Obituaries

Gary Lawton Ready

Gary Lawton Ready

Oct 7, 2021

WARNER ROBINS, Ga. - Graniteville - Graveside services for Gary Lawton Ready, 88, will be at 2 pm Wednesday, October 13, 2021, at The Historic Graniteville Cemetery, with Pastor Todd Sessions officiating.

Born in Graniteville, SC, in 1933, he was son of Charles Grady Ready and Ruth Floyd Ready. He died October 7 in Warner Robins, GA, surrounded by his...

Rev. Derrick S. Cutter

Rev. Derrick S. Cutter

Oct 7, 2021

Rev. Derrick Stewart Cutter, age 59, of West Columbia, S. C., loving husband for 39 years to Terrie Rowell Cutter and son of Rayce Prince (Bob) Wolgemuth and the late Bobby Cutter, answered God’s call and went to be with his Lord and Savior, who he had faithfully served for many years on Thursday, October 7, 2021 at Lexington Hospital...

James  Eben McGahee

James Eben McGahee

Oct 3, 2021

Mr. James Eben McGahee, age 59, son of the late Heber and Frances McGahee, entered into rest on October 3, 2021 at his home in Florida. He is survived by his brother, Howard Dean McGahee of Ocala Florida; a sister, Vera L. McGahee New of Aiken, SC, and several nieces and nephews.James will be greatly missed by all of his...

Faye B. Vickery

Faye B. Vickery

Sep 27, 2021

Mrs. Faye B. Vickery entered into rest Monday September 27, 2021. Mrs. Vickery was born in Hartsville, S.C. to the late Robert A. Boan, and Myrtle Malpass. As a member of Mid-Valley Baptist Church, she was very dedicated to her church family, and enjoyed singing during special events. She loved talking and interacting with people, and would always look for...

Robert D. Pierson Jr.

Robert D. Pierson Jr.

Sep 25, 2021

Mr. Robert D. Pierson Jr., age 59, entered into rest at his home on Saturday September 25, 2021. He is survived by his loving wife of 18 years, Debbie Lowe-Pierson; sons, Robert “Bobby” (Ashley) D. Pierson III, and Brad (Ashley) Ivey; daughter, Shannon Cobb; sisters, Crystal (Tim) Messersmith, and Robin (Wayne) Hutson; mother-in-law, Eunice New; brothers-in-law, Jeff (Kem) Lowe, and...

William Jeremiah Hawkins

William Jeremiah Hawkins

Sep 25, 2021

William Jeremiah Hawkins went to be with The Lord Saturday, September 25, 2021. Jeremiah, a brilliant young man, was born in Georgetown, SC in 1997. A graduate of Aiken High in 2015, he attended USC Columbia, where he received his Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering in December 2020. From USC, he went on to work with Filmwerks in Rocky Point,...

Ralph H. Boyd, Jr.

Ralph H. Boyd, Jr.

Sep 21, 2021

Mr. Ralph Hasting Boyd, Jr., age 85, beloved husband to the late Frances Boatwright Boyd, entered into rest on Tuesday September 21, 2021.

He is survived by his daughters, Teresa (Earl) Morris, Krista (Norman) Mastalsz, Stacey (Chris) Bledsoe; brother, Paul (Vickie) Boyd; ten grandchildren and two great grandchildren.In addition to his wife, he is preceded in death by his parents, Ralph,...

Mark S. Yon

Mark S. Yon

Sep 20, 2021

GRANITEVILLE - Mark Steven Yon, age 60 of Graniteville, SC entered into eternal rest on Monday, September 20, 2021. He is survived by his beloved wife, Debra Gunter Yon; mother, Peggy Davis Yon of New Holland, SC; daughter, Shelly Yon of Graniteville, SC; son, Joshua (Samantha) Yon and granddaughter, Emmy Yon of Beech Island, SC; brother, Earl Stanley (Joyce) Yon...

Tim R. Lewis

Tim R. Lewis

Sep 19, 2021

Mr. Tim R. Lewis, age 65, entered into rest on Sunday September 19, 2021.

He is survived by his brothers, Cliff (Karen) Lewis, Tony (Saundra) Lewis; and sister-in-law, Cynthia Lewis.He is preceded in death by his parents, Garnet Leo and Effie Mae Creed Lewis; and brother, Glenn Lewis.Mr. Lewis was a carpenter by trade, loved to be outdoors and enjoyed walking....

Erlene H. Brown

Erlene H. Brown

Sep 16, 2021

Mrs. Erlene H. Brown, age 83, of Warrenville, South Carolina found her peace on Thursday the 16th of September 2021 at Lexington Medical Center. Erlene was a graduate of LBC Highschool in 1956 and became a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She was an advocate of hard work, not retiring until age 80, having outlived many of the companies for...

