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Local Obituaries for Aiken South Carolina & Surrounding Areas.

Laticia Kitchings Mason

Laticia Kitchings Mason

Nov 7, 2024

LATICIA KITCHINGS MASON, 84, passed away Thursday, November 7, 2024 in Aiken Regional Medical Centers with her loving family by her side.

A native and lifelong resident of Aiken, Laticia was a daughter of the late Sidney and Mamie Watkins Kitchings. She will be fondly remembered for her dedication and hard work, particularly during her time at Pat’s Restaurant alongside her...

Christine McNeely Caldwell

Christine McNeely Caldwell

Nov 6, 2024

Christine McNeely “Chris” Caldwell, 61, passed away, Wednesday, November 6, 2024.

Chris was born February 13, 1963, in Greenville, SC, to the late Robert Paul McNeely and Adris Hume McNeely. She was the wife of Thomas “Tommy” Caldwell.

Chris was a witty, loving, generous, and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. She was a beautiful and faithful daughter of our Savior...

John Thurston

John Thurston

Nov 6, 2024

John Kevin Thurston, 61, passed away Wednesday, November 6, 2024. 

John was born in Aiken, SC, and worked for Tri-Development of Aiken County.  He was loved by all of his friends and the staff of Tri-Development.

A visitation will be held from 2:00-3:00 PM, and the funeral service will follow at 3:00 PM Monday, November 11, 2024, in the Shellhouse Funeral Home...

Dorothy Anne Newton

Dorothy Anne Newton

Nov 4, 2024

AIKEN, SC - Mrs. Dorothy Anne Newton, 88, passed away Monday, November 4, 2024. 

She was born in Washington, DC to the late Edward Alton Debow and V. Geraldine Armstrong. Dorothy was a 1954 graduate of St. Cecilia's Academy in Washington, DC, and subsequently attended St. Agnes Hospital School of Nursing in Baltimore, MD. After raising her children she returned to...

Michael Stephen "Mike" Crain

Michael Stephen "Mike" Crain

Nov 3, 2024

MICHAEL STEPHEN CRAIN, 71, passed away Sunday, November 3, 2024 in his home.

A native of Greenville, SC, Mike was the son of the late Rev. John Dean Crain and Julia Vaughn Crain. Mike was a lifelong lover of nature, he found joy in hunting and fishing. Additionally, he was an ardent fan of NASCAR and NHRA.

Surviving are his daughter and...

Diana Matthews Floyd

Diana Matthews Floyd

Nov 2, 2024

Aiken – Diana Matthews Floyd, 61, passed away Saturday, November 2, 2024.

Diana was born in Kingstree, SC and raised in Florence, SC. She is the daughter of Harry Milton Matthews and Kay Huggins Matthews of Aiken. She was a registered nurse, having received her BSN from the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston. As a healthcare professional, she worked...

Mary Joyce Brock

Mary Joyce Brock

Oct 30, 2024

NEW ELLENTON, SC - Mrs. Mary “Joyce” Brock, 91, widow of the late Boyce Thomas Brock, passed away Wednesday, October 30, 2024.

She was the daughter of the late Elmer Frady and Stella E. Stanton Frady. Joyce was born in Sanford, NC in 1933. She had three sisters and one brother, all of whom have since passed. Joyce married her husband...

William Bright Griffin

William Bright Griffin

Oct 29, 2024

WILLIAM BRIGHT GRIFFIN, 78, beloved husband of Janet Davis Griffin, passed away Tuesday, October 29, 2024 in Lexington Medical Center.

A native of Durham, NC, Bill was a son of the late Henry and Nancy Pickett Griffin. He was a graduate of North Carolina State University. Bill retired from SRNS at the Savannah River Site.. 

Bill was deeply devoted to his family...

Allison Weeks

Allison Weeks

Oct 28, 2024

ALLISON WEEKS, 59, passed away Monday evening, October 28, 2024 in her home due to complications from pneumonia. 

A native of Aiken, Allison was the daughter of Harry Odell “Spooky” Weeks, Jr. and Frances Freed “Fran” Weeks. She was a member of the 2nd graduating class of South Aiken High School. In 1987, she graduated Magna Cum Laude from Clemson University...

Evelyn Buckner Bland

Evelyn Buckner Bland

Oct 25, 2024

Mrs. Evelyn Buckner Bland, 96, passed away peacefully in her sleep early Friday, October 25, 2024. She was at home at the time of her passing. She was a member of Millbrook Baptist Church for over 60 years and a member of The Sunshine Ladies Club. She enjoyed her fellowship with them up to the time of her passing. She...

