Obituaries

Jan 6, 2024

Lone Costello Gunter, 64, of Aiken, South Carolina, passed away on January 6, 2024, in Columbia, South Carolina.

Born on March 19, 1959, in Aiken, South Carolina, Lone was the beloved son of Lone McFadden Gunter and Lessie Mae Glover, both of whom preceded him in death.

After graduating from Wagener-Salley High School, Lone answered...

Jan 4, 2024

Mrs. Hattie Hay Williams was born on June 8. 1947 in Aiken County, South Carolina.  She was the daughter of the late Toll and Sam Ella Tyler Hay.  She transitioned to her heavenly home on January 4, 2024.

Hattie was a sweet woman who would give the shirt off her back to another person if they needed...

Jan 2, 2024

It was Tuesday, November 5, 1957, that  the late Rufus and Rosie Otts Thomas were blessed with their first son.  They named him Maurice Allison Thomas. He would continue to mature and grow and be blessed by his family and the New Holland Community of Wagener, SC.

He was active in church at Baughmanville  and Chalk Hill...

Dec 15, 2023

Phoebe Caldwell Dunn, age 85, beloved daughter, sister, wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away after a brief illness on December 15, 2023.

Phoebe was born on January 25, 1938, in Ashland, Kentucky, and was an only child for her first seven years of life. Her status abruptly changed when she arrived home from school one day to...

Dec 11, 2023

MR. EDWARD SAMUELS was born May 3, 1957 to the late Willie and Louise Bolton Samuels.

Edward entered into eternal rest on Monday, December 1 1, 2023 at Carlyle Senior Care of Aiken, Aiken, South Carolina.

At an early age, Edward joined the Saron Baptist Church. He attended A. L Corbett School, Wagener, South Carolina. ...

Dec 4, 2023

John Miles entered the world on January 20, 1965, to Shirley M. Edwards and Jasper Kitchings in New Holland, SC.  John was called home on December 4, 2023. John Miles spent half his life as a local and long-haul truck driver, but to most, he will be remembered as their favorite mechanic. John was a brother, uncle, and father...

Nov 30, 2023

Jessie James "Mudd" Scurry, son of the late Justine Darnes Scurry and the late Jessie Lee Scurry, was born on June 19, 1958, and passed away on June 30, 2024.

Jessie was born in Wagener, SC, and was a lifelong resident of New Holland and Wagener SC. He received his educational, learning and trades with the Wagener-Salley...

Nov 25, 2023

Eartha Mae Charley, 80, of Wagener, SC, peacefully departed from this earthly realm on November 25, 2023, in Aiken, SC. She graced this world with her presence on May 26, 1943, in Aiken County, SC. Eartha, a cherished mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, exemplified a life rooted in humility, gratitude, and respect for all of creation.

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Nov 22, 2023

Gloria Watley was born November 25, 1945 in Cameron, SC.  She was one of 14 children born to Angie Kennedy.

Gloria excelled in athletics, becoming a two-sport athlete at Orangeburg Wilkinson High School, where she was also voted "Ms. Congeniality".

Gloria was introduced to Alonzo Watley in Washington D.C. by her sister Dorothy. The two...

Nov 9, 2023

Arthur Lee Staley, also affectionately known as "Bubba," peacefully passed away on November 9, 2023, at the age of 72 in Aiken, South Carolina. Born on December 1, 1950, in Aiken County, Arthur was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend.

Arthur's journey began in Aiken County, where he received his education in the Aiken...

Oct 7, 2023

Minister Michael O'Neal Seawright was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend who departed this life on October 7, 2023 at the age of 66. He was born on April 24, 1957 to the Late Wilson and Nancy Mae Seawright. He grew up in Aiken County, South Carolina and graduated from Wagener-Salley High School.

Minister Seawright...

Sep 27, 2023

Mr. Sylvester Ray, son of the Late Eugene Ray and the Late Rebecca Ashley Ray, was born on December 27, 1955 in Orangeburg County South, Carolina.  He peacefully transitioned to his new resting place on September 27, 2023.

Sylvester attended the public schools of Lexington County, South Carolina.

Sylvester worked all of his adult life...

Sep 26, 2023

Mr. Bobby James was born on February 25, 1950, in Orangeburg County, South Carolina to the late Mr. Boy James and the late Mrs. Bethsheba Clemons James.  On Tuesday September 26, 2023, the Lord reached down and claimed one of his own.

Mr. Bobby James departed this life at his residence in Pine Dale, South Carolina.

Sep 21, 2023

Willie Marion Black Jr., son of the late Willie Marion Black Sr. and Roberta Black was born on October 8, 1947 in Lexington, South Carolina.

Willie was a graduate of Lexington Rosenwald High School, class of 1965.  He enlisted in the US Army in 1965 and served his country for four years.  During this time, he completed...

Sep 18, 2023

Lyle Jaye Hines, son of Dores Simmons, was born on April 3, 1975 and passed on September 18, 2023.

Lyle leaves to cherish the memories of the life he lived two sons, Tamir Hines and Aljabir Hines; one daughter Desirea Hines; one grandson and a host of other family members and friends.

Service information will...

Sep 14, 2023

Carrie Lean Williams

"Guild Me O Thou Great Jehovah"

Carrie Lean Williams, born on May 19, 1933, in Georgia to proud parents Jim Henry of Canton, MS, and Mariah Watson of Poplarville, MS, peacefully passed away on September 14, 2023, at her home in Lexington, SC, with the loving presence of two of her devoted...

Sep 11, 2023

Morris Ray, age 64, passed away on September 11, 2023. He was born January 1, 1959, to Eugene Ray and Rebecca Ashley Ray.

Morris worked for Fogle Brothers, Guinyard Brick Company, and Transtel of Pelion from which he retired due to health reasons. He remained active by pressure washing, cutting yards and maintaining his landscaping business.

Sep 10, 2023

Lashanda Michelle Patterson was born on Saturday, April 2, 1988, in Augusta, GA.

She was educated in the Barnwell County School System and was a 2007 graduate of Williston-Elko High. Shanda, as she was affectionately called, loved playing sports during her adolescent years. She enjoyed being a cheerleader, as well as playing basketball, volleyball and running track....

Aug 31, 2023

Barbara Jean Patterson, daughter of the late Leila Mae & Junious Patterson, was born on Monday, April 2, 1951, in Aiken, SC. She quietly and swiftly transitioned on Thursday, August 31, 2023, while surrounded by her loving family.

Barbara was a 1971 graduate of Martha Schofield High. At an early age, Barbara was baptized at Mt. Harris...

Aug 17, 2023

Dauson Riley Lindon, son of Dorothy Boyd Linden and Stephen Linden was born on March 31, 2003 and died August 2023.