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Recent obituaries in South Carolina
Leonard Edward Howell, Jr.
Mar 15, 2023
With great sadness, we announce the passing of Mr. Leonard Edward Howell, Jr. of Summerville, SC, who transitioned on Wednesday, March 15, 2023.
Those left to cherish his memory are: his wife, Waverly L. Brown; daughter, Fleta Maria (Esther) Howell; grandson, Miguel Howell; siblings, Leroy (Deborah) Howell and Doris Smallwood; and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives...
Juanita "Lee" Cooper Hamilton
Mar 9, 2023
Our precious, Juanita "Lee" Cooper Hamilton, peacefully passed away as the sun was setting on the evening of March 9, 2023. Juanita was a virtuous woman who fervently served the Lord. She was the fourth of nine children born to Samuel D. and Jettie Selby Cooper on May 29, 1922, in Moncks Corner, SC, and is the last remaining...
Lillie Belle Perry
Mar 8, 2023
Mother Lillie Belle Perry was born February 23, 1929 in Bonneau, SC, a daughter of the late John Montgomery and Catherine McHoney Montgomery. Lillie's mother passed before she was old enough to remember her. Lillie was raised by her maternal grandmother Rebecca Morris whom she called mother.
Mother Perry answered the Master's call to come home on...
Anthony "Bill" Bynum
Mar 7, 2023
Anthony Bynum was born on December 6, 1970 in Bronx, New York, a son of Mary Bynum Greene and the late James Greene, Jr. He departed this life on March 7, 2023 in St. Stephen, South Carolina.
Anthony, known to family and friends as "Bill" or "Bosom", was educated in the Berkeley County School District and was...
Luke "Lc" Chavis, Jr.
Mar 3, 2023
Luke Chavis, Jr., affectionately known as "LC", was born on August 21, 1935 to the late Luke Chavis, Sr. and Rosa Garnett Chavis, in Moncks Corner, South Carolina. He departed this earthly life on March 3, 2023, surrounded by loved ones. Luke spent his early years learning the importance of hard work and perseverance. Despite the many challenges he...
Phyllis M. Daniels
Mar 1, 2023
Life Reflections
"I have fought the good fight, finished the race, and kept the faith. At last, the champion's wreath that is awarded for righteousness is waiting for me." - 2 Timothy 4:7-8
Mrs. Phyllis M. Daniels, daughter of the late Wilhelmina Smalls McCants and Edward McCants, was born on May 19, 1936 in Pinopolis,...
Baby Eva Pologruto
Feb 28, 2023
It is with saddened hearts that we announce the passing of Baby Eva Pologruto, the precious daughter of Christopher and Sara Pologruto. Baby Eva was called to heaven on Tuesday, February 28, 2023. Her graveside service will be held Friday, March 10, 2023, 2:00 p.m., at Oak Hill Cemetery, 654 Broughton Road, Moncks Corner, SC.
Surviving are:...
Sharon Vestine Matthews
Feb 27, 2023
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Ms. Sharon Vestine Matthews of Champaign, IL, who peacefully entered into eternal rest on Monday, February 27, 2023.
Sharon Vestine Matthews was born on May 18, 1959 in Brooklyn, NY to Willie Augustus and Minnie Lee Matthews.
Sharon was the most amazing, loving woman....
Quincey Cortez Theirse, Sr.
Feb 22, 2023
Quincey Cortez Theirse, Sr. , the oldest child of Cellamena Wilson Theirse and the late Mr. Glenn Theirse, was born on December 24, 1976 in Charleston, South Carolina. On Wednesday, February 22, 2023, he was called home to be with the Lord at Agape Hospice Care (Trident Medical Center) in North Charleston, SC.
Quincey...
Mother Maggie Borden
Feb 21, 2023
Maggie Borden was born on August 15, 1920, a daughter of the late James and Virginia Borden. She was educated in the Berkeley County school system.
Maggie accepted Jesus Christ at an early age while living and serving her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ faithfully. Maggie joined Irving Chapel AME Church and served in several ministries, where...
