Mrs. Kathryn Inez Verdery Cannon
Jan 10, 2025
"Who are your people?" Those were her opening remarks when Kathryn Cannon received the Columbia College Alumnae Distinguished Service Award in 2007. But how can we say who our people are? They are those who we treasure, those we love and who love us, and all of those with whom we surround ourselves. So please allow us to share who...
Howard J. Robinson, M.D.
Jan 4, 2025
Howard J. Robinson, M.D. passed away on Saturday, January 4, 2025, at the age of 78, in his hometown of Columbia, South Carolina. He was preceded in death by his father, Abraham Robinson, mother, Annette Robinson, and sister, Rita Robinson. Howard graduated from Emory University and Chicago Medical School. After completing residency in Birmingham, he returned to Columbia to practice...
Mrs. Tammy Acierno Armstrong
Jan 4, 2025
With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Tammy Lynn Acierno-Armstrong, a devoted wife, mother, daughter, twin sister, and friend. Born on February 8, 1970, in Bowling Green, Ohio to Thomas Carol Acierno & Katherine Jean Acierno, Tammy's life was a testament to resilience, love, and the unyielding power of family. She passed away on January 4, 2025, surrounded by...
Mr. Patrick Joseph Hickey
Jan 3, 2025
Patrick Joseph Hickey, 49, of Columbia, died on Friday, January 3, 2025. Born in Aiken, SC, on December 18, 1975, he was a son of Howard McKay Hickey and Keith Cameron Richardson. Patrick was a graduate of Avon Old Farms School in Connecticut where he played Lacrosse and was an enthusiastic participant in Chorale. He attended the College of Charleston...
Mr. Richard L. Hatchell, Sr.
Jan 3, 2025
Mr. Richard Leroy Hatchell, Sr., 87, of Elgin, SC, died on Friday, January 3, 2025. Born in Richland County, SC, on June 18, 1937, he was a son of the late Olan Herbert Hatchell and Eva Belle Crowder Hatchell. Mr. Hatchell attended Rehoboth Methodist Church and worked in the Wholesale business as well as served in the United States Reserves....
Ms. Jane Kitts Mollohan
Jan 3, 2025
Jane Kitts Mollohan, 74, of Columbia, died on Friday, January 3, 2025. Born on March 10, 1950, in Sutton, West Virginia, she was a daughter of the late John Edward Shomo and Loretha Eloise Brady Shomo. Ms. Mollohan was an X-Ray Technician for the majority of career. Later in life, she furthered her education and became a Licensed Practical Nurse....
Mr. Warren Clyde Powell, Jr.
Jan 2, 2025
Warren Clyde Powell, Jr., 72, of Columbia, SC passed away on Thursday, January 2, 2025, after a ten-month battle with pancreatic cancer. He was born in Columbia in 1952 to Mary Ellen Powell, a nurse anesthetist, and Warren Clyde Powell, a local businessman and the owner of Powell Furniture. Warren excelled academically and competed on the champion-winning debate team at...
Mrs. Jean Timmons Doverspike
Dec 31, 2024
Jean Timmons Doverspike, 89, of Columbia, died on Tuesday, December 31, 2024. Born in Lanscaster, SC, on August 26, 1935, she was a daughter of the late Hobson Shaw and Carrie Lee Robinson Shaw. Mrs. Doverspike was educated in Lancaster County Schools and attended Berry College. In High School, she played Basketball and won the award of most athletic. She...
Mr. Brian F. Mcmahon
Dec 30, 2024
Brian F. McMahon, of Irmo, SC, died on Monday, December 30, 2024. Born on May 11, 1940, in Sharon, Pennsylvania, he was a son of the late Edward McMahon and Mary Alice Kane McMahon Snyder. Prior to his retirement, Mr. McMahon was the founder and operator of B.F. McMahon, Inc. He was a supporter of University of South Carolina athletics...
Mrs. Brenda B. Blizard
Dec 29, 2024
Mrs. Brenda B. Blizard, 84, of Columbia, SC, passed away on Sunday, December 29, 2024. She was born on May 23, 1940, to the late Cramer and Thelma Blaney in Morgantown, West Virginia. She attended West Virginia University briefly and then took a detour to raise a family. She then proceeded to graduate from the University of South Carolina with...
