Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Aiken South Carolina & Surrounding Areas.

Grady W. Yonce, Jr.

Grady W. Yonce, Jr.

Oct 29, 2026

Grady W. Yonce, Jr., 82, passed away peacefully on October 29, 2026, at Anchor Post Acute Care in Aiken. Born on June 21, 1944, in New Ellenton, SC, he was a lifelong resident of Aiken County and remained deeply connected and well known to the community he called home throughout his life. 

Mr. Yonce was a longtime member of Talatha Baptist...

Addison Grace Feraldi

Addison Grace Feraldi

Oct 28, 2026

Addison Grace Feraldi, 22, beloved daughter of Corey and Jennifer Feraldi, passed away Wednesday, October 28, 2026.

A Celebration of Addison's Life will be held at 11:00 AM Saturday, November 7, 2026, at Aiken's First Presbyterian Church with the Reverend Dr. Christopher Erde officiating.

The family will receive friends from 5:00-7:00 PM Friday, November 6, 2026, at SHELLHOUSE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 924...

James V. Bloomquist

James V. Bloomquist

Oct 27, 2026

James V. Bloomquist passed away on October 27, 2026, at the comfort of his home in Aiken, South Carolina. He was born on June 18, 1935, in Fargo, North Dakota, and spent his formative years in the suburbs of Chicago.

James was a graduate of the University of Illinois, where he earned bachelor degrees in both electrical and mechanical engineering. He...

Nancy B. Lawson

Nancy B. Lawson

Oct 24, 2026

Nancy B. Lawson, 79, passed away Saturday, October 24, 2026, in the comfort of her home in Aiken, South Carolina.

Born on December 3, 1946, in Sandusky, Ohio, Nancy was the daughter of Omer Mason and Rachael Meyer Mason. Born into a military family, she spent her early years living in many places before the family briefly settled in Chicago, where...

Rosalyn Ware George

Rosalyn Ware George

Oct 24, 2026

Heaven has gained another beautiful angel. Rosalyn entered into heaven on the morning of October 24, 2026.

Born in Kings Mountain, NC she was the youngest of five children of the late Jasper and Ida Ware. She was predeceased by three brothers and one sister.

After high school, she married the love of her life, Jack George. They were married for 69...

James Richard Cormany

James Richard Cormany

Oct 23, 2026

James Richard Cormany, affectionately known as Jim, passed away on October 23, 2026, at Aiken Regional Medical Center following a short illness. Born in Augusta, Georgia, on September 4, 1953, Jim grew up in Aiken, South Carolina, where his roots, family, and many lifelong connections began.

Jim graduated from Aiken High School in 1971. He attended Wofford College before transferring to...

Nathan Elmore Young

Nathan Elmore Young

Oct 22, 2026

Nathan Elmore Young, 79, of Aiken County, South Carolina, passed away on October 22, 2026.

Nathan proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. Following his military service, he devoted many years to a career as an over-the-road truck driver with Holland Atlantic Hitch Company. Known for his fun-loving spirit, quick wit, and playful sense of...

Milly Dufour Peters

Milly Dufour Peters

Oct 21, 2026

Aiken – Milly Dufour Peters, 97, passed away peacefully at her residence on October 21, 2026.

Milly was born on September 26, 1929, in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. She was the daughter of the late Ewing and Mozelle Smith. She was a Magna cum laude graduate of Murfreesboro Central High School in 1946. She received her AB Degree from Duke University and her...

Robin Wolfe Curtis

Robin Wolfe Curtis

Oct 19, 2026

Robin Wolfe Curtis passed away on October 19, 2026, at Piedmont Augusta Hospital. She was born on February 13, 1961, in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania. 

As a child, Robin was part of a military family and lived all over the world, an experience that helped shape her early life. She spent her formative years in Spartanburg, South Carolina, a place that remained...

Norman Ray "Norm" Prokup

Norman Ray "Norm" Prokup

Oct 19, 2026

Norman “Norm” Ray Prokup, age 83, of Aiken, South Carolina, passed away unexpectedly on October 19, 2026.

Norm was born on July 20, 1943, in Chicago, Illinois, the oldest of two children born to Charles “Kay” Prokup and Alice (Frigo) Prokup.

Norm graduated from Loyola University Chicago in 1965 and completed a master’s at American University in 1969. He served in the...

