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Recent Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Richmond County and Columbia County Georgia

Clement Carl Ingram

Clement Carl Ingram

Jul 22, 2026

Clement Carl Ingram, 75, of Augusta, Georgia, passed away peacefully of natural causes on Wednesday July 22, 2026.

Carl was born in Lancaster SC on September 8, 1950, the fourth child of six, to the late Odell Hunter and Grace Vermelle Ingram. Carl grew up in Charlotte NC. He graduated from Harding High School, obtained a BS degree in Industrial Engineering...

James "Jimmy" Edward O'Brien

James "Jimmy" Edward O'Brien

Jul 17, 2026

James “Jimmy” Edward O’Brien, loving husband of Elizabeth Ann O’Brien for 63 years, entered eternal rest on Friday, July 17, 2026, surrounded by cherished loved ones.

Jimmy was born on September 1, 1936, in the Bronx, New York, to John and Margaret O’Brien. He was one of four children and spent most of his life in New York.

Following his graduation from...

Mitzi Kay Lamour

Mitzi Kay Lamour

Jul 16, 2026

Mrs. Mitzi Lamour, beloved wife of Gary Lamour, entered into rest on Thursday, July 16, 2026, at her residence.

Mitzi was born on June 9th, 1955. At just 16 years old, Mitzi was left to make her way in the world on her own. With no safety net and no one to lean on, she worked tirelessly to build a better...

David P Jones

David P Jones

Jul 13, 2026

David Patney Jones, loving husband and father, entered eternal rest on July13, 2026. He was the son of the late Pastor William Henry Jones and Ms. Jimmie Lavern Dean, both of Augusta, Georgia.

A native of Augusta, David graduated from Evans High School and later attended Augusta College, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in Biology. After 25 years of dedicated...

Joseph Edward Newman, Jr

Joseph Edward Newman, Jr

Jul 12, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Joseph Edward Newman Jr, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, who left this world peacefully on July 12, 2026, at his home in Grovetown, Ga surrounded by his family. Born on May 6, 1952, in Augusta, Ga Joseph lived a life rich in love, laughter, and service...

Joel Fineman Cohen

Joel Fineman Cohen

Jul 8, 2026

Joel Fineman Cohen was born on July 20, 1933, in Baltimore, Maryland, to Nathaniel and Heline Fineman and died on July 8, 2026. He attended Richmond Academy, and after he graduated, he attended Augusta College for one year and then attended Georgia Tech, from which he graduated in 1954. 

After graduation, he went into U.S. Air Force pilot training, and he...

Marie Wheatley Hiller

Marie Wheatley Hiller

Jul 5, 2026

Mrs. Marie Wheatley Hiller, beloved wife of 58 years of the late Frederick “Fred” Hiller,entered into rest on Sunday, July 5, 2026 at her residence.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM on Friday, July 10, 2026 at McCormick First Baptist Church with the Rev. Chris Gulledge officiating. The family will greet friends one hour prior to the service. Burial...

Courtnei Eleyse McCray

Courtnei Eleyse McCray

Jul 3, 2026

Courtnei Eleyse McCray, born July 20, 1985, in Augusta, GA, passed away peacefully on July 3, 2026, in her hometown of Augusta at the age of 40. Her life, though cut short, touched all who knew her with warmth, compassion, and an enduring spirit.

Courtnei was the beloved daughter of Cheryl Smith and Michael Heady. Her strength and kindness reflected the...

Deanna Jayne Williams

Deanna Jayne Williams

Jul 1, 2026

Deanna Jayne Williams, beloved wife of the late Thomas Joseph “Joe” Martin, entered into rest on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, at her residence.

A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, July 12, 2026, in the Belair Road Chapel of Platt’s Funeral Home. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. Burial will be held...

Deborah Jordan Bates, M.D.

Deborah Jordan Bates, M.D.

Jun 29, 2026

It is with deep sadness that we announce the loss of Dr. Deborah “Debbie” Jordan Bates, who passed away unexpectedly on Monday, June 29th from a sudden illness.

Debbie was a highly respected physician and a cherished wife, sister, mother, daughter, grandmother, aunt, and friend. She was born on November 9, 1951 and raised in Augusta, Georgia, where she attended Monte...

Terry Eugene Bray

Terry Eugene Bray

Jun 28, 2026

Terry Eugene Bray, 79, of Evans, Georgia, entered eternal rest on Sunday, June 28, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.

