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Recent obituaries in South Carolina

Lillie Mae Gadsden

Lillie Mae Gadsden

Jan 10, 2012

"God chose a rose from His garden to plant in Heaven." Lillie M. Gadsden, daughter of the late Rev. Guy Washington and Mrs. Henrietta White Washington, was born on August 3, 1922, in Berkeley County, South Carolina. On Tuesday, January 10, 2012, Lillie Mae Gadsden received her wings of glory. She was educated in Berkeley County, SC where she attended...

Lonzo Shands

Lonzo Shands

Jan 3, 2012

MMr. Lonzo Shands, the son of the late Mr. Willie Shands and Mrs. Morris Gist Shands, was born in Pacolet, South Carolina, on July 22, 1942. On Tuesday, January 3, 2012, he entered into eternal rest. Lonzo was affectionately known as "Neek" to his family and friends, and simply "Lonzo" to many more. He grew up in Pacolet, S.C. and...

Michael Anthony Bryant

Michael Anthony Bryant

Dec 28, 2011

Michael Anthony Bryant, also known as "China Man" to many, the son of Simmeone "Joe Louis" Bryant and Frances Nelson Bryant, was born on December 4, 1959 in Berkeley County, SC. Michael departed this life on Wednesday, December 28, 2011 in Charleston, SC. Mike attended the public schools of Berkeley County. He later enlisted in the United States Army and...

Henry Lasaine

Henry Lasaine

Dec 28, 2011

Henry "Doug" LaSaine was born July 23, 1950, in the South Santee community of McClellanville, South Carolina, a son of the late Elouise and Andrew LaSaine, Sr. Henry received his education in the public schools of Charleston County and graduated from Lincoln High School, McClellanville, SC. He moved to New York City, NY, and was employed as a shipping clerk...

Sarah M Dukes

Sarah M Dukes

Dec 27, 2011

The obituary for Mrs. Dukes will be posted on a later date. To leave a memorial message for the family, please click on the 'SIGN THE GUESTBOOK' tab. To view the funeral arrangements, please click on 'SERVICE SCHEDULE' tab. Thank you!

Mary Freeman Mack

Mary Freeman Mack

Dec 26, 2011

Mary Freeman Mack was born on March 9, 1919, in Bonneau, South Carolina, a daughter of the late Stewart Lander Freeman and Irene Thompson Freeman. She departed this life December 26, 2011, at her residence. Mary was educated in the Berkeley County School System. At an early age, she committed her life to the Lord. She became a faithful member...

Mary A. Gethers

Mary A. Gethers

Dec 25, 2011

Mary Ann Gethers, a daughter of the late Theodore and Colotha Gethers, was born October 7, 1936, in the Oakley Section of Berkeley County, South Carolina. She departed this life on December 25, 2011. At an early age, Mary joined Centenary United Methodist Church where she served faithfully until her death. She served as Chairperson of the Administrative Board, President...

Gertrude B. Curry

Gertrude B. Curry

Dec 18, 2011

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Lela A. Turner

Lela A. Turner

Dec 17, 2011

Lela A. Turner, also known as Anne, the daughter of the late Josh and Ola Mae Turner, was born on October 10, 1940 in Decatur, GA. She departed this life on Saturday, December 17, 2011 at Trident Medical Center, Charleston, SC. At a very early age, Ann relocated to Boston, MA, where she attended the public schools of Boston where...

Cathalee E. Reid

Cathalee E. Reid

Dec 12, 2011

Cathalee Reid, a life-time resident of Moncks Corner, South Carolina passed away peacefully on Monday, the 12th of December after a courageous battle with illness. Born on October 13th, 1920 , she was one of nine children born to the late Catherine Smalls and William Reid. Cathalee was raised and lived in Moncks Corner all of her life. Cathalee accepted...

