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Theodore "Ted" Bekich Ridgeland
Theodore “Ted” Bekich, 82, husband of Jean “Pug” Cleland Bekich, died Monday, May 22, 2023 in a Savannah, GA hospital after an extended illness.
Ted was born on April 2, 1941 in Midland, PA to the late Sam Bekich and Sadie Roknich Bekich. He was a 10 year US Marine Corp Veteran having served in Vietnam. After being discharged from the USMC, he served 18 and a half years as a US Navy Seabee. He was also a retired supervisor with Union Camp Corporation.
Ted was a...
Theodore “Ted” Bekich, 82, husband of Jean “Pug” Cleland Bekich, died Monday, May 22, 2023 in a Savannah, GA hospital after an extended illness.
Ted was born on April 2,...
Susan Mikolaitis Bluffton
Susan M Mikolaitis, age 75, of Bluffton, SC passed away on Sunday, May 21, 2023 in her son’s home in Rehoboth Beach, De. She passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family. Susan was born on September 27, 1947 in Chester, Pennsylvania. She grew up in Avondale, Pennsylvania, where she began her career as a hairstylist. Being a hairstylist was her true passion throughout her entire career. She loved making people smile and feel beautiful, both in life and behind her chair. She...
Susan M Mikolaitis, age 75, of Bluffton, SC passed away on Sunday, May 21, 2023 in her son’s home in Rehoboth Beach, De. She passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family. Susan was...
Travis Dowling Bluffton
Travis was born March 5th 1993. Travis passed away in the early morning hours of Sunday May 21st, 2023 at his home with his family. Travis was 30 years old.
Travis was a 4 year Veteran in the US Navy. Travis was loved by many.
His Niece Hayden said her Uncle Travis was Sweet, Kind, Nice and loving. Tyler his Brother says Travis was the greatest Brother ever who always had my back. Travis had an infectious smile and kind eyes, says his Sister Megan.
Gone but never forgotten, Forever...
Travis was born March 5th 1993. Travis passed away in the early morning hours of Sunday May 21st, 2023 at his home with his family. Travis was 30 years old.
Travis was a 4 year Veteran in the US...
James Riehl Bluffton
James T. (Jimmy) Riehl, 67 years old of Bluffton, South Carolina, formerly of Little Ferry, Hackensack, and Maywood, New Jersey, loving Son of the late Frederick Riehl and Philomena (Gambo) Riehl, beloved Son-in-Law of the late Charles Damiano and Mary (Arrabito) Damiano, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on May 21st, 2023 at the age 67. He is survived by his beloved wife of 45 years Maria (Damiano) Riehl, his loving son Anthony Riehl and his wife Heather, his beloved...
James T. (Jimmy) Riehl, 67 years old of Bluffton, South Carolina, formerly of Little Ferry, Hackensack, and Maywood, New Jersey, loving Son of the late Frederick Riehl and Philomena (Gambo) Riehl,...
Mark Larson Bluffton
On May 21, 2023, Mark Allan Larson passed away after a short illness at the age of 74. Mark was born on June 24, 1948 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He was the son of Dr. Owen E Larson and Alice M Larson (née Ulmen).
He grew up in Clintonville and Neenah, Wisconsin. While playing football at Ripon College in Ripon, Wisconsin, he met the love of his life, Linda. Together they lived in the United States and Switzerland and most recently Bluffton, SC (Move #18).
Mark would...
On May 21, 2023, Mark Allan Larson passed away after a short illness at the age of 74. Mark was born on June 24, 1948 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He was the son of Dr. Owen E Larson and Alice M...
Barbara "Bobbie" Mears Midway, Georgia
Barbara “Bobbie” Langford Mears of Midway, GA passed away Friday, May 19, 2023, at Memorial Health Medical Center. She was born February 11, 1939, in Ridgeland, SC to the late Leon and Billie (Smith) Langford. She is preceded in death by her husband Richard R. Mears. Bobbie attended Columbia Women’s College after graduation from Ridgeland High School. She enjoyed gardening, crabbing, fishing, and especially being surrounded by her children, grandchildren,...
Barbara “Bobbie” Langford Mears of Midway, GA passed away Friday, May 19, 2023, at Memorial Health Medical Center. She was born February 11, 1939, in Ridgeland, SC to the late Leon and...
Dean Camenares Bluffton
In the late afternoon on May 17th, 2023, Dean Peter Camenares passed away peacefully in Bluffton, SC. His dearest wife Marie Camenares, and two cherished sons Devin and Christopher were by his side.
