Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Aiken South Carolina & Surrounding Areas.

Elizabeth Stokes Wallenburg Spruell

Elizabeth Stokes Wallenburg Spruell

Jun 21, 2023

Elizabeth Stokes Wallenburg Spruell was born, March 28, 1939 in Aiken, SC, to Walter Gustave Wallenburg and Edith Fleming Tarver Wallenburg. She graduated from USC, Columbia with a BA in English (because women were not permitted in the Engineering program at Clemson)."Liz" married George M. Spruell in January of 1965. She gave birth to Hope in 1971 and Walker in...

Francis Skelton Ogilvie

Francis Skelton Ogilvie

Jun 21, 2023

 

FRANCIS SKELTON OGILVIE, 92, beloved husband of Christel Gerlach Ogilvie, passed away Wednesday morning, June 21, 2023 in Aiken Regional Medical Centers.

Born in Astoria, NY, Francis was a son of the late Eric Francis and Ethel Coulter Ogilvie.  He grew up in East Norwich, Long Island. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force, serving in...

Robert James "Jimmy" Rhoden

Robert James "Jimmy" Rhoden

Jun 20, 2023

 

Robert James “Jimmy” Rhoden passed away on June 20, 2023 at his home in Columbia, SC due to complications from diabetes.

     Born January 27, 1982 he was the son of Robert and Susanne Rhoden. Jimmy graduated from the University of South Carolina with a Bachelors and Masters of Computer Engineering. He enjoyed following the Gamecocks, especially football. He...

Sagunaben Rohit Kumar Patel

Sagunaben Rohit Kumar Patel

Jun 18, 2023

     Saguna Patel passed away Sunday, June 18, 2023 in Augusta University Medical Center

     She was born September 22,1976 in Bardoli, India. As the cherished daughter of Zaverbhai and Bhartiben Patel, she grew up alongside two brothers, Dineshbhai and Pravinbhai Patel.  

     She is the loving wife of Rohitkumar Patel. They lived together in India for 15 years before coming to...

Joseph Guy Rochette

Joseph Guy Rochette

Jun 17, 2023

Joseph Guy Rochette, 73, beloved husband of Susan Busalacchi Rochette, passed away suddenly Saturday, June 17, 2023 at his residence.

A native of Quebec, Canada, Joseph was a son of the late Paul and Angeline Comeau Rochette.  He moved with his family to Burlingame, CA when he was 6 years old.  Joseph lived most of his life in California before...

Paul David Smith

Paul David Smith

Jun 16, 2023

Paul David Smith, 86, beloved husband of Martha MacDonald Smith, passed away Friday, June 16, 2023 at Piedmont Augusta Hospital.     A native of Omaha, NE, Paul was the oldest son of the late James Posley and Dorothy Faye Rosicky Smith. In 1959 he graduated from the University of Nebraska in Lincoln, NE, with high distinction, receiving his Bachelor of Science...

Nathan Hamilton III

Nathan Hamilton III

Jun 16, 2023

Nathan Hamilton III, 47, passed away Friday, June 16, 2023.

A native and life-long resident of Aiken, Nathan was a son of Nathan Hamilton, Jr. and Mary Jane Williamson Hamilton. He was a brick mason.

Survivors, in addition to his parents are three children, Nathan Hamilton IV, Natalee Hamilton, Noel Hamilton; his siblings, Angela Michelle Hamilton, Chandra Sherrell Glover, Darlene Bacon,...

Tim Hart

Tim Hart

Jun 14, 2023

 

THERON E. “TIM” HART, JR., 71, passed away Wednesday, June 14, 2023, in Select Specialty Hospital, Augusta, GA.

Born in Travelers Rest, SC., Tim was a son of the late Theron E. and Rosalie Sanders Hart, Sr.  He grew up in Aiken and graduated from The University of South Carolina.  He had various careers in the insurance industry.

Survivors...

Mary Louise Byrley Berrie

Mary Louise Byrley Berrie

Jun 13, 2023

LEESVILLE, SC - Mary Louise Byrley Berrie, 94, of Leesville, SC, slipped out of this life and into glory on June 13, 2023 surrounded by her loving daughter and son-in-law. She was the widow of Marvin Emiel Berrie, Sr., who died in 2007 shortly after they celebrated 60 years of marriage.

Louise was born August 19, 1928, in Lexington, North...

