Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Aiken South Carolina & Surrounding Areas.
Veronica Chapman Beckum
Jul 12, 2026
Veronica Chapman Beckum, age 98, died peacefully at home after a long and beautiful life. She was the daughter of the late James and Dorothy Chapman and the wife of the late Lewis (Sonny) Beckum for 65 years.
Born and raised in England, Veronica came of age during the Second World War. She met Lewis in Alsace, Italy and their chance...
David Lawrence Sacks
Jul 12, 2026
David Lawrence Sacks, 70, of Aiken, South Carolina, passed away on July 12, 2026. Born July 30, 1955, in Aiken, he was raised there and made it his home for his entire life.
A lifelong entrepreneur, David was best known as the longtime owner of Newberry Hall catering company, which he ran alongside his beloved wife, Maggie. The two purchased the...
Katherine "Katie" Emily Kirkpatrick
Jul 12, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Katie Kirkpatrick, a beloved daughter, sister, aunt and friend. Katie was born in Charleston, SC, on July 4, 1993, and passed away unexpectedly on July 12, 2026, at the age of 33.
Katie is survived by her father Brian Kirkpatrick (Mary Spencer) of Aiken, SC, her mother Marianne Green (Dan)...
David Hawver
Jul 11, 2026
David Hawver passed away suddenly Saturday, July 11, 2026 in Greenville SC.
Born in Binghamton, New York on January 16, 1961. He graduated from the University of Illinois in 1984, where he earned his Bachelor’s degree,in Electrical Engineering.
David and his loving wife Frances moved to the Aiken area in 1984 where he accepted a job at the Savannah River Site. After...
Douglas Edward Temples
Jul 11, 2026
Douglas “Doug” Edward Temples, 68, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 11, 2026, following an extended illness.
Born on January 4, 1958, in Greenwood, South Carolina, Doug lived a life defined by loyalty, generosity, honesty, and an unwavering love for his family and friends. A lifelong resident of Aiken with a few stops in Chicago, Lexington, and Phoenix, he never met...
Margaret Clark
Jul 10, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Margaret Fraser Clark on July 10, 2026, at her cherished home in Aiken, SC after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on August 31, 1953, in Schenectady, NY, Margaret was a beacon of strength and compassion who touched the lives of all who knew her.
Margaret was the beloved...
Gale D. Wilkins
Jul 9, 2026
Gale D. Wilkins, 95, widow of Herbert I. Wilkins, passed away Thursday, July 9, 2026 after a long battle with dementia.
She was born in Only, Tennessee to William Oscar Dudley and Maudy Reath Cline Dudley. She is preceded in death by her parents, her loving husband of 63 years, Herbert Ira Wilkins, her oldest daughter Iris Jeryl Peebles and her...
Danny Eugene Johnson
Jul 9, 2026
Danny Eugene Johnson, fondly known as “Rhino” to many, passed away late Thursday, July 9, 2026 at Aiken Regional Medical Centers, following an extended illness.
Born in Augusta, Georgia, on June 18, 1946, Dan spent his formative years growing up in North Augusta. He graduated from Carlisle Military Academy, where he earned the nickname “Rhino” from his football teammates. Dan continued...
Lila Heath Lanier
Jul 9, 2026
Aiken – Lila Mae Heath Lanier, age 85, passed away Thursday, July 9, 2026. She was the widow of Dennis H. Lanier, the love of her life. A private graveside service will be held at Sunset Memorial Gardens, Graniteville, SC.
Lila, as she was known to family and friends, was born on August 28, 1940, in Aiken, South Carolina, in the...
Hazel Ann Kendrick Poston
Jul 8, 2026
Hazel “Ann” Kendrick Poston passed away peacefully Wednesday, July 8, 2026 in Worcester, MA after attending her first granddaughter’s wedding. The wedding was deliberately held on July 3rd, which is her birthday. She was ecstatic that she was able to attend. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, Ann spent her childhood in New Ellenton before moving to Aiken in the late 1970s.
She...
