Obituaries

Dec 1, 2024

Willie Mae Rawls Matheny, 97 of Johnston, SC, wife of the late Jack F. Matheny entered into rest in Saluda, SC.

Willie Mae was born in Johnston, SC as the daughter of the late Eula and William Rawls. Willie Mae was a retired worker from Riegel Textile and was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church.

Nov 30, 2024

Orrie Mae Franklin Harris, 95 of Edgefield, SC wife of the late Thomas Carl Harris entered into rest on November 30, 2024.

Orrie was born in Edgefield, SC as the daughter of the late Onie and Hasting Franklin. Orrie was a member of Johnston First Baptist Church and was a retired textile worker.

Orrie is...

Nov 28, 2024

Mr. Robert "Bobby" Milton Christie, Sr., 85, resident of Plum Branch Road near Edgefield, husband of the late Catherine McDaniel Christie, died Thursday, November 28, 2024, at Self Regional Healthcare in Greenwood.

Born January 1, 1939, in Edgefield County, he was the son of the late Thomas Daniel Christie, Sr. and Connie Talbert Christie. A lifelong resident of Edgefield...

Nov 24, 2024

Kathryn Ann Timmerman Lalonde, Kat, departed this life on Sunday, November 24, 2024. She was born in Edgefield in April of 1946 and, except for a few years living in Aiken, she was a proud resident of Edgefield her entire life.

She loved children and operated an in-home day care when her own children were young. In...

Nov 20, 2024

Trace Merritt Clennon, 70, of Minnesota wife of Scott Clennon entered into rest on November 20, 2024, in Edgefield, SC.

Trace was born in Austin, Minnesota as the daughter of the late Chester and Margaret Merritt. She was a retired retail worker from Wal-Mart Corporation. It was said that Trace had a few main loves in her...

Nov 19, 2024

Cynthia Odell Bull, AKA, Mom, MiMi, Snake Wrangler, Raven Lunatic, departed this life Tuesday, November 19, 2024. A New Year's Baby born in 1942; she has had ties to Edgefield for the better part of her life. Upon graduating Edgefield High School as a Bulldog, she went on to Converse College. She became an Educator and taught school, eventually...

Nov 17, 2024

Alexis Marie Viseth, 13 of North Augusta, South Carolina entered into rest on November 17, 2024.

Alexis was born in Greenwood, South Carolina as the beautiful daughter of Jason and Jessica Coleman Viseth.

Alexis was a student at Merriweather Middle School and was smart, compassionate, witty, a little stubborn and truly unique.

Survivors...

Nov 17, 2024

Thomas Ray Adams, Jr., 64, died Sunday, November 17, 2024. He was the son of the late Thomas Ray and Ann Turner Adams.

Thomas was a life-long resident of Edgefield. He was retired from the SCDOT. He was an old car enthusiast and loved talking on his CB radio. Thomas will be remembered by all those that...

Nov 16, 2024

Mary Jean McDaniel Jackson, 84 of Edgefield, South Carolina, wife of the late Reuben J. "Junior" Jackson, entered into rest on November 16, 2024.

Mary was born in Edgefield, South Carolina as the daughter of the late William O. and Mamie Willis McDaniel. Mary was a dedicated homemaker, and she was a member of Red Oak Grove...

Nov 12, 2024

Captain William B. Hunt, USN Ret., of Trenton SC, passed away peacefully on November 12, 2024, surrounded by loving family.

Born on September 10, 1943, to a young Navy family, Bill spent his early childhood on the family farm in Mitchellville, MD, while his father was away at war. He grew up in Alexandria, VA, and graduated...

Nov 1, 2024

Rose Holmes Erwin, 79 of Edgefield, South Carolina entered into rest on November 1, 2024.

Rose was born in Edgefield, South Carolina as the daughter of the late Henry and Maude Holmes and she was the wife of the late Henry E. "Sonny" Erwin. Rose was a retired supervisor in banking and later working for The Edgefield...

Oct 23, 2024

Lynnette Elaine Taylor, 59, of Hephzibah, Georgia passed away on October 23, 2024.

Lynnette was born in Greenwood, SC as the daughter of Betty Jean Taylor and the late Harry Allen Taylor Sr. She was a self-employed speech and language pathologist.

Lynnette is survived by her son Trenton Givens (Erin), grandson Briar Givens, brother Harry...

Oct 23, 2024

Floyd Benjamin Holmes, 85, entered into rest peacefully at home on October 23, 2024, surrounded by the love of his family. A graveside service will be held Sunday afternoon, October 27, 2024 at 2 o'clock in the Holmes Family Cemetery, with Tim Sanders presiding. Following the service, family and friends are invited to gather at the graveside to celebrate...

Oct 23, 2024

William Jennings Bryan, 85, of Edgefield, SC husband of Carol Bryan entered into rest on October 23, 2024.

William was born in Edgefield, SC as the son of the late Carrie and Otis Bryan. William was a retired supervisor for Graniteville Company and worked for the Edgefield County Recycling Center.

William is survived by his...

Oct 22, 2024

Patricia Miller Bryan, 79 of Edgefield, SC went home to be with her lord and savior Jesus Christ on October 22, 2024, at Edgefield County Hospital.

Patricia was born on July 24,1945 to the late Jack and Nita Miller. Patricia was a lifelong resident of Edgefield, SC and former cafeteria manager for The Edgefield County School District...

Oct 21, 2024

Steven Anthony "Tony" Simon, 65, entered into rest on October 21, 2024, in the comfort of his home

Tony was born in Aiken, SC as the son of the late Corene and Billy Simon. Tony was a painter and had many hobbies. Tony loved to travel with his fiancé Dianne to the mountains, he loved fishing since...

Oct 18, 2024

Thomas Franklyn Wight, 73 of Edgefield, SC entered into rest this week in the comfort of his home.

Thomas was born in Beaufort, SC as the son of the late Rebecca and Franklyn Wight. Thomas was a former shrimper and shrimp boat captain. He was raised in the Catholic faith.

Thomas is survived by his...

Oct 6, 2024

Becky Schultz Covar, 72 of Trenton, South Carolina entered into rest on October 6, 2024.

Becky was born in Abbeville, South Carolina as the daughter of Ardatha and Marvin Schultz. Becky was a retired administrative assistant and attended Living Word Fellowship.

Becky is survived by her husband Mike Covar, two daughters Lesley Perry (Andrew), Amy...

Sep 30, 2024

Diane Shanks Hansen, 71, of Edgefield, South Carolina passed away peacefully in her sleep on Monday, September 30th, 2024.

Diane was raised in North Augusta as the second of four children of Lloyd and Shirley Shanks. She received a Degree in Radiology from The Medical College Of Georgia and worked in the radiology department at hospitals in...

Sep 25, 2024

Tony Gordon Friar, 66 of Johnston, South Carolina entered into rest on September 25,2024.

Tony was born in Augusta, Georgia as the son of the late Frankie and Joe Friar. Tony was a retired mechanic for E & I and was of the Baptist faith.

Tony is survived by his daughter Tonya Stone (Seth), son...