Joe Herron Owens, Jr.
Sep 30, 1937 - Feb 14, 2026
Joe Herron Owens, Jr. of Charleston, South Carolina, died on Saturday, February 14, 2026. A celebration of his life is to be held at the Pawleys Island Chapel on Wednesday, February 25, at 11:00 a.m.He is survived by his sister, Ann Nicholson Owens of Washington, D.C.Mr. Owens was born September 30, 1937, in Winnsboro South…
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…
John Edward Wilson
Dec 11, 1940 - Feb 13, 2026
John Edward Wilson, aged 85, of North Charleston, South Carolina, entered into eternal rest on Friday, February 13, 2026. Born on December 11, 1940, in Trio, South Carolina, he was the beloved son of the late John William Wilson and the late Eliza Blakely.John was a devoted family man, a hardworking entrepreneur, and a truly…
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…
Commander (Ret.) Mary Julie Kraper
Feb 24, 1950 - Feb 12, 2026
Commander (Ret.) Mary Julie Kraper passed away unexpectedly on February 12, 2026, at her home in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. She was 75 years old.Mary was a proud and devoted wife, loving mother of three sons, faithful Roman Catholic, daughter, sister, friend, United States Navy nurse, Bostonian, dog mom, and gifted storyteller. Her life was…
Carroll Lane "Buddy" Phillippe, Sr.
Sep 3, 1941 - Feb 12, 2026
Carroll Lane “Buddy” Phillippe, Sr., 84, of Charleston, South Carolina, entered into eternal rest on Thursday, February 12, 2026, after a courageous battle with cancer. He was the devoted husband of Lynn Wessen Phillippe. A celebration of his life will be held at a later date. Arrangements by J. Henry Stuhr, Inc. West Ashley Chapel.Buddy…
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
Sep 23, 1945 - Feb 11, 2026
Gayle Austin Brown, 80, of Isle of Palms, South Carolina, entered eternal rest Wednesday, February 11, 2026. Gayle was born September 23, 1945, in Orangeburg, SC. Her parents were William Daniel Austin and Patsy Hines Austin.Gayle was predeceased by her precious daughter Ansley Brown Hurst. She is survived by her loving husband of 57 years,…