Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Aiken South Carolina & Surrounding Areas.

Peter B. Webster

Peter B. Webster

Aug 14, 2024

PETER BROOKS WEBSTER, 79, widower of Donna BaldwinWebster, died Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at his daughter’s residence. 

Born in Beverly MA, Pete was the son of the late Brooks and Betty Wilcox Webster. After living most of his life in New Jersey and Pennsylvania, he retired to Lexington, SC to be closer to his children. Pete worked in construction all his...

Cynthia Ann Bergaus

Cynthia Ann Bergaus

Aug 14, 2024

AIKEN, SC - Ms. Cynthia Ann Bergaus, 67, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 14, 2024.

Plans will be announced.

SHELLHOUSE-RIVERS FUNERAL HOME, INC., 715 E. PINE LOG RD., AIKEN, SC 29803

Billy Bunn

Billy Bunn

Aug 14, 2024

AIKEN, SC - Billy A. Bunn, a beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and cherished friend to many, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 14, 2024. Known for his captivating smile, honesty, and thoughtfulness, Billy lived his life with compassion, bringing joy and warmth to everyone who knew him.

Billy was born to Talmadge A. Bunn and Eva Margaret Jackson, and was one...

Laura Lea Freeman

Laura Lea Freeman

Aug 12, 2024

Aiken – Laura Lea Freeman, 67, passed away Monday, August 12, 2024.

Lea was born in Augusta, GA, a daughter of the late Oliver Garland and Lou Ellen Land Freeman. She was a lifelong resident of Aiken, was a member of Aiken’s First Baptist Church, and worked for Tri-Development Center of Aiken County.

She is survived by her sister, Barbara Ann Freeman...

Teddy A. Johnson

Teddy A. Johnson

Aug 12, 2024

TEDDY ALBERT JOHNSON, 84, beloved husband of Gladys Childers Johnson, passed away Monday afternoon, August 12, 2024 at his residence, surrounded by his loving family.

A native of Greenville, SC, Teddy was a son of the late Elzie and Helen Gwinn Johnson. He served in the Marine Reserves. He moved to Aiken in 1957 and went to work for DuPont in...

William Walter Sittel

William Walter Sittel

Aug 12, 2024

WILLIAM WALTER SITTEL, 87, beloved husband of Janet Dengler Sittel, passed away Monday morning, August 12, 2024 in Anchor Post Acute Care.

He was preceded in death by his son, Douglas. He is also survived by his daughter, Karen Jardine (Mark), his grandchildren, Mark William and Kayla Jardine-Baril (Brett), a brother in law, Henry Dengler (Julie), and his beloved companion, Zane. 

There...

Mary Lynn Strickland

Mary Lynn Strickland

Aug 11, 2024

MARY LYNN STRICKLAND, 62, passed away Sunday, August 11, 2024 in Aiken Regional Medical Centers.

Plans will be announced.

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

Molly Creadick Gray

Molly Creadick Gray

Aug 10, 2024

Aiken - Mrs. Molly Creadick Gray, 86, passed away Saturday August 10, 2024.

Molly was born in Buffalo NY, daughter of the late John C. Creadick and Laura Liles Creadick.

Growing up in Aiken Molly became a lover of horses and riding in the Hitchcock Woods. She eventually built a house on a hill where she would ride as a teen and...

Lisa Sanderson

Lisa Sanderson

Aug 9, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Lisa Sanderson, a woman of remarkable strength and spirit. She passed peacefully at home surrounded by loved ones on August 9, 2024, at the age of 70. Lisa was a loving mother, a devoted friend, and a passionate equestrian whose legacy will live on through all who knew and...

Betty Nell Parsons

Betty Nell Parsons

Aug 8, 2024

Betty N Parsons of Aiken SC passed away on August 8, 2024 after a 13-year battle with cancer. 

Born on September 20, 1946 to the late Charles (Pete) and Dorothy Peters in Valdosta, GA., Betty spent over 50 years with her loving husband Curt, 49 years in marriage. 

She is survived by sister Patsy Upchurch and brothers Robert (Bobby)(Latrelle) Peters and Bruce...

