Robert Shaw Heaton , 59 died at Parris Island recently 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 Marine Corps confirmed the incident but gave no details. Hilton Head Island Packet first reported the tragic discovery, whileCrowder Funeral Home handled arrangementsmade for the service. Police are reviewing security footage yet offer limited updates on the probe.