Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Aiken South Carolina & Surrounding Areas.
Peggy J. Gurske
Feb 7, 2026
Peggy Jo Gurske age 72, of Aiken, South Carolina passed away on Saturday, February 7, 2026, surrounded by the love of her husband Richard and the gentle whinnies of the horses and pets she adored. She was born on November 23, 1953 in Marshall Texas.
Peggy loved riding and taking care of their array of horses,competed in horse shows and rode...
Andrew (Andrea) P. Giannopoulos
Feb 7, 2026
Mr. Andrew P. Giannopoulos, 95, passed away Saturday, February 7, 2026.
Andrew was born in Sparta, Greece, son of the late Panagiotis and Starvroula Vasilakou Giannopoulos. Andrew came to the United States in 1952, and owned and operated restaurant businesses in New York before relocating to Aiken, SC. He liked to play bingo and attend various functions at the Holy Trinity...
Howard Loton Rasmussen
Feb 7, 2026
HOWARD LOTON RASMUSSEN, 71, beloved husband of Ljudmilla Sheveljova Rasmussen, passed away Saturday, February 7, 2026 in Wellstar MCG Health Medical Center in Augusta.
A native of New York City, Howard was son of the late Dr. Loton Horton Rasmussen and Emma Larsen Rasmussen. He proudly embraced his Norwegian heritage, honoring Viking ancestry inherited from both sides of his family. He...
Barbara Senterfeit Arthur
Feb 5, 2026
AIKEN, SC - Mrs. Barbara Senterfeit Arthur, 63, beloved wife of Neal Eugene Arthur, passed away Thursday, February 5, 2026.
Services will be private.
SHELLHOUSE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 924 HAYNE AVE., AIKEN, SC 29801
Michelle Lynn Burns
Feb 4, 2026
Michelle Lynn Burns, beloved wife of Daniel James Eidson, passed away Wednesday, February 4, 2026.
My Michelle. Michelle was extraordinary, beautiful, kind, intelligent, graceful, with that southern charm. She carried herself with a quiet elegance that people don't forget. She was radiant, the kind of woman who contained multitudes. She loved music of every genre, art, cooking, fashion, football and old...
Stephen John Gavin
Feb 4, 2026
STEPHEN JOHN GAVIN, 80, beloved husband of Brenda Osgood Gavin, passed away Wednesday, February 4, 2026 in Piedmont Augusta Hospital after years of bravely battling heart disease. He was born in East Millinocket, ME, the son of the late John and Lillian Powers Gavin.
An exceptional student, Steve graduated as Valedictorian from Garrett Schenck High School in 1964, where he excelled...
Noah Joseph Bloese-Bueno
Feb 3, 2026
AIKEN, SC - Noah Joseph Bloese-Bueno, born on May 8, 2004, in Conyers, GA, passed away on February 3, 2026.
He was a creative soul who loved making music on his computer and had just embarked on an exciting journey of starting a clothing design company with friends. Noah was also passionate about building things, showcasing his hands-on abilities and creative...
Tate Barlow Molony
Feb 3, 2026
Tate Barlow Molony, age 25, of Aiken, SC, passed away on February 3, 2026. A lifelong resident of Aiken, Tate was the son of Billy Molony and Vanessa Sterling. He was known for his kind spirit and big heart, cherishing his family and friends.
Tate was an avid supporter of Clemson sports, a passion that resonated throughout his life and was...
Kent Tillman Sapp
Feb 2, 2026
Kent Tillman Sapp, 59, Trenton, SC passed away on February 2, 2026 in his home surrounded by his loving family.
Kent was born Sept. 3, 1966 to Ronald and Carol (Osmundson) Sapp in Boulder CO. Kent grew up in rural Leonard, ND where he helped his beloved stepfather Lloyd (deceased) with some farming and went to school until 9th grade. He...
Paul "Dub" W. Bankes
Feb 1, 2026
Paul William “Dub” Bankes passed away Sunday, February 1, 2026, without much fanfare. He hopes y’all had a better day. Dub had a great life, a wonderful wife, Ruth, a few good friends, many acquaintances, loving parents (now deceased), and a couple of great dogs in his time.
Dub grew up in Middletown, PA, the son of William H. and Charlotte...
