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Local Obituaries for Aiken South Carolina & Surrounding Areas.

Claude Jackson Key

Claude Jackson Key

Dec 2, 2021

AIKEN, SC - CLAUDE JACKSON KEY, 87, beloved husband of Maria Gallos Key, passed away Thursday, December 2, 2021 at Aiken Regional Medical Centers.

A native of Aiken, Claude was a son of the late Viola and Jessie James Key.  He was a 4 year veteran of the U.S. Army, serving in Germany.  Claude then joined the U.S. Air Force,...

Lorrie Moss Tyson

Lorrie Moss Tyson

Dec 1, 2021

Calhoun Falls, SC - Lorrie Moss Tyson, was called home to our Lord on Wednesday, December 1st, 2021 surrounded by love ones. She was born on May 12, 1966 to Rev. Tommy and Joyce Moss of Aiken, SC. Sister Tyson, to all who knew her, was a caring individual who touched the lives of all who knew her.

She is...

Tommy Andrews Houston

Tommy Andrews Houston

Dec 1, 2021

AIKEN, SC - Tommy Andrews Houston, 72, of Aiken South Carolina, passed away peacefully on December 1, 2021, surrounded by his loving family.

     Tom was born on January 5, 1949 in Kinston, North Carolina to Kirby and Gertrude (Stiles) Houston. He graduated as salutatorian from Jones County High School in 1967. While in college at East Carolina University, he...

Patricia Komar Venetta

Patricia Komar Venetta

Nov 30, 2021

PATRICIA KOMAR VENETTA, passed away peacefully in Aiken, SC, on November 30, 2021 at the age of 90.

Patricia was born on July 22, 1931 to Mary (Garsig) and John A. Komar of Farrell, PA. She graduated from Farrell High School in 1949 and New Castle School of Nursing in 1952. She served in the United States Air Force...

Johnnie Mae Thomas

Johnnie Mae Thomas

Nov 26, 2021

AIKEN, SC – JOHNNIE MAE THOMAS, 75, widow of Turby F. “Boots” Thomas, passed away Friday, November 26, 2021 at her residence.

A native of Leighton, AL, Johnnie was a daughter of the late Ulysses and Lucille McCormack Cox.  She was a Christian and a homemaker and had lived in Aiken since 1987.

Surviving are her son, Turby F. “Zack”...

COL William Edward Clark

COL William Edward Clark

Nov 26, 2021

AIKEN, SC - Colonel William Edward Clark, 87, of Aiken, passed away at his residence on Friday, November 26, 2021.

Born in Prestonburg, KY, on November 15, 1934, he was the son of Emery E. Clark and Mae Davis Hill Clark.

In 1956 he graduated with a BA Degree in Music, and in 1959, he received his Master of Arts...

Bobby L. Matthews, Jr.

Bobby L. Matthews, Jr.

Nov 22, 2021

AIKEN, SC – BOBBY L. MATTHEWS, JR., beloved husband of Sandra Heath Matthews, passed away Monday, November 22, 2021 at Aiken Regional Medical Centers.

Born in Durham, NC, Bobby was a son of Bobby L. Matthews, Sr., and the late Margaret Elizabeth Hamlet Matthews.  He grew up and lived most of his life in Aiken.  He worked in commercial construction. ...

John Morton "Jack" Hunter, Jr.

John Morton "Jack" Hunter, Jr.

Nov 21, 2021

AIKEN, SC - Mr. John Morton “Jack” Hunter, Jr., 75, husband of Mary Stelling Hunter, passed away Sunday, November 21, 2021 after a battle with pancreatic cancer. Visitation will be held on Friday, December 3, 2021 from 5 to 7 pm at Shellhouse Funeral Home (924 Hayne Ave, Aiken SC 29801). A Memorial Service and Celebration of Life will be...

Danny F. Rinehart

Danny F. Rinehart

Nov 21, 2021

AIKEN, SC - Danny F. (Dan) Rinehart died Sunday, November 21, 2021 at home surrounded by family after a short battle with cancer. 

     Dan was born on July 9, 1946 in Madison, Wisconsin to Isom and Margaret Harris Rinehart Brethorst. He is survived by Elizabeth (Betsy) Rinehart, step-son Eric Martin (Tanya), step-daughter Keira Murphy (Gary), granddaughters Kendall Martin Thanos...

Rachel Elizabeth Redd

Rachel Elizabeth Redd

Nov 21, 2021

AIKEN, SC - RACHEL ELIZABETH REDD, 69, beloved wife of Terry J. Redd, passed away Sunday, November 21, 2021 at Anchor Rehab and Health Care Center.

     Born in Union, SC, Rachel was a daughter of the late Joe Rodger and Dorothy Vaughn Fant.  She lived most her life in Aiken.  She was a member of The Well.  Rachel taught Kindergarten at South...

