Obituaries

David Ross Striebinger

David Ross Striebinger

Oct 16, 2022

David Ross Striebinger, 75, of Saint Helena Island, South Carolina, passed away on Sunday October 16, 2022. David was an amazing husband, father, and person of goodwill and compassionate action in our community. He will be missed beyond words. David served on active duty in the Marine Corps during the Vietnam Era. He cared deeply for our community and brought...

Larry B. Lepionka

Larry B. Lepionka

Oct 10, 2022

Larry B. Lepionka, 79, of Beaufort, South Carolina, died Monday, October 10, 2022, at Beaufort Memorial Hospital. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by Copeland Funeral Service - One Copeland Drive.

Ronald Gary Barnard

Ronald Gary Barnard

Sep 30, 2022

Ronald 'Ronnie' Gary Barnard of Beaufort, South Carolina died Friday evening, September 30, 2022, at Beaufort Memorial Hospital after a long illness. He was a lifelong resident of Beaufort. Ronnie graduated from the University of South Carolina. Shortly after graduation he returned home to run the family business. Ronnie devoted his whole life to the operation of Barnard Tire Co....

Martin Hugh Milner

Martin Hugh Milner

Sep 30, 2022

Martin Hugh Milner, 60, of Beaufort, South Carolina and husband of Lynne Fortson Milner, died Friday morning, September 30, 2022, at his home. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by Copeland Funeral Service ' One Copeland Drive.

James Russell Tibboles

James Russell Tibboles

Sep 25, 2022

James Russell Tibboles (89) of Beaufort, SC (formerly of Sandusky, Ohio) passed away on Sunday, September 25th, following a brief illness. Jim was born in Bellevue, Ohio to Melvin & Martha (Schaefer) Tibboles. Upon his graduation from Belleveue High School, Jim joined the U.S. Navy in 1952. He was first stationed in Pensacola, Florida and was then sent to the...

Jonathan Carlisle Fulmer

Jonathan Carlisle Fulmer

Sep 24, 2022

Jonathan 'Jon' Carlisle Fulmer, 51, of Beaufort, South Carolina and husband of Debra 'Deb' Renay Davidson Fulmer, died Saturday morning, September 24, 2022, in Beaufort, South Carolina. Born in Charleston, South Carolina, he was a son of Robert 'Bob' Wayne Sellars and Katrina 'Trina' Ann Carroll Sellars. Jon was a member of The Baptist Church of Beaufort. He graduated from...

Stephen Anthony Rosebrock

Stephen Anthony Rosebrock

Sep 24, 2022

Stephen 'Steve' Anthony Rosebrock, 60, of Noblesville, Indiana, and husband of Ellen Tooley Rosebrock, died Saturday afternoon, September 24, 2022, on Hilton Head Island, South Carolina. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by Copeland Funeral Service ' One Copeland Drive, Beaufort.

Reverand Hoyt Graham, Jr

Reverand Hoyt Graham, Jr

Aug 26, 2022

Reverend Hoyt Graham, Jr, 98, of Beaufort, South Carolina passed away at home in the late evening of August 26, 2022. He is survived by his children, Sandy Somerall (Rick) of Beaufort, and Tim Graham (Susan) of Easley, three grandchildren, Sally Somerall of Columbia, Graham Somerall (Erin) of Beaufort, and Trent Graham (Kara) of Easley, and four great-grandsons, Tanner and...

Harold Lee Meeks

Harold Lee Meeks

Aug 19, 2022

Hal (Harold L. Meeks) loved travelling, the tropics, performing, tennis, swimming and his family. His book 'How Much Fun Was It Really, my 40 years in the Caribbean' reflects his lifelong interests. He was born in San Bernardino July 20, 1937 and was raised in Coos Bay, Oregon. While in the Air Force he won the 'Taps in Blue' emcee...

Sgtmaj Corps (Ret.)

Sgtmaj Corps (Ret.)

Aug 17, 2022

Sergeant Major John Thomas 'Tom' Collier of Beaufort received his final tour orders on Wednesday, August 17, 2022 at the age of 102. Tom was born on November 19, 1919 in Eastover, SC the son of John Thomas Collier Sr. and Fannie K Collier. He attended High School in the Lower Richland School and excelled as a tennis star traveling...