Lynn Shilling Newton

Lynn Shilling Newton

Oct 15, 2026

Lynn Shilling Newton, died on October 15, 2026, at NHC Healthcare in North Augusta, South Carolina. She was 96.

Born on June 24, 1930, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Lynn was the daughter of Alynn and Margot Abbott Shilling. In 2006, she moved to Aiken, where she made her home and was a member of First Presbyterian Church of Aiken. Prior to her...

Terry Martin Robinson

Terry Martin Robinson

Oct 15, 2026

Mr. Terry M. Robinson, 73, beloved husband of Carol Jo Robinson, passed away unexpectedly Thursday, October 15, 2026.

Terry was born in Athens, Georgia, to Martin and Florence Robinson. Terry grew up in Aiken, South Carolina, and graduated from Aiken High School in 1971. A gifted and talented craftsman, Terry worked for years as a plumber and pipe fitter at both...

Jeanie Seamster Roberson

Jeanie Seamster Roberson

Oct 15, 2026

Aiken, SC – Mrs. Jeanie Seamster Roberson, 68, cherished wife of Stanley E. “Butch” Roberson, Jr., passed away on Thursday, October 15, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.

Jeanie was born in Aiken, South Carolina on June 3, 1958, to the late Harold and Jean McAlister Seamster. She graduated from St. Angela Academy and Converse University. She was previously a journalist...

Julie "Julia" Mitchell

Julie "Julia" Mitchell

Oct 14, 2026

Julia Mitchell, 81, of Aiken, South Carolina, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, following a brief but courageous battle with cancer. She was surrounded by the immense love of family and friends.

Born on January 13, 1945, in Colorado Springs, CO, to Donald and Eleanor Herr, Julia lived life with style, creativity, and a wonderful appreciation for all things...

Martha Louise Killion

Martha Louise Killion

Oct 12, 2026

Martha Louise Killion, née Hornaday, passed away Monday, October 12, 2026, in the comfort of her home in Aiken, South Carolina. She was born on February 14, 1948, in The Dalles, Oregon.

Martha was a homemaker whose life was centered on home and family. She had lived in Aiken since the late 1980's and was known for her sharp wit and...

Delmar LeRoy Vogel

Delmar LeRoy Vogel

Oct 12, 2026

Delmar LeRoy Vogel passed away peacefully on October 12, 2026, at his home in Aiken, South Carolina.

Del was born in 1939, in Corsica, South Dakota to Martin and Wilma Vogel. At the age of eight, he moved with his family to Randolph, Wisconsin, where he spent much of his childhood.

Delmar was a natural competitor and athlete. During high school, he...

Robert Franklin Swingle, II

Robert Franklin Swingle, II

Oct 11, 2026

Robert Franklin Swingle, II, passed away Sunday, October 11, 2026.

Rob was born in Aiken, South Carolina, and remained a lifelong resident. He graduated from Aiken High School in 1975 and earned degrees in Chemistry (1979) and Chemical Engineering (1981) from the University of South Carolina, fostering an enduring commitment to the school he loved. Rob was an inveterate Gamecock: He...

Larry Melvin Talbert

Larry Melvin Talbert

Oct 11, 2026

Larry Melvin Talbert, a cherished resident of Aiken, SC, passed away peacefully on October 11, 2026.

Born on a Thursday, March 12th, 1936, in Albemarle, NC, Larry lived a life full of love, dedication, and service. He will be profoundly missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him.

Larry is survived by his beloved wife of 39 years, Virginia “Ginger”...

Anthony Gerard Allman, Sr.

Anthony Gerard Allman, Sr.

Oct 10, 2026

Anthony Gerard Allman, Sr., known to many as Tony, passed away on October 10, 2026, in Albany, New York, after complications from a fall. He was 68.

Born on January 8, 1958, in Newark, Ohio, Tony built a life marked by devotion to his family, commitment to his work, and enthusiasm for the pursuits he loved most. He retired as an...

Betty L. Mosley

Betty L. Mosley

Oct 10, 2026

Betty L. Mosley, 87, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Saturday, October 10, 2026, in the comfort of her home with her loving family by her side. Born on November 16, 1938, in Birmingham, Alabama, Betty lived a life marked by devotion to her family, her church, and the many people whose lives were touched by...

