Obituaries
Wilbur Lewis "Lew" Gardner Jr.
Mar 24, 2026
Wilbur Lewis “Lew” Gardner, Jr., 88 of St. Helena Island, husband of Patricia Renoll Gardner, died Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at The Retreat at Lady’s Island.
Arrangements for Lew are incomplete and will be announced by Copeland Funeral Service.
Robert "Robbie" Gordon Bruce McCaleb
Mar 21, 2026
Robert Gordon Bruce “Robbie” McCaleb, 63, of Springfield, GA and formerly of Beaufort, SC, husband of Kristi Jane Lanier McCaleb, died Saturday, March 21, 2026 at Hospice of Savannah after a brief courageous battle with brain cancer.
Robbie was born in Louisville, KY and was a son of the late Doctor Foster Collins McCaleb Jr and late Jean Blaine Chrissinger McCaleb....
Kimberley Paschal Elkins
Mar 18, 2026
It is with deep sadness we announce the passing of Kimberley Paschal Elkins, an adored wife, sister, aunt and friend. She passed away at home surrounded by her family who will always cherish the funny memories she managed to create up until the very end. She was 60 years young.
Kim lost the love of her life, Lex, several years ago,...
Thomas Edward Brooks
Mar 17, 2026
Thomas Edward Brooks, 59, of Beaufort, husband of Patricia Meaux Brooks, died Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at his residence.
Thomas was born in Beaufort, South Carolina and was a son of the late Albert and Edna Boullion Brooks. Thomas was employed as an HVAC technician.
Surviving in addition to his wife Patti of 36 years, are two sons Beaux Bergeron and Chris...
Emil P. Kiss Jr.
Mar 7, 2026
Emil P. Kiss Jr. passed away on March 7, 2026.
Emil was born in Philadelphia, PA on April 27, 1948 and was a son of the late Emil Paul Kiss Sr. and Stella Mary Kiss (nee Lopachuk); Emil was a hardworking man who for 50 years worked in the family business of Paco Winders Manufacturing. He graduated from Saint Joseph’s University...
Barbara Kathleen McGinn McCoy
Feb 27, 2026
Barbara Kathleen McGinn McCoy, 101, widow of Frank Reynolds McCoy, did Friday, February 27, 2026 at Sprenger Health Care Port Royal.
A memorial service for Barbara will be held in the springtime. Arrangements will be updated and announced by Copeland Funeral Service.
Copeland Funeral Service is assisting the McCoy family with arrangements.
Herman Smith Jr
Feb 18, 2026
Herman Smith Jr. passed away peacefully at home on February 18, at the age of 89, surrounded
by his loving family.
Born on July 21, 1936, in Grays, South Carolina, Herman was the son of the late Herman Smith
Sr. and Lillian Cook Smith Griffin. At just 19 years old, Herman experienced the tragic loss of
his father, a turning point that left him...
Mary Elizabeth Lemoine
Feb 9, 2026
Mary Elizabeth "Sam" Lemoine, 71, passed away peacefully on February 9, 2026, in Beaufort, South Carolina.
Born on July 8, 1954, in Richmond, Virginia, Mary lived a life marked by resilience, warmth, and a deep appreciation for the simple joys of everyday living. Over the years, she embraced a variety of roles in her working life—serving as a cashier, bartender, and...
Augusta "Mimi" Harrison
Feb 5, 2026
Augusta "Mimi" Harrison passed away peacefully at home on February 5th following a courageous battle with lymphoma. She lived her life with grace, warmth, and a deep devotion to the people she loved.
Mimi was raised in Savannah, Georgia, where her vibrant spirit and kindness were evident from an early age. She attended Savannah Country Day School before graduating from The...
James W Bukoffsky
Feb 3, 2026
James W. Bukoffsky, affectionately known as “Ski” or “Boo,” was born on July 4, 1957, in Salem, Ohio, to Joseph and Kathleen Bukoffsky. James departed this life on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at his residence.
James was preceded in death by his father, Joseph Bukoffsky, and his brother, Jay Bukoffsky.
James attended the public schools of Salem, Ohio. He proudly served in...
Robert Beattie
Jan 16, 2026
Robert Beattie passed away peacefully on January 16, 2026, after a long battle withcancer. Bob was born and raised in Brooklyn to Canadian immigrants, Gerry and Letty Beattie. He was a proud graduate of St. John’s University and fan of its basketball team (go Red Storm!).