Dean was born October 15th 1951 in a Greek household, to Peter Camenares and Stella Alicakos in Brooklyn, NY. After his graduation from Brooklyn high school in 1969, he was accepted to Brooklyn college, and studied psychology. He graduated in 1972.
After college, Dean's passions blossomed....
In the late afternoon on May 17th, 2023, Dean Peter Camenares passed away peacefully in Bluffton, SC. His dearest wife Marie Camenares, and two cherished sons Devin and Christopher were by his...
Emily Anne Butteri Hilton Head Island
Emily Anne Butteri, 93, of Hilton Head, South Carolina, known to family and friends as Anne passed away peacefully on May 17, 2023, at the Friends of Caroline Hospice Cottage in Ridgeland, South Carolina.
Anne was born on the family farm in Boston, Missouri to Harry and Margaret Bouser. After high school she moved west to California to live with her Aunt Ruth and attend nursing school at Los Angeles General Medical Center. After graduating she worked as a Registered Nurse in Yosemite...
Emily Anne Butteri, 93, of Hilton Head, South Carolina, known to family and friends as Anne passed away peacefully on May 17, 2023, at the Friends of Caroline Hospice Cottage in Ridgeland, South...
Sheila Gibbon Hilton Head Island
Sheila Christine Brownlie Gibbon, lyricist, award winning writer and creative director dies at the age of 86. Born in New York, Sheila was the daughter of John Brownlie and Agnes Elizabeth Murdoch Brownlie, both of Scotland.
She passed away peacefully at home in Hilton Head, South Carolina on May 17, 2023 surrounded by her family. She leaves behind her husband and soulmate Tim, daughter Alix Skye Cameron Baer Bacon, and son Tristram Adam Osborne Baer, step-daughters Sarah, Julie, and...
Sheila Christine Brownlie Gibbon, lyricist, award winning writer and creative director dies at the age of 86. Born in New York, Sheila was the daughter of John Brownlie and Agnes Elizabeth Murdoch...
Pamela Kerman Bluffton
Pamela Rose Kerman, 74, of Bluffton, SC, passed away on May 16, 2023. Pam was born Jan. 10, 1949, to Cassia and Harold Hoffman in Brooklyn, New York. She earned her bachelor’s degree in mathematics from State University of New York- New Paltz and her master’s degree in secondary education from Long Island University C.W. Post. Pamela had a passion for teaching and working with people to help them truly learn and grow.
In 1977, Pamela married Elliot Kerman. They moved to...
Pamela Rose Kerman, 74, of Bluffton, SC, passed away on May 16, 2023. Pam was born Jan. 10, 1949, to Cassia and Harold Hoffman in Brooklyn, New York. She earned her bachelor’s degree in...
H. Laurance "Larry" Fuller Spring Island
H. Laurance (Larry) Fuller, age 84, of Spring Island, South Carolina and formerly of Wheaton, Illinois, passed away peacefully on May 15, 2023 at his home surrounded by family. He is survived by his wife of more than 60 years, Nancy Lawrence Fuller, daughters Kathleen Elizabeth Fuller and Laura Christine (Fuller) Bevier, and son Randall Jackson Fuller. He also leaves five grandchildren. He was predeceased by his parents Marlin Randal Fuller and Mary Helen (Ilsley)...
H. Laurance (Larry) Fuller, age 84, of Spring Island, South Carolina and formerly of Wheaton, Illinois, passed away peacefully on May 15, 2023 at his home surrounded by family. He is survived by...
Karen Watson Bluffton
Karen Watson, 77, was born May 24, 1945 in Lockport, New York to the late Leroy Franklin and Shirley Mae Richardson Adams. Karen passed away on May 13, 2023 in the Hilton Head Hospital. Karen is survived by her husband James Watson of 57 years, her daughter Amber George, her son Christopher Watson, and her grandchildren Savannah, Austin Lane, Ashton Watson, Brianna Watson and Landon Watson. Her brothers and sisters William Adams, Janet Gronski, David Adams, Anita Benton, Roy Adams,...
Karen Watson, 77, was born May 24, 1945 in Lockport, New York to the late Leroy Franklin and Shirley Mae Richardson Adams. Karen passed away on May 13, 2023 in the Hilton Head Hospital....