Shirley Schneider Powell
Jan 30, 2026
Shirley Schneider Powell, 97, widow of Charles Perry Powell, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 30, 2026, in the comfort of her home.
Born in Saginaw, Michigan, Shirley was the daughter of the late Ervin Schneider and Margaret Wilk Schneider. She spent much of her early life in Saginaw and in East Tawas, Michigan, where her family built a cherished log...
Ruth M. Davis
Jan 29, 2026
VIRGINIA “RUTH” MATTHEWS DAVIS
Virginia Ruth Matthews Davis, known as Ruth, passed away peacefully in her home on January 29, 2026, in Aiken, South Carolina, at the age of 93. Born on July 15, 1932, in Tifton, Georgia, Ruth lived a life marked by adventure, resilience, joy, and a deep connection to her family and those around her.
Ruth’s Favorites & Passions
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Reba Hall Temples
Jan 29, 2026
Reba Hall Temples, age 93, beloved widow of J. B. Temples, peacefully passed away on January 29, 2026.
Born in Kershaw County, South Carolina, Reba was a daughter of the late John Bruce and Annie Parker Hall. Her early life was spent in Edgefield, South Carolina, before she moved to Aiken, where she resided for the entirety of her adult life....
Lisa VaKay Parker
Jan 28, 2026
Lisa VaKay Parker, 65, of Beech Island, South Carolina, passed upward on Wednesday morning, January28, 2026 after battling a long illness. Lisa passed quietly in the presence of her longtime partner, and caregiver, Kevin Frisby, also of Beech Island, SC.
Lisa was born February 7, 1960, in Dayton, Ohio, to parents, Dorothy Maxine Parker and Richard Kay Parker, as the first...
Raymond Randolph Brantley
Jan 26, 2026
Raymond Randolph Brantley, age 85, passed away on January 26, 2026.
Raymond was born on June 11, 1940, to Elvis and Catherine Brantley. He graduated from St. Angela Academy and later served in the United States Marine Corps, proudly serving his country. He was also a former Grand Knight of the Knights of Columbus, and worked in maintenance at the Savannah...
Bethany Lynn McCotter
Jan 25, 2026
Bethany Lynn McCotter, age 77, passed away on January 25, 2026, of natural causes in Aiken, South Carolina.
Bethany was born in Battle Creek, Michigan on September 7, 1948, to James Cassius and Anna Louise (Hartung) Welsh. She graduated from Lakeview High School in 1966. She worked as a telephone operator at Michigan Bell Telephone Co. and at the commissary at...
Raymond Auburn Manship III
Jan 25, 2026
Raymond Auburn Manship III of Aiken, South Carolina passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 25, 2026 at home surrounded by loved ones.
He was born on May 25, 1937 in Boone, North Carolina to Raymond Auburn Manship, Jr. and Elizabeth Burwell Manship (Hall). He grew up in Asheville, North Carolina and graduated from Lee H. Edwards High School. Ray started working...
Queen Maclin Jones
Jan 23, 2026
Queen "Queenie" Jones
With gratitude for a life of service, love, and enduring legacy, we honor and remember Queenie Jones—a devoted healthcare professional, passionate community advocate, and cherished mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother whose impact reached far beyond her family and into the hearts of countless individuals and communities.
Queen Ester Maclin Jones was born on August 4, 1945, in Augusta, Georgia, the...
Socorro Martinez Espinoza
Jan 23, 2026
Socorro Martínez Espinoza, de 80 años, amada esposa de Alfonso Zambrano, falleció el viernes 23 de enero de 2026 en el Aiken Regional Medical Centers.
Originaria de México, Socorro era hija de Manuel Martínez y Francisca Espinoza.
El servicio fúnebre se llevará a cabo el viernes por la tarde, 30 de enero, a partir de las 11:00 a. m. en la Iglesia...
Charles Oscar Sligh
Jan 23, 2026
CHARLES OSCAR SLIGH, 86, beloved husband of Janice Ingle Sligh, was surrounded by his loving family as he entered into eternal rest Friday evening, January 23, 2026, in the Charlie Norwood VA Medical Center, Augusta, GA.
Chuck loved God, his country, and his family. He enjoyed travel and, in every season of life, lived with selflessness and a deep appreciation for...
