Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Aiken South Carolina & Surrounding Areas.

Shirley Polk Richardson

Shirley Polk Richardson

Aug 5, 2019

AIKEN, SC – SHIRLEY POLK RICHARDSON, 83, beloved wife of Darrell L. Richardson, died Monday, August 5, 2019 at her residence.

     A native of Lester, WV, Shirley was a daughter of the late Anthony Campbell and Okie Dove Tosh Polk.  She lived in Aiken since 1964 and was a member of South Aiken Baptist Church.  She had a career...

Gearl Martin Collins, Sr.

Gearl Martin Collins, Sr.

Aug 3, 2019

AIKEN, SC – GEARL M. COLLINS, SR., 77, beloved husband of Denise Bishop Collins of 32 years, passed away Saturday, August 3, 2019.

     A native of Barnwell County, Gearl was the son of the late Sammie P. and Azilee Still Collins of Barnwell, SC. He retired from SRNS after 40 years at the Savannah River Site.  He was a...

Aimee Bacot Lindler

Aimee Bacot Lindler

Jul 29, 2019

Aiken – Ms. Aimee Bacot Lindler, 51, passed away Monday, July 29, 2019.

Aimee was a lifelong resident of Aiken, and the daughter of the late Daniel Pons and Janice Sligh Bacot.

She began her dance training at the age of three and danced in her first ballet at the age of twelve. She danced with the Aiken Civic Ballet...

John Hammitt Lacher

John Hammitt Lacher

Jul 24, 2019

EDGEFIELD, SC - John Hammitt Lacher, age 82, died in Edgefield County on Wednesday, July 24, 2019. John was born in Madison, Tennessee on December 23, 1936 and was the eldest son of Jack Hammitt Lacher and Thelma Graham Lacher. Owing to his father’s job with the DuPont company he lived in multiple places as a child, Old Hickory, Tennessee;...

Dick Hawkins

Dick Hawkins

Jul 22, 2019

AIKEN, SC - Richard Horace Hawkins was born on November 6, 1922 in Columbia, Missouri. Dick Hawkins to his friends, he was the son of Shannon Hawkins and Roxie Pearl Fenton. He spent many of his early years shooting pigeons and squirrels on the in-town campus of Stephens College with an air rifle and even a .22. As a child...

Margaret Hildebrandt Walker

Margaret Hildebrandt Walker

Jul 21, 2019

AIKEN, SC - Margaret Hildebrandt Walker (Avey) was a Midwesterner by birth, and a New Englander by choice.  Peg ended her journey in Aiken, South Carolina, where she moved from Maine in 2012 to be near her youngest daughter, Carol Goff.  She was a woman of strong opinions, kind intentions, and a clear mind into her 96th year.

     Born...

Dolores Volk Heider

Dolores Volk Heider

Jul 20, 2019

AIKEN, SC - Mrs. Dolores Volk Heider died Saturday, July 20, 2019 after a long illness.

Graveside services will be held Tuesday, July 23, 2019, 10 AM at Aiken Memorial Gardens. The Rev. Grayson “Butch” Blackwell, St. John’s UMC, will officiate.

Mrs. Heider was born in Erie, Pa. to the late Michael F. and Marie S. Volk. She was...

Robert Nelson Arnold

Robert Nelson Arnold

Jul 18, 2019

AIKEN, SC – Mr. Robert Nelson “Bob” Arnold, 76, beloved husband of Sandra L. "Sandy" Arnold, passed away Thursday, July 18, 2019 at his residence.   Born in Wyano, PA, Bob was a son of the late Robert H. Miltz and Hannah S. Arnold. At the age of two, Robert’s father was killed in action during WWII. His mother remarried...

EllaMae Gautreaux

EllaMae Gautreaux

Jul 18, 2019

GAUTREAUX (Sider), ELLAMAE: A native of New Orleans, LA. August 27, 1928 - July 18, 2019: Went to be with OUR LORD and SAVIOR JESUS CHRIST at the age of 90, at her daughter's home (SC) with her family by her bedside. Daughter of the late Gabriel and Thelma Frick Gautreaux. Sister of the late Edwin Gautreaux, late Evelyn Hickey,...

Carla Gayle Lampley

Carla Gayle Lampley

Jul 17, 2019

AIKEN, SC - On July 17, 2019, Carla Gayle Lampley, 29, of Aiken, South Carolina, departed this temporary life and transitioned into eternal rest to join her Lord and Savior and be reunited with her beloved mother and brother.

     Born in Augusta, GA, Carla was the daughter of Charles Gary Lampley, Sr., and the late Rhonda Kaye (Franklin) Lampley...

