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.
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]
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.
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.
Reunions
The North Augusta High School Class of 1991 is seeking classmates for a 15-year reunion on Friday, November 24.
Athlete Spotlight: Kristen Williams
Playing the role of a setter was a major challenge for Kristen Williams at the beginning of the volleyball season.
Aiken County ballot
The following is an Aiken County ballot that voters will see in the Nov. 7 election.
Health calendar
The Health Calendar is a listing of support groups, activities and lectures.
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.
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.
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.
Library resources
Aiken County library locations, phone numbers and operating hours.
Halloween treats are plentiful
There will be Halloween festivities to enjoy Tuesday - even treats from city and county officials.
Meetings
Meeting schedule of organizations in the CSRA.
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.
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.
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.
Police bookings
These are the bookings for the Aiken County Detention Center for Oct. 13-20. Suspects are innocent until proved guilty:
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.
Voices from the street
What is your fondest Halloween memory from childhood?
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.
Recreation schedules
Aiken County Parks, Recreation and Tourism Department is seeking instructors for classes that include knitting, crocheting, karate, aerobics, pilates, yoga and more.
Fair art competition winners
The following is a list of winners from the 33rd annual Georgia-Carolina Fair:
Seniors calendar
The Seniors Calendar lists items of interest to senior citizens.
Spotted in Carolina
For more photos. log on to The Augusta Chronicle's photo blog at spotted.augusta.com.
Fair photography competition winners
The following is a list of winners from the 33rd annual Georgia-Carolina State Fair:
Sobering display
With the help of a driving under the influence simulator, Aiken Technical College students received a crash course in drinking and driving.
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.
Across the river
A memory walk will take place at 9 a.m. on Saturday at Lake Olmstead Stadium on Milledge Road in Augusta.
Where we worship
Rev. Phillips says he urges his members to reach "just one more" in their efforts to bring others into the faith.
Calendar
The Dupont Planetarium presents 'The Voyager Encounters' at 7 and 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday.
Tigers acquire taste for October
Ex-Brave Niekro, dies from aneurysm
A victory parade on a day when Cardinals rule
ST. LOUIS - The party keeps going for the St. Louis Cardinals, and Tony La Russa suspects some of his youngers players may be beyond his reach.
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.
Lesson has been learned from Series
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.
A victory parade on a day when Cardinals rule
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.
Peek-A-Boo can brighten any day
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Used cell phones receive new life
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.
Medical sector lifts the veil on cost, quality data
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.
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.
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.
Many young adults find health benefits too costly
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.
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.
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:
Republicans descend on Augusta
Republicans descend on Augusta
It was a big week for Republicans.
Big East powers rise and USC drops in Top 25
Thanks to USC's fall, the pivotal game between West Virginia and Louisville will be the first top-five matchup for the rebuilt Big East.
Big East powers rise and USC drops in Top 25
Buckeyes pummel Gophers
Ohio State's defense is proving that experience is overrated.
Southern Conference roundup
Kevin Richardson scored four touchdowns to give Appalachian State a 40-7 win over Furman on Saturday afternoon.
Beavers snap Trojans' Pac-10, road win streaks
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.
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.
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.
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.
Toddlers' flu shots are life-savers
Some parents fear that vaccinations pose a larger health risk to their children than the diseases the shots are designed to stifle.
Civil rights museum is overdue
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
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.
Civil rights museum is overdue
The idea of building a civil rights museum has been kicking around Atlanta for decades; now with the Coca-Cola Co.'s donation to the city last week of prime downtown land, the first concrete step was taken toward that worthy goal.
Toddlers' flu shots are life-savers
Barrow's smear campaign
It's easier for an attentive electorate to make informed choices when rival political candidates meet to debate the great issues of the day. To their credit, incumbent Democratic U.S. Rep. John Barrow and GOP challenger Max Burns have been doing just that in joint appearances around the 12th Congressional District.
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.
Georgia Tech developing a new winning attitude
ATLANTA - Hang around Georgia Tech's football team enough and you can sense it.
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
Georgia Tech developing a new winning attitude
Why can't TV get its cars straight?
