Obituaries

Ann Carter

Ann Carter

May 4, 2022

Ms. Ann Carter, age 77, entered into rest on Wednesday May 4, 2022.

She is survived by her children, Bradley (Valarie) Carter, Kimberly (Tim) Paymaster; grandchildren, Ashlee Paige Carter, Evan Ayer; brother, Leonard (Debra) Williamson; and sister, Betty (Johnny) Johnson.

She is preceded in death by her beloved husband, Vernon A. Carter; parents, Varney D. Ola Toole Williamson; and sister,...

Randy Davis Williamson

Randy Davis Williamson

May 2, 2022

Mr. Randy Davis Williamson, age 60, entered into eternal rest on Monday, May 2, 2022.

 

He is survived by his sister, Loraine Williamson.

 

He is preceded in death by his parents, Harmon and Bonnie Lee Williamson, and two brothers, Jerry Williamson and Jackie Williamson, Sr.

 

Mr. Williamson was a life-long resident of Aiken County. He enjoyed...

Johnny Clarence Guyton

Johnny Clarence Guyton

Apr 20, 2022

Mr. Johnny Clarence Guyton, 81, returned to his Lord and Savior Wednesday April 2o, 2022.

Born in Joanna, S.C. to the late Jessie Baughman and Myrtle Crapps. Johnny joined the United States Army and retired honorably after 30 years of dutiful service as a Sergeant Major. He was able to travel the world during his time with the Army, and...

Karen Ellen Cook Lewis

Karen Ellen Cook Lewis

Apr 13, 2022

Mrs. Karen Ellen Cook Lewis went home to her Lord and Savior Wednesday April 13, 2022.

Born in Roanoke, V.A. to the late Milton and Barbara Cook in 1953. She was a retired tax preparer, and former owner of Robertson’s Tax Service. Affectionally known as “Grannie” to many, she was a member of His Way Fellowship Church where she served...

Ernest Leon Holloway

Ernest Leon Holloway

Apr 12, 2022

Mr. Ernest Leon Holloway entered into rest Tuesday April 12, 2022.

Born in Aiken, S.C. to the late Ernest Holloway and Emma Mae Baker in 1940, Leon joined the National Guard after graduating High School, and was retired from the Graniteville Company. He loved to golf, and was extremely proud of having the opportunity to play a round at the...

Leonard Wayne Dooley

Leonard Wayne Dooley

Apr 10, 2022

Mr. Leonard Wayne Dooley went home to his Lord and Savior Sunday April 10, 2022.

Born in Graniteville, S.C. to the late Zona Ray Dooley and Annie Frances Hancock, Leonard was a lifelong resident of Aiken County. He was a Jack of All Trades, and if he couldn’t fix something no one could. He saw the best in people, and...

Gordon  L. Kneece

Gordon L. Kneece

Apr 6, 2022

Mr. Gordon L. Kneece “Papa Gordon”, age 95 of Warrenville, SC entered into eternal rest at home on Wednesday April 6, 2022. 

He was preceded in death by his wife Jenelle Kneece; sister, Shirley Waters; and brothers, Ronald, David and Alan.

He is the son of the late Price and Evelyn Kneece.

He is survived by his children, Carl (Dale),...

Juanita  Redd Watkins

Juanita Redd Watkins

Apr 1, 2022

Mrs. Juanita Redd Watkins passed away peacefully Friday April 1, 2022 at her home.

Born in Vaucluse, S.C. to the late Lonnie and Nellie Redd, Juanita was a life long member of The First Baptist Church of Vaucluse where she also sang in the choir, and was the lady’s softball team’s pitcher until 55 years of age. She enjoyed baking...

Polly Sue Pennington

Polly Sue Pennington

Mar 25, 2022

Polly Sue Pennington of Graniteville, SC passed peacefully with family around her at her home Friday, March 25, 2022.

Polly Sue Johnson  was born July 17, 1935 in Royston, GA, to Waymon and Flora Johnson. She had a brother, the late Buck Johnson and a sister, Cheryl Johnson. 

She married the late Walter Pennington in July 1971.  

She was loving...

John Truman Page

John Truman Page

Mar 14, 2022

On Monday, March 14, 2022, John Truman Page (born June 17, 1931) was welcomed to his eternal home by his Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ. In addition to joining many brothers and sisters in Christ who have gone before him, he will be received by his parents, A. W. and Irene Page of Graniteville, SC, and his three sisters, Audrey...

