Obituaries

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...

Nov 22, 2025

Teena Lyn Wackerman, 62 of Edgefield, SC formerly of Kansas City, MO passed away Saturday, November 22, at home after an 8 ½ year battle with Stage IV Colon Cancer.

Teena was born on April 1, 1963, in Kansas City, MO to Floyd and Sheila Hall. She attended school in the Raytown (MO) School District and graduated...

Nov 14, 2025

Mrs. Doris Kemp, age 96, of Edgefield, SC entered into eternal rest on Friday November 14, 2025, at her favorite place, her home. Born January 23, 1929, to Olive and John Henry West of the westside of Edgefield, Doris lived a simple life filled with those she loved and those who loved her. Preceded in death are her husband,...

Nov 14, 2025

Wade Hampton Glover III, 82 of Johnston, SC entered into rest on November 14, 2025.

Wade was born in Washington, DC as the son of the late Doris and Wade H. Glover Jr. Wade was a Physical Therapist, he worked for the V.A. Hospital and was a retired Lieutenant Colonel for the US Army.

Wade...

Nov 13, 2025

Wanda Jean Chrisco Smith, 59 wife of Gary T. Smith of Gibson, Ga. entered into rest on November 13, 2025.

Wanda was born in Augusta, Ga. as the daughter of the late Betty Jean and Henry Steve Chrisco. Wanda was a truck driver, and she also was an attendee of Jordan Chapel in Edgehill, Ga.

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Nov 7, 2025

June Aull Metze, 90 wife of the late Kenneth Metze of Edgefield, SC entered into rest on November 7, 2025.

June was born in Saluda County, SC as the daughter of the late Daisy and Tillman Aull. She dedicated her career to serving others as a Registered Nurse, where her deep care and compassion touched all those...

Nov 2, 2025

Bonnie Pardue Powell, 71 of Aiken, SC entered into rest on November 2, 2025.

Bonnie was born in Augusta, Ga. as the daughter of the late Monte and David Pardue. She was a retired waitress and had worked at the PK restaurant and the pool room of Johnston in the past. Bonnie had many joys of life...

Oct 26, 2025

Theordore "Ted" H. Kohl, 70 husband of Laura Kohl of Johnston, SC entered into rest on October 26, 2025.

Ted was born in Charleston, SC as the son of the late Betty and Austin Kohl. He was retired from the United States Marines and was a recent member of Edgefield Methodist Church. Ted had a special place...