Choi wins, with consolations for Goydos and Els
Garcia miscue gives Harrington the Order of Merit
Sorenstam wins Dubai Ladies Masters
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.
Choi wins, with consolations for Goydos and Els
PALM HARBOR, Fla. - One pure shot from the first fairway sent K.J. Choi to an easy victory Sunday in the Chrysler Championship. One clutch shot from the 18th fairway made Ernie Els feel like a winner, too.
South Korean Hong wins first LPGA Tour title
South Korean Hong wins first LPGA Tour title
GYEONGJU, South Korea - Jin Joo Hong became the third South Korean player to win the country's lone LPGA Tour event in her first tour start, closing with a 2-under 70 on Sunday for a three-stroke victory in the Kolon-Hana Bank Championship.
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.
Garcia miscue gives Harrington the Order of Merit
SOTOGRANDE, Spain - Padraig Harrington captured the Order of Merit on Sunday with a big boost from Sergio Garcia, whose bogey on the final hole of the Volvo Masters moved the Irishman into a three-way tie for second and allowed him to win the money title.
Sorenstam wins Dubai Ladies Masters
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates - Annika Sorenstam shot a 3-under 68 Sunday to win the Dubai Ladies Masters by six strokes.
Strom Thurmond wins region title
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.
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.
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.
Prep football score recap
A recap of this week's Georgia and South Carolina high school football action.
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.
Tanksley delivers for Pats
It was only fitting for Melvin Tanksley to play one of the best games of his high school career.
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.
Thrashers end Sabres' streak
Kari Lehtonen and the upstart Atlanta Thrashers put an end to the Buffalo Sabres' bid for an NHL record 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.
Republican had it right all along
Stephen Barrow's Oct. 21 letter "So-called 'devious agenda' confusing," established no confusion except Barrow's own feigned confusion. Paul Rosenthal's letter - the one Mr. Barrow took issue with - was very clear, germane and factual.Susan Beckworth, Evans
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
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
Recognize our 'faces of caring'
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
Tour of homes was a rousing success
Extend sales tax for better schools
Republican had it right all along
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
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
Tour of homes was a rousing success
As chairman of this year's annual Summerville Tour of Homes, I would like to thank The Augusta Chronicle and its staff for showcasing the tour in the Today's Home section of The Chronicle.Stewart Flanagin Jr., Augusta
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.
Does your lifestyle determine how you vote?
Army monitors Web sites, blogs for sensitive information
College students produce, watch videos - all with cell phones
Let dinner guests know that table has seating only for those invited
Pushing modern-day manners, cradle to grave and forever changing
Summerville house isn't past its prime
Caffeine-stoked energy drinks wire a generation
Retirement may not be as good as hoped because of financial shortfall
Bottling star power: How celebs craft their scents
Does your lifestyle determine how you vote?
Worried about the economy? Up in arms over abortion? Concerned about Iraq?
Pushing modern-day manners, cradle to grave and forever changing
BURLINGTON, Vt. - Inside a plain-enough country club restaurant nestled in this Champlain Valley college town, the latest crimes against the laws of social etiquette are being committed during the Monday lunch hour.
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.
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.
Army monitors Web sites, blogs for sensitive information
RICHMOND, Va. - From the front lines of Iraq and Afghanistan to here at home, soldiers blogging about military life are under the watchful eye of some of their own.
Retirement may not be as good as hoped because of financial shortfall
NEW YORK - American workers are finding it harder to save for retirement - and fear this could result in a less-satisfying lifestyle after they stop working.
Bottling star power: How celebs craft their scents
You didn't think that Gwyneth, Hilary and the Desperate Housewives were going to let J.Lo, Britney and the Olsen twins be the only stars to have all the glory at retail fragrance counters, did you?
Caffeine-stoked energy drinks wire a generation
CHICAGO - More than 500 new energy drinks launched worldwide this year, and coffee fans are probably too old to understand why.
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
College students produce, watch videos - all with cell phones
BOSTON - The cameras capture the young man walking down the stairs, reciting a monologue about the three things people should know about him: His favorite movie is "Gone with the Wind," he loves roller coasters and he hates when people don't take him seriously.
