Obituaries

Joy Loris Mims (Bolus)

Mar 17, 1958 - Feb 15, 2026

Joy Loris Mims (Miss Joy), 67, of James Island, South Carolina, went to be with the Lord on February 15, 2026, surrounded by her devoted family. A Charleston native, born March 17, 1958, she was the daughter of the late James Alexander Mims, Jr. and Loris Martschink Mims. Joy attended First Baptist High School and…

Betty Joan Brant

Dec 21, 1942 - Feb 15, 2026

Betty Joan Brant, 83, of Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, entered into eternal rest on Sunday, February 15, 2026. Her funeral service will be held Tuesday, February 24, 2026, at the J. Henry Stuhr Inc., Mount Pleasant Chapel, 1494 Mathis Ferry Rd, at 2:00 pm.

Amelia Louise "Molly" Pratt

Dec 5, 1945 - Feb 14, 2026

My name is Amelia Louise ("Molly") Pratt. I was born at Old Roper in Charleston, December 5, 1945, daughter of Eunice Hare Johnston and Dr. Edward Wallace Pratt. I graduated from The High School of Charleston, in 63, went to CofC '63, Palmer College '64, and decided I was gonna be one of those glamorous…

Christine Jo Lorusso

Sep 11, 1952 - Feb 13, 2026

Christine Jo Lorusso, of Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, wife of the late Norman Lorusso, entered into eternal rest Friday, February 13, 2026. A Celebration of Life will be held at Goldbug Island February 22nd at 4pm and all are welcome to attend.Chris was born September 11, 1952 in San Rafael, California, daughter of the late…

William Joseph Howell, Jr.

Sep 2, 1942 - Feb 12, 2026

William Joseph Howell, Jr., 83, of Charleston, South Carolina, entered into eternal rest on Thursday, February 12, 2026. His funeral service will be held Tuesday, February 17, 2026 in Holy Spirit Lutheran Church at 10:30 am 3075 Bees Ferry Road Charleston, South Carolina and the family will receive friends beginning one hour prior. Burial will…

Ruth Robertson Branks

Mar 17, 1931 - Feb 11, 2026

Ruth Robertson Branks, 94, of Charleston, South Carolina, entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, February 11, 2026. Her graveside funeral service will be held Monday, February 23, 2026 in Live Oak Memorial Gardens at 11:00 am. Please join us after the service to celebrate Ruth's life at Kathy's (formerly Ruth's) home. Arrangements by J. Henry…

Harold Frank Hock, Jr.

Oct 24, 1940 - Feb 11, 2026

Harold Frank Hock Jr., 85, was born on October 24, 1940, in Charlotte, North Carolina, to Harold Frank Hock Sr. and Marie Barlow Hock. He grew up in Sumter, South Carolina, alongside his younger sister, Ann Hock Gaillard.During his youth, Harold excelled as an athlete, participating in football, basketball, and swimming. After graduating from high…

Gayle Austin Brown

Dec 23, 1945 - Feb 11, 2026

Gayle Austin Brown, 80, of Isle Of Palms, South Carolina, wife of Robert "Eddie" Brown entered into eternal rest Wednesday, February 11, 2026. A funeral service and celebration of life will be held at a later date.Gayle was born September 23, 1945 in Orangeburg, South Carolina, daughter of the late William Daniel Austin and the…

Shirley Ann Long Claytor

Dec 29, 1949 - Feb 11, 2026

Shirley Ann Long Claytor, 76, of Summerville, South Carolina, entered into eternal rest Wednesday, February 11, 2026. Arrangements by J. Henry Stuhr, Inc. Northwoods Chapel.Shirley was born December 29, 1949 in Kingsport, Tennessee, daughter of the late Ross Long and the late Ada Dobbs Long. She loved traveling, gardening, and antiquing.She is survived by two…

Klaus Michalski

May 21, 1945 - Feb 9, 2026

Klaus Michalski of North Charleston, SC passed away unexpectedly on February 9, 2026. Born May 21, 1945 in Germany. He enlisted in the United States Air Force in 1966 and was stationed in Germany, Vietnam, Italy, California, Florida, and South Carolina. He loved being in the military and serving his country. After retiring from the…