Obituaries

Mabel Anderson Busbee

Mabel Anderson Busbee

May 12, 2020

Ms. Mabel Anderson Busbee, age 88, of Aiken, S.C., wife of the late Allen L. Busbee and daughter of the late Eva Mae Pooler Anderson and the late G. Ross Anderson, Sr., entered into eternal rest at her residence in Aiken, S.C. on Tuesday, May 12, 2020. She is survived by a daughter and son-in-law, LuAnne and Peyton Northington of...

Lula Boatwright Holsenback

Lula Boatwright Holsenback

May 11, 2020

Ms. Lula Boatwright Holsenback, age 97, wife of the late Dewey Edward Holsenback, entered into rest on Monday May 11th, 2020.

She is survived by four grandchildren, eleven great grandchildren and six great-great grandchildren.

In addition to her husband she is preceded in death by her parents; son, James Edward Holsenback; daughter, Alice “Donney” Holsenback Baker; a grandson, Gregory Erb...

Michael "Mike" William Abercrombie

Michael "Mike" William Abercrombie

May 11, 2020

Mr. Michael William “Mike” Abercrombie entered into rest on Monday May 11th, 2020.

He is survived by his mother, Lucy Abercrombie; son, Matthew Abercrombie; grandchildren, Madison Paige and Matthew Lee Abercrombie; and several siblings. Michael was preceded in death by his beloved, big sister Louise A. Davis.

An online funeral service celebrating his life will be held on Friday May...

Christine Randall Tyler

Christine Randall Tyler

May 11, 2020

Ms. Christine Randall Tyler, age 75, wife of the late Bruce A Tyler, entered into eternal rest on Monday May 11th, 2020.

She is survived by her sons, Lesley “Fatz” Mikell (Angel), Wesley “Runt” Mikell; daughters, Sherry (Gerald) Johnson, Lisa Mikell; step daughter, Tory Myers; brothers, Robert Leroy Randall, David Randall, Tete Walker, Lewis Randall; sister, Bertha Brantley, Ermagene Anderson;...

Ina Moseley Powell

Ina Moseley Powell

May 6, 2020

Ina Moseley Powell, age 92, wife of the late Alva David Powell, entered into rest on Wednesday May 6th, 2020 at her home in Warrenville, SC.

She is survived by sons, David (Vickie) Powell, Leonard (Judie) Powell; daughter, Laura Cauley; grandchildren, Melissa (Michael) Smith, Dana (Brad) Johnson, Brent Powell, Donna (Chris) Huffman; and great grandchildren, Brandon Wyatt, Landen Johnson, Jarrett...

Doris E. Burkett Preston

Doris E. Burkett Preston

May 6, 2020

Doris E. Kneece Burkett-Preston, age 97, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday May 6th, 2020 at her residence.

She is survived by her sons, Rev. Harold (Brenda) Burkett, Rev. Bobby (Glenda) Burkett; step sons, Jimmy Preston, Ray Preston; daughters, Sara (Calvin) Burgess, Mary Ellen (Billy) Wells, Margie (Halvey) Perdue; step daughter, Martha Lee; special family member who...

John Thomas Brazell, Jr.

John Thomas Brazell, Jr.

Apr 30, 2020

Mr. John Thomas Brazell, Jr., age 78, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Thursday April 30th, 2020 at his home surrounded by his loving family.

He is survived by his wife, Ramona Proveaux Brazell; sons, Mike (Tracie) Brazell, Todd (Diana) Brazell and Keith Brazell; sisters, Joan Williams of Columbia, SC, Virginia Lee of Columbia, SC, and...

Jerry M. Sharpton

Jerry M. Sharpton

Apr 28, 2020

Mr. Jerry M. Sharpton, age 76, beloved husband to Mrs. Betty Joan Ray Sharpton, entered into rest on Tuesday April 28th, 2020 at Aiken Regional Medical Center.

In addition to his wife he is survived by his son, Jeremy (Martha “Mo”) Sharpton; sister; Hazel (Jim) Bryant; and two grandchildren, Trucker and Eva Sharpton.

He is preceded in death by his...

Robbie E. Simpson

Robbie E. Simpson

Apr 23, 2020

Mr. Robbie E. Simpson, age 62, entered into rest on Thursday April 23rd, 2020 at his home in Graniteville, SC.

He is survived by his daughters, Robin (Chris) Pearson, Hope Simpson; mother, Ellene Merritt Simpson; brother, Timothy Simpson; sister, Helen (Larry) Mathis; grandchildren, Christopher “CJ” Pearson, Jr., Haley Pearson, Krista Pearson, Ayden Pearson, Dylan Pearson and John Simpson; a niece...

Elizabeth Baxley Williams

Elizabeth Baxley Williams

Apr 7, 2020

Ms. Elizabeth Baxley Williams, age 80, entered into rest on Tuesday April 7th, 2020 surrounded by her children at her home in Graniteville, SC.

