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Rodman Lemon Obituary
Dr. Lemon was a devoted Obstetrician/Gynecologist practicing in Augusta for 38 years. His dedication and genuine concern for his patients was evident. He brought thousands of new lives into the world. One of his fondest memories was delivering a set of triplets born at Doctors Hospital.
Dr. Lemon received his undergraduate degree from Clemson University followed by his doctorate at Medical College of Charleston. He completed his internship in Columbus, GA followed by his service in Vietnam, then his residency at Letterman in San Francisco, California.
Dr. Lemon served our country as a medic in the Republic of Vietnam during 1968-1969. He was dedicated to helping his fellow countryman in the fields of Cambodia. While offered the option of going to a safe environment, he chose to stay in the field where he felt he could do the most good. While in the military he obtained the rank of Major and as a result of his service he was honored with many medals for his dedicated and honorable service.
He was a founding member of Westlake Country Club where he shared many happy moments with special friends. He was an avid hunter, fisherman, golfer and Clemson Fan.
As his health declined in retirement he found great joy in spending time with family. He never missed a chance to brag on those he cherished the most. His closest friend during the last year was Taco, a sweet little rescue, who watched over Rod daily and gave him many reasons to smile.
Dr. Lemon, Rod, Dad, Roddy, Poppa Doc will be missed by many, but his memory will live on in us forever.
Family members in addition to his wife include children: Rod Lemon, III, Brad Lemon (Jimi), Julie Pederson (Eric) and Kasey Taylor; brothers: James Lemon (Lynn) and Edward Lemon (Jennie); sister: Mace Lemon Strickland (Michael); five grandchildren and one great grandchild.
A memorial service will be Saturday, February 11, 2017, 2:00 P.M. in the Chapel at Thomas Poteet & Son with Dr. Frank Wichern officiating.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Augusta Wounded Warrior Project, 701 Greene Street, Suite 104, Augusta, GA 30901.
The family will receive friends Friday evening from 6:00 until 8:00 P.M. at Thomas Poteet & Son Funeral Directors, 214 Davis Rd., Augusta, GA 30907 (706) 364-8484. Please sign the guestbook at www.thomaspoteet.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Rodman Lemon
Sheila Barfield
February 4, 2023
Yet another year but your name always comes up you will never be forgotten.
Sheila Barfield
February 3, 2022
Another year it seems like yesterday. I know you´re gone but you will never be forgotten.
Sheila Barfield
February 3, 2021
It is so hard to believe that you are gone. My doctor since I moved to Augusta I have a pic of you and your dog look at it often. You are missed.
Ruth Seigler
February 3, 2021
Hard to believe it that it has been 3 years since you went to heaven Roddy. Just talked to Mace, your sister, she called me about my sister, Becky dying JAN 3, 2021. They played basketball at Barnwell HS in the State Championship. Well those were wonderful years. God bless you dear friend. If you see Becky, please hug her, Ruth Queen Seigler
Deborah Everett Leopard
February 16, 2017
Sorry for your loss Dr. Lemon was a great Doctor/Surgeon. I work with Dr.Lemon years in the operating room at Doctors. My prayers are with you all.
February 16, 2017
Dr. Lemon delivered all of my children. I am so sorry to hear he is no longer with us.
Barbara Usry
February 14, 2017
So very sorry to hear the news about Dr Lemon. He was also my doctor during my pregnancy and many years after. He got to experience something he had never seen before along with Dr. Burgamy. I was told by Dr Lemon that when he went to get is final testing for Obgyn it was about my case. He was always available for me during the hard times of my pregnancy and always spoke to me with encouraging comments. I as well as others will miss him. Prayers are bring sent to his family and friends.
Willa Hilton
February 12, 2017
To the Lemon Family,
We that knew Dr Lemon are feeling the same level of sad you are. Dr Lemon was a great doctor and as a patient for many years I enjoyed talking with him. Always made me laugh.
Keep his memory alive.