Amanda Lesley King

Amanda Lesley King

Oct 25, 2024

BEECH ISLAND, SC - Amanda Lesley King, 58, passed away Friday, October 25, 2024.

Amanda Lesley King adored ponies, horses, and all animals from an early age. She rode throughout her youth in the New Forest in the county of Hampshire, United Kingdom, where she had a succession of ponies: Dolphin, Rivers, and Final. Amanda’s passion for horses led her to...

Roy Lonzo Gibbs

Roy Lonzo Gibbs

Oct 23, 2024

Roy Lonzo Gibbs died on October 23, 2024, at home in Aiken, South Carolina, at 88 years old.Those who crossed paths with Lonzo met a man with a twinkle in his eyes, abiding faith in his heart and deep love in his soul for his beloved wife, Margaret Louise Dotson. Their enduring 66-year love for one another began when they...

Winifred Watson Bruce

Winifred Watson Bruce

Oct 23, 2024

Winifred Watson Bruce, 102, of Aiken and formerly of Enoree, went home to be with the Lord, Wednesday, October 23, 2024, at Anchor Post Acute Care.

 She was born June 9, 1922, in Anderson County to the late Verner T. Watson and Mamie Stansell Watson and was the widow of Douglas W. Bruce. Mrs. Bruce was a graduate of Draughon Business...

Claire Steed Norton

Claire Steed Norton

Oct 22, 2024

CLAIRE STEED NORTON, 87, beloved wife of Edwin Ray Norton, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, October 22, 2024, in her home.

Claire was born on November 30, 1936 to Eugene “Doc” Steed and Eunice Elma McClain Steed. A true native of Aiken County, Claire grew up in Old Ellenton, later living in Jackson and Aiken. In addition to a successful career at...

Stephen Michael Mead

Stephen Michael Mead

Oct 21, 2024

STEPHEN MICHAEL MEAD, 83, husband of the late Judy Little Mead, entered into the presence of the Lord, Monday, October 21, 2024.

A native of Lake City, IA, Steve was a son of the late Robert and Annie Mead. He grew up on a pig farm and later attended Iowa State University. 

In 1963, he enlisted in the United States Marine Corps...

Janice Willis Chuey

Janice Willis Chuey

Oct 21, 2024

JANICE WILLIS CHUEY, 84, beloved wife of Robert H. Chuey, passed away Monday, October 21, 2024 in Aiken Regional Medical Center. A native of Kingsport, TN, Janice was the daughter of the late Arthur Thomas and Mary Harmon Willis.

Janice was the epitome of dignity, class and strength while often providing unexpected hilarious comments. She loved golf, especially playing with Bob...

Frederick J. Hryniewich

Frederick J. Hryniewich

Oct 21, 2024

AIKEN, SC – FREDERICK JOHN HRYNIEWICH, 93, died peacefully on Monday, October 21, 2024. A native of Cambridge, MA, Frederick was a son of the late Joseph and Kazmiera Uskiewicz Hryniewich. 

Fred was the beloved husband of the late Edna Louise (Harnum) Hryniewich. They were married 65 years. They raised their family in Acton, MA prior to moving to Aiken 19...

Buford L. Connelly, Sr.

Buford L. Connelly, Sr.

Oct 20, 2024

Buford Lee Connelly, Sr. passed away at the age of 90 on October 20, 2024.

Buford was born in Newberry, SC on January 19, 1934 to the late Jesse Pope Connelly and Susie Buford Connelly. The last of six children, he was very close to his family.

He is survived by his loving wife of 63 years Janelle Connelly, his sons Buford...

Joseph Carl Shields

Joseph Carl Shields

Oct 20, 2024

AIKEN, SC - Commander Joseph Carl Shields, (US Navy Ret.), 87, passed away Sunday, October 20, 2024.

He was born October 18, 1937 in Hannibal, MO to the late Joseph and Mary Shields. Joe is survived by the love of his life, and wife of 46 years, Gail Shields, and his children; Lisa Cox, Wendy Hilliard, Carla DeLa Bruere, Andrea Goryl...

Darrel Douglas Walker

Darrel Douglas Walker

Oct 19, 2024

Darrel Douglas Walker, 76, passed away Saturday, October 19, 2024

Darrel was born December 3, 1947, in Bayreuth, Germany, the son of the late Lt. Col. Donald Douglas Walker and Betty Barnard Walker of Moraga, CA. He is survived by his sister, Anne Walker of Fairfield, CA, and his niece, Erin Anderson-Walker, of Mountain View, CA. He was preceded in death...

