Posey Funeral Directors

Memorial Services for Charline Blevins, 80, who entered into rest on February 7, 2025, will be conducted Saturday, March 8, 2025, at 2 o'clock from the Posey Funeral Chapel. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Charline was born on February 13, 1944, to the late Charles "Chuck" and Frances Heath Ruffner and was raised in North Augusta, SC. She later married her high school sweetheart, Earl W. Blevins and they moved to Greensboro, GA for several years. In 2013, Charline and Earl moved back to North Augusta, SC. Charline had a big heart and was a natural caregiver. These traits helped her as she served in the nursing field for over 25 years. She...

Sandra Morris Duerksen, of Aiken, SC and formerly of Wexford, PA and Granger, IN, passed away peacefully in her home on December 22, 2024. She was 82 years old. A Celebration of Life Service was conducted Saturday, December 28, 2024 at the Posey Funeral Chapel, located in North Augusta, SC. Sandra was born August 16, 1942, in Cleveland, OH to Mary Louise (Graitge) and Curtis Benjmain Morris. She and her older sister, Elaine Louise Morris, grew up in Pittsburgh, PA and Fairview Park, OH. In 1964, she graduated from Westminster College where she also met the love of her life, Dennis Rae Duerksen. In 1964, the couple married. In 1972, the couple, now with their two young children, moved to...

Sandra Morris Duerksen, of Aiken, SC and formerly a long-term resident of Wexford, PA and Granger, IN, passed away peacefully in her home on December 22, 2024. She was 82 years old. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Friday night for visitation from 5 to 7 o'clock. Celebration of Life Services will be conducted Saturday afternoon at 1 o'clock from the Posey Funeral Chapel. The family wishes to invite all those in attendance following the service for refreshments at the Posey Cottage. Known by her friends and loved ones as "Sandie," she was born August 16, 1942, in Cleveland, OH to Mary Louise (Graitge) and Curtis Benjmain Morris. She and her older sister, Elaine Louise...

Memorial Services for Mrs. Nona Bell, 79, who entered into rest, December 14, 2024, will be conducted Saturday, December 21st, at 11 o'clock in the Posey Funeral Chapel with Rev. Steve Davis officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home one hour prior to the service. A private interment will be held at a later date. Nona was born April 10, 1945, in Wooster, OH, to the late Clyde Senn and Lonetta Mae Fuller Senn. She graduated from nursing school and had a fulfilling career as a registered nurse for 35 years while she resided in North Augusta. Her innate ability to discern and care for the needs of others allowed her to impact the lives of her patients and their families...

North Augusta, SC - Funeral Services for Mr. Darrell Wicker, 71, who entered into rest December 10, 2024, will be conducted Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock at First Christian Church of Augusta with Rev. Andrew Cato officiating. Interment will follow in Pineview Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends at the church one hour prior to the service from 1 until 2 o'clock. Posey Funeral Directors of North Augusta is in charge of arrangements (803)278-1181. For complete obituary details visit www.POSEYCARES.com

Aiken, SC - Funeral Services for Curtis Roy Young, Sr., 83, who went peacefully to be with the Lord on December 9, 2024, will be conducted Saturday morning at 11 o'clock from Talatha Baptist Church, Pastor Jordan Bird officiating. Interment will follow in Southlawn Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Friday evening from 5 until 7. Mr. Young was born June 3, 1941, in Aiken, SC to the late William and Eunice Young. He was a longtime member of Green Pond Baptist Church. Mr. Young owned and operated Atomic Auto Parts and Wrecking Co. He was a member of the South Carolina Towing and Recovery Association. Mr. Young loved to fish and enjoyed visiting friends and was...

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Dr. Edwin V. Martinez de Andino Carrion, a beloved father, husband, and friend who left us on 1 November 2024 at the age of 63 years old. Dr. Martinez de Andino was born on 30 June 1961 in San Juan, Puerto Rico, and through his life, he embodied kindness, strength, and unwavering love. Dr. Martinez de Andino was a man of integrity, a true friend, and a pillar of strength to everyone who knew him. His presence lit up every room, and he brought joy to those around him with his laughter and warmth. He left a lasting legacy that touched countless lives. Above all, he was a devoted father and husband who cherished his family...

