Obituaries

Obituaries

Claunette (Wheatley)  Morgan

Claunette (Wheatley) Morgan

Aug 20, 2024

Claunette Wheatley Morgan passed away peacefully on August 20, 2024, in her hometown of Washington, Georgia, where she was also born on April 23, 1948. A beacon of love and selflessness, Claunette's life was a testament to the enduring power of kindness and the strength of family bonds. Raised on the Wheatley family farm on Wheatley Road in the...

Harlan "Sonny" George Ewest, Jr.

Harlan "Sonny" George Ewest, Jr.

Aug 20, 2024

McDuffie County

Harlan "Sonny" George Ewest, Jr., 64, Dearing, Georgia, entered into eternal rest on August 20, 2024.

He was born at McConnell Air Force Base in Kansas City, Kansas, traveled with his family all over while his father was serving his Country, grew up in Thomson, Georgia, and has lived most of his adult...

Mary Agnes Thigpen Garner

Mary Agnes Thigpen Garner

Aug 20, 2024

Warren County

Mary Agnes Thigpen Garner, 98, Warrenton, Georgia, entered into rest on August 20, 2024.

She was born in Glascock County, Georgia on January 11, 1926, grew up in the Purvis Community and lived most of her life there.  Mary was Baptist by faith and a member of Mt. Beulah Baptist Church.  She loved...

Doris Jane Ready

Doris Jane Ready

Aug 18, 2024

McDuffie County

Doris Jane Buffington Ready, 92, Thomson, Georgia, entered into eternal rest on August 18, 2024.

She was born in Appling, Georgia on October 7, 1931, grew up in Appling, Georgia and lived most of her adult life in Thomson, Georgia. Doris is Baptist by faith and loved spending time with her Lord, her...

Ikuko Motohashi Bouknight

Ikuko Motohashi Bouknight

Aug 17, 2024

Ikuko Motohashi Bouknight, a beacon of kindness and creativity, passed away peacefully on August 17, 2024, at the age of 96, in Augusta, Georgia. Born on January 11, 1928, in Tokyo, Japan, to the late Komasabro and Shizue Motohashi Chujo, Ikuko's life was a tapestry of love, dedication, and artistry. Ikuko's journey brought her from the bustling streets of...

Rose Arlene Shenk Hobbs

Rose Arlene Shenk Hobbs

Aug 16, 2024

McDuffie County

Rose Arlene Shenk Hobbs, 94, Thomson, Georgia, entered into eternal rest on August 16, 2024.

She was born in Carlisle, Pennsylvania on July 23, 1930, grew up in Carlisle, and has lived in Thomson, Georgia for the past 40 years.  Rose was Baptist and a member of Carlisle Church of God.  She enjoyed...

Joeanne Beard Moore

Joeanne Beard Moore

Aug 16, 2024

JoeAnne Beard Moore, 89, passed away on Friday August 16,2024 at her residence, Thrive Senior Living, in Augusta. She was born in Bluffton, GA to the late Roy W. Beard and Hattie Jones Beard on October 20, 1934. JoeAnne was a graduate of Miller County High School in Colquitt, GA and South Georgia College in Douglas, GA. She was...

Betty Frances Morris

Betty Frances Morris

Aug 14, 2024

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McDuffie County

Betty Frances Norris Morris, 89, Thomson, Georgia, entered into eternal rest on August 14, 2024.

Betty was born in Thomson, Georgia on September 21, 1934, lived her entire life in McDuffie County, attended Thomson High School, was known for her hard work ethic and was Baptist by faith.  She was...

David George Howard

David George Howard

Aug 13, 2024

David George Howard, a man of remarkable intellect and talent passed away on August 13, 2024, in Greenwood, South Carolina. Born on August 28, 1938, in Detroit, Michigan, David was a beacon of strength and love for his family, friends, and everyone who had the pleasure of crossing his path. David's formative years in Detroit saw him flourish as...

Peggy Parton Saggus

Peggy Parton Saggus

Aug 10, 2024

Peggy Ann Parton Saggus, a lifelong resident of Lincolnton, Georgia, passed away peacefully in her home on August 10, 2024, at the age of 85.

Born on April 23, 1939, to the late Furman and Lillie Mae Parton, Peggy was a beacon of love and faith, touching the lives of all who knew her with her kindness...

