Obituaries

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,…

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,…

Dr. Richard Leander Beck

Aug 21, 1946 - Apr 25, 2026

Dr. Richard Leander Beck, 79, of Folly Beach, South Carolina, husband of Karen Lovelace, entered into eternal rest on April 25, 2026. Richard was born across the street from Colonial Lake on August 21, 1946, and grew up in Riverland Terrace on James Island in the most idyllic of times, roaming the woods, spending hours…

Balva Aprans Hartley

Aug 24, 1943 - Apr 25, 2026

Balva Aprans Hartley, 82, passed away peacefully on April 25, 2026.Balva was born on August 24, 1943, in Jaunjelgava, Latvia. As a young child, she fled her homeland with her family in 1944 to escape the advancing Soviet occupation. They spent several years in Germany before immigrating to the United States in July 1949, eventually…

Summar Shea Snyder Simpson

Sep 1, 1973 - Apr 25, 2026

Summar Shea Snyder Simpson, 52, of Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, wife of Bobby Simpson entered into eternal rest Saturday, April 25, 2026.A celebration of Summar’s life will be held at Seacoast Church-Mount Pleasant on Monday, May 4, 2026 at 1 pm. The family will receive friends at the church the hour prior(at 12 noon). Interment…

Megan Aila Gabriel

Dec 9, 1974 - Apr 24, 2026

The fierce and magical Megan Gabriel born December 9th, 1974 in Kentucky was raised in Upstate New York and ultimately left us all too soon on April 24th, 2026, in Charleston , SC. It's comforting that Megan is now united with her dearly missed Mother, Lynn Gabriel, Roxy, Wrigley and Ivy. She is survived by…

Marco Paulo Negreiros

Dec 21, 1977 - Apr 24, 2026

With deep sorrow and heavy hearts, we share the passing of Marco Paulo Negreiros-a beloved husband, father, son, brother, friend, and an inspiration to so many.Marco Paulo was soulmate, best friend, and the love of Melissa Cooley Negreiros’ life, and a proud, devoted father to Maxton (20), Lillian (15), and Sophia Kate (11). His family…

Jane Kellett Hayes, PhD

Dec 27, 1948 - Apr 24, 2026

Jane Kellett Hayes, PhD (Kuzniacki), known as Jane or Janie to her family and friends and Mimi to her grandchildren, peacefully passed away on April 24, 2026. She was 77.Born Betty Jane Kellett in Greenville, South Carolina, she was the daughter of John H. Kellett and Mattie Lou Watson Kellett. She was a graduate of…

Melvin Clyde Knight

Aug 6, 1932 - Apr 24, 2026

Melvin Clyde Knight, 93, of Charleston, SC, beloved husband of the late Marlene Fralix Knight, entered into eternal rest on April 24, 2026, with his children by his side. He is reunited with his wife of 70 years, parents, brothers, sisters, and grandson. He will be missed by the hearts of those who knew and…