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Local Obituaries for Aiken South Carolina & Surrounding Areas.

Greg Baughman

Greg Baughman

Dec 1, 2024

nGREG A. BAUGHMAN, 43, died Sunday, December 1, 2024 in Aiken.

A native of Aiken County, Greg was a son of the late Dale and Donna Franklin Baughman. He is a graduate of Southern Wesleyan University with a BA in Business and worked as a supervisor at UPS. MSgt Baughman was a Drilling Reservist in the Marine Corps Combat Logistics Regiment...

Keith James Cooley

Keith James Cooley

Feb 27, 2025

Mr. Keith James Corley, 65, passed away Thursday, February 27, 2025.

Keith was a lifelong resident of Aiken, son of the late James Tillman and Launa Allen Cooley. Keith worked with Tri Development of Aiken County for many years, and was loved by all of his friends and family.

Keith is survived by his cousin, Linda Kupcs, her daughter, Melissa Kerr, and...

Jerry W. Roberson

Jerry W. Roberson

Feb 26, 2025

JERRY W. ROBERSON, 80, passed away Wednesday, February 26, 2025 in Anchor Post Acute Care of Aiken.

Plans will be announced.

SHELLHOUSE – RIVERS FUNERAL HOME, 715 EAST PINE LOG RD., AIKEN, SC

Hugh T. Harwood

Hugh T. Harwood

Feb 25, 2025

 Hugh T. Harwood, 85, beloved husband of Anne E. “Nancy” Kinane Harwood, passed away unexpectedly, Tuesday, February 25, 2025 in Aiken Regional Medical Centers.

 Born in Scarsdale, NY, Hugh was the son of the late Robert T. and Lala Lee Chapman Harwood. Following his high school graduation, he moved to Poughkeepsie, NY, where he met Nancy and began a long and...

Emilie Hall Leonard

Emilie Hall Leonard

Feb 25, 2025

AIKEN, SC - Mrs. Emilie Hall Leonard, 88, widow of the late Tommie W. Leonard, passed away Tuesday, February 25, 2025. Born on February 20, 1937, in Aiken, she spent her life dedicated to family, faith, and service in her community.

Emilie had a long and fulfilling career as a valued employee at Belk, where many knew her from her time...

Dr. Charlie W. Timmerman

Dr. Charlie W. Timmerman

Feb 25, 2025

Dr. Charlie W. Timmerman, Sr. 80, passed away Tuesday, February 25, 2025. 

Charlie was born in Edgefield County, the son of the late Ransom Carroll and Ruby Mae Cogburn Timmerman. He obtained degrees from both Clemson University and the University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine. 

Through his 55+ years of veterinary practice, Charlie showed unmatched curiosity, warmth, generosity, and compassion to...

Sandra Lee Miller

Sandra Lee Miller

Feb 24, 2025

Sandra Lee Miller, 74, beloved wife of John Scott Miller, passed away peacefully, Monday, February 24, 2025 in her home.

A native of Pittsburgh, PA, Sandy was a daughter of the late Ray and Myrtle Milligan Parkhill.

Survivors include her husband, John and her brother, Ray Parkhill, both of Aiken; her sister, Patricia Wirick; two brothers, Dale Parkhill, Tad Parkhill, all of...

John M. Cox

John M. Cox

Feb 21, 2025

AIKEN, SC - Mr. John Mac Cox, 78, beloved husband of Diane Cox, passed away Friday, February 21, 2025.

Born in Anderson, SC, John’s family moved to Aiken when he was in first grade. After graduating from Aiken High School, he moved to Atlanta where he met Diane, the love of his life, to whom he was married for fifty-five years....

Judy Ross

Judy Ross

Feb 21, 2025

Judy (Adams) Ross age 81, passed away Friday morning, February 21, 2025 at PruittHealth of Aiken.

She was born in Gaffney SC to her parents Annie LaRue Ross and William E Ross . 

She was the beloved mother of Michael Adams (wife Michelle),Eddie Adams and Teresa Adams (deceased ) and Tina Creech (husband Jeremy). 

She has two grandchildren Bailey and Jetta Adams, She...

Nancy Smith

Nancy Smith

Feb 20, 2025

Nancy Jo Smith, 83, of Aiken, South Carolina, reunited with her beloved husband Alfred M. Smith, on Thursday, February 20, 2025.

A native of Louisville, IL, Nancy was a daughter of the late Carl and Merle Steely Farrell. Nancy has called Aiken her home for the last 45 years. Involved in the Community with Tri-Develop Center, member of Millbrook Baptist Church...

