Obituaries

Dec 4, 2025

David Ray (Bobo) Steadman, age 59 (September 1, 1966 – December 4, 2025), was the son of the late Thomas Bryson Steadman, Jr., and Vinnie Marie Price Steadman.

Bobo worked as a tree climber and landscaper with Steadman Tree and Lawn Service from 1982 until 2022.

Bobo is survived by his sisters, Debora Sloan (Charles) of Lexington and Jessica Somogyi of Lexington;...

Dec 2, 2025

At this time, an obituary for Mary Ann Albert is not yet available. We appreciate your understanding and will share it as soon as it is ready. Thank you for your patience.

Nov 26, 2025

The funeral service for Christine Louise Cogswell, 81, of Annapolis, MD, formerly of Chapin, SC, will be held on Monday, December 8, 2025, at 10:30 a.m. in the main sanctuary of Chapin Presbyterian Church. The family will greet visitors beginning one hour before the service. Mrs. Cogswell will be interred at 2:00 p.m. on the same day at Fort Jackson...

Nov 25, 2025

Colton Steel Vanfossen, 31, leaves behind a legacy defined by love, faith, and friendship. Born on September 9, 1994, in Port Angeles, Washington, Colton was a devoted husband, father, son, and brother. His 13-year marriage to Anita Vanfossen, his childhood sweetheart since second grade, was a beautiful testament to a lifelong bond built on love and trust.

He is lovingly survived...

Nov 12, 2025

Clifton Hinson peacefully went to be with Jesus on November 12, 2025. He shared a beautiful marriage of 57 years with his beloved wife, Frances Hinson. Clifton dedicated many years to Palmetto Baking Company, known for Sunbeam Bread, before retiring. He was a devoted husband and father whose love and kindness deeply impacted everyone around him.

He is lovingly remembered by...

Nov 8, 2025

Doris Nadine Gravitt Powell, 94, of West Columbia, South Carolina, departed this earthly life to be with her heavenly Father, on November 8, 2025. She was born November 10, 1930, in Gainesville, Georgia, to the late Fletcher Bell Gravitt and the late Mary Myrtlene McIntyre Gravitt. 

Doris was a homemaker for many years and always opened her home to friends and...

Nov 7, 2025

Carolyn H. Shumpert, born February 18, 1942, went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on November 07, 2025. She was preceded in death by her husband Donnie C. Shumpert of 60 years, and her Parents Willie A. Hembree and Iris V. Hembree. She is survived by her sons David C. Shumpert, and Dwane (Jennie) Shumpert, all...

Nov 6, 2025

Michelle D. Steele, 58, of Cayce, South Carolina, passed away peacefully on November 6, 2025.Born to the late John Smoak Dukes, Jr. and Mabel Whittle Dukes, Michelle will be remembered for her kind heart, gentle nature, and the love she shared so freely with others. She brought warmth and laughter to everyone who knew her and will be deeply missed...

Nov 5, 2025

Linda Hill Gleaton, age 82, of Columbia, South Carolina, passed away peacefully on November 5th, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, dedication, and kindness. Born on October 17, 1943, Linda was a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend. She was married for 61 wonderful years to her loving husband, James “JW” Gleaton, who stood by her side through...

Nov 2, 2025

Theresa Linda Sherlock Bleckley peacefully departed this life on Sunday, November 2, 2025, at 10:55 p.m. She passed away peacefully surrounded by the love and presence of her brothers and sisters. She was 68 years old.  Born on December 26, 1956, in Columbia, South Carolina, Theresa was the beloved daughter of the late Francis and Lois Sherlock. She was preceded...

Oct 24, 2025

Elizabeth Ann (Betty) GaetanElizabeth Ann (Betty) Gaetan, a loving wife, mother, sister, and grandmother, passed away peacefully on October 24, 2025, at the age of 81. She has gone to heaven to join her beloved husband, Manuel Gaetan, with whom she shared 57 years of devoted marriage.Born in Pottsville, Pennsylvania, on July 24, 1944, Betty was the daughter of the...

Oct 20, 2025

It is with a heavy heart that Jeffrey D. Hemming, 56, passed away surrounded by love on Monday, October 20, 2025 after a strong fight against pancreatic cancer. He was born on December 16, 1968 in Mt. Clemens, Michigan. Jeff was known for his compassionate heart, kind soul, and unwavering faith. His wise words and endless empathy made those around...

Oct 11, 2025

Earl W. York, Jr., 89, of Pawleys Island, SC, passed away peacefully on October 11, 2025. He was born in Mansfield, Ohio in 1936 to Earl and Lena York. Preceded in death by son Brian and brother Chuck. Earl is survived by his beloved wife Lynda of 33 years, son Jonathan (Jennifer), 4 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren, and 2 stepchildren....

Oct 11, 2025

Mrs. Betty Jean Spires, 72, went home to be with Jesus on Saturday October 11, 2025.

Left to cherish Betty’s memories are her loving husband of 15 years, Phillip Spires, children: Donald Sox and his wife Kim, Eric Sox and his wife Kristina, Clint Spires, grandchildren: Corey Sox, Luke Sox, Marshall Sox, & Gabby Sox, brother: Johnny Hunter, fur baby: Jack.

Betty...

Oct 6, 2025

Jonathan William Gunter, 41, of Gaston, South Carolina, passed away on October 6, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and hands-on skill that touched everyone who knew him. He was preceded in death by his mother, Cathey Gunter. He is survived by his beautiful daughters Bailey Gunter and Aubrey Gunter, father, Darel Gunter and his wife, Dora Gunter;...

Sep 22, 2025

Sep 19, 2025

Robert Adam Glisson, age 52, of West Columbia, SC earned his wings and his place  in his Heavenly Home Friday, September 9th, 2025. 

Adam is the Son of Rebecca Gayle Glisson Gay, Brother of Mary Catherine Gay Warren, Uncle "Ya-Yee" to his beloved niece Sunny Mae Warren, Brother-In-Law of Chad Warren and Stepson of Lewis Mark Gay. 

Adam is nephew of Dr....

Sep 17, 2025

Gloria, one of ten children of Adelbert and Natalie Atwood, sister to surviving siblings James Atwood and Faith Altman, wife of Thomas Dorris, and mother to Leigh Price and John and Jason Dorris, grandmother to Willow, Nate, Jonah, Scott Thomas, Dylan, Liam, Gabriel, and Cassandra, died on September 17, at home in West Columbia, after a brief illness. She will...

Sep 5, 2025

John "Baldy" Hayes, husband of Julia Hayes, passed away peacefully in his home on Friday, September 5, 2025.He is survived by his children, Penny Hayes Davenport (Destry), Mandy Lamb (Buck), Teresa CaulderBrock (David), George Caulder (Elizabeth), Alicia Barrentine, Candie Chandler (Steven), William Caulder (Celeste), and James Campbell, his thirteen grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren.

Sep 3, 2025