans Sanford before election
Bush rallies troops in Charleston
Under a warm sun and clear blue autumn skies, thousands of Air Force personnel in combat fatigues cheered President Bush on Saturday as he told them that if the nation doesn't win the war on terrorism, the fight will return to American soil.
Judicial change to come
If you haven't attended one or more of the candidate forums, one of the many fund-raisers or just about any public or civic event in the past couple of months, you have missed hearing the Superior Court judge candidates speak for themselves.
Perdue didn't report purchase of property
Kids compete in a race of their own
Nine-year-old Steven Sheets has a simple explanation for his success each year at the Aiken Fall Steeplechase.
Across Georgia
A judge has asked the Supreme Court of Georgia to review the case of a man who pleaded guilty to killing three of his ex-girlfriend's relatives and his own infant daughter.
Candidates make cases for booming, failing economy
Across the area
About 20 people attended a Saturday meeting between Parents United, a group of parents with children attending Richmond County schools, and a top school official, voicing numerous concerns about the school district.
Across South Carolina
The director of the state Transportation Department has written an opinion piece accusing state Transportation Commission Chairman Tee Hooper of trying to destroy the agency's reputation so the governor could take it over.
Victim says trooper should be in jail
News you can use
83RD GEORGIA-CAROLINA STATE FAIR: Augusta Exchange Club Fairgrounds, Fourth and Hale streets, Augusta; admission costs $7; parking is $5; gates open 4 p.m. Monday-Friday, 10 a.m. Saturdays and noon Sundays
Shoe collection's fate uncertain
Ronnie Carpenter keeps trying on solutions for her dilemma - what to do with a collection of 1920s shoes that are still in their original boxes.
Perdue's campaign manager is arrested for DUI
Republicans focusing on state for House seat gains
MACON, Ga. - Republicans urgently working to counter expected losses in this year's elections are turning to friendly territory in the Deep South.
Shoe collection's fate uncertain
Noise complaints prompt talks, tests
Noise recently has caught the ears of Columbia County commissioners, spurring late-night sound tests and leading county officials to readdress a nuisance ordinance.
Democrat leaving nothing to chance
DECATUR, Ga. - Despite beating U.S. Rep. Cynthia McKinney in the Democratic primary runoff election for her seat, Hank Johnson hasn't stopped campaigning - not even on his birthday.
Candidates make cases for booming, failing economy
HAPEVILLE, Ga. - The candidates for governor painted competing portraits of Georgia's economy on Friday.
Across the Southeast
Elvis Presley's favorite amusement park ride, a roller coaster called the Zippin Pippin, is zippin' off to North Carolina.
Photo: Extinguishing the competition
Members of the Martinez-Columbia Fire Rescue Competition Team compete in the multitarget attack muster drill during Fire Fest in Evans. The team won the drill Saturday. The competitors included Martinez-Columbia, Grovetown Department of Public Safety, McDuffie County Fire Department, Fort Gordon Fire Department and Davisboro Volunteer Fire Department.
Officials say 1-cent sales tax crucial
Victim says trooper should be in jail
The woman who accused a state trooper of rape says she is angry he was allowed to plead guilty to misconduct in office and sentenced to probation and house arrest.
Ravenel fined for funding troubles
Vietnam veterans take helm of groups
Jack Wagner was wounded twice during two tours in Vietnam, but instead of a hero's welcome after his return, he was advised to ditch his uniform to avoid the wrath of anti-war protesters.
Poll says Barrow, Burns in tight bid
ATLANTA - With just over a week left before Election Day, the matchup between U.S. Rep. John Barrow, D-Savannah, and former Congressman Max Burns remains extremely tight, according to a poll released Friday.
Officials say 1-cent sales tax crucial
Barbara Seigler remembers attending Lucy C. Laney High School 40 years ago, a time before integration, a time when the school's football team played in a rundown stadium.
Rants and raves
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Georgia Tech steps out of the shadows
Forget the week-old Clemson debacle. Forget the yearlong fluke allegations. Forget the decades-old shadow cast by that other state university.
Hornish will compete in Busch Series
The exodus from Indy-car racing continued Saturday when newly-crowned IRL Indy Car Series champion Sam Hornish announced he will race part time in the Busch Series next year.
Hornish will compete in Busch Series
Chase still too close to call
HAMPTON, Ga. -- Even Mark Martin is feeling optimistic these days. The longtime NASCAR star heads into Sunday's Nextel Cup race at Atlanta Motor Speedway seventh in the season standings, 96 points behind leader Matt Kenseth with four races left in the Chase for the Championship.
NASCAR notebook
HAMPTON, Ga. - Getting to the lead in the Chase for the Championship has been easier than staying there.
Kahne gains ground quickly
Given the choice between racing a car with five victories or one with a comfortable seat, Kasey Kahne will pick the comfortable seat.
Hawks are in need of a turnaround
Clippers give Kaman extension
The Los Angeles Clippers signed center Chris Kaman to a multiyear contract extension Saturday that begins in the 2007-08 season.
Celtics lose their mastermind
Red Auerbach, the Hall of Fame coach who led the Boston Celtics to nine NBA championships in the 1950s and 1960s, died Saturday. He was 89.
Hawks are in need of a turnaround
Joe Johnson averaged more than 20 points last season. He played on the U.S. team at the world championships. And he can still walk the streets of Atlanta without being bothered.
Falcons relying on replacements
Hoover has proven he's not just another fullback
Marion Thomas Wolfe (THOMSON, Ga.)