Mary Laplante Howe

Mary Laplante Howe

Aug 16, 2022

Mary Elizabeth LaPlante Howe passed away on Tuesday, August 16, 2022, in Beaufort, South Carolina. Mary was born on October 26, 1931 in Northfield, Massachusetts to the late Harold and Faith (Buffum) LaPlante. Mary was a member of Meadowbrook Church of Beaufort. Mary is predeceased by her husband, Julius P. Howe; sons, Richard, James, David and Steven; her daughter, Valerie...

Doris Burnice Gobel

Doris Burnice Gobel

Aug 15, 2022

Doris Burnice Gobel, 85 of Bluffton, died Saturday, August 13, 2022 at her residence. Doris was born in Hornersville, MO. She was retired from Emerson Electric after 50 plus years of employment. Doris is survived by her son and daughter in law John Gobel and Doctor Patricia Warner; grandchildren Christy West, Jacob and Josh Gobel; and a number of great...

Gary Navy (Ret.)

Gary Navy (Ret.)

Aug 12, 2022

Gary E. Irvin of Beaufort, SC, formerly of Altoona PA went home to be with the Lord Sunday, August 7, 2022. He was born March 1, 1947 in Altoona, Pa. He is the son of the Wilber E. and M. Lorraine Irvin. Gary married Tracie Cobb on December 19, 1992, who survived him after 30 years of marriage. Gary was...

Catherine John Walton

Catherine John Walton

Aug 12, 2022

Catherine 'Catie' John Walton, 36, of Beaufort, South Carolina, died Friday, August 12, 2022 at Beaufort Memorial Hospital. Catie was born in Buffalo, NY. She is a daughter of the Cheryl Roth John and the late Terry John. Catie is survived by her mother; brothers Nicholas John and Michael (Veronica) John; and a number of aunts and uncles. A memorial...

Donald Strang Rosser

Donald Strang Rosser

Aug 9, 2022

Donald Strang Rosser passed away on the morning of August 9, 2022. He was surrounded by loving family in their South Carolina residence. Donald was born in 1927 while Calvin Coolidge was president; the first television pictures were transmitted; Lindbergh flew the Atlantic; the Yankees acquired Babe Ruth from the Red Sox and won the World Series. Donald grew up...

Russell "Rusty" Neill

Russell "Rusty" Neill

Aug 8, 2022

Russell Joseph 'Rusty' Neill, 49, of San Antonio, TX passed away Monday, August 8, 2022. Rusty was born in Orangeburg, SC, and is a son of William 'Bill' and Nicky Coleman Neill. He was a graduate of Camden High. Rusty lived in Beaufort before moving to San Antonio, where he pursued his career as an electrician. Rusty cared and loved...

Randy Lee Roseneau

Randy Lee Roseneau

Jul 30, 2022

Randy Lee Roseneau, 61 of Beaufort, South Carolina, passed away on July 29, 2022, from complications of kidney failure. Randy was at home and surrounded by Toni and their children. Born October 3, 1960, he was the youngest son of Glenn and Lois Roseneau. Randy was a graduate of Beaufort High School, class of 1979. He was employed for 21...

Michelle Theresa Marcil

Michelle Theresa Marcil

Jul 9, 2022

Michelle Theresa Marcil, 38, gained her wings on Sunday, July 3, 2022, while she was visiting in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Michelle was born on July 17, 1983, in Yankton, South Dakota, to Darwin and Toni Smith. Her Dad was in the United States Navy so they moved a lot. Michelle always missed her friends she left behind, but with...

Nancy Allen Rasmussen

Nancy Allen Rasmussen

Jul 3, 2022

Nancy Allen Rasmussen, 77, beloved wife of Birger Kristian Rasmussen, II, passed away peacefully on July 1, 2022. Nancy was born December 7, 1944 in Nashville, daughter of the late James Wiley (Buddy) Allen and Ladeva Bigger Allen-Teague. She graduated from Donelson High School, Class of 1963. Married to Birger on November 26, 1994, they shared 28 years of life...

Chris Easterlin

Chris Easterlin

Jun 26, 2022

Chris Easterlin, 51, of Georgetown, South Carolina, died Monday, June 25, 2022, in Brunswick, Georgia. Chris is survived by his brothers, Scotty and Patrick Easterlin, and a number of aunts, uncles, and cousins.

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