Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Aiken South Carolina & Surrounding Areas.
Sandra "Sandy" W. Wagoner
Jun 16, 2025
Sandra "Sandy" W. Wagoner, 73, passed away Monday, June 16, 2025 in Aiken Regional Medical Centers following a short illness.
The obituary will be forthcoming.
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John Butler Pickett
Jun 15, 2025
Dr. John Butler Pickett was born in Madison, TN on December 7, 1939 to Gladys Ileta Richardson and Marshall Pickett. He died June 15, 2025 at Aiken Regional Hospital from complications of septic shock. He leaves his wife of 40 years, Carol M. Jantzen, and a daughter Margaret Pickett and her husband, Rob O’Neill, and three grandchildren. John was predeceased by...
Brenda Gay Melendez
Jun 13, 2025
BRENDA GAY MELENDEZ, aged 64, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 13, 2025, following a courageous battle with interstitial lung disease (ILD). She was the devoted wife of Michael Anthony Melendez, whose love and support remained steadfast throughout her journey.
Born in Terre Haute, IN, Brenda was a daughter of the late Robert Franklin Hensley and Anna Louise Jackson Hensley. Brenda...
Walter Lake Glanton, Jr.
Jun 11, 2025
WALTER LAKE GLANTON, JR., 55, beloved husband of Rachel Blitch Glanton, passed away June 11, 2025 in Wellstar MCG Health, Augusta, GA.
Additional obituary information will be forthcoming.
The family will receive friends Saturday morning, June 21st beginning at 10 o’clock at University Parkway Church of God. The funeral service will follow at 11 o’clock at the church. Interment will be in Southlawn...
Melba Corley
Jun 9, 2025
Melba Marie Corley, 98; Peacefully passed away at her home Monday, June 9, 2025.
Melba was born September 29, 1926 in Springfield, SC. She was the daughter of the late Sidney & Lina Blackwell. She had been a loyal member of Shaws Fork Baptist Church since 1976.
Melba was preceded in death by her husband Lee Corley and her son Ronnie Corley. She...
Susan Gustavson
Jun 8, 2025
Susan Gustavson, 75, passed away Sunday, June 8, 2025.
Arrangements will be announced by SHELLHOUSE FUNERAL HOME, 924 HAYNE AVE., AIKEN, SC
Darby Patrick Stirrup
Jun 7, 2025
Darby Patrick Stirrup, 24, passed away Saturday, June 7, 2025.
Arrangements will be announced by SHELLHOUSE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 924 HAYNE AVE., AIKEN, SC
Dr. Doris I. Hammond
Jun 7, 2025
Dr. Doris Blersch Hammond, known lovingly as Dori, passed away peacefully on June 7th at the age of 92. Born on January 27, 1933, in Cincinnati, Ohio, she was the beloved daughter of Ernest Blersch and Dorothy Robisch Blersch.
Although Dori was an only child, she was never alone—her lifelong gift for friendship and her deeply social nature meant that she...
Kevin Ronald Dill
Jun 7, 2025
Kevin Ronald Dill, 66, unexpectedly passed away at home Saturday, June 7, 2025.
Kevin was born in Rutherford, NJ, son of Frank Ronald Dill, Sr., and Marilyn Corradino Dill who are still with us.
Kevin graduated from Lenape Valley High School. He worked as a Plumber for Frank Dill and Sons, Leo Hecht, WJPost and was the owner of PlumbTech.
Kevin had a...
Toby Lynn Welborn
Jun 6, 2025
Mr. Toby Lynn Welborn, 67, beloved husband of Susan Holcomb Welborn, passed away suddenly, June 6, 2025.
Arrangements will be announced by SHELLHOUSE-RIVERS FUNERAL HOME, INC., 715 E. PINE LOG RD., AIKEN, SC
Robert Vern "Bob" Reid, Jr.
Jun 5, 2025
Robert Vern "Bob" Reid, Jr., a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on June 5, 2025, in Aiken, South Carolina.
Bob was born on March 29, 1947, in Detroit, Michigan. He was a proud graduate of the University of Michigan and the Detroit College of Law.
