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Local Obituaries for Aiken South Carolina & Surrounding Areas.

Nona Mauzy

Nona Mauzy

Jul 2, 2024

Nona Luetta Mauzy, 92, passed away peacefully at the Oaks of Aiken Assisted Living on July 2nd, 2024. 

Nona was born in Weatherford, TX on May 23rd, 1932 to Jesse James Harlan and Ona Lee Grimes Harlan. She grew up in Texas until the family moved to Clayton, NM during her senior year of high school. After graduation she attended Highlands...

Geoffrey Dean-Smith

Geoffrey Dean-Smith

Jul 2, 2024

How does one begin to share a person’s life with meaningful words, especially one’s younger brother, namely Geoffrey Dean-Smith, someone who created adventure wherever he chose to go and be. 

Born 25 September 1946 Stockport, England Geoffrey Dean-Smith said “Adios Amigos” on 2nd July 2024, surrounded by me, his sister, Pauline, & our family, who cared for and loved him. Particularly...

Joan N. Drips

Joan N. Drips

Jun 30, 2024

Gilbert, SC – Ms. Joan N. Drips, 78, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 30, 2024, surrounded by her family.

Joan was born in Oswego, NY, the daughter of the late Doris Holcomb and John Nagelschmidt, as well as her late sister Donna Nagelschmidt and late brother John Nagelschmidt. She was a hardworking and loyal waitress for most of her life....

Robert Edward Popiel

Robert Edward Popiel

Jun 30, 2024

ROBERT EDWARD POPIEL, 94, beloved husband of Jane Dorger Popiel, passed away Sunday evening, June 30, 2024 in his home.

A native of Somerville, MA, Bob was a son of the late Edward E. and Mary Maher Popiel. He was a graduate of Northeastern University and worked in the electronics industry. His career was in component manufacturing and development. Bob was...

Dr. Terrence Joseph Harris

Dr. Terrence Joseph Harris

Jun 28, 2024

DR. TERRENCE JOSEPH HARRIS, 89, beloved husband of Donna Lynn Domaracki Harris, passed away on Friday, June 28, 2024, at Aiken Regional Medical Centers with his loving family by his side.

 A native of East Chicago, IN, Terry was a son of the late Joseph and Helen Poi Harris. Terry grew up in Pittsburgh, PA, graduating from Mt. Lebanon High School....

Gregory Estus Toole

Gregory Estus Toole

Jun 27, 2024

GREGORY ESTUS TOOLE, 64, passed away unexpectedly Thursday, June 27, 2024.

A native and lifelong resident of Aiken County, Gregory was a son of Billie Jean Daniel Toole and the late Robert Ladson Toole. He was an automotive mechanic. Gregory enjoyed building cars and go karts for dirt track racing. He was an avid NASCAR fan and loved fishing on Clarks...

James “Doc” Honnell Odle

James “Doc” Honnell Odle

Jun 25, 2024

JAMES HONNELL ODLE "DOC", 75, beloved husband of Diane Yarbrough Odle, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, June 25, 2024 in his home.

A native of Alcorn County, MS, James was a son of the late James Vanderford and Ruby Nichols Odle. Tuscumbia Baptist Church was his home church. 

Doc has made Aiken his home for the past 40 years. He worked as a...

Emma Jean Layton

Emma Jean Layton

Jun 22, 2024

EMMA JEAN LAYTON, 86, widow of Robert Earl (Bob) Layton, passed away Saturday, June 22, 2024 in Aiken Regional Medical Centers.

A native of Cincinnati, OH, Emma Jean was the daughter of the late Louis and Ethelene Pendygraft. She lived most of her life in Cincinnati where she graduated from Central Vocational High School. She worked for many years as an...

Christina Acacia Harding

Christina Acacia Harding

Jun 19, 2024

Christina Harding, beloved daughter, sister, and friend, passed away on Wednesday, June 19th, at the age of 21. Christina was born on July 17, 2002, and was a bright light in the lives of all who knew her. She was preceded in death by her mom, Marsha Greene.

Christina is survived by her devoted dad, Chris Harding, and loving stepmom, Catherine...

Jean Bracey Meadows

Jean Bracey Meadows

Jun 17, 2024

Jean Bracey Meadows, 93, of Aiken died peacefully on Monday, June 17, 2024 at Trinity on Laurens surrounded by her family.

A celebration of life will be held at 11:00am, Thursday, June 27th at Aiken’s First Baptist Church. The family will receive friends 1 hour before the service. Burial will be private.

Ms. Meadows was born on March 11, 1931 in Robertson...

