03/17/2026
November 24, 1949 – March 15, 2026
Phillip Eugene Ragan, 76, of Augusta, GA, passed away peacefully at his home on March 15, 2026. Born in Eastman, GA, he was the son of the late Wilbur Othelle Ragan and Mary Francis Ragan.
Phillip was a devoted husband to Nancey Patricia Ragan, with whom he shared 38 wonderful years of marriage. He was a loving father to Kim Marie Ragan and Gloria Jean Stuart (William Sidney Stuart, Jr.), proud grandfather of William Phillip Stuart (Tess Newton Stuart), and cherished great-grandfather of William Patrick Stuart.
He is also survived by his siblings Billie June Stephens, James Patrick Ragan, Donald Jerry Ragan, and Brenda Hodges as well as sister-in-law Christine Shinault (Neal Shinault). He was preceded in death by his siblings Matte Sue Edwards and Mark Ragan.
Phillip proudly served in the United States Army for 30 years, retiring as a Command Sergeant Major (CSM), the highest enlisted rank. He loved God and his country. Family was always first in his mind and heart. After his military career, he enjoyed a peaceful life of maintaining his yard and pool, gardening, and spending time with his beloved dogs.
A visitation will be held on Thursday, March 19, 2026, at 2:00 PM at Chance and Hydrick Funeral Home in Augusta, GA.
Phillip Eugene Ragan will be remembered as a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather whose love, integrity, and dedication touched all who knew him.
Chance & Hydrick Funeral Directors, 2502 Richmond Hill Road, Augusta, GA, 30906.
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