Local Obituaries for Aiken South Carolina & Surrounding Areas.

Grady W. Yonce, Jr.

Grady W. Yonce, Jr.

Oct 29, 2026

Grady W. Yonce, Jr., 82, passed away peacefully on October 29, 2026, at Anchor Post Acute Care in Aiken. Born on June 21, 1944, in New Ellenton, SC, he was a lifelong resident of Aiken County and remained deeply connected and well known to the community he called home throughout his life. 

Mr. Yonce was a longtime member of Talatha Baptist...

Addison Grace Feraldi

Addison Grace Feraldi

Oct 28, 2026

Addison Grace Feraldi, 22, beloved daughter of Corey and Jennifer Feraldi, passed away Wednesday, October 28, 2026.

A Celebration of Addison's Life will be held at 11:00 AM Saturday, November 7, 2026, at Aiken's First Presbyterian Church with the Reverend Dr. Christopher Erde officiating.

The family will receive friends from 5:00-7:00 PM Friday, November 6, 2026, at SHELLHOUSE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 924...

James V. Bloomquist

James V. Bloomquist

Oct 27, 2026

James V. Bloomquist passed away on October 27, 2026, at the comfort of his home in Aiken, South Carolina. He was born on June 18, 1935, in Fargo, North Dakota, and spent his formative years in the suburbs of Chicago.

James was a graduate of the University of Illinois, where he earned bachelor degrees in both electrical and mechanical engineering. He...

Nancy B. Lawson

Nancy B. Lawson

Oct 24, 2026

Nancy B. Lawson, 79, passed away Saturday, October 24, 2026, in the comfort of her home in Aiken, South Carolina.

Born on December 3, 1946, in Sandusky, Ohio, Nancy was the daughter of Omer Mason and Rachael Meyer Mason. Born into a military family, she spent her early years living in many places before the family briefly settled in Chicago, where...

Rosalyn Ware George

Rosalyn Ware George

Oct 24, 2026

Heaven has gained another beautiful angel. Rosalyn entered into heaven on the morning of October 24, 2026.

Born in Kings Mountain, NC she was the youngest of five children of the late Jasper and Ida Ware. She was predeceased by three brothers and one sister.

After high school, she married the love of her life, Jack George. They were married for 69...

James Richard Cormany

James Richard Cormany

Oct 23, 2026

James Richard Cormany, affectionately known as Jim, passed away on October 23, 2026, at Aiken Regional Medical Center following a short illness. Born in Augusta, Georgia, on September 4, 1953, Jim grew up in Aiken, South Carolina, where his roots, family, and many lifelong connections began.

Jim graduated from Aiken High School in 1971. He attended Wofford College before transferring to...

Nathan Elmore Young

Nathan Elmore Young

Oct 22, 2026

Nathan Elmore Young, 79, of Aiken County, South Carolina, passed away on October 22, 2026.

Nathan proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. Following his military service, he devoted many years to a career as an over-the-road truck driver with Holland Atlantic Hitch Company. Known for his fun-loving spirit, quick wit, and playful sense of...

Milly Dufour Peters

Milly Dufour Peters

Oct 21, 2026

Aiken – Milly Dufour Peters, 97, passed away peacefully at her residence on October 21, 2026.

Milly was born on September 26, 1929, in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. She was the daughter of the late Ewing and Mozelle Smith. She was a Magna cum laude graduate of Murfreesboro Central High School in 1946. She received her AB Degree from Duke University and her...

Robin Wolfe Curtis

Robin Wolfe Curtis

Oct 19, 2026

Robin Wolfe Curtis passed away on October 19, 2026, at Piedmont Augusta Hospital. She was born on February 13, 1961, in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania. 

As a child, Robin was part of a military family and lived all over the world, an experience that helped shape her early life. She spent her formative years in Spartanburg, South Carolina, a place that remained...

Norman Ray "Norm" Prokup

Norman Ray "Norm" Prokup

Oct 19, 2026

Norman “Norm” Ray Prokup, age 83, of Aiken, South Carolina, passed away unexpectedly on October 19, 2026.

Norm was born on July 20, 1943, in Chicago, Illinois, the oldest of two children born to Charles “Kay” Prokup and Alice (Frigo) Prokup.

Norm graduated from Loyola University Chicago in 1965 and completed a master’s at American University in 1969. He served in the...

