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Recent Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Richmond County and Columbia County Georgia

Jerry "Steve" Steven Farrell

Jerry "Steve" Steven Farrell

Jan 21, 2026

Jerry Steven Farrell was received in the arms of Jesus on January 21, 2026 in Augusta, GA. He is preceded in death by his father, Jerry Thurmond Farrell, his mother, Betty B. Barnard and his stepson, Chris Phipps.

Steven was born and raised in Augusta and graduated from Westside High School in 1978. Steven was a loving son and brother and...

Dianne W. Menger

Dianne W. Menger

Jan 21, 2026



Dianne Menger, 77, of Augusta Georgia, Entered into eternity January 21, 2026.

Dianne was born in Augusta to Roy and Mary Williams on June 10, 1948. She was a graduate of the Academy of Richmond County and held degrees from Georgia College and the University of Georgia.

She spent her entire career as a physical education teacher in the Richmond County school...

Larry Eugene Rogers

Larry Eugene Rogers

Jan 18, 2026



MARTINEZ, GA - Larry Eugene Rogers, age 80, beloved husband of Lois Hayes Rogers departed this life for his heavenly home on January 18, 2026, at the Georgia War Veterans Nursing Home in Augusta, GA.

The family will receive friends at 12 p.m. with funeral services following at 1 pm, on Friday, January 23, 2026 at Trinity Baptist Church, 4594 Columbia...

Elizabeth C Moody

Elizabeth C Moody

Jan 18, 2026

Elizabeth Moody (Liz) of North Augusta, SC entered into rest on January 18, 2026. Liz was born January 22, 1941 in Augusta, GA and remained a lifetime resident of the area. She retired from the U.S. Postal Service after over 20 years of service.

Preceded in death by her parents, Paul and Sadie Connell; her daughter, Linda Dietrich; and her sister,...

Janine Marie Harris

Janine Marie Harris

Jan 14, 2026

Janine Marie Harris passed away at Doctor’s Hospital unexpectedly after succumbing to respiratory failure. She entered her rest on Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at the age of 42. She was born in Augusta, Georgia at Dwight D. Eisenhower Army Medical Center to Janis Tyrell-Smith and the late Johnny Tyrell-Smith.

Janine was the second of three children and deeply rooted in family...

Linda Nelson Brouse

Linda Nelson Brouse

Jan 13, 2026

Linda Jane Brouse (Nelson), 77, of Martinez, Georgia, slipped away on January 13, 2026, at the home she filled with love and laughter. Born February 21, 1948, in Omaha, Nebraska, she poured her vibrant spirit into everyone around her—blending strength, grace, and that unforgettable zest for life. Far from quiet, Linda sparkled with charm, a genuine passion for people, and...

Carl Andrew Haas

Carl Andrew Haas

Jan 13, 2026



Carl Andrew Haas, age 67, of Hephzibah, Georgia, entered eternal rest on Tuesday, January 14, 2026.

Carl was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and family man whose presence will be deeply missed. He was united in marriage to his loving wife, Elaine Johnson Haas, with whom he shared his life and home in Hephzibah.

He leaves behind a legacy of love and...

Arianna Leoso

Arianna Leoso

Jan 13, 2026

Arianna Leoso, 21, of Evans, Georgia, passed away on January 13, 2026 in Evans, Georgia.

Arianna was born in Augusta, Georgia to Theresa Leoso. She went to school at Mast Community Charter School.

She was involved in creative arts and digital media including content creation, songwriting, singing, dancing, photography, product reviews, technology, and social media influencing. She loved music—especially K-pop—along with fashion,...

Shelia Yvonne Mitchell

Shelia Yvonne Mitchell

Jan 10, 2026

Shelia (Shelah) Yvonne Mitchell, age 78, went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on January 10, 2026, at her home, surrounded by her loving family.

Born on March 14, 1947, in Millen, Georgia, Shelia was the beloved daughter of the late George Ellis Sheley and Myrtle Saxon Sheley. Shelia lived her life grounded in faith and guided...

John Stephen Dunn II

John Stephen Dunn II

Jan 9, 2026

JOHN STEPHEN DUNN II 58 of Augusta, GA passed away at his home in Louisville, GA on Friday January 9th, 2026, after a longstanding battle with ALS.