John Dodaro Bluffton
John Dodaro born April 22nd 1936 in Bronx NY His parents were Giovanni and Anna Dodaro. He was one of five siblings.He is survived by his wife Arlene and his sister Rosie and his brother Genie. He has 4 children Diane Surrusco married to Jack , with grandson Matthew . Donna Pivarnik with 2 grandchildren Michael, who is deceased and Paul with great grand children Kelsie and Forrest. Arlene Borek married to Bruce with 2 grandchildren Nicole married to...
John Dodaro born April 22nd 1936 in Bronx NY His parents were Giovanni and Anna Dodaro. He was one of five siblings.He is survived by his wife Arlene and his sister Rosie and his...
Nancy Lee Russell Knorr Beaufort
Nancy Lee Hocker Russell Knorr entered into eternal rest May 11, 2023, with family and her Pruitt Hospice Nurse by her side.
Nancy was born in Philadelphia, PA to Robert and Pauline Hocker. She had a beloved older brother, Robert (Bob) Hocker.
Nancy enjoyed school and often spoke of being a gymnast at Bartram High School in Philadelphia, PA. She enjoyed summers in Wildwood, NJ.Nancy married John Russell in June 1960 and together they had two children, Scott Russell (Mary Kay...
Nancy Lee Hocker Russell Knorr entered into eternal rest May 11, 2023, with family and her Pruitt Hospice Nurse by her side.
Nancy was born in Philadelphia, PA to Robert and Pauline Hocker. ...
Clayton Riegel Bluffton
Clayton C. Riegel of Bluffton, SC passed away peacefully in his home on May 9, 2023, after bravely battling bone cancer. Clayton is survived by his wife, Anita (Louise) nee Cioffi. He was predeceased by his son Jeffrey in 2017. He is also survived by his children, Debbie Widman (Ray), Donna Gaffney, Andrew Riegel and stepson John Vessecchia (Teri), grandchildren Marc Durante (Jeannifer), Ryan Durante (Faina), Jack Widman (Lauren), and Sally Ann Widman. Clay also had 5...
Clayton C. Riegel of Bluffton, SC passed away peacefully in his home on May 9, 2023, after bravely battling bone cancer. Clayton is survived by his wife, Anita (Louise) nee Cioffi. He was...
Veronica "Ronnie" Stolzer Bluffton
Veronica “Ronnie” Thompson Stolzer, 70, of Bluffton, SC and formerly of Lansdale, PA, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, May 7, 2023 after a tough and relentless battle with lung cancer. Ronnie’s courage and love of life was evident during her last weeks of life. Her will to overcome whatever obstacle was thrown in her way solidified her faith, hope, and commitment to her strong belief in God. She is survived by her husband, Tom, of 38 years and her son, Tommy, her...
Veronica “Ronnie” Thompson Stolzer, 70, of Bluffton, SC and formerly of Lansdale, PA, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, May 7, 2023 after a tough and relentless battle with...
Lt. Col. Raymond Collins Hilton Head Island
Born in Roxbury, Connecticut, Lt. Col. Raymond John Collins, age 87 years, died in Greenville, North Carolina on May 7, 2023, in the presence of loving family after a brief illness.
A graduate of Bridgewater Elementary, New Milford High, the University of Connecticut, the University of Cincinnati, he served his country as one of the twelve original Bio-Environmental Engineers in the US Air Force. He later worked as an Industrial Engineer at Mead-Johnson in Evansville, Indiana.
He married...
Born in Roxbury, Connecticut, Lt. Col. Raymond John Collins, age 87 years, died in Greenville, North Carolina on May 7, 2023, in the presence of loving family after a brief illness.
A graduate of...
Doris Dolce Bluffton
Doris Eleanor Moore Dolce of Hilton Head, SC, died on May 7, 2023 at the age of 88. She was born on September 29, 1934 in Riverside Park, NJ to parents Arthur and Estelle (Miller) Moore. After eighth grade, the family moved to Beverly. She attended Burlington High School where she met her future husband, and graduated in 1951 at the age of 16. After high school, she worked at Penn Mutual Life Insurance in Philadelphia before marrying her husband Bob at age 20 in 1955. They were married for...
Doris Eleanor Moore Dolce of Hilton Head, SC, died on May 7, 2023 at the age of 88. She was born on September 29, 1934 in Riverside Park, NJ to parents Arthur and Estelle (Miller) Moore. After...