Melvin Alfred Adkinson

Melvin Alfred Adkinson

Jun 12, 2023

Aiken - Mr. Melvin Alfred Adkinson, 61, passed away Monday, June 12, 2023.

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

Joseph John Wisniewski

Joseph John Wisniewski

Jun 11, 2023

AIKEN, SC - Joseph John Wisniewski, a beloved teacher, coach and devoted family man passed away peacefully in his home on June 11th, 2023 at the age of 75. 

Born on April 16th, 1948 to Therese Zmijewski Wisniewski and Joseph Wisniewski in Salem, MA, Joseph found his calling in teaching and became an outstanding educator who left a lasting impression...

Myers Porter

Myers Porter

Jun 11, 2023

 

ANCIL MYERS PORTER, JR., 76, beloved husband of the late Donna Burroughs Porter, passed away Sunday morning, June 11, 2023 in Anchor Post Acute Care of Aiken.

A native of Aiken, Myers was a son of the late Ancil Myers and Lucille Key Porter, Sr.  He was a proud U.S. Air Force veteran.  He formerly worked as a lab...

Joan Marie Albright

Joan Marie Albright

Jun 8, 2023

Joan Marie Albright, 75, beloved wife of Melvin Glenn Albright, passed away Thursday, June 8, 2023 in Aiken Regional Medical Centers.  Born in Toccoa, GA, Joan was a daughter of the late Ira and Minnie Lou Adams Short.  She grew up in Alexandria, VA.  She worked for the Department of Defense at the Pentagon and later was head of the...

Dolores "Doe" B. Pendleton

Dolores "Doe" B. Pendleton

Jun 7, 2023

 

DOLORES “DOE” B. PENDLETON, 92, widow of Joe Clinton Pendleton, passed away Wednesday, June 7, 2023 at Anchor Post Acute Care.

A native of Coeburn, VA, Doe was a daughter of Fonso and Edith Powers Bentley.  She and Joe moved to Aiken in 1953 and became active in the community.  She retired as the church secretary at Millbrook Baptist...

Michael James Lees

Michael James Lees

Jun 6, 2023

AIKEN, SC - Captain Michael J. Lees, US Navy (Ret.), 85, passed away June 6, 2023.

Mike was born in 1937 in Honolulu, Hawaii the son of Captain James S. and Gail A. Lees. After graduating from San Lorenzo High School, San Lorenzo, California, he attended the University of California, Berkeley for one year where he was a member of the NROTC unit.  He then entered the U.S. Naval Academy...

John Melvin St. Clair

John Melvin St. Clair

Jun 5, 2023

AIKEN, SC - John Melvin St. Clair, 86, passed away on Monday, June 5th, 2023 at Brandon Wilde Retirement Community in Evans, GA. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend.

John was born in Pittsburgh, PA, to the late Melvin John and Katherine Kauss St. Clair. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Metallurgy from Lehigh...

Allen Samuel Snell, Jr.

Allen Samuel Snell, Jr.

Jun 4, 2023

LTC Allen Samuel "Al" Snell, Jr. USA, Ret., 75, beloved husband of Cynthia Lominick Snell, passed away Sunday, June 4, 2023 in Augusta University Medical Center following a brief illness. 

     A native of Johnston, SC, Al was a son of the late Allen Samuel and Margaret Fulmer Snell, Sr. Al served the U.S. Army with distinction for 22 years,...

Patricia F. Tatum

Patricia F. Tatum

Jun 3, 2023

Patricia F. Tatum was born in Jasper, TN on May 26, 1933 to Herman G. Forrester, a civilian foreman at the Oakridge Nuclear Facility, and his wife, Minnie M. Forrester, a former school teacher and later, secretary for the Chattanooga Dairy Council. She had one sister, Christine F. Wood, who predeceased her in 2022. After a three month illness, Mrs....

Paul Wayne Moore

Paul Wayne Moore

Jun 3, 2023

Paul Wayne Moore, 54, passed away Saturday, June 3, 2023 at Aiken Regional Medical Centers.

Plans will be announced.

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

Dryth Rhett Fulmer

Dryth Rhett Fulmer

Jun 3, 2023

Batesburg – Dryth Rhett Fulmer 23, went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Saturday, June 3, 2023.

Dryth was born in Augusta, GA, a son of Nikki Thompkins Youngblood, Aiken, and Nathaneal Dustin “Dusty” Fulmer, Aiken. Dryth enjoyed hunting, fishing, riding ATV's, and spending time with his family and friends, especially his two young Son's. Dryth...

