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Local Obituaries for Aiken South Carolina & Surrounding Areas.

Paulette Gale Peesmeester

Paulette Gale Peesmeester

Jan 23, 2022

AIKEN, SC – PAULETTE GALE PEESMEESTER, 76, beloved wife of Gerald C. Peesmeester, passed away Sunday, January 23, 2022 at Aiken Regional Medical Centers.

A native of Chicago, IL, Paulette was a daughter of the late Peter and Vivian Tipperreiter (Rosedahl).  She lived most of her life in the Chicago area before moving to the Cedar Creek Community in Aiken...

Louise Reiser Sanders

Louise Reiser Sanders

Jan 17, 2022



 

AIKEN, SC – LOUISE REISER SANDERS, 89, went to her heavenly home on Monday, January 17, 2022, where she was reunited with her loving husband of 51 years, Robert L. “Bob” Sanders.  She was affectionately known as “Weezie” by her friends and “Nanaw” to many others who loved her. 

     A native of El Paso, TX, Louise was...

Mary Frances Dyer-Rutland

Mary Frances Dyer-Rutland

Jan 17, 2022

PINEVILLE, NC - Mary Frances Rutland, 84, passed away on January 17, 2022. She was the daughter of William Herschel Dyer and Georgia Lee (Nance) Dyer Fuqua. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jerry Rutland and only sister, Shirley Faye (Dyer) Rogers, with whom she shared a very close relationship. She is survived by her 3 children, Kimberly...

William Lee Poe, Jr.

William Lee Poe, Jr.

Jan 17, 2022

AIKEN, SC - Mr. William "Lee" Poe, Jr., 94, beloved husband of Dorothy Logan “Dot” Poe, passed away peacefully Monday, January 17, 2022. Funeral services will be held 11:00 AM Friday, January 21, 2022 at St. John’s United Methodist Church with The Rev. Dr. W. Timothy McClendon and The Rev. Grayson “Butch” Blackwell officiating. The family will receive friends following...

Michael Wayne Mitchell

Michael Wayne Mitchell

Jan 17, 2022

Micheal Wayne Mitchell, 70, a retired teacher, resident and native of Aiken, SC, died of natural causes on January 17th, 2022. Mike is survived by his Aunt, Stella Woodward, his brother, Hal McGinnis; his sister-in-law, Lisa McGinnis and his niece, Natalie McGinnis as well as a large number of cousins. Mike was preceded in death by his partner Steve Wimberly....

Henry Lawrence McClain, Jr.

Henry Lawrence McClain, Jr.

Jan 15, 2022

New Ellenton, SC – Mr. Henry Lawrence McClain, Jr., 78, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, January 15, 2022, surrounded by family. Larry was born in Aiken, son of the late Henry Lawrence McClain, Sr. and Sabra Toole McClain. He was raised in New Ellenton and graduated from Aiken High School. He moved to Atlanta to work for Western...

Shirley French King

Shirley French King

Jan 15, 2022



 

AIKEN, SC – SHIRLEY JOY FRENCH KING, 74, widow of Robert D. “Bob” King, passed away Saturday, January 15, 2022 in her home with her sons by her side.

     A native of Elmhurst, IL, Shirley was a daughter of the late Miles and Margaret Prinzing French.  She attended Cedarville College and received her bachelor’s degree from Limestone University.  Shirley lived in...

Perry Battle

Perry Battle

Jan 14, 2022



 

Ridge Spring, SC - Perry Battle was born in Montmorenci, South Carolina on June 10, 1941, to the late P.J. and Ethel Battle.  He passed away suddenly on 14 January 2022 in Ridge Spring, S.C.   Perry leaves to grieve him, his loving wife Bridget Davis Battle; Sisters-in-law Joyce Davis, Columbia, S.C., and Angelin (Joseph) Butler, Ridge Springs, S.C.; 5...

Sally Campbell

Sally Campbell

Jan 14, 2022

Sarah “Sally” Campbell

AIKEN, SC – Sarah “Sally” Campbell, 80, passed away peacefully in her home in Aiken, SC, Friday, January 14, 2022 from complications of Covid-19.

Born in St. Louis, MO, Sally was a daughter of the late Ira Charles and Eunice Gregory Wilson.  She graduated from Moniteau High School in 1960.  She married John Campbell, July 16, 1960...

Lorine Temples Webster

Lorine Temples Webster

Jan 12, 2022

AIKEN, SC – LORINE TEMPLES WEBSTER, 87, widow of St. Clair “Web” Webster, passed away Wednesday, January 12, 2022 at University Hospital, Augusta, GA.

     A native and life-long resident of Aiken, Lorine was a daughter of the late Hubert and Lucille Day Temples.  She retired from Therm-O-Disc.  Lorine filled her life doing for others.  She was a member of...