George "Pete" F. Grimaud, Iii

George "Pete" F. Grimaud, Iii

Aug 6, 2024

George "Pete" Foster Grimaud, III, known affectionately as Pete to his friends and family, passed away peacefully on August 6, 2024 at MCG Wellstar in Augusta, Georgia. Born on February 9, 1958, Pete's life was a testament to the values of hard work, dedication, and the simple joys that come from living on a farm. Pete is survived by...

Walter "Walt" Robert Young

Walter "Walt" Robert Young

Aug 5, 2024

McDuffie County

Walter "Walt" Robert Young, 92, Thomson, Georgia, entered into eternal rest on August 5, 2024, at Doctors Hospital, Augusta, Georgia.

Walt was born in Athol, Massachusetts and joined the US Army in 1949. After returning from his tour in Italy in 1963, he met and married his second wife Anita Evans Herndon in...

Matthew "Matt" Lewis Bentley

Matthew "Matt" Lewis Bentley

Aug 2, 2024

Matthew Lewis "Matt" Bentley, 49 of  Lincolnton, Georgia, passed away on August 2, 2024 at MCG Wellstar, Augusta.

Matt's memory is cherished by his children, Matthew Wood Bentley, Kayson Erin Bentley, and Addie Rose Bentley; his mother and stepfather, Dianne and Alton Danner of Lincolnton, and his sister, Mindy Bentley. Matt was preceded in death by his...

Walter D. Kendrick

Walter D. Kendrick

Aug 1, 2024

McDuffie County

Walter D. Kendrick, III, 83, Thomson, Georgia, entered into eternal rest on August 1, 2024, with his loving wife at his side.

Walter was born in Griffin, Georgia on March 13, 1941, grew up in the Griffin, Georgia area and lived most of his life in McDuffie County.  He worked as a programmer...

Betty Jean Barnett

Betty Jean Barnett

Jul 31, 2024

Lincoln County

Betty Jean "Betsy" Barnett, 72, Lincolnton, Georgia, entered into eternal rest on July 31, 2024.

She was born in Orlando, Florida on March 19, 1952, grew up in Kingstree, SC, lived most of her life and established her family in Washington, Georgia, moving later to Lincolnton, Georgia. Betsy graduated high school in 1970...

James Rodney Arrington

James Rodney Arrington

Jul 26, 2024

McDuffie County

James Rodney Arrington, 77, Thomson, Georgia, entered into eternal rest on July 26, 2024.

He was born in Washington, Georgia on August 25, 1946, and was a lifelong resident of Thomson, Georgia.  Rodney served his Country in the U. S. Airforce. He was Christian by faith and a member of the Thomson Church...

Lora Blasingame

Lora Blasingame

Jul 21, 2024

Richmond County

Lora Blasingame, 95, Thomson, Georgia, entered into eternal rest on July 21, 2024.

She was born in Belmont, Georgia on October 29, 1928, grew up in Belmont and lived in Thomson, since 1953.  Lora was a longtime active member of Thomson Methodist Church.  She earned her bachelor's degree in education from Piedmont College...

Anne Frazer Charping

Anne Frazer Charping

Jul 18, 2024

Anne Frazer Charping, 92, passed away peacefully on July 18, 2024, at Southern Manor Senior Living in Washington, Georgia.

Born on November 28, 1931, in Wilkes County, Georgia, Anne's life was marked by her faith-filled spirit and intelligent mind, which guided her through a life of service, family, and community involvement.

Anne was a beacon...

Christopher Barry  "Chris" Hudler

Christopher Barry "Chris" Hudler

Jul 17, 2024

Christopher Barry Hudler, known affectionately as Chris to his friends and family, died on July 17, 2024, at the age of 63 in Lincolnton, Georgia.

Born to the late Barry Hudler and Dot Scott, Chris grew up in the picturesque town of Jefferson, nestled in the mountains of Western North Carolina, and carried with him a deep...

Edward Burton Wall, Jr.

Edward Burton Wall, Jr.

Jul 17, 2024

Edward "Eddie" Burton Wall, Jr. was born April 20, 1943, in Washington, Georgia and died July 17, 2024, in Augusta, Georgia.

He was the son of the late Edward Burton, Sr. and the late Julia Elizabeth Bailey Wall.  Eddie was a graduate of Thomson High School, attended Massey Business College, a Vietnam War Veteran, and a retired...

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