Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Aiken South Carolina & Surrounding Areas.
Robert J. Berning
Jul 20, 2025
Robert J. (Bob) Berning, 95, of Aiken, SC, formerly of Springfield, IL, died on Sunday July 20, 2025 at Aiken Regional Medical Center. Bob was born on March 24, 1930, to H. Wiliam and Gladys Dickerson Berning. His mother passed away when Bob was 8 months old. His father married Dorothy Baum two years later, and Bob and his two...
Billy Laurey
Jul 17, 2025
James William “Billy” Laurey, 69, a cherished husband, father, and friend, passed away unexpectedly on the morning of July 17, 2025, at his home. He leaves behind a legacy of love and fond memories.
Born in Allendale, SC, Billy was the son of Jo Anne Peeples Laurey and the late George Laurey. He dedicated 33 years of his professional career to...
Emily Susan Vine
Jul 15, 2025
E. Susan Vine, 82, passed away peacefully on the morning of July 15, 2025, at 5:15 a.m.
She was born on December 12, 1942, in Garrettsville, Ohio, to Everett and Mary Irvine Vine, and went on to live a life marked by service, intellect, and quiet strength.
Susan was predeceased by her brother, James Vine, and is survived by her loving wife,...
Stephanie Harris
Jul 13, 2025
Ms. Stephanie Kathleen Harris, 73, of Aiken, SC, passed away on Sunday, July 13, 2025. Stephanie was born in Kansas City, MO, on November 4, 1951, the eldest daughter of Charles H. and Ruby Fern Harris. She resided for many years in Denver, CO, and Independence, MO, before moving to Aiken in 2020. Stephanie graduated from Park University in Parkville,...
Sandra Percy Grabowski
Jul 12, 2025
AIKEN, SC - Sandra Grabowski, a beloved mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away peacefully on July 12th surrounded by her loved ones.
Born to the late Thomas and Alice (Jones) Percy, Sandy proudly served in the Royal Air Force before building a fulfilling life as both a realtor and a devoted homemaker. Her strength, resilience, and quiet kindness touched the lives...
Diane Thomas
Jul 11, 2025
AIKEN, SC - Diane (pronounced Dee-ann) or Dee Thomas peacefully went to be with the Lord on the night of Thursday, July 10, 2025. She joined her husband, James H. Thomas, M.D., who passed away in 2020. Dee was 93 years old and had been living in Aiken, South Carolina.
Dee was born in Foxdale, Pennsylvania to Earl and Isabell Williams...
Judith Schofield Mason
Jul 11, 2025
Judith (Judi) Schofield Mason entered into rest on July 11, 2025 in Augusta, GA.
Born November 26, 1939 in Cleveland, OH to Arthur Thomas Shofield and Hazel Vereeke Schofield, Judi lived in Athens, GA for 51 years, raising her family and working various jobs. She served as room mother for all three of her children during their elementary school years, making...
Mary Lou Simitz
Jul 10, 2025
MARY LOU SIMITZ, 87, widow of Joseph Simitz, passed away Thursday, July 10, 2025.
A native of Pittsburgh, PA, Mary Lou was a daughter of the late John and Mary Daly Ennis. She had lived in Aiken since 1990, when Joe began work as a systems analyst with SRNS
Surviving are his three daughters, Luanne Hernandez, Tucson, AZ, Terri Carrel (Jack), Las...
David Scott Daniels
Jul 5, 2025
David Scott Daniels, 52, passed away Saturday, July 5, 2025.
Arrangements will be announced by SHELLHOUSE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 924 HAYNE AVE., AIKEN, SC
Patrick J Pritchard
Jul 5, 2025
Patrick Joseph Pritchard, 77, beloved husband of Christy Pritchard, passed away peacefully at home with loved ones on Saturday, July 5th, 2025.
He is survived by his devoted wife of 43 years, Christy Brown Pritchard, two children, Nicholas Pritchard (Jourdan), Aiken SC, Lindsay Blake (Zachary) Charleston, SC; two grandchildren, Jude Mallach, and River Pritchard.