Local Obituaries for Aiken South Carolina & Surrounding Areas.

Laticia Kitchings Mason

Laticia Kitchings Mason

Nov 7, 2024

LATICIA KITCHINGS MASON, 84, passed away Thursday, November 7, 2024 in Aiken Regional Medical Centers with her loving family by her side.

A native and lifelong resident of Aiken, Laticia was a daughter of the late Sidney and Mamie Watkins Kitchings. She will be fondly remembered for her dedication and hard work, particularly during her time at Pat’s Restaurant alongside her...

Christine McNeely Caldwell

Christine McNeely Caldwell

Nov 6, 2024

Christine McNeely “Chris” Caldwell, 61, passed away, Wednesday, November 6, 2024.

Chris was born February 13, 1963, in Greenville, SC, to the late Robert Paul McNeely and Adris Hume McNeely. She was the wife of Thomas “Tommy” Caldwell.

Chris was a witty, loving, generous, and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. She was a beautiful and faithful daughter of our Savior...

John Thurston

John Thurston

Nov 6, 2024

John Kevin Thurston, 61, passed away Wednesday, November 6, 2024. 

John was born in Aiken, SC, and worked for Tri-Development of Aiken County.  He was loved by all of his friends and the staff of Tri-Development.

A visitation will be held from 2:00-3:00 PM, and the funeral service will follow at 3:00 PM Monday, November 11, 2024, in the Shellhouse Funeral Home...

Dorothy Anne Newton

Dorothy Anne Newton

Nov 4, 2024

AIKEN, SC - Mrs. Dorothy Anne Newton, 88, passed away Monday, November 4, 2024. 

She was born in Washington, DC to the late Edward Alton Debow and V. Geraldine Armstrong. Dorothy was a 1954 graduate of St. Cecilia's Academy in Washington, DC, and subsequently attended St. Agnes Hospital School of Nursing in Baltimore, MD. After raising her children she returned to...

Michael Stephen "Mike" Crain

Michael Stephen "Mike" Crain

Nov 3, 2024

MICHAEL STEPHEN CRAIN, 71, passed away Sunday, November 3, 2024 in his home.

A native of Greenville, SC, Mike was the son of the late Rev. John Dean Crain and Julia Vaughn Crain. Mike was a lifelong lover of nature, he found joy in hunting and fishing. Additionally, he was an ardent fan of NASCAR and NHRA.

Surviving are his daughter and...

Diana Matthews Floyd

Diana Matthews Floyd

Nov 2, 2024

Aiken – Diana Matthews Floyd, 61, passed away Saturday, November 2, 2024.

Diana was born in Kingstree, SC and raised in Florence, SC. She is the daughter of Harry Milton Matthews and Kay Huggins Matthews of Aiken. She was a registered nurse, having received her BSN from the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston. As a healthcare professional, she worked...

Mary Joyce Brock

Mary Joyce Brock

Oct 30, 2024

NEW ELLENTON, SC - Mrs. Mary “Joyce” Brock, 91, widow of the late Boyce Thomas Brock, passed away Wednesday, October 30, 2024.

She was the daughter of the late Elmer Frady and Stella E. Stanton Frady. Joyce was born in Sanford, NC in 1933. She had three sisters and one brother, all of whom have since passed. Joyce married her husband...

William Bright Griffin

William Bright Griffin

Oct 29, 2024

WILLIAM BRIGHT GRIFFIN, 78, beloved husband of Janet Davis Griffin, passed away Tuesday, October 29, 2024 in Lexington Medical Center.

A native of Durham, NC, Bill was a son of the late Henry and Nancy Pickett Griffin. He was a graduate of North Carolina State University. Bill retired from SRNS at the Savannah River Site.. 

Bill was deeply devoted to his family...

Allison Weeks

Allison Weeks

Oct 28, 2024

ALLISON WEEKS, 59, passed away Monday evening, October 28, 2024 in her home due to complications from pneumonia. 

A native of Aiken, Allison was the daughter of Harry Odell “Spooky” Weeks, Jr. and Frances Freed “Fran” Weeks. She was a member of the 2nd graduating class of South Aiken High School. In 1987, she graduated Magna Cum Laude from Clemson University...

Evelyn Buckner Bland

Evelyn Buckner Bland

Oct 25, 2024

Mrs. Evelyn Buckner Bland, 96, passed away peacefully in her sleep early Friday, October 25, 2024. She was at home at the time of her passing. She was a member of Millbrook Baptist Church for over 60 years and a member of The Sunshine Ladies Club. She enjoyed her fellowship with them up to the time of her passing. She...

