Recent Obituaries

Apr 29, 2026

Mrs. Patsy Harris entered into rest on Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at her residence.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00PM on Monday, May 4, 2026 at Platts Funeral Home Belair Road Chapel with the Rev. Larry Harmon and the Rev. Malone Morris officiating. The family will receive friends prior to the service from 10:00 AM until service time. Burial will...

Apr 21, 2026

Deborah D. Carde, 72, entered eternal rest on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, surrounded by her loved ones.

Deborah D. Carde was born on September 2, 1953, in Chicago, Illinois, to Dave Carde Jr. and Bessie Carde. She was the only daughter among five children and shared a close and loving bond with her four brothers.

At an early age, Deborah professed her...

Apr 21, 2026

Robert J. Hornak, July 24, 1950 - April 21, 2026, of Grovetown, GA and formerly of South Daytona, FL, Lawrenceville NJ, and Hazlet NJ. Born in Brooklyn, NY to Grace and John Hornak.

Bob was pre-deceased by the love of his life, Christine Locatelli, in 2011. Bob is survived by his son Robert W. Hornak, daughter Dr. Beth Anne Flack, son-in-law...

Apr 21, 2026

Patricia Priester Lunceford, age 84, entered her eternal rest on April 21, 2026 at her home in Evans, Georgia, surrounded by family.

Patricia was born in Hampton County, South Carolina to George Washington and Marilyn Hiers Priester. She was a graduate of Hampton County High School and married William Earl Lunceford of Wilkes County, Georgia on February 4, 1967.

She was a...

Apr 20, 2026

Mr. Ricardo Fernandez, beloved husband of Melva, entered into rest on Monday, April 20, 2026 at his residence.

The family will hold a celebration of his life at a later date in Spain.

Ricardo was one of four children born to Enrique and Mercedes Fernandez in La Coruna, Spain. He emigrated to Canada in the 1960’s and settled in Montreal then Toronto....

Apr 18, 2026

Mr. Mitchell Todd Satterfield entered into rest on Saturday, April 18, 2026.Mitchell was known for his outgoing nature, and his ability to make friends wherever he went. He never met a stranger—only people he hadn’t yet gotten to know. His great sense of humor was a constant source of joy to those around him, and his laughter had a way...

Apr 15, 2026

Bowdre Phinizy Mays, Jr., died on April 15, 2026, in Augusta, Georgia.

Born Feb. 4, 1927, the first son and second child of the late Frank Clark Inman and Bowdre Phinizy Mays at the old University Hospital, Augusta, GA. His beloved maternal grandmother, Frankie Clark Inman Doughty and his great-aunts Mary Lou Phinizy (Godmother), and Mary Stedman (“Ted”) Clark Ridgely had...

Apr 13, 2026

Apr 12, 2026

Mrs. Ethel B. Hale, age 95, of Augusta, Georgia passed away on Sunday, April 12, 2026 at Keysville Nursing Home in Keysville, Georgia.

A native of Augusta, Georgia, Mrs. Hale was born on April 27, 1930 the daughter of the late Solomon C. and Mary Ann Spires Busch. She was the oldest living member of the Ebenezer Baptist Church in Trenton,...

Apr 7, 2026

Ms Linda Charlene Comstock entered into her heavenly home on April 7, 2026.

Linda was born in Evansville, Indiana to her loving parents, Eldon and Marie Comstock.

Linda earned her bachelor’s and master’s degree from Indiana University majoring in elementary education with a reading endorsement. She also received an administrative degree.

Linda was a devoted educator working as a teacher and principal for...

Apr 6, 2026

Cynthia “Cindy” Ann Watson Grant passed away on Monday, April 6, 2026 at home surrounded by love in Evans, Georgia. She was proudly born to the late Bobby and Kitty Watson in San Angelo, Texas and carried her big Texan laugh with her always.

She is survived by her devoted husband, Gregory Grant; daughter and son-in-law, Katie and Michael Fritz; son...

Apr 3, 2026

Holly Renee Hockman passed away peacefully on April 3, 2026, in Augusta, Georgia, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on June 3, 1962, in Aiken, South Carolina, Holly lived a life marked by her deep love for family, nature, and her unwavering enthusiasm for football.

Holly was a devoted mother who cherished every moment spent with her children, Cory and...

Apr 2, 2026

Douglas Ronald Newton

September 15, 1942 – April 2, 2026

Doug Newton, 83 years old, passed away peacefully on April 2, 2026, surrounded by love and a lifetime of memories well lived. Born on September 15, 1942, in Denver, Colorado, Doug lived a life defined by faith, service, hard work, adventure, and a deep devotion to family, friends, and community.

From an early...

Mar 28, 2026

Mr. Norfleet Stewart, age 74, of Augusta, Georgia passed away on Saturday, March 28, 2026 at a local health care center.

A native of Compton, California, Mr. Stewart was born on November 13,1951, the son of the late Willie and Adielia Benson Stewart. Mr. Stewart proudly in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. After his military service, Mr. Stewart...

Mar 27, 2026

Gerald Wayne “Jerry” Hatfield, 82, of Grovetown, GA, went home to be with his Savior on March 27, 2026, in Augusta, GA.

Jerry never stopped moving and lived life to the fullest from the day he was born on April 9, 1943, in Fairmont, WV, to Glenn and Hazel Hatfield. He attended Fairmont High School. On December 30, 1961, he married...

Mar 27, 2026

Mr. David William Edwin Smith, beloved husband of Andrea Joan Schwalm, entered into rest on Friday, March 27, 2026. A celebration of his life will be held at 12:00 PM on Saturday, May 16, 2026 in the chapel of Platts Funeral Home, Belair Road. The family will receive friends from 11:00 AM until time of the service. For those unable...

Mar 27, 2026

Mar 27, 2026

Erlinda T. Ong, 83, of Evans, Georgia, entered into eternal rest on Friday, March 27, 2026, surrounded by loved ones.

Erlinda was born in Carmen, Agusan del Norte, Philippines on September 17, 1942, to Teofilo Taer, Sr and Corazon Limpiado Taer. She was one of five children.

She attended Southwestern University and graduated in 1964. She flew to the Netherlands to work...

Mar 27, 2026

Mr. Larry Edward "Cush" Cushman, Sr., age 79, of Augusta, Georgia passed away on March 27, 2026 at a local hospital.

A native of Augusta, Georgia, Mr. Cushman was born on March 10, 1947, the son of the late Edward and Mary Newman Cushman. Mr. Cushman was a fireman with the City of Augusta for many years following his military service...

Mar 25, 2026

Joseph William “Joe” Herzberg, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and man of deep Catholic faith, passed away peacefully on March 25, 2026, at the age of 74.

Early Life and Education

Joe was born in Carlisle, Pennsylvania, later relocating with his family to Camp Gordon, Georgia. Raised in Augusta, he attended Sacred Heart Catholic School and St. John’s Vianney Minor Seminary in...