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Nancy Irene Ward, a long-time resident of Lexington, KY, passed away on November 25, 2023 in Aiken, South Carolina where she had recently relocated. Nancy was born August 9, 1950 in Bowling Green, KY to J. Paul Ward and Irene Frances Bettersworth Ward. Nancy was a student from kindergarten through twelfth grade at the Training School (College High) for Western Kentucky State Teachers College, now Western Kentucky University. Nancy graduated as Salutatorian of her senior class. She also graduated from the University of Kentucky with a degree in political science and subsequently received a masters degree in Business Administration from Xavier University in Cincinnati, OH. ...

William Ronald "Ronnie" Ryan, 60, beloved husband of Melissa Ann Brown Ryan, entered into the arms of Jesus and was HEALED on Monday afternoon, November 27, 2023, at Aiken Regional Medical Center following a brave struggle with cancer. Ronnie was born on October 3, 1963, in Augusta, GA., a son of the late William Warren Ryan and Jan Harrell Bryan of Aiken. Ronnie was a member of Bethel Baptist Church and was employed with SRM Ready Mix. Ronnie loved the sport of golf but more than that the great fellowship he would have on the course with his buds and another opportunity to share Jesus. He loved his time with family and sharing the love of Jesus and how important it was to make sure others...

Nancy Irene Ward, a long-time resident of Lexington, KY, passed away on November 25, 2023 in Aiken, South Carolina where she had recently relocated. Nancy was born August 9, 1950 in Bowling Green, KY to J. Paul Ward and Irene Frances Bettersworth Ward. Nancy was a student from kindergarten through twelfth grade at the Training School (College High) for Western Kentucky State Teachers College, now Western Kentucky University. Nancy graduated as Salutatorian of her senior class. She also graduated from the University of Kentucky with a degree in political science and subsequently received a masters degree in Business Administration from Xavier University in Cincinnati, OH. ...

Mrs. Brenda Barnett Rowland, 78, beloved wife of Bernard Rowland was ushered into the presence of her Savior on Friday afternoon, November 17, 2023, following an extended illness which she endured with courage and dignity. She is now free from pain and in the presence of her Savior. Brenda was born on January 27, 1945, in Christiansburg, VA a daughter of the late Edward & Velva Smith Barnett. Mrs. Rowland served as church secretary for Millbrook Baptist Church for over 15 years until her retirement. She was a member of Town Creek Baptist Church. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother and sister. In addition to her husband, Mrs. Rowland is survived by a daughter and son-in-law,...

Lois Ann (Beechwood) Sommers, 84, passed away on Sunday, October 22, 2023. She was an avid horsewoman who owned, trained and raced Thoroughbreds in the Northeast for many years. She was born in New York City, and raised in New Jersey, one of five children of John Jacob and Helen (Keras) Beechwood. Her and her late husband, David Ross Sommers, moved to the Atlanta area in 1996, and after her husband's passing in 2016, she moved to Aiken, South Carolina. She is survived by her three sons, John Joseph of Stone Mountain, Georgia; Stephen Michael of Carlton, Georgia; and Christopher of Albuquerque, New Mexico; her two sisters, Mary Alice Dingman of Aiken and Barbara Beechwood of Durham, North...

Mrs. Elna Ruth Weber Conkelton, 91, widow of the late Henry Worster Conkelton, passed away peacefully at her residence on Thursday evening, October 19, 2023, following an extended illness. Friends will remember that she was always ready with a smile, a joke, and a recipe. Mrs. Conkelton was born on May 24, 1932, in Teaneck, New Jersey, a daughter of the late Harry Weber and Ellen Regina Palm Weber Plenge. Elna was a 1950 graduate of Dumont High School. She received her Degree in Nursing from Christ Hospital in Jersey City, NJ, and began her nursing career there. Once she passed the state boards, she got a job working as a registered nurse at The Valley Hospital in Ridgewood, NJ. After...

Stephen Thomas LiVecchi, age 36, died October 16, 2023, at WellStar Augusta University Medical Center. Stephen was born January 10, 1987, in Colombia, South America. He was adopted at age 2 by his loving and devoted parents, Thomas David LiVecchi and Janice Marie LiVecchi. Stephen graduated with a bachelor's degree in political science from Rutgers University. He enjoyed all sports, especially hockey. He also loved walking, playing computer games, and his guitars. In addition to his parents, he is survived by a special cousin, Melissa Miller and extended family members. A memorial service will be held Monday, October 23, 2023, at 11:00 a.m., in The George Funeral Chapel. The family will...

