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Kathy Herron Auvenshine
Jan 29, 2026
Kathy Herron Auvenshine passed away peacefully at Hammond Square in North Augusta, SC on January 29, 2026. Kathy was born on December 1,1950 in Edgefield, SC to Frances Sharp Herron and A. H. Herron.
Kathy retired from Edgefield County in 2013 where she was a Purchasing Agent for many years. Kathy enjoyed spending time with her beloved husband Debro and their...
Edna "Penny" Bryan
Jan 26, 2026
Edna “Penny” Hiatt Bryan, age 77, of Edgefield, SC, passed away peacefully on January 26, leaving behind a legacy of love, generosity, strong faith, and an impressive collection of shopping bags.
Born on January 13, 1949 in Statesville, NC, Penny was the daughter of the late Evelyn and James Albert Hiatt. Her faith was the foundation of her life. Jesus Christ...
Charles Fredrick Stribling
Jan 24, 2026
Charles Fredrick (Freddy) Stribling, 85, passed away on January 24, 2026.
Freddy was born in Drew, Mississippi on December 17, 1940. He was the son of Geneva Wilson Stribling and Tom Weston Stribling. He was predeceased by his parents and four brothers: Thomas Wesley Stribling, Bobby Joe Stribling, Boyd Lee Stribling and John Douglas Stribling.
Freddy lived in Johnston most of his...
Helen Gayle Willis
Jan 24, 2026
Helen Gayle Alverson Willis, 81, wife of the late William R. Willis of McCormick, SC passed away January 24, 2026, at Self Regional Hospital.
Gayle was born in McCormick, SC to the late Posey and Dodell Alverson. She was a lifelong resident of McCormick. She was employed by Milliken Textiles Mill as a spinner for many years. Gayle was a member...
Frances Johnson Riggs
Jan 21, 2026
Mrs. Frances Johnson Riggs, 83 wife of the late Jerry J. Riggs, Sr. of Edgefield entered into eternal rest on January 21, 2026.
Frances was born in Edgefield, SC at home of the late Rufus M. and Helen P. Johnson.
After having worked for twenty-five years Frances retired from Strom Thurmond High School cafeteria. She enjoyed gardening, being outside and growing vegetables....
Patrick Dean Burton
Jan 21, 2026
Patrick Dean Burton, 63, husband of Dorothy Mae Burton of Aiken, SC entered into rest on January 21,2026.
Patrick was born in Greenwood, SC as the son of the late Hugh and Susan M. Burton. Patrick spent a good a part of his life in Edgefield. Patrick enjoyed working outside in the yard of his home and helping his neighbors in...
Ronnie Dean Combs
Jan 21, 2026
Ronnie Dean Combs, 83, passed away peacefully at home on January 21, 2026, after a long illness.
Ronnie was born on Easter Sunday April 5, 1942, in McRoberts, Kentucky. He was the son of the late Ira D. and Stella Puckett Combs. Ronnie was a truck driver for thirty-seven years. He loved gardening and riding his John Deere lawn mower. He...
Mildred Townes Hammond
Jan 16, 2026
Mildred Townes Hammond, 93 wife of the late T.C. Hammond Jr. of Edgefield, South Carolina entered into rest on January 16, 2026.
Mildred was born in Augusta, Georgia as the daughter of the late Maude and Frank Townes. Mildred was retired from The State Court of Richmond County and was a member of Peace Haven Baptist Church.
Mildred is survived by her...
Joseph Michael Saye
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...
Tom L. Yoder
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...
Lucille Kelly Proctor
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...
Thomas William Long
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...
Virginia Burton Kemp
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...
Teressa Matthews Saylors
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,...
Wayne Thomas Lamberth
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...
Edward Rudolph Cornwell
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...
William Joseph Corcoran
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,...
Martha Quarles Hamilton
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...
Ann Ryan Williams
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.
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