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Recent Obituaries

Ms. Karan Teresa Crout

Ms. Karan Teresa Crout

Jul 19, 2022

Karan Teresa Crout, 64, of Columbia, died Tuesday, July 19, 2022. Born August 25, 1957, in Columbia, she was the daughter of the late Jacob Curtis and Dorothy Hood Crout. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two sisters, Glenda Crout and Sandra Louise Crout Day. Karen was a sweet and gentle soul. She was not...

Mrs. Hermine Gause

Mrs. Hermine Gause

Jul 17, 2022

Hermine Gause, 83, of Columbia, died Sunday, July 17, 2022. Shives Funeral Home, Colonial Chapel, is assisting the family.

Mrs. Patsy Mccorkle Corbett

Mrs. Patsy Mccorkle Corbett

Jul 16, 2022

Patsy McCorkle Corbett, 94, of West Columbia, died on Saturday, July 16, 2022. Born in Heath Springs, SC on April 6, 1928, she was a daughter of the late Clyde Randolph and Viola Young McCorkle. She was a wonderful cook, talented artist and taught cosmetology before working as a child advocate for the Governor's office. Survivors include her son, Michael...

Mr. Clyde Earl Linder

Mr. Clyde Earl Linder

Jul 16, 2022

Clyde Earl Linder, Retired S.C Patrol Captain, died on Saturday, July 16, 2022. Born in Spartanburg, SC in 1933, he was a son of the late Lester I. and Nola Blanche Linder of Cowpens, SC. He was preceded in death by his two brothers and three sisters. Mr. Linder enlisted in the US Navy on October 3, 1951 and served...

Mr. Joseph Rozier Blanchard, Sr.

Mr. Joseph Rozier Blanchard, Sr.

Jul 14, 2022

Joseph Rozier Blanchard passed away Thursday, July 14, 2022 surrounded by loved ones at his home in Charleston, South Carolina. Born in Winter Park, Florida on January 6, 1962 to George Robert Blanchard and Judith Katherine Rozier, Joe grew up with his three siblings in Tampa, Florida. During his childhood, Joe worked at his grandfather's machinery company, the Joseph L....

Mrs. Vera Mae Gladden

Mrs. Vera Mae Gladden

Jul 13, 2022

Vera Mae Gladden, 90, of Columbia, passed away on Wednesday, July 13, 2022. Born on May 29, 1932, in Columbia, South Carolina, she was a daughter of the late BB and Nora Brazell. She leaves behind loving husband , Reverend William L. Gladden. In addition to her husband, she is survived by her children, Ronald Gladden, William "Billy" Gladden (Pamela),...

Mrs. Marilyn Parker Hoon

Mrs. Marilyn Parker Hoon

Jul 12, 2022

Marilyn Parker Hoon, 90, of Aiken, died Tuesday, July 12, 2022. The funeral service for Mrs. Hoon will be held 11 o'clock Saturday, July 16, 2022 at the Groves-Mann Funeral Home Chapel, 715 Sweet Springs Valley Road, Union, West Virginia. Burial will immediately follow at Mt. Hermon Baptist Church Cemetery in Sarton, WV. Shives Funeral Home, Trenholm Road Chapel, is...

Dr. Leland Hendry Williams, Phd

Dr. Leland Hendry Williams, Phd

Jul 12, 2022

Dr. Leland H. Williams, PhD, a dignified, southern gentleman, a scientist and a Christian, died to this life on Tuesday, July 12, holding the hands of his children. He wore many hats over his 92 years, but three were most important to him and his family: Faithful Husband to his wife of almost 69 years, Devoted Father to his children...

Ms. Beverly Jackolyn "Jackie" Brown

Ms. Beverly Jackolyn "Jackie" Brown

Jul 12, 2022

Beverly Jackolyn "Jackie" Brown, 77, of Columbia, died on Tuesday, July 12, 2022. Born in Hartford, Alabama, on July 16 1944, she was a daughter of the late Grady Dupree and Ruby Plunkett Majors. Jackie never turned away from a challenge and always stood up for what she believed in. She was adventurous and loved to try new things. She...

Mrs. Ann Joyce Windley

Mrs. Ann Joyce Windley

Jul 11, 2022

Ann Joyce Windley, 98, died on Monday, July 11, 2022. Born in Mount Airy, NC, on December 7, 1923, she was a daughter of the late Robert Frank Joyce and Arminda "Minnie" Ball Joyce. Mrs. Windley attended Greensboro College. She was a very devoted Wife, Mother, Grandmother and Friend. Survivors include her sons, William H. Windley, III (Vivien), of Irmo,...