Bob is survived by his loving wife, Nancy Reid; his son, Michael (Kristen) Reid;...
Donald Wayne Donley
Jun 4, 2025
Donald Wayne Donley, 89, passed away Wednesday, June 04, 2025.
Donald was born in 1936 to Herman and Martha Donley of Altoona, Pennsylvania. He attended the University of Pittsburgh, PA, graduating with a degree in Metallurgical Engineering. He and his wife of 66 years, Donna, moved to Johnstown, PA, where he had a distinguished career with Bethlehem Steel. He was a...
Kenneth "Kenny" Franklin
Jun 4, 2025
KENNETH ALLEN “KENNY” FRANKLIN, 58, went to meet his Lord Wednesday, June 4, 2025, in his home surrounded by his loving family.
A native and lifelong resident of Aiken County, Kenny was a son of Robert and Helen Key Franklin. He worked as a truck driver and also appliance repairman for his family’s business, Franklin’s Appliance Repair in New Ellenton.
Kenny had...
Carolyn Spradley Hamilton
Jun 3, 2025
Mrs. Carolyn Patricia Spradley Hamilton, 68, passed away Tuesday, June 3, 2025.
Carolyn was a lifelong resident of Aiken, daughter of the late Frank Tony and Blondell Rish Spradley.
Carolyn was the youngest of four siblings, the long-awaited baby girl of three older brothers. After graduating from the University of South Carolina Aiken with a Bachelor’s in Education, she began her teaching...
Patricia Gaul
Jun 2, 2025
Patricia Gaul, aged 87, peacefully entered her heavenly home early Monday morning, surrounded by love in her son’s home. She was joyfully welcomed by her beloved husband, Dave “Pappa”, after a long illness.
A lifelong resident of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Patricia was the cherished daughter of the late Alfred Thomas and Regina Roberts Berry. Her dedication and service extended to her role...
Sally Ann Serago
Jun 1, 2025
SALLY ANN SERAGO, 75, beloved wife of John A. Serago, passed away unexpectedly Sunday, June 1, 2025, in her home.
A native of Haverhill, MA, Sally was a daughter of the late Leroy and Anna Cunningham Smith. She graduated from high school in Bedford, PA, and moved to Washington, DC the next day to begin a job at the FBI taking...
James Herbert Thacker
May 31, 2025
JAMES HERBERT THACKER, 58, passed away Saturday morning, May 31, 2025, in Lexington Medical Center, Lexington, SC.
A native and lifelong resident of Aiken, Jimmy was a son of Patricia Saunders Schumpert and the late Coke Thacker, Jr. He graduated from South Aiken High School and worked as a finish carpenter. One of Jimmy’s favorite pastimes was boating and fishing on...
Joseph William Simitz
May 30, 2025
JOSEPH WILLIAM SIMITZ, 90, beloved husband of Mary Lou Ennis Simits, passed away Friday, May 30, 2025, in his home surrounded by his loving family.
A native of McKees Rocks, PA, Joe was a son of the late Joseph and Josephine Nickles Simitz. He graduated from Duquesne University with a bachelor’s degree in accounting. He enlisted in the Army just after...
Bobby Ann Widener
May 30, 2025
BOBBY ANN WIDENER, 86, widow of Larry Widener, passed away Friday, May 30, 2025, in Aiken Regional Medical Centers.
Bobby Ann Widener (Brown) was born on October 7th, 1938 to the Tolene and Loyd Brown in Dumas, Texas. She was the younger sister to Drucilla Hager (Brown). Bobby and her widowed mother, Tolene, moved to Aiken, South Carolina in the mid...
Ronald Wesley DeLorey
May 29, 2025
RONALD WESLEY DeLOREY, 71, passed away Thursday, May 29, 2025 in his home.
A native of Sumter, SC, Ron was a son of the late William and Emmie Lee Hudson DeLorey. He grew up in Sumter and Orangeburg. He moved to Aiken in 1995 and worked at the Savannah River Site until he retired in 2023.
Ron was known for his infectious...
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Local Obituaries for Aiken South Carolina & Surrounding Areas.
