Obituaries

Nov 10, 2023

Barbara Ann Griffin Ussery, 84 of Jackson, SC wife of the late James Ira Ussery.

Barbara was born in Newberry, SC as the daughter of the late Alma and James Griffin. Barbara was a retired nurse from Aiken Regional Medical Center. She was a member of Open Bible Baptist Church in Beech Island, SC.

Barbara...

Nov 8, 2023

Alan Nathan Quarles, 70 of Edgefield, SC entered into rest on November 8, 2023.

Alan was born in Edgefield, SC as the son of the Doris Kemp Quarles and the late Sam F. Quarles. He was a faithful retired Methodist Minister and was a lover of music especially playing the piano as much as anything.

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Nov 1, 2023

Victor Charles Hitt, 56, husband of the late Janet Gregory Hitt of Aiken, SC entered into rest on November 1, 2023.

Victor was born in Augusta, Georgia as the son of Irene Darby Hitt and Horace Hitt. Victor was a retired Law Enforcement Officer with New Ellenton Police Department.

Victor is survived by his son...

Oct 31, 2023

Marvin Timothy Newman, 76 of Johnston, SC entered into rest on October 31, 2023.

Marvin was born in Oconee County, Georgia as the son of Marjorie and Donald Newman. Marvin retired as a paint and body shop technician.

Marvin is survived by his companion Phyllis Newman, children Kayla Ledford (Jonathon), Janet Newman Teseniar (Mike), Andy...

Oct 31, 2023

William Lionel Owens of Martha Franks Baptist Retirement Center, Lauren's, SC, a retired Baptist pastor/teacher entered his Lord's rest on October 31, 2023.

He was born May 21, 1935, Ware County Georgia. He grew up in Brunswick, GA, and graduated from Glynn Academy class of 1954. He continued his education at Southern Technical Institute and Luther Rice...

Oct 29, 2023

RuthAnn Reinhard McCann, 56, wife of Brian J. McCann of Edgefield, SC entered into rest on October 29, 2023.

Ruth was born in Phillipsburg, New Jersey as the daughter of Mary Hull and Richard Toth. She was a loving homemaker and a collector of colorful hummingbird wares that she carefully decorated her home with.

Ruth...

Oct 11, 2023

Betty Ann Jackson Bailey, 85 of Greenwood, SC wife of the late William Bailey entered into rest on October 11, 2023.

Betty was born in Johnston, SC as the daughter of Nell and Clyde Jackson. She was a member of Mt. Calvery Lutheran Church and was a loving homemaker for her family.

Betty is survived...

Oct 10, 2023

Eddie Feagin, 73 of Edgefield, SC husband of Lois Doolittle Feagin entered into rest on October 10, 2023.

Eddie was born in Johnston, SC as the son of Wilma and James Feagin. Eddie was a member of Grace Fellowship in North Augusta, SC and a retired shop supervisor for Edgefield County.

Eddie is survived by...

Oct 4, 2023

Sarah Lou "Baby Lou" Quarles McKie, 94 of Edgefield, SC, wife of the late Robert L "Bobby" McKie, Jr. entered into rest on October 4, 2023.

Sarah was born in Edgefield, SC as the daughter of the late Sallie and Willie L. Quarles. She was a loving homemaker and a member of Sweetwater Baptist Church.

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Sep 23, 2023

G. Willette Gillian Rodgers, 80, wife of the late Ronnie Rodgers of Johnston, SC entered into rest on September 23, 2023.

Willette was born in Spartanburg, SC as the daughter of Elizabeth and John Calhoun Gillian. Willette was a retired textile worker and a member of Rocky Creek Baptist Church.

Willette is survived by numerous...

Sep 21, 2023

Harriet Clark Lucas, wife of the late F. Charles Lucas, went to be with her Lord, Jesus Christ, on September 21, 2023, at the age of 92.

She was a native of Johnston, daughter of the late Robert Ernest and Gertrude Yonce Clark. She was a 1951 graduate of Winthrop College and former Social Worker with Edgefield County Department...

Sep 19, 2023

Grace Denning Ryan Reynolds went to live with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on September 19, 2023.

Born in Trenton, SC, on October 31, 1927, Grace was predeceased by her parents Helen Salter Ryan and Elbert Lacon Ryan, Sr. Grace was also predeceased by her husband, Harry Graham Reynolds. Their life together included worldwide travel as...

Sep 18, 2023

Reverend James "Larry" Ford, 71 of Augusta, Ga. husband of Sue Shuler Ford entered into rest on September 18, 2023.

Larry was born in Dallas, Texas as the son of Ruth and James Ford. He led an important role in the ministry for fifty years. His role took him in different paths; he served as the Chaplain...

Sep 18, 2023

Mary Yonce, 76, went home peacefully to be with Jesus on the 18th of September 2023 after spending a wonderful day with her kids and grandchildren at her home in DeLand, Florida.

Her graveside service will be held at 11:00 AM Wednesday, September 27, 2023, at Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church Cemetery 1186 Mt. Calvary Rd. Johnston, SC 29832.

Sep 14, 2023

Robert "Clay" Thompson, Sr., 64, of Edgefield, SC, husband of Margaret Ann Miller Thompson entered into rest on September 14, 2023.

Clay was born in Augusta, Georgia as the son of Betty and George Thompson. Clay retired from SRNS, served many years as a reserve deputy for Edgefield County, and was a South Carolina Disaster Relief volunteer. He was...

Sep 8, 2023

James Charles Painter, 84, husband of Joanne Watson Painter entered into rest on September 8, 2023.

James was born in Waynesville, NC as the son of the late Mary Ellen and Charles Turner Painter. He was a retired US Postal worker, a retired Fire Chief of Edgefield Fire Department, veteran of The United States Air Force, Chairman...

Sep 6, 2023

Patricia Thomas McKie "Pat", 89, joined Jesus on September 6, 2023.

Pat was born in Edgefield on February 17, 1934, to Davis Nathaniel Thomas and Helen Wood Thomas. She is preceded in death by her parents and her husband of 66 years, Bob. Also, her aunts and uncles who were raised as her siblings: Hugh Wood, Otis...

Sep 2, 2023

Joseph S. "Joe" Major, 85 entered into rest on September 2, 2023, with his family by his side.

He was a loving husband of 65 years to Lucretia Winn Major. Joe was a member of Rehoboth Baptist Church where he served as a deacon and Sunday School superintendent. He worked for 28 years as an electrical maintenance...

Aug 25, 2023

Mary Barry Ficik 76 of woodyard rd., Trenton, SC wife of the late Craig T. Ficik entered into rest on Friday August 25, 2023.

Funeral services will be held at 11:30 am Wednesday August 30, 2023 at St. Mary's Catholic Church with burial in the church cemetery. Rosary will be held at 5:00 pm Tuesday August 29th...

Aug 18, 2023

Robert Marsh Stark, 84 of Edgefield, SC entered into rest on August 18, 2023.

Robert was born in Augusta, Georgia as the son of the late Charles and Mary Marsh Stark. Robert was a former teacher, principal, and a retired insurance agent. He was an Episcopalian by birth and a member of The Citadel Foundation, The Palmetto...