Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Aiken South Carolina & Surrounding Areas.

Glenn A. Redd

Glenn A. Redd

Apr 6, 2025

GLENN A. REDD, 78, beloved husband of Norma Jean Lybrand Redd, passed away Sunday, April 6, 2025, in Aiken Regional Medical Centers with his loving family by his side.

A native of Aiken, Glenn was the son of the late James Leonard and Mildred Elise Harley Redd. After high school, he went to work for A & P Grocery store until...

Jacob Daniel Moseley

Jacob Daniel Moseley

Apr 5, 2025

JACOB DANIEL MOSELEY, 43, passed away April 5, 2025, in his home.

A native of Aiken, Jacob was a son of Sara Brown Moseley and the late Joseph Benjamin “J.B.” Moseley. A lifelong Aiken resident, he was a heavy equipment operator.

Jacob loved the outdoors, spending time on the lake or on Edisto Beach. He was an avid hunter and fisherman. He...

Lucy McDaniel Woodruff

Lucy McDaniel Woodruff

Apr 4, 2025

LUCY McDANIEL WOODRUFF, 95, passed away on Friday, April 4th, 2025 while under the care of Ogeechee Area Hospice in Statesboro, GA. She had resided at Shadow Oaks in Aiken, SC for the last 7 ½ years where she received wonderful care and love under the direction of Lenzie Wilson and the caregivers there.

Lucy was raised in Tyronza, AR and...

Lonnie Calvin Hickson

Lonnie Calvin Hickson

Apr 3, 2025

Mr. Lonnie Calvin Hickson. 80, passed away Thursday, April 3, 3025.

Lonnie was born in Aiken, son of the late Wallace Dicks and Tearothia Hickson. He retired from the US Navy, he also worked at Westinghouse until his health failed him. Lonnie dedicated his life to Jehovah on June 29, 2013, and has been a faithful servant until he departed this...

Charles R. Dinunzio

Charles R. Dinunzio

Apr 3, 2025

CHARLES RICHARD DINUNZIO, 70, of Aiken SC passed away Thursday, April 3, 2025, after a brief illness.

He is survived by his loving wife of 30 years, Mary Kimberly Dinunzio, and several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.

He was proceeded in death by his parents, Joseph Dominic and Aileen Marie Naro Dinunzio, a brother, James Anthony Dinunzio.

A native of Cleveland Ohio,...

Joan Agnes Buttrey

Joan Agnes Buttrey

Apr 3, 2025

Joan Agnes Buttrey, beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on April 3, 2025, in Aiken, South Carolina, at the age of 94.

She was born on September 15, 1930, in Chicago, Illinois. Growing up as an only child, she loved spending time with her grandparents, aunts and uncles, and many cousins. Joan loved expressing her creativity through singing, dancing, and...

Patricia T. Milheim

Patricia T. Milheim

Apr 2, 2025

Patricia T. Milheim, born on November 9, 1928, in Philadelphia, PA, passed away peacefully at home in Aiken on April 2, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.

Pat was fiercely independent and a proud feminist who embraced life with a lively spirit. She was known for her talents as a gardener and an orchidist, dedicating herself to nurturing the beauty of...

Edwin Carl Hill

Edwin Carl Hill

Apr 2, 2025

EDWIN CARL HILL, 84, beloved husband of Mary Kelley Fulmer Hill, passed away suddenly Wednesday, April 2, 2025.

A native of Lake View, SC, Edwin was a son of the late William James and Nell Edwards Hill. He graduated from Lake View High School and went on to graduate from Newberry College. He honorably served in the United States Army Reserves...

Michael Haschker

Michael Haschker

Apr 2, 2025

MICHAEL HASCHKER, 67, beloved husband of Andrea Freitag Haschker, passed away Wednesday, April 2, 2025 in his home, surrounded by his loving family.

A native of Offenbach Germany Michael was a son of the late Gerald and Maria Schmitt Haschker. Michael grew up as an army brat but home was never a city it was where his family and friends were....

Jeffery Lynn Silas

Jeffery Lynn Silas

Mar 31, 2025

Mr. Jeffery Lynn Silas, 68, entered into eternal rest Monday, March 31, 2025. He resided in New Ellenton, South Carolina.

Jeff was born December 5th, 1956, in Augusta, GA, a life-long native of New Ellenton in Aiken County SC. He is preceded in in death by the late Hampton C. Silas Jr., and Mary Elizabeth Boozer Silas of Turon, Itawamba Mississippi....

