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Brownie Sanders

Brownie Sanders

April 9, 2021

Samuel Brown Sanders, Jr., 81, of Charleston, known to his friends and family as “Brownie”, passed away Friday, April 9, 2021 while under Hospice Care.  He was born April 27, 1939, and was raised in Charleston. He attended St. Andrews High School, the Citadel and Clemson University.

Brownie was an avid boater and enjoyed spending summers at...

Marshall Martin, Jr.

Marshall Martin, Jr.

April 6, 2021

G. Marshall Martin Jr., 94, passed away on April 6, 2021, at his home in Charleston, SC. Marshall was predeceased by his wife Shirley (Anderson).

He was born on October 8, 1926, in Cincinnati, Ohio to Margaret (White) and George Marshall Martin. He was a graduate of Withrow High School and Miami University, Class of 1954. He...

Sharon O'Brien Doniphan

Sharon O'Brien Doniphan

March 24, 2021

Sharon O'Brien Doniphan, 66, wife of Francis Rhett Doniphan of Johns Island, SC, entered into eternal rest Wednesday, March 24, 2021. Her Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 11:30 AM Wednesday, March 31, 2021 at Nativity Catholic Church, 1061 Folly Road, James Island. The Rite of Committal will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery. As per COVID-19 protocols, all...

Jacque Duren Donoho

Jacque Duren Donoho

March 23, 2021

Jacque Duren Donoho, 69, of Charleston, SC, entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, March 23, 2021.

Her Funeral Service will be held at 10:00 AM, Saturday, March 27, 2021, at the James A. McAlister Chapel, 1620 Savannah Hwy, Charleston. Burial will follow at Live Oak Memorial Gardens.  The family will receive friends between 5:00 and 7:00 PM,...

Frank Sanguinetti

Frank Sanguinetti

March 22, 2021

With profound sadness we announce the passing of our loving and devoted husband and father, Frank Sanguinetti on March 22, 2021. He is greatly missed by his wife, Cheryl and his children Nathan, Claire, and Max. His gentle spirit touched many lives.

Frank was born February 21, 1969 in Natchez, Mississippi. He is survived by his mother...

Sister Mary Thomas

Sister Mary Thomas

March 20, 2021

Sister Mary Thomas Neal, a Sister of Charity of Our Lady of Mercy, died at May Forest, the Motherhouse of the Congregation on March 20, 2021. Sr. Mary Thomas, formerly Barbara Ann Neal was born in Summerville, SC on November 11, 1935. A graduate of Summerville High School, Summerville, SC she received a Bachelor of Arts degree in English...

Diane Richards Waddell

Diane Richards Waddell

March 20, 2021

Diane Richards Waddell, 64, of Ladson, SC, wife of Hillis Edward Waddell, died at home on Saturday, March 20, 2021, after a battle with cancer.

Her Funeral Service will be held at 2:00 PM, Thursday, March 25, 2021, at the graveside, Holy Cross Cemetery. Diane was born in Charleston, SC, the daughter of Edward P. Richards, Jr....

James Philip Anderson

James Philip Anderson

March 19, 2021

James Philip Anderson, beloved husband of Carolyn Nesbitt Anderson, died peacefully surrounded by his family on March 19, 2021. He was preceded in death by his parents, Arthur Eugene Anderson, Sr. and Mary Alma Bean Anderson, his sister Theresa Anderson Luhrs and his brothers Arthur Eugene Anderson, Jr, and Bernard Anderson. He is survived by his devoted wife of...

Mary Ann Dutart Silver

Mary Ann Dutart Silver

March 10, 2021

Mary Ann DuTart Silver, entered into eternal rest Wednesday, March 10, 2021. Mary Ann was born July 13, 1938, in Wando, SC, a daughter of Philip Pepper DuTart and Frances Johnson DuTart. She was a graduate of Moultrie High School and attended the St. Francis Xavier Hospital and Roper Hospital Schools of Radiologic Technology. Mary Ann was a member...

Jerry Lee "Jb" Underwood

Jerry Lee "Jb" Underwood

March 3, 2021

On March 3, 2021, at 8:07 PM, Jerry “JB” Lee Underwood, 74, surrounded by his wife, his daughter and his Sabalridge family, went home to Jesus. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, March 15 at 10:30 AM at St. Mary of the Annunciation Catholic Church at 95 Hasell Street, Charleston, with Father Gregory West and...

