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Peter John Mahoney

Peter John Mahoney

Nov 20, 2023

Mr. Peter John Mahoney, 73 of Columbia, SC, passed away recently.Born on June 22, 1950, in Chattanooga, TN, a son of Barbara McCormick Mahoney and J. Armstrong Mahoney.Growing up in Mt. Pleasant, Pete graduated Bishop England High School and attended Clemson University. He loved music and history, seldom missing an opportunity to collaborate with local musicians. After several years as...

Marie Grace Smith

Marie Grace Smith

Nov 20, 2023

Marie G. Smith, 86, of Mount Pleasant, wife to George B. Smith (died March 7, 2020), entered eternal rest on November 20, 2023. And, with her passing, the world lost one of its largest hearts. She loved her family, her church, and her country.

Marie was born on August 3, 1937, in Greenwich, Connecticut. She grew up with her parents,...

David Allen Comer

David Allen Comer

Nov 19, 2023

 

David “Dave” Allen Comer, 74 of Hanahan, South Carolina, passed away on Sunday, November 19, 2023.

  Born on December 28, 1948 in Hayward, CA Dave was the son of Lena Comer (Scharnhorst) and William Comer.  Dave was an avid sports fan, with a lifelong love for the San Francisco Giants, the San Francisco 49ers, and the Boston Celtics. ...

Marjorie Stratton Harm

Marjorie Stratton Harm

Nov 19, 2023

Marjorie Stratton Harm, 85, of Charleston, SC, passed away on Sunday, November 19, 2023. 

Born on March 17, 1938, in Jersey City, NJ, she was a daughter of the late Nola Frye Stratton and the late John Stratton. 

Marjorie grew up in the northeast and cherished memories of her childhood spent in Maine and Connecticut.  In 1956 she graduated from...

Nathen Douglas Head

Nathen Douglas Head

Nov 18, 2023

Dr. Nathen Douglas Head, of Charleston, SC, passed away in a tragic car accident on November 18, 2023, at the age of 37.

Nathen was born in Plymouth, MA to Eroca Shmuhl and Douglas Head and raised in Columbia, SC. After graduating from Spring Valley High School, Nathen attended Presbyterian College where he graduated with a degree in Biological Sciences....

Charles Kenneth Hyden

Charles Kenneth Hyden

Nov 18, 2023

Charles Kenneth Hyden, 91 of Hanahan, South Carolina, passed away on Saturday,November 18, 2023.

Born on February 29, 1932, in Woodway, Virginia, the Son of (the late) SarahHyden (Biggs) and Charlie Hyden. He lived the majority of his life in Lee County,Virginia. He and his Wife, Willie Poteet Hyden just celebrated their 70th weddinganniversary this past June 11.

Charles served...

Pennell M. Clamp

Pennell M. Clamp

Nov 18, 2023

Pennell McDaniel Clamp, 81 of Folly Beach South Carolina, passed away on Saturday, November 18, 2023.

He was born on May 2, 1942 in Aiken, SC, a son of the late Pennell and Helen (Carswell) Clamp.

He was a Christian, a member of the Folly Beach United Methodist Church, a former city councilman of the City of Folly Beach, a...

George Glenn Lawley

George Glenn Lawley

Nov 18, 2023

George Glenn Lawley beloved husband of Sue Bearden Lawley, entered into eternal rest at his home on November 18, 2023 with his wife by him.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Thursday November 30, 2023 at 1 p.m. with visitation prior to the service from 12 noon at McAlister-Smith Funeral Home, James Island, SC. 

Glenn was...

Dr. Thomas A. Dix, Ph.D.

Dr. Thomas A. Dix, Ph.D.

Nov 18, 2023

Dr. Thomas A. Dix, Ph.D. passed away at MUSC on November 18, 2023, surrounded by his family.

 

Tom was born January 7,1956 in Flint, MI. He completed his BS at the University of Michigan, his Ph.D. at Wayne State University, and his postgraduate work at Penn State.

 

He was a prolific researcher, publishing 100 scientific papers and holding...

Delbert Lee "Bert" McWilliams

Delbert Lee "Bert" McWilliams

Nov 18, 2023

Delbert Lee “Bert” McWilliams, 80 of Adams Run, South Carolina, passed away on Saturday, November 18, 2023.

