Obituaries

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...

Dennis Hatten Risinger

Dennis Hatten Risinger

Jul 27, 2025

Mr. Dennis Hatten Risinger, age 78, sadly passed away on Sunday July 27, 2025.

Born in Charleston, SC on November 6, 1946, Dennis was the second of two sons born to James David Risinger and Orena Clark Risinger, who have since predeceased him.

Survivors include his beloved wife of 33 years, June Risinger; son Adam Risinger; daughter Rachel (Andrew) and baby granddaughter,...

Tonya Lynn Zorn

Tonya Lynn Zorn

Jul 23, 2025

Miss Tonya Lynn Zorn, age 35, of Warrenville, SC entered into rest on Wednesday July 23, 2025.

She is the daughter of Steven Zorn and Shelia Smith Everette both of Warrenville, SC.

In addition to her parents she is survived by her brothers, Michael Zorn, Steven Zorn, Kyle Freeman; and her "Fur Babies", Drako and Zoi.

Tonya enjoyed eating, loving on her dogs...

Linda Sue Collins

Linda Sue Collins

Jul 21, 2025

Mrs. Linda Sue Collins, age 76, beloved wife of 52 years to Mr. Howard "Bubba" Collins, entered into rest on Monday July 21, 2025.

In addition to her husband she is survived by her daughter, Vicki Lynn Rodriguez; brother, Ricky Lower; sister, Vicky Underwood; and several nieces and nephews.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Earl Lower and Margie Helen...

Deborah Martin Turner

Deborah Martin Turner

Jul 19, 2025

Mrs. Deborah Martin Turner, age 62, beloved wife to Mr. Michael Turner, entered into rest on Saturday July 19, 2025 at her home in North Augusta.

In addition to her husband she is survived by her daughter, Amanda DeLaigle; grandchildren, Kayden Turner, Carmine Turner; and mother, Jane Paschall McDermont.

She is preceded in death by her father, Richard Martin.

Mrs. Turner was a...

Wallace Broward Sumner

Wallace Broward Sumner

Jul 16, 2025

Mr. Wallace Broward Sumner, age 90, beloved husband for 68 years to Mrs. Carmen Gary Sumner, entered into rest on Wednesday July 16, 2025.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by his daughters, Tammy (Lawrence) O'Brien, Brenda (Tim) Davidson; grandchildren, Amber Davidson and Robert O'Brien; sister Valarie Tucker, sister-in-law Bennis Sumner and nephew Mike Sumner.

He is preceded in death...

Danny O. Storey

Danny O. Storey

Jul 13, 2025

Mr. Danny Owens Storey, age 82, entered into rest on Sunday July 13, 2025.

He is survived by his son, Michael (Aleshia) Storey; daughters, Tammy Penland, Robecca Smith; nine grandchildren and many great grandchildren.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Freddie and Dorothy Storey; and several siblings.

Mr. Storey proudly served and retired with 21 years of service from the United...