Hollis Dean Bales, 73, of Thomson, GA, passed away on May 13, 2021 in Evans, GA. Dean was born in Louisville, GA to Frank and Lonnie Bales on September 15, 1947. He was married to Betty Ann Shirey for 54 years. He worked as a professional Meat Cutter and Supervisor for Town and Country Packing Company in Thomson, GA for over 55 years before retiring. Dean was dedicated to his family and was a loyal employee with an amazing work ethic. He was a loving husband, dad and grandpa. He was the most generous person - giving to everyone and wanted to help young people starting their adult lives. He was uplifting and encouraging - known for his hearty, unforgettable laugh. He is survived by his...

Clarks Hill, SC--It is with profound sadness that the family of Colonel William George Andrews Jr., announce his peaceful passing on Tuesday, April 27, 2021, at the age of 90 years old. Colonel Andrews was a native of Mt. Vernon, NY, and was the son of the late William and Victoria Andrews. He was a retired U.S. Army Colonel. He was the commander of the 32nd Signal Battalion in Germany. Colonel Andrews was assigned to the Joint-Chief of Staff at the Pentagon in Washington, DC. Among his decorations, he was awarded the Bronze Star Medal, and the Legion of Merit Award. Colonel Andrews was a well rounded, educated, and articulate man. He was an avid fan of Wonder Woman, John Wayne, and the LA...

Ruth Helen Goldberg Tamkin of Jamaica Plain, formerly of Augusta, GA, passed away September 21, 2020. Ruth was born in Somerville where she went to Somerville High School and entered just the second class that agreed to admit women at Northeastern University in 1944 to study math and physics, where she graduated in 3 years while working evenings at the Goldberg family store in Somerville. She later would get her Masters at Rhode Island College. She married her husband, Arthur Tamkin in Brookline while he was a student at Harvard University. Soon after they moved to Durham NC where she worked at Duke Hospital while Arthur was pursuing advanced studies. His career lead them to live in a...

Marietta, GA -- Morgan Jean-Marie Shea loved life unapologetically, and life reciprocated with the most open of arms. Sharing time with her was like watching the sun rise and set, each moment more spectacular than the first. Exuding in confidence, Morgan's gregarious nature allowed for her to effortlessly become friends with anyone and everyone. Her contagious smile radiated wherever she was, making it impossible for anyone present to not be touched by her presence. Headstrong, sometimes to a fault; gorgeous inside and out, so lovely and so bright; a breath of fresh air, an enlivening wind of delight. Life was an ongoing celebration for Morgan, but not one she was simply attending,...

Robert Stanley Botnick, 89, of Augusta, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, May 23. A private graveside service was held for family only due to COVID-19 safety restrictions and livestreamed on Facebook for his many friends and family members. Dr. Botnick was born April 8, 1931 in New Orleans, LA, the son of Harry and Mollie Botnick, and grew up in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. He received his high school diploma from Phillips Exeter Academy, his undergraduate degree from Duke University, and his medical degree from Baylor College of Medicine. He completed internal medicine residency training at Hahnemann Hospital in Philadelphia before moving with his growing family to Augusta to begin medical...

Robert Stanley Botnick, 89, of Augusta, Georgia, passed away on Saturday, May 23. A private graveside service was held for family only due to COVID-19 safety restrictions and livestreamed on Facebook for his many friends and family members. Dr. Botnick was born April 8, 1931 in New Orleans, LA, the son of Harry and Mollie Botnick, and grew up in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. He received his high school diploma from Phillips Exeter Academy, his undergraduate degree from Duke University, and his medical degree from Baylor College of Medicine. He completed internal medicine residency training at Hahnemann Hospital in Philadelphia before moving with his growing family to Augusta to begin medical...

Grovetown, GA -- Mrs. Barbara Ellen Belcher, 88, beloved wife of 71 years of Ken M. Belcher, died on September, 19, 2019, in Augusta, GA. Barbara, a daughter of the late Golman Lee and Rhoda Ellen (Guinn) Marcus, was born in Wise County, VA, but lived most of her life in Richmond and Columbia County, GA. Grovetown, GA -- Barbara is survived by her husband, Ken M. Belcher; sons, Steven Kent Belcher, Brian Keith Belcher and wife Janis Irene (Prestwood), Kevin James Belcher, and Rodney Kenn Belcher; grandchildren, Lindsay Purdy (Justin), Jordan Belcher, Nolan Belcher (Rachel), Kody Belcher, Morgann Bradshaw (Stephen), Jamie Belcher, and Jodi Belcher; great-grandchildren, Carolina Purdy,...

