Recent Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Richmond County and Columbia County Georgia
Carolyn Smith
Dec 18, 2025
Carol White Smith passed away peacefully Thursday, December 18, 2025 surrounded by her family.
Carol was born August 23, 1944 in Augusta, GA to Buford and Ruby Brown White of Lincolnton, GA.
Carol is preceded in death by her parents and a daughter Sandra (Sandi) Gaines, brothers Jack White and Harry White of Grovetown, GA, and by her husband Ronnie Morrison and...
Larry Bruce Omstead
Dec 17, 2025
We are sad to announce the passing of Larry Bruce Omstead, 80, who entered into rest Wednesday evening on December 17th, 2025.
Larry was born in Manhattan, New York on June 6th, 1945. He spent his childhood years with his sister Linda in Spring Valley, NY, Montreal, CAN, and New City, NY. He was drafted into the United States Army in...
James Michael Hooks
Dec 16, 2025
Mr. James Michael Hooks, beloved husband of Kimberly, entered into rest on Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at Wellstar Augusta Hospital.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, December 20, 2025, at the Belair Road Chapel of Platt's Funeral Home, with Dr. Robert Lehn and Rev. David Beck officiating. The family will greet friends for one hour prior to...
James Roy Pounds
Dec 15, 2025
James Roy Pounds, age 81, of Augusta, Georgia, entered into his eternal home on December 15, 2025.James was born and raised in Augusta where he built a life rooted in faith, family, and hard work. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend whose life was marked by integrity, kindness, and quiet strength.James is survived by his loving...
Gladys Nave Williams
Dec 15, 2025
Gladys "Bitsy” Williams, 83 of Appling, Ga. peacefully went to be with our Lord and Savior on Dec. 15, 2025. Bitsy was born in Chattanooga, TN (Missionary Ridge) to Stephen Allen Williams, Jr and Gladys Nave Williams on Feb. 27, 1942. Bitsy worked as a Medical Secretary at MCG where she retired.
Bitsy was a member of West Acres Baptist Church....
Patsy Bonham Amerson
Dec 13, 2025
Patsy Bonham Amerson, beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully in her hometown of Augusta, Georgia, on December 13, 2025, at the age of 95. Born on May 12, 1930, Patsy was the daughter of Glenn Mills and Myrtie Conner.
Patsy gained an education at Augusta Technical College, where she earned an Associate degree in dietary services. She served as...
Theresa Magreski Mays
Dec 13, 2025
Mrs. Theresa Mays, beloved wife of the late Fred W. Mays, entered into rest on Saturday, December 13, 2025.
She was born to John and Ila Magreski at Fort Bragg, North Carolina. The military brought the family to Fort Gordon, and they made the Augusta area their home. She graduated from Harlem High School.
Theresa was employed by the Columbia County school...
Edward Anton Fruchtl
Dec 10, 2025
SSG Edward Anton Fruchtl (US Army RET.), beloved husband of Diane Zoldi Fruchtl, entered into rest on Wednesday, December 10, 2025 in Augusta, GA.
Edward was born on March 1, 1941 in Lewiston, Idaho to John and Junie Fruchtl. As a young man, he joined the US ARMY. Edward served 20 years, during which he survived two tours in Vietnam, relocated...
Sara Becky Davenport
Dec 10, 2025
Sara "Becky" Davenport was born July 7, 1936, in Hickory, North Carolina, to Sara and Harold Davenport. She grew up in Statesville, North Carolina, attending public school and the Lutheran Church. Becky attended Lenior-Rhyne University and North Carolina State University majoring in Medical Records Administration (MRA). She worked in the VA hospital, Chicago, Illinois, and then began teaching in Virginia....
Francis Edward Schmude
Dec 7, 2025
Francis Edward Schmude, born on November 11th, 1952, in Brooklyn, NY, passed away peacefully on December 7th, 2025, in Evans, GA.
Francis spent 18 years serving in the United States Army, reaching the rank of Sergeant. His time in the military was an important part of who he was and reflected his loyalty to his country and the values he believed...
