Obituaries

J. Allen Claxton

J. Allen Claxton

Sep 21, 2025

Mr. J. Allen Claxton, age 76, beloved husband to Mrs. Darlene Claxton, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, September 21, 2025, at his home in Beech Island. At Mr. Claxton's request, he will be cremated and there will not be a funeral service.

In addition to his wife he is survived by his children, Allyson Brown (Steven) and...

Angela Ruth Morgan

Angela Ruth Morgan

Sep 16, 2025

Angela Ruth Morgan entered into rest on Tuesday, September 16, 2025.

She is survived by her children: Brittany Simpson, Erin and Elijah Grant; Grandchildren: Jamaal, Jaela and Jordan; and as she called him, “My Luv” of 12 years Phillip Hatcher; and sisters Cathy and Heather Morgan.She is preceded in death by her parents, Edward and Betty Morgan; Brothers: Jimmy, David and...

Janice Mathis Barton

Janice Mathis Barton

Sep 15, 2025

Janice Mathis Barton, age 71, entered into rest on Monday September 15, 2025.

She is survived by her children, Andy R. Barton, Jr., Lillie Michelle Barton; grandchildren, Alec R. Barton, Arianna Rose Barton, Maria Bernarbe, Marissa Lynn Bracero, Amelia Rose Bracero; brothers, Tom Mathis, Larry (Helen) Mathis; and sister, Betty Plunkett.

She is preceded in death by her husband Andy Roy Barton...

Paula L. Collins

Paula L. Collins

Sep 12, 2025

A funeral service honoring her life will be held on Saturday, October 4, 2025, at 1 pm in chapel of Jackson Memorial Funeral Home. The family will receive visitors for 1 hour prior to the service. The interment will be at Aiken Memorial Gardens following the service.

Diana Rose DeGenaro

Diana Rose DeGenaro

Sep 12, 2025

Diana Rose DeGenaro, age 84, beloved wife of the late Robert DeGenaro entered into eternal rest on Friday September 12, 2025.

She is survived by her children, Robert Eugene DeGenaro, Barbara Kay DeGenaro, Lori Lynn DeGenaro; many grandchildren and several great grandchildren.

She was born on March 18, 1941 to Wilburn L. and June Maxine Will Joiner who is predeceased. She is...

Phillip L. Boyd, Sr.

Phillip L. Boyd, Sr.

Sep 5, 2025

Mr. Phillip Laron Boyd, Sr., Age 52, tragically passed away on Friday September 5, 2025.

He is survived by his sons, Phillip L. Boyd, Jr., Alex Lizer; mother, Mary Louise Cochran Boyd McGee; brothers, James Bradford Boyd, Larry Kip Boyd, Jeffery Boyd; and grandchildren, Natalie Boyd, Kaisley Boyd, Ryleigh Boyd.

He is preceded in death by his father, Larry Samuel Boyd.

Mr. Boyd...

Avril Janiene Pennington

Avril Janiene Pennington

Aug 29, 2025

Miss Avril Janiene Toole-Pennington, age 32, entered into rest on Friday August 29, 2025.

She is survived by her children, Kimorah, Kendall and Karter Taylor; mother, Donna Toole-Pennington; sister, Amanda Toole (Christopher) Isom; brother, Kirk Toole; and fiancé, Donavan Hunter Taylor.

She is preceded in death by her father, George Marion Toole; and sister, Miranda Toole.

Avril grew up attending Christian Heritage Church...

Joe Rodger "Rod" Fant, Jr.

Joe Rodger "Rod" Fant, Jr.

Aug 28, 2025

Mr. Joe Rodger "Rod" Fant, Jr., age 77, entered into rest on Thursday August 28, 2025 in Aiken, South Carolina.He is survived by his two nephews, Jason (Leslie) Redd, Bryan (Dee Dee) Redd; and a host of cousins.Born on May 30, 1948 in Union, South Carolina, he is the son of the late Joe R. Fant, Sr. and Dorothy Vaughn...

Joseph B. Hall, Jr.

Joseph B. Hall, Jr.

Aug 25, 2025

Mr. Joseph B. Hall, Jr., age 79, beloved husband to the late Mrs. Tamela C. Hall, entered into rest on Monday August 25, 2025.

He is survived by his sons; Kevin (Brandi) Hall, Kelly (Carla) Hall, Tracy (Betty) Hall, Brent (Julie) Johnson, Stacy (Sandy) Johnson; daughter, April (Johnny) Turner; many grandchildren and great grandchildren.

In addition to his wife he is preceded...

Lunette S. Yonce

Lunette S. Yonce

Aug 22, 2025

Ms. Lunette S. Yonce, age 88, beloved wife of the late Melvin V. Yonce, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Friday August 22, 2025.

She is survived by her children, Angela Yonce (Bobby) Sanders, Kenneth M. Yonce; grandchildren, Taylor (Mark)Thomas, Trevor Yonce (Mikaila Roberts), Braxton Sanders (Cheyenne Seobarrat); and great grandchildren, Brynn Thomas and Graelyn Yonce.

Ms. Yonce worked for the...

