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Local Obituaries for Aiken South Carolina & Surrounding Areas.
Andrew Holman West
Jul 11, 2024
Andrew H. West, affectionately known as Pete, peacefully passed away a few days after his 71st birthday, on July 11, 2024 in Aiken, SC. Pete had suffered from complications related to Dementia.
Pete was born in Worcester, Mass in 1953 and grew up with his four siblings Nancy Rowley (Sewell Rowley), Carol Wanstall (Donnie Wanstall), Doug West (Chris West), and Mary...
Sandra Bass Roe
Jul 10, 2024
Aiken - Mrs. Sandra Bass Roe, 83, passed away Wednesday, July 10, 2024, in the comfort of her home after a brief illness. Sandra was born in Shreveport, LA, the oldest of ten children of the late Cecil and Ada Mae Holden Bass. She married the late Glenn Alfred DuRant in 1957 and moved to his hometown of Lake City,...
Mildred Ellen Brunson
Jul 8, 2024
N. Augusta – Mrs. Mildred Ellen Edwards Hicks Brunson, 94, passed away Monday, July 8, 2024.
Mrs. Brunson was born in White Plains, GA, daughter of the late James Martin and Jewell Louise Ferguson Edwards. She had been a resident of the area since 1990, was an accounting clerk, and volunteered with the Aiken Hospital Auxiliary. She was a member of...
John Edward Burke
Jul 7, 2024
Aiken – Mr. John Edward Burke, 83, passed away Sunday, July 7, 2024.
John was born in Buffalo, NY, son of the late john William and Mary Gallagher Burke. He attended the University of Buffalo, and went on to be a Regional Manager in the insurance services industry. A loyal and longtime friend of Bill W, Jack was a blessed faithful...
Emma I. Gragg
Jul 3, 2024
Emma (Emmy) Irene Pauline Winkler Gragg, 97, of Trenton, SC was born on September 4, 1926 and passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on July 3, 2024. The family will receive visitors at Shellhouse Funeral Home, Inc, 924 Hayne Ave SW, Aiken, SC on Monday, July 8, 2024 at 10:00 AM with funeral service immediately following at...
Nona Mauzy
Jul 2, 2024
Nona Luetta Mauzy, 92, passed away peacefully at the Oaks of Aiken Assisted Living on July 2nd, 2024.
Nona was born in Weatherford, TX on May 23rd, 1932 to Jesse James Harlan and Ona Lee Grimes Harlan. She grew up in Texas until the family moved to Clayton, NM during her senior year of high school. After graduation she attended Highlands...
Geoffrey Dean-Smith
Jul 2, 2024
How does one begin to share a person’s life with meaningful words, especially one’s younger brother, namely Geoffrey Dean-Smith, someone who created adventure wherever he chose to go and be.
Born 25 September 1946 Stockport, England Geoffrey Dean-Smith said “Adios Amigos” on 2nd July 2024, surrounded by me, his sister, Pauline, & our family, who cared for and loved him. Particularly...
Joan N. Drips
Jun 30, 2024
Gilbert, SC – Ms. Joan N. Drips, 78, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 30, 2024, surrounded by her family.
Joan was born in Oswego, NY, the daughter of the late Doris Holcomb and John Nagelschmidt, as well as her late sister Donna Nagelschmidt and late brother John Nagelschmidt. She was a hardworking and loyal waitress for most of her life....
Robert Edward Popiel
Jun 30, 2024
ROBERT EDWARD POPIEL, 94, beloved husband of Jane Dorger Popiel, passed away Sunday evening, June 30, 2024 in his home.
A native of Somerville, MA, Bob was a son of the late Edward E. and Mary Maher Popiel. He was a graduate of Northeastern University and worked in the electronics industry. His career was in component manufacturing and development. Bob was...
Dr. Terrence Joseph Harris
Jun 28, 2024
DR. TERRENCE JOSEPH HARRIS, 89, beloved husband of Donna Lynn Domaracki Harris, passed away on Friday, June 28, 2024, at Aiken Regional Medical Centers with his loving family by his side.
A native of East Chicago, IN, Terry was a son of the late Joseph and Helen Poi Harris. Terry grew up in Pittsburgh, PA, graduating from Mt. Lebanon High School....
