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Miriam Olivia Moody

Miriam Olivia Moody

Oct 25, 2026

In Loving Memory of Miriam Olivia McKinney Moody

January 20, 1956 – October 25, 2026

 Miriam Olivia McKinney Moody, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, will be remembered for her devotion to family, kindness, compassionate caring of people and animals, and deep love of the Lord.

 Miriam grew up in Hepzibah, Georgia before making her home in Edgefield County, as the devoted...

John Harling Morgan Jr.

John Harling Morgan Jr.

Oct 22, 2026

John Harling Morgan, Jr, age 85, passed at home on 10/22/2026. Born in Augusta, Georgia, as the only child of John Harling Morgan, Sr & Marion Miller Morgan, John graduated as a proud Bulldog from Edgefield High School, attended Newberry College, then joined the Navy. After the Navy, John worked at Southern Bell, met and married Lois before transitioning into...

Louise DeVore

Louise DeVore

Oct 13, 2026

 Louise Wash DeVore (neé Mary Louise Wash), 85, of Edgefield, South Carolina, passed away on October 13, 2026, in her hometown. Born on October 13, 1941, in Edgefield, she remained deeply rooted in the place where her life began.

 A visitation will be held from 5:00-7:00pm, October 15, 2026, at Edgefield Mercantile Funeral Home, 801 Columbia Rd, Edgefield. A graveside service...

Grace Culpepper Crowder

Grace Culpepper Crowder

Oct 12, 2026

 Grace Culpepper Crowder passed away in North Augusta, SC on October 12, 2026, at the age of 98. She was born on May 5, 1928, in Poplarville, Mississippi, and lived a long life marked by devotion to her family and the steady, caring spirit of a loving homemaker.

 Grace will be remembered for the warmth she brought to her home and...

Lane Wise

Lane Wise

Oct 11, 2026

 Henry Lane Wise (Bubba) passed away peacefully at Greenwood Self Memorial on Sunday, October 11, at the age of 78 after a brief but courageous battle with liver cancer. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, he will be remembered for his love of family, his deep roots in his community, his faith in God, and his problem solving mind.

 Lane...

Jeffery Adams

Jeffery Adams

Oct 3, 2026

Jeffery Adams, born May 15, 1988, in Augusta, Georgia, passed away on October 3, 2026.

Jeffery was truly one of a kind. He was a big, goofy kid at heart, and his laughter and personality had a way of brightening any room. He was someone people could turn to, someone who cared deeply for the people he loved. His warmth, humor,...

Charles Edward Breuer Jr.

Charles Edward Breuer Jr.

Sep 26, 2026

Charles (Chuck) Edward Breuer, Jr., 92, of Frisco TX and Edgefield, SC, entered into rest on September 26, 2026.

Chuck was born August 11, 1934, to the late Nancy Lunney and Charles Breuer, Sr. in Charleston, SC. He grew up surrounded by a large extended family. Chuck loved to tell stories of his childhood: going for pistachio ice cream at the...

William D. "Bill" Whitlock Sr.

William D. "Bill" Whitlock Sr.

Sep 23, 2026

William D. “Bill” Whitlock Sr., of Trenton, SC, passed away peacefully at his home on September 23, 2026. Born on June 5, 1930, Bill spent his life deeply rooted in the community he cherished, surrounded by family, faith, and the familiar rhythms of the place he called home.

Bill graduated from Trenton High School in 1947. After graduation, he joined the...

Jennie Herlong Boatwright

Jennie Herlong Boatwright

Sep 22, 2026

 Jennie Herlong Boatwright, of Ridge Spring, South Carolina, died peacefully on Tuesday, September 22nd, 2026.

 She was born on July 13th, 1931, in Trenton, SC. Beloved daughter of Mattie Garrett Herlong and Jim Vashti Herlong. She was preceded in death by her parents, her sister, Jane Herlong Blume and her husband, Emile Phillips Boatwright.

 Jennie attended Coker College and the University of...

Daniel Roper Day III

Daniel Roper Day III

Sep 13, 2026

After a prolonged hospital stay, Daniel Roper Day III of Trenton, SC, passed away peacefully on September 13, 2026, leaving behind a much-beloved and grieving family.

Danny was born on March 5, 1946, and was married to his high school sweetheart, Ann Smith Day, for 58 years. He was the owner of Day’s Greenhouses in Trenton, SC.

He was predeceased by his...