The Rev. John Patrick Coffey

The Rev. John Patrick Coffey

Jul 16, 2019

ROCK HILL, SC – The Rev. John Patrick Coffey of Rock Hill, South Carolina passed away peacefully on July 16, 2019.  John Pat, as he was known to family and friends, was the eldest son of the late James Patrick (Pat) and Helen Tippman Coffey.  He was born on August 18, 1945 in Hanford, Washington.  The family moved to Aiken...

Virginia L. Chambers Blair

Virginia L. Chambers Blair

Jul 15, 2019

NEW ELLENTON, SC - Virginia Blair, 88, passed away Monday, July 15, 2019.

She was born on March 16, 1931, to Evelyn and Scotty Chambers. Her life began no different than those living in the 1800's and ended with all of the marvels of the twenty first century.

     Virginia was raised on Tiger Creek, near Roan Mountain, Tennessee. Virginia...

Skyler Burton Lightbody

Skyler Burton Lightbody

Jul 10, 2019

AIKEN, SC – SKYLER BURTON LIGHTBODY, 23, son of Doug and Elizabeth Lightbody passed away Wednesday, July 10, 2019.

     A graduate of South Aiken High School, Class of 2014, Skyler had a great love for sports, especially soccer.  During his childhood he played on multiple regional club soccer teams playing all across America.  His competitive youth career culminated in...

Emily Willis Ellisor

Emily Willis Ellisor

Jul 9, 2019

HOBBS, NM - Mrs. Emily Willis Ellisor, 39, beloved wife of Timothy Aaron Ellisor, passed away Tuesday, July 9, 2019. Funeral services will be held 4:00 PM Wednesday, July 17, 2019 at the Shellhouse Funeral Home Chapel with The Rev. Dr. Henry L. Chennault officiating. Interment will be private. The family will receive friends beginning at 3:00 PM at the...

Donald Glenn Barnhart II

Donald Glenn Barnhart II

Jul 8, 2019

EDGEFIELD, SC – DONALD GLENN BARNHART II, 54, beloved husband of Denise Barnhart, passed away Monday, July 8, 2019 at his residence surrounded by his family.

     A native of Masontown, PA, Donald was a son of Shirley Barnhart and the late Donald Glenn Barnhart. He graduated from Waynesburg College, Waynesburg, PA and taught science in numerous school districts in...

Steven Elliott

Steven Elliott

Jul 8, 2019

AIKEN, SC – PAUL STEVEN ELLIOTT, 74, co-owner of the General Elliott Inn, passed away July 8, 2019 at his home.

     Steve was born in Delaware, OH, November 29, 1944.  He graduated with honors from Ohio Wesley University with a Doctor of Law degree.  Upon graduation Steve accepted a position with a law firm in Palm Beach, FL.  Later...

Rita Delk Day

Rita Delk Day

Jul 7, 2019

AIKEN, SC – RITA DELK DAY, 74, widow of Jerry Day, died Sunday, July 7, 2019, at Aiken Regional Medical Centers.

     Born in Denmark, SC, Rita was a daughter of the late George Roddy and Ida Hutto Delk. She lived most of her life in Orangeburg where she worked as a seamstress and bookkeeper; she was the former owner...

Claude Bernard Goodlett, Jr.

Claude Bernard Goodlett, Jr.

Jul 6, 2019

AIKEN, SC – Funeral services for Claude Bernard Goodlett, Jr., 87, will be held Tuesday morning, July 9th at 11 o’clock at St. John’s United Methodist Church, Newberry St., Aiken, SC with The Rev. Dr. Tim McClendon, Senior Pastor, officiating.  A reception will follow at the church.  Interment will be private in Southlawn Cemetery.

      Mr. Goodlett of Aiken died...

Danny Wesley Elgene Wilson, Jr.

Danny Wesley Elgene Wilson, Jr.

Jul 6, 2019

Aiken – Mr. Danny Wesley Elgene Wilson (Lucky 13), Jr., 43, passed away at home Saturday, July 6, 2019. Danny was born in Tacoma, WA, son of Danny W. Wilson, Sr., and the late Catherine Giambusso Wilson.  He had been a resident of Aiken for two years, and worked in manufacturing for Mid-Am Metal Forming Company.  Danny enjoyed riding his...

William Louis Conley

William Louis Conley

Jul 4, 2019

AIKEN, SC - Mr. William Louis Conley, 72, passed away Thursday, July 4, 2019. Arrangements will be announced by SHELLHOUSE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 924 HAYNE AVE., AIKEN, SC 29801.  