Maurice "Bud" Manning Williams, Jr.

Maurice "Bud" Manning Williams, Jr.

Nov 21, 2021

Aiken, SC - Maurice "Bud" Manning Williams, Jr., 72, passed away Sunday, November 21, 2021. Bud was born in El Paso, TX, son of the late Lt. Col. (Ret.) Maurice Manning Williams, Sr. and Sarah McGoogan Williams. He moved to Aiken in 1963 when his father retired from the Army. He is survived by his beloved wife, Georgia Hill Williams;...

Charles Franklin McKenna

Charles Franklin McKenna

Nov 19, 2021

AIKEN, SC – CHARLES FRANKLIN McKENNA, 80, passed away peacefully Friday, November 19, 2021 on his 80thbirthday.

Born at home in Shreve, OH, Charles (Chuck) was a son of the late Herman and Clara Dunn McKenna.  He was a proud veteran of the United States Air Force.  Formerly of Point of Rocks, MD and Glengary, WV, Chuck retired from Giant Food in...

Dollie M. Dawson

Dollie M. Dawson

Nov 17, 2021

DOLLIE M. DAWSON, 91, widow of Francis N. Dawson, passed away Wednesday, November 17, 2021 at Circle of Life Hospice in Springdale, AR.

Survivors include her daughter, Patricia F. Dawson; two sons, Danny E. Dawson and Edward M. Dawson; two grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

Graveside services will be held in Post Cemetery, Ft. Sill, OK.

SHELLHOUSE - RIVERS FUNERAL HOME,...

Kristy Joelle Burnette

Kristy Joelle Burnette

Nov 15, 2021

AIKEN, SC – KRISTY JOELLE BURNETTE, 29, passed away unexpectedly Monday, November 15, 2021.

A native and life long resident of Aiken, Kristy was a daughter of Jenny McDougal Burnette and James Glen Burnette.  Kristy loved shooting guns, playing with swords, fishing with her kids and her nieces and nephews that called her “Aunt CoCo”, their crazy aunt.  She would...

Helen Ruth Marine

Helen Ruth Marine

Nov 15, 2021

Aiken – Helen Ruth Landsman Marine, 89, beloved and loving mother, wife, daughter and sister, passed away peacefully on Monday, November 15, 2021. She was surrounded by her children.

Helen was born April 7, 1932 in Brooklyn, NY, the daughter of the late George Maxwell and Grace Grossman Landsman. She spent her childhood in New York and Richmond, VA. After...

Tymexcina B. Ford

Tymexcina B. Ford

Nov 14, 2021

AIKEN, SC – TYMEXCINA B. FORD, 97, passed away Sunday, November 14, 2021 at PruittHealth of Aiken.

A native of Franklin, NC, Tymexcina was a daughter of the late Bettex and Leona Hinson Beeco.  She retired from Springs Mills as an inspector.

Survivors include a daughter, Ginger Thomas; two sons, Coleman Ergle, Ronald Ergle, all of Aiken; 9 grandchildren; 9...

Michael J Wargo

Michael J Wargo

Nov 12, 2021

Aiken - Mr. Michael J. Wargo, 83, passed away Friday, November 12, 2021. Funeral arrangements will be announced by SHELLHOUSE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 924 HAYNE AVE., AIKEN SC

Marilyn Ann Wilhelm

Marilyn Ann Wilhelm

Nov 11, 2021

AIKEN, SC - MARILYN ANN WILHELM, 75, widow of Christian Wilhelm, passed away Thursday, November 11, 2021, following a sudden illness.

A native of Round Lake, IL, Marilyn was a daughter of the late Irwin and Evelyn Krause Molidor.  She lived in Aiken since 2000 and retired from the bakery at Food Lion.  The last seven years, she took care...

Grover Gossett, Jr.

Grover Gossett, Jr.

Nov 10, 2021

Aiken – Mr. Grover Gossett, Jr., 92, passed away Wednesday, November 10, 2021.

Mr. Gossett was born in Clifton, SC, a son of the late Grover Cleveland Gossett and Nancy Elizabeth Willis Gossett.  He served in the US Army during the Korean War.  As a resident of Aiken since 1954, he worked at the Savannah River Plant for E. I....

James Norbert Boyle

James Norbert Boyle

Nov 7, 2021

James Norbert Boyle, age 95, of Aiken, South Carolina, died peacefully in his sleep on November 7, 2021. He is preceded in death by his wife of 70 years, Mary Adelaide Mack. Born on July 10, 1926, in Dubois, PA. he was the son of the late John Leroy Boyle & Lorena Myers Boyle of DuBois, PA. James was a...

