OBITUARIES
Local Obituaries - Georgetown, Andrews, and the Surrounding Areas
Katherine M. Scott
Jun 12, 2025
Katherine McMakin Scott, 88, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 12, 2025, at her home surrounded by her family. Born in Moncks Corner, SC, she was the daughter of the late John Leon McMakin and Thelma (Strickland) McMakin, both of Kingstree, SC.
Katherine was a member of Herbert Memorial United Methodist Church. She graduated from McLeod Infirmary...
Thomas Elrod "Tommy" Lee
Jun 11, 2025
Thomas Elrod "Tommy" Lee, 68, beloved husband of Mary Isaac Lee, passed away peacefully after a long battle with Frontotemporal Dementia, on June 11, 2025, at The Landings of Georgetown.
Born July 21, 1956, in Thomson, Georgia, he was the son of the late Joseph Earle Lee, Sr. and Mary Spears Elrod Lee. In addition to his...
Kathy Jenelle Gambrell Mussman
Jun 6, 2025
Kathy Jenelle Gambrell Mussman, 73, beloved wife of Donald Frederick Mussman, passed away peacefully at her home in Georgetown, South Carolina, surrounded by her loving family on June 6, 2025.
Born October 10, 1951, in Ware Shoals, South Carolina, Kathy was the daughter of the late William Harold Gambrell and Sudie Valerie Kelly Gambrell. In addition to...
Miriam Christine Harrelson Donnelly
Jun 6, 2025
Suttons
Miriam Christine Harrelson Donnelly, 93, widow of James F. Donnelly, Jr., passed away at her residence on June 6, 2025.
Born on July 2, 1931, in Lancaster, South Carolina, she was the beloved daughter of Francis Wilson Harrelson and Evelyn Lucille Walters Harrelson. In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in...
Charles William “Bill” Snyder
Jun 6, 2025
Pawleys Island
Charles William Snyder, Jr., "Bill", son of the late Florence Snyder Hincy and Charles William Snyder, Sr., passed away at McLeod Medical Center in Florence, South Carolina, on June 6, 2025.
Bill was raised in Waynesburg, Pennsylvania. He graduated from Miami Edison High School in Miami, Florida in 1966. He received his BA...
Timothy Longenecker
Jun 3, 2025
Andrews
Timothy Longenecker, 70, passed away Tuesday, June 3, 2025, at his home in Andrews. Born in Chicago, he was a son of the late Walter and Janet (Miller) Longenecker.
Services will be private and are being conducted by the Downtown Chapel of Mayer-Ethridge Funeral Home and Crematory, 843-546-4184.
Eleanor Merklen Cambrey
May 29, 2025
Georgetown
Eleanor Merklen Cambrey, 93, passed away Thursday, May 29, 2025, in the Lexington Community Hospice House - Agape Care, in Lexington, SC. She was born in Darien, CT, a daughter of William Charles Merklen and Ruth Alena (Fitch) Merklen.
A private inurnment service is being held by the family where Eleanor will be placed...
Michael L. Schroer
May 28, 2025
Pawleys Island
Michael L. Schroer of Pawleys Island passed away peacefully at Tidelands Georgetown Memorial Hospital the afternoon of Wednesday May 28, 2025. Mike was born in Butte, Montana; he was the second son of Chuck and Donna Schroer. He moved to Georgetown from Maryland, and of all the places he lived throughout his life, he was...
Charles Robert "Chuck" Nease
May 22, 2025
Charles Robert (Chuck) Nease, 71 of Georgetown, South Carolina passed away peacefully on May 22, 2025 at Georgetown Memorial Hospital. His wife and daughter were by his side. Born on June 8, 1953, in Fairmont, West Virginia. He was the son of William (Bill) Nease and Wilda Loudin Nease. Both preceded him in death.
Chuck's life was...
Nancy Jane Corrigall
May 19, 2025
Nancy J. Corrigall, 88, died peacefully at home on May 19, 2025, after a long illness.
Born on October 14, 1936, in Bellevue PA, she was the daughter of the late John Dillard White and Elizabeth Lenore Buirgy.
