Lynn Hammond Patterson
Apr 20, 2025
Lynn Hammond Patterson, 55, of Charleston, passed away on April 20, 2025. A full obituary has not yet been completed. Please check back for updates. - West Ashley Chapel
Alan Paul LaBerge
Apr 17, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Alan Paul LaBerge, who departed this life on April 17, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
Born on January 15, 1951, to Florent Charles LaBerge and Yvonne Henriette Barthelemy LaBerge, Alan lived a life defined by service, curiosity, and love. He proudly served in the United States Navy for 27...
Brenda Lynn LaMothe
Apr 17, 2025
Brenda Lynn LaMothe, 63 of Moncks Corner, South Carolina, passed away on Thursday, April 17, 2025.
Born on June 9, 1961 in Ligonier, Pensylvania, she was a daughter of Doris Furr Graham and the late Walter Graham Jr.
Brenda graduated from Berkeley High School in 1979. She went on to work various jobs, including nearly 20 years at Wal-Mart in both the...
Don Edwin Smith
Apr 17, 2025
Don Edwin Smith, 81, of Charleston, South Carolina, passed away April 17, 2025. He was born on November 26, 1943, in Hokes Bluff, Alabama. Considering he was born 11 years after his next oldest brother, it’s likely he was a big surprise for his parents, Willie Fern Garrison Smith and Theodore T. Smith.
Don’s favorite place to relax with his family,...
Elizabeth Bowden Cragen
Apr 17, 2025
Elizabeth Bowden Cragen, 76, of Isle of Palms, SC, passed away on April 17, 2025, in Isle of Palms.
Beth was born in Jersey City, NJ to Ada Shriver Longley and Dr. Stephen Brooks Longley on December 3, 1948. She went to school in Short Hills, NJ. She married John P. Cragen in Isle of Palms, SC. She graduated from the...
Elizabeth Ann Klaus (Hejka)
Apr 16, 2025
With deep sorrow, we are sharing with family and friends the death of our beloved sister, Elizabeth Ann Klaus (Hejka).
She was the fourth daughter of Leonard & Irene Hejka, whom preceded her in death. She passed on April 16, 2025, in her home in the Charleston area of South Carolina. She left behind her sisters and their families; Diana, Barbara...
Donald Hugh Milliken
Apr 15, 2025
It’s with horrific sadness that I announce the passing of my husband, Donald H. Milliken, Jr. (Don) on April 15, 2025, at 71 years of age. Don has lost his battle with cancer, but has gone home to be with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
Don was born in Plaquemine, LA on February 10, 1954. Don is survived by his...
James Robert Smith Jr.
Apr 14, 2025
James "Jim" Smith
Beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather, Coach, and Friend
James (Jim) Robert Smith Jr. 83 of Charleston, SC passed away on Monday April 14, 2025.
Jim was born on November 9, 1941 in Memphis, Tennessee. He was the son of the late Eunice Steward Goddard and James E. Goddard.
Jim began his lifelong career with the United States Postal Service at the age...
Cynthia Renee Waters
Apr 13, 2025
Cynthia Renee Waters, 68 of Goose Creek, South Carolina, passed away on Sunday, April 13, 2025.
Born on August 28, 1956 in Corona, California, she was a daughter of the late Christine Cook Sims and Jasper Sims.
Cynthia served in the Navy for 4 years and trained pilots how to survive in the event of a sea crash. She loved to read...
Tamara Darlene Rush
Apr 13, 2025
Tamara Darlene Rush, 83, of Hanahan, South Carolina, passed away on Sunday, April 13, 2025.
Born on January 14, 1942, in Richmond, Virginia, she was the daughter of the late Sally Lofton and late St. Julien Barnwell.
Tamara was a loving, compassionate, mother, grandmother and friend to all. Her passion was making others happy. She enjoyed sewing, coloring, making jewelry and cooking....
Mary Ruth Burns
Apr 12, 2025
Mary Ruth Carter Burns, 89, of Piedmont, Alabama, passed away on April 12, 2025, in Mount Pleasant, SC.
