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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!

04/20/2026

Delane Bunch "Deane" Connor

Delane “Deane” Constance Bunch Connor, of Eutawville, beloved wife of Fred Connor and a dedicated teacher and guidance counselor, passed away peacefully on April 19, 2026, at the age of 74, following a period of declining health.

Deane was born on July 21, 1951, in Harleyville to the late Willie “Bill” Bunch and Helen "Connie" Thompson Bunch.

Deane was a 1969 graduate of Harleyville-Ridgeville High School and earned her undergraduate degree from the Baptist College at Charleston, now known as Charleston Southern University, in 1973. Two years later, she earned her master’s degree from the Citadel.

In 1978, Deane married Fred Connor III.

Deane's decades-long career in private and public education included Mims Academy, Holly Hill High School, Holly Hill Intermediate School and Holly Hill Middle School. She taught typing, shorthand and other business skills. She later became a guidance counselor to countless children in Orangeburg County School District 3. On many outings, she'd encounter former students - some she'd not seen in decades. It brought her great joy when former students told her about the impacts she made in their lives.

Deane was a longtime Sunday School teacher and treasurer at Bethlehem Southern Methodist Church. She was also a member of the Potpourri Garden Club and Rural Letter Carriers Auxiliary board member.

Deane is survived by her husband, their children, Constance Connor Maharrey (Patrick), of Eutawville and Frederick William Connor of Augusta, Ga.; grandchildren Reagan Grace Maharrey and Brighton Connor Maharrey of Eutawville; and brother Billy (Betty) Bunch, of Eutawville.

Deane's family extends heartfelt appreciation to Rebecca Washington for her dedicated love and care.

The family will receive friends Friday, April 24, 2026, from 11-12PM at Bethlehem Southern Methodist Church, 229 Bethlehem Road, Holly Hill. A memorial service will follow at 12PM.

Memorials may be made to Bethlehem Southern Methodist Church, PO Box 595, Eutawville, SC 29048.

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.

View Delane Bunch "Deane" Connor's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

04/20/2026

04/17/2026

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04/14/2026

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04/12/2026

Rosalee May Dunston

Rosalee May Dunston, 83 of Santee, South Carolina, passed away on Friday, April 10, 2026.

Born on November 5, 1942, in Arlington, VA Rosalee was a daughter of the late Mary Quaintance May and Cary May.

Rosalee always maintained a special place in her heart for the mesmerizing Blue Ridge Mountains in Virginia, spending as much time with her grandfather at his farm or visiting her mother in the Shenandoah Valley later in her life. It was within Virginia that she met her husband of 65 years, Jerry Dunston, when he was serving in the Navy. They eventually made their way to Illinois, Jerry's home state, where they raised their family, and she began her career. Rosalee will always be remembered for the kindness of her heart, particularly when it comes to children. She dedicated her career to child development, having served over 30 years working with children, including Director at the Faith Lutheran Child Care Center in Washington, IL.

Upon retirement in 1997, Rosalee and Jerry moved to enjoy lake life on Lake Marion in Santee. Her penchant to help others drove her to accept a position working with the Chamber of Commerce in Manning. This was followed by working at the Visitor Center off of I-95 in Santee, where she was known for going above and beyond to help visitors and travelers to the area. She even went out of her way to help a family in need, calling for assistance and waiting until long after the visitors' center had closed to ensure they received the help they needed. Her final role was working at the Lake Marion Golf Course, once again helping visitors to the area to create very memorable and enjoyable visits.

Rosalee's faith guided her throughout her life and eventually led her to our Father's Arms. 1 Corinthians 13:13 sums up her faith in life the best: "And now these three remain: faith, hope, and love, but the greatest of these is love." Rosalee was committed to her faith, having been a dedicated and involved member of the Faith Lutheran Church in Vance. Her faith guided her throughout her life as she filled the lives of others with unconditional love!

Rosalee is preceded in death by her parents, Mary Stewart Bain and Cary May, and her brother, Jim May.

Rosalee is survived by her husband Gerald Dunston; daughter Cindy Dunston; son Cary Dunston and his wife Martha; her sister, Carolynn Griffey, and eight nieces and nephews. She is also survived by her grandchildren from Cary and Martha, Leah and Logan, whom she absolutely adored and cherished.

Services will be held privately by the family.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hope Lutheran Church, PO Box 67, Vance, SC 29163

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.

View Rosalee May Dunston's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

04/12/2026

Maryann Feichtner Long

Maryann T Long 86 of Santee, SC passed away on Friday April 10, 2026

Born on January 5, 1940 in Pottsville, PA. Maryann was the daughter of the late Mary Ellis Feichtner and William Feichtner.

Maryann was a graduate of Central Catholic High School in Reading, PA. Class of 1957. She was a member of The Historic Church of the Epiphany in Eutawville, SC. She was a lifetime member of Bird Chapter NO 460 Order of the Eastern Star, and Worthy Matron from 1986-1987. She was a veterinary assistant at Oley Valley Animal Hospital for many years. She was also a medical assistant for the now retired Dr. Robert Cappa in Oley. She had a love for animals especially her Dachshunds.

Maryann was preceded in death by her parents; a niece Cherie Boyer and great nephews Tyler Biondo and Jared Lincoln.

Maryann is survived by her husband J. Elwood "Woody" Long, a sister Judith Belz, nephew Gregory W. Boyer and partner Kim Pugliese, niece Tina Boyer and partner Vince Orth, several great nephews and a great niece, and also a great great nephew.

The family wishes to thank all the nurses from Amedisys home health care. Her physical therapist Melanie, and the nurses from Grove Park Hospice for all the wonderful care that they provided to her.

Service will be held privately by the family.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Animal Rescue League of Berks County 58 Kennel Rd Birdsboro, PA 19508 berksarl.org

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.

View Maryann Feichtner Long's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

04/10/2026

Susie Myers Petty

Tamera Myers "Susie" Petty, 67, of Santee, South Carolina, passed away on Thursday, April 9, 2026.

Born on August 20, 1958, in Orangeburg, South Carolina, Susie was the daughter of the late Frances Rush Myers and David "Boots" Myers.

Susie dedicated many years of her life working at Tastee Food Shop in Santee before later joining Lakeside Landscaping. She had a natural green thumb and found great joy in tending to plants and flowers.

She also loved traveling alongside Ernie in his 18-wheeler, where she earned the affectionate nickname "Lady Rose," her cherished call handle. Susie had a daily ritual of enjoying coffee at 5 p.m. and could often be found playing games on her phone.

Susie will be deeply missed by her family and all who knew and loved her.Susie is preceded in death by her husband Ernest Petty and her parents.Susie is survived by daughters Tabatha Petty (Daniel) and Jessica Hritz; 7 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren.

The service will be held at 6:00 PM on Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at Avinger Funeral Home, 2274. Eutaw Road in Holly Hill, South Carolina. The family will receive friends after the service. Burial will be private at a later date.

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.

View Susie Myers Petty's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

04/10/2026

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