Chester Jameson "Jamie" Parker

Chester Jameson "Jamie" Parker

Aug 20, 2025

Chester Jameson “Jamie” Parker, age 41, entered into rest on August 20, 2025 in Albany, KY.

He is survived by his wife, Heather Parker; sister Crystal Chambers; brother, Chad Parker; mother and stepfather, April and Buddy Grimes; and father, Chester Parker.

Jamie enjoyed fishing and working on cars. He was loved by all and will be deeply missed.

A memorial service honoring his...

Jerry Norman Widener

Jerry Norman Widener

Aug 19, 2025

Mr. Jerry Norman Widener, age 76, beloved husband to Mrs. Linda Perkins Widener, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday August 19, 2025 at his home in Graniteville.In addition to his wife he is survived by his son, Randy (Sandy) Widener; granddaughters, Lauren Widener, Taylor Widener (Matthew) Pittz; brother, Kenneth (Janice) Widener and Daughter in law, Carla Widener.

He...

George O. Hutchinson

George O. Hutchinson

Aug 19, 2025

Mr. George O. Hutchinson, age 76, beloved husband to Mrs. Patsy Lee Hutchinson, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday August 19, 2025 at his home in Aiken.

In addition to his wife he is survived by his children; Linda (Jeff) McCarty, Janice (Ryan) McMillian, Michelle (Jeremy) Curles; nine grandchildren and three great grandchildren; and sister, Vicki Watts.

He is...

Tim S. DeLoach

Tim S. DeLoach

Aug 19, 2025

Mr. Tim S. DeLoach, age 70, beloved husband of the late Angelyn Ramsey DeLoach, entered into rest on Tuesday August 19, 2025 at his home in Graniteville.

He is survived by his son, Nathaniel (Ashley) DeLoach; sister, Becky Woodward; grandchildren, Ashley Altemose, Amber Altemose, Lily Keleshian, Emily Keleshian, Nathaniel Levi DeLoach, Evelyn Rose DeLoach, Gracie Angelyn DeLoach; and two great grandchildren,...

Sylvia Howard Parker Phillippi

Sylvia Howard Parker Phillippi

Aug 9, 2025

Mrs. Sylvia Howard Parker Phillippi, 91, entered into rest on Saturday, August 9, 2025 at her home surrounded by her family.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Harvey and Helen McNeely Parker; aunt/uncle Lloyd and Sue McNeely Weatherly.

She is survived by her loving husband of 73 years, Jimmy E. Phillippi; sons, Howard E. Phillippi and wife Libby; Steven E....

Ronald O'Brian New

Ronald O'Brian New

Aug 8, 2025

Mr. Ronald O'Brian New, age 86, entered into rest on Friday August 8, 2025.

He is survived by his children, Brenda Hall, Ricky New, Rhonda Jones; brother, Thom (Pat) New; step children, Bridget (Bubba) Courtney, Billy (Carmen) Storey; grandchildren, Michael Hall, Melanie (Marty) English, Ashley Jones; and numerous other grandchildren and great grandchildren.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Hunter,...

Melvin Dean Scott

Melvin Dean Scott

Aug 6, 2025

Mr. Melvin Dean Scott Sr., 66, entered into rest on Wednesday August 6, 2025 surrounded by his family.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Lee Roy and Dorothy Scott; brother, Lee Roy Scott Jr.; sisters, Nora Gonzales, Peggy Call; and Wanda Alumbaugh.

He is survived by his daughter, Casey (Shane) Welcher; son, Melvin Scott Jr.; brother Jamie (Wendy) Scott; grandchildren,...

Ruby Savannah Doolittle (Freeman)

Ruby Savannah Doolittle (Freeman)

Aug 6, 2025

Mrs. Ruby Savannah Doolittle (Freeman), 94, entered into rest on Wednesday August 6, 2025 surrounded by her family.

She is preceded in death by her first husband Harold Freeman; parents, Fred and Beulah Wall; and grandson Scottie White.

She is survived by her husband, David Doolittle; sister, Shirley Hill; daughters, Yvonne Matthews, Susan (Jerry) White; 3 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren, and 10...

Wanda Kay Burckhalter Shealy

Wanda Kay Burckhalter Shealy

Aug 4, 2025

Wanda Kay Burckhalter Shealy, age 73, entered into rest on Monday August 4, Burckhalter at her home surrounded by her family.

She is the daughter of the late James M. Burckhalter and the late Eva Widener Stone Burckhalter.

She is also preceded in death by the love of her life for 50 years, her husband, Alvin Shealy; sisters, Barbara Ann Stone Johnson,...

Onei Gue Keenan

Onei Gue Keenan

Jul 31, 2025

Mrs. Onei Gue Jones Keenan, age 67, entered into rest on Thursday July 31, 2025 at her home in Aiken.

She is survived by her husband, Randy Keenan; son, Tony Keenan; sister, Bonnie Jones Brodie; and grandson, Jude Keenan.

She is preceded in death by her parents, William S., Jr. and Mary Blackman Jones; and brother, William S. Jones, III.

Mrs. Keenan was...