Obituaries

Obituaries

Howard “Gene” Eugene Lambert

Howard “Gene” Eugene Lambert

Jun 3, 2025

Howard Eugene Lambert, known fondly to friends and family as Gene, passed away peacefully on June 3, 2025, in Augusta, Georgia. Gene was born in Dayton, Ohio, on July 23, 1932, to the late Howard and Bernice Hathaway Lambert.

Gene's early years were spent in Dayton, where he discovered his lifelong passion for printing at McCall's Printing...

Daniel Allen Tutt

Daniel Allen Tutt

May 31, 2025

Mr. Daniel Allen "Dan" Tutt, 79, of McCormick, SC, passed away peacefully surrounded by loving family members at Piedmont Augusta Hospital on May 31, 2025.

His and his wife's dream of "golf course out the front door and lake out the back" was realized for the last 17 years. He was active in golf, fishing and performing...

Harold Schroeder

Harold Schroeder

May 30, 2025

James Harold Schroeder, affectionately known as Harold, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 30, 2025, at his residence in the Amity Community of Lincoln County, Georgia, at the age of 73.

His memorial service is planned for Saturday, June 14, 2025, at 2:00 PM at St. Paul Church with a visitation following the service.

Born...

Shirley Hogan

Shirley Hogan

May 21, 2025

Miss Shirley Cooper Hogan, a cherished member of the Lincolnton, Georgia community, passed away peacefully in her sleep at the age of 90.

Born on November 10, 1934, Shirley was the beloved daughter of Marjorie Cooper and Mosely Hogan. A lifelong resident of Lincolnton, she embodied the spirit and warmth of her hometown. She graduated from Lincolnton...

Diane Fisher Lamar

Diane Fisher Lamar

May 13, 2025

Diane Fisher Lamar, 71 of Tignall entered into rest on Tuesday, May 12, 2025 at her residence. Daughter of the late Robert Travis Fisher and Lenor Johnson Turner, she was born on September 14, 1953 in Calhoun Falls, SC.

She lived in Lincolnton, Georgia, until 2016 before moving to Tignall, Diane's life was marked by her dedication...

William "Billy" Jenkins, Jr.

William "Billy" Jenkins, Jr.

May 9, 2025

William "Billy" Jenkins, Jr., a cherished husband, father, brother, and grandfather, passed away peacefully at his home in Appling, GA, on May 9, 2025, at the age of 82. Born on July 10, 1942, in Lexington, Fayette County, Kentucky, Billy was a man of integrity and kindness, whose faith-filled life left a lasting impact on all who knew him....

Christie Partain Mattison

Christie Partain Mattison

May 7, 2025

Christie Partain Mattison, born on May 8, 1968, entered her heavenly home on May 7, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer, most recently at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Christie's love of a good celebration lives on. One day into her heavenly home, she celebrated her birthday.

Christie is the beloved daughter...

Vera Myers Harper

Vera Myers Harper

May 5, 2025

Vera Myers Harper, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 5, 2025 at Piedmont Augusta. Born on August 30, 1946, in Lincolnton, Georgia, Vera was the daughter of the late Tillman and Virginia Holcomb Myers. Vera grew up in Lincolnton where she graduated from Lincolnton High School in 1964. Afterwards, she attended nursing school. After graduating, she dedicated a few...

Mrs. Lee (Ellenberg)  Bentley

Mrs. Lee (Ellenberg) Bentley

May 3, 2025

Lee Ellenberg Bentley, 93, wife of the late William P. Bentley, entered into rest on May 3,2025 after a long and beautiful life. Lee was born in Greenwood County, SC on January 10, 1932. She married William Bentley on June 28, 1952 and moved to Lincolnton, GA, where she and William raised their three daughters.

Lee grew...

Terrell Holloway

Terrell Holloway

Apr 30, 2025

James Terrell Holloway, known affectionately to friends and family as Terrell, passed away peacefully on April 30, 2025, in McCormick, South Carolina, at the age of 64. Born on June 7, 1960, in Abbeville, South Carolina, he was the son of the late Walter Frank and Louise Bentley Holloway. Terrell's early years were spent in McCormick, where he attended...

Kathryn "Kay" (Prater)  Robinson

Kathryn "Kay" (Prater) Robinson

Apr 21, 2025

Mrs. Kathryn "Kay" Prater Robinson, age 84, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 21, 2025, in Braselton, Georgia. A cherished member of her community, Kay's life was marked by grace, warmth, and a spirited Southern charm.

