Dyches Funeral Home & Crematory

12/29/2025

Barnwell — Virginia Lee Sharpe (Jenny) Walsh, daughter of the late Curtis and Nell Sharpe, passed away December 28, 2025, at the age of 90. Leaving behind a legacy of love, devotion, and quiet strength. Born in the Winnsboro, South Carolina Mill Village, she graduated from Mt. Zion Institute in 1953 and made Barnwell her home in 1954, becoming a cherished part of the community for more than seventy years.
A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, December 30, 2025, at Barnwell Memory Gardens, with Rev. Ken Catoe and Rev. Brandon Sadifer officiating.
A faithful member of Hagood Avenue Baptist Church since the mid‑1950s, Virginia’s gentle spirit and steadfast faith enriched the lives of those around her. She worked for State Farm for many years, earning the respect and admiration of colleagues and customers alike.
Virginia was a loving mother and grandmother who found her greatest joy in caring for her family and creating a warm, welcoming home. She cherished family gatherings, homemaking, and the companionship of her many beloved dogs and cats. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.
She is survived by her son, Lon Walsh of Barnwell; her grandson, Harrison Walsh of Barnwell and the University of South Carolina; her nephew, John Hudson Jr. (Lee) of Charleston; her niece, Kim Hudson Shuler of Charleston; and her longtime friends, Carolyn Beck & Bernice Hinson Lawrimore of Barnwell and Geraldine Stanley of Camden. She was predeceased by her husband, Jerry A. Walsh, her daughter, Karen Lisa Walsh and sister Dove Sharpe Hudson.
The family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to the fine staff at Pruitt Health in Barnwell, as well as the many friends and church members who faithfully checked on her during her stay. The family has entrusted Dyches Funeral Home and Crematory with the arrangements.

12/04/2025

Marcina O’Shields Wood, a devoted mother, grandmother, and sister passed away at the
age of 76. Funeral services for Marcina will be held at 2:00pm with visitation one hour
prior to the service at Dyches Funeral Home and Crematory Chapel with Mark Walford
officiating.
Born on December 30, 1948, Marcina was the daughter of Alfred Aiken O’Shields and
Claudia Smith O’Shields. Marcina is survived by her two sons, Harold “Trey” (Sherri)
Wood and Christopher Ashley Wood both of Barnwell, SC; a daughter, Laurie Debose
McCaleb of Anderson, SC; five grandchildren; Austin, Dylan, Justin, Brandon, Loagan.
She is also survived by a sister, Doretha Hawkins of Charlotte, NC; two brothers, Brian
(Mary) O’Shields of Lancaster, SC and Joe (Harriet) O’Shields of Memphis, TN, and her
fur baby, Penny.
Marcina loved spending time with family, crocheting, cross-stitching, and time on the
beach. She will be missed by her family and friends.
The family has entrusted Dyches Funeral Home and Crematory, Barnwell, SC with the
arrangements.

11/06/2025

Barnwell –William Anthony Buckmon 37, passed away on October 16, 2025. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, November 15, 2025, at 3:00 pm at Dyches Funeral Home Chapel, 11372 Ellenton Street, Barnwell, SC. Burial will follow at Barnwell County memorial cemetery, Barnwell, SC.
William was born in Aiken SC on February 10, 1988. He attended Barnwell High School. He loved sports, Writing and quality time with his friends and family. He will be missed by many.
He is survived by his Father Karl Leonard Howze of Blackville, SC, Mother Cassandra Garcia (SFC Leonard Garcia) of Columbia SC, Stepfather Johnnie Bokknight of Augusta GA, late Grandparents William Perry Buckmon Jr. and Martina Barnes, one sister Ashley Williams of Augusta GA, Four Brothers Nathan Felder of Springfield TN, Stanforin Felder of Athens GA, late Winston Thornton, and late Terrance Mayes, Aunts Tricia Buckmon of Augusta GA, and Nawana Barns of Bronx NY, Uncles William Buckmon lll of Barnwell, Sule Thompson of Bronx NY, and late Anthony (Turk) Buckmon, three nieces A’Niylah Felder, Ghaniyah Williams, and Averi Williams, three nephews Karmello Jamison, Makai Williams, and Raheem Bradley and a number of cousins.
Pall bearers are Nathan Felder, Stanforin Felder, Bryant Buckmon, Andre Buckmon, William Buckmon lll, and Atwan Jones.
The family has entrusted Dyches Funeral Home and Crematory with the arrangements

10/29/2025

Leesville, SC - Robert S. King, 76, passed away on October 16, 2025. Funeral arrangements are incomplete at this time and will be announced at a later date.

