Obituaries

Jan 12, 2026

Joseph Michael "Mike" Saye, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on January 12 at the age of 80. He was born July 13, 1945, in Columbia, South Carolina and lived in Johnston throughout his life.

Mike was a man of quiet strength and deep character. He owned Carolina Machine Engines where he was respected...

Jan 10, 2026

Thomas L. "Tom" Yoder, 87 husband of Lynda Yoder of Edgefield, SC entered into rest on January 10, 2026.

Tom was born in Hazelton, Pennsylvania as the son of the late Beatrice and Edward Yoder. Tom was a retired aircraft jet mechanic and a union representative for TWA forty-six years. Tom was a U.S. Navy Veteran having...

Jan 9, 2026

Lucille Kelly Proctor, 79 of Johnston, SC entered into rest on January 9, 2026.

Lucille was born in Aiken, SC as the daughter of the late Lula and Leroy Kelly. She was a retired cosmetologist and attended The Edgefield Church of God.

Lucille is survived by her two daughters Crystal Williams (Gene) and Sheri Rhinehart...

Jan 9, 2026

Thomas William Long passed away peacefully at his home on January 9, 2026. He was born on September 18, 1949, in Newberry, South Carolina, to Gladys Pardue Long and William David Long of Prince Hill Farm, Saluda, South Carolina.

Tom was a graduate of Saluda High School and Clemson University. While at Clemson, he was a member...

Jan 7, 2026

Virginia Burton Kemp, 88, gained her eternal reward on January 7, 2026. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and greatgrandmother, who will be remembered for her gentle, loving spirit, and the gracious southern charm that defined her life.

Born on July 8, 1937, in Trenton, South Carolina, Virginia was the daughter of Elijah F. Burton and...

Dec 31, 2025

Teressa Matthews Saylors, 89 wife of the late James N. Saylors of Edgefield, SC entered into rest on December 31, 2025.

Teressa was born in Aiken County as the daughter of the late Calvin and Lottie Aull Matthews. Teressa was a retired manager from Dodd's Five & Dime store. She enjoyed gardening, preserving food, the Atlanta Braves,...

Dec 31, 2025

Wayne Thomas Lamberth May 5, 1961 – December 31, 2025

Wayne Thomas Lamberth, 64, of North Augusta, SC passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on December 31, 2025, after a courageous battle with ALS. A life well-lived born in Augusta, GA to Joseph Klenzo Lamberth and Ruby Price Lamberth. He was known for his...

Dec 27, 2025

Edward Rudolph Cornwell Sr., 84 of Johnston, SC entered into rest on December 27, 2025.

Edward was born in Long Island, NY as the son of the late Sarah and Valentine F. Cornwell Jr. Edward was retired from Westinghouse at The Savannah River Site and was a member of Johnston Methodist Church.

Edward is survived...

Dec 27, 2025

William Joseph Corcoran, 98 the husband of the late Virginia Corcoran of Trenton, SC entered into rest on December 27, 2025.

William was born in Philadelphia, PA. as the son of the late Martha and John Corcoran. William was a retired jockey and horse trainer.

William is survived by his two daughters Billie Jo Corcoran,...

Dec 26, 2025

Martha Quarles Hamilton, 91 of Edgefield County, wife of the love of her life Hartwell H. "Bootsie" Hamilton passed away quietly in her sleep on December 26, 2025.

Martha is survived by her children Calvin (Kathryn) Hamilton, Anne (Rickey) Bishop, Pat Hamilton, Grandchildren Leslie (Tim) Wise, great-grandchildren Jack Wise, Logan Wise, Kycee and Connor. She mourned the...

Dec 25, 2025

Ann Ryan Williams, 82, wife of the late Tim Williams of North Augusta, SC entered into rest on December 25, 2025.

Ann was born in Clarks Hill, SC as the daughter of the late Claire and William B. Ryan. She was a retired manager of SCDC Trenton facility and was a member of Asbury Methodist Church.

Dec 18, 2025

Matthew Verdon Padgett, 65 of North Augusta, SC entered into rest on December 18, 2025.

Matthew was born in Augusta, Ga as the son of the late Berenice and Curtis W. Padgett Sr. He was a retired construction worker and a member of Eureka Baptist Church.

Matthew is survived by his daughter Candi Padgett MacRae,...

Dec 18, 2025

James A. Young, 85 of Johnston, SC entered into rest on December 18, 2025.

James was born in Cleveland, Ohio as the son of the late Rosella and Lester H. Young. He was a retired machinist for Eaton Corporation and a member of the U.S. Navy. James was of the Lutheran faith and was an avid coin...

Dec 12, 2025

Calvin O'Neil Bartley Sr., 97 husband of the late Betty Dorn Bartley of Edgefield, SC entered into rest on December 12, 2025.

Calvin was the son of the late Dacus O'Neil and Lucile Griffis Bartley. He was a member of McKendree Methodist Church, a charter member of Northside Volunteer Fire Department, a member of Hezzie Griffis American...

Dec 12, 2025

Linda Gibson Smith, 79, wife of Robert "Buddy" Smith of Johnston, SC entered into rest on December 12, 2025.

Linda was born in Augusta, Ga. as the daughter of the late Iris and William "Billy" Gibson. Linda was a retired school teacher of fifty-seven years. She was a member of Johnston First Baptist.

Linda is...

Dec 10, 2025

Wayne Lewis Wates, 73 of Aiken, SC entered into rest on December 10, 2025.

Wayne was born in Augusta, Ga as the son of the late Christine and Raymond Lewis Wates. Wayne retired from retail sales and was employed by Hatcher Plumbing. He was of the Baptist faith.

Wayne is survived by his three children...

Dec 7, 2025

Tannue Sue Turner Owen, 82 wife of the late William "Lionel" Owen entered into rest on December 7, 2025.

Tannue Sue was born in Edgefield, SC as the daughter of the late Pansy and Elzie Turner, Sr. She was a retired Paralegal for the Law Firm of Michael Johnson. Tannue Sue was of the Baptist faith.

Dec 1, 2025

Betty Dorn Bartley, 96 of Edgefield, SC the wife of her high school sweetheart Calvin O'Neil Bartley, Sr. departed this life on December 1, 2025.

Betty was the daughter of the late James Marvin and Maysie Timmerman Dorn. She was a member of McKendree Methodist Church, the American Legion Auxiliary and was retired from the USDA Agricultural...

Nov 30, 2025

Virginia McGee Blackston, 85 wife of the late Charlie G. Blackston, Jr. of Johnston, SC entered into rest on November 30, 2025.

Virginia was born in Edgefield, SC as the daughter of the late Alice and John McGee. She was a server and cook at the P.K. restaurant and was of the Baptist faith.

Virginia...

Nov 26, 2025

Polly Jo Manley Montgomery of Edgefield, S.C. entered the gates of Heaven on Wednesday, November 26, 2025.

Mrs. Montgomery was the daughter of the late Rev. Neal Manley and Beulah Dennis Manley. She was born in Waco, Alabama where she also graduated high school.

Mrs. Montgomery's life revolved around her faith and her family. She...