OBITUARIES
Raymond Thomas Ward
Jun 11, 2025
With profound sadness, we announce Raymond Thomas Ward, went to be with the Lord on June 11, 2025, at the age of 82. A beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend, Ray’s presence, witty sense of humor, and kind heart will be deeply missed and his memory forever cherished.
Born on September 4, 1942, to Ednora and Ralph...
Raymond Carl Pettersen
Jun 9, 2025
Raymond Carl Pettersen, 80, of Bluffton, SC, passed away Monday, June 9, 2025, at the St. Joseph Candler Hospital in Savannah, GA, after a courageous battle with cancer. Shortly before his death, Raymond spent time with his family and friends, including his beloved grandchildren, who affectionately knew him as “Popo.”
Raymond was born December 23,1944, in Brooklyn,...
Andrew John Tuney, Iii
Jun 8, 2025
In Loving Memory of Andrew John “Jack” Tuney III May 9, 1951 – June 8, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Andrew John “Jack” Tuney III, who departed this life on June 8, 2025, surrounded by those who loved him. Born on May 9, 1951, Jack lived a life full of...
Peter Thomas Kinney, Sr.
Jun 7, 2025
Peter Thomas Kinney, Sr.
January 6, 1938 – June 7, 2025
Peter passed away peacefully on June 7th, 2025 in Bluffton SC, from complications of heart disease. He was born in Cleveland, Ohio on January 6, 1938. He is survived by his children, Mary Beth Tillman (Erik) and Peter (Chip) Kinney, Jr (Shelly) and grandchildren...
John "Bill" William Boston
Jun 7, 2025
John William (Bill) Boston departed this World peacefully on Saturday, June 7, 2025 at his home in Moss Creek Plantation. Bill will join his wonderful wife of 61 years, Kathleen Joanne (Jo) Boston, who preceded him in 2017. Bill's parents, John Raymond (Ray) and Mary Z. (Mickelsen) Boston, and Bill's brothers, Michael Raymond Boston and Roderick Roy Boston, all...
José Gíl Maldonado
Jun 5, 2025
It is with deep sorrow, we announce the passing of José “Mr. Joe” Gíl Maldonado (September 1, 1939 – June 5, 2025) of Hampton, SC.
Joe was born in Coamo, Puerto Rico to the late Simplisio Maldonado and Maria Torres. Joe moved to Florida after graduating high school at Escuela Superior Luis Muñoz Marín in 1958 and...
Luce B. Ammons
Jun 5, 2025
Luce Bilodeau Ammons
born in 1960, 64 years old
Resided in Okatie, SC
Born in St. Clotilde, Beauce, Province de Quebec Canada - the youngest and 6th child of Francois and Francine Bilodeau.
In 1961 her parents moved the entire family to Jacksonville Florida where she grew up with her siblings...
Irma Hegedus Bongiorno
Jun 4, 2025
Irma always did it her way… and she never apologized for it. She earned the right.
Irma grew up in small country, farm town of Gyomaendrőd, Hungary with her family. She traveled into the city of Budapest for schooling and work and it was there that she fulfilled her athletic prowess as a track runner, broadened her...
Barbara Louise Jones Javery
Jun 4, 2025
Barbara (Meemaw) Louise Jones Javery, cherished wife, devoted mother, loving grandmother, and dear friend to many, departed this life peacefully on Wednesday, June 4th, 2025. She entered this world in Homerville, Georgia, and was raised in Savannah, Georgia. For the last several decades, she called Hardeeville, SC, her home. Barbara was a remarkable individual, whose diverse talents shone brightly...
Gary Pitts Hohman
Jun 3, 2025
Gary Pitts Hohman, 73, lover of all things that are loud and run on gas, rode out of this life and on to the next on June 3rd, 2025, at Savannah Memorial Hospital in Savannah, Georgia. Born on July 1st, 1951, in Tucson, AZ, Gary was the son of the late John and Bertha Hohman, to whom he probably...
