Recent Obituaries

Oct 24, 2022

Ruby Lee Thompson, 69 , of Edgefield, SC passed away peacefully Monday morning, October 24, 2022 following an extended illness.

Born in Tampa, Florida on November 14, 1952, she was the daughter of the late George Henry & Viola Black O'Neal.

Surviving are her two sons, Gary E. Thompson of Edgefield and Jason B. Thompson...

Oct 23, 2022

Leona Grace Newell , 81, of Warrenville, SC passed away on Sunday, October 23, 2022 at her home following an extended illness.

Funeral arrangements are incompete 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...

Oct 23, 2022

Nadine Padgett Anderson, 89, of Batesburg, passed away Sunday, October 23, 2022. Ms. Anderson was born in Batesburg, SC, a daughter of the late Harvey and Nellie Brown Padgett. She was married to the late Johnny Dresser Anderson. Ms. Anderson loved puzzle books and crocheting.

Surviving are her sons and daughter-in-law, David Anderson (Shirley), Harvey Earl Anderson; grandchildren, Brandee Hamby...

Oct 22, 2022

Tricia Deyo-Jiraud, 47, wife of Emily Williams, passed away peacefully at her home following a brave battle against cancer.

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

Online expressions of sympathy for the family...

Oct 22, 2022

A celebration of life service will be held at Aiken’s First Baptist Church on Thursday, October 27th for Dianne McLeod Hadley. The Reverend Dr. Fred W. Andrea III and Rev. John Carroll will officiate.

Dianne was born March 29, 1947 in Dothan, Alabama. She was the daughter of the late Charles and Carolyn Barcroft McLeod. She graduated...

Oct 21, 2022

Michelle Ann Elter, 66, a resident of Aiken, SC passed away Friday evening, October 21, 2022 at Aiken Regional Medical Center following an illness.

Born in Rochester, New York on July 5, 1956 she was the daughter of the late Françiose Elter and the late Lottie Switlik Bruenn.

Michelle is survived by her spouse, Robert...

Oct 19, 2022

Michael Robertson, 56, of Gilbert, passed away Wednesday, October 19, 2022. Michael was a son of the late Bruce and Esther Robertson. He was a loving son, brother, and uncle. Mr. Robertson enjoyed fishing and working at the Koger Center in downtown Columbia.

Michael is survived by a brother, Sam Robertson; sister-in-law, Von Robertson; nephews, Caylin Robertson, Mathew Robertson, and Jason...

Oct 17, 2022

Alfred Joseph Dichiara, a deeply Patriotic American, devoted husband and loving father, passed away early Monday morning, October 17, 2022.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Alfred Joseph Dichiara, Sr. and Rita Helen Silvay; and his wife, Edith Lois Dichiara. He is survived by his daughter, Carol Dichiara McWhorter, his grandchildren, Bianca Robinson, Joseph McWhorter...

Oct 17, 2022

Eddie Lamar Boland Jr., 36, of Batesburg passed away on Monday, October 17, 2022. Born in Lexington County, he was the adopted son of Edith Bickley Leaphart. Eddie was employed with B-L Rentals and loved fishing, hunting, and the Gamecocks. He was an avid golfer who loved to golf with his buddies at Indian Trail Golf Course. Eddie was a...

Oct 15, 2022

AIKEN, SC – Jerome Leonard Fischer, age 90, died peacefully at home on Saturday, October 15, 2022.

Mr. Fischer was born March 27, 1932, in Lowell, MA to the late Harry and Reba Fischer. He proudly served his country in the US Army and retired as a Vice President in the Women’s Sportswear Industry. Mr. Fischer had...

Oct 13, 2022

Jesse Eugene Efird, 61, of Saluda, passed away Thursday, October 13, 2022. Mr. Efird was born in Wiesbaden, Germany a son of the late Alvin Enoch and Carolyn Ann Efird. Jesse enjoyed showing off and having a good time.

Surviving are his wife of 11 years, Debbie Efied; children, Mary and Matthew Efird; step-sons, Nick, Matthew, Daniel and Jeremy Ellison;...

Oct 12, 2022

Don R. Morton, 78 of Charleston and Liberty, SC, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 12, 2022, at the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston, where he had received exceptional care. Amongst his family and loved ones, he died the way he lived: bravely, gently, and with concern for others. He is survived by his beloved wife, Ann...

Oct 12, 2022

Pastor Pamela H. Barrs, 66, of Batesburg, passed away Wednesday, October 12, 2022. Pastor Barrs was a daughter of the late James William and Cornelia Pauline Hartley. She was a loving mother, sister, and aunt. Pastor Barrs was the pastor of St. Joseph Old Fashion Holiness Church.

Pastor Barrs is survived by her daughter, Delaine Goff; son, Eric (Allison) Barrs....

Oct 11, 2022

GRANITEVILLE, SC – Tonya Denean Wilds, age 54, passed away October 11, 2022.

Tonya was born December 8, 1967, in Aiken, SC to the late William Roy Moxley and the late Norma Jean Hutto Moxley. She was a life-long area resident. Her family said that she was an outstanding mother and loved her children very much. She...

Oct 11, 2022

Martha Rose Chavis Hancock, 74, of Columbia, passed away Tuesday, October 11, 2022. Mrs. Hancock was born in Salley, SC, a daughter of the late Gary and Mammie Lou Chavis. She loved fishing, watching NASCAR racing, the Clemson Tigers, and wrestling. Most importantly, she loved spending time with her family and grandkids.

Surviving are her children, Danny Hancock (Cybil), Crystal...

Oct 10, 2022

William "Bo" Spence, 78, of Batesburg, passed away Monday, October 10, 2022. Mr. Spence was a son of the late Ishmael and Fannie Oswalt Spence. He served in the United States Air Force. Bo loved Harley Davidson Motorcycles.

Surviving are his wife of 32 years, Treatha Donnelly Spence; step-son, Ronnie Deese (Stacy); and step grandchildren, Skye and Harley Nix. In addition...

Oct 9, 2022

Dana Lydell Padgett, 52, of Swansea, passed away Sunday, October 9, 2022. Dana was the son of Walter Joseph Padgett, Jr. and Susie Jane Proctor. He was a loving son, brother, and uncle. Mr. Padgett enjoyed collecting cars, shooting guns, listening to hard rock, and loved his cat, Catbert, the most.

Mr. Padgett is survived by his mother, Susie Jane Proctor;...

Oct 7, 2022

LaBruce "Bruce" T. Hallman, 61, of Batesburg died Friday, October 7, 2022. Born in Prosperity, SC, he was a son of the late Clifton Elzie Hallman and Mary Lou Keisler Hallman. Bruce was a kind, generous, and patient man who was always the first to help a friend or family member in need. He was smart and a master craftsman....

Oct 6, 2022

Philip H. Corder, 75, of Batesburg, died Thursday, October 6,2022. Born in Lexington County, he was the son of the late Felix "Bud" Corder and Ruby Parrish Corder. Philip was a US Army veteran having served during Vietnam and was a lifetime carpenter.

He is survived by his two step sons, Charles David Davis (Allison) of Batesburg, SC and Wyman...

Oct 5, 2022

AIKEN, SC: Tracy Noreen Pearson, 53, formerly of Delaware, passed away October 5, 2022.

Born September 18, 1969 in Wilmington, Delaware, she was the daughter of Marybelle Davenport Pearson and the late Clarence Pearson.

Tracy was a Pro Rodeo Star and Barrell Racer. “Cowgirl – Murray Tinkleman” was written about her life and adventures in...