Local Obituaries
for families in Charleston, James Island, Johns Island, Mount Pleasant, North Charleston, Hanahan, Goose Creek, Summerville, and beyond.
George Griffith, Jr.
January 19, 2026
George Louis Griffith "Skipper", Jr., 81, of Johns Island, SC entered into eternal rest on Monday, January 19, 2026, at his home surrounded by his loving family.His Funeral Service will be 12:00 PM, Friday, January 23, 2026, at the James A. McAlister Chapel, 1620 Savannah Highway, Charleston. The burial will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery, 604 Fort Johnson Road. The...
Terre Stevens
January 16, 2026
Terre Williams Stevens, 74, wife of Wyatt Stevens of Johns Island, went to be with her Heavenly Father on Friday, January 16, 2026, surrounded by love.
Born November 21, 1951 to the late Cecil B. Williams and Katherine Rivers Williams of James Island, Terre grew up in a family where a love for plants was deeply intertwined with a desire to...
John Soffera
January 14, 2026
John Anthony "Johnny" Soffera, 69, of Huger, SC entered into eternal rest Wednesday, January 14, 2026. Johnny was born in Charleston, SC to the late Joseph D. and Mary Maginn Soffera. He is survived by his devoted wife of nearly 24 years, Sheila Russell Soffera of Huger, SC; his daughters, Chelsea Soffera (David Debruhl) of Allendale, SC, Susan Elkins (AJ)...
Dennis Higgs
January 12, 2026
Dennis E. Higgs, 77, of Charleston, South Carolina passed away peacefully on January 12th, embraced by the love of his family in his final moments. He was the devoted husband of Kelly Higgs and loving father of Stacey Gros (Kevin), and a doting grandfather to Parker and Addison Gros.
Dennis was a truly kind soul who brightened every room he entered....
Joe Badger
January 10, 2026
Beloved husband and father, Joe Ivey Badger of Charleston, SC died Saturday, January 10, 2026. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 11:30 AM Thursday, January 15, 2026 at Nativity Catholic Church, 1061 Folly Road, Charleston. The Rite of Committal will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery, 604 Fort Johnson Road. The family will receive friends between 5:00 & 7:00...
Carium Joseph
January 5, 2026
Carium Joseph, MD (b.10/6/29), son of Moses and Sadda Joseph of Greeleyville, SC entered into eternal rest on Monday January 5, 2026. He is survived by his children, Kathy Joseph Macaron, Kevin Joseph, Dr. Molly Joseph (Scott Pressler) , Amy Joseph Collins (Bryan Collins), Jennifer Joseph Fraser (Keith Fraser); his grandchildren, Megan Geckle Giebler (Matthew Giebler), Dr. Hannah Pressler, Luke...
Ralph Campbell
January 1, 2026
Ralph Dean Campbell, born on October 30, 1960 in Charleston, South Carolina, passed away suddenly on January 1, 2026. A beloved figure in his community, Ralph dedicated his life to the food and beverage industry, where he achieved notable success as a Club Manager. His career spanned several decades across South Carolina and Michigan, where he cultivated a deep knowledge...
Kelly Ann Bongard
December 31, 2025
Kelly Ann Heistand (Bongard), 65, of Johns Island, South Carolina, passed away on December 31, 2025. Kelly Ann's Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 AM, Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at Holy Spirit Catholic Church, 3871 Betsy Kerrison Pkwy, Johns Island. The Rite of Committal will follow in the Churchyard. A reception will follow at The Estuary, 3538...
Beatrice McCulloch
December 30, 2025
Beatrice Mary Burkhardt McCulloch, 82, of Charleston, SC, widow of James H. McCulloch, Sr. entered into eternal rest on December 30, 2025. Beatrice was born February 7, 1943 in Charleston, SC. She is a daughter of the late Edward J. Burkhardt, Sr. and Beatrice C. Strickland Burkhardt . Beatrice was a beautiful woman who loved every person she met unconditionally....
Betty Walters
December 29, 2025
Betty King Walters, 89, of Charleston South Carolina passed away peacefully on December 29, 2025. Betty was the beloved wife of Herman Walters for over 70 years.
