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Local Obituaries for Aiken South Carolina & Surrounding Areas.
Brandy Nicole Drennon
Jan 6, 2024
GRANITEVILLE, SC - Ms. Brandy Nicole Drennon, 37, passed away Saturday, January 6, 2024.
A native of Aiken County, Brandy was the daughter of the Angela Marie Drennon-Sapp and the late Suleman Murray. She was most recently employed with Sitel Group.
Survivors in addition to her mother include her son, Mason Drennon; stepfather, Raymond Sapp; sisters, Sonya (Jesse) Watts, Karisa...
Kenneth Jo Anderson
Jan 6, 2024
AIKEN, SC - Mr. Kenneth Jo Anderson, 77, passed away Saturday, January 6, 2024.
Ken was born in Vancouver, WA son of the late Marvin Delbert Anderson and Clara “Marie” Anderson. He was a Nuclear Engineer at the Savannah River Site and numerous other nuclear sites nationwide.
He is survived by his beloved son, Samuel Robert Singletary (Jean) of Beaufort,...
Earl Garland Parker
Jan 6, 2024
AIKEN, SC - Earl Garland Parker went to be with his Lord on Jan 6, 2024 at the age of 92.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Shirley Parker, of 63 years, his daughter, Rhonda Denton, his grandson, Justin Carter, and 6 brothers and 1 sister.
Lovingly remembered by his 3 children, Sharon Carter (Eddie), Chris Parker, Gregg Parker...
James A. "Jim" Eanes
Jan 5, 2024
James A. "Jim" Eanes, 86, beloved husband of Jewell Perkins Eanes, passed away Friday evening, January 5, 2024 at Aiken Regional Medical Center.
A native of Stotesbury, WV, Jim was a son of the late Walter Golen and Daffy Elizabeth Hill Eanes. Jim grew up in Raleigh County, WV, graduating from Sophia H.S. in 1955. Immediately after graduation, Jim entered...
Rose Marie Tullis
Jan 4, 2024
Aiken- Ms. Rose Marie Wood Tullis, 62, passed away Thursday, January 4th, 2024. Rose was born in Baltimore MD, but was raised in Aiken, SC. Daughter of the late Frances Shackleford Rogers and Silas Wood. She worked for Owens Corning Fiberglass for 23 years. She was apart of the Project Drew Foundation, which helped solve cold cases and find missing people....
Sachiko Kogita Cook
Dec 30, 2023
Aiken – Mrs. Sachiko Kogita Cook, 73, widow of Gary L. Cook, passed away Saturday, December 30, 2023.
A Memorial Service will be held Thursday morning, January 18th at 11 o'cock in the Millbrook Chapel with The Rev. Bill Howard III officiating.
SHELLHOUSE-RIVERS FUNERAL HOME, INC., 715 E. PINE LOG RD., AIKEN, SC
Juandail Kirby
Dec 30, 2023
Aiken – Mr. Juandail Kirby, 70, passed away Saturday, December 30, 2023.
Juandail was born in Conway, SC, son of the late Earl and Ruth Vereen Kirby. He was a supervisor in the Rigging and Crane division at the Savannah River Site. He was a Mason, and enjoyed the lake and fishing. He also enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren.
He is survived...
Charles Herbst
Dec 29, 2023
Aiken – Mr. Charles Michael Herbst, 73, passed away Friday, December 29, 2023.
Charles was born in Sturgeon Bay, WI, son of the late Ralph E. and Alvina M. Christoferson Herbst. He had been a resident of Aiken for over 35 years, and was formerly on the Aiken Design and Review Board, and was a longtime member of the Aiken...
Hugo Louis Defever
Dec 29, 2023
Aiken – Mr. Hugo Louis Defever, 79, passed away Friday, December 29, 2023.
Hugo was born in Gent, Belgium, son of the late Raymond and Denise Van Den Bossche Defever. Following his master’s degree in mechanical engineering from the University of Gent, Hugo moved to the United States and started a family.
Hugo joined Valmet of Aiken and retired with...
Catherine "Kay" Cullum Shirley
Dec 28, 2023
Aiken – Mrs. Catherine “Kay” C. Shirley, 83, passed away Thursday, December 28, 2023.