Born on August 9, 1940 to the late Fred and Frances Cullars Prater, Kay embodied the values and charm of her...

Julia Lee (Mcmanus)  Abbott

Julia Lee (Mcmanus) Abbott

Apr 20, 2025

Julia "Judy" Lee McManus Abbott, 84 passed away peacefully on April 20, 2025, in her hometown of Greenwood, South Carolina. Born on November 15, 1940, in the same close-knit community, Judy's life was a testament to her unwavering love for her family and her enduring spirit. The daughter of the late Thomas Otto and Ruby Carter McManus, she graduated...

Tony Smith

Tony Smith

Apr 17, 2025

Donnie Anthony "Tony" Smith, known affectionately as Tony to his friends and family, passed away peacefully on April 17, 2025, in Lincolnton, Georgia. Born on July 28, 1973, in Augusta, Georgia, Tony's life was marked by his loving nature, selflessness, and a remarkable ability to find joy in life's simple pleasures. Tony's formative years in Augusta instilled in him...

George Anthony "Tony" Deale

George Anthony "Tony" Deale

Apr 2, 2025

George Anthony "Tony" Deale, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on April 2, 2025, at St. Francis Hospital in Columbus, Georgia. Born on May 17, 1958, in McCormick, South Carolina, Tony's kind and gentle spirit touched the lives of all who knew him. Tony grew up in the warm embrace of McCormick, where he graduated...

Lillian (Day)  Reese

Lillian (Day) Reese

Apr 2, 2025

Lillian Day Reese longtime resident of Double Branches Road passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at her home in Lincolnton, Georgia, just one day after celebrating her 94th birthday. Born on April 1, 1931, in Whitesburg, Kentucky, a picturesque hamlet nestled in a valley along the Kentucky River near the Virginia border. Lillian was a woman whose...

Mattie "Rebecca" (Wilder)  Vickery

Mattie "Rebecca" (Wilder) Vickery

Apr 1, 2025

Courtesy Obituary

On Tuesday, April 1, 2025, Mrs. Mattie 'Rebecca' Wilder Vickery, age 82, passed away peacefully at her home on Deep Creek Road in Dewy Rose, GA. Her final days were spent surrounded by her devoted family in the home that she and her husband of 65 years, James Herbert "Jimmy" Vickery, built and raised their...

Darlene Reese Dimitrovski

Darlene Reese Dimitrovski

Mar 30, 2025

Darlene Faith Reese Dimitrovski, age 67 passed away peacefully at her home in McCormick, SC on Sunday, March 30, 2025.

Born on October 8, 1957, in Youngstown, Ohio, Darlene's journey was one marked by devotion, intelligence, and an unshakable belief in the power of the Holy Spirit. Preceded in death by her parents, Harry and Margaret Cohol...

Sylvia Elizabeth Chafin

Sylvia Elizabeth Chafin

Mar 30, 2025

Sylvia Elizabeth Willis Chafin, 83 passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 30, 2025. The daughter of the late Aaron Willis, Sr. and Hazel Arnett Willis Kirkland, Sylvia was born in Lincoln County on May 18, 1941.

She joined Loco Baptist Church at an early age and had attended Lincolnton Baptist Church for many years of her adult...

Nancy Irene Pilat

Nancy Irene Pilat

Mar 27, 2025

Nancy Irene Pilat, a beloved mother, grandmother and great grandmother passed away on March 27th, 2025 at the age of 85. She was born in Orlando, Fl on October 14th 1939. She was a lifelong resident of Apopka, Florida.

Nancy Graduated Apopka High school, Class of 1957. She was a member of the drum majorettes, Beta club...

Patricia "Pat" Ann (Marshall)  Thrush

Patricia "Pat" Ann (Marshall) Thrush

Mar 24, 2025

COURTESY OBITUARY

Patricia Ann Thrush

May 8, 1941 — March 24, 2025

Leesville

Patricia A. "Pat" Thrush, 83, of Leesville, passed away on Monday, March 23, 2025. Born in Washington, GA, she was a daughter of the late Lloyd and Juanita Johnson Marshall. Pat enjoyed listening to Elvis Presley, cheering on...

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