Born on October 13, 1943 in Five Forks, Calhoun County, WV, Bert was a son of the late Hildred and Sarah Selmon McWilliams.

Bert was proud of his service in the United States Army serving in Vietnam. He also held several records in...

Brigitte Ilse Petruska

Brigitte Ilse Petruska

Nov 17, 2023

Brigitte Ilse Preikzas was born in Vagen, Germany. She grew up with her mother, Annelise and father, Heinz. Her mother was a homemaker and her father in fashion design after escaping World War 2.

She was a smart woman with much ambition. She loved to ski in the alps and travel the world with her friends. In 1979 Deutsche Bank transferred her to work in the...

Sean E Miller

Sean E Miller

Nov 16, 2023

Sean “Stud Trucker” Miller was “One of the Good Ones”. He was born on January 18, 1968 to Judy (Landon) Whittington and Roy Dale Grimes. He was later adopted by Terry Miller. Sean passed away on Thursday, November 16, 2023 at the age of 55. His battle with melanoma demonstrated his strength and courage. He fought hard until the end. 

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Jean R. Geer

Jean R. Geer

Nov 16, 2023

WEST COLUMBIA, SC:  Jean Rochester Geer, widow of John L. Geer, Jr. of West Columbia, SC went to her maker on November 16, 2023, at Lexington Medical Center.

Born September 10, 1940, in Seneca, SC, she was the daughter of the late Clyde O. Rochester and Nell Margaret Clark Rochester.

 She lived in Seneca until January 1, 1967, when...

Aimee Juliette Valentine

Aimee Juliette Valentine

Nov 14, 2023

 

Aimee Juliette Valentine, 50 of Ladson, South Carolina, passed away on Tuesday, November 14, 2023 at 10:30 p.m. in her daughter's home with her two children beside her, Craig and Chasity. 

 Born on March 27, 1973 in Memphis, TN was a daughter of her deceased parents Deborah Fielder (Warren) and Bobby Kail. 

 Aimee, AKA Julie, was a loving mother...

Richard D. McMahon

Richard D. McMahon

Nov 14, 2023

An obituary has not yet been posted on our website. Please check back as it will be uploaded as soon as it has been completed along with dates and times of any scheduled services. Thank you - James Island Chapel

Evelyn Jean Berner

Evelyn Jean Berner

Nov 9, 2023

Evelyn JEAN Berner of Mt. Pleasant, SC, formerly from Seabrook Island, SC passed away peacefully on November 9, 2023.  Born June 15, 1928 in Detroit, MI, Jean was the daughter of the Late John Walter and Nellie Alice (Sutton) Svoboda.

Jean was a member of The Church of Our Savior where she served both as an acolyte and a member...

Thomas Edison Bessinger, Sr.

Thomas Edison Bessinger, Sr.

Nov 9, 2023

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Thomas Bessinger, Sr., fondly known as "Tee," to those who know him well. He peacefully entered into eternal rest on Thursday, November 9, 2023, surrounded by his loving family.

Thomas was born on Oct. 23, 1931, on the family farm in Orangeburg, the son of the late Genora Thomas...

Robin McCravy

Robin McCravy

Nov 8, 2023

An obituary has not yet been posted on our website. Please check back as it will be uploaded as soon as it has been completed along with any dates and times of scheduled services. Thank you - West Ashley Chapel

Joseph Kelly

Joseph Kelly

Nov 8, 2023

Joseph Kelly, 80, of Charleston, SC, passed away on Wednesday, November 8, 2023. 

He was the fifth child born to Ethel H. Kelly and the late Isaiah Kelly on February 13, 1943.

Joseph was a dedicated employee of the U.S. Postal Service for 39 years before retiring. He received several recognition and awards for his accrued sick leave hours. He...

Rudolph Ernest Mancke III

Rudolph Ernest Mancke III

Nov 7, 2023

 

Rudolph Ernest Mancke, III., 78, of Cayce, South Carolina passed away on November 7, 2023, following a brief illness.

  Born on October 21, 1945 in Atlanta, Georgia, he was the son of Rudolph Ernest Mancke, Jr., and Lera Mixson Mancke.  

  Rudy grew up in the Duncan Park neighborhood in Spartanburg, South Carolina.  He spent much of his...

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