A Lifelong resident of Aiken, Kay was the only child of the late Furman Ellis and Louise Causey Cullum. Kay attended Newberry College where she received an associate degree and met some lifelong friends. She worked at the Savannah River Plant, as a Federated insurance assistant...
Charles Mason Riggs
Dec 25, 2023
Charles Mason Riggs "Chuck", 66, beloved husband of Gwendolyn Moseley Riggs, passed away Monday morning, December 25, 2023 in Aiken Regional Medical Centers.
Chuck was a long-time resident of Aiken, SC. He was born in Montcalm, WV, but called Aiken his home. He was a member of Apostolic Lighthouse Church and loved serving the Lord.
He was a Master Carpenter. ...
Joey Messick
Dec 22, 2023
Joey Messick, 39, passed away peacefully at home on the morning of December 22, 2023 following an eighteen months journey with Glioblastoma. During which time, Joey was never negative or complained; his saying was “it is what it is”. Joey was the much loved son of Joe Messick and Debbie Byrd.Joey is survived by brothers, Russ Messick (Sheri) of Lexington,...
Jennie L. Ready
Dec 21, 2023
AIKEN, SC - Mrs. Jennie L. Ready, 90, passed away Thursday, December 21, 2023.
Arrangements will be announced by SHELLHOUSE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 924 HAYNE AVE., AIKEN, SC 29801.
Gerard Lynch Barron
Dec 16, 2023
AIKEN, SC - Gerard "Jerry" Barron was in an accident Saturday, December 16, 2023 doing what he loved best, riding his motorcycle.
He is survived by his friend, Debbie Molaroni and sister, Bernadette M. Barron.
A visitation will be held on Saturday, December 23 from 5-7 pm at Shellhouse-Rivers Funeral Home, 715 E. Pine Log Road, Aiken, SC...
Stella Marsee Zion
Dec 16, 2023
Stella Marsee Zion of Aiken died peacefully after a brief illness at Aiken Regional Medical Center on December 16, 2023. She was born in St. Charles, Virginia on November 28, 1929 to Blevin Cicero and Opal Crider Marsee. She was the loving wife of William Arthur “Art” Zion, Sr. for 58 years, until his death in 2005.
A devoted, loving...
Robert Allen Hayes
Dec 11, 2023
Aiken – Mr. Robert Allen Hayes, 62, passed away Monday, December 11, 2023.
Robert was born in Lakeland, FL, son of the late Blanche Faye Hayes Shirah and Buddy Hathcock. He was a longtime employee of Lively’s Collision Center where he loved his second family: Benny Lively, Bojo Lively, Braydon Lively and crew, and so many more.
Robert is...
Delia Bishop Boatright
Dec 11, 2023
Delia Bishop Boatright, 91, of Aiken, South Carolina, passed away Monday, December 11, 2023, at Lexington Extended Care.
Born in Union, South Carolina on June 26, 1932. Delia married George Boatright and moved to Aiken, SC in 1953.
Delia worked in the cafeteria at Savannah River Site during the Cold War. She then finished her career as a homemaker. Delia...
Michael Christopher Mothkovich
Dec 10, 2023
AIKEN, SC - Mr. Michael Christopher Mothkovich, 48, passed away on Sunday, December 10th, 2023, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, warmth, and generosity.
A man of immense compassion, Michael touched countless lives through his benevolence. He enjoyed socializing and was a loyal and devoted friend. He was the pillar of support for many, always willing to go above...
Phillip G. Lockard
Dec 9, 2023
Phillip Garland Lockard, 92, passed away Saturday, December 9, 2023 at Benton House of Aiken. He born to the late Franklin Anschultz and Jeanette Juanita Gilbreath Lockard, on June 11, 1931 in Newport, AR. He had one older sister, Elizabeth Jane Lockard Coltharp Heard who preceded him in death. He is survived by his devoted wife of 59 years,...
Dwight Nichols Buchanan
Dec 7, 2023
Dwight Nichols “Nick” Buchanan, born in Cashiers, NC on September 18, 1931 to Minnie and Dan Buchanan passed away on December 7, 2023 at Piedmont Hospital in Augusta, GA. He lived much of his life in NC and then Dillard, GA and Anderson, SC.He is survived by his wife of almost 67 years, Ruby Buchanan and daughters, Dianne Martin (Lynn)...