Jamie Gerard Lorio, Sr.

Jamie Gerard Lorio, Sr.

Feb 20, 2025

Jamie Gerard Lorio, Sr., 72, beloved husband of Reneé Smith Lorio, passed away Thursday evening, February 20, 2025, in his home surrounded by his loving wife, children and grandchildren.

A native of Baton Rouge, LA, Jamie was a son of the late Bernard J. Lorio, Sr. and Cecile Marguerite Keller Lorio. Jamie graduated from Louisiana State University and remained an avid...

John J. Yarasavych

John J. Yarasavych

Feb 20, 2025

 John J. Yarasavych, 76, beloved husband of Kristie Hohengasser Yarasavych, passed away early Thursday morning, February 20, 2025 with his loving wife by his side.

 A native of Northampton, MA, John was a son of the late Joseph G. and Theresa Naughton Yarasavych. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Marine Corps aboard the USS Essex during the splashdown and...

Joseph Francis Stackley

Joseph Francis Stackley

Feb 18, 2025

Joseph Francis Stackley, the son of US Army Lt. Colonel, Joseph Anthony Stackley and Arlene Pelow Stackley, ‘Joe’ lived to be 78.

His siblings include Paula McKinstry (d); Eleanor Stackley Fry; the late Louis Terrence Stackley, Mary Eileen Stackley; Lucille Stackley Parker; Paula Maureen Stackley Imwold; Sean Gerard Stackley; and Loretta Stackley Walsh. Joe has 9 nieces and nephews, along with...

Susan Marie Baruch

Susan Marie Baruch

Feb 13, 2025

Susan Marie Baruch, 78, beloved wife of Thomas E. Baruch, passed away Thursday, February 13, 2025 in her home with her loving husband by her side.

Additional obituary information will be forthcoming.

SHELLHOUSE - RIVERS FUNERAL HOME, 715 EAST PINE LOG RD., AIKEN, SC

Neal L. Riddle

Neal L. Riddle

Feb 13, 2025

AIKEN, SC - Mr. Neal L. Riddle, 88, beloved husband of Debbie B. Riddle, passed away Thursday, February 13, 2025.

Born in West Point, TN, Neal was the son of the late Paul and Georgia Riddle. He left Tennessee at 17 years old to work at The Savannah River Plant in Aiken. Neal’s career at the Savannah River Site spanned 42...

Timothy Parks Vincent

Timothy Parks Vincent

Feb 11, 2025

TIMOTHY PARKS VINCENT, 68, passed away unexpectedly, Tuesday, February 11, 2025.

A native of Chattanooga, TN, Tim was a son of the late Jack and Gwendolyn Parks Vincent. He had lived in Aiken County since 1998 and retired from the Savannah River Site.

Survivors include his wife, Marilea Pearson Vincent and his son, Luke Vincent.

A private service will be held for the...

Gerald Heath Parker

Gerald Heath Parker

Feb 8, 2025

AIKEN, SC - Gerald H. Parker, 88, died on February 8, 2025 in Aiken, SC.

Jerry was born on February 27, 1936 to Fleta and Charles Parker in Salisbury, NC. In 1954, he graduated from Boyden High School.

Mr. Parker held degrees in nuclear and mechanical engineering from North Carolina State University and Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, Ohio. He spent his...

Patton Henson

Patton Henson

Feb 8, 2025

PATTON B. HENSON, 55, passed away early Saturday morning, February 8, 2025 in his home with his loving mother by his side.

A native of and life-long resident of Aiken, Pat was the son of Betty Henson Williamson and the late Bruce L. Henson. He graduated from South Aiken High School and attended Anderson College where he played baseball. His latest...

Jane Duncan

Jane Duncan

Feb 7, 2025

Jane (Roberta Jane) Duncan, 85 of Aiken County (Wagener), South Carolina passed away peacefully in her residence, on Friday, February 7, 2025. 

Jane was born in Bend, Oregon, on January 27, 1940 to Robert Bruce Berni and Clara Lois (Van Matre) Berni. Raised in Pasco Washington and later attending college at Washington State University in Pullman, Washington, Jane settled in Portland,...

John "Jay" Steven Boulware

John "Jay" Steven Boulware

Feb 1, 2025

JOHN "JAY" STEVEN BOULWARE, 22, passed away Saturday morning, February 1, 2025.

A lifelong resident of Aiken, “Jay” was the son of Jennifer Diane Brown and the late Jared B. Boulware. He was a 2021 graduate of South Aiken High School, where he was an outfielder on the South Aiken High School baseball team. Jay’s love of baseball developed earlier and...

