Obituaries
Obituaries
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.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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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