Living briefs
You might not have carved the pumpkin yet, but The Augusta Chronicle is already looking ahead to holiday meals, parties and celebrations.
Rants and raves
Comments from readers:
District 121 race: What experts are saying
WHAT MUST HAPPEN FOR HIM TO WIN: Continue touting his popularity and get good turnout of black voters in the district. "Helen Blocker-Adams is very charismatic, but she's running against a rather popular incumbent who's done a good job, who is chair of the local delegation."
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:
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.
Species can get lift in ship water
CHARLESTON, S.C. - Shipping companies and environmentalists are trying to come up with a reasonable cost method for keeping foreign marine species out of the waters of the nation's port cities.
Photo: Extinguishing the competition
News Analysis: For some candidates, attention is hard to get
ATLANTA - Catching the eye of a certain someone across a crowded room is not easy when you have little money and no one knows who you are.
The Augusta Mayoral race: What experts are saying
What must happen for him to win: Remain non-controversial before the election. "If there is no tremendous scandal in the next couple of weeks, he's a shoo-in. And on top of that, he has been very visible, very positive, and he's very likeable. He's kissed the babies and cut the ribbons, and has been very positive for the future of Augusta."
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.
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.
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.
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."
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.
Where we live
A weekly snapshot of the interesting people and places that make up the Augusta area.
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.
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.
Bush rallies troops in Charleston
Across the Southeast
Elvis Presley's favorite amusement park ride, a roller coaster called the Zippin Pippin, is zippin' off to North Carolina.
Political observers offer insight
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.
Rants and Raves
Comments from readers:
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
Enrollment at schools will climb
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.
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.
Candidates work to gain support in large region of diverse voters
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.
District 121 race: What experts are saying
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.
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.
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.
Head U.S. accountant tours nation to warn of future crisis
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.
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.
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.
Kid of the Day
Today's Kid of the Day is Linda Barrett, 20 months, of Beech Island, S.C.
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/
Across the area
An Augusta-Richmond County firefighter hoses down the front doorway at a home in the 2800 block of Culverton Way that was destroyed by fire Sunday.
News Analysis: For some candidates, attention is hard to get
War-torn past is put into words
A lot of veterans don't like to reveal much about their war experiences.
Species can get lift in ship water
Early voting begins today, ends Friday
Georgia combined sample ballot
War-torn past is put into words
Perdue didn't report purchase of property
Judge helps alcoholics recover
Advocates assail state for repeat DUIs
COLUMBIA - South Carolina ranks ninth in the nation for the percentage of drunken drivers involved in fatal crashes.
The week ahead
The 83rd Georgia-Carolina State Fair continues this week , but don't forget to head over to the 41st annual Columbia County Fair, which begins Thursday.
Rants and raves
Comments from readers:
Vietnam veterans take helm of groups
Judge helps alcoholics recover
WAYNESBORO, Ga. - It was almost dark on a Thursday evening, and State Court Judge Jerry Daniel stood behind a wooden lectern in an upper-floor Burke County courtroom, trying to motivate a group of alcoholics and addicts to stay sober.
Shoe collection's fate uncertain
Primping for the show
With blow-dryer and brush in hand, Whitney Franks shaped the fur atop the back of Jellybean, her crossbred heifer, into a shallow three-foot long mohawk this weekend.
Child hurt at fair improving, family says
Victim says trooper should be in jail
Woman dies in school bus wreck
A woman was killed early this morning when she slammed her minivan into the back of a school bus in Screven County, according to Georgia State Patrol Cpl. L. Ruffin.
The Augusta Mayoral race: What experts are saying
Development is key issue
The race to fill the District 4 seat on the Augusta Commission through next year is between a retired soldier and a hotel manager who agree the district's greatest need is economic development.
Early voting begins today, ends Friday
Michael Morris, 51, said he probably won't have time to vote Nov. 7. So he said he'll just take care of business sometime this week.
Officials say 1-cent sales tax crucial
Across the region
COLUMBIA - The University of South Carolina has officially opened its $22 million Arnold School of Public Health Research Center, the cornerstone of its downtown research campus.
