Recent Obituaries
Peter Thomas Lambie
Aug 27, 2025
Peter Thomas Lambie was born March 10, 1959 in Boston MA and passed away in Aiken SC on Wednesday, August 27, 2025. Peter is preceded in death by his father, Thomas Lambie; his mother, Claire Lambie Ludlow; and his stepfather Ben Ludlow. Flying was Pete’s passion. He began flying at 18 years old, first for several commercial airlines (flying the...
Florence Linn Whitehouse
Aug 26, 2025
Florence Linn Whitehouse (“Linn”), age 92, passed away peacefully on August 26, surrounded by her loving family in Aiken, SC, her home since 2007. Linn was born in Philadelphia to Howard Linn Edsall, a writer, inventor, and nationally ranked tennis player, and Florence Small Edsall, a professional poetess and one of the first women to graduate from The University of...
Thomas Ray Bud Armel
Aug 26, 2025
WARRENVILLE, SC - Thomas Ray Bud Armel, age 54, passed away August 26, 2025. Mr. Armel was a veteran of the US military. The Historic George Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 211 Park Ave SW, Aiken, SC 29801 (803-649-6234).
Christopher Daniel Crossland
Aug 25, 2025
Christopher Daniel Crossland, 51, of Aiken, passed away August 25, 2025. Born January 9, 1974 in Pasadena, CA, he was the son of the late Allison Marie Donoghue and the late Steven Charles Crossland. Chris graduated from Aiken High School in 1992. He attended classes at USC-Aiken and Aiken Technical College, where he received an associate degree. Chris worked as...
Lester Corder
Aug 25, 2025
Lester Corder, 67, of Leesville, SC, transitioned to his eternal home on August 25, 2025. Lester was the son of the late Billy Corder and Leona Miller Temples. Lester retired from Prysmian Group of Lexington, SC, and enjoyed classic cars, watching a good movie (especially a good western), and searching for antiques with his beloved wife. Surviving is his wife,...
Dorothy Elaine Harkins
Aug 22, 2025
Dorothy Elaine Harkins, 69, of Gilmer, Texas passed away peacefully on August 22, 2025 surrounded by loved ones. Elaine was born in Jacksonville, FL. She was a wonderful seamstress for friends and family. She enjoyed cooking. Elaine loved being around any type of water, whether it was fishing at the lake or enjoying the beach. She loved to dance and...
Beverly B. Jackson
Aug 20, 2025
Beverly Bodie Jackson, 79, of Pelion, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, August 20, 2025. She was the daughter of the late Thomas O. Bodie and Reta Mae Bodie. A lifelong resident of Pelion, Beverly graduated from Pelion High School in 1964 and was always active in her community. She was married to her high...
Arthur Ralph Kennedy
Aug 19, 2025
Beloved husband, father, friend and lover of animals Arthur Ralph Kennedy, known to most as Art, died at his home in Aiken, South Carolina on Tuesday, August 19th, 2025. He was 89 years old. Born on October 18th, 1935 to Jessie and Arthur Kennedy in Cumberland, Maryland, Art led a full life highlighted by numerous achievements, adventures and relationships. Growing...
Kimberly Shealy Wright
Aug 19, 2025
Kimberly Jane “Kimi” Shealy Wright, of Lexington, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 19, 2025. She was born in Columbia on September 15, 1959 and was the daughter of Mary Jane Paxton Shealy and the late Kimball Emanuel Shealy.
Kimi was a graduate of Gilbert High School and went on to earn a Bachelor of Science Degree from Newberry College, as...
Jennifer Delene Hough
Aug 14, 2025
It is with great sadness that the family of Jennifer Delene Hough, announce her passing on Thursday, August 14, 2025 at the age of 59. Jennifer was a life long resident of Aiken, SC. She was known in Aiken and loved by many friends and family. All that knew her remember her as a smart, sweet, kind, generous, and beautiful...
