Carmen Rosa "Cuqui" Yost

Carmen Rosa "Cuqui" Yost

Sep 4, 2025

Carmen Rosa "Cuqui" Yost, 92 of Charleston, South Carolina, passed away on Thursday, September 4, 2025.

Born on December 6, 1932, in Mayaguez, Puerto Rico, Cuqui was the daughter of the late Amparo Ortega (Velez) Loperena and Antonio Loperena.

Cuqui was a young academic who sailed through school and received her high school diploma at the age of 15. Cuqui worked her...

James Robert Evans

James Robert Evans

Sep 8, 2025

James Robert Evans, 61, of Summerville, South Carolina, passed away on Monday, September 8, 2025.

Born on August 23, 1964, in Chicago, Illinois, he was the son of Virginia Gruchot Evans. 

James was a loving and understandable son, who cherished the close bond that he shared with his mother, brother and wife. Affectionately known as "Slim Jim" growing up, everyone knew that...

Emily Kathryne Hartung

Emily Kathryne Hartung

Sep 7, 2025

An obituary has not yet been posted on our website. Please check back as it will be uploaded as soon as it has been completed along with any dates and times of any scheduled services. Thank you - James Island Chapel

Glenda J Newby

Glenda J Newby

Sep 7, 2025

Glenda Carroll (Johnson) Newby entered her eternal rest on Sunday, September 7, 2025. Born in Vernon, Alabama, on January 18, 1944, to Milner D. Johnson and Kinis Barnes Johnson, Glenda lived a life marked by faith, service, and love.

She graduated from Columbia Bible College, where she met Bruce Newby. The two married on January 10, 1970, and together they made...

Jeanne Kay Juhos

Jeanne Kay Juhos

Sep 6, 2025

Jeanne Kay Juhos, 82, of Charleston, South Carolina, passed away on Saturday, September 6, 2025.

Born on January 2, 1943, in Attica, OH, Jeanne was a daughter of the late, Gertrude Ella (Hepner) Filiere and Cloyce Kenneth Filiere.

Jeanne was a beloved sister, mother, grandmother, wife, and friend. She took pride in her career as a teacher, artist, poet, photographer, theatre enthusiast,...

Shirley Lee Combs

Shirley Lee Combs

Sep 5, 2025

Shirley Lee Combs, 89, of Charleston, SC, passed away on Friday, September 5, 2025.

Born on September 28, 1935, in Scottsburg, IN, Shirley was the daughter of the late Goldie Maymon Watterson and the late Dallas Watterson.

Shirley was a loving and devoted daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother (affectionately known as Maw Maw), and friend. She found joy in crafting, especially ceramics...

Samuel Barto Spires, Jr.

Samuel Barto Spires, Jr.

Sep 5, 2025

Samuel B. Spires,  Jr. ”Barto” has gained his wings on September 5 2025, He was born in Gaston, South Carolina, one of 5 children of Samuel Barto Spires, Sr. and Mary Kleckley Spires. He was a beloved Husband, Father, Brother, Grandfather and Friend to all. Surviving are his children Kenneth (Shanda) Spires and Jessica Spires, along with his sister Wilma...

Ursula "Ulli" Anna Palmer

Ursula "Ulli" Anna Palmer

Sep 4, 2025

Ursula "Ulli" Anna Palmer, 70, of Charleston, South Carolina, passed away on Thursday, September 4, 2025.

Born on July 4, 1955, in Germany, Ursula was the daughter of the late Waltrud Geiger Fehr and the late Rudolf Fehr. 

Every year Ulli traveled back to Germany to her family and friends; she was proud of her roots. She also loved the lowcountry, especially...

Leo Kruger

Leo Kruger

Sep 3, 2025

Leo Kruger, 76 of Huger, South Carolina, passed away on Wednesday, September 3, 2025.

Born on October 14, 1948, in Brooklyn, NY, he was a son of the late Mary Kruger (Garite) and Charles Kruger.

Our father, Leo Kruger, left us on September 3rd, 2025, a day that will forever be marked by his absence. He was the kindest soul, a gentle...

Dwight Langford Burton

Dwight Langford Burton

Sep 2, 2025

Dwight L. Burton, 76, passed away on September 2, 2025, in Columbia, SC. Born in Harris County and raised in Killeen, Texas. They moved to Canada, where his family served on a missions farm. It was there that he discovered his lifelong love of the outdoors. Upon returning to Texas, he fell in love with archery—just one of many passions...

