OBITUARIES
Branco Raiac
Nov 27, 2024
At only 71 years of age, Branco Raiac, Sr. passed away on November 27, 2024. He is survived by his loving wife, Flora, two sons Frank and Branco, Jr. and his brother Charlie.
Branco was born in Romania and showed an interest in all things culinary from an early age. He started working in kitchens at the...
Hector Antonio Martos
Nov 25, 2024
Hector Martos departed this earth after a full life of 77 years.
Hector was born in NYC in the year 1947 as the second child of Victor and Matilde Martos. In 1982 he married Carol and together they raised Tony and Christopher in their New Jersey home.
Hector is also survived by his sister Carmen...
Zachary Daniel Buzzetto
Nov 22, 2024
Zachary Daniel Buzzetto
July 16, 1984
Bluffton, SC - Zachary Daniel Buzzetto, 40 of Bluffton, South Carolina, tragically passed away on November 22, 2024.
His spirit will continue to live on through his loving children, daughter, Madelyn, sons, Robert, Patrick and Zarren.
His Mother & Step-father, Janet & Frank Ellard, Sister...
Kathleen Ann (Stewart) Adams
Nov 22, 2024
Kathy was born in Owosso, Michigan on September 5, 1945, the daughter of the late Nathaniel Stewart and the late Edith (Gurske) Stewart. Upon graduation from Owosso High School in Owosso, MI, Kathy attended Michigan State University, Lansing, Michigan and graduated in 1967 with a Bachelor’s degree in Home Economics.
Upon graduation, Kathy joined F&R Lazarus Company...
Frederick Anthony Schmitz
Nov 21, 2024
Frederick Anthony Schmitz, 92, of Bluffton, South Carolina, departed this life on November 21, 2024. Fred came into this world on January 18, 1932, in Cincinnati, Ohio, to Fred and Adelma(Pies)Schmitz, and was affectionately called Bud by his family. He attended Little Flower grade school in Mt Airy and graduated from Roger Bacon High School. Soon after graduation, he...
Gerald Glenn
Nov 17, 2024
Gerald (Jerry) Glenn passed away peacefully at home amongst his family, Sunday, November 17, 2024 in Bluffton, SC.
His career took him to many areas that brought him such joy. He was born in Chicago, and Kansas City, suburbs of Chicago, New Jersey and Hilton Head/Bluffton were all called "home."
His battle with serious medical...
Kenneth Joseph Andrews
Nov 16, 2024
Kenneth Joseph Andrews was born on April 16, 1946, in Pawtucket, RI, to Marjorie (Edward) and Kenneth L. Andrews. The eldest of five children, Ken was predeceased by both his brothers Dennis and David, and is survived by his sisters, Mary Lou Goodby and Nancy Robins. He graduated from St. Raphael Academy in 1964, earned his BA from Providence...
Scotti Hargrove
Nov 16, 2024
Scotti Hargrove, a dedicated service member, compassionate field doctor, and devoted mother, passed away November 16th, 2024 at 1:28am. She was 36 years old.
A proud U.S. Navy veteran, Scotti served for six years, where she earned numerous accolades for her exceptional service. She was awarded the Joint Service Achievement Award, Navy/Marine Corps Achievement Award, Navy/Marine Corps...
Karl Siebers
Nov 15, 2024
Karl Siebers, 86, of Hilton Head, SC, passed away peacefully on November 15, 2024. He was born on June 12, 1938, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, to Herm and Grace Siebers, who preceded him in death.
Karl is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Martha Siebers, and his devoted children: Scott (Susan), Bill (Ja), and Don...
Maury Dewitt Snyder
Nov 15, 2024
Maury Dewitt Snyder passed away at the age of 72 on November 15, 2024 in Savannah, Georgia. A sudden illness produced serious complications causing him to withdraw from his Earthly state abruptly. Maury Snyder was born on March 30, 1952 to Milton Kirkwood Snyder and Marie Crutcher Snyder in Lexington, Kentucky. As a child, Maury was a rambunctious young...
