Recent Obituaries

Apr 25, 2025

Betty Jean Maxey, affectionately known as "Jean," passed away peacefully at her home in Cross, South Carolina, on April 25, 2025, at the age of 89. Born on June 12, 1935, in Honea Path, South Carolina, she brought joy and love to the lives of those around her throughout her remarkable life.

Jean dedicated a significant part of her career as...

Apr 22, 2025

Edna Ward Jordan, a respected and beloved figure in her community, passed away on April 22, 2025, at the age of 90. She was born on October 9, 1934, in Berkeley County to parents Henry P. Winter and Beulah Moore Winter and raised by her adopted parents Roland H. Ward and Annie L. Winter. Edna's life was characterized by her...

Apr 10, 2025

Brother Vincent Rohaley completed his journey with us early morning, April 10, 2025. We commend him to the loving mercy of God and thank God for his life with us for these past 33 years. Brother Vincent was born and raised in Akron, Ohio. He was educated in Catholic schools and studied for the diocesan priesthood, leaving studies before ordination,...

Apr 7, 2025

Jordan Reef Ann Olheiser, born on February 28, 1995, in Charleston, S.C., left this world too soon on April 7, 2025. She was a vibrant soul whose passions and interests touched the lives of many around her.

A proud graduate of Berkeley High School, class of 2013, Jordan further pursued her education in construction management at both the University of South...

Apr 5, 2025

Arleigh Carlton Wells Jr., passed away on April 5, 2025, at the age of 86. Arleigh was a lifelong resident of Berkeley County, having entered this world on November 13, 1938, the beloved son of Arleigh Carlton Wells Sr. and Edwardina Lyons Wells.After graduating from Berkeley High School, he served in The US Army Reserve for seven years. Arleigh had...

Apr 4, 2025

Mar 29, 2025

Jäger William Dorn, an angel on earth for a brief but precious moment, graced us with his presence on March 28, 2025.

Jäger, was the cherished son of Baylee Jeanine Brooks and Brayden William Dorn. He is also survived by his grandparents, Nikki Taylor, Tim Dorn and Susanne Dorn, along with his great-grandmothers, Anne Taylor and Dale Rhodes, and great grandfather,...

Mar 12, 2025

Amy Deanne Gaskins Stewart, lovingly known as Amy to her family and friends, passed away peacefully on March 12, 2025, in her birthplace of Moncks Corner, S.C. Amy was born to the late Edson Daniel Gaskins Jr. and Wanda Johnson Platts on April 18, 1974, and she embraced life with a spirit that lifted everyone around her.Blessed with a love...

Mar 7, 2025

Edward Keenan Dean, known affectionately as Eddie, departed this earth on March 7th, 2025, at the age of 79, in Charleston, S.C. Born on June 21, 1945, in Lancaster, S.C., he was the beloved son of the late William Edward Dean and Edith Gay Dean.

A proud U.S. Navy Veteran, Eddie dedicated many years to Santee Cooper as a transportation mechanic...

Mar 7, 2025

Charlene Linda White Thornley, known fondly as Charlene, passed away peacefully on March 7, 2025, in her birthplace of Charleston, S.C.. She was born on July 10, 1944, to Truit Great White and Ruth Hazel Connor White.

Charlene is survived by her husband of 60 years, Leroy Hugh Thornley Jr.; her three sons, Leroy H. Thornley III, Steven G. Thornley, and...

Mar 7, 2025

Edith Hodge: Sunrise 04-06-1944 Sunset 03-07-2025

Widow of Robert Hodge, Mom to Susan, Ronnie and Steven. Granny to Lee, Amanda and Remington. Great Granny to Addysen, Tristen, Robbie, David, Sullivan, Ryland and Addy .She loved movies, music and trips down the road. She loved to travel and or just stay home and play Skipbo. She is loved and missed here on...

Mar 1, 2025

It's with a Heavy Heart that we announce the passing of Wayne Lee Sweatman. He passed away on March 1st at 35 years old. Wayne was born in Charleston, S.C., July 28th, 1989, and grew up in the Berkeley County area. Wayne was a Heavy equipment operator for most of his career. He enjoyed playing guitar, fishing and golfing. Wayne...

Feb 21, 2025

Feb 21, 2025

Norval A. Barnes, affectionately known as Norval, departed this world on February 21, 2025, at his home in Moncks Corner, S.C., surrounded by his family. He was born in the same town on March 15, 1943, to Adville Calhoun Barnes and Georgia Newell Barnes.Norval honorably served his country as a proud US Army Veteran and then continued his service with...

Feb 18, 2025

Ithene”Tena”Hood Forte, at the age of 92, entered into eternal rest on February 18, 2025, in Summerville, S.C., surrounded by her family and friends. She was born as the daughter of Harry Middleton Hood and Minnie Floyd Hood on April 26, 1932, in Summerville, S.C.

After many years being employed by Santee Cooper, she retired to enjoy traveling with friends and...

Feb 17, 2025

Barry Oneal Blackmon, fondly known as Barry by friends and family, passed away peacefully at his home in Bonneau Beach, S.C., on February 17, 2025, at the age of 73. Born in Orangeburg, S.C., on April 13, 1951, to George Tunny Blackmon and Helen Sanford Blackmon, Barry grew into a man of strong values and generous heart. First and foremost...

Feb 15, 2025

Melinda Ann Legette, known as Melinda to her family and friends, passed away peacefully at her home in Macedonia on February 15, 2025, at the age of 45. Born on June 27, 1979, in Charleston, S.C., Melinda was the daughter of Homer Steve Legette and Barbara Dick Guerry.

As a loving mother and grandmother, her greatest joy came from the time...

Jan 28, 2025

Eva, who was a loving soul, had a unique way about her that would light up a room everywhere she went. She was a natural born comedian who could make people laugh within seconds of her entering a room.

Although she had no grandchildren, Eva was known to many little ones as "Grandma Eva". Her childhood nickname was "Bug", and many...

Jan 27, 2025

Freddie Louise Wright, known as Teddy, passed away on January 27, 2025, at the age of 83 in Moncks Corner, South Carolina. Born on November 21, 1941, in Orangeburg, S.C., she was the daughter of Dorsey James Wright and Alma Louise Myers Wright.

Freddie's is survived by her son, Billy C. King II, and his wife, Kimberly; her sister, Elaine Richard;...

Jan 25, 2025

Doris Virginia Holleman McCutchen, passed away on January 25, 2025, in Charleston, S.C., at the age of 84. Born on August 22, 1940, in Hannah, South Carolina, she was the daughter of Vincent Gilbert Holleman and Ruth Goins Holleman.

Doris was the widow Horace L. McCutchen. She is survived by her two sons, Michael McCutchen, Mitch McCutchen and his wife Dawn;...