Central Savannah River Crematory

Thomas William Wright entered into rest at his home on Monday May 13, 2024. Tom was born September 10, 1947to Paul and Helen Wright in Elgin, Illinois, and grew up in Golconda, a small town in southern Illinois. With his father and uncles, he developed a love of the outdoors where he hunted, fished, and played all manner of sports. He graduated from Pope County High School in 1965, where he was the catcher for the baseball team. Immediately after graduation, he was drafted by the Detroit Tigers farm team. He played single-A professional baseball for the Tigers in Valentine, Nebraska, for one summer. Tom continued his sports career playing baseball and basketball for Augusta College. He...

On Friday, March 8, 2024, James F. Beatty, Sr., a proud Vietnam Veteran with unwavering dedication to his country, loving husband, father of four children, eleven grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren, passed away peacefully at the age 77, surrounded by his loved ones at his home in Blythe, Georgia. James was born in Sharon, Pennsylvania, December 5, 1946 to Finley "Bud" and Maude Elizabeth (Saunders) Beatty. At the age of 17, James enlisted in the U.S. Army. He valued his time in the military and attained the rank of E-7, Sergeant First Class, by his retirement in 1984. He then went on to serve in the U.S. Postal Service as a mail carrier for 25 years. During his time in the military...

Calvin W. Fort 98, entered into rest on Friday February 2, 2024 at his residence. Calvin was a retired Real Estate and Insurance Agent with Jim Courson Realty. Serving in the U.S. Army during World War ll , Korea and Vietnam. A member of Little Brier Creek Church in Warrenton, GA. Survivors include his beloved wife Debra M. Fort; son Mark E. Fort; daughter Janice Alablade. He was preceded in death by his first wife Kathryn Elkins Fort and sons Calvin W. Fort Jr. and James L. Fort. Services were privately held .

JoeAnn Stephens, 77 years old, entered into rest, peacefully in her sleep on Sunday, December 17, 2023 at her home in Martinez, GA. JoeAnn was born on November 21, 1946 in Augusta, GA to the late Paul and Virginia Scarboro. She was one of 10 children. JoeAnn married the late Vernon E Stephens in 1977 and was a resident of Boneville, GA and was a member of Queen of Angels Catholic Church in Thomson, GA. She loved to go fishing, camping, taking boat rides, playing bingo and spending time with her family. JoeAnne leaves to cherish her loving memory, her children Cindy L Helmick (John), Les Black (Sheri), Charlie Black (Ronda), Keith Lemke (Paula) and Robert Lemke (Andi);...

Elizabeth Gwendolyn Carter Hyde entered into rest on December 15, 2023, at 3021 Gray Fox Drive in Hephzibah, Georgia. She was born in Youngstown, Ohio on January 25, 1951, to the late Louise Elizabeth Scott Carter and the late Alonzo Williams Carter. She was a member of Third Baptist Church in Youngstown, Ohio. Elizabeth graduated from South High School in 1969. She participated in the Booster Club, the Banquet Committee, and the band where she played the oboe. She attended college in Washington, DC. Elizabeth resided and worked various jobs in Washington DC, and Baltimore Maryland. Elizabeth joined the United States Army ranking Specialist (SP5). She was stationed in Fort Benning,...

Patricia I. McNamee (Pat) age 76, passed away on January 24, 2023, following complications due to Covid. She was born in New Jersey on July 31, 1946, to Edward G. Ingram and Marthe Seger. They soon after moved to Greenwich Ct. She was a mom, grandmother, volunteer, avid gardener, mentor, animal rescuer and a friend to many. She was a two- time cancer survivor. Pat was a lifelong volunteer, whether it be with the Girl Scouts of America when her girls were young or more recently with her therapy dog, Pete, with the Alliance of Therapy Dogs, where they brought joy to the many facilities they visited. Her other passion was animal rescue. Countless dogs, horses, various small animals or...

Patricia I. McNamee (Pat) age 76, passed away on January 24, 2023, following complications due to Covid. She was born in New Jersey on July 31, 1946, to Edward G. Ingram and Marthe Seger. They soon after moved to Greenwich Ct. She was a mom, grandmother, volunteer, avid gardener, mentor, animal rescuer and a friend to many. She was a two- time cancer survivor. Pat was a lifelong volunteer, whether it be with the Girl Scouts of America when her girls were young or more recently with her therapy dog, Pete, with the Alliance of Therapy Dogs, where they brought joy to the many facilities they visited. Her other passion was animal rescue. Countless dogs, horses, various small animals or...

