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Brian McBride Bluffton
Brian McBride (61) of Sun City, Bluffton, SC, and formerly of Rego Park, Queens NY passed peacefully in his home February 2, 2023.
Brian was the son of the late Donald and Jeannine McBride and has also joined his son Michael and siblings Donald, Tommy, Loretta, Debbie and Jeannine in Heaven. Brian is survived by his daughter Meghan, Granddaughter (Arianna), and sister Elissa (Jimmy). Brian was an amazing Uncle to Donald, Richard, Thomas, Lea and Breezy; Jacqui (Mark;...
Brian McBride (61) of Sun City, Bluffton, SC, and formerly of Rego Park, Queens NY passed peacefully in his home February 2, 2023.
Brian was the son of the late Donald and Jeannine McBride...
Corwin Carson Hilton Head Island
Corwin Keith Carson, 48, of Hilton Head Island, SC passed away Wednesday, February 1, 2023 at his home.
Corwin was born June 3, 1974 in Falls Church, VA to Keith Carson and Denise Wilkinson Carson. He was Vice President of Infrastructure Engineering with FiServ.
Corwin is survived by his wife, Terisha Tatter of Hilton Head Island; son, Ethan Xander Carson of Hilton Head Island; parents, Keith and Denise Carson of Cary, NC; sister, Jeanne-Marie Carson of Durham, NC; and his four-legged...
Corwin Keith Carson, 48, of Hilton Head Island, SC passed away Wednesday, February 1, 2023 at his home.
Corwin was born June 3, 1974 in Falls Church, VA to Keith Carson and Denise Wilkinson...
Deborah Archer Hilton Head Sun City
Deborah Ann Archer (68) left this world to go to her Heavenly home on February 1, 2023.
She lost her battle with cancer, which had been diagnosed just the year before. She and her husband Ronald Archer had just moved to Hilton Head Sun City, South Carolina in 2022.
Debi was born in Louisville, KY where she married Ronald Thomas Archer at age 19. They have 3 children: Jennifer Brown (Scott), Wesley Archer, and Megan Kuhl (Ben). They also have four grandchildren: Caroline (Jennifer), Ruby,...
Deborah Ann Archer (68) left this world to go to her Heavenly home on February 1, 2023.
She lost her battle with cancer, which had been diagnosed just the year before. She and her husband Ronald...
Addie Tuten Estill
Addie Mae Long Tuten, 91, of Estill, SC passed away Tuesday, January 31, 2023 at her home.
Addie Mae was born April 3, 1931 in Furman, SC to the late Woodford Grady Long and Hannah Rebecca Wooten Long. She worked many years as an IT person for Dr. Harrison Peoples. She was a member of Steep Bottom Baptist Church, where she enjoyed playing the piano for Sunday morning services. Addie Mae also enjoyed tending to her garden and crocheting. She was known for her cooking, especially her...
Addie Mae Long Tuten, 91, of Estill, SC passed away Tuesday, January 31, 2023 at her home.
Addie Mae was born April 3, 1931 in Furman, SC to the late Woodford Grady Long and Hannah Rebecca Wooten...
Shirley Abolafia Bluffton
Shirley M. Abolafia, 96, of Okatie, SC passed away Tuesday, January 31, 2023 at Caroline’s Cottage Hospice House.
Shirley was born January 30, 1927 in Bronx, NY to the late Abraham and Gertrude Kaplan. She was an avid reader and enjoyed playing Canasta and Mahjong.
Shirley is survived by her son, Allan Abolafia (Susan) of Bluffton, SC; grandsons, Daniel Abolafia (Margaret) of Breinigsville, PA, Aaron Abolafia of Poughkeepsie, NY, and Michael Abolafia (Amy) of Narberth, PA; and...
Shirley M. Abolafia, 96, of Okatie, SC passed away Tuesday, January 31, 2023 at Caroline’s Cottage Hospice House.
Shirley was born January 30, 1927 in Bronx, NY to the late Abraham and...
Joseph Moss Ridgeland
Joe could often be seen on his morning walks, where he would stop and salute the flag. He enjoyed chatting with everyone along the way. He frequently sat on the porch watching the birds and listening to audio books. He also loved a glass of wine or his favorite margarita.
Football was Joe’s life. He played basketball and football in high school but his career solidified when he played football at the University of Maryland. The team won the 1952 Sugar Bowl against the number 1 team,...
