Recent Obituaries

Nov 18, 2024

Ronald Franklin Bennett, 86, of Moncks Corner, passed away peacefully November 18, 2024.

Mr. Bennett was born in Charleston, SC, in 1938. A child of the Great Depression and WW2, he came of age in a time of scarcity and uncertainty. His family sought opportunity in St. Stephen, SC, opening a bus stop, dime store, and restaurant, where he worked as...

Nov 11, 2024

Mike Avrin Floyd, known fondly as Mike to all who knew him, passed away at the age of 64 in Moncks Corner, S.C., on November 11, 2024. Born on February 5, 1960, in Ft. Benning, Ga., to Avrin Marvin Floyd and Gisela Elizabeth Moller Floyd.

Throughout his 40 years at Home Telephone, Mike was more than just an employee; he was...

Nov 9, 2024

Oct 29, 2024

George Alan Kirkland, 76, fondly known as George to his friends and family, passed away on October 29, 2024, in Charleston, S.C. Born on October 5, 1948, in St. Petersburg, Fl., George was a son of the late Henry Grady Kirkland Jr. and Mary Francis Walker Kirkland.George served honorably in the U.S. Army as part of the Military Police before...

Oct 9, 2024

Beauford "Pete" Thomas Jr., a lifelong resident of Berkeley County, passed away peacefully in his birthplace on October 9, 2024, at the age of 83. Son of the late Beauford and Janie Dupree Thomas, Pete was a cherished husband, father, brother, and grandfather whose dynamic spirit and kindred soul left an indelible mark on all who knew him.He is survived...

Oct 8, 2024

Van Willis Buren High, known affectionately to all as Bubba, died peacefully in his hometown of Moncks Corner, South Carolina, on October 8, 2024. At 76, Bubba had suffered several serious health issues but never let it stop him from living every day to the fullest. His last ten months were the hardest as he bravely battled with cancer.

Bubba’s early...

Oct 1, 2024

Robert Eugene Dupree, known affectionately as Robbie by his loved ones, passed away on October 1, 2024, in Charleston, at the age of 51. He was born in Berkeley County on March 13, 1973.

A dedicated worker, Robbie retired as a heavy equipment operator from Santee Cooper, where he had been employed for many years.

He had a passion for hunting, fishing,...

Sep 13, 2024

Aug 29, 2024

Richard Jimmy Bean, affectionately known as Richard, departed our world on August 29, 2024, at his home in Bonneau, SC. Born on March 27, 1949, in Ft. Belvoir, VA, he was a son to the late Silas Theodore Bean and Guiseppina Borgo Bean.Richard leaves behind his beloved wife of 27 years, Deborah Adele Plotts Bean, his son Kevin Bean and...

Aug 29, 2024

Edith Marie Chance Caddell of Macedonia, SC, earned her eternal reward on August 29, 2024, at the age of 91. Born to James Chance and Marie Crawford Chance on July 9, 1933, Edith was the widow of John T. "JT" Caddell, Jr., and they had five children; Terry Caddell and his wife Bonnie, of Santee, SC, JoAnn Johnson and her...

Aug 27, 2024

Elwood Wayne Mills, known by everyone as Wayne, passed away peacefully on August 27, 2024, in Macedonia at the age of 68. Born on July 24, 1956, in Moncks Corner, he was the son of the late Joseph Elwood Mills and Lois Gloria Caddell Mills.

Wayne is survived by his children, Stephanie Mills and Joseph Mills, as well as his grandchildren,...

Aug 22, 2024

Robert Gary Hulbert, known affectionately as Gary, and "Ginka" to his grandchildren, passed away peacefully on August 22, 2024, in Walterboro, S.C., concluding a rich and full life at the age of 81. Born on May 6, 1943, in Canandaigua, N.Y., Gary was the beloved son of Robert Alden Hulbert and Catherine Elliott Hulbert.

A patriot at heart, Gary honorably served...

Aug 12, 2024

Bill McCall, Jr., a beacon of light and wisdom, passed away peacefully on August 12, 2024, in Moncks Corner, SC, at the age of 77. Born on January 5, 1947, in Kingstree, SC, to the late Reverend Bill McCall and Aletha Thomas McCall, Bill was known for his faith-filled spirit, intelligent mind, and passionate heart. He lived a life that...

Aug 9, 2024

William Chadwick Wright, affectionately known as Chad to his friends and family, departed this life on August 9, 2024, at the age of 46. He was born on March 9, 1978, in Charleston, S.C.

Chad is survived by his mother, Wanda Ware Wright, his wife, Theresa Muse Wright, and his daughter, Madison Wright. He will be fondly remembered by his brothers...

Aug 7, 2024

Louise Locklair Ballentine peacefully passed away August 7, 2024. She resided in Summerville, SC. She was born January 7, 1937 in Berkely County. Louise was predeceased by her husband, Harold A Ballentine, Sr.

She graduated from Berkely High School in Moncks Corner and attended the University of SC. Prior to moving back to SC Louise was a member of Zebulon United...

Aug 2, 2024

Johnny Carlisle Scott, known affectionately to friends and family as Johnny, passed away peacefully on August 2, 2024, at the age of 77, in Moncks Corner, S.C. Born on November 29, 1946, in Summerville, S.C., he was the son of the late Carlisle Scott and Cora Benton Scott.A beloved husband and family man, Johnny is survived by his wife of...

Jul 24, 2024

Joe R. Darnell, fondly known as Joe, passed away on July 24, 2024, in Moncks Corner, South Carolina. Born in the spring of 1937, on May 13th, in Marlinton, West Virginia, to parents George Washington Darnell and Carrie Elizabeth Bancroft Darnell.Joe was a proud veteran of the United States Navy during the Vietnam Era, he served his country with honor....

Jul 23, 2024

Rebecca Rayburn Threlkeld, affectionately known as Becky, peacefully passed away on July 23, 2024, in Goose Creek, South Carolina, at the age of 83. She was born in Richmond, Kentucky, on March 9, 1941, to H.D. Rayburn and Annie Katherine Agee Rayburn.

Becky was the widow of John "Crit" Threlkeld. She is survived by two devoted daughters, Susan T. McLaurin and...

Jul 14, 2024

Albert “Snookey” Boyt, husband of Mary Nell Boyt, passed away peacefully at his home on July 14, 2024, surrounded by his family. He was born in Oak Grove, Louisiana to Albert Boyt, Sr, and Mary Volf Boyt on December 26, 1931. He graduated from Berkeley High School in 1950 and from The Citadel in May 1954, with a degree in...

Jul 2, 2024

Brownlo Steven Troxel, known affectionately as Steve to his friends and family, passed away on the 2nd of July, 2024, in Pineville, South Carolina. Steve was born in Bristol, Virginia, on April 10th, 1944, to Brownlo Henry Troxel and Wanda Ethel Peak Troxel.

A proud veteran, Steve honorably served his country in the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam War, skillfully...