Hongkai Lin

Hongkai Lin

Aug 31, 2025

Hongkai Lin, 38, of Charleston, South Carolina, passed away on Sunday, August 31, 2025.

Born on March 5, 1987, in China, Hongkai was the son of Jinxian Yang and Daoping Lin.

Kai was a loving husband, caring son, amazing mentor and faithful friend. He was one of the most extraordinary souls one rarely met in their life. His curiosity knew no bounds,...

Katie Rose Taylor

Katie Rose Taylor

Aug 31, 2025

Katie Rose Taylor, 49 of Summerville, South Carolina, passed away on Sunday, August 31, 2025.

Born on March 23, 1976 in Bemidji, Minnesota, she was a daughter of Carol Mestrovich and the late Kenneth Hanson.

Katie moved from her hometown to South Carolina during her teenage years, where she later graduated. In her younger days, she enjoyed shooting pool and was a...

Richard Michael Dohaney

Richard Michael Dohaney

Aug 31, 2025

Richard Michael Dohaney, 71, of Summerville, South Carolina, passed away on Sunday, August 31, 2025. 

Born on August 14, 1954 in Dearborn, Michigan, he was the son of the late Mary Anne MacIntosh Gunn and Edward Dohaney. 

Richard proudly dedicated twenty-two years to serving in the United States Navy as a submariner, retiring with the rank of Senior Chief. After his military...

Richard P. Clark

Richard P. Clark

Aug 29, 2025

Richard Peter Clark, 84, of Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, August 29, 2025, surrounded by his family.

Born on October 13, 1940, in Brooklyn, NY, he was the son of the late Anna (Donlon) Fegan and Joseph Clark.

Richard was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and uncle, known for his quick wit, big heart, and tireless...

SKC Eddie Cayanan Javier, U.S. Navy, ret.

SKC Eddie Cayanan Javier, U.S. Navy, ret.

Aug 29, 2025

Eddie Cayanan Javier, 71 of Woodbridge, Virginia, passed away on Friday, August 29, 2025, in Charleston, South Carolina.

Born on May 17, 1954, in Zambales, Philippines, Eddie was a son of the late Inocencia Javier (Cayanan) and Naziancino Javier.

SKC (Ret.) Javier honorably served his country for 20 years in the United States Navy, entering service in 1975 and retiring in November...

Lloyd Kennedy Bursey

Lloyd Kennedy Bursey

Aug 28, 2025

Lloyd Kennedy Bursey, 91 of Hanahan, South Carolina, passed away on Thursday, August 28, 2025.

Born on February 26, 1934 in Chazy, New York, he was a son of the late Elizabeth Ritchie Bursey and Adolphus Bursey.

Expressions of sympathy may be viewed or submitted online at mcalister-smith.com/.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to McAlister-Smith Funeral & Cremation, 869 St. James Avenue, Goose...

Anthony Wayne Barnhart

Anthony Wayne Barnhart

Aug 27, 2025

Anthony Wayne Barnhart, 64 of Goose Creek, South Carolina, passed away on Wednesday, August 27, 2025. He was a devoted husband, father and Pop. He was a respected roofer, and passionate deep-sea fisherman.

Born on July 27, 1961, in Hagerstown, Maryland. As a roofer by trade, Tony was a perfectionist in every sense of the word. He approached his work with...

Rita Jane Young

Rita Jane Young

Aug 27, 2025

Rita Jane Young, 83 of Beaufort, South Carolina, passed away on Wednesday, August 27, 2025. Born on September 20, 1941, in Charleston, SC, Rita was a daughter of the late Camille (Ryan) Young and William Herman Young. Rita was a people person that enjoyed meeting new friends.

Rita is preceded in death by her parents, William and Camille Young; brother, George...

Martha Oralia Godoy Hernandez

Martha Oralia Godoy Hernandez

Aug 26, 2025

An obituary for Martha is not yet available. We appreciate your patience and understanding during this time. Please check back soon for updates and information as it becomes available.

~McAlister-Smith, James Island

Myrabelle Doré

Myrabelle Doré

Aug 25, 2025

In Loving Memory of Myrabelle "Josephine" Doré, age 3.

With broken hearts, we share that our beloved Myrabelle Doré died on Monday, August 25, 2025, at 2:52 p.m., the day after a tragic accident at home in Greenville, SC. She was three - small and mighty - and she filled our world with brightness. Myrabelle lived a bright, brave life.

Born December...