Jarone M. Golden
Jul 8, 2026
Jarone M. Golden, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away unexpectedly at his home in Aiken, SC, on July 8, 2026. Born into a military family at Fort Hood, TX, on January 5, 1953, he moved to Aiken around 1957.
Those who knew "Roni" as he was affectionately called will remember him as someone whose warmth filled every room and...
Dacosta Muckenfuss, Jr.
Jul 7, 2026
DaCosta Muckenfuss, Jr., of Summerville, South Carolina, passed from this life on July 7, 2026.
Known to those close to him as “Muck”, his 83 years were well spent on: his love of family, friends, passion for the education of the children of South Carolina, and his beloved Alma mater,Clemson University.
Born to DaCosta Muckenfuss and Frances Lide Muckenfuss in 1942, DaCosta...
Cecil Morgan Etherredge II
Jul 6, 2026
Cecil Morgan Etherredge II, 88, of Lexington, Kentucky, passed away on July 6, 2026. Born on September 21, 1937, in Dothan, Alabama, Cecil lived a full and vibrant life marked by service, creativity, and a deep devotion to his family and community.
Preceding him in death, Cecil’s parents, Cecil Morgan Etherredge I and Virginia Harby Etherredge, both of Aiken, fostered his...
Sara Joyce Derr
Jul 6, 2026
Sara Joyce Derr, born January 28, 1926, in Memphis, TN, passed away peacefully on July 6, 2026, at her home in Aiken, SC, at the age of 100. Her life was a shining example of devotion, faith, and love for her family.
Sara was the daughter of Elmore Aurelius Copeland and Edna Adams. She married James Henry Derr, Jr. in Baton...
Richard Alan Cherry
Jul 4, 2026
Richard Alan Cherry passed away peacefully at home in Ridge Spring, South Carolina, on July 4th, 2026 after many years of battling Parkinson’s Disease. Richard, also known as Alan in his family, was born July 15th, 1938, in Albuquerque, New Mexico to Wilbur Aubrey Cherry and Mary Louise Cherry (McComb). He was the 2nd oldest of 8 total children.
From there,...
Brock Keen Jackson
Jul 4, 2026
Brock Keen Jackson passed away Saturday, July 4, 2026.
Brock was born in Atlanta, GA, son of Jana Jo Sellers Jackson, Aiken and Sam Keen (Mandi) Jackson Jr, Lake City Fl. He was a lifelong resident of Aiken, and a graduate of Aiken High School. He attended college at USC Aiken for business and currently was working toward his real estate...
Jane Ellen Schibik
Jul 1, 2026
Jane Ellen Higginbottom Schibik, 85, passed away peacefully at her home in Aiken, South Carolina, on July 1, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Born on February 22, 1941, in Aiken where she spent most of her life.
Family was Jane’s greatest joy. She cherished every moment spent with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Jane is survived by her loving son, Jason...
Wallace McNair Dunbar
Jul 1, 2026
KITCHINGS MILL, SC - Wallace M. Dunbar, 78, of Aiken, South Carolina, passed away on June 30, 2026.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 57 years, Mary Kay Dunbar; his sons, William John Dunbar (Destiny) and Wallace Corey Dunbar; his sister, Ann Mayenschein; his nieces and nephews, Amy and Will Parrott, Elizabeth Duffy, Wayne Frederick (Sabrina), Wendy Sherman, and...
John Davison Myers
Jun 29, 2026
John D. Myers, age 81, passed away on June 29, 2026 in Aiken, South Carolina.
Throughout his life, John lived in Birmingham, Michigan; Fort Myers, Florida; and Aiken, South Carolina. He grew up on 80 acres in Ortonville, Michigan, where he developed his determination, curiosity, and work ethic that would define his life. He graduated from Brandon High School, earned his...
Dave Stewart Robinson, Jr.
Jun 29, 2026
Dave Stewart Robinson, Jr., 78, passed away Monday, June 29, 2026.
Dave was born in Newport, TN, son of the late Dave Stewart Robinson, Sr. and Ilie Mae West Robinson. Dave was a passionate golfer in his local community and played on the Aiken High School team as well as USC Aiken Golf team. Pretty close to a scratch golfer! He...