Born May 8, 1947, in Atlanta, Georgia, to Walter Eugene Bray and Geneva Evelyn Gibson Bray, Terry grew up in East Atlanta and graduated from Roosevelt High School. He played football, baseball, and basketball and developed a lifelong love of sports.

As...

Jimmie Ray Kirkland

Jimmie Ray Kirkland

Jun 27, 2026

Jimmie Ray Kirkland, the beloved husband of Camille Kirkland of 56 years, entered eternal rest on Saturday, June 27, 2026, in Savannah, Georgia surrounded by loved ones.

Jimmie was born on January 17, 1945, to his parents, H.V. Kirkland and Ruth B. Kirkland. He was one of two sons.

Jimmie was a native to Greenback, Tennessee before his family moved to Evans,...

Louise Franklin Sheehan

Louise Franklin Sheehan

Jun 26, 2026

Enjoy me while I’m here but when I’m gone don’t make a fuss! Just have a party and celebrate. And don’t say all that stuff about me in the newspaper! Everyone doesn’t need to know everything I’ve done and been! Say what’s most important to me. And she elaborated…

Louise Franklin Sheehan, 87, passed away peacefully at home on June 26....

Vernon William Lewis

Vernon William Lewis

Jun 24, 2026

With deep respect, we remember and honor the life of Vernon William Lewis, who passed away on June 24, 2026, in Evans, Georgia. Vernon was born on January 31, 1942 in Augusta, Georgia, and over his eighty-four years, he left an indelible mark on all who were privileged to know him.

Vernon loved his family fiercely. His wife Ponda Lewis was...

Chris Wayne Griffin

Chris Wayne Griffin

Jun 24, 2026

Mr. Chris Wayne Griffin, age 64, of Augusta, Georgia passed away Wednesday, June 24, 2026, at a local hospital.

A native of Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, Mr. Griffin was born the son of Dena Faye Thurmond Griffin and the late L. Wayne Griffin. Mr. Griffin proudly served in the United States Navy and was preceded in death by his wife, Michelle...

Nancy H. Bowers

Nancy H. Bowers

Jun 24, 2026

Nancy Heath Bowers was born on November 14th, 1943, the oldest daughter of Thomas and Doris Bentley Heath. Nancy Bowers grew up in Augusta, GA. and attended the Academy of Richmond County.

Nancy Bowers married the love of her life Dr. Ronald W. Bowers on April 29th, 1960. Together they shared a lifelong love story raising 4 children, traveling the world...

Cameron Blake Seymour

Cameron Blake Seymour

Jun 20, 2026

Cameron Blake Seymour, 43, of Appling, GA passed away on Saturday, June 20th, 2026. Cam was born on November 13th, 1982, in Baxley, GA. He was a graduate of the Greenbrier High School class of 2001. Cam spent the majority of his life in Appling, appreciating the beauty of Clarks Hill Lake. He was a cherished son, brother, nephew, and...

Margaret Louise Haines

Margaret Louise Haines

Jun 18, 2026

Margaret Louise Haines, 86, of Evans, Georgia, entered eternal rest on Thursday, June 18, 2026, surrounded by loved ones.

Margaret was born in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, to Norris Jacob Kirk and Marvel Scott Kirk on July 11, 1939. She lived a life marked by service, strength, and devotion to others.

Margaret worked as a nurse, caring for others with compassion and dedication. She...

Charles Randall β€œRandy” Teasley

Charles Randall β€œRandy” Teasley

Jun 18, 2026

Charles Randall “Randy” Teasley, 77, entered into eternal rest on June 18, 2026 at his home surrounded by his family. Born July 24, 1948 in Augusta, GA to the late Charles Lamar Teasley and Marian Psalmond Teasley Burgess.

Randy retired from Richmond County Public Safety as a Firefighter, he was also a US Air Force Veteran with 2 tours in Vietnam,...

Maria Lagger

Maria Lagger

Jun 17, 2026

Maria Lagger, 85, wife of Walter Lagger, entered eternal rest on Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at home, surrounded by family in Evans, GA.

Born on July 2, 1940 in Oberschwaben (Majere), Slovakia, she was the daughter of Johann and Margarete (Kohler) Weinbrenner. Maria grew up in Furth im Wald, Germany, coming to the United States in 1957. First arriving in the...