A number of significant losses were reported in the Charleston area and beyond on Sunday, July 27, 2025. The local community mourns the passing of several residents, each leaving behind a legacy of memories and contributions.
Deaths in Charleston County
In Charleston County, William Charles Arent, aged 88, of Mount Pleasant, passed away on Friday. His arrangements are being managed by McAlister-Smith’s Mount Pleasant Chapel. Another notable loss is Dolores Jean Krupczak, 91, also from North Charleston, who died on Saturday, with arrangements handled by Stuhr’s Northwoods Chapel.
The region also saw the death of Michael Anthony McCoy, 65, of Ladson on Wednesday. His arrangements are being facilitated by The Lowcountry Mortuary of North Charleston. In addition, Roosevelt Pendergast, 62, of North Charleston died on Monday, with services organized by The Lowcountry Mortuary.
The list continues with Bonnie Lee Sell, 76, who passed away on July 18 in Charleston. Her arrangements are overseen by McAlister-Smith’s James Island Chapel. Additionally, Roger Allen Swift, 79, of Johns Island died on Saturday, and arrangements are being made by Palmetto Cremation Society of North Charleston. Lastly, Carol Rose Williamson, 93, of Isle of Palms, died on Thursday, with arrangements also managed by McAlister-Smith’s Mount Pleasant Chapel.
Deaths in Surrounding Areas
In Berkeley County, Martha E. Bright, 76, of St. Stephen, died on Wednesday, with arrangements by Carolina Memorial Funeral Home of North Charleston. Additionally, Cody Robert Crago, 30, of Summerville, also died on Wednesday, with arrangements provided by Dial-Murray Funeral Home of Moncks Corner. Marlene E. Satterfield, 94, of Goose Creek, passed away on Friday, and her arrangements are being handled by Carolina Memorial Funeral Home.
In Dorchester County, the community remembers Linda Rose Cook, 77, of Summerville, who died on Friday, with arrangements conducted by Parks Funeral Home.
Beyond South Carolina, the report includes the passing of William S. Brown Jr., 77, from St. Clairsville, Ohio, who died on Friday, with arrangements by Borkoski Funeral Home of Tiltonsville, Ohio. Larry Deon Rabon, 84, from Florence, died on June 24, with arrangements made by Stoudenmire-Dowling Funeral Home of Florence. Also reported is the death of Carol Jean Walters, 54, of Eutawville, who died on Friday, with arrangements by Carolina Memorial Funeral Home. Lastly, Elizabeth Washington, 73, of New York, N.Y., passed away on July 19, with services arranged by Divinity Mortuary of Moncks Corner.
These losses highlight the fragility of life and the impact individuals have on their communities. As families and friends navigate their grief, the memories of those who have passed will continue to resonate within their communities.