Mrs. Turlene D. Wells, 76, of Happy Valley Rd., entered into rest July 14, 2019 at University Hospital. Mrs. Wells was a native of McDuffie County, the daughter of the late Olin Dunevent and the late Agnes Irene Goldman Dunevent. She enjoyed crafting including crochet, sewing, and quilting. Survivors include her beloved husband, J.S. Wells; sons, Eddie Smith, Richard Smith, Carey Smith, and Howard Smith; stepchildren, Terry Tapley, Ronnie Wells, Michael Wells, Ann Birchfield, Wayne Wells and Jennifer Thompson; brothers, Joseph Dunevent, Richard Dunevent, and Manuel Dunevent; and numerous grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, July 18, 2019 in the Beggs...

Mr. James "Buddy" Doyle Smith, 63, entered into rest July 13, 2019. Mr. Smith, a native of the Conyers-Covington areas of Georgia, but moved to Thomson several years ago, was the son of the late James Smith and the late Mary Young Smith. He was a machinist, heavy equipment operator, and a haul truck driver for Sellers Construction. Mr. Smith enjoyed fishing and electronics. Survivors include his beloved wife, Yvonne Smith; son, Greg Smith of Anderson, SC; daughters, Lisa Smith and Kelly Brown (Daniel) of Anderson, SC; stepdaughter, Kimberly Smith of Covington, GA; sister, Donna Thomburgh; and five grandchildren. No services are planned at this time. Beggs Funeral Home, 799 Cobbham...

Mr. Oliver Fred Garner, 69, entered into rest July 8, 2019 at Doctors Hospital. Mr. Garner was a native of Warren County, Georgia and a 1967 graduate of Warren County High School. He lived in Camak, GA for many years serving the people of Warren County as the Director of EMS, an EMT, Fireman, Deputy Coroner, and as a former Mayor of Camak. He was also a former member of the McDuffie Civil Defense and served as Trustee of the Appling Fire Department. He also worked as a supervisor for Georgia Iron Works and as a Woodmen of the World Insurance Representative. Mr. Garner retired from Doctors Hospital as an Occupational Health Professional. He was a member of the Franklin Masonic Lodge #11 in...

Mr. Ray Fleming Beckum, 78, entered into rest July 3, 2019. Mr. Beckum was the son of the late Romie Clayton Beckum and Suzie Reid Beckum. He was a native of Augusta, Georgia and had lived in McDuffie County for the past 37 years. He started his career at Johnson Motor Company, Augusta and was parts manager at McNair Equipment in Wrens, GA and several other dealerships in Augusta, GA. Mr. Beckum was a member of the Pea Ridge Volunteer Fire Department and a member of the Nazarene Church of Wrens, GA. In addition to his parents, Mr. Beckum was preceded in death by his wife of 52 years, Martha Beckum and daughter in law, Jennifer Beckum. Survivors include sons, Joe Beckum and wife, Rhonda of...

Mr. Huey Long Carithers, 82, of Three Points Rd. NW entered into rest June 28, 2019 at University Hospital. Mr. Carithers was a native of McDuffie County, Georgia and was the son of the late Robert Carithers and the late Edna Howard Carithers. He was the retired owner and operator of Carithers Construction. Mr. Carithers was an avid golfer and enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening and especially growing tomatoes to give to his friends. He was a member of First Baptist Church in Thomson. Survivors include his daughter, Lisa C. Bowles (Brian); brother, Billy Carithers (Shirley); sisters, Annie Ruth Clark, Linda Whitaker, Sandra Church (Ray); and grandchildren, Andrew Bowles and Connor Bowles....

Mr. Samuel "Sam" Brunson, 89, entered into rest June 21, 2019. Mr. Brunson grew up in Camak, Georgia and was the son of the late William Heath Brunson and the late Mildred Crouch Brunson. Following his service in the U. S. Navy during the Korean Conflict, he worked at Ft. Gordon as an electrician and retired with over 30 years of service. He enjoyed raising animals, farming and loved traveling with his wife, Joyce. Mr. Brunson was a member of Young Memorial United Methodist Church, a 32nd degree mason, a member of the A. J. Miller Masonic Lodge #204, the Scottish Rite Valley of Augusta, Alee Shrine Temple and the Thomson Shrine Club. Survivors include his beloved wife of 66 years, Joyce...

Mrs. Lorraine "Lori" Batten, 75, entered into rest June 20, 2019. Mrs. Batten, long-time resident of Warrenton, GA, was born in Breckenridge, Minnesota, the daughter of the late Joseph Dauer and the late Mary Schreiber Dauer. She graduated from Catholic School and then joined the Army. Mrs. Batten worked at J.A. Maxwell, Thomson Elementary, and Dearing Elementary Schools and also as a caterer before retirement. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and homemaker. Mrs. Batten was a Christian by faith. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her brother, Dick Dauer of ND. Survivors include her beloved husband of 54 years, Jack Batten; son, Johnny Batten (Joy) of...

Mr. Duncan Allmon Sessoms, 77, entered into rest June 20, 2019. Mr. Sessoms was born in Fayetteville, NC and served in the U.S. Army during Vietnam. He had lived in Harlem, GA for many years before moving to Gibson. Mr. Sessoms retired from the U.S. Postal Service and later did computer engineering. He was a member of Fort Creek Baptist Church. Survivors include his son, Patrick Duncan Sessoms of Fayetteville, NC; sister, Gale Howard of Greer, SC; and close friends, Jimmy McLane and Dr. Kelli Carter of Gibson, GA. No service is planned at this time. Beggs Funeral Home, 799 Cobbham Rd., Thomson, Georgia is honored to serve the family of Mr. Duncan Allmon Sessoms.

Mr. Barney Lewis Johnson, Sr., 86, entered into rest June 20, 2019. Mr. Johnson, a long-time resident of Thomson, but grew up in Warren county, was the son of the late Ira Johnson and the late Annie Landrum Johnson. He retired from the Thomson Company as a Cutting Room Manager, after 30 years in the garment industry. Mr. Johnson was a member of the VFW, the Disabled Veterans, the Gideons, and Washington Heights Baptist Church. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his three sisters and four brothers. Survivors include his beloved wife of 65 years, Betty Chalker Johnson; son, Barney Lewis Johnson, Jr. (Janice) of Bluffton, SC; daughter, Wanda Johnson Hayes (Bob) of...