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James L. Dodson, Jr.

James L. Dodson, Jr.

February 16, 2024

James Lacy Dodson, Jr., of Charleston SC, passed away on February 16, 2024.

Jim was born on April 3, 1934 in Columbia, SC. He was a graduate of the Citadel Class of 1955. He went on to serve as a Captain in the U.S. Army, before returning to Columbia to serve as the CEO of his family...

Kathryn D. Crowder

Kathryn D. Crowder

February 10, 2024

Kathryn Leah Crowder, 81, passed away peacefully at her West Ashley home in Charleston, SC, on February 10, 2024. She is survived by her husband of 60 years, Alvin F. Crowder, Jr. and her four children, Mary Beth Rivers (Richey) of Moncks Corner, Alvin Crowder (Anita) of Petersburg, Virginia, Ken Crowder (Kristi) of North Augusta and Karyn Norris (Chip)...

Robert Malcolm Chevrier

Robert Malcolm Chevrier

February 10, 2024

Robert M. "Bobby" Chevrier, 70, of Charleston, SC, died Saturday, February 10, 2024. His Funeral Service will be held 11:00 AM, Tuesday, February 20, 2024 at the graveside, Live Oak Memorial Gardens, 3093 Ashley River Road, Charleston. The family will receive friends from 5:00 until 7:00 PM Monday, at the James A. McAlister Funeral Home, 1620 Savannah Highway.

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David William Siddons

David William Siddons

February 6, 2024

David William Siddons passed away unexpectedly Feb. 6, 2024, at his Kiawah Island, SC home.

David was a 1982 graduate of Hillsboro High School, where he ran track, enjoyed cruising uptown Hillsboro and made many lasting friendships. He treasured seeing his classmates at class reunions. He also attended Miami University in Oxford, Ohio, where he earned a...

Doris Zito

Doris Zito

February 1, 2024

Doris Zito of Charleston, SC and formerly of Southold NY, joined the Angels on Thursday, February 1, 2024 surrounded by her family. She was 87 years old. Her Liturgy of the Word will be celebrated 10:00 AM, Thursday, February 8, 2024 at the James A. McAlister Chapel, 1620 Savannah Highway, Charleston. The Rite of Committal will follow at Holy...

Rick Cooper

Rick Cooper

January 23, 2024

Richard Thomas "Rick" Cooper, 66, died Tuesday, January 23, 2024, at Shem Creek Health Center in the loving arms of his soulmate, Elisa Norton Cooper. Rick is survived by his wife, Elisa; his three sons, Michael Thomas Cooper [Emily], William Lindsey Cooper and Thomas Norton Cooper; his two grandsons, Daniel Thomas Cooper and Henry Fields Cooper; his five siblings,...

Devin Renard Mitchell

Devin Renard Mitchell

January 20, 2024

Devin Renard Mitchell, 43, of Charleston, SC entered into eternal rest on January 20, 2024.

The relatives and friends of Devin Renard Mitchell are invited to attend his Funeral Service 1:00 PM, Saturday, January 27, 2024, at the James A. McAlister Chapel, 1620 Savannah Hwy, Charleston. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service....

Daniel Lawrence Croghan

Daniel Lawrence Croghan

January 19, 2024

Daniel Lawrence Croghan, 88, of Charleston, SC, entered into eternal rest on Friday, January 19, 2024.

His Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 AM, Thursday, January 25, 2024, at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, 5 St. Teresa Dr. The Rite of Committal will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the...

Bob Imbus

Bob Imbus

January 18, 2024

Robert “Bob” Imbus, 95, entered into heaven in the early morning hours of January 18, 2024, surrounded by his family.

Bob was born November 22, 1928, in Cincinnati, Ohio, the son of Herman Joseph Imbus and Agnes Marie Everhard. After graduation from Central High School Bob entered the Army where he learned to translate and send the...

Elizabeth Cole Conway

Elizabeth Cole Conway

January 17, 2024

Elizabeth Cole “Libby” Conway of Charleston, SC was called home by God on January 17, 2024 at age 96. Libby was born on July 16, 1927 in Charleston to Maude Torlay Cole and Charles Edgar Cole. She graduated from Memminger High School, the University of South Carolina (BA Journalism) and completed courses in Education at the College of Charleston....