Nidia Berta Pulles

Nidia Berta Pulles

Jan 12, 2022

AIKEN, SC – NIDIA BERTA PULLES, 94, passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, January 12, 2022 at her residence.

A native of Camaguey, Cuba, Nidia was a daughter of Juan Ramon Acevedo and Norberta Natalia Martinez.  She was a retired seamstress and moved to Aiken in 2010 from Miami, FL.

Survivors include two daughters, Renee Pulles, Aiken, Nidia Pulles-Linares, Staten Island, NY;...

Charles Dudley Harper

Charles Dudley Harper

Jan 11, 2022

AIKEN, SC – CHARLES DUDLEY HARPER, 79, husband of the late Judy Harper, passed away, Tuesday, January 11, 2022 at Aiken Regional Medical Centers.

A native of Edmonton, KY, Charles was a son of the late Ben and Louellan Jessee Harper.  He was a veteran of the United States Army during the Cold War.  He was an over the road...

Janice M. Falise

Janice M. Falise

Jan 11, 2022

AIKEN, SC – JANICE M. FALISE, 76, beloved wife of Ronald Falise, passed away Tuesday, January 11, 2022 at Aiken Regional Medical Centers.

     A native of Braddock, PA, Janice was a daughter of the late Andrew and Elizabeth Gamrat.  She moved to Aiken 32 years ago from Pittsburgh, PA and formerly worked at Kelly Services.  She was a communicant...

Yolanda Diaz Mireles

Yolanda Diaz Mireles

Jan 10, 2022

Windsor – Ms. Yolanda Diaz Mireles, 52, passed away Monday, January 10, 2022.   Yolanda was born in Zamora, Michoacan MX a daughter of Francisco Mireles and Lourdes Martinez. She was a Loyal servant of our Lord Jesus Christ. She helped out in the community by working at Acts of Aiken and Graniteville, Meggido Dream Station and anywhere she was...

Carolyn Marie Harrison

Carolyn Marie Harrison

Jan 10, 2022

RIDGE SPRING, SC - CAROLYN MARIE HARRISON, 62, beloved wife of Opie Lee Harrison, passed away Monday, January 10, 2022 at Aiken Regional Medical Centers.

A native of Fleming, KY, Carolyn was a daughter of the late Harold Dean and Linda Dingus Sexton.  She had lived in Aiken County since moving from Wisconsin in 1986.  Carolyn was a homemaker, but...

Loretta Jean Jordan

Loretta Jean Jordan

Jan 9, 2022

LORETTA “JEAN” JORDAN, 93, of Aiken, SC passed away peacefully on January 9, 2022. She was born in Mulberry Grove, IL on May 8, 1928 to parents Hazel and Ivan Merrill. Jean, her brother and parents later moved to East St. Louis IL where she eventually attended East St. Louis Senior High and the local community college. Following graduation, Jean...

Lela Collins Hunt

Lela Collins Hunt

Jan 9, 2022

AIKEN, SC – LELA COLLINS HUNT, 80, beloved wife of Ronald A. Hunt, passed away Sunday, January 9, 2022, at Aiken Regional Medical Centers. Lela was born on March 15th, 1941 in Pahokee, FL. She was a daughter of the late Major David and Susie Hall Collins. Lela began her career as a certified medical technologist in Albany, GA. She...

Harlene Starnes

Harlene Starnes

Jan 8, 2022



 

MARTINEZ, GA – HARLENE STARNES, 81, passed away Saturday, January 8, 2022 at her residence.

A native of Perry, SC, Harlene was a daughter of the late Harley V. and Maxine Sturkie Starnes.  She graduated from Pace University in New York City with an ADN degree and the University of South Carolina with a BSN.  Harlene was a...

Melanie Jane McDougal

Melanie Jane McDougal

Jan 6, 2022

AIKEN, SC - Melanie Jane McDougal, 54, entered into eternal rest on January 6, 2022. A lifelong resident of Aiken, SC. Melanie loved spending time with her daughter, grandsons, and her mom and dad on the family farm.

Melanie was always happiest out at the farm surrounded by animals which she loved so dearly. Melanie’s favorite pastime was riding horses...

Kevin Charles Fischer

Kevin Charles Fischer

Jan 6, 2022

KEVIN CHARLES FISCHER, 70, beloved husband of Marcia E. Fischer, passed away Thursday, January 6, 2022 at Aiken Regional Medical Centers.

A native of Grand Rapids, MI, Kevin was a son of the late Carl F. and Agnes May Wright Fischer.  He proudly served his country in the United States Navy, retiring from the Navy Reserves as Chief Petty Officer. ...