Local Obituaries for Aiken South Carolina & Surrounding Areas.

Claude Jackson Key

Claude Jackson Key

Dec 2, 2021

AIKEN, SC - CLAUDE JACKSON KEY, 87, beloved husband of Maria Gallos Key, passed away Thursday, December 2, 2021 at Aiken Regional Medical Centers.

A native of Aiken, Claude was a son of the late Viola and Jessie James Key.  He was a 4 year veteran of the U.S. Army, serving in Germany.  Claude then joined the U.S. Air Force,...

Lorrie Moss Tyson

Lorrie Moss Tyson

Dec 1, 2021

Calhoun Falls, SC - Lorrie Moss Tyson, was called home to our Lord on Wednesday, December 1st, 2021 surrounded by love ones. She was born on May 12, 1966 to Rev. Tommy and Joyce Moss of Aiken, SC. Sister Tyson, to all who knew her, was a caring individual who touched the lives of all who knew her.

She is...

Tommy Andrews Houston

Tommy Andrews Houston

Dec 1, 2021

AIKEN, SC - Tommy Andrews Houston, 72, of Aiken South Carolina, passed away peacefully on December 1, 2021, surrounded by his loving family.

     Tom was born on January 5, 1949 in Kinston, North Carolina to Kirby and Gertrude (Stiles) Houston. He graduated as salutatorian from Jones County High School in 1967. While in college at East Carolina University, he...

Patricia Komar Venetta

Patricia Komar Venetta

Nov 30, 2021

PATRICIA KOMAR VENETTA, passed away peacefully in Aiken, SC, on November 30, 2021 at the age of 90.

Patricia was born on July 22, 1931 to Mary (Garsig) and John A. Komar of Farrell, PA. She graduated from Farrell High School in 1949 and New Castle School of Nursing in 1952. She served in the United States Air Force...

Johnnie Mae Thomas

Johnnie Mae Thomas

Nov 26, 2021

AIKEN, SC – JOHNNIE MAE THOMAS, 75, widow of Turby F. “Boots” Thomas, passed away Friday, November 26, 2021 at her residence.

A native of Leighton, AL, Johnnie was a daughter of the late Ulysses and Lucille McCormack Cox.  She was a Christian and a homemaker and had lived in Aiken since 1987.

Surviving are her son, Turby F. “Zack”...

COL William Edward Clark

COL William Edward Clark

Nov 26, 2021

AIKEN, SC - Colonel William Edward Clark, 87, of Aiken, passed away at his residence on Friday, November 26, 2021.

Born in Prestonburg, KY, on November 15, 1934, he was the son of Emery E. Clark and Mae Davis Hill Clark.

In 1956 he graduated with a BA Degree in Music, and in 1959, he received his Master of Arts...

Bobby L. Matthews, Jr.

Bobby L. Matthews, Jr.

Nov 22, 2021

AIKEN, SC – BOBBY L. MATTHEWS, JR., beloved husband of Sandra Heath Matthews, passed away Monday, November 22, 2021 at Aiken Regional Medical Centers.

Born in Durham, NC, Bobby was a son of Bobby L. Matthews, Sr., and the late Margaret Elizabeth Hamlet Matthews.  He grew up and lived most of his life in Aiken.  He worked in commercial construction. ...

John Morton "Jack" Hunter, Jr.

John Morton "Jack" Hunter, Jr.

Nov 21, 2021

AIKEN, SC - Mr. John Morton “Jack” Hunter, Jr., 75, husband of Mary Stelling Hunter, passed away Sunday, November 21, 2021 after a battle with pancreatic cancer. Visitation will be held on Friday, December 3, 2021 from 5 to 7 pm at Shellhouse Funeral Home (924 Hayne Ave, Aiken SC 29801). A Memorial Service and Celebration of Life will be...

Danny F. Rinehart

Danny F. Rinehart

Nov 21, 2021

AIKEN, SC - Danny F. (Dan) Rinehart died Sunday, November 21, 2021 at home surrounded by family after a short battle with cancer. 

     Dan was born on July 9, 1946 in Madison, Wisconsin to Isom and Margaret Harris Rinehart Brethorst. He is survived by Elizabeth (Betsy) Rinehart, step-son Eric Martin (Tanya), step-daughter Keira Murphy (Gary), granddaughters Kendall Martin Thanos...

Rachel Elizabeth Redd

Rachel Elizabeth Redd

Nov 21, 2021

AIKEN, SC - RACHEL ELIZABETH REDD, 69, beloved wife of Terry J. Redd, passed away Sunday, November 21, 2021 at Anchor Rehab and Health Care Center.

     Born in Union, SC, Rachel was a daughter of the late Joe Rodger and Dorothy Vaughn Fant.  She lived most her life in Aiken.  She was a member of The Well.  Rachel taught Kindergarten at South...

