Justine Q. Heyman
Justine Q. Heyman, a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away peacefully at her home in Beaufort, S.C., on July 11, 2026, with her husband and daughters by her side.
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May Crockett
May Mazyck Rosenblath Crockett, age 92 of Beaufort, S.C. passed away on Thursday, July 9, 2026 at home surrounded by family.
Mike Rainey
Lt. Col. Michael “Irish” Rainey, USMC (Ret.), born in Carlisle, Pa., passed away peacefully in his sleep on June 29, 2026 in Beaufort, S.C. A decorated Marine Corps fighter pilot, respected antiques dealer, and devoted friend, he lived a full life in the cockpit, in his hangar, in his amazing garden and among his cherished friends. He leaves a legacy of devoted service, lifelong friendships and fiercely held passions.
Patsy Hunt Snipes
Patsy Jean Hunt Snipes, 82, passed away on June 16, 2026, after a journey with Alzheimer’s disease and complications from a recent fall.
Olive Warrenfeltz
Olive H. Warrenfeltz, 95, formerly of Buffalo, N.Y., and later of Port Royal, S.C., passed away on Saturday, June 13, 2026, in Port Royal. She was the beloved widow of John (Jack) L. Warrenfeltz.
Celebrate the life of radio icon Mark Robertson on Sunday, June 28
Friends, listeners, and community members are invited to gather for a celebration of life honoring longtime radio personality Mark Robertson from 2 to 4 p.m., Sunday, June 28, at The Barn at New Riverside at 30 Red Barn Drive in Bluffton.
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Pat Franklin McGarity
Pat Franklin McGarity, 92, of Bloomfield Hills, Michigan died on Thursday, April 23 at his home in Beaufort, South Carolina.
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Ellen Bertha Goethe Graves
Ellen Bertha Goethe Graves, 101, widow of Harold L. Graves, Sr., of Beaufort, S.C., died Friday, May 22, 2026 in Sprenger Healthcare of Port Royal, S.C.
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