Berta Susan Wright

May 5, 2025

Susan Wright, age 84, of Augusta, Georgia, passed away peacefully on May 5, surrounded by her loving family after a courageous battle with dementia.

Born on May 3, 1941, Susan was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. She shared a beautiful life with her beloved husband, Richard, and together they raised a loving family that was always at the center...

Jim L. Dent

May 2, 2025



James L. “Jim” Dent, a pioneering figure in professional golf and a beloved pillar of the Augusta, Georgia community, passed away peacefully on May 2, 2025 at the age of 85. His journey from humble beginnings in Augusta to becoming a dominant force on the PGA and Senior PGA Tours is a testament to his extraordinary talent, perseverance, and quiet...

Laura Smith

May 2, 2025

In Loving Memory of Laura Sparks SmithBorn in Rapid City, South Dakota – 01/18/1954 | Passed on May 2, 2025

Laura S Smith passed away on May 2nd 2025. , leaving behind a quiet strength that touched everyone who knew her. She was steady. She was funny in the most unexpected ways. And above all else, she was deeply, endlessly loving.

Born...

Sara McDaniel

May 1, 2025



Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Thursday, May 1, 2025, Mrs. Sara McDaniel, 83, widow of Fred McDaniel.

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Sara Proctor McDaniel, caring mother and grandmother, cherished wife, and spirited homemaker. She left this world loved and cherished in a graceful manner.

Born with a fiery spirit and an open heart,...

Paula Janette Daniel

May 1, 2025

Augusta, GA – Entered into rest on Thursday, May 1, 2025, Paula Janette Daniel, 76.

Janette was born in Lake City, FL to the late Leroy & Lousie Markham. She moved to Augusta in 1978 where she remained for the rest of her life. Janette worked for the Richmond County Health Department for 30 years before retiring. She returned to the...

Ben L. Harbin

Apr 30, 2025

Augusta, GA — Entered into rest on April 30, 2025. Benjie Lewis Harbin, 61, was a loving father, brother, son, and friend.

Born October 28, 1963, in Toombs County, Georgia, Ben graduated from Hephzibah High School, Georgia Military College (Graduate of Distinction), and earned his MBA from Mercer University, where he also received an honorary Doctor of Law (JD) degree.

Ben served...

Isaac "Mike" Askew III

Apr 28, 2025

Isaac Clifton “Mike” Askew, III, 80, of Augusta, Georgia, passed away peacefully on April 28, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Augusta on August  25, 1944, to the late Isaac Clifton Askew, Jr. and Louise King Askew.

Mike grew up in Grovetown and Warrenton, Georgia. He graduated from Warren County High School, where he enjoyed playing both...

Christopher Keith Finnell

Apr 28, 2025

Christopher Keith Finnell, of Harlem, GA, passed away unexpectedly on April 28th at the age of 44. His loss has left our family heartbroken and deeply shocked.

Chris was born on September 29, 1980, in Charleston, WV, to Gregory and Debra Finnell. As a child, he was diagnosed with the rare neurological condition Moyamoya. Despite this challenge, he bravely underwent two...

Jacqueline Giddens

Apr 28, 2025

Augusta, GA – Jacqueline Giddens, 96, wife of the late Eschol Giddens, entered into rest on Monday, April 28, 2025, after a long and beautiful life.

Jackie was born in Wembley, England and moved to the United States in 1946 as a war bride. She settled in Cochran, GA where she and Eschol raised their three children. While in Cochran, she...