Local obituaries for Sauls Funeral Home

Jul 3, 2023

Kay Horn, 84, was born in Danbury, CT, January 21, 1939, to her late parents, William, and Helen Miller.  Kay went home peacefully to be with the Lord, while at her daughter, Suzi’s home in Powdersville, SC, on July 3, 2023.  Kay was baptized in 1939, at St. Joseph’s R.C. Church, in Danbury, CT, and lived her Catholic faith...

Jul 3, 2023

Rhonda Patterson passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on July 3, 2023.  Born in Savannah, GA on July 12, 1945, Rhonda moved to Hilton Head Island with her husband, Marvin H. Patterson in 1968 and they embraced the tranquil beach life that the island had to offer.

Marvin and Rhonda owned multiple businesses on...

Jul 2, 2023

Charmaine “Char” Betz Ruszkowski (née Cornell), 79, of Bluffton, South Carolina, died peacefully on July 2, 2023 surrounded by loved ones.  Char is survived by her beloved husband Joseph P. Ruszkowski, sons Greg Betz and Todd Betz (Jennifer), daughter Jennifer O’Gorman (George), grandchildren Logan, Sammy, Lucas and Scarlet.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Vance Betz.

Jul 2, 2023

Marvin “Cookie” Orrel, Jr, age 79, passed away peacefully on July 2, 2023, in Savannah, Georgia, surrounded by his loved ones.  He was a native of Savannah and a Vietnam War veteran serving in the US Navy aboard the USS Midway. Marvin was an avid boater who loved fishing, crabbing, sharing stories, and spending time with his family. He...

Jul 1, 2023

George Washington Rutledge, Jr.

May 18, 1941 to July 1, 2023

Mr. George Washington Rutledge, Jr., age 82, of Sandy Run Road, passed away at the Hampton Hospital after a brief illness. Mr. Rutledge was the son of the late Josephine Furick Rutledge and George Washington Rutledge, Sr.

He was married to Ann...

Jul 1, 2023

Helen Robinson made a difference in people’s lives, and did so without fanfare or seeking recognition. Helen passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones, on July 1, 2023, in her 74th year.

Born in New York City in 1948, she was the oldest of five girls.  Growing up she enjoyed summering in Great Barrington, MA with her...

Jun 29, 2023

Phillip James Colletti 32 of Bluffton, SC passed away on Thursday, June 29, 2023.

Phillip was born November 23, 1990 in Fayetteville NC and lived in Bluffton, SC. He was a loving, caring and hard working husband, father, and son. He enjoyed playing video games, listening to music and being with family and friends.

Phillip...

Jun 25, 2023

William Flick Graner, 83, was an amazing man who departed this earth way too soon on Sunday, June 25 at 8:34 pm after a very short, but aggressive illness. He was a devoted father, husband, brother, cousin, uncle, friend, and neighbor. Known to most as Bill (or Billy), he was energetic and always smiling through his tooth-gapped grin. He...

Jun 24, 2023

Olivia Beck Tyson (Libby), a beloved wife, mother and grandmother passed away on June 24, 2023. Her warm presence and kind spirit touched the lives of many, and her absence will be deeply felt by all who knew her.

Born on January 26, 1945, Libby embraced life with a passion for music, animals, nature and food.  As...

Jun 24, 2023

RUTH A. LEARY, devoted wife and mother, has died at the age of 90.  Ruth was born in New York, raised her family in New Jersey and spent the last twenty five years in Bluffton, South Carolina.  She enjoyed reading James Patterson books, playing bocce and was an avid exerciser at the Sun City fitness center.  She was also...

Jun 22, 2023

Ronald (Ron) Lee Molen, 74, passed away June 22, 2023, at Beaufort Memorial Hospital in South Carolina due to complications with surgery with his wife and daughter by his side.

Ron was born January 14, 1949, in Great Falls, MT, the middle son of Ray and Grace Molen.  He graduated from CM Russell High School in 1967...

Jun 21, 2023

Bluffton, South Carolina – After a two plus year struggle with ALS, Beverly passed peacefully. She was born March 23, 1936, in Bangor, ME to parents Harold and Wilda Day. She was preceded in death by her parents and her oldest son Peter. She is survived by her husband of almost 67 years, Robert Herzog, her sister, Roberta Witt...

Jun 20, 2023

Shirley Ann Hartley Altman (80) of North Charleston, SC passed away on June 20, 2023 at home. Shirley was born on September 15, 1942 in Ridgeland, SC. She was the daughter of the late Woodrow Hartley and Odessa Whitman Hartley. She graduated from Ridgeland High School. After graduation she married Everett Altman of Ridgeland, SC. In 1961 the couple...

Jun 19, 2023

Teresa “Terri” Darlene Hale

Earthly Arrival Feb 13,1959

Heavenly Departure June 19, 2023

Charleston, SC

Our Dear Mom, Mrs. Terri Darlene Hale, gained her Angel Wings on June 19, 2023. She was born in Savannah, GA on Feb 13,1959 to the late Carolyn F. & James C. Price, Sr.

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Jun 18, 2023

Richard Michael Boccabella formerly of Bellaire, Ohio passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 18, 2023, in Hilton Head Island, SC. He was 87 years old.

Richard was born on June 10, 1936, in Bellaire, Ohio to the late Richard M Boccabella and Mildred (Porter). He was a graduate of Bellaire High School, Class of 1954 and earned...

Jun 17, 2023

Martha Ann Dake Johnson died peacefully on Saturday, June 17 at the age of 91. The birds were chirping and the sun was shining and there was a gentle breeze. It was the kind of day she loved.

Martha was born in Niota, Tennessee on May 11, 1932 to Charlie Wilse  and Myrtle Carpenter Dake. She was...

Jun 17, 2023

Robert Wilburn Murphy Jr. age 61, of Hardeeville, SC passed away at his home on June 17th, 2023, after a long illness.

Robert was born in Savannah, GA on July 4th, 1961, to the late Robert W. Murphy Sr., “Bob” and Rita (Kratzer) Murphy.

Robert was a graduate of West Hardeeville Highschool. By trade, Robert...

Jun 17, 2023

John Morton Baumann of Hilton Head, South Carolina died peacefully on Saturday, June 17, 2023, surrounded by the love of his family and friends.

John was a devoted husband, friend, and partner for almost 65 years to his wife, Mary. Together they raised their family on Long Island before retiring to Hilton Head over 25 years ago....

Jun 17, 2023

Just 19 days after losing Evelyn, his bride of 69 years, Merle passed away of a broken heart.  Merle was a man of honor and duty, and the consistency he showed throughout his life is astonishing.  He was a proud and distinguished Naval Aviator.  After his military service, he continued to fly privately for business and pleasure until the...

Jun 16, 2023

Joseph Edward Kistler Malphrus, 65, of Ridgeland, SC passed away on June 16, 2023 at Coastal Carolina Hospital after a short illness. He was born on June 28, 1957 in Ridgeland, SC to the late Jacob Lyman and Marjorie Hutson Malphrus. He served his country in the Army National Guard and was a lifelong member of Great Swamp Baptist...