Mary Cale Zahedi

Mary Cale Zahedi

March 2, 2021

Mary Cale Zahedi entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, March 2, 2021. Mary was born in Charleston on February 2, 1958, the daughter of the late Harry Cale, Jr. and the late Mary Heuer Cale. She loved spending summers at the beach on Sullivan’s Island and enjoyed the Lowcountry lifestyle. Mary also loved taking her three dogs on evening...

Penelope T. Kanapaux

Penelope T. Kanapaux

February 27, 2021

Penelope “Pooh” Teague Kanapaux, 55, wife of Kelly Patrick Kanapaux, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on February 27, 2021, after a long illness.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend her Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 AM, Friday, March 5, 2021, at the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, 120 Broad St. The...

James E. Hanna, Sr.

James E. Hanna, Sr.

February 25, 2021

James E. Hanna Sr., 89, US Army retired, retired SC State Ports Authority Chief of Police and widower of the late Mary K. Hanna, entered into eternal rest Thursday, February 25, 2021. The relatives and friends of James E. Hanna, Sr. are invited attend his Visitation between 5:00 and 7:00 PM Monday, March 1, 2021 at the James A....

Tu Tran

Tu Tran

February 24, 2021

Mr. Tu tran is Vietnamese - American Honored Officer, who supported the US Military throughout the Vietnam War since its beginnings in the 1960s.

Mr. Tran sacrificed his freedom in pursuing the protection of Human Rights that would be taken away with a Communist takeover in Vietnam. Despite his dedication and commitment to protect all that is...

Ralph Odell Clary

Ralph Odell Clary

February 24, 2021

Ralph Odell Clary, 94, of James Island, husband of Margie Willis Clary, entered into eternal rest on February 24, 2021. The relatives and friends of Ralph and Margie Clary are invited to attend his Graveside service 1:30 PM Tuesday, March 2, 2021 at Holy Cross Cemetery, 604 Fort Johnson Road, James Island.

Ralph was born February 16,...

Mary Josephine Cale

Mary Josephine Cale

February 20, 2021

Mary H. Cale, a retired bank clerk and wife of the late Harry D. Cale, Jr., entered into eternal rest on February 20, 2021.

Mary was born in Charleston, SC on March 26, 1932, the daughter of Edward H. and Josephine M. Heuer.  She was a devout Catholic and will be remembered for her kindness and generosity...

Elie Macaron, Jr.

Elie Macaron, Jr.

February 20, 2021

Elie Macaron, Jr. entered into eternal rest Saturday, February 20, 2021.

The relatives and friends of Elie Macaron, Jr. are invited to attended a Gathering of Friends between 5:00 and 7:00 PM Friday, February 26, 2021 at the James A. McAlister Funeral Home, 1620 Savannah Highway.

Elie was a licensed architect for 35 years in...

Fred Lee Cloessner

Fred Lee Cloessner

February 17, 2021

Fred Lee Cloessner, 95, widower of Vondine Mack Cloessner and a retired Mechanical Engineer for the Charleston Naval Shipyard, entered into eternal rest Wednesday February 17, 2021. The relatives and friends of Fred Lee Cloessner are invited to attend his Funeral Service 2:00 PM Monday, February 22, 2021 from the Graveside at the Beulah United Methodist Church Cemetery, 1577...

Patricia Lynn Davis Runey

Patricia Lynn Davis Runey

February 17, 2021

Patricia Davis Runey, 65, wife of Paul M. Runey, passed away peacefully February 17, 2021, after a long illness.

Her Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 AM, Tuesday, February 23, 2021, at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church. The Rite of Committal will be at a later date. The family will receive friends between 4:00 and...

Philip Anthony Scheurer

Philip Anthony Scheurer

February 14, 2021

Philip Anthony (Phil) Scheurer, 77, of Johns Island, South Carolina, passed on to his just rewards on February 14, 2021, surrounded by his wife, Nancy, and his sons, Chris and Mark. By his own account, he lived a wonderful life before succumbing to the travails of pulmonary fibrosis, which he contracted in his later years. As he summed it...

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