Local Obituaries
for families in Charleston, James Island, Johns Island, Mount Pleasant, North Charleston, Hanahan, Goose Creek, Summerville, and beyond.
Robert Hallex
Feb 16, 2017
James Robert Hallex, 61, of West Ashley, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Thursday, Feb 16, 2017. He is survived by his wife, Gail Brockenfelt Hallex and their son Hunter Lee Hallex. He is also survived by siblings, Edward “Bubba”, John , Paul, Christopher, Marie, Mary and Carmel, nephew EC and niece Laura .He is predeceased by his parents,...
Verlie Inabinett
Feb 15, 2017
Verlie DeChriste Inabinett, 89, widow of Ralph Monroe Inabinett, passed away Wednesday, February 15th, 2017. The relatives and friends of Mrs. Verlie Inabinett are invited to attend her Mass of Christian Burial at 1:00 PM, Saturday, February 18, 2017, at St. Mary's Catholic Church, 4255 Highway 165, Yonges Island, SC 29449. The Rite of Committal will follow in St. Paul's...
Dr. Michael Lawrence Runey Iii
Feb 13, 2017
Dr. Michael Lawrence Runey III, 70, husband of Audrey Meyer Runey, of Charleston, South Carolina died peacefully at his home, surrounded by his family, after a courageous battle with brain cancer. The relatives and friends of Dr. and Mrs. Michael L. Runey III are invited to attend his Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 AM, Friday, February 17, 2017, at...
Martha Orton Tucker
Feb 9, 2017
Martha “Martie” Orton Tucker, beloved mother and wife, passed into eternal life on February 9, 2017. The relatives and friends of Martha "Martie" Orton Tucker are invited to attend her Mass of Christian Burial 10:00 AM Tuesday, February 14, 2017, at Nativity Catholic Church, 1061 Folly Road, Charleston. The Rite of Committal will be 2:00 PM Tuesday at Beaufort National...
Ronald W Bull
Feb 4, 2017
Ronald W. Bull, 85, of Charleston, formerly of New Jersey. died Saturday, February 4, 2017. The relatives and friends of Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Bull are invited to attend his Celebration of Life Service at 12:30 PM, Wednesday, February 8, 2017 at the James A. McAlister Funeral Home, 1620 Savannah Highway. The family will receive friends from 11:00 AM until...
Ralph Vincent Mclaughlin, Sr
Jan 28, 2017
Ralph Vincent McLaughlin, Sr., 88, entered into eternal rest on Saturday, January 28, 2017. The relatives and friends of Ralph V. McLaughlin, Sr. are invited to attend his Mass of Christian Burial 11:00 AM Wednesday, February 1, 2017, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 888 King Street, Charleston. The Rite of Committal will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery on James Island....
Carmen Lillian Duc
Jan 24, 2017
Carmen L. Duc, of Charleston, entered into eternal rest on January 24, 2017, at the age of 93. The relatives and friends of Ms. Carmen L. Duc are invited to attend her Mass of Christian Burial at 12:00 Noon, Saturday, January 28, 2017, at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, 5 St. Teresa Drive, Charleston. The Rite of Committal, at Holy Cross...
June Arlene Turek
Jan 22, 2017
June Arlene Turek, 77, of Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina, formerly of Desplaines, Illinois, wife of the late Richard A. Turek, passed away Sunday, January 22, 2017.The relatives and friends of Mrs. June Arlene Turek are invited to her Celebration of Life from 12 Noon until 4:00 PM, Saturday, February 4, 2017, at Lone Tree Manor Banquet Hall, 7730 N. Milwaukee...
William Buckey "Buck" Waters Ii
Jan 13, 2017
William Buckey “Buck” Waters II, 32, passed away on January 13, 2017 in Atlanta, Georgia. The relatives and friends of Buck Waters are invited to attend his Celebration of Life at 2:00 PM Friday January 20, 2017 in the James A. McAlister Chapel, 1620 Savannah Highway. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. Buck was born...
Louise Jacobs Cody
Jan 12, 2017
Louise Jacobs Cody of Isle of Palms, SC died on Thursday, January 12, 2017 at Roper Hospital in Charleston, SC. She was 85. The relatives and friends of Louise J. Cody are invited to attend her Funeral Service at 1:00 PM Monday, January 16, 2017, at the James A. McAlister Chapel, 1620 Savannah Hwy. Burial at Magnolia Cemetery will be...