Maurice "Bud" Manning Williams, Jr.

Maurice "Bud" Manning Williams, Jr.

Nov 21, 2021

Aiken, SC - Maurice "Bud" Manning Williams, Jr., 72, passed away Sunday, November 21, 2021. Bud was born in El Paso, TX, son of the late Lt. Col. (Ret.) Maurice Manning Williams, Sr. and Sarah McGoogan Williams. He moved to Aiken in 1963 when his father retired from the Army. He is survived by his beloved wife, Georgia Hill Williams;...

Charles Franklin McKenna

Charles Franklin McKenna

Nov 19, 2021

AIKEN, SC – CHARLES FRANKLIN McKENNA, 80, passed away peacefully Friday, November 19, 2021 on his 80thbirthday.

Born at home in Shreve, OH, Charles (Chuck) was a son of the late Herman and Clara Dunn McKenna.  He was a proud veteran of the United States Air Force.  Formerly of Point of Rocks, MD and Glengary, WV, Chuck retired from Giant Food in...

Dollie M. Dawson

Dollie M. Dawson

Nov 17, 2021

DOLLIE M. DAWSON, 91, widow of Francis N. Dawson, passed away Wednesday, November 17, 2021 at Circle of Life Hospice in Springdale, AR.

Survivors include her daughter, Patricia F. Dawson; two sons, Danny E. Dawson and Edward M. Dawson; two grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

Graveside services will be held in Post Cemetery, Ft. Sill, OK.

SHELLHOUSE - RIVERS FUNERAL HOME,...

Kristy Joelle Burnette

Kristy Joelle Burnette

Nov 15, 2021

AIKEN, SC – KRISTY JOELLE BURNETTE, 29, passed away unexpectedly Monday, November 15, 2021.

A native and life long resident of Aiken, Kristy was a daughter of Jenny McDougal Burnette and James Glen Burnette.  Kristy loved shooting guns, playing with swords, fishing with her kids and her nieces and nephews that called her “Aunt CoCo”, their crazy aunt.  She would...

Helen Ruth Marine

Helen Ruth Marine

Nov 15, 2021

Aiken – Helen Ruth Landsman Marine, 89, beloved and loving mother, wife, daughter and sister, passed away peacefully on Monday, November 15, 2021. She was surrounded by her children.

Helen was born April 7, 1932 in Brooklyn, NY, the daughter of the late George Maxwell and Grace Grossman Landsman. She spent her childhood in New York and Richmond, VA. After...

Tymexcina B. Ford

Tymexcina B. Ford

Nov 14, 2021

AIKEN, SC – TYMEXCINA B. FORD, 97, passed away Sunday, November 14, 2021 at PruittHealth of Aiken.

A native of Franklin, NC, Tymexcina was a daughter of the late Bettex and Leona Hinson Beeco.  She retired from Springs Mills as an inspector.

Survivors include a daughter, Ginger Thomas; two sons, Coleman Ergle, Ronald Ergle, all of Aiken; 9 grandchildren; 9...

Michael J Wargo

Michael J Wargo

Nov 12, 2021

Aiken - Mr. Michael J. Wargo, 83, passed away Friday, November 12, 2021. Funeral arrangements will be announced by SHELLHOUSE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 924 HAYNE AVE., AIKEN SC

Marilyn Ann Wilhelm

Marilyn Ann Wilhelm

Nov 11, 2021

AIKEN, SC - MARILYN ANN WILHELM, 75, widow of Christian Wilhelm, passed away Thursday, November 11, 2021, following a sudden illness.

A native of Round Lake, IL, Marilyn was a daughter of the late Irwin and Evelyn Krause Molidor.  She lived in Aiken since 2000 and retired from the bakery at Food Lion.  The last seven years, she took care...

Grover Gossett, Jr.

Grover Gossett, Jr.

Nov 10, 2021

Aiken – Mr. Grover Gossett, Jr., 92, passed away Wednesday, November 10, 2021.

Mr. Gossett was born in Clifton, SC, a son of the late Grover Cleveland Gossett and Nancy Elizabeth Willis Gossett.  He served in the US Army during the Korean War.  As a resident of Aiken since 1954, he worked at the Savannah River Plant for E. I....

James Norbert Boyle

James Norbert Boyle

Nov 7, 2021

James Norbert Boyle, age 95, of Aiken, South Carolina, died peacefully in his sleep on November 7, 2021. He is preceded in death by his wife of 70 years, Mary Adelaide Mack. Born on July 10, 1926, in Dubois, PA. he was the son of the late John Leroy Boyle & Lorena Myers Boyle of DuBois, PA. James was a...

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