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Local Obituaries for Aiken South Carolina & Surrounding Areas.

Michael James "Mike" Moran

Michael James "Mike" Moran

Sep 9, 2023

AIKEN, SC - Michael James “Mike” Moran, 72, beloved husband of Peggy Moran, passed away Saturday, September 9, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. 

Mike, aka “Meathead,” was born in the shadows of Yankee Stadium, in the Bronx, NY.  He grew to have the voice and stage presence of a true rockstar. His love of music was fostered by his...

Patricia Alley Carlisle

Patricia Alley Carlisle

Sep 9, 2023

AIKEN, SC - Patricia Alley Carlisle passed away after a brief illness on September 9, 2023.

Born February 10, 1957 in Aiken, Patricia was born to the late Jack and Jon Alley of Aiken, SC and Burnsville, NC.

Patricia graduated from Aiken High School with the class of 1975. Many of the friendships forged there remained with her for life....

Arnold Roy McLain, Jr.

Arnold Roy McLain, Jr.

Sep 9, 2023

AIKEN- Arnold Roy McLain, Jr., 80, loving and devoted husband of Gail Williams McLain, died peacefully in his home on September 9, 2023 surrounded by his family.

Roy was born on January 30, 1943 in Chattanooga, TN to Arnold Roy McLain, Sr. and Martha Sue Rawls McLain.  As a native Tennessean, Roy spent his early years in Chattanooga, graduating high...

Judy Marie Thomas

Judy Marie Thomas

Sep 8, 2023

Hardeeville, SC - It is with great sadness that the family of Judy Marie Thomas announce her passing, leaving our world peacefully at home, in the arms of her devoted husband and loving daughters. 

Born in Nashville, TN in 1954, she is survived by her husband, Kenny Thomas, daughters, April Bradley, Michelle Bradley Holt (Billy Holt), and Jenny Wilkerson...

Frances Marie Moseley Andrews

Frances Marie Moseley Andrews

Sep 7, 2023

 

FRANCES MOSELEY ANDREWS, 71, passed away Thursday, September 7, 2023 in Carlyle Senior Care of Aiken.

Born in Montgomery, AL, Frances was a daughter of the late Robert Lawrence and Margaret Free Moseley.  She lived in Prattville, AL most of her life and was a retired medical assistant.  She moved to Aiken County in December of 2022.

Survivors include...

Edward Douglas Vaughn

Edward Douglas Vaughn

Sep 3, 2023

 

EDWARD DOUGLAS VAUGHN, 67, beloved husband of Sharon Walsh Vaughn, passed away Sunday evening, September 3, 2023 in Select Specialty Hospital, Augusta, GA.

A native of Beckley, WV, Edward was a son of the late Russell Shannon Vaughn and Wilma York Vaughn Murphy.  He lived in New Ellenton since 1986 and worked as a mechanic with Palmetto Site and...

Richard Daniel Findley

Richard Daniel Findley

Sep 3, 2023

 

Richard Daniel “Danny” Findley, 75, of Gilbert, South Carolina, passed away peacefully surrounded by his wife and daughters on September 3, 2023.  He was the husband of Nancy Fairbank Findley.

A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, September 5th at 11am at Bethany Cemetery, 238 Hampton Avenue NW, in Aiken, South Carolina.  Arrangements are being  provided by Shellhouse-Rivers Funeral...

Joan Parks Cope

Joan Parks Cope

Sep 2, 2023

AIKEN, SC - Joan Parks Cope, 79, of Aiken, SC, peacefully passed away at her home on September 2, 2023, surrounded by her loved ones, after a courageous battle with cancer. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother.

Joan was voted the Sweet Heart of Sigma Chi at the University of New Mexico. She loved attending...

Joan Shelt Nelson

Joan Shelt Nelson

Sep 2, 2023

AIKEN, SC - Mrs. Joan Shelt Nelson, 92, passed away Saturday, September 2, 2023.

Arrangements will be announced by SHELLHOUSE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 924 HAYNE AVE., AIKEN, SC 29801.

Phyllis Temples DeBord

Phyllis Temples DeBord

Aug 29, 2023

 

PHYLLIS TEMPLES DeBORD, 62, went to be with her Heavenly Father, quickly in her sleep on August 29, 2023 following a long time illness.

A lifelong resident of Aiken County, Phyllis was a daughter of Betty Temples Thompson and the late Dan Temples.

In addition to her mother, she is survived by two children, Lauren Ashlee DeBord, Aiken, James...