Raybion B. Bryant

Raybion B. Bryant

Aug 6, 2024

CPO RAYBION B. BRYANT, USN Ret., 87, passed away Tuesday, August 6, 2024 at his residence.

The funeral service will be held Monday afternoon, August 19th at 2 o'clock in Ft. Jackson National Cemetery with full military honors.

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

Erinne McVicker Blackwell

Erinne McVicker Blackwell

Aug 6, 2024

ERINNE McVICKER BLACKWELL, 52, beloved wife of Gary J. Blackwell, passed away in the early morning hours of Tuesday, August 6, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.

A native of Aiken, Erinne was a daughter of Susan Sims Jurgensen and the late William Lynn McVicker. She lived most of her life in Aiken and graduated from South Aiken High School. She...

Susan Adele Smith Dasse

Susan Adele Smith Dasse

Aug 5, 2024

Susan Adele Smith Dasse, 70, beloved wife of Douglas A. Dasse, passed away Monday, August 5, 2024 in Aiken Regional Medical Centers.

A native of Northbrook, IL, Susan was a daughter of the late Lloyd and Marguerite Canty Smith. Sue worked her way up from a clerk in a small clothing store to an executive with numerous retail companies across the...

Charles Raymond Leidheiser

Charles Raymond Leidheiser

Aug 4, 2024

Aiken, SC bids a heartfelt farewell to a cherished member of its community, Dr. Charles Raymond Leidheiser DO, 88, a man adored deeply by his loving wife, Doris Elaine Darr Leidheiser. His life journey ended serenely on Sunday, August 4th.

The family will receive friends on Friday, August 9, 2024 at 1:00 PM at Shellhouse-Rivers Funeral Home. A Celebration of Life...

Donald Albert Matera

Donald Albert Matera

Aug 2, 2024

In the early morning on August 2nd after family had visited and come to say goodbye, with his wife of 47 years by his side, Donald or “Matera” as he was affectionately called by his wife Pat, passed away peacefully after a long battle with Parkinson’s disease.

Donald Albert Matera was born in Islip, Long Island, NY on July 22, 1946...

Steven Michel

Steven Michel

Jul 29, 2024

Steven Michel passed peacefully at home July 29th 2024 at age 79. 

 Steve was born on December 17th, 1944, and was a resident of Aiken, South Carolina. Steve was married to the love of his life, Kathi, when they first met and lived in Las Vegas, Nevada. Steve’s career as a CPA in Chicago, followed by CFO/VP Hilton Gaming Corporation and...

Rodney Henry Smith

Rodney Henry Smith

Jul 28, 2024

RODNEY HENRY SMITH, 78, beloved husband of Alice Cook Smith, passed away Sunday morning, July 28, 2024 at his residence.

A native of Edgefield. Rodney was a son of the late Henry Willie and Ida Mae Chavis Smith. He lived most of his life in Aiken and retired from Harvey Hubbell.

Surviving is his wife of 44 years, Alice; a godchild, Trey...

Gary Ord Percival

Gary Ord Percival

Jul 26, 2024

AIKEN, SC - Mr. Gary Ord Percival, 80, beloved husband of Colleen Percival passed away on Friday, July 26, 2024 at Piedmont Hospital with his loving family by his side.

A native of Pittsburgh, PA, Gary was the son of the late Paul and Ruth Percival. Gary graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School, received his bachelor's degree from Penn State University...

Vincent Thomas Perno

Vincent Thomas Perno

Jul 25, 2024

Wagener, SC – Mr. Vincent Thomas Perno, 80, passed away Thursday, July 25, 2024.

Vincent was born in Philadelphia, PA, son of the late Frank and Rose (Scialabba) Perno. He was a former Sales Manager for Philadelphia Ball and Roller Bearing Co. Philadelphia PA.

Vincent is survived by his beloved wife of 58 years, Phyllis Ann Binkowski Perno; daughters, Phyllis (Tim) O’Neill,...

Helen Ann Thompson

Helen Ann Thompson

Jul 25, 2024

Aiken - Mrs. Helen Ann Thompson, 88, passed away Thursday, July 25, 2024.

Arrangements will be announced by SHELLHOUSE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 924 HAYNE AVE., AIKEN, SC

Local Obituaries for Aiken South Carolina & Surrounding Areas.

