Local Obituaries
for families in Charleston, James Island, Johns Island, Mount Pleasant, North Charleston, Hanahan, Goose Creek, Summerville, and beyond.
Dooley Bell Fava
July 1, 2023
Margaret Dooley Bell Fava, extraordinary wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and dear friend to so many, passed away peacefully, with her husband and three children beside her, on the morning of July 1, 2023. Dooley was the first-born daughter to her barber father and newspaper editor mother in Vicksburg, Mississippi on August 26, 1939. She was pretty as a picture,...
Sharon Hutchinson
June 24, 2023
Sharon Hutchinson, 70, of Charleston, SC, wife of Thurmand Gene Hutchinson, entered into eternal rest on the morning of Saturday, June 24, 2023, at her home.
The family will receive friends between 6:00 to 8:00 PM, Thursday, June 29, 2023, at the James A. McAlister Funeral Home, 1620 Savannah Highway, Charleston.
Sharon was born October...
Richard Earl Evans
June 21, 2023
Richard Earl “Wildman” Evans, 75, gained his wings on Wednesday, June 21, 2023, surrounded by his daughters and loved ones. Born in Battle Creek, MI on December 25, 1947, Richard was the son of the late Pauline Campbell George (Ellis), and TJ Evans. He graduated from Airport High School in 1966, and was a master plumber for over 40...
Richard E. Weatherford, Sr.
June 17, 2023
Richard E. Weatherford, Sr., owner of the Sand Dollar Social Club on Folly Beach, passed away Saturday, June 17, 2023. The relatives and friends of Richard E. Weatherford, Sr. are invited to attend a Gathering of Friends between 5:00 & 7:00 PM Thursday, June 22, 2023, at the James A. McAlister Funeral Home, 1620 Savannah Highway, Charleston. Richard was...
Kenny Salmorin
June 16, 2023
Adrian Kenneth Salmorin, Jr., 65, of Charleston, SC, husband of Michelle M. Salmorin, entered into eternal rest on June 16, 2023. His Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 AM, Thursday, June 22, 2023, at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, 5 St. Teresa Dr. The Rite of Committal will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery. The family will receive...
Mary White Leard
June 14, 2023
Mary Eleanor White Leard, 83, widow of the late James Caswell Leard, peacefully passed away at home Wenesday, June 14, 2023, after a long illness. The relatives and friends of Mary Eleanor White Leard are invited to attend her Funeral Service 2:00 PM Thursday, June 22, 2023 at the James A. McAlister Chapel, 1620 Savannah Highway, Charleston. The family...
John Basnett Legare Walpole
June 12, 2023
John's graveside services will be held at 11:00 AM, Thursday, June 15, 2023, at the Wilson-Walpole Family Cemetery on Wadmalaw Island. His grandsons will serve as pallbearers. The family will receive guests following the service at their home on Sunny Point.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to SC Gideons International ( www.gideons.org ) and...
Benjamin Karl Jantzen
June 7, 2023
Benjamin Karl Jantzen, 37, of James Island, SC, beloved son, father, brother and friend to many, passed away unexpectedly.
The relatives and friends of Benjamin Karl Jantzen are invited to attend his Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 11:30 AM Friday June 16, 2023, at Nativity Catholic Church 1061 Folly Road, James Island. A reception...
Hugh William Gorman, Sr.
June 7, 2023
Entered into eternal rest on June 7, 2023, Hugh William Gorman, Sr. of Meggett, SC .
His Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:30 AM, Saturday, June 10, 2023, at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church. The Rite of Committal will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery. The family will receive friends between 5:00 and 7:00 PM Friday...
George Altine
June 6, 2023
George Altine, 99, of Charleston, SC, entered into eternal rest Tuesday, June 06, 2023. The relatives and friends of Mr. George Altine are invited to attend his Funeral Service 1:00 PM Monday, June 12, 2023 at the Fort Johnson Baptist Church Family Life Center, 1473 Camp Road, Charleston. Interment will follow at Bethany Cemetery, Cunnington Avenue, Charleston. The family...
