Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Aiken South Carolina & Surrounding Areas.

John Andrew Cromer, Jr.

John Andrew Cromer, Jr.

Sep 18, 2016

John Andrew Cromer Jr., 89, died peacefully Sunday, September 18th, 2016 at Generations of Batesburg Assisted Living. He leaves his wife of 67 years, Irdell (Smith) Cromer; his daughter Charlene Heyward and spouse Henry Heyward; his son John Andrew (Andy) Cromer III; four grandchildren: John Andrew Cromer IV, Crystin Whinghter spouse Nathan, Justin Heyward spouse Mandy, Lauren Simmons spouse Jeremey;...

Kenneth B. Johnson

Kenneth B. Johnson

Sep 17, 2016

BLACKVILLE, SC – Mr. Kenneth Bruce Johnson, 65, died peacefully Saturday, September 17, 2016. Mr. Johnson is survived by his beloved wife, Jeanne Carey Johnson; daughter, Carey J Cook, Asheville, NC; and his ten, four-legged family members in Elko, SC. He also leaves behind his sister, Suellen Johnson and niece Julia Johnson, Ocean Beach, CA; and brother, Ben Richard Johnson...

Daniel Patrick Yon

Daniel Patrick Yon

Sep 17, 2016

AIKEN, SC – DANIEL PATRICK YON, 31, died Saturday, September 17, 2016 in Charleston, SC. A native of Aiken County, Daniel was a son of Roger Carrol Yon and Carolyn Williams Yon. He grew up in Perry and lived in Aiken and Charleston. He was a plumber. Survivors include his father Roger of Wagener, his mother, Carolyn, Prosperity, SC, brother,...

Vicki Heilig Dukes

Vicki Heilig Dukes

Sep 15, 2016

AIKEN, SC – VICKI HEILIG DUKES, 65, died Thursday, September 15, 2016 at Aiken Regional Medical Centers. A native of Concord, NC, Vicki was a daughter of the late David Leon and Mamie Rae Lunsford Heilig. She grew up in Aiken and graduated from Aiken High School. Vicki retired from Westinghouse at the Savannah River Site. She was a devoted...

Edward Gerard Conan

Edward Gerard Conan

Sep 14, 2016

EDWARD GERARD CONAN, 78, beloved husband of Maryanne Conan, died Wednesday, September 14, 2016 at Aiken Regional Medical Centers. Born in Syracuse, NY, Edward lived most of his life in Pompey and Fayetteville, NY until moving to Aiken, SC in 2002. He retired from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Central NY as Vice President of Corporate Services after a 38...

Edith Mae Whitley Propst

Edith Mae Whitley Propst

Sep 13, 2016

AIKEN – Mrs. Edith Mae Whitley Propst, 98, died Tuesday, September 13, 2016. A graveside service will be held at 1:30 PM Friday, September 16, 2016 in Pineview Memorial Park, North Augusta. The Reverend Dr. Fred W. Andrea, III will officiate. Mrs. Propst was born in Norfolk, VA, a daughter of the late Russell W. and Ruth Sikes Whitley. She...

Suzanne Tennant Boyer

Suzanne Tennant Boyer

Sep 10, 2016

AIKEN, SC – SUZANNE TENNANT BOYER, 79, beloved wife of Donald Blaine Boyer, passed away peacefully Saturday, September 10, 2016 at her residence. A native of Ironton, OH, Suzanne was a daughter of the late Millard “Bud” and Doris Spriggs Tennant.  She was a homemaker and a member of Aiken Christian Church.  Suzanne enjoyed many activities and took on new challenges throughout...

Gladys Vera Pleasant Kretzmeier

Gladys Vera Pleasant Kretzmeier

Sep 8, 2016

AIKEN - Mrs. Gladys Vera Pleasant Kretzmeier, 79, passed away Thursday, September 8, 2016. Mrs. Kretzmeier was born in San Antonio, TX to the late Monroe and Gladys Cottingham Pleasant. She was a homemaker for her family. She is survived by her daughter, Paula (David) Dixon, Calhoun Falls, SC, son; Wayne Eldon Kretzmeier, Aiken, grandchildren; Jason Layfield, Kimberly Layfield, Amanda...

Carolyn Quinn Nichols

Carolyn Quinn Nichols

Sep 7, 2016

AIKEN - Carolyn Quinn Nichols passed away peacefully at her home in Aiken, SC, surrounded by loved ones, on Wednesday, September 7, 2016. Mrs. Nichols was born May 8, 1950, in Union, SC, the second daughter born to James Edward Quinn and Joyce Sizemore Quinn. She is survived by her loving husband of 48 years, Curtis Nichols; daughter Jeannie Nichols...