Willa Hilton
Sheila Barfied
February 11, 2017
I am so sorry to hear about Dr. Lemon he was my doctor when I moved to Augusta in 1986. He was the best and had a great bedside manner. He got me through everything possible I trusted him completely . When my daughter was old enough he was also her doctor. He will be missed but never forgotten.
Lacey Edwards
February 11, 2017
I'm terribly sorry for the loss of a great family friend of many many years! Julie you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers for peace in this time of loss. God I remember swimming with Rod & Julie summer after summer so many years ago! RIP ROD....GO FLY WITH ANGELS!!!!!!
Stephanie Fraser
February 11, 2017
I know so many lives were touched by you including my own. You delivered my beautiful daughter as well as my brother and I've had the joy of taking care of your babies, Ziggy and now your beloved Taco. You and Judy are in my prayers. Rest In Peace Doc.
Ruth Seigler
February 11, 2017
Dear Judy, and all the Lemon Family,
Please accept our deepest sympathy and heart felt condolences. We had many happy childhood experiences and fun times growing up in Barnwell.
May all of you find joy and comfort in the celebration of his life. Caring regards, Ruth & Rallie
joyce luckey
February 11, 2017
Sorry to hear of Dr. Lemon's passing. He will be remembered. Prayers for the family.
Cindy James -Martin
February 11, 2017
I am so saddened by the loss of Dr Lemon he delivered all my children there 28, 26, 24, he tied my tubes did exploratory surgery on me then a hysterectomy I loved dr Lemon he was my gynecologist for 29 years I work at Cvs pharmacy on old Petersburg rd and him and his wife would come in and he always new my name and who I was ,he was a great man and It was a honor knowing him .god bless the family as yall go thru this hard time .
Bonnie Hadden
February 11, 2017
RIP Dr. Lemon.
Mary Majors
February 11, 2017
Rest In Peace . Warrior for all others . Rest . GOD be with your family .
MCMajors
Susan Stevens
February 10, 2017
So sorry to hear of the passing of your loved one. He was a great Dr. to me. May God grant you peace.
Michelle Banks
February 10, 2017
I am so saddened to hear of Dr. Lemon's passing. He was my Dr for over 30 years. I cried when he retired. He was such a great Dr, and great man! His excitement when it was time to go deliver a baby was so sweet. He delivered both of my sons, by c section due to complications. He was very caring, he will be missed...
Madonna Williford
February 10, 2017
So sorry for you loss, Dr. lemon was a great doctor. He will be truly missed.
Ronald McNutt
February 10, 2017
So sorry to hear of Rod's passing. Brenda and I spent many a day and night with Rod on OB from 1987 till 2002. A good friend missed. May the peace of our LORD be with you Judy, and family. Ron & Brenda McNutt
February 10, 2017
Judy, I am so sorry to learn of this. I always enjoyed your and Rod's company when I would see you at West Lake with Jenny; Rod always had something funny to say. I pray you and your family will feel God's love during this time.
Karen Budwick Eisele
Joyce Tankersley
February 10, 2017
Sorry for your loss, Dr. Lemon was a great doctor and he always kept a smile on His patients face, he delivered my first and only son. He will be truly missed.
February 10, 2017
I had the pleasure of working with Dr. Lemon in the early 80's when he was in practice with Dr. Burgamy, Dr. Goldsmith and Dr. Byars. He hired me right off the street. I learned so much from him. He will be missed!
Tanya Tyner
Grovetown
m johnson
February 10, 2017
RIP MY ELEGANT AND BEAUTIFUL DOCTOR.
Jody Jacobs
February 10, 2017
Deepest sympathy to the Lemmon Family. Rod was a great and funny man. We all had allot of laughs and good times at Michaels Restaurant. Sending prayers your way Judy. Much love, Jody Jacobs
Teresa Stonehill
February 10, 2017
So sorry to hear this news. He was my doctor for many years and delivered two of my children. My prayers to your family!