Local Obituaries for Aiken South Carolina & Surrounding Areas.

Shirley Polk Richardson

Shirley Polk Richardson

Aug 5, 2019

AIKEN, SC – SHIRLEY POLK RICHARDSON, 83, beloved wife of Darrell L. Richardson, died Monday, August 5, 2019 at her residence.

     A native of Lester, WV, Shirley was a daughter of the late Anthony Campbell and Okie Dove Tosh Polk.  She lived in Aiken since 1964 and was a member of South Aiken Baptist Church.  She had a career...

Gearl Martin Collins, Sr.

Gearl Martin Collins, Sr.

Aug 3, 2019

AIKEN, SC – GEARL M. COLLINS, SR., 77, beloved husband of Denise Bishop Collins of 32 years, passed away Saturday, August 3, 2019.

     A native of Barnwell County, Gearl was the son of the late Sammie P. and Azilee Still Collins of Barnwell, SC. He retired from SRNS after 40 years at the Savannah River Site.  He was a...

Aimee Bacot Lindler

Aimee Bacot Lindler

Jul 29, 2019

Aiken – Ms. Aimee Bacot Lindler, 51, passed away Monday, July 29, 2019.

Aimee was a lifelong resident of Aiken, and the daughter of the late Daniel Pons and Janice Sligh Bacot.

She began her dance training at the age of three and danced in her first ballet at the age of twelve. She danced with the Aiken Civic Ballet...

John Hammitt Lacher

John Hammitt Lacher

Jul 24, 2019

EDGEFIELD, SC - John Hammitt Lacher, age 82, died in Edgefield County on Wednesday, July 24, 2019. John was born in Madison, Tennessee on December 23, 1936 and was the eldest son of Jack Hammitt Lacher and Thelma Graham Lacher. Owing to his father’s job with the DuPont company he lived in multiple places as a child, Old Hickory, Tennessee;...

Dick Hawkins

Dick Hawkins

Jul 22, 2019

AIKEN, SC - Richard Horace Hawkins was born on November 6, 1922 in Columbia, Missouri. Dick Hawkins to his friends, he was the son of Shannon Hawkins and Roxie Pearl Fenton. He spent many of his early years shooting pigeons and squirrels on the in-town campus of Stephens College with an air rifle and even a .22. As a child...

Margaret Hildebrandt Walker

Margaret Hildebrandt Walker

Jul 21, 2019

AIKEN, SC - Margaret Hildebrandt Walker (Avey) was a Midwesterner by birth, and a New Englander by choice.  Peg ended her journey in Aiken, South Carolina, where she moved from Maine in 2012 to be near her youngest daughter, Carol Goff.  She was a woman of strong opinions, kind intentions, and a clear mind into her 96th year.

     Born...

Dolores Volk Heider

Dolores Volk Heider

Jul 20, 2019

AIKEN, SC - Mrs. Dolores Volk Heider died Saturday, July 20, 2019 after a long illness.

Graveside services will be held Tuesday, July 23, 2019, 10 AM at Aiken Memorial Gardens. The Rev. Grayson “Butch” Blackwell, St. John’s UMC, will officiate.

Mrs. Heider was born in Erie, Pa. to the late Michael F. and Marie S. Volk. She was...

Robert Nelson Arnold

Robert Nelson Arnold

Jul 18, 2019

AIKEN, SC – Mr. Robert Nelson “Bob” Arnold, 76, beloved husband of Sandra L. "Sandy" Arnold, passed away Thursday, July 18, 2019 at his residence.   Born in Wyano, PA, Bob was a son of the late Robert H. Miltz and Hannah S. Arnold. At the age of two, Robert’s father was killed in action during WWII. His mother remarried...

EllaMae Gautreaux

EllaMae Gautreaux

Jul 18, 2019

GAUTREAUX (Sider), ELLAMAE: A native of New Orleans, LA. August 27, 1928 - July 18, 2019: Went to be with OUR LORD and SAVIOR JESUS CHRIST at the age of 90, at her daughter's home (SC) with her family by her bedside. Daughter of the late Gabriel and Thelma Frick Gautreaux. Sister of the late Edwin Gautreaux, late Evelyn Hickey,...

Carla Gayle Lampley

Carla Gayle Lampley

Jul 17, 2019

AIKEN, SC - On July 17, 2019, Carla Gayle Lampley, 29, of Aiken, South Carolina, departed this temporary life and transitioned into eternal rest to join her Lord and Savior and be reunited with her beloved mother and brother.

     Born in Augusta, GA, Carla was the daughter of Charles Gary Lampley, Sr., and the late Rhonda Kaye (Franklin) Lampley...