David Albert Rudisill

David Albert Rudisill

Mar 31, 2025

David Albert Rudisill, 74, of Aiken South Carolina, passed away March 31, 2025 after a courageous battle with cancer. 

Dave was born on January 30,1951 in Gettysburg Pennsylvania to the late Jean Elizabeth Rudisill (Harbaugh) and Wilbur Albert Rudisill.He was a graduate of Gettysburg High School in 1969. He attended the Industrial Management Institute and studied Architectural Design & Drafting. He...

Blanche Doreen Lind

Blanche Doreen Lind

Mar 31, 2025

BLANCHE DOREEN LIND, 97, passed away Monday, March 31, 2025 in Silver Bluff Grove Senior Living.

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

Johnnie Holden

Johnnie Holden

Mar 31, 2025

JOHNNIE HOLDEN, 72, passed away Monday morning, March 31, 2025 in Piedmont Augusta Hospital.

A native of Vernon, AL, Johnnie was a daughter of the late Albert and Lavelle Lachey Taylor.

Survivors are her partner, J.R. Herron; daughter, Tammy Shaw, son, Scott Shaw (Kitty); grandchildren, Matthew S. Shaw, Melanie Shaw, Sonny Shaw, Jr., Dustin Shaw, Whitney Shaw; four great-grandchildren; two sisters, Glenda...

Charles "Bobby" Robert Hayes

Charles "Bobby" Robert Hayes

Mar 30, 2025

CHARLES ROBERT “BOBBY” HAYES, 67, beloved husband of Candace Stapleton “Candy” Hayes, passed away Sunday afternoon, March 30, 2025 in his home surrounded by his loving family.

Bobby was born in Augusta and raised in Johnston, SC. He was a son of the late Charles Robert, Sr., and Johnnie McCauley Hayes. He graduated from Strom Thurmond High School where he was...

Kenneth James Smith

Kenneth James Smith

Mar 27, 2025

Mr. Kenneth James Smith, 84, formerly of Dayton, OH and Aiken, SC, passed away Thursday, March 27, 2025 in West Palm Beach, FL.

Born in McKee, KY, Kenneth was the son of Reverend Eldon and Ella Mae Smith. He attended Oneida Baptist Institute in Oneida, KY, and graduated from Dixie High School in New Lebanon, OH. He worked as a machinist...

Richard "Dick" Robert Bowers

Richard "Dick" Robert Bowers

Mar 27, 2025

Mr. Richard R. (Dick) Bowers, 91, of Kalmia Landing, died March 27, 2025 at Anchor Post Acute.

Funeral services will be held at St. Johns Methodist Church in Aiken on Saturday, July 26th at 11 o’clock. The Revs. Dr. W. Timothy McClendon and Grayson “Butch” Blackwell will officiate. Burial will be private in the Sunset Memorial Gardens.

A native of Johnstown, Pennsylvania,...

Martha R. Killian

Martha R. Killian

Mar 26, 2025

 Martha Roberts Killian went to her Eternal Home in Heaven on Wednesday, March 26, 2025. She is survived by her husband of more than sixty years, Gerald W. Killian, and she is survived by two adult sons, Thomas Killian (Virginia) of Cartersville, Georgia and Andrew Killian (Venita) of Duluth, Georgia. She is survived by five grandchildren, Nicholas (and Sarah) Killian,...

Michael Dennis Dukes

Michael Dennis Dukes

Mar 26, 2025

Michael Dennis Dukes passed away peacefully on March 26, 2025, surrounded by family at home. He was a caring husband, father, uncle, and grandfather. Mike was born November 4, 1952, in Winter Haven, Florida, to the late Beatrice Little Dukes and Carl Dennis Dukes. He enjoyed the friendship of his two older sisters Glennis and Susan and care from his...

Ronald C. Jones

Ronald C. Jones

Mar 22, 2025

Ronald C. Jones beloved husband of Sandra P. “Sandee” Jones passed away Saturday morning, March 22, 2025 at home with his loving wife by his side. Ron was born November 13, 1941 in Rome, NY. He was the son of Clinton and Arlene Jones. The family moved to Verona, NY where Ron was joined by brother Robert K, and sister...

Carolyn Theresa Cain

Carolyn Theresa Cain

Mar 20, 2025

Carolyn Theresa Cain, 70, passed away Thursday, March 20, 2025 in Aiken Regional Medical Center. She is now with our Lord.

Carolyn was the daughter of Jean Craig Cain and the late Robert Elwood Cain. Carolyn graduated from Aiken High School and with a Masters Degree in Early Childhood Education from Clemson University. She taught reading at Hawthorne Elementary for five...

