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Recent Obituaries in Columbia, SC

Browse recent obituaries and death notices for the Columbia, SC area. Each tribute honors a life lived and reflects the diverse traditions, cultures, and stories that shape our community.

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Matthew Dean Carroll

Matthew Dean Carroll

Sep 1, 2017

WEST COLUMBIA—Matthew Dean Carroll, 38 of West Columbia, passed away September 1, 2017. Born on October 31, 1978 in Royal Oak, Michigan he is the son of Susan DeHaven (John) of Chesterfield Township, Michigan and Dean M. Carroll (Sherry) of Lexington, South Carolina. Matt was a graduate of Lexington High School and will be missed by all who knew him....

Arthur Reierson

Arthur Reierson

Aug 31, 2017

Arthur Reierson, 85, of Columbia, passed away on Thursday, August 31, 2017.Temples Halloran Funeral Home is assisting the family.

Patricia "Pat" A. Pope

Patricia "Pat" A. Pope

Aug 31, 2017

COLUMBIA—Patricia A. “Pat” Pope, 85 of Columbia, passed away on Thursday, August 31, 2017 at Palmetto Health Baptist Hospital. Funeral Services for Patricia “Pat” Amick Pope, 85, of Columbia will be held on Tuesday, September 5, 2017 at 3:00 p.m. at Temples Halloran Funeral Chapel, 5400 Bush River Road, Columbia, South Carolina 29212; conducted by the Reverend LouEllen Benton, with...

Dwight Earl Stallings

Dwight Earl Stallings

Aug 31, 2017

COLUMBIA—Funeral services for Dwight E. Stallings, 60, of Columbia, will be held at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, September 9, 2017 at Temples Halloran Funeral Home Chapel, 5400 Bush River Road, Columbia, SC 29212. The family will greet friends from 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. prior to the service at the funeral home. Mr. Stallings, beloved husband of Rebecca “Becki” L. Kilpatrick...

Guillermo Deleon "Molly" Valena

Guillermo Deleon "Molly" Valena

Aug 30, 2017

COLUMBIA—Guillermo DeLeon “Molly” Valeña, PhD, died peacefully at home on August 30, 2017 in Columbia, SC at the age of 78, from complications of Progressive Supranuclear Palsy. Gil is survived by Bella, his wife of 51 years; and his children: Michelle Valeña Brady (Dr. John Brady), and Myra Valeña (Scott Padgett); and his grandchildren: Cecily Valeña Brady of Silver Spring,...

James L. Caldwell

James L. Caldwell

Aug 26, 2017

COLUMBIA—Dr. James L. “Doc” Caldwell, 82, was called to his heavenly home on August 26, 2017 in the company of his wife of 57 years, his children and grandchildren.His devotion to his wife, family and his all encompassing belief in God marked his entire life. James was born in Birmingham, Alabamato Julius Clifton and Ruby Pauline Caldwell. He had two...

Thomas "Gus" Augustus Bradley,

Thomas "Gus" Augustus Bradley,

Aug 24, 2017

COLUMBIA—Funeral services for Thomas “Gus” Augustus Bradley, Sr., 78, of Columbia, will be held at 3:00 p.m. Sunday, August 27, 2017 at St. Mark’s United Methodist Church, 3200 Lyles Street, Columbia, SC 29201. Inurnment will be held at a later date in Ft. Jackson National Cemetery.The family will receive friends from 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. prior to the service...

John Lloyd Berg

John Lloyd Berg

Aug 23, 2017

Lexington – John Lloyd Berg II,60 of Lexington, SC passed away on Wednesday, August 23, 2017 after a courageous battle with Multiple Myeloma Cancer for the past 12 years.He was a son of John L. Berg and Elizabeth B. Berg. John was a member of Our Lady of the Hills Catholic Church and the Knights of Columbus. He graduated from...

Joe E. Brown

Joe E. Brown

Aug 22, 2017

LEXINGTON—Funeral services for Joe E. Brown, Jr., 90, of Lexington, will be held at 3:00 p.m. Friday, August 25, 2017 at Chapel of Temples Halloran Funeral Home, 5400 Bush River Road, Columbia, SC 29212 with the Minister Mel Futrell officiating.Burial will be private.Visitation will be held from 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 pm. prior to the service at the funeral home....

Mary Jo Kilcoyne Wilson

Mary Jo Kilcoyne Wilson

Aug 22, 2017

COLUMBIA—Mary Jo Kilcoyne Wilson, passed away on Tuesday, August 22, 2017, at her residence.She was born in Wetzel County, WVA on November 13, 1929. A native of West Virginia, Mary Jo taught in public schools in Baltimore, MD and worked as a teaching assistant at Lexington-Richland School District 5,and shetaught at Seven Oaks Presbyterian Kindergarten. She was an energetic and...

