Obituaries

Gerald Raymond "Jerry" Knight

Nov 19, 2024

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Sharon Anne Ballard

Nov 18, 2024

It's with deep sadness that we announce that Sharon Anne Ballard, 69, of John's Island, SC by way of Falls Church, VA, passed away on November 18, 2024, in the comfort of her home. She was the cherished wife of Scott Ballard for over 46 years and a devoted mother to Erin Ballard and Kelley McElroy (Daryl).Born on October 19,...

Sally Sweeny

Nov 17, 2024

Sally Mullen Sweeny, 76 of Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, passed away on Sunday, November 17, 2024.

Born on March 14, 1948, in Charleston, SC, Sally was the daughter of the late Virginia Wallace Mullen and Harry Benton Mullen Jr. Sally lived in Mt. Pleasant for the past 30 years and was a proud Charlestonian. She was a beloved Mother, Wife, Grandmother,...

Brenda Jean Pearson

Nov 16, 2024

Brenda Jean Pearson, 76, of Charleston, South Carolina, passed away peacefully at her home in Charleston on Saturday, November 16, 2024.

Born on May 18, 1948, in Waterbury, Connecticut, she was the daughter of the late Geneva Guerrera (Ouellette) and Anthony Guerrera.

Brenda was a graduate of Crosby High School in Waterbury, CT, in 1966. She worked at Risdon Manufacturing and McCrory...

Donald Ray Foster

2024

Donald Ray "Don" Foster, 80, of Summerville, South Carolina, passed away on Friday, November 15, 2024. He was the loving husband to Bonnie (Ross) Foster.

Don was born on August 24, 1944 in Atlanta, GA, to the late Sarah Frances (Chappell) Foster and Paul Wesley Foster, Sr.

He was a graduate of West Georgia College and Emory University School of Law. He...

Kathryn Maudlin

Nov 15, 2024

Lottie Kathryn "Kathy" Maudlin, passed away peacefully at her home in Chapin, South Carolina at age 87 on Friday, November 15, 2024, following a lengthy and courageous battle with cancer.

Born on May 25, 1937, in Scott County, Kansas, Kathy was the daughter of Reba Catherine Walker Harkness and Brannon Burl Harkness. She grew up on the family farm in Western...

Norma Gene Roukous

Nov 13, 2024

Norma Gene Roukous, 93, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 13, 2024. 

Born on May 5, 1931, in Meadville, PA, she was the daughter of Gertrude Kearney Boyd and Gerald Boyd. She earned her nursing degree from The School of Nursing at Slippery Rock College in Meadville, PA. A registered nurse and lifelong healthcare educator, Norma's career reflected her profound compassion...

Shirley Kolouch Robb

Nov 11, 2024

Shirley Kolouch Robb"To the well-organized mind, death is but the next great adventure." - Albus Dumbledore, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's StoneOn November 11, 2024, Shirley Kolouch Robb, 91, left her physical body behind in Charleston, SC to depart on her next great adventure. She was born in Crete, Nebraska, and still has Czech relatives in that area.Shirley, named for...

Ronald Allen Karst

Nov 10, 2024

Ronald Allen Karst, 69, of Charleston, South Carolina, passed away on Sunday, November 10, 2024, surrounded by his wife and children.

Born on July 1, 1955, in Charleston, SC, he was a son of (the late) Vilma Rose Karst (Blanton) and Karl Federick Karst, Jr.

To all his friends and family, he was Ronnie or RAK. He was raised, grew up, and...

Sara Reece

Nov 9, 2024

Sara Johnson Reece, 92, of West Columbia, South Carolina, was welcomed home by her Lord on Saturday, November 9, 2024, where she has been joyfully reunited with her beloved husband, Col. Jack Reece. 

Born on June 3, 1932, in West Columbia, SC, she was the cherished daughter of the late Blanche Johnson (Hood) and Joseph Johnson. Sara was a devoted wife,...

Orquida Gail Hurd

Nov 9, 2024

Orquida Gail Hurd, 87 of Mount Pleasant, SC passed away at Bon Secours St Francis Hospital after a short illness on Saturday, November 9, 2024. She was in the loving arms of her stepson, Lance Hurd. 