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Local Obituaries for Aiken South Carolina & Surrounding Areas.
Peggy J. Gurske
Feb 7, 2026
Peggy Jo Gurske age 72, of Aiken, South Carolina passed away on Saturday, February 7, 2026, surrounded by the love of her husband Richard and the gentle whinnies of the horses and pets she adored. She was born on November 23, 1953 in Marshall Texas.
Peggy loved riding and taking care of their array of horses,competed in horse shows and rode...
Andrew (Andrea) P. Giannopoulos
Feb 7, 2026
Mr. Andrew P. Giannopoulos, 95, passed away Saturday, February 7, 2026.
Andrew was born in Sparta, Greece, son of the late Panagiotis and Starvroula Vasilakou Giannopoulos. Andrew came to the United States in 1952, and owned and operated restaurant businesses in New York before relocating to Aiken, SC. He liked to play bingo and attend various functions at the Holy Trinity...
Howard Loton Rasmussen
Feb 7, 2026
HOWARD LOTON RASMUSSEN, 71, beloved husband of Ljudmilla Sheveljova Rasmussen, passed away Saturday, February 7, 2026 in Wellstar MCG Health Medical Center in Augusta.
A native of New York City, Howard was son of the late Dr. Loton Horton Rasmussen and Emma Larsen Rasmussen. He proudly embraced his Norwegian heritage, honoring Viking ancestry inherited from both sides of his family. He...
Barbara Senterfeit Arthur
Feb 5, 2026
AIKEN, SC - Mrs. Barbara Senterfeit Arthur, 63, beloved wife of Neal Eugene Arthur, passed away Thursday, February 5, 2026.
Services will be private.
SHELLHOUSE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 924 HAYNE AVE., AIKEN, SC 29801
Michelle Lynn Burns
Feb 4, 2026
Michelle Lynn Burns, beloved wife of Daniel James Eidson, passed away Wednesday, February 4, 2026.
My Michelle. Michelle was extraordinary, beautiful, kind, intelligent, graceful, with that southern charm. She carried herself with a quiet elegance that people don't forget. She was radiant, the kind of woman who contained multitudes. She loved music of every genre, art, cooking, fashion, football and old...
Stephen John Gavin
Feb 4, 2026
STEPHEN JOHN GAVIN, 80, beloved husband of Brenda Osgood Gavin, passed away Wednesday, February 4, 2026 in Piedmont Augusta Hospital after years of bravely battling heart disease. He was born in East Millinocket, ME, the son of the late John and Lillian Powers Gavin.
An exceptional student, Steve graduated as Valedictorian from Garrett Schenck High School in 1964, where he excelled...
Noah Joseph Bloese-Bueno
Feb 3, 2026
AIKEN, SC - Noah Joseph Bloese-Bueno, born on May 8, 2004, in Conyers, GA, passed away on February 3, 2026.
He was a creative soul who loved making music on his computer and had just embarked on an exciting journey of starting a clothing design company with friends. Noah was also passionate about building things, showcasing his hands-on abilities and creative...
Tate Barlow Molony
Feb 3, 2026
Tate Barlow Molony, age 25, of Aiken, SC, passed away on February 3, 2026. A lifelong resident of Aiken, Tate was the son of Billy Molony and Vanessa Sterling. He was known for his kind spirit and big heart, cherishing his family and friends.
Tate was an avid supporter of Clemson sports, a passion that resonated throughout his life and was...
Kent Tillman Sapp
Feb 2, 2026
Kent Tillman Sapp, 59, Trenton, SC passed away on February 2, 2026 in his home surrounded by his loving family.
Kent was born Sept. 3, 1966 to Ronald and Carol (Osmundson) Sapp in Boulder CO. Kent grew up in rural Leonard, ND where he helped his beloved stepfather Lloyd (deceased) with some farming and went to school until 9th grade. He...
Paul "Dub" W. Bankes
Feb 1, 2026
Paul William “Dub” Bankes passed away Sunday, February 1, 2026, without much fanfare. He hopes y’all had a better day. Dub had a great life, a wonderful wife, Ruth, a few good friends, many acquaintances, loving parents (now deceased), and a couple of great dogs in his time.
Dub grew up in Middletown, PA, the son of William H. and Charlotte...
