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Local Obituaries for Aiken South Carolina & Surrounding Areas.

Peggy Floella Ivey Kitchings

Peggy Floella Ivey Kitchings

Oct 23, 2023

AIKEN, SC - Peggy Floella Ivey Kitchings, 92, died peacefully at home Monday, October 23, 2023, in Aiken, SC. 

Peggy was born May 5, 1931, in Graniteville, SC to the late Lee and Effie Ivey.  She is predeceased by her brother and sister-in-law, Robert and Shirley Ivey, Jr.   

Peggy is survived by her husband of 71 years, James Albert...

John Thomas Savelsberg, Jr.

John Thomas Savelsberg, Jr.

Oct 22, 2023

 

     On October 22, 2023, the world bid a heartfelt farewell to a truly remarkable soul, John Savelsberg. With immense courage and unwavering determination, John valiantly battled heart failure, showcasing his indomitable spirit until the very end.

     Born on April 26, 1955, John's life was a tapestry of love, resilience, and a profound commitment to the things that...

Jo Ann Waters Goldberg

Jo Ann Waters Goldberg

Oct 22, 2023

JACKSON, WY - Jo Ann Waters Goldberg passed away on October 22, 2023 in Jackson, Wyoming after a brief illness. Jo Ann was born of Dewey Philip Waters and Myrtis Kelley Waters on November 27, 1940 in Aiken, South Carolina.  At death, she was accompanied by her beloved son, Brian Alan Goldberg, and daughter-in-law, Beth Toftum Goldberg of Jackson, Wyoming. 

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John Jones Martin, Jr.

John Jones Martin, Jr.

Oct 21, 2023

John Jones Martin Jr. of Aiken, South Carolina, entered eternal rest on October 21, 2023, at the age of 76.

He was the beloved husband of the late Bunita Modling Martin. He is preceded in death by his parents John and Lois Martin of Buford, Georgia. He was the father of Windy (Mark) Schweder of Aiken, South Carolina, and Melanie...

Jean Anne Cousins

Jean Anne Cousins

Oct 21, 2023

     Jean Anderson “Anne” Cousins, 79, of Aiken, South Carolina, and formerly of Penn Yan, New York passed away with family by her side on October 21, 2023. Funeral Services will be held at the First Presbyterian Church in Aiken on Saturday November 11 at 10:00. Private inurnment will be in the church’s columbarium.

     Anne was born in Camden,...

Frank J. Schibik, Jr.

Frank J. Schibik, Jr.

Oct 20, 2023

     Frank Joseph Schibik, Jr. born June 30, 1936 in Pittsburg, PA, entered eternal rest on Friday, October 20, 2023.  He was the son of the late Frank Joseph Schibik, Sr. and Laura Clauentzer Schibik.  He retired with 22 years of service with the United States Army and the United States Marine Corps.  He served in the Vietnam and the...

Herbert Heath

Herbert Heath

Oct 17, 2023

Aiken - Mr. Herbert Heath, 63, passed away Tuesday, October 17, 2023.

Herbert is survived by his two sons, Herbert Heath, Jr., and Bobby Heath; and his many friends at Tri-Development of Aiken County.

Visiting hours for friends and family will be from 2:00 PM-6:00 PM, Saturday, October 21, 2023, at SHELLHOUSE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 924 HAYNE AVE., AIKEN, SC

Jean M. Avenius

Jean M. Avenius

Oct 16, 2023

     With great sadness we announce that Jean Marie Avenius passed away on October 16, 2023.  A visitation will be held from 2 - 4 pm on Thursday, October 26, 2023 at the Shellhouse-Rivers Funeral Home (715 E. Pine Log Rd.) in Aiken.

     Jean was born in St. Clair, PA on August 11, 1933 to Peter and Helen (Salm)...

Ellen Marie Thomas

Ellen Marie Thomas

Oct 16, 2023

AIKEN, SC - Ellen Marie Thomas, 41, passed away Monday, October 16, 2023. She was at home surrounded by her loving family.

Born in Augusta, GA, Ellen was the daughter of Paul and Joyce Marie Angeley. She will be most remembered as a loving mother and grandmother. Caring for her children and grandchildren is what gave her the most joy...

Aldora Marie Dabbs

Aldora Marie Dabbs

Oct 14, 2023

Aiken – Mrs. Aldora “Dori” Marie Dabbs, 66, passed away Saturday, October 14, 2023.

Dori was born in Riverdale, MD, daughter of Barbara Catterton Grimmel, and the late Thornton Francis Green. Dori was an avid scrapbooker, sewer, a cake baker and an adoring grandmother. She served her country working many positions within the federal government, including at the Veteran Affairs Hospital and...