Mary Hess Bluffton
Mary Therese Hess arrived on June 20, 1953 in Jackson, Michigan to her parents Bob and Rita (Deschaine) Bungart, who proceeded her. Mary was married to Robert (Bud) L. Hess, Jr. for thirty nine years and had three children: Robert (Rob) Hess, III (Brandon) of Bluffton, SC, Christopher Hess (Kelley and Phillip) of Hendersonville, TN and Chelsea Hess of Bluffton, SC. Mary’s greatest pride and achievements were her children, grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.
Mary Hess, 69, of...
Mary Therese Hess arrived on June 20, 1953 in Jackson, Michigan to her parents Bob and Rita (Deschaine) Bungart, who proceeded her. Mary was married to Robert (Bud) L. Hess, Jr. for thirty nine...
Bobby Mendenhall Bluffton
Bobby L. Mendenhall, of Bluffton, SC, passed away on May 4, 2023. He was born October 23, 1947 in Great Falls, SC to Frank Edward and Evelyn Brakefield Mendenhall. He was the youngest of four brothers, and was named after his brother Robert W. Mendenhall who had served and died in WWII in 1945.
He had a thirty-five year career as a golf professional. In 1971, he moved to Hilton Head Island and was one of the first assistant pros at Harbor Town Golf Links, where he met his wife, Stephanie....
Bobby L. Mendenhall, of Bluffton, SC, passed away on May 4, 2023. He was born October 23, 1947 in Great Falls, SC to Frank Edward and Evelyn Brakefield Mendenhall. He was the youngest of four...
Dorothy Nettles Ridgeland
On May 3, 2023, Dorothy Lorine Nettles passed away peacefully at the age of 95. Miss Dot, as she was affectionately known, was born on July 1, 1927 in Saluda county, near the town of Leesville, SC. She was the daughter of Leonard Murray and Juliette Fulmer Hare and was a member of Great Swamp Baptist Church for nearly 70 years. She loved her church and all of its related activities.
When her children were young, it was normal for women to stay home with the children while their...
On May 3, 2023, Dorothy Lorine Nettles passed away peacefully at the age of 95. Miss Dot, as she was affectionately known, was born on July 1, 1927 in Saluda county, near the town of...
Paul Brophy Bluffton
Paul Nicholas Brophy, 70 years old, of Bluffton, South Carolina, passed away on May 3rd, 2023, while doing what he loved most, tinkering around in the garage at his home, a place where he found joy and solace.
Paul, born on September 2nd, 1952, to John and Eileen Brophy, grew up in Freeport, Long Island, with his five siblings. He was a devoted husband to Kathleen Mirin for 38 years and was a loving father to five children, Michael, Ryan, Sean, Colin, and Samantha. He was a cherished...
Paul Nicholas Brophy, 70 years old, of Bluffton, South Carolina, passed away on May 3rd, 2023, while doing what he loved most, tinkering around in the garage at his home, a place where he found...
Vincent Carbone Bluffton
On Tuesday evening, we said goodbye to Vincent Carbone.
There to welcome him home, were his parents, Sylvester Carbone, and Mary (Pagano) Carbone and son-in-law Jay Samuels.
Guardians of his love and legacy include: his loving wife of 68 years, Estelle, Daughters: Mary Samuels, Denise Bier (Tim) and Lisa Ryder (Bobby).
Brother Tom Carbone (Diana).
He was Papa, Pop, and Gramps to: Ashley (Todd), Tara (Brad), Amanda, Adriana, and Sam. And hugged and kissed by the next generation of great...
On Tuesday evening, we said goodbye to Vincent Carbone.
There to welcome him home, were his parents, Sylvester Carbone, and Mary (Pagano) Carbone and son-in-law Jay Samuels.
Guardians of his...
David Graham Bluffton
David Earl Graham, of Detroit, MI and Bluffton, SC, passed away suddenly on April 29, 2023. David was born in Detroit on June 9, 1948 to Claude and Uzelle (White) Graham. He graduated from Wayne State University in 1971 with a BA in Electrical Engineering and later got an MA in English, also from Wayne State University. He worked for the City of Detroit, Public Lighting Division as an engineer for 38 years. Once retired, David and his lifelong partner, Susan Howell, moved...
David Earl Graham, of Detroit, MI and Bluffton, SC, passed away suddenly on April 29, 2023. David was born in Detroit on June 9, 1948 to Claude and Uzelle (White) Graham. He graduated...
