obituaries

Nov 16, 2021

"Be not dismayed whate'er betide God will take care of you. Beneath His wings of love abide God will take care of you."

Desiree M.  Glover was born March 15, 1935, in Cordesville, South Carolina to Reverend Clarence Myers and Viola Smith Myers.

Her Christian life began as a young child while attending Tabo United...

Nov 10, 2021

James Melvin Ford III, of New York, New York, a professional Barber, peacefully entered into rest on Wednesday, November 10, 2021 at home in Stephen/Alvin, South Carolina. He was under hospice care during the last two months of his long fight against cancer.

James, ("Jamie" as he was fondly called), was born in Kingstree, South Carolina, on...

Nov 7, 2021

Birdell Alfonso Starkes , a son of Reverend Ira T. and Velma Jackson Starkes, was born on July 27, 1945 in Vallejo, California. On November 7, 2021, the Lord in His ultimate greatness called him home to glory.

He was baptized at an early age.

He received his education at Vallejo High School,...

Nov 6, 2021

Mr. Elijah Joshua Morton was born December 21, 1937 in Moncks Corner, South Carolina to the late Josh and Mazie Morton.

Elijah was educated in the public schools of Dorchester County. Being one to always make sure his family was well taken care of, he worked at the International Longshoreman Association  (ILA) in Charleston, SC for 35...

Nov 6, 2021

Douglas Leroy Holland, the son of the late Edith Bertha Holland Rogers, was born on October 16, 1935 in Mamaroneck, New York. He transitioned to eternal life with the Lord on Saturday, November 6, 2021 at Low Country Hospice House in Summerville, South Carolina. He was affectionately known by his beloved family members as "Duggie".

Douglas received...

Nov 3, 2021

Swans are often known as peaceful, gracious and elegant. Folklore even tells us these creatures sing most beautifully as they make their heavenly transition in style and class: their Swan Song . On November 3rd, Stacey Marie Palmer graciously whispered the lyrics of her Swan Song. Surrounded by a cloud of witnesses, she joined the joy of God's presence....

Nov 3, 2021

Iysis Amoriyona Moultrie, the daughter of LaTeaka Moultrie, was born August 2, 2004 in Charleston, SC.  She departed this life on November 3, 2021 at her residence in Alvin, SC after a long battle with cerebral palsy.

Iysis  attended Timberland High School where she was a Senior. At an early age, she had a love for music....

Oct 31, 2021

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Mr. William Fennick, Jr. of Moncks Corner, SC, who entered into eternal rest on Sunday, October 31, 2021.

Those left to cherish his memory include: his sister, Mrs. Naomi Fennick Simmons; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Services for Mr. Fennick were...

Oct 28, 2021

Mozell Paulette Ricks, the daughter of Mr. Evans Page and Mrs. Albertha Shirley Simmons and stepdaughter of Mr. Carl Simmons, was born on October 30, 1964 in Manhattan, New York.

Mozell attended Adlai E. Stevenson High School located in Bronx, New York.

Mozell married Dominick Ricks Sr. on February 12, 1985, and to this union...

Oct 25, 2021

Beatrice Middleton was born on February 2, 1965 in St. Stephen, South Carolina. She was a daughter of Dan Middleton and Rainey President Middleton.

Beatrice received her education in the public schools of Berkeley County, SC.  She was a member of Good Shepherd Reformed Episcopal Church.

Beatrice enjoyed planting flowers. She will be greatly missed...

Oct 25, 2021

"Mama's Story"

"Mama" is what we called the woman you know as Elizabeth Bailey McDaniel or Bet Bailey. And if you really knew Mama, you know that though we lost an angel on Earth, the persecuted just got another advocate in Heaven. Right now, as you are mourning her passing, she's likely standing next to the throne...

Oct 24, 2021

On the warm summer's day September 16, 1946, a bouncy, wide-eyed boy was born to the late Corine Addison Bowens and Gabe Bowens, Sr. of Bonneau, South Carolina. In honor of his father, that bouncy little boy was given the name Gabe Bowens, Jr. He was the eldest son and fifth child of nine born to his parents.

Oct 18, 2021

Deacon Siddie "Sadie" "Precious" Mae Wiggs Heyward, the daughter of the late Ms. Lillian Birch Morton and the late Mr. Wiley Lee Wiggs, was born in Melbourne, Florida, on September 3, 1965. On Monday, October 18, 2021, she transitioned peacefully from earth to heaven surrounded by her family.

Sadie attended the public schools of Berkeley County, South...

Oct 17, 2021

Willie Workman, Jr., son of the late Willie Workman, Sr. and Lillie Mae Workman, was born on August 9, 1955 in Blair, South Carolina. The eldest of the three children, Willie entered into eternal rest on October 17, 2021 at Agape Hospice Care in Summerville, South Carolina.

Willie spent his formative years in the public school system...

Oct 11, 2021

Life Reflections

"Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid."   ~ John 14:27

Robert William Hunter , a son of the late Nezzie Hunter-Washington and Isaac Hunter, was born...

Oct 10, 2021

Arlene Smith Templeman, daughter of  Louann Smith and Eugene Smith, was born on August 1, 1963 in Brooklyn, NY. She departed this life on October 10, 2021.

Arlene was educated in New York City, NY. She attended the School of Fashion Design. In 2006, she relocated to Moncks Corner, SC and worked several jobs. Her last employment...

Oct 4, 2021

Rachel Elizabeth Adams Milligan was born on September 18, 1951 in St. Stephen, South Carolina. She was a daughter of the late John Henry Adams and Sophie Faber Adams.

Rachel received her education in the Berkeley County public schools.

Rachel  was united in holy matrimony to Willie Oscar Milligan. This union was blessed with seven...

Sep 27, 2021

Life Reflections

"The  Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want."

~ Psalm 23:1

Lerline Elizabeth Heyward , was born on August 3, 1940 in Charleston, South Carolina, a daughter of the late Sam Smalls, Sr. and Alice Huff. She transitioned into eternal life with the Lord on September...

Sep 24, 2021

Joseph A. Smith, Jr. was born December 18, 1925 to the late Joseph Smith, Sr. and Ethel E. Simmons. He grew up in the community of Longridge, Moncks Corner, SC. He transitioned this life on Thursday, September 24, 2021 at his residence.

Joseph was educated in the public schools of Berkeley County, SC. He was drafted into...

Sep 18, 2021

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Reverend Melvin A. McClennon, Sr. of St. Stephen, SC, who transitioned into eternal rest with the Lord on Saturday, September 18, 2021.

Those left to cherish his memory are: his children, Mrs. Mary B. Seaward, Mrs. Barbra M. Lucas, Mrs. Catherine M. Smith (Harvey), Mr. Melvin...