
Recent Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Richmond County and Columbia County Georgia
James Perrin Young Jr.
May 3, 2026
Mr. James Perrin Young Jr., of Augusta, Georgia, passed away on May 3, 2026 in Grovetown.
The family will receive friends on Thursday evening from 4:00 until 7:00 PM at Platts Funeral Home on Belair Road. Military honors will be rendered at the funeral home at 7:00.
James, a native of Augusta, was born on December 7, 1946 to James and Doris...
Major Calvin "Steve" Estese Morris, Jr.
Apr 30, 2026
Major Calvin "Steve" Estese Morris Jr. of Appling, Georgia entered into eternal rest on April 30,2026 at his residence. He was born in Augusta, Georgia on October 25, 1963 and he was a native of Harlem, Georgia. Steve is the son of the late Frances Morris and Calvin Estese Morris, Sr.
He graduated in 1981 from Harlem High School and continued...
Lanier Savage
Apr 30, 2026
Born in Commerce, Georgia, to Coyle and Edna Savage, Lanier Savage has died, age 85.
Lanier retired from Georgia Power after 41 years in Atlanta and Augusta. A hunter and avid golfer, he was above all a beloved husband, father, and grandfather.
He was preceded in death by his sister, Eleanor “Bug” Patterson, and granddaughter, Morgan Taylor Savage.
Surviving are his wife, Henri;...
Norman Paul Symons II
Apr 29, 2026
Mr. Norman Paul Symons II, beloved husband of Pam, entered into rest on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at his residence.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, in the chapel of Warren Church. The family will be available for visitation at the church one hour prior to the service. Burial will follow at Bellevue Memorial...
Patsy Daniel Harris
Apr 29, 2026
Mrs. Patsy Harris entered into rest on Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at her residence.
Funeral services will be held at 1:00PM on Monday, May 4, 2026 at Platts Funeral Home Belair Road Chapel with the Rev. Larry Harmon and the Rev. Malone Morris officiating. The family will receive friends prior to the service from 10:00 AM until service time. Burial will...
Dalton Walworth McDavid
Apr 26, 2026
Dalton Wallworth McDavid, born January 17, 1977, in Gainesville, Florida, passed away on Sunday, April 26, leaving behind a family who will remember him with love and lasting memories.
Dalton was a dedicated millwright and took pride in his work with Triosim. He was known for his strong work ethic and the skill he brought to his trade. Outside of work,...
Deborah D Carde
Apr 21, 2026
Deborah D. Carde, 72, entered eternal rest on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, surrounded by her loved ones.
Deborah D. Carde was born on September 2, 1953, in Chicago, Illinois, to Dave Carde Jr. and Bessie Carde. She was the only daughter among five children and shared a close and loving bond with her four brothers.
At an early age, Deborah professed her...
Robert John Hornak
Apr 21, 2026
Robert J. Hornak, July 24, 1950 - April 21, 2026, of Grovetown, GA and formerly of South Daytona, FL, Lawrenceville NJ, and Hazlet NJ. Born in Brooklyn, NY to Grace and John Hornak.
Bob was pre-deceased by the love of his life, Christine Locatelli, in 2011. Bob is survived by his son Robert W. Hornak, daughter Dr. Beth Anne Flack, son-in-law...
Patricia Priester Lunceford
Apr 21, 2026
Patricia Priester Lunceford, age 84, entered her eternal rest on April 21, 2026 at her home in Evans, Georgia, surrounded by family.
Patricia was born in Hampton County, South Carolina to George Washington and Marilyn Hiers Priester. She was a graduate of Hampton County High School and married William Earl Lunceford of Wilkes County, Georgia on February 4, 1967.
She was a...
Ricardo Fernandez
Apr 20, 2026
Mr. Ricardo Fernandez, beloved husband of Melva, entered into rest on Monday, April 20, 2026 at his residence.
The family will hold a celebration of his life at a later date in Spain.
