Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Aiken South Carolina & Surrounding Areas.
Susan Gustavson
Jun 8, 2025
It is with somber joy that we announce the passing of Susan Kay Irvine Gustavson on June 8th, 2025.
Susan is now reunited in Heavenly bliss with her husband of fifty-two years, William J “Bill” Gustavson, her mother Dorothy J Robinson Irvine, her father Alvin R. Irvine, and her sister Carolyn Ruth Goar Heath. She is survived by her sons David,...
Darby Patrick Stirrup
Jun 7, 2025
It is with great sadness we announce the unexpected passing of Darby Patrick Stirrup on June 8, 2025. Darby was an extraordinary person — kind, curious, and deeply loved. With a dry, witty sense of humor, he had a way of making people laugh without ever cracking a smile himself.
Darby was the third child and only son of Barbara Darby...
Dr. Doris I. Hammond
Jun 7, 2025
Dr. Doris Blersch Hammond, known lovingly as Dori, passed away peacefully on June 7th at the age of 92. Born on January 27, 1933, in Cincinnati, Ohio, she was the beloved daughter of Ernest Blersch and Dorothy Robisch Blersch.
Although Dori was an only child, she was never alone—her lifelong gift for friendship and her deeply social nature meant that she...
Kevin Ronald Dill
Jun 7, 2025
Kevin Ronald Dill, 66, unexpectedly passed away at home Saturday, June 7, 2025.
Kevin was born in Rutherford, NJ, son of Frank Ronald Dill, Sr., and Marilyn Corradino Dill who are still with us.
Kevin graduated from Lenape Valley High School. He worked as a Plumber for Frank Dill and Sons, Leo Hecht, WJPost and was the owner of PlumbTech.
Kevin had a...
Toby Lynn Welborn
Jun 6, 2025
Toby Lynn Welborn, 67, passed away unexpectedly at home on Friday, June 6, 2025. He was born November 4, 1957, in Yadkinville to the late Coy Edward Welborn and Ruby Marie Welborn. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by several aunts and uncles.
Surviving is his beloved wife, Susan Welborn; son, Wendell (Mandy) Jenkins; grandchildren, Isaiah...
Robert Vern "Bob" Reid, Jr.
Jun 5, 2025
Robert Vern "Bob" Reid, Jr., a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on June 5, 2025, in Aiken, South Carolina.
Bob was born on March 29, 1947, in Detroit, Michigan. He was a proud graduate of the University of Michigan and the Detroit College of Law.
Bob is survived by his loving wife, Nancy Reid; his son, Michael (Kristen) Reid;...
Donald Wayne Donley
Jun 4, 2025
Donald Wayne Donley, 89, passed away Wednesday, June 04, 2025.
Donald was born in 1936 to Herman and Martha Donley of Altoona, Pennsylvania. He attended the University of Pittsburgh, PA, graduating with a degree in Metallurgical Engineering. He and his wife of 66 years, Donna, moved to Johnstown, PA, where he had a distinguished career with Bethlehem Steel. He was a...
Kenneth "Kenny" Franklin
Jun 4, 2025
KENNETH ALLEN “KENNY” FRANKLIN, 58, went to meet his Lord Wednesday, June 4, 2025, in his home surrounded by his loving family.
A native and lifelong resident of Aiken County, Kenny was a son of Robert and Helen Key Franklin. He worked as a truck driver and also appliance repairman for his family’s business, Franklin’s Appliance Repair in New Ellenton.
Kenny had...
Carolyn Spradley Hamilton
Jun 3, 2025
Mrs. Carolyn Patricia Spradley Hamilton, 68, passed away Tuesday, June 3, 2025.
Carolyn was a lifelong resident of Aiken, daughter of the late Frank Tony and Blondell Rish Spradley.
Carolyn was the youngest of four siblings, the long-awaited baby girl of three older brothers. After graduating from the University of South Carolina Aiken with a Bachelor’s in Education, she began her teaching...
Patricia Gaul
Jun 2, 2025
Patricia Gaul, aged 87, peacefully entered her heavenly home early Monday morning, surrounded by love in her son’s home. She was joyfully welcomed by her beloved husband, Dave “Pappa”, after a long illness.
A lifelong resident of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Patricia was the cherished daughter of the late Alfred Thomas and Regina Roberts Berry. Her dedication and service extended to her role...