Brenda  Kilpatrick

Brenda Kilpatrick

Mar 11, 2022

Brenda Jean Drake Kilpatrick, loving wife of Roy Kilpatrick, passed away on Friday, March 11, 2022 at her home in North Augusta, SC surrounded by her family. Brenda was born on October 18, 1944 to Arthur and Mary (McGahee) Drake; the second of five children. She grew up in the Frog Hollow area of Augusta and graduated from Academy of Richmond...

Sara  Hammett Efird

Sara Hammett Efird

Mar 3, 2022

Mrs. Sara Hammett Efird entered into rest Thursday March 3, 2022.

Born in Aiken County to the late John C. and Jenny Ruth Hammett, Mrs. Efird worked for the Graniteville Company, and was a member of Graniteville First Baptist Church. To know her was to love her. She was widely known as an outgoing, loving, funny, and caring woman. She...

Jeffrey  W. Toole

Jeffrey W. Toole

Feb 25, 2022

Mr. Jeffrey Wooten Toole, age 61, entered into rest on Friday February 25, 2022.

He is survived by his sister, Kathy (Jack) Kneece; nephew, Wes Keenan; and special friend Shirley Sligh.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Learta W. Toole; sister, Marie Keenan;and brother, Dean Morrison.

Mr. Toole worked as a machinist for Bridgestone Big Tire...

Tony C. Sealy

Tony C. Sealy

Feb 23, 2022

Mr. Tony Claude Sealy, retired Licensed Professional Engineer at Savannah River Site, entered into rest on Wednesday February 23, 2022 at the age of 77. 

 

All his life, his intellect could not be smoldered, he eagerly pursued a number of activities and topics with pure curiosity and unusual talent. In his earlier years he worked alongside his Father with...

Leonard Barnes

Leonard Barnes

Feb 15, 2022

Mr. Leonard Barnes, Sr. entered into rest Tuesday February 15, 2022.

Born in Graniteville, S.C. to the late Albert “Shorty” and Annie Barnes, Leonard worked for the Graniteville Company for 47 years and has been attending Christian Heritage since 1959. He was a good mechanic and enjoyed traveling, especially to his favorite vacation spot, Myrtle Beach. He will be remembered...

Muriel Sandra Simpkins

Muriel Sandra Simpkins

Feb 14, 2022

Mrs. Muriel Sandra Simpkins entered into rest Monday February 14, 2022.

Born in Cambridge, MA to the late Walter and Roberta Mottinger, and has made South Carolina her home for the last 7 years. Before retirement she worked as a Registered Nurse. Muriel enjoyed knitting, and taking care of stray dogs and cats. As a member of Red bank Baptist...

William Charles Maddox

William Charles Maddox

Feb 8, 2022

Mr. William Charles Maddox, age 79, entered into rest on Tuesday February 8, 2022.

He is survived by his nephews, Keith Maddox, Charles K. Maddox, Donald J. Maddox, William Renye, III. (Lisa), John Eric Renye (Amy); niece, Stephanie M. Murph; and a host of great nieces and nephews and great-great nieces and nephews. 

He is preceded in death by his...

Josephine Green Walling

Josephine Green Walling

Feb 8, 2022

Mrs. Josephine Green Walling, age 84, beloved wife to Mr. Henry Walling, entered into rest on Tuesday February 8, 2022.

In addition to her husband she is survived by her sons, Ricky Sikes, Ronnie Sikes, Randy Sikes and Terry Sikes; sister, Jean Meeks; brothers, Rev. Benny Green, Eddie Green; twelve grandchildren and thirteen great grandchildren.

 She is preceded in death...

Danny Wyatt Martin

Danny Wyatt Martin

Feb 6, 2022

Mr. Danny Wyatt Martin, age 53, most commonly known as “Moped Danny”, passed away on Sunday February 6, 2022 doing what he loved to do, riding his moped.

He is survived by his sisters, Wanda Moseley, Terri Sanders, Deborah Weber; and brothers, Brian Fields, and Kevin Fields.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Harold Eugene Martin and Brenda...

Ann Zachmann

Ann Zachmann

Feb 3, 2022

Mrs. Ann Zachmann, 84, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, February 3, 2022.

She was the only child of the late Catherine and Dominick Novitski. Ann was born in Scranton Pennsylvania and lived there until she went to work at Cornell University in her early 20s. Most of her life was spent in Wilmington, Delaware where she...