Ricardo was one of four children born to Enrique and Mercedes Fernandez in La Coruna, Spain. He emigrated to Canada in the 1960’s and settled in Montreal then Toronto....
Mitchell Todd Satterfield
Apr 18, 2026
Mr. Mitchell Todd Satterfield entered into rest on Saturday, April 18, 2026.Mitchell was known for his outgoing nature, and his ability to make friends wherever he went. He never met a stranger—only people he hadn’t yet gotten to know. His great sense of humor was a constant source of joy to those around him, and his laughter had a way...
Bowdre Phinizy Mays Jr.
Apr 15, 2026
Bowdre Phinizy Mays, Jr., died on April 15, 2026, in Augusta, Georgia.
Born Feb. 4, 1927, the first son and second child of the late Frank Clark Inman and Bowdre Phinizy Mays at the old University Hospital, Augusta, GA. His beloved maternal grandmother, Frankie Clark Inman Doughty and his great-aunts Mary Lou Phinizy (Godmother), and Mary Stedman (“Ted”) Clark Ridgely had...
Ethel B Hale
Apr 12, 2026
Mrs. Ethel B. Hale, age 95, of Augusta, Georgia passed away on Sunday, April 12, 2026 at Keysville Nursing Home in Keysville, Georgia.
A native of Augusta, Georgia, Mrs. Hale was born on April 27, 1930 the daughter of the late Solomon C. and Mary Ann Spires Busch. She was the oldest living member of the Ebenezer Baptist Church in Trenton,...
Jane Bliss Baggarly Mathews
Apr 9, 2026
Jane Bliss Baggarly Mathews, 89, wife of Captain George William "Bill" Mathews, Jr., MC, USN (Ret.), passed away peacefully in Memphis, Tennessee on April 9, 2026. Jane was born on June 12, 1936 to Ernest M. Baggarly and Vivian Bliss Baggarly Kelley in Macon, Georgia, where she spent the early years of her life. She graduated from Miller High School...
Linda Charlene Comstock
Apr 7, 2026
Ms Linda Charlene Comstock entered into her heavenly home on April 7, 2026.
Linda was born in Evansville, Indiana to her loving parents, Eldon and Marie Comstock.
Linda earned her bachelor’s and master’s degree from Indiana University majoring in elementary education with a reading endorsement. She also received an administrative degree.
Linda was a devoted educator working as a teacher and principal for...
Cynthia Ann Grant
Apr 6, 2026
Cynthia “Cindy” Ann Watson Grant passed away on Monday, April 6, 2026 at home surrounded by love in Evans, Georgia. She was proudly born to the late Bobby and Kitty Watson in San Angelo, Texas and carried her big Texan laugh with her always.
She is survived by her devoted husband, Gregory Grant; daughter and son-in-law, Katie and Michael Fritz; son...
Holly Renee Hockman
Apr 3, 2026
Holly Renee Hockman passed away peacefully on April 3, 2026, in Augusta, Georgia, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on June 3, 1962, in Aiken, South Carolina, Holly lived a life marked by her deep love for family, nature, and her unwavering enthusiasm for football.
Holly was a devoted mother who cherished every moment spent with her children, Cory and...
Douglas Ronald Newton
Apr 2, 2026
Douglas Ronald Newton
September 15, 1942 – April 2, 2026
Doug Newton, 83 years old, passed away peacefully on April 2, 2026, surrounded by love and a lifetime of memories well lived. Born on September 15, 1942, in Denver, Colorado, Doug lived a life defined by faith, service, hard work, adventure, and a deep devotion to family, friends, and community.
From an early...
Norfleet Stewart
Mar 28, 2026
Mr. Norfleet Stewart, age 74, of Augusta, Georgia passed away on Saturday, March 28, 2026 at a local health care center.
A native of Compton, California, Mr. Stewart was born on November 13,1951, the son of the late Willie and Adielia Benson Stewart. Mr. Stewart proudly in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. After his military service, Mr. Stewart...






