Obituaries
Robert Beattie
Jan 16, 2026
Robert Beattie passed away peacefully on January 16, 2026, after a long battle withcancer. Bob was born and raised in Brooklyn to Canadian immigrants, Gerry and Letty Beattie. He was a proud graduate of St. John’s University and fan of its basketball team (go Red Storm!).
Bob and Linda, his wife of over 50 years, built a life, a family, and...
Laurie June Woods
Jan 3, 2026
Laurie June Woods, 53, of Beaufort, wife of Brian Russell Woods, died Saturday, January 03, 2026 at MUSC- Charleston.
Laurie was born in Albany, Georgia and was the daughter of the later Winfred Seitz and BeverlyWestling. Laurie was director of Hobbit Hill Pre-School. She was baptized and attended Church at Cornerstone Christian Church. Laurie enjoyed going to the beach, riding on...
Patricia Ann Oliva
Dec 23, 2025
Patricia Ann Oliva aka (Trish) was born February 14, 1964, in Virginia Beach, Virginia, the daughter of Earl Johnson Sr., and her mother, the late Gloria Aretha Johnson. On Tuesday, December 23rd Patricia Ann answered the master's call in Beaufort, South Carolina and went home to Glory.
Patricia Ann was educated in the Virginia Beach City Public Schools (VBCPS) of Virginia...
Florence Marie Akers
Dec 20, 2025
Florence Marie Akers, known for her strength, bravery, and unyielding positivity, passed away on December 20, 2025. Born on October 28, 1961, in Hillsboro, Oregon, daughter to Dean and Wilma Hammond, Florence was a dedicated wife of 45 years and was known for her warmth, generosity, and the undeniably loving spirit she brought into the world.
Florence will be lovingly remembered...
Kaitlen Sakura Holbrook
Dec 10, 2025
Kaitlen “Kaity” Sakura Holbrook, a vibrant and cherished 38-year-old member of the Beaufort community passed away on December 10, 2025, at Memorial Health in Savannah, Georgia after a lengthy battle with addiction. Born on July 5, 1987, in Beaufort, South Carolina, Kaity was the beloved daughter of Allen and Kathleen Holbrook. Kaity was a true Lowcountry girl whose spirit was...
Harriett Virginia Davis
Dec 4, 2025
Harriett Virginia Davis, 87 of Beaufort, widow of Billie Davis, died Thursday, December 4, 2025 at her residence.
The family will receive friends from 10:00 until 11:00 Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at Copeland Funeral Service.
The funeral service for Harriett will be 11:00 Tuesday, December 9th at Copeland Funeral Service Chapel. Burial will follow at 12:00 noon at Beaufort National Cemetery.
Copeland Funeral...
Julie Diane Risher
Dec 3, 2025
Julie Diane Risher, 62, of Walterboro, wife of William Rhett Risher, Jr entered into eternal rest Wednesday December 3, 2025 at Colleton County Hospital in Walterboro. Julie was born in Carbondale, IL, daughter to William C. Olendorf Jr. and the late Barbara Kay Olendorf. Julie was a dedicated wife of 34 years, loved by her family and grateful to be...
Jeanne G. Wasson
Nov 30, 2025
Jeanne Wasson
Jeanne G Wasson, age 81, of Dataw Island, SC, passed away Sunday November 30, 2025. She was born September 16, 1944 in Boston MA.
Jeanne was preceded in death by her husband of 25 years John Wasson, her parents Raymond and Hattie Gemmel, and brother Raymond Gemmel.
She is survived by her treasured family, stepchildren David (Michele) Wasson, Susan (James) Schultz...
Francois Wilfrid Seguin
Nov 22, 2025
Francois "Frank" Wilfrid Séguin, M.D. passed away peacefully in his sleep at home on Saturday, November 22, 2025.
Frank was born in Boston, Massachusetts on August 21, 1939, the third of nine children, to the late Antoinette Cormier Séguin and Wilfrid A. Séguin, M.D. of Southbridge, Massachusetts. Frank attended Notre Dame High School in Southbridge where he played basketball and Assumption...
Ardath Renee Ritter
Nov 17, 2025
Ardath Renee Ritter, 61, of Guyton, GA, wife of David Paul Ritter, died Monday, November 17, 2025 at Effingham Hospital, Springfield, GA.
In addition to her husband of thirty-two years, Renee was blessed with two daughters, Sarah Anne Ritter and Hannah Claire Ritter.