09/29/2025

Barnwell - Gerald Vincent (Vince) Padgett, 80 of Barnwell, SC passed away at home surrounded by family on Saturday, September 27, 2025.

Graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 2, 2025, at Barnwell County Memorial Cemetery officiated by Kenneth Padgett.

Born November 14, 1944, in Hampton County South Carolina, he was the son of the late Lewis and Thelma Padgett. He served his country in the South Carolina Highway Patrol and the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division, retiring as area supervisor for the southern portion of South Carolina.

Survivors include one grand-daughter Kirsten Kight, daughter Brianna Phillips, son-in-law Kenneth Kight, ex-wife Bobbie Mole, one brother Kenneth Padgett, numerous aunts, cousins and six nieces/nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents and daughter Susan Kight.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials be sent to THE HAVEN, PO Box 85522, Lexington, SC 29073. THE HAVEN exists to rescue law enforcement from the daily stresses of their profession, restore relationships with their loved ones, and rebuild trust between officers and the communities they serve.

The family has entrusted Dyches Funeral Home and Crematory with the arrangements.

09/29/2025

Augusta, GA - Ralph Wesley Neitzke, 79, passed away on September 29, 2025. Funeral services will be announced at a later time.

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09/28/2025

Barnwell – Herman Lea Cook, 88, passed away on September 26, 2025. Funeral services will be held Monday, September 29, 2025, at 3 pm. Visitation will be held 1 hour prior to service Officiated by the Rev. Doug Carrol at Dyches Funeral Home Chapel. The burial will follow Tuesday, September 30, 2025, at 10 am at Beaufort National Cemetery, 1601 Boundary Street, Beaufort, S. C. with full military honors.
Herman was the son of the late Hugh and Jennie Cook. He was a Lt. Col. in the US Army from 1954 to 1989. He loved carpentry, word puzzles, collected miniature cars. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather and will be missed by many.
Surviving is his widow, Alice L. Cook, 2 surviving sons, James Preston Cook (predeceased wife Bonnie), Russell (Darlene) Cook, of Barnwell, 1 predeceased son Jeff Cook and 2 Stepsons Steven (Amber) all of Allendale and Micheal (Rebecca) all of Kline, two daughters, Debra Anne (Robert) Grubbs of West Columbia, Janice (Kenneth) Utz of Denmark and one stepdaughter Wendy (Larry) Birchmore of Lexington. 34 Grandchildren, 50 Great-Grandchildren, 3 Great-Great Grandchildren.
Pallbearers are JP Cook, Russell Cook, Shannon Hutto, Robert Hutto, Steven All and Kenneth Utz.
In Lieu of flowers memorials to the Wounded Warrior Project.
The family has entrusted Dyches Funeral Home with the arrangements.

07/30/2025

Barnwell – Caroline L. Girouard, 87, passed away on July 29, 2025, surrounded by family members. Funeral services will be announced at a later date.
Caroline was born in Charleston on June 26, 1938. She was a loving Mother and will be missed by many.
The family has entrusted Dyches Funeral Home and Crematory with arrangements.