Ken W. Hutchins

Ken W. Hutchins

Sep 10, 2026

Kenneth W. Hutchins, 79, entered into the loving arms of his Savior on Thursday, September 10, 2026.

Ken grew up in the Fairview Community of Spartanburg, South Carolina. He was the youngest of nine children and had the privilege of being born into a loving home with two of the best parents anyone could ask for. Their strong Christian faith and...

Betty Mullins Bishop

Betty Mullins Bishop

Sep 10, 2026

 Betty Marie Mullins Bishop, of Trenton, SC, passed away on September 10, 2026, at the age of 85. She was born on October 31, 1940, in Hemphill, West Virginia.

 Betty was a loving homemaker, and her greatest joy was her family. She will be remembered for the care she gave to those she loved and for the steady presence she held...

Diane Callas Yonce

Diane Callas Yonce

Sep 4, 2026

Diane Callas Yonce, 78, passed away on September 4, 2026, in Aiken, SC. She was born on September 27, 1947, in Anderson, South Carolina as the daughter of the late Louise Berryman Callas and Alexander E. Callas Sr. .

Diane is survived by her sons, William Jeffrey Yonce and his wife, Jenny, and John Alexander Yonce and his wife, Janna. She...

Marlene Jordan Marsh

Marlene Jordan Marsh

Aug 30, 2026

Mrs. Marlene Jordan Marsh, 87, passed away peacefully on August 30, 2026, at Charter Augusta Gardens.

A graveside service will be held Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at Harmony Methodist Church Cemetery in Johnston, S.C., with Pastor David Carroll officiating. The service will be attended by immediate family.

Mrs. Marlene, a native of Augusta, Ga., retired from the Veterans Administration Hospital, Uptown Division,...

Barbara Bolt Brown

Barbara Bolt Brown

Aug 30, 2026

 Barbara Bolt Brown, 80, died peacefully in her home in Johnston, South Carolina on Sunday, August 30, 2026, surrounded by her loved ones. The service is scheduled for this Friday, September 4 at 11:30AM at Harmony Methodist Church in Johnston, South Carolina. The family is welcoming visitors prior to the service beginning at 10:30AM. The family will participate in a...

Jimmy Odell McCary

Jimmy Odell McCary

Aug 19, 2026

 Jimmy Odell McCary, born July 7, 1944, in Edgefield, South Carolina, passed away on August 19, 2026. His life was a testament to hard work, devotion, and commitment to his family.

 Jimmy was born in Edgefield, where he was raised by his parents, the late William "Jo Jo" and Theo McCary. He grew up surrounded by the strong bonds of his...

Gerod Michael Carter

Gerod Michael Carter

Aug 5, 2026

 Gerod Michael Carter was born October 7, 1964 in New Orleans, La to the late Ida Lee White.

 Gerod was raised by a village of family members which includes his Grandmother Margie Burris, His grandfather George Burris, his Aunt Elaine Burris an and Uncle Gentris Burris as well as his step Father Oliver White. Gerod was a truck driver for years...

Jerry Leon Gambrell, Sr.

Jerry Leon Gambrell, Sr.

Jul 25, 2026

  Jerry Leon Gambrell, Sr., a devoted family man, respected community member, and loyal friend, passed away on July 25, 2026, in Edgefield, South Carolina, at the age of 86. Born on August 30, 1939, in Donalds, SC, Jerry’s life was marked by integrity, service, and dedication to those he loved.

 Jerry was the beloved husband of the late Cathy Bledsoe...

Juanita Byrd Bartley

Juanita Byrd Bartley

Jul 18, 2026

 Juanita Byrd Bartley, born on August 2, 1934, in Clearwater, South Carolina, passed away peacefully on July 18, 2026. Juanita was loved deeply by her family and her church family. Juanita lived a life marked by faith, serving others, and her deep love for Jesus Christ.

 Juanita was the cherished daughter of Julian Oswald Byrd and Addie Canfield Byrd, both of...

C. "Pat" Douglas

C. "Pat" Douglas

Jul 17, 2026

 C. "Pat" Douglas, born December 16, 1934 in Trenton, South Carolina, passed away peacefully on July 17, 2026 in Augusta, Georgia. Pat’s life was marked by her quiet strength, deep roots in her community, and her steadfast spirit.

 Pat was the beloved daughter of the late Pearl Cato and Willie L. Douglas. She cherished her upbringing in Trenton, maintaining a lifelong...

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