OBITUARIES
Mark Carter
Jul 7, 2026
Mark A. Carter, 64, of Ridgeland, SC, passed away on Tuesday, July 7th, 2026 at his home. He was born in Charleston, SC on May 28th, 1962 to Gail Carter and the late Tony Carter.
Mark worked for Yancey Bros in Pooler, GA. He also worked for Peterbilt, Kenworth, and Blanchard Cat just to name a few. He loved his job...
Samuel Benjamin Hollis
Jul 7, 2026
Samuel Benjamin Hollis, affectionately known as "Sam" to his friends and family and "Bennie" during his childhood, passed away peacefully at his home in Okatie, South Carolina, on July 7, 2026, at 5:25 p.m. He was 100 years young, having lived a remarkable life devoted to service to God, his country, his family, and his fellow man.
Born on October 3,...
Bernard F. Walko, Jr.
Jul 6, 2026
Bernard Walko, Jr., affectionately known as Bernie to family and friends, passed away peacefully on July 6 at age 72, surrounded by family following several serious illnesses.
Bernie was born and raised in Edwardsville, PA where he attended Saints Cyril and Methodius Church and served as an altar boy. He graduated from St. Hedwig Elementary School and West Side Central Catholic...
James Richard Ogden
Jul 6, 2026
James Richard Ogden passed away in Orlando, Florida on July 6, 2026, at the age of 42 following a long and courageous battle with PTSD and alcoholism. He was born in Kingsville, TX to Michael Ogden and the late Theresa Day Payne.
James spent his youth between Yuma, Arizona; New Bern, North Carolina; and Virginia Beach, Virginia. He was a graduate...
Karen Sally Cantor
Jul 6, 2026
Karen Sally Cantor passed away peacefully in her sleep on July 6. Born on June 4th of 1944 in the Bronx, New York, she was the oldest child of Irma and Bernard Lewis.
She follows her husband, Kenneth Charles Cantor, who passed on November 22, 2012 and her daughter, Ilyse Cantor Queen, who passed away Feb. 23, 2014.
Karen is survived by...
Judith Marsha Beckler
Jul 5, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Judith Marsha Beckler, a devoted wife, loving mother, proud grandmother, dedicated hospital professional, gifted artist, and longtime volunteer at The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. Judith’s courageous battle with Alzheimer’s disease came to an end on July 5, 2026. She was 82 years old.
Judith’s love of...
Kenneth A. Wright
Jul 4, 2026
Kenneth "Ken" Arthur Wright, born February 21, 1943, passed away on July 4, 2026.
Ken was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 56 years, Frances Cucchia Wright, who passed away on February 8, 2023, on Hilton Head Island, South Carolina.
He is survived by his daughter, Susan Geist and her husband, Scott Geist; his son, Peter Wright and his wife,...
William Martin
Jul 2, 2026
On July 2, 2026, the Lord called his angels for the love of my life. I thought of you today, but that is nothing new. I think of you in silence, for what it meant to lose you. Remembering you is easy; I do it every day. It’s the heartache of losing you, and the missing part is the hardest....
William E. Cronin, III
Jul 1, 2026
William E. Cronin, III June 2, 1940 – July 1, 2026
William E. “Bill” Cronin, III, 86, of Bluffton, SC, formerly of Medford and Stow, MA and Hampton, NH passed away July 1, 2026. He was the beloved husband of Lorraine Bartlett Cronin, with whom he shared 60 years of marriage.
Early Life and Education
Born on June 2, 1940, Bill was the...
Dorothy Jeanette Cooper
Jun 30, 2026
Dorothy Jeanette Heape Cooper, 94, born in Pritchardville, South Carolina, lived a life defined by love, adventure, laughter, and family. She graduated from Andrews High School and began her career as the manager of the Hallmark Card Store at Oglethorpe Mall in Savannah, Georgia. She later worked at the Chatham County Tag Office, where she was known for her dedication...
Jeanne Mooney
Jun 29, 2026
Jeanne Mildred Mooney, 99, of Ridgeland, SC, formerly of St. Louis, MO, passed away on June 29, 2026 at home.