Amanda Lesley King

Amanda Lesley King

Oct 25, 2024

BEECH ISLAND, SC - Amanda Lesley King, 58, passed away Friday, October 25, 2024.

Amanda Lesley King adored ponies, horses, and all animals from an early age. She rode throughout her youth in the New Forest in the county of Hampshire, United Kingdom, where she had a succession of ponies: Dolphin, Rivers, and Final. Amanda’s passion for horses led her to...

Roy Lonzo Gibbs

Roy Lonzo Gibbs

Oct 23, 2024

Roy Lonzo Gibbs died on October 23, 2024, at home in Aiken, South Carolina, at 88 years old.Those who crossed paths with Lonzo met a man with a twinkle in his eyes, abiding faith in his heart and deep love in his soul for his beloved wife, Margaret Louise Dotson. Their enduring 66-year love for one another began when they...

Winifred Watson Bruce

Winifred Watson Bruce

Oct 23, 2024

Winifred Watson Bruce, 102, of Aiken and formerly of Enoree, went home to be with the Lord, Wednesday, October 23, 2024, at Anchor Post Acute Care.

 She was born June 9, 1922, in Anderson County to the late Verner T. Watson and Mamie Stansell Watson and was the widow of Douglas W. Bruce. Mrs. Bruce was a graduate of Draughon Business...

Claire Steed Norton

Claire Steed Norton

Oct 22, 2024

CLAIRE STEED NORTON, 87, beloved wife of Edwin Ray Norton, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, October 22, 2024, in her home.

Claire was born on November 30, 1936 to Eugene “Doc” Steed and Eunice Elma McClain Steed. A true native of Aiken County, Claire grew up in Old Ellenton, later living in Jackson and Aiken. In addition to a successful career at...

Stephen Michael Mead

Stephen Michael Mead

Oct 21, 2024

STEPHEN MICHAEL MEAD, 83, husband of the late Judy Little Mead, entered into the presence of the Lord, Monday, October 21, 2024.

A native of Lake City, IA, Steve was a son of the late Robert and Annie Mead. He grew up on a pig farm and later attended Iowa State University. 

In 1963, he enlisted in the United States Marine Corps...

Janice Willis Chuey

Janice Willis Chuey

Oct 21, 2024

JANICE WILLIS CHUEY, 84, beloved wife of Robert H. Chuey, passed away Monday, October 21, 2024 in Aiken Regional Medical Center. A native of Kingsport, TN, Janice was the daughter of the late Arthur Thomas and Mary Harmon Willis.

Janice was the epitome of dignity, class and strength while often providing unexpected hilarious comments. She loved golf, especially playing with Bob...

Frederick J. Hryniewich

Frederick J. Hryniewich

Oct 21, 2024

AIKEN, SC – FREDERICK JOHN HRYNIEWICH, 93, died peacefully on Monday, October 21, 2024. A native of Cambridge, MA, Frederick was a son of the late Joseph and Kazmiera Uskiewicz Hryniewich. 

Fred was the beloved husband of the late Edna Louise (Harnum) Hryniewich. They were married 65 years. They raised their family in Acton, MA prior to moving to Aiken 19...

Buford L. Connelly, Sr.

Buford L. Connelly, Sr.

Oct 20, 2024

Buford Lee Connelly, Sr. passed away at the age of 90 on October 20, 2024.

Buford was born in Newberry, SC on January 19, 1934 to the late Jesse Pope Connelly and Susie Buford Connelly. The last of six children, he was very close to his family.

He is survived by his loving wife of 63 years Janelle Connelly, his sons Buford...

Joseph Carl Shields

Joseph Carl Shields

Oct 20, 2024

AIKEN, SC - Commander Joseph Carl Shields, (US Navy Ret.), 87, passed away Sunday, October 20, 2024.

He was born October 18, 1937 in Hannibal, MO to the late Joseph and Mary Shields. Joe is survived by the love of his life, and wife of 46 years, Gail Shields, and his children; Lisa Cox, Wendy Hilliard, Carla DeLa Bruere, Andrea Goryl...

Darrel Douglas Walker

Darrel Douglas Walker

Oct 19, 2024

Darrel Douglas Walker, 76, passed away Saturday, October 19, 2024

Darrel was born December 3, 1947, in Bayreuth, Germany, the son of the late Lt. Col. Donald Douglas Walker and Betty Barnard Walker of Moraga, CA. He is survived by his sister, Anne Walker of Fairfield, CA, and his niece, Erin Anderson-Walker, of Mountain View, CA. He was preceded in death...

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