Recent Obituaries
Margaret Randall Harmon
Apr 26, 2025
Margaret Randall Harmon, 67, of Leesville, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 26, 2025. Born in Columbia, South Carolina, she was the daughter of the late Edward Carl and Elizabeth Trotter Randall. Margaret was employed by Lexington School District 1 for 35 years as a teacher. She was a devoted member of Summerland Church, where she directed the handbell choir,...
Robert H Wilkinson
Apr 25, 2025
Warrenville, SC – Robert H. Wilkinson, passed away at the age of 75. Born on June 13, 1949, in South Carolina, Robert remained a true son of the South, embracing the community and culture of his beloved state throughout his life. Robert was the last member of his immediate family. Arrangements have been entrusted to The Historic George Funeral...
Peggy O'Neal Duhamel
Apr 23, 2025
Peggy O'Neal Duhamel, 89, of Leesville, passed away on Wednesday, April 23, 2025. Born in Saluda, SC, she was a daughter of the late Cole Blease Hurt, Sr. and Christine Mitchell Hurt. She was married to the late Ronald Joseph Duhamel, Sr. Peggy was a member of First Baptist Church of Gilbert.
Surviving are her children, Joey Duhamel (Beverly) of Baskin,...
James "Henry" Lovette
Apr 18, 2025
James "Henry" Lovette, 36, of Butler, Indiana, passed away April 18, 2025. Born in Charleston, SC, on January 19, 1989, he was the son of James and Patricia Lovette. Henry graduated from Batesburg-Leesville High School in 2009. He had a passion for the Panther football team and was a devoted fan of Clemson football. Known for his friendly nature, he...
Terry W. Smith Sr.
Apr 18, 2025
Terry W. Smith, Sr.,70, of Leesville, passed away on Friday, April 18, 2025. Born in Columbia, SC, of the late Carl McConnell Smith, Jr. and Elizabeth Jones Smith. Terry was known for his hardworking nature and generous spirit. He was a talented handyman who enjoyed crafting, planting flowers, and staying busy with projects. He enjoyed having BBQs at his home...
Frances Elizabeth Zuchowski
Apr 15, 2025
Frances Elizabeth Zuchowski, beloved sister-in-law, aunt, and friend, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 15th, 2025, in Aiken, South Carolina, at the age of 83. Born on Sunday, July 27th, 1941, in Cleveland, Ohio, Frances led a life marked by devotion to family and a passionate commitment to her work and community.
Frances spent her career in...
Stephen Paul Muller
Apr 15, 2025
Stephen Paul Muller. passed away peacefully on April 15, 2025, at the age of 73 at the Barclay House in Aiken following an illness. A resident of Aiken, South Carolina, Stephen was known for his warm heart and unwavering dedication to his family and community.
Born on July 18, 1951, in Richland, Washington, Stephen was the son...
Robin Louise Rowe
Apr 14, 2025
Robin Louise Rowe, a beloved homemaker and dedicated family woman, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 14, 2025, at the age of 60. Born on November 26, 1964, in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Robin built a life filled with love and devotion to her family and community.
A resident of Warrenville, South Carolina, Robin will be lovingly remembered...
George Richard Heim
Apr 12, 2025
George Richard Heim, beloved husband, father, and friend, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 12th, 2025, at his residence in Aiken, South Carolina. Born on August 13th, 1939, in Newark, New Jersey, George lived a life filled with love, devotion, and passion. George graduated from Teterboro Aeronautical School in Teterboro, New Jersey, and proudly served his country as a member...
Gloria Evans Johnson
Apr 11, 2025
Gloria Evans Johnson, 69, of Saluda passed away peacefully on April 11, 2025, in her home. Born on November 13, 1955, she was a daughter of the late Davis Odell and Mary Lou Clark Harmon. Gloria made a significant impact in her work as a cashier, where she was known for her warm smile and kind heart. She was loved...
Jeffrey Lamar Archie
Apr 9, 2025
AUGUSTA, GA- Jeffrey Lamar Archie, Sr., affectionately known as “Jeff,” entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, April 9, 2025, at Piedmont Augusta Hospital. He was 57 years old.
Jeff was born on October 31, 1967, in Augusta, Georgia, to the late Roscrane and Catherine Archie. A proud Augusta native, he graduated from Glenn Hills High School and...
Cary Thomas Johnson
Apr 9, 2025
Cary Thomas Johnson, 77, of North Augusta, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 9, 2025. Born in Batesburg, SC, he was the son of the late Thomas E. and Lorna Joan Fleckney Johnson. A devoted member of Still Waters Baptist Church, Cary found great joy in singing in the choir and faithfully serving as a deacon.
Cary dedicated much of his...
Rebecca Jo Buff
Apr 6, 2025
Rebecca "Becky" Jo Buff, 69, of Gilbert, passed away on Sunday, April 6, 2025. Born in Columbia, SC, she was the daughter of the late Albert Finley and Pauline Goodman Meetze. Becky was married to the late Willie Buff. She loved her job as a breakfast cook at Tha Store in Gilbert, where she kept everyone on their toes. Known...
Alyssa Brown
Apr 4, 2025
Alyssa Marie Brown was born on September 24, 1993, to her mother, Rose Marie Brown. For 31 brief years Alyssa’s family was gifted with unconditional love and contagious smiles and laughs. Alyssa enjoyed spending time with her family, helping others, decorating for birthday parties, playing with the kids, cooking her cheesy mashed potatoes, fishing, coloring, and watching all kinds...
James Homer Burkett
Apr 2, 2025
James Homer Burkett, 76, of Batesburg, passed away on Wednesday, April 2, 2025. Born in Leesville, SC, he was the son of the late Claude S. and Vesta Rikard Burkett. Homer dedicated many years to working in maintenance at Michelin Tire Corporation US 5. A true jack of all trades, he was known for his resourcefulness and ability to fix...
Constance "Connie" Jarzmik
Mar 31, 2025
Connie Jarzmik, beloved wife, mother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 31, 2025, at the age of 72. Born on September 29, 1952, in Elmhurst, Illinois, Connie lived a life filled with warmth, kindness, and a deep commitment to her family and community.
Connie’s dedication and love to her family were unwavering, and she...
Herman Eugene Seigler
Mar 31, 2025
Herman Eugene Seigler, beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 31st, 2025, at the age of 76. A resident of Aiken, South Carolina, Herman was born in Aiken on Saturday, June 5th, 1948, to the late Earl Purvis and Bertha Erlene Seigler.
Prior to becoming the successful owner of his own well...
Kimberly Nicole Leon
Mar 31, 2025
Kimberly Nicole Leon, 52, of Batesburg-Leesville, passed away on Monday, March 31, 2025. She was born in Charleston, SC, to the late Harold Wesley and Doris Smith Waters. Kimberly was a free spirit who loved the open road as a truck driver. She had a soft spot for wind chimes and snow globes, and if you knew her, you knew...
Janice Faye Kostecki
Mar 30, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Janice Faye Kostecki, a beloved mother, sister, and grandmother. Janice peacefully departed this life on Sunday, March 30, 2025, at her residence in Aiken, South Carolina. She was 77 years old.
Janice was born on Thursday, October 2, 1947, in the quaint town of Old Mines,...
Jenny Lee Key
Mar 26, 2025
Jenny Lee Key, a beloved member of the Aiken community, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 26, 2025, at the age of 70. Born and raised in Aiken, SC, Jenny touched the lives of many through her warmth, kindness, and unwavering devotion to her family and faith.
A cherished homemaker, Jenny was proud to dedicate her life...

