Recent Obituaries

Jul 20, 2025

Jeanette Gantt Derrick, 93, formerly of West Columbia, passed peacefully at home in Batesburg on Sunday, July 20, 2025. Born in Leesville, SC, Jeanette was the daughter of the late James Langford Gantt and Flossie Elizabeth Gantt. She was married for 63 years to her late husband, Jesse Preston “J.P.” Derrick.

Jeanette dedicated her professional life to serving as a telephone...

Jul 19, 2025

Janet Marie Pariseau, a beloved wife, devoted mother, cherished grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully at her home in Aiken, South Carolina on Saturday, July 19, 2025, at the age of 90. Born on November 9, 1934, in Burlington, Vermont, Janet lived a life full of love, dedication, and resilience.

Janet married the love of her life,...

Jul 18, 2025

Thomas A. Scirghi, a beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully at the age of 99 on Friday, July 18, 2025. Born on December 25, 1925, in Brooklyn, New York, Thomas lived a life full of love, dedication, and service.

Residing in Aiken, South Carolina, Thomas was a cherished member of the community and...

Jul 15, 2025

Thomas Blanford Walker, Jr., 66, of Gilbert, SC, passed away peacefully on July 15, 2025. Born in Batavia, NY, on March 11, 1959, he was a son of the late Thomas Blanford Walker and Mary Elizabeth Atkin Walker. Thomas worked as a land surveyor for many years. He found joy in being surrounded by his loving family.

Surviving are his daughters,...

Jul 14, 2025

Amanda Marie Hawes, 44, of Batesburg, passed away on Monday, July 14, 2025. Born in Lexington County, Amanda was the daughter of Richard Brown and the late Wendy Brown. She had a love for cooking and found great joy in spending time with her beloved furbabies, especially Baby and Bubbles. Amanda will be remembered for her kind heart and the...

Jul 13, 2025

AIKEN, SC – Frederick Eugene Seeby passed away om July 13th, 2025 at the age of 71. A resident of Aiken, South Carolina, Frederick was born in Aiken, South Carolina on April 29th, 1954. To the late Fred fletcher Sr. who proceeded him in death, along with his son Frederick Eugene Seeby Jr and brother, Ronald Hugh Seeby. Frederick worked...

Jul 11, 2025

Rachael Elizabeth Harman, 71, of Leesville, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 11, 2025. Born in Anderson, SC, she was the daughter of the late Allen Berley and Sarah LaFoy Harman. Rachael was known for her kind heart, and love for animals of all kinds. She never met a stray she didn’t try to help and brought warmth and laughter...

Jul 10, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Delilah Marie Quinones, who left this world on Thursday, July 3, 2025, at the age of 39. Born in Philadelphia, PA, on Sunday, March 23, 1986, Delilah eventually made her home in Beech Island, SC. Delilah was a spirited entrepreneur, always driven by her passion and a zest for...

Jul 10, 2025

Lucy Ann Saucedo passed away peacefully on Friday, July 10th, 2025, at the remarkable age of 101. Born on Monday, January 7th, 1924, in the vibrant town of Calexico, California, Lucy lived a life full of love, strength, and dedication to family.

A devoted homemaker, Lucy created a nurturing home filled with warmth and kindness. Her unwavering...

Jul 10, 2025

Joseph Allen Westmoreland, 69, of Palm Desert, CA, passed away peacefully on July 10, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Born and raised in Batesburg, SC, on September 29, 1955, he was a son of the late Frankie Westmoreland and Grace Berry Westmoreland. Mr. Joseph was a family man who lived in Ohio and California. He was a truck driver...

Jul 9, 2025

Barbara Jean Oswalt, also known as “Bob” and “Aunt Bob,” 64, of Batesburg, passed away peacefully, surrounded by love, on Wednesday, July 9th, 2025. Born on December 5th, 1960, in Columbia, SC, she was the daughter of the late Lee Vinson Wood and Addie Margaret Gantt Wood. She was married to her sweetheart, Ricky H. Oswalt, for 47 years.

Barbara lived...

Jul 7, 2025

George L. Satcher, 80, of Leesville, passed away on Monday, July 7, 2025. Born in Ward, SC, he was a son of the late Leroy and Madelene Ergle Satcher. George was married to the late Joye Taylor Satcher for 58 years. He proudly served in the United States National Guard. George retired from a career at Hartwell Industries and was...

Jul 6, 2025

William Douglas Smith, born on March 28, 1959, in Miami, Florida, passed away peacefully on July 6, 2025, in Aiken, South Carolina. At the age of 66, William leaves behind a loving family and a legacy of cherished memories. Residing in Aiken, William was a beloved member of the community. He was a dedicated computer programmer with a passion for...

Jul 5, 2025

Annette Bagnal Weese, a beloved member of the Aiken, SC community, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 5, 2025, at the age of 71. Born in Columbia, SC, Annette lived a life enriched by her deep passion for horticulture and dedication to her family and community. A resident of Aiken, SC, for many years, Annette spent over three decades sharing...

Jul 5, 2025

Kevin Michael Healey, age 67, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 5, 2025, surrounded by his devoted family. Born in Weymouth, Massachusetts on August 1, 1957, Kevin spent his early and middle years in Maine, where he started a family and built a life rooted in love, craftsmanship, and the natural beauty of the rocky coastlines, and mountain ranges...

Jul 4, 2025

Murray Henry Steller, a resident of Aiken, SC, and formerly of Garden City, Michigan, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 4th, 2025, at the age of 96 just 4 days after losing his son, "Chuck". Born on Tuesday, August 28th, 1928, Murray lived a full and vibrant life dedicated to his family, community, and country. Murray proudly served in...

Jul 3, 2025

Mark Steven Hammond, a beloved father, brother, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 3rd, 2025, at the age of 72. Born on Sunday, June 21st, 1953, in Lansing, Michigan, Mark spent his later years as a cherished resident of Aiken, South Carolina. Mark dedicated his professional life to serving his community as a meter reader at the...

Jun 30, 2025

Charles Eugene Steller, a resident of Blackville, South Carolina, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 30th, 2025, at the age of 75. Born on Thursday, November 10th, 1949, in Garden City, Michigan, Charles led a life characterized by love, dedication, and service. Charles proudly served his country as a member of the United States Marine Corps, embodying bravery and commitment...

Jun 29, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Paul William Stelzner, 39, who passed away on June 29, 2025. Paul was born in Hartford, CT on October 16, 1985, to his loving parents Bill and Nella Stelzner. Paul grew up and spent most of his life in Hebron, CT graduating from RHAM High School...

Jun 29, 2025

Trudie Temple, 87, of Batesburg, passed away on Sunday, June 29, 2025. Born in Saluda County, she was a daughter of the late Albert Sidney and Flaucy Belle Matthews Black. She was married to the late Claude William Temple. Trudie loved the Lord and reading her Bible. She enjoyed gardening and spending time in her yard. She is survived by...