Funeral Services for Mr. Walter E. Soper, 72, who entered into rest July 4, 2024, will be conducted Sunday afternoon, July 14th, at 2 o'clock from the Posey Funeral Chapel with Dr. Mark Riser officiating. Interment will follow in Aiken Memorial Gardens with Full Military Honors. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Saturday afternoon from 4 until 6 o'clock. Posey Funeral Director of North Augusta is in charge of arrangements (803)278-1181. For complete obituary details visit www.POSEYCARES.com

Memorial Services for Dr. John F. Bigger, Jr., 85, who entered into rest July 1, 2024, will be conducted Tuesday, July 9th, at 2 o'clock at Grace United Methodist Church. The Rev. Dr. Cathy Jamieson and Dr. John M. Newell, III officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Monday evening from 5 until 7 o'clock. Dr. Bigger was born January 7, 1939, in Chattanooga, TN, to the late John F. and Thelma Bigger. He was raised in Anniston, AL and was a U.S. Navy veteran with two years of service. Dr. Bigger graduated from Duke University, received his medical degree from Washington University in St. Louis, where he also served as Chief Resident during his Ophthalmology residency....

Memorial Services for Mr. William "Bill" Skinner Boynton, 97, who entered into rest June 10, 2024, will be conducted Tuesday afternoon, June 18th, at 2 o'clock at Fairview Presbyterian Church with Dr. Allen M. Thompson officiating. Interment will immediately follow in the church columbarium. The family will receive friends in the church fellowship hall following the interment. Bill was born April 5, 1927, to the late Evander Ashton Boynton, Sr. and Dorothy Skinner Boynton. He was raised in Walterboro, SC, and graduated in 1944 from the Carlisle Military School, Bamberg, SC. Bill was a proud patriot and a U.S. Navy veteran, serving his country during the World War II era. He retired from...

North Augusta, SC- Celebration of Life Services for Ken Knight, 66, who entered into rest June 8, 2024, will be conducted Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the Grace United Methodist Church Lake Site. Mr. Steven "Hot Rod" LaMance and Mr. Jay Bass officiating. The Grace United Methodist Church Lake Site entrance is located on US Hwy 28, 2.2 miles North of the US Hwy 221 intersection. Signage will be apparent marking the location. The family will receive friends following the service. As Ken would say, "Come as you are," the family is requesting that guest in attendance wear racing attire or the color blue. Ken was born September 2, 1957, in Greenwood, SC to the late Claude Ervin and Mildred...

Surrounded by her loving family on her 90th birthday Frances Cecelia Felak went to be with the Lord Jesus. The Memorial Mass will be conducted Saturday morning, May 11, 2024, at 9 o'clock at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church with Father J. Antony Das Gaspar celebrant. Interment will take place in the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies in Washington County, PA at a later date. A vigil will be prayed at the funeral home Friday evening, May 10 at 5 o'clock followed by the visitation until 7 PM. She last lived at Hammond Square Assisted Living facility and was born in McKeesport Pennsylvania on April 26,1934 to the late Helen and Charles Pavlecic, the 7th of 9 children. "Honey Girl" married...

Memorial Services for Mr. Walter Russell "Walt" Brill, Jr., 96, who entered into rest April 13, 2024, will be conducted Saturday morning, June, 29th, at 10 o'clock at Fairview Presbyterian Church. Dr. Allen M. Thompson officiating. Interment will follow in the Fairview Presbyterian Church Columbarium. The family will receive friends in the church fellowship hall following services. Mr. Brill was born October 7, 1927, to the late Walter Russell Brill, Sr. and Helen Pitman Brill. He was a native of Pitman, NJ, a former resident of Wilmington, DE, Newark, DE, and Hilton Head, SC, having made North Augusta, SC, his home for the past 19 years. Mr. Brill was accepted into Massachusetts Institute...

The Mass of Christian Burial for Joyce Jones Flake, 86, who entered into rest February 29, 2024, will be conducted Tuesday, March 5th, at 2 o'clock at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church. Father Antonydas Gaspar celebrant. Interment will follow in Pineview Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends at the church one hour prior to the service from 1 until 2 o'clock. Posey Funeral Directors of North Augusta is in charge of arrangements (803)278-1181. For complete obituary details visit www.POSEYCARES.com

Funeral Services for Mr. John C. Lewis, Jr., 70, who entered into rest February 9, 2024, will be conducted Thursday morning at 11 o'clock from Grace United Methodist Church. The Rev. Dr. Cathy Jamieson and Rev. Ashley Buchanan officiating. Interment in Jackson Memorial Park. Mr. Lewis was a native of Jackson, SC, having made North Augusta his home for the past 14 years. He was a member of Grace United Methodist Church where he served as a member of the Board of Trustees and the Family Foundation Sunday School Class. Mr. Lewis was a graduate of Gardner-Webb College. He was a retired manager in the site utilities department of SRNS. Mr. Lewis was member of Pine Ridge Country Club, an avid...

