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Ember Ruth Jones
Aug 24, 2026
Ember Ruth Jones, 5 years old, of Charleston, South Carolina, passed away on Monday, August 24, 2026. Born on September 18, 2020, in Charleston, SC, Ember was the daughter of Danielle Hofmann and Michael Jones. Ember was a graduate of the PIC classroom at Oakland Elementary where she attended for 3 years. She began kindergarten at Pattison’s Academy. Each week she worked...
Diane Wickett Christoff
Sep 23, 2026
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. - West Ashley Chapel
William A. Rizzo
Sep 22, 2026
William A. Rizzo, 79, passed away peacefully on September 22, 2026.
William known by Bill to his friends and family was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend who loved his family dearly. His family was the center of his life, and he cherished every moment spent with them.
William proudly served in the Army National Guard. He went on to...
Cherry Angela Beach
Sep 22, 2026
Cherry Angela Jackson-Beach, 71 of Goose Creek, South Carolina, passed away on Tuesday, September 22, 2026.Born on May 10, 1955 in Charleston, SC, Angie was a daughter of the late Cherry Gould Jackson and Lawrence Jackson.Angie dedicated her life to her family, giving endlessly of herself and finding joy in caring for those around her. Her love, strength, and unwavering...
Carmen Molena Reece
Sep 22, 2026
Carmen Molena Reece, 84 of Ladson, South Carolina, passed away on Tuesday, September 22, 2026.
Born on July 12, 1942, in Jerez Cadiz, Spain, Carmen was a daughter of the late Jose Molena and Josefa Molena.
Carmen enjoyed crocheting, being a housewife, and loved to travel when she was able.
Carmen is preceded in death by her parents; and two sisters.
Carmen is survived...
William Evans "Billy" Robinson
Sep 21, 2026
William Evans “Billy” Robinson, 40, of Charleston, South Carolina, passed away on Monday, September 21, 2026.
Born on December 9, 1985, in Charleston, South Carolina, Billy was the son of Debra Evans Robinson and Guy B. Robinson.
He was a man who lived life in his own way and was never afraid to speak his mind. He enjoyed being outdoors, especially deer...
Vera Louise Vanderwaal
Sep 20, 2026
Vera Louise Campbell (Grant) VanderWaal, 94, Johns Island, South Carolina, passed away Sunday, September 20th, 2026. She was born April 14, 1932, in Greene County, near Rogersville, Missouri, to Charles Miller Campbell and Marie Audrey Phillips.
Vera graduated from Rogersville High School and entered college as a Music Major in 1950. After meeting her devoted first Husband, Leonard Otis Grant, they...
Deborah Eileen Rowe
Sep 20, 2026
Deborah Eileen Rowe, 62, of West Columbia, SC, passed away unexpectedly on September 20th, 2026, while recovering from surgery.
Born on September 27th, 1963, in Columbia, SC, Deborah was the beloved daughter of Edward and Anita Owens. Debi spent her life devoted to her family and children. She touched countless lives through teaching and coaching soccer.
Deborah graduated from Richland Northeast High...
William Leroy Luckie
Sep 19, 2026
William Leroy Luckie, 83, of Charleston, South Carolina, passed away on Saturday, September 19, 2026.Born on January 9, 1943, in Macon, Georgia, William was the son of the late Lois Virginia (Sorrels) Luckie and the late William Mac Luckie.A proud graduate of Auburn University, William earned his degree in mechanical engineering through the cooperative education program, alternating quarters between the...
Eugenia "Jean" Ivey Dressler
Sep 19, 2026
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
Asbury Frank Hayes Jr.
Sep 18, 2026
A memorial service for Asbury Frank Hayes Jr., 82, of Gaston, SC, will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 3, 2026, at McAlister-Smith Funeral Home, 200 State Street, West Columbia, SC.