Sandra "Sandy" W. Wagoner
Jun 16, 2025
Sandra "Sandy" W. Wagoner, 73, passed away Monday, June 16, 2025 in Aiken Regional Medical Centers following a short illness.
The obituary will be forthcoming.
SHELLHOUSE – RIVERS FUNERAL HOME, 715 EAST PINE LOG RD., AIKEN, SC
John Butler Pickett
Jun 15, 2025
Dr. John Butler Pickett was born in Madison, TN on December 7, 1939 to Gladys Ileta Richardson and Marshall Pickett. He died June 15, 2025 at Aiken Regional Hospital from complications of septic shock. He leaves his wife of 40 years, Carol M. Jantzen, and a daughter Margaret Pickett and her husband, Rob O’Neill, and three grandchildren. John was predeceased by...
Brenda Gay Melendez
Jun 13, 2025
BRENDA GAY MELENDEZ, aged 64, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 13, 2025, following a courageous battle with interstitial lung disease (ILD). She was the devoted wife of Michael Anthony Melendez, whose love and support remained steadfast throughout her journey.
Born in Terre Haute, IN, Brenda was a daughter of the late Robert Franklin Hensley and Anna Louise Jackson Hensley. Brenda...
Walter Lake Glanton, Jr.
Jun 11, 2025
WALTER LAKE GLANTON, JR., 55, beloved husband of Rachel Blitch Glanton, passed away June 11, 2025 in Wellstar MCG Health, Augusta, GA.
Additional obituary information will be forthcoming.
The family will receive friends Saturday morning, June 21st beginning at 10 o’clock at University Parkway Church of God. The funeral service will follow at 11 o’clock at the church. Interment will be in Southlawn...
Melba Corley
Jun 9, 2025
Melba Marie Corley, 98; Peacefully passed away at her home Monday, June 9, 2025.
Melba was born September 29, 1926 in Springfield, SC. She was the daughter of the late Sidney & Lina Blackwell. She had been a loyal member of Shaws Fork Baptist Church since 1976.
Melba was preceded in death by her husband Lee Corley and her son Ronnie Corley. She...
Susan Gustavson
Jun 8, 2025
Susan Gustavson, 75, passed away Sunday, June 8, 2025.
Arrangements will be announced by SHELLHOUSE FUNERAL HOME, 924 HAYNE AVE., AIKEN, SC
Darby Patrick Stirrup
Jun 7, 2025
Darby Patrick Stirrup, 24, passed away Saturday, June 7, 2025.
Arrangements will be announced by SHELLHOUSE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 924 HAYNE AVE., AIKEN, SC
Dr. Doris I. Hammond
Jun 7, 2025
Dr. Doris Blersch Hammond, known lovingly as Dori, passed away peacefully on June 7th at the age of 92. Born on January 27, 1933, in Cincinnati, Ohio, she was the beloved daughter of Ernest Blersch and Dorothy Robisch Blersch.
Although Dori was an only child, she was never alone—her lifelong gift for friendship and her deeply social nature meant that she...
Kevin Ronald Dill
Jun 7, 2025
Kevin Ronald Dill, 66, unexpectedly passed away at home Saturday, June 7, 2025.
Kevin was born in Rutherford, NJ, son of Frank Ronald Dill, Sr., and Marilyn Corradino Dill who are still with us.
Kevin graduated from Lenape Valley High School. He worked as a Plumber for Frank Dill and Sons, Leo Hecht, WJPost and was the owner of PlumbTech.
Kevin had a...
Toby Lynn Welborn
Jun 6, 2025
Mr. Toby Lynn Welborn, 67, beloved husband of Susan Holcomb Welborn, passed away suddenly, June 6, 2025.
Arrangements will be announced by SHELLHOUSE-RIVERS FUNERAL HOME, INC., 715 E. PINE LOG RD., AIKEN, SC
Robert Vern "Bob" Reid, Jr.
Jun 5, 2025
Robert Vern "Bob" Reid, Jr., a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on June 5, 2025, in Aiken, South Carolina.
