Thomas David Lear
Sep 11, 2025
It is with great sadness, but profound love, that the family of David Lear announces his untimely passing on September 11, 2025 at the age of 66.
He will be greatly missed by his two children, Morgan Lear-Leardi and Christian Lear; his erstwhile wife and mother of his children, Kelen Lear; his three grandchildren, whom he loved dearly; as well as...
James Patrick Hannifin, Sr.
Sep 11, 2025
James Patrick Hannifin Sr., affectionately known by family and friends as Dude, 84, of Charleston, SC, passed away on Thursday, September 11, 2025.
Born on May 12, 1941, in Wyandotte, MI, James was the son of the late Marjorie Abernathy Hannifin and the late Francis Hannifin.
James graduated from Stanley High School in Stanley NC. James was a veteran of the United...
Brenda Wannamaker Koch
Sep 11, 2025
Brenda Wannamaker Koch, 70, of Folly Beach, South Carolina, passed away on Thursday, September 11, 2025.
Born on February 4, 1955, in Columbia, SC she was the only daughter of the late Margaret Cleckley Wannamaker and Murray Bernard Wannamaker. She grew up on a farm near Swansea, SC with her four brothers.
Brenda cared deeply for others, both in her career as...
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
Sep 7, 2025
Kathy was a vivacious, optimistic, kind-hearted personality. An accomplished business woman who excelled in sales for major hotel chains.Later she found great success in temporary help sales, taking a deep breath and establishing her own company, Primary Temporaries,Inc during her 20 years in Chicago. Kathy also shared her talents in the wider community working with the Children's Home and Aid...
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
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
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.
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...
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...
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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
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
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...
