Obituaries

May 14, 2023

Lamar Wade, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and dedicated community member, passed away peacefully on May 14, 2023, in Augusta, Georgia, at the age of 80. Born on December 24, 1942, in Macon, Georgia, Lamar would go on to lead an accomplished life filled with hard work, creativity, and a strong commitment to his family and community.

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May 12, 2023

McDuffie County

Hardy Thomas Hyatt was born on May 12, 2023 and opened his eyes to see his Heavenly Father the same day. He was born loved abundantly to Gavin and Brittany Hyatt both from Appling, GA.

Even though his life was brief, he leaves behind a family that will dearly miss him. In addition...

May 11, 2023

Columbia County

Ann Carter, 83, Appling, Georgia, entered into eternal rest on May 11, 2023.

Ann was born in Thomson, Georgia on August 1, 1939.  She retired from the Medical College as an oncology nurse after 20 years.  She loved Whiteoak Campground, and attended camp meeting since she was a child.  Ann loved spending time...

May 8, 2023

McDuffie County

Mr. Ray Jones Hawkins, 81, of Thomson, Georgia entered into rest on Monday, May 8, 2023 at Piedmont McDuffie Hospital. He was the beloved husband of Celia C. Hawkins.

Mr. Ray grew up in Warthen and lived in Thomson most of his life.  He worked in the construction of roads and subdivision development...

May 5, 2023

Eugene Randall Powell, Sr., affectionately known as Gene, passed away peacefully on May 5, 2023, in Appling, Georgia. Born on January 17, 1932, in Lincolnton, Georgia, Gene devoted his life to his family, his faith, and his country. Gene's early life was marked by resilience and determination. His father, Joe Powell, passed away when Gene was very young, leaving...

May 2, 2023

Lincoln County

Howard Palmer Neal, III, 74, Lincolnton, Georgia, entered into eternal rest on May 2, 2023.

Howard was born in Statesboro, Georgia on December 9, 1948, grew up in Warrenton, Georgia and has lived in Lincoln County since 2021. He earned his bachelor's degree from Georgia Southern University and worked with Milliken & Company...

Apr 30, 2023

COURTESY OBITUARY FOR BERRY FUNERAL HOME

Mr. William 'Wayne' Poss, 77, of Rayle, GA, died on Sunday, April 30, 2023, surrounded by his family. He was born in Rayle, GA on July 7, 1945, the 7th of 8 children born to Henry Millard Poss and Sallie Mae Sherrer Poss of Wilkes County, GA. In addition to his...

Apr 24, 2023

COURTESY OBITUARY

Sidney Franklin Smith, "Sid", passed away on April 24th, 2023 after a memorable life. Sid was born August 7th, 1947, and grew up on the family farm in Lincolnton, GA, with his sisters, Blanche (Presley) and Isabelle (Tanner). He was particularly close to his Uncle Clint, who lived on the family farm. He was an...

Apr 23, 2023

Arthur Edward Fizer, known to friends and family as Art, passed away peacefully on April 23, 2023, in Lincolnton, Georgia.

Mr. Fizer, son of the late William W. and Goldie Mae Fern Fizer was born on May 24, 1929 in Lewis County, KY. Growing up in rural Kentucky, Art attended a country schoolhouse, where he developed a...

Apr 20, 2023

MSGT George Gary Mudd, US Air Force, Ret., lovingly known as Two-Arm Gary, passed away on April 20, 2023, in Augusta, Georgia. Born in Silex, Missouri on December 6, 1942, Gary was the son of the late Ralph Edwin and Darlene Marie Shocklee Mudd.  He was a devoted husband, father, brother, and friend but his favorite title of all...

Apr 19, 2023

McDuffie County

Mrs. Linda Chandler Echols, 82, of Thomson, Georgia entered into rest on April 19, at Heritage Nursing Home in Sandersville, Georgia. She was the beloved wife of the late Charles Echols.

Mrs. Echols was a native of Baldwin County, Georgia but had lived in McDuffie County since 1977. She was the daughter of...

Apr 18, 2023

McDuffie County

Louise "Nan" Henslee Reeves, 92, Dearing, Georgia, entered into eternal rest on April 18, 2023, in the comfort of her home surrounded by her children.

Louise was born on December 7, 1930, in McDuffie County where she resided most of her life. She was the daughter of Ruby and Leonard Henslee, was the...

Apr 17, 2023

Glenn Eric Beasley, a loving husband, father, and devoted friend, passed away peacefully on April 17, 2023, in Lincoln County, Georgia. Born on May 24, 1961, in Augusta, Georgia, Glenn was a passionate, kind, and handy individual who made a lasting impact on everyone he met. He is survived by his wife, Diane Kinsey Beasley, sons Eric and Kevin...

Apr 16, 2023

Robert Hayden "Bobby" Blount, 67 of Lincolnton passed away on Sunday, April 16, 2023 at his residence surrounded by his loving family.

Son of the late Robert S. and Shirley Ann Neal Blount, he was born on February 25, 1956 in Gallatin, TN. Growing up, Bobby's father's job with TVA required them to move many times throughout...

Apr 13, 2023

McDuffie County

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Mrs. Tiphinnie Shea-Skobba, a loving and devoted wife, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away on April 13, 2023, in Dearing, Georgia. Born on May 10, 1979, in Edon, Ohio, Tiphinnie was the daughter of the late Karl Shea and Arlean Harris Shea. She...

Apr 13, 2023

Jane Crook Dawkins, a loving and devoted mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away on April 13, 2023, in Augusta, Georgia at the age of 69.

She was born on March 10, 1954, in Lincolnton, Georgia to the late Claude and Bettye Weber Crook. In her youth, Jane joined Hephzibah Baptist Church, where she found solace and guidance...

Apr 10, 2023

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of David Lynn "Hop" Hopkins, 64 of Crawfordville, Ga on April 10th, 2023.

He was born in Greer, SC but has called Taliaferro and Wilkes Counties his home pretty much his whole life. His lifelong passion was driving a big truck and being a diesel mechanic....

Apr 8, 2023

Warren County

Susie Smith Abbott, 95, of Warrenton went to be with her Lord on Saturday, April 8, 2023.  Mrs. Abbott was born on October 25, 1927, in Glascock County and lived most of her life in Warren County.  She was the daughter of Herbert and Vera Mae Johnson Smith.  Mrs. Abbott was a long-time member of...

Apr 1, 2023

Mr. Joseph Allen "Joe" LeRoy, 69 of Ga. Hwy 220W, Lincolnton entered into rest on Saturday, April 1, 2023 at Doctor's Hospital, Augusta.

Mr. LeRoy, son of the late Metz and Catherine Rickerson LeRoy was born on August 21, 1953 in Washington, Ga. He grew up in Lincolnton, graduated from Lincoln County High School in 1972 and...

Mar 30, 2023

Columbia County

Mrs. Louise Williams Faglier Dillon, 85, entered into eternal rest on Thursday, March 30, 2023 while a resident at Tapley's Assisted Living Facility.  Louise was born in McDuffie County on January 03, 1938 to Burch B. Williams and Viola Wilkerson Williams.

She grew up in Thomson, Georgia and was a member of Hill...