Kristen Ashleigh Smith

Kristen Ashleigh Smith

Aug 15, 2017

Columbia—Kristen Ashleigh Smith, 32, of Columbia, passed away on Tuesday, August 15, 2017 in Columbia.Born in Columbia, SC, she is the daughter of Wendy Cheryl Wilson and Todd Smith. Kristen Smith graduated from Chapin Alternative in 2002, then she attended Midlands Technology College. Kristen worked many years in the service industry around Lake Murray and Chapin, she had spent time...

Katherine L. Howells

Katherine L. Howells

Aug 8, 2017

Katherine L. Howells, 94 of Columbia, passed away on Tuesday, August 8, 2017. Plans will be annouced by Temples Halloran Funeral at a later date.

Marvin Bryant Gregory

Marvin Bryant Gregory

Aug 8, 2017

Marvin Bryant Gregory, 85, of St. Simons Island, GA, departed this life Tuesday, August 8, 2017 at his residence. Born March 19, 1932 in Aiken, South Carolina to the late Luene W. Gregory (Bethune).Marvin was a U.S. Air Force Veteran and retired wholesale clothing representative.He had been a resident of St. Simons Island for the past three years, but had...

Patricia Ann Hensley

Patricia Ann Hensley

Aug 8, 2017

The funeral service for Patricia “Pat” Ann Hensley, 69, of Prosperity will be held Thursday evening, August 10, 2017 at 7:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Temples Halloran Funeral Home, 5400 Bush River Road, Columbia, SC 29212 with the Bishop Randy Caulder officiating.The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. Entombment will be held at Bush River...

Sherman N. Hinson,

Sherman N. Hinson,

Aug 7, 2017

CHAPIN—Funeral services for Sherman Nathen Hinson, Sr., 74, of Chapin will be held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, August 10, 2017 at St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church, 1416 Broad River Road, Columbia, SC 29210 with Reverend John Trump officiating.Burial will follow in St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church Cemetery.The family will greet friends from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. prior to the service at...

Betty J. Eargle

Betty J. Eargle

Aug 3, 2017

COLUMBIA—Betty Ann Johnson Eargle, widow of Oscar Lawrence Eargle, Jr., went to be reunited with him in their heavenly home on August 3, 2017.They were married for 68 years until his death in 2014.Betty was a loving wife and devoted mother of three children: Linda Crain, Mary Graham and Wayne Eargle (Melinda); 5 grandchildren, Melanie Blackwell (Troy), James Graham, Dr....

Millie Ann Mcguinn

Millie Ann Mcguinn

Aug 2, 2017

LEXINGTON—Millie Ann McGuinn went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, August 2, 2017.Ann was the daughter of the late Steven Edward and Veda Lovell. She was predeceased by her husband, Benjamin McGuinn, her oldest son, Timothy McGuinn, and two of her three sisters, Dorothy and Alberta.She is survived by her sister, Roberta and by 5 of her 6 children,...

Ann V. Hanna

Ann V. Hanna

Aug 2, 2017

COLUMBIA—Ann Hanna, 73, passed away on Wednesday, August 2, 2017, at Lowman Home in Chapin. She was born in Richland County on September 26, 1943, the daughter of Martha B. Vaughn Dreher and the late Floyd F. Vaughn, Sr. Gifted with an engaging sense of humor and a giving heart, Ann is lovingly remembered by family and the many friends...

Mickey T. Wooten

Mickey T. Wooten

Jul 31, 2017

COLUMBIA—The memorial service forMickey T. Wooten 72, of Columbia,will be held Thursday, August 3, 2017 at 3:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Temples Halloran Funeral Home, 5400 Bush River Road, Columbia, SC 29212 with the Chaplain Suzanne Ringer officiating.The family will greet friends from2:00 p.m. – 3 p.m., prior to the service at the funeral home. Born in Columbia, SC...

Gertrude "Trudie" H. Newton

Gertrude "Trudie" H. Newton

Jul 29, 2017

LEXINGTON-A graveside service for Gertrude “Trudie” Hudson Newton, 89, of Lexington will be held at 1:00 p.m. Friday, August 4, 2017 in Ft. Jackson National Cemetery, 4170 Percival Road, Columbia, SC 29209. She passed away Saturday, July 29, 2017.Her husband, Charles B. Newton, SMSGT (USAF, Ret.) who passed away February 4, 2011, will be interred with her and will receive...

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