Obituaries
Lucille Zellars Norman
Jul 4, 2024
On July 4, 2024, the world lost a remarkable soul as Lucille Zellars Norman passed away at Doctors Hospital of Augusta. She was born on January 14, 1949, in her beloved hometown of Lincolnton, GA, to her loving parents Beulah Lewis Zellars and Tom Harris.
Lucille accepted Christ as her personal savior at an early age and dedicated herself to serving...
Deacon Rasie “Ray” Cunningham
Jun 25, 2024
In loving memory of Rasie “Ray” Cunningham, a cherished soul who graced this world with his presence on September 21, 1937, to the union of the late Mr. and Mrs. John B. (Lizzie Maude Norman) Cunningham. He departed to his heavenly home on June 25, 2024, at Hulin Personal Care Home in Washington, GA surrounded by his loving family. He...
Mrs. Patsy Zellars Tanksley
Jun 16, 2024
“The angels came and took me away, don’t cry for me, smile, one day I will unite again with you”
On April 30, 1949 in Lincoln County, GA, a bouncing baby girl was born to the union of Roy Lee Zellars and Lessie Maude Freeman named Patsy Lee Zellars. On June 16, 2024, at Piedmont Hospital in Augusta, GA, Patsy Lee...
Ms. Exie Elam
Jun 10, 2024
“Our Crown is Stored”
“…I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, Which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day - And not only to me, but also to all who have longed for his appearing.” -...
Deborah Elaine Stokes-Freeman
Jun 3, 2024
On the very cold morning of March 6, 1962, as the wind howled between the trees, the Stokes family prepared for a major event: the birth of a baby. The late Geneva Hawes told the story many times about how the temperature was so cold that if you had spit, it would have frozen before it hit the ground. However,...
Mildred Cullars
May 20, 2024
Mildred Ann Cullars, a cherished member of the community, departed from this world on May 20, 2024, at Doctors Hospital. She was born on 7, 1964, in Lincolnton, GA, and was the oldest child of the late Mr. Robert Willie Cullars and Mrs. Maeosie Norman Cullars. Mildred's life was a tapestry woven with threads of love, faith, and service. Graduating with...
Will Hite Norman
May 1, 2024
Will Hite Norman, a beloved figure in the Lincolnton community, passed away on May 1, 2024, at his residence in Lincolnton, Georgia. Born on February 15, 1936, in Lincolnton, GA to the union of Ed and Beulah Stadom Norman, he was a cherished son, husband, father, brother, and friend.Will dedicated his career to environmental engineering at Curtis Baptist Church before...
Jerry Derrico
Apr 7, 2024
MR. JERRY DERRICO, age 53, of Washington, GA formerly of Crawfordville, GA, passed away on Sunday, April 7, 2024, at his sister's residence in Crawfordville, GA.
Jerry Derrico was born on March 25, 1971, in Washington, Georgia to the late Lenora Derrico. He was the youngest of ten children. He passed away suddenly on Sunday, April 7, 2024, at his sister’s...
Inez Searles
Mar 24, 2024
Mrs. Inez Bennett Searles, a devout Christian, a devoted wife, a loving mother, a dedicated caregiver was born on January 2, 1952 in Lincolnton, Georgia, to the late Nathaniel Bennett, Sr. and Fannie Lou Hawes Bennett; she was the eighth born to this union. Inez went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, March 24, 2024, after having lived...
Mrs. Betty Jo Blackmon
Mar 19, 2024
Mrs. Betty Jo Blackmon, a beloved homemaker who found joy in spending quality time with her family, passed away at her residence in Lincolnton, GA. Born in the same town on December 1st, 1929, to the late Ethan (Hattie Winnfield) Appling. She was the seventh child out of eight in that union. She was a kind-hearted soul known for her...