Peter B. Webster

Peter B. Webster

Aug 14, 2024

PETER BROOKS WEBSTER, 79, widower of Donna BaldwinWebster, died Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at his daughter’s residence. 

Born in Beverly MA, Pete was the son of the late Brooks and Betty Wilcox Webster. After living most of his life in New Jersey and Pennsylvania, he retired to Lexington, SC to be closer to his children. Pete worked in construction all his...

Cynthia Ann Bergaus

Cynthia Ann Bergaus

Aug 14, 2024

AIKEN, SC - Ms. Cynthia Ann Bergaus, 67, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 14, 2024.

Plans will be announced.

SHELLHOUSE-RIVERS FUNERAL HOME, INC., 715 E. PINE LOG RD., AIKEN, SC 29803

Billy Bunn

Billy Bunn

Aug 14, 2024

AIKEN, SC - Billy A. Bunn, a beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and cherished friend to many, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 14, 2024. Known for his captivating smile, honesty, and thoughtfulness, Billy lived his life with compassion, bringing joy and warmth to everyone who knew him.

Billy was born to Talmadge A. Bunn and Eva Margaret Jackson, and was one...

Laura Lea Freeman

Laura Lea Freeman

Aug 12, 2024

Aiken – Laura Lea Freeman, 67, passed away Monday, August 12, 2024.

Lea was born in Augusta, GA, a daughter of the late Oliver Garland and Lou Ellen Land Freeman. She was a lifelong resident of Aiken, was a member of Aiken’s First Baptist Church, and worked for Tri-Development Center of Aiken County.

She is survived by her sister, Barbara Ann Freeman...

Teddy A. Johnson

Teddy A. Johnson

Aug 12, 2024

TEDDY ALBERT JOHNSON, 84, beloved husband of Gladys Childers Johnson, passed away Monday afternoon, August 12, 2024 at his residence, surrounded by his loving family.

A native of Greenville, SC, Teddy was a son of the late Elzie and Helen Gwinn Johnson. He served in the Marine Reserves. He moved to Aiken in 1957 and went to work for DuPont in...

William Walter Sittel

William Walter Sittel

Aug 12, 2024

WILLIAM WALTER SITTEL, 87, beloved husband of Janet Dengler Sittel, passed away Monday morning, August 12, 2024 in Anchor Post Acute Care.

He was preceded in death by his son, Douglas. He is also survived by his daughter, Karen Jardine (Mark), his grandchildren, Mark William and Kayla Jardine-Baril (Brett), a brother in law, Henry Dengler (Julie), and his beloved companion, Zane. 

There...

Mary Lynn Strickland

Mary Lynn Strickland

Aug 11, 2024

MARY LYNN STRICKLAND, 62, passed away Sunday, August 11, 2024 in Aiken Regional Medical Centers.

Plans will be announced.

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

Molly Creadick Gray

Molly Creadick Gray

Aug 10, 2024

Aiken - Mrs. Molly Creadick Gray, 86, passed away Saturday August 10, 2024.

Molly was born in Buffalo NY, daughter of the late John C. Creadick and Laura Liles Creadick.

Growing up in Aiken Molly became a lover of horses and riding in the Hitchcock Woods. She eventually built a house on a hill where she would ride as a teen and...

Lisa Sanderson

Lisa Sanderson

Aug 9, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Lisa Sanderson, a woman of remarkable strength and spirit. She passed peacefully at home surrounded by loved ones on August 9, 2024, at the age of 70. Lisa was a loving mother, a devoted friend, and a passionate equestrian whose legacy will live on through all who knew and...

Betty Nell Parsons

Betty Nell Parsons

Aug 8, 2024

Betty N Parsons of Aiken SC passed away on August 8, 2024 after a 13-year battle with cancer. 

Born on September 20, 1946 to the late Charles (Pete) and Dorothy Peters in Valdosta, GA., Betty spent over 50 years with her loving husband Curt, 49 years in marriage. 

She is survived by sister Patsy Upchurch and brothers Robert (Bobby)(Latrelle) Peters and Bruce...

