Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Aiken South Carolina & Surrounding Areas.

Matthew Lawrence Bolon

Matthew Lawrence Bolon

Sep 11, 2025

AIKEN, SC - Matthew Lawrence Bolon, born on July 22, 1953, in Cleveland, Ohio, passed away peacefully at home on September 11, 2025, at the age of 72.

He dedicated over 40 years of his life to his career as a Procurement Senior Specialist with SRNS. In his younger years, Matthew enjoyed the thrill of operating the family marina, The Deck,...

Gary Thomas Lloyd

Gary Thomas Lloyd

Sep 11, 2025

Mr. Gary Thomas Lloyd, 77, beloved partner of Rose Maccio, passed away Thursday, September 11, 2025.

Obituary information will be provided by SHELLHOUSE FUNERAL  HOME, INC., 924 HAYNE AVE., AIKEN, SC

Joseph Edward Harden

Joseph Edward Harden

Sep 8, 2025

JOSEPH EDWARD HARDEN, 75, husband of the late Shirley Hough Harden, passed away Monday, September 8, 2025 in Aiken Regional Medical Centers.

Born in Ocilla, GA, Joe was a son of the late Bill and Olivious Hawes Harden. He lived most of his life in Aiken County. He was a former warehouse manager for Anheuser-Busch. He was a member of Shaws...

Charlene Sundstrom

Charlene Sundstrom

Sep 7, 2025

Charlene was born in Red Bank, NJ to Charles S. Hopla and Irene T. Hopla. She was also known by her nicknames of “Ahmee” by her sisters when they were very young, and “Jelly Bean” by her sister Donna.

After graduating from high school Charlene met Percy Sundstrom, whom she married a little more than a year later. They were a...

Eddie Jerry Seigler, Sr.

Eddie Jerry Seigler, Sr.

Sep 7, 2025

Mr. Eddie Jerry Seigler, Sr., 83, passed away Sunday, September 7, 2025.

Eddie was a lifelong resident of Aiken, son of the late Finley and Mary Hite Seigler. He served in the US Army, and retired from Owens Corning Fiberglass.

He is survived by his beloved wife, Verna Morse Seigler; son, Jason Seigler, daughter in law, Wendy Seigler; grandchildren, William, Jacob, Alexandria,...

Dora V. Shellhouse

Dora V. Shellhouse

Sep 7, 2025

GRANITEVILLE, SC - Dora V. Shellhouse, born in Bim, West Virginia, on March 12, 1931, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 7, 2025, surrounded by loved ones. She was the daughter of Ruby and Nollie Vickers of Madison, West Virginia, and was predeceased by her beloved husband, Charles L. Shellhouse; her parents; and several siblings and in-laws.

Dora was a devoted...

Beatrice Poole Derrick

Beatrice Poole Derrick

Sep 6, 2025

Beatrice Poole Derrick passed away peacefully in her home on Saturday, September 6th at the age of 87.

She was preceded in death by her husband, James Derrick, her daughter, Darlene Foster, her parents Levy Poole and Nora Wood, and her brothers and sisters Alberta Dillon, Frank Poole, and Calvin Poole.

Beatrice was born on April 16, 1938 in Swansea and met...

James A. "Jim" Harden

James A. "Jim" Harden

Sep 4, 2025

JAMES A. "JIM" HARDEN, 87, husband of the late Marianne Gregory Harden, passed away peacefully in his home in the early morning of Thursday, September 4, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

A native of Graham, NC, Jim was a son of the late John William and Rachel Johnston Harden. He graduated from Graham High School, where he served as Senior...

Rhuel Thomas Taylor

Rhuel Thomas Taylor

Sep 3, 2025

RHUEL THOMAS TAYLOR, 82, passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, September 3, 2025, in Aiken, SC

A native of Kansas City, KS, Rhuel was the son of the late Rhuel and Opal Stewart Taylor. He lived most of his life in Kansas City and had a successful career in advertising. Rhuel moved to Aiken 3 years ago from Leland, NC. He was a...

Dr. James "Jim" Harvey Gault

Dr. James "Jim" Harvey Gault

Aug 30, 2025

Dr. James Harvey Gault, 89, passed away on Saturday, August 30, 2025, at his home in Aiken, South Carolina. 

Born in White Plains, NY, Jim was the son of the late Emslie Nicholson Gault and Margaret Harvey Gault.  While his father’s job with the Coca Cola Company relocated the family throughout Jim’s formative years, he spoke most fondly...