Sally Ann Serago
Jun 1, 2025
SALLY ANN SERAGO, 75, beloved wife of John A. Serago, passed away unexpectedly Sunday, June 1, 2025, in her home.
A native of Haverhill, MA, Sally was a daughter of the late Leroy and Anna Cunningham Smith. She graduated from high school in Bedford, PA, and moved to Washington, DC the next day to begin a job at the FBI taking...
James Herbert Thacker
May 31, 2025
JAMES HERBERT THACKER, 58, passed away Saturday morning, May 31, 2025, in Lexington Medical Center, Lexington, SC.
A native and lifelong resident of Aiken, Jimmy was a son of Patricia Saunders Schumpert and the late Coke Thacker, Jr. He graduated from South Aiken High School and worked as a finish carpenter. One of Jimmy’s favorite pastimes was boating and fishing on...
Joseph William Simitz
May 30, 2025
JOSEPH WILLIAM SIMITZ, 90, beloved husband of Mary Lou Ennis Simits, passed away Friday, May 30, 2025, in his home surrounded by his loving family.
A native of McKees Rocks, PA, Joe was a son of the late Joseph and Josephine Nickles Simitz. He graduated from Duquesne University with a bachelor’s degree in accounting. He enlisted in the Army just after...
Bobby Ann Widener
May 30, 2025
BOBBY ANN WIDENER, 86, widow of Larry Widener, passed away Friday, May 30, 2025, in Aiken Regional Medical Centers.
Bobby Ann Widener (Brown) was born on October 7th, 1938 to the Tolene and Loyd Brown in Dumas, Texas. She was the younger sister to Drucilla Hager (Brown). Bobby and her widowed mother, Tolene, moved to Aiken, South Carolina in the mid...
Ronald Wesley DeLorey
May 29, 2025
RONALD WESLEY DeLOREY, 71, passed away Thursday, May 29, 2025 in his home.
A native of Sumter, SC, Ron was a son of the late William and Emmie Lee Hudson DeLorey. He grew up in Sumter and Orangeburg. He moved to Aiken in 1995 and worked at the Savannah River Site until he retired in 2023.
Ron was known for his infectious...
Dr. Anthony "Tony" E. Harris
May 29, 2025
Dr Anthony Edwin (“Tony”) Harris passed away peacefully having lost his brief battle with brain cancer. He was devoted to his family and is survived by his wife Sandra Mayhew Harris; daughters, Elizabeth “Lisa” Harris (Paul) Schunter, Surrey, England, and Michelle Harris (Patrick) Dennis, Columbia, SC; grandchildren, Abigail Elizabeth Schunter, Andrew Harris Schunter, and Anna Margaret Dennis; sister, Cynthia Harris...
Dorothy Scott
May 28, 2025
Surrounded by her loved ones, Dorothy “Dottie” Scott was welcomed into the arms of her Savior on May 28, 2025. A life defined by service, Dottie was a devoted wife, loving mother, adoring grandmother, faithful friend, and a dedicated member of her church family at Talatha Baptist Church. She studied the Bible daily and lived in steadfast devotion to the...
William Madison McGhee, Jr.
May 27, 2025
William Madison McGhee Jr., affectionately known as Bill to his family and friends, passed away peacefully on May 27, 2025, at the age of 88. A proud native of Aiken, South Carolina, Bill was the embodiment of a legacy rooted in community contribution and dedication to social betterment. He was the son of William Madison McGhee and Cecilia Johnson McGhee,...
Elden Russell Kirkland
May 26, 2025
Remembered with love Mr. Elden Russell Kirkland, 79, passed from this life on Monday, May 26, 2025.
Born in Yankton, SD, Russell was the son of the late Lex W. and Erlene Johns Kirkland of Muscle Shoals, AL. He grew up in Sheffield, AL and was a 1963 graduate of Sheffield High School. Russell served in the U.S. Navy aboard many...
Lynn Anderson
May 26, 2025
JAMES LYNN ANDERSON, 73, beloved husband of Carole Andes Anderson, passed away unexpectedly Monday, May 26, 2025, in his home.
A native of Maryville, TN, Lynn was a son of the late Lonnie Lynn and Mary Ruth Gardner Anderson. He was educated in Blount County, Tennessee, graduating from Alcoa High School. He received both his undergraduate and master’s degrees from the...