Ida Drew Johnson Bluffton
Ida Drew Tanner Johnson, age 94, of Bluffton, SC and widow of Ralph Lee Johnson, passed away on April 29, 2023 at NHC Healthcare Bluffton.
Drew was born on May 27, 1928 to the late Jesse Theodore Tanner and Josie Olee Altman Tanner in Vox, South Carolina.
Drew was a Registered Nurse and a member of the Bluffton United Methodist Church.
Drew is survived by her son, Gregory Lee Johnson of Bluffton; her sister in law, Jean Tanner of Bluffton and two grandchildren.
Drew was predeceased by...
Ida Drew Tanner Johnson, age 94, of Bluffton, SC and widow of Ralph Lee Johnson, passed away on April 29, 2023 at NHC Healthcare Bluffton.
Drew was born on May 27, 1928 to the late Jesse Theodore...
Madeline Amadeo Bluffton
Madeline Rose Bisignani Amadeo passed away peacefully on April 28 at Friends of Caroline in Ridgeland, South Carolina. She was 80.
She was a wonderful mother, grandmother and great-grandmother who was always there when her family needed her. She dedicated her life to caring for her family. Over the years, she enjoyed many hobbies including cake decorating, crafts, crocheting, reading, playing cards (especially with her grandkids), mahjong, and word puzzles. She loved to...
Madeline Rose Bisignani Amadeo passed away peacefully on April 28 at Friends of Caroline in Ridgeland, South Carolina. She was 80.
She was a wonderful mother, grandmother and...
Charles Hess, Sr. Bluffton
It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Charles Emerson Hess, Sr., on April 26, 2023 in Bluffton, SC at the age of 92. He was under Hospice care at NHC.
Charles was born on December 11, 1930 in Baltimore, MD. He was preceded in death by his beloved father William Hess, son Charles Hess Jr., and 6 brothers and sisters. He is survived by his loving wife Marlene, son Barry (Wendy) Hess, 5 grandchildren, Charles “Bucky” (Kelly) Hess, III, Brandy...
It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Charles Emerson Hess, Sr., on April 26, 2023 in Bluffton, SC at the age of 92. He was under Hospice care at NHC.
Charles was born on...
Maryann Mercier Bluffton
Maryann Shepler Mercier passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 25, 2023 at Coastal Carolina Hospital. She had been battling cancer for several months.
Maryann was born March 8, 1939 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, the child of Hazel May Ashton Shepler and Edward Emmel Shepler. Maryann was raised in Dormont, Pennsylvania, a suburb of Pittsburgh and attended Dormont Senior High. She worked as a homemaker, in sales and management, but her true love and passion was cooking and baking. She ran a...
Maryann Shepler Mercier passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 25, 2023 at Coastal Carolina Hospital. She had been battling cancer for several months.
Maryann was born March 8, 1939 in...
Donna Wolin Bluffton
Donna Wolin, 65, of Bluffton, SC passed away Friday, April 21, 2023 at her home.
Donna was a kind and caring soul, passionate artist and friend to all. She was born November 23, 1957 to the late Willard and Nadine Green in Denver, CO, where she grew up. Donna married her late husband, Rob, in 1982 and raised her two boys, Spence and Mitch, in Denver until 1995, spending a short 2 years in Minnesota and settling in Deerfield, IL in 1997. Donna relocated Bluffton in 2022 to pursue her passion...
Donna Wolin, 65, of Bluffton, SC passed away Friday, April 21, 2023 at her home.
Donna was a kind and caring soul, passionate artist and friend to all. She was born November 23, 1957 to the late...
Capt. Ennis Trafton Phillips Jr. Hertford, NC
Capt. Ennis Trafton “Phil” Phillips Jr., widower of Joanne Scott Phillips, ended his earthly journey on April 19, 2023. He was born Aug. 1, 1930, to Lillian Harris and Ennis Phillips Sr., in Hertford, N.C.
Funeral services will be May 11 at 10:30 a.m. at Sauls Funeral Home of Bluffton, preceded by visitation at 9:30 a.m. Burial, with full Marine Corps honor ceremonies, will follow at 2 p.m. at the National Cemetery, Beaufort.
Phil heeded the call of the...
Capt. Ennis Trafton “Phil” Phillips Jr., widower of Joanne Scott Phillips, ended his earthly journey on April 19, 2023. He was born Aug. 1, 1930, to Lillian Harris and Ennis Phillips...