Joe could often be seen on his morning walks, where he would stop and salute the flag. He enjoyed chatting with everyone along the way. He frequently sat on the porch watching the birds and...
William Box, Jr. Bluffton
William (Bill) Henry Box Jr.
January 30, 2023
William Box was born on Oct. 28 1942 to Ella and William Box Sr of Bethlehem CT. Bill was one of Five children(Caroline, Ronald, Betty, William and Doris).
Bill Went to Woodbury High School.Over the years Bill took many classes such as Welding, Electrical, Handyman, and Photography.Bill always loved photography which he became very active with upon retirement in SC.Bill had many photos published in SC newspapers, magazines...
William (Bill) Henry Box Jr.
January 30, 2023
William Box was born on Oct. 28 1942 to Ella and William Box Sr of Bethlehem CT. Bill was one of Five children(Caroline, Ronald,...
Thomas Golden Bluffton
Thomas E. Golden, 66, of Bluffton, SC passed away Monday, January 30, 2023 at his home.
Thomas was born January 5, 1957 in Elmira, NY to Beatrice Niemi Golden and the late Theodore Lee Golden. Tom spent much of his life in Schuyler County, NY graduating from Horseheads Senior High School with the Class of 1975 and further attending Corning Community College in the nursing program. He called Watkins Glen, NY his hometown before moving to the Lowcountry of South Carolina in 1999. Tom was a...
Thomas E. Golden, 66, of Bluffton, SC passed away Monday, January 30, 2023 at his home.
Thomas was born January 5, 1957 in Elmira, NY to Beatrice Niemi Golden and the late Theodore Lee Golden....
Melvin Klein Bluffton
Melvin Klein passed peacefully January 29th with his loving family around him. He is survived by his wife of 67 years Sandy Klein, his children Marjie Seras, husband Howie, Patty DeMaria, husband David, Richard Klein, partner Theresa Sladek and his grandchildren Lindsay DeMaria, Jake DeMaria, Carolyn Seras, Marc Seras, Hannah Klein and Levi Klein.
Mel loved sports as a participant and spectator. A lifelong tennis player, he was keenly competitive and amassed numerous tennis trophies which...
Melvin Klein passed peacefully January 29th with his loving family around him. He is survived by his wife of 67 years Sandy Klein, his children Marjie Seras, husband Howie, Patty DeMaria, husband...
Stephen Begley Bluffton
Stephen John Begley left this world suddenly on January 28th, 2023 at the age of sixty-six. He will be missed by many and always hold a place in our hearts. Steve will be remembered for his humor, his ability to bring a room together, and his devotion to his wife Lora. He enjoyed his life in South Carolina, playing golf and having a glass of vodka on Friday nights. Friends and family will remember him for generously sharing his time, talents, and treasures with others; his positive attitude...
Stephen John Begley left this world suddenly on January 28th, 2023 at the age of sixty-six. He will be missed by many and always hold a place in our hearts. Steve will be remembered for his humor,...
Joseph Gundermann Jr. Bluffton
Joseph Albert Gundermann
August 12, 1933 - January 26, 2023
Joseph Gundermann, 89, of Bluffton. SC passed away Thursday, January 26, 2023 at home with family by his side. Joe was born August 12, 1933 in Brooklyn, NY. To the late Joseph Gundermann, Sr and Rosemary Brascher Gundermann.
Joe graduated from Chaminade High School in Garden City, Long Island, NY and went to Siena College on a basketball scholarship. Nicknamed ‘Gundy’ by his teammates, he captained their...
Joseph Albert Gundermann
August 12, 1933 - January 26, 2023
Joseph Gundermann, 89, of Bluffton. SC passed away Thursday, January 26, 2023 at home with family by his side. Joe was born...
Robert Barry Bluffton
Robert Joseph Barry, 87, of Bluffton, SC passed away Sunday, January 22, 2023 at Caroline’s Cottage Hospice House.
Robert was born July 17, 1935 in Astoria, Queens, NY to the late Richard Paul Barry and Veronica Coyle Barry.
Robert is survived by his wife, Gloria of Bluffton; son, Jeffrey L. Barry (Susan) of Bluffton; daughter, Lisa Ann Barry of East Northport, NY; and grandchildren, Jessica, Nicholas, and Danielle.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Friends of...
Robert Joseph Barry, 87, of Bluffton, SC passed away Sunday, January 22, 2023 at Caroline’s Cottage Hospice House.
Robert was born July 17, 1935 in Astoria, Queens, NY to the late Richard...