Local Obituaries for Aiken South Carolina & Surrounding Areas.

Paulette Gale Peesmeester

Paulette Gale Peesmeester

Jan 23, 2022

AIKEN, SC – PAULETTE GALE PEESMEESTER, 76, beloved wife of Gerald C. Peesmeester, passed away Sunday, January 23, 2022 at Aiken Regional Medical Centers.

A native of Chicago, IL, Paulette was a daughter of the late Peter and Vivian Tipperreiter (Rosedahl).  She lived most of her life in the Chicago area before moving to the Cedar Creek Community in Aiken...

Louise Reiser Sanders

Louise Reiser Sanders

Jan 17, 2022



 

AIKEN, SC – LOUISE REISER SANDERS, 89, went to her heavenly home on Monday, January 17, 2022, where she was reunited with her loving husband of 51 years, Robert L. “Bob” Sanders.  She was affectionately known as “Weezie” by her friends and “Nanaw” to many others who loved her. 

     A native of El Paso, TX, Louise was...

Mary Frances Dyer-Rutland

Mary Frances Dyer-Rutland

Jan 17, 2022

PINEVILLE, NC - Mary Frances Rutland, 84, passed away on January 17, 2022. She was the daughter of William Herschel Dyer and Georgia Lee (Nance) Dyer Fuqua. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jerry Rutland and only sister, Shirley Faye (Dyer) Rogers, with whom she shared a very close relationship. She is survived by her 3 children, Kimberly...

William Lee Poe, Jr.

William Lee Poe, Jr.

Jan 17, 2022

AIKEN, SC - Mr. William "Lee" Poe, Jr., 94, beloved husband of Dorothy Logan “Dot” Poe, passed away peacefully Monday, January 17, 2022. Funeral services will be held 11:00 AM Friday, January 21, 2022 at St. John’s United Methodist Church with The Rev. Dr. W. Timothy McClendon and The Rev. Grayson “Butch” Blackwell officiating. The family will receive friends following...

Michael Wayne Mitchell

Michael Wayne Mitchell

Jan 17, 2022

Micheal Wayne Mitchell, 70, a retired teacher, resident and native of Aiken, SC, died of natural causes on January 17th, 2022. Mike is survived by his Aunt, Stella Woodward, his brother, Hal McGinnis; his sister-in-law, Lisa McGinnis and his niece, Natalie McGinnis as well as a large number of cousins. Mike was preceded in death by his partner Steve Wimberly....

Henry Lawrence McClain, Jr.

Henry Lawrence McClain, Jr.

Jan 15, 2022

New Ellenton, SC – Mr. Henry Lawrence McClain, Jr., 78, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, January 15, 2022, surrounded by family. Larry was born in Aiken, son of the late Henry Lawrence McClain, Sr. and Sabra Toole McClain. He was raised in New Ellenton and graduated from Aiken High School. He moved to Atlanta to work for Western...

Shirley French King

Shirley French King

Jan 15, 2022



 

AIKEN, SC – SHIRLEY JOY FRENCH KING, 74, widow of Robert D. “Bob” King, passed away Saturday, January 15, 2022 in her home with her sons by her side.

     A native of Elmhurst, IL, Shirley was a daughter of the late Miles and Margaret Prinzing French.  She attended Cedarville College and received her bachelor’s degree from Limestone University.  Shirley lived in...

Perry Battle

Perry Battle

Jan 14, 2022



 

Ridge Spring, SC - Perry Battle was born in Montmorenci, South Carolina on June 10, 1941, to the late P.J. and Ethel Battle.  He passed away suddenly on 14 January 2022 in Ridge Spring, S.C.   Perry leaves to grieve him, his loving wife Bridget Davis Battle; Sisters-in-law Joyce Davis, Columbia, S.C., and Angelin (Joseph) Butler, Ridge Springs, S.C.; 5...

Sally Campbell

Sally Campbell

Jan 14, 2022

Sarah “Sally” Campbell

AIKEN, SC – Sarah “Sally” Campbell, 80, passed away peacefully in her home in Aiken, SC, Friday, January 14, 2022 from complications of Covid-19.

Born in St. Louis, MO, Sally was a daughter of the late Ira Charles and Eunice Gregory Wilson.  She graduated from Moniteau High School in 1960.  She married John Campbell, July 16, 1960...

Lorine Temples Webster

Lorine Temples Webster

Jan 12, 2022

AIKEN, SC – LORINE TEMPLES WEBSTER, 87, widow of St. Clair “Web” Webster, passed away Wednesday, January 12, 2022 at University Hospital, Augusta, GA.

     A native and life-long resident of Aiken, Lorine was a daughter of the late Hubert and Lucille Day Temples.  She retired from Therm-O-Disc.  Lorine filled her life doing for others.  She was a member of...