Alfreda B Battle
February 10, 2017
Sending Condolences to Dr. Lemon's Family, former patients, and friends! Dr. Lemon was well loved and respected by my family. He delivered my 2 daughters and my first grandson and remembered their names whenever I saw him out. The Best Gynecologist ever and was truly missed when he retired and will be missed forever! May God continue to Bless his family and all who knew him!
Erica M
February 9, 2017
I will always remember the day I met Dr.Lemon at Doctors...I had just started working in the WC and I got a kick out of telling him that he actually delivered me many years before. We had a good laugh about that. It was a pleasure to care for his patients. My condolences to the family.
Mary Younts
February 9, 2017
I am so very sorry to hear this news. I was Dr. Lemon's medical assistant for several years. His sense of humor is something I will never forget. Prayers for all the family. May God grant comfort to you. Sincere condolences, Mary Younts
Joanna MacDonald
February 9, 2017
So sad to hear this tonight. Dr. Lemon delivered me nearly 41 years ago as well as my 3 daughters. I was sad to have to change doctors when he retired. He was always so so kind to me. Sending many prayers.
Nancy Meek
February 9, 2017
Judy and family - My heart aches for you during this difficult time. I loved working with Dr Lemon. He kept the day interesting - there was never a dull moment. I loved the time we all went fishing and had a picnic in Ridge Spring, SC. I and am blessed to be able to call him my friend. Praying God comfort you now and in the days ahead. Love~ Nancy (Blithe) Meek
Gina Dawkins Rosier
February 9, 2017
22 Years Ago, I Lost My First Child To a Rare Genetic Disease (Congetital Athrogryposis). I Was So Frustrated and Scared but wanted to Have Another Child. I Interviewed and Hired Dr. Lemon when He said he knew about the Disease. I Soon Had a Healthy Son Who Is Turning 20 This Year and 5 Years Later, A Healthy Baby Girl. As Fate would have it, His Office Had Hired The Same Lady for Sonograms as I had Used With My First Baby. She Knew Exactly what abnormalties She was looking For in Their Sonograms. She Actually knew All 3 of My Children before I Did. His Office Staff were such Fantastic Assets to him and To me whenever I Arrived with a Million Concerns. I am Forever Grateful For him and SO Thankful He was There When I Needed His Help--Just like a Good Friend. May God Bless and Comfort His Wife and Family. He was Very Proud of Them. I am Just Heartbroken To Hear This Sad News.
Sandra Redmon
February 9, 2017
Prayers of comfort for his family. He was my doctor for nearly 30 years. Delivered my sons in 1985 & 1988. He was an amazing physician.
Rest In Peace Dr. Lemon.
February 9, 2017
So very sorry for his passing. A good man taken much too soon from us. But Rod, you have left us with great memories. RIP my friend! You are truly missed!
Carla Newman
February 9, 2017
So sorry for your loss Judy. He was a wonderful man and Dr. He will be missed!
My prayers are with you and family!
Katraina Adams
February 9, 2017
Rest In Peace Dr.Lemon!! Condolences to the family from OR nurse that had the privilege of working with him from 1990-2008. Katraina Adams RN
Stephanie Cochran
February 9, 2017
So sorry to hear this he was an Amazing Dr.! He delivered my babygurl 16 years ago and I have always remembered how kind he was! He helped me thru a hard time in my life I will never forget him!
keisha w
February 9, 2017
MY CONDOLENCE TO THE FAMILY. DR LEMON WAS THE SWEETEST DR I KNEW..I ALWAYS ENJOYED HIS SENSE OF HUMOR. RIH...
Jully DeMarcus
February 9, 2017
RIP Dr. Lemon. You were my doctor for over 35 years. You delivered my 2 sons and you had the biggest smile when they were born I guess due to how big they were. You were such a great doctor and a very caring one at that. When you retired I was so sad because I couldn't imagine finding another doctor as good as you. You will be missed by many. Praying for the family. May god comfort them.
Chip & Jackie White
February 9, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Judy, & your family.
L Smith
February 9, 2017
Rip Dr Lemon. He was a great doctor always kept me laughing.