Doris McDaniel Woods
Aug 14, 2025
Doris McDaniel Woods, 81, of Lexington, entered her Heavenly home on Thursday, August 14, 2025. Born on August 7, 1944, she was the daughter of the late James Vernon and Doris Melba Rose McDaniel. Doris was the devoted wife of the late Jackson Lee Woods. A faithful member of Edmund First Baptist Church, Mrs. Woods served as a Sunday School...
Keith Adelbert Gilmore
Aug 13, 2025
Keith A. Gilmore, a resident of Aiken, South Carolina, passed away on Wednesday morning, August 13, 2025, at the age of 82. A private individual, Gilmore was an avid golfer who enjoyed setting up tee times for his group at Woodside Golf Course for several years. His proficiency in the game and impeccable golf etiquette were widely recognized. He was...
Arleane Marie Reese
Aug 10, 2025
Arleane Marie Reese [b. December 21, 1950 - d. August 10, 2025], age 74, was born in Columbia, SC, in a little place called “Arthur Town” to John and Florence (Hodges) Reese. She was raised in the home built with her father’s hands and nurtured by her mother’s love. As one of “Flower’s Petals” of the Reese, Reeves, Rose Family...
Audie Dane Gunter
Aug 10, 2025
Audie Dane Gunter, 77, of Lexington, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, on Sunday, August 10, 2025. Born on January 20, 1948, in Lexington County, he was the youngest son of the late Venson and Juanita Daye Gunter. Audie loved and cared for his family deeply, and spending time often outdoors, whether working, relaxing, or simply taking in the...
Dr. Sandra Field
Aug 7, 2025
AIKEN, SC – Dr. Sandra T. Field, age 69, wife of Jim Field, passed away August 7, 2025. Dr. Field was born May 19, 1956 to the late Henry and Lois Truitt. She received her Bachelor’s of Music from Furman University in 1978, her Master of Music from Northwestern University in 1980, and her doctorate in Education from Columbia University...
Ellis Edward Fulmer
Aug 7, 2025
Ellis Edward Fulmer, age 85, of Aiken, South Carolina, passed away peacefully on August 7, 2025. Ellis was born on June 14, 1940, in Aiken County, a son of the late Nathan B. Fulmer and Mary Day Fulmer. Ellis, known by Edward to his friends and family, lived a life defined by hard work and love for his family. A...
Richard Patrick Healey
Aug 7, 2025
Richard Patrick (Dick) Healey, 94, passed away peacefully at home on Aug. 7, 2025, in Aiken, SC. He is survived by his loving wife of 66 years, Loretta, son Michael, daughter-in-law, Sheza, and granddaughter, Una. Born on November 6, 1930, in Fairhaven, Massachusetts, the youngest of five children, he was motivated by his family, friends and experiences. He graduated from...
Jessica Nicole Oswald
Aug 7, 2025
Jessica Nicole Oswald, 51, of Batesburg, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 7, 2025. Born in Columbia, SC, on June 13, 1974, she was the daughter of Phyllis Craps Douglas, and Marvin Oswald. Jessica lived a life full of love, creativity, and dedication. A talented Loan Administrator, Jessica was known for her attention to detail and commitment to her work....
Judy Gail Matte
Aug 7, 2025
Judy Gail Shirey Matte, 76, of Prosperity, passed away on Thursday, August 7, 2025.Born in Vallejo, California, Judy was the daughter of the late Earl J. and Emma Jene Fenton Shirey. She was the beloved wife of the late Vinest Matte, Jr. Judy worked as an administrative assistant in the Florida school system and had a passion for sewing.
Surviving are...
Lois Elberta Gniazdowski
Aug 6, 2025
AIKEN, SC – Lois Elberta Gniazdowski passed away peacefully on August 6, 2025 at home. She was born July 18, 1935 in Niagara Falls, New York to the late Elberta Lucille Stacey and the late Gordon McCormick Stacey. Lois loved family reunions at Myrtle Beach, hosting family and parish church dinners, baking—especially gingerbread cookies, playing bridge, tennis, cross-stitching, and reading....