THOMSON, Ga. - Marion Thomas "Billy" Wolfe, age 88, is now rejoicing and laughing with his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, October 26, 2006 at University Hospital. Mr. Wolfe was a native Augustan until moving to Thomson in 2001. Mr. Wolfe is the son of Thomas Wolfe and Bessie Hamilton Wolfe. Mr. Wolfe is survived by his loving wife of over 60 years, Bobbie Tweed Wolfe. Mr. Wolfe joined the Civil Conservation Corps at an early age. Afterwards, he was a member of the A Battery, 214th Army National Guard which was later converted to 255th Combat Engineers which saw battle during World War II in six major campaigns including those in Africa and Italy. He remained active and loved the quarterly meetings with his friends of this unit. Mr. Wolfe retired as a Captain on the City of Augusta Fire Department after 25 years of distinguished duty. At the time of his death, Mr. Wolfe had the distinction of being the oldest living retired firefighter of the City of Augusta. After retiring from the City, Mr. Wolfe worked at the Fire and Security Office at Gracewood State School and Hospital where he retired after 10 years of service. Billy was a loving, faithful and devoted husband, father, grandfather and friend. He had a wonderful sense of humor and loved to laugh and joke. He loved all animals and they loved him. His loyal buddy, Lily, will miss him greatly. He was a member of Lake Park Baptist Church in Augusta for over 55 years. He felt that one of his greatest achievements was seeing all his current family members accept Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior. His faith in God sustained him through many trials and tribulations, including the deaths of his parents; brother, Jack Wolfe; sisters, Betty Wolfe Barker and Frances Wolfe Newman and two stillborn children, Charles Allen and Marian Suzzanne. The message that he wanted to be his legacy is that Jesus Christ is the only way to Eternal Life. He especially loved young people and took every opportunity to share his faith and have them understand that doing the right and moral action might not be popular here on earth, but it's the only way to live against the evil in today's society. He believed if the Bible said it, there's no question - that is the guidebook to life. He practiced what he preached and lived his life accordingly. Survivors in addition to his wife include his two loving daughters, Betty Wolfe Bicknell, Thomson, Ga. and Rosemary Wolfe Robinson (Troy), Mitchell, Ga. PaPa is survived by five adoring grandchildren, Garry Wendell Randolph, II, (Stephanie), Charleston, S.C.; Bradley Thomas Steven Randolph (Lori), Thomson, Ga.; Billy Jack Clements, North Augusta, S.C.; Joshua David Clements, Mitchell, Ga.; and Miranda Barker, Thomson, Ga. He had three great-grandchildren, Garry Wendell Randolph, III, Grovetown, Ga.; Gracie Jane Randolph, Thomson, Ga.; and Jordan McCoy, Charleston, S.C. He is also survived by his nephew, Tommy Edward Newman (Dale), of Columbus, Ga.; and nieces, Jill Barker Morganson (Michael), North Augusta, S.C.; and Joy Barker Gellately, Savannah, Ga. He has now had the pleasure to meet the great-granddaughter angel due on earthy in early December, Hannah Marian Randolph. Funeral services will be held Monday, October 30, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at the Thomas L. King Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. David Lambert and Chaplain (Capt.) Tommy Cox officiating. Interment at Westview Cemetery. Pallbearers will be his grandsons and Dennis Atkins and Michael Morganson. Honorary pallbearers will be active and retired member of the Augusta Fire Department and members of a Battery, 214th Army National Guard, 255th Combat Engineers. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Sunday, October 29, 2006 from 2:00 p.m. til 5:00 p.m. Florist: Monday, 8:00 a.m. Thomas L. King Funeral Home, 124 Davis Rd., Martinez, Ga. 706-863-6747. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Allison Ibarra (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest Saturday, October 28, 2006, Sophia Allison Ibarra, infant daughter of Carlos and Nadine Ibarra. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Monday, October 30, 2006 at 11:00 A.M. at St. Joseph Catholic Church with Rev. Rafael Estrada celebrant. Interment will follow in Westover Memorial Park. Thomas Poteet & Son Funeral Directors, 214 Davis Rd., Augusta, GA 30907 (706) 364-8484.
Louise Sampson (NEW JERSEY CITY, N.J.)
NEW JERSEY CITY, N.J. - Louise Sampson died Monday, October 16, 2006. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, October 31, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Mosley's Funeral Home. Interment will follow in the Swainsboro City Cemetery. She is survived by one adopted daughter, two sons, one sister, one brother and 13 grandchildren. Mosley's Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
David Everett (JOHNSTON, S.C.)
JOHNSTON, S.C. - Mr. David E. Everett 53, entered into rest on Friday October 27, 2006 at his residence. Funeral services will be held at 3:00 PM Tuesday October 31, 2006 in the Platt's Funeral Home Belair Chapel with Pastor Carlos Quinones and Rev. Alvin Jones officiating. Interment will follow at Bellevue Memorial Gardens, Grovetown. Ga. Mr. Everett was an avid builder, fisherman and hunter. He was employed for 30 years by AIMCO formerly INSIGNA and was a member of Abundant Living Word Church of Augusta, GA. Survivors include his wife of 30 years, Deborah L. "Debbie" Everett, Johnston, SC; son and daughter in law, David S. "Sam" and Misty Everett, Hephzibah, GA; grandsons, William and Skylar Everett, Hephzibah, GA; brothers, Alfred and John; sisters, Debbie Betty and Carla; step-father, Chuck Clark, Fayetteville, NC; special aunt, "Aunt Pete", and numerous other relatives. The family will receive friends at Platt"s Belair Road, on Monday October 30, 2006, from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM. If so desired donations may be made to Abundant Living Word Church, Building Fund, 1021 Patriots Way, Augusta, GA 30907. Pallbearers will be Stevie Matthews, Todd Braswell, Stan Jones, Buster Silman, Lon Purvis and Emanuel Quinones. Honorary Pallbearers will be John A. Shaw, William Ryan Shaw, Steve Jones and Lee Jones. Platt's Funeral Home, 337 N. Belair Road, Evans, GA 30809, 706-860-6166. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Harold Dean Rhoad (AIKEN, S.C.)
AIKEN, S.C. - Funeral Services for Mr. Harold Dean Rhoad, 71, of Springwood Drive, Aiken, SC, who died October 25, 2006, will be conducted this Saturday afternoon at 3 o'clock from the Stephen D. Posey Funeral Home. Rev. Jerry Davis and Rev. Bob Clyburn officiating. Interment in Sunset Memory Gardens. Memorials may be made to the Bethel United Methodist Church Organ Fund, P.O. Box 497, Jackson, SC 29831 or St. Joseph Hospice, 2260 Wrightsboro Road, Augusta, GA 30904. Stephen D. Posey Funeral Home in charge of arrangements (803-278-1181). Visit the registry online at www.poseyfuneralhome.com .
Robert A. Johler (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. - Funeral arrangements for Mr. Robert A. Johler of Campbellton Drive, North Augusta, SC, who died October 28,2006 will be announced. Mr. Johler was the husband of Mrs. Elizabeth (Betty) Johler. Stephen D. Posey Funeral Home of North Augusta in charge of arrangements (803-278-1181). Visit the online registry at www.poseyfuneralhome.com .
