Mr. Hugh L. "Skip" Turner, Jr.
Jan 10, 2026
Mr. Hugh L. "Skip" Turner, Jr., 71, of Columbia, entered into rest on Saturday, January 10, 2026. Born on November 1st, 1954, in Eastover, South Carolina, he was the son of the late Hugh L. Turner and Betty Armour Turner. Hugh is survived by his wife, Jo Anne Taylor Turner of the home; sons, Philip Turner (Stella) of Columbia, SC...
Mr. Samuel Crawley Agee, Jr.
Jan 9, 2026
Samuel Crawley Agee, Jr. of Columbia, SC passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Friday, January 9, 2026 at the age of 76. Samuel "Sam" placed the utmost importance and priority towards being an incredible husband, father, grandfather, and friend. Additionally, he had a true servant's heart- a selfless attitude focused on putting others' needs before his own, serving with...
Msg Pedro A. Rosario Zayas, Us Army (Ret.)
Jan 8, 2026
MSG Pedro A. Rosario Zayas, U.S. Army (Ret.), 89, of Columbia, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 8, 2026, after an extended illness, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Caguas, Puerto Rico, on October 19, 1936, he was the son of the late Serafín Rosario Delfaus and Benita Rosario Zayas. MSG Rosario proudly and honorably served his country for...
Mrs. Judy Bordeaux
Jan 8, 2026
Judith (Judy) Bordeaux, 82, of Columbia, SC, passed away peacefully on January 8, 2026, joining the love of her life, who preceded her in death, Frank Bordeaux. She leaves behind a legacy of warmth, fierce love, and unwavering devotion to her family. She was the proud grandmother of five grandchildren, whose lives she graced with her words of wisdom, infectious...
Mrs. Patricia Rose Daniels
Jan 7, 2026
It is with deep love and sadness that we announce the passing of Patricia "Trish" Daniels on January 7, 2026. She passed peacefully, leaving behind cherished memories and a legacy of kindness and generosity. She is survived by her devoted husband, Bob; her beloved children, Rob (Morgan) and Jill (Mandy); her adored granddaughter, Bella Grace; her loving brother, Chuck (Tina);...
Mr. James A. Wiley, Iii
Jan 7, 2026
James Allen Wiley, III, 85, of Columbia, died on Wednesday, January 7, 2026. Born in Indianapolis, Indiana, on July 21, 1940, he was a son of the late James Allen Wiley, Jr. and Ruth Judd Wiley. Mr. Wiley was employed in sales by Koppers for many years. Through a job transfer of his wife, Jane, they relocated to Columbia, SC...
Mr. Samuel Clarke, Jr.
Jan 4, 2026
Samuel Clarke, Jr. , age 88, died on January 4, 2026 in Columbia, South Carolina. The oldest child of Marion Walker Clarke of Columbia and Samuel Laffitte Clarke of Estill, South Carolina, Sam was educated in Columbia's public schools. He was graduated in 1955 from Dreher High School and in 1959 from Davidson College with a Bachelor's of Science Degree...
Mr. Vernon Bruce Buchanan
Jan 4, 2026
Vernon Bruce Buchanan, 89, of Columbia, died on Sunday, January 4, 2026. Mr. Buchanan honorably served his country in the US Navy. He was formerly employed by Taylor Street Pharmacy and later retired from First Presbyterian Church. He studied karate for many years and achieved his black belt. The graveside service for Mr. Buchanan will be held at 2 o'clock,...
Alan Michael Atkinson
Jan 2, 2026
It is with a heavy heart we announce the unexpected passing of Alan Michael Atkinson, 38, of John's Island, SC, on January 2, 2026. Born on October 14, 1987, in High Point, NC, he was the son of Bernd and Deborah Atkinson. Alan Atkinson graduated from Spring Valley High School and attended the University of South Carolina. He touched many...
Mr. Gerron C. Cunningham
Jan 2, 2026
Gerron C. Cunningham, 45, departed this life on January 2, 2026, in Columbia, South Carolina. He was the son of Edith Cunningham and Maurice Wimberly. He was born on November 24, 1980. He attended St. Martin De Porres Catholic School, St. Joseph's Catholic School, and graduated from Dreher High School. He played soccer for many years with the YMCA and...
