Obituaries

Oct 7, 2023

Mr. Pat Thomas, affectionately known as PaPaw, passed away peacefully on October 7, 2023, at Piedmont McDuffie in Thomson, Georgia. Born in Cincinnati, Ohio on July 11, 1958, he was the cherished son of the late Jessie William Thomas and Ruby Rose Thomas.

A funeral service is planned for Thursday, October 12, 2023, at 2:00 PM at...

Oct 7, 2023

Charles Henry Gable, a man of faith and selfless devotion, passed away on October 7, 2023, in his hometown of McCormick, SC. Born on March 4, 1929, to the late Joseph Cott "J.C." and Sallie Mae Willis Gable, Charles was the embodiment of a true Christian gentleman and a shining example of the greatest generation that ever lived. Growing...

Oct 2, 2023

McDuffie County

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Harry Dean Noble, 63, Thomson, Georgia, entered into eternal rest on October 2, 2023.

He was born on May 31, 1960 in Warren, Ohio. He was raised in Cortland, Ohio where he graduated from Maplewood High School in 1978....

Oct 1, 2023

McDuffie County

Mary Elizabeth "Mu" Knox Howard, 87, of Thomson, Georgia, entered into eternal rest on Sunday, October 1, 2023, her late husband's birthday.  She was the wife of the late Russell Pierce Howard.  She was also preceded in death by her parents, John Jordan Knox and Mary Belle Mobley Knox; her daughter, Ann Howard Cloud; her...

Sep 27, 2023

McDuffie County

James Donald Rivers, Jr., 62, Thomson, Georgia, entered into eternal rest on September 27, 2023.

James was born in Augusta, Georgia, on October 25, 1960, grew up in Thomson, and has lived in McDuffie County most of his life. He graduated from Briarwood Academy in the Class of 1978, earned his degree from...

Sep 24, 2023

Richmond County

Everette E. Morris, Sr., 87, Augusta, Georgia, entered into eternal rest on September 24, 2023.

Mr. Morris was born in Thomson, GA to the late Fred Eugene Morris and Maggie Waller Morris. He graduated from Thomson High School in 1953 and studied at the University of Georgia, Augusta, GA campus. In 1975, after...

Sep 23, 2023

Sandra Faye Partridge Clark, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on the 23rd of September, 2023, in Lincolnton, Ga. Born on February 26, 1942, in Appling, Ga, Sandra was the daughter of the late John H. and Willie Sleister Partridge. Sandra spent her formative years in Columbia County, where she graduated from Evans High School...

Sep 21, 2023

Saint Augustine, Florida - Mrs. Janice Rea Dendler, 83, humble and faithful follower of the Lord Jesus Christ for sixty-seven years, was welcomed home on September 21, 2023.

Janice, "Jann," was born in Berea, Kentucky to the late William David and Annie Pearson Henry.  She graduated from Lockland High School in 1958 and began working at Vurg...

Sep 18, 2023

Mary Linda Booker, a lifelong resident of Lincolnton, Georgia, passed away peacefully on September 18, 2023, in Thomson, Georgia. Born on May 1, 1957, in Lincolnton, she was a beloved mother, sister, grandmother, and friend to many. Mary Linda was the cherished mother of Christopher Lance Booker and Trey Booker. She was a loving grandmother to Allanah Booker, Nytayvious...

Sep 17, 2023

CPO Gary Brooks Dobbs, US Navy retired, age 81 passed away peacefully on September 17, 2023 at his son's home in Washington, Georgia. Gary was born and raised in Walnut Ridge, Arkansas, where he graduated as Salutatorian from Walnut Ridge High in 1959. Shortly thereafter, he joined the US Navy, serving with pride and distinction until his retirement as...

Sep 14, 2023

Warren County

Jane McCorkle Chalker, 94, of Warrenton, Georgia entered into eternal rest on Thursday, September 14, 2023. She was the wife of the late Calvin Emory Chalker of Glascock County. She was preceded in death by her parents Thomas "Tom" McCorkle and Fannie Lou Young McCorkle; her son-in-law, Dwight Neal, and her eleven siblings.

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Sep 13, 2023

Larry Joseph Schneider, 77 of McCormick, SC passed away peacefully on September 13, 2023, in Greenwood, South Carolina. Born on October 1, 1945, in Ft Wayne, Indiana, Larry was a spirited individual who carried his zest for life wherever he went. He was born in Ft Wayne, Indiana, where he was born and raised. He graduated from Southside High...

Sep 12, 2023

Larry Joseph Miller, 75 of Lincolnton passed away surrounded by his family and friends on Tuesday, September 12, 2023 in Augusta, Georgia. He was born on February 15, 1948, in Cumberland, Maryland to the late Leo and Zelma Cecelia Bridges Miller. Larry was raised in a Catholic family in Cumberland, where he graduated from Ft Hill High School. Afterwards,...

Sep 12, 2023

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McDuffie  County

John "J W" William Raburn, 65, Thomson, Georgia, entered into eternal rest on September 12, 2023.

He was born in Augusta, Georgia on October 3, 1957, and made his life in McDuffie County most of his life.  When J W was younger, he started working at Piggly Wiggly, later worked...

Sep 9, 2023

Nikolas Christopher George, affectionately known as Nik, was born on April 25, 1998, in Red Bank, New Jersey. He passed away on September 9, 2023, in McCormick, South Carolina, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and enduring spirit. Nik was a beloved son, brother, and father. He is survived by his four-year-old son, Hayden George, and his mother...

Sep 9, 2023

Marjorie Hendrix Bunch, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on September 9, 2023, in Athens, Georgia.

She was born on June 16, 1938, in Washington, Georgia to the late William Grady and Mary Agnes Barrett Hendrix.

Marjorie was the proud mother of Zan Edward "Eddie" Bunch, Jr. and his wife, Robin of...

Sep 7, 2023

McDuffie County

"Jace" Dalton Simmons, 12, Thomson, Georgia, went on before us into eternal rest on Thursday, September 7, 2023.

He graced this world on July 2, 2011, and McDuffie County was always his home.  Jace loved playing baseball and was SAVAGE at it!  He was passionate about his Braves, his Bulldogs and going to...

Sep 7, 2023

Jerry Pennington Quarles, a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully in Augusta, Georgia, on September 7, 2023. He was 66 years old. Jerry was born on March 18, 1957, in Lincolnton, Georgia, to the late Johnie Blanchard Quarles and Maudie Ashmore Quarles. Throughout his life, Jerry was known for his friendly spirit, handy skills, and a...

Sep 6, 2023

Columbia County

Sandra "Nana" Williams McMurdy was called home on September 6, 2023, after a hard-fought battle that she handled so bravely against all the odds.  She was always a caregiver to many and preferred giving to receiving.  She had a heart of gold and will be missed greatly.

She was raised in Appling, Ga...

Sep 6, 2023

Emory Eugene Strother, a lifelong resident of Wilkes County, Georgia, and a man admired for his hard work and kind nature, passed away on September 6, 2023. Born on November 11, 1938, Emory was a pillar of his community and a beloved family man who left an indelible mark on all who had the pleasure of knowing him.