Born in Chicago, Il, Patrick was the son...
Thomas Duane Clemens
Jul 3, 2025
THOMAS DUANE CLEMENS, 87, beloved husband of Marjorie Miller Clemens, passed away peacefully in his home with his loving family by his side Thursday, July 3, 2025, after a 3-year battle with leukemia.
Born in Woodburn, OR, Thomas was a son of the late Wade and Catherine Littleton Clemens. Thomas proudly served as a pilot in the U.S. Air National Guard...
Stamatia K. Angelos
Jul 3, 2025
STAMATIA K. ANGELOS, 99, widow of Gus Angelos, passed away Thursday morning, July 3, 2025 in Aiken.
Born in Crete, Greece, Stamatia was the cherished daughter of the late Dimitrios and Eleni Takakis Krikona. She immigrated to the United States in 1951 to marry her beloved Gus, and they made Aiken their home. Following Gus’s passing in 1973, Stamatia demonstrated remarkable...
James Michael Duffy
Jul 2, 2025
James Michael Duffy, born on April 24, 1946, in Brooklyn, NY, passed away on July 2nd, 2025 after a six-year battle with dementia.Jim was a proud Army Veteran, bravely serving his country in the Vietnam War. Following his military service, he dedicated himself to public service as a police officer with the NYPD. Later, he continued his commitment to security,...
Harry Bruce Schultz
Jul 2, 2025
Harry Bruce Schultz, son of the late Harry A. Schultz and Barbara Richardson Schultz, passed away peacefully in his home on July 2, 2025, with his sister Penny and best friend and adopted brother, Rene, by his side. Bruce passed after a brief, unexpected illness.
Bruce was a 1978 graduate of Aiken High School, where he was editor of the Hornet...
Mary Jakes Eibling
Jul 2, 2025
Mrs. Mary Jakes Eibling, 79, died peacefully on July 2, 2025, in Augusta, GA.
Mary was born on January 4, 1946, in Battle Creek, MI. She attended Middle Tennessee State University for undergraduate studies and earned her master’s degree from the University of Cincinnati. She married Russell Eibling in Atlanta, GA, in 1976. In 1980, the couple moved to Aiken, SC,...
Christopher Jason Bowman
Jun 28, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Christopher Jason Bowman, who departed this life on June 28, 2025 in Aiken County, peacefully in his sleep.
Chris was well known to love the arts in many different forms, from music to jewelry craft and always had a quick wit about him. He served his country in the U.S....
Luann Stokes Flanagan
Jun 28, 2025
AIKEN, SC - Luann (Stokes) Flanagan, 69, passed away on the 28th of June 2025.
She was born in Fort Stewart, Georgia, and grew up in Beaufort, South Carolina. Luann attended Beaufort High School. After graduation, she entered the workforce, finally settling at Trantech Radiator Products in Edgefield, South Carolina, where she worked as a welder for 20 years.
Luann was preceded...
Brian David James
Jun 28, 2025
AIKEN, SC- Mr. Brian David James, 82, passed away at home Saturday, June 28, 2025.
Brian was born June 16, 1943, in Cheltenham, England, and raised in Longlevens, Gloucester, England; he was the son of the late Harold Leslie and Enid Mary Kingston James.
Brian was so beloved by his three surviving daughters, who were by his side until the very end, Sarah...
John C. Zella, Sr.
Jun 27, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of John C. Zella Sr. on June 27, 2025, in Aiken, South Carolina, at the age of 90. Born on April 3, 1935, in Newton, Massachusetts to Anthony and Olive Gallant Zella, John lived a life that was rich in service, family, and community. John graduated from Quincy Vocational High...
Wayne H. Powell
Jun 25, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Wayne H. Powell, beloved husband of Marcia P. Glover of New Ellenton, SC. Wayne departed this life on June 25, 2025 at his residence.
He was born in Rosman, North Carolina to the late Manley E. Powell and Elsie Whitmire Powell. After the loss of his mother, Wayne moved to...