Barbara Sinnott Hilton Head Island
Barbara T. Sinnott, 91, of Hilton Head Island, SC, formerly of Ossining, NY, died January 20th 2023. Born in Worcester, MA, she was the daughter of the late Francis D. Tattan Sr. and Gertrude C. Tattan.
Barbara graduated from St. Peter’s High School in Worcester, MA, and Simmons College in Boston, and then went on to get her Master’s degree in education. She taught special education for over 25 years at the Putnam | Northern Westchester BOCES campus in Yorktown, NY. She enjoyed...
Barbara T. Sinnott, 91, of Hilton Head Island, SC, formerly of Ossining, NY, died January 20th 2023. Born in Worcester, MA, she was the daughter of the late Francis D. Tattan Sr. and Gertrude C....
Brendan Ryan Bluffton
Brendan Randy Ryan
March 11, 1991 – January 18, 2023
Brendan Randy Ryan, 31, of Bluffton, SC, sadly left us on January 18, 2023 following a brief illness.
Brendan attended Bluffton High School and joined the Army National Guard shortly after completing his education. Brendan was active military for seven years. Brendan was a Pittsburgh Steelers fan and enjoyed playing competitive pool. Brendan’s friends were an important part of his life and his happiest...
Brendan Randy Ryan
March 11, 1991 – January 18, 2023
Brendan Randy Ryan, 31, of Bluffton, SC, sadly left us on January 18, 2023 following a brief illness.
Brendan attended Bluffton...
Rita Carpenter Bluffton
Beloved Mother and Grandmother, Rita Frattali Carpenter of Bluffton, South Carolina passed away on January 17, 2023. She is preceded in death by her husband Dr. August Frattali and by her daughter Dr. Carol Frattali.
She is survived by her children Mary (and Curt) Harris of Bluffton, South Carolina; August (and Anne-Marie) Frattali of Ashburn, Virginia; Dr. Mark (and Denise) Frattali of Shavertown, Pennsylvania; Gina (and Dr. Harvey) Sherman of Potomac, Maryland; and Son-in-law Dr. Michael...
Beloved Mother and Grandmother, Rita Frattali Carpenter of Bluffton, South Carolina passed away on January 17, 2023. She is preceded in death by her husband Dr. August Frattali and by her daughter...
Gary Peal Sr. Bluffton, SC
Gary Douglas Peal, Sr, passed away early Monday morning. January 16, 2023, in Bluffton, SC.
Born in Lake Charles, Louisiana on January 16, 1936 to Jesse and Susie (Dodson) Peal, he was raised in Corpus Christi, Texas.
Gary enlisted in the US Army and left Texas, serving at Fort Hancock on Sandy Hook, Monmouth County, New Jersey, where he met Anita Perrone in nearby Highlands, NJ. They were married on January 7, 1956 and welcomed their three children Diana, Suann, and Gary Jr., to their...
Gary Douglas Peal, Sr, passed away early Monday morning. January 16, 2023, in Bluffton, SC.
Born in Lake Charles, Louisiana on January 16, 1936 to Jesse and Susie (Dodson) Peal, he was raised in...
Catherine Battista Bluffton
Catherine R. Battista, 95, of Bluffton, SC passed away Monday, January 16, 2023 at her home.
Catherine was born February 7, 1927 in Italy to the late Carmen Tigani and Rosaria Federico Tigani. A talented florist, she owned The Flower Cart in Kane, PA. She was known for her big heart, her kind nature, and her impeccable singing voice. She attended St. Gregory the Great Catholic Church.
Catherine is survived by her son, Jim Battista (Xiao Jie Liu) of Bluffton; daughter, Rose Marie Krauss of...
Catherine R. Battista, 95, of Bluffton, SC passed away Monday, January 16, 2023 at her home.
Catherine was born February 7, 1927 in Italy to the late Carmen Tigani and Rosaria Federico Tigani. A...
Jessee Williams Ridgeland
Jessee Miles Williams, born on June 22, 1968 to Roy Miles Williams, Sr. and Barbara Annice Crosby in Hampton County. He left this world to be with his Lord and Savior on January 16th, 2023 at 54 years old. He fought a hard battle with pancreatic cancer and had complications in the end. He had accepted Jesus as his Savior and was baptized. He had such a deep love of family and fishing. If you couldn’t find him, you could guarantee he was on the river. He made his living as a tree...
