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05/04/2026

It’s National Teachers’ Day! Who was the teacher who influenced you the most and why?

05/04/2026

Pamela Smith Bilton

Pamela Smith Bilton, 73 of Columbia, South Carolina, passed away on Monday, May 4, 2026.Born on January 10, 1953 in Portsmouth, VA Pam was a daughter of the late Patricia Wright Smith and Edward Smith.A graveside service will be held Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 11AM at the Eutawville Cemetery, Hwy. 6., Eutawville.

A full obituary is forthcoming.Expressions of sympathy may be viewed or submitted online at avingerfh.com/.Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Avinger Funeral Home, 2274 Eutaw Rd, Holly Hill, SC 29059, (803).496-3434

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05/04/2026

05/02/2026

Ronnie Player Easterling

Ronnie Louise Easterling, 82 of Isle of Palms, South Carolina passed away on Tuesday, April 28 of 2026.

Born on January 7, 1944, in Orangeburg, South Carolina Ronnie was the daughter of the late Mary Louise Rowell Player and Roland Vinson Player.

Ronnie was a beautician by profession and was a graduate of Farah’s Beauty School in downtown Charleston during the 60’s. After years of working as a beautician, Ronnie wanted the freedom of having her own business, so she opened a housekeeping business, “Klean Keepers” in Wild Dunes Resort on Isle of Palms SC. She successfully ran that business for over 40 years. She continued to work in this business until the age of 77 and did not retire until the passing of her husband Alva Raymond Easterling Jr. She and her husband lived on the Isle of Palms for over 50 years. Some of Ronnie’s hobbies include crocheting and baking and she loved to go shopping! If there was a good deal, you could always find Ronnie there. She could always find the best deals no matter where she was. She loved to help people, especially her clients, that she took care of for so many years. Ronnie always loved her pet poodles and her Yorkshire Terrier (Diva). She always had pet babies and loved having them around always!

Ronnie is preceded in death by her parents. Ronnie is survived by her three sisters; Gale Bostock of Bowman SC, Libby Jackson (Wayne) of Martinez GA, Joyce Ann Player of Charleston SC. Ronnie is survived by her daughters, Pamela Denise Smith (Stan) and Karen Ann Easterling; granddaughter Kristin Marie Kinahan (Brenden), grandson Justin Ray Baker, grandson Johnathan Cole Baker and two great grandchildren Issac Hunter Green and Alice Amberlyn Kinahan. She is survived by her many nieces and nephews.

The family would like to thank the staff at Magnolias of Eutawville and Edisto Hospice for their love and support and the continued care that they provided for my mother in her last years here on Earth.

A memorial service will be held at 2 PM on Saturday, May 9, 2026, at Avinger Funeral Home at 2274 Eutaw Rd. in Holly Hill, South Carolina.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Pet Helpers 1447 Folly Road, Charleston, SC 29412. https://pethelpers.org/donate/

Expressions of sympathy may be viewed or submitted online at avingerfh.com/.

Funeral arrangements have been trusted to the avenger funeral home 2274 Utah Rd., Holly Hill, SC 29059 803-496-3434

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05/01/2026

There's a lot to think about when you start estate planning! That's why having a checklist can be so helpful. Read the article below to learn how you can make your own estate planning checklist.

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04/30/2026

James Allen "Jamie" Sweatman

James Allen “Jamie” Sweatman, Jr., 56, formerly of Holly Hill, passed away on April 23, 2026.

Born August 6, 1969, he was the son of Theresa Kizer Mathis and the late Al Sweatman.

Jamie was preceded in death by his father; his daughter, Macy Sweatman; his brother, Travis Sweatman; and his grandparents, Bub and Margie Faulling Sweatman, and Willie and Vernata Peagler Kizer.

Jamie dedicated over 30 years of his life to serving others as a funeral director, working with several firms throughout his career. He began his journey in the profession while still in high school at Avinger Funeral Home. He was also involved in his family’s business, Sweatman’s BBQ, during the time it was owned and operated by his grandparents and family.

He is survived by his mother, Theresa Kizer Mathis; niece, Brittany Hughes (Wes); nephew, Travis “TJ” Sweatman; aunts, Susan French and Patricia Wolpert (Gary); uncles, Thurman "Dutsy" Kizer and Herman Kizer; a special friend whom he considered a sister, Debbie Thomas; several great nieces and nephews and numerous cousins.

A graveside service will be held Sunday, May 3, 2026 at 3:30PM, at Bethlehem Southern Methodist Church.

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04/30/2026

Ruby McAlhany Mims

Ruby McAlhany Mims, 92 of Eutawville, South Carolina, passed peacefully surrounded by family to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Wednesday, April 29, 2026. Ruby was born on October 9, 1933, in Branchville, SC, a daughter of the late Calvin F. McAlhany and Mildred Weeks McAlhany.

