Recent Obituaries
William Douglas Smith
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...
Annette Bagnal Weese
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...
Kevin Michael Healey
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...
Murray Henry Steller
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...
Mark Steven Hammond
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...
Charles Eugene Steller
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...
Paul William Stelzner
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...
Trudie Temple
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...
Louise B Fritz
Jun 28, 2025
Mrs. Louise Bampfield Fritz passed away peacefully at her residence on Saturday, June 28, 2925 just shy of her 100th birthday. 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.
Emily Melinda Winnie Trapp
Jun 28, 2025
Emily Melinda Winnie Trapp, 70, of Leesville, SC, passed away on June 28, 2025, surrounded by her family. Born in Poughkeepsie, NY, on December 2, 1954, she was a daughter of the late George Theodore and Irene Ellis Volick Winnie. On June 28th, the world lost one of its brightest lights when Emily Melinda Winnie Trapp passed away at home...
Michael Anthony Howell Sr.
Jun 28, 2025
Michael "Mike" Anthony Howell, Sr., 64, of Lexington, passed away on Saturday, June 28, 2025. Born in Miami, FL, he was the son of Mary Wooten Howell and the late Frank Howell. Mike worked as an operator with Southern Plastics until the company’s closing. He was a proud South Carolina Gamecock fan and loved NASCAR, fishing, and rock music. Known...
Darrell Stan "Homer" Rodgers
Jun 23, 2025
Darrell Stan “Homer” Rodgers, 71, of Saluda, SC, peacefully passed away after a courageous battle with his health. Born in Edgefield, SC, he was the son of the late James Stanmore Rodgers, Jr. and Lila Bledsoe Rodgers.
Darrell will be greatly missed and leaves his family and friends with unforgettable, fond memories of his life on this earth. If you ever...
Nancy Kinard
Jun 23, 2025
Nancy Kinard, 54, of Saluda, SC, passed away on June 23, 2025, at Saluda Nursing Home. Born on March 4, 1971, in Saluda, SC, she was the daughter of the late Junior Kinard and Mary Lou Floyd Barnes. Ms. Kinard had a deep love for horses.
She is survived by her stepfather, William H. “Billy” Barnes; and three stepsiblings, Phyllis Gunter,...
Charles Michael Umbarger
Jun 23, 2025
Charles Michael “Mike” Umbarger, 73, of Gilbert, SC, passed away on Monday, June 23, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Mike was born on March 1, 1952, in Leesville, SC, a son of the late Lee Umbarger and Irma Matthews Umbarger. On November 6, 1971, Mike married Patricia Sampson at Oak Grove Baptist Church. They were married for 53 years...
Maria Elana Shull
Jun 22, 2025
Maria Elana Shull, 58, of Gilbert, passed away peacefully on June 22, 2025, just one week shy of her 59th birthday. Maria was born on June 29, 1966, in Columbia, SC, to Elaine Cornicelli Smith and James Woody Shull. With a profound dedication to her work, Maria excelled in her career as a data entry specialist with the SC Department...
John Anthony Denoma
Jun 20, 2025
John Anthony Denoma, 74, of Pelion, South Carolina, passed away on June 20, 2025. Born on December 30, 1950, in Saginaw, Michigan, he was a son of the late Morley "Jack" Denoma and Evelyn Ruth Head Denoma. John proudly served his country in the United States Army for over six years, including deployments to Vietnam and Korea, where he served...
Roy Chamberlain Wright
Jun 19, 2025
Roy Chamberlain Wright, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on June 19, 2025, at the age of 91, in Aiken, South Carolina. Roy's journey began on March 8, 1934, in Brooklyn, New York, where he was born to his late parents, Ephraim and Nettie Wright. A dedicated serviceman, Roy proudly served his nation in the...
Kevin Edward Kilelee
Jun 18, 2025
Kevin Edward Kilelee, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 18th, 2025, at the age of 84. Born on Thursday, December 12th, 1940, in Brooklyn, New York, Kevin's life was a testament to dedication, care, and service. Kevin was the cherished husband of Linda D. Kilelee, his loving wife for 20 years. He is survived by...
Betty Irean Balder
Jun 16, 2025
Betty Irean Balder, 87, of Leesville, passed away on Monday, June 16, 2025. Born in New Philadelphia, Ohio, she was a daughter of the late Clarence Elmer and Jennie Harper Hisler. She enjoyed going to the Flea Markets and birds. Surviving are her devoted husband of 71 years, Dean Lowell Balder, Sr.; children, Dean Lowell Balder, Jr., Brenda Sue Tylke...
Ruth Wingard White
Jun 15, 2025
Ruth Wingard White, 98, of Hendersonville, NC, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, June 15, 2025. Born on February 18, 1927, in Lexington County, SC, she was a daughter of the late Neely B and Bessie Keisler Wingard. Ms. White was a member of First Baptist Church in Hendersonville, NC, and the Patience Sunday School Class. She enjoyed...
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