Jessee Miles Williams, born on June 22, 1968 to Roy Miles Williams, Sr. and Barbara Annice Crosby in Hampton County. He left this world to be with his Lord and Savior on January 16th, 2023 at 54...
Dennis Westphal Bluffton
Dennis Frank Westphal passed away on January 16, 2023 at the age of 86 in his new hometown of Bluffton, South Carolina. He battled serious medical issues in recent years but showed fortitude in facing life’s challenges with humor and positivity.
He was the proud member of the US Marine Corps, worked in Public Relations for Clark & Co in Boston, was a member of the Boston Athletics Association, Elite host for the John Hancock’s Boston Marathon, Director of the Freedom Trail...
Dennis Frank Westphal passed away on January 16, 2023 at the age of 86 in his new hometown of Bluffton, South Carolina. He battled serious medical issues in recent years but showed fortitude in...
Dinnia Sprouse Ridgeland
Dinnia (Dana) T. Sprouse, born on November 7th,1948 passed away on January 16th, 2023 after a fierce battle with cancer. Dana lived most of her life in The Greenville area of South Carolina. 1989 brought her and her family to the lowcountry where she happily remained until her passing. She was a devoted wife who supported her husbands passion for coaching high school football. Dana was a caring mother who never failed to do any and everything to help her three children when they needed...
Dinnia (Dana) T. Sprouse, born on November 7th,1948 passed away on January 16th, 2023 after a fierce battle with cancer. Dana lived most of her life in The Greenville area of South Carolina....
Linda Zipes Bluffton
Linda J. Zipes, age 82, of Bluffton (Sun City,) South Carolina, passed away peacefully on January 14, 2023, surrounded by her family. Linda was born in Portsmouth, Ohio and graduated from Ohio University with a degree in Education. She enjoyed working as a substitute teacher for many years.
Linda and Mike began their life together in New York and relocated to many other states before residing in Sun City in 2005.. Linda is survived by her husband, Mike, to whom she...
Linda J. Zipes, age 82, of Bluffton (Sun City,) South Carolina, passed away peacefully on January 14, 2023, surrounded by her family. Linda was born in Portsmouth, Ohio and graduated from...
Norma Kuller Bluffton
Our wonderful, loving mom, Norma Signe Kuller, 95, of Bluffton, SC, passed on to new life at home with her family, the morning of January 14, 2023. Norma was born on November 29, 1927 in the Bronx, NY to Harry and Signe Johnson. She and her husband, John Kuller, moved to Rowayton, CT, where she enjoyed many wonderful friends. She was an Executive Assistant at Union Capital Services of Union Trust Corporation for many years, retiring to Sun City Hilton Head, SC where she lived for almost 20...
Our wonderful, loving mom, Norma Signe Kuller, 95, of Bluffton, SC, passed on to new life at home with her family, the morning of January 14, 2023. Norma was born on November 29, 1927 in the...
Arlaine Bolden Ridgeland
Daughter of the late Claretha B. Graham and Mr. Ernest Pinckney (Maryland), Arlaine Elaine Battiste-Bolden was born on October 25, 1953 in Ridgeland, SC. Ms. Arlaine, was educated in the Jasper County School System. She graduated from Ridgeland High School, Class of 1971.
Ms. Arlaine, 69 years old, of Ridgeland, South Carolina, passed away at her residence on Friday among love ones.
Ms. Arlaine loved worshiping the Lord. When Ms. Arlaine was younger, she joined New Zion Baptist Church,...
Daughter of the late Claretha B. Graham and Mr. Ernest Pinckney (Maryland), Arlaine Elaine Battiste-Bolden was born on October 25, 1953 in Ridgeland, SC. Ms. Arlaine, was educated in the Jasper...
John Crockett, Sr. Sun City Hilton Head
There are a rare few who will forever remain in our hearts and minds. To all of us who were blessed to know him; such a man was John Crockett. Loving husband, amazing Dad & Pop Pop and a TRUE friend you could always count on. Always Positive and Always Kind. John passed away after a long battle with cancer on January 13, 2023.
John was born in Ridley Park, PA, son of the late, John and Marie (McHenry) Crockett. He had one brother, Ronald Crockett, previously...
There are a rare few who will forever remain in our hearts and minds. To all of us who were blessed to know him; such a man was John Crockett. Loving husband, amazing Dad & Pop Pop and a...
Debra Hayes Hardeeville
Debra Hayes, 62, of Hardeeville, SC, wife of Theodore G. Hayes, passed away January 12, 2023 at the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston.