Charles Scott Marzen

Charles Scott Marzen

Oct 11, 2023

Aiken – Mr. Charles Scott (“Chuck”) Marzen, 76, died on Wednesday, October 11, 2023.

A native of Lansing, MI, Chuck was the son of the late George Charles and Mildred Volker Marzen. He was a retired carpenter and a mechanic. After living in Florida, South Carolina, North Carolina, Arizona and Iowa over the course of his life, he and Diane...

Ray Benjamin Murphy

Ray Benjamin Murphy

Oct 10, 2023

RAY BENJAMIN MURPHY, 81, beloved husband of Laura Murphy, passed away Tuesday evening October 10, 2023 in Aiken Regional Medical Centers.

A native of Graniteville, SC, Ray was a son of the late B. J. and Alma Ferguson Murphy.  He was a lifelong resident of Aiken County and retired from Owens Corning after 37 years.  He was a former member...

Robert Groom "Bob" Pistole

Robert Groom "Bob" Pistole

Oct 9, 2023

AIKEN, SC - Surrounded by loved ones, Robert Groom Pistole passed into the arms of his Savior, October 9, 2023.

“Robert” to his family, and “Bob” to friends and colleagues, he was born September 21, 1937, in Liberty, TN, to parents Robert “Harris” Pistole and Imogene “Jean” Pistole. The family moved many times during Bob’s childhood, but he always...

William Todd Anthony

William Todd Anthony

Oct 5, 2023

Aiken – William Todd Anthony, 55, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, October 5, 2023.

Todd was born in Aiken, son of Sandra Davis Anthony and the late William Gary Anthony.  He graduated from USCA with a degree in History, worked with the Volunteer Fire Department, and was very active with the Boy Scouts.

In addition to his mother, Todd is...

Tracy Lynn Abraham

Tracy Lynn Abraham

Oct 5, 2023

TRACY LYNN ABRAHAM, 58, went to be with our Lord and Savior on October 5, 2023.

She is survived by her husband, Charles Douglas Abraham, her daughter Taylor Marie Abraham, two stepchildren (Sydney & Charles Abraham), her mother Nellie Miller, her father Carl H. “Hank” Smith III, her stepmother Shirleen Smith, her sister Deborah Smith, her niece Madeline “Maddy” Kammerer...

Richard Lee "Rick" Ford

Richard Lee "Rick" Ford

Oct 4, 2023

OSLO, NORWAY - Richard (Rick) Lee Ford, 73, beloved husband of Margaret (Peggy) Ford, died on Wednesday, October 4, 2023, in Oslo, Norway following a brief illness. In addition to his wife, he is survived by his son, Thomas (T.C.) Ford, his daughter in-law, Helga Toender, and his two grandchildren, Aune Toender-Ford, and Tellef Toender-Ford. He is also survived by...

Annmarie O'Connor Casey

Annmarie O'Connor Casey

Oct 4, 2023

ANNMARIE O’CONNOR CASEY, 79, widow of Paul Joseph Casey, passed away Wednesday, October 4, 2023 in Aiken, SC.

A native of Holyoke, MA, Annmarie was a daughter of the late Charles and Helen Elizabeth O’Connor.  She graduated from Ursuline Academy and received her undergraduate degree from Boston College and her Masters in Nursing from New York University.  She was a...

Virginia Rose Studebaker

Virginia Rose Studebaker

Oct 4, 2023

 

Virginia (Penny) Rose Studebaker passed away at home on October 4, 2023 at the age of 83 following a short illness.

 

Penny was born on November 23, 1939 in Terre Haute, IN, a daughter to Ralph and Rita Brokaw. She

retired from BP/Amoco Polymer in 2002. She studied Interior Design and was a talented arts and

crafter. Through...

Stephanie Dusick Grossman

Stephanie Dusick Grossman

Oct 3, 2023

Aiken, SC - STEPHANIE DUSICK GROSSMAN, 73, born October 7,1949, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on October 3, 2023, where she is now in Heaven with her Lord and Savior.

 

Stephanie was born in Bridgeport, Connecticut, the second of four daughters of the late Stephen John and Edith Ann Farkas Dusick.  She attended Bay Path Junior College and...

Edward Alexander Speed

Edward Alexander Speed

Oct 2, 2023

 

EDWARD ALEXANDER SPEED, 91, beloved husband of Kitty Tripp Speed, passed away Monday morning, October 2, 2023 at his residence surrounded by his loving family.

A native of Clayton, GA, Ed was a son of the late Raleigh Alexander and Mary Adaline Swafford Speed.  His father died when he was 6 years old and the family moved to Seneca,...

