Obituaries

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Alton Hugh Gaskins Sr.

Alton Hugh Gaskins Sr.

Sep 29, 2025

Alton Hugh Gaskins Sr., a beloved member of his community, passed away peacefully on September 29, 2025, in his hometown of Macedonia. Born on July 28, 1933, Alton spent his life dedicated to his family, career, and his faith.

Alton enjoyed a fulfilling career as a Building and Maintenance Supervisor at Home Telephone, where he served for 16 years. Outside of...

Jimmy L. Townsend

Jimmy L. Townsend

Sep 28, 2025

Jimmy L. Townsend, a dedicated member of the Moncks Corner Rural Fire Department and a beloved figure in the Berkeley County Fire Service, passed away on September 28, 2025, at the age of 61. Born on October 17, 1963, Jimmy dedicated his life to serving his community with courage and commitment.

A graduate of Berkeley High School, Jimmy advanced into a...

Robert Edward Watson Sr.

Robert Edward Watson Sr.

Sep 22, 2025

Robert Edward Watson, Sr., affectionately known as "Butch," passed away peacefully on September 22, 2025, at home with his family. First and foremost, Butch loved the Lord, dedicating his life to pursuing God and sharing his experience of that relationship with others. To know him was to know kindness, gentleness, honesty, and integrity.

Butch was born in Laurens County, the youngest...

Stanley Carnell Gaskins

Stanley Carnell Gaskins

Sep 21, 2025

Stanley Carnell Gaskins, born on January 19, 1960, in Moncks Corner, South Carolina, passed away peacefully on September 21, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer. He lived a life dedicated to both his family and his work, as a drywall contractor and owner of SCG Drywall company.

Stanley's career was marked by hard work and determination. In the Tri County...

Bruno Antoni Strzalka

Bruno Antoni Strzalka

Sep 9, 2025

Bruno Antoni Strzalka, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother, passed away peacefully on September 9, 2025, at the age of 78. He was born on November 9, 1946, in Naples, Italy, a son of Michal Strzalka and Maria Smuk Strzalka.

Bruno dedicated six years of his life to serving in the Army National Guard, an experience that instilled in him...

Delores Ann Fairey Hoff

Delores Ann Fairey Hoff

Aug 20, 2025

Delores Ann Fairey Hoff, peacefully passed away on August 20, 2025, just shy of her 75th birthday. Born in Walterboro, S.C. on September 4, 1950, she dedicated her life to nurturing others, both professionally as a retired nurse and personally through her profound commitment to family and faith.

Delores’ career in nursing was marked by her compassionate care and unwavering support...

James G. "Jim" Edwards

James G. "Jim" Edwards

Aug 14, 2025

James G. "Jim" Edwards, a cherished member of the Moncks Corner community and a dedicated family man, passed away on August 14, 2025, at The Village at Summerville. Born on July 18, 1936, in Conway, S.C., Jim lived a life marked by service, dedication, and love for his family and friends.

Jim's professional journey was distinguished and multifaceted. He served as...

Harry Sanders Gibson

Harry Sanders Gibson

Aug 13, 2025

Harry Sanders “Sandy” Gibson, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 13, 2025, at the age of 73. Born on March 24, 1952, in Allendale, South Carolina, Sandy was known for his warmth, humor, and unwavering devotion to family and friends.

A proud member of The Citadel Class of 1974, he earned his Bachelor of...

Clayton Owen Edmonds

Clayton Owen Edmonds

Aug 8, 2025

Clayton Edmonds, 65, of Goose Creek, passed away at his home and was found on Friday, August 8, 2025. It is believed he had passed earlier that week.Clayton was born on March 29, 1960, in Georgia, a son of James David Edmonds and Edna Faye Bloomer Edmonds. He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force. Clayton will...

Samuel Sylvester McGlamery

Samuel Sylvester McGlamery

Jul 30, 2025

Samuel (Mac) Sylvester McGlamery, 83, of Jamestown, South Carolina, passed away at home on July 30, 2025, surrounded by his family. He was born on June 07, 1942 in Albany, Georgia. He was a devoted husband, father and grandfather.