Debra was born June 24, 1960 in Jasper, AL to the late Dan Johnson and Juanita Able Johnson. She was the owner and operator of Crazy Joe’s Fireworks and a member of Red Dam Baptist Church. There was nothing she loved more than spending time with her grandchildren.
In addition to her husband, Debra is survived by her sons, Joseph Hayes...
Debra Hayes, 62, of Hardeeville, SC, wife of Theodore G. Hayes, passed away January 12, 2023 at the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston.
Debra was born June 24, 1960 in Jasper, AL...
Paula Martin Bluffton
Paula Martin, 87, of Bluffton, SC passed away Wednesday, January 11, 2023 at NHC of Bluffton.
Paula was born June 8, 1935 in Washington, DC to the late Paul Frederick and Dorothy Boyle Frederick. She was the owner of First Place Healthcare and a member of Saint Gregory the Great Catholic Church.
Paula is survived by her daughter, Anita Marie Podgurski (David Jordan) of Bluffton and her faithful four-legged companion, Patches. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ryder Andrew Martin...
Paula Martin, 87, of Bluffton, SC passed away Wednesday, January 11, 2023 at NHC of Bluffton.
Paula was born June 8, 1935 in Washington, DC to the late Paul Frederick and Dorothy Boyle Frederick....
Robert Thun Hilton Head Island
Robert Donald Thun was born March 29, 1936 in Nutley, N.J. to Rose and Otto Thun. He died on January 11, 2023.
Bob graduated from Upsala College and received his MBA from Rutgers University. He was a Chartered Financial Analyst. He worked at Dean Witter in NYC as an oil and gas analyst and later in institutional sales. Then he moved to Atlanta and worked as SVP of institutional Sales at Robinson Humphrey.
Bob enjoyed sailing, sports, gardening, and history, and...
Robert Donald Thun was born March 29, 1936 in Nutley, N.J. to Rose and Otto Thun. He died on January 11, 2023.
Bob graduated from Upsala College and received his MBA from Rutgers...
Ronald Williams Bluffton
Ronald H. Williams, 79, passed peacefully on January 9th, 2023 after an inspiring battle with pancreatic cancer. His final journey was lived with a smile and the same determination to be a light for others that made him an amazing husband, father, and member of the community. He would tell everyone to enjoy every day as if it would be your last, to think positive, and to always focus on making happy memories with your families and friends as often as you can. He lived by that statement every...
Ronald H. Williams, 79, passed peacefully on January 9th, 2023 after an inspiring battle with pancreatic cancer. His final journey was lived with a smile and the same determination to be a light...
Francis "Trevor" Shattuck Bluffton
Francis Trevor Shattuck Sr. (Trevor), 82, of Ladson, SC, passed away peacefully on the morning of January 7, 2023. Trevor was born in Melbourne, Australia in 1940 and came to United States in 1945. His parents Walter Freeman Shattuck and Ursula Shattuck predeceased him. He was a beloved husband, father, grand-father and great grandfather and he will be missed terribly.
Trevor worked for the post office for 36 years and retired in 1998. He had a great wit and...
Francis Trevor Shattuck Sr. (Trevor), 82, of Ladson, SC, passed away peacefully on the morning of January 7, 2023. Trevor was born in Melbourne, Australia in 1940 and came to United States in...
Ronald Timblin Sr. Bluffton
Ronald W. Timblin Sr. passed quietly in his sleep on January 5, 2023. He was born in Akron, Ohio on December 11, 1938. Ron is survived by his wife, Linda of 62 years, his two sons and daughters-in-law Ron and Karen Timblin Jr., and Bob and Bonnie Timblin, and three loved grandchildren, Chloe, Brandon, and Shannon. He is also survived by his two sisters, Patricia Timblin and Jacqueline Knight and their families. He joins his parents Russell and Vivian Timblin in heaven.
One year...
Ronald W. Timblin Sr. passed quietly in his sleep on January 5, 2023. He was born in Akron, Ohio on December 11, 1938. Ron is survived by his wife, Linda of 62 years, his two sons and...
Rudolf Devich Bluffton
Rudolf Devich, age 88, passed away at his home on January 3, 2023 with his beloved family by his side.
Rudy was born in Sukošan, Croatia on May 11, 1934 to the late Frane Devich and Gilda Benich Devich. He emigrated (aka jumped ship) to Albany, NY on March 30, 1954. The authorities were unsuccessful in finding him and he eventually became a naturalized citizen of the US.