John C. Paulos, born on Aug 16,1944, died peacefully in his sleep on Sept 22, 2022. John spent most of his life in the Augusta and North Augusta area. In his youth he was a member of Hill Baptist Church. He attended Tubman Jr High and Richmond Academy, where he graduated in 1962. He enjoyed his years at ARC and was on the track team and and the band. After graduating from ARC he attended Augusta Tech to be a draftsman. He worked for CSRA Testing and Engineering Company for 10 years and Besson and Pope Consulting Engineers for about 15 years. He loved archaeology and was a member of the Augusta Archaeological Society. He also enjoyed "rocks and minerals" and often made trips to Graves...

Carolyn Hallmark Caulkins went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, Sunday, September 18, 2022. She was surrounded by her family as she entered her new home. Carolyn (aka MiMi) was born November 12, 1928, to Victor William Hallmark and Paula Johnson Hallmark. She was preceded in death by her husband, Henry Baker Caulkins, Jr. and her two older sisters, Anita and Doris.Carolyn grew up in Chattanooga Tennessee. At Chattanooga High School, she was selected May Queen, most representative and most attractive of her senior class. After high school, she was elected Chattanooga's Maid of Cotton. She attended University of Chattanooga until she met the love of her life, Henry Baker...

Kenneth "Ken/Kenny/KC" Wright Chitty died unexpectedly at his home on Thursday, August 18, 2022. Ken was born October 8, 1954 in Bamberg, SC to the late Edward Eugene Chitty, Sr. and Patricia Ann Wright Chitty. He is survived by his wife Kim A. Costine, Evans GA and his brother Edward E. "Eddie" Chitty, Jr. (Michael "Jeremy" McClain) of San Francisco, CA. Ken attended Mira Loma HS in Sacramento, CA until 1971. In 1971 the family moved back to Denmark, SC. Ken graduated from Denmark-Olar HS in 1972. Ken spent 40+ years in the nuclear power industry. First at Plant Vogtle for Georgia Power as part of the survey field operations team. Thereafter, he traveled the country working as a...

Herbert Edward Walker, Jr., 65, entered into rest April 12, 2022. Born in Augusta, Georgia on May 31, 1956 to Herbert and Marian Carter Walker. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Survivors include two daughters, Cathy Walker; Jennifer Jones (Wesley); former wife, Donna Walker and step son, Jason Suggs; three grandsons. McNeill Funeral Home & Central Savannah River Crematory, 109 Shaw Street, Martinez, Georgia 706.364.9122

David G. Mohr, 80, entered into rest January 2, 2022 at his residence in Aiken, SC with his loving wife, Debbie at his side. He was born in Shelbyville, IN on May 26, 1941, to the late Richard and Helen (Transou) Mohr. David graduated from Indiana University, School of Business in 1966. Mr. Mohr is survived by his wife Debbie of Aiken, SC. Additional survivors include his son, David Gregg Mohr (Lyn Chi Mohr); granddaughter, Kyra Chi Mai Mohr of Bellevue Washington; brother, Max Mohr of Vandalia, Ohio and sister-in-law Janet Mohr wife of his late brother Phillip Mohr of Osgood, IN, along with numerous nephews, nieces and cousins. He is also preceded in death by his parents. David...

Anne Winkler Katzer, 73, entered into rest on January 1, 2022 at her residence surrounded by her family. Anne was born in Lima, Ohio on March 11, 1948 to the late Dr. James H. Winkler and Betty Hatfield Winkler. Anne graduated from Lima Senior High School in 1966 and went on to graduate with a Bachelors in Sociology from Ohio State University in 1970. She also received a Paralegal Degree from Fairleigh Dickinson University. She lived in McCormick, SC in the Savannah Lakes Village Community since 2004. She was a member of the Tri Delta Sorority Nu Chapter at Ohio State University and an avid Buckeyes fan. Outside of collegiate interests she loved playing Bridge. Anne was known for her good...

Mr. Raymond (Ray) Gibson Hammond Jr., of Statesboro, GA, beloved husband of 59 years to the late Mrs. Anne Fulmer Hammond, passed away at his residence on Thursday, December 30, 2021. Mr. Hammond was born December 4, 1939, in Elberton, GA. In addition to his wife, he was preceded in death by his parents Mr. Raymond Gibson Hammond Sr. and Mrs. Katherine Parks Hammond; and his sister, Mrs. Patricia Hammond Powell, all of Lincolnton, GA. He was in the US Navy from 1957-1960, where he served on the USS Salem, USS Canberra, and USS Randolph; after his military service he then served in law enforcement in Lincoln County, GA and as a Georgia State Trooper where he was a segreant at the end of...