Carol Beth Hurst

Carol Beth Hurst

Aug 29, 2023

AIKEN, SC - Carol Beth Hurst, 80, born in Fort Sam Houston, Texas near San Antonio, Texas, daughter of the late Darl Kenneth Hurst (Sr.) and the late Addie Mae Canter Hurst, passed away into the loving arms of God at 6:17 PM on August 29, 2023 at Anchor Rehabilitation Center after two lengthy surgeries and extended stays in the...

Paul E. Olney

Paul E. Olney

Aug 29, 2023

 

PAUL E. OLNEY, 81, beloved husband of Candice Edwards Olney, passed away Tuesday evening, August 29, 2023 in his home surrounded by his loving family.

Born in Meadville, PA, Paul was a son of the late Edward Neal and Doris Margaret Cain Olney.  He grew up in Straight, OK.  Paul was a proud veteran of the U. S. Army. ...

Larry Lee Parsons

Larry Lee Parsons

Aug 26, 2023

 

Larry Lee Parsons, 77, passed away Saturday, August 26, 2023 in his home.

Born in Portsmouth, VA, Larry was the son of the late Gerald Francis and Frances Becker Parsons.

He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Vickie and his sons Greg (wife Kelly) and Geoff (wife Kate).

Over his lifetime Larry loved his family, his dogs,...

Heber Truman Herron

Heber Truman Herron

Aug 26, 2023

 

     HEBER TRUMAN HERRON entered the gates of Heaven Saturday, August 26, 2023 in his home surrounded by his loving family at the early age of 78.     Heber was born in Aiken, SC on April 25, 1945 to the late John Frederick Marshall Herron and the late Nancy Elizabeth Higginbottom Herron.     He was formally known as “The Coca-Cola Man”...

Jack Roy Holton

Jack Roy Holton

Aug 26, 2023

Aiken – Mr. Jack Roy Holton, 95, passed away Saturday, August 26, 2023.

Jack was born in Soperton, GA, son of the late Glen and Hattie Sammons Holton.  He served in the Korean War with the US Navy and was very proud to have served for his country. He spent many hours helping to build up the local VFW 10601and was...

Kenneth Steven Robinson

Kenneth Steven Robinson

Aug 25, 2023

We are sad to announce the passing of Kenneth Steven Robinson, Aiken, South Carolina.  He passed at the age of 81 on August 25, 2023.  Ken passed away after a long battle with Interstitial Lung Disease. 

Ken was raised in Illinois and, after serving in the United States Air Force, lived in Indiana, Michigan, California, North Carolina, and South Carolina.  He...

Allan Arthur Schmidt

Allan Arthur Schmidt

Aug 24, 2023

 

ALLAN ARTHUR SCHMIDT, 82, beloved husband of Diane Dolejs Schmidt, passed away Thursday, August 24, 2023 in Aiken Regional Medical Center after a long and valiant fight with cancer.

Born in Chester, IL, Allan was a son of the late Walter E. and Clara Bewe Schmidt.  He grew up in Ida Grove, IA and served in the U.S. Navy...

Sallie Rankin Wise

Sallie Rankin Wise

Aug 23, 2023

 

SALLIE RANKIN WISE. 85, widow of George W. Wise, Sr., passed away Wednesday, August 23, 2023 at home with her loving family by her side.

A native of Wagener, SC, Sallie was a daughter of the late Paul and Sallie Whittle Rankin.  She was a lifelong resident of Aiken County, and worked for a number of years as a...

Patricia Joan Mercier Foster

Patricia Joan Mercier Foster

Aug 20, 2023

AIKEN, SC - Mrs. Patricia Joan "PJ" Mercier Foster, 83, beloved wife of Ralph Wayne Foster, passed away Sunday, August 20, 2023.

Born in Leominster, MA, PJ was the daughter of the late Ernest Anthony and Rita Scott Mercier. Professionally she held a number of administrative positions in Hi-Tech, Real Estate, and Banking. She owned and operated a company in...

Glenn Courtney Todd

Glenn Courtney Todd

Aug 19, 2023

Glenn Courtney Todd, 85, of Atlanta, Georgia, passed away August 19, 2023. Mrs. Todd was born in Aiken, South Carolina, the only child of the late Ida Tyler Courtney and Carroll Lofton Courtney. She is survived by her loving husband of almost 65 years, John Alan Todd, Sr.; her three children, John Alan Todd, Jr. (Krisana), Courtney Todd Nathanson (Barry),...