Lester Parry Bluffton
Lester J. Parry
May 4, 1940—April 18, 2023
Lester (Les) J. Parry, 82, of Bluffton, SC passed peacefully April 18, 2023 at home. He was born May 4, 1940 in Canastota, SD. In his youth, Dad was a total jock and played baseball, basketball, and football. He also ran track. His senior year at Canastota High School (1958), their basketball team won the State B Tournament, an event he often spoke of with fond memories. Les went on to graduate from the University of South Dakota with a...
Lester J. Parry
May 4, 1940—April 18, 2023
Lester (Les) J. Parry, 82, of Bluffton, SC passed peacefully April 18, 2023 at home. He was born May 4, 1940 in Canastota, SD. In his youth, Dad...
Bobbie Litton Beaufort
Bobbie Jean Litton of Beaufort South Carolina became an Angel on the 18th of April 2023 at the age of 42. She was surrounded by her family and loved ones at the time of death. The cause of death was due to a nine-month battle with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) and ultimately succumbed to Pneumonia.
She was born in Toccoa, GA. on the 4th of April 1981 and was preceded in death by her father Bobby McConnell. She is survived by...
Bobbie Jean Litton of Beaufort South Carolina became an Angel on the 18th of April 2023 at the age of 42. She was surrounded by her family and loved ones at the...
Arlene Ryan Bluffton
Arlene Ryan, aged 85, of Sun City, passed away peacefully on April 16, 2023 due to complications of cancer. She was surrounded by her adoring family. Arlene's love story with the cherished Robert E. Ryan (Bob) began when they met in Brooklyn, NY at the tender age of 15. Their love only grew stronger over the course of 64 blissful years of marriage, with Arlene often fondly proclaiming that she still felt like a bride.
Arlene is survived by her three devoted children, whom she...
Arlene Ryan, aged 85, of Sun City, passed away peacefully on April 16, 2023 due to complications of cancer. She was surrounded by her adoring family. Arlene's love story with the cherished...
Frank Butteri Hilton Head Island
Frank Joseph Butteri, 90, of Hilton Head, South Carolina, passed away peacefully on April 14, 2023 at the Friends of Caroline Hospice Cottage in Ridgeland, South Carolina.
Frank was born in Kenosha, Wisconsin to Italian immigrants, Peter and Elisa Butteri. The family moved to Italy for a short while before returning to the U.S. prior to World War II. Frank studied Business Administration at the University of Wisconsin and served with the U.S. Army in the Panama Canal Zone. In his younger...
Frank Joseph Butteri, 90, of Hilton Head, South Carolina, passed away peacefully on April 14, 2023 at the Friends of Caroline Hospice Cottage in Ridgeland, South Carolina.
Frank was born in...
Sally "Bess" Philip Hilton Head Island
Sally Jane “Bess” Philip, 84, of Hilton Head Island, SC passed away Thursday, April 13, 2023 at her home.
Bess was a kind and caring soul. She was born May 16, 1938 to the late Wendell Welch and Dorothy Blue Welch in Ford City, PA, where she grew up. Bess went on to pursue nursing at the Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center in New York, where she met the love of her life, Dr. James Philip. They married in 1960. After incredibly fulfilling careers, they moved to Hilton Head...
Sally Jane “Bess” Philip, 84, of Hilton Head Island, SC passed away Thursday, April 13, 2023 at her home.
Bess was a kind and caring soul. She was born May 16, 1938 to the late...
Michael Rotelle, Jr. Bluffton
Michael William Rotelle Jr. of Bluffton, formerly of Lower Gwynedd, PA passed away on Thursday, April 13, 2023.
Michael was born on June 18, 1938, in Norristown, PA to the late Michael William and Mary (nee Russo) Rotelle. Michael graduated from Upper Dublin High School. He worked for the family business, Rotelle, Inc. from the time he was 13 years old until it was acquired by Richfood Inc. in 1995. He continued working as a Grocery and Produce buyer until his retirement in...
Michael William Rotelle Jr. of Bluffton, formerly of Lower Gwynedd, PA passed away on Thursday, April 13, 2023.
Michael was born on June 18, 1938, in Norristown, PA to the late Michael William...
Bernard Kennedy Ridgeland
Bernard Kennedy, age 74, of Ridgeland passed away on April 12, 2023 at St. Joseph’s/ Candler Hospital in Savannah, GA and is survived by his wife, Catherine Kennedy.
