Col. William H. Shackelford, US Army (Ret.)

Nov 24, 2025

Col. William H. Shackelford, US Army (Ret.), 97, passed away on November 24, 2025, in Mount Pleasant, SC. His graveside service with military honors will be held Wednesday, December 10, 2025 in Fort Jackson National Cemetery, 4170 Percival Rd., Columbia, SC at 12:00 noon.

Born on July 26, 1928, in Dunn, North Carolina, to the late William Francis Shackelford, and the...

Marcenna Gae Marzluff

Nov 23, 2025

Marcenna Marzluff, of James Island, died on Nov.22,2025 after a long and debilitating illness. She is survived by her husband, J. Michael Marzluff and four children. Julia Levine (David) of Brooklyn, N.Y., Elise Earhart (Marshall) of Asheville, N.C., James Marzluff (Claudia) of Scottsville, VA., Amy Marzluff of Charleston, S.C.; a brother, Russel G. Edgar, Jr of Pensacola,FL; and a sister...

Johnnie Bryant Reed

Nov 23, 2025

Johnnie Bryant Reed, 92, of Isle of Palms, SC entered into eternal rest November 23, 2025.

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Martha Jean Fennell Steele

Nov 23, 2025

It is with profound sadness that the family of Martha Jean Steele, of Hanahan, SC, announce her passing, and her ascent to meet her Lord and Savior on this day, Sunday, November 23, 2025, at the age of 83.

She was born to William Martin Fennell and Jessie Lee Priester Fennell on 08/14/1942, North Charleston, South Carolina. She has been a...

Ann Cooley Epstein

Nov 22, 2025

Ann Cooley Epstein was born in New York City eight months before the end of World War I on April 14, 1918. She is the daughter of Samuel and Rose Cooley, who migrated to the U.S. from Russia in the late 1890's. At almost 108 years old, she is the last surviving child among her older siblings including two brothers...

George I. Boniface

Nov 20, 2025

George I. Boniface, 93, of Mount Pleasant, SC, died on Thursday, November 20, 2025. He was the founder and CEO of Carolina Foreign Exchange which he operated in Charleston from 1989-2003.

Mr. Boniface was born on February 21, 1932 in Charleston, SC. He attended The Citadel and after graduation, served eight years in the US Army. After leaving active duty, he...

Karl Heinz Kuester, Sr.

Nov 19, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Karl Heinz Küester, Sr., a devoted father, husband, and grandfather. He was a master of his craft and a man whose life bridged continents, cultures, and generations.

Born on June 8, 1941, in Hanover, Germany, Karl’s life was shaped by vision, enterprise, and an enduring love for beauty and craftsmanship....

Janet Fitzgibbon Babcock

Nov 19, 2025

Janet Fitzgibbon Babcock, 77, of Charleston, South Carolina, entered into eternal rest Wednesday, November 19, 2025.

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Carson Layfette Willis

Nov 18, 2025

Carson Layfette Willis, 74, of Aiken, South Carolina, entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, following a period of declining health. His Funeral Service will be held Monday, November 24, 2025 in the J. Henry Stuhr, Inc., West Ashley Chapel, 3360 Glenn McConnell Parkway at 11:00 am. The family will receive friends Monday, from 10:00 am to 11:00...

Joseph Ira Bates

Nov 16, 2025

Joseph Ira Bates, 78, of Charleston, South Carolina, husband of Jeannene Carole Carner Bates entered into eternal rest Sunday, November 16, 2025. A memorial service will be held Saturday, November 22, 2025 at J. Henry Stuhr, Inc. Northwoods Chapel 2180 Greenridge Road N. Charleston at 2:00.

Joseph was born March 19, 1947 in Roanoke, Virginia, son of the late Calvin Emerald...