Kids compete in a race of their own
Political observers offer insight
The races for Augusta mayor and House District 120 state representative offer two of the more intriguing local contests heading toward Election Day.
Advocates assail state for repeat DUIs
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.
Why can't TV get its cars straight?
Watch the credits on any movie or TV show and you will find a long list of specialists who are paid good money for making that show great. There are associate producers, animal wranglers, key grips, best boys, stuntmen and many more.
Hornish will compete in Busch Series
Stewart's trickery pays off
HAMPTON, Ga. - Tony Stewart is the rare NASCAR driver with enough brilliant on-track moves to deserve his own highlight film.
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.
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
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.
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
Influence of Celtics patriach still strongly felt throughout NBA
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.
Influence of Celtics patriach still strongly felt throughout NBA
WALTHAM, Mass. - Boston Celtics coach Doc Rivers called his players together before practice to talk to them about Red Auerbach. It was too late to get to know him, but important that the players understood what he meant to the team, the city, the game.
Vick again uses arm to deliver a victory
Hoover has proven he's not just another fullback
Falcons relying on replacements
Minnie B. Johnson (SIMPSONVILLE, S.C.)
SIMPSONVILLE, S.C. - Minnie B. Johnson departed her life on October 28, 2006 at Greenville Hospital System in Greenville, S.C. She was a recent resident of Simpsonville, S.C. Prior to that time, she was a resident of Aiken, S.C. She leaves her beloved ones being her children, Leroy (Bennie R.) Johnson, Jr., Barbara (Arthur) Snapp, Judy Johnson, Arnold Johnson, Mary Beth (Wayne) Banks, Douglas (Renae) Johnson and her granddaughter, Taisha (Patrick) Hogan. She leaves twelve grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, two brothers, three sisters, one brother-in-law, and four sisters-in-law. Her arrangements will be provided by Jackson-Brooks Funeral Home. You may contact them at 803-649-6123 or Leroy Johnson at 706-796-0190 or Douglas Johnson at 864-363-3415. The family appreciates your thoughts and prayers. Jackson-Brooks Funeral Home, Aiken.
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.
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.
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 .
Margie H. Hewett (EDGEFIELD, S.C.)
EDGEFIELD, S.C. - Miss Margie Helen Hewett, 62, of Hwy 25 North, died Saturday October 28, 2006 at Edgefield County Hospital. Funeral Services will be held Tuesday 2 P.M. at Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witness in Edgefield with burial at Sunset Gardens Memorial Park. Miss Hewett was born in Wadley, Ga. and attended the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witness. She worked at the Emerald Center in Saluda and was a Homemaker Survivors include 4 sisters, Naomi Scarber, Edwina Miller, both of Edgefield, Lucille Nieb, Chantilly, Va., Rachel Schoenberger, Edgewater, Fla. The family is at the home and will receive friends from 6 to 8 P.M. Monday at Edgefield Mercantile Funeral Home. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
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.
Roy Bane Dotson (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. - Entered into rest Sunday, October 29, 2006, Mr. Roy Bane Dotson, 66, of 581 Cherokee Dr., North Augusta, SC, beloved husband of Mrs. Gail Watson Dotson. Born in Edgefield County, SC, he was a son of the late Leroy and Lenner Doolittle Dotson. Mr. Dotson retired from Owens Corning Fiberglass after thirty-three years of service. He was a member of Langley Pentecostal Holiness Church, and was also a member of the Albert Pike Masonic Lodge, A.F.M #174, was a York and Scottish Rite Mason and was a member of the Jamil Shrine Temple. In addition to his wife, he is survived by a daughter, Denise Dickey, (Dennis) Clearwater, SC; brother, Edward Dotson, Bath, SC; and grandchildren, Darin and Drew Dickey. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, afternoon, October 31, 2006 at 3 o'clock at Langley Pentecostal Holiness Church Langley, SC, with Pastor Gene Brown. Interment with Masonic Rites accorded by the Albert M. Pike Masonic Lodge, #174 will follow in Sunset Memorial Gardens, Graniteville, SC. Pallbearers will be Gene Garland, H.W. Goodwin, Jerry Archer, Charles Toole, Ray Williamson, and Ed Bruce. Honorary pallbearers will be members of the Albert M. Pike Masonic Lodge. The family will receive friends this evening from 6 until 8 o'clock at Hatcher Funeral Home & Cremation Service, U.S. Hwy. No. 1, Langley, S.C. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
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
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. Mr. Beard was a native of Augusta, but made his home in Dallas, Texas. Other survivors include his brother, Mr. Michael Beard, Evans; two nieces, Ms. Valerie Beard and Ms. Allison Beard; nephew, Marcus Beard; and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, other relatives, and friends. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, October 31, 2006 at 3:00 p.m. from Beulah Grove Baptist Church of which Rev. Dr. Sam Davis is pastor with Rev. George Edward officiating. Interment will be in Walker Memorial Park. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Monday night from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. The Historic Dent's Undertaking Establishment serving the CSRA since the 1800's.