Mary Sue Fisher

Mary Sue Fisher

Sep 5, 2016

AIKEN - Mrs. Mary Sue Fisher, 96, died Monday, September 5, 2016. Funeral arrangements will be announced by SHELLHOUSE-RIVERS FUNERAL HOME, INC., 715 E. PINE LOG RD., AIKEN, SC

Jackie Lewis Cothran

Jackie Lewis Cothran

Sep 3, 2016

AIKEN – Mr. Jackie Lewis Cothran, 68, died Saturday, September 3, 2016 at his residence. Jackie was a loving son who was cherished by his mother and father. His great spirit touched the lives of all who met him. We rejoice that Jackie is now made whole in the presence of his Heavenly Father. Funeral services will be held at...

Ana P. Rentas

Ana P. Rentas

Sep 3, 2016

BEECH ISLAND – Mrs. Ana Pagan Rentas, 90, died Saturday, September 3, 2016 at Laurel Baye Healthcare of Blackville, SC. A Prayer Service will be held at 11:00 AM Thursday, September 8, 2016 at Shellhouse-Rivers Funeral Home with the Reverend Father Renaurd West officiating. The family will receive friends following the service. Mrs. Rentas was born in Ponce, Puerto Rico,...

Robert DuWayne White

Robert DuWayne White

Sep 3, 2016

AIKEN – Mr. Robert DuWayne White "Chief", 82, died Saturday, September 3, 2016. The family will receive friends from 4-6 PM Friday, September 9, 2016 at Shellhouse-Rivers Funeral Home. Additional services will be held at a later date. Mr. White was born in Milwaukee, WI, the son of the late Paul White and Evelyn Kutschenreuter. Graduate of Michigan State University...

John Wallace Hyder

John Wallace Hyder

Aug 29, 2016

AIKEN, SC – JOHN WALLACE HYDER, 88, beloved husband of Annette Hyder, died Monday, August 29, 2016 at Aiken Regional Medical Centers. A native of Spartanburg, SC, John was a retired Command Sergeant Major in the United States Army, serving 23 years. He moved to Aiken 5 years ago from Colorado and was a member of the American Legion. Survivors,...

Leonard Andrew Palguta

Leonard Andrew Palguta

Aug 26, 2016

AIKEN, SC – LEONARD ANDREW PALGUTA, 80, went to be with the Lord on Friday, August 26, 2016. A native of Cleveland, OH, Leonard was the son of the late John and Agnes Bravis Palguta. He proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps and was a graduate of Cleveland State University. A giving soul, Len was a...

Nala Tyler-Staley

Nala Tyler-Staley

Aug 26, 2016

AIKEN, SC – NALA ALINIA GRACELIA TYLER-STALEY, 28-day old daughter of Miranda Staley and Theo Jamar Tyler, died Friday, August 26, 2016 at Augusta University Medical Center. Survivors in addition to her parents include two sisters, Ka-Cya Cyanthnia Tyler, Bella Talaya Tyler; a brother, Anthony Jamar Tyler; maternal grandparents, Vannie and Darilee Staley, Aiken; paternal grandparents, Patricia Ann and Maryland...

Ethel Gladden O'Donnell

Ethel Gladden O'Donnell

Aug 24, 2016

AIKEN, SC - Ethel Mae Gladden Trent Lott O’Donnell, 88, of Aiken, SC, passed away on August 24, 2016 at her daughter’s home and is in the eternal hands of Jesus Christ. Ethel was born in Trinity, Texas on November 11, 1927. Her father was Willie Lee Gladden and her mother was Susie Cotton Gladden, both of Texas. Ethel’s daughter,...

George Anthony White

George Anthony White

Aug 20, 2016

AIKEN, SC - Mr. George Anthony White, 67, loving husband of Geraldine “Gerry” White, passed away Saturday, August 20, 2016 at Augusta University Hospital. A Requiem Mass and celebration of George’s life will be held 11:30 AM Thursday, August 25, 2016 at Old St Mary's Help of Christians Church, Park Ave, Aiken, SC with the Rev. Renaurd West officiating. The...

Roger Steven Loge

Roger Steven Loge

Aug 15, 2016

MONETTA, SC ROGER STEVEN LOGE, 67, died Monday, August 15, 2016 at his residence. No services are planned. SHELLHOUSE - RIVERS FUNERAL HOME, 715 EAST PINE LOG RD., AIKEN, SC

Franklin Edward Pemberton

Franklin Edward Pemberton

Aug 13, 2016

AIKEN, SC - FRANKLIN EDWARD PEMBERTON, 78, beloved husband of Maxine S. Pemberton, died Saturday, August 13, 2016 at HarborChase of Aiken. Mr. Pemberton will be conveyed to Keepes Funeral Home in Mount Carmel, IL for funeral services and interment. SHELLHOUSE - RIVERS FUNERAL HOME, 715 EAST PINE LOG RD., AIKEN, SC

Local Obituaries for Aiken South Carolina & Surrounding Areas.