Barbara Alice (nee Maedge) Johnson

Barbara Alice (nee Maedge) Johnson

Jun 16, 2024

Barbara Alice (nee Maedge) Johnson, age 82, born on December 1, 1941 in Chicago, IL, and entered into rest on June 16, 2024 in her home. She resided in Aiken, SC. Since 1975. She and her husband also had lived in Illinois, Michigan, and Mississippi before moving to South Carolina.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Walter Jr. and...

Brenda Anne Alvey

Brenda Anne Alvey

Jun 16, 2024

Aiken – Mrs. Brenda Anne Alvey, 71, passed away Sunday, June 16, 2024. Brenda was born in Oak Ridge, TN, daughter of the late Harold E. and Frances W. Mercer Alvey. 

She is survived by her daughter, Michelle Dilworth Wallace; granddaughters, Jessica Gunkler and Jordan Wallace; grandson, Devin Gunkler (Syra); great-grandchildren Lucius, Avery and Ellie; sister, Pam Harmon (Harry); nieces, Sandy...

William Frederick Mitchell

William Frederick Mitchell

Jun 16, 2024

Aiken – Mr. William Frederick Mitchell, 75, passed away Sunday, June 16, 2024 at his home surrounded by family. 

William was born in Chicago, IL, son of the late Elmer and Ruth Bordell. He is survived by his wife of 52 years Myong Mitchell, daughter Ann Owen, son James Mitchell and grandchildren Olivia, Alexis, Asia, Erika and Meika. William was a...

Neil Oscar Myers

Neil Oscar Myers

Jun 14, 2024

AIKEN, SC - Mr. Neil Oscar Myers, 91, husband of Anne Nolen Myers, passed away Friday, June 14, 2024 at Aiken Regional Medical Centers.

Mr. Myers was born in Samson, AL to the late Oscar and Lennye Davis Myers. After graduating high school, Mr. Myers served in the Navy during the Korean War. Following his service, he attended the University of...

Charlotte Phelps Raymond Baxter

Charlotte Phelps Raymond Baxter

Jun 13, 2024

AIKEN, SC - Our Angel, Charlotte Phelps Raymond Baxter, gained her wings on  June 13,2024, at the tender age of 96. She was born May 26, 1928 and spent her youth in Wilton, CT. She and her mother served as “spotters” from their home during the war; their mission was to look for enemy planes flying over Long Island Sound...

Judith Ann White

Judith Ann White

Jun 13, 2024

NEW ELLENTON, SC - Mrs. Judith Ann "Judy" White, 71, beloved wife of James L. "Jimmy" White, Sr., passed away Thursday, June 13, 2024.A Celebration of Life service will be held at 4:00 PM on Sunday, June 23, 2024 at Mercy Church. The family will receive friends following the service.Born in Jackson, MS, Judy was the daughter of the late...

Michael “Mickey” L. Walker

Michael “Mickey” L. Walker

Jun 12, 2024

MICHAEL “MICKEY” LANHAM WALKER, 82, beloved husband of Mary Ann Rollins Walker, passed away Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at home surrounded by his loving family.

A native of Chester, SC, Mickey was the son of the late Frederick Lanham Walker and Ella Mae Grant Walker. He was a graduate of Clemson University which he was very proud of. He remained a...

David S. Wise, Jr.

David S. Wise, Jr.

Jun 8, 2024

DAVID S. “BILLY” WISE, JR., 92, husband of the late Barbara Chapman Wise, passed away Saturday evening, June 8, 2024 in his home surrounded by his loving family.

A native of West Columbia, SC David was a son of the late David S., Sr. and Cassie Lucas Wise.  He was a proud veteran of the U.S. Army.  David moved his family...

Charles Frederick Pegg

Charles Frederick Pegg

Jun 8, 2024

CHARLES FREDERICK PEGG, 88, beloved husband of Virginia A. “Gini” Johnson Pegg, passed away Saturday morning, June 8, 2024 in his home with his loving family by his side.A native of Indianapolis, IN, Charles was a son of the late Willard Charles and Ella Katherine Beam Pegg.  He graduated from Purdue University with a B.S. in Electrical Engineering.  Charles had...

Dana Duane Willis

Dana Duane Willis

Jun 6, 2024

DANA DUANE WILLIS, 72, passed away Thursday, June 6, 2024 in his home.

A native of Long Beach, CA, Dana was a son of the late Donald Duane and Dorothy Ann Silkowski Willis.   He was a retired pipefitter and journeyman with The Trades Local 250 in Los Angeles, CA.  

Dana was an avid surfer.    When he wasn’t laying pipe...