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Local Obituaries for Aiken South Carolina & Surrounding Areas.
Veronica Chapman Beckum
Jul 12, 2026
Veronica Chapman Beckum, age 98, died peacefully at home after a long and beautiful life. She was the daughter of the late James and Dorothy Chapman and the wife of the late Lewis (Sonny) Beckum for 65 years.
Born and raised in England, Veronica came of age during the Second World War. She met Lewis in Alsace, Italy and their chance...
David Lawrence Sacks
Jul 12, 2026
David Lawrence Sacks, 70, of Aiken, South Carolina, passed away on July 12, 2026. Born July 30, 1955, in Aiken, he was raised there and made it his home for his entire life.
A lifelong entrepreneur, David was best known as the longtime owner of Newberry Hall catering company, which he ran alongside his beloved wife, Maggie. The two purchased the...
Katherine "Katie" Emily Kirkpatrick
Jul 12, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Katie Kirkpatrick, a beloved daughter, sister, aunt and friend. Katie was born in Charleston, SC, on July 4, 1993, and passed away unexpectedly on July 12, 2026, at the age of 33.
Katie is survived by her father Brian Kirkpatrick (Mary Spencer) of Aiken, SC, her mother Marianne Green (Dan)...
David Hawver
Jul 11, 2026
David Hawver passed away suddenly Saturday, July 11, 2026 in Greenville SC.
Born in Binghamton, New York on January 16, 1961. He graduated from the University of Illinois in 1984, where he earned his Bachelor’s degree,in Electrical Engineering.
David and his loving wife Frances moved to the Aiken area in 1984 where he accepted a job at the Savannah River Site. After...
Douglas Edward Temples
Jul 11, 2026
Douglas “Doug” Edward Temples, 68, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 11, 2026, following an extended illness.
Born on January 4, 1958, in Greenwood, South Carolina, Doug lived a life defined by loyalty, generosity, honesty, and an unwavering love for his family and friends. A lifelong resident of Aiken with a few stops in Chicago, Lexington, and Phoenix, he never met...
Margaret Clark
Jul 10, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Margaret Fraser Clark on July 10, 2026, at her cherished home in Aiken, SC after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on August 31, 1953, in Schenectady, NY, Margaret was a beacon of strength and compassion who touched the lives of all who knew her.
Margaret was the beloved...
Gale D. Wilkins
Jul 9, 2026
Gale D. Wilkins, 95, widow of Herbert I. Wilkins, passed away Thursday, July 9, 2026 after a long battle with dementia.
She was born in Only, Tennessee to William Oscar Dudley and Maudy Reath Cline Dudley. She is preceded in death by her parents, her loving husband of 63 years, Herbert Ira Wilkins, her oldest daughter Iris Jeryl Peebles and her...
Danny Eugene Johnson
Jul 9, 2026
Danny Eugene Johnson, fondly known as “Rhino” to many, passed away late Thursday, July 9, 2026 at Aiken Regional Medical Centers, following an extended illness.
Born in Augusta, Georgia, on June 18, 1946, Dan spent his formative years growing up in North Augusta. He graduated from Carlisle Military Academy, where he earned the nickname “Rhino” from his football teammates. Dan continued...
Lila Heath Lanier
Jul 9, 2026
Aiken – Lila Mae Heath Lanier, age 85, passed away Thursday, July 9, 2026. She was the widow of Dennis H. Lanier, the love of her life. A private graveside service will be held at Sunset Memorial Gardens, Graniteville, SC.
Lila, as she was known to family and friends, was born on August 28, 1940, in Aiken, South Carolina, in the...
Hazel Ann Kendrick Poston
Jul 8, 2026
Hazel “Ann” Kendrick Poston passed away peacefully Wednesday, July 8, 2026 in Worcester, MA after attending her first granddaughter’s wedding. The wedding was deliberately held on July 3rd, which is her birthday. She was ecstatic that she was able to attend. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, Ann spent her childhood in New Ellenton before moving to Aiken in the late 1970s.
She...
