Local Obituaries
for families in Charleston, James Island, Johns Island, Mount Pleasant, North Charleston, Hanahan, Goose Creek, Summerville, and beyond.
Gilbert Allen Pucino
September 15, 2026
Gilbert Allen "Gil" Pucino, husband of Candy S. Pucino of Charleston, entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, September 15, 2026. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 1:00 PM on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 1695 Raoul Wallenberg Blvd., Charleston. The Rite of Committal will follow at the church Columbarium. The family will receive...
Jean M. Ferrara
September 11, 2026
Jean Murray Ferrara passed away on Friday evening, September 11, 2026, at Roper St. Francis Hospital in downtown Charleston, after suffering a stroke at home earlier that day. She was 100 years old.
Jean was born at Greenville Hospital in Greenville, South Carolina, on October 9, 1925, to Bessie Morris Murray and James H. Murray. A few years later, her parents...
Clare G. Ryan
September 8, 2026
Eulalia "Clare" Gomperts Ryan passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at the remarkable age of 106. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 11:00 AM Thursday, September 17, 2026. The Rite of Committal will take place that afternoon at the Grahamville Cemetery in Ridgeland, SC. The family will receive friends between 5:00 and 7:00 PM...
Mary Louise Schabel
September 5, 2026
Mary Louise Schabel died peacefully with her daughter and son-in-law by her side on Saturday, September 5, 2026, at Lowcountry Community Hospice House in Summerville, South Carolina, after a long illness.
Born to Alicia and Richard Heilenday on May 19, 1950, at Margaret Hague Hospital in Elizabeth, New Jersey, Mary Louise attended St. Vincent's Hospital School of Nursing and Hunter College...
Malcolm D. Todd, Jr.
September 3, 2026
Malcolm D. Todd, Jr., 86, of Murrells Inlet, South Carolina, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on September 3, 2026. Born on April 29, 1940, in Loris, South Carolina, he graduated from Loris High School in 1958 and furthered his education at Columbia Business School. Malcolm dedicated his career to the electronics industry, serving as a sales manager at Arrow...
Sarah McQueen Warren
August 25, 2026
Sarah McQueen Brown WarrenSarah McQueen Brown Warren, known to all as Sally, was born on July 2, 1939, and passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, at the age of 87, surrounded by her loving family.
Sally was born and raised in Charleston, South Carolina, to the late William O. Brown, Jr., and Jean McQueen Brown. She attended Ashley...
Viola Sadlowsky Defourneaux
August 22, 2026
Viola Sadlowsky Defourneaux, of Charleston, SC, passed away at her home Saturday, August 22, 2026 at the age of 89. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 1:00 PM Friday, August 28, 2026 at Nativity Catholic Church, 1061 Folly Road, James Island. The Rosary will be recited just prior to the Mass. The Rite of Committal will follow at...
Joseph Maxwell Tezza III
August 21, 2026
Joseph Maxwell "Max" Tezza III, of Sullivan's Island, South Carolina and Marietta, Georgia entered into eternal rest on Friday, August 21, 2026, at the age of 38.A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 11:00 AM, Friday, September 4, 2026, at Stella Maris Catholic Church, 1204 Middle Street, Sullivan's Island. The Rite of Committal will follow at St. Lawrence Cemetery,...
Charles Willard Mims, Jr.
August 19, 2026
Charles "Chuck" Willard Mims, 81, passed away peacefully at his home in Edisto Island, South Carolina on August 19, 2026 following a brief bout with Acute Myeloid Leukemia. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 11:00 AM Thursday, August 27, 2026 at St. Frederick and St. Stephen Catholic Church, 544 Hwy. 174, Edisto Island, SC. The Rite of Committal...
Steven Lee Beery
August 13, 2026
Steven Lee Beery, a beloved father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away peacefully in Charleston, SC on August 13, 2026, at the age of 84.