Gregory Estus Toole
Jun 27, 2024
GREGORY ESTUS TOOLE, 64, passed away unexpectedly Thursday, June 27, 2024.
A native and lifelong resident of Aiken County, Gregory was a son of Billie Jean Daniel Toole and the late Robert Ladson Toole. He was an automotive mechanic. Gregory enjoyed building cars and go karts for dirt track racing. He was an avid NASCAR fan and loved fishing on Clarks...
James “Doc” Honnell Odle
Jun 25, 2024
JAMES HONNELL ODLE "DOC", 75, beloved husband of Diane Yarbrough Odle, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, June 25, 2024 in his home.
A native of Alcorn County, MS, James was a son of the late James Vanderford and Ruby Nichols Odle. Tuscumbia Baptist Church was his home church.
Doc has made Aiken his home for the past 40 years. He worked as a...
Emma Jean Layton
Jun 22, 2024
EMMA JEAN LAYTON, 86, widow of Robert Earl (Bob) Layton, passed away Saturday, June 22, 2024 in Aiken Regional Medical Centers.
A native of Cincinnati, OH, Emma Jean was the daughter of the late Louis and Ethelene Pendygraft. She lived most of her life in Cincinnati where she graduated from Central Vocational High School. She worked for many years as an...
Christina Acacia Harding
Jun 19, 2024
Christina Harding, beloved daughter, sister, and friend, passed away on Wednesday, June 19th, at the age of 21. Christina was born on July 17, 2002, and was a bright light in the lives of all who knew her. She was preceded in death by her mom, Marsha Greene.
Christina is survived by her devoted dad, Chris Harding, and loving stepmom, Catherine...
Jean Bracey Meadows
Jun 17, 2024
Jean Bracey Meadows, 93, of Aiken died peacefully on Monday, June 17, 2024 at Trinity on Laurens surrounded by her family.
A celebration of life will be held at 11:00am, Thursday, June 27th at Aiken’s First Baptist Church. The family will receive friends 1 hour before the service. Burial will be private.
Ms. Meadows was born on March 11, 1931 in Robertson...
Barbara Alice (nee Maedge) Johnson
Jun 16, 2024
Barbara Alice (nee Maedge) Johnson, age 82, born on December 1, 1941 in Chicago, IL, and entered into rest on June 16, 2024 in her home. She resided in Aiken, SC. Since 1975. She and her husband also had lived in Illinois, Michigan, and Mississippi before moving to South Carolina.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Walter Jr. and...
Brenda Anne Alvey
Jun 16, 2024
Aiken – Mrs. Brenda Anne Alvey, 71, passed away Sunday, June 16, 2024. Brenda was born in Oak Ridge, TN, daughter of the late Harold E. and Frances W. Mercer Alvey.
She is survived by her daughter, Michelle Dilworth Wallace; granddaughters, Jessica Gunkler and Jordan Wallace; grandson, Devin Gunkler (Syra); great-grandchildren Lucius, Avery and Ellie; sister, Pam Harmon (Harry); nieces, Sandy...
William Frederick Mitchell
Jun 16, 2024
Aiken – Mr. William Frederick Mitchell, 75, passed away Sunday, June 16, 2024 at his home surrounded by family.
William was born in Chicago, IL, son of the late Elmer and Ruth Bordell. He is survived by his wife of 52 years Myong Mitchell, daughter Ann Owen, son James Mitchell and grandchildren Olivia, Alexis, Asia, Erika and Meika. William was a...
Neil Oscar Myers
Jun 14, 2024
AIKEN, SC - Mr. Neil Oscar Myers, 91, husband of Anne Nolen Myers, passed away Friday, June 14, 2024 at Aiken Regional Medical Centers.
Mr. Myers was born in Samson, AL to the late Oscar and Lennye Davis Myers. After graduating high school, Mr. Myers served in the Navy during the Korean War. Following his service, he attended the University of...
Charlotte Phelps Raymond Baxter
Jun 13, 2024
AIKEN, SC - Our Angel, Charlotte Phelps Raymond Baxter, gained her wings on June 13,2024, at the tender age of 96. She was born May 26, 1928 and spent her youth in Wilton, CT. She and her mother served as “spotters” from their home during the war; their mission was to look for enemy planes flying over Long Island Sound...