Local Obituaries for Aiken South Carolina & Surrounding Areas.

Peggy Floella Ivey Kitchings

Peggy Floella Ivey Kitchings

Oct 23, 2023

AIKEN, SC - Peggy Floella Ivey Kitchings, 92, died peacefully at home Monday, October 23, 2023, in Aiken, SC. 

Peggy was born May 5, 1931, in Graniteville, SC to the late Lee and Effie Ivey.  She is predeceased by her brother and sister-in-law, Robert and Shirley Ivey, Jr.   

Peggy is survived by her husband of 71 years, James Albert...

John Thomas Savelsberg, Jr.

John Thomas Savelsberg, Jr.

Oct 22, 2023

 

     On October 22, 2023, the world bid a heartfelt farewell to a truly remarkable soul, John Savelsberg. With immense courage and unwavering determination, John valiantly battled heart failure, showcasing his indomitable spirit until the very end.

     Born on April 26, 1955, John's life was a tapestry of love, resilience, and a profound commitment to the things that...

Jo Ann Waters Goldberg

Jo Ann Waters Goldberg

Oct 22, 2023

JACKSON, WY - Jo Ann Waters Goldberg passed away on October 22, 2023 in Jackson, Wyoming after a brief illness. Jo Ann was born of Dewey Philip Waters and Myrtis Kelley Waters on November 27, 1940 in Aiken, South Carolina.  At death, she was accompanied by her beloved son, Brian Alan Goldberg, and daughter-in-law, Beth Toftum Goldberg of Jackson, Wyoming. 

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John Jones Martin, Jr.

John Jones Martin, Jr.

Oct 21, 2023

John Jones Martin Jr. of Aiken, South Carolina, entered eternal rest on October 21, 2023, at the age of 76.

He was the beloved husband of the late Bunita Modling Martin. He is preceded in death by his parents John and Lois Martin of Buford, Georgia. He was the father of Windy (Mark) Schweder of Aiken, South Carolina, and Melanie...

Jean Anne Cousins

Jean Anne Cousins

Oct 21, 2023

     Jean Anderson “Anne” Cousins, 79, of Aiken, South Carolina, and formerly of Penn Yan, New York passed away with family by her side on October 21, 2023. Funeral Services will be held at the First Presbyterian Church in Aiken on Saturday November 11 at 10:00. Private inurnment will be in the church’s columbarium.

     Anne was born in Camden,...

Frank J. Schibik, Jr.

Frank J. Schibik, Jr.

Oct 20, 2023

     Frank Joseph Schibik, Jr. born June 30, 1936 in Pittsburg, PA, entered eternal rest on Friday, October 20, 2023.  He was the son of the late Frank Joseph Schibik, Sr. and Laura Clauentzer Schibik.  He retired with 22 years of service with the United States Army and the United States Marine Corps.  He served in the Vietnam and the...

Herbert Heath

Herbert Heath

Oct 17, 2023

Aiken - Mr. Herbert Heath, 63, passed away Tuesday, October 17, 2023.

Herbert is survived by his two sons, Herbert Heath, Jr., and Bobby Heath; and his many friends at Tri-Development of Aiken County.

Visiting hours for friends and family will be from 2:00 PM-6:00 PM, Saturday, October 21, 2023, at SHELLHOUSE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 924 HAYNE AVE., AIKEN, SC

Jean M. Avenius

Jean M. Avenius

Oct 16, 2023

     With great sadness we announce that Jean Marie Avenius passed away on October 16, 2023.  A visitation will be held from 2 - 4 pm on Thursday, October 26, 2023 at the Shellhouse-Rivers Funeral Home (715 E. Pine Log Rd.) in Aiken.

     Jean was born in St. Clair, PA on August 11, 1933 to Peter and Helen (Salm)...

Ellen Marie Thomas

Ellen Marie Thomas

Oct 16, 2023

AIKEN, SC - Ellen Marie Thomas, 41, passed away Monday, October 16, 2023. She was at home surrounded by her loving family.

Born in Augusta, GA, Ellen was the daughter of Paul and Joyce Marie Angeley. She will be most remembered as a loving mother and grandmother. Caring for her children and grandchildren is what gave her the most joy...

Aldora Marie Dabbs

Aldora Marie Dabbs

Oct 14, 2023

Aiken – Mrs. Aldora “Dori” Marie Dabbs, 66, passed away Saturday, October 14, 2023.

Dori was born in Riverdale, MD, daughter of Barbara Catterton Grimmel, and the late Thornton Francis Green. Dori was an avid scrapbooker, sewer, a cake baker and an adoring grandmother. She served her country working many positions within the federal government, including at the Veteran Affairs Hospital and...