Diane Brown
February 9, 2017
Dr Lemon was my Dr for many years...my thoughts and prayers are with the family
Tracey Newsome
February 9, 2017
Dr Lemon was my Doctor for over 20 yrs..delivered my kids and my first Grandchild...I am going to miss you. You were truly one of a kind..Rest in peace..my prayers to your family....you did truly Bless my life
Shirley Dampier
February 9, 2017
Dr. Lemon was a wonderful Dr. I will miss him. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.
Tiffany Wood
February 9, 2017
He will be missed and I feel that I am so blessed to have had the opportunity to work with him.
Faye Terry
February 9, 2017
Thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Virginia Barbarisi
February 9, 2017
So sorry for your loss he was a wonderful Dr. He delivered my last baby 18 years ago. He was very compassionate and had a wonderful bedside manner. Prayers for you and your family.
Maria Thomae
February 9, 2017
Dr. Lemon, I will miss you. You made me laugh and cry when we worked together and I enjoyed every minute. I will miss you yelling my name. My prayers are with your family, specially Judy.
Maria
Dawn Hayman
February 9, 2017
My condolences to the family. Dr. Lemon delivered two of my three children. He was a very wonderful doctor with great bedside manner. I will always remember his humor as well.
mary dunn
February 9, 2017
Dr. Lemon was my physician for over 30yrs.The best ever.I was hurt when he retired.This is sad to hear.Praying for the family.
sabrina johnson
February 9, 2017
RIP My Elegant and Beautiful Doctor.
Deborah Chastain
February 9, 2017
Dr. Lemon was a great man with a beautiful heart. He brought joy into my day for years. He was a great boss, teacher and friend. Prayers for the family.
joan carter
February 9, 2017
Judy, so sorry for your loss. keeping you and your family in my prayers .
Cicely Luis
February 9, 2017
I'm so sad to hear this news. Dr. Lemon was such a wonderful person. He was my only doctor for many years and delivered my daughter in 1979. Best doctor I've ever had. He'll definitely be missed.
Sheryl Feltner
February 9, 2017
Harold and I are so sorry for your loss. We will be thinking and praying for your family.
February 9, 2017
So sorry for the loss of this family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. I know he will truly be missed and may he rest in peace.
Tony and Karrie Melton
Pamela Anderson
February 9, 2017
I am truly sadden and my heart goes out to the family. Rod was such a great person and such a GENTLEMAN. Lots of good memories with times of lots of fun and laughter.
Jayne May Norman
February 9, 2017
So very sorry for the loss of a wonderful man & doctor. He was my OBGYN for many many years. Prayers go out to his family. May he Rest In Peace. Sincere condolences.
Jayne May Norman
Martinez, GA
Don & Marylyn McLeod
February 9, 2017
We're so sorry Judy.
February 9, 2017
I am so very sorry. Dr. Lemon was a treasure, he will be missed. Martha Hargrove
Js
February 9, 2017
So sorry for your loss. My condolences.
John 6:40
Mary Ann Freeman
February 9, 2017
The family have my condolences and prayers. Dr Lemon delivered all 3 of my girls who are all grown. He had the best bed side manners of any physician I have known. I will remember that lovely smile and greet that he gave his patients. My girls who are now ladies will always remind me of this great physician! RIP
Frances Williams
February 9, 2017
In 1978 Dr. Lemon delivered my oldest daughter. I credit him with saving our lives. We were both dying and he saved our lives. He delivered all three of my children and had delivered several of my grandchildren. My prayers are with you all.
Susie Pixley & Family
February 9, 2017
Great loss and our prayers are with the family. He was my doctor for many, many years, delivered my children and even saved my life. He will be missed
Brandy Stone
February 9, 2017
You will truly be missed! My prayers are with the family!! You were apart of our family as you delivered my sister and brother ans myself from my mom and was also my sister an mine Dr aswell. R.I.P
Jennifer Manecke
February 8, 2017
Prayers for the family. He was a great doctor and person. He was mine my mom's and my sister OBGYN. I live in Alabama right now. But I was born and raised in Augusta GA. So sorry for your loss.
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