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
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
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
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.
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.
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, NCOProfessional 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. Memorials may be made to St. Teresa of Avila Catholic Church Building Fund, 4921 Columbia Road Grovetown, GA 30813. Lowe Funeral Home, 77 W Gibson St. Warrenton GA 30828 (706) 465-3333 Email: Lowe113@cs.com The AugustaChronicle-October 30, 2006
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.
James R. Moss (THOMSON, Ga.)
THOMSON, Ga. - Funeral service for Mr. James Roy 'Bubba' Moss, 58, of Thomson will be held on Tuesday October 31, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. at the Winns Oliver A.M.E. Church, Norwood, Ga. Rev. Johnnie Hunter, Pastor, officiating. Interment in the church cemetery. Survivors are eleven sons, Joshua McNair, Denzel McNair, Justin McNair, Gregory (Cynthia) Moss all of Thomson, Nicklaus Moss of Camak, James (Freida) Bouttry of Augusta, Clifton (Caliece) Hart of Hephzibah, Davion (Audrie) Hart of Evans, Tommetreon Hart of Roswell, Jameon Moss and Christopher Person both of Atlanta; five daughters, Nicole Martin, Ceceila (Tony) Hart of Thomson and Melissa (James) Moss of Honolulu, Hawaii, Alexjandra Person of Virginia and Neykhia Person of Atlanta; one brother Henry Lee (Sarah) Moss of Mesena, Ga.; six sisters, Betty( Bennie) Jackson, Dorothy Howard, Catherine Moss, Tammy Johnson and Barnes Hatcher all of Thomson, Christine Moss of Decatur; 13 grandchildren,1 great-grandchild, other relatives and friends. Thomson Funeral System, Thomson,Ga.
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
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.
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.
Inman Hodges (STATESBORO, Ga.)
STATESBORO, Ga. - Mr. Inman (Ike) Hodges, age 85, died Saturday at East Georgia Regional Medical Center. The Bulloch County native had lived in North Augusta for 18 years, Clarks Hill for 26 years before moving to Statesboro in 1997. He was employed with DuPont Corporation for 25 years and was the owner and operator of Hillcrest Motel and Grill for 26 years in Clarks Hill, SC. Mr. Hodges attended Brooklet Primitive Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his parents Ancil and Gertrude Hodges and his wife Elizabeth Spell Hodges. Surviving are a son and daughter- in-law, Jerry and Linda Hodges of Dublin; a sister and brother-in-law, Bonnie and Wilbur Garrett of Aiken SC; a brother and sister-in-law, Donald and Billie Hodges of Statesboro; two grandchildren, Teressa Lynn Hatcher and Steven Brian Hodges and his wife Elizabeth Cook Hodges; and two great granddaughters, Hannah Lea Hatcher and Aubrey Grace Hodges. Funeral services for Mr. Hodges will be held Wednesday at 11:00am in the chapel of Joiner-Anderson Funeral Home with Elders Lavonne Anderson, Bill Durrence and Ralph Riner officiating. Visitation will be held Tuesday from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Joiner-Anderson Funeral Home. Graveside services and burial will be in the Swainsboro City Cemetery at 2:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Pallbearers will be Henry Burroughs, Steven Brian Hodges, Don W. Hodges, Greg Hodges, Randy Sharpe and David Little Jr. Friends may sign the online register book at www.joineranderson.com . Joiner-Anderson Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
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
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.
