Steve Allen Crosby born January 23, 1956, went home on Wednesday, November 1, 2017, surrounded by his loving family. Steve was born in Gastonia, North Carolina to his late father, Charles Patrick Crosby and his mother Nancy Glenn Crosby. After graduating high school, he joined the United States Air Force and moved to Charleston where he met his bride of...
Mr. Paul B. Grimes, 86, of Charleston and husband of Shelby Grimes, passed away Sunday, October 29, 2017. Paul was born on May 7, 1931 in Chicopee, MA to the late Francis Oliver Grimes and the late Marion Phoebe Allen Grimes. He was an Army veteran, avid fisherman, and master gardener. After 30 years, he retired from the Charleston Naval...
Sukun Zhang, 55, of Mount Pleasant, SC died, Sunday, October 29, 2017. Born in Yingkou China to her father the late Zhong Zhang and her mother Fengjiao Tang. Sukun attended the prestigious Tsinghua University in Beijing, China and graduated with a master’s degree in 1988. In 1992, she attended the University of Connecticut in the United States to obtain her...
Jesse Todd Finne, 32, of Goose Creek, SC, passed away Sunday, October 29, 2017. He was born on August 30, 1985 in North Charleston, South Carolina to Peter and Yvonne (St. Claire) Finne. Jesse enjoyed time in the outdoors, especially out on the water. He also enjoyed cooking, cycling and drawing. Skateboarding and surfing were other interests that Jesse loved....
Edna Byrd Felts, 94, of Charleston, SC, entered into eternal rest on October 28, 2017, surrounded by her family. Edna was born December 30, 1922, in Tampa, Florida, to the late William Rex and Annie (Ard) Byrd. She was predeceased by her husband, Buford B. Felts, whom she married in Cleveland, Ohio, on November 4,1941. A member of the Greatest...
Gertrude Clauda Isgitt, 85, of Goose Creek , South Carolina, wife of George F. Isgitt, Sr. and retired healthcare worker went home to the Lord, Friday, October 27, 2017. Mrs. Isgitt was born on February 18, 1932 in Canadys, South Carolina to the late Jacob and Myra Cannady. She was a devoted wife and mother who enjoyed gardening and flowers....
Arthur William Schulz, 90, of Ladson, died Thursday, October 26, 2017 at the Life Care Center in Charleston, SC. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Marjorie “Marge” (Everton) Schulz; sons Richard “Rick” Schulz and his wife Leslie, Dana Schulz and his wife Cindy, and Mark Schulz and his wife Wendy; his brothers Herbert Schulz and his wife...
Jennifer Berkley-Hammon left this world too soon on October 24, 2017. She was a loving spouse, mother, daughter and friend. She is survived by her "love" Matthew Hammon; children Brayden and Amber; father Earl Berkley(Terri); mother Pam Limehouse; sister Janice Estes(Jeff); brother Jamie Berkley(Crystal); and several nieces and nephews A Memorial service will be held Saturday, October 28, 2017 at...
Trudy Green, 84, of Daniel Island, South Carolina, died peacefully on Monday, October 23, 2017. Trudy was born on April 16, 1933, in Brooklyn, New York to the late Morris and Lillian Schwartz. She married the love of her life, Abraham “Abe” Green, in 1953, after meeting the bass singer in the New York All City Chorus, for which Trudy...
Helen Dodds Sheppard, 88, of Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina entered into eternal rest, on October 22, 2017, surrounded by her family and loved ones. Born November 11, 1928 in Charleston, SC, she was the daughter of the late John Joseph Dodds and Loretta Hennessy Dodds. She was a 1945 graduate of Bishop England High School, where she played basketball. It...
Charles Jackson Ruff, Sr, age 76, of Mt Pleasant, South Carolina passed away peacefully on October 22nd, 2017, surrounded by his wife and children. Charles was born in Villa Rica, Georgia on October 1, 1941. His parents, Hattie Mae Rutledge Ruff (affectionately named The Duchess of Mableton) and M.B Ruff were the owners and operators of Ruff's Fabric stores in...
Phillip Habib, 80, USN OSCM retired, of Goose Creek , South Carolina, passed away Sunday, October 22, 2017. He was born on October 3, 1937. Survivors include his wife of 54 years Barbara Habib, daughter Lisa Habib, daughter Monica Lee, son Greg Habib, and five grandchildren. A U.S. Navy Two Bell Ceremony and a toast to the 30-year U.S. Navy...
Jeffery Donald Mills, 54, of Auburn, NY passed away October 21, 2017 in Summerville, SC. Jeff was born in Auburn, NY to Donald Mills and Sarah Brown, on March 20, 1963. He joined the navy in 1982, and served for four years. Jeff enjoyed anything sports related, spending time with his family, especially his granddaughter, and watching the Greenbay Packers...
Bettye E. Sturkie, 82, of Charleston, SC, wife of James C. Sturkie, passed away Friday, October 20, 2017. She was a Veteran, employed in civil service for the government. Expressions of sympathy may be viewed or submitted to www.mcalister-smith.com. Arrangements entrusted to McALISTER-SMITH FUNERAL HOME, GOOSE CREEK CHAPEL. 869 St. James Ave, Goose Creek, SC 29445.
Paul Bruce Simerly Jr., 48, of Summerville, passed away October 20, 2017. Born in Charleston, SC to the late Paul and Gloria Simerly Sr. Paul enjoyed NASCAR, watching Clemson football games, and spending time with friends and family. Survivors include his daughter Brooke Simerly of Summerville; granddaughter Addison Crider ; grandson Colton Crider; son-in-law Jeremy Crider; and son Dakota Simerly....
Charles Randall Gilmore, born Jan. 24 1927 son of Charles Reginald Gilmore and Huldah Randall Gilmore in Bronx, New York. As a child the family moved to Baldwin, where he started his education. At an early age, he was very industrious; from delivering papers, caddying for golfers to setting up pins at the local bowling alley. Randy loved music and...
Charles William ”Punky” Stephenson, Sr., 87, of N. Charleston, SC, entered eternal life October 19, 2017. The only child and beloved son of Charles Pat and Grace Ryan Stephenson, Charlie was born January 22, 1930 in Birmingham, Alabama. His family relocated to the Park Circle area of North Charleston, SC when he was eight years old. Charlie attended North Charleston...
Dr. Vincent P. Lannie, 86, of Charleston and husband of Joanne Lannie, passed away Wednesday, October 18, 2017. Vince was born on May 30, 1931 in Brooklyn, NY, to the late Joseph and Margaret Lannie. He was a Columbia University Alumnus who was a dedicated and well respected professor at Case Western Reserve, New York University, University of Notre Dame...
Mildred Cox, 101, of Charleston passed away on Tuesday, October 17, 2017. Mrs. Cox was born on November 2, 1915 in Montgomery Alabama to the late Austin Roper and Cora Fuller Roper. She retired from Abraham and Straus in Brooklyn, NY where she was an office manager. Mildred enjoyed gardening and needle craft. Her family will remember her as fiercely...
Gina Roehr Smith, 41, of Goose Creek, SC died, Monday, October 16, 2017. Born in Aberdeen, South Dakota to John Roehr and Charlotte Backous. Gina was a loving wife and mother. She was a devoted friend to many and always took care of everyone she met. The little things always meant so much to Gina but the unconditional love from...