Obituaries

Mar 8, 2025

Donna Faye Phillips was born on February 5, 1963 to the late Barbara Steadman and Eugene Williams. She was called to take her place in her heavenly home on March 8, 2025.

Donna was born in Aiken County. At an early age, Donna's family relocated to Jamaica, Queens New York, where she attended New York Public Schools....

Mar 4, 2025

Johnny Julius Morgan, Sr., entered into eternal rest on March 4, 2025, in Decatur, GA, at the age of 84. Johnny was a beloved son, husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. He lived a life full of love and laughter.

Johnny was born on Feb. 22, 1941, in Salley, SC, as the third youngest...

Feb 5, 2025

Mrs. Elouise Drafts Gary was born on September 9, 1947 to the late Sims and Hattie Mae Drafts in Leesville, South Carolina. On February 5, 2025 Elouise gained her precious wings.

Elouise attended Rosenwald School in Lexington, SC. Prior to her marriage, she resided in the Gilbert and Mt. Zion communities for many years. At an early...

Feb 4, 2025

Mr. Anthony Bethea was born on March 19, 1961, to Patsy Dean Bethea and the late Clark Benjamin Thompson. He peacefully transitioned from this life on February 4, 2025. Raised in Lexington County, South Carolina, Anthony was educated in the Lexington County public school system and Charlotte, North Carolina, Mecklenburg County.

Anthony had a passion for sports...

Feb 4, 2025

Ms. Sherry Ann Swedenburg was born on September 28, 1969, to Devon Swedenburg and the late James Swedenburg in Wagener, South Carolina.

Sherry was a proud 1987 graduate of Wagener-Salley High School. She earned an associate's degree in medical office administration from Virginia College.

Sherry worked for Wagener Manufacturing Company until it closed. She ended...

Feb 1, 2025

Deacon Robert K. Felder was born on September 27, 1957 to the late Fletcher Felder and Margaret C. Felder in Aiken County, SC.

Robert graduated from Wagener-Salley High School in 1976. He was a huge supporter of the Wagener-Salley High Football team.

Robert was a faithful member of Antioch Missionary Baptist Church where he became...

Jan 23, 2025

Mr. Richard Williams was born on March 24, 1974 to the Rosetta W. Brown and the late Raymond Lee Brown in  Aiken County. He was affectionally known as "Peanut" to his family and friends.

Peanut was educated in the Aiken County Public School  System. He was especially proud to be a father and  grandfather. Peanut enjoyed spending...

Jan 14, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Robert Johnson Bey, affectionately known as "Bey" who left his earthly form on January 14, 2025. Born in Brooklyn, New York, on November 5, 1941, Bey was the eldest of ten children.  He was a beacon of strength and resilience earning his high school diploma from the NYC educational system and...

Jan 4, 2025

Deacon Joseph C. Younginer was born on January 21, 1945, in Lexington, South Carolina, to the late Conrad and Ella Rose Younginer. He peacefully transitioned on January 4, 2025 at his home surrounded by his loving family.

Joseph was the second of nine children born in a loving and close nit family. He attended Lexington Rosenwald School...

Dec 30, 2024

Wanda Louise Tyler, born on April 19, 1966, in Aiken County, South Carolina, to the late Lucielle Landy and Lee Staley, peacefully transitioned on December 30, 2024.

Wanda was a proud Honor Graduate of Wagener-Salley High School. She gave her life to Christ at an early age while attending Chalk Hill Baptist Church. She wore many hats...

Dec 25, 2024

Marjorie Pough Davis, daughter of the late Addlee Pough and the late Lenton Amaker was born on October 23, 1944, and peacefully transitioned to her heavenly home on December 25, 2024 while surrounded by her loving family.

Marjorie was born in North, South Carolina, but later moved to Pelion, South Carolina where she has lived for over...

Dec 21, 2024

Vernice Scott, daughter of the Mardia and the late Willie Jones, peacefully transitioned to her heavenly home on December 21, 2024.

Vernice was born on July 23, 1950, in Malden, Missouri.  She relocated to South Carolina and later married Eddie Lee Scott who preceded her in passing.

Vernice was also preceded in passing by her...

Dec 12, 2024

Elizabeth Elaine Guyton Penn, daughter of the late Jacob and Willimae Guyton was born on November 26, 1952, in Wagener, South Carolina, and peacefully transitioned to her heavenly home on December 12, 2024.

Elaine was a faithful member of Baughmanville Baptist Church.  She started attending at an early age and was baptized when she was 6 years...

Dec 3, 2024

Christopher Joseph Brown, son of Nancy Elizabeth Lucas Brown and the late Joseph C. Brown, was born on October 21, 1960, and transitioned to his heavenly home on December 3, 1960 while surrounded by his family and friends.

Christopher, also known as Chris, was born in New York, New York.  He and his family later relocated to...

Nov 30, 2024

Darrelle D. Wheeler Peterson "Denard" , 36, transitioned on April 4th, 2025. Born on May 7th, 1988, in Augusta, Georgia, Darelle was the beloved son of Samantha and La Roy Peterson. A proud member of the local community, Darrelle attended Aiken High School and later graduated from Cornerstone Christian School. He furthered his education at Universal Technical Institute, always...

Nov 30, 2024

Mr. Richard Dennis Keisler was born in Lexington, South Carolina on November 22, 1951.  He was the youngest child of the late Alonza Sr. and Mildred Keisler.  Dennis Departed this life on Saturday, November 30, 2024, in Lexington, South Carolina, while at home surrounded by his family and loved ones.

Dennis attended Lexington Rosenwald School and graduated...

Nov 12, 2024

Mrs. Azealea DeVault Bigelow Green, departed this life on November 12, 2024, peacefully at home. Born, June 16, 1944, in Gilbert, SC, she was the daughter of the late L. J. and Essie L. DeVault She was a 1963 graduate of Battin High School, Elizabeth, NJ and later attended Middlesex County College, Edison, NJ.

Azealea was a...

Nov 6, 2024

Mr. Melvin Williams, son of the late Lucielle Landy and the late Ernest Lee Staley, was born on January 28, 1959 and passed on November 6, while being comforted by his family and friends.

Melvin was a lifelong member of the Wagener community.  He was educated in the schools of Aiken County, SC, and he attended Chalk...

Nov 1, 2024

Kathy Friday Davis was born November 15, 1960, to Wade Friday Sr. and Sylvia Johnson Friday. She was raised in the Red Hill Community around her five siblings. Kathy passed away on Friday, November 1, 2024.

Kathy grew up in Aiken County and was educated in the Aiken County Public School System. She was a proud graduate...

Oct 29, 2024

Mr. Clavin Lee Brown, son of the late O'Dell Dick Brown and the late Pearlie Mae Jones Brown, was born on February 25, 1964, and passed on October 29, 2024.

Calvin was born in Dania (South Broward County) Florida.  He attended the schools of South Broward County, and later moved to Salley, SC and graduated from Wagener-Salley...