Obituaries

Feb 14, 2025

Warren County

Geraldine Evelyn Amerson, 82, Warrenton, Georgia, entered into eternal rest on February 14, 2025.

She was born in Pontiac, Michigan on April 2, 1942, grew up in Keego Harbor, Michigan and moved to the Warren County area in 1991.  She was Baptist by faith, and she lived a life revolving around her family,...

Feb 13, 2025

Warren County

Daniel Clark "Danny" Johnson entered into rest on February 13, 2025 at his residence.

Known by all his friends as "D.J." for nearly all his life, he was Methodist by faith. He was an Eagle Scout with Bronze Palm, earned God and Country Award and Order of the Arrow and was a member...

Feb 11, 2025

McDuffie County

Donald Gene Ginder, 89, of Thomson, Georgia formally of Fountaintown, Indiana, entered into eternal rest on February 11, 2025.

He was born in Ingalls, Indiana on August 25, 1935, and moved to the McDuffie County area in 2005.  Donald proudly served his county in the U.S. Marine Corp during the Korean War and...

Feb 10, 2025

Mrs. Susan Renee Bufford Whitfield, a cherished wife, mother, grandmother,

sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on February 10, 2025, in Tignall,

GA, at the age of 52. Born on November 13, 1972, in Washington, GA, Susan

was a beacon of love and joy to all who knew her.

Susan grew...

Feb 10, 2025

McDuffie County

Monte Gene Ashcraft, Jr., 53, Thomson, Georgia, entered into eternal rest on February 10, 2025.

He was born in Augusta, Georgia on September 29, 1971, and has lived in Thomson, Georgia all of this life, graduated from Thomson High School in 1990, attended Union Baptist Church.  He dedicated his life to serving his...

Feb 9, 2025

Mr. Arthur Berkeley Fergusson III, known affectionately as Art to his friends and family, passed away peacefully on February 9, 2025, in Greenwood, SC. Born on May 1, 1945, in Richmond, VA, Art's journey through life was marked by his unwavering kindness, love, and thoughtfulness. He leaves behind a legacy of warmth and generosity that will be cherished by...

Feb 9, 2025

McDuffie County

Christina Lynn Adams McGahee, 52, Thomson, Georgia, entered into rest on February 9, 2025.

She was born in Augusta, Georgia on October 24, 1972, grew up in Thomson, Georgia.  She graduated from Thomson High School, Class of 1991 and lived most of her life in Thomson.  Christina's career was in Finance Management and...

Feb 9, 2025

McDuffie County

Annie Ruth Clark, 86, Dearing, Georgia, entered into rest on February 9, 2025.

She was born in Lincoln County, Georgia on March 10, 1938, grew up in McDuffie County and lived most of her life in McDuffie County.  She was Baptist by faith and a member of Dearing Baptist Church, was a sales...

Feb 9, 2025

Mr. Joseph Marion Hogan, Sr., affectionately known as Joe by family and friends passed away peacefully at his home in Lincolnton, Georgia, on Sunday, February 9, 2025, at the age of 68. Son of the late Thomas Beck Hogan Jr. and Dorothy Estes Hogan, Joe was born on October 3, 1956 in Augusta, GA.   A lifelong resident of Lincolnton,...

Feb 9, 2025

Judy Dianne Young Callaway, a cherished homemaker and lover of the outdoors, passed away peacefully on February 9, 2025, in her hometown of Washington, Georgia. Born on December 8, 1948, to Leslie and Helen Howard Young, Judy's life was a testament to the simple joys of nurturing family, tending to her garden, and caring for animals. Judy's early years...

Feb 8, 2025

Patricia Kelley Young, a beacon of kindness and faith, passed away peacefully on February 8, 2025, in Lincolnton, GA. Born on May 15, 1942, in Augusta, GA, Patricia's life was a testament to the love and dedication she had for her family, her work, and her community. Patricia is survived by her beloved husband of 38 years, John Young,...

Feb 6, 2025

Nathan Olin Cliatt, a cherished father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on February 6, 2025, in Augusta, GA, at the age of 78. Born on January 16, 1947, in Lincoln County, Georgia, Nathan's life was one marked by dedication, creativity, and a love for the natural world. Nathan was a proud 1965 graduate of Lincolnton High School, where...

Feb 6, 2025

McDuffie County

Frank Thomas Tankersley, Sr., 78, Thomson, Georgia, entered into eternal rest on February 6, 2025.

He was born in Thomson, Georgia on August 29, 1946, grew up in Thomson and has lived his life in Thomson.  Frank was Baptist by faith and a member of Grace Baptist Church of Warrenton.  He was a...

Feb 5, 2025

McDuffie County

James Charles "J.C." Newsome, 90, Thomson, Georgia, entered into eternal rest on February 5, 2025.

He was born in Thomson, Georgia on March 28, 1934, grew up in McDuffie and Warren Counties until graduation when J.C. joined the Navy.  J.C. retired form serving his Country in the Navy where he served in both...

Feb 1, 2025

It is with deep sorrow and much love that we announce the passing of Mark Alan Finuf, age 65, of Thomson, Georgia, on February 1, 2025.

He was born on June 23, 1959, in Emporia, Kansas and settled in Thomson in 1979 where he helped open, cultivate and eventually became 2nd generation owner of Finuf Sign Company....

Jan 30, 2025

Mrs. JoAnne Parris Hanson, 75, entered into rest January 30, 2025 surrounded by her loving family. JoAnne was born in Washington, GA to the late Marvin William Parris, Sr., and the late Hazel Godowns Parris. She was a lifelong resident of McDuffie County and attended Thomson High School. After high school, she worked for many years at Hoover Treated...

Jan 29, 2025

Mrs. Marcene Olivia Poss Powell, 77, left this world on January 29, 2025, in Augusta, Georgia. Born on April 10, 1947, in Washington, Georgia, Marcene's life was a testament to her intelligence, creativity, and passionate spirit.

Marcene's childhood in Lincoln County were marked by her vibrant leadership and academic achievements. As a 1964 Lincoln County Homecoming Queen...

Jan 26, 2025

Joseph Michael "Mike" Guin, 71 passed away at Wills Memorial Hospital, Washington on January 26, 2025.

Born in Wilkes County, Georgia, on July 26, 1953, to the late J.W. and Betty Jean Cato Guin, Mike was a lifelong resident of the Floral Hill Community, a place he deeply loved and where he established his roots. Mike began...

Jan 26, 2025

Earl William "Billy" Challender passed away peacefully on January 26, 2025, in Augusta, Georgia, at the age of 68. Born in the picturesque city of Naples, Italy, on December 24, 1956, to the late Earl W. Challender, Sr. and Virginia Ann Watson Challender, Billy's life was a tapestry of experiences woven through the many places his family called home,...

Jan 23, 2025

McDuffie County

Rodney Steven "Steve" Reed, 74, Dearing, Georgia, entered into eternal rest on January 23, 2025.

He was born in Augusta, Georgia at Eisenhower Medical Center on January 13, 1951, grew up in the Augusta area and graduated from Glenn Hills High School in 1970.

Steve served as a Master Mason and ...