Funeral Services for Mr. James Cecil Greene, Jr., 91, who entered into rest January 27, 2024, will be conducted Wednesday afternoon at 2 o'clock from Matlock Baptist Church. Reverend Dale Reeves officiating. Interment in Jackson Memorial Park. Mr. Greene was a native of Jackson, SC, a graduate of Ellenton High School and a l954 graduate of Clemson University. He served two years in the United States Army and retired from the United States Postal Service with 32 years of service. After retiring, he farmed and raised Angus beef cattle. His lifelong love was his church, his family, the Clemson Tigers, farming, fishing, and bird hunting. Mr. Greene was a member of Matlock Baptist Church in...

Funeral Services for Mr. Eric P. Sisk, 46, who entered into rest January 10, 2024, will be conducted Saturday morning at 11 o'clock from St. Bartholomew's Episcopal Church. The Reverend Joseph Shippen officiating. Interment in Sunset Memory Gardens. Mr. Sisk was a life-long resident of Clearwater, South Carolina. He was a member of St. Bartholomew's Episcopal Church and a Chef with the Order of St. Helena Convent. Mr. Sisk was a 1996 graduate of Wardlaw Academy and a 2000 graduate of the University of South Carolina at Columbia. He was an Eagle Scout and a talented Artist. Survivors include his mother, Sarah Anne Sisk; a brother, Jeffrey B. Sisk; two nieces, Allie Sisk and Belle Sisk;...

No services are planned for Leonard Beasley Steed, Jr., 96, who entered into rest December 22, 2023, following an extended illness with Parkinson's disease. Mr. Steed was born September 28, 1927, in Appling, GA to the late Leonard Beasley Steed and Fannie Lou Dunn Steed. Following the death of his mother at three years of age, "Junior", as he was known by his family and friends, was raised by his beloved grandparents, James Leonard and Lillie Mae Beasley Steed. Mr. Steed graduated from Ellenton High School in 1945, the same year obtaining his pilot's license, and graduated from Paris Island Marine Corps Depot. Mr. Steed served his country active duty WWII in the Sixth Marine Corps Division...

Funeral Services for Brig. Gen. Jerry H. Risher, USAF, Ret., 85, who entered into rest December 15, 2023, will be conducted Friday morning at 11 o'clock from the Bethel United Methodist Church. Reverend Matt Turner officiating. Interment in Jackson Memorial Park with Full Military Honors. General Risher was a native of Ellenton, South Carolina, a former resident of Jackson having made Aiken his home for the past 19 years. He was a member of Bethel United Methodist Church of Jackson. After graduating from Auburn University in June 1963 with a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering, he was commissioned a Second Lieutenant in the South Carolina Air National Guard in July 1963 and was...

Mrs. Frances Arlene Honeycutt, 70, entered into rest November 24, 2023. A Celebration of Life will be conducted Saturday afternoon, December 23rd, at 2 o'clock at Grace Lutheran Church, Springfield, IL. The family invites friends to join them for a reception following the service in the church fellowship hall. Mrs. Honeycutt was born August 1, 1953, to the late Richard Arlan Miller and Rose Marie Hopper Miller. She was a lifelong resident of Springfield, IL, and a member of Grace Lutheran Church, where she was actively involved in the prayer group. Mrs. Honeycutt enjoyed spending time with and serving her church family. She had a warm personality and was known as a compassionate lady who...

Memorial services for Rhea von Lehe Ashley were held on Tuesday, November 7, 2023, at 11a.m. at St. Paul's Methodist Church, 1356 Amelia Street, Orangeburg, SC. Burial followed at Sunset Hill Cemetery, 500 Alta Vista Avenue, North Augusta, SC at 2:30PM. Memorials may be made to Epworth Children's Home, 2900 Millwood Ave., Columbia, SC, 29205 or St. Paul's Methodist Church, 1356 Amelia St., Orangeburg, SC 29115. Posey Funeral Directors of North Augusta is in charge of arrangements (803) 278-1181. For complete obituary details visit www.poseycares.com.