Carlene Fries (SWAINSBORO, Ga.)
SWAINSBORO, Ga. - Peebles- Curry-Durden Mortuary announces the death of Carlene Thompson Fries, age 77, at Emanuel Medical Center after a brief illness. Graveside services will be Tuesday October 31, 2006 at 11 a.m. in the Swainsboro City Cemetery with Elder Jerry Brown officiating. The family will receive friends at Peebles-Curry-Durden Mortuary Monday evening from 6 - 8 p.m.
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.
Dorothy Anderson (SYLVANIA, Ga.)
SYLVANIA, Ga. - Mrs. Dorothy Griner Anderson, 84, died Saturday, 10/28/2006, in the Screven County Hospital. The Screven County native was a member of the Sylvania First Baptist Church and was a retired beautician. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Joy A. Main and 2 brothers, Lavaughn Griner and Lewis Griner. Survivors include her husband, Edward Nelson Anderson, Sylvania; a daughter, Jane A. Romansteine, Sylvania; sisters and brother-in- law, Frances G. Godbee and Melba Jean G. Jeffers both of Sylvania, and Linda G. and Joe Morris, South Effingham; a brother and sister-in- law, Edwin and Elaine Griner, Alpharetta, GA; grandchildren, Michael Dewall Waters, Charleston, SC, Emory Christopher and Amelin Main, Ridgeville, SC, Janet Lynne and Trey Moore, Columbia, SC, Leslie and Mark Thompson, Charlotte, NC, and Jeffery A. Main, Summerville, SC; 5 great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services Tuesday, October 31, 2006 at 2:00 P.M. at the Sylvania First Baptist Church with the Rev. Lonnie Norris officiating. Burial in Screven County Memorial Cemetery. Active pallbearers will be: Danny Bishop, Richard Godbee, Bill Jeffers, Dale Griner, Robert Griner, Steven Griner, Larry Anderson, David Flanders, and Jess Morris. Honorary pallbearers: Members of the Faith Sunday School Class of Sylvania First Baptist Church. Visitation will be Monday from 6 until 8 P.M. at the funeral home. Thompson-Strickland-Waters Funeral Home of Sylvania. 912/564-2331. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
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
Robert A. Johler (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. - Mr. Robert A. Johler, 87, of Campbellton Drive, North Augusta, SC, died October 28, 2006. Memorial services will be conducted at a later date. Mr. Johler was a native of Scranton, Pennsylvania having made North Augusta his home for the past 31 years. He was a member of Grace United Methodist Church where he attended the Stillwell Sunday School Class. Mr. Johler retired from the E.I. DuPont Company with 39 years of service. He was a Mechanical Engineer. Mr. Johler was the recipient of the 50 year pin from the American Society of Mechanical Engineers and was an avid golfer. Survivors include his wife, Elizabeth "Betty" Johler; a son and daughter-in-law, Rex A. and Susan Johler, East Liverpool, Ohio; a daughter and son-in-law, Gail and James Bernardin, Oxbow, Maine; four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Memorials may be made to the Grace United Methodist Church Building Fund, 639 Georgia Avenue, North Augusta, SC 29841. Stephen D. Posey Funeral Home of North Augusta in charge of arrangements (803.278.1181). Visit the registry online at www.poseyfuneralhome.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
Hardy Allan Risteen (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
AUGUSTA, Ga. - Mr. Hardy Allan Risteen, 70, went home to be with his Lord, Sunday, October 29, 2006 at his residence. Mr. Risteen was born in Lexington, Kentucky and was a life long resident of Augusta. After graduating from Vanderbilt University, Hardy served in the United States Navy as a LTJG on the USS Tulare. He was a Civil Engineer with Boral Brick (formerly Merry Brothers Brick and Tile Company) and University Hospital. Family members include his daughter, Rebecca (Becky) Louise Risteen of Montgomery, AL. Hardy was the son of the late Dr. and Mrs. Wilford A. Risteen. A memorial service will be at two o'clock Tuesday, October 31, at Redeemer Presbyterian Church (4408 Evans-to-Lock Road) with Pastor Charlie Stakely. Honorary pallbearers will be Mr. Harold Baker, Mr. Frank Cheney, Mr. Joe Fuller, Mr. George Lenz, Mr. Leonard Martin, Mr. Melborn Lovett, Mr. Edward McGee, Jr., Mr. Kenneth Merry, Jr., Mr. Charles Moyer, Mr. Robert Sherman, Mr. Leroy Walker, and Mr. Willie Walker. Graveside service will follow at Westover Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Redeemer Presbyterian Church, Evans, GA. The family will receive friends Monday evening (October 30) at the residence from 6 until 8 o'clock. Thomas Poteet & Son Funeral Directors, 214 Davis Rd., Augusta, GA 30907 (706) 364-8484. Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
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
Mattie Waters (SYLVANIA, Ga.)
