Obituaries

Sep 3, 2025

Georgia Lee Garrett Fletcher, 95, entered into rest on September 3, 2025, in Toccoa, Georgia. She was born in Wilkes County on June 26, 1930 to the late George Garrett and Alice Edwards Garrett. Georgia grew up in Washington, Georgia and was a graduate of Washington High School and furthered her education at a business college, which led her...

Sep 1, 2025

Johnnie Moralle Quarles McKenzie, 87 known best as "Moralle" passed away peacefully on the 1st of September 2025, in Augusta, Georgia. She was born on March 16, 1938, in Appling, Georgia to the late Johnny Quarles and Maudie Ashmore Quarles.

Moralle's roots were firmly planted in Lincolnton, where she lived her entire life. Her career as a...

Aug 27, 2025

Karen Joan Schnepp Stafford, 73, of Lincolnton, passed away on August 27th, 2025 at her residence.. She was born June 26, 1952, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to Joan Gertrude Allen Ruth and Joseph Schnepp.

Karen worked in quality control with Progrow McCormick and later part-time at Lake Crossing. She was a strong-willed woman who prided herself on being...

Aug 24, 2025

Helen Annette Lingenfelter Paradise, a cherished soul known for her loving nature and gentle spirit, passed away peacefully on August 24, 2025, in Thomson, Georgia.

She was born on August 18, 1960, in Germany and lived in North Georgia until she moved to Lincolnton where she spent the majority of her life after marrying Roger Paradise. She...

Aug 18, 2025

The world lost a spark of color on August 18, 2025, when Carol Bentley Corbin passed away.

Born November 20, 1950, in Lincolnton, Georgia, Carol spent her early years surrounded by family there, and the place always remained close to her heart. A true Georgia Bulldog fan, she carried that love with her even after moving away...

Aug 17, 2025

It is with deep love and sorrow that we announce the passing of Timothy J. Price, who departed this life on August 17, 2025 at the age of 74. Son of the late William Jay and Darlene Ruth Ratliff Price, he was born on August 30, 1950 in Portsmouth, Ohio where he lived until moving to the Augusta area...

Aug 11, 2025

Barbara Lee Crawford Goldman, affectionately known as GeeMa, passed away peacefully on August 11, 2025, at Pruitt Health in Evans, Georgia. Born on December 17, 1933, in Pinetucky, Georgia to the late David C. and Johnnie Mae Rider Crawford, Barbara's life was a testament to her faith-filled and gentle spirit, which touched the hearts of all who knew her....

Aug 10, 2025

Mr. Ruben Alvin Scott, 94, entered into rest on August 10, 2025, in Augusta, Georgia. Born on September 2, 1930, in Lincoln County to the late William J. and Fannie Mae Tullis Scott, Georgia, Ruben's life was a testament to the enduring spirit of the American South, a narrative rich with history, hard work, and heartfelt stories. Ruben was...

Aug 9, 2025

Mrs. Linda Lu Taylor passed away peacefully in Lincolnton, Georgia, on Saturday, August 9, 2025, at the age of 85. Born on January 21, 1940, in Salem, Ohio, Linda was one of six children graced to the late Eldon and Marjorie Whinery. Her vibrant spirit and warm heart touched the lives of all who knew her. Linda's journey began...

Aug 7, 2025

Christine Alma Maxwell Young, 88 of Beaver Dam Rd., Washington entered into eternal rest on August 7, 2025 at her residence. She was born on January 26, 1937,to the late John Rabun and Susie Kennedy Maxwell.

Christine grew up in Wilkes County where her younger years were filled with the joys of rural life, which laid the...

Aug 7, 2025

Mrs. Therissa Gay Burke Peavy, affectionately known as "Aunt Tootsie", passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 7, 2025, in Dublin, Georgia, at the age of 80. Born on November 6, 1944, in Augusta, Georgia, to Hoyt David and Frances Scott Burke, Therissa's life was marked by her unwavering spirit and the love she shared with her family and community....

Aug 6, 2025

Sabrina "Brie" Lorraine Oasen LiCalzi, owner/operator of the Home Café in Lincolnton, GA, passed away suddenly and unexpectedly during the morning on Wednesday, August 6th, 2025, at the age of 47. The cause is unknown at this time.

Brie was welcomed to the world by first-time parents Richard "Rick" and Margaret "Maggie" Oasen on July 15th, 1978,...

Aug 5, 2025

Derek Paul Jones, known affectionately as Derek to his friends and family, passed away peacefully on August 5, 2025, at his home at Fishing Creek in Tignall, Georgia. Born on August 15, 1956, in Asheville, North Carolina, Derek's life was one marked by dedication, humor, and a love for the great outdoors. Derek's early years were spent in Canton,...

Jul 29, 2025

Charles Jason Verner, known affectionately as Jason by his loved ones, passed away peacefully on July 29, 2025, in Augusta, Georgia, at the age of 55.

Born on April 23, 1970, in Houston County, Georgia and later moved to Washington during his middle school years. He was a graduate of Washington-Wilkes Comprehensive High School, class of 1988....

Jul 23, 2025

Wanda Elizabeth Buckner, a woman of kindness and selflessness, passed away peacefully on July 23, 2025, in Augusta, GA. Born on August 14, 1969, in Asheville, NC, Wanda's early years in the mountains of Hendersonville shaped her into the most caring mother, friend, and family member anyone could ever hope to know. Her nurturing spirit touched all who had...

Jul 5, 2025

Mr. Charles Leonardus Schel, known affectionately as Charlie, was a man whose life was a rich tapestry of dedication, creativity, and warmth. Born on April 13, 1941, in The Hague, Netherlands, Charlie's journey through life was one marked by love, laughter, and an unwavering spirit of innovation. He passed away peacefully on July 5, 2025, in McCormick, South Carolina,...

Jul 4, 2025

Kyle Lawrence Woodall, 29 died on the 4th of July, 2025 from injuries sustained from a side by side accident

Born on September 13, 1995, in Augusta, Georgia, Kyle was a man whose zest for life and infectious laughter touched all who knew him. Kyle's early life in Lincolnton was filled with the love of family and...

Jun 30, 2025

Mr. Charles Watson Chastain of Lincolnton passed away peacefully on Monday, June 30, 2025 at Charlie Norwood VA Medical Center at the age of 78.

Born on January 5, 1947, in Lincoln County, Georgia, Charles was the son of the late Annie Jane Paradise Chastain and James William Chastain. He grew up in Lincoln County and graduated...

Jun 29, 2025

Gloria Jean Coleman Langston passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 29, 2025, at the age of 77 in Lincolnton, Georgia. Born on August 11, 1947, in Augusta, Georgia to the late Edward and Helen Johnson Coleman. A proud graduate of Evans High School, Gloria's radiant smile and beautiful presence led her to be crowned Homecoming Queen. Her academic achievements...

Jun 25, 2025

Gregory Eugene Andrews, known affectionately to friends and family as Greg, passed away on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, at the age of 56. Born on April 7, 1969, in Lincoln County, Georgia, Greg was the son of the late Henry Ralph and Barbara Ann Fain Andrews. He spent his entire life in the Beulah Community of Wilkes County, on...