Local Obituaries for Aiken South Carolina & Surrounding Areas.

Michael James "Mike" Moran

Michael James "Mike" Moran

Sep 9, 2023

AIKEN, SC - Michael James “Mike” Moran, 72, beloved husband of Peggy Moran, passed away Saturday, September 9, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. 

Mike, aka “Meathead,” was born in the shadows of Yankee Stadium, in the Bronx, NY.  He grew to have the voice and stage presence of a true rockstar. His love of music was fostered by his...

Patricia Alley Carlisle

Patricia Alley Carlisle

Sep 9, 2023

AIKEN, SC - Patricia Alley Carlisle passed away after a brief illness on September 9, 2023.

Born February 10, 1957 in Aiken, Patricia was born to the late Jack and Jon Alley of Aiken, SC and Burnsville, NC.

Patricia graduated from Aiken High School with the class of 1975. Many of the friendships forged there remained with her for life....

Arnold Roy McLain, Jr.

Arnold Roy McLain, Jr.

Sep 9, 2023

AIKEN- Arnold Roy McLain, Jr., 80, loving and devoted husband of Gail Williams McLain, died peacefully in his home on September 9, 2023 surrounded by his family.

Roy was born on January 30, 1943 in Chattanooga, TN to Arnold Roy McLain, Sr. and Martha Sue Rawls McLain.  As a native Tennessean, Roy spent his early years in Chattanooga, graduating high...

Judy Marie Thomas

Judy Marie Thomas

Sep 8, 2023

Hardeeville, SC - It is with great sadness that the family of Judy Marie Thomas announce her passing, leaving our world peacefully at home, in the arms of her devoted husband and loving daughters. 

Born in Nashville, TN in 1954, she is survived by her husband, Kenny Thomas, daughters, April Bradley, Michelle Bradley Holt (Billy Holt), and Jenny Wilkerson...

Frances Marie Moseley Andrews

Frances Marie Moseley Andrews

Sep 7, 2023

 

FRANCES MOSELEY ANDREWS, 71, passed away Thursday, September 7, 2023 in Carlyle Senior Care of Aiken.

Born in Montgomery, AL, Frances was a daughter of the late Robert Lawrence and Margaret Free Moseley.  She lived in Prattville, AL most of her life and was a retired medical assistant.  She moved to Aiken County in December of 2022.

Survivors include...

Edward Douglas Vaughn

Edward Douglas Vaughn

Sep 3, 2023

 

EDWARD DOUGLAS VAUGHN, 67, beloved husband of Sharon Walsh Vaughn, passed away Sunday evening, September 3, 2023 in Select Specialty Hospital, Augusta, GA.

A native of Beckley, WV, Edward was a son of the late Russell Shannon Vaughn and Wilma York Vaughn Murphy.  He lived in New Ellenton since 1986 and worked as a mechanic with Palmetto Site and...

Richard Daniel Findley

Richard Daniel Findley

Sep 3, 2023

 

Richard Daniel “Danny” Findley, 75, of Gilbert, South Carolina, passed away peacefully surrounded by his wife and daughters on September 3, 2023.  He was the husband of Nancy Fairbank Findley.

A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, September 5th at 11am at Bethany Cemetery, 238 Hampton Avenue NW, in Aiken, South Carolina.  Arrangements are being  provided by Shellhouse-Rivers Funeral...

Joan Parks Cope

Joan Parks Cope

Sep 2, 2023

AIKEN, SC - Joan Parks Cope, 79, of Aiken, SC, peacefully passed away at her home on September 2, 2023, surrounded by her loved ones, after a courageous battle with cancer. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother.

Joan was voted the Sweet Heart of Sigma Chi at the University of New Mexico. She loved attending...

Joan Shelt Nelson

Joan Shelt Nelson

Sep 2, 2023

AIKEN, SC - Mrs. Joan Shelt Nelson, 92, passed away Saturday, September 2, 2023.

Arrangements will be announced by SHELLHOUSE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 924 HAYNE AVE., AIKEN, SC 29801.

Phyllis Temples DeBord

Phyllis Temples DeBord

Aug 29, 2023

 

PHYLLIS TEMPLES DeBORD, 62, went to be with her Heavenly Father, quickly in her sleep on August 29, 2023 following a long time illness.

A lifelong resident of Aiken County, Phyllis was a daughter of Betty Temples Thompson and the late Dan Temples.

In addition to her mother, she is survived by two children, Lauren Ashlee DeBord, Aiken, James...