She was born in St. Louis, MO on October 22, 1926 to the late Watson Wall Stevenson and Estelle Speady Stevenson.
Jeanne worked for many years as a secretary for the United States Army.
A visitation will be held on Monday, July 20,...
Peter Melville Lauer
Jun 29, 2026
Peter Melville Lauer, born September 13, 1943, in Huntington, New York, passed away on June 29th, 2026. He will be greatly missed by family and friends.
Pete grew up in Commack, New York. He graduated from Hauppauge High School in 1961. In school he was a track and field athlete, running cross country events. After high school, Pete served in the...
Charles A. Waters
Jun 28, 2026
Charles A. Waters, 79, of Bluffton, SC passed away Sunday, June 28, 2026 after a brief illness. He was born in Roanoke Rapids, NC, the son of the late Rudolph and Lula Bryant Waters. He worked as a Design Engineer for Michelin Tire Company.
Charles is survived by his wife, Janet Waters; daughter, Candice Waters; brother, Rudy Waters; sister, Edith Waters;...
Dorothy Domin
Jun 28, 2026
It is with heavy hearts and profound love that we announce the passing of Dorothy Elaine Domin, who departed this earthly life on June 28, 2026, at the age of 88. Dorothy was born on May 20, 1938, in Cleveland, Ohio, to Edward and Julia Fischer, when she began a journey marked by faith, family, service, and friendship. A proud...
Ralph W. Hoerner, Jr. "Jack"
Jun 27, 2026
Ralph W. Hoerner, Jr. ("Jack"), of Sun City Hilton Head, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, June 27, 2026. Born on August 14, 1938, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Jack was the son of the late Margaret Kuhn Hoerner and Dr. Ralph Warren Hoerner. A graduate of Saint Joseph’s University, where he was enrolled in ROTC, he proudly served in the...
George Adam Simoneaux
Jun 27, 2026
George Adam Simoneaux, 55, of Bluffton, South Carolina, passed away unexpectedly on June 27, 2026. His passing leaves an immeasurable void in the hearts of his family, friends, and the countless people whose lives were made better simply by knowing him.
Born on June 6, 1971, in Savannah, Georgia, Adam was the beloved son of Lee and June Simoneaux. He grew...
Andrew L. Arruza
Jun 25, 2026
Andrew Louis Arruza, 86, of Bluffton, SC passed away Thursday, June 25, 2026 at his home.
Andy was born January 26, 1940 in Poughkeepsie, NY to the late Leocadio Arruza and Margaret Demaroney Arruza. He attended school in Milbrook, NY and Blowing Rock, NC. He proudly served in the U.S. Navy in the Vietnam War, and as a U.S. Amy Chaplain...
Frances Andrea Schneider
Jun 24, 2026
FRANCES ANDREA SCHNEIDER
July 27, 1932 – June 24, 2026
On June 24, 2026: FRANCES ANDREA SCHNEIDER (nee Callens), beloved wife of the late William E. Schneider; loving mother of Margaret M. “Peggy” Hunsicker (Scott) and William A. Schneider (Brigid). In addition to her children, Andrea is survived by her grandchildren Dennis Colson and Kenneth Colson (Mary); great grandchildren Brennan, Taylor and...
Audrey J. Cebulski
Jun 23, 2026
Audrey J. Cebulski February 9, 1934 – June 23, 2026
Audrey J. Cebulski, 92, of Okatie, South Carolina, passed away peacefully on June 23, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.
Born in the Bronx to Rose and Sam Harris, Audrey carried her New York spirit with her throughout her life. After many years in New Jersey — the place she...
Rodney Wright
Jun 22, 2026
Rodney “Geech” Wright, 57, as he was lovingly called, passed away on Monday, June 22, 2026 at MUSC in Charleston, SC.
He was born on January 22, 1969 in Hampton, SC to the late Joseph Green and Lorine Wright. He was a landscaper.
He is survived by four sisters, Veronica (Matthew) Bolden, Angela (James) Lee, Carolyn (Victor) Simmons, Jeanie (Marvin) Bolden, five...
