Shellhouse & Shellhouse-Rivers Funeral Homes

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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02/16/2026

La Verne M. Smith

La Verne M. Smith passed away peacefully Sunday, February 15th, 2026, with her daughters at her side. Beloved mother, grandmother, mother-in-law, and loving friend to all who knew her. The family will greet friends at 2 pm, Friday February 20th, at Talatha Baptist Church, 361 Talatha Church Road, Aiken, SC, followed by a Celebration of Life at 3 pm. Pastor Jordan Bird will officiate. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Born September 22, 1928, in New Jersey, after high...

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02/16/2026

Happy Presidents' Day! Did you know that when Presidents' Day was first observed in 1879, it only applied to the District of Columbia? It wasn't until 1885 that it became a national holiday.

02/14/2026

As we celebrate Valentine's Day, let's remember that love isn't limited. Share the spirit of Valentine's Day with your children, your spouse, your friends, and your family.

02/13/2026

Are you grieving the loss of a spouse this Valentine's Day? If you are, please find comfort in this article that validates the strong emotions you're feeling and offers support on the grief journey ahead.

Losing your soulmate is heartbreaking and lifechanging. As a grieving spouse, read these 10 mourning rights and grieve the way you need to.

02/13/2026

The moments that mean the most reflect who we truly are. At Shellhouse and Shellhouse-Rivers Funeral Homes, we encourage every family to create a service that not only reflects a loved one’s life but brings comfort by celebrating that person’s unique flair.

No matter how you want to honor a loved one’s life, we’re here to help you make it happen. Why? Because we truly believe that personalization is the key to transforming a cookie-cutter event into something truly meaningful.

To learn more, contact our downtown location at 803.642.3456 or our southside location at 803.641.4401.

02/11/2026

Jimmy "Jim" Jay Minear

Mr. Jimmy (Jim) Minear, 97, passed away Tuesday evening, February 10, 2026 following a brief illness. He was born in 1928 in Casey, IL to Carl J. and Pearl McDaniel Minear. Jim was interested in aviation at an early age and earned his pilot’s license at sixteen. After serving in the Navy, he earned his Aircraft and Engine mechanics license and was employed by an independent oil development company in their research laboratory and later as co-pilot on their executive...

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02/10/2026

Michelle Lynn Burns

Michelle Lynn Burns, beloved wife of Daniel James Eidson, passed away Wednesday, February 4, 2026. My Michelle. Michelle was extraordinary, beautiful, kind, intelligent, graceful, with that southern charm. She carried herself with a quiet elegance that people don't forget. She was radiant, the kind of woman who contained multitudes. She loved music of every genre, art, cooking, fashion, football and old movies. Jeopardy sharp with Alexander McQueen edge. She was rare. Beautiful combination of class and creativity, grace and curiosity....

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02/09/2026

Andrew (Andrea) P. Giannopoulos

Mr. Andrew P. Giannopoulos, 95, passed away Saturday, February 7, 2026. Andrew was born in Sparta, Greece, son of the late Panagiotis and Starvroula Vasilakou Giannopoulos. Andrew came to the United States in 1952, and owned and operated restaurant businesses in New York before relocating to Aiken, SC. He liked to play bingo and attend various functions at the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church. He is survived by his beloved partner of 20 years, Sultana P. Cholakis; a son, Peter...

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02/08/2026

Howard Loton Rasmussen

HOWARD LOTON RASMUSSEN, 71, beloved husband of Ljudmilla Sheveljova Rasmussen, passed away Saturday, February 7, 2026 in Wellstar MCG Health Medical Center in Augusta. A native of New York City, Howard was son of the late Dr. Loton Horton Rasmussen and Emma Larsen Rasmussen. He proudly embraced his Norwegian heritage, honoring Viking ancestry inherited from both sides of his family. He grew up in the Upper East Side of Manhattan and graduated from Browning School. He earned his undergraduate degree...

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02/06/2026

Barbara Senterfeit Arthur

AIKEN, SC - Mrs. Barbara Senterfeit Arthur, 63, beloved wife of Neal Eugene Arthur, passed away Thursday, February 5, 2026. Services will be private. SHELLHOUSE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 924 HAYNE AVE., AIKEN, SC 29801

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02/06/2026

Noah Joseph Bloese-Bueno

AIKEN, SC - Noah Joseph Bloese-Bueno, born on May 8, 2004, in Conyers, GA, passed away on February 3, 2026. He was a creative soul who loved making music on his computer and had just embarked on an exciting journey of starting a clothing design company with friends. Noah was also passionate about building things, showcasing his hands-on abilities and creative flair. His friends and family would describe him as "generous to a fault," always willing to lend a helping...

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