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Elizabeth "Carleen" Bunch Schraibman - Local Piano Teacher Elizabeth "Carleen" Schraibman, 80, of Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina, fell asleep in death in the early morning hours of Thursday, April 21, 2022. Carleen was born March 8, 1942 in Charleston, South Carolina, daughter of the late Edison Carl Bunch and Elizabeth Watkins "Tiny" Bunch. She graduated from Rivers High School and attended the University of South Carolina. She moved with her family to the Groves neighborhood of Mt. Pleasant in the early 1970s. A talented musician, Carleen was a beloved piano teacher to many students in Mt. Pleasant, where she taught for over 35 years. She also provided musical entertainment at several...

Betty Mace Skinner, 90, of Mount Pleasant, SC, passed away on December 3, 2021. Her funeral service will be held Tuesday, December 7, 2021, in Salem Black River Presbyterian Church, 1060 Brick Church Road, Mayesville, SC 29104 at 1:00PM. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends Monday, December 6, 2021from 6:00PM to 8:00PM in J. Henry Stuhr, Inc. Mount Pleasant Chapel, 1494 Mathis Ferry Road, Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464. Betty Lou was born on December 11, 1930 in Marion County and grew up in Centenary, SC the daughter of Julius LeRoy and Maye Irene LeGette Mace. Betty graduated as valedictorian of Centenary High School in 1947. Her class was the last one to...

Edward Albert Granet "Big Ed", 68, of Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, husband of Cheryl Ann Morris Granet entered into eternal rest Wednesday, October 6, 2021. His memorial service will be held Wednesday, October 13, 2021, at Sullivan's Island Baptist Church, 1753 Central Avenue at 3:00 p.m. Family will be receiving visitors before the service from 2:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. Arrangements by J. Henry Stuhr, Inc., Mount Pleasant Chapel. For those unable to attend, the service will be livestreamed, and the link will be available in Mr. Granet's online obituary at jhenrystuhr.com Eddie was born May 11, 1953, in Norman, Oklahoma, son of the late Albert Charles Granet and the late Sara Rita Brodie...

Zoe McCay Davis, 26, of Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, entered into eternal rest Wednesday, August 25, 2021. A private graveside service was held at Bethany Cemetery. Arrangements by J. Henry Stuhr, Inc. Mount Pleasant Chapel. Zoe was born August 6, 1995 in Athens, Georgia, daughter of Kevin Roscoe Davis and Melissa Barnett Davis. She attended Ashley Hall and graduated from Wando High School. Zoe enjoyed writing and playing the piano. She is survived by her parents, Roscoe and Melissa Davis, and brother, Holt Davis all of Mt Pleasant; paternal grandfather, Roscoe Davis of Athens, GA; maternal grandparents, Dan and Molly Barnett of Augusta, GA; and her two dogs, Jojo and Spanky. Her...

Ruth Ann Barnes, 76, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family on March 18, 2021 in Mt. Pleasant, S.C. Ms. Barnes was born October 31, 1944, in Alexandria, Virginia, to Mark C. and Laura Keller Gordon. She lived most of her life on the Isle of Palms, S.C. and later, Mt. Pleasant, S.C. She worked many years as a civil service employee, and later at the family business until retirement. Her most important job, the job she loved the most, was being fully and always present in her grandchildren's lives, playing a major role in their upbringing. Ms. Barnes was a caring, kind woman with a strong sense of humor that will be missed by many, particularly her grandchildren. Ms. Barnes loved...

Heaven has gained its top soprano soloist- Lynda "Sherry" Bridges Martin, 74, of Mt. Pleasant, SC completed her earthly journey on Jan 10,2021 after valiantly battling Alzheimer's and Dementia The oldest of four children, Sherry was born in Charleston SC on May 27, 1946 to late Nita (Cook) and Tommy Bridges. Sherry attended Winthrop college on a vocal scholarship while studying to become a librarian. She was a part of her office softball team, was in numerous bowling leagues over the years, and hosted neighborhood Pinochle nights when she lived in Muskegon Michigan while raising her family. She spent countless hours crocheting baby blankets for the MUSC NIC unit. If anyone remembers...