She is lovingly remembered by her daughter Tara Corrigall, Virginia Beach VA, daughter Mona (Michael) Filchock, Charlotte...
John Philip "Phil" Dellasega
May 16, 2025
Georgetown
John Philip Dellasega, 82, passed away peacefully at home in Georgetown, South Carolina on May 16, 2025. Affectionately known as Phil, he was a beacon of kindness and encouragement to all who knew him. Phil leaves behind a legacy of love and dedication, particularly visible in the dream home he created for his family at DeBordieu....
Betty Louise Schroeder
May 15, 2025
Georgetown
It is with profound sadness that the family of Betty Louise Schroeder announces her peaceful passing and taking her heavenly flight at the age of 84, after a courageous fight of a short-term illness. Betty passed away at her home in Georgetown, SC in the early morning hours on Thursday, May 15th surrounded by her loving...
William David "Bill" Leger
May 6, 2025
William (Bill) David Leger, 79, of Georgetown, South Carolina, passed away peacefully on May 6, 2025, just two days before his 80th birthday, after a brief but courageous battle with liver cancer.
Born on May 8, 1945, in Fitchburg, Massachusetts, Bill lived a rich and generous life defined by hard work, strong family ties, and a deep...
Joyce E. Hammond
May 4, 2025
Georgetown
Joyce Elane (Taylor) Hammond, 80, passed away peacefully May 4, 2025, at Georgetown Memorial Hospital.
Born in Johnson City, NY on February 8, 1945. Joyce devoted her time to various non-profit organizations including 23 years working for Family and Children's Society, leading a Girl Scout Troup, and fund raising for "Dollars for Scholars".
...Doris Troublefield Lambert
May 2, 2025
Georgetown ~
Doris Troublefield Lambert, 86, passed away Friday, May 2, 2025, in Tidelands Georgetown Memorial Hospital.
A Graveside service will be held at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, at Troublefield Family Cemetery in Wedgefield, SC.
Downtown Chapel of Mayer-Ethridge Funeral Home and Crematory is handling the arrangements, 843-546-4184.
Douglas L. Hinds
May 2, 2025
Douglas Lanford Hinds, 91, widower of Lynette Balliew Hinds, passed away on May 2, 2025, at Georgetown Tidelands Hospital.
Mr. Hinds was born in Kingstree, SC on May 25, 1933, a son of the late Joseph James Hinds and Lillian Lyda Hinds. He was a long-time member of the First Baptist Church of Georgetown, where he was...
Phillip Keith Cumbie, Sr.
Apr 27, 2025
Phillip K. Cumbie, Sr., 81, went home to be with the Lord on April 27, 2025, at his home in Georgetown, SC, surrounded by his loving family.
Born on August 13, 1943, in Andrews, SC, Phillip was the son of the late George and Bernice Cumbie. He graduated from Williamsburg High School in 1961 and began a...
Bobby Joe "B.J." Self, Jr.
Apr 25, 2025
Bobby Joe "B.J." Self, Jr., 47, of Georgetown, passed away on April 25, 2025, at MUSC Medical Center from injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident.
Born on March 18, 1978, in Georgetown, he was the son of Bobby Joe Self, Sr. and Frances Powers Self. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Hulda and Nathan...
Geraldine "Geri" Kowalski Heil
Apr 21, 2025
Murrells Inlet
Geraldine "Geri" Kowalski Heil, 83, passed away Monday, April 21, 2025, in The Crossings of Georgetown. Born in Jersey City, NJ, she was a daughter of the late John and Bertha (Massaros) Fitzpatrick.
She is survived by a daughter, Mary Ringenbach and a son, Steven Kowalski.
Burial will be held in...
Sue Hagood Overton
Apr 19, 2025
Pawleys Island
Sue Hagood Overton, 89, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 19, 2025. A resident of Pawleys Island, SC at the time of her passing, Sue was born in San Antonio, TX on April 15, 1936. Hers was a full and vibrant life marked by devotion to her family, enduring friendships, and a spirit of creativity...
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