Obituaries
Mildred Frances Usry Thompson
Jun 11, 2024
Mildred Frances Usry Thompson died at The Harbor at Harmony Crossing Assisted Living Home in Eatonton GA on Tuesday, June 11, 2024. She was born December 20,1932 in Bath SC to Jim C Usry Sr. and Rubie Hicks Usry and was the oldest of five children. She moved to Swainsboro, as a child, and met Clarence Ashley Thompson at the...
Elizabeth "Adell" Lawrence Black
May 27, 2024
The Bartow-Wadley area mourns the loss of a beloved lifelong resident, Elizabeth "Adell" Lawrence Black, 75. Known for her unwavering dedication to family and her kind-hearted nature, Adell passed away at her residence on May 27, 2024, after bravely battling bone cancer. Graveside services to celebrate her life will be held at 1:00PM Monday, June 3, 2024 in the Wadley...
Linda Nell Fullwood Windom
May 18, 2024
Linda Nell Fullwood Windom, 66, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, May 18, 2024, at the Washington County Regional Medical Center in Sandersville, making a peaceful transition in to her eternity in Heaven. Private services to celebrate her life will be held at a later date.
Born on February 7, 1958, in Jacksonville, FL, the family relocated to Swainsboro and later to...
Katrina Anne Miller
May 9, 2024
After a short, hard-fought battle with pancreatic cancer, Katrina Anne Carr Miller, 69, peacefully transitioned into her eternity Thursday morning, May 9, 2024 at her residence in Wrens. Graveside services to celebrate her life will be held at 2:00PM Monday, May 20, 2024 at Poplar Springs North Baptist Church Cemetery with Rev. Tim Hoover officiating.
Born on July 19, 1954, to...
Teddy McNair Phillips
Apr 23, 2024
Teddy McNair Phillips, 72, a man of many talents and unwavering spirit, passed away on April 23, 2024, at Wellstar MCG (formerly Augusta University) Medical Center. Born on September 1, 1951, Teddy's life was a vibrant tapestry woven with colorful threads of adventure, camaraderie, and hard work. Growing up in Wrens, Teddy held his roots close to his heart and always...
Mildred Martin Stapleton Jordan
Apr 23, 2024
Mildred Martin Stapleton Jordan, 98, a cherished member of the Wrens community, peacefully entered into her eternity at Doctors Hospital in Augusta. Entering this world on March 1, 1926 and departing on Tuesday, April 23, 2024, Mildred's journey on this Earth was marked by resilience, love, and a deep appreciation for life.
Mildred's love story with her devoted husband, Ray Jordan...
Jerry "Peanut" Joe Watts
Apr 21, 2024
Jerry "Peanut" Joe Watts, 70, peacefully transitioned to his eternity on April 21, 2024, at Wellstar MCG Medical Center in Augusta. The family will greet friends from 5:00-7:00 P.M. Friday evening, April 26, 2024 at James Funeral Home after which the service to celebrate his life will be held in the James Funeral Home Chapel at 7:00 P.M. with Chris...
Lee Olon Hobbs, Jr.
Apr 15, 2024
Lee Olon Hobbs, Jr., 51, known affectionately as "LeBo", unexpectedly entered into his eternity at Wellstar MCG (formerly Augusta University) on April 15, 2024. A graveside service to honor his life will be held at 3:00PM on April 19, 2024, at Keysville United Methodist Church Cemetery where he will be interred next to his father. Rev. Ed Chance will be...
Jerry David Dowdy
Apr 12, 2024
Jerry David Dowdy, 77, more affectionately known to his grandchildren as “Big Daddy”, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend to many, passed away on April 12, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of hard work, dedication and commitment to family. Born in 1947 in Glennville, Georgia, to Willie Jo and Frank Dowdy, Jerry was known for his straightforward nature but...
Shirley Faye Masters Glackin
Apr 9, 2024
Shirley Faye Masters Glackin, 82, passed away peacefully at her residence on April 9, 2024. Graveside services were held at 11:00AM Friday, April 12, 2024 at Hillcrest Memorial Park in Augusta with Deacon David Callahan officiating.
Born on April 15, 1941, in Oglethorpe County, Shirley's family later moved to Augusta where she spent her formative years and eventually raised her own...