John Andrew Cromer, Jr.

John Andrew Cromer, Jr.

Sep 18, 2016

John Andrew Cromer Jr., 89, died peacefully Sunday, September 18th, 2016 at Generations of Batesburg Assisted Living. He leaves his wife of 67 years, Irdell (Smith) Cromer; his daughter Charlene Heyward and spouse Henry Heyward; his son John Andrew (Andy) Cromer III; four grandchildren: John Andrew Cromer IV, Crystin Whinghter spouse Nathan, Justin Heyward spouse Mandy, Lauren Simmons spouse Jeremey;...

Kenneth B. Johnson

Kenneth B. Johnson

Sep 17, 2016

BLACKVILLE, SC – Mr. Kenneth Bruce Johnson, 65, died peacefully Saturday, September 17, 2016. Mr. Johnson is survived by his beloved wife, Jeanne Carey Johnson; daughter, Carey J Cook, Asheville, NC; and his ten, four-legged family members in Elko, SC. He also leaves behind his sister, Suellen Johnson and niece Julia Johnson, Ocean Beach, CA; and brother, Ben Richard Johnson...

Daniel Patrick Yon

Daniel Patrick Yon

Sep 17, 2016

AIKEN, SC – DANIEL PATRICK YON, 31, died Saturday, September 17, 2016 in Charleston, SC. A native of Aiken County, Daniel was a son of Roger Carrol Yon and Carolyn Williams Yon. He grew up in Perry and lived in Aiken and Charleston. He was a plumber. Survivors include his father Roger of Wagener, his mother, Carolyn, Prosperity, SC, brother,...

Vicki Heilig Dukes

Vicki Heilig Dukes

Sep 15, 2016

AIKEN, SC – VICKI HEILIG DUKES, 65, died Thursday, September 15, 2016 at Aiken Regional Medical Centers. A native of Concord, NC, Vicki was a daughter of the late David Leon and Mamie Rae Lunsford Heilig. She grew up in Aiken and graduated from Aiken High School. Vicki retired from Westinghouse at the Savannah River Site. She was a devoted...

Edward Gerard Conan

Edward Gerard Conan

Sep 14, 2016

EDWARD GERARD CONAN, 78, beloved husband of Maryanne Conan, died Wednesday, September 14, 2016 at Aiken Regional Medical Centers. Born in Syracuse, NY, Edward lived most of his life in Pompey and Fayetteville, NY until moving to Aiken, SC in 2002. He retired from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Central NY as Vice President of Corporate Services after a 38...

Edith Mae Whitley Propst

Edith Mae Whitley Propst

Sep 13, 2016

AIKEN – Mrs. Edith Mae Whitley Propst, 98, died Tuesday, September 13, 2016. A graveside service will be held at 1:30 PM Friday, September 16, 2016 in Pineview Memorial Park, North Augusta. The Reverend Dr. Fred W. Andrea, III will officiate. Mrs. Propst was born in Norfolk, VA, a daughter of the late Russell W. and Ruth Sikes Whitley. She...

Suzanne Tennant Boyer

Suzanne Tennant Boyer

Sep 10, 2016

AIKEN, SC – SUZANNE TENNANT BOYER, 79, beloved wife of Donald Blaine Boyer, passed away peacefully Saturday, September 10, 2016 at her residence. A native of Ironton, OH, Suzanne was a daughter of the late Millard “Bud” and Doris Spriggs Tennant.  She was a homemaker and a member of Aiken Christian Church.  Suzanne enjoyed many activities and took on new challenges throughout...

Gladys Vera Pleasant Kretzmeier

Gladys Vera Pleasant Kretzmeier

Sep 8, 2016

AIKEN - Mrs. Gladys Vera Pleasant Kretzmeier, 79, passed away Thursday, September 8, 2016. Mrs. Kretzmeier was born in San Antonio, TX to the late Monroe and Gladys Cottingham Pleasant. She was a homemaker for her family. She is survived by her daughter, Paula (David) Dixon, Calhoun Falls, SC, son; Wayne Eldon Kretzmeier, Aiken, grandchildren; Jason Layfield, Kimberly Layfield, Amanda...

Carolyn Quinn Nichols

Carolyn Quinn Nichols

Sep 7, 2016

AIKEN - Carolyn Quinn Nichols passed away peacefully at her home in Aiken, SC, surrounded by loved ones, on Wednesday, September 7, 2016. Mrs. Nichols was born May 8, 1950, in Union, SC, the second daughter born to James Edward Quinn and Joyce Sizemore Quinn. She is survived by her loving husband of 48 years, Curtis Nichols; daughter Jeannie Nichols...