Martinez, GA -- Mr. George Daniel Smith (US Army Ret.), 84, entered into rest on Saturday, August 3, 2019. He honorably served his country in Korea and the Vietnam War. He was also a member of the Masonic Lodge. He is preceded in death by his wife of 62 years, Norma Jean Smith; parents, Aubrey Wesley and Ethel Rickett Smith; and grandparents, Guy Clinton "G.C." and Willie Smith, and George Rickett and Callie Rickett. Survivors include his children, Susan Yvonne Smith, Kenneth Wesley Smith (Debra J.), Jennifer Carol Smith, and Daniel Lesley Smith; grandchildren, Danielle Jessica Walle (Brise), David L. Holmes (Mollie), Monique Elizabeth Brudi, Terry Lee Brown, Joseph Ortiz, Marisa Morton...

Teresa Ribera Pique, matriarch of the Pique family, passed away in Evans, Georgia on July 21, 2019, at age 99. Wife of the late Gonzalo A. Pique, and mother of four children: Teresa A. Espinoza (Antonio), of Fulshear, Texas; Gonzalo Pique (Susan Bachman) of Oakland, California; Xavier Pique (Edelma) of Evans, Georgia, and Lourdes Pique (Matthew Currie) of Benson, Vermont. Mrs. Pique also leaves behind several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. The Pique Family arrived at the United States in 1962 as refugees from the repressive regime of Fidel Castro in Cuba, and is forever grateful to the United States of America for the shelter and opportunities provided to us as refugees, then as...

Mr. Adam C. Bledsoe Sr., 32, entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, July 9, 2019. Adam was the true definition of a man, as he took much pride in working to provide for his family. In his free time, he enjoyed playing with his children and cooking his famous South Carolina barbecue. He was a member of the United Brotherhood of Carpenters. Adam will be truly missed by all who knew and loved him. Adam was preceded in death by his father, Richard Bledsoe. His survivors include; his wife, Brittany Bledsoe; his children, Adam C. Bledsoe Jr., and Mallory J. Bledsoe; mother, Virginia Bledsoe Glazzard; brother, Joshua (Nedra) Bledsoe; sister, Shauna (Victor) Bledsoe; and many nieces and nephews....

Arthur Wayne Suprek, 79, entered into rest at his residence on Wednesday, July 3, 2019. Mr. Suprek was born in Homestead, PA to John and Margaret Suprek. He graduated from Avella High School, Montefiore School of Nursing and Southern Illinois University. He retired as a registered nurse in the U.S. Army and served in the Vietnam War. After retirement from the Army, he worked at MCG hospital and retired after 20 years. Mr. Suprek is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Mary Wendelboe Suprek; two sons, Scott A. Suprek and John M. Suprek; daughter, Wendy Sweeney (Andy). He also leaves six grandchildren, Heather Martin (Justin), Chase Suprek, Amanda Jones, Ashley Jones, Skyler Suprek and...

Patricia Lastinger Trainor, 61, died on the 28th of June 2019 at the Augusta University Medical Center, Richmond County, Augusta, Georgia after a long illness. Mrs Trainor was born on the 16th of October, 1957 at Halifax Hospital, Daytona Beach, Florida to Clyde Edward Lastinger and Patricia Bargeron Lastinger. She graduated from Mainland Senior High School, Daytona Beach, Florida in 1975 and married Joel Andrew Trainor on the 21st of January 1976 in Norfolk, Virginia. The couple had two children; Johnathan Micheal Trainor and Stephanie Lynn Trainor. Patricia worked as a chairside dental assistant and dental office manager. She retired in 2007 when she suffered a heart attack. In 2008,...

Gonzalo Rodriguez, 90, beloved husband of Emma Rodriguez, entered into rest on June. 23, 2019. Survived by children, Maria Stidham (Frank), Norma Smith, Eric Rodriguez, Danny Rodriguez, Frank Rodriguez, Arnie Rodriguez, Marlo Collins (Steve). Grandchildren are Nicholas, Lindsey, Norah, Joshua, John Stephen, Sara, Jesse, Dylan, Emilio, Elise and Seth along with many great grand children. Our Dad served 26 years of active duty in the Army with two tours in Vietnam. During this time, he received the National Defense Service Medal, Parachutist Badge, Expert Badge Grenade, Expert Badge Bayonet, Expert Infantryman Badge, Good Conduct Medal, Vietnam Service Medal with/ One Civil Service Star,...