Local Obituaries for Aiken South Carolina & Surrounding Areas.
Brandy Nicole Drennon
Jan 6, 2024
GRANITEVILLE, SC - Ms. Brandy Nicole Drennon, 37, passed away Saturday, January 6, 2024.
A native of Aiken County, Brandy was the daughter of the Angela Marie Drennon-Sapp and the late Suleman Murray. She was most recently employed with Sitel Group.
Survivors in addition to her mother include her son, Mason Drennon; stepfather, Raymond Sapp; sisters, Sonya (Jesse) Watts, Karisa...
Kenneth Jo Anderson
Jan 6, 2024
AIKEN, SC - Mr. Kenneth Jo Anderson, 77, passed away Saturday, January 6, 2024.
Ken was born in Vancouver, WA son of the late Marvin Delbert Anderson and Clara “Marie” Anderson. He was a Nuclear Engineer at the Savannah River Site and numerous other nuclear sites nationwide.
He is survived by his beloved son, Samuel Robert Singletary (Jean) of Beaufort,...
Earl Garland Parker
Jan 6, 2024
AIKEN, SC - Earl Garland Parker went to be with his Lord on Jan 6, 2024 at the age of 92.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Shirley Parker, of 63 years, his daughter, Rhonda Denton, his grandson, Justin Carter, and 6 brothers and 1 sister.
Lovingly remembered by his 3 children, Sharon Carter (Eddie), Chris Parker, Gregg Parker...
James A. "Jim" Eanes
Jan 5, 2024
James A. "Jim" Eanes, 86, beloved husband of Jewell Perkins Eanes, passed away Friday evening, January 5, 2024 at Aiken Regional Medical Center.
A native of Stotesbury, WV, Jim was a son of the late Walter Golen and Daffy Elizabeth Hill Eanes. Jim grew up in Raleigh County, WV, graduating from Sophia H.S. in 1955. Immediately after graduation, Jim entered...
Rose Marie Tullis
Jan 4, 2024
Aiken- Ms. Rose Marie Wood Tullis, 62, passed away Thursday, January 4th, 2024. Rose was born in Baltimore MD, but was raised in Aiken, SC. Daughter of the late Frances Shackleford Rogers and Silas Wood. She worked for Owens Corning Fiberglass for 23 years. She was apart of the Project Drew Foundation, which helped solve cold cases and find missing people....
Sachiko Kogita Cook
Dec 30, 2023
Aiken – Mrs. Sachiko Kogita Cook, 73, widow of Gary L. Cook, passed away Saturday, December 30, 2023.
A Memorial Service will be held Thursday morning, January 18th at 11 o'cock in the Millbrook Chapel with The Rev. Bill Howard III officiating.
SHELLHOUSE-RIVERS FUNERAL HOME, INC., 715 E. PINE LOG RD., AIKEN, SC
Juandail Kirby
Dec 30, 2023
Aiken – Mr. Juandail Kirby, 70, passed away Saturday, December 30, 2023.
Juandail was born in Conway, SC, son of the late Earl and Ruth Vereen Kirby. He was a supervisor in the Rigging and Crane division at the Savannah River Site. He was a Mason, and enjoyed the lake and fishing. He also enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren.
He is survived...
Charles Herbst
Dec 29, 2023
Aiken – Mr. Charles Michael Herbst, 73, passed away Friday, December 29, 2023.
Charles was born in Sturgeon Bay, WI, son of the late Ralph E. and Alvina M. Christoferson Herbst. He had been a resident of Aiken for over 35 years, and was formerly on the Aiken Design and Review Board, and was a longtime member of the Aiken...
Hugo Louis Defever
Dec 29, 2023
Aiken – Mr. Hugo Louis Defever, 79, passed away Friday, December 29, 2023.
Hugo was born in Gent, Belgium, son of the late Raymond and Denise Van Den Bossche Defever. Following his master’s degree in mechanical engineering from the University of Gent, Hugo moved to the United States and started a family.
Hugo joined Valmet of Aiken and retired with...
Catherine "Kay" Cullum Shirley
Dec 28, 2023
Aiken – Mrs. Catherine “Kay” C. Shirley, 83, passed away Thursday, December 28, 2023.
