Recent Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Richmond County and Columbia County Georgia

Cecilia Ann Toole

Cecilia Ann Toole

May 16, 2025

Cecilia Ann Toole, a luminous beacon of legal acumen and compassion, passed away on May 16, 2025, in Augusta, Georgia, at the age of 70. Born on July 26, 1954, in Sumter, South Carolina, Cecilia’s journey was characterized by her unwavering dedication to the law and her profound commitment to the welfare of her clients.

Cecilia embarked on her illustrious career...

James I. Webb

James I. Webb

May 15, 2025

James I Webb—a beloved and well-known local architect— passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 15, 2025, surrounded by loved ones.

Mr. Webb was a devoted father and grandfather, and a blessing to all who knew him. He touched countless lives—from his weekly dry cleaner to his bank teller, and everyone in between—with his kind-hearted nature, playful spirit, and genuine love for...

Sandra May Driscoll

Sandra May Driscoll

May 8, 2025

Dr. Sandra May Driscoll, age 88, died peacefully on May 8, 2025, at Stevens Park Health and Rehabilitation Augusta, GA. 

A memorial service will be held at 10:00 AM on Monday, May 19, 2025 in the Belair Road Chapel of Platts Funeral Home. The family will receive friends following the service. 

She was born in Framingham, Massachusetts in 1936. She attended Kean...

Vernon Eugene Jones

Vernon Eugene Jones

May 3, 2025

Vernon Eugene Jones entered into rest on Saturday, May 3, 2025 at age 81 in Appling, Ga.

He was born in Statesboro, Ga on December 30, 1943 to the late James and Ouida Jones. He worked as the Director of IT at the Medical College of Georgia for over 35 years until his retirement, which he spent enjoying to the fullest...

Terry Theodore Haakinson

Terry Theodore Haakinson

May 2, 2025

Terry Theodore Haakinson, 73, of Martinez, passed away on Friday, May 2nd in his home, with family by his side.

Terry Haakinson was born in Beloit, Wisconsin to Robert and Virginia Haakinson on March 29th, 1952. He married Rhonda Haakinson on June 24th, 1972, in St. Petersburg, Florida. During their marriage they had three children: Brandee, Tyson, and Jason.

He retired Civil...

Dr. Samuel "Sam" Joseph Hunter

Dr. Samuel "Sam" Joseph Hunter

May 1, 2025

Samuel Joseph Hunter, “Sam,” beloved husband of the late Ilda Cecile Lindley Hunter, died on Thursday, May 1, 2025. A memorial service will be held at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 605 Reynolds Street, Augusta, Georgia, with the Rev. Eric Biddy officiating, on Monday, June 9, 2025, at 2PM in the Chapel.

Born on September 19, 1929, Sam was the son of...

Thomas Jackson Walters, Jr

Thomas Jackson Walters, Jr

May 1, 2025

Thomas (Tommy) Jackson Walters Jr entered into rest on Thursday, May 1, 2025 at age 69. He was born in Danville, VA on November 28, 1955 to the late Thomas Jackson Walters and Hazel Bernice Martin Walters.

Tommy is survived by his beloved wife, Penny Walters; sons Mark Alan Walters (Heather) and Matthew Aaron Walters; sister Vicki Francis (Randy); and affecteonality...

William Scott Hebberger

William Scott Hebberger

Apr 30, 2025

William (Bill) Scott Hebberger, Sr., lost a hard-fought battle with Parkinson’s Disease on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, at the age of 71.

Born December 2, 1953, Bill brought quiet strength, sharp wit, and unwavering kindness to everyone who knew him. Bill lived a life grounded in service, family, and a deep appreciation for the simple joys.

He was born in 1953,in Victorville,...

Grace Usry Stephenson

Grace Usry Stephenson

Apr 29, 2025

Evans, Georgia – Grace Usry Stephenson, age 88, passed away peacefully on April 29, 2025, surrounded by her beloved children.

Grace was the heart and soul of her family—lovingly known as the CEO of the entire Stephenson family. She led with wisdom, humor, and unwavering devotion, creating a home and legacy built on love and togetherness.She is preceded in death by...

Larry Glenn Kirkland

Larry Glenn Kirkland

Apr 28, 2025

Larry Glenn Kirkland entered into rest at his home in Grovetown, GA on Monday, April 28, 2025, aged 82.

He was born in Knoxville, TN on August 4, 1942 to Henry Virgil Kirkland and Willie Ruth Burton Kirkland. They later moved to Augusta where Larry graduated from Evans High School, Class of 1960. Throughout his life, Larry was involved in the...

David Lee Hahn

David Lee Hahn

Apr 26, 2025

Mr. David Lee Hahn, beloved husband of Joan, brother, uncle and friend to many, entered into rest on Saturday, April 26, 2025 at the Charlie Norwood Veterans Administration Hospital.

The family invites friends to gather for a visitation from 2:00 until 4:00 PM on Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at Platt’s Funeral Home Belair Road Chapel.

Mr. Hahn was born in Maquoketa, Iowa,...

Sophia Yueh-Chu Farina

Sophia Yueh-Chu Farina

Apr 26, 2025

Sophia Yueh Chu Farina, 85, of Evans, Georgia, and Portsmouth, Rhode Island, and formerly Ledyard, Connecticut, passed away peacefully on April 26, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.

Born on November 23, 1939, in Tainan, Taiwan, Sophia led a life filled with love, wisdom, and compassion. As a young Navy wife, she bravely emigrated to the United States in 1963, leaving...

Bryce Kensinger

Bryce Kensinger

Apr 24, 2025



Mr. Bryce Edward Riley Kensinger, entered into rest on April 25, 2025.

A memorial service will be held on Friday evening, May 2, 2025 at 6:00 PM in the Belair Road Chapel of Platts Funeral Home. The family will receive friends starting at 4:00 until the time of service.

Bryce was a 2022 graduate of Harlem High School where he was a...

Charles Preston Price

Charles Preston Price

Apr 24, 2025

Charles Preston Price, 79, entered into rest on Thursday, April 24, 2025, born March 8, 1946. Loving husband of 52 years to Diane Cato Price. Preston was born in Savannah, Georgia and lived in the Low Country until he moved to Augusta, Georgia. He was employed with McCrory McClellan Green in his twenties, where he was manager of the year...

Roselyn Glasgow Bryant

Roselyn Glasgow Bryant

Apr 23, 2025

Mrs. Roselyn Glasgow Bryant, beloved wife of the late Dr. Henry G. Bryant, Jr., entered into rest on Wednesday, April 23, 2025.

Funeral services will be held at 12:00 PM on Friday, May 9, 2025, at the Belair Road Chapel of Platt’s Funeral Home, with Rev. Philip Hedgecoth officiating. Visitation will begin at 11:00 AM. A private burial will follow at...

Patricia Raybon

Patricia Raybon

Apr 23, 2025



Mrs. Patricia Louise "Pat" Raybon, beloved wife of James T. "Pete" Raybon, entered into rest on Wednesday morning, April 23, 2025 at her residence surrounded by her husband and her three children.

She is finally at peace in her eternal home in a place called "Heaven". She was 75 years old.

The family will receive friends at Platt's Funeral Home, 337 N....

Randy Wayne McDowell

Randy Wayne McDowell

Apr 23, 2025

Mr. Randy Wayne McDowell, beloved husband of Cheryl McDowell, entered into rest on Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at Doctor’s Hospital.

A Memorial Service will be held at 1:00 PM on Friday, May 2, 2025 in the Chapel of Platt’s Funeral Home on Belair Road. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at 12:00 PM.

Randy was born to...