The Charleston community has experienced a significant loss, with several local residents passing away in the days leading up to July 27, 2025. This report highlights the recent deaths across Charleston, Berkeley, and Dorchester counties, reflecting the impact on families and friends in the area.
Recent Deaths in Charleston County
Among those who have died is William Charles Arent, 88, of Mount Pleasant, who passed away on July 25. His arrangements are being handled by McAlister-Smith’s Mount Pleasant Chapel. Dolores Jean Krupczak, 91, of North Charleston, died on July 26, with arrangements made by Stuhr’s Northwoods Chapel. On July 24, Michael Anthony McCoy, 65, from Ladson, also passed away, and his arrangements are being managed by The Lowcountry Mortuary of North Charleston.
Additionally, Roosevelt Pendergrast, 62, of North Charleston, died on July 21, with arrangements by The Lowcountry Mortuary. Another loss is Bonnie Lee Sell, 76, of Charleston, who died on July 18, with her arrangements handled by McAlister-Smith’s James Island Chapel. Roger Allen Swift, 79, of Johns Island, passed away on July 26, with Palmetto Cremation Society of North Charleston overseeing the arrangements. Finally, Carol Rose Williamson, 93, of Isle of Palms, died on July 24, with arrangements made by McAlister-Smith’s Mount Pleasant Chapel.
Deaths Reported in Berkeley and Dorchester Counties
In Berkeley County, Martha E. Bright, 76, of St. Stephen, died on July 24, with arrangements made by Carolina Memorial Funeral Home of North Charleston. Cody Robert Crago, 30, of Summerville, also passed away on July 24, and his arrangements are being handled by Dial-Murray Funeral Home of Moncks Corner. Another Berkeley County resident, Marlene E. Satterfield, 94, of Goose Creek, died on July 25, with her arrangements managed by Carolina Memorial Funeral Home.
In Dorchester County, Linda Rose Cook, 77, of Summerville, passed away on July 25, with arrangements by Parks Funeral Home.
Deaths outside the immediate area include William S. Brown Jr., 77, of St. Clairsville, Ohio, who died on July 25, with arrangements managed by Borkoski Funeral Home of Tiltonsville, Ohio. Larry Deon Rabon, 84, of Florence, passed away on June 24, with arrangements by Stoudenmire-Dowling Funeral Home of Florence. Additionally, Carol Jean Walters, 54, of Eutawville, died on July 25, with arrangements by Carolina Memorial Funeral Home. Lastly, Elizabeth Washington, 73, of New York, N.Y., passed away on July 19, with her arrangements managed by Divinity Mortuary of Moncks Corner.
The community mourns these losses, and families are encouraged to honor their loved ones through the arrangements made by local funeral homes. The impact of these deaths extends beyond families, touching the lives of many who knew the deceased.
