Robert Shaw Heaton , 59 died at Parris Island earlier this week after being found by staffmembers at the baseSouth Carolina Marine installation. His death is now another tragedy in 2026 at the South Carolina basefollowing recent incidents at the site. The armed forces confirmed the incident but avoided further questions. Local news first reported the incident, whileCrowder Funeral Home handled arrangementscompleted the funeral plans. Police continue to investigate yet offer no official cause of death.