Donald William Kee, 78, of Mt. Pleasant, SC, husband of Verna Mears Kee entered into eternal rest Monday, September 28, 2020. Don passed away at home after an extended illness, surrounded by his family. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Verna Mears Kee of Mt. Pleasant, SC, four children: Susan Kearse Clayton (Jimmy) of Ehrhardt, SC, Stephanie Coste Kee Henderson (Scott), Cameron Kee (Emily), Ansley Kee Galman (Marc), and three grandsons, Logan Galman, Andrew Galman, and Levi Galman, all of Mt. Pleasant, SC. Due to Corona Virus restrictions, a private memorial service will be held at J. Henry Stuhr, Inc., Mount Pleasant Chapel, 1494 Mathis Ferry Road and burial will follow in...

Michael "Mike" H. Pierce Michael "Mike" H. Pierce of Mount Pleasant, South Caroline, husband of Carol Ann Pierce entered in to eternal rest on Tuesday, July 14th, 2020. Mike was born October 24, 1942 in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, son of late Herbert Richwine Pierce and the late Dorothy Wenger Pierce. It was at Conestoga Valley High School that he met his high school sweetheart, Carol Ann Herr Pierce, whom he later married. He enrolled in Albright College in Reading, Pennsylvania where he studied Biochemistry and played on the tennis and golf teams. Following an early acceptance to Temple Dental School, he and Carol moved to Philadelphia. While at Temple he joined the Naval ROTC program. Upon...

Albert Schraibman, 78, of Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina, died peacefully in the early morning hours of Wednesday, July 1, 2020. Albert was born September 11, 1941 in Charleston, South Carolina, son of the late Harry Schraibman and Sadie "Syd" Fox Schraibman. He and his little brother Julian enjoyed many summer days in Shoreview near the Ashley River riding bikes and playing in the marsh. Albert was a beloved camp counselor at Camp Cheraw organized by the Jewish Community Center of Charleston and an enthusiastic member of several Jewish youth groups during his teenage years. Albert graduated with a degree in English from the College of Charleston and served with the South Carolina National...

Jill Franco Miller, 66, of Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, wife of Robert "Bobby" E. Miller, Jr. joined her Heavenly Father on May 17, 2020. She was an Emmy Award-winning journalist of 28 years and worked across the southeast. She was a political activist, top-producing realtor for Carolina One, a passionate community member of Charleston, and a dedicated follower of Christ. Jill was born on November 18, 1953, in Atlanta, GA, daughter of the late Frank Sousa Franco and the late Doris Leggett Franco. She graduated from the University of Georgia's in 1977, majoring in Journalism and Political Science. She enjoyed her career in broadcast and print journalism for 28 years, beginning with the...

George Lea "Dodge" Hindman passed away on Tuesday, April 14, 2020. Dodge was born on October 3, 1956. He was the son of Charles Hindman and Charlotte Goblet Hindman. He attended Mt Pleasant Academy and graduated from Wando High School in 1975. Dodge was an avid baseball player in his youth, and later played Men's league softball with the Mount Pleasant Generals. After high school Dodge lived in Denver Colorado where he worked in Greenhouse management. He then attended Trident Tech where he received a degree in Ornamental Horticulture. After college he worked for a Landscape and Design Company in Houston, Texas. He was partner in The Good Earth Landscaping Company from 1983 to 2000. Dodge...

Deborah Winningham Chiola, 66, of Summerville, SC passed away Thursday afternoon April 2, 2020 from a stroke. With the suddenness of her accident and the limitations imposed by COVID-19, her children were able to be put on speakerphone to let Debby hear their voices as they shared their love for her before she passed away peacefully. Deborah was characterized as being a loving and supportive wife and mother who was there for any family member or friend no matter what. She cared deeply for those around her, supported them to the fullest, and was their biggest cheerleader. She was also outspoken and as those her know her only too well, was quite a force to be reckoned with. Deborah loved to...

Cynthia "Cyndy" B. Wood, 61, of Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, passed away in the arms of her husband John at their home Tuesday, March 31, 2020. Arrangements by J. Henry Stuhr, Inc. Mount Pleasant Chapel. Cyndy was born July 7, 1958 in Phoenixville, Pennsylvania, one of two daughters of Dr. Homer F. Bechtell and Dolores Hyden Bechtell. Cyndy earned her undergraduate degree in Speech Pathology and Audiology from the University of New Hampshire (Class of '80), Durham, NH, where she met John and where her father, Professor Emeritus, taught Mathematics. She went on to earn a master's degree in Public Administration from Penn State University. Her career led her to Kimberly-Clark, Time...