Patricia Ann Wenger
Jun 3, 2025
Patricia Ann Wenger passed away alongside her loving husband and children in Savannah, Georgia, on Tuesday, June 3, 2025. She was born in Columbus, Ohio, on January 3, 1953, to the late Russell and Betty (Keefer) Rhoads.
Pattie began her career in cosmetology, and later, as a well-known employee of Cherry Valley Lodge and The Granville Inn....
Sandra Kay Pella
Jun 1, 2025
Sandra Kay Pella, 78 passed away peacefully at her home in Bluffton, South Carolina on June 1, 2025. Born November 24, 1946, in Piqua Ohio, she is preceded in death by her parents, Frederick James Siler and Kathryn Rosemary Siler, her son James Patrick Patterson, and her three brothers Larry Siler, James Siler and Dennis Siler.
A...
John W. Meier
May 30, 2025
John (Jack) W. Meier, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on May 30, 2025, in Bluffton, SC, at the age of 77. Born on June 10, 1947, in Northampton, MA, to John and Anna May Meier, Jack lived a full and accomplished life, leaving behind a legacy of achievements, cherished memories, and lasting friendships....
Holly Cynthia Snyder
May 28, 2025
Holly Cynthia Snyder (nee Irwin) passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at the age of 88. Born in Brooklyn, New York on February 24, 1937, she and her family lived in Brooklyn and on Long Island in Roosevelt before relocating to Chatham, New Jersey when she was in middle school. A 1955 graduate of Chatham High School,...
Jack Austin Johnson
May 26, 2025
Jack Austin Johnson, age 77, of Bluffton, SC passed away on Monday afternoon, May 26 at his residence. He was born August 18, 1947 in Ottawa, Illinois, a son of the late Jack and Shirley (Gaddis) Johnson.
Jack was a member of Red Dam Baptist Church where he taught the adult men’s Sunday school class. He held...
Loretta Anne Tate
May 25, 2025
Loretta ”Anne” Tate , 87, of Tidepoint a Vi Community in Hilton Head SC, passed away peacefully while under Crescent Hospice care in Hilton Head Hospital, SC. She was born on January 23,1938 in Greenville SC hospital. Her parents were Catherine Virginia Watson Tate and Charles Kenneth Tate, now deceased.
After graduating from Traveler’s Rest High School...
Ethel Mae Grant
May 24, 2025
Ethel Mae Grant, age 83, of Bluffton, SC, peacefully fell asleep in death on May 24, 2025, at her home.
Born on August 11, 1941, in Bluffton, SC, Ethel was a woman of poise and grace. She was known as a great cook and fashionista with a great sense of style and humor, and many loved her....
Craig Nagel
May 23, 2025
Craig Nagel, a man full of life, laughter, and generosity, was always ready to lend a hand or share a good time.
Craig was born in Chicago on January 26, 1949, to Elaine and Robert Nagel. He graduated from Griffith High School in 1968 and went on to study Aviation Mechanics at Lewis College.
Craig...
Erma Bowers Cooler
May 21, 2025
Erma Bowers Cooler of Ridgeland, South Carolina, passed away peacefully on May 21, 2025 the age of 89.
Erma was born on April 15, 1936 in Walterboro, South Carolina to Clarence “Pete” Bowers and Susie Varn Bowers. She pursued a career at the Department of Motor Vehicles and license tested hundreds of drivers in the Ridgeland area....
Hugh "Mike" Munro Lovejoy, Sr.
May 20, 2025
Hugh “Mike” Munro Lovejoy, Sr. passed away peacefully and surrounded by family on May 20, 2025. His 91 years were filled with many years of joy and large family.
Born on New Year’s Day 1934 to Olivina “Olive” Catherine Lyon and John M. Lovejoy in Medford, Massachusetts. He was the eldest of four siblings, John “Toni” Moulton...