SYLVANIA, Ga. - Mrs. Mattie Lee Jenkins Waters, 71, died Saturday, October 28, 2006 in Screven County Hospital. Funeral services are 11:00 A.M. Tuesday, October 31, 2006, at Union Baptist Church with Rev. Al Usher and Rev. Jimmy Mulkey officiating. Burial in Jackson Baptist Church Cemetery. Visitation will be Monday, 6 until 8 PM. at the funeral home. Thompson-Strickland-Waters Funeral Home of Sylvania. 912- 564-2331.
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.
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. The remains will lie in state at the church from 1:00 p.m. until the hour of service. Williams Funeral Home, 2945 Old Tobacco Road, Hephzibah, Ga.
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
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 this 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. Stephen D. Posey Funeral Home of North Augusta in charge of arrangements (803-278-1181). Visit the online registry at www.poseyfuneralhome.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
Lee Williamson (FLORENCE, S.C.)
FLORENCE, S.C. - Funeral Services for Mr. Lee Williamson, 84, of Old Mill Road, Florence, SC who died October 28, 2006 will be conducted Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the Bethel United Methodist Church. Interment in Jackson Memorial Cemetery. Mr. Williamson was a life-long resident of Jackson, SC having made Florence his home for the past three years. He was a member of Bethel United Methodist Church. Mr. Williamson was known in the community for his wide knowledge on a variety of subjects. Survivors include five sons, Joe Williamson, Tucson, AZ, Fred Williamson and Richard Williamson both of Florence, SC, Paul Williamson, Easley, SC and Alva Williamson, Darlington, SC; a daughter Kathy McCoy, Lake City, SC; eight grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Pallbearers will Joe Williamson, Fred Williamson, Richard Williamson, Paul Williamson, Alva Williamson and Billy Fox. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at Bethel United Methodist Church. Memorials may be made to the Augusta Humane Society, PO Box 12035, Augusta, GA 30914-2035. Stephen D. Posey Funeral Home of North Augusta in charge of arrangements (803.278.1181). Visit the registry online at www.poseyfuneralhome.com . 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
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 1970 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.
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.
Betty Owens Royal (BEECH ISLAND, S.C.)
BEECH ISLAND, S.C. - Mrs. Betty Owens Royal, 79, of Gladys Drive, Beech Island, SC, died October 28, 2006. Private family services will be held at a later date. Mrs. Royal was a native of Augusta, Georgia, resided in California for 23 years and most recently made her home in Beech Island, SC. She was a member of the Methodist Faith. Survivors include a son, Sterling Hancock, Beech Island, SC; 2 daughters, Michelle H. Tuten, Hampton, SC and Debbie Contreras, Freemont, CA; a brother Raymond S. Owens, Martinez, GA; 10 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, PO Box 1725, Augusta, Georgia 30903. Stephen D. Posey Funeral Home of North Augusta in charge of arrangements (803-278-1181). Visit the registry online at www.poseyfuneralhome.com . Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com
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.
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 this afternoon at 3 o'clock at Hatcher Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Langley, SC, with the Reverend Charlotte Waldrop, officiating. At his request, following the funeral service, Dr. Pemble will be cremated. The family will receive friends this afternoon from 1 o'clock until the time of service at Hatcher Funeral Home & Cremation Service, US Hwy., 1, Langley, S.C.
