Recent Obituaries

May 29, 2025

Donald G. West (MSGT/US Air Force RET), entered into rest on Thursday, May 29, 2025 in Augusta, GA. He lived a long and colorful life, leaving a lasting impression on those fortunate enough to know him. 

Donald was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to Ralph and Josephine West . He joined the Air Force as a young man and honorably served for...

May 28, 2025

William Howard Colbert was born in Brooksville, FL on December 1, 1944. He was nicknamed “Bill” by his grandfather, as he said bills always come at the first of the month.

His family later moved to Tarpon Springs, Florida where his spent his young life exploring the nearby river, playing sandlot ball and just being a boy. He attended school there...

May 27, 2025

Mrs. Mary James Godbee 83 of Martinez entered into rest with her Lord on May 27, 2025 funeral services will be June 02, 2025.

Reverend Steve Pittman Pastor at New Horizons Church of God will be officiating. Burial will follow at Bellevue Memorial Gardens in Grovetown, Ga. Mrs. Godbee, a longtime resident of Martinez, was born in Metropolis, Illinois.

Mary served her...

May 26, 2025

May 26, 2025

Glenn Allen Weeks, 58, of Martinez, Georgia, passed away and entered into rest on May 26, 2025. Glenn was loved dearly by his family and friends and will be forever in their memory.

Glenn passed away after a long battle with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, ALS, and later developed non-Hodgkin lymphoma, NHS.

Born on July 11, 1966, in Augusta, Georgia, Glenn spent his...

May 24, 2025

Lucy Barnard Bard, 69, entered into rest on May 24, 2025. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at this time.

May 23, 2025

Miss Alaina Grace Key entered into Heaven on Friday, May 23, 2025, at Wellstar MCG.

Funeral services will be held at 3:00PM on Wednesday, June 4, 2025 in the Belair Road Chapel of Platts Funeral Home with Pastor Eric Lairsey officiating. Burial will follow at Westover Memorial Park.

In honor of Alaina’s bright life, please feel free to wear cheerful colors.

Alaina’s contagious...

May 22, 2025

 In Loving Memory of Kameron Mason A Beloved Son, Brother, Father, and Protector

September 24, 1996 – May 22, 2025

With shattered hearts, we mourn the sudden and tragic loss of our beloved Kameron Mason, who was taken from us far too soon on May 22, 2025. Kameron was the heartbeat of our family—a devoted father, a cherished son, a loyal brother,...

May 22, 2025

Trenton Avery Bruyninckx, 23, of Appling, Ga entered into God’s glory on May 22, 2025.

Trent was born in Augusta, Ga to Joey and Janet Bruyninckx on February 28, 2002. He was a graphic design student at Georgia Southern University where he enjoyed sharing his creativity with other like-minded artistic students.

Trent was a gentle soul who sought peace in every interaction,...

May 17, 2025

George “Brian” Stewart, 62, of Appling, Georgia, passed away peacefully at his home on May 17, 2025, after a short battle with cancer. He was surrounded by the love of his family and friends.

Brian was born on September 27, 1962, in Augusta, Georgia and resided in Georgia for most of his life.

Brian was a dedicated and hardworking man. In his...

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...

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...

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...

May 7, 2025

May 7, 2025

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...

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...

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...

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...

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,...