Local Obituaries for Aiken South Carolina & Surrounding Areas.

Nona Mauzy

Nona Mauzy

Jul 2, 2024

Nona Luetta Mauzy, 92, passed away peacefully at the Oaks of Aiken Assisted Living on July 2nd, 2024. 

Nona was born in Weatherford, TX on May 23rd, 1932 to Jesse James Harlan and Ona Lee Grimes Harlan. She grew up in Texas until the family moved to Clayton, NM during her senior year of high school. After graduation she attended Highlands...

Geoffrey Dean-Smith

Geoffrey Dean-Smith

Jul 2, 2024

How does one begin to share a person’s life with meaningful words, especially one’s younger brother, namely Geoffrey Dean-Smith, someone who created adventure wherever he chose to go and be. 

Born 25 September 1946 Stockport, England Geoffrey Dean-Smith said “Adios Amigos” on 2nd July 2024, surrounded by me, his sister, Pauline, & our family, who cared for and loved him. Particularly...

Joan N. Drips

Joan N. Drips

Jun 30, 2024

Gilbert, SC – Ms. Joan N. Drips, 78, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 30, 2024, surrounded by her family.

Joan was born in Oswego, NY, the daughter of the late Doris Holcomb and John Nagelschmidt, as well as her late sister Donna Nagelschmidt and late brother John Nagelschmidt. She was a hardworking and loyal waitress for most of her life....

Robert Edward Popiel

Robert Edward Popiel

Jun 30, 2024

ROBERT EDWARD POPIEL, 94, beloved husband of Jane Dorger Popiel, passed away Sunday evening, June 30, 2024 in his home.

A native of Somerville, MA, Bob was a son of the late Edward E. and Mary Maher Popiel. He was a graduate of Northeastern University and worked in the electronics industry. His career was in component manufacturing and development. Bob was...

Dr. Terrence Joseph Harris

Dr. Terrence Joseph Harris

Jun 28, 2024

DR. TERRENCE JOSEPH HARRIS, 89, beloved husband of Donna Lynn Domaracki Harris, passed away on Friday, June 28, 2024, at Aiken Regional Medical Centers with his loving family by his side.

 A native of East Chicago, IN, Terry was a son of the late Joseph and Helen Poi Harris. Terry grew up in Pittsburgh, PA, graduating from Mt. Lebanon High School....

Gregory Estus Toole

Gregory Estus Toole

Jun 27, 2024

GREGORY ESTUS TOOLE, 64, passed away unexpectedly Thursday, June 27, 2024.

A native and lifelong resident of Aiken County, Gregory was a son of Billie Jean Daniel Toole and the late Robert Ladson Toole. He was an automotive mechanic. Gregory enjoyed building cars and go karts for dirt track racing. He was an avid NASCAR fan and loved fishing on Clarks...

James “Doc” Honnell Odle

James “Doc” Honnell Odle

Jun 25, 2024

JAMES HONNELL ODLE "DOC", 75, beloved husband of Diane Yarbrough Odle, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, June 25, 2024 in his home.

A native of Alcorn County, MS, James was a son of the late James Vanderford and Ruby Nichols Odle. Tuscumbia Baptist Church was his home church. 

Doc has made Aiken his home for the past 40 years. He worked as a...

Emma Jean Layton

Emma Jean Layton

Jun 22, 2024

EMMA JEAN LAYTON, 86, widow of Robert Earl (Bob) Layton, passed away Saturday, June 22, 2024 in Aiken Regional Medical Centers.

A native of Cincinnati, OH, Emma Jean was the daughter of the late Louis and Ethelene Pendygraft. She lived most of her life in Cincinnati where she graduated from Central Vocational High School. She worked for many years as an...

Christina Acacia Harding

Christina Acacia Harding

Jun 19, 2024

Christina Harding, beloved daughter, sister, and friend, passed away on Wednesday, June 19th, at the age of 21. Christina was born on July 17, 2002, and was a bright light in the lives of all who knew her. She was preceded in death by her mom, Marsha Greene.

Christina is survived by her devoted dad, Chris Harding, and loving stepmom, Catherine...

Jean Bracey Meadows

Jean Bracey Meadows

Jun 17, 2024

Jean Bracey Meadows, 93, of Aiken died peacefully on Monday, June 17, 2024 at Trinity on Laurens surrounded by her family.

A celebration of life will be held at 11:00am, Thursday, June 27th at Aiken’s First Baptist Church. The family will receive friends 1 hour before the service. Burial will be private.

Ms. Meadows was born on March 11, 1931 in Robertson...