The Rev. John Patrick Coffey

The Rev. John Patrick Coffey

Jul 16, 2019

ROCK HILL, SC – The Rev. John Patrick Coffey of Rock Hill, South Carolina passed away peacefully on July 16, 2019.  John Pat, as he was known to family and friends, was the eldest son of the late James Patrick (Pat) and Helen Tippman Coffey.  He was born on August 18, 1945 in Hanford, Washington.  The family moved to Aiken...

Virginia L. Chambers Blair

Virginia L. Chambers Blair

Jul 15, 2019

NEW ELLENTON, SC - Virginia Blair, 88, passed away Monday, July 15, 2019.

She was born on March 16, 1931, to Evelyn and Scotty Chambers. Her life began no different than those living in the 1800's and ended with all of the marvels of the twenty first century.

     Virginia was raised on Tiger Creek, near Roan Mountain, Tennessee. Virginia...

Skyler Burton Lightbody

Skyler Burton Lightbody

Jul 10, 2019

AIKEN, SC – SKYLER BURTON LIGHTBODY, 23, son of Doug and Elizabeth Lightbody passed away Wednesday, July 10, 2019.

     A graduate of South Aiken High School, Class of 2014, Skyler had a great love for sports, especially soccer.  During his childhood he played on multiple regional club soccer teams playing all across America.  His competitive youth career culminated in...

Emily Willis Ellisor

Emily Willis Ellisor

Jul 9, 2019

HOBBS, NM - Mrs. Emily Willis Ellisor, 39, beloved wife of Timothy Aaron Ellisor, passed away Tuesday, July 9, 2019. Funeral services will be held 4:00 PM Wednesday, July 17, 2019 at the Shellhouse Funeral Home Chapel with The Rev. Dr. Henry L. Chennault officiating. Interment will be private. The family will receive friends beginning at 3:00 PM at the...

Donald Glenn Barnhart II

Donald Glenn Barnhart II

Jul 8, 2019

EDGEFIELD, SC – DONALD GLENN BARNHART II, 54, beloved husband of Denise Barnhart, passed away Monday, July 8, 2019 at his residence surrounded by his family.

     A native of Masontown, PA, Donald was a son of Shirley Barnhart and the late Donald Glenn Barnhart. He graduated from Waynesburg College, Waynesburg, PA and taught science in numerous school districts in...

Steven Elliott

Steven Elliott

Jul 8, 2019

AIKEN, SC – PAUL STEVEN ELLIOTT, 74, co-owner of the General Elliott Inn, passed away July 8, 2019 at his home.

     Steve was born in Delaware, OH, November 29, 1944.  He graduated with honors from Ohio Wesley University with a Doctor of Law degree.  Upon graduation Steve accepted a position with a law firm in Palm Beach, FL.  Later...

Rita Delk Day

Rita Delk Day

Jul 7, 2019

AIKEN, SC – RITA DELK DAY, 74, widow of Jerry Day, died Sunday, July 7, 2019, at Aiken Regional Medical Centers.

     Born in Denmark, SC, Rita was a daughter of the late George Roddy and Ida Hutto Delk. She lived most of her life in Orangeburg where she worked as a seamstress and bookkeeper; she was the former owner...

Claude Bernard Goodlett, Jr.

Claude Bernard Goodlett, Jr.

Jul 6, 2019

AIKEN, SC – Funeral services for Claude Bernard Goodlett, Jr., 87, will be held Tuesday morning, July 9th at 11 o’clock at St. John’s United Methodist Church, Newberry St., Aiken, SC with The Rev. Dr. Tim McClendon, Senior Pastor, officiating.  A reception will follow at the church.  Interment will be private in Southlawn Cemetery.

      Mr. Goodlett of Aiken died...

Danny Wesley Elgene Wilson, Jr.

Danny Wesley Elgene Wilson, Jr.

Jul 6, 2019

Aiken – Mr. Danny Wesley Elgene Wilson (Lucky 13), Jr., 43, passed away at home Saturday, July 6, 2019. Danny was born in Tacoma, WA, son of Danny W. Wilson, Sr., and the late Catherine Giambusso Wilson.  He had been a resident of Aiken for two years, and worked in manufacturing for Mid-Am Metal Forming Company.  Danny enjoyed riding his...

William Louis Conley

William Louis Conley

Jul 4, 2019

AIKEN, SC - Mr. William Louis Conley, 72, passed away Thursday, July 4, 2019. Arrangements will be announced by SHELLHOUSE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 924 HAYNE AVE., AIKEN, SC 29801.