Local obituaries for Sauls Funeral Home

Jul 23, 2021

On July 23, 2021, William John Finch- “Chef Bill” of Bluffton, SC was given his wings and was welcomed into heaven after a brief illness. Bill was born in Elmhurst, Illinois on February 13, 1966. He has been reunited with his parents Thomas and Mary Ann Finch.

Bill is survived by his finance, Rebecca “Becky” Mastropole and...

Jul 19, 2021

Ann Jeffords Wright, 79, of Bluffton, SC passed away July 19, 2021.

She was born on January 3, 1942 to the late Albert and Mae (Hall) Jeffords in Florence, SC.  She graduated from Winthrop College and worked in the field of education, retiring from South Island Public Services, after thirty years.

Ann married Charles “Bill”...

Jul 18, 2021

Ann Margaret O'Brien, 88, of Bluffton, SC, wife of the late William "Bill" Joseph O'Brien (April 19, 2015), passed away July 18, 2021.

Mrs. O'Brien is survived by her children:  Lawrence W. O'Brien (Lauren), Kenneth M. O'Brien (Kim), Maureen Renee O'Brien; grandchildren, William, Kellie, Jonathan, Emily and Joshua.

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Jul 16, 2021

Thomas Sherwood Cooler earned his wings and went to live with our Lord on July 16, 2021 after a short illness.

Tommy was the son of VarnNeice Harper Cooler Rollins and the late Willie Cooler of Hardeeville.  Preceded in death by his two brothers, Willie Daniel Cooler, James Michael Cooler and step father, James Rollins.

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Jul 16, 2021

Betty Sue Dickey Tibbs, age 88, of Hardeevile, SC, entered her Heavenly home on the morning of July 16, 2021.

Betty was born in Oldsmar, Florida, on May 2, 1933 to the late Noa Lee Dickey and Susie Claire Bonnell Dickey. She married the love her life, the late Kenneth Laymon Tibbs, on August 1, 1952, in...

Jul 13, 2021

On July 13 th Margaret Patricia “Pat” Mulvey finally reunited with her beloved husband Bill for an overdue martini happy-hour. It wasn’t 5:00, but she lived by the adage “it’s 5:00 somewhere.” She passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family.

Pat was from Brooklyn, Bay Ridge to be exact and then raised her children at 144 Ramble...

Jul 13, 2021

Carolyn Gerhardt Bisha, 78, of Bluffton, SC, daughter of Ken and Elizabeth (Young) Gerhardt, passed away peacefully at her home in Sun City Hilton Head on July 13th, 2021. She was surrounded by her loving family, which gave her so much joy throughout her life and her final moments.

Carolyn lived a full life from adventures overseas...

Jul 12, 2021

Edgar Patrick Alcantara, loving husband, devoted son, supportive brother, and loyal friend, passed away on July 12, 2021, at the age of 64.

A man of many gifts, “Edgar” or “Gary”, as he was fondly addressed by family, friends, and colleagues worked hard to develop his talents, and harness them in the service of others.

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Jul 11, 2021

Thomas “Tommy” David Nolan of  Bluffton passed away suddenly on Sunday, July 11, 2021.

Tommy was born on September 5, 1967  in Tarrytown, New York son of Margie Sollish and Tom Nolan.   He graduated from Arlington High School, LaGrangeville, NY and served in the Navy from 1985 - 1988.   He worked as a professional bartender in Las...

Jul 10, 2021

Everett Thomas Abernethy, age 82, passed away July 10, 2021 in Bluffton, SC after a long battle with Parkinson’s disease.

He was the son of Ina and Everett M. Abernethy of Lenoir, NC (Deceased). Survivors include his wife of 62 years, Anne Thomas Abernethy of Bluffton; two sons, E. Thomas Abernethy, Jr. (Kim) and J. Todd Abernethy...

Jul 9, 2021

Christopher Hopkins Hamilton unexpectedly passed away from a stroke on Friday July 9, 2021, at the early age of forty-seven. He was born in Boston, August 22, 1973, the son of John M. Hamilton and Lynn S. Hamilton. He grew up in Weston, MA. He lived in Boston, Northern California, Florida and Hilton Head Island, SC. He attended Weston...

Jul 8, 2021

Robert Emory Krommes, 99, of Bluffton, SC died July 8, 2021.  Graveside Services with Military Honors will be held at Beaufort National Cemetery on Friday, July 30, 2021 at 2:00 PM. Arrangements by Sauls Funeral Home in Bluffton, SC.

Bob was a graduate of the University of Baltimore.  He served in World War II as a B-29...

Jul 7, 2021

Retha Alane Smith Malphrus, age 86, of Ridgeland and wife of Oswell (Ossie) Vincent Malphrus entered into her Heavenly home on July 7, 2021.

Retha was born in Hampton County on July 10, 1934 to the late Charles Smith and Catherine DeLoach Smith.

Retha is survived by her husband of 67 years; her four children,...

Jul 4, 2021

Barbara Dennison Connelly, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away on July 4, 2021 at the age of 87 at home in Bluffton, South Carolina.

Born January 6, 1934 in Southbridge, Massachusetts, Barbara attended Auburn High School and was the Chairman of the Filene’s High School Fashion Board.  She went on to graduate from Anna Maria College...

Jul 3, 2021

David R Fleiner passed away at his home surrounded by his loving family on July 3rd, 2021. He had been fighting cancer, but spent that time enjoying his family and friends.  He was born on July 11th, 1946 in Galion, Ohio to Martin and Juanita Fleiner, who will meet him in heaven.

Dave graduated from Ohio State...

Jul 3, 2021

Robert Glenn Jarrell, age 65, passed away at Regional Medical Hospital in Orangeburg, SC. Bob was born in Ridgeland South Carolina in 1955. Bob was the son of James Glenn Jarrell and Martha Ann Jarrell of Ridgeland. Survived by his father, Glenn Jarrell, sister Eleanor Gibbons (husband George), two daughters Jessica Haynes (husband Jess), Jennifer Guthrie (husband Stuart), nephew...

Jul 3, 2021

Robert Davies, nine-year resident of Sun City and 20-year resident of Daufuskie Island passed away at home after a short illness on July 3, 2021.  Robert, who was known as Bob to his friends and Bobby to his grandchildren, was with his family when he passed away.

Bob was the middle of three sons, born in Swissvale,...

Jul 1, 2021

Neil Ardell Ofsthun journeyed to our Lord on July 1, 2021 in Bluffton, South Carolina after a long battle with Parkinson’s Disease. Neil was born in North Dakota on November 27, 1930 to Eugene and Verdell Ofsthun. Brother Charles was not far behind, only thirteen months. The brothers grew up in Robinsdale, MInnesota a suburb of Minneapolis. Times were...

Jul 1, 2021

Born in Brunswick GA on April 15, 1948, son of the late William and Reba Ammons.  Karl passed away in Bluffton SC on Thursday, July 1, 2021 at the age of 73. His life was well lived and he was well loved.

Karl is survived by his beloved wife Luce and five children Melissa (Donnie) Smith, Jacksonville...

Jun 30, 2021

Kathy Wiederhorn, age 61, passed away suddenly on June 30, 2021. Kathy was born in Walnut Creek, CA on November 1, 1959. She lived in Wilmington, DE for many years before moving to Bluffton, SC in 2004. Kathy was the daughter of the late Robert and Judy Wiederhorn. Surviving is her sister, Karen Kyle of Aiken, SC; niece, Christy...