Local Obituaries
for families in Charleston, James Island, Johns Island, Mount Pleasant, North Charleston, Hanahan, Goose Creek, Summerville, and beyond.
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
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
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
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.
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...
Valentine Joseph Lindsay
February 9, 2025
Valentine Joseph Lindsay, widower of Barbara Russell Lindsay, a cherished father, respected veteran, and beloved friend, peacefully passed away on February 9, 2025, at the age of 92. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 11:00 AM Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 1695 Raoul Wallenberg Blvd., Charleston. The Rite of Committal, with Military Honors,...
Jackie Hancock Salmonsen
February 8, 2025
Jackie Hancock Salmonsen, 92, widow of Keith Salmonsen, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 8, 2025, in McCormick, SC. The relatives and friends of Jackie are invited to attend her Funeral Service at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 15, 2025 at the James A. McAlister Funeral Home (1620 Savannah Highway, Charleston, SC). All are invited to visit with family...
Mary Frances Smith
February 8, 2025
Mary Frances Smith, 89, widow of Cecil "Smitty" Smith Sr, of Charleston, SC, entered into eternal rest on Saturday, February 8, 2025, due to complications from Parkinson's disease.
The relatives and friends of Mary Frances and Cecil Smith are invited to attend her Funeral Service at 11:00 AM, Saturday, March 1, 2025, at the James A. McAlister...
David Condon Runey
February 8, 2025
David Condon Runey of Charleston, SC, husband of Desiree Hall Runey for 46 years and the father of three loving children, passed away peacefully on February 8, 2025, after a long illness.
His Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 AM, Friday, February 14, 2025, at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, 1695 Raoul Wallenberg Boulevard. The...
Helena Blanchard Mckay Vivona
February 7, 2025
Helena Blanchard McKay Vivona, 86, widow of Fred S. McKay and Dominic A. Vivona, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 7, 2025, at her residence in Franke at Seaside in Mount Pleasant, SC. The relatives and friends of Helena are invited to attend her Mass of Christian Burial 11:00 AM, Monday, February 17, 2025, in Grace Hall at Christ...
Kay Rusher Hall
February 4, 2025
Kay Rusher Hall, 88, died Tuesday, February 4, 2025. A Celebration of Life will be held at 4:00 PM, Saturday, February 8, 2025, at the James A. McAlister Chapel, 1620 Savannah Highway, Charleston. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.
Kay was born March 9, 1936, in Wilmington, NC....
Don Michael Clanton, Jr.
February 2, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Don Michael Clanton, Jr., a beloved son, brother, and friend, who left this world to be with Jesus on February 2, 2025, in Charleston, South Carolina. Born on February 25, 1980, Michael lived his life with joy, compassion, and an unwavering devotion to his family.
A...
Michael Downey Givan, Sr.
January 25, 2025
Michael Downey Givan, Sr., 71, passed away on Saturday, January 25, 2025, in Charleston, South Carolina. Born on March 20, 1953, in Charlotte, NC, Michael was a proud graduate of The Citadel, and dedicated over 50 years of his life to building a successful career in Charleston.
Michael's Funeral Service will be held 11:00 AM, Saturday, February...
Sr. Stella Maris Craven
January 24, 2025
Sister Mary Stella Maris Craven, a Sister of Charity of Our Lady of Mercy, died on January 24, 2025. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 2:00 PM Saturday, February 1, 2025 at Nativity Catholic Church, 1061 Folly Road, Charleston. The Rite of Committal will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the church...
Kathryn Jones Audley
January 23, 2025
Kathryn "Kay" Audley, born on October 21, 1946, in Bamberg, South Carolina, passed away peacefully in Reading, Massachusetts, on January 23, 2025, at the age of 78. She was the beloved daughter of R. Mendell and Kathryn Whittle Jones (Charleston, SC) and the youngest of four sisters.
As a child, Kay's family moved to Edgewater Park in...
Julia Michel Dyer
January 20, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Julia Michel Dyer, 80, of Charleston, SC, who passed away on January 20, 2025. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 11:30 AM Friday, January 31, 2025 at Nativity Catholic Church, 1061 Folly Road, Charleston. The Rite of Committal will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery. The family...
R. Cody Lenhardt, Jr.
January 5, 2025
Robert Cody Lenhardt, Jr. (50), husband of Leslie Stidham Lenhardt, passed away peacefully on January 5, 2025 after a valiant battle with ALS. He was blessed to be surrounded by his immediate family in their loving home.
Cody was born in Charlotte, North Carolina to his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Cody Lenhardt (Mary Ellen), both longtime...
Carolyn A. Berry
December 30, 2024
Carolyn A. Berry, 81, of Charleston, entered into eternal rest on Monday, December 30, 2024, embraced by the love of her family and friends, both near and far.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 AM on Monday, January 6, 2025, at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 1695 Raoul Wallenberg Blvd., Charleston. The Rite of...
Katherine Williams Pinner
December 28, 2024
Katherine Ann Williams Pinner entered into eternal rest Saturday, December 28, 2024. Her Memorial Service will be held 1:00 PM Thursday, January 2, 2025, at the James A. McAlister Funeral Home. (1620 Savannah Highway, Charleston, SC 29407). The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.
Kathy was born October 9, 1949 in Savannah, Georgia....
George Burton Alexander, Sr.
December 26, 2024
George Burton Alexander, Sr. entered into eternal rest on Thursday, December 26, 2024, at his home, surrounded by his loving family. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 11:00 AM Friday, January 3, 2025, at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 1695 Raoul Wallenberg Blvd. The Rite of Committal will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery. The family will receive friends...
