JAMES A MCALISTER FUNERAL HOME

It is with a heart full of gratitude for a life well-lived that we announce the passing of Louis Tobias Richter, Jr., who departed this world peacefully on March 21, 2025, at the age of 86. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 11:30 AM Friday, March 28, 2025 at Nativity Catholic Church, 1061 Folly Road, James Island. The family will receive friends between 5:00 and 7:00 PM, with a 6:30 Vigil Service, Thursday at the James A. McAlister Funeral Home, 1620 Savannah Highway. The Rite of Committal will follow at Mount Pleasant Memorial Gardens. There will be a celebration of life announced at a later time. Born on October 26, 1938, in Charleston, South Carolina, Louis exemplified a life...

Maggie Mae Hopkins Roper was born on April 17, 1927, to Spencer Hopkins, Sr., and Maggie Mae Kitt Hopkins in Plant City, Florida. She quietly departed this life on Monday, March 17, 2025, while she peacefully slept. Funeral services will be conducted 4:00 PM Sunday, April 6, 2025 at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, 1309 Secessionville Road, James Island. The Repass will immediately follow at Hope's Treasure Chest, 1528-B Folly Road, James Island. Maggie spent the early part of her childhood in Blackville, SC. After the untimely death of her mother, her father relocated Maggie and her siblings to Charleston, SC. She attended the public schools of Charleston. Maggie married Joseph...

Timm Wesley Gipe, 77, of Mt. Pleasant, known affectionately as "Goatman," passed away at home on March 11, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. A reception to Celebrate his Life will take place on Thursday, March 20, 2025, between 4:00 and 6:00 PM at Hibernian Hall, 105 Meeting Street. Timm was born on April 15, 1947, in Noblesville, IN, a son of Saramae Venable Gipe and Julius Fletcher Gipe. He graduated from Hillcrest High School in Sumter, SC in 1965 and went on to attend The Citadel, where he graduated in 1969. He became a licensed real estate broker in 1973. Timm had a distinguished career and a profound impact on his community. His dedication to his profession was recognized on...

Charles Paul Yerbury, 89, a resident of James Island, South Carolina, peacefully departed this world on March 3, 2025. He was born March 26, 1935, in New York, NY. Charles lived a life marked by service and commitment. Charles dedicated two decades as a Chief Petty Officer in the United States Navy, exhibiting not only his dedication but also his remarkable skills and leadership. Following his Naval career, Charles spent another 20 years as a mechanical designer at the Charleston Naval Shipyard. Chuck was known for his independence and tenacity, traits that he wore like a badge of honor. His welcoming spirit and keen sense of humor drew many neighbors from Lighthouse Point to his home. He...

Taby (Lydia) Keener - Charleston, SC - Taby Keener, daughter of the late Ruth Ferguson Reeves and the late Percy Gooding Reeves, entered into eternal rest on the morning of February 21, 2025, in Charleston, SC, with her daughter and grandson at her side. Relatives and friends are invited to attend her memorial service at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 1, 2025 at Grace Episcopal Church, 98 Wentworth Street, in Charleston, SC. Taby was born in Allendale, SC on August 1, 1927, and was one of eight children. She graduated from Allendale High School and worked with Railway Express Agency for many years. She and her late husband, Paul Pinckney Keener, were co-owners of Transmission Doctors. She was...

Jackie Hancock Salmonsen, 92, widow of Keith Salmonsen, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 8, 2025, in McCormick, SC. The relatives and friends of Jackie are invited to attend her Funeral Service at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 15, 2025 at the James A. McAlister Funeral Home (1620 Savannah Highway, Charleston, SC). All are invited to visit with family at 1:00 p.m. prior to the service. Burial will follow the service at the Magnolia Cemetery (Green Hill section), at 70 Cunnington Avenue, Charleston, SC 29405. Jackie was born on July 4th, 1932 in Lake City, SC. Her father was James Quincy Hancock and her mother was Cora Mae Hanniford Hancock. She was the oldest of three siblings....

David Condon Runey of Charleston, SC, husband of Desiree Hall Runey for 46 years and the father of three loving children, passed away peacefully on February 8, 2025, after a long illness. His Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 AM, Friday, February 14, 2025, at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, 1695 Raoul Wallenberg Boulevard. The Rite of Committal will follow at St. Joseph's Columbarium. The family will receive friends between 5:00 and 7:00 PM on Thursday evening at the James A. McAlister Funeral Home, 1620 Savannah Highway. David was born February 18, 1950, in Charleston, SC, a son of the late Colonel Michael Lawrence Runey, Jr. and Elsie Condon Runey, both of Charleston. He...

Mary Frances Smith, 89, widow of Cecil "Smitty" Smith Sr, of Charleston, SC, entered into eternal rest on Saturday, February 8, 2025, due to complications from Parkinson's disease. The relatives and friends of Mary Frances and Cecil Smith are invited to attend her Funeral Service at 11:00 AM, Saturday, March 1, 2025, at the James A. McAlister Chapel, 1620 Savannah Hwy, Charleston. Burial will follow at Live Oak Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends between 5:00 and 7:00 PM, Friday evening at the funeral home. Mary Frances was born in Charleston, a daughter of the late Benjamin and Mabel Baldwin. She grew up on Folly Beach and graduated from Rivers High School. She retired from...

Helena Blanchard McKay Vivona, 86, widow of Fred S. McKay and Dominic A. Vivona, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 7, 2025, at her residence in Franke at Seaside in Mount Pleasant, SC. The relatives and friends of Helena are invited to attend her Mass of Christian Burial 11:00 AM, Monday, February 17, 2025, in Grace Hall at Christ Our King Catholic Church, Mount Pleasant. The Rite of Committal will follow at Mount Pleasant Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service in Grace Hall. Helena was born in Charleston on July 16, 1938. She spent her early childhood years in downtown Charleston growing up on Pendleton Street, attending Sacred Heart...

Kay Rusher Hall, 88, died Tuesday, February 4, 2025. A Celebration of Life will be held at 4:00 PM, Saturday, February 8, 2025, at the James A. McAlister Chapel, 1620 Savannah Highway, Charleston. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Kay was born March 9, 1936, in Wilmington, NC. She was the daughter of John and Luna Rusher. She graduated from East Carolina College with a degree in primary education. Kay taught in private/public schools in both North and South Carolina. She assisted her husband, Reece, at his business Sloan, Montgomery, Gregory and Hall until her retirement. Kay was a member of many organizations and served as a volunteer for...