John Allen "Al" Dempsey, Jr.
Jan 23, 2024
Appling, GA – Mr. John Allen “Al” Dempsey, Jr., 78, husband of Mrs. Cynthia “Cindye” Johnson Dempsey entered into rest on Tuesday, January 23, 2024, at his home with his family by his side. He was preceded in death by his father and mother, John Allen Dempsey, Sr. and Reba Orr Dempsey. Family members, in addition to his wife, include...
Gary Walter Royal
Jan 21, 2024
Evans, GA - Mr. Gary Walter Royal, aged 71, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, January 21, 2024. A devoted husband to Catherine (Cathy) Ellen Stone Royal, Gary was a cherished figure in his community and family. The memorial service is scheduled for Saturday, February 3 at 10:00 am at North Augusta Bible Chapel, with Rod Sharp officiating. Interment...
Richard Perry III
Jan 21, 2024
Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Sunday, January 21, 2024, Mr. Richard Perry III, 57, husband and friend of Carrie Perry.
Richard was a native of Somerville, NJ but has lived in Augusta for several years. He proudly served in the United States Army. He was an owner/operator for Schneider Trucking and other transportation companies over the years. He was...
Sandra Dillard
Jan 21, 2024
Sandra Dillard
Graniteville, SC – Entered into rest on Sunday, January 21, 2024, Mrs. Sandra Leilani Dillard, 61, loving wife of Troy Dillard.
Sandra was an animal lover and had a big heart. She enjoyed her rock collection and was an avid music fan.
Family members, in addition to her husband, include her mother: Janice Ryals; sons: Tristian Dillard and Skylar Dillard; sister:...
James Louis Becton, MD
Jan 21, 2024
Augusta, GA – Dr. James L. Becton passed away on Sunday, January 21, 2024.
Dr. Becton was born on October 8, 1934 in Savannah, Georgia to Beulah Lee Joyner and Herbert E. Becton. He grew up in Pooler, Georgia. He graduated from Savannah High School, attended Georgia Southern University and graduated from Wake Forest University in 1956. He earned his MD...
Sandra Lou Strausbaugh
Jan 20, 2024
Sandra Lou “Sandy” (Ratliff) Strausbaugh, 78, of Newark, died on Saturday, January 20, 2024, after a brief illness. A service to celebrate her life will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, April 13, 2024, Pleasant View Church/Barnes Cemetery at 6031 Fallsburg Rd NE, Newark, OH.
Her family includes her husband of 60 years, Paul; three children,...
Herbie L. Knight
Jan 20, 2024
Entered into rest on Saturday, January 20, 2024, Herbert Lee Knight, 62.
Herbie was a native of Augusta, Georgia and a graduate of Glenn Hills High School. He worked at Savannah River Site as a welder. An avid fan of UGA football, the Dallas Cowboys and WWE, which Herbie liked watching on television. He enjoyed playing golf, fishing and planting flowers...
Robert J. Hillman
Jan 20, 2024
Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Saturday, January 20, 2024, Mr. Robert J. Hillman, 102, loving husband of 74 years to the late Betty Nadine Hillman.
Mr. Hillman was a native of Ohio but spent many years in Augusta. He graduated from Kent State University and was a WWII veteran, having served in the Air Force. He retired from Goodyear...
Dr. Philip W. Catalano
Jan 19, 2024
Philip William Catalano, M.D. (77) passed away surrounded by his children on January 19, 2024, in his home in Augusta, GA. Philip, also known as Phil, was born to Dr. Edward William and Mary Suzanne Harrison, on May 4, 1946, in Pittsburgh, PA. Phil was the second of eleven children. He is survived by his seven children: daughters Joan Parker...
Vernell Hamil
Jan 19, 2024
Evans, GA – Entered into rest on Friday, January 19, 2024, Mrs. Vernell Smith Hamil, 92, loving wife of 59 years to the late William Grady Hamil.
Nell, “GiGi” to her many children and grandchildren, was born and proudly raised in Alabama with eight siblings on a large working family farm, with life predominated by hard work, fun times, and faith....