The family will receive friends from 1:00 until 2:00 p.m., Monday, November 24, 2025 at Copeland Funeral Service.
A funeral...
Frank Lenna, Master Sergeant, USMC (Retired)
Nov 6, 2025
Frank Lenna, Master Sergeant, United States Marine Corps Retired, 78, of Beaufort, husband of Phyllis Tirrito Lenna, died Thursday, November 6, 2025 at his residence.
Frank was born in Brooklyn, New York and was a son of the late Joseph and Helen Selbst Lenna. Frank was a Master Sergeant in the United States Marine Corps, where he was a Purple Heart...
Dennis Allen Stepp
Nov 5, 2025
Dennis Allen Stepp, 67, of Beaufort, South Carolina, passed away at home, surrounded by warmth and comfort Wednesday, November 5, 2025.
Dennis was born January 31, 1958 to parents, Viola and Joe Stepp. He is survived by his loving wife of 45 years, Diane Stepp, his daughter Denise Batson, her spouse Noble, their three daughters, Gianna, Kara Lynn, and Elanore, and...
Scott Lee Qualls
Oct 30, 2025
Scott Lee Qualls went home to Jesus on October 30, 2025 at the age of 64.
Scott was born on April 4, 1961, in Akron, Ohio to his parents Doyle and Norma Qualls. He married the love of his life and his best friend, Denise, in Yemassee, South Carolina in 1981. Scott had the profound ability to make Denise laugh, and...
Maven Grace Scott
Oct 19, 2025
Maven Grace Scott, a 13-week-old infant daughter of Alexandra Mendenhall and Peyton Scott, went to be with our Lord on Sunday, October 19, 2025.
During her brief time on Earth, she loved being outside, going on walks, being sung to, hearing stories, and being held close by her parents. She was full of life—bright-eyed, always smiling, and with just the right...
Carol Anne Best
Oct 18, 2025
Carol Anne Best, 80, of Beaufort, widow of Billy Best died Saturday, October 18, 2025, at her home peacefully.
Carol was the daughter of the late Edith and Waylon Spence and sister to the late Shirley Milledge.
Carol is survived by her two daughters, Carol Hardage and Billie Best-Washington; two grandchildren Leonard and Bre’Naijah Williams; and one great-grandson Leonard Williams Jr.
At gathering...
Carol A. Bicking
Oct 15, 2025
Carol A. Bicking, 77, of Beaufort, died Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at Sprenger Healthcare of Port Royal.
Carol was born in Urbana, OH and was a daughter of the late Charles and Martha Harner Bicking. She was a music teacher, for over twenty years, with the Urbana City Schools.
Carol is survived by her sister Linder Kallaher and six nephews Brian Kallaher,...
Louis Claude Powell Jr.
Oct 13, 2025
Louis Claude Powell Jr., 67, of Early Branch, husband of Tondra Johnson Powell, died Monday, October 13, 20250 at Trident Medical Center, North Charleston, SC.
In addition to his wife, Louis is survived by his daughter Helen Powell; a son Louis Claude Powell III; and three grandchildren Mitchell Dakota Powell, Dillon Jones, and Saige Powell.
A memorial service for Louis will be...
John Scott Bowman
Sep 15, 2025
John Scott Bowman, 68, of Saint Helena Island, died Monday, September 15, 2025.
Scott was born December 27, 1956 in Miami, FL and he grew up in Rio, FL. He resided most of his adult life in Jefferson, GA. He retired, in 2012, from Athens Clarke County Leisure Services, Athens, GA. Since that time, he enjoyed his retirement with his wife...
Norma Ruth Baird Stice
Sep 4, 2025
Norma Ruth Baird Stice (79), passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 4th, in Arvada, Colorado after a long illness.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Steven “Rick” Ridgeway Stice, parents, Cud T. and Ruth (Buchanan) Baird III, brothers Bruce Larkin Baird and Cut T. Baird IV and her sister, Lucinda Lee Boyd. She is survived by her nephews, Wade...
Dianne Jeannette Kozakiewicz
Aug 31, 2025
Dianne loved travelling and wanted to see all that this world had to offer. She left us doing what she craved; namely, while in transit near Cancun Mexico.
Dianne is survived by her husband, Robert. She was a mom to three children, Robert and his wife Kerri-Lynn, Graham and wife Tami and Alexandra and was a grandmother to Lia, Kent, Carter,...
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