Local Obituaries for Aiken South Carolina & Surrounding Areas.
Andrew Holman West
Jul 11, 2024
Andrew H. West, affectionately known as Pete, peacefully passed away a few days after his 71st birthday, on July 11, 2024 in Aiken, SC. Pete had suffered from complications related to Dementia.
Pete was born in Worcester, Mass in 1953 and grew up with his four siblings Nancy Rowley (Sewell Rowley), Carol Wanstall (Donnie Wanstall), Doug West (Chris West), and Mary...
Sandra Bass Roe
Jul 10, 2024
Aiken - Mrs. Sandra Bass Roe, 83, passed away Wednesday, July 10, 2024, in the comfort of her home after a brief illness. Sandra was born in Shreveport, LA, the oldest of ten children of the late Cecil and Ada Mae Holden Bass. She married the late Glenn Alfred DuRant in 1957 and moved to his hometown of Lake City,...
Mildred Ellen Brunson
Jul 8, 2024
N. Augusta – Mrs. Mildred Ellen Edwards Hicks Brunson, 94, passed away Monday, July 8, 2024.
Mrs. Brunson was born in White Plains, GA, daughter of the late James Martin and Jewell Louise Ferguson Edwards. She had been a resident of the area since 1990, was an accounting clerk, and volunteered with the Aiken Hospital Auxiliary. She was a member of...
John Edward Burke
Jul 7, 2024
Aiken – Mr. John Edward Burke, 83, passed away Sunday, July 7, 2024.
John was born in Buffalo, NY, son of the late john William and Mary Gallagher Burke. He attended the University of Buffalo, and went on to be a Regional Manager in the insurance services industry. A loyal and longtime friend of Bill W, Jack was a blessed faithful...
Emma I. Gragg
Jul 3, 2024
Emma (Emmy) Irene Pauline Winkler Gragg, 97, of Trenton, SC was born on September 4, 1926 and passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on July 3, 2024. The family will receive visitors at Shellhouse Funeral Home, Inc, 924 Hayne Ave SW, Aiken, SC on Monday, July 8, 2024 at 10:00 AM with funeral service immediately following at...
Nona Mauzy
Jul 2, 2024
Nona Luetta Mauzy, 92, passed away peacefully at the Oaks of Aiken Assisted Living on July 2nd, 2024.
Nona was born in Weatherford, TX on May 23rd, 1932 to Jesse James Harlan and Ona Lee Grimes Harlan. She grew up in Texas until the family moved to Clayton, NM during her senior year of high school. After graduation she attended Highlands...
Geoffrey Dean-Smith
Jul 2, 2024
How does one begin to share a person’s life with meaningful words, especially one’s younger brother, namely Geoffrey Dean-Smith, someone who created adventure wherever he chose to go and be.
Born 25 September 1946 Stockport, England Geoffrey Dean-Smith said “Adios Amigos” on 2nd July 2024, surrounded by me, his sister, Pauline, & our family, who cared for and loved him. Particularly...
Joan N. Drips
Jun 30, 2024
Gilbert, SC – Ms. Joan N. Drips, 78, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 30, 2024, surrounded by her family.
Joan was born in Oswego, NY, the daughter of the late Doris Holcomb and John Nagelschmidt, as well as her late sister Donna Nagelschmidt and late brother John Nagelschmidt. She was a hardworking and loyal waitress for most of her life....
Robert Edward Popiel
Jun 30, 2024
ROBERT EDWARD POPIEL, 94, beloved husband of Jane Dorger Popiel, passed away Sunday evening, June 30, 2024 in his home.
A native of Somerville, MA, Bob was a son of the late Edward E. and Mary Maher Popiel. He was a graduate of Northeastern University and worked in the electronics industry. His career was in component manufacturing and development. Bob was...
Dr. Terrence Joseph Harris
Jun 28, 2024
DR. TERRENCE JOSEPH HARRIS, 89, beloved husband of Donna Lynn Domaracki Harris, passed away on Friday, June 28, 2024, at Aiken Regional Medical Centers with his loving family by his side.
A native of East Chicago, IN, Terry was a son of the late Joseph and Helen Poi Harris. Terry grew up in Pittsburgh, PA, graduating from Mt. Lebanon High School....