A Lifelong resident of Aiken, Kay was the only child of the late Furman Ellis and Louise Causey Cullum. Kay attended Newberry College where she received an associate degree and met some lifelong friends. She worked at the Savannah River Plant, as a Federated insurance assistant...
Charles Mason Riggs
Dec 25, 2023
Charles Mason Riggs "Chuck", 66, beloved husband of Gwendolyn Moseley Riggs, passed away Monday morning, December 25, 2023 in Aiken Regional Medical Centers.
Chuck was a long-time resident of Aiken, SC. He was born in Montcalm, WV, but called Aiken his home. He was a member of Apostolic Lighthouse Church and loved serving the Lord.
He was a Master Carpenter. ...
Joey Messick
Dec 22, 2023
Joey Messick, 39, passed away peacefully at home on the morning of December 22, 2023 following an eighteen months journey with Glioblastoma. During which time, Joey was never negative or complained; his saying was “it is what it is”. Joey was the much loved son of Joe Messick and Debbie Byrd.Joey is survived by brothers, Russ Messick (Sheri) of Lexington,...
Jennie L. Ready
Dec 21, 2023
AIKEN, SC - Mrs. Jennie L. Ready, 90, passed away Thursday, December 21, 2023.
Arrangements will be announced by SHELLHOUSE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 924 HAYNE AVE., AIKEN, SC 29801.
Gerard Lynch Barron
Dec 16, 2023
AIKEN, SC - Gerard "Jerry" Barron was in an accident Saturday, December 16, 2023 doing what he loved best, riding his motorcycle.
He is survived by his friend, Debbie Molaroni and sister, Bernadette M. Barron.
A visitation will be held on Saturday, December 23 from 5-7 pm at Shellhouse-Rivers Funeral Home, 715 E. Pine Log Road, Aiken, SC...
Stella Marsee Zion
Dec 16, 2023
Stella Marsee Zion of Aiken died peacefully after a brief illness at Aiken Regional Medical Center on December 16, 2023. She was born in St. Charles, Virginia on November 28, 1929 to Blevin Cicero and Opal Crider Marsee. She was the loving wife of William Arthur “Art” Zion, Sr. for 58 years, until his death in 2005.
A devoted, loving...
Robert Allen Hayes
Dec 11, 2023
Aiken – Mr. Robert Allen Hayes, 62, passed away Monday, December 11, 2023.
Robert was born in Lakeland, FL, son of the late Blanche Faye Hayes Shirah and Buddy Hathcock. He was a longtime employee of Lively’s Collision Center where he loved his second family: Benny Lively, Bojo Lively, Braydon Lively and crew, and so many more.
Robert is...
Delia Bishop Boatright
Dec 11, 2023
Delia Bishop Boatright, 91, of Aiken, South Carolina, passed away Monday, December 11, 2023, at Lexington Extended Care.
Born in Union, South Carolina on June 26, 1932. Delia married George Boatright and moved to Aiken, SC in 1953.
Delia worked in the cafeteria at Savannah River Site during the Cold War. She then finished her career as a homemaker. Delia...
Michael Christopher Mothkovich
Dec 10, 2023
AIKEN, SC - Mr. Michael Christopher Mothkovich, 48, passed away on Sunday, December 10th, 2023, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, warmth, and generosity.
A man of immense compassion, Michael touched countless lives through his benevolence. He enjoyed socializing and was a loyal and devoted friend. He was the pillar of support for many, always willing to go above...
Phillip G. Lockard
Dec 9, 2023
Phillip Garland Lockard, 92, passed away Saturday, December 9, 2023 at Benton House of Aiken. He born to the late Franklin Anschultz and Jeanette Juanita Gilbreath Lockard, on June 11, 1931 in Newport, AR. He had one older sister, Elizabeth Jane Lockard Coltharp Heard who preceded him in death. He is survived by his devoted wife of 59 years,...
Dwight Nichols Buchanan
Dec 7, 2023
Dwight Nichols “Nick” Buchanan, born in Cashiers, NC on September 18, 1931 to Minnie and Dan Buchanan passed away on December 7, 2023 at Piedmont Hospital in Augusta, GA. He lived much of his life in NC and then Dillard, GA and Anderson, SC.He is survived by his wife of almost 67 years, Ruby Buchanan and daughters, Dianne Martin (Lynn)...
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