Mary Sue Fisher

Mary Sue Fisher

Sep 5, 2016

AIKEN - Mrs. Mary Sue Fisher, 96, died Monday, September 5, 2016. Funeral arrangements will be announced by SHELLHOUSE-RIVERS FUNERAL HOME, INC., 715 E. PINE LOG RD., AIKEN, SC

Jackie Lewis Cothran

Jackie Lewis Cothran

Sep 3, 2016

AIKEN – Mr. Jackie Lewis Cothran, 68, died Saturday, September 3, 2016 at his residence. Jackie was a loving son who was cherished by his mother and father. His great spirit touched the lives of all who met him. We rejoice that Jackie is now made whole in the presence of his Heavenly Father. Funeral services will be held at...

Ana P. Rentas

Ana P. Rentas

Sep 3, 2016

BEECH ISLAND – Mrs. Ana Pagan Rentas, 90, died Saturday, September 3, 2016 at Laurel Baye Healthcare of Blackville, SC. A Prayer Service will be held at 11:00 AM Thursday, September 8, 2016 at Shellhouse-Rivers Funeral Home with the Reverend Father Renaurd West officiating. The family will receive friends following the service. Mrs. Rentas was born in Ponce, Puerto Rico,...

Robert DuWayne White

Robert DuWayne White

Sep 3, 2016

AIKEN – Mr. Robert DuWayne White "Chief", 82, died Saturday, September 3, 2016. The family will receive friends from 4-6 PM Friday, September 9, 2016 at Shellhouse-Rivers Funeral Home. Additional services will be held at a later date. Mr. White was born in Milwaukee, WI, the son of the late Paul White and Evelyn Kutschenreuter. Graduate of Michigan State University...

John Wallace Hyder

John Wallace Hyder

Aug 29, 2016

AIKEN, SC – JOHN WALLACE HYDER, 88, beloved husband of Annette Hyder, died Monday, August 29, 2016 at Aiken Regional Medical Centers. A native of Spartanburg, SC, John was a retired Command Sergeant Major in the United States Army, serving 23 years. He moved to Aiken 5 years ago from Colorado and was a member of the American Legion. Survivors,...

Leonard Andrew Palguta

Leonard Andrew Palguta

Aug 26, 2016

AIKEN, SC – LEONARD ANDREW PALGUTA, 80, went to be with the Lord on Friday, August 26, 2016. A native of Cleveland, OH, Leonard was the son of the late John and Agnes Bravis Palguta. He proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps and was a graduate of Cleveland State University. A giving soul, Len was a...

Nala Tyler-Staley

Nala Tyler-Staley

Aug 26, 2016

AIKEN, SC – NALA ALINIA GRACELIA TYLER-STALEY, 28-day old daughter of Miranda Staley and Theo Jamar Tyler, died Friday, August 26, 2016 at Augusta University Medical Center. Survivors in addition to her parents include two sisters, Ka-Cya Cyanthnia Tyler, Bella Talaya Tyler; a brother, Anthony Jamar Tyler; maternal grandparents, Vannie and Darilee Staley, Aiken; paternal grandparents, Patricia Ann and Maryland...

Ethel Gladden O'Donnell

Ethel Gladden O'Donnell

Aug 24, 2016

AIKEN, SC - Ethel Mae Gladden Trent Lott O’Donnell, 88, of Aiken, SC, passed away on August 24, 2016 at her daughter’s home and is in the eternal hands of Jesus Christ. Ethel was born in Trinity, Texas on November 11, 1927. Her father was Willie Lee Gladden and her mother was Susie Cotton Gladden, both of Texas. Ethel’s daughter,...

George Anthony White

George Anthony White

Aug 20, 2016

AIKEN, SC - Mr. George Anthony White, 67, loving husband of Geraldine “Gerry” White, passed away Saturday, August 20, 2016 at Augusta University Hospital. A Requiem Mass and celebration of George’s life will be held 11:30 AM Thursday, August 25, 2016 at Old St Mary's Help of Christians Church, Park Ave, Aiken, SC with the Rev. Renaurd West officiating. The...

Roger Steven Loge

Roger Steven Loge

Aug 15, 2016

MONETTA, SC ROGER STEVEN LOGE, 67, died Monday, August 15, 2016 at his residence. No services are planned. SHELLHOUSE - RIVERS FUNERAL HOME, 715 EAST PINE LOG RD., AIKEN, SC

Franklin Edward Pemberton

Franklin Edward Pemberton

Aug 13, 2016

AIKEN, SC - FRANKLIN EDWARD PEMBERTON, 78, beloved husband of Maxine S. Pemberton, died Saturday, August 13, 2016 at HarborChase of Aiken. Mr. Pemberton will be conveyed to Keepes Funeral Home in Mount Carmel, IL for funeral services and interment. SHELLHOUSE - RIVERS FUNERAL HOME, 715 EAST PINE LOG RD., AIKEN, SC