Bennett "David" Carpenter
Apr 5, 2024
Bennett "David" Carpenter, 77, peacefully transitioned into his Heavenly home at Doctors Hospital Friday night, April 5, 2024. Graveside services to celebrate his life will be held at 11:00 A.M. Tuesday morning, April 9, 2024, in the Ebenezer Associated Reformed Presbyterian Church Cemetery with Rev. Ed Chance officiating. The family will greet friends at the home of Erwin Thompson...
George Albert Black
Mar 31, 2024
George Albert Black, 78, passed away peacefully at his residence and entered into his eternal home in Heaven. The family will greet friends from 11:00-1:00 P.M. Saturday, April 6, 2024 at James Funeral Home. The funeral service to celebrate his life will follow in the James Funeral Home Chapel with Sister Polly Davis officiating. Interment with full military honors will...
Betty Jean Gray Broome
Mar 29, 2024
Betty Jean Gray Broome, 78, peacefully entered into her eternity in Heaven on March 29, 2024 at Wellstar MCG (formerly Augusta University) Medical Center. The family will greet friends at James Funeral Home from 6:00-8:00PM Wednesday evening, April 3, 2024. A graveside service to celebrate her life will be held at 2:00PM Thursday afternoon, April 4, 2024, in the Blythe...
Derek Franklyn Tanner
Mar 21, 2024
Derek Franklyn Tanner, 57, passed away unexpectedly at Jefferson Hospital on March 21, 2024. The family will have a remembrance celebration and will greet friends from 1:00 – 2:30 P.M. Saturday, March 30, 2024 at James Funeral Home.
He was born in 1966 in Augusta and started his career as a house painter before becoming a landscaper at the esteemed Augusta...
Harlan Lee Unruh
Mar 20, 2024
Harlan Lee Unruh was born October 1, 1948 in Colby, KS to the late Lottie Peters Unruh and the late Harvey Unruh. After battling cancer for eight years, he peacefully slipped away in the early morning hours of March 20, 2024 at Maple View Retirement Community, Ithaca, Michigan, reaching the age of seventy-five years. The family will receive friends from...
Larry Mack Holbert
Mar 17, 2024
Larry Mack Holbert, 82, peacefully transitioned into his eternity at his residence on March 17, 2024. The family will receive friends at James Funeral Home from 6:00-8:00PM Wednesday evening, March 20, 2024. Graveside services with military honors will be held at 1:00PM in the Mt. Moriah Cemetery with his brother-in-law, Chaplain (COL) USA Ret Mark Fritch, officiating. Born July 8, 1941,...
Debra "Debbie" Patton McManus
Mar 14, 2024
Debra "Debbie" Ann Patton McManus, 61, known her dedicated and compassionate nature, peacefully transitioned into her eternity at her residence on Thursday evening, March 14, 2024. A private memorial service will be held at a later date.
Born on December 20, 1962 to the late Lena Pate Patton and the late William Patton, Debbie led a remarkable life filled with love,...
David Wayne Prescott
Mar 14, 2024
David Wayne Prescott, 64, peacefully entered into his eternity Thursday, March 14, 2024, at Piedmont Augusta Hospital. The family will receive friends for a public visitation from 6:00-8:00PM Monday, March 18, 2024 at James Funeral Home. Prior to the public visitation, the family will receive family and friends at the residence of Jane Wood, 5328 Campground Road, Wrens, GA 30833....
Harlan Wayne Onley
Mar 13, 2024
Harlan Wayne Onley, 94, a dedicated family man, military veteran, and faithful member of the community, transitioned to his eternal home in Heaven at his daughter's residence Wednesday evening, March 13, 2024. To celebrate his life, memorial services with full military honors will be held in the James Funeral Home Chapel at 4:00PM Friday, March 22, 2024 with Rev. Mason...
Hiram Wardlaw Milburn
Mar 11, 2024
Hiram Wardlaw Milburn, 82, a man known for his strong work ethic and unwavering dedication to his family, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, March 11, 2024. The family will greet friends at James Funeral Home from 6:00 – 8:00PM Thursday evening, March 14, 2024. Funeral services to celebrate his life will be held in the James Funeral...
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