Recent Obituaries

Oct 15, 2024

Audrey Sybil Myers McIntosh, 87, of Leesville, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on October 15, 2024. She was born in Meridian, MS, on December 22, 1936, to the late Robert and Lena King Myers. Mrs. McIntosh taught Sunday School, Children's Church, and Vacation Bible School at Amick Grove Pentecostal Holiness Church, where she was a member for...

Oct 5, 2024

Victor Manuel Rodriguez, 76, of Pelion, passed away on Saturday, October 5, 2024. Mr. Rodriguez was born in San Juan, Puerto Rico, a son of the late Higinio Rodriguez Ojeda and Petra Alejandro Rosado. He was a United States Army Veteran who loved his family dearly.

Surviving are his wife, Georgina Ouffre; children, Jacqueline E. Rodriguez Ouffre, Luz J. Rodriguez Ouffre...

Oct 4, 2024

Lola Elaine McCarty Durst, 82, of Batesburg, passed away peacefully at Wellmore in Lexington on October 4th, 2024. Born in Wagener, SC, she was the daughter of the late Opal Redd and Smith McCarty, and stepdaughter to Wilson Ouzts of Johnston. Elaine lived a life filled with love, dedication, and joy. She gracefully managed the demands of both her family...

Sep 27, 2024

Landon Cale Bodie, 18, of Leesville, South Carolina, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, September 27, 2024. He was a recent graduate of Blythewood High School, where he was an active member of the Future Farmers of America (FFA) and developed a love for agriculture. His passion for working with his hands led him to spend countless hours alongside his grandfather,...

Sep 27, 2024

 Chief Chad Satcher, 53, of Leesville, passed away unexpectedly, leaving behind a legacy of dedication, service, and love for his family and community. Born in Columbia, South Carolina, Chad was the son of George Lewis Satcher and the late Joye Taylor Satcher. He graduated from Batesburg-Leesville High School in 1989, the same year he joined the Circle Fire Department. Chad...

Sep 26, 2024

Von Boland Bickley, 76, of Leesville, was born July 18, 1948 and departed this earth for his Heavenly home on September 26, 2024 surrounded by his family. He grew up on Meeting Street in West Columbia and had some pretty wild times from the stories we've heard. Von was drafted into the Army after high school and spent 2 years...

Sep 20, 2024

It is with great sadness the family announces the passing of Emily Hope Barnes, age 25, who left us on September 20, 2024. Emily was a beloved mother to Colt Harmon and a devoted fiancé to Tristian Harmon. She was known for her kindness, strength and unwavering love for her family and friends.

Born in Clay County, Florida, Emily was adopted...

Sep 19, 2024

Thomas C. "Tommy" Hinson, Jr., 52, of Batesburg, passed away on Thursday, September 19, 2024. Born in Camden, SC he was a son of Virginia Gaskins Watts and the late Thomas C. Hinson, Sr. Tommy was known to be a die hard "Juggalo" and was an ordained Dudiest priest who loved his trees. He was a loving husband, father and...

Sep 18, 2024

Bobbie Jean Boland, 81, of Gilbert, passed away on Wednesday, September 18, 2024. Mrs. Boland was born in Lexington, SC, a daughter of the late Ottis and Thelma Rikard Sheppard. She was married to the late Edward Boland. Mrs. Boland loved crafting, tending to her yard and home, and listening to her daily sermons.

Mrs. Boland is survived by her children,...

Sep 15, 2024

Wheeler Kneece, 80, of Monetta passed away on Sunday, September 15, 2024.

At Mr. Kneece's request, services will be private.

Sep 15, 2024

Charles Legrand Birchmore, 75, of Gilbert, entered the gates of heaven on Sunday, September 15, 2024. Born in Columbia, SC, on July 26, 1949, to the late Stacy O'Neil and Ophelia Timmons Birchmore. Mr. Birchmore was the owner/operator of Charles Birchmore Painting alongside his wife and sons for many years. He loved to camp and enjoyed NASCAR and dirt racing....

Sep 14, 2024

John Leland Boozer, 55, of Batesburg, passed away on Saturday, September 14, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Born on November 16, 1968, to the late Leland Mack "Bucky" and Betty Jane Unger Boozer. John was an avid outdoorsman, who spent most of his days fishing on Lake Murray or hunting on his family farm with his cousins, who were...

Sep 14, 2024

Rodney Eugene Jones, 59, of Batesburg passed away Saturday, September 14, 2024 after a long courageous battle with cancer. Born in Prosperity, SC on November 25, 1964, he was the son of Ernest Jones and the late Eva Louise Jones. Rodney had a love for fishing and collecting coins. He was always willing to give a helping hand to anyone...

Sep 9, 2024

Craig Raymond Kustermann, 54, of Leesville passed away Monday, September 9, 2024. Plans are incomplete and will be announced by Milton Shealy Funeral Home.

Sep 7, 2024

Priscilla Elaine Fallaw Gantt, 81, of Leesville, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 7, 2024 surrounded by family. She was born in Aiken, a daughter of the late Earl and Ruth Jones Fallaw. Elaine graduated from B-L High School after returning to night school in her late 40s to obtain her diploma. She was employed by Union Switch and Signal...

Sep 6, 2024

Sep 5, 2024

George William "Bubba" Preston, 64, of Batesburg, passed away on Thursday, September 5, 2024. Born in Aiken County he was the son of the late Rachel M. Preston. Bubba loved life, his family and friends, and also enjoyed fishing and hunting. He was known to be a die hard Miami Dolphins fan.

Bubba is survived by his daughters, Amanda Preston of...

Sep 4, 2024

Keith Maroney, 62, of Gilbert, passed away on Wednesday, September 4, 2024. He was born in Prosperity, SC, a son of Sylvia Jennings Maroney and the late Cole Maroney. Keith was employed with Southeastern Freight Lines for over 25 years.

Keith loved to hunt, fish, and be outdoors, but his favorite past time was to spend time with his two dogs...

Sep 2, 2024

Prince Juluis Kentdale Wise, Jr., age 2 months, of Leesville, SC, passed away on September 2, 2024. Born on June 20, 2024, he is the son of Shamana Pickens and Juluis Kentdale Wise. Baby Wise was a loved son and brother who was cheerful and loved to smile.

He leaves to cherish his precious memories, his parents; sisters, Jurnee Wise, Rylee...

Sep 2, 2024

Dwight Lynne Bickley, 50, of Leesville passed away on Monday, September 2, 2024 after battling serious medical issues in the recent years.  Born on February 21, 1974, many remember Dwight as a troublemaker and fearless hunter, but was also a father and fierce friend.

Dwight is survived by his children, Hunter (Candice) and Morghan; grandchildren, Easton, Aubree, Sawyer, Andrew and Dallas;...