Recent Obituaries
Hordric Havird Jr.
Jun 8, 2025
Hordric Havird Jr., 68, of Batesburg, passed away on Sunday, June 8th, 2025. Born on August 14th, 1956, Hordric lived a life characterized by quiet strength and resilience. Hordric was preceded in death by his beloved spouse, Bridgett Havird, with whom he shared a life filled with love, companionship, and many cherished memories. Bridgett's passing left a void that was...
Marilyn Jean Corder
Jun 6, 2025
Marilyn Jean Corder, 79, of Batesburg, passed away on Friday, June 6, 2025. Born in Batesburg, South Carolina, she is a daughter of the late M.C. “Amos” and Jewell Senterfeit Heyward. She was the devoted wife of the late Carlisle Vance “C.V.” Corder.
Marilyn was a member of Providence Baptist Church of Gaston, where she was recently baptized by her pastor,...
Elizabeth Hatcher Harding
Jun 5, 2025
Elizabeth Hatcher Harding passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 5th, 2025, at the age of 82. A beloved resident of Aiken, South Carolina, Elizabeth was born on October 27th, 1942, in San Francisco, California. Elizabeth was a dedicated supervisor at the ABBE Regional Library, where she devoted her career to nurturing a love of learning and reading within her...
Ronald Corder
Jun 4, 2025
James "Ronald" Corder, 83, of Lexington, passed away peacefully on June 4, 2025. Born on April 1, 1942, he was the son of the late Jack and Virginia Whitlock Corder. Ronald was a devoted member of Ebenezer Southern Methodist Church and previously served as a deacon at Sunnyside Baptist Church, where he dedicated much of his time and energy to...
Linelle Sue Hite
May 31, 2025
Linelle Sue Hite, 72, of Batesburg, passed away Saturday, May 31, 2025. Born on January 7, 1953, in Columbia, South Carolina, she was a daughter of the late Jacob Ravenelle Gantt and Gwendolyn Hall Lucas. Her passion for life was evident in her love for over-road truck driving, a career she embraced wholeheartedly. Known for her adventurous spirit, she was...
Earline McCary Ricard
May 30, 2025
Gwendolin "Earline" McCary Ricard, 79, of Leesville, SC, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 30, 2025. A beloved mother, grandmother, and devoted community member, Earline lived a life marked by compassion, faith, and service to others. Born in Edgefield, South Carolina, Earline was a proud graduate of Strom Thurmond High School. She enjoyed a successful 30-year career with Honeywell, where...
Waitus Dean Bedenbaugh, Sr.
May 29, 2025
The world became dimmer on May 29, 2025, with the passing of Waitus “Dean” Bedenbaugh, Sr. Born on January 23, 1955, in Columbia, South Carolina, to Wilbur and Margarete Bedenbaugh, Dean was truly larger than life. With his charismatic personality, exciting—sometimes exaggerated—stories, and magnanimous spirit, he left a lasting impression on everyone he met.
Though a proud longtime resident of Leesville,...
Dorise Norris Thomas
May 28, 2025
Dorise Norris-Thomas, age 78, passed away into Eternal Rest peacefully on May 28th, 2025, in Graniteville, SC. She was born in New York, New York to the late Albert and Annie Myers. She lived a life in service to others. She served her family, church and community well. She was a woman of God that lived a full life. She...
Callie Rose Gantt
May 26, 2025
Callie Rose Gantt, 82, of Batesburg-Leesville, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, May 26, 2025. Born on December 25, 1942, he was a son of the late Levi and Minnie Lee Quattlebaum Gantt of Batesburg-Leesville. Callie dedicated many years of his life to Sears Roebuck and Company, where he worked as a skilled and trusted service technician until...
Steven Carl Gratzer
May 26, 2025
Steven Carl Gratzer, 76, of Columbia, passed away on Monday, May 26, 2025. Born on July 19, 1948, in Butte, Montana, he was a son of the late George and Dolly Heelstone Gratzer.