James Patrick Hartnett
Jan 12, 2017
Entered into eternal rest November 12, 2017. James P. Hartnett, 68, of James Island, SC , the son of the late Maude and Joseph E. Hartnett. He is survived by one son, Paul Allen of N. Charleston; one grandson, Nick Allen of James Island; two brothers: Thomas N. of Kansas City and Richard J. of Savannah; nephews and niece: Richard,...
Edward Allen Botto
Jan 10, 2017
Edward Allen Botto, 45, of Charleston, SC, peacefully entered into eternal rest January 10, 2017, surrounded by his family. The relatives and friends of Allen are invited to attend his Funeral Service 10:00 AM Saturday, January 14, 2017, at the James A. McAlister Chapel, 1620 Savannah Hwy. Interment will follow at Live Oak Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends...
Ellen Ray Barnes Rooney
Jan 6, 2017
Ellen Ray Barnes Rooney, 86, born September 21, 1930 in Charleston, joined her Lord in heaven during the early hours of Friday, January 6, 2017 at her home in Edgewater Park with her husband of 68 years, Art close by. Ellen had a passion for her family of three children, Arthur Jr (Helen), Deborah Goulding (Fritz) and Donna Vordale (Dan),...
Elizabeth Truesdale Skinner
Jan 3, 2017
Elizabeth Truesdale Skinner, 94, widow of Tom Moore Skinner, passed away on January 3, 2017. The relatives and friends of Mrs. Elizabeth T. Skinner are invited to attend her Funeral Service at 10:00 AM, Friday January 6, 2017 at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 1157 Sam Rittenburg Blvd. The family will greet friends at a reception following the service. Burial will be...
Gerald "Jerry" Olin Bunton
Jan 1, 2017
Gerald "Jerry" Olin Bunton, 58, of Hollywood, passed away Sunday, January 1, 2017, at his home. The family will receive friends from 4:00 PM until 6:00 PM, Wednesday, January 4, 2017, at the James A. McAlister Funeral Home, 1620 Savannah Highway, Charleston. Jerry was born in Walterboro, South Carolina on September 30, 1958. He was the son of Edna E....
Mary Charlotte Register
Dec 31, 2016
Mary Condon Montgomery Register, 96, died peacefully at her daughter's home on December 31, 2016, surrounded by her children. She was born in Charleston on May 6, 1920, to the late William Francis Condon and Caroline Igoe Condon. She graduated from Bishop England High School and attended the College of Charleston and Rice Business School. She was the church secretary...
Phyllis Lowell Hull
Dec 26, 2016
Phyllis Lowell Hull of Charleston, SC went to be with her Lord and Savior on December 26, 2016. The relatives and friends of Phyllis Lowell Hull are invited to attend her Funeral Service at 2:00 PM, Thursday, December 29, 2016 at Charleston Baptist Church, 13 San Miguel Road. Entombment will follow at Carolina Memorial Park. The family will receive friends...
Charles Robert Adams
Dec 22, 2016
Charles Robert Adams, husband of Lila Branks Adams, entered into eternal rest on Thursday, December 22nd, 2016. The relatives and friends of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Robert Adams are invited to attend his Memorial Service at 2:00 PM, Wednesday, December 28, 2016, at the James A. McAlister Chapel, 1620 Savannah Highway, Charleston. "Bob" was born August 13th, 1932 in Salisbury,...
Francis White
Dec 21, 2016
Francis White, 87, husband of Catherine Elizabeth Regan (Betty) White, entered into eternal peace on Wednesday, December 21, 2016 in Charleston, SC. The relatives and friends of Mr. and Mrs. Francis White are invited to attend his Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 AM, Tuesday, December 27, 2016, at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, 5 St. Teresa Dr. The Rite of...
Milford Dubose York
Dec 20, 2016
Milford Dubose York, 94, passed away December 20, 20, 2016.Born and raised in Sumter, SC Milford moved to NJ at 22 and married Douglas York. Milford was a homemaker and accomplished artist. Upon retiring they moved to Sumter SC. Milford moved to Charleton in 2015. Milford was predeceased by her husband; her son, Robert York; her daughter, Judy Bell and...