John was born in Augusta to John Dunn Sr. And Ethel Lois Smith on August 21, 1967. A loving, dedicated nurse, John was known by all as a kind person with a great sense...

JoAnn Bugg

JoAnn Bugg

Jan 6, 2026

JoAnn Theissen Bugg, best known as "Granna," passed away peacefully on January 6, 2026, in Augusta, Georgia. Born on April 9, 1947, JoAnn was a dedicated Granna to all in her profession. She spent much of her career in medical administration, primarily serving as a surgical coordinator at the Augusta Orthopedic Clinic. Her hard work and commitment to helping others...

Towanda Maria Felix

Towanda Maria Felix

Jan 1, 2026

Retired Pre-K Educator - Mrs. Towanda Maria Felix, age 58, of Hephzibah, Ga entered into rest on Thursday, January 1, 2026 at Well Star MCG surrounded by loved ones. Mrs. Felix was born on November 16, 1967 in McCormick, South Carolina where she attended and graduated from McCormick High School. Her favorite activities were cooking and bird watching. Her beautiful...

Rick Allan Scherer

Rick Allan Scherer

Dec 31, 2025

Rick Allan Scherer, 58, of Evans, Georgia went home to be with his Heavenly Father on Wednesday, December 31st, leaving behind a legacy of unwavering faith, deep love and a quiet strength that touched everyone around him.

Rick was born in Fort Wayne, Indiana and grew up in Ossian, Indiana.

Rick loved Jesus deeply and lived his life pointing others to Him....

Constan Antonios Magoulas

Constan Antonios Magoulas

Dec 31, 2025

Constan "Costa" Antonios Magoulas aka "Gus", 98 of Augusta, GA, passed away on December 31st at NHC Healthcare in North Augusta with his family by his side.Born in Charleston, SC to Antonia (Palassis) and Antonio Magoulas in 1927. He graduated from Charleston High in 1947, served in the Navy in WWII prior to graduating from the University of South Carolina...

Dr. Daniel Franklin Ward

Dr. Daniel Franklin Ward

Dec 31, 2025

Daniel Franklin Ward, M.D., of Augusta, GA, died peacefully surrounded by his loving family on December 31, 2025. He was 89. Affectionately known as “Muttley” by his family, and Danny by his friends, Dr. Ward was an instrumental pioneer in the creation and development of much of the medical emergency, trauma and remote systems and procedures that have saved and...

Katherine Irine Akridge

Katherine Irine Akridge

Dec 31, 2025

Augusta, Ga – Mrs. Katherine Irine Akridge (Kathy Cooper), 78, entered into rest December 31, 2025.

Kathy was born June 3,1948, to the late Martha and Cecil Cooper. She attended The Academy of Richmond County and was a lifetime resident of the Augusta area. She was a lover of all animals. An avid volunteer of the Augusta Humane Society, Aiken ASPCA...

Virginia C. Monson Hamilton

Virginia C. Monson Hamilton

Dec 26, 2025

Virginia C. Hamilton, born in Alexandria, VA on October 22, 1946, died peacefully on December 26, 2025, at age 79 surrounded by loved ones. She was the oldest of six children.

Virginia was the beloved wife of Rev. Allen L. Hamilton, cherished mother of Kim Moncion, Cindy K. Gould, and Amanda K. Hamilton, stepmother to Kimberly Waters (Jason), proud grandmother of...

Robert Lee Jennings, II

Robert Lee Jennings, II

Dec 25, 2025

Robert Lee Jennings II, age 67, of Avon Park, Florida, went to be with his Lord and Savior on December 25, 2025. He was born on April 22, 1958, in Augusta, Georgia, to Robert Lee Jennings and Florence Parker. Robert grew up in Augusta, Georgia, and attended Southeastern Bible College. He spent over 20 years with Nissan North America/Infiniti, where...

Sara "Liz" Elizabeth Corley

Sara "Liz" Elizabeth Corley

Dec 20, 2025

Sara Elizabeth (Liz) Corley passed away peacefully December 20, 2025, surrounded by family and friends. She was 97 years old.

Born in Augusta, Georgia, to Thomas Benton Corley and Sara Way Corley on July 9, 1928, Liz lived most of her life in her hometown. She graduated from Tubman High School for Girls and studied at Augusta College. She worked at...