Mary Ruth Carter Burns was born in Piedmont, Alabama to Jack and Lillian Carter on June 21, 1935. Mary went to school in Jacksonville, Alabama. She married Morris Eugene Burns on November 18, 1950, in Walker, Georgia. For most of her life, Mary...
Mary Louise Squires
Apr 7, 2025
Mary Louise Squires, 77, of North Charleston, SC, passed away on Monday, April 7, 2025.
Born on December 30, 1947, in Downers Grove, IL, Mary Lou was the daughter of the late Elizabeth Wilkinson Hudgens and the late Herschel Hudgens.
She was a graduate of East Aurora High School, Class of 1966. Mary Lou retired from the U.S. Air Force civilian division.
Mary...
Brad Norvell
Apr 6, 2025
Bradley Edward Norvell, 56, of North Charleston, SC passed away on April 6, 2025.
Born on October 29, 1968 in Orange, NJ. Brad grew up in Dallas, Texas and was a 1987 graduate of Richardson High School. He attended Stephen F. Austin State University, where he was a member of the Alpha Tau Omega fraternity. Brad was a police officer, heavy...
CMSgt Robert K. Strobel, USAF Retired
Apr 5, 2025
CMSgt Robert K. Strobel, USAF Retired, 87, known as Bob, entered into eternal peace on April 5, 2025.
Robert Kenneth (nee Cruickshank) Strobel is survived by his wife of 41 years, Mildred E. Lehmann-Strobel.
He is predeceased by his father, Kenneth Cruickshank and mother, Anna Gunther; his brothers, Kenneth R. (Cruickshank) Strobel and Richard Strobel; and stepfather, Otto Strobel.
Robert joined the US...
Louis C. Nenninger
Apr 4, 2025
Louis C. Nenninger, 96, of Charleston, SC, died peacefully of natural causes on Friday, April 4, 2025, surrounded by his three children. Lou is survived by his two daughters, Dale and Jay; his son, Scott; seven grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. He is predeceased by his son, Sandy and his beloved wife of 69 years, Jeanne.
Lou grew up and spent the...
Judith Woodrum Calfee
Apr 2, 2025
Judith Woodrum Calfee, age 83, passed away on April 2, 2025, in New Smyrna Beach, Florida, surrounded by the love of her family. She resided in Awendaw, South Carolina.
Born on November 18, 1941, in Camden, South Carolina, Judy moved frequently as a child. Living in various places in Virginia, West Virginia, and South Carolina. These formative years taught...
Leslie ‘Les’ John Callan Jr
Apr 2, 2025
Leslie ‘Les’ John Callan Jr, husband to Judith ‘Judy’ Bolchoz Callan, entered into eternal rest on April 2, 2025 surrounded by his loving family.
Les was born on August 12,1958 in Montgomery, Alabama, a son of Leslie J. Callan Sr and Connie Nicometo Callan Woodruff. Following graduation from GW Carver High School in 1980, Les started his 40-year journey with CSX...
Demaries Ann Atwood
Apr 2, 2025
Demaries Ann Atwood, 93, of Charleston, SC, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 2, 2025.
Born on June 27, 1931, in Fort Pierce, FL to her late parents, Ethel Estelle (Byrd)) Krause and the late Richard Paul Krause, Sr.
Demaries Ann proudly took on the roles a loving daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother in her family during her long...
Joseph Aloysius Trainor Jr.
Apr 1, 2025
Joseph Aloysius Trainor Jr, 92, of Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, passed away on Tuesday, April 1, 2025.
Joseph "Joe" was born on July 10, 1932, in Staten Island, New York, and was the son of the late Frances McNulty Trainor and the late Joseph Trainor. His story of being a survivor began in his early months when, stricken by pneumonia, his...
Brian Craig Johnson
Mar 31, 2025
Brian Craig Johnson, 49, of Mt Pleasant, passed away on March 31, 2025, after a long illness.
He earned his bachelor’s degree from Charleston Southern University (1998) and master’s degree from Furman University (2000), dedicating his career to teaching physical education and coaching cross country and track. Brian was a long-time competitive runner, competing at the NCAA Division I level in...