Mrs. Louise Dinkins Whittle
Dec 29, 2024
Louise Dinkins Whittle, 94, of Columbia, died on Sunday, December 29, 2024. She was born in Richland County on October 24, 1930. Mrs. Whittle retired from the SC State Hospital in the Children's Ward where she worked for many years. She was strong in her faith and did extensive traveling as well as loved gardening and baking. Above all, she...
Mr. Holmes Leroy Bauknight, Jr.
Dec 26, 2024
Holmes LeRoy Bauknight, Jr., 95, went to his heavenly home on Thursday, December 26, 2024. Born on June 6, 1929 in Columbia, he was the son of Ida Vinnie Lever and Holmes LeRoy Bauknight, Sr. He graduated from the old Columbia High School in 1946 and the University of South Carolina in 1949 with a BS in Chemistry. At USC,...
Mr. Brant Smith
Dec 25, 2024
Brant McDowell Smith, 74, of Columbia, died on Wednesday, December 25, 2024. Born in Gastonia, NC, on July 13, 1950, he was a son of Billy M. and Nellie Winn Smith. In High School, Mr. Smith was in the Marching Band at Dreher High School. He graduated from North Greenville Junior College as well as attended Georgia Southern University before...
Mr. Willis Neil Hanna
Dec 25, 2024
Willis Neil Hanna, 90, of Columbia, died on Wednesday, December 25, 2024. Born in Clover, SC, he was a son of the late Harry Monroe and Mabel Adeline Bailey Hanna. Mr. Hanna served in the United States Army and was an educator for York, SC. He served as president of the SC Elementary Principal's Association and was a life member...
Mr. Robert John Labombard
Dec 23, 2024
Robert John Labombard, 70, of Lexington, died on Monday, December 23, 2024. Born in Charleston, SC, on March 14, 1954, he was a son of the late Clifton E. Labombard and Carol Hugentugler Labombard. Mr. Labombard worked in the HVAC and deeply loved his family. Survivors include Linda Frye; his children, Brandi Hornsby (William), Miranda Oswald, Bobby Jack "Bubba" Labombard...
Mr. Burkhard Sauer
Dec 23, 2024
Burkhard Sauer, 87, of Columbia, died on Monday, December 23, 2024. Born on March 14, 1937, in Germany, he was a son of the late Konrad Sauer and Lina Bergmann Sauer. Prior to his retirement, he was employed as a chemical and mechanical engineer. He moved to Blythewood, SC, in 1988 to manage a manufacturing facility, where he also met...
Msg Bruce Dennis Michalski, Us Army (Ret.)
Dec 23, 2024
MSG Bruce Dennis Michalski, US Army (Ret.), 62, of Columbia, passed away Monday, December 23, 2024. Born July 1, 1962, in Buffalo, NY, he was the son of Irene Michalski and the late Richard Michalski. Bruce was employed as a Business Analyst by Blue Cross Blue Shield for 20 years and honorably served in the United States Army Reserves for...
Mr. Steven Michael Rice
Dec 21, 2024
Mr. Steven Michael Rice, 68, of Columbia, SC, died on Saturday, December 21, 2024. Born on June 10, 1956, in Waltham, MA, he was the son of the late Bernard and Irene Rice. Mr. Rice was a dedicated law enforcement officer, retiring after 10 years of service with the Orange County Sheriff's Office in Florida. He worked in 9-1-1 operations...
Mrs. Natalie Grace Baranowski
Dec 21, 2024
Natalie Baranowski, beloved child of the Lord, died peacefully while in hospice in Haverhill, MA on Saturday, December 21, 2024. She spent her final days surrounded by her family whom she cherished. Natalie was a skilled flower arranger, painter, jewelry maker and interior designer. She loved to cook for family and friends, specializing in the Filipino cuisine of her ancestry....
Ssg Richard Norman Hardin, Jr., Us Army (Ret.)
Dec 20, 2024
SSG Richard Norman Hardin, Jr., US Army (Ret.), 97, of Columbia, died on Friday, December 20, 2024. Born on July 28, 1927, in Lumberton, NC, he was a son of the late Richard Norman Hardin, Sr. and Rebecca Eva Allen Hardin. SSG honorably served his country for more than 20 years in the US Army, where he received many commendations...