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Local Obituaries for Aiken South Carolina & Surrounding Areas.
Susan Gustavson
Jun 8, 2025
It is with somber joy that we announce the passing of Susan Kay Irvine Gustavson on June 8th, 2025.
Susan is now reunited in Heavenly bliss with her husband of fifty-two years, William J “Bill” Gustavson, her mother Dorothy J Robinson Irvine, her father Alvin R. Irvine, and her sister Carolyn Ruth Goar Heath. She is survived by her sons David,...
Darby Patrick Stirrup
Jun 7, 2025
It is with great sadness we announce the unexpected passing of Darby Patrick Stirrup on June 8, 2025. Darby was an extraordinary person — kind, curious, and deeply loved. With a dry, witty sense of humor, he had a way of making people laugh without ever cracking a smile himself.
Darby was the third child and only son of Barbara Darby...
Dr. Doris I. Hammond
Jun 7, 2025
Dr. Doris Blersch Hammond, known lovingly as Dori, passed away peacefully on June 7th at the age of 92. Born on January 27, 1933, in Cincinnati, Ohio, she was the beloved daughter of Ernest Blersch and Dorothy Robisch Blersch.
Although Dori was an only child, she was never alone—her lifelong gift for friendship and her deeply social nature meant that she...
Kevin Ronald Dill
Jun 7, 2025
Kevin Ronald Dill, 66, unexpectedly passed away at home Saturday, June 7, 2025.
Kevin was born in Rutherford, NJ, son of Frank Ronald Dill, Sr., and Marilyn Corradino Dill who are still with us.
Kevin graduated from Lenape Valley High School. He worked as a Plumber for Frank Dill and Sons, Leo Hecht, WJPost and was the owner of PlumbTech.
Kevin had a...
Toby Lynn Welborn
Jun 6, 2025
Toby Lynn Welborn, 67, passed away unexpectedly at home on Friday, June 6, 2025. He was born November 4, 1957, in Yadkinville to the late Coy Edward Welborn and Ruby Marie Welborn. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by several aunts and uncles.
Surviving is his beloved wife, Susan Welborn; son, Wendell (Mandy) Jenkins; grandchildren, Isaiah...
Robert Vern "Bob" Reid, Jr.
Jun 5, 2025
Robert Vern "Bob" Reid, Jr., a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on June 5, 2025, in Aiken, South Carolina.
Bob was born on March 29, 1947, in Detroit, Michigan. He was a proud graduate of the University of Michigan and the Detroit College of Law.
Bob is survived by his loving wife, Nancy Reid; his son, Michael (Kristen) Reid;...
Donald Wayne Donley
Jun 4, 2025
Donald Wayne Donley, 89, passed away Wednesday, June 04, 2025.
Donald was born in 1936 to Herman and Martha Donley of Altoona, Pennsylvania. He attended the University of Pittsburgh, PA, graduating with a degree in Metallurgical Engineering. He and his wife of 66 years, Donna, moved to Johnstown, PA, where he had a distinguished career with Bethlehem Steel. He was a...
Kenneth "Kenny" Franklin
Jun 4, 2025
KENNETH ALLEN “KENNY” FRANKLIN, 58, went to meet his Lord Wednesday, June 4, 2025, in his home surrounded by his loving family.
A native and lifelong resident of Aiken County, Kenny was a son of Robert and Helen Key Franklin. He worked as a truck driver and also appliance repairman for his family’s business, Franklin’s Appliance Repair in New Ellenton.
Kenny had...
Carolyn Spradley Hamilton
Jun 3, 2025
Mrs. Carolyn Patricia Spradley Hamilton, 68, passed away Tuesday, June 3, 2025.
Carolyn was a lifelong resident of Aiken, daughter of the late Frank Tony and Blondell Rish Spradley.
Carolyn was the youngest of four siblings, the long-awaited baby girl of three older brothers. After graduating from the University of South Carolina Aiken with a Bachelor’s in Education, she began her teaching...
Patricia Gaul
Jun 2, 2025
Patricia Gaul, aged 87, peacefully entered her heavenly home early Monday morning, surrounded by love in her son’s home. She was joyfully welcomed by her beloved husband, Dave “Pappa”, after a long illness.
A lifelong resident of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Patricia was the cherished daughter of the late Alfred Thomas and Regina Roberts Berry. Her dedication and service extended to her role...