Over the years he had many professions ranging from ski instructor, model, used car salesman, and...
Rudolf Devich, age 88, passed away at his home on January 3, 2023 with his beloved family by his side.
Rudy was born in Sukošan, Croatia on May 11, 1934 to the late Frane Devich and Gilda...
Joseph Reardon, Jr. Bluffton
Joseph Michael Reardon, Jr. 58, passed away on January 3, 2023 at Coastal Carolina Hospital in Bluffton, SC.
Joseph was born on February 15, 1964 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Joseph is preceded in death by his parents, Sandra Meehan Reardon and Joseph Michael Reardon, his brother John Reardon and his sister, Jennifer Reardon. Joseph is survived by his sisters, Jacqueline Reardon, Stephanie Reardon Griffin and Kimberley Reardon, his brothers, James Reardon, and Terrance Reardon, his...
Joseph Michael Reardon, Jr. 58, passed away on January 3, 2023 at Coastal Carolina Hospital in Bluffton, SC.
Joseph was born on February 15, 1964 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Joseph is...
Donald Pinckney Ridgeland
Donald Porcher Pinckney, age 88, passed away at his home on December 31, 2022 surrounded by his beloved family.
Donnie was born in Beaufort County on March 31, 1934 to the late William and Mae Rivers Pinckney. He served eight years in the United States Coast Guard and his proudest 37 years were spent as Captain with the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources. During this time, Donnie was instrumental in teaching the younger generation his philosophy by saying to them...
Donald Porcher Pinckney, age 88, passed away at his home on December 31, 2022 surrounded by his beloved family.
Donnie was born in Beaufort County on March 31, 1934 to the late William and Mae...
William King Hilton Head Island
William Todd King went to be with his lord and savior January 1, 2023, In Hilton Head, South Carolina. Todd was born in Raleigh, North Carolina on January 12, 1968 and was preceded in death by his father Thomas Alfonza King Sr, mother Marie Lorbacher King, and his brother Thomas King Jr. Todd is survived by his brother Timothy King (Joy) of Apex, his sister Michelle King of Benson, niece Heather Evans (Adam), niece Destiny Jernigan (Adam) and many other close family and friends.
Todd...
William Todd King went to be with his lord and savior January 1, 2023, In Hilton Head, South Carolina. Todd was born in Raleigh, North Carolina on January 12, 1968 and was preceded in death by his...
Brett Badgett Ridgeland
Brett Smith Badgett died on December 30, 2022. Brett was born in Baltimore, Maryland on November 10, 1958 to Joseph F. Badgett and Peggy Badgett. He grew up with his two sisters in Beaufort, South Carolina and has many dear friends there. In 1978 he met Catherine Taylor. They have been partners in life and best friends ever since. They were married in 1989.
Brett began his working life with his Dad at Utilities Construction Company. He later worked...
Brett Smith Badgett died on December 30, 2022. Brett was born in Baltimore, Maryland on November 10, 1958 to Joseph F. Badgett and Peggy Badgett. He grew up with his two sisters...
Ralph James Hilton Head Island
LTC RALPH JAMES, USA, RET.
Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
8-8-1927 - - 12-29-2022
Ralph was born in Chicago and grew up in Rockford, Illinois.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Fred and Daisy James; brother Terry James and sisters Joan Cancelose and Diane Nelson. He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Bonnie; Daughter Jennifer (Jamie) Lundberg (Paul) and grandchildren: Bryan, Katherine, Savannah and Xavier.
Ralph left high school to join the Navy and served on a...
LTC RALPH JAMES, USA, RET.
Hilton Head Island, South Carolina
8-8-1927 - - 12-29-2022
Ralph was born in Chicago and grew up in Rockford, Illinois.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Fred...
Robert Braden, Jr. Hilton Head Island
Robert Edward Braden Jr., 77, of Hilton Head Island, SC, passed away on December 28, 2022. Robert, lovingly known as Bob, was born to Robert and Ruby Braden on October 19, 1945, in Charleston, WV. He proudly served in the Air Force during Vietnam. He received his MS in Physics from WVU. He discovered quickly that his incredible intellect and insatiable drive made him a natural born leader in business. He loved education, music, football and a great challenge. He...
Robert Edward Braden Jr., 77, of Hilton Head Island, SC, passed away on December 28, 2022. Robert, lovingly known as Bob, was born to Robert and Ruby Braden on October 19, 1945, in...
