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John Stephen Canning

John Stephen Canning

April 17, 2025

John Stephen Canning, a devoted husband, father, grandfather and respected engineer, passed away on April 17, 2025, at the age of 77 in Charleston, South Carolina.

His Funeral Service will be held at 2:00 PM, Friday, April 25, 2025, at the James A. McAlister Chapel, 1620 Savannah Highway, Charleston, SC. The family will receive friends one hour...

Harriott Pinckney Means Johnson

Harriott Pinckney Means Johnson

April 16, 2025

Harriott Pinckney Means Johnson, 94, of Mount Pleasant, SC passed away peacefully at her home on April 16, 2025.

Harriott's Funeral Service will be at 1:00 PM, Monday, May 5, 2025, at St. Michael's Church. Interment will follow in St. Michael's Churchyard.

Harriott was born on February 17, 1931, in Charleston, SC to William Martin...

Mary Frances Moore Mckay

Mary Frances Moore Mckay

April 16, 2025

Mary Frances Moore McKay, 93, of Charleston, SC entered into eternal rest on April 16, 2025.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 AM, Friday, April 25, 2025, at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, 5 St. Teresa Drive, Charleston. The Rite of Committal will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery, 604 Fort Johnson Road.

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Brendan "Bear" Mccrann

Brendan "Bear" Mccrann

April 15, 2025

Brendan "Bear" McCrann, a loving family man, successful bond trader, and devout Catholic passed away peacefully surrounded by family on April 15, 2025.

Born March 13, 1947, Brendan lived a life with high spirits and a heartfelt love for his wife of almost 50 years, Cathie.

The "Bear" was an avid fan of the Clemson...

Jessica Torres Mcdonald

Jessica Torres Mcdonald

April 13, 2025

Jessica Torres McDonald, 46, of Charleston, SC passed away on April 13, 2025, from medical complications.

We ask that you remember her not for the way her life ended, but for the way it was lived, and for the profound impact it had on the lives of those who had the pleasure of knowing her.

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Joann Helms Gould

Joann Helms Gould

April 11, 2025

JoAnn Mary Helms Gould, 73, of North Charleston, SC, wife of Robert R. "Dickie" Gould, entered into eternal rest on April 11, 2025.

A visitation will be held between 5:00 and 7:00 PM, Thursday, April 17, 2025, at the James A. McAlister Funeral Home, 1620 Savannah Highway, Charleston. A private inurnment will be held at a later...

Toni Renee Kennally

Toni Renee Kennally

April 9, 2025

Toni Kennally, 51, of Charleston, SC died Wednesday, April 9, 2025.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 AM, Thursday, April 24, 2025, at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, 5 St. Teresa Drive, Charleston. The Rite of Committal will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery, 604 Fort Johnson Road. Toni's guestbook may be signed online at...

Edgar Stone, Jr.

Edgar Stone, Jr.

April 4, 2025

Edgar Stone, Jr., 76, of James Island, SC, husband of Agnes Stroman Stone, passed peacefully from this earth to be with his Savior on April 4, 2025.

Edgar was born June 22, 1948, a son of Edgar, Sr. and Martha Taylor Stone. He is survived by his faithful wife of 56 years, Agnes; his stepmother, Patsy Stone...

Glenda Gail Marvin

Glenda Gail Marvin

April 4, 2025

Glenda Gail Marvin, 72, beloved wife of John Donald Marvin of Charleston , daughter, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away peacefully at home to be with the Lord and entered into eternal rest Friday, April 4, 2025. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 2:00 PM Friday, April 11, 2025 at St. Mary's Catholic Church, 95 Hasell Street,...

Philip Edward Meyer

Philip Edward Meyer

March 29, 2025

Philip Edward Meyer, 75, of Charleston, SC entered into eternal rest on Saturday, March 29, 2025.

Philip was born on April 11, 1949 at Hamilton Field AFB in Novato, California, where his father, Lt Col. Edward G. Meyer, was stationed as a bomber pilot. Besides the California Bay Area, and as part of an Air Force family,...