Henry Arthur Queen ( MARTINEZ, Ga.)
Verain Dunbar (BROOKLYN, N.Y.)
Roy Bane Dotson (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Robert A. Johler (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
Minnie B. Johnson (SIMPSONVILLE, S.C.)
Margie H. Hewett (EDGEFIELD, S.C.)
Pamela A. Powers (AIKEN, S.C.)
Frank Tollison (EDGEFIELD, S.C.)
Marblouis Levi Myers (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Robert Garnett (LINCOLNTON, Ga.)
Frank Tollison (EDGEFIELD, S.C.)
Hardy Allan Risteen (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
David Everett (JOHNSTON, S.C.)
Robert A. Johler (NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C.)
James T. Greaves (MARTINEZ, Ga.)
Lee Williamson (FLORENCE, S.C.)
David Everett (JOHNSTON, S.C.)
Inman Hodges (STATESBORO, Ga.)
Juanita J. Haynes (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
Henry Arthur Queen ( MARTINEZ, Ga.)
James Thompson (PENFIELD, Ga.)
Dorothy Anderson (SYLVANIA, Ga.)
Walter E. Stair (AUGUSTA, Ga.)
John Barclay (WASHINGTON, Ga.)
Bertie Jane Hodges (SYLVANIA, Ga.)
Carlene Fries (SWAINSBORO, Ga.)
Louise Sampson (NEW JERSEY CITY, N.J.)
Samuel Lyntz Gifford (EATONTON, Ga.)
James T. Greaves (MARTINEZ, Ga.)
Elwood Lanier Clark (WARTHEN, Ga.)
Betty Owens Royal (BEECH ISLAND, S.C.)
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.
NBHA World Championships: Sweepstakes working order
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
No ordinary Sunday ride
Tracy Brandt of Charlton, Mass., rides Leo Six Killer during the directors' barrel horse race at the Hippodrome in North Augusta, S.C. The National Barrel Horse Association World Championships start this week in Augusta.
NBHA World Championships: Sweepstakes working order
Here is the Sweepstakes draw for the 2006 NBHA World Championships.
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.
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., the Pacers fell to Lander 1-0 on Sunday in the Peach Belt Conference men's championship match.
Ando is surprise winner
Japan swept the singles titles at Skate America, except with a surprise women's winner, Miki Ando.
Gallovits slams competition
One point during the championship match of the Pro Women's Challenger event illustrated just how far Edina Gallovits has come since a first-round loss last year at the Club at Raes Creek.
Sheiks hope to continue success
It's been a sensational year of racing in America for the royal Maktoum family of Dubai.
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.
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.
Outdoors calendar
All the listed events are open to the public, although membership in some organizations might be required.
Uneventful morning was just fine
Photos: Opening the season in style
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
I had a rare morning to myself last week and decided to spend it in the woods, watching for whitetails.
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.
Vick again uses arm to deliver a victory
CINCINNATI - Always a threat with his feet, Michael Vick has thrown a new appendage into the NFC arms race.
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.
Johnson scores, but Hall wins
CINCINNATI - DeAngelo Hall didn't have too much to say during a midweek verbal assault from Bengals receiver Chad Johnson. In fact, the Falcons' Pro Bowl cornerback asked for only one thing - bump coverage on the opening defensive play of the game.
Georgia Tech steps out of the shadows
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.
Dogs' defense is starting to come around
Georgia defense came alive too late this time
Dogs' defense is starting to come around
Two weeks ago, Georgia coach Mark Richt suggested that Mississippi State could turn on film of his team's loss to Vanderbilt and there would be no intimidation factor.
Fulmer, Volunteers get some revenge
Fulmer, Volunteers get some revenge
Tennessee's Phillip Fulmer earned the right to take a couple of verbal pokes at Steve Spurrier this year.
Fair photography competition winners
Athlete Spotlight: Kristen Williams
Restaurants help Aiken SPCA raise some bucks for its animal shelter
Playhouse youth wing members will direct in festival
Five questions with Pamela Jung
Photos: The great pumpkin contest
Lack of focus might be diet-related
Churches act together to help needy
Quality education is not all about finances
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