Bernard was born on January 25, 1949 in Cincinnati, OH to the late Mr. and Mrs. Edward Kennedy.
Memorial services will be held at 2:00 pm, Thursday, April 20, 2023 at Sauls Funeral Home Chapel, 310 W. Adams St., Ridgeland, SC.
Bernard Kennedy, age 74, of Ridgeland passed away on April 12, 2023 at St. Joseph’s/ Candler Hospital in Savannah, GA and is survived by his wife, Catherine Kennedy.
Bernard was born on...
William Horan, III Bluffton
William Henry Horan, III
October 14, 1944-April 11, 2023
Bluffton, SC
William “Bill” Henry Horan III passed away on April 11, 2023 with his loving wife Suzanne and family at his side. Bill was born on October 14, 1944 to Dr. William Henry Horan Jr. and Virginia Holt Horan in Troy, NY. He attended Albany Academy in Albany, NY (Class of 1963) and then went on to graduate from St. John Fisher College in Rochester, NY in 1968. Bill met his wife Suzanne while attending St. John...
William Henry Horan, III
October 14, 1944-April 11, 2023
Bluffton, SC
William “Bill” Henry Horan III passed away on April 11, 2023 with his loving wife Suzanne and family at his...
Dr. Allan Bennett Bluffton
Dr. Allan Thompson Bennett, 56, joined his loved ones in heaven on April 11, 2023. Allan was born on August 16, 1966 in Columbia, South Carolina to Norma Thompson Bennett and Dr. William Paul Bennett Sr.
Allan was a third generation physician, following in the footsteps of his grandfather Dr. James Allan Bennett and his father, Dr. William Paul Bennett...
Dr. Allan Thompson Bennett, 56, joined his loved ones in heaven on April 11, 2023. Allan was born on August 16, 1966 in Columbia,...
Robert Wilund Bluffton
Robert Lee Wilund
Bob Wilund and Pat Pautsch had their first date on November 9, 1954, and became high school sweethearts. Bob soon started setting aside $8 per week from odd jobs he took up in high school to save up for a modest diamond engagement ring. They married on December 28, 1957.
The story of the ring has been dramatic, from its humble beginnings to a series of trial and tribulations most rings would not have survived. Thirty years after their engagement, the diamond took a...
Robert Lee Wilund
Bob Wilund and Pat Pautsch had their first date on November 9, 1954, and became high school sweethearts. Bob soon started setting aside $8 per week from odd jobs he took up in...
Marion Carter Bluffton
Marion Eugene Carter, 71, passed away at Hilton Head Hospital, Friday, April 7th. Born January 14th, 1952, Marion spent his childhood and most of his working life at Hilton Head. As a child, his grandparents, Inez & Grover Shealy helped raise Marion. He loved to go with his grandfather and uncle to set rabbit traps and then go back in the afternoon to check them, to see if they had caught anything. He also loved to fish. After high school he ventured out and for about 10 years,...
Marion Eugene Carter, 71, passed away at Hilton Head Hospital, Friday, April 7th. Born January 14th, 1952, Marion spent his childhood and most of his working life at Hilton Head. As a child,...
Wayne Oestriech Bluffton
Bluffton, SC – Wayne Leland Oestreich 87, passed away on April 6, 2023.
Wayne was born in Grand Rapids, Wisconsin on July 6, 1935, the son of Leland W. Oestreich and Irene Emily Schacht.
Wayne worked 39 years for Citgo Petroleum. He had various positions in the sales and marketing division. Wayne was Citgo’s Man of the Year two times, along with many other sales awards during his career. Upon moving to South Carolina, Wayne was working with Del Web Sun City showing and...
Bluffton, SC – Wayne Leland Oestreich 87, passed away on April 6, 2023.
Wayne was born in Grand Rapids, Wisconsin on July 6, 1935, the son of Leland W. Oestreich and Irene Emily...
John McGrath Bluffton
John J. McGrath of Bluffton, SC passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family on April 4, 2023. A memorial mass and celebration of life will be held at Saint Gregory the Great Catholic Church in Bluffton in the coming weeks.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in John’s memory to the Melanoma Research Alliance. As the largest non-profit funder of melanoma research, MRA has dedicated $143 million to date in support of the fight against Melanoma.
Mass: 10:30 AM;...
John J. McGrath of Bluffton, SC passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family on April 4, 2023. A memorial mass and celebration of life will be held at Saint Gregory the Great Catholic Church...