Christina Marie Cocke, age 52, passed away peacefully during the morning hours of Saturday, October 14, 2023, from Alzheimer's disease. Her family was blessed by her gift in their lives. Tina had Down Syndrome and was a joy to behold. To her mom she was always "her treasure girl." Tina enjoyed life to the fullest and loved music, theatre, dancing, travel and the beach. She never seemed to age. Tina was born to the late William T. Cocke, III and Mary S. Cocke. She graduated from Charles County Public Schools in South Maryland, outside Washington D.C. where she resided until moving to Aiken eight years ago. Tina was active in the Special Olympics for over forty years, receiving many medals...

Mrs. Frances Mason Price, 95, widow of the late Joe F. Price, Sr. passed away peacefully in her home following a period of declining health. Mrs. Price was born on August 16, 1928, in Chilhowie, VA, a daughter of the late John Daniel & Ella Nora Bell Ryan Johnson Mason. She was a retired insurance agent with Lyon Croft Weeks & Hunter Insurance, having worked with them for 25 years. After her retirement she went to work for George Funeral Home & Cremation Center where she was a loved and cherished member of the staff as part time secretary for 22 years until she retired in 2018. She was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church and a member of the Order of the Eastern Star for over...

Wayne Judson Wilmot, age 81, was born June 29, 1942 in Toccoa, GA and passed away October 5, 2023 in Aiken, SC. Wayne was the son of Betty Wheeler Wilmot and Bernard Wayne Wilmot. Wayne leaves behind his loving wife, Carol Annette Wilmot; a son, Wayne Judson Wilmot II; his sister, Evelyn Buce; two step-daughters, Debora Annette Lee and Yvonne Renee Simms. Wayne was in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1959 to 1963. He then went into the insurance business. He was a chartered life underwriter, LUTC graduate, a MDRT and life underwriting graduate. He was an active member of the insurance association, serving on the Board of Directors and as President. He was also involved in the Lions Club of...

Mary Lois Willamson, 66, beloved wife of William E. Russ, Jr. passed away Friday afternoon, September 29, 2023, at the Agape Hospice House in Lexington. Born in Jackson, SC on December 11, 1956, she was the daughter of Loron and Lena Sue Williamson. She was a 1997 graduate of Clemson University. She was a Civil Engineer with the South Carolina Department of Transportation. She was preceded in death by a brother, Lenard Williamson. In addition to her parents, she is survived by her husband of 18 years, William Russ Jr.; two sisters, Laura Williamson and Lydia Williamson; and a brother Gary Williamson. Graveside service were held Monday in Jackson Memorial Park, Jackson,...

Barbara Bateson Woolley, 80, of Aiken, SC, passed away on September 22nd. Barbara was an accomplished artist, jewelry maker, author, athlete, and equestrian. Most of all, she was a loving mother, grandmother and adoring wife. Barbara loved people, horses and big dogs. Barbara was born in Philadelphia. After attending the University of Delaware, she married and raised her three children in Wilmington, Delaware. She was the Director of Development and Public Relations for Delaware Hospice, Marketing Director for Wilmington University, and a Board Member of the United Way of Delaware, Big Brothers and Big Sisters, and the National Society of Fund Raising Executives. She was a...

Mary Ellen Thomas, age 90, passed away peacefully at home Wednesday, September 20, 2023. Mrs. Thomas was born in Blythe, GA to the late Jessie Irvin Mundy Sr. and the late Lettie Tebow Mundy. She had been a resident of Aiken, SC since 1942 and was baptized in Shiloh Springs. She grew up attending Shiloh Baptist Church. Mrs. Thomas had a passion for gardening and loved roses and cross stitching. In addition to her parents, her husband, Jesse Cleveland "Cleve" Thomas Jr.; a son, Flint Thomas; three brothers; Irvin Mundy Jr, Robert Mundy, Mac Mundy and a sister, Marian Thomas, preceded Mrs. Thomas in death. Survivors include six sons, Cleve Thomas (Sally), Whit Thomas (Nancy), Tim Thomas...

John Parker Edel passed away at home on Wednesday, September 13th, 2023. John was born on October 20th, 1937 in NYC. He grew up in Pound Ridge, NY and attended William and Mary College. He wed Jacqueline Rogers on February 17th, 1967, with whom he had three sons. They lived and reared these children along with dogs and horses mostly in Fairfield, CT. It was an active life filled with family, friends, business, travel, books, conversation, gardens, and laughter. They retired outside of Aiken, SC where they built a new home, new gardens and new friendships and welcomed a beloved grandchild. They had recently moved to Aiken proper. John is survived by his wife Jackie Edel, his sons Geordie,...