William (Lukie) Smalls

William (Lukie) Smalls

Nov 30, 2011

"I know that whatever God does, it shall be forever. Nothing can be added to it, and nothing taken from it. God does it, that men should fear before Him." - Ecclesiastes 3:14 William "Lukie" Smalls, son of the late Sara Smalls-Jones, was born on October 10, 1933 in Bonneau, South Carolina. He entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, November...

Arthur Mazyck

Arthur Mazyck

Nov 22, 2011

Arthur Mazyck, son of the late George Temp Mazyck, Sr. and Edna Prioleau Mazyck, was born on April 13, 1943 in St. Stephen, South Carolina. He departed this life on Tuesday, November 22, 2011. Arthur was educated in the public school system of Berkeley County. Arthur accepted Jesus Christ at an early age and joined Day Dawn Baptist Church. He...

Rosa Rivers

Rosa Rivers

Nov 16, 2011

Rosa Smalls Rivers, a daughter of Helen Graham and James Jimmsey Wigfall, was born on August 6, 1920 in Berkeley County, South Carolina. She departed this life on Wednesday, November 16, 2011 at her residence in Moncks Corner, SC. Rosa or "Gertie Mae", as she was affectionately called, attended the public schools of Berkeley County. She worked at the Dock...

Arthur Brown

Arthur Brown

Nov 5, 2011

On this occasion of Arthur ("Jr.") Brown's celebration of life, we take comfort in knowing that our God who sits high and looks low, has a better place in His Holy Kingdom for "Jr." On October 3, 1925, the home was blessed with the birth of a little boy, Arthur Brown, to the late Elijah and Ellen Graham Brown of...

Wilson Paige, Sr.

Wilson Paige, Sr.

Oct 31, 2011

Mr. Wilson Paige, Sr. was born on February 8, 1945, to the union of Chester and Maude Jervey Paige. Wilson was educated in the Berkeley County School System. At an early age, he joined St. Peters A.M.E. Church, Bonneau, SC, where he served on the Trustee Board and was integral in the construction of the church edifice. Wilson enjoyed fishing,...

Arthur Crawford

Arthur Crawford

Oct 26, 2011

Mr. Crawford's obituary will be posted at a later time. To view funeral arrangements, please click on the 'SERVICE SCHEDULE' tab. Thank you! To leave a memorial message for the family, please click on "Sign the Guestbook". Thank you!

Nancy Jordan

Nancy Jordan

Oct 23, 2011

Nancy Lee Gibbs Jordan, the daughter of the late Mr. Henry Gibbs and the late Mrs. Rosalee Ellington Gibbs Rivers, was born July 6, 1924 in Moncks Corner, South Carolina. She departed this life on Sunday, October 23, 2011 at Riverdale Nursing Home, Bronx, New York. Nancy was educated in the Berkeley County Public School System. She moved to New...

Cynthia L. Cole

Cynthia L. Cole

Oct 23, 2011

Cynthia "Mary" Legree Cole, was born August 22, 1955 in Pineville, South Carolina. She was a daughter of Sam Legree and the late Beulah Hamilton Legree. She attended Bennett Elementary School and graduated from Harlem High School, Chicago, Illinois. She also attended Kennedy King College. "Mary" was employed by the City of Chicago for many years. Cynthia was a kind-hearted,...

Benjamin F. Singleton

Benjamin F. Singleton

Oct 16, 2011

I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith: Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day: and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his appearing. II Timothy 4:7-8 Benjamin F. "Gerald" Singleton,...

Earnestine K. Washington

Earnestine K. Washington

Oct 16, 2011

On Sunday, October 16, 2011, an angel sent by God made a stop at Heartland Nursing Home of West Ashley. He picked one of his precious flowers, Earnestine Kinloch Washington. Earnestine Kinloch Washington, the daughter of the late August Kinloch and Margaret Carson Kinloch, was born April 9, 1922 in Huger, SC. Earnestine attended school in Berkeley County, SC and...

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