Obituaries

Lucy Hsiao-Mei Rubritz

Sep 1, 1949 - May 3, 2026

Lucy Hsiao-Mei Rubritz, 76, of North Charleston, South Carolina, wife of Robert David Rubritz passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, May 3, 2026. Her Funeral Service will be held Saturday, May 9, 2026 at the J. Henry Stuhr Inc., Northwoods Chapel, 2180 Greenridge Road at 11:00 am. Interment will follow at Dorchester Memory Gardens…

Thomas Sutler Buckheister, III

Sep 8, 1964 - May 2, 2026

Thomas Sutler Buckheister, III, 61, of Charleston, South Carolina, husband of Serena Cox Walser Buckheister, entered into eternal rest Saturday, May 2, 2026. A visitation will be held Thursday, May 7, 2026 at the J. Henry Stuhr Inc., West Ashley Chapel, 3360 Glenn McConnell Parkway from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM.Thomas was born September 8,…

Bryan Beckes Smith

Apr 15, 1948 - May 1, 2026

Bryan Beckes Smith, 78, of Summerville, South Carolina, entered into eternal rest on Friday, May 1, 2026. His funeral service will be held on Friday, May 8, 2026, at J. Henry Stuhr, Inc., Northwoods Chapel at 3:00 p.m. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.Bryan was born April 15, 1948, in…

Rev. Ronald Ray Shearer

Nov 22, 1948 - May 1, 2026

Rev. Ronald Ray Shearer, 77, born on November 22, 1948, passed away on Friday, May 1, 2026, in Charleston, SC.Ron was a devoted husband to Jennifer Elkins Shearer, who he shared 53 wonderful years of marriage. Together, they raised two children, Matthew Ray and Mary Elizabeth, who were the pride of his life.A dedicated servant…

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…

W. Richard Kirkland

May 14, 1942 - Apr 28, 2026

W. Richard Kirkland, 83, of Mount Pleasant, died April 28, 2026. Please check back for a completed obituary.

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…