Robert "Bob" Bosselman Bluffton
Robert “Bob” Bosselman, born June 23, 1940, left us on April 3, 2023. Bob lived a long and full life, and touched many hearts as a kind, caring and gentle soul. A loving husband to Rita for 50 years, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, he was a loyal and wonderful friend with a great zest for life and a true appreciation for all it offered. Bob will always be remembered for his infectious smile, great sense of humor and affectionate hugs. He was...
Robert “Bob” Bosselman, born June 23, 1940, left us on April 3, 2023. Bob lived a long and full life, and touched many hearts as a kind, caring and gentle soul. A loving...
Tracy Mickel Bluffton
Tracy Denise Mickel: died on April 3, 2023. Daughter of the late Richard Mickel and Linda Solon Mickel. Survived by her siblings and nieces and nephew.
Tracy Denise Mickel: died on April 3, 2023. Daughter of the late Richard Mickel and Linda Solon Mickel. Survived by her siblings and nieces and nephew.
Francis "Mick" McLeod, III Bluffton
Francis Lloyd McLeod III (Mick) passed away on April 1, 2023 in his Bluffton home. Mick led a wonderful life with his wife, Gail, children, Christopher, Allison and Caroline, brother Tommy, mother Barbara and great grandchildren Savannah & Haley.
After serving in the Navy for four years with an honorable discharge, he began his career in the food service Industry. For the next 35+ years he was employed by several companies as a food service manager, district manager,...
Francis Lloyd McLeod III (Mick) passed away on April 1, 2023 in his Bluffton home. Mick led a wonderful life with his wife, Gail, children, Christopher, Allison and Caroline, brother Tommy,...
Jeffrey Berman Hilton Head Island
Jeffrey Berman passed away on March 31, 2023 after a long battle with Parkinson’s disease. In spite of health issues and chronic pain, Jeff lived a full life and gave joy to his family and friends. Jeff was raised in Rochester, New York. He went to college in Albany, NY where he met his future wife, Diane. After college graduation, they moved to Houston for 10 years, and then to Maryland where Jeff took a job with KPMG, one of the big 4 accounting firms. ...
Jeffrey Berman passed away on March 31, 2023 after a long battle with Parkinson’s disease. In spite of health issues and chronic pain, Jeff lived a full life and gave joy to his family...
Raymond Boyles, Sr. Tillman
Raymond Andrew Boyles, Sr.
1934-2023
Raymond Andrew Boyles, Sr., 89, originally from Tillman, South Carolina, passed away to be with the Lord on Friday, March 31, 2023, at 5:45 am.
Raymond was born March 13, 1934, in Tillman, South Carolina, to the late William and Maude Sally Boyles. He was raised in Tillman where he did most of his schooling. He went on to work at Union Camp International Paper in Savannah, Georgia, for 39 years until his retirement. During this time,...
Raymond Andrew Boyles, Sr.
1934-2023
Raymond Andrew Boyles, Sr., 89, originally from Tillman, South Carolina, passed away to be with the Lord on Friday, March 31, 2023, at 5:45 am.
Raymond was...
Amanda Douglass Bluffton
Amanda Douglass passed away at the young age of 43 after a long battle with breast cancer. Her husband and son were with her when she passed.
Amanda was born on May 30, 1979 in East Liverpool, Ohio to Douglas and Marcia (Payne) Woodyard. She grew up in East Liverpool and Salem, Ohio. She graduated from Salem High School in 1997 before earning a degree in 2000 from Kent State (Salem Campus).
She moved to Bluffton, SC in 2001 to pursue her career at Hilton Head Hospital as a...
Amanda Douglass passed away at the young age of 43 after a long battle with breast cancer. Her husband and son were with her when she passed.
Amanda was born on May 30, 1979 in East...
John Creager Bluffton
John Edward Creager passed away at the age of 75 from pneumonia on March 29, 2023. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Beth Ellen Purdy Creager and their two dogs – Robby and Diamond. He was preceded in death by his parents, Delmar Edward Creager and Betty Eileen Martin Creager of Winchester, VA. His son, David Scott Creager, lost his life at the age of 19 in Ohio. Surviving John are his wife, Beth Ellen Purdy Creager, his sister, Janet Creager Alger (Fred) and his brother, David...
John Edward Creager passed away at the age of 75 from pneumonia on March 29, 2023. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Beth Ellen Purdy Creager and their two dogs – Robby and Diamond. He...
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