Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Aiken South Carolina & Surrounding Areas.

Rosalyn Ware George

Rosalyn Ware George

Oct 24, 2026

ROSALYN WARE GEORGE, 97, widow of Billy Jack George, passed away peacefully Saturday, October 24, 2026 in Raleigh, NC.

Funeral plans will be announced.

SHELLHOUSE - RIVERS FUNERAL HOME, 715 EAST PINE LOG RD., AIKEN, SC

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

AIKEN, SC - Mr. Norman Ray "Norm" Prokup, 83, beloved husband of Beverly A. Prokup, passed away Monday, October 19, 2026.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 1:00 PM on Monday, November 2, 2026 at the Old St. Mary Help of Christians Catholic Church, 125 Park Ave SW, Aiken, SC 29801. Interment will follow in Calvary Cemetery. 

A full...

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...

Catherine Ellen Muzzillo

Catherine Ellen Muzzillo

Oct 6, 2026

Catherine Ellen (Kay) Muzzillo of Aiken, South Carolina, passed away quietly on Tuesday, October 6, 2026 after a brief illness.

Catherine was born to Edith Mae and James Joseph Walsh on Friday, December 13, 1927. She was the second oldest of nine siblings, raised in a loving but poor family in Lindenhurst, New York.

During World War II, Catherine proudly did her...

James Reilly Hammond

James Reilly Hammond

Oct 6, 2026

JAMES REILLY HAMMOND, 70, beloved husband of Julie Grimaud Hammond, passed away peacefully, Tuesday evening, October 6, 2026 with his loving family by his side.

Everything about Reilly was big. His laugh was big. His voice was big. His stories were big. His adventures were big. But most of all, Reilly’s love was big.

Reilly never believed in doing anything halfway. If...

Robert A. Caldwell, Jr.

Robert A. Caldwell, Jr.

Oct 5, 2026

Robert A. Caldwell, Jr. of Aiken, passed peacefully October 5, 2026, at his home. Robert was married to the late Joanne S. Caldwell for 66 years. He retired from the Department of Energy as a project manager nuclear engineer. Robert graduated from the University of Florida.

He is survived by his daughters June Caldwell Wilson (Mike), Lauree Caldwell, Leigh Anne Wilson...

Nancy Ellen Botke

Nancy Ellen Botke

Oct 4, 2026

Nancy Ellen Botke, 80, of Beech Island, South Carolina (formerly of Holt, Michigan) passed away peacefully on 10/4/26, surrounded with the love of her family. 

Born on 03/07/1946 in Mason, Michigan, Nancy was the daughter of Mary Ellen (Dexter) Meddaugh and Charles McMann. She lived a life centered around faith, family, and love. 

She was a beloved mother, grandmother, Mamie, GiGi, sister,...

Herbert Earl Willis

Herbert Earl Willis

Oct 3, 2026

Mr. Herbert Earl Willis, 79, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 3, 2026 at his residence. 

Earl was a lifelong resident of Aiken and was the son of the late John and Helen Mae Hamlet Willis. He proudly served his country as a United States Marine, completing a tour of duty in Vietnam, and later dedicated many years of his career...

Local Obituaries for Aiken South Carolina & Surrounding Areas.

Rosalyn Ware George

Rosalyn Ware George

Oct 24, 2026

ROSALYN WARE GEORGE, 97, widow of Billy Jack George, passed away peacefully Saturday, October 24, 2026 in Raleigh, NC.

Funeral plans will be announced.

SHELLHOUSE - RIVERS FUNERAL HOME, 715 EAST PINE LOG RD., AIKEN, SC

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

AIKEN, SC - Mr. Norman Ray "Norm" Prokup, 83, beloved husband of Beverly A. Prokup, passed away Monday, October 19, 2026.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 1:00 PM on Monday, November 2, 2026 at the Old St. Mary Help of Christians Catholic Church, 125 Park Ave SW, Aiken, SC 29801. Interment will follow in Calvary Cemetery. 

A full...

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...

Catherine Ellen Muzzillo

Catherine Ellen Muzzillo

Oct 6, 2026

Catherine Ellen (Kay) Muzzillo of Aiken, South Carolina, passed away quietly on Tuesday, October 6, 2026 after a brief illness.

Catherine was born to Edith Mae and James Joseph Walsh on Friday, December 13, 1927. She was the second oldest of nine siblings, raised in a loving but poor family in Lindenhurst, New York.

During World War II, Catherine proudly did her...

James Reilly Hammond

James Reilly Hammond

Oct 6, 2026

JAMES REILLY HAMMOND, 70, beloved husband of Julie Grimaud Hammond, passed away peacefully, Tuesday evening, October 6, 2026 with his loving family by his side.

Everything about Reilly was big. His laugh was big. His voice was big. His stories were big. His adventures were big. But most of all, Reilly’s love was big.

Reilly never believed in doing anything halfway. If...

Robert A. Caldwell, Jr.

Robert A. Caldwell, Jr.

Oct 5, 2026

Robert A. Caldwell, Jr. of Aiken, passed peacefully October 5, 2026, at his home. Robert was married to the late Joanne S. Caldwell for 66 years. He retired from the Department of Energy as a project manager nuclear engineer. Robert graduated from the University of Florida.

He is survived by his daughters June Caldwell Wilson (Mike), Lauree Caldwell, Leigh Anne Wilson...

Nancy Ellen Botke

Nancy Ellen Botke

Oct 4, 2026

Nancy Ellen Botke, 80, of Beech Island, South Carolina (formerly of Holt, Michigan) passed away peacefully on 10/4/26, surrounded with the love of her family. 

Born on 03/07/1946 in Mason, Michigan, Nancy was the daughter of Mary Ellen (Dexter) Meddaugh and Charles McMann. She lived a life centered around faith, family, and love. 

She was a beloved mother, grandmother, Mamie, GiGi, sister,...

Herbert Earl Willis

Herbert Earl Willis

Oct 3, 2026

Mr. Herbert Earl Willis, 79, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 3, 2026 at his residence. 

Earl was a lifelong resident of Aiken and was the son of the late John and Helen Mae Hamlet Willis. He proudly served his country as a United States Marine, completing a tour of duty in Vietnam, and later dedicated many years of his career...