Henry Lamar Turner Sr., age 73 peacefully went to our Lord on December 26, 2021. Grove First Baptist Church will host the service on Wednesday, January 5, 2022 at 10am. He was a proud Air force veteran of the Vietnam War. Henry has a bachelor's degree in criminal justice from Troy University. He worked as a police officer in Augusta, Ga before retiring from SRS (Wackenhut Services, Inc.). He was a man of faith who loved the Lord, his family, church and the military. Henry was proceeded in death by parents; Forrest Sr. And Lucille Morgan Turner, brothers; Jack and Stephan E. Turner (Patricia) of Georgia. He is survived by wife; Rebecca Turner, son; Henry Turner Jr. (Sharon), daughter;...

Greenwood, SC- Johnathan Worley, age 23, beloved son of John Worley and Kristy Golden, entered into eternal rest on December 9, 2021. A memorial service will be held at 6pm on Tuesday, December 21, 2021, at Trinity On The Hill Baptist Church, 1330 Monte Sano Avenue, Augusta,GA 30904. Johnathan was a 2017 graduate of Hepzibah High School and was most recently employed at Wal-Mart, working as a 3rd shift stocker. Johnathan was a talented young man. His artistic flare infiltrated throughout his artwork. He enjoyed music, skateboarding and spending time with his family. Johnathan focused on the well-being of others and could often be found being of service to another in need. As a...

Louis Theofield Doleac III of Lexington, South Carolina, passed away peacefully on November 1st, 2021. Louis was born on December 11th, 1954 in Hattiesburg, Mississippi to Louis (Buddy) Doleac and Lilah Joyce Doleac. He grew up in Gulfport, Mississippi and graduated from Gulfport East High School in 1973. He is survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Lynn Burrow Doleac; three children, Brittany Doleac Queen (Lexington, South Carolina), Louis Doleac IV (Hillsboro, Oregon), Landon Doleac (Lexington, South Carolina); two granddaughters, Marin Queen and Sutton Queen (Lexington, South Carolina); siblings, Debbie Doleac Clark (Pensacola, Florida), Tami Doleac Young husband Ronny (Tupelo,...

W. Byron Brown, Sr.74 of Waynesboro, GA passed away peacefully in sleep surrounded by his family on Thursday October 14, 2021. He was a Florida native and lived the past 48 years in Burke County. He attended Broward College and the University of Florida. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army serving a tour in the Vietnam War with distinction. Mr. Brown was a member of the First Baptist Church of Waynesboro and was a former adult Sunday School teacher at the Vidette Methodist Church. He was a faithful servant of our Lord Jesus Christ. He was a retired farmer whose love of the land was evident to all who knew him. He enjoyed woodworking, but most of all he was a devoted family man and devout...

Mrs. Cecil Valley Erwin Bischof passed away peacefully in her home at Benton House on February 11, 2021 in Aiken, SC, at the age of 99 and a half. She was born July 25, 1921 in Memphis, TN to Minola L. Valley and Raymond O. Valley. She was predeceased by her parents and her stepfather, Clayton L. Roberts, her brother Raymond W. Valley "Whompy," her sister Betty V. Spicer, and her husband's Joe D. Erwin and Lawrence F. Bischof. She is survived by her daughters, Carmen E. Dyson (Richard) of Fairfax, VA, Nancy E. Gregory of Aiken, SC, Alice E. Ring of Oviedo, FL, her grandchildren, Virginia L. Dyson, Julia D. Novak (Joe), Joe T. Clarke (Sarah), Amanda C. Henley (William), Paul A. Gregory...

Patricia Derr (87) passed away on February, 7, 2021. Patricia was born in Gettysburg, PA to Ethel Marie and Joseph Warren Gelwicks. Patricia leaves to mourn her loss her beloved children and her cherished sisters (Celeste Bernadine Evans and Madelyn Clotilde Dawson). In addition, she has a wonderful extended family including in-laws, nieces & nephews, grandchildren and great grandchildren whom she loved with all her heart; their calls and visits always brought a smile to her face and a twinkle in her eyes. Patricia was preceded in death by her husband (Paul J Derr), her parents (J Warren and Ethel Gelwicks), nine siblings (Joseph Carroll Gelwicks, Ethel Angela Ireland, James Eugene...

Mrs. Sharon Watson Best, the wife of Freddie W. Best jr, went to be with Jesus on January 20, 2021. She was a retired elementary school teacher with the Richmond County School System. There were so many lives she positively affected by the way she loved people and the way she lived her life. She was a member of Powell Baptist Church in Harlem, Georgia. Mrs. Best was preceded in death by her parents, Elton and Nell Watson of Dublin, GA and her brother Tommy Watson of Nashville, TN. Including her husband, she is survived by daughter and son in law, Jessica and Tommy Purvis, Grovetown, GA and her 2 grandsons, Greggory Powell jr and Brant Purvis. Mrs. Best memorial service, for immediate...