Lynn Shilling Newton

Lynn Shilling Newton

Oct 15, 2026

Lynn Shilling Newton, died on October 15, 2026, at NHC Healthcare in North Augusta, South Carolina. She was 96.

Born on June 24, 1930, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Lynn was the daughter of Alynn and Margot Abbott Shilling. In 2006, she moved to Aiken, where she made her home and was a member of First Presbyterian Church of Aiken. Prior to her...

Terry Martin Robinson

Terry Martin Robinson

Oct 15, 2026

Mr. Terry M. Robinson, 73, beloved husband of Carol Jo Robinson, passed away unexpectedly Thursday, October 15, 2026.

Terry was born in Athens, Georgia, to Martin and Florence Robinson. Terry grew up in Aiken, South Carolina, and graduated from Aiken High School in 1971. A gifted and talented craftsman, Terry worked for years as a plumber and pipe fitter at both...

Jeanie Seamster Roberson

Jeanie Seamster Roberson

Oct 15, 2026

Aiken, SC – Mrs. Jeanie Seamster Roberson, 68, cherished wife of Stanley E. “Butch” Roberson, Jr., passed away on Thursday, October 15, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.

Jeanie was born in Aiken, South Carolina on June 3, 1958, to the late Harold and Jean McAlister Seamster. She graduated from St. Angela Academy and Converse University. She was previously a journalist...

Julie "Julia" Mitchell

Julie "Julia" Mitchell

Oct 14, 2026

Julia Mitchell, 81, of Aiken, South Carolina, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, following a brief but courageous battle with cancer. She was surrounded by the immense love of family and friends.

Born on January 13, 1945, in Colorado Springs, CO, to Donald and Eleanor Herr, Julia lived life with style, creativity, and a wonderful appreciation for all things...

Martha Louise Killion

Martha Louise Killion

Oct 12, 2026

Martha Louise Killion, née Hornaday, passed away Monday, October 12, 2026, in the comfort of her home in Aiken, South Carolina. She was born on February 14, 1948, in The Dalles, Oregon.

Martha was a homemaker whose life was centered on home and family. She had lived in Aiken since the late 1980's and was known for her sharp wit and...

Delmar LeRoy Vogel

Delmar LeRoy Vogel

Oct 12, 2026

Delmar LeRoy Vogel passed away peacefully on October 12, 2026, at his home in Aiken, South Carolina.

Del was born in 1939, in Corsica, South Dakota to Martin and Wilma Vogel. At the age of eight, he moved with his family to Randolph, Wisconsin, where he spent much of his childhood.

Delmar was a natural competitor and athlete. During high school, he...

Robert Franklin Swingle, II

Robert Franklin Swingle, II

Oct 11, 2026

Robert Franklin Swingle, II, passed away Sunday, October 11, 2026.

Rob was born in Aiken, South Carolina, and remained a lifelong resident. He graduated from Aiken High School in 1975 and earned degrees in Chemistry (1979) and Chemical Engineering (1981) from the University of South Carolina, fostering an enduring commitment to the school he loved. Rob was an inveterate Gamecock: He...

Larry Melvin Talbert

Larry Melvin Talbert

Oct 11, 2026

Larry Melvin Talbert, a cherished resident of Aiken, SC, passed away peacefully on October 11, 2026.

Born on a Thursday, March 12th, 1936, in Albemarle, NC, Larry lived a life full of love, dedication, and service. He will be profoundly missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him.

Larry is survived by his beloved wife of 39 years, Virginia “Ginger”...

Anthony Gerard Allman, Sr.

Anthony Gerard Allman, Sr.

Oct 10, 2026

Anthony Gerard Allman, Sr., known to many as Tony, passed away on October 10, 2026, in Albany, New York, after complications from a fall. He was 68.

Born on January 8, 1958, in Newark, Ohio, Tony built a life marked by devotion to his family, commitment to his work, and enthusiasm for the pursuits he loved most. He retired as an...

Betty L. Mosley

Betty L. Mosley

Oct 10, 2026

Betty L. Mosley, 87, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Saturday, October 10, 2026, in the comfort of her home with her loving family by her side. Born on November 16, 1938, in Birmingham, Alabama, Betty lived a life marked by devotion to her family, her church, and the many people whose lives were touched by...