Bob was born on March 29, 1947, in Detroit, Michigan. He was a proud graduate of the University of Michigan and the Detroit College of Law.
Bob is survived by his loving wife, Nancy Reid; his son, Michael (Kristen) Reid;...
Donald Wayne Donley
Jun 4, 2025
Donald Wayne Donley, 89, passed away Wednesday, June 04, 2025.
Donald was born in 1936 to Herman and Martha Donley of Altoona, Pennsylvania. He attended the University of Pittsburgh, PA, graduating with a degree in Metallurgical Engineering. He and his wife of 66 years, Donna, moved to Johnstown, PA, where he had a distinguished career with Bethlehem Steel. He was a...
Kenneth "Kenny" Franklin
Jun 4, 2025
KENNETH ALLEN “KENNY” FRANKLIN, 58, went to meet his Lord Wednesday, June 4, 2025, in his home surrounded by his loving family.
A native and lifelong resident of Aiken County, Kenny was a son of Robert and Helen Key Franklin. He worked as a truck driver and also appliance repairman for his family’s business, Franklin’s Appliance Repair in New Ellenton.
Kenny had...
Carolyn Spradley Hamilton
Jun 3, 2025
Mrs. Carolyn Patricia Spradley Hamilton, 68, passed away Tuesday, June 3, 2025.
Carolyn was a lifelong resident of Aiken, daughter of the late Frank Tony and Blondell Rish Spradley.
Carolyn was the youngest of four siblings, the long-awaited baby girl of three older brothers. After graduating from the University of South Carolina Aiken with a Bachelor’s in Education, she began her teaching...
Patricia Gaul
Jun 2, 2025
Patricia Gaul, aged 87, peacefully entered her heavenly home early Monday morning, surrounded by love in her son’s home. She was joyfully welcomed by her beloved husband, Dave “Pappa”, after a long illness.
A lifelong resident of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Patricia was the cherished daughter of the late Alfred Thomas and Regina Roberts Berry. Her dedication and service extended to her role...
Sally Ann Serago
Jun 1, 2025
SALLY ANN SERAGO, 75, beloved wife of John A. Serago, passed away unexpectedly Sunday, June 1, 2025, in her home.
A native of Haverhill, MA, Sally was a daughter of the late Leroy and Anna Cunningham Smith. She graduated from high school in Bedford, PA, and moved to Washington, DC the next day to begin a job at the FBI taking...
James Herbert Thacker
May 31, 2025
JAMES HERBERT THACKER, 58, passed away Saturday morning, May 31, 2025, in Lexington Medical Center, Lexington, SC.
A native and lifelong resident of Aiken, Jimmy was a son of Patricia Saunders Schumpert and the late Coke Thacker, Jr. He graduated from South Aiken High School and worked as a finish carpenter. One of Jimmy’s favorite pastimes was boating and fishing on...
Joseph William Simitz
May 30, 2025
JOSEPH WILLIAM SIMITZ, 90, beloved husband of Mary Lou Ennis Simits, passed away Friday, May 30, 2025, in his home surrounded by his loving family.
A native of McKees Rocks, PA, Joe was a son of the late Joseph and Josephine Nickles Simitz. He graduated from Duquesne University with a bachelor’s degree in accounting. He enlisted in the Army just after...
Bobby Ann Widener
May 30, 2025
BOBBY ANN WIDENER, 86, widow of Larry Widener, passed away Friday, May 30, 2025, in Aiken Regional Medical Centers.
Bobby Ann Widener (Brown) was born on October 7th, 1938 to the Tolene and Loyd Brown in Dumas, Texas. She was the younger sister to Drucilla Hager (Brown). Bobby and her widowed mother, Tolene, moved to Aiken, South Carolina in the mid...
Ronald Wesley DeLorey
May 29, 2025
RONALD WESLEY DeLOREY, 71, passed away Thursday, May 29, 2025 in his home.
A native of Sumter, SC, Ron was a son of the late William and Emmie Lee Hudson DeLorey. He grew up in Sumter and Orangeburg. He moved to Aiken in 1995 and worked at the Savannah River Site until he retired in 2023.
Ron was known for his infectious...
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