Barbara Alice (nee Maedge) Johnson

Barbara Alice (nee Maedge) Johnson

Jun 16, 2024

Barbara Alice (nee Maedge) Johnson, age 82, born on December 1, 1941 in Chicago, IL, and entered into rest on June 16, 2024 in her home. She resided in Aiken, SC. Since 1975. She and her husband also had lived in Illinois, Michigan, and Mississippi before moving to South Carolina.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Walter Jr. and...

Brenda Anne Alvey

Brenda Anne Alvey

Jun 16, 2024

Aiken – Mrs. Brenda Anne Alvey, 71, passed away Sunday, June 16, 2024. Brenda was born in Oak Ridge, TN, daughter of the late Harold E. and Frances W. Mercer Alvey. 

She is survived by her daughter, Michelle Dilworth Wallace; granddaughters, Jessica Gunkler and Jordan Wallace; grandson, Devin Gunkler (Syra); great-grandchildren Lucius, Avery and Ellie; sister, Pam Harmon (Harry); nieces, Sandy...

William Frederick Mitchell

William Frederick Mitchell

Jun 16, 2024

Aiken – Mr. William Frederick Mitchell, 75, passed away Sunday, June 16, 2024 at his home surrounded by family. 

William was born in Chicago, IL, son of the late Elmer and Ruth Bordell. He is survived by his wife of 52 years Myong Mitchell, daughter Ann Owen, son James Mitchell and grandchildren Olivia, Alexis, Asia, Erika and Meika. William was a...

Neil Oscar Myers

Neil Oscar Myers

Jun 14, 2024

AIKEN, SC - Mr. Neil Oscar Myers, 91, husband of Anne Nolen Myers, passed away Friday, June 14, 2024 at Aiken Regional Medical Centers.

Mr. Myers was born in Samson, AL to the late Oscar and Lennye Davis Myers. After graduating high school, Mr. Myers served in the Navy during the Korean War. Following his service, he attended the University of...

Charlotte Phelps Raymond Baxter

Charlotte Phelps Raymond Baxter

Jun 13, 2024

AIKEN, SC - Our Angel, Charlotte Phelps Raymond Baxter, gained her wings on  June 13,2024, at the tender age of 96. She was born May 26, 1928 and spent her youth in Wilton, CT. She and her mother served as “spotters” from their home during the war; their mission was to look for enemy planes flying over Long Island Sound...

Judith Ann White

Judith Ann White

Jun 13, 2024

NEW ELLENTON, SC - Mrs. Judith Ann "Judy" White, 71, beloved wife of James L. "Jimmy" White, Sr., passed away Thursday, June 13, 2024.A Celebration of Life service will be held at 4:00 PM on Sunday, June 23, 2024 at Mercy Church. The family will receive friends following the service.Born in Jackson, MS, Judy was the daughter of the late...

Michael “Mickey” L. Walker

Michael “Mickey” L. Walker

Jun 12, 2024

MICHAEL “MICKEY” LANHAM WALKER, 82, beloved husband of Mary Ann Rollins Walker, passed away Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at home surrounded by his loving family.

A native of Chester, SC, Mickey was the son of the late Frederick Lanham Walker and Ella Mae Grant Walker. He was a graduate of Clemson University which he was very proud of. He remained a...

David S. Wise, Jr.

David S. Wise, Jr.

Jun 8, 2024

DAVID S. “BILLY” WISE, JR., 92, husband of the late Barbara Chapman Wise, passed away Saturday evening, June 8, 2024 in his home surrounded by his loving family.

A native of West Columbia, SC David was a son of the late David S., Sr. and Cassie Lucas Wise.  He was a proud veteran of the U.S. Army.  David moved his family...

Charles Frederick Pegg

Charles Frederick Pegg

Jun 8, 2024

CHARLES FREDERICK PEGG, 88, beloved husband of Virginia A. “Gini” Johnson Pegg, passed away Saturday morning, June 8, 2024 in his home with his loving family by his side.A native of Indianapolis, IN, Charles was a son of the late Willard Charles and Ella Katherine Beam Pegg.  He graduated from Purdue University with a B.S. in Electrical Engineering.  Charles had...

Dana Duane Willis

Dana Duane Willis

Jun 6, 2024

DANA DUANE WILLIS, 72, passed away Thursday, June 6, 2024 in his home.

A native of Long Beach, CA, Dana was a son of the late Donald Duane and Dorothy Ann Silkowski Willis.   He was a retired pipefitter and journeyman with The Trades Local 250 in Los Angeles, CA.  

Dana was an avid surfer.    When he wasn’t laying pipe...

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