Barry Lee Steinberg, age 66, passed away on Thursday, June 20, 2019, at Augusta University Medical Center in Augusta, Georgia. Funeral services will be held graveside at 4 p.m. on Friday, June 21, 2019 at Magnolia Cemetery in Augusta with Rabbi David SIrull officiating. Barry was born in Augusta on September 19, 1952. He graduated from Richmond Academy in 1970 and from the University of Georgia in 1973, summa cum laude, where he studied accounting. He was inducted into Beta Gamma Sigma, the international business honor society. He worked briefly as a CPA in tax accounting for Arthur Andersen & Co. before returning to the University of Georgia for law school. After completing law...

Mrs. Rosemary Lotz Newton, 76, entered into rest on Tuesday, June 18, 2019. Mrs. Newton was a native of Augusta, GA. Mrs. Newton loved her family, especially her grandchildren. Mrs. Newton is preceded in death by her parents, John Henry Lotz and Mary Agnes Lotz; and her brother, John Lotz. Survivors include her spouse of 48 years, Ronald Newton; children, Ron Newton (Amy) and Dawn Sims (Jason); siblings, Harold Lotz (Debbie), Nancy Simpson (Robert) and Harriett Elliott; grandchildren, Morgan Newton, Grant Newton, John Robert Newton, Dawson Sims and Jacob Sims. Graveside services will be held on Friday, June 21, 2019 at Westview Cemetery with Pastor Bill Hilley officiating.

Mrs. Lucy L. Hawkins, 85, entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, June 12, 2019. Lucy had a voice that moved many souls. She was a faithful member of Friendly Church of God in Christ, where she served on the Mother's Board, Missionary Board and sang in the choir. She found great joy in serving her church family as well as her own family. With her motherly instinct, she touched the lives of many children and she will be greatly missed. Lucy was preceded in death by her parents, Howard Knight and Bertha Cooper; and her husband of 25 years, Rev. John W. Hawkins. Left to cherish her precious memories are her children; Ricky (Colette) Hawkins, Melissa (Mike) Nelson; brothers, Randy Cooper,...

Mr. Elliott Leary Evans, 70, entered into rest on June 11, 2019. Elliott was born in Augusta, Georgia on November 15, 1948 to Joseph Whatley Evans and Margaret Elliott Evans. He was preceded in death by his parents and his beloved wife of 32 years, Julia Lynn Higginbotham Evans. He is survived by his daughter, Margaret Rae Evans Newsome and her husband Burt, of Washington, GA; son, Elliott Leary Evans, Jr. and his wife, Tonya of Augusta, GA; grandchildren, William Richard Evans, Maurice Irvin Newsome, and Julia Kay Newsome; brother, Joseph W. Evans, Jr, Lt. Colonel (Ret.), USAF and his wife, Debbie of La Feria, TX; and sister, Corinthia Evans Greenway and her husband, Paul of Martinez,...

Mr. Richard Randell Crow Sr., known to friends and family as Dick Crow, 69, entered into rest on Wednesday, May 15, 2019. He is preceded in death by his parents, Jimmy and Bonita Crow, and his younger brother, Tim Crow. Survivors include his loving wife, Renate Crow; son and daughter-in-law, Richard R. Crow Jr. "Del" and Laura Crow; daughters, April Crow and Crystal Morges; grandchildren, Jackson Crow, Hannah Crow, William Crow, Zoie Favor, Max Favor, Liam Morges, and Aiden Morges. He is also survived by several of his siblings and a host of nieces and nephews. Dick honorably served as an Army helicopter pilot for many years of his life. He was active duty military during the Vietnam...

Edward Alexander Weeks III, 79, went to be with the Lord on December 12, 2018, after a courageous battle with Alzheimer's. He was cared for by is loving wife, Ilse, and passed at home surrounded by his wife and children. He was born on December 5, 1939 in Tullos, Louisiana. Edward served 20 years in the United States Army, retiring as a Chief Warrant Officer 2, and then continued his service by working in Civil Service for an additional 16 years. Edward loved spending time with his family, friends and his dogs. He played softball in his younger years, was an avid sports fan, enjoyed working in his yard and garden, and loved all animals. He was a member of the German Friendship Club, The...