Shirley Schneider Powell
Jan 30, 2026
Shirley Schneider Powell, 97, widow of Charles Perry Powell, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 30, 2026, in the comfort of her home.
Born in Saginaw, Michigan, Shirley was the daughter of the late Ervin Schneider and Margaret Wilk Schneider. She spent much of her early life in Saginaw and in East Tawas, Michigan, where her family built a cherished log...
Ruth M. Davis
Jan 29, 2026
VIRGINIA “RUTH” MATTHEWS DAVIS
Virginia Ruth Matthews Davis, known as Ruth, passed away peacefully in her home on January 29, 2026, in Aiken, South Carolina, at the age of 93. Born on July 15, 1932, in Tifton, Georgia, Ruth lived a life marked by adventure, resilience, joy, and a deep connection to her family and those around her.
Ruth’s Favorites & Passions
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Reba Hall Temples
Jan 29, 2026
Reba Hall Temples, age 93, beloved widow of J. B. Temples, peacefully passed away on January 29, 2026.
Born in Kershaw County, South Carolina, Reba was a daughter of the late John Bruce and Annie Parker Hall. Her early life was spent in Edgefield, South Carolina, before she moved to Aiken, where she resided for the entirety of her adult life....
Lisa VaKay Parker
Jan 28, 2026
Lisa VaKay Parker, 65, of Beech Island, South Carolina, passed upward on Wednesday morning, January28, 2026 after battling a long illness. Lisa passed quietly in the presence of her longtime partner, and caregiver, Kevin Frisby, also of Beech Island, SC.
Lisa was born February 7, 1960, in Dayton, Ohio, to parents, Dorothy Maxine Parker and Richard Kay Parker, as the first...
Raymond Randolph Brantley
Jan 26, 2026
Raymond Randolph Brantley, age 85, passed away on January 26, 2026.
Raymond was born on June 11, 1940, to Elvis and Catherine Brantley. He graduated from St. Angela Academy and later served in the United States Marine Corps, proudly serving his country. He was also a former Grand Knight of the Knights of Columbus, and worked in maintenance at the Savannah...
Bethany Lynn McCotter
Jan 25, 2026
Bethany Lynn McCotter, age 77, passed away on January 25, 2026, of natural causes in Aiken, South Carolina.
Bethany was born in Battle Creek, Michigan on September 7, 1948, to James Cassius and Anna Louise (Hartung) Welsh. She graduated from Lakeview High School in 1966. She worked as a telephone operator at Michigan Bell Telephone Co. and at the commissary at...
Raymond Auburn Manship III
Jan 25, 2026
Raymond Auburn Manship III of Aiken, South Carolina passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 25, 2026 at home surrounded by loved ones.
He was born on May 25, 1937 in Boone, North Carolina to Raymond Auburn Manship, Jr. and Elizabeth Burwell Manship (Hall). He grew up in Asheville, North Carolina and graduated from Lee H. Edwards High School. Ray started working...
Queen Maclin Jones
Jan 23, 2026
Queen "Queenie" Jones
With gratitude for a life of service, love, and enduring legacy, we honor and remember Queenie Jones—a devoted healthcare professional, passionate community advocate, and cherished mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother whose impact reached far beyond her family and into the hearts of countless individuals and communities.
Queen Ester Maclin Jones was born on August 4, 1945, in Augusta, Georgia, the...
Socorro Martinez Espinoza
Jan 23, 2026
Socorro Martínez Espinoza, de 80 años, amada esposa de Alfonso Zambrano, falleció el viernes 23 de enero de 2026 en el Aiken Regional Medical Centers.
Originaria de México, Socorro era hija de Manuel Martínez y Francisca Espinoza.
El servicio fúnebre se llevará a cabo el viernes por la tarde, 30 de enero, a partir de las 11:00 a. m. en la Iglesia...
Charles Oscar Sligh
Jan 23, 2026
CHARLES OSCAR SLIGH, 86, beloved husband of Janice Ingle Sligh, was surrounded by his loving family as he entered into eternal rest Friday evening, January 23, 2026, in the Charlie Norwood VA Medical Center, Augusta, GA.
Chuck loved God, his country, and his family. He enjoyed travel and, in every season of life, lived with selflessness and a deep appreciation for...
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