Eugene Delano Best

Sylvania, GA---Mr. Eugene Delano Best, 73, entered into rest on Saturday, December 6, 2008 at Heartland Hospice, in Macon, Georgia.

The family will receive friends, in celebration of his life, from 11:00 am to 2:30 pm on Wednesday, December 10, 2008, at 18 Curry Street in Augusta, where his remains will lie in state.

The celebration will continue, at 3:00 pm on Wednesday, at Westview Cemetery, where graveside services and interment are to be held.

Mr. Best was born on February 22, 1935 in Sylvania, Screven County, Georgia. He lived most of his adult life in Augusta, where he operated a retail business, for many years. Following his retirement, he returned to Screven County.

He was preceded in death by his loving and devoted wife, Carolee Best, mother, Rachel Best and father, Benjamin Best and by brothers, Paschal Best and Ralph Best.

He leaves wonderful memories to his children, Timothy Best, of Sylvania, Regina Ernst (Michael), of Macon, grandchildren, George “Bud” Howell, Christina Howell, Kimberly Best and Cassandra Gholson and special friends, Pam and Dick Gibson.

Flowers will be accepted or donations may be made to Heartland Hospice, 115 Arkwright Landing, Macon, Georgia 31204.