Shellhouse & Shellhouse-Rivers Funeral Homes

02/27/2026

Carol Annette Park

Carol Annette Park, 88, passed away Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at her home, the home of her daughter and son in law in Aiken, SC. Carol was born in Fremont, OH, daughter of the late Wilbur J. Koch and Mildred Besanceney Koch. Carol was a registered nurse by trade but a stay-at-home mom by profession and love. Her nursing career started with training at Mercy College of Northwest Ohio in Toledo, Ohio and culminated at Bethesda Nursing Home and Rehabilitation...

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02/26/2026

Ernest Dale Hepler

NEW ELLENTON, SC - Mr. Ernest Dale Hepler, 67, passed away on Tuesday, February 24, 2026 Arrangements will be announced by SHELLHOUSE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 924 HAYNE AVE., AIKEN, SC 29801.

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02/26/2026

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02/25/2026

Lee Alexander Davidson

Lee Alexander Davidson, 86, passed away peacefully at home in Aiken, South Carolina on February 21, 2026. Born in Bryan, Ohio, he was the son of the late Frank and Edith Davidson of Fairborn, Ohio. Surviving are his wife, Katherine Davidson; daughter, Anne Roberts (Elton) of Montana; son, John Davidson of Florida; sister-in-law, Nancy Davidson of Ohio; and several cousins, nieces, and nephews. His son, Charles Davidson, and brothers, Robert Davidson, Roy Davidson, and Lynn Davidson, preceded him in death....

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02/25/2026

MSG Jesse Lee Baker, USA Ret.

MSG JESSE LEE BAKER, USA, Ret., 84, beloved husband of Vivian Neal Baker, passed away Wednesday, February 25, 2026, in Aiken Memory Care. Funeral plans will be announced. SHELLHOUSE – RIVERS FUNERAL HOME, 715 EAST PINE LOG RD., AIKEN, SC Powered by Froala Editor

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02/22/2026

Bryce Robert Oldham

Bryce Robert Oldham, born on October 8, 1940, in Cabarrus County, North Carolina, passed away on February 20, 2026, in Aiken, South Carolina. He lived a life dedicated to service and commitment to others. Mr. Oldham served his country honorably in the Air Force. Following his military service, he became a valued member of the Charlotte, North Carolina, Fire Department, where he continued to serve the community with courage and dedication. Later, Bryce concluded his career by retiring from the...

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02/22/2026

We understand that every person is special. That’s why we offer a wide variety of services to meet the needs of every family we serve.

Whether you’re interested in burial, cremation, or memorial options, we can offer suggestions to help you celebrate the unique person you've lost. To learn more, visit www.shellhouseriversfuneralhome.com.

02/21/2026

John Edward Maldonado

AIKEN, SC - John Edward Maldonado, born January 13, 1954, in California, passed away Friday, February 2026, leaving behind a legacy of service, excellence, music, and deep love for his family. As the son of a United States Air Force serviceman, John spent his early years traveling the world. His childhood included relocating to France, where French became his first language. Over the course of his youth living in several countries, he became fluent in French, Spanish, Italian, German, and...

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02/20/2026

G. Ashford Milner III

G. Ashford Milner III, 79, passed away Thursday morning, February 19, 2026, at Silver Bluff Grove Memory Care in Aiken. A native and lifelong resident of Aiken, Ash was the son of the late George Ashford Milner, Jr. and Vivian Gillispie Milner. He was the owner of Milner Super Gas & Trucking. Golf was one of his passions. Ash played for years at his beloved Palmetto Golf Club. He also spent a lot of his time at the Aiken Tennis...

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02/20/2026

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02/20/2026

Harry G. Wood, Jr.

Harry G. Wood, Jr - 87, died of kidney failure on February 4, 2022, at home in Aiken, SC. He is survived by his wife Virginia of Aiken, SC, son Brian (Michelle) of Bloomfield Hills, MI, daughter Laura (Tim) of Mount Pleasant, SC, granddaughter Emily (Daniel) of Melrose, MA, and grandson Trevor (Eri) of Plymouth, MI. Born on October 4, 1935, in Park Ridge, NJ, and educated at Lehigh University, Harry loved jazz, home renovations, the NY Times crossword puzzle,...

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02/16/2026

Peggy J. Gurske

Peggy Jo Gurske age 72, of Aiken, South Carolina passed away on Saturday, February 7, 2026, surrounded by the love of her husband Richard and the gentle whinnies of the horses and pets she adored. She was born on November 23, 1953 in Marshall Texas. Peggy loved riding and taking care of their array of horses,competed in horse shows and rode in drag hunts. When her horses foundered, she went to school to become a farrier, all the while battling...

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