Carol Beth Hurst

Carol Beth Hurst

Aug 29, 2023

AIKEN, SC - Carol Beth Hurst, 80, born in Fort Sam Houston, Texas near San Antonio, Texas, daughter of the late Darl Kenneth Hurst (Sr.) and the late Addie Mae Canter Hurst, passed away into the loving arms of God at 6:17 PM on August 29, 2023 at Anchor Rehabilitation Center after two lengthy surgeries and extended stays in the...

Paul E. Olney

Paul E. Olney

Aug 29, 2023

 

PAUL E. OLNEY, 81, beloved husband of Candice Edwards Olney, passed away Tuesday evening, August 29, 2023 in his home surrounded by his loving family.

Born in Meadville, PA, Paul was a son of the late Edward Neal and Doris Margaret Cain Olney.  He grew up in Straight, OK.  Paul was a proud veteran of the U. S. Army. ...

Larry Lee Parsons

Larry Lee Parsons

Aug 26, 2023

 

Larry Lee Parsons, 77, passed away Saturday, August 26, 2023 in his home.

Born in Portsmouth, VA, Larry was the son of the late Gerald Francis and Frances Becker Parsons.

He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Vickie and his sons Greg (wife Kelly) and Geoff (wife Kate).

Over his lifetime Larry loved his family, his dogs,...

Heber Truman Herron

Heber Truman Herron

Aug 26, 2023

 

     HEBER TRUMAN HERRON entered the gates of Heaven Saturday, August 26, 2023 in his home surrounded by his loving family at the early age of 78.     Heber was born in Aiken, SC on April 25, 1945 to the late John Frederick Marshall Herron and the late Nancy Elizabeth Higginbottom Herron.     He was formally known as “The Coca-Cola Man”...

Jack Roy Holton

Jack Roy Holton

Aug 26, 2023

Aiken – Mr. Jack Roy Holton, 95, passed away Saturday, August 26, 2023.

Jack was born in Soperton, GA, son of the late Glen and Hattie Sammons Holton.  He served in the Korean War with the US Navy and was very proud to have served for his country. He spent many hours helping to build up the local VFW 10601and was...

Kenneth Steven Robinson

Kenneth Steven Robinson

Aug 25, 2023

We are sad to announce the passing of Kenneth Steven Robinson, Aiken, South Carolina.  He passed at the age of 81 on August 25, 2023.  Ken passed away after a long battle with Interstitial Lung Disease. 

Ken was raised in Illinois and, after serving in the United States Air Force, lived in Indiana, Michigan, California, North Carolina, and South Carolina.  He...

Allan Arthur Schmidt

Allan Arthur Schmidt

Aug 24, 2023

 

ALLAN ARTHUR SCHMIDT, 82, beloved husband of Diane Dolejs Schmidt, passed away Thursday, August 24, 2023 in Aiken Regional Medical Center after a long and valiant fight with cancer.

Born in Chester, IL, Allan was a son of the late Walter E. and Clara Bewe Schmidt.  He grew up in Ida Grove, IA and served in the U.S. Navy...

Sallie Rankin Wise

Sallie Rankin Wise

Aug 23, 2023

 

SALLIE RANKIN WISE. 85, widow of George W. Wise, Sr., passed away Wednesday, August 23, 2023 at home with her loving family by her side.

A native of Wagener, SC, Sallie was a daughter of the late Paul and Sallie Whittle Rankin.  She was a lifelong resident of Aiken County, and worked for a number of years as a...

Patricia Joan Mercier Foster

Patricia Joan Mercier Foster

Aug 20, 2023

AIKEN, SC - Mrs. Patricia Joan "PJ" Mercier Foster, 83, beloved wife of Ralph Wayne Foster, passed away Sunday, August 20, 2023.

Born in Leominster, MA, PJ was the daughter of the late Ernest Anthony and Rita Scott Mercier. Professionally she held a number of administrative positions in Hi-Tech, Real Estate, and Banking. She owned and operated a company in...

Glenn Courtney Todd

Glenn Courtney Todd

Aug 19, 2023

Glenn Courtney Todd, 85, of Atlanta, Georgia, passed away August 19, 2023. Mrs. Todd was born in Aiken, South Carolina, the only child of the late Ida Tyler Courtney and Carroll Lofton Courtney. She is survived by her loving husband of almost 65 years, John Alan Todd, Sr.; her three children, John Alan Todd, Jr. (Krisana), Courtney Todd Nathanson (Barry),...

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