Jessie Irene Stephens Carr

Jessie Irene Stephens Carr

Sep 13, 2021

Mrs. Jessie Irene Stephens Carr went to be with The Lord Monday September 13, 2021. Her passions were traveling to historical towns, genealogy, walking, playing horseshoes, Clemson, and listening to her favorite musical artist, Elvis Presley. Her strongest love was that of her family, who are at peace knowing she and her husband are finishing the dance they started here...

Joanne Smith Conaway

Joanne Smith Conaway

Sep 12, 2021

Mrs. Joanne Smith Conaway, born March 21, 1943, entered into rest at her home Sunday September 12, 2021.

Joanne led a full and adventurous life. A cosmetologist for more than 30 years, owning two shops, House of Beauty and DeAnn’s Hair Salon. For most of her life she was a member of Warrenville Church of God where she was an active...

Christopher Edward "Chris" Arthur

Christopher Edward "Chris" Arthur

Sep 10, 2021

Christopher Edward “Chris” Arthur entered into rest on Friday September 10, 2021 at the age of 42. Chris was born on January 26, 1979.

He is survived by his loving wife of 5 years Claudia Arthur; his children, Blake, Brannon, Blane, Chrissy and Madelyn; five grandchildren; many loving aunts, uncles, cousins; Giften Wood and Crystal Newsome.He is preceded in death by...

Rosa Lee Doolittle

Rosa Lee Doolittle

Sep 7, 2021

Ms. Rosa Lee Doolittle, age 95, went to her heavenly home on Tuesday September 7, 2021.

She is survived by her daughters, Linda (Dennis) Lanier, Diane Dingess; grandchildren, Denise D. Kendrick, Michael Dingess; and many great grandchildren.She is preceded in death by her parents, Vernon & Mary Lamb Kneece; brothers, Clifton and Richard Kneece; sister, Alice Kneece; brother-in-law, Earl Dingess; and...

Mary L. Key

Mary L. Key

Sep 6, 2021

Ms. Mary L. Key, age 76, beloved wife of the late Patrick O. Key, entered into rest on Monday September 6, 2021.

She is survived by her sons, Patrick (Wynnette) Key, Robert (Crystal) Key, Charles (Laura) Key; and grandchildren, Michael, Owen, Haley, Matthew, Kimberly, Jeslyn, Wyatt, Brandon, Hayden and Luke; and six great grandchildren.In addition to her husband, she is preceded...

Edward Ray Gregory

Edward Ray Gregory

Sep 6, 2021

Mr. Edward Ray Gregory, age 54, entered into rest on Monday September 6, 2021.

He is survived by his brother, Tommy Gregory (Sharon); sister, Tammy Woodward; a niece who was like a daughter, Cheyenne Woodward; nieces and nephews, Christopher Gregory, Catherine Squyres, Kaitlynn Haney, and Klaire Gregory; and one great nephew, Grayson Woodward.He is preceded in death by his parents, William...

Paul Guglieri

Paul Guglieri

Sep 2, 2021

Paul Guglieri, age 91, of Langley, S. C., loving husband for 50 years to Patricia Weathersbee Guglieri, entered into eternal rest on Thursday, September 2, 2021. In addition to his wife, he is survived by his son, Jefferson Paul Guglieri, Jr., a daughter, Cynthia Guglieri Kent and her spouse, John Kent, a son, Fred T. Ennis and his wife, Theresa;...

William "Ronnie" Jordan

William "Ronnie" Jordan

Sep 1, 2021

Mr. William “Ronnie” Jordan, 80, entered into rest Wednesday September 1, 2021. Born in Aiken County to the late Julius Luther and Mahala Altman Jordan, Ronnie worked for the Graniteville Company for 45 years. He loved to build things for his loved ones, and was known to be able to fix anything he put his hands on. He enjoyed spending...

Michael Ivan Moyer Jr.

Michael Ivan Moyer Jr.

Aug 31, 2021

Mr. Michael Ivan Moyer Jr., 35, passed away Tuesday August 31, 2021.

Born in Augusta, GA. in 1985, Michael owned his own business, and also helped his father doing electrical and plumbing work. He loved to go camping, hunting, and fishing. He also enjoyed driving tractors and heavy equipment. He was known to many for his kind and helping nature. He...

Catherine Izona Smith

Catherine Izona Smith

Aug 30, 2021

Mrs. Catherine Izona Smith, 84, entered into rest Monday August 30, 2021. Born in Ward, SC to the late Mose and Evelyn Kirkland, Mrs. Smith was a lifelong resident of Aiken County. She loved to garden, and to plant flowers in her yard. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She is preceded in death by her...