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Local Obituaries for Aiken South Carolina & Surrounding Areas.
Robert J. Berning
Jul 20, 2025
Robert J. (Bob) Berning, 95, of Aiken, SC, formerly of Springfield, IL, died on Sunday July 20, 2025 at Aiken Regional Medical Center. Bob was born on March 24, 1930, to H. Wiliam and Gladys Dickerson Berning. His mother passed away when Bob was 8 months old. His father married Dorothy Baum two years later, and Bob and his two...
Billy Laurey
Jul 17, 2025
James William “Billy” Laurey, 69, a cherished husband, father, and friend, passed away unexpectedly on the morning of July 17, 2025, at his home. He leaves behind a legacy of love and fond memories.
Born in Allendale, SC, Billy was the son of Jo Anne Peeples Laurey and the late George Laurey. He dedicated 33 years of his professional career to...
Emily Susan Vine
Jul 15, 2025
E. Susan Vine, 82, passed away peacefully on the morning of July 15, 2025, at 5:15 a.m.
She was born on December 12, 1942, in Garrettsville, Ohio, to Everett and Mary Irvine Vine, and went on to live a life marked by service, intellect, and quiet strength.
Susan was predeceased by her brother, James Vine, and is survived by her loving wife,...
Stephanie Harris
Jul 13, 2025
Ms. Stephanie Kathleen Harris, 73, of Aiken, SC, passed away on Sunday, July 13, 2025. Stephanie was born in Kansas City, MO, on November 4, 1951, the eldest daughter of Charles H. and Ruby Fern Harris. She resided for many years in Denver, CO, and Independence, MO, before moving to Aiken in 2020. Stephanie graduated from Park University in Parkville,...
Sandra Percy Grabowski
Jul 12, 2025
AIKEN, SC - Sandra Grabowski, a beloved mother, grandmother, and sister, passed away peacefully on July 12th surrounded by her loved ones.
Born to the late Thomas and Alice (Jones) Percy, Sandy proudly served in the Royal Air Force before building a fulfilling life as both a realtor and a devoted homemaker. Her strength, resilience, and quiet kindness touched the lives...
Diane Thomas
Jul 11, 2025
AIKEN, SC - Diane (pronounced Dee-ann) or Dee Thomas peacefully went to be with the Lord on the night of Thursday, July 10, 2025. She joined her husband, James H. Thomas, M.D., who passed away in 2020. Dee was 93 years old and had been living in Aiken, South Carolina.
Dee was born in Foxdale, Pennsylvania to Earl and Isabell Williams...
Judith Schofield Mason
Jul 11, 2025
Judith (Judi) Schofield Mason entered into rest on July 11, 2025 in Augusta, GA.
Born November 26, 1939 in Cleveland, OH to Arthur Thomas Shofield and Hazel Vereeke Schofield, Judi lived in Athens, GA for 51 years, raising her family and working various jobs. She served as room mother for all three of her children during their elementary school years, making...
Mary Lou Simitz
Jul 10, 2025
MARY LOU SIMITZ, 87, widow of Joseph Simitz, passed away Thursday, July 10, 2025.
A native of Pittsburgh, PA, Mary Lou was a daughter of the late John and Mary Daly Ennis. She had lived in Aiken since 1990, when Joe began work as a systems analyst with SRNS
Surviving are his three daughters, Luanne Hernandez, Tucson, AZ, Terri Carrel (Jack), Las...
David Scott Daniels
Jul 5, 2025
David Scott Daniels, 52, passed away Saturday, July 5, 2025.
Arrangements will be announced by SHELLHOUSE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 924 HAYNE AVE., AIKEN, SC
Patrick J Pritchard
Jul 5, 2025
Patrick Joseph Pritchard, 77, beloved husband of Christy Pritchard, passed away peacefully at home with loved ones on Saturday, July 5th, 2025.
He is survived by his devoted wife of 43 years, Christy Brown Pritchard, two children, Nicholas Pritchard (Jourdan), Aiken SC, Lindsay Blake (Zachary) Charleston, SC; two grandchildren, Jude Mallach, and River Pritchard.
