OBITUARIES

Local Obituaries - Georgetown, Andrews, and the Surrounding Areas

Katherine M. Scott

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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".

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Doris Troublefield Lambert

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

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.

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.

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

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

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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