Obituaries

Ronald Sigmon Walter Hass

Ronald Sigmon Walter Hass

Feb 3, 2022

 

Mr. Ronald Sigmond Walter Hass “Papa Ron”, after a long and wonderful life, went to his heavenly home on Thursday, February 3, 2022.

Ron was born on August 24, 1935, to the late Emil and Erna (Sell) Hass in Merrill, Wisconsin. He retired from the United States Army after 20 years, as a veteran of the Vietnam War...

Shirley Adkinson Proctor

Shirley Adkinson Proctor

Jan 29, 2022

 

Mrs. Shirley Adkinson Proctor, 80, entered into rest Saturday January 29, 2022.

Born to the late Earl and Joesphine Adkinson Sr. in 1941, she was a lifelong resident of Aiken County. She loved the mountains, flowers, and shopping. She was a homemaker, and took pride in taking care of her family, whom she loved dearly. She will be remembered...

Lewis Gordon Duncan

Lewis Gordon Duncan

Jan 29, 2022

Mr. Lewis Gordon Duncan, 80, entered into rest Saturday, January 29, 2022 at his home.

Born in Aiken, SC to the late William and Margaret Duncan. Lewis was a pipefitter and wielder by trade. He enjoyed working with his hands. He loved motorcycles and building them, having built his own motorcycle. Lewis also enjoyed making jewelry for others, and he...

Betty Cupidean Benson

Betty Cupidean Benson

Jan 27, 2022

Ms. Betty Cupidean Kitchings Benson, age 96, entered into rest on Thursday January 27, 2022 at her home in Beech Island, SC. 

She is survived by her nephews, Jonathan Glenn (Linda) Benson, Donald David Benson; brother-in-law, Rev. Donald Benson; and great niece Catherine Hernandez.

She is preceded in death by her two husbands, Johnny Palermo and Sam Benson; her parents,...

Sue Starnes

Sue Starnes

Jan 24, 2022

Mrs. Mary Susan “Sue” Starnes, age 66, beloved wife of Mr. William “Bill” Starnes, entered into eternal rest on Monday January 24, 2022.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by her children, Jason Starnes, Amy Moore, Matt Starnes; mother, Irene McCart; brother, Tommy McCart; sisters, Jennifer Kalei and Cathy Hemphill (Butch); and grandchildren, Landon Moore, Nicholas Starnes and Brady...

Danny Timmerman Marchant

Danny Timmerman Marchant

Jan 23, 2022

Mr. Danny T. Marchant entered into rest peacefully at his home on Sunday January 23, 2022.Born in Augusta, GA in 1939 to the late Daniel and Peggy Marchant, Danny was a kind and generous man with a great sense of humor. He attended Graniteville High School, graduating in 1957. While there he played football, basketball, and baseball. He went on...

Paul J. Lott Sr.

Paul J. Lott Sr.

Jan 21, 2022

Mr. Paul J. Lott Sr., 77, of Beech Island, SC, beloved husband of 60 years to Runette Lott entered into rest peacefully in his sleep at his home on Friday, January 21, 2022. Born in and a lifelong resident of Aiken County, he was the only child of the late William P. and Dorothy L. Lott. He worked 28 years...

Joyce  J. Vickers

Joyce J. Vickers

Jan 21, 2022

Ms. Joyce Johnson Vickers, age 89, beloved wife of the late Mr. William G. Vickers, entered into rest on Friday January 21, 2022 at her home.

She is survived by her sons, William Bruce Vickers, Darryl Vickers; daughters, Sharon Sue Vickers-Angelos, Vonney Annette Vickers; brother, Danny Lee Johnson; sisters, Janice Lanier, Jennine Daniels; grandchildren, Jamey Angelos, Gabriel, Christopher, Eric, Joshua, Derrick...

Michael  E. Franklin

Michael E. Franklin

Jan 20, 2022

Mr. Michael E. Franklin, age 37, entered into rest on Thursday January 20, 2022.

He is survived by his children, Evalynn and Skyler Franklin; father, Andy Franklin; mother, Lisa Ann Preston; sisters, Maria Thompson (Greg), Tiffany Gymer; and a host of aunts, uncles and cousins.He is preceded in death by his paternal grandmother, Mary Franklin; and maternal grandparents, James and Wilma...

Carolyn Marie Tinkham

Carolyn Marie Tinkham

Jan 18, 2022

Mrs. Carolyn Marie Tinkham passed away peacefully after a long illness surrounded by her children Tuesday January 18, 2022.Born in Monmouth, IL in 1949, Carolyn retired from Monmouth College before making Aiken County, SC her home. She was a member of New Covenant Presbyterian Church. She loved her church family. She enjoyed cooking, crafting, playing cards with the family, and...

James H. Corley

James H. Corley

Jan 18, 2022

Mr. James H. Corley peacefully entered into the eternal rest of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on January 18, 2022. A lifelong resident of Aiken County and the son of the late Henry Frank and Maude Clark Corley, he retired from the Veterans Administration as Supervisor of the Electrical and Engineering Dept. He faithfully served at Warrenville First Baptist...