A proud U.S. Army veteran, Steve dedicated his life to service, first to his country and later to his community as a teacher and librarian. He attended Western...
David Ralph Mason
May 25, 2025
David Ralph Mason, a beloved husband, father, brother, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 24th, 2025, in Aiken, South Carolina. Born on July 10th, 1938, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, David lived a life filled with love, dedication, and numerous accomplishments. David's journey began in Pittsburgh, where he spent his early years and obtained his Mechanical Engineering Degree...
Nicholas Robert Bottini
May 22, 2025
With deep sorrow and immeasurable love, we announce the passing of Nicholas Robert Bottini, who left us far too soon on May 22, 2025. Born in Colorado Springs, Colorado, on September 25, 1986, Nick was a beacon of light, warmth, and unwavering kindness in the lives of all who knew him.
Nick made his home in Swansea, South Carolina, where he...
Paula Dean Gunter
May 21, 2025
Paula Dean Cannon Gunter, 75, of Gilbert, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 21, 2025. Born in Parrish, Florida, Paula was the daughter of the late William Paul Cannon and Ethel Dean Parrish Cannon. She dedicated 22 years of service as a beloved school bus driver for Lexington School District 1 in Gilbert. Paula had a deep love for horses...
Alma Mary Beal
May 20, 2025
With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Alma Mary Beal, a devoted wife, loving mother, cherished grandmother. Alma passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 20th, 2025, in Aiken Regional Medical Center at the age of 84. Alma was born on Tuesday, April 15th, 1941, in the vibrant city of Dublin, Ireland, to the late William and Margaret Carter....
Anne Sanders
May 19, 2025
Anne Brandt Sanders, a beloved resident of Leesville, SC, passed away peacefully at the age of 68, on Monday, May 19, 2025. Born on April 14, 1957, in Haines City, Florida, she was a daughter of the late Joe Fred and Dora Wanda Walter Brandt. Anne was a vibrant soul, cherished by her family, friends, and community. A devoted member...
Ernestina Alejandro
May 18, 2025
Ernestina Alejandro, of Aiken, SC, peacefully passed away on Sunday, May 18th, 2025, at the age of 91. Born on Monday, June 5th, 1933, in Naranjito, Puerto Rico, Ernestina was a cherished mother, sister, grandmother, and friend who touched the lives of many with her warmth and spirit. She is survived by her two devoted sons, Nelson M. Peralta...
Vicki Arnott Kneece
May 18, 2025
Aiken, South Carolina - Vicki Arnott Kneece, a lifelong resident of Aiken, SC, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 18, 2025, at the age of 79. Born on April 5th, 1946, Vicki dedicated her life to helping others as a counselor. Vicki was a beacon of wisdom and compassion, offering guidance and support to countless individuals throughout her career. Her...
Micheal Chelchie Williams
May 18, 2025
Micheal Chelchie Williams, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and spirited entertainer, passed away on Sunday, May 18, 2025, at the age of 63. Born on Thursday, July 13, 1961, in Barnwell, SC, Micheal became a cherished resident of Aiken, SC, where his warmth and humor touched the lives of many. Micheal is lovingly survived by his devoted wife of...
Belton Decater Clark
May 18, 2025
Belton Decater Clark, 79, of Pelion, passed away on Sunday, May 18, 2025. Born in Columbia, SC, Belton was the son of the late D.E. Clark and Alma Craft Clark. He was the husband of the late Patsy Smith Clark. Belton was known for his love of cooking and good food, and in earlier years, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, and...
Barbara A Young
May 16, 2025
Barbara Ann Raborn Young – 89, Aiken, passed away surrounded by her loving family Friday, May 16, 2025, at Piedmont Augusta. Barbara was born in Aiken. She was a graduate of Aiken High School. In addition to being a homemaker, she was a devoted Christian, loving wife, and beloved mother. A true southern belle, whose hair was never out...
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