Ruby fondly remembered her years growing up on the family farm and picking cotton to earn money for her first car. She was a proud graduate of St. George High School. Ruby began her career with U.S. Postal Service in 1969 and served for over 23 years. She was Postmaster of Vance, SC and then Eutawville, SC and enjoyed serving her community and traveling with her colleagues to various locales for conventions of the National League of Postmasters. Ruby was recognized as Postmaster of the Year in 1992 and Retired Postmaster of the Year in 1993 for her outstanding service. Ruby also faithfully served her church, Eutawville Baptist Church, as church clerk for over 25 years, a member of the choir and benevolence committee, and president of the Women’s Missionary Union. She later became a member of Eutawville Methodist Church, serving as financial secretary and a member of the choir. Ruby worked as an assistant town clerk for the Town of Eutawville and served as town councilwoman. She was also treasurer for the Eutawville Cemetery Committee.

Ruby was a faithful friend and especially loved spending time with her “coffee girls” and playing bingo with her friends at the Vance Community Center and recently at the Presbyterian Community at Summerville (The Village) where she resided. Most of all, she cherished time with her children, grands, great grands and all her family.

Ruby was a loving wife to her late husband, Harry E. Mims, for 32 years, a caring mother to two sons, the late Edward “Eddie” Mims and Calvin Mims, and a “second mother” to their wives, Teresa Mims and Jan Mims. She was the cherished “Mimi” to four grandchildren Joshua Mims, Christopher Mims (Tori), Julie Plunk (Brady), and Katie Orick (Jason) and to eight great grandchildren – Anderson Plunk, Lucy Plunk, Phoenix Mims, Fulton Mims, Ryn Orick, Jaed Orick, Ferris Ann Mims, and Koleman Orick.

Ruby is also preceded in death by two brothers Lee McAlhany and “Bub” McAlhany, and two sisters, Tivie Mae Smoak and Francis Ledford and leaves behind loved nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends on Monday, May 4th, 2026, from 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM at Avinger Funeral Home, 2274 Eutaw Road, Holly Hill. The service will follow at 1PM in the chapel. Burial will conclude at Eutawville Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Presbyterian Communities of South Carolina or Eutawville Methodist Church.

Expressions of sympathy may be viewed or submitted online at avingerfh.com/. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Avinger Funeral Home, 2274 Eutaw Rd, Holly Hill, SC 29059, (803)496-3434.

Expressions of sympathy may be viewed or submitted online at avingerfh.com/.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Avinger Funeral Home, 2274 Eutaw Rd, Holly Hill, SC 29059, (803)-496-3434.

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04/27/2026

Hannelore Kramolowski

Hannelore Kramolowski, 89 of Holly Hill, South Carolina, passed away on Thursday, April 23, 2026.

A full obituary is forthcoming.

Expressions of sympathy may be viewed or submitted online at avingerfh.com/.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Avinger Funeral Home, 2274 Eutaw Rd, Holly Hill, SC 29059, (803)496-3434.

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04/27/2026

Joel Dawson Yon Sr.

Joel Dawson Yon, of Eutawville, South Carolina, husband of Patricia Yon passed away on April 23, 2026, at the age of 82.

Born in Charleston, South Carolina, Joel was the son of the late Cecil Yon and Claudia Pickney Yon. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Barry Yon.

Joel was a dedicated and hardworking man who spent over 40 years in the HVAC industry, earning a reputation as a trusted and skilled professional. His customers affectionately referred to him as “the go-to man” for his ability to fix just about anything. In addition to his HVAC career, Joel was deeply involved in his family’s business, Yon Brothers Garage, where he worked as a mechanic building race cars. The garage gained recognition for cars driven by notable racers such as Cale Yarborough and Dale Earnhardt. Joel himself had a passion for racing and competed in stock car and late model races at Summerville Speedway.

Joel shared a friendship with the late Dale Earnhardt Sr., and the two enjoyed spending time together fishing on Lake Marion—one of Joel’s favorite pastimes.

He proudly served his country in the United States Navy, achieving the rank of E-5.

Joel is survived by his loving wife; his children, John Buice Jr. (Jan) of Johns Island, Ricky Buice (Karen) of Forest City, North Carolina, Joel Yon Jr. (Debbie) of Ohio, and LeAnn Crangle (Randy) of Harleyville; his grandchildren, Shannon Buice, Amber Merryman (Bob), Kristen Hubbard (Hub), John Buice, Monica Stacy (Tanner), and Cole Mize (Brooke); and six great-grandchildren.

Joel will be remembered for his mechanical talent, his love of racing and the outdoors, and the many friendships he built throughout his life.

Services with military honors will be held privately by the family.

Memorials in Joel’s honor may be made to Soldiers’ Angels, which supports veterans across America.

Expressions of sympathy may be viewed or submitted online at avingerfh.com/.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Avinger Funeral Home, 2274 Eutaw Rd, Holly Hill, SC 29059, (803)496-3434.

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04/24/2026

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04/22/2026

It's Earth Day! In 1990, Earth Day went global, and now about 1 billion people celebrate Earth Day every year. If you'd like to join in, consider volunteering to clean up trash, plant trees, or use a refillable water bottle. Simple things make a difference!