Gary Lee Wiltse
Dec 7, 2025
Gary Lee Wiltse was born on September 19, 1933, in Lincoln, Nebraska, and passed away peacefully on December 7, 2025, in Evans, Georgia. He lived a full and meaningful life, marked by hard work, dedication, and a deep love for his family.
He was a graduate from Colorado State University, where he earned a bachelor's degree in agriculture, a foundation that...
Robin Howard O’Neal
Dec 6, 2025
Mrs. Robin Howard O’Neal, beloved wife of the later Herbert Donald O’Neal, entered into rest on Saturday, December 6, 2025 at Piedmont Augusta Hospital.
The family invites friends to a graveside service to be held at 3:00 PM on Saturday, December 13, 2025 at Hillcrest Memorial Park. Dr. Sandra Kennedy will officiate.
Robin was born and raised in Albany, Georgia. From the...
Barbara Nissen
Dec 3, 2025
Barbara Nissen passed away on December 3, 2025, in Evans, Georgia, at the age of 94. She was born on November 6, 1931, in Chicago, Illinois, and lived a long life defined by her strength and perseverance.
Barbara earned her bachelor’s degree in dietetics from Iowa State University. After completing her education, she spent many years working as a secretary at...
William "Bill" Joseph Helms
Dec 2, 2025
Mr. William (Bill) Joseph Helms, 73, entered into rest on Tuesday, December 2, 2025.
Bill was born on October 28, 1952, in New Orleans, Louisiana, to the late Lester and Marcia Helms. He graduated from Butler High School in 1971 and immediately enlisted in the United States Army, serving in Germany as a Heavy Equipment Mechanic. Following his service to the...
Richard Sterling Jones Sr.
Dec 2, 2025
Richard Sterling Jones, Sr. husband of 46 years to Becky Jones, passed away at his home on December 2, 2025, at the age of 73.
He was born in Macon, Georgia to E. Sterling and Betty M. Jones. Rick also lived in Allendale, SC but spent most of his life in Augusta, Georgia. He grew up in National Hills where he...
Barbara Jones Rinker
Dec 2, 2025
Barbara Jones Rinker, of Martinez Georgia, passed away on December 2, 2025. She was born on September 26, 1938, in Augusta, Georgia.
Barbara was the wife of the late E. Woodbury Rinker. She is survived by two sons, Rev. George W. Rinker and Frank W. Rinker. Along with her nephews Brian Jones, Charles Lollis, and Sam Malone. Her nieces Lea Ann...
Michael Daniel Cappa
Nov 29, 2025
Michael Daniel Cappa (78) beloved father, grandfather, husband and friend, of Evans, Ga, passed away in his sleep on November 29, 2025 in Augusta, Ga at the Charlie Norwood VA Medical Center.
Michael was born in San Francisco, CA to Mary Perez and Michael Perez Franko on March 1, 1947. He attended and graduated from Balboa High School in San Francisco....
Larry Don Roberts
Nov 28, 2025
Larry Don Roberts went to be with his Savior on November 28, 2025. He was born in Stanton, Texas, on December 25, 1941.
Larry lived in Midland, Texas, until his retirement in 2013, after which he and his wife Cathy moved to Grovetown, Georgia. Together, they enjoyed exploring their new home state and taking many memorable trips.
He will be dearly missed...
Susan Louisa Christmas
Nov 27, 2025
Susan Louisa Christmas (nee Wyse), 67, entered eternal rest on Thursday, November 27, 2025, surrounded by loved ones.
Susan was born on October 22, 1958 in Montreal, Quebec to her parents, Robert Nicholson Wyse and Barbara Mary Wyse (nee Vrooman). She and her sister, Jane, were very close and cherished many happy moments together throughout their childhood.
Susan grew up in Quebec...
Roger Boutall
Nov 23, 2025
Roger Boutall, age 69, passed away on November 23, 2025, in Augusta, Georgia. Born on August 6, 1956, in Chicago, Illinois, Roger lived a life marked by devotion to family, service to his country, and an endless curiosity about the world around him.
Roger spent his early childhood in Chicago and the surrounding suburbs before moving with his family to Roseville,...
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