Sally Ann Serago
Jun 1, 2025
SALLY ANN SERAGO, 75, beloved wife of John A. Serago, passed away unexpectedly Sunday, June 1, 2025, in her home.
A native of Haverhill, MA, Sally was a daughter of the late Leroy and Anna Cunningham Smith. She graduated from high school in Bedford, PA, and moved to Washington, DC the next day to begin a job at the FBI taking...
James Herbert Thacker
May 31, 2025
JAMES HERBERT THACKER, 58, passed away Saturday morning, May 31, 2025, in Lexington Medical Center, Lexington, SC.
A native and lifelong resident of Aiken, Jimmy was a son of Patricia Saunders Schumpert and the late Coke Thacker, Jr. He graduated from South Aiken High School and worked as a finish carpenter. One of Jimmy’s favorite pastimes was boating and fishing on...
Joseph William Simitz
May 30, 2025
JOSEPH WILLIAM SIMITZ, 90, beloved husband of Mary Lou Ennis Simits, passed away Friday, May 30, 2025, in his home surrounded by his loving family.
A native of McKees Rocks, PA, Joe was a son of the late Joseph and Josephine Nickles Simitz. He graduated from Duquesne University with a bachelor’s degree in accounting. He enlisted in the Army just after...
Bobby Ann Widener
May 30, 2025
BOBBY ANN WIDENER, 86, widow of Larry Widener, passed away Friday, May 30, 2025, in Aiken Regional Medical Centers.
Bobby Ann Widener (Brown) was born on October 7th, 1938 to the Tolene and Loyd Brown in Dumas, Texas. She was the younger sister to Drucilla Hager (Brown). Bobby and her widowed mother, Tolene, moved to Aiken, South Carolina in the mid...
Ronald Wesley DeLorey
May 29, 2025
RONALD WESLEY DeLOREY, 71, passed away Thursday, May 29, 2025 in his home.
A native of Sumter, SC, Ron was a son of the late William and Emmie Lee Hudson DeLorey. He grew up in Sumter and Orangeburg. He moved to Aiken in 1995 and worked at the Savannah River Site until he retired in 2023.
Ron was known for his infectious...
Dr. Anthony "Tony" E. Harris
May 29, 2025
Dr Anthony Edwin (“Tony”) Harris passed away peacefully having lost his brief battle with brain cancer. He was devoted to his family and is survived by his wife Sandra Mayhew Harris; daughters, Elizabeth “Lisa” Harris (Paul) Schunter, Surrey, England, and Michelle Harris (Patrick) Dennis, Columbia, SC; grandchildren, Abigail Elizabeth Schunter, Andrew Harris Schunter, and Anna Margaret Dennis; sister, Cynthia Harris...
Dorothy Scott
May 28, 2025
Surrounded by her loved ones, Dorothy “Dottie” Scott was welcomed into the arms of her Savior on May 28, 2025. A life defined by service, Dottie was a devoted wife, loving mother, adoring grandmother, faithful friend, and a dedicated member of her church family at Talatha Baptist Church. She studied the Bible daily and lived in steadfast devotion to the...
William Madison McGhee, Jr.
May 27, 2025
William Madison McGhee Jr., affectionately known as Bill to his family and friends, passed away peacefully on May 27, 2025, at the age of 88. A proud native of Aiken, South Carolina, Bill was the embodiment of a legacy rooted in community contribution and dedication to social betterment. He was the son of William Madison McGhee and Cecilia Johnson McGhee,...
Elden Russell Kirkland
May 26, 2025
Remembered with love Mr. Elden Russell Kirkland, 79, passed from this life on Monday, May 26, 2025.
Born in Yankton, SD, Russell was the son of the late Lex W. and Erlene Johns Kirkland of Muscle Shoals, AL. He grew up in Sheffield, AL and was a 1963 graduate of Sheffield High School. Russell served in the U.S. Navy aboard many...
Lynn Anderson
May 26, 2025
JAMES LYNN ANDERSON, 73, beloved husband of Carole Andes Anderson, passed away unexpectedly Monday, May 26, 2025, in his home.
A native of Maryville, TN, Lynn was a son of the late Lonnie Lynn and Mary Ruth Gardner Anderson. He was educated in Blount County, Tennessee, graduating from Alcoa High School. He received both his undergraduate and master’s degrees from the...
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