Reuben  Benjamin "Ben" Smith, Jr.

Reuben Benjamin "Ben" Smith, Jr.

Jan 13, 2022

Mr. Reuben Benjamin “Ben” Smith, Jr., age 79, beloved husband to Mrs. Mary Nell Smith, entered into rest on Thursday January 13, 2022.

In addition to his wife he is survived by his children, Miriam B. Sandefer, Susan M. (Jimmy) Hughes, Robin M. (Buster) Brown, Reuben B. Smith, III., Stephanie L.R. (Dr. Edward Forde) Forde: brothers, Gregory W. Anderson, Woodrow J....

John C. Derrick

John C. Derrick

Jan 13, 2022

Mr. John C. Derrick, age 86, entered into rest on Thursday January 13, 2022.

He is survived by his son, Tim (Lisa) Derrick; grandsons, Jonathan L. (Alicia) Derrick, Justin T. (Amber) Derrick; six great grandchildren; brother, Reginald Derrick; and sisters, Harriett (James) Owens, Ana Martha (S.J) Hall, and Willette (Robert) Youmans.He is preceded in death by his loving wife, Mrs. Betty...

Albert Dwain Mayer

Albert Dwain Mayer

Jan 13, 2022

Mr. Albert Dwain Mayer, age 83, beloved husband to Mrs. Ann Hodson Mayer, entered into eternal rest on Thursday January 13, 2022.

In addition to his precious wife he is survived by his brothers, Jimmy Cyril (Vickie) Mayer, Julian Douglas (Mot) Mayer; sister, Janie Mayer (Rev. Andrew David) Eargle; brother-in-law, Jonhny (Beverly) Hodson; and sister-in-law, Julie Ferrara.He is preceded in death...

Ethel P. Mason

Ethel P. Mason

Jan 8, 2022

Mrs. Ethel P. Mason entered into rest Saturday January 8, 2022. Born in Aiken, S.C. to the late Ollie and Emma Powell, Ethel was a devoted member of Bath Pentecostal Holiness Church. She loved her church family, and enjoyed hosting bible study in her home. She delighted in cooking for her family. She will be remembered for being a loving...

M. Thomas "Tommy" Broach

M. Thomas "Tommy" Broach

Jan 8, 2022

Mr. M. Thomas “Tommy” Broach, age 66, beloved husband for 48 years to Sandra Paradise Broach entered into rest on Saturday January 8, 2022 at his home surrounded by his family and friends.In addition to his wife he is survived by his sons, Neil (Candie) Broach, Charles “Chuck” Broach (Tasha); nine grandchildren, Whitney Broach, Corey Broach, Aidan Broach, Avery Broach,...

Agnes Lowe Creed

Agnes Lowe Creed

Jan 5, 2022

Mrs. Agnes Lowe Creed, age 79, entered into rest January 5, 2022, at her residence in Graniteville, SC. She was a lifelong resident of Graniteville, and was retired from the Aiken County Public School District. She was a loving and caring wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and great grandmother. She will be greatly missed by her family, many friends, and all...

Emily Fulmer

Emily Fulmer

Dec 28, 2021

Ms. Emily Louise Whittle Fulmer, age 64, entered into rest on Tuesday December 28, 2021.

She is survived by her children, Christopher Heath Whittle (Charlene), Nathaneal Dustin “Dusty” Fulmer; grandchildren, Christopher Heath Whittle, II, Dryth Rhett Fulmer (Hannah), Shelby Anne Fulmer; great grandson Brendan Fulmer; siblings, Gloria Young, Allen Whittle (Debra); sister-in-law, Linda Whittle; and many nieces and nephews.She is preceded...

Bruce "Pappy" MacPhee

Bruce "Pappy" MacPhee

Dec 26, 2021

Mr. Bruce “Pappy” MacPhee, age 78, beloved husband to the late Mrs. Carolyn Rose MacPhee, entered into rest on Sunday December 26, 2021 at Doctor’s Hospital in Augusta, Ga.

He is survived by his daughters, Sherry MacPhee Hutto (Cary), Deborah Ann MacPhee (Fonda Proctor); grandchildren, Trevor Hutto (Mary), Bailee Hutto, Dawson Hutto, Haidyn Hutto; one great grandchild, William Hutto; brother, Robert...

Dana Nichole Richardson

Dana Nichole Richardson

Dec 25, 2021

Ms. Dana Nichole Richardson, age 48, passed away suddenly on Saturday December 25, 2021 at her home in Aiken SC.

She is survived by her parents, Teresa Ivey (Cecil) Scott; sister, Kayla Scott; fiancé, Jackson ‘Wayne’ Pope; aunts and uncles, Steve Ivey, Sharon Harley, Kevin (Elaine) Ivey, Shirley (Jerry) Couch; Carol (Gene) Herron, Ray (Sherry) Scott; and many family members...