William H. Gentry (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. William H. Gentry, 90, husband of 66 years to Mrs. Mary E. Gentry of Pawley Court, Evans, Ga. entered into rest Saturday, October 21, 2006 at the Georgia War Veterans Nursing Home. Memorial services will be held Saturday, October 28, 2006 at 2:00 P.M. from the Kingdom Hall of the Jehovah's Witnesses, Gibbs Road, Evans, with Mr. Mark Thompson officiating. Friends may call at the residence 855 Pawley Court, Evans, Ga. 30809. Chance & Hydrick Funeral Directors 2502 Richmond Hill Road Augusta, Georgia 30906.
James T. Greaves (MARTINEZ, Ga.)
MARTINEZ, Ga. - SGM (Ret) James T. "Jim" Greaves, Jr., age 66, of Hillbrook Drive, Martinez GA entered into rest Friday, October 27, 2006 at Doctors Hospital. He was the beloved husband of Mrs. Sharon K. Greaves. Funeral services with full military honors will be held at 2:00 P. M. Monday, October 30, 2006 at Elliott Sons Funeral Home Chapel, 4255 Columbia Road Martinez, GA with Father Thomas Peyton officiating. Interment will be in the Arlington National Cemetery. SGM Greaves was a native of Cleveland, Ohio. He retired from the US Army in 1989 after 31 years of service. SGM Greaves received numerous medals and commendations including: National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal, Vietnam Cross of Gallantry with Palm/Bronze Star Medal, Meritorious Unit Commendation, Drill Sergeant ID Badge, Good Conduct Medal, Army Service Ribbon, Army Commendation Medal (3 OLC), Expert Rife and .45 Cal Pistol, NCO Professional Development Ribbon and Overseas Service Ribbon. He was a member of St. Teresa of Avila Catholic Church. Survivors include his wife, Sharon K. Greaves, Martinez; two sons: George Robert (Sherry Lynn) Greaves and James Thomas Greaves, III both of Augusta, GA; a sister: Shirley Strukel of Mentor, Ohio; Grandchildren: George Tanner Greaves, Olivia Anne Greaves, and stepgrandson Marc Anthony Kniphfer all of Augusta., Mother in Law, Mrs. Inez Davis of Warrenton, GA., One Sister-in-Law, Debbie (Bubba) Norris, of Thomson, GA, two nieces, Kacey & Taylor Norris, both of Thomson, GA. He was preceded in death by his parents, James T., Sr. and Anne Mindek Greaves and a stepson Stephen Nelson Norris. Friends may call at the residence. The family will receive friends from 7:00 - 9:00 P. M. Sunday evening at Elliott Sons Funeral Home, 4255 Columbia Road Martinez, GA. Memorials may be made to St. Teresa of Avila Catholic Church Building Fund, 4921 Columbia Road Grovetown, GA 30813. LoweFuneral Home, 77 W Gibson St. Warrenton GA 30828 (706) 465-3333, Email: Lowe113@cs.com Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Marblouis Levi Myers (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. Marblouis Levi Myers of McCormick Street, NW, Aiken, entered into eternal rest on Monday, October 23, 2006 at Heartland Hospice, Augusta. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, October 31, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. from the Old Macedonia Baptist Church, Edgefield County, S.C. with the Reverend Limuer Myers officiating. Interment will follow in the Aiken Memorial Gardens & Mausoleum. Mr. Myers was preceded in death by one brother, Rev. James L. Myers, Jr. and two sisters, Mrs. Mattie Brooks and Mrs. Sarah Floyd. Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Betty J. Myers of the home; two sons, Sgt. Marblouis (Mellonie) Myers, Jr., Ft. Gordon, Ga. and Mr. Levi (Wanda) Brooks, Aiken; one daughter, Lt. Sathelier (Sgt. Labaron) Bates, Ft. Bragg, N.C.; two aunts, Mrs. Lucille Reed, Wagner, S.C. and Mrs. Alice Thomas, Aiken; five grandchildren; a host of other relatives and friends. Friends may call at the funeral home on Monday, October 30, 2006 from 2 to 7 p.m. or at the residence. The remains will be placed in the church on Tuesday, October 31, 2006, one hour prior to the services. The funeral procession will leave the residence at 1:00 p.m. Miller's Funeral Home, 136 Kershaw Street, SE, Aiken, SC, (803) 649-2055. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Walter E. Stair (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest Thursday, October 26, 2006 at the VA Hospital, Mr. Walter Eugene Stair, 78, husband of Maria Stair. Mr. Stair was a native of Patton, PA and has resided in Augusta since 1969. He was retired from the US Army as a Chief Warrant Officer and from the VA Hospital, Lynwood Division after 22 years. Mr. Stair was a member of St. Mary on-the-Hill Catholic Church. Family members in addition to his wife include his brothers: Joe Stair of Akron, Ohio, James Stair of Akron, Ohio, Robert Stair of California and sister: Dorothy Norman of Pennsylvania. The Mass of Christian Burial will be held Monday, October 30, 2006 at 11:00 A.M. at St. Mary on-the-Hill Catholic Church with Rev. Justin Ferguson celebrant. Interment will follow in Westover Memorial Park with Military Honors. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to a charity of one's choice. Thomas Poteet & Son Funeral Directors, 214 Davis Rd., Augusta, GA 30907 (706) 364-8484. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
James T. Greaves (MARTINEZ, Ga.)
MARTINEZ, Ga. - Mr. James T. "Jim" Greaves, age 66, of Hillbrook Drive, Martinez GA entered into rest Friday, October 27, 2006 at Doctors Hospital. He was the beloved husband of Sharon Greaves. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced later Lowe Funeral Home, 77 W Gibson St. Warrenton GA 30828 (706) 465-3333, Email: Lowe113@cs.com
Cornelia Ray (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Ms. Cornelia Ray of Dublin Court entered into rest on Friday, October 27, 2006 at the Medical College of Georgia. Funeral arrangements will be announced later. Survivors are two sons, Valentino Ray, LeKelvin Ray, Augusta; father, Roy Thomas, Atlanta; sisters, Tawayne Ray, Augusta; four nieces and two nephews and other relatives. Williams Funeral Home, 2945 Old Tobacco Road, Hephzibah, Ga.
L. Beale (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Lofton James Beale, 5, entered into rest on Thursday, October 26, 2006 at Medical College of Georgia Children's Medical Center. Funeral arrangements will be announced later. Survivors are his parents, TaKeshan Starr-Beale and Lofton Beale, Augusta; sister, Logan Beale, Augusta; grandparents, Frieda and Gary McFall, Detroit, Mich., Carolyn Jude, James and Robin Johnson, Augusta; aunts, uncles and friends. Williams Funeral Home, 2945 Old Tobacco Road, Hephzibah, Ga.