Gail Adams Rudloff

Gail Adams Rudloff

March 28, 2025

Rudloff, Virginia "Gail" entered into eternal rest on Friday, March 28, 2025, at the age of 80. Gail Rudloff was born March 1, 1945 to Robert A and Virginia Chapman Adams of Charleston, South Carolina. She is predeceased in death by her parents, and beloved daughter, Renee R Rudloff. Survived by her son John H Rudloff III (Christein) and...

Jackie T. Owens

Jackie T. Owens

March 25, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Jacqueline Trebella Owens on March 25, 2025, in Charleston, South Carolina. Friends and relatives are invited to Jackie's Graveside Funeral 4:00 PM Friday, March 28, at Magnolia Cemetery, 70 Cunnington Ave., Charleston. The family will receive friends between 2:00 & 3:00 PM at the James A. McAlister Funeral...

Yong Ja Bailey

Yong Ja Bailey

March 25, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Yong Bailey, a woman of remarkable strength and boundless love, who departed this life on March 25, 2025. Born on May 22, 1941, she lived a life filled with purpose, dedication, and an unwavering commitment to her family and those around her.

For those who knew her only superficially,...

Louis Tobias Richter, Jr.

Louis Tobias Richter, Jr.

March 21, 2025

It is with a heart full of gratitude for a life well-lived that we announce the passing of Louis Tobias Richter, Jr., who departed this world peacefully on March 21, 2025, at the age of 86. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 11:30 AM Friday, March 28, 2025 at Nativity Catholic Church, 1061 Folly Road, James Island....

Maggie Mae Roper

Maggie Mae Roper

March 17, 2025

Maggie Mae Hopkins Roper was born on April 17, 1927, to Spencer Hopkins, Sr., and Maggie Mae Kitt Hopkins in Plant City, Florida. She quietly departed this life on Monday, March 17, 2025, while she peacefully slept.

Funeral services will be conducted 4:00 PM Sunday, April 6, 2025 at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, 1309 Secessionville...

Timm Wesley Gipe

Timm Wesley Gipe

March 11, 2025

Timm Wesley Gipe, 77, of Mt. Pleasant, known affectionately as "Goatman," passed away at home on March 11, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

A reception to Celebrate his Life will take place on Thursday, March 20, 2025, between 4:00 and 6:00 PM at Hibernian Hall, 105 Meeting Street.

Timm was born on April 15,...

Charles Paul Yerbury

Charles Paul Yerbury

March 3, 2025

Charles Paul Yerbury, 89, a resident of James Island, South Carolina, peacefully departed this world on March 3, 2025. He was born March 26, 1935, in New York, NY. Charles lived a life marked by service and commitment.

Charles dedicated two decades as a Chief Petty Officer in the United States Navy, exhibiting not only his dedication...

Taby Reeves Keener

Taby Reeves Keener

February 21, 2025

Taby (Lydia) Keener - Charleston, SC - Taby Keener, daughter of the late Ruth Ferguson Reeves and the late Percy Gooding Reeves, entered into eternal rest on the morning of February 21, 2025, in Charleston, SC, with her daughter and grandson at her side. Relatives and friends are invited to attend her memorial service at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday,...

Cecil Kirk Cargile

Cecil Kirk Cargile

February 19, 2025

Cecil Kirk Cargile, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and friend, passed away peacefully on his 80th birthday, February 19, 2025, in Charleston, South Carolina. Born on February 19, 1945, Cecil lived a life filled with joy, laughter, and an unwavering love for his family and his community.

Funeral Services will be held 1:00 PM Saturday,...

Bobby Neal Phipps, Sr.

Bobby Neal Phipps, Sr.

February 12, 2025

Bobby Phipps, Sr., 84, of Charleston, SC passed away on Wednesday, February 12, 2025, while in Hospice Comfort Care with his loving daughter, Karen by his side.

The relatives and friends of Bobby Phipps, Sr. are invited to attend his Memorial Service, at 3:00 PM, Monday, February 17, 2025 at the James A. McAlister Chapel, 1620 Savannah...

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