Donna McFee White

Donna McFee White

Aug 29, 2025

Aiken – Donna McFee White, 54, passed away Friday, August 29, 2025

Donna was born in Prosperity, SC, daughter of the late Bobby and Tonya Elizabeth Wise McFee.

Donna is survived by her loving husband, Dale White; and numerous cousins, nieces, nephews, and in-laws.

Dale and Donna enjoyed taking in dinner and a movie after a long week. She did prefer a romantic...

Kitty Tripp Speed

Kitty Tripp Speed

Aug 25, 2025

On August 25, 2025, Kitty Tripp Speed, a cherished member of her community, passed into the arms of her Saviour at the age of 90. She was surrounded by her loving family.

She was born on October 10, 1934 in Easley, South Carolina, to Dot and Harold Tripp. She lived a dedicated life of service, caring for others and advocating for...

Robert Woodall Bean, Jr.

Robert Woodall Bean, Jr.

Aug 24, 2025

AIKEN, SC - Robert "Bob" Bean, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, was called home to be with his Savior on August 24, 2025. Born in Fairview, Alabama, Bob grew up on a farm, where he developed a strong work ethic, a deep appreciation for nature and gardening, both of which would stay with him throughout his life.

A talented...

Cecil Shannon Atchley, Jr.

Cecil Shannon Atchley, Jr.

Aug 24, 2025

Cecil Shannon Atchley, Jr., 81, of Aiken, SC, passed away Sunday, August 24, 2025.

Cecil grew up in Forest City, NC, the son of the late Cecil Shannon Atchley, Sr and Alda Grayson Atchley.

After graduating from Cool Springs High School, he attended Garner-Web University and East Tennessee State University.

Cecil proudly served his country in the United States Army and the National...

George Ray McClain

George Ray McClain

Aug 24, 2025

JACKSON, SC - Mr. George Ray McClain, 74, beloved husband of Sharon Downs McClain, passed away Sunday, August 24, 2025. He was in his home surrounded by his loving family.

George dedicated over 34 years of his life to being a maintenance mechanic at Pactiv Corporation. After retiring once, he returned to the workforce to craft gun barrels for Jarrett Rifles...

Christopher Gerald Seymour

Christopher Gerald Seymour

Aug 22, 2025

AIKEN, SC - Christopher Gerald "Chris" Seymour, 56, passed away Friday, August 22, 2025

A memorial service will be held at 10:00 AM on Saturday, August 30, 2025, at Shellhouse-Rivers Funeral Home. The family will receive friends following the service. A private interment will be held at St. Paul United Methodist Church Cemetery.

Born in Elmira, NY, Chris was the son of...

Kay Coward Wakefield

Kay Coward Wakefield

Aug 18, 2025

KAY COWARD WAKEFIELD, 80, widow of Don B. Wakefield, passed away Monday morning, August 18, 2025 in her home with her loving family by her side.

Born and raised in Aiken, Kay was the daughter of the late Hellen Hayes Coward and Hazeltine Chaffee Coward. A graduate of Aiken High School’s Class of 1962, she furthered her education at the University...

Clarence "Buzz" Steve Busbee

Clarence "Buzz" Steve Busbee

Aug 18, 2025

Clarence “Buzz” Steve Busbee, 71, passed away Monday, August 18, 2025.

Buzz was the son of the late retired Director of Aiken Department of Public Safety James Carroll Busbee Sr. (Rosemary) and Roseanne Hubbard Cooper (Gerald). He was also pre-deceased by his siblings James “Jimbob” Carroll Busbee Jr. (Michelle), Robert Flynn Busbee, and Carrolanne Busbee Proto (Richard). A lifelong resident of...

Alice Mary Flanders

Alice Mary Flanders

Aug 18, 2025

Alice Mary Finch Flanders passed away on August 18, 2025, in Aiken, South Carolina, following a brief illness. She was preceded in death by her parents, James and Mary Finch, and her brother, James Finch.

Born and raised in Connecticut, Alice grew up alongside her brother, James, and sister, Jeanne Finch Strode. She left the family home in 1956 when she...

Charles Thomas Spainhour

Charles Thomas Spainhour

Aug 17, 2025

Charles T. "Charlie" Spainhour passed away on August 17, 2025 in Aiken, SC after a brief illness.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on August 23, 2025 at 11 a.m. at St. Francis of Assisi Church in St. Albans, WV. Internment with Military Honors conducted by St. Albans VFW Post 6418 and American Legion Post 73 will follow at...

