The Aiken, South Carolina, community is mourning the heartbreaking death of Addison Grace Feraldi, affectionately known as Addie, who passed away on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, at the age of 22. Her unexpected passing has left family members, friends, colleagues, and loved ones devastated as they reflect on the beautiful memories and extraordinary love she shared throughout her young life.
Born on April 15, 2004, in Augusta, Georgia, Addison was a lifelong resident of Aiken, where she grew up surrounded by family, friendships, and a community that came to know and cherish her vibrant personality.
She graduated from Aiken High School in 2022 and was employed at Old Barnwell Golf Course, where she continued building meaningful relationships with those around her.
Addie was affectionately described by her loved ones as “Sweet Addie” and the “light in the room,” reflecting her remarkable ability to brighten people’s days and make everyone feel welcomed and appreciated.
Her family described her personality as a beautiful combination of love, joy, compassion, and determination. She had a special gift for connecting with people, often making even those meeting her for the first time feel as though they had known her for years.
For Addison’s parents, siblings, relatives, and friends, her passing represents an unimaginable loss. At just 22 years old, she had countless opportunities, dreams, and experiences still ahead of her.
Although reports have connected Addie’s death to an accident, the circumstances surrounding her passing and her official cause of death have not been established in the published funeral announcement.
Addison is survived by her loving parents, Corey and Jennifer Feraldi; her brother, Carter Feraldi, and Anadalay Rojas; grandparents Patricia and Robb Stewart; aunts Heidi Salva, Cindy Hoff, and Beth Kruse; and uncles Bill Leach and Joe Feraldi.
She was preceded in death by her grandparents Joe and Helen Feraldi and William Addison Leach Jr., her aunt Holly Feraldi, and her uncle Scott Feraldi.
A celebration of Addison’s life will be held Saturday, November 7, 2026, at 11 a.m. at Aiken’s First Presbyterian Church, with the Reverend Dr. Christopher Erde officiating.
Family members will receive friends on Friday, November 6, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Shellhouse Funeral Home, 924 Hayne Avenue in Aiken.
In lieu of flowers, the family has requested memorial donations to the United Way of Aiken.
During this incredibly difficult time, heartfelt condolences are extended to the entire Feraldi family, Addison’s friends, former classmates, colleagues, and everyone mourning her passing.
May they find strength in the love surrounding them and comfort in the precious memories of her kindness, laughter, and unforgettable spirit.
Rest in peace, Addison “Sweet Addie” Feraldi. Your beautiful light will continue to shine through the lives you touched. Forever loved, deeply missed, and never forgotten.
