Recent Obituaries

Sep 10, 2023

Delia Josephine Beavers, 84, of Chapin, passed away Sunday, September 10, 2023. Mrs. Beavers was born in Houston, TX, a daughter of the late Leeland and Lenore Henson Jorgenson. She was a secretary for a law firm for 45 years. After retirement, she loved to bake cakes for Hospice patients. Mrs. Beavers was an avid gardener and loved to watch...

Sep 10, 2023

Sandra Williams Mize passed away on September 10, 2023, at the age of 80. Born in Athens, Georgia to the late Spurgeon (Spud) and Alma Inez Williams. She was the epitome of a grey-haired, southern grandma. Familiar to many as a gracious and kind woman, her generosity and love knew no bounds. Whether it was cooking a batch of her...

Sep 7, 2023

Gary L. Horvath, 77, of Aiken, SC passed away on September 7, 2023 with his wife of 48 years by his side. Gary was born in Sandusky, Ohio on July 16, 1946.

He attended Youngstown State University on a football scholarship and was drafted into the Army as soon as he graduated college. He received orders twice...

Sep 3, 2023

Breanna Renee Bell, 22, passed away September 3, 2023.

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).

Online expressions of sympathy for the family may be left by visting www.georgefuneralhomes.com.

Sep 3, 2023

Louise Cornelia Pou Kitchings, 89, of Aiken, SC entered into rest on Sunday, September 3,2023 surrounded by family and loved ones. She was preceded in death by her parents, Percy and Carrie Pou, two sisters, Margie Pou, Jean Eubanks, brother Charles Pou and husband Harold P. Kitchings.

She was born in Wagener, SC on July 20,1934, but...

Sep 3, 2023

Judith Pursley Walker, 65, of Pelion, passed away Sunday, September 3, 2023. Ms. Walker was born in Hapeville, GA, a daughter of the late Franklin Cartledge, Sr. and Grace Sudith.

Surviving are her spouse of 20 years, Scott Stevens; sons, Roger Davis and Josh Gable; and stepson, Mike Gunter.

The services for Ms. Walker will be private.

Sep 2, 2023

AIKEN, SC – Juanita “Nita” Martin, 92, of Aiken, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 2, 2023, at her Cumberland Village home.

Born in Champaign-Urbana, Illinois, she was the daughter of the late Leslie Lowell Gross and the late Maxine Esther Corray.

"Nita" moved to Aiken in 1997. She was a member of St. John's...

Sep 1, 2023

Jason Alan Vasey, 64, of Aiken, passed away on September 1, 2023 at his residence following an illness.

Jason was born in Aiken, SC on December 23, 1958 a son of the late Richard Baldwin & Dorothy Ham Veasey, Sr. Scott was a retired chef having owned restuarants in Aiken and other areas.

He is...

Sep 1, 2023

Shirley Moody Reeves, 88, widow of the late Donald Neal Reeves, passed away peacefully Friday afternoon, September 1, 2023, at the Aiken Rehabilitation and Care Center of Aiken following an extended illness.

Mrs. Reeves was born on December 28, 1932, in Aiken, SC a daughter of the late Willie & Audrey Moody. She was retired from SRS...

Aug 31, 2023

Aiken, SC - Robert J. Sullivan, age 82, of Aiken, SC, passed away peacefully on August 31, 2023, with his devoted wife of 62 years by his side. Bob was born on June 2, 1941, in Buffalo, NY to the late George and Elizabeth (Betty) Sullivan. He is survived by his loving wife Marilyn (Agnello) Sullivan; their daughter Rebecca...

Aug 28, 2023

Mrs. Cheryll Delores Raborn Seigler, 71, beloved wife of Herman Eugene Seigler passed away Monday evening, August 28, 2023 at her home following a period of declining health.

Mrs. Seigler was born in Aiken, SC on February 19, 1952, a daughter of the late Robert Edward and Mildred Hair Raborn. Mrs. Seigler was a retired manager at...

Aug 28, 2023

Our family is deeply saddened by the passing of our 96-year-old mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, Mrs. Betty Joan Griffin. She passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her family on Monday morning, August 28, 2023, following a period of declining health.

Betty was born in Jackson, Michigan on November 22, 1926. She was a daughter...

Aug 28, 2023

Larry Wilson Gunter,70, a devoted husband, loving father, Vietnam Veteran, and passionate patriot of Batesburg-Leesville, passed away on Monday, August 28, 2023. He leaves behind a legacy of service, love, and an unwavering commitment to his country and loved ones.

Born on March 3, 1953, Larry grew up to become a man of remarkable character and dedication. After completing high school,...

Aug 26, 2023

Ronald "Ronnie" Huston Younce, 65, of Leesville, passed away Saturday, August 26, 2023. Born in Boone, NC, he was a son of Huston H. Younce and the late Frances Evelyn Rush Younce. Ronnie was retired from the finance industry and was an avid golfer, who also had a love for music, especially playing the guitar. He was a loving father...

Aug 25, 2023

Mr. Charles D. Brown, 78, of Windsor, SC passed away on Friday, August 25, 2023 at Aiken Regional Medical Center following an illness.

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.

Online expressions of sympathy...

Aug 24, 2023

AIKEN, SC – Scott Thomas Furman, age 45, passed away at Augusta University Medical Center on August 24, 2023. Family members and clergy were by his bedside.

Scott was born May 15, 1978, at Holy Cross Hospital in Silver Spring, Maryland. Scott was a graduate of McDonough High School in Charles County, Maryland and also completed courses...

Aug 23, 2023

Lloyd Darwin Carson, Jr., 84, of Gilbert, passed away on Wednesday, August 23, 2023. Born in Greenville, SC, he was a son of the late Beulah Long Carson and Lloyd Darwin Carson, Sr. Mr. Carson was an avid golfer, a pilot, a political activist, a United States Army veteran, and also retired from Carolina Eastman after 30 years of service....

Aug 20, 2023

Jean Therese Meyer Baumhardt, 79, of Spartanburg, died Sunday, August 20, 2023. Jean was born on October 9, 1943, in Milwaukee, WI, a daughter of the late Lester and Ann Marie Weirnert Meyer. She was married to the late Robert James Baumhardt.

Jean was a member of St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church. She was a resident...

Aug 20, 2023

Dean Haver Orem, Jr. passed away at Anchor Rehabilitation and Health Care Center on August 20, 2023 after a gallant 23 year battle against Parkinson’s Disease. Dean was graduated from Cassville, MO high school in the class of 1968. He gained his love for the game of golf while attending Missouri University as a member of MU’s golf team...

Aug 19, 2023

AIKEN, SC – Carol Ann Reeve, age 84, passed away August 19, 2023, at Augusta University Hospital.

Carol was born July 3, 1939 in Chicago, IL to the late Leonard and Dorothy Haubl. She had been a resident of Aiken, SC since 1961 and was the former owner and operator of Sandhill Station, a local retail gift...