Mrs. Beatrice Shultz Yates

Mrs. Beatrice Shultz Yates

Jul 11, 2022

Beatrice Shultz Yates, 84, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 11, 2022. Born to the late Juanita and Alfred Shultz in Paterson, NJ, Bea was raised in Candler, NC before moving to Columbia, SC and marrying her late husband, John Brown "Jack" Yates, Jr. Bea was a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, cherished friend, and Daughter of God. She was widowed...

Mr. Luther N. Arnette

Mr. Luther N. Arnette

Jul 11, 2022

Luther N. Arnette, age 99, born in Perdido, AL and a resident of Gilbert, SC died Monday, July 11, 2022. He was retired from St. Regis (International Paper) where he worked as a Machinist. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army having served during World War II. He loved the Atlanta Braves and rarely missed watching a televised game....

Mr. Dominic Jay Allen

Mr. Dominic Jay Allen

Jul 9, 2022

Dominic Jay Allen, 55, of Columbia, passed away on Saturday, July 9, 2022. Born on September 20, 1966, in Jacksonville, North Carolina, he was the son of the late Charles Leroy Allen and Scena Mae Pickett. Nick was a graduate of Jacksonville Senior High School. He was a member of the APA and BCA pool leagues of Columbia. Nick will...

Mr. John Witherspoon Foster

Mr. John Witherspoon Foster

Jul 8, 2022

John Witherspoon Foster passed away on July 8, 2022 at the age of 73 after a long battle with Lewy Body dementia. John was born on November 6, 1948 in Columbia, South Carolina to Charles Cantzon and Isabel Witherspoon Foster. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his brother, Dr. Carl McDonald Foster. Raised by an accountant with...

Mrs. Virginia Colon

Mrs. Virginia Colon

Jul 8, 2022

Virginia Colon, 87, of Columbia, died Friday, July 8, 2022. Born February 18, 1935, in Cayey, Puerto Rico, she was a daughter of the late Juan Torres and Francisca Bonilla. Virginia was known for her kindness and hospitality. She always made everyone feel welcome and loved to host gatherings in her home. She was an amazing cook and fed thousands...

Mr. Ronald Robert Van Tine

Mr. Ronald Robert Van Tine

Jul 7, 2022

Ron grew up in Tottenville, Staten Island, New York where he attended Our Lady Help of Christians School and Tottenville High School. He moved to the Parlin section of Sayreville, New Jersey in June, 1988 and lived there for thirty years. In January 2018, he moved to Lake Wateree in Ridgeway, South Carolina. Ron served four years in the U.S....

Mrs. Kathleen Gamble Payne

Mrs. Kathleen Gamble Payne

Jul 6, 2022

Kathleen "Kathy" Gamble Payne, 75, of Chapin, died Wednesday, July 6, 2022. Born June 5, 1947, in Florence, SC, she was a daughter of the late William Edward Gamble and Eleese Tiller Gamble. Kathy was a graduate of The University of South Carolina where she earned her Bachelor of Science degree in nursing. She enjoyed a long and rewarding career...

Ltc William Paden Griffin, Us Army (Ret.)

Ltc William Paden Griffin, Us Army (Ret.)

Jul 6, 2022

LTC William Paden Griffin, US Army (Ret.), 93, of Columbia, passed away on Wednesday, July 6, 2022. Born in St. Petersburg, Florida, on October 6, 1928, he was the son of the late William Misklea and Anna Coletta Paden Griffin. Bill was a member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Columbia. Bill was the loving husband of 69 years to...

Ltc William Joseph Coughlin, Us Army (Ret.)

Ltc William Joseph Coughlin, Us Army (Ret.)

Jul 5, 2022

LTC William Joseph "Bill" Coughlin, US Army (Ret.) went home to be with the Lord on July 5th, 2022. Our sadness is tempered by the joy of knowing he is reunited with his beloved Viki, and we will see them both again. Bill was born on August 4, 1950, in Atlanta, GA. He was one of four children and the...

Lt. Col. Robert L. Moore, Us Air Force (Ret.)

Lt. Col. Robert L. Moore, Us Air Force (Ret.)

Jul 5, 2022

Lt. Col. Robert L. Moore, US Air Force, (Ret.), 82, of Blythewood, died Tuesday, July 5, 2022. Born October 23, 1939, in Montgomery, Alabama, he was a son of the late John Henry Moore and Willie Mae Parker Moore. He was a graduate of The University of Alabama where he earned his bachelor's degree. Lt. Col. Moore honorably served in...

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