Dr. Gary Lawrence Shepard, age 69, died September 13, 2023. He is preceded in death by his parents, Herbert & Gloria Shepard as well as his wife, Wanda Key Shepard. He is survived by his daughter, Allie Shepard; two grandchildren, Becky & Sebastian Niedziela; a brother, Scott Shepard; two stepchildren, Brandon & Justin Smith; and two step-grandchildren, Madison & Collin Smith. Gary was a retired optometrist having owned and operated his own practice in Aiken for many years. He was an avid musician, having performed in many community performances and local rock bands. A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Friday, September 15, 2023, in The George Funeral Chapel....

Gary L. Horvath, 77, of Aiken, SC passed away on September 7, 2023 with his wife of 48 years by his side. Gary was born in Sandusky, Ohio on July 16, 1946. He attended Youngstown State University on a football scholarship and was drafted into the Army as soon as he graduated college. He received orders twice for Vietnam, was sent back for further training and eventually ended up being deployed to serve in Korea on the DMZ as a Sergeant. He spent his career in the Concessions industry running the food services for stadiums, arenas and convention centers nationwide. He eventually founded a company in partnership with two friends and later sold his portion when he decided to retire early....

Louise Cornelia Pou Kitchings, 89, of Aiken, SC entered into rest on Sunday, September 3,2023 surrounded by family and loved ones. She was preceded in death by her parents, Percy and Carrie Pou, two sisters, Margie Pou, Jean Eubanks, brother Charles Pou and husband Harold P. Kitchings. She was born in Wagener, SC on July 20,1934, but has been a lifetime resident of Aiken County. She was of the Baptist Faith. She was a former textile worker for Graniteville Company. She loved the great outdoors, hunting, fishing, and gardening. Survivors include, four daughters Mrs. Rebecca Rowe (Sid) Aiken, SC, Linda Stone (Raymond) Aiken, SC, Rhonda Herron (Mark) Aiken, SC, Betty Stone (Johnny)...

Juanita "Nita" Martin, 92, of Aiken, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 2, 2023, at her Cumberland Village home. Born in Champaign-Urbana, Illinois, she was the daughter of the late Leslie Lowell Gross and the late Maxine Esther Corray. "Nita" moved to Aiken in 1997. She was a member of St. John's United Methodist Church, Houndslake Country Club and Woodside Plantation Country Club. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of over sixty years, Robert Cliffton "Bob" Martin; two sons, Michael & Mark Martin. Survivors include a daughter, Pat (Jim) Estergard, Tavares, FL; two granddaughters, Amy (Bob) Patee, Tavares, FL and Amanda (Scott) Miller,...

Robert J. Sullivan, age 82, of Aiken, SC, passed away peacefully on August 31, 2023, with his devoted wife of 62 years by his side. Bob was born on June 2, 1941, in Buffalo, NY to the late George and Elizabeth (Betty) Sullivan. He is survived by his loving wife Marilyn (Agnello) Sullivan; their daughter Rebecca Sawyer (Jonathan) of Maryland; grandchildren Madeline, Abigail and Nathan; their son Patrick Sullivan of West Virginia. In Bob's earlier days, he enjoyed skiing, hunting, kayaking and being outdoors. He loved to read about the civil War and his connection with William Sullivan, his great grandfather, whose life history played a significant role in developing Bob's love of...

Scott Thomas Furman, age 45, passed away at Augusta University Medical Center on August 24, 2023. Family members and clergy were by his bedside. Scott was born May 15, 1978, at Holy Cross Hospital in Silver Spring, Maryland. Scott was a graduate of McDonough High School in Charles County, Maryland and also completed courses at Test Technology Institute while employed at the Naval Research Laboratory in Washington, D.C. After moving to Aiken, SC to be with family, he set up his own business as a technical consultant for computers, laptops, Bluetooth, wi-fi, i-phones, and i-pads. He was also employed as a consultant at Bed Bath & Beyond where he enjoyed meeting and helping people with...

Scott Thomas Furman, age 45, passed away at Augusta University Medical Center on August 24, 2023. Family members and clergy were by his bedside. Scott was born May 15, 1978, at Holy Cross Hospital in Silver Spring, Maryland. Scott was a graduate of McDonough High School in Charles County, Maryland and also completed courses at Test Technology Institute while employed at the Naval Research Laboratory in Washington, D.C. After moving to Aiken, SC to be with family, he set up his own business as a technical consultant for computers, laptops, Bluetooth, wi-fi, i-phones, and i-pads. He was also employed as a consultant at Bed Bath & Beyond where he enjoyed meeting and helping people with...