OBITUARIES
Cynthia (Cindi) Bevan Johnson
Feb 9, 2026
Cynthia (Cindi) Bevan Johnson
August 15, 1957 – February 9, 2026
Cynthia (Cindi) Bevan Johnson passed away peacefully at her home in Williston, SC, on February 9, 2026. Born in Waynesboro, GA, on August 15, 1957, she was the youngest child and only daughter of Frederick Edward Bevan Jr. and Rosemary Kennedy Bevan.
In 1960, Cindi moved with her family to Davant Plantation...
Megan Renee Forshee
Feb 9, 2026
Megan Renee Forshee, age 40, passed away of natural causes on February 9, 2026, in Bluffton, South Carolina. “Muppet” was born on December 18, 1985, in Clarkston, Michigan, and from the moment she arrived, she brought color, vibrance, and authenticity into the world.
Megan was the devoted mother of her son, Gavin Nelson, whom she loved with every part of her...
Alan Neil Keller
Feb 8, 2026
Alan Neil Keller passed away on February 8, 2026, in Hilton Head, South Carolina. He was 78 years old.
Born on August 8, 1947, in Indiana, Pennsylvania, Alan was the son of Richard and Jackie Keller. He grew up with a strong sense of community and a generous spirit that remained with him throughout his life.
Alan was preceded in death by...
Beverly Gail Hodge
Feb 7, 2026
Beverly Gail Hodge, 71, of Bluffton, South Carolina, passed away peacefully at her home on February 7, 2026.
Born to the late Russell Gerald Hilf and Dorothy Elaine Murray Hilf, Beverly lived a life marked by independence, talent, and a deep love for the outdoors.
Beverly was an avid golfer, a skilled deer hunter, and a gifted natural taxidermist. Her artistry earned...
Lester S. Briney
Feb 6, 2026
Lester S. Briney, 81, of Bluffton, South Carolina, passed away peacefully on February 6, 2026, after a long illness.
Born in Akron, Ohio, Les was the son of Gerald Briney and Helen Hardesty. He graduated from Saratoga High School in Saratoga, California, and went on to earn a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science from the University...
Damaso Alberto Badillo Perez
Feb 6, 2026
Damaso Alberto Badillo Perez passed away on February 6, 2026. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, February 14, 2026, at New Life Church, at 2:00 pm.
Bess Kelley Parnell
Feb 6, 2026
Bessie Kelley Parnell, age 94, of Ridgeland, SC, passed away on February 6th, 2026. She was born on November 15th, 1931 to the late Mattie Lou and Clifford Kelley.
Bess wore many hats and had varied passions throughout her life. Her first marriage was to the late Jesse R. Mock in 1946. She was later married to the late, James Monroe...
Jill Ann Demcsak
Feb 3, 2026
Jill Ann (Drake) Demcsak
With my deepest sorrow, I must report that my beloved and beautiful wife, Jill Ann Demcsak passed away on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at the age of 74 in Bluffton, South Carolina.
She fought like a warrior against a foe that she had no chance of winning; she battled to the very end.
She leaves behind her husband, Jan,...
Richard C. Roth
Feb 2, 2026
It is with great sadness that the family of Richard C. Roth, announces his passing on February 2nd at the age of 88. Born in Brooklyn, New York on July 26, 1937, Richard was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather and was married to the love of his life, Barbara, for 66 years. Together they raised three children: Steven,...
Richard John Bouch
Feb 2, 2026
Richard John “Rick” Bouch Sr., 84, of Bluffton, South Carolina, went to be with his Heavenly Father on February 2, 2026.
Rick was born on July 23, 1941, in Portage, PA, to John and Faye Bouch. He was preceded in death by his parents and his sister Judi Smith. He was a devoted husband to his beloved wife, Linda Bouch, and...
John Spano
Jan 30, 2026
John Spano, 83, of Bluffton, SC, passed away suddenly on January 30, 2026. He was the beloved husband of Sherry Merrow.
John was born and raised in Winthrop, MA. He graduated from Winthrop High School, class of 1959.
