Recent Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Richmond County and Columbia County Georgia
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...
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, of Evans, Ga, passed away on November 29, 2025 in Augusta, Ga.
Michael was born San Francisco, CA to Mary Perez and Michael Perez Franko on March 1, 1947. He went to school at Balboa High School. He married Aileen Anderson on April 26, 1975 in Lake Tahoe, California.
He/she worked as a Correctional Officer for Augusta Correctional...
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,...
Charles Matthew Dunaway
Nov 23, 2025
Charles was born on October 30, 1934 in Augusta, GA. He was the son of the late Hogan E. Dunaway and Grace Bunn Dunaway. Charles was a 1954 graduate of Boys’ Catholic High School and lived his entire life in Augusta, GA. Charles was a successful businessman. He worked in the family printing business (Dunaway Printing Company), was the owner...
Bobbie Winkler
Nov 22, 2025
Bobbie D Winkler, beloved wife of David Winkler, passed away peacefully on November 22, 2025.
The family invites friends for a celebration of life at 2:00 PM on Saturday, November 29, 2025 at Platt's Funeral Home, Belair Road Chapel. They will be receiving friends for one hour prior to the service.
Bobbie was born in Oklahoma to Eddley and Margaret Dunn. She...
Margaret Miles Durant Dunstan
Nov 22, 2025
Margaret Miles Durant Dunstan, 78, of Augusta, Georgia passed away peacefully in the comfort of her home on the morning of Saturday, November 22. She was surrounded by family, flowers, and her collection of art.
Margaret was born in Pinopolis, South Carolina to Margaret and Edward Durant. She was the eldest of four children, and had two sisters, Nan, Tally, and...
Harlan E Sorensen
Nov 18, 2025
Harlen Emil Sorensen, 81, beloved husband of Luann Sorensen, entered eternal rest on Tuesday, November 18, 2025 surrounded by loved ones.
Harlan was born on May 10, 1944 in Chicago, Illinois to his parents, Harlan Sebastian Sorensen and Eleanor Mezek Sorensen. Harlan has one younger brother, Robert Sorensen.
Harlan and his father were both members of Scouts. Harlan earned the rank of...
Shirin Jordan Fennell
Nov 17, 2025
Shirin Jordan Fennell
Augusta, GA
12/4/1936 - 11/17/2025
Shirin Ruth Shull was an only child to Robert Shull and Ruth Shull, née Tankersley, of Lexington, GA. Shirin spent two years at Georgia College for Women in Milledgeville before leaving to marry John Jordan and move to Augusta, GA in 1957. While raising their two children, Shirin taught kindergarten eleven years at National Hills...
Dylin Michael Musgrove
Nov 16, 2025
Our son, Dylin “Bubby” Musgrove, 21, went home to be with Jesus on Sunday November 16th, in Augusta, GA.
Bubby was the adored son of Cat and Patrick Winter, the beloved brother and best friend to Danee Thomas and her husband Carter, and the treasured bonus brother of Max and Ben Winter.
He had an associate’s degree from Toccoa Falls College then...
Guy Henry Seymour Jr.
Nov 16, 2025
Guy Henry Seymour Jr., 78, entered into eternal rest on Sunday, November 16, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
Guy was born on May 27, 1947, in Elberton, Georgia. He grew up in the small town of Dewy Rose, Georgia where he went to school and helped with the family grocery store. He attended the University of Georgia and received a...
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