Local Obituaries for Aiken South Carolina & Surrounding Areas.

Elizabeth Stokes Wallenburg Spruell

Elizabeth Stokes Wallenburg Spruell

Jun 21, 2023

Elizabeth Stokes Wallenburg Spruell was born, March 28, 1939 in Aiken, SC, to Walter Gustave Wallenburg and Edith Fleming Tarver Wallenburg. She graduated from USC, Columbia with a BA in English (because women were not permitted in the Engineering program at Clemson)."Liz" married George M. Spruell in January of 1965. She gave birth to Hope in 1971 and Walker in...

Francis Skelton Ogilvie

Francis Skelton Ogilvie

Jun 21, 2023

 

FRANCIS SKELTON OGILVIE, 92, beloved husband of Christel Gerlach Ogilvie, passed away Wednesday morning, June 21, 2023 in Aiken Regional Medical Centers.

Born in Astoria, NY, Francis was a son of the late Eric Francis and Ethel Coulter Ogilvie.  He grew up in East Norwich, Long Island. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force, serving in...

Robert James "Jimmy" Rhoden

Robert James "Jimmy" Rhoden

Jun 20, 2023

 

Robert James “Jimmy” Rhoden passed away on June 20, 2023 at his home in Columbia, SC due to complications from diabetes.

     Born January 27, 1982 he was the son of Robert and Susanne Rhoden. Jimmy graduated from the University of South Carolina with a Bachelors and Masters of Computer Engineering. He enjoyed following the Gamecocks, especially football. He...

Sagunaben Rohit Kumar Patel

Sagunaben Rohit Kumar Patel

Jun 18, 2023

     Saguna Patel passed away Sunday, June 18, 2023 in Augusta University Medical Center

     She was born September 22,1976 in Bardoli, India. As the cherished daughter of Zaverbhai and Bhartiben Patel, she grew up alongside two brothers, Dineshbhai and Pravinbhai Patel.  

     She is the loving wife of Rohitkumar Patel. They lived together in India for 15 years before coming to...

Joseph Guy Rochette

Joseph Guy Rochette

Jun 17, 2023

Joseph Guy Rochette, 73, beloved husband of Susan Busalacchi Rochette, passed away suddenly Saturday, June 17, 2023 at his residence.

A native of Quebec, Canada, Joseph was a son of the late Paul and Angeline Comeau Rochette.  He moved with his family to Burlingame, CA when he was 6 years old.  Joseph lived most of his life in California before...

Paul David Smith

Paul David Smith

Jun 16, 2023

Paul David Smith, 86, beloved husband of Martha MacDonald Smith, passed away Friday, June 16, 2023 at Piedmont Augusta Hospital.     A native of Omaha, NE, Paul was the oldest son of the late James Posley and Dorothy Faye Rosicky Smith. In 1959 he graduated from the University of Nebraska in Lincoln, NE, with high distinction, receiving his Bachelor of Science...

Nathan Hamilton III

Nathan Hamilton III

Jun 16, 2023

Nathan Hamilton III, 47, passed away Friday, June 16, 2023.

A native and life-long resident of Aiken, Nathan was a son of Nathan Hamilton, Jr. and Mary Jane Williamson Hamilton. He was a brick mason.

Survivors, in addition to his parents are three children, Nathan Hamilton IV, Natalee Hamilton, Noel Hamilton; his siblings, Angela Michelle Hamilton, Chandra Sherrell Glover, Darlene Bacon,...

Tim Hart

Tim Hart

Jun 14, 2023

 

THERON E. “TIM” HART, JR., 71, passed away Wednesday, June 14, 2023, in Select Specialty Hospital, Augusta, GA.

Born in Travelers Rest, SC., Tim was a son of the late Theron E. and Rosalie Sanders Hart, Sr.  He grew up in Aiken and graduated from The University of South Carolina.  He had various careers in the insurance industry.

Survivors...

Mary Louise Byrley Berrie

Mary Louise Byrley Berrie

Jun 13, 2023

LEESVILLE, SC - Mary Louise Byrley Berrie, 94, of Leesville, SC, slipped out of this life and into glory on June 13, 2023 surrounded by her loving daughter and son-in-law. She was the widow of Marvin Emiel Berrie, Sr., who died in 2007 shortly after they celebrated 60 years of marriage.

Louise was born August 19, 1928, in Lexington, North...