Orquida, daughter of the late Elbert L Hodge and Nina Williams Hodge was born on April 25, 1937, in Packs Branch, WV. She was the...

Paul Henry Denzer

Nov 6, 2024

Paul Henry Denzer, 62, of Charleston, SC, passed away on Wednesday, November 6, 2024.

Born on November 13, 1961, in Red Wing, MN, Paul was the son of the late William Charles Denzer and the late Antoinette Angelina (Agate) Denzer.

In addition to his parents, Paul was preceded in death by his wife, Angela Dobroski. Paul loved many things, but most important...

James Ryan Outland

Nov 6, 2024

James Ryan Outland, 22 of South Carolina, passed away on Wednesday, November 6, 2024.

Born on May 28, 2002 in Wilmington, NC was a son of Jessica Neathery (Godfrey) and James Outland.

Ryan was a loving husband and son. He enjoyed fishing, video games, and trucks. He had the biggest heart and wanted to take in any animal he saw on the...

Dr. Thomas Delbert Mathews

Nov 6, 2024

Dr. Thomas Delbert Mathews, 81, of Charleston, South Carolina, passed away on Wednesday, November 6, 2024. 

Born on December 15, 1942, in Charleston, he was the son of the late Gertrude Rumph Mathews and Aaron Delbert Mathews.

Tommy grew up in North Charleston and was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend to many. He graduated from the College of Charleston with...

Glynn Stephen Thomas

Nov 5, 2024

Glynn Stephen Thomas

November 23, 1947 - November 5, 2024

Glynn Stephen Thomas, 76, of Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, November 5, 2024.

Born on November 23, 1947 in Halifax, Yorkshire, England. He was the son of the late Elizabeth Cox Thomas and Jim Thomas.

Glynn spent his working life in the textile industry. He followed textiles from...

Devon Alexander Lindsay

2024

Devon Alexander Lindsay, 26, of Ridgeville, South Carolina, passed away on Monday, November 4, 2024.Born on April 1, 1998, in North Charleston, SC, Devon was the son of Heather Lindsay and James Burrows.Devon was a respected member of the Ridgeville community, raised in Goose Creek. He reached his dream by working for the Berkeley County Sheriff's Department. He was a...

Irvin Parker

2024

Irvin (Pete) Durant Parker of Summerville passed away November 5, 2024 at the age of 88.

Born in Manning S.C. to George P. and Annie Lee Parker on November 17, 1935, Pete was the youngest of six siblings. His family were sharecroppers who worked several farms in Clarendon, Williamsburg and Florence counties. After turning 17 he joined the Air...

Charles John Organ, Sr.

Nov 5, 2024

Charles John Organ Sr., 65, of Charleston, South Carolina, passed away on Tuesday, November 5, 2024.

Born on November 6, 1958, in Detroit, Michigan, was the son of (the late) Mary Organ (Rogers) and Daniel Organ.

Charles was a dedicated husband, father, and papa. He enjoyed building and fixing things in his spare time, and was always ready to lend a hand...

Joseph Francis "Joe" McCormick, Jr.

Nov 3, 2024

It is with deep sorrow and loving remembrance that we announce the passing of Joseph Francis “Joe” McCormick, Jr., 81, of Isle of Palms, South Carolina, who passed away peacefully on October 31st, 2024. Born on January 25, 1943, in Baltimore, MD to Joseph Francis “Mac” and Margaret Sheehan “Peg” McCormick. 

After graduating from Parkersburg Catholic High School in West Virginia...

Ollie Frank Flood, III

Nov 2, 2024

Ollie Frank Flood III, 76, of Cottageville, SC, passed away on Saturday, November 2, 2024. Mr. Flood was called Frank by his family and friends. The cause of death was Alzheimer’s disease.

Born on February 28, 1948, in Charleston, SC, Frank was the son of the late Amelia Clifton Flood and the late Ollie Frank Flood, Jr.

Frank served in the U.S....