Obituaries

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,…

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…

Dr. Walter Wiggs Fingar, DDS, MS

Jan 14, 1934 - Feb 9, 2026

Dr. Walter Wiggs Fingar, DDS, MS, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on February 9, 2026, at the age of 92. A devoted Christian, loving husband, and dedicated father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, he lived a life centered on his faith in Jesus Christ and his deep love for his family.Born on January…

Norma Elaine Meeks Thomas

May 1, 1952 - Feb 8, 2026

Norma Elaine Meeks Thomas, 73, of Summerville, South Carolina, wife of the late Charles Randolph Thomas entered into eternal rest Sunday, February 8, 2026. The family will receive friends Friday, February 13, 2026 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm in the J. Henry Stuhr, Inc. Northwoods Chapel 2180 Greenridge Road North Charleston SC 29406.Norma was…

Walter Joseph Schenning

Sep 8, 1933 - Feb 7, 2026

Lt. Col. Walter Joseph Schenning, USAF (Ret.), 92, of Hanahan, South Carolina, widower of Mary Green Schenning, entered into eternal rest Saturday, February 7, 2026. His Funeral Mass will be held Friday, February 13, 2026 at 1:00 pm at Divine Redeemer Catholic Church, 1106 Fort Drive, Hanahan, followed by interment at Holy Cross Cemetery, 604…

David Petty

May 6, 1942 - Feb 6, 2026

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of David Petty, of Hollywood, SC one of the kindest, most thoughtful, and considerate men we’ve ever known. A memorial service in his honor will be held on Friday, March 6, 2026 in Christ St. Paul's Church, 4981 State Rd S-10-1160, Hollywood, SC 29449, at…