OBITUARIES

Jul 18, 2026

   It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Robert Stanley Lewis, born on December 15, 1962, in Greenwood, South Carolina. Robert left us peacefully on July 18, 2026, at Doctors Hospital, under the compassion of Hospice. His gentle and kind spirit touched many lives and will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

   Robert was...

Jul 18, 2026

   In loving memory of Sharon Capell, who graced this world with her unwavering spirit and boundless love, we celebrate a life that was richly lived and deeply cherished. Sharon was born on June 25, 1956, in Lake City, Florida, and peacefully departed this life on July 18, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.

   Sharon was the beloved...

Jul 4, 2026

Mrs. Margaret Blackwell Elam, 97, peacefully entered eternal rest on Saturday, July 4, 2026, at her residence on Elam Avenue.

A graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 11, 2026, at Lincolnton City Cemetery, with Rev. Tripp Goodwin officiating. The family will receive friends prior to the service on Saturday from 10:00 to 10:45 a.m. at Rees...

Jun 19, 2026

   Calvin Esley Lewis, Sr.

   Hephzibah, GA – Entered into rest on Friday, June 19, 2026, Mr. Calvin Esley Lewis, Sr., 96, loving husband of 72 years to Evelyn Lewis.

   Esley was born to the late James Roy and Pauline Lewis in Lincolnton, GA. He retired after 50 years with the Railroad. He began with C & WC, and worked...

Jun 17, 2026

   Mr. James E. Wisenbaker, 101, entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at his residence on Pinecone Drive.

   Born and raised in Valdosta, Georgia, James was the son of Simeon A. Wisenbaker and Lama A. Wisenbaker. James was the loving husband to Betty Dean Wisenbaker for over 75 years. In addition to his wife, Mr. Wisenbaker is...

Jun 5, 2026

In Loving Memory of Jennie Marie Pond Freeman

Jennie Marie Pond Freeman, age 73, passed away peacefully at home on June 5, 2026. Born on July 10, 1952, she was just one month shy of celebrating her 74th birthday.

She was the proud mother of seven children and a Nana to twenty-one grandchildren and 11 great grand children. Family gatherings and reunions...

May 30, 2026

   Mrs. Gail L. McKinney, 65, entered into eternal rest on Saturday, May 30, 2026 at Self Regional Healthcare in Greenwood, SC.

   Mrs. McKinney was the daughter of the late James and Betty Inman Lewis of Chester, SC. She was a homemaker and was the wife of Carlton Horace McKinney, Jr.

   The celebration of life service will be at later...

May 15, 2026

   Lois Baker Davis passed away on May 15, 2026, at Piedmont Healthcare of Thomson, surrounded by family. Born on August 24, 1932, in Augusta, Georgia, she dedicated her life to loving and caring for her family, creating a warm and welcoming home, and blessing all who knew her. She was affectionately known as "MaMa" or “LoLo” to her grandchildren...

Mar 31, 2026

   Mary Frances Wilkie Smith Calderon was born on August 6, 1933, in Hall County to Ernest Wilkie and Martha Rich Wilkie. Around the age of six, she lost her father in an automobile accident. From that time through her teenage years, she lived with her mother, aunts, and grandparents. Many stories and facts revolving around her upbringing brought laughter...

Mar 17, 2026

Mrs. Ruth Ann Barrs, 84, of Hwy 220 East entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at her residence.

Funeral arrangements are incomplete at this time and will be announced later by Rees Funeral Home.

You may sign the family's online guestbook at: www.reesfuneralhome.net.

Rees Funeral Home, 195 N Peachtree St., Lincolnton, GA 706-359-3222 would like to thank the family for...

Mar 13, 2026

Mr. Eugene Talmadge Lewis, 91, departed this life on Friday, March 13, 2026 . He was born in Lincolnton, Georgia, to the late Pauline and Roy "Pop" Lewis. He was the sixth of eight siblings who were raised in the small town that they cherished so deeply, where family, community, and lasting memories shaped the foundation of a life well...

Feb 27, 2026

Mr. Stanley Ray Parton, 79, of Lincolnton, passed peacefully into the presence of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on February 27 at Piedmont Augusta Hospital. A lifelong resident of Lincolnton, Stanley was a man deeply rooted in faith, family, and community.

The family will receive friends from 6 until 8:00 p.m.  on Tuesday, March 3, 2026...

Feb 3, 2026

Lottie Robinson Ellison, age 86, passed away peacefully on February 3, 2026, in Evans, Georgia. Born in Troy, South Carolina, Lottie carried her roots with her throughout her life and remained deeply connected to family, community, and home. Lottie was a devoted business owner whose determination and strong work ethic defined much of her life. She took great pride...

Jan 30, 2026

Ms. Christa Binder, 78, entered into eternal rest at Lake Crossing Health Center.

Christa is survived by a daughter, Dawn Michelle Binder of Philadelphia, PA and a close friend, Joy Swiecki of Lincolnton, GA; Christa was preceded in death by her mother, Milly Faye Dykes.

You may sign the family's online guestbook at: www.reesfuneralhome.net ....

Jan 30, 2026

Martha "Marty" Ellen Zeller, 85, of McCormick, South Carolina, beloved wife of Michael Zeller passed away January 30, 2026, at Self Regional Hospital in Greenwood, South Carolina, where she was recovering from a stroke she suffered in early December.

Martha, who preferred to be called Marty, was born December 26, 1940, in Dothan, Alabama, to Samuel Rowland...

Jan 18, 2026

Mr. Norman Leon Hill, Jr., 80, entered into eternal rest on Sunday, January 18, 2026 at his residence on Trulock Rd.

Mr. Hill was a native of Edinburg, Texas and had retired as a lieutenant after serving his country with honor for over twenty years in the United States Navy. He is survived by his wife, Marilyn...

Jan 1, 2026

Ben Hill Willingham, Jr.

August 6, 1937 – January 1, 2026

Mr. ​Ben Hill Willingham, Jr., 88, of Jacksonville, Florida, passed away on January 1, 2026. An international businessman and naval aviator, he leaves behind a legacy defined by his leadership in both the cockpit and the boardroom.

The celebration of...

Dec 31, 2025

Constan Antonios Magoulas August 30, 1927 — December 31, 2025

Constan "Costa" Antonios Magoulas aka "Gus", 98 of Augusta, GA, passed away on December 31st at NHC Healthcare in North Augusta with his family by his side.

Born in Charleston, SC to Antonia (Palassis) and Antonio Magoulas in 1927. He graduated from Charleston High in...

Dec 19, 2025

Reverend Boyce Ficklen Guin, Jr. entered into eternal rest on Friday, December 19th, 2025 in Thomson, Georgia at the age of 89.

The celebration of life will be held at 3:00 pm Sunday, December 21st, 2025 at Danburg Baptist Church with Reverend Roy Cates and Reverend Roger Hardy officiating. Interment will be at Fishing Creek Baptist Church...

Dec 18, 2025

Stephen John Wagoner entered his heavenly home on Thursday, December 18, 2025, at the age of 80, in Lincolnton, GA. A celebration of his life service will be held from the graveside at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday January 17, 2026 at Lincolnton City Cemetery with Rev. Paul Revere officiating. United States Marine Corp military honors to follow.

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