07/28/2025

Barnwell – Randy William Still, Jr. 38, passed away on July 26, 2025. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, August 2, 2025, at 11:00 am. Visitation will be held one hour prior to service at Dyches Funeral Home Chapel, 11372 Ellenton Street, Barnwell, SC. officiated by Rev. Mark Epperson and Rev. Don McCormick. Burial will follow at Allen’s Chapel Baptist Church cemetery, Barnwell, SC.
Randy was born in Bamberg County on August 8, 1986. He was a member of Allen’s Chapel Baptist Church. He loved fishing, sports cars and racing. He was a loving father, son and uncle and will be missed by many.
He is survived by his parents, Randy and Wendy Still of Barnwell; his daughter, Jaslene Alyssa Still and her mother, Elizabeth Zissett of Barnwell; one sister, Brandy Ann Still Ray of Barnwell; his grandmother, Iris Still of Barnwell; nephews, David Jones and Caden Ray and his niece Allison Still.
He is predeceased by his grandparents, Reden Still , Lucille Fail, Barbara Ann Ray and Larry Joyner.
The family has entrusted Dyches Funeral Home and Crematory with the arrangements.

06/10/2025

Olar - Deborah Fail Hair, 63, passed away on June 8, 2025. Funeral services will be held at Friendship Baptist Church on Monday, June 16, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. with the Rev. Milton Sanders officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior to service. Burial will follow at Friendship Baptist Church cemetery.
Deborah was born in Barnwell County to the late Billy and Mary Harley Fail. Deborah was a homemaker and her favorite place to be, was anywhere with her children and family. She enjoyed sewing, fishing, dancing and she loved the beach. She loved animals, especially her yorkie “Toto”. She was a devout Christian and loved Jesus with all her heart. Deborah never met a stranger and was a friend to all.
Survivors include her two sons David Hair and his fiancé Hailey Floyd of Columbia, SC and Christopher (Jenna) Fail of Aiken, SC; two brothers Ronnie (Missy) Fail of Olar, SC and Randy Fail of Olar, SC; one sister, Linda Prater of Snelling, SC and many nieces and nephews.
The family has entrusted Dyches Funeral Home and Crematory with the arrangements.

05/16/2025

Blackville - Ina Clara Hutto, 91, passed away at Aiken Regional Medical Center surrounded by Family on May 16, 2025. Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.

04/29/2025

Blackville - Paul Hubert Grover, 83, passed away on April 23, 2025, at MUSC Orangeburg. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, May 3, 2025, at Dyches Funeral Home Chapel, 11372 Ellenton Street, Barnwell, SC, at 4:00 p.m. officiated by Chad Stanfield.
Paul was born in Missouri to the late Marvin H. and Ruth Elliott Grover. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge in St. Louis, MO. He loved woodworking, working on his tractor and on his property. He was a truck driver for over fifty years. His CB Handle was “Bigfoot”. He loved watching westerns and loved watching his church tv, he loved 50’s music. He loved spending time with his family. Wherever you saw Paul he wore his “Jesus is Boss” hat. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather and will be missed by many.
Survivors include his wife, Eugenia Kinard Grover; daughter, Angela (Mike) Ridgeway of Barnwell; step children, Cheryl Stamps of Barnwell, Ellen Webb of Hampton, Lydia (Rhyne) Lindler of Aiken, Cindy Murray of Ruffin; one brother, Gary Grover of Louisiana, MO; two sisters, Phyllis (Richard) LaBrier of Bowling Green, MO and Janet Elliott of Louisiana, MO; mother in law, Lovenia Kinard of Ehrhardt, SC, sister-in-law, Rosie Grover of Louisiana, MO; Grandchildren, Chad (Caimee) Stanfield of Spartanburg, Christie (Tim) Creech of Barnwell, Callie (Trey) Croft of Barnwell, Jackson (Lexi) Ridgeway of Aiken; Great grandchildren, Colton Uldrick, Rylan Stanfield-Ward, Bayne Croft, Coast Croft, Aspyn Croft and Banks Ridgeway.
He is predeceased by a stepson, Garland Stamps; brothers, Donald Grover, Bob Grover, Rick Grover and Jerry Grover; one sister, Dorothy Campbell and brother-in-law Herm Campbell and Jerry Elliott and sister-in-law Margaret Grover.
Memorials may be made to Shriners Hospitals for Children, 2900 Rocky Point Drive, Tampa, FL 33607.
The family has entrusted Dyches Funeral Home and Crematory with the arrangements.