Nidia Berta Pulles

Nidia Berta Pulles

Jan 12, 2022

AIKEN, SC – NIDIA BERTA PULLES, 94, passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, January 12, 2022 at her residence.

A native of Camaguey, Cuba, Nidia was a daughter of Juan Ramon Acevedo and Norberta Natalia Martinez.  She was a retired seamstress and moved to Aiken in 2010 from Miami, FL.

Survivors include two daughters, Renee Pulles, Aiken, Nidia Pulles-Linares, Staten Island, NY;...

Charles Dudley Harper

Charles Dudley Harper

Jan 11, 2022

AIKEN, SC – CHARLES DUDLEY HARPER, 79, husband of the late Judy Harper, passed away, Tuesday, January 11, 2022 at Aiken Regional Medical Centers.

A native of Edmonton, KY, Charles was a son of the late Ben and Louellan Jessee Harper.  He was a veteran of the United States Army during the Cold War.  He was an over the road...

Janice M. Falise

Janice M. Falise

Jan 11, 2022

AIKEN, SC – JANICE M. FALISE, 76, beloved wife of Ronald Falise, passed away Tuesday, January 11, 2022 at Aiken Regional Medical Centers.

     A native of Braddock, PA, Janice was a daughter of the late Andrew and Elizabeth Gamrat.  She moved to Aiken 32 years ago from Pittsburgh, PA and formerly worked at Kelly Services.  She was a communicant...

Yolanda Diaz Mireles

Yolanda Diaz Mireles

Jan 10, 2022

Windsor – Ms. Yolanda Diaz Mireles, 52, passed away Monday, January 10, 2022.   Yolanda was born in Zamora, Michoacan MX a daughter of Francisco Mireles and Lourdes Martinez. She was a Loyal servant of our Lord Jesus Christ. She helped out in the community by working at Acts of Aiken and Graniteville, Meggido Dream Station and anywhere she was...

Carolyn Marie Harrison

Carolyn Marie Harrison

Jan 10, 2022

RIDGE SPRING, SC - CAROLYN MARIE HARRISON, 62, beloved wife of Opie Lee Harrison, passed away Monday, January 10, 2022 at Aiken Regional Medical Centers.

A native of Fleming, KY, Carolyn was a daughter of the late Harold Dean and Linda Dingus Sexton.  She had lived in Aiken County since moving from Wisconsin in 1986.  Carolyn was a homemaker, but...

Loretta Jean Jordan

Loretta Jean Jordan

Jan 9, 2022

LORETTA “JEAN” JORDAN, 93, of Aiken, SC passed away peacefully on January 9, 2022. She was born in Mulberry Grove, IL on May 8, 1928 to parents Hazel and Ivan Merrill. Jean, her brother and parents later moved to East St. Louis IL where she eventually attended East St. Louis Senior High and the local community college. Following graduation, Jean...

Lela Collins Hunt

Lela Collins Hunt

Jan 9, 2022

AIKEN, SC – LELA COLLINS HUNT, 80, beloved wife of Ronald A. Hunt, passed away Sunday, January 9, 2022, at Aiken Regional Medical Centers. Lela was born on March 15th, 1941 in Pahokee, FL. She was a daughter of the late Major David and Susie Hall Collins. Lela began her career as a certified medical technologist in Albany, GA. She...

Harlene Starnes

Harlene Starnes

Jan 8, 2022



 

MARTINEZ, GA – HARLENE STARNES, 81, passed away Saturday, January 8, 2022 at her residence.

A native of Perry, SC, Harlene was a daughter of the late Harley V. and Maxine Sturkie Starnes.  She graduated from Pace University in New York City with an ADN degree and the University of South Carolina with a BSN.  Harlene was a...

Melanie Jane McDougal

Melanie Jane McDougal

Jan 6, 2022

AIKEN, SC - Melanie Jane McDougal, 54, entered into eternal rest on January 6, 2022. A lifelong resident of Aiken, SC. Melanie loved spending time with her daughter, grandsons, and her mom and dad on the family farm.

Melanie was always happiest out at the farm surrounded by animals which she loved so dearly. Melanie’s favorite pastime was riding horses...

Kevin Charles Fischer

Kevin Charles Fischer

Jan 6, 2022

KEVIN CHARLES FISCHER, 70, beloved husband of Marcia E. Fischer, passed away Thursday, January 6, 2022 at Aiken Regional Medical Centers.

A native of Grand Rapids, MI, Kevin was a son of the late Carl F. and Agnes May Wright Fischer.  He proudly served his country in the United States Navy, retiring from the Navy Reserves as Chief Petty Officer. ...

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