obituaries

Dec 16, 2024

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Arthur White, 72, of St. Stephen, SC, on December 16, 2024. Born on September 6, 1952, in St. Stephen, SC, he was the son of the late Inetha Washington and Thomas White.

Arthur spent much of his adult life in the automotive industry, dedicating himself to...

Dec 16, 2024

"I will bless the Lord at all times: His praise shall continually be in my mouth."  - Psalm 34:1

With profound sadness, at the request of her loving daughter Ramona, Gethers Funeral Home announces the heavenly transition of Mrs. Mildred B. Rembert, age 89, of Decatur, Georgia. Born on February 28, 1935, to the late Deacon Phillip...

Dec 14, 2024

Derrick Walker, the son of Diane Walker and the later Alvin Walker, Sr., was born on November 8, 1981 in Charleston, SC. He departed this life on Saturday, December 14, 2024 at MUSC. Derrick was educated in the Berkeley County School System graduating from Stratford High School in 2000. He loved gardening, grilling, and cooking. He also...

Dec 14, 2024

Edward Young, Sr. was born on May 2, 1944, in Charleston, South Carolina, to the late Julia Fields. On December 14, 2024, he peacefully passed away in North Charleston, South Carolina, surrounded by the love of his family.

Edward attended school in the Berkeley County School System and worked as a welder, where he took pride in...

Dec 12, 2024

Ms. Priscilla L. Lawrence, daughter of Priscilla G. Lawrence and the late Marion Lawrence, was born June 6, 1977.  She went home to rest with the Lord on Thursday, December 12, 2024, at Medical University of South Carolina Hospital, Charleston, SC.

Prissy (Peeko), as she was affectionately known, spent her early years in Saint Stephen, SC, where...

Dec 6, 2024

It is with heartfelt sympathy that we announce the passing of Mrs. Albertha B. Theirse of Pineville, SC, who peacefully transitioned on Friday