Betty had a deep appreciation for the beauty of nature, especially the vibrant magnolia blooms, camellias and colorful azaleas. Her love of music, she held dear, particularly for the piano. She will be...
Dorothy Costello
December 21, 2025
Dorothy Stassun Costello, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, December 21, 2025, after a courageous year-long battle with cancer. She was 71. With extraordinary grace, faith, and quiet strength, Dot faced her diagnosis with unwavering determination. Along her journey, she touched the hearts of countless patients, families, nurses, and physicians, offering kindness,...
Judith Davis
December 20, 2025
Judith K. Davis, of Hanahan, SC, widow of the late Tony J. Davis, entered into eternal rest on Saturday, December 20th, 2025.
Judy Davis - wife, mother, teacher, friend, and servant of God.
Judy was born November 23, 1939, in Florence, SC, a daughter of the late George Edward Kendall, and Minnie Magnolia H. Kendall, with an older brother Charles, and a...
Tracy Emily Wilson
December 15, 2025
Tracy Emily Wilson, 40, passed away on December 3, 2025, in her home of North Charleston, SC.
Tracy is survived by her mother, Nancy Wilson of North Charleston, SC; Jeremy Tishuk of North Charleston, SC; aunt Judy Wilson of Mt. Pleasant, SC; aunt Diane Bennett of Texas, aunt Cindy Butler Rasche of Dublin, OH; and cousins, Jerry, Roger, Blaze, Tyler, Eric...
Irene Seyle
December 13, 2025
Irene Phillips Seyle, 87, widow of the late Russell Willard Seyle, entered into eternal rest Saturday, December 13, 2025. The relatives and friends of Irene Seyle are invited to attend her Funeral Service 3:00 PM Thursday, December 18, 2025 at the James A. McAlister Chapel, 1620 Savannah Highway, Charleston. The Rite of Committal will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery on...
Jane Tyler
December 12, 2025
Jane Leslie Tyler, beloved mother, grandmother, aunt, sister and physician, drew her last breath on the morning of December 12, 2025, in the company of her children whom she loved with all her heart and soul. She fought a valiant and noble three-year battle against esophageal cancer in which she displayed the determination, resilience and courage that exemplified her life....
Rita Murray
December 10, 2025
Rita Catherine Murray, 66, of North Charleston, South Carolina, passed away peacefully on December 10, 2025, from natural causes. Born on February 25, 1959, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Rita was a loving wife to Steve Mislan and a devoted mother to her children. She cherished her family deeply and took great joy in cooking for holidays and family gatherings, always making...
Deborah Hoppmann
December 9, 2025
Deborah Eslick Hoppmann, of Mt Pleasant, South Carolina, received her heavenly reward on December 9, 2025.A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 12:00 PM, Thursday, December 18, 2025, at Stella Maris Catholic Church, 1204 Middle Street, Sullivan's Island. The family will receive friends between 5:00 and 7:00 PM, Wednesday evening, to celebrate her life at the James A McAlister...
Evelyn Blyth
December 8, 2025
Evelyn Soubeyroux Blyth, 103, loving wife and mother, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Monday, December 8, 2025. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 11:00 AM, Friday, December 12, 2025, at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church. The Rite of Committal will follow at St. Lawrence Cemetery, 60 Huguenin Avenue, Charleston. The family will receive friends between 9:30 and...
Charles Aimar Sullivan, Jr.
December 6, 2025
Charles Aimar Sullivan Jr. 56, died Saturday December 6 unexpectantly at his home in Greenville SC. He was born February 10,1969 in Charleston SC to Charles Aimar Sullivan and Sarah Calhoun McBee. He was a descendant of John C. Calhoun and Vardry McBee, who is considered the founding father of Greenville SC. Raised in Charleston, Charles attended Bishop England and...
Christel Platt
December 3, 2025
Christel G. Platt, widow of the late David E. Platt, a dedicated nurse and cherished member of her community, passed away peacefully on December 3, 2025, at the age of 99. The relatives and friends of Christel G. Platt are invited to attend her funeral service 11:00 AM Thursday, December 11, 2025 at the James A. McAlister Chapel, 1620 Savannah...