Whitney Carolyn Audley

Whitney Carolyn Audley

January 16, 2024

Whitney Carolyn Audley was born on April 26, 1982 at the Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in Fairborn, Ohio and passed into the Lord’s hands at home in West Ashley, Charleston, South Carolina on January 16, 2024 at 4:26 am with her mother and brother, Christopher, by her side. Whitney was a complex and special person. She had a special...

James William Horkey

James William Horkey

January 10, 2024

James W. Horkey, 84, of Charleston, SC, husband of Lois S. Horkey, entered into eternal rest Wednesday, January 10, 2024 of old age and natural causes. The relatives and friends of James and Lois Horkey are invited to attend his Mass of Christian Burial 11:00 AM Saturday, January 20, 2024 at Saint Joseph’s Catholic Church, 1659 Raoul Wallenberg Blvd.,...

Louis Martin Synnett

Louis Martin Synnett

January 6, 2024

Louis Martin Synnett passed away on Saturday, January 6, 2024. He was in the presence of his parents and had a brief and holy life. Every day is a gift, and no life is without purpose. 'Truly, I say to you, unless you turn and become like little children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven.' Louis is the...

William Julius Richter, Jr.

William Julius Richter, Jr.

January 2, 2024

It is with great sadness that the family of William Julius (Bill) Richter, Jr. announces his passing.

His Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 AM, Friday, January 5, 2024, at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church. The Rite of Committal will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery. The family will receive friends between 4:00 and 6:00 PM,...

Ruth Mains Teppersmith

Ruth Mains Teppersmith

January 1, 2024

Ruth M. Teppersmith, 72, of Charleston, SC passed away unexpectedly on January 1, 2024.

Ruth is survived by her wife, Jacqueline (Jac); her sister, Patricia; her brother, Michael and many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews and great-great-nieces.

She was predeceased by her mother and father, Dorothy and Charles Mains; her brothers, Chuck and Brian Mains; her...

Bill Boulter

Bill Boulter

December 30, 2023

William Vaughn Boulter, 93, husband of Lynette E. Boulter of Charleston, SC, entered into eternal rest peacefully, surrounded by his family, Saturday, December 30, 2023. The relatives and friends of Bill and Lynn Boulter are invited to attend his Funeral Service 2:00 PM Monday, January 8, 2024 from the Fort Johnson Baptist Church Family Life Center, 1473 Camp Road,...

James David Moore

James David Moore

December 25, 2023

David Moore, 82, of Charleston, SC, husband of Patricia F. Moore, entered into eternal rest Monday, December 25, 2023 at home after a short battle with cancer. The relatives and friends of David and Patricia Moore are invited to attend his Mass of Christian Burial 10:00 AM Saturday, January 6, 2024 at Our Lady of Good Counsel Catholic Church,...

Dorothy Mixson Maginn

Dorothy Mixson Maginn

December 20, 2023

Dorothy Mixson Maginn entered into eternal rest at home surrounded by her loving family on Wednesday, December 20, 2023. Her Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 11:00 AM, Thursday, December 28, 2023 at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, 5 St. Teresa Drive, Charleston. The Rite of Committal will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery, 604 Fort Johnson Road, James Island....

Col. Donald Lee Wolfswinkel

Col. Donald Lee Wolfswinkel

December 18, 2023

MT. PLEASANT – With great sadness, the family of Colonel Donald L. Wolfswinkel, USAF Retired, announces that he died peacefully at Somerby of Mt. Pleasant on December 18, 2023, at the age of 86 with his wife, Ronnie, beside him. Don was born in Hull, Iowa on March 2, 1937, to Bernie and Ruth TenHaken Wolfswinkel. He was the...

Nancy Limehouse Morrow

Nancy Limehouse Morrow

December 17, 2023

Nancy Limehouse Morrow entered into eternal rest on Sunday, December 17, 2023.

Her Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 AM, Friday, December 22, 2023, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. The family will receive friends at the home of Nancy and David Morrow following the service. The Rite of Committal will be private.

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