Jarone M. Golden
Jul 8, 2026
Jarone M. Golden, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away unexpectedly at his home in Aiken, SC, on July 8, 2026. Born into a military family at Fort Hood, TX, on January 5, 1953, he moved to Aiken around 1957.
Those who knew "Roni" as he was affectionately called will remember him as someone whose warmth filled every room and...
Dacosta Muckenfuss, Jr.
Jul 7, 2026
DaCosta Muckenfuss, Jr., of Summerville, South Carolina, passed from this life on July 7, 2026.
Known to those close to him as “Muck”, his 83 years were well spent on: his love of family, friends, passion for the education of the children of South Carolina, and his beloved Alma mater,Clemson University.
Born to DaCosta Muckenfuss and Frances Lide Muckenfuss in 1942, DaCosta...
Cecil Morgan Etherredge II
Jul 6, 2026
Cecil Morgan Etherredge II, 88, of Lexington, Kentucky, passed away on July 6, 2026. Born on September 21, 1937, in Dothan, Alabama, Cecil lived a full and vibrant life marked by service, creativity, and a deep devotion to his family and community.
Preceding him in death, Cecil’s parents, Cecil Morgan Etherredge I and Virginia Harby Etherredge, both of Aiken, fostered his...
Sara Joyce Derr
Jul 6, 2026
Sara Joyce Derr, born January 28, 1926, in Memphis, TN, passed away peacefully on July 6, 2026, at her home in Aiken, SC, at the age of 100. Her life was a shining example of devotion, faith, and love for her family.
Sara was the daughter of Elmore Aurelius Copeland and Edna Adams. She married James Henry Derr, Jr. in Baton...
Richard Alan Cherry
Jul 4, 2026
Richard Alan Cherry passed away peacefully at home in Ridge Spring, South Carolina, on July 4th, 2026 after many years of battling Parkinson’s Disease. Richard, also known as Alan in his family, was born July 15th, 1938, in Albuquerque, New Mexico to Wilbur Aubrey Cherry and Mary Louise Cherry (McComb). He was the 2nd oldest of 8 total children.
From there,...
Brock Keen Jackson
Jul 4, 2026
Brock Keen Jackson passed away Saturday, July 4, 2026.
Brock was born in Atlanta, GA, son of Jana Jo Sellers Jackson, Aiken and Sam Keen (Mandi) Jackson Jr, Lake City Fl. He was a lifelong resident of Aiken, and a graduate of Aiken High School. He attended college at USC Aiken for business and currently was working toward his real estate...
Jane Ellen Schibik
Jul 1, 2026
Jane Ellen Higginbottom Schibik, 85, passed away peacefully at her home in Aiken, South Carolina, on July 1, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Born on February 22, 1941, in Aiken where she spent most of her life.
Family was Jane’s greatest joy. She cherished every moment spent with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Jane is survived by her loving son, Jason...
Wallace McNair Dunbar
Jul 1, 2026
KITCHINGS MILL, SC - Wallace M. Dunbar, 78, of Aiken, South Carolina, passed away on June 30, 2026.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 57 years, Mary Kay Dunbar; his sons, William John Dunbar (Destiny) and Wallace Corey Dunbar; his sister, Ann Mayenschein; his nieces and nephews, Amy and Will Parrott, Elizabeth Duffy, Wayne Frederick (Sabrina), Wendy Sherman, and...
John Davison Myers
Jun 29, 2026
John D. Myers, age 81, passed away on June 29, 2026 in Aiken, South Carolina.
Throughout his life, John lived in Birmingham, Michigan; Fort Myers, Florida; and Aiken, South Carolina. He grew up on 80 acres in Ortonville, Michigan, where he developed his determination, curiosity, and work ethic that would define his life. He graduated from Brandon High School, earned his...
Dave Stewart Robinson, Jr.
Jun 29, 2026
Dave Stewart Robinson, Jr., 78, passed away Monday, June 29, 2026.
Dave was born in Newport, TN, son of the late Dave Stewart Robinson, Sr. and Ilie Mae West Robinson. Dave was a passionate golfer in his local community and played on the Aiken High School team as well as USC Aiken Golf team. Pretty close to a scratch golfer! He...
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