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Recent obituaries in South Carolina

Mae J. Watson

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

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.

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

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

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.

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

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

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...

Lionel K. Barnes

Lionel K. Barnes

Jan 7, 2023

"The Lord gave, and the Lord has taken away; blessed be the name of the Lord ." (Job 1:21b NKJV)

Lionel Keith Barnes, the oldest child of Margaret Aull Nelson Ford and Joseph Nelson, Sr., was born on July 7, 1955, in Moncks Corner, South Carolina. He was later reared and adopted by Beulah Mae Aull Barnes...

Earl Williams, Jr.

Earl Williams, Jr.

Jan 5, 2023

Earl Williams, Jr. was born on September 27, 1942, in Berkeley County, SC, a son of Alphonso Earl Williams and Garrie Dean Wright Williams. He transitioned to his eternal home on January 5, 2023, in Moncks Corner, SC, at his daughter's residence. His sudden departure has left many hearts saddened.

Earl, also known as "Crook" to family...

Pauline Fludd

Pauline Fludd

Jan 4, 2023

Pauline Fludd was born March 28, 1953, in Moncks Corner, SC, a daughter of the late Paul Fludd and the late Barbara Ann Fludd Hamilton. She transitioned to eternal life January 4, 2023, in Charleston, SC.

Pauline attended Berkeley Training High School and graduated from Berkeley High School in 1971. She later attended Palmer College and graduated...

Aleta Gail Simmons

Aleta Gail Simmons

Dec 26, 2022

Aleta Gail Simmons was born on April 26, 1965 in Moncks Corner, SC to Mr. Alvin Simmons, Sr. and Mrs. Bennie S. Simmons. On December 26, 2022, our beloved Aleta transitioned to eternal rest. She was preceded in death by her brother Elvin Larry Simmons and father Alvin Simmons, Sr.

Aleta received her education in the public...

Cathy S. Kearise

Cathy S. Kearise

Dec 24, 2022

"Precious in the sight of the LORD is the death of His saints."  Psalm 116:15 NKJV

Cathy Sherra Kearise was born in Baltimore, Maryland on June 26, 1970 at Sinai Hospital.  She was the loving daughter to the late Otto Kearise Jr. and Shirley Padgett Kearise.

Cathy was preceded in death by her grandparents, Mrs....

Naomi Mccants

Naomi Mccants

Dec 22, 2022

Naomi McCants, age 92, of Marietta, Georgia, entered her eternal rest on Thursday, December 22, 2022. Her memory will be forever cherished by her loving family and friends.

The funeral service for Mother McCants will be held Thursday, January 12, 2023, 12:00 p.m., at Gethers St. Stephen Chapel, 221 Church Road, St. Stephen, SC. Viewing for Mother...

Phylis Rebecca White

Phylis Rebecca White

Dec 19, 2022

Mrs. Phylis Rebecca White, affectionately known as "Dader", the beloved daughter of the late Mr. Rufus and Mrs. Mary Brown, was born on May 6, 1922 in Pineville, SC. On December 19, 2022, Phylis stepped from the Life Care Center, Charleston, SC into her heavenly home.

Phylis graduated from Redeemer School, which went through the eight grade...

Alex Middleton, Jr.

Alex Middleton, Jr.

Dec 19, 2022

Alex St. Julian Middleton, Jr., son of the late Ellic and Rebecca Middleton, was born on February 18, 1955 in Berkeley County, South Carolina. "June June", as he was known to many, slipped away into eternal rest on Monday, December 19, 2022 at his home.

Alex received his education in the public schools...

Virginia Bowens Wilson

Virginia Bowens Wilson

Dec 17, 2022

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Mrs. Virginia B. Wilson of Fort Washington, Maryland, formerly of St. Stephen, South Carolina, who entered into eternal rest on Saturday, December 17, 2022.

Those left to cherish her memory are: her husband of 55 years, Lawton Wilson; her daughters, Quintella Felicia Wilson and Crystal Michelle...

Gertrude "Gertie" W. Lloyd

Gertrude "Gertie" W. Lloyd

Dec 15, 2022

Gertrude Wilson Lloyd, also affectionately known as "Hun", was the daughter of the late Isaac and Viola Wilson. Gertrude was born August 25, 1929 in the Sawmill section of Berkeley County, SC. Gertrude transitioned on December 15, 2022 at Roper St. Francis Berkeley Hospital, Summerville, SC, with her family by her side.

Gertrude attended the public schools...

Leroy Smith, Jr.

Leroy Smith, Jr.

Dec 9, 2022

With sadness, we announce the passing of Mr. Leroy Smith, Jr. who departed this life on Friday, December 9, 2022.

Those left to cherish his memory are: his wife, Mrs. Kathelene Smith; children, Mark (April) Smith, Mia Kecia (Jacksene) Joseph, Shannon (Allison) Smith, Keith (Jamila "Mimi") Smith, Lia (Carlos) Johnson and Rodney Smith; and a host of...

Gary T. Milford

Gary T. Milford

Nov 30, 2022

The Lord is my Shepherd, I shall not want. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: He leadeth me beside the still waters. He restoreth my soul: He leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake. Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for...

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