Irene Everingham Bluffton
Irene Everingham 86, of Bluffton SC, passed away on December 27th unexpectedly.
Irene was born on April 22, 1936 to Helen and Welty Frye in Crabtree, PA. After growing up on an active dairy farm Irene left her quiet country life and ventured to the big city to attend The Art Institute of Pittsburgh and pursue her love of art. For the shy country girl that she was this was a huge adventure. After graduating art school, Irene accepted a position at Gimbels department store...
Irene Everingham 86, of Bluffton SC, passed away on December 27th unexpectedly.
Irene was born on April 22, 1936 to Helen and Welty Frye in Crabtree, PA. After growing up on an active...
Douglas Pedrotty Bluffton
Douglas Gilbert Pedrotty died on Monday, December 26, 2022, in Hilton Head, SC, at the age of 80. His quiet, open, gentle presence will be missed by all who knew him. Doug was born in Massillon, OH, on March 19, 1942, to Gilbert Louis Pedrotty and Ruth Marie Pedrotty. He grew up with his three sisters in Massillon, where he attended St. Joseph’s Elementary School and Central Catholic High School. He met Judith Carol Lamiell at Central Catholic, and for their first date asked her to the...
Douglas Gilbert Pedrotty died on Monday, December 26, 2022, in Hilton Head, SC, at the age of 80. His quiet, open, gentle presence will be missed by all who knew him. Doug was born in Massillon,...
Lloyd Harrell Okatie
Lloyd T. Harrell, Sr. passed away on Christmas Day in Okatie Pines, South Carolina. He was 96. Born on September 8, 1926 in National Gardens, Florida to David Etheridge and the former Louise Morris, he was one of 4 children. At the age of 16, Lloyd left high school, and volunteered for military service during World War II. He entered the Navy in 1943. During his military career, Lloyd fought at Iwo Jima, twice landing with his unit on an LST. He received a Purple Heart for...
Lloyd T. Harrell, Sr. passed away on Christmas Day in Okatie Pines, South Carolina. He was 96. Born on September 8, 1926 in National Gardens, Florida to David Etheridge and the former Louise...
Anna Marie Bertrand Hardeeville
Anna Marie Bertrand, born on August 21, 1967, passed away at age 55 on December 20, 2022.
She is survived by her husband of 29 years Richard Bertrand and three children: Dominic (28), Angelina (25) and Annalise (22). Anna Marie devoted her life to others as a mother, wife, and nurse. She earned her nursing degree in 2011. She was loved by many and known for her outgoing personality and love for everyone.
A service for Anna will be Thursday, the 29th of...
Anna Marie Bertrand, born on August 21, 1967, passed away at age 55 on December 20, 2022.
She is survived by her husband of 29 years Richard Bertrand and three children: Dominic...
Edward Eick Bluffton
Edward Francis Eick passed away peacefully at his home December 20, 2022. He is survived by his wife, Janet Gefken Eick and was a loving husband, proud father of eight sons, and a humble and selfless man. Ed was a man of great faith, a Korean War Veteran, Eagle Scout and Scout Master, an educator of History and a role model of kindness and compassion.
Ed’s endless teachings of History, his experiences, and his love live on with his family.
Ed was one of four boys and with wife,...
Edward Francis Eick passed away peacefully at his home December 20, 2022. He is survived by his wife, Janet Gefken Eick and was a loving husband, proud father of eight sons, and a humble and...
Avimael Najera Bluffton
Avimael Tinoco Najera
Age 30 from Bluffton, South Carolina
Passed away unexpectedly on Monday December 19th 2022
Was a Bluffton high school graduate from class 2013. he would make friends with anyone he met. His smile would light up the entire room, he was always the center of attention. He would never let his disability get in the way of helping other people. He loved watching anime with all four of his siblings but what he loved most was seeing and playing with his first newborn nephew....
Avimael Tinoco Najera
Age 30 from Bluffton, South Carolina
Passed away unexpectedly on Monday December 19th 2022
Was a Bluffton high school graduate from class 2013. he would make friends with...
Frank Brault Bluffton
Frank M. Brault
December 19, 1937 – December 18, 2022 (age 84)
“He treated the stars as though they were love songs written to him by God.” ―Pat Conroy
Frank M. Brault, known to family and friends as “Chip,” passed away at his home in Bluffton, South Carolina, one day before his eighty-fifth birthday. Frank was born in Ogdensburg, New York, and raised in Potsdam, New York, by his parents Emile Brault and Alpha Dumas Brault. He graduated in 1959 from Thomas...
