Recent Obituaries

Mar 26, 2025

Lawson L. "Corky" Grubbs, Jr., 69, of Lexington, passed away Wednesday, March 26, 2025, following a brief illness. Born on January 9, 1956, in Chicago, Illinois, he was the son of the late Elaine Huber and Lawson L. Grubbs, Sr. He worked as a pastry chef for over 20 years and served in the United States Marine Corps. He was...

Mar 25, 2025

Sally H. Grice, 66, of Aiken, passed away peacefully on March 25, 2025. Born in Aiken, SC on December 30, 1958, she was a daughter of the late Elliott P. and Ruth Foster Houser. Sally was a devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, who prioritized her family above all else. Sally was known for her extensive volunteering, committing her life to...

Mar 25, 2025

Faye L. Smith, 80, of Leesville, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 25, 2025. Born in Moncks Corner, SC, she was the daughter of the late Jesse Arnold and Olene Owens Lawhorn. She was the beloved wife of the late Travis Woodrow Smith.

Faye had a deep love for sewing and gardening, always finding joy in creating and nurturing beauty around...

Mar 24, 2025

Harrison Gulden “Tony” Ayers, 92, of Anderson, SC, passed away on Monday, March 24, 2025, at AnMed Health Medical Center following an illness. Born on March 25, 1932, in Hartwell, GA, Tony was the son of the late Ansel Kay Ayers and Nana Mae Osborne Ayers Clark Smith. A proud United States Army veteran, Tony served during the Korean Conflict....

Mar 24, 2025

Thomas Alfred Truppi Sr., 82, of Batesburg, SC, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 24th, 2025, at his home surrounded by his loving family. Born on Friday, October 23rd, 1942, in Providence, Rhode Island, Thomas lived a life by dedication to his family, work, and community. Thomas lived a life filled with love, laughter, and service. He was a devoted...

Mar 24, 2025

Patricia A. "Pat" Thrush, 83, of Leesville, passed away on Monday, March 23, 2025. Born in Washington, GA, she was a daughter of the late Lloyd and Juanita Johnson Marshall. Pat enjoyed listening to Elvis Presley, cheering on the Carolina Gamecocks, and a love for watching Dale Earnhardt race.

She is survived by her children, Andy Burgess (Candi), Lee Burgess (Trisha),...

Mar 23, 2025

Theodore T. Correa, 100, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 23, 2025. Funeral plans are incomplete.

Mar 23, 2025

Tracy Capers Gunter, Jr., 84, followed his late wife, Wynette Gunter home on Sunday, March 23, 2025. Tracy was a devoted husband of 62 years, loving father, doting grandfather and a servant of Jesus Christ each day. He lived his life rooted in God’s word and eagerly shared it with those he met along the way. Along with his wife,...

Mar 19, 2025

Jerry Wayne Evatt, 87, beloved husband of Margaret "Marge" Evatt passed away Wednesday, March 19, 2025, at Aiken Regional Medical Center following an illness.

Funeral arrangements are incomplete at this time and will be announced by The Historic George Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 211 Park Ave SW, Aiken, SC 29801 (803) 649-6234.

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Mar 17, 2025

Richard Percy Marvel, a beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 17, 2025, just shy of his 89th birthday.

A resident of Aiken, South Carolina, Richard was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on March 22, 1936, to the late Percy and Agnes Marvel.

Richard was a proud alumnus of Haverford High School,...

Mar 17, 2025

Bobby Dianne Connelly, 73, peacefully entered into eternity on March 17, 2025. She was born on December 21, 1951, in Aiken County to the late Robert Henry Hendrix, Jr. and Rosena Widener Hendrix. Dianne had a servant’s heart and found great joy in helping others. Her greatest pride and happiness came from her children and grandchildren.

She is survived by her...

Mar 17, 2025

Olympia Preston Elkins, III, 73, of Gilbert, passed away on March 17, 2025. Born in Richland County, SC, he was the son of the late Olympia Preston Elkins II and Mary Louise Kelly. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Roberta H. Elkins. Mr. Elkins found great joy in the simple pleasures of life—fishing, hunting, music, and cooking....

Mar 16, 2025

Charles Wayne McGahee, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 16th, 2025, at the age of 69 at Wellstar MCG Healthcare Center in Augusta, GA.

Born on October 27th, 1955, in Aiken, South Carolina, Charles led a life filled with love, family, and dedication.

Charles was a devoted father and grandfather, cherishing the time spent with...

Mar 15, 2025

Rebecca Ann Cappiello, 58, of Leesville passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 15th, 2025. She was born on June 3, 1966 and was a daughter of the late Ace and Jane Reid Yount. Rebecca is married to Coby Cappiello. In this time of loss, we find comfort in the fond memories of Rebecca’s laughter and her commitment to those she...

Mar 12, 2025

Ray Thomas Satterfield of Leesville, passed away on March 12, 2025, at the age of 82. He was born to the late Thomas and Ruby Satterfield and was a master carpenter who enjoyed nature and the simple pleasures of life. He spent his years building a life with his wife of 55 years, Terry Satterfield. Together, they raised their four...

Mar 10, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Ashley Marie Zejewski, 39, who left us on Monday, March 10th, 2025. Ashley was a native of Aiken, SC who left an indelible impression upon each person who came into contact with her infectious smile and loving spirit.

Ashley was a graduate of Aiken High School, Class of 2005....

Mar 10, 2025

Vonnie Elaine Whitlock Rutland, 77, of Ridge Spring, SC, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, March 10, 2025. Born in Aiken County, she was the daughter to the late Connie Bodie Whitlock and R. Vernon Whitlock. Vonnie was the supportive wife of Guy E. Rutland, of Ridge Spring, for 60 years.

Vonnie was the Vice-President of Rutland...

Mar 9, 2025

Sally Large Colatarci, beloved wife of Michael Joseph Colatarci, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 9, 2025, at the age of 79 at her residence in the Woodside Plantation Community that she called home.

Born on Saturday, August 18, 1945, in Elizabeth, New Jersey, Sally was the beloved daughter of the late Ashley Ray Large and Therese...

Mar 8, 2025

Rickey Howard Jordan, beloved husband, father, brother, and grandfather, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 8th, 2025, following a sudden illness.

Born in Greensboro, NC on December 19th, 1953, Rickey lived a life marked by dedication, integrity, and a deep love for family and the great outdoors.

A proud alumnus of North Carolina State University,...

Mar 6, 2025

Leo Paul Covey, 61, passed away on Thursday, March 6, 2025, at Aiken Regional Medical Center, following a period of declining health.

Born on Friday, June 7th, 1963, in the quaint town of Plattsburg, New York. At the time of his passing, he was a resident of Aiken, South Carolina, where he had built a warm and...