All Obituaries

Robert Eugene Edwards, 89, passed away January 13, 2021 at the Veterans Victory House in Walterboro, SC from complications of COVID-19.  Robert was born on June 16, 1931 in Red Springs, NC to the late Mr. and Mrs. Elbert and Ara Lee Buchanan Edwards. Mr. Edwards retired from civil service with the U.S. Air Force.  He was very active in his Masonic Lodge and was The Past Grand Master in three different lodges.  He loved playing golf, playing cards, and reading...

Known as a woman of grace and beauty throughout her life, Ruth Minter White McBrayer passed away on Friday, January 8th while hospitalized with COVID 19 in Beaufort Memorial Hospital, Beaufort, South Carolina. Born to Claude Hugh and Louise Minter White on March 2, 1946, in Martinsville, VA, she was raised in Martinsville, Roanoke and Bedford, VA. Ruth is survived by her husband of 40 years, Dr. Harry “Rob” McBrayer of their home in the Habersham community of Beaufort; two...

        Roy Woodrow “Rod” Tillotson, Jr., 60, of Ridgeland, SC passed away Saturday, January 2, 2021 at Coastal Carolina Hospital in Hardeeville, SC after a courageous battle with cancer.  Rod was born on July 18, 1960 in Columbia, SC.      Rod was the successful owner of Tillotson Plumbing Company which he formed in 1983.  He was a beloved husband, father, son, brother, grandfather, uncle, and friend.  He was...

     Johnny Ray Smith, 58, of Hardeeville, SC passed away January 1, 2021 at his home. He was born on December 10, 1962 in Savannah, GA.      Johnny was a great sportsman in high school, loved animals, and enjoyed being outdoors. He had a big heart and will be greatly missed by his family and friends.     Left to cherish his memory are his father, Walter Smith (Mary); one brother, Joseph Smith; two half-sisters, Selena Yocco...

Margaret Frances Henderson Vaigneur was born on March 28, 1933, in Donalds, South Carolina. She was the daughter of Essie Burton Henderson and Robert Franklin Henderson. She was predeceased* and survived by siblings Charles Henderson* (Evelyn*), Wilbert Henderson* (Betty June*), Haskell Henderson* (Tate*), Helen Henderson Smith* (Andy*), Robert Henderson (Marie*), Shirley Henderson Williams (Herb*), Betty Henderson McNeely (Sam), Melvin Henderson* (Judy* and Anne) and David Levyn...

Nancy O. White, 84, of Ridgeland, SC passed away Saturday, November 28, 2020 at her home in Ridgeland, SC surrounded by her loving family.  She was born on February 3, 1936 in Ridgeland to the late Mr. Henry Joab Odum and Mrs. Vera Hodges Stone. Ms. White worked for 30 years as a clerk for Farmers Home Administration. After retirement she went on to join the team at the Jasper Sun Times as the office manager. There she worked for another 20 years and grew close to her...

Ms. Martha Louise (Griner) Smith, 78, of Hardeeville, SC passed away on Wednesday November 25, 2020.  She was born in Washington, GA on August 30, 1942, to the late Mr. and Mrs. Robert and Mary Louise Smith Griner. Her family has many fond memories of her during Christmas, which she loved, especially the wonderful meals she enjoyed cooking.  They also looked forward to their many beach outings, that were always sure to be adventurous.  She was a proud homemaker and made sure...

Betty Ann Shuman, 86, of Ridgeland, SC passed away Friday, November 20, 2020 at her home.  Betty was born on October 27, 1934 in Springfield, GA to the late Mr. and Mrs. Joseph and Gussie Hodges Crosby. Ms. Shuman worked as a department manager for Woolworth Department Store in Savannah, GA. She was an avid gardener and an amazing cook.  Ms. Betty was extremely proud of her family and was a loving sister, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. Left to cherish her memory are...

William Avery “Tiger” Tuten, 81, of Ridgeland, SC passed away Sunday, November 8, 2020 at Coastal Carolina Hospital in Hardeeville, SC.  He was born on January 11, 1939, in Sardis, GA to the late Mr. and Mrs. William and Cordie Mae Sikes Tuten.  Mr. Tuten served in the South Carolina National Guard and retired with 25 years of service, as a Master Sergeant.  He worked for Joe Harden Builders on Hilton Head Island as a construction superintendent, was a member of...

Patricia Jean Oliver, 65, of Ridgeland, SC passed away on, Sunday, October 11, 2020 at Coastal Carolina Hospital in Hardeeville, SC.  She was born on July 8, 1955 in Worcester, MA to the late Mr. and Mrs. Adrian and Dora Arpin Brien.     Ms. Oliver worked in the shipping and logistical department for Frito Lay and retired with 35 years of service.  After moving to Ridgeland SC, she joined Ivy Garden Club of Ridgeland.  She quickly became an active member and...