Alice Elam
Mar 10, 2024
Alice Neal Elam, affectionately known as "Neal," was the fourth child of twelve, born on September 15, 1941, in Lincolnton, Georgia, to Mr. and Mrs. Tillman (Mary Frances Jasper) Elam. She has departed this earthly realm at the age of 82. She was surrounded by her loving family and friends at her residence in Lincolnton, Georgia, on March 10, 2024....
Roy Lee Ferguson, Jr.
Feb 14, 2024
MR. ROY LEE FERGUSON. JR was born the union of Roy Lee (Eleanor Berry) Ferguson, SR., on March 18, 1965, in his hometown of Lincolnton, GA, a place that held a special spot in his heart throughout his life. It is with heavy hearts that we bid farewell to Roy Lee Ferguson, Jr., a beloved entrepreneur known for his establishment,...
Leroy House
Jan 3, 2024
Leroy House, a man who dedicated his life to the construction industry, passed away on January 3, 2024 at Piedmont Regional Midtown Hospital. He was born on January 29, 1955, in Lincolnton, GA to the proud parents Josie Hawes House and Isaiah Partlow. Leroy was a respectful and dependable individual who touched the lives of many.Leroy was an accomplished painter...
Jesse Cecil Garnett
Dec 27, 2023
Jesse Cecil Garnett, a beloved of the Lincolnton community, has passed away on December27, 2023, at Piedmont Rockdale Hospital. He was born in Lincolnton, GA, on December 4, 1960, the second child of Mr. and Mrs. John Russell and Bessie Ruth Garnett.At an early age, Jesse accepted Jesus Christ as his personal Savior and united with Newberry Missionary Baptist Church....
Minnie Bell Elam
Dec 10, 2023
Minnie Bell Elam, a loving homemaker, has left an indelible mark on the hearts and minds of all who had the pleasure of knowing her. Her journey on this Earth may have come to an end, but her legacy of warmth, kindness, and unwavering love will continue to inspire generations to come.Born on May 14, 1942, in the serene town...
Luneil Crite Davis
Nov 27, 2023
Luneil Davis, affectionately known as "Mutt," has departed this earthly realm at the age of 96. She was surrounded by her loving family and friends at her daughter Carol Norman's residence in Lincolnton, Georgia, on November 27, 2023.Born on November 8, 1927, in Lincolnton, Georgia, Luneil Davis was a remarkable woman who lived a life dedicated to love and...
Nicola Jaqueen Lockhart
Sep 19, 2023
Nicola Jaqueen Lockhart, born on April 30, 1993, in Washington, GA, suddenly passed away on September 19, 2023, in Decatur, GA. She was taken from us far too soon at an early age. Nicola's untimely death has left a deep void in the hearts of her family and friends.Throughout her life, Nicola brought profound joy and love to those fortunate...
Lorenzo Eugene Lamont Wynn
Sep 17, 2023
Lorenzo Eugene Lamont Wynn, affectionately known as "Mont," passed away on September 17, 2023, at his residence in Lincolnton, GA. Born on January 18, 1975, in Augusta, GA, Mont had a vibrant personality and touched the lives of many with his joyous spirit and love for his family. He was 48 years old at the time of his...
Lisa Renee Jones
Jul 11, 2023
MS. LISA RENEE WHIMBUSH JONES, age 53, of 2025 Wrightsboro Road Apt. A3 Augusta, GA, (formerly of Lincolnton, GA) passed away on Tuesday July 11, 2023, at AU Medical Center in Augusta, GA.
“The angels came and took me away, don’t cry for me, smile, one day I will unite again with you”
Lisa Renee Whimbush...
Betty Joe Turner
Jun 29, 2023
Betty Joe Parks Turner, the daughter of the late Tommy Lee (Emma Lou Murray) Parks, was born in Lincolnton, GA on February 3, 1944. On Thursday, June 29, 2023, at Warrenton Health & Rehabilitation Center the world lost a great devoted wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and friend, but heaven gained an angel.
Betty Jo accepted Christ as her personal savior...