Melvin Alfred Adkinson

Melvin Alfred Adkinson

Jun 12, 2023

Aiken - Mr. Melvin Alfred Adkinson, 61, passed away Monday, June 12, 2023.

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

Joseph John Wisniewski

Joseph John Wisniewski

Jun 11, 2023

AIKEN, SC - Joseph John Wisniewski, a beloved teacher, coach and devoted family man passed away peacefully in his home on June 11th, 2023 at the age of 75. 

Born on April 16th, 1948 to Therese Zmijewski Wisniewski and Joseph Wisniewski in Salem, MA, Joseph found his calling in teaching and became an outstanding educator who left a lasting impression...

Myers Porter

Myers Porter

Jun 11, 2023

 

ANCIL MYERS PORTER, JR., 76, beloved husband of the late Donna Burroughs Porter, passed away Sunday morning, June 11, 2023 in Anchor Post Acute Care of Aiken.

A native of Aiken, Myers was a son of the late Ancil Myers and Lucille Key Porter, Sr.  He was a proud U.S. Air Force veteran.  He formerly worked as a lab...

Joan Marie Albright

Joan Marie Albright

Jun 8, 2023

Joan Marie Albright, 75, beloved wife of Melvin Glenn Albright, passed away Thursday, June 8, 2023 in Aiken Regional Medical Centers.  Born in Toccoa, GA, Joan was a daughter of the late Ira and Minnie Lou Adams Short.  She grew up in Alexandria, VA.  She worked for the Department of Defense at the Pentagon and later was head of the...

Dolores "Doe" B. Pendleton

Dolores "Doe" B. Pendleton

Jun 7, 2023

 

DOLORES “DOE” B. PENDLETON, 92, widow of Joe Clinton Pendleton, passed away Wednesday, June 7, 2023 at Anchor Post Acute Care.

A native of Coeburn, VA, Doe was a daughter of Fonso and Edith Powers Bentley.  She and Joe moved to Aiken in 1953 and became active in the community.  She retired as the church secretary at Millbrook Baptist...

Michael James Lees

Michael James Lees

Jun 6, 2023

AIKEN, SC - Captain Michael J. Lees, US Navy (Ret.), 85, passed away June 6, 2023.

Mike was born in 1937 in Honolulu, Hawaii the son of Captain James S. and Gail A. Lees. After graduating from San Lorenzo High School, San Lorenzo, California, he attended the University of California, Berkeley for one year where he was a member of the NROTC unit.  He then entered the U.S. Naval Academy...

John Melvin St. Clair

John Melvin St. Clair

Jun 5, 2023

AIKEN, SC - John Melvin St. Clair, 86, passed away on Monday, June 5th, 2023 at Brandon Wilde Retirement Community in Evans, GA. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend.

John was born in Pittsburgh, PA, to the late Melvin John and Katherine Kauss St. Clair. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Metallurgy from Lehigh...

Allen Samuel Snell, Jr.

Allen Samuel Snell, Jr.

Jun 4, 2023

LTC Allen Samuel "Al" Snell, Jr. USA, Ret., 75, beloved husband of Cynthia Lominick Snell, passed away Sunday, June 4, 2023 in Augusta University Medical Center following a brief illness. 

     A native of Johnston, SC, Al was a son of the late Allen Samuel and Margaret Fulmer Snell, Sr. Al served the U.S. Army with distinction for 22 years,...

Patricia F. Tatum

Patricia F. Tatum

Jun 3, 2023

Patricia F. Tatum was born in Jasper, TN on May 26, 1933 to Herman G. Forrester, a civilian foreman at the Oakridge Nuclear Facility, and his wife, Minnie M. Forrester, a former school teacher and later, secretary for the Chattanooga Dairy Council. She had one sister, Christine F. Wood, who predeceased her in 2022. After a three month illness, Mrs....

Paul Wayne Moore

Paul Wayne Moore

Jun 3, 2023

Paul Wayne Moore, 54, passed away Saturday, June 3, 2023 at Aiken Regional Medical Centers.

Plans will be announced.

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

Dryth Rhett Fulmer

Dryth Rhett Fulmer

Jun 3, 2023

Batesburg – Dryth Rhett Fulmer 23, went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Saturday, June 3, 2023.

Dryth was born in Augusta, GA, a son of Nikki Thompkins Youngblood, Aiken, and Nathaneal Dustin “Dusty” Fulmer, Aiken. Dryth enjoyed hunting, fishing, riding ATV's, and spending time with his family and friends, especially his two young Son's. Dryth...