AIKEN, SC - Leroy Richard Hewling, age 72, passed away on Tuesday, October 11, 2016. Leroy was born January 16, 1944 in Portland, Oregon. He had been a resident of Aiken, SC since 1987, having formerly lived in Scappoose, OR. Leroy will be remembered as a hardworking man. He was very fond of children, enjoyed playing Santa Clause, and loved the Waffle House. He was preceded in death by his parents and his wife, Betty Jane Hewling. He is survived by his son, Wayne Hewling. Visiting hours will be on Sunday, October 16, 2016 from 4:00 until 6:00 PM at the Historic George Funeral Home, 211 Park Ave., SW, Aiken, SC 29801 (803.649.6234).