Mac was dedicated and hard-working. He spent 27 years serving our Navy as a Senior Chief Boatswain’s Mate. During his military career,...

Ninarea Mims Kizer

Ninarea Mims Kizer

Jul 28, 2025

Ninarea “Nina” Mims Kizer, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Monday July 28th.

Born and raised in Macedonia, South Carolina, Nina was a proud graduate of Macedonia High School and Palmer Business College. She spent many years serving her community through her work at the Charleston Naval Shipyard and later with the Social Security Administration in Georgetown,...

Seth Isaac Leonard

Seth Isaac Leonard

Jul 27, 2025

On July 27, 2025, my beloved son, Seth Isaac Leonard, died by suicide at just 29 years old after a long, heartbreaking battle with schizophrenia. Though his mind suffered deeply, Seth’s soul remained gentle, kind, and loving until the very end.

He experienced more loss than any one person should have to bear — his job, his relationship, and the ability...

Bob Rhett

Bob Rhett

Jul 26, 2025

Robert Pinckney Rhett, affectionately known as "Bob," passed away peacefully at his home in Pinopolis, South Carolina, on July 26, 2025, after a lengthy battle with cancer. He was born on November 11, 1955, in Columbia, South Carolina, and became a cherished member of the community and a devoted family man.

Bob's passion for music was evident from a young age....

Sandra Key Lipsey

Sandra Key Lipsey

Jul 22, 2025

Sandra Key Lipsey, a cherished member of her family and community, passed away peacefully on July 22, 2025, in St. Stephen, South Carolina. Born on June 25, 1946, Sandra dedicated over 30 years of her life to civil service, where she made a significant impact through her commitment and hard work.

Sandra's life was filled with love and joy, particularly in...

Joye Catherine Beaver Tart

Joye Catherine Beaver Tart

Jul 14, 2025

Joye Catherine Beaver Tart, born on August 8, 1939, in Perry, Florida, peacefully passed away on July 14, 2025, in Summerville, South Carolina. Joye lived a life full of love, dedication, and creativity, which will be cherished by all who knew her.

A retired seafood department manager with Winn Dixie, she devoted herself to her career while also nurturing her passions...

Elizabeth Ann Dennis Wrenn

Elizabeth Ann Dennis Wrenn

Jul 12, 2025

Elizabeth Ann Dennis Wrenn, affectionately known as Liz, was born on August 14, 1947, in Moncks Corner, South Carolina. She departed this life on July 12, 2025, in Charleston, South Carolina, leaving behind a legacy of love, service, and community.

Liz was a beloved daughter of the late John Fleetwood Dennis and Evelyn Brinson Dennis Paige of Bonneau. She was predeceased...

Doris Thompson Collins

Doris Thompson Collins

Jul 8, 2025

Doris Thompson Collins of Gilbert, SC passed away peacefully July 8, 2025 at the age of 92. Born on March 15, 1933, in Turbeville, South Carolina, she was the daughter of Archie Thompson and Ileen Dennis Thompson.

Doris was the widow of Lonnie Collins. She is survived by her two daughters, Sylvia Litchfield and Sandra Arbaugh; her grandsons Jason Litchfield (Kendall)...

Michael Eugene Neighbors

Michael Eugene Neighbors

Jul 5, 2025

Michael Eugene Neighbors, affectionately known as "Gene," passed away peacefully at his home in Moncks Corner, S.C. on July 5, 2025, at the age of 84. Born on April 24, 1941, in Moncks Corner, Gene was a cherished member of the community and a dedicated steward of the land through his career in farming.

Gene was known for his outgoing personality,...

Louis Kinard Jr.

Louis Kinard Jr.

Jul 5, 2025

Bishop Louis Kinard, Jr., 78, went home to be with the Lord on the 5th of July 2025.

He was born on November 5, 1946, in Charleston, SC, a son of Louis Kinard and Frances Thomas Kinard. He dedicated his life to the Lord in 1972 and would eventually become a minister for the Church of God of Prophecy where he...