Local Obituaries for Aiken South Carolina & Surrounding Areas.

Glenn A. Redd

Glenn A. Redd

Apr 6, 2025

GLENN A. REDD, 78, beloved husband of Norma Jean Lybrand Redd, passed away Sunday, April 6, 2025, in Aiken Regional Medical Centers with his loving family by his side.

A native of Aiken, Glenn was the son of the late James Leonard and Mildred Elise Harley Redd. After high school, he went to work for A & P Grocery store until...

Jacob Daniel Moseley

Jacob Daniel Moseley

Apr 5, 2025

JACOB DANIEL MOSELEY, 43, passed away April 5, 2025, in his home.

A native of Aiken, Jacob was a son of Sara Brown Moseley and the late Joseph Benjamin “J.B.” Moseley. A lifelong Aiken resident, he was a heavy equipment operator.

Jacob loved the outdoors, spending time on the lake or on Edisto Beach. He was an avid hunter and fisherman. He...

Lucy McDaniel Woodruff

Lucy McDaniel Woodruff

Apr 4, 2025

LUCY McDANIEL WOODRUFF, 95, passed away on Friday, April 4th, 2025 while under the care of Ogeechee Area Hospice in Statesboro, GA. She had resided at Shadow Oaks in Aiken, SC for the last 7 ½ years where she received wonderful care and love under the direction of Lenzie Wilson and the caregivers there.

Lucy was raised in Tyronza, AR and...

Lonnie Calvin Hickson

Lonnie Calvin Hickson

Apr 3, 2025

Mr. Lonnie Calvin Hickson. 80, passed away Thursday, April 3, 3025.

Lonnie was born in Aiken, son of the late Wallace Dicks and Tearothia Hickson. He retired from the US Navy, he also worked at Westinghouse until his health failed him. Lonnie dedicated his life to Jehovah on June 29, 2013, and has been a faithful servant until he departed this...

Charles R. Dinunzio

Charles R. Dinunzio

Apr 3, 2025

CHARLES RICHARD DINUNZIO, 70, of Aiken SC passed away Thursday, April 3, 2025, after a brief illness.

He is survived by his loving wife of 30 years, Mary Kimberly Dinunzio, and several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.

He was proceeded in death by his parents, Joseph Dominic and Aileen Marie Naro Dinunzio, a brother, James Anthony Dinunzio.

A native of Cleveland Ohio,...

Joan Agnes Buttrey

Joan Agnes Buttrey

Apr 3, 2025

Joan Agnes Buttrey, beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on April 3, 2025, in Aiken, South Carolina, at the age of 94.

She was born on September 15, 1930, in Chicago, Illinois. Growing up as an only child, she loved spending time with her grandparents, aunts and uncles, and many cousins. Joan loved expressing her creativity through singing, dancing, and...

Patricia T. Milheim

Patricia T. Milheim

Apr 2, 2025

Patricia T. Milheim, born on November 9, 1928, in Philadelphia, PA, passed away peacefully at home in Aiken on April 2, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.

Pat was fiercely independent and a proud feminist who embraced life with a lively spirit. She was known for her talents as a gardener and an orchidist, dedicating herself to nurturing the beauty of...

Edwin Carl Hill

Edwin Carl Hill

Apr 2, 2025

EDWIN CARL HILL, 84, beloved husband of Mary Kelley Fulmer Hill, passed away suddenly Wednesday, April 2, 2025.

A native of Lake View, SC, Edwin was a son of the late William James and Nell Edwards Hill. He graduated from Lake View High School and went on to graduate from Newberry College. He honorably served in the United States Army Reserves...

Michael Haschker

Michael Haschker

Apr 2, 2025

MICHAEL HASCHKER, 67, beloved husband of Andrea Freitag Haschker, passed away Wednesday, April 2, 2025 in his home, surrounded by his loving family.

A native of Offenbach Germany Michael was a son of the late Gerald and Maria Schmitt Haschker. Michael grew up as an army brat but home was never a city it was where his family and friends were....

Jeffery Lynn Silas

Jeffery Lynn Silas

Mar 31, 2025

Mr. Jeffery Lynn Silas, 68, entered into eternal rest Monday, March 31, 2025. He resided in New Ellenton, South Carolina.

Jeff was born December 5th, 1956, in Augusta, GA, a life-long native of New Ellenton in Aiken County SC. He is preceded in in death by the late Hampton C. Silas Jr., and Mary Elizabeth Boozer Silas of Turon, Itawamba Mississippi....