Local Obituaries for Aiken South Carolina & Surrounding Areas.

Matthew Lawrence Bolon

Matthew Lawrence Bolon

Sep 11, 2025

AIKEN, SC - Matthew Lawrence Bolon, born on July 22, 1953, in Cleveland, Ohio, passed away peacefully at home on September 11, 2025, at the age of 72.

He dedicated over 40 years of his life to his career as a Procurement Senior Specialist with SRNS. In his younger years, Matthew enjoyed the thrill of operating the family marina, The Deck,...

Gary Thomas Lloyd

Gary Thomas Lloyd

Sep 11, 2025

Mr. Gary Thomas Lloyd, 77, beloved partner of Rose Maccio, passed away Thursday, September 11, 2025.

Obituary information will be provided by SHELLHOUSE FUNERAL  HOME, INC., 924 HAYNE AVE., AIKEN, SC

Joseph Edward Harden

Joseph Edward Harden

Sep 8, 2025

JOSEPH EDWARD HARDEN, 75, husband of the late Shirley Hough Harden, passed away Monday, September 8, 2025 in Aiken Regional Medical Centers.

Born in Ocilla, GA, Joe was a son of the late Bill and Olivious Hawes Harden. He lived most of his life in Aiken County. He was a former warehouse manager for Anheuser-Busch. He was a member of Shaws...

Charlene Sundstrom

Charlene Sundstrom

Sep 7, 2025

Charlene was born in Red Bank, NJ to Charles S. Hopla and Irene T. Hopla. She was also known by her nicknames of “Ahmee” by her sisters when they were very young, and “Jelly Bean” by her sister Donna.

After graduating from high school Charlene met Percy Sundstrom, whom she married a little more than a year later. They were a...

Eddie Jerry Seigler, Sr.

Eddie Jerry Seigler, Sr.

Sep 7, 2025

Mr. Eddie Jerry Seigler, Sr., 83, passed away Sunday, September 7, 2025.

Eddie was a lifelong resident of Aiken, son of the late Finley and Mary Hite Seigler. He served in the US Army, and retired from Owens Corning Fiberglass.

He is survived by his beloved wife, Verna Morse Seigler; son, Jason Seigler, daughter in law, Wendy Seigler; grandchildren, William, Jacob, Alexandria,...

Dora V. Shellhouse

Dora V. Shellhouse

Sep 7, 2025

GRANITEVILLE, SC - Dora V. Shellhouse, born in Bim, West Virginia, on March 12, 1931, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 7, 2025, surrounded by loved ones. She was the daughter of Ruby and Nollie Vickers of Madison, West Virginia, and was predeceased by her beloved husband, Charles L. Shellhouse; her parents; and several siblings and in-laws.

Dora was a devoted...

Beatrice Poole Derrick

Beatrice Poole Derrick

Sep 6, 2025

Beatrice Poole Derrick passed away peacefully in her home on Saturday, September 6th at the age of 87.

She was preceded in death by her husband, James Derrick, her daughter, Darlene Foster, her parents Levy Poole and Nora Wood, and her brothers and sisters Alberta Dillon, Frank Poole, and Calvin Poole.

Beatrice was born on April 16, 1938 in Swansea and met...

James A. "Jim" Harden

James A. "Jim" Harden

Sep 4, 2025

JAMES A. "JIM" HARDEN, 87, husband of the late Marianne Gregory Harden, passed away peacefully in his home in the early morning of Thursday, September 4, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

A native of Graham, NC, Jim was a son of the late John William and Rachel Johnston Harden. He graduated from Graham High School, where he served as Senior...

Rhuel Thomas Taylor

Rhuel Thomas Taylor

Sep 3, 2025

RHUEL THOMAS TAYLOR, 82, passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, September 3, 2025, in Aiken, SC

A native of Kansas City, KS, Rhuel was the son of the late Rhuel and Opal Stewart Taylor. He lived most of his life in Kansas City and had a successful career in advertising. Rhuel moved to Aiken 3 years ago from Leland, NC. He was a...

Dr. James "Jim" Harvey Gault

Dr. James "Jim" Harvey Gault

Aug 30, 2025

Dr. James Harvey Gault, 89, passed away on Saturday, August 30, 2025, at his home in Aiken, South Carolina. 

Born in White Plains, NY, Jim was the son of the late Emslie Nicholson Gault and Margaret Harvey Gault.  While his father’s job with the Coca Cola Company relocated the family throughout Jim’s formative years, he spoke most fondly...