Mr. Michael J. Osmundson
Jan 1, 2026
Michael John Osmundson of Columbia, S.C., died on Jan. 1, 2026. He was 71. A son of the late Wayne and Jackie Osmundson, Mike graduated from Lower Richland High School, where he was a member of the marching band, the track team and a bus driver at 16. He also received a bachelor's degree in accounting from the University of...
Mr. Jeffrey Craig Freeman
Jan 1, 2026
Jeffrey Craig Freeman, 87, passed away peacefully on January 1, 2026, in Columbia, South Carolina. Born on October 3, 1938, in New York, New York, Jeff grew up in Greenwich, Connecticut. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jeanne Freeman Boyer and Donald Matthews Freeman, both of Wells, Maine and longtime residents of Greenwich themselves. Jeff was a proud...
Mrs. Bonnie Jean Robinson
Dec 31, 2025
Mrs. Bonnie Jean Robinson (81), of Elgin, SC, wife of retired Master Sergeant Allen Robinson entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, December 31st, 2025. Born on November 24th, 1944, in New Albany, Indiana, she was the daughter of the late Stillman Oval Cummins and Lola Mae Kaiser Cummins. A 1961 graduate of New Albany High School, Jean began her professional...
Mrs. Nellie G. Brown
Dec 30, 2025
Nellie G. Brown, 91, of Columbia, died on Tuesday, December 30, 2025. Born on November 20, 1934, in Groveland, Florida, she was a daughter of the late Lester Bryant and Clara Beatty Howard. Mrs. Brown's life revolved around her faith, family, and friends. She was a homemaker and the matriarch of her family. While her husband honorably served in the...
Mr. David Bruce Horton
Dec 29, 2025
David Bruce Horton, 68, of Columbia, SC, died on Monday, December 29, 2025. Born on April 23, 1957, in Columbia, he was a son of the late Jack VanLandingham Horton and Maurine Campbell Horton. He was a graduate of A.C Flora High School and later earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from The University of South Carolina....
Mrs. Agnes Elaine Hayes
Dec 29, 2025
Mrs. Agnes Elaine Hayes, 87, of Columbia, died on Monday, December 29, 2025. Shives Funeral Home, Trenholm Road Chapel, is assisting the family.
Mrs. Mary Sadler Norris
Dec 28, 2025
Mary Sadler "Mackey" Norris passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, after facing her final days with extraordinary grace and strength. She was 77. Born on October 8, 1948, in Columbia, South Carolina, Mackey was the daughter of the late John Marion Sadler and Mary Lillian McDavid Sadler. She graduated from Dreher High School in 1966 as an honors...
Mrs. Cecelia Sally Kotchmar
Dec 22, 2025
Mrs. Cecelia Sally Russek Kotchmar, 102, of Columbia, died on Monday, December 22, 2025. Born on July 5, 1923, in Middleport, PA, she was the daughter of the late John and Mary Russek. Cecelia was one of twelve siblings, with two additional half-siblings, and grew up valuing the importance of family and togetherness. At the age of 20, she married...
Mr. James Leroy Blackwell
Dec 21, 2025
James Leroy Blackwell—lovingly known to all as Capt'n Curly and to the ladies, as "James Bond"—was born December 13, in the year of our lord 1939, in Rock Hill, South Carolina, and went home on December 21, 2025, surrounded by the comfort of his family in his home in Chapin, South Carolina. He is joyfully reunited with his parents, Rufus...
Mr. Claude Columbus Mcclure
Dec 21, 2025
Mr. Claude Columbus McClure, 80, passed away peacefully on December 21, 2025, in Jacksonville, Florida. Born on November 21, 1945, in Chester, South Carolina, he was the son of the late Claude and Lucille McClure. After living in Chester, Claude spent his formative years living in Chattanooga, Tennessee. A true sports enthusiast, he especially cherished the game of golf, proudly...