David Albert Rudisill

David Albert Rudisill

Mar 31, 2025

David Albert Rudisill, 74, of Aiken South Carolina, passed away March 31, 2025 after a courageous battle with cancer. 

Dave was born on January 30,1951 in Gettysburg Pennsylvania to the late Jean Elizabeth Rudisill (Harbaugh) and Wilbur Albert Rudisill.He was a graduate of Gettysburg High School in 1969. He attended the Industrial Management Institute and studied Architectural Design & Drafting. He...

Blanche Doreen Lind

Blanche Doreen Lind

Mar 31, 2025

BLANCHE DOREEN LIND, 97, passed away Monday, March 31, 2025 in Silver Bluff Grove Senior Living.

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

Johnnie Holden

Johnnie Holden

Mar 31, 2025

JOHNNIE HOLDEN, 72, passed away Monday morning, March 31, 2025 in Piedmont Augusta Hospital.

A native of Vernon, AL, Johnnie was a daughter of the late Albert and Lavelle Lachey Taylor.

Survivors are her partner, J.R. Herron; daughter, Tammy Shaw, son, Scott Shaw (Kitty); grandchildren, Matthew S. Shaw, Melanie Shaw, Sonny Shaw, Jr., Dustin Shaw, Whitney Shaw; four great-grandchildren; two sisters, Glenda...

Charles "Bobby" Robert Hayes

Charles "Bobby" Robert Hayes

Mar 30, 2025

CHARLES ROBERT “BOBBY” HAYES, 67, beloved husband of Candace Stapleton “Candy” Hayes, passed away Sunday afternoon, March 30, 2025 in his home surrounded by his loving family.

Bobby was born in Augusta and raised in Johnston, SC. He was a son of the late Charles Robert, Sr., and Johnnie McCauley Hayes. He graduated from Strom Thurmond High School where he was...

Kenneth James Smith

Kenneth James Smith

Mar 27, 2025

Mr. Kenneth James Smith, 84, formerly of Dayton, OH and Aiken, SC, passed away Thursday, March 27, 2025 in West Palm Beach, FL.

Born in McKee, KY, Kenneth was the son of Reverend Eldon and Ella Mae Smith. He attended Oneida Baptist Institute in Oneida, KY, and graduated from Dixie High School in New Lebanon, OH. He worked as a machinist...

Richard "Dick" Robert Bowers

Richard "Dick" Robert Bowers

Mar 27, 2025

Mr. Richard R. (Dick) Bowers, 91, of Kalmia Landing, died March 27, 2025 at Anchor Post Acute.

Funeral services will be held at St. Johns Methodist Church in Aiken on Saturday, July 26th at 11 o’clock. The Revs. Dr. W. Timothy McClendon and Grayson “Butch” Blackwell will officiate. Burial will be private in the Sunset Memorial Gardens.

A native of Johnstown, Pennsylvania,...

Martha R. Killian

Martha R. Killian

Mar 26, 2025

 Martha Roberts Killian went to her Eternal Home in Heaven on Wednesday, March 26, 2025. She is survived by her husband of more than sixty years, Gerald W. Killian, and she is survived by two adult sons, Thomas Killian (Virginia) of Cartersville, Georgia and Andrew Killian (Venita) of Duluth, Georgia. She is survived by five grandchildren, Nicholas (and Sarah) Killian,...

Michael Dennis Dukes

Michael Dennis Dukes

Mar 26, 2025

Michael Dennis Dukes passed away peacefully on March 26, 2025, surrounded by family at home. He was a caring husband, father, uncle, and grandfather. Mike was born November 4, 1952, in Winter Haven, Florida, to the late Beatrice Little Dukes and Carl Dennis Dukes. He enjoyed the friendship of his two older sisters Glennis and Susan and care from his...

Ronald C. Jones

Ronald C. Jones

Mar 22, 2025

Ronald C. Jones beloved husband of Sandra P. “Sandee” Jones passed away Saturday morning, March 22, 2025 at home with his loving wife by his side. Ron was born November 13, 1941 in Rome, NY. He was the son of Clinton and Arlene Jones. The family moved to Verona, NY where Ron was joined by brother Robert K, and sister...

Carolyn Theresa Cain

Carolyn Theresa Cain

Mar 20, 2025

Carolyn Theresa Cain, 70, passed away Thursday, March 20, 2025 in Aiken Regional Medical Center. She is now with our Lord.

Carolyn was the daughter of Jean Craig Cain and the late Robert Elwood Cain. Carolyn graduated from Aiken High School and with a Masters Degree in Early Childhood Education from Clemson University. She taught reading at Hawthorne Elementary for five...