Obituaries

Dec 9, 2023

Alvin Butler Bryan, Sr., 86 husband of Peggy Rhoden Bryan for 66 years entered into rest on December 9, 2023.

Alvin was born in Edgefield, SC as the son of the late Mattie Ruth Ranson Bryan and Cecil "Jake" Bryan. Alvin was a retired Director of Aiken County Public Works & Engineering. He attended Clemson University and was a...

Dec 7, 2023

James F. Nettles, 19, son of Stan and Christy Nettles of Johnston, SC went home to be with his Lord and Savior on December 7, 2023.

He is survived by his parents, a brother Christopher Nettles (Riley Hoover), and a sister Kay Nettles, both of Johnston. He is also survived by his grandparents, Jasper and Mattie Agner...

Dec 5, 2023

The graveside service for Anne Eidson Dukes will be held on Tuesday, December 12, 2023, at 2:00 p.m., at Spann United Methodist Church Cemetery in Ward, South Carolina. Anne died on December 5, 2023.

Anne, daughter of the late Victor Roland and Marion Satcher Eidson, was born at the old Columbia Hospital on March 5, 1932. She...

Dec 2, 2023

Frank Bettis Hammond, 84, of Edgefield, SC husband of Jean Wilson Hammond entered into rest on December 2, 2023.

Frank was born in Augusta, Georgia as the son of the late Vina Smith Hammond and Bob Lee "Coonie" Hammond. Frank was a retired self-employed electrical contractor and a member of Red Hill Baptist Church.

Frank...

Dec 1, 2023

Sandra McKie Wannamaker, 88 of North Augusta entered into rest on December 1, 2023.

Sandra was born in Augusta, Georgia as the daughter of Anna and John McKie. Sandra retired from finance after having worked for General Motors for many years. Sandra loved to work in her yard and enjoyed fishing quite often.

Sandra is...

Nov 23, 2023

Sylvia Boatwright Turner, 83 of Edgefield, SC, wife of the late Elzie L. Turner, Jr. entered into rest on November 23, 2023.

Sylvia was born in Batesburg, SC as the daughter of the late Joseph and Gladys Buzhardt Boatwright. She was a former employee of the SC Highway Department. She was a member of Edgefield Presbyterian Church...

Nov 22, 2023

Donald Wayne Davis, 65 of Edgefield, SC, entered into rest on November 22, 2023.

Donald was born in Eastover, SC as the son of the late Lacy and Chalma Bridges Davis. He was a retired textile worker and of the Baptist faith.

Donald is survived by his 3 sons-Jesse, Bobby and Wayne Davis; 4 brothers-...

Nov 16, 2023

Rhett Carroll Timmerman, Jr, 41 of Edgefield, SC, entered into rest on November 16, 2023.

Rhett was born in Augusta, Ga as the son of the late Rhett and Lucille Timmerman, Sr. He was a former plumber at Gold Mech and a member of Red Oak Grove Baptist Church.

Rhett is survived by his sister...

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...