Born in Chicago, Il, Patrick was the son...
Thomas Duane Clemens
Jul 3, 2025
THOMAS DUANE CLEMENS, 87, beloved husband of Marjorie Miller Clemens, passed away peacefully in his home with his loving family by his side Thursday, July 3, 2025, after a 3-year battle with leukemia.
Born in Woodburn, OR, Thomas was a son of the late Wade and Catherine Littleton Clemens. Thomas proudly served as a pilot in the U.S. Air National Guard...
Stamatia K. Angelos
Jul 3, 2025
STAMATIA K. ANGELOS, 99, widow of Gus Angelos, passed away Thursday morning, July 3, 2025 in Aiken.
Born in Crete, Greece, Stamatia was the cherished daughter of the late Dimitrios and Eleni Takakis Krikona. She immigrated to the United States in 1951 to marry her beloved Gus, and they made Aiken their home. Following Gus’s passing in 1973, Stamatia demonstrated remarkable...
James Michael Duffy
Jul 2, 2025
James Michael Duffy, born on April 24, 1946, in Brooklyn, NY, passed away on July 2nd, 2025 after a six-year battle with dementia.Jim was a proud Army Veteran, bravely serving his country in the Vietnam War. Following his military service, he dedicated himself to public service as a police officer with the NYPD. Later, he continued his commitment to security,...
Harry Bruce Schultz
Jul 2, 2025
Harry Bruce Schultz, son of the late Harry A. Schultz and Barbara Richardson Schultz, passed away peacefully in his home on July 2, 2025, with his sister Penny and best friend and adopted brother, Rene, by his side. Bruce passed after a brief, unexpected illness.
Bruce was a 1978 graduate of Aiken High School, where he was editor of the Hornet...
Mary Jakes Eibling
Jul 2, 2025
Mrs. Mary Jakes Eibling, 79, died peacefully on July 2, 2025, in Augusta, GA.
Mary was born on January 4, 1946, in Battle Creek, MI. She attended Middle Tennessee State University for undergraduate studies and earned her master’s degree from the University of Cincinnati. She married Russell Eibling in Atlanta, GA, in 1976. In 1980, the couple moved to Aiken, SC,...
Christopher Jason Bowman
Jun 28, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Christopher Jason Bowman, who departed this life on June 28, 2025 in Aiken County, peacefully in his sleep.
Chris was well known to love the arts in many different forms, from music to jewelry craft and always had a quick wit about him. He served his country in the U.S....
Luann Stokes Flanagan
Jun 28, 2025
AIKEN, SC - Luann (Stokes) Flanagan, 69, passed away on the 28th of June 2025.
She was born in Fort Stewart, Georgia, and grew up in Beaufort, South Carolina. Luann attended Beaufort High School. After graduation, she entered the workforce, finally settling at Trantech Radiator Products in Edgefield, South Carolina, where she worked as a welder for 20 years.
Luann was preceded...
Brian David James
Jun 28, 2025
AIKEN, SC- Mr. Brian David James, 82, passed away at home Saturday, June 28, 2025.
Brian was born June 16, 1943, in Cheltenham, England, and raised in Longlevens, Gloucester, England; he was the son of the late Harold Leslie and Enid Mary Kingston James.
Brian was so beloved by his three surviving daughters, who were by his side until the very end, Sarah...
John C. Zella, Sr.
Jun 27, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of John C. Zella Sr. on June 27, 2025, in Aiken, South Carolina, at the age of 90. Born on April 3, 1935, in Newton, Massachusetts to Anthony and Olive Gallant Zella, John lived a life that was rich in service, family, and community. John graduated from Quincy Vocational High...
Wayne H. Powell
Jun 25, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Wayne H. Powell, beloved husband of Marcia P. Glover of New Ellenton, SC. Wayne departed this life on June 25, 2025 at his residence.
He was born in Rosman, North Carolina to the late Manley E. Powell and Elsie Whitmire Powell. After the loss of his mother, Wayne moved to...
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