Donna McFee White

Donna McFee White

Aug 29, 2025

Aiken – Donna McFee White, 54, passed away Friday, August 29, 2025

Donna was born in Prosperity, SC, daughter of the late Bobby and Tonya Elizabeth Wise McFee.

Donna is survived by her loving husband, Dale White; and numerous cousins, nieces, nephews, and in-laws.

Dale and Donna enjoyed taking in dinner and a movie after a long week. She did prefer a romantic...

Kitty Tripp Speed

Kitty Tripp Speed

Aug 25, 2025

On August 25, 2025, Kitty Tripp Speed, a cherished member of her community, passed into the arms of her Saviour at the age of 90. She was surrounded by her loving family.

She was born on October 10, 1934 in Easley, South Carolina, to Dot and Harold Tripp. She lived a dedicated life of service, caring for others and advocating for...

Robert Woodall Bean, Jr.

Robert Woodall Bean, Jr.

Aug 24, 2025

AIKEN, SC - Robert "Bob" Bean, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, was called home to be with his Savior on August 24, 2025. Born in Fairview, Alabama, Bob grew up on a farm, where he developed a strong work ethic, a deep appreciation for nature and gardening, both of which would stay with him throughout his life.

A talented...

Cecil Shannon Atchley, Jr.

Cecil Shannon Atchley, Jr.

Aug 24, 2025

Cecil Shannon Atchley, Jr., 81, of Aiken, SC, passed away Sunday, August 24, 2025.

Cecil grew up in Forest City, NC, the son of the late Cecil Shannon Atchley, Sr and Alda Grayson Atchley.

After graduating from Cool Springs High School, he attended Garner-Web University and East Tennessee State University.

Cecil proudly served his country in the United States Army and the National...

George Ray McClain

George Ray McClain

Aug 24, 2025

JACKSON, SC - Mr. George Ray McClain, 74, beloved husband of Sharon Downs McClain, passed away Sunday, August 24, 2025. He was in his home surrounded by his loving family.

George dedicated over 34 years of his life to being a maintenance mechanic at Pactiv Corporation. After retiring once, he returned to the workforce to craft gun barrels for Jarrett Rifles...

Christopher Gerald Seymour

Christopher Gerald Seymour

Aug 22, 2025

AIKEN, SC - Christopher Gerald "Chris" Seymour, 56, passed away Friday, August 22, 2025

A memorial service will be held at 10:00 AM on Saturday, August 30, 2025, at Shellhouse-Rivers Funeral Home. The family will receive friends following the service. A private interment will be held at St. Paul United Methodist Church Cemetery.

Born in Elmira, NY, Chris was the son of...

Kay Coward Wakefield

Kay Coward Wakefield

Aug 18, 2025

KAY COWARD WAKEFIELD, 80, widow of Don B. Wakefield, passed away Monday morning, August 18, 2025 in her home with her loving family by her side.

Born and raised in Aiken, Kay was the daughter of the late Hellen Hayes Coward and Hazeltine Chaffee Coward. A graduate of Aiken High School’s Class of 1962, she furthered her education at the University...

Clarence "Buzz" Steve Busbee

Clarence "Buzz" Steve Busbee

Aug 18, 2025

Clarence “Buzz” Steve Busbee, 71, passed away Monday, August 18, 2025.

Buzz was the son of the late retired Director of Aiken Department of Public Safety James Carroll Busbee Sr. (Rosemary) and Roseanne Hubbard Cooper (Gerald). He was also pre-deceased by his siblings James “Jimbob” Carroll Busbee Jr. (Michelle), Robert Flynn Busbee, and Carrolanne Busbee Proto (Richard). A lifelong resident of...

Alice Mary Flanders

Alice Mary Flanders

Aug 18, 2025

Alice Mary Finch Flanders passed away on August 18, 2025, in Aiken, South Carolina, following a brief illness. She was preceded in death by her parents, James and Mary Finch, and her brother, James Finch.

Born and raised in Connecticut, Alice grew up alongside her brother, James, and sister, Jeanne Finch Strode. She left the family home in 1956 when she...

Charles Thomas Spainhour

Charles Thomas Spainhour

Aug 17, 2025

Charles T. "Charlie" Spainhour passed away on August 17, 2025 in Aiken, SC after a brief illness.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on August 23, 2025 at 11 a.m. at St. Francis of Assisi Church in St. Albans, WV. Internment with Military Honors conducted by St. Albans VFW Post 6418 and American Legion Post 73 will follow at...