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Millard "Bruce" Bessenger
Jul 8, 2025
Bruce Bessenger was born on January 28, 1962 in Columbia, South Carolina, and departed this earthly life on July 8, 2025. He is the son of Millard Bessenger and JoAnn Bunch Bessenger. Bruce proudly served his country in the U.S. Marine Corps, and later worked as a rural mail carrier for the U.S. Postal Service.
The Visitation for Bruce will be...
Kathy Jo Huffman
Jul 7, 2025
Kathy Jo Howard Huffman, 65, of Charleston, South Carolina, passed away on Monday, July 7, 2025.Born on May 8, 1960, in Washington Court House, OH, Kathy was the daughter of the late Carolyn Dean Howard and the late Charles Howard.
Some of Kathy's favorite things were Facetiming her grandchildren, the Ohio State Buckeyes, music, her dogs, and family vacations to her...
Carrie Mae Jeffcoat
Jul 6, 2025
Carrie Mae Jeffcoat, 88, of Summerville, South Carolina, passed away on Sunday, July 6, 2025.
Born on October 11, 1936 in Orangeburg, SC, she was the daughter of the late Nina Berry Brunson and Bragg Brunson.
Carrie was a devoted housewife who took great pride in being a mother. She spent a brief time working at the Charleston Shipyard, but her true...
Lisa Taracks
Jul 5, 2025
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Julia Lynn Carlisle
Jul 5, 2025
Julia Lynn Carlisle, 49, of Hanahan, passed away on July 5, 2025.
Julia came into this world in Austin, Texas and was so beloved. She bravely struggled with severe depression and anxiety in her later years. Sadly, she succumbed to her pain and took her own life. We who loved her are left with a devasting hole in our hearts.
Julia attended...
Ralph Phillip Mummey Jr.
Jul 4, 2025
Ralph Mummey, 87, a proud U.S. Navy veteran, devoted husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully on July 4. 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
Born on May 22, 1938, in Shenandoah, Pennsylvania, Ralph was the beloved son of the late Rose (Wherrity) Mummey and Ralph Mummey.
A bright and ambitious student, Ralph graduated as Class President and Valedictorian from Mahanoy City...
Raj Kaur Randhawa
Jul 4, 2025
Mrs. Rajkumari Kaur Randhawa KIAWAH ISLAND -
It is with great sorrow that we announce Rajkumari (Raj) Kaur Randhawa passed away peacefully on July 4, 2025, surrounded by family. She was a loving family woman, a trailblazer in business, a charitable community member, and a faithful servant to God. Born on August 16, 1936, in Amritsar, Punjab, India, Mrs. Randhawa was married...
David "Luke" Lucas Massey
Jun 30, 2025
David “Luke” Lucas Massey, 31 of Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, passed away on Monday, June 30, 2025.
Luke was born on June 30, 1994 in Charleston, SC and was a son of Amy Cartner Rogers and the late, William McNair Massey.
Luke spent his formative years in Charlotte, NC and graduated from Myers Park High School. He later attended UC Boulder and...
Dorothy Kronemer
Jun 30, 2025
Dorothy Kronemer, 64, of Daniel Island, SC, passed away on Monday, June 30, after a brief battle with cancer. In her final days, Dorothy reflected fondly on her many friendships and experiences, particularly those in Charleston and on Daniel Island, where she built a meaningful life in recent years. Dorothy believed in living a life full of purpose, passion, and...
William Ronald Walters Sr.
Jun 29, 2025
William "Billy" Walters, Sr., 82, of Goose Creek, South Carolina, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 29, 2025.
Born in Erwin, North Carolina, on February 7, 1943, Billy was the son of the late Sim and Annie Bell Walters. He graduated from Erwin High School in the Class of 1962.
He is preceded in death by his brothers Richard Walters and Joe...
Leonard "Lenny" Allan Swain
Jun 28, 2025
Leonard “Lenny” Allan Swain, 77, of Jamestown, South Carolina, passed away on Saturday, June 28, 2025. Born on October 3, 1947, in Charleston, South Carolina, he was the tenth and youngest child of the late Ethel Seagren Swain and the late Raymond Swain.