Local Obituaries for Aiken South Carolina & Surrounding Areas.

Greg Baughman

Greg Baughman

Dec 1, 2024

nGREG A. BAUGHMAN, 43, died Sunday, December 1, 2024 in Aiken.

A native of Aiken County, Greg was a son of the late Dale and Donna Franklin Baughman. He is a graduate of Southern Wesleyan University with a BA in Business and worked as a supervisor at UPS. MSgt Baughman was a Drilling Reservist in the Marine Corps Combat Logistics Regiment...

Keith James Cooley

Keith James Cooley

Feb 27, 2025

Mr. Keith James Corley, 65, passed away Thursday, February 27, 2025.

Keith was a lifelong resident of Aiken, son of the late James Tillman and Launa Allen Cooley. Keith worked with Tri Development of Aiken County for many years, and was loved by all of his friends and family.

Keith is survived by his cousin, Linda Kupcs, her daughter, Melissa Kerr, and...

Jerry W. Roberson

Jerry W. Roberson

Feb 26, 2025

JERRY W. ROBERSON, 80, passed away Wednesday, February 26, 2025 in Anchor Post Acute Care of Aiken.

Plans will be announced.

SHELLHOUSE – RIVERS FUNERAL HOME, 715 EAST PINE LOG RD., AIKEN, SC

Hugh T. Harwood

Hugh T. Harwood

Feb 25, 2025

 Hugh T. Harwood, 85, beloved husband of Anne E. “Nancy” Kinane Harwood, passed away unexpectedly, Tuesday, February 25, 2025 in Aiken Regional Medical Centers.

 Born in Scarsdale, NY, Hugh was the son of the late Robert T. and Lala Lee Chapman Harwood. Following his high school graduation, he moved to Poughkeepsie, NY, where he met Nancy and began a long and...

Emilie Hall Leonard

Emilie Hall Leonard

Feb 25, 2025

AIKEN, SC - Mrs. Emilie Hall Leonard, 88, widow of the late Tommie W. Leonard, passed away Tuesday, February 25, 2025. Born on February 20, 1937, in Aiken, she spent her life dedicated to family, faith, and service in her community.

Emilie had a long and fulfilling career as a valued employee at Belk, where many knew her from her time...

Dr. Charlie W. Timmerman

Dr. Charlie W. Timmerman

Feb 25, 2025

Dr. Charlie W. Timmerman, Sr. 80, passed away Tuesday, February 25, 2025. 

Charlie was born in Edgefield County, the son of the late Ransom Carroll and Ruby Mae Cogburn Timmerman. He obtained degrees from both Clemson University and the University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine. 

Through his 55+ years of veterinary practice, Charlie showed unmatched curiosity, warmth, generosity, and compassion to...

Sandra Lee Miller

Sandra Lee Miller

Feb 24, 2025

Sandra Lee Miller, 74, beloved wife of John Scott Miller, passed away peacefully, Monday, February 24, 2025 in her home.

A native of Pittsburgh, PA, Sandy was a daughter of the late Ray and Myrtle Milligan Parkhill.

Survivors include her husband, John and her brother, Ray Parkhill, both of Aiken; her sister, Patricia Wirick; two brothers, Dale Parkhill, Tad Parkhill, all of...

John M. Cox

John M. Cox

Feb 21, 2025

AIKEN, SC - Mr. John Mac Cox, 78, beloved husband of Diane Cox, passed away Friday, February 21, 2025.

Born in Anderson, SC, John’s family moved to Aiken when he was in first grade. After graduating from Aiken High School, he moved to Atlanta where he met Diane, the love of his life, to whom he was married for fifty-five years....

Judy Ross

Judy Ross

Feb 21, 2025

Judy (Adams) Ross age 81, passed away Friday morning, February 21, 2025 at PruittHealth of Aiken.

She was born in Gaffney SC to her parents Annie LaRue Ross and William E Ross . 

She was the beloved mother of Michael Adams (wife Michelle),Eddie Adams and Teresa Adams (deceased ) and Tina Creech (husband Jeremy). 

She has two grandchildren Bailey and Jetta Adams, She...

Nancy Smith

Nancy Smith

Feb 20, 2025

Nancy Jo Smith, 83, of Aiken, South Carolina, reunited with her beloved husband Alfred M. Smith, on Thursday, February 20, 2025.

A native of Louisville, IL, Nancy was a daughter of the late Carl and Merle Steely Farrell. Nancy has called Aiken her home for the last 45 years. Involved in the Community with Tri-Develop Center, member of Millbrook Baptist Church...