Mr. Hayes died on September 18, 2026. Born on July 30, 1944, in Columbia, SC, he was the son of the late Asbury F. Hayes Sr. and Mamie...
Linda Marie Hardy
Sep 18, 2026
Linda Marie Enders Hardy passed away peacefully on September 18, 2026 in Lexington, SC.
Linda was born on July 29, 1952 in Lynwood, CA. As a young child she moved with her family to Ajo, AZ where she lived until she graduated from high school. During these years, she developed a love for the beauty of the desert. Her favorite memories...
Lurline Orita Phillips
Sep 18, 2026
Lurline Orita Phillips, 62, of Swansea, South Carolina entered eternal rest on September 18th, 2026. Visitation will be held on Saturday, September 26th, 2026 from 10-12 at McAlister-Smith Funeral Home in West Columbia. There will also be a celebration of life in memory of Orita at a later date.
Orita was born December 24th, 1963 in Lexington, South Carolina to her...
Connie Louise Dyckmans
Sep 17, 2026
Connie Louise Dyckmans, 71 of Moncks Corner, South Carolina, passed away on Thursday, September 17, 2026.
Born on December 11, 1954 in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, she was the daughter of the late Peggy Stewart Lefever and the late Kenneth Rankin.
Her family moved to Montclair, Michigan, where she met her first husband, Robert Bronaugh. Later, they moved to Moncks Corner, where she began...
Robert Dean "Bob" Bush
Sep 16, 2026
Robert Dean "Bob" Bush, 75, of Hanahan, South Carolina, passed away on Wednesday, September 16, 2026.
Bob was born May 29, 1951, in Bellefontaine, Ohio, to the late Mildred Rex Bush and John Bush. He married young and spent 45 years building a career with Worthington Industries. After moving to the Charleston area, he continued working with Feralloy.
Bob was a man of...
Lydia M. Rodriguez Connolly
Sep 16, 2026
Lydia M. Rodriguez Connolly, 61 of Summerville, South Carolina, passed away on Wednesday, September 16, 2026. Born on November 14, 1964 in Puerto Rico, she was a daughter of the late Lydia Diaz Rodriguez and the late Luis Rodriguez. Lydia was a strong woman. She was a very loving, caring, giving person. If she had something and you needed it,...
Mark Steven Durkee
Sep 15, 2026
Mark Steven Durkee, 70 of Greenwood, South Carolina, passed away on Tuesday, September 15, 2026.Born on September 23, 1955 in St. Albans, Vermont, he was a son of the late Eileen Thibault Durkee and the late Osborne Durkee.Mark was most proud of his service in the United States Army. In his free time, he enjoyed fishing, hunting, and spending quality...
Margie Sudweeks Freston
Sep 15, 2026
Margie Freston, 90, of Johns Island, South Carolina, passed away on September 15, 2026, at her home after a long illness
Born on February 27, 1936, in Kimberly, ID, Margie was the daughter of the late Rachel Martha Sudweeks and the late Harold D. Sudweeks.
Family, faith, and concern for others shaped Margie’s accomplished and adventurous life. Her journey from birthplace, Kimberly,...
Charlene Edmondson
Sep 13, 2026
Mary Charlene Edmondson, 85 of Johns Island, South Carolina, passed away on Sunday, September 13, 2026.
Born on July 11, 1941 in Akron, OH, Charlene was a daughter of the late Mary Lila (Ballard Cissell and the late Joseph Raphael Cissell.
Charlene received her undergraduate degree from Bellarmine University in Kentucky and went on to pursue her Masters degree. She was a...
Lester Aaron Cruz
Sep 9, 2026
Lester Aaron Cruz, 21 of Goose Creek, South Carolina, passed away on Wednesday, September 9, 2026.Born on April 8, 2005 in Hempstead, NY, he was a son of Arlen Cruz Medina.Lester put God first always. He loved to play sports and one of his favorite was boxing. He loved to go to the gym and work out. He loved music...