Jane C. Martin
June 3, 2023
Jane C. Martin, 91, of Charleston, SC, entered into eternal rest Saturday, June 03, 2023. Her Graveside Funeral will be held 11:00 AM Thursday, June 8, 2023 at St. Philip's Churchyard, 142 Church St., Charleston.
Jane was born April 26, 1932 in Charleston, a daughter of the late Mabel C. Goodwin and William Ortmann Copleston. She was...
Kimberly Ferneau Wallace
June 2, 2023
Kimberly Ferneau Wallace, of Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina, died Friday, June 2, 2023. Born in Marshall, Michigan on December 15, 1955, she lived her life and raised her children in both Charleston, South Carolina and Jackson, Mississippi, with deep ties to and relationships in both cities. A graduate of Bishop England High School, Kimberly took prerequisite courses at The...
Brittani C. Hough-Proffitt
May 29, 2023
It is with great sorrow that the DeVore, Hough and Proffitt families announce the passing of Brittani Hough-Proffitt of Charleston, South Carolina. She was surrounded by her loving family. Our Brittani was a brave, fearless, strong, kind, loyal, daughter, wife, mother, sister and friend and godly child of Christ. In October 2022, she was diagnosed with Adenocarcinoma, and in...
Bill Koester
May 23, 2023
William 'Bill' John Koester, Sr., 94, of Charleston, SC, died May 23, 2023.
His Vigil Service will be held at 7:00 PM, Friday, June 2, 2023, at the James A. McAlister Funeral Home, 1620 Savannah Hwy, Charleston. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Burial at Holy Cross Cemetery...
George Patrick Young
May 21, 2023
George Patrick Young, 80, entered into eternal rest on Sunday, May 21, 2023 after a brief but devastating illness. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 11:00 AM Friday May 26, 2023, at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, 5 St. Teresa Drive, Charleston. The Rite of Committal will follow at St. Lawrence Cemetery. The family will receive friends between...
Joann "Jodie" Parker
May 14, 2023
Mrs. JoAnn S. 'Jodie' Parker, 89, widow of Charles M. Parker, Sr., entered into her Heavenly Father's home on Mother's Day, Sunday, May 14, 2023.
Her Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 12:00 PM Saturday, May 20, 2023 at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, 5 St. Teresa Drive, Charleston. The Rite of Committal at Holy Cross Cemetery...
James Avent Tadlock
May 11, 2023
We are heartbroken to announce the death of James (Jim) Avent Tadlock, 76, of North Charleston, SC. He passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on Thursday, May 11, 2023. Jim will be remembered by many for his love of the simple things in life. He enjoyed relaxing on the beach, seafood dinners with family and friends, long mountain drives...
Gregory Lee Walker
May 8, 2023
Gregory Lee Walker, 32, of Charleston, SC, entered into eternal rest Monday, May 8th, 2023. Family and friends of Gregory are invited to attend a Visitation between 1:00 & 3:00 PM Saturday, May 20, 2023 at James A. McAlister Funeral Home, 1620 Savannah Highway, Charleston. Gregory will be missed every day by his son Bodhi R. Walker, his parents...
John "Jay" Gilmore Game, Jr.
May 8, 2023
John Gilmore Game, Jr. , 'Jay', passed unexpectedly on Monday, May 8, 2023 at MUSC in Charleston, SC at the age of 55. The relatives and friends of John "Jay" Gilmore Game, Jr. are invited to attend his Funeral Service 11:00 AM Wednesday, May 17, 2023 from the chapel of the James A. McAlister Funeral Home, 1620 Savannah Highway,...
Assunta Diliegro
May 6, 2023
Assunta DiLiegro, widow of Nicholas DiLiegro, entered eternal rest on Saturday, May 6th, 2023 in Charleston, SC. She was born on October 10th, 1946, in Gaeta, Italy, to her late parents, Erasmo and Teresa Viola.
Her Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 11:00 AM Friday, May 12, 2023 at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, 5 St. Teresa...
