Obituaries

Dr. Deborah Amy Mayer

Dec 7, 1947 - Apr 30, 2026

Dr. Deborah Amy Mayer, aged 78, of Kiawah Island, South Carolina, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 30, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She was the devoted wife of Dr. Edward John Kosinski. A service to honor her life will be held at Norfield Congregational Church, located at 64 Norfield Road, Weston, Connecticut, on…

Sybil Nadine Kessler

Aug 27, 1935 - Apr 30, 2026

Sybil Nadine Kessler, 90, of Charleston, South Carolina, wife of the late Carl Douglas Kessler, entered into eternal rest Thursday, April 30, 2026. Her Funeral Service will be held Friday, May 8, 2026 at the J. Henry Stuhr, Inc., West Ashley Chapel, 3360 Glenn McConnell Parkway at 11:00 am. The family will receive friends Friday…

Joyce Cannon McKenzie

Jan 8, 1939 - Apr 30, 2026

Joyce McKenzie, “Juice” or “Juicey”, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, departed this life on April 30, 2026 in Charleston, South Carolina. She was born January 8, 1939 in Savannah, GA, to the late Willie L. And Mattie D. Cannon. Joyce was predeceased by her husband of 66 years (Bill), and one sibling, Gloria…

Karie "Kay" Branton Kennerly

Apr 18, 1942 - Apr 29, 2026

Karie "Kay" Branton Kennerly, 84, of Wadmalaw Island, South Carolina, entered into eternal rest Wednesday, April 29, 2026. A Graveside Service will be held Monday, May 4, 2026 at the First Baptist Church of Ravenel, 5987 Hwy 165 at 11:00 am. The family will receive friends Sunday, May 3, 2026 from 3:00 pm to 5:00…

Curtis Calhoun Cato

Jan 21, 1932 - Apr 28, 2026

Curtis Calhoun Cato was born on January 21, 1932, in Red Top Charleston, SC, where he spent nearly all of his life, save for a brief stint in the Army as a draftee in the Korean War and less than a year in St. Paul, Minnesota in the 1950s before firmly deciding that he preferred…

W. Richard Kirkland

May 14, 1942 - Apr 28, 2026

William Richard Kirkland, born on May 14, 1942, passed away peacefully in Florence, South Carolina, on April 28, 2026, just weeks shy of his 84th birthday. Richard’s life was marked by a profound dedication to excellence, an enduring commitment to his family, and a steadfast devotion to his community and craft.Richard’s journey began with a…

Sharon Dukes Classen

Nov 28, 1946 - Apr 28, 2026

Sharon Dukes Classen, a beloved wife, daughter, mother, sister, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, danced into Heaven joyfully on April 28, 2026, surrounded by her family, at the age of 79.Born on November 28, 1946, in Charleston, South Carolina, Sharon was the daughter of Lula Mae Grooms Dukes and James Whiteman Dukes. From these humble beginnings,…

Corey Tyler Blizard

Dec 6, 1997 - Apr 27, 2026

Corey Tyler Blizard, 28, of Summerville, South Carolina, entered into eternal rest Sunday, April 26, 2026. His funeral service will be held Sunday, May 3, 2026, in J. Henry Stuhr Inc., Northwoods Chapel. 2180 Greenridge Road, North Charleston at 2:00PM. His visitation will be held Saturday, May 2, 2026, from 6:00PM-8:00PM.Corey was born on December…

Duane Scott Bishop

Feb 17, 1965 - Apr 27, 2026

Duane Scott Bishop, 61, of Charleston, SC, husband of Beth Bishop, went to be with the Lord on April 27th, 2026, with his family by his side. His funeral will be held on May 1st in the J. Henry Stuhr, Inc., West Ashley Chapel, 3360 Glenn McConnell Parkway, at 1:00pm. Entombment to follow at Holy…

"Bucky" Charles Flood, Jr.

Jul 9, 1954 - Apr 26, 2026

"Bucky" Charles Flood Jr., 71, of Charleston, South Carolina (Pierpont), entered into eternal rest Sunday, April 26, 2026. His Visitation will be held Thursday, April 30, 2026 at the J. Henry Stuhr, Inc., West Ashley Chapel, 3360 Glenn McConnell Parkway, from 12:00 pm until 1:00 pm. His Funeral Service will be held Thursday, April 30,…