Ira Boyce Horton, Jr., M.D., 92, of Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, widower of Mary Anne Jones Horton entered into eternal rest Wednesday, January 29, 2020. His memorial service was held Saturday, February 1, 2020 in The Church of the Holy Cross, 352 N. Shelmore Blvd at 3:00 p.m. The family received friends at the church following the service. Interment was Sunday in Memorial Park Cemetery, Orangeburg, SC at 3:00 p.m. Arrangements by J. Henry Stuhr, Inc. Mount Pleasant Chapel. Ira was born in 1927 in Bethune, South Carolina, son of the late Ira Boyd Horton and Ethel Lois Baker Horton. He served as a hospital Corpsman in the U.S. Navy detached to the U.S. Marine Corps in 1945. Ira served as...

Elizabeth D. Hughes, 60, of Charleston, South Carolina, entered into eternal rest Saturday, January 11, 2020. Her funeral service was held on Tuesday, January 21, 2019, in at J. Henry Stuhr, Inc., Mt. Pleasant Chapel,1494 Mathis Ferry Road at 2:00pm. The family received friends one hour prior to the service. Born December 1, 1959 in Charleston, South Carolina, Elizabeth was daughter of the late Phillip DuTart and the late Patricia DuTart Mattox. She retired as a manager working with government contracting. She was a great mom and Nana and helped take care of Sawyer. She is survived by her daughter, Brittany Chapman (Ian) and grandson, Sawyer, of Charleston, SC; brother, Peppy DuTart...

Elizabeth Butler Graves, 97, entered into eternal rest Saturday, December 21, 2019. A Graveside service will be held 11 AM Friday, December 27, 2019 at Island Cemetery with Reverend Justin Ritter officiating. Elizabeth was born in Loris, SC on August 25, 1922 to the late Beulah Bannister Butler and Lonnie Howard Butler. Elizabeth graduated from Providence High School and Winthrop College and taught school for several years, followed by employment at the Atlantic Coast Line Railroad Company. At time of retirement she was dental assistant to Dr. John M. Butler, her brother. She was a member of Providence United Methodist Church and was active in the Faithful Adult Sunday School Class and...

The relatives and friends of JoAnn M. Sheppard are invited to attend her funeral service on Sunday, December 1, 2019 in J. Henry Stuhr Inc., Mount Pleasant Chapel, 1494 Mathis Ferry Road at 3:00 pm. The family will receive friends at 2:00 pm until time of the service. A memorial message may be sent to the family by visiting our website at www.jhenrystuhr.com.

Virginia "Ginny" Rose Interrante passed on November 12, 2019 at the age of 93 while living in Milton, Georgia. Born on June 15, 1926, in Brooklyn, New York, Ginny celebrated every moment of her life, filling her days with good food, good champagne, and time with loved ones. Throughout her life, she lived in New York, New Jersey, Florida, California, Arizona, and Georgia. A former city council woman in New York City, Ginny was involved and influential in her communities. Ginny was a very independent, enterprising woman who held many roles from a young age. Over the years, she was a bookkeeper, politician, theater director, hotel proprietor, hospital accountant, and real estate broker....

Joan L Lugo , 88, of Summerville, SC Thursday October 24.

Doris Ann Franco, 81, of Mt Pleasant, wife to Arthur C Franco of 28 years, entered into eternal rest on September 24, 2019, surrounded by her family. Born on July 19, 1938 in Passaic, New Jersey; Doris Ann was the daughter of the late Michael J Bialek and Helen Arvary. Doris Ann graduated from Passaic General Hospital Nursing School in 1959 and later achieved her BSN from University of Bridgeport in 1983. She was a surgical nurse for the heart valve replacement team at The National Institutes of Health prior to marrying the love of her life, Arthur C Franco in 1964. He nicknamed her "The Polish Princess", a name which she was very proud of and loved. They lived in New York City before...

James Ferrell Williams, 71, passed away peacefully at his home in Georgetown, SC, on August 5, 2019, after a courageous battle with cancer. Ferrell, the only child of James R. Williams and Thelma B. Williams, both deceased, was born in Moultrie, GA, July 22, 1948. He lived most of his childhood in the suburbs of Atlanta. He met the love of his life, Sharon Clark Williams, while working at Retail Credit Company in Atlanta. They married April 26, 1969 in Marietta, Georgia. Beginning in 1969, Ferrell worked for Georgia International Life and later Coastal States Life. In January 1982, he was recruited by Blue Cross Blue Shield in Columbia, SC, commencing a 30-year career. His...