Charles Scott Marzen

Charles Scott Marzen

Oct 11, 2023

Aiken – Mr. Charles Scott (“Chuck”) Marzen, 76, died on Wednesday, October 11, 2023.

A native of Lansing, MI, Chuck was the son of the late George Charles and Mildred Volker Marzen. He was a retired carpenter and a mechanic. After living in Florida, South Carolina, North Carolina, Arizona and Iowa over the course of his life, he and Diane...

Ray Benjamin Murphy

Ray Benjamin Murphy

Oct 10, 2023

RAY BENJAMIN MURPHY, 81, beloved husband of Laura Murphy, passed away Tuesday evening October 10, 2023 in Aiken Regional Medical Centers.

A native of Graniteville, SC, Ray was a son of the late B. J. and Alma Ferguson Murphy.  He was a lifelong resident of Aiken County and retired from Owens Corning after 37 years.  He was a former member...

Robert Groom "Bob" Pistole

Robert Groom "Bob" Pistole

Oct 9, 2023

AIKEN, SC - Surrounded by loved ones, Robert Groom Pistole passed into the arms of his Savior, October 9, 2023.

“Robert” to his family, and “Bob” to friends and colleagues, he was born September 21, 1937, in Liberty, TN, to parents Robert “Harris” Pistole and Imogene “Jean” Pistole. The family moved many times during Bob’s childhood, but he always...

William Todd Anthony

William Todd Anthony

Oct 5, 2023

Aiken – William Todd Anthony, 55, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, October 5, 2023.

Todd was born in Aiken, son of Sandra Davis Anthony and the late William Gary Anthony.  He graduated from USCA with a degree in History, worked with the Volunteer Fire Department, and was very active with the Boy Scouts.

In addition to his mother, Todd is...

Tracy Lynn Abraham

Tracy Lynn Abraham

Oct 5, 2023

TRACY LYNN ABRAHAM, 58, went to be with our Lord and Savior on October 5, 2023.

She is survived by her husband, Charles Douglas Abraham, her daughter Taylor Marie Abraham, two stepchildren (Sydney & Charles Abraham), her mother Nellie Miller, her father Carl H. “Hank” Smith III, her stepmother Shirleen Smith, her sister Deborah Smith, her niece Madeline “Maddy” Kammerer...

Richard Lee "Rick" Ford

Richard Lee "Rick" Ford

Oct 4, 2023

OSLO, NORWAY - Richard (Rick) Lee Ford, 73, beloved husband of Margaret (Peggy) Ford, died on Wednesday, October 4, 2023, in Oslo, Norway following a brief illness. In addition to his wife, he is survived by his son, Thomas (T.C.) Ford, his daughter in-law, Helga Toender, and his two grandchildren, Aune Toender-Ford, and Tellef Toender-Ford. He is also survived by...

Annmarie O'Connor Casey

Annmarie O'Connor Casey

Oct 4, 2023

ANNMARIE O’CONNOR CASEY, 79, widow of Paul Joseph Casey, passed away Wednesday, October 4, 2023 in Aiken, SC.

A native of Holyoke, MA, Annmarie was a daughter of the late Charles and Helen Elizabeth O’Connor.  She graduated from Ursuline Academy and received her undergraduate degree from Boston College and her Masters in Nursing from New York University.  She was a...

Virginia Rose Studebaker

Virginia Rose Studebaker

Oct 4, 2023

 

Virginia (Penny) Rose Studebaker passed away at home on October 4, 2023 at the age of 83 following a short illness.

 

Penny was born on November 23, 1939 in Terre Haute, IN, a daughter to Ralph and Rita Brokaw. She

retired from BP/Amoco Polymer in 2002. She studied Interior Design and was a talented arts and

crafter. Through...

Stephanie Dusick Grossman

Stephanie Dusick Grossman

Oct 3, 2023

Aiken, SC - STEPHANIE DUSICK GROSSMAN, 73, born October 7,1949, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on October 3, 2023, where she is now in Heaven with her Lord and Savior.

 

Stephanie was born in Bridgeport, Connecticut, the second of four daughters of the late Stephen John and Edith Ann Farkas Dusick.  She attended Bay Path Junior College and...

Edward Alexander Speed

Edward Alexander Speed

Oct 2, 2023

 

EDWARD ALEXANDER SPEED, 91, beloved husband of Kitty Tripp Speed, passed away Monday morning, October 2, 2023 at his residence surrounded by his loving family.

A native of Clayton, GA, Ed was a son of the late Raleigh Alexander and Mary Adaline Swafford Speed.  His father died when he was 6 years old and the family moved to Seneca,...

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