Bob and Linda, his wife of over 50 years, built a life, a family, and...
Laurie June Woods
Jan 3, 2026
Laurie June Woods, 53, of Beaufort, wife of Brian Russell Woods, died Saturday, January 03, 2026 at MUSC- Charleston.
Laurie was born in Albany, Georgia and was the daughter of the later Winfred Seitz and BeverlyWestling. Laurie was director of Hobbit Hill Pre-School. She was baptized and attended Church at Cornerstone Christian Church. Laurie enjoyed going to the beach, riding on...
Patricia Ann Oliva
Dec 23, 2025
Patricia Ann Oliva aka (Trish) was born February 14, 1964, in Virginia Beach, Virginia, the daughter of Earl Johnson Sr., and her mother, the late Gloria Aretha Johnson. On Tuesday, December 23rd Patricia Ann answered the master's call in Beaufort, South Carolina and went home to Glory.
Patricia Ann was educated in the Virginia Beach City Public Schools (VBCPS) of Virginia...
Florence Marie Akers
Dec 20, 2025
Florence Marie Akers, known for her strength, bravery, and unyielding positivity, passed away on December 20, 2025. Born on October 28, 1961, in Hillsboro, Oregon, daughter to Dean and Wilma Hammond, Florence was a dedicated wife of 45 years and was known for her warmth, generosity, and the undeniably loving spirit she brought into the world.
Florence will be lovingly remembered...
Kaitlen Sakura Holbrook
Dec 10, 2025
Kaitlen “Kaity” Sakura Holbrook, a vibrant and cherished 38-year-old member of the Beaufort community passed away on December 10, 2025, at Memorial Health in Savannah, Georgia after a lengthy battle with addiction. Born on July 5, 1987, in Beaufort, South Carolina, Kaity was the beloved daughter of Allen and Kathleen Holbrook. Kaity was a true Lowcountry girl whose spirit was...
Harriett Virginia Davis
Dec 4, 2025
Harriett Virginia Davis, 87 of Beaufort, widow of Billie Davis, died Thursday, December 4, 2025 at her residence.
The family will receive friends from 10:00 until 11:00 Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at Copeland Funeral Service.
The funeral service for Harriett will be 11:00 Tuesday, December 9th at Copeland Funeral Service Chapel. Burial will follow at 12:00 noon at Beaufort National Cemetery.
Copeland Funeral...
Julie Diane Risher
Dec 3, 2025
Julie Diane Risher, 62, of Walterboro, wife of William Rhett Risher, Jr entered into eternal rest Wednesday December 3, 2025 at Colleton County Hospital in Walterboro. Julie was born in Carbondale, IL, daughter to William C. Olendorf Jr. and the late Barbara Kay Olendorf. Julie was a dedicated wife of 34 years, loved by her family and grateful to be...
Jeanne G. Wasson
Nov 30, 2025
Jeanne Wasson
Jeanne G Wasson, age 81, of Dataw Island, SC, passed away Sunday November 30, 2025. She was born September 16, 1944 in Boston MA.
Jeanne was preceded in death by her husband of 25 years John Wasson, her parents Raymond and Hattie Gemmel, and brother Raymond Gemmel.
She is survived by her treasured family, stepchildren David (Michele) Wasson, Susan (James) Schultz...
Francois Wilfrid Seguin
Nov 22, 2025
Francois "Frank" Wilfrid Séguin, M.D. passed away peacefully in his sleep at home on Saturday, November 22, 2025.
Frank was born in Boston, Massachusetts on August 21, 1939, the third of nine children, to the late Antoinette Cormier Séguin and Wilfrid A. Séguin, M.D. of Southbridge, Massachusetts. Frank attended Notre Dame High School in Southbridge where he played basketball and Assumption...
Ardath Renee Ritter
Nov 17, 2025
Ardath Renee Ritter, 61, of Guyton, GA, wife of David Paul Ritter, died Monday, November 17, 2025 at Effingham Hospital, Springfield, GA.
In addition to her husband of thirty-two years, Renee was blessed with two daughters, Sarah Anne Ritter and Hannah Claire Ritter.
The family will receive friends from 1:00 until 2:00 p.m., Monday, November 24, 2025 at Copeland Funeral Service.
A funeral...
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