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Mike Gilchrist Obituary

Mike "Artemis" Gilchrist IV, 35, of Denver, Colorado, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on October 12, 2017. He was the son of Francies Lavizzo and Mike Gilchrist III, a 2000 graduate of Hephzibah High School, and attended Johnson - Wales Culinary Arts in Charlotte, NC. He was a wonderful young man with a beautiful spirit who lived his life to the fullest, always insuring that he left a positive footprint on the lives of those who crossed his path.

Mike was preceded in death by his grandfather, Mike Gilchrist Jr., grandmother, Ruby Lavizzo and uncle, Sylvester Gilchrist.

In addition to his parents, his memory will be cherished by his sister, A-Sha Gilchrist, nephew, Kingston Gilchrist, grandmother, Rosa M. Gilchrist, great aunts, Ruby Gilchrist, Johnnie B. McClary and Robertine Dimes, great uncle, Richard Dimes, twelve aunts, three uncles, numerous cousins and friends.

Memorial services will be 1:00 p.m., Saturday, October 21, 2017, Kinsey & Walton Chapel, 3618 Peach Orchard Road, Augusta, with Reverend Patrick Outler, officiating. Visitation will follow immediately after service at Windsor Springs Baptist Church, 3692 Windsor Spring Road, Hephzibah, Ga.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Augusta Chronicle on Oct. 20, 2017.

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Donna Jason

October 23, 2017

Fran, I am so very sorry. My heart goes out to you, and I will be praying for you and your family. May God comfort you and hold you close.

Marsha Raycroft

October 21, 2017

Prayers for you fran and all of your family..

Felicia Montoya

October 21, 2017

You have lived in my heart since the first day we met. Your light and love for life were always strong. You are the kindest and most soft spoken person I have ever known. I am humbled and honored to have called you my friend.

The family and friends of Artemis have my deepest condolences. You have my love, strength and prayers.

Essie Johnson

October 21, 2017

Fran and Family..You are in my Prayers.My sincere Condolences.

Berkie Doyle

October 21, 2017

May God grant you grace through this most difficult time in your lives and may the beautiful memories of your special love one always be with you to help keep his life alive in your lives. For memories of our loved one is a special gift God gave to us that lives on forever so that we can always have our loved ones near. Continue to hold to God powerful hand and allow God to help you carry this heavy load and give you comfort as you go through. For God's grace is sufficient for even this occasion. Our prayers goes out for you.

Burcu Dagli

October 21, 2017

Artemis you were one of my very best friends I have had in this life. I will never forget your positive attitude, friendship, charm and many great things about you. I ll never forget you. Keep the heaven shiny. Till we meet again, I love you

keith bennett

October 20, 2017

I am going to Miss him so much. He was such a wonderful person. Blessings to his family.

Keith Bennett

CR

October 20, 2017

Love you always.

Mrs Vannessa Beauford - Ross Family

October 20, 2017

We pray as the day ahead that the memories bring you peace that passes al understanding . Sending our deepest condolences .

October 20, 2017

We are praying for entire family
Joyce and Jesse Attucks

Anisa Gilchrist

October 20, 2017

You are in my prayers..

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