Recent Obituaries

Nov 3, 2023

Renne Otto Ballentine III, known fondly as Renne, passed away on November 3, 2023. Born on May 3, 1957, in Moncks Corner, he lived a rich life full of love from his family, friends, and the community. Renne was the son of parents R.O. Ballentine Jr. and Barbara Locklair Ballentine. He is survived by his wife, Cindy L. Ballentine...

Oct 21, 2023

Thomas Carlisle Kelly, known to family and friends as Carlisle, passed away on October 21, 2023, in Charleston, South Carolina. Born on July 13, 1996, in Stockbridge, Georgia, Carlisle was kind and known for his handiness and thoughtfulness. He attended Timberland High School and embarked on a career as an automotive mechanic, investing his passion for cars and trucks...

Oct 16, 2023

Kenneth Wayne Branham Jr., known fondly as Wayne, passed away unexpectedly at his home in Goose Creek, SC on October 16, 2023. Born on September 7, 1968, in Lexington, SC, he was the son of Patricia Anne Chaney Branham and the late Kenneth Wayne Branham Sr. A self-made entrepreneur, Wayne owned and operated his own upholstery business for more...

Oct 15, 2023

An obituary is not available at this time for Randal William Benton. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Oct 11, 2023

Michael Dean Locklear, passed away on October 11, 2023, in Berkeley County, the result of an unforeseen accident. Born on May 30, 1990, in Charleston, he was the son of Tommy Locklear and Ellen Moore Crosby, and grandson of Eleanor Reynolds and Bobby Moore. Michael will be forever remembered for his friendly nature, generous heart, and handy skills. He...

Oct 10, 2023

Charles Lee Dever, of Goose Creek, SC, peacefully passed away on October 10, 2023. Charles was born on August 7, 1950, in Bakersfield, CA, to parents Sherman and "Bobby" Osburn Dever. Charles is survived by his loving wife, Nadya, children Sonia (Garry) Barreto, Delos (Melissa) Dever, Nathon (Shine) Dever, Seth (Christina) Dever, Alena (Craig) Hutchinson, Levi (Jessie) Dever, Ben...

Oct 7, 2023

Raymond Paul Arbaugh, known affectionately as Paul, passed away peacefully on October 7, 2023, in Summerville, SC. Born on July 27, 1942, in Tazewell Co, Virginia, to the late James Raymond Arbaugh and Vivian Yates Arbaugh, Paul lived a life full of service, dedication, and love for his family and community. Paul was a devoted husband to Sandra Collins...

Oct 6, 2023

Francis "Jimmy" James Floyd of Moncks Corner, South Carolina, born August 11, 1941, passed peacefully on October 7, 2023. He was born to parents James Floyd and Daisy Wright Barnette. His life was marked by service, courage, and unceasing friendliness. After graduating from Berkeley High School, where he proudly served as the kicker for the first state championship football...

Oct 2, 2023

Cheryl Gerughty Gabler, passed away peacefully on October 2, 2023, in Moncks Corner, South Carolina. Born on June 14, 1956, in San Francisco, California, Cheryl's life was marked by her unwavering love for her family, her passion for cooking, and her adventurous spirit. Cheryl is survived by her loving parents of Great Falls, Montana, her devoted husband of Moncks...

Sep 30, 2023

Raymond H. Bowen, 84, of Bonneau, husband of Jean Crawford Bowen, died September 30, 2023.

Ray was born on September 4, 1939, in Camden, South Carolina. He was the son of Lester and Eva Quick Rouse.

Ray was a United States Army Veteran. After serving in the Army, he became a Civil Service employee for...

Sep 25, 2023

Dorothy Patton Denaro, 96, of Moncks Corner, widow of Louis Francis Denaro III, died Monday evening at her residence.

Born July 26, 1927 in Columbia, South Carolina, Dorothy was a daughter of Melvin Glenn Patton and Ruth Shirley Patton.

Her funeral will be 1:00 PM Saturday afternoon, September 30, 2023, at Russell Funeral Chapel. Interment...

Sep 24, 2023

Geraldine Lynn Grubb, 79, of Moncks Corner, SC, wife of Norman B. Grubb, Jr., passed away on Sunday, September 24, 2023.

Geraldine was born on March 23, 1944, in Indianapolis, Indiana to Cecil Lynn and Ida Perdue Lynn.

Geraldine was in the transportation industry, having worked as a bus driver for Greyhound for 25 years,...

Sep 23, 2023

Reverend Larry A. Bradberry, 82, of Macedonia, passed away September 23, 2023, after a brief illness.

Larry was born February 27, 1941, in Red Oak, Georgia, the son of Lonnie and Helen Bradberry.

Larry is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Paulette Padgett Bradberry; a son, Matthew A. Bradberry and his wife, Wendy;...

Sep 3, 2023

Britton Edward Nelson III, 48, of Moncks Corner, a welder by trade, died Sunday, September 3, 2023.

Eddie was born December 18, 1974, in Charleston, S.C., a son of Britton Edward Nelson Jr. and Phyllis Taylor.

Survivors include his mother; brother- Phillip Nelson of Moncks Corner; two sisters- Crystal N. Lofton and her husband Wayne...

Aug 23, 2023

Robert "Bob" Mason Bond, Jr., 85, passed on Wednesday, August 23, 2023. Bob was born in Sumter, SC, on June 9, 1938. He was the son of the late Robert Mason and Mary Elizabeth Bond. After living in Sumter for six years, he moved to Charleston, SC for six years, and later moved again to Orangeburg, SC for six...

Aug 22, 2023

Heidi Buxton lost her decade long battle with COPD on Tuesday, August 22, 2023. She passed away peacefully at her home.

Heidi had a smile that would brighten any room. She was well known in the community and her favorite activity was spending time with her family and friends. She was always cheerful and seldom complained, even...

Aug 13, 2023

An obituary is not available at this time for Candace (Brenton) Jackson. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Aug 10, 2023

Martin Lee Morris, 69, of Bonneau passed away suddenly Thursday, August 10, 2023. He was born on April 26, 1954, in Mineral Wells, Texas.

Martin was an avid hunter and fisherman and loved animals, especially his dogs Dozzier and Bones. He worked for Boeing where he retired due to an injury.

Surviving are his siblings-...

Aug 2, 2023

Fay Brady Ruediger, 86, of Alvin, widow of Heinrich George Ruediger, passed away Wednesday August 2, 2023.

Fay was born March 31, 1937 in Swansea, S.C., a daughter of Jack L. Brady and Azilea Lloyd Brady.

After graduating from Chicora High School in 1954, Fay went to work as a telephone operator with Southern Bell....

Jul 30, 2023

Barry Anthony Malasky,82, of Bonneau, widower of Bonnie Smith Malasky, died at home on Sunday, July 30, 2023. He was born on July 5, 1941, in Pennsburg, Pa., the son of  Anthony "Tony" Malasky and Arlene Schlicher Malasky.

"Ski", as Barry was called, entered the US Navy after graduation from high school, serving during the Cuban Missile...