Shellhouse & Shellhouse-Rivers Funeral Homes

11/23/2025

Jo Ann Angel Whittington

Mrs. Jo Ann Angel Whittington, 87, passed away Sunday, November 23, 2025. Jo Ann was born in South Charleston, WV and was the daughter of the late Gratton George and Aubrey Jane Angel. She was a 1955 graduate of South Charleston High School and lived in South Charleston and Scott Depot, WV before moving to Aiken, SC to be closer to family. She retired from Union Carbide. She was a member of Millbrook Baptist Church, Aiken. She is survived by...

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11/23/2025

Whether you’re planning a funeral for a loved one, or planning ahead for yourself, everyone deserves a send-off that is special. As a family-owned and operated funeral home, we understand that every person and family is unique. We value the trust you put in us and are dedicated to going above and beyond for every family that walks through our doors.

But don’t take it from us! Watch this brief video and hear from Rhett, Rob, and Cathy as they share about their own personal experiences with us.

11/21/2025

Thanksgiving is about expressing gratitude for the good things in life, the blessings that came into our lives this past year. But did you know that gratitude after loss can build resilience and help you heal? Click the link to learn more!

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11/21/2025

We understand that during a time of loss, families in our community want to work with the most caring, knowledgeable, and experienced professionals.

Mitch, Funeral Director and Embalmer, has dedicated his life to serving families in the community. A Chesterfield native and a graduate of Gupton-Jones College of Mortuary Science, Mitch has decades of experience and is equipped to answer any questions you may have. He will help you create a meaningful service that honors your loved one's life and helps your family grieve.

Mitch is the father of three and grandfather of two. He is involved in many organizations and is an active member of St. John's Methodist Church.

To learn more, contact us at one of our locations, Shellhouse (Downtown Location) at 803.642.3456 or Shellhouse-Rivers (Southside Location) at 803.641.4401.

11/20/2025

Julianne McGraw Adams

Julianne McGraw Adams, 83, passed away Saturday, Nov 15, 2025, in her home. A celebration of life will be announced at a later date. SHELLHOUSE-RIVERS FUNERAL HOME, INC., 715 E. PINE LOG RD., AIKEN, SC 29801

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11/19/2025

Margaret Smedes Rose

AIKEN, SC - Margaret Smedes Rose, 71, passed away on November 16, 2025. A native of Greenville, SC, Margaret was a daughter of the late Harvey McKoy Rose and Lydia Leitner Rose and grew up with her two sisters. They rode horses, fished, and played in the neighborhood until the streetlights came on, creating a close-knit bond. Margaret’s love of horses resulted in her obtaining her jockey license and racing in Pennsylvania, Maryland, and Aiken, where she eventually settled. In...

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11/19/2025

Thomas Daniel "Dan" Egger

Thomas Daniel “Dan” Egger died peacefully on November 12, 2025, at the age of 84, in his home that he shared with his loving wife in Beech Island, SC. Dan was born on February 9, 1941, in New York City. His parents were Thomas Daniel Egger and Margaret Zottman Egger. He graduated from Rice High School and started work at Pan American Airlines at Kennedy Airport, which enabled him to make a trip around the world at age 21. A...

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11/18/2025

Loretta Marie Beckner (nee Miller)

Loretta Marie Beckner (nee Miller) Beloved wife, loving mother, grandmother and dear friend passed away in Aiken after an extended battle with pancreatic cancer. Loretta was born in Hays, Kansas, January 19, 1949. She was the second of 7 children born to Frank and Elizabeth (Haffner) Miller. Growing up on a wheat farm in the high plains of western Kansas, she was greatly influenced by the stories of her grandparents who had emigrated to the United States in 1900 from...

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11/17/2025

Penny Lynn Bliss

Penny Spaulding Bliss, 73, passed away on Saturday, November 15, 2025, in Aiken, South Carolina. Born in Burlington, Vermont, to Robert and Grace (Yandow) Spaulding, Penny spent more than 30 years working in various secretarial positions, where her dedication and friendly nature touched many lives. On September 11, 1971, Penny married the love of her life, David J. Bliss, and together they raised two children. Though she lived most of her life in Massachusetts, Penny and David moved to Aiken,...

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11/17/2025

Roger David Ritch, Sr.

ROGER DAVID RITCH SR., 81, of Aiken, South Carolina, went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Sunday, November 16th, 2025. Born to the late Robert and Mildred Ritch in Indian Trail, North Carolina, Roger was a dedicated Army veteran, having served honorably during the tours in Korea and Vietnam. He demonstrated a strong work ethic throughout his life, retiring from Pepperidge Farm and then Coastal Security. Roger was a man of many passions; he enjoyed building stock car...

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11/17/2025

Dr. Gary Leazer

GARY HERBERT LEAZER, 80, husband of the late Ruth Leazer, passed away Saturday, November 15, 2025 in Aiken Memory Care. Plans will be announced. SHELLHOUSE – RIVERS FUNERAL HOME, 715 EAST PINE LOG RD., AIKEN, SC

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11/17/2025

Step outside and hit the trails—it's National Take a Hike Day! Let nature inspire your journey!