Steve was born in Freer, Texas, to Roy F. Beery Sr. and Marjorie Ligon Beery. He grew up in Houston and attended Lamar High School, and was a standout running back on the football team....
Joanne Margaret Baker
August 10, 2026
Joanne Margaret Baker, 64, of Goose Creek, South Carolina, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 10, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.The family will receive friends at 3:00 PM, Saturday, August 15, 2026, at the James A. McAlister Funeral Home followed by a Service to celebrate Joanne's life at 4:00 PM. Interment will be private.Born in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina,...
Robert Edward Anderson, Sr.
August 9, 2026
Robert Edward Anderson, Sr., 90, of Charleston, SC entered into eternal rest on August 9, 2026.Robert was born on February 23, 1936, in Nashville, Tennessee to the late Edward and Ernestine B. Anderson. He was a graduate of Cristobal High School located in Panama. Robert, lovingly known as Bob or Andy to his family and friends, lived a life defined...
Sam Elias Latto
August 8, 2026
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Sam Elias Latto, who left this world surrounded by his family on August 8, 2026 at the age of 69. He was born on February 19, 1957 in Charleston SC, son of the late Elias S. Latto (Louie) and the late Barbara Gigis Latto. Sam is survived by his...
Paul Gerard Edwards
August 4, 2026
Paul G. Edwards was born on March 12,1952 in Montclair, NJ. He was the middle of three sons born to long-time Montclair residents Robert F. and Kathryn Edwards. Paul attended Montclair public schools where he was a two-time All State lacrosse player and part of the group of men credited with turning Montclair into a state powerhouse. He then attended...
Sandra Lee Unger
July 31, 2026
Sandra L. Unger entered into eternal rest on Friday, July 31, 2026 at the age of 86. Her Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 11:00 AM Friday, August 21, 2026 at St. Mary's Catholic Church, 4255 Highway 165, Younges Island. The Rite of Committal will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery.
Sandra was born in Syracuse, NY a daughter to...
Donald E. Moors, Jr.
July 27, 2026
Donald "Don" Edward Moors, Jr., 76, of Charleston, South Carolina, a beloved spiritual mentor, devoted husband, brother, father, and grandfather peacefully passed away at home on Monday, July 27, 2026.
Born in Old Town, Maine on May 31, 1950, the son of the late Donald E. and Mary (Ouellette) Moors, Sr. For Don, and his sister, Janet "Net", childhood was shaped...
Thelma Scarborough Buchheit
July 21, 2026
Thelma Scarborough Buchheit, 87, of Charleston, entered into eternal rest Tuesday, July 21, 2026. The relatives and friends of Thelma Buchheit are invited to attend her funeral service 10:00 AM Saturday, July 25, 2026 at St. Mark United Methodist Church, 413 Geddes Avenue, Charleston. Interment will follow at the historic Christ Episcopal Churchyard, 5115 Hwy. 174, Hollywood, SC.Arrangements by James...
Paul William Bohac
July 20, 2026
It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Dr. Paul William Bohac, who left this world peacefully on July 20, 2026, at the age of 73. Born on June 9, 1953, in New York, NY, Dr. Paul lived a life dedicated to helping others as a gifted Doctor of Optometry. He served the communities of Johns Island, Kiawah,...
Jennifer Anne Morgan
July 18, 2026
Jennifer Anne Morgan, 49, passed away on July 18, 2026 surrounded by the love of her family.Born in Georgia and later making her home in Charleston, South Carolina, Jennifer lived a life rooted in love, kindness, and devotion to those around her. She had a passion for teaching children and found great joy in helping them learn and grow. She...
Carole Anne White
July 14, 2026
Carole Anne White passed peacefully at home on July 14, 2026, while praying the Rosary with her family.Her Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 2:00 PM, Monday, July 20, 2026, at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, 5 St. Teresa Drive, Charleston. The Rite of Committal will follow at St. Lawrence Cemetery, 60 Huguenin Avenue. The family will receive friends between...