Jamie Gerard Lorio, Sr.

Jamie Gerard Lorio, Sr.

Feb 20, 2025

Jamie Gerard Lorio, Sr., 72, beloved husband of Reneé Smith Lorio, passed away Thursday evening, February 20, 2025, in his home surrounded by his loving wife, children and grandchildren.

A native of Baton Rouge, LA, Jamie was a son of the late Bernard J. Lorio, Sr. and Cecile Marguerite Keller Lorio. Jamie graduated from Louisiana State University and remained an avid...

John J. Yarasavych

John J. Yarasavych

Feb 20, 2025

 John J. Yarasavych, 76, beloved husband of Kristie Hohengasser Yarasavych, passed away early Thursday morning, February 20, 2025 with his loving wife by his side.

 A native of Northampton, MA, John was a son of the late Joseph G. and Theresa Naughton Yarasavych. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Marine Corps aboard the USS Essex during the splashdown and...

Joseph Francis Stackley

Joseph Francis Stackley

Feb 18, 2025

Joseph Francis Stackley, the son of US Army Lt. Colonel, Joseph Anthony Stackley and Arlene Pelow Stackley, ‘Joe’ lived to be 78.

His siblings include Paula McKinstry (d); Eleanor Stackley Fry; the late Louis Terrence Stackley, Mary Eileen Stackley; Lucille Stackley Parker; Paula Maureen Stackley Imwold; Sean Gerard Stackley; and Loretta Stackley Walsh. Joe has 9 nieces and nephews, along with...

Susan Marie Baruch

Susan Marie Baruch

Feb 13, 2025

Susan Marie Baruch, 78, beloved wife of Thomas E. Baruch, passed away Thursday, February 13, 2025 in her home with her loving husband by her side.

Additional obituary information will be forthcoming.

SHELLHOUSE - RIVERS FUNERAL HOME, 715 EAST PINE LOG RD., AIKEN, SC

Neal L. Riddle

Neal L. Riddle

Feb 13, 2025

AIKEN, SC - Mr. Neal L. Riddle, 88, beloved husband of Debbie B. Riddle, passed away Thursday, February 13, 2025.

Born in West Point, TN, Neal was the son of the late Paul and Georgia Riddle. He left Tennessee at 17 years old to work at The Savannah River Plant in Aiken. Neal’s career at the Savannah River Site spanned 42...

Timothy Parks Vincent

Timothy Parks Vincent

Feb 11, 2025

TIMOTHY PARKS VINCENT, 68, passed away unexpectedly, Tuesday, February 11, 2025.

A native of Chattanooga, TN, Tim was a son of the late Jack and Gwendolyn Parks Vincent. He had lived in Aiken County since 1998 and retired from the Savannah River Site.

Survivors include his wife, Marilea Pearson Vincent and his son, Luke Vincent.

A private service will be held for the...

Gerald Heath Parker

Gerald Heath Parker

Feb 8, 2025

AIKEN, SC - Gerald H. Parker, 88, died on February 8, 2025 in Aiken, SC.

Jerry was born on February 27, 1936 to Fleta and Charles Parker in Salisbury, NC. In 1954, he graduated from Boyden High School.

Mr. Parker held degrees in nuclear and mechanical engineering from North Carolina State University and Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, Ohio. He spent his...

Patton Henson

Patton Henson

Feb 8, 2025

PATTON B. HENSON, 55, passed away early Saturday morning, February 8, 2025 in his home with his loving mother by his side.

A native of and life-long resident of Aiken, Pat was the son of Betty Henson Williamson and the late Bruce L. Henson. He graduated from South Aiken High School and attended Anderson College where he played baseball. His latest...

Jane Duncan

Jane Duncan

Feb 7, 2025

Jane (Roberta Jane) Duncan, 85 of Aiken County (Wagener), South Carolina passed away peacefully in her residence, on Friday, February 7, 2025. 

Jane was born in Bend, Oregon, on January 27, 1940 to Robert Bruce Berni and Clara Lois (Van Matre) Berni. Raised in Pasco Washington and later attending college at Washington State University in Pullman, Washington, Jane settled in Portland,...

John "Jay" Steven Boulware

John "Jay" Steven Boulware

Feb 1, 2025

JOHN "JAY" STEVEN BOULWARE, 22, passed away Saturday morning, February 1, 2025.

A lifelong resident of Aiken, “Jay” was the son of Jennifer Diane Brown and the late Jared B. Boulware. He was a 2021 graduate of South Aiken High School, where he was an outfielder on the South Aiken High School baseball team. Jay’s love of baseball developed earlier and...

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