Gregory Estus Toole
Jun 27, 2024
GREGORY ESTUS TOOLE, 64, passed away unexpectedly Thursday, June 27, 2024.
A native and lifelong resident of Aiken County, Gregory was a son of Billie Jean Daniel Toole and the late Robert Ladson Toole. He was an automotive mechanic. Gregory enjoyed building cars and go karts for dirt track racing. He was an avid NASCAR fan and loved fishing on Clarks...
James “Doc” Honnell Odle
Jun 25, 2024
JAMES HONNELL ODLE "DOC", 75, beloved husband of Diane Yarbrough Odle, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, June 25, 2024 in his home.
A native of Alcorn County, MS, James was a son of the late James Vanderford and Ruby Nichols Odle. Tuscumbia Baptist Church was his home church.
Doc has made Aiken his home for the past 40 years. He worked as a...
Emma Jean Layton
Jun 22, 2024
EMMA JEAN LAYTON, 86, widow of Robert Earl (Bob) Layton, passed away Saturday, June 22, 2024 in Aiken Regional Medical Centers.
A native of Cincinnati, OH, Emma Jean was the daughter of the late Louis and Ethelene Pendygraft. She lived most of her life in Cincinnati where she graduated from Central Vocational High School. She worked for many years as an...
Christina Acacia Harding
Jun 19, 2024
Christina Harding, beloved daughter, sister, and friend, passed away on Wednesday, June 19th, at the age of 21. Christina was born on July 17, 2002, and was a bright light in the lives of all who knew her. She was preceded in death by her mom, Marsha Greene.
Christina is survived by her devoted dad, Chris Harding, and loving stepmom, Catherine...
Jean Bracey Meadows
Jun 17, 2024
Jean Bracey Meadows, 93, of Aiken died peacefully on Monday, June 17, 2024 at Trinity on Laurens surrounded by her family.
A celebration of life will be held at 11:00am, Thursday, June 27th at Aiken’s First Baptist Church. The family will receive friends 1 hour before the service. Burial will be private.
Ms. Meadows was born on March 11, 1931 in Robertson...
Barbara Alice (nee Maedge) Johnson
Jun 16, 2024
Barbara Alice (nee Maedge) Johnson, age 82, born on December 1, 1941 in Chicago, IL, and entered into rest on June 16, 2024 in her home. She resided in Aiken, SC. Since 1975. She and her husband also had lived in Illinois, Michigan, and Mississippi before moving to South Carolina.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Walter Jr. and...
Brenda Anne Alvey
Jun 16, 2024
Aiken – Mrs. Brenda Anne Alvey, 71, passed away Sunday, June 16, 2024. Brenda was born in Oak Ridge, TN, daughter of the late Harold E. and Frances W. Mercer Alvey.
She is survived by her daughter, Michelle Dilworth Wallace; granddaughters, Jessica Gunkler and Jordan Wallace; grandson, Devin Gunkler (Syra); great-grandchildren Lucius, Avery and Ellie; sister, Pam Harmon (Harry); nieces, Sandy...
William Frederick Mitchell
Jun 16, 2024
Aiken – Mr. William Frederick Mitchell, 75, passed away Sunday, June 16, 2024 at his home surrounded by family.
William was born in Chicago, IL, son of the late Elmer and Ruth Bordell. He is survived by his wife of 52 years Myong Mitchell, daughter Ann Owen, son James Mitchell and grandchildren Olivia, Alexis, Asia, Erika and Meika. William was a...
Neil Oscar Myers
Jun 14, 2024
AIKEN, SC - Mr. Neil Oscar Myers, 91, husband of Anne Nolen Myers, passed away Friday, June 14, 2024 at Aiken Regional Medical Centers.
Mr. Myers was born in Samson, AL to the late Oscar and Lennye Davis Myers. After graduating high school, Mr. Myers served in the Navy during the Korean War. Following his service, he attended the University of...
Charlotte Phelps Raymond Baxter
Jun 13, 2024
AIKEN, SC - Our Angel, Charlotte Phelps Raymond Baxter, gained her wings on June 13,2024, at the tender age of 96. She was born May 26, 1928 and spent her youth in Wilton, CT. She and her mother served as “spotters” from their home during the war; their mission was to look for enemy planes flying over Long Island Sound...
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