John lived a life full of adventure, humor, and dedication to family. He spent his winters in Bluffton and his summers at Ossipee Lake...
Edwin Ray Moody
Jan 29, 2026
Edwin Ray Moody of Hilton Head Island passed away suddenly on January 29, 2026. A beloved member of the community and co-owner of Flowers by Sue, he is survived by his wife, Sue Yi; his niece, Kimber (Trevor) Wetherill, and great-nephew Jaden Wetherill.
Take comfort in knowing that Ed’s selfless legacy continues. As a compassionate organ donor, his contribution has already...
Margaret Jones Morrison McClendon
Jan 28, 2026
Margaret Jones Morrison McLendon died peacefully on January 28, 2026 at the enduring age of 94. Known to all as Maggie her life spanned nearly a century and she will be deeply missed by her family and friends.
Maggie was preceded in death by her husband of twenty years, Harold McLendon, MD, her husband of thirty-one years, Archibald (“Archie”) Morrison, her...
Beverly Taylor
Jan 26, 2026
Beverly Joan Bashlor Taylor received her precious wings in heaven on January 26, 2026 when she passed away in Ridgeland, SC.
Born in Savannah, GA on March 14, 1951, Beverly was 74 years old. She was the daughter of Ralph M. Bashlor, Sr. and Gencie Strickland Turner. Beverly was a beautiful woman and was proud to be a debutante in the...
Doris D. Barber
Jan 26, 2026
In the early afternoon of January 26th 2026 Doris Deborah Barber passed away peacefully due to natural causes in Bluffton South Carolina. She was born in New York City in 1925 to Maria and Herman Heller.
Doris had a successful and rewarding career working for the federal government in Virginia. Most of her service was with the Department of Interior/National Park...
Richard Hoffmann
Jan 26, 2026
Richard Lewis Hoffmann, 75, formerly of Brick, NJ, passed away at his home in Bluffton, SC, on January 26th, 2026.
Richard was predeceased by his parents Harold and Anne Hoffmann, his son, Christopher Hoffmann, and his faithful dog Krieger. Richard is survived by his wife, Deanna Hoffmann, and his daughters, Elizabeth (Manfred Kuegel) Hoffmann, their daughter Mia, and Alexis (Jason) Hayes,...
Philip "Phil" R. Martin
Jan 26, 2026
Philip Raymond Martin, 73, formerly of Manchester, CT, died after a five-year battle with dementia, at his home in Bluffton, SC, on January 26th, 2026.
Phil was predeceased by his mother, Betty Guiheen, step-father, Patrick F. Guiheen, father, Howard Martin, his brother, Patrick T. Guiheen, and his sisters, Rosemary Guiheen and Kathy Slater.
Phil is survived by his wife, Cindy Ragan, his...
Brenda Leigh Long
Jan 25, 2026
Brenda Leigh Long, 70, of Charlotte, NC began her new Heavenly life on Sunday, January 25, 2026 at the Pines at Hilton Head.
Brenda was born February 9, 1955 in Martinsville, VA to the late Jack Raymond Long and Charlotte Ann Steagall Long. Brenda loved helping and being around people, which led to her 41-year-long career in Aviation, as a flight...
Sharlene Marie Bright
Jan 24, 2026
Sharlene Marie Bright, beloved wife, mother, partner and friend, passed away on January 24, 2026, at the age of 72.
She was born on September 17, 1953 in Los Angeles, CA. and spent her life bringing warmth, laughter, and compassion to everyone who knew her. Sharlene touched many lives as a preschool teacher. Many of whom were still in touch with...
Juanita Lillian Parrish
Jan 24, 2026
Juanita L. Parrish, 73, of Guyton, GA, formerly of Hardeeville, SC and Bluffton, SC, passed away Saturday, January 24, 2026 at Memorial Medical Center in Savannah, GA.
Juanita ‘Nita’ was born June 6, 1952 in Rome, NY to the late Carl Dykhoff and Fern Nelson Dykhoff. She was a graduate of Vernon-Verona-Sherrill High School in Verona, NY, Class of 1970. Nita...