Leonard was a mountain of a man who lived life to the fullest. He was an adventurer, world...
Barbara Jean Walker
Jun 27, 2025
The memorial service for Barbara Jean Walker, 64, of Chapin, will be held in the chapel of St. Andrews Baptist Church, at 230 Bush River Road, Columbia, 29210, at 2 PM on Monday, July 7th. The family will receive friends following the service. Rev. Bart Cook and Rev. Bill Haselden will officiate.
Barbara was born November 11, 1960 in Fort Pierce,...
Gary Francis Jolly
Jun 26, 2025
Gary Francis Jolly, 66, of Hanahan, South Carolina, passed away on Thursday, June 26, 2025 surrounded by his loving family.
Born on March 14, 1959, in Ft Worth, TX, Gary was the son of Maria Magdalena Ortiz Ojeda and the late Gary Weston Jolly.
He served in the U.S. Army, where he achieved the rank of Staff Sergeant. During his service he...
Richard "Dick" Alexander Addy
Jun 26, 2025
Funeral services for Richard "Dick" Addy will be on Wednesday, July 2, 2025, at 11 a.m. at the McAlister-Smith Funeral Home located at 200 State Street, West Columbia, SC 29169. Interment will follow in Elmwood Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, July 1 between 2:00 and 4:00 pm at McAlister-Smith Funeral Home Chapel.
Richard A. Addy, known as Dick...
Carole Elizabeth McDonald
Jun 25, 2025
Carole Elizabeth McDonald, 84 of Summerville, South Carolina, passed away on Wednesday, June 25, 2025.
Born on January 7, 1941 in Charleston, South Carolina, she was a daughter of the late Lillie Mae Crosby and James Dunbar McDonald.
Carole was a youth bowling coach for many years. She worked as a machinist when her husband had a shop. Her passion was growing...
Ronald Anthony Kolonich
Jun 25, 2025
Deacon Ronald Anthony Kolonich, 75, of Summerville, South Carolina, went to his eternal reward with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, June 25, 2025.
Born on August 25, 1949 in Hooversville, Pennsylvania, he was the son of the late Julia and Frank Kolonich.
Ron was a boy scout and always said every boy should experience scouting because it builds moral values and...
Teresita Vasquez Garcia
Jun 23, 2025
Teresita Vasquez Garcia, 85, of Goose Creek, SC passed away on Monday, June 23, 2025 surrounded by her loving family.
Teresita was born on August 1, 1939, in Tabaco Albay, Philippines and was a daughter of the late Epifania Bula Barbante and the late Pedro Nasayao Vasquez.
Teresita is preceded in death by her husband of 52 years, Ramon Bernardo Garcia on...
Bruce Donell Sellers
Jun 23, 2025
Bruce Donell Sellers, 77, of Goose Creek, South Carolina, passed away on Monday, June 23, 2025.
Born on April 14, 1948, in Charleston, SC, Bruce was the son of the late Albennie Douglas Sellers and the late Edmund Sellers.
A proud veteran, Bruce served in the United States Air Force and retired in 1986 with the rank of Chief Master Sergeant. Following...
Brittany LaShay Gadsden
Jun 22, 2025
Brittany LaShay Gadsden, born on July 19, 1995, in Charleston, South Carolina, passed away on Sunday, June 22, 2025. She was the proud daughter of Henry Gadsden, Jr. and Kecia Bradley-Gadsden. A deeply thoughtful soul, Brittany was known for her quiet strength, sensitivity, and a love that gives without asking.
From an early age, Brittany discovered her passion for dance. Dance...
Ronald Carlton Herman
Jun 19, 2025
Ronald C. Herman, GySgt (Ret), USMC, 83, of Charleston, South Carolina, passed away peacefully on June 19, 2025. Born on August 6, 1941, in Penn Yan, New York, Ron lived a life of service, adventure, and unwavering devotion to his family and the outdoors.
A proud Marine Corps veteran, Ron served with distinction for 20 years, including during the Vietnam War,...