Raybion B. Bryant

Raybion B. Bryant

Aug 6, 2024

CPO RAYBION B. BRYANT, USN Ret., 87, passed away Tuesday, August 6, 2024 at his residence.

The funeral service will be held Monday afternoon, August 19th at 2 o'clock in Ft. Jackson National Cemetery with full military honors.

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

Erinne McVicker Blackwell

Erinne McVicker Blackwell

Aug 6, 2024

ERINNE McVICKER BLACKWELL, 52, beloved wife of Gary J. Blackwell, passed away in the early morning hours of Tuesday, August 6, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.

A native of Aiken, Erinne was a daughter of Susan Sims Jurgensen and the late William Lynn McVicker. She lived most of her life in Aiken and graduated from South Aiken High School. She...

Susan Adele Smith Dasse

Susan Adele Smith Dasse

Aug 5, 2024

Susan Adele Smith Dasse, 70, beloved wife of Douglas A. Dasse, passed away Monday, August 5, 2024 in Aiken Regional Medical Centers.

A native of Northbrook, IL, Susan was a daughter of the late Lloyd and Marguerite Canty Smith. Sue worked her way up from a clerk in a small clothing store to an executive with numerous retail companies across the...

Charles Raymond Leidheiser

Charles Raymond Leidheiser

Aug 4, 2024

Aiken, SC bids a heartfelt farewell to a cherished member of its community, Dr. Charles Raymond Leidheiser DO, 88, a man adored deeply by his loving wife, Doris Elaine Darr Leidheiser. His life journey ended serenely on Sunday, August 4th.

The family will receive friends on Friday, August 9, 2024 at 1:00 PM at Shellhouse-Rivers Funeral Home. A Celebration of Life...

Donald Albert Matera

Donald Albert Matera

Aug 2, 2024

In the early morning on August 2nd after family had visited and come to say goodbye, with his wife of 47 years by his side, Donald or “Matera” as he was affectionately called by his wife Pat, passed away peacefully after a long battle with Parkinson’s disease.

Donald Albert Matera was born in Islip, Long Island, NY on July 22, 1946...

Steven Michel

Steven Michel

Jul 29, 2024

Steven Michel passed peacefully at home July 29th 2024 at age 79. 

 Steve was born on December 17th, 1944, and was a resident of Aiken, South Carolina. Steve was married to the love of his life, Kathi, when they first met and lived in Las Vegas, Nevada. Steve’s career as a CPA in Chicago, followed by CFO/VP Hilton Gaming Corporation and...

Rodney Henry Smith

Rodney Henry Smith

Jul 28, 2024

RODNEY HENRY SMITH, 78, beloved husband of Alice Cook Smith, passed away Sunday morning, July 28, 2024 at his residence.

A native of Edgefield. Rodney was a son of the late Henry Willie and Ida Mae Chavis Smith. He lived most of his life in Aiken and retired from Harvey Hubbell.

Surviving is his wife of 44 years, Alice; a godchild, Trey...

Gary Ord Percival

Gary Ord Percival

Jul 26, 2024

AIKEN, SC - Mr. Gary Ord Percival, 80, beloved husband of Colleen Percival passed away on Friday, July 26, 2024 at Piedmont Hospital with his loving family by his side.

A native of Pittsburgh, PA, Gary was the son of the late Paul and Ruth Percival. Gary graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School, received his bachelor's degree from Penn State University...

Vincent Thomas Perno

Vincent Thomas Perno

Jul 25, 2024

Wagener, SC – Mr. Vincent Thomas Perno, 80, passed away Thursday, July 25, 2024.

Vincent was born in Philadelphia, PA, son of the late Frank and Rose (Scialabba) Perno. He was a former Sales Manager for Philadelphia Ball and Roller Bearing Co. Philadelphia PA.

Vincent is survived by his beloved wife of 58 years, Phyllis Ann Binkowski Perno; daughters, Phyllis (Tim) O’Neill,...

Helen Ann Thompson

Helen Ann Thompson

Jul 25, 2024

Aiken - Mrs. Helen Ann Thompson, 88, passed away Thursday, July 25, 2024.

Arrangements will be announced by SHELLHOUSE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 924 HAYNE AVE., AIKEN, SC