She is survived by her former spouse, G.L. Williams; son, Mike (Marie) Williams; daughters, Lisa (Len) Wilson, Stacey (Richard) Brown; brother, Tillman (Ann) Baxley; sister, Patricia (Laverne) Crook; eleven grandchildren and nineteen great grandchildren.

She is...

H. Lynwood "Butch" Pritchard

H. Lynwood "Butch" Pritchard

Apr 4, 2020

Private graveside services for H. Lynwood “Butch” Pritchard, age 79, who entered into rest on April 4th, 2020 will be conducted on Wednesday, 11am, at the Historic Graniteville Cemetery with Pastor Linda Anderson, Pastor Barry Antley and Pastor Jody Padgett officiating.

Butch was a native of Graniteville and was a member and a regular attender of St. James Lutheran Church....

Arthur Lang Rule

Arthur Lang Rule

Apr 4, 2020

Mr. Arthur Lang Rule, age 89, entered into rest on Saturday April 4th, 2020 at Augusta University Medical Center. 

He is survived by his daughters, Dee (Tom) Ferrara, Gina (Jason) Fonseca, Robin (Gary) Broome; special companion, Phyllis Powell; son’s in law, Jim Will, Sr., Nasser Daghaghleh; twenty-four grandchildren, twenty-three great grandchildren and three great-great grandchildren.

He is preceded in death...

Elizabeth "Myrtle" Barrett

Elizabeth "Myrtle" Barrett

Apr 3, 2020

Elizabeth “Myrtle” Barrett, age 89, ascended into the gates of Heaven on April 3rd, 2020 where she was met by her heavenly father, loving husband Percy Odell Barrett, son Robert Odell Barrett and great grandson Easton Taylor Hodson

Elizabeth was a native of Gloverville, SC. However, for the last joy filled years of her life, she was living under the...

Fannie Lou Collins Johnson

Fannie Lou Collins Johnson

Mar 30, 2020

Ms. Fannie Lou Collins Johnson, age 80, beloved wife of the late Harvey Droam Johnson, entered into rest on Monday March 30th, 2020 at University Hospital in Augusta, Ga.

She is survived by her son, Tommy Lee (Barbara) Johnson; daughters, Katheryn Jones (Shawn) Holley, Donna Johnson Frew; sister, Alice Faye Elvis; grandchildren, Harvey Dewayne (Molly) Jones, Alison Frew (Paul) Jackson,...

Rev. Rabun Cowart

Rev. Rabun Cowart

Mar 28, 2020

Rev. Rabun Cowart, age 86, beloved husband for 61 years to Mrs. Barbara Cowart, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday March 28th, 2020 at his home in Aiken, SC.

In addition to his wife he is survived by his daughter, Joan (Michael) Voncannon of West Columbia, Texas; son, Douglas (Bobbi) Cowart; grandchildren, April Mitchell, David Z. Mann,...

Wilbur Leroy Anderson

Wilbur Leroy Anderson

Mar 25, 2020

Mr. Wilbur Leroy Anderson, age 70, beloved husband to Mrs. Margaret Salters Anderson, entered into rest on Wednesday March 25, 2020 at his home in Beech Island.

In addition to his wife he is survived by his daughters, Tamela (Tim) Whittle, Lacey (Jon) Grantham; honorary daughter, Kelley (Ben) Bailey; brothers, Steve (Carolyn) Anderson, Mike (Terry) Anderson; sister, Magdalene (Jim) Williams;...

Betty Anne Hall

Betty Anne Hall

Mar 23, 2020

Betty Anne Hall, age 78 of Graniteville, passed away on Monday March 23rd, 2020 at her home. She was a loving wife, mother and nanny who will be missed, dearly, by all.

Born on May 4th, 1941 she was the daughter of the late Adam Broadus and Rosa Lee Fulmer. She loved to fish, cook and spend time with her...

John Henry Hall

John Henry Hall

Mar 20, 2020

Mr. John Henry Hall, age 81, of Aiken, S.C., loving husband of Donnell Franklin Hall and son of the late Joseph B. Hall and the late Florence Franklin Hall, entered into eternal rest at Pruitt Health of Aiken, S. C. on Friday, March 20, 2020. In addition to his wife, he is survived by a son, Timothy John Hall; daughters,...

Helen G Wise

Helen G Wise

Mar 19, 2020

Helen Garvin Wise, 92, was called home to be with her Lord and Savior on March 19, 2020.  A devout Christian, wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and a friend to many, Helen was a lifelong resident of Aiken County, South Carolina until she moved to Waynesboro, Georgia to be with family in her later years. 

Helen spent many years faithfully serving...

Violet Campbell Fulmer

Violet Campbell Fulmer

Mar 19, 2020

Ms. Violet Campbell Fulmer, age 76, of Aiken, S. C., wife of the late Clinton C. Fulmer and daughter of the late Herbert H. Campbell, Jr. and the late Beryl Rumley Campbell, entered into eternal rest at her residence in Aiken with her family by her side on Wednesday, March 19, 2020. She is survived by a daughter, Angela (Glendale)...