Venezuela B. Ford
Feb 12, 2023
"Let me live in a house by the side of the road and be a friend to man."Â Â Â - Sam Walter Foss
Mrs. Venezuela Burgess Ford was born on October 19, 1931 to Mrs. Mollie and Mr. Cyrus Burgess in Gable, SC. She was called to her eternal home on February 12, 2023. She was the oldest...
Juan Milford, Jr.
Feb 9, 2023
Juan Milford Jr., Â affectionately known as "JJ", was born at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) in Charleston, SC on June 23, 2004, to Juan Milford Sr. and LaShonda Levy. JJ was raised by his loving grandparents from 11 months until his death.
JJ was a member of Lighthouse Holiness Church and enjoyed learning about God...
Mae J. Watson
Feb 6, 2023
Life Reflections
Mae Judge Watson was born on May 13, 1928 in Cypress Garden, South Carolina. She was the daughter of the late Julius and Sadie Simmons Judge. She departed her earthly life and gained her heavenly wings on Monday, February 6, 2023 in Moncks Corner, SC.
She...
Lee John Jorden
Jan 31, 2023
With profound sorrow, we announce the passing of Mr. Lee John Jorden of Columbia, SC, who entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, January 31, 2023.
His Celebration of Life Service will be held Sunday, February 5, 2023, 1:00 p.m., at the Church House of Ministries World Wide - Ladson, 9659 Jamison Road, Ladson, SC. Viewing will be...
Rev. Lawrence Blanding, Jr.
Jan 28, 2023
With profound sorrow, we announce the passing of Reverend Lawrence Blanding, Jr. of New York, formerly of Pineville, SC, who entered into eternal rest on Saturday, January 28, 2023.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held Saturday, February 11, 2023, 11:00 a.m., at Pilgrim Baptist Church, 1339 Colonel Maham Drive, Pineville, SC. Viewing will be held from 10:00 a.m. until...
Ethel Lee Gadsden
Jan 27, 2023
Mother Ethel Lee Ferguson Gadsden, daughter of Henry Ferguson and Alberta Reid Ferguson, was born April 22, 1929 in Berkeley County, South Carolina. She transitioned to eternal life with the Lord January 27, 2023 in Goose Creek, South Carolina.
Ethel Lee received her education in the public schools of Berkeley County. She was employed at the Berkeley...
Tajuana Rivers Monroe
Jan 19, 2023
Mrs. Tajuana Rivers Monroe of Houston, TX, formerly of Moncks Corner, SC, entered into eternal rest on January 19, 2023.
A memorial service celebrating her life and legacy will be held Saturday, February 4, 2023, 12:00 p.m., at the Berkeley Church of Christ, 1483 Highway 52, Moncks Corner, SC.
Those left to cherish her memory...
Frank Hamilton, Jr.
Jan 18, 2023
Frank Hamilton, Jr. was born on September 21, 1943 in Berkeley County, South Carolina, a son of the late Frank Hamilton Sr. and Sadie Fashion Hamilton. He entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, January 18, 2023 in Raleigh, North Carolina.
Frank was educated in the Berkeley County School System. He was a hard worker. He worked at...
Elizabeth "Blanche" H. Gillins
Jan 17, 2023
A TIME TO BE BORN
On November 10, 1942, the late Lawrence and Ruth Hamilton Sr. blessed us all with Elizabeth "Blanche" Gillins. Blanche blessed us with a solid foundation, words of wisdom and feasts fit for a king.
A TIME TO GROW
Blanche attended Berkeley Training High School...
Geraldine B. Major
Jan 17, 2023
Mrs. Geraldine Baylor Major, "a beautiful soul," known to most as Jerry, passed away with grace peacefully surrounded by her devoted daughter and grands at the age of 88 on January 17, 2023. She was born February 17, 1934 in Moncks Corner, South Carolina. She was an active member of Wesley United Methodist Church, Pinopolis, South Carolina where she...
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