Margaret Rose Mitchell
Nov 15, 2024
Margaret Rose (Kurrle) Mitchell, 81, passed away in Bluffton, SC on November 15, 2024. Born in Detroit, MI on January 4, 1943, Margaret also called Long Island, NY, Oxford, MI, Manteo, NC, and Simpsonville, SC home. She worked in a pediatrician’s office and was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend to many. A fierce advocate for the underdog,...
David John Babcock, Jr.
Nov 13, 2024
David “John” Babcock, Jr, born October 5, 1947 in St. Paul, MN to David and Maxine Babcock. He spent most of his formative years in Sandusky, OH and at his grandparents’ farm in Wisconsin. He graduated from Highland Park High School where he was part of the school record holding mile relay team. An athlete who played many sports;...
Lois Ann (Rahenkamp) Fales
Nov 10, 2024
Lois Ann Rahenkamp Fales, passed away peacefully November 10, 2024 at 88 years of age. She was born March 1, 1936 in Montclair, NJ to George and Elizabeth (Rose) Rahenkamp and grew up in Bloomfield, NJ. She graduated from Trenton State teaching college and later received her Masters Degree in special education. She taught in Japan and Germany for...
Michael Patrick Casey
Nov 9, 2024
It is with profound heartbreak that we announce the passing of our beloved baby boy, Michael Patrick Casey, who was born on October 11th, 2024, and left this world too soon on November 9th, 2024. Though his life was only a precious month long, the comfort of his presence will forever live on in our hearts as a beautiful...
Judith Ann Knipple
Nov 9, 2024
Judith (Judy) Ann Knipple, 78, passed away November 9, 2024 in Hilton Head, SC surrounded by her loving family, Judy was born in Watsonville, California on June 24, 1946. She grew up in Watsonville, and during her school years, she was actively involved in the Girl Scouts and played the accordion in Phil Marinovich's marching band. Judy often marched...
Jean Marcele Bongiorno
Nov 7, 2024
Jean Marcele Bongiorno, 86, died on November 7, 2024 in Bluffton, South Carolina. She was born in London, England on January 31, 1938. Her father, Private Edward Balunas, was killed in WWII and her widowed mother married an American GI. She arrived in New York in 1946 at 8 years old with her new step-father, mother and brother on...
Irene Elizabeth Papka
Nov 7, 2024
Irene Elizabeth Papka, 86, of Bluffton, SC, passed away peacefully on the morning of November 7, 2024 surrounded by her loving family. Irene was the beloved wife of the late Matthew Papka, with whom she shared a deeply loving, and inspiring marriage. Their bond was a cornerstone of their family, and their love will forever be remembered by all...
Warren Randolph Mcgarvey Sr.
Nov 4, 2024
WARREN RANDOLPH MCGARVEY, SR.
NOVEMBER 26, 1947 - NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Warren Randolph McGarvey, Sr., known as "Randy" or "Coach McGarvey", passed away November 4th, 2024, surrounded by family. Randy was born on November 26th, 1947, in Savannah, Georgia, where he spent most of his younger years. He met his late wife, Janet, whom he...
Robert Donohue, Jr.
Nov 4, 2024
Robert (Bob) Donohue, Jr. passed away peacefully at his home in Sun City in Okatie, SC on Monday, Nov. 4, 2024 at the age of 68.
Born and raised in Staten Island, NY he moved to various states which he also called home. Bob was a Progressman/Planner for the US Coast Guard, a Plant Engineer at Waste...
Helen A. Delaney
Nov 3, 2024
Helen A. Delaney passed away on November 3, 2024, at the age of 75, at home in Sun City Hilton Head, South Carolina. Born on November 23, 1948, Helen's early education took place in Chicago, Illinois, where she attended St. Thomas More grammar school, followed by Academy of Our Lady and Bogan High School. She furthered her education at...