Frank M. Brault
December 19, 1937 – December 18, 2022 (age 84)
“He treated the stars as though they were love songs written to him by God.” ―Pat Conroy
Frank M. Brault,...
Leo Hussey Bluffton
Leo Thomas Hussey has passed away and joined his beloved wife Martha Mary O'Connor Hussey and his daughter Mary Martha Stuart in heaven. He was also proceeded in death by his parents, Leo Hussey and Theresa Russell Hussey, his siblings Alexander (Anne) Hussey, Elizabeth (Gene) Senfield, Robert (Helen) Hussey, Mary (Robert) Erb and Carol (Robert) O'Connell.
He is survived by his sons Timothy and John (Robin) Hussey, his daughter Elizabeth (Robert) Vallino, grandchildren,...
Leo Thomas Hussey has passed away and joined his beloved wife Martha Mary O'Connor Hussey and his daughter Mary Martha Stuart in heaven. He was also proceeded in death by his...
Mary Francese Hardeeville
Mary Agnes Sullivan passed away peacefully on December 17, 2022. Mary was born May 9th, 1930 in Bradley Beach N.J. to Harold and Florence Sullivan.
She attended St. Rose School and went on to Nursing School. She Married Benjamin Francese on December 29, 1951. They had 6 children, Michael, Larry, Jerry, Kathy, Greg, Terry, and their spouses. They have 5 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren.
The love of her life, Ben, passed away in 2017.
Mary wore many hats in her 92 years on this...
Mary Agnes Sullivan passed away peacefully on December 17, 2022. Mary was born May 9th, 1930 in Bradley Beach N.J. to Harold and Florence Sullivan.
She attended St. Rose School and went on to...
James McArdle Bluffton
James Charles McArdle (Jimmie), age 87, formerly of Emporia, Virginia, lately of Bluffton, South Carolina passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 17, 2022.
He was a 1953 graduate of Greensville County High School in Emporia, Virginia. He attended VPI, University of Richmond and graduated from the Medical College of Virginia, School of Pharmacy in 1958. He was a member of Phi Delta Chi Fraternity.
Upon moving back to Emporia, Virginia, he attended Calvary Baptist Church for...
James Charles McArdle (Jimmie), age 87, formerly of Emporia, Virginia, lately of Bluffton, South Carolina passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 17, 2022.
He was a 1953 graduate...
Frieda Sigal Bluffton
Frieda Sigal, née Wigden, passed away on December 17, 2022 at 99 years of age. She was a smart, loving, generous, and family-oriented woman. She was a very practical thinker, an avid reader, quick-witted, and had a fund of knowledge about finance. She loved watching and playing the stock market. Born in the south Bronx, she raised herself up from poverty by sheer strength of will. She was a modest person who worked hard and demanded a great deal from herself. In 1945, she...
Frieda Sigal, née Wigden, passed away on December 17, 2022 at 99 years of age. She was a smart, loving, generous, and family-oriented woman. She was a very practical thinker, an avid...
Richard Betz, II Hardeeville
R. Peter Betz II, 72, husband of Patricia Betz (Hartman), passed away unexpectedly on December 16, 2022. Born in Reading, PA, he was preceded in death by his father Richard W. Betz and mother Helen Mae Betz (Stover). He was a 1968 graduate of Easton Area High School and went on to pursue a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Bloomsburg University.
Following a successful career with MetEd/GPU, he capitalized on his passion for investing and finance and built a profitable...
R. Peter Betz II, 72, husband of Patricia Betz (Hartman), passed away unexpectedly on December 16, 2022. Born in Reading, PA, he was preceded in death by his father Richard W. Betz and mother...
Patricia Murnane Hilton Head Island
Patricia Catherine Murnane of Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, passed away peacefully on December 14, 2022. She is survived by her husband, James, sister Rosemary Burns, sister in law Agnes Murnane, children Timothy, James, Eileen Murnane, Paula (Buddy) Dukes as well as her grandchildren, Megan (Michael) Codini, Daniel and Kari Murnane, Ben and Patrick Dukes.
She was born and raised on a farm near Cape Vincent, NY. She graduated from Canton College NY, married and raised four children...
Patricia Catherine Murnane of Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, passed away peacefully on December 14, 2022. She is survived by her husband, James, sister Rosemary Burns, sister in law Agnes...
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