Verain Dunbar (BROOKLYN, N.Y.)
BROOKLYN, N.Y. - Mrs. Verain Walton Dunbar, 70, of E. 31st Street entered into rest October 24, 2006 at her residence. Funeral arrangements will be announced later. Mrs. Dunbar, a native of Aiken County, was a member of Old Storm Branch Baptist Church. Survivors include a daughter, Gwendolyn Dunbar, Brooklyn; a son, Michael (Ynnette) Dunbar, Philadelphia; a sister, Barbara Jean (Edward) Cobb, Baltimore; a brother, Robert Lee (Martha) Walton, Beech Island; four grandchildren, Brian Dunbar, Brandon Dunbar, Kiana Dunbar and Chamylah General; aunt, Louise Jackson, North Augusta; a host of other relatives and friends. G.L. Brightharp & Sons Mortuary, 614 West Avenue, North Augusta, S.C.
Estee Johnson (BROOKLYN, N.Y.)
BROOKLYN, N.Y. - Funeral services for Mrs. Estee Cullum Johnson, who died Thursday, October 26, 2006, will be held 10:30 a.m. Monday, October 30, 2006 at the Holy House of Prayer. Burial will be in Brooklyn. Grace Funeral Home in Brooklyn is in charge of the arrangements and Jackson-Brooks Funeral Home is in charge of local arrangements. Friends may call at the residence of her sister, Mrs. Dorothy Lowe, 630 Aldrich St., Apt. 7-B, Aiken. Jackson-Brooks Funeral Home, Aiken.
Lula Beck (AIKEN, S.C.)
AIKEN, S.C. - Entered into rest Friday, October 27, 2006, Mrs. Lula Mae Williams Beck, beloved wife of Mr. James B. Beck. The funeral service will be conducted Monday, October 30, 2006 at 3:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Napier Funeral Home. The interment will follow in Sunset Memory Gardens in Langley. The family will receive friends at the residence in Aiken or tonight, Sunday, October 29th from 6 to 8 p.m. at Napier Funeral Home, 315 Main St., Graniteville, S.C. 29829.
Pamela A. Powers (AIKEN, S.C.)
AIKEN, S.C. - . A Funeral Mass for Pamela A. Powers will be celebrated on Monday October 30, 2006 at 10:00am at St. Mary Help of Christians Catholic Church, Aiken. Visitation will be this evening from 6-8pm at George Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 211 Park Ave. SW Aiken. The wake service will begin at 6:30 p.m. Memorial donations may be directed to the Cumbee Center 135 Lancaster St. Aiken, SC 29801. Mrs. Powers, 51, of Aiken, died Friday, October 27, 2006 at Medical College of Georgia after a brief illness. A daughter of Noella Diane Choiniere and the late John Edward Salisbury, Jr. She was born in Central Falls, RI, where she lived until moving to Aiken in 1983. A self-employed Webpage designer, Pam was also an accomplished nature photographer. She volunteered at the Aiken County Commission on Alcohol and drug abuse and had been the office manager for the former Live Oaks Counseling Center in Aiken. She had moderated the "Constructive Love" supportgroup at ARMC and was the founder of the women's support group, "Ivy League". She is survived by her husband, Robert Francis Powers, Aiken; her son, Robby Powers, Charleston; four brothers, John E. Salisbury, III, Cranston, RI, Mark Allen Salisbury, Central Falls, RI, Matthew Wayne Salisbury, Lincoln, RI and James Allison Salisbury, North Providence, RI, and a sister, Patricia Diane Salisbury Castle, Central Falls, RI. Visit www.georgefuneralhomes.com to sign the online condolence register. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
J. Beale (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Lofton James Beale, 5, entered into rest on Thursday, October 26, 2006 at Medical College of Georgia Children's Medical Center. Funeral services will be held on Monday, October 30, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. at Jenkins Memorials C.M.E. Church with Rev. Timothy Green officiating. Burial will be at Mt. Olive Memorial Garden. Lofton was a native of Orangeburg, S.C. and was a student at Monte Sano Elementary School. Survivors are his parents, TaKeshan Starr-Beale and Lofton Beale, Augusta; sister, Logan Beale, Augusta; grandparents, Frieda and Gary McFall, Detroit, Mich., Carolyn Jude, James and Robin Johnson, Augusta; aunts, uncles and cousins. The family will receive friends from 6 to 7 p.m. this evening at the funeral home. Williams Funeral Home, 2945 Old Tobacco Road, Hephzibah, Ga. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
James Thompson (PENFIELD, Ga.)
PENFIELD, Ga. - James Russell Thompson, 88, of Penfield, died Friday, October 27, 2006. Funeral services will be held on Sunday, October 29, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. at Penfield Baptist Church with the Rev. David Jordan officiating. Interment will follow in Penfield Cemetery. McCommons Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Ray Bryant (SALUDA, S.C.)
SALUDA, S.C. - The funeral service for Mr. Ray Bryant of Saluda, S.C. will be conducted Monday, October 30, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. in the Chapel of Napier Funeral Home with Rev. W.H. Bryant and Rev. Jonathan Phillips officiating. The interment will follow in the Vaucluse Cemetery. The family will receive friends tonight, Sunday, October 29th from 6 to 8 p.m. at Napier Funeral Home, 315 Main Street, Graniteville, S.C. 29829.
Samuel Lyntz Gifford (EATONTON, Ga.)
EATONTON, Ga. - Samuel Gifford, 85, died Oct. 26, 2006. Funeral services will be held Mon., Oct. 30, 2006 at 7 p.m. at McCommons Chapel. Visitation will be at 5 p.m. until the time of the service at McCommons Funeral Home. Interment will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2006 at 11 a.m. at Lordstown Cemetery in Lordstown, Ohio. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until time for the service at Holeton-Yuhasz Funeral Home in Niles, Ohio. McCommons Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Savannah Pollard (AIKEN, S.C.)
AIKEN, S.C. - Funeral services for Mrs. Savannah Mary Pollard will be held 3:00 p.m. Saturday, October 28, 2006 at Bell Grove Baptist Church with the Rev. Lester Smalls officiating. Family and friends will assemble at the church at 2:45 p.m. G.L. Brightharp & Sons Mortuary, 390 Beaufort Street, Aiken, S.C.
Bertie Jane Hodges (SYLVANIA, Ga.)
SYLVANIA, Ga. - Bertie Jane Godbee Hodges, age 44, died Friday, October 27, 2006. Visitation: Sunday, October 29, 2006, 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM. Funeral Services at 2:00 PM on Monday, October 30, 2006, at Thompson-Strickland-Waters Chapel. Interment at Bulloch Memorial Gardens. Thompson-Strickland-Waters Funeral Home in charge of all arrangements. 912-564-2331.
Charles Bridges (GREENWOOD, S.C.)
GREENWOOD, S.C. - Charles David Bridges, 55, resident of 2302 Highway 221 South, husband of Elaine Ridlehoover Bridges died October 25, 2006. Graveside funeral services will be conducted Saturday at 2:00 PM at Plum Branch Cemetery. The family is at the home and will receive friends following the service at the graveside. Blyth Funeral Home & Cremation Services is assisting the Bridges family.
Elwood Lanier Clark (WARTHEN, Ga.)
WARTHEN, Ga. - Mr. Elwood Lanier Clark, age 82, of Bay Spring Road in Warthen died Friday night, October 27, following a long battle with caner. Graveside services will be held at 3:00 p.m. Tuesday, October 31 in the Sisters Baptist Church Cemetery in Sandersville. The Rev. Mason Davis will officiate. Mr. Clark was born in Hapeville, Ga. on September 26, 1924 to Euel Miller Clark and Willie (Bill) Gordie Clark. He was a lifelong resident of Georgia and had lived in Washington County since 1964. After graduating from Milner High School, he worked at Warner Robins where he met Sadie Raley, his bride to be. The married in February 5, 1943 and he left for active military duty on February 13. After serving in World War II in the Pacific as a US Mariner, he returned to Georgia to a long career in sales and service as an equipment salesperson. He was a member of the Sisters Baptist Church. Mr. Clark was a member of Hamilton Masonic Lodge #58 F&AM, the Scottish Rite Bodies and was a 32 degree Mason, a member of the AlShiah Temple in Macon. Survivors are his wife, Sadie Raley Clark of Sandersville; a daughter, Sandra (Wayne) Burns of Warthen; two grandchildren, Melissa (Michael) Brown of Warthen and Blaine (Kelly) Byrd of Wyoming, NM; great-grandchildren, Brianna Brown, Jodie Brown and Braxton Byrd; a brother, Millard (Mavis) Clark of Jefferson, Iowa and several cousins, nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends at May and Smith Funeral Home, 1119 Riddleville Road in Sandersville from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday evening. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Annie Flanigan ( AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest Thursday, October 26, 2006, Mrs. Annie Mae Hughes Flanigan, 82, wife of the late Jewel E. Flanigan. Mrs. Flanigan was a native of South Carolina and his resided in Augusta for the past 65 years. She worked for the Graniteville Co., Enterprise Division for a number of years. She was a homemaker and a Baptist. Family members include her sons: James W. (Sandra L.) Hughes of Martinez, Darrel (Carmen) Flanigan; daughter: Patricia Hughes Hardy of Augusta: brother: Junior Gladdin of Chester, SC; sisters: Lelia Johnson of Chester, SC, Ophelia Bennett of Chester, SC; grandchildren: Harold E. Hardy, Karen H. Bugg, Pamela H. Doss, Michael F. Hardy, Charlotte D. Hardy, Mark H. Hardy, Amanda L. Hardy, Carolyn D. Knight, James Russell Hughes, Christopher Paul Hughes and 12 great grandchildren. Graveside services will be held Saturday, October 28, 2006 at 4:30 p.m. with Dr. Greg DeLoach officiating. Interment will follow in Westview Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the First Baptist Church of Augusta Music Ministry, 3500 Walton Way Ext., Augusta, GA 30909 or The Martinez Bible Chapel, Columbia Rd., Martinez, GA 30907. Thomas Poteet and Son Funeral Directors, 214 Davis Rd., Augusta, GA 30907 (706) 364-8484.
John Barclay (WASHINGTON, Ga.)
WASHINGTON, Ga. - Mr. John Barclay, 69, of Bartram Trace Rd., died Saturday, October 28, 2006 at his home. Graveside services will be Monday morning at 11:00 a.m. at the Phillips Mill Baptist Cemetery with Rev. Robert Rayner officiating. There will be no visitation. Hopkins Funeral Home in Washington, Ga. is in charge of arrangements.
Rhunette Goodspeed (TWIN CITY, Ga.)
TWIN CITY, Ga. - Rhunette Goodspeed, 66, died Wednesday, October 25, 2006. Funeral services will be Monday morning at 11:00 a.m. in the Chapel of Tomlinson Funeral Home with Reverend Kevin Farmer officiating. Burial will be private. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the funeral at the chapel. Tomlinson Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Robert Garnett (LINCOLNTON, Ga.)
LINCOLNTON, Ga. - Mr. Robert Garnett, Jr. of Lincolnton, Ga. funeral services will be held Monday Oct. 30, 2006 at Wright & Jones Funeral Home at Noon. Burial will be at Prices Grove Baptist Church Cemetery.
Cornelia Ray (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Ms. Cornelia Ray of Dublin Court entered into rest on Friday, October 27, 2006 at the Medical College of Georgia. Funeral arrangements will be announced later. Survivors are two sons, Valentino Ray, LeKelvin Ray, Augusta; father, Roy Thomas, Atlanta; sisters, Tawayne Ray, Augusta; four nieces and two nephews and other relatives. Williams Funeral Home, 2945 Old Tobacco Road, Hephzibah, Ga.
Jonathan Beard (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Entered into rest Friday, October 27, 2006 at the Heartland Hospice, Mr. Jonathan Beard, son of Mrs. Margaret Beard and the late Mr. Dock Beard. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, October 31, 2006 at 3:00 p.m. from Beulah Grove Baptist Church. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Monday night from 7 to 8 p.m. The Historic Dent's Undertaking Establishment Serving the CSRA Since the 1800's.
Leon Peeples (CONYERS, Ga.)
CONYERS, Ga. - Funeral services for Mr. Leon Peeples who passed of October 25th will be held Monday, October 30, 2006 at 12 Noon at the Stone Springfield A.M.E. Church, Stapleton, GA. Mr. Peeples was a member and Usher at Stone Springfield AME and a retired Sears Co. employee. Survivors include his wife, Martha B. Peeples of Conyers; children, Angela Peeples of Lithonia, Ernest (Jacqueline) Peeples of Missouri City, TX; two grand, Emmanuel and Laura-Marie; siblings, Eddie (Cora) Peeples of Wrens, William Peeples of Atlanta, Virginia Logan of CA, Freddie Peeples of PA, Gloria Stewart, Betty, Billy, Samuel and Alveta Peeples of FL; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Family maybe contacted at Rock Temple AME in Conyers on Sunday, the residence in Conyers or at Cora Peeples in Stapleton. Davis Funeral Home, Louisville Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Juanita J. Haynes (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mrs. Juanita Jordan Haynes of Madrid Drive entered into rest Thursday, October 26, 2006 at her residence. Funeral arrangements will be announced later. Survivors are her husband, Charlie Haynes; two daughters, Venita McCord, Sandra Lynn Haynes, Augusta; three sons, Derek (Vickie) Jordan, Michael (Elizabeth) Haynes, Augusta, Ronald D. Haynes, Fayetteville, N.C.; four sisters, Doris Smith, Bristol, Pa., Mildred Harrell, Levittown, Pa., Christine Reeves, Sandersville, Ga., Shirley (Lonnie) Sharpe, Atlanta; one brother, James (Fannie) Jordan, Atlanta and a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Williams Funeral Home, 2945 Old Tobacco Road, Hephzibah, GA
Joey Ray Byrd (AIKEN, S.C.)
AIKEN , S.C. - Mr. Joey Ray Byrd, 52, of Augusta, GA, died Tuesday, October 24, 2006 at St. Joseph Hospital, Augusta. Graveside funeral services will be held at 3:00 PM Sunday, October 29 in Bethany Cemetery, Aiken. Mr. Byrd was born in Savannah, GA to the late Ray and Frances Morgan Byrd. He had lived in Aiken for the last nine years, and was a salesperson for Milton Ruben Chevrolet. He was a beloved brother. Survivors include his wife, Debbie Byrd, Aiken; his daughter, Robyn Byrd Mealing, North Augusta, SC; stepson, Joey Messick, Aiken; three sisters, Jacquita (James) Williams, Sardis, GA, Pamela (Sam) Morton, Aiken, Teri (Johnny) Dale, Wadley, GA; nieces, Debbie Griffith, Tina Coady, Courtney Harmon, Katie Dale; nephews, Daniel Carter, Sammy Morton, Jay Dale; and a number of great nieces and nephews. Memorials may be directed to St. Joseph Hospice, 654 Main Street, Thomson, GA 30824. Please visit Mr. Byrd's online memorial at http://shellhousefuneralhome.com The family will receive friends from 6-8 PM Saturday at Shellhouse Funeral Home, Inc., 924 Hayne Ave., Aiken. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Frank Tollison (EDGEFIELD, S.C.)
EDGEFIELD, S.C. - Funeral services for Mr. Frank Edward Tollison, Jr., 82, of Edgefield, SC, who died October 27, 2006, will be conducted Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the Stephen D. Posey Funeral Home. Dr. Eleazer Benenhaley and Rev. Don Shires officiating. Interment in Hillcrest Memorial Park with Veterans Honors. Mr. Tollison was a native Greenville County, SC, a former resident of Augusta, having made Edgefield his recent home. He retired from Augusta Mac Truck Sales as a Parts Salesman with over 40 years of service. He was formerly employed by the Augusta Race Track and was a former co-operator of the North Augusta Skating Rink. Mr. Tollison was a US Air Force Veteran of World War II, Treasurer of Augusta React and husband of the late Mrs. Vonnetta Davis Tollison. He was very generous giving many years of service to the community. Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, Harvey and Jeannie Tollison, Jackson; a daughter and son-in-law, Joy and Wayne Agner, Edgefield; three grandchildren, Tiffani (Philip), Irland, Wayne Agner, Jr., all of Edgefield and Farrah (Randy) Doran, Johnston; four great-grandchildren, Vonne Doran, Noah Irland, Chloe Irland and Seth Williams; two adopted grandchildren, Amber Sweets and Sambo Whatley, both of Edgefield. Pallbearers will be Randy Tollison, Mike Tollison, Glenn Tollison, Michael Hart, Walter Newman and Ed Looney. The family will receive friends at the funeral home this Sunday afternoon from 4 to 6. 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
Heyward Holt (AIKEN, S.C.)
AIKEN, S.C. - Mr. Heyward Holt, loving husband of the late Beatrice Holt, passed away October 25th. He leaves behind a daughter and son-in-law, Linda and Greg Brown and two grandchildren, Kristina and Greg, Jr. Mr. Holt was an employee of DuPont for 33 years. He was a loving and devoted father and grandfather. Memorial services will be held Sunday, October 29th at 3:00 p.m. at Corinth Baptist Church in New Ellenton, S.C. Visitors are welcome to come by the family's home.
Pemble, PhD (AIKEN, S.C.)
AIKEN, S.C. - Entered into rest Saturday, morning, October 28, 2006 at Mattie C. Hall Health Care Center, Aiken, SC, Richard Albert Pemble, PhD, 78, of Aiken, SC, husband of the late Joanna Pemble. Born in Chicago, IL, he was a son of the late Herbert and Jessie Sumner Pemble. A World War II veteran, he proudly served his country in the United States Army. Dr. Pemble received his doctorate from Michigan State University. He was a former educator, principal and Superintendent of schools in Europe and the Far East. He had been a resident of Williams Bay, Wisconsin, prior to coming to Aiken County, SC three and one half years ago. Dr. Pemble was an honorary life member of the National Education Association. He is survived by his children, Cynthia Pemble Zook, (David) Semora, NC, Richard William Pemble, (Susan) Palm Bay, FL, Jennifer Pemble Weakland, (Norman) Virginia Beach, VA, and Charles Sumner Pemble, Graniteville, SC; a special friend, former wife, and the proud mother of his children, Olene Olsen, (Pemble) Warrenville, SC; brother, Herbert F. Pemble, Jr, Sun City, AZ; grandchildren, Jason David Zook, Chicago, IL, Sara Anne Zook, Chesterbrook, PA, Ethan Scott Pemble, Orlando,FL, Richard Alexander Pemble, Orlando, FL, Tristan Matthew Pemble, Palm Bay, FL, Nathan Pemble Wylie, Eureka, CA, Jacob Pemble Wylie, San Francisco, CA, and Nolan Edward Pemble Weakland, Virginia Beach, VA. To express appreciation for the excellent care provided to Dr. Pemble, the family has asked that memorials in his memory be made to Regency Hospice, 105 Summerwood Way, Suite D, Aiken, SC 29803. Funeral services will be held Monday, afternoon, October 30, 2006 at 3 o'clock at Hatcher Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Langley, SC. At his request, following the funeral service, Dr. Pemble will be cremated. The family will receive friends Monday, afternoon, October 30, 2006 from 1 o'clock until the time of service at Hatcher Funeral Home & Cremation Service, US Hwy., 1, Langley, SC Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Mildred S. Brewer (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Ms. Mildred S. Brewer 72, entered into rest on Wednesday October 25, 2006 at her residence. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM Saturday October 28, 2006 in the Platt's Funeral Home Belair Chapel. Interment will follow Hillcrest Memorial Park. Ms. Brewer was a very caring and giving person, who was loved by all that knew her. She was retired from the Medical College of Georgia, presently a Product Demonstrator for Sam's Club and was a member of the Baptist faith. She was preceded in death by four brothers, Paul Self, Raymond Self, Bobby Self and Albertus Mahaffey. Survivors include, her daughter, Sharon B. Benhart, Augusta, GA; granddaughter, Melissa Anne Benhart, Atlanta, GA; brothers, John Edward Self and wife, Janet, of California, Joe Self and wife, Helen, Kershaw, SC, Jerry Self and wife, Joyce Ann, Columbia, SC, Davis Self and wife, Mary, Columbia, SC; sisters, Helen Haynes and husband, Tommy, Summerville, SC, Warneda Sims, Columbia, SC and numerous nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM Friday, October 27, 2006 at Platt's Belair Road. If so desired donations may be made to the American Heart Association, 1105 Fury's Lane Suite D, Augusta, GA 30907 or to the charity of your choice. Platt's Funeral Home, 337 N. Belair Road, Evans, GA 30809, 706-860-6166.
Roberta O'Neal (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mrs. Roberta C. O'Neal of Augusta departed this life October 24, 2006 at Heartland Hospice. Mrs. O'Neal was married to the late Deacon James O'Neal for 47 years. She was a retired Ford Gordon food service worker. She was also a member of Sharon Baptist Church. The funeral service will be with Rev. Reginald D. Jones officiating Monday, October 30, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. at Sharon Baptist Church. She leaves to cherish her fond memories, five sons, Wilbur Crawford, Paul Crawford, James S. O'Neal, Jr., Mark (Joan) O'Neal and Michael O'Neil; four daughters, Audrey (William) Avera, Deborah (Greg) Watts, Felicia Billingslea and Shelia O'Neal; 24 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren; one brother, John Crawford; one uncle, William Crawford; one aunt, Catherine Crawford; four sisters-in-law, Dorothy Morton, Gladys Marks, Ora Lee Proctor and Geneva Newton; three brothers-in-law, Jessie, Mark and Benjamin O'Neal; two dear friends, Mrs. Joyce Smith and Christen Dudley; two goddaughters, Wren (Charles) Walker and Mattie F. Jordan; also a host of family and friends. The family will receive friends at the funeral home tonight, Sunday, from 7 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. The remains will lie in state at the church on Monday from 12:30 p.m. until the hour of the services and will not be viewed after the eulogy. The Historic Dent's Undertaking Establishment serving the CSRA since the 1800's. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
James E. Carmon (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. James E. Carmon entered into rest on Tuesday, October 24, 2006, at V.A. Medical Center Downtown. Funeral services will be 1:00 pm Saturday, October 28, 2006, at Kinsey & Walton Chapel , with Reverend James Carmon, officiating and Brother Carl L. Jones, presiding. Interment will be in Mt. Olive Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends at the residence. Kinsey & Walton Funeral Home, 3618 Peach Orchard Road. (706) 790-8858
Henry Arthur Queen ( MARTINEZ, Ga.)
MARTINEZ, Ga. - Entered into rest Friday, October 27, 2006 at his residence, LTC Henry Arthur Queen, 80, husband of Erika H. Queen. LTC Queen was a native of Savannah, GA and was raised in San Antonio, TX. He served during WWII, the Korean War and Vietnam. After retiring from the Army in 1980 with 26 years of service, he obtained a degree in Business Administration from Augusta College. He retired from Civil Service at Fort Gordon in 1986. LTC Queen spent his retirement gardening and enjoying time with his loving wife, children, and grandchildren. He was always willing to help others and gave advice freely. He will be missed. Family members in addition to his wife include his son and his fiance: Martin Queen and Tina Gjondla of Austell, GA; daughter and son-in-law: Susan Queen Hynes and Matthew of Marietta, GA; and grandchildren: Amanda Queen of Augusta, John Henry Hynes of Marietta, GA and Molly Hynes of Marietta, GA. Graveside funeral services will be held Tuesday, October 31, 2006 at 11:00 A.M. in Westover Memorial Park with full military honors Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, 2623 Washington Rd., Suite F-104, Augusta, GA 30904. The family will receive friends Monday evening from 6:00 to 8:00 at Thomas Poteet & Son Funeral Directors, 214 Davis Rd., Augusta, GA 30907 (706) 364-8484. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
Frank Tollison (EDGEFIELD, S.C.)
EDGEFIELD, S.C. - Funeral services for Mr. Frank Edward Tollison, Jr., 82, of Edgefield, SC who died October 27, 2006, will be announced. Stephen D. Posey Funeral Home of North Augusta in charge of arrangements (803-278-1181). Visit the online registry at www.poseyfuneralhome.com .
Sallie Mae Bright (BELVEDERE, S.C.)
BELVEDERE, S.C. - Funeral services for Mrs. Sallie Mae Jefferson Bright will be held 1:00 p.m. Saturday, October 28, 2006 at Hammond Grove Baptist Church with the Rev. Bobby G. Hankerson officiating. Interment will be in the church cemetery. Family and friends will assemble at the residence, 261 Clearmont Street at 12:15 p.m. G.L. Brightharp & Sons Mortuary, 614 West Avenue, North Augusta, S.C.
Harold Dean Rhoad (AIKEN, S.C.)
Louise Sampson (NEW JERSEY CITY, N.J.)
David Everett (JOHNSTON, S.C.)
Robert A. Johler (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Charles Bridges (GREENWOOD, S.C.)
Elwood Lanier Clark (WARTHEN, Ga.)
Marion Thomas Wolfe (THOMSON, Ga.)
Savannah Pollard (AIKEN, S.C.)
Walter E. Stair (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Robert Garnett (LINCOLNTON, Ga.)
Estee Johnson (BROOKLYN, N.Y.)
Juanita J. Haynes (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Frank Tollison (EDGEFIELD, S.C.)
Frank Tollison (EDGEFIELD, S.C.)
James T. Greaves (MARTINEZ, Ga.)
William H. Gentry (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Bertie Jane Hodges (SYLVANIA, Ga.)
Samuel Lyntz Gifford (EATONTON, Ga.)
James T. Greaves (MARTINEZ, Ga.)
Sallie Mae Bright (BELVEDERE, S.C.)
Pamela A. Powers (AIKEN, S.C.)
Annie Flanigan ( AUGUSTA, Ga.)
John Barclay (WASHINGTON, Ga.)
James Thompson (PENFIELD, Ga.)
Henry Arthur Queen ( MARTINEZ, Ga.)
Marblouis Levi Myers (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Mildred S. Brewer (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Verain Dunbar (BROOKLYN, N.Y.)
James E. Carmon (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Rhunette Goodspeed (TWIN CITY, Ga.)
Sanford has done much; re-elect him to do more
I have witnessed many styles of leadership during my tenure in the South Carolina Senate. Leadership, of course, should properly be measured by the results, and by any measure, Gov. Mark Sanford has provided the leadership that has achieved results that benefit all South Carolinians.
Sanford has done much; re-elect him to do more
I have witnessed many styles of leadership during my tenure in the South Carolina Senate. Leadership, of course, should properly be measured by the results, and by any measure, Gov. Mark Sanford has provided the leadership that has achieved results that benefit all South Carolinians.
Sheiks hope to continue success
Former heavyweight champ Berbick found dead at church
Jockey glad he opted for south over 'mud'
Pink, green highlight Thursday's NBHA schedule
Jockey glad he opted for south over 'mud'
Jonathan Sheppard was several hundred miles and a few states away Saturday, but he was the leading winner at the 15th running of the Aiken Fall Steeplechase.
Ando is surprise winner
Japan swept the singles titles at Skate America, except with a surprise women's winner, Miki Ando.
Pink, green highlight Thursday's NBHA schedule
The National Barrel Horse Association kicked up its world championships a notch.
Area announcements
A new 13-under travel team is looking for three new players. For information, call Craig Cameron at (803) 613-9189.
Sheiks hope to continue success
It's been a sensational year of racing in America for the royal Maktoum family of Dubai.
Former heavyweight champ Berbick found dead at church
Former heavyweight champion Trevor Berbick was found dead in a church courtyard Saturday with chop wounds to his head in a suspected homicide.
Asada thrills crowd
HARTFORD, Conn. - It couldn't be earlier in the figure skating season, yet Japan's Mao Asada already is miles ahead of the American competition.
Overtime
In Aiken, USC Aiken defeated USC Upstate at the G.B. Hodge Center on Saturday to earn a share of the Peach Belt Conference title.
Overtime
In Greenwood, S.C., two late first-half goals carried USC Aiken to a 2-1 victory over Clayton State on Friday in the Peach Belt Conference semifinals.
Uneventful morning was just fine
I had a rare morning to myself last week and decided to spend it in the woods, watching for whitetails.
Photos: Opening the season in style
Outdoors calendar
All the listed events are open to the public, although membership in some organizations might be required.
Photos: Opening the season in style
For more opening week photos, go to www.augustachronicle.com/outdoors and visit our online Sportsman's Scrapbook.
Uneventful morning was just fine
Hoover has proven he's not just another fullback
Brad Hoover was trying to make himself known as an undrafted rookie with the Carolina Panthers, but his name wasn't sinking in with coach George Seifert.
Falcons relying on replacements
The situation could be worse for the suddenly pass-defenseless Falcons.
NFL power rankings
Every week of the season, The Augusta Chronicle's Raymond Beasock will rank the pro teams.
Ministry's horses spread word by participating in competitions
This Jesus is a female, but it's the name that stops people. "Horse people always ask the same question: 'They let you register that?'" said Angie Moorehead, of Beech Island, who barrel races on a horse named Jesus Died for You.
Faith calendar
The Faith Calendar lists church and temple activities. Space is limited. Deadline is noon Monday. Send to churchnews@augustachronicle.com. Send a fax to (706) 722-7403 or mail to Faith Calendar, The Augusta Chronicle Newsroom, P.O. Box 1928, Augusta, GA 30903-1928.
Churches see need to reach young adults
Each fall, the Rev. Jerry Ragan lets college students from his St. Mary on the Hill Catholic parish know when he is coming to visit their campus and take them to dinner.
Faith digest
Cokesbury United Methodist Church, 2005 Windsor Spring Road, will hold a spaghetti supper at 5 p.m. today, followed by an auction at 6:30. Tickets cost $6 and $3 for children 12 and younger. The event is sponsored by the United Methodist Men.
Georgia Tech steps out of the shadows
Gators try to answer QB issues
Georgia adds inside presence
ATHENS, Ga. - Now that Mike Mercer can pass the ball to more inside players, he might not be passing the ball so often for Georgia this season.
Georgia's Jones tries not to let injury slow him
ATHENS, Ga. - Nick Jones got by on guts, determination and sheer will power last week. He played the entire game for Georgia on a tender knee, the same one that left him doubtful to even be ready to go.
Gators try to answer QB issues
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - Florida has tougher quarterback decisions to make than Georgia these days.
Georgia defense came alive too late this time
Georgia defense came alive too late this time
Stung by recent criticism, Georgia's defense came out to prove a point Saturday against Florida.
Sobering experience
Go ahead, expunge the name associated for years with the annual Georgia-Florida game.
Georgia's Jones tries not to let injury slow him
Win, not revenge, on Fulmer's mind
Fulmer, Volunteers get some revenge
Win, not revenge, on Fulmer's mind
COLUMBIA - If any college coach should be sick of hearing about Steve Spurrier, you'd bet it would be Tennessee's Phillip Fulmer.
Fulmer, Volunteers get some revenge
Tennessee's Phillip Fulmer earned the right to take a couple of verbal pokes at Steve Spurrier this year.
Churches act together to help needy
Athlete Spotlight: Kristen Williams
Restaurants help Aiken SPCA raise some bucks for its animal shelter
Photos: The great pumpkin contest
Halloween treats are plentiful
Five questions with Pamela Jung
Fair photography competition winners
Playhouse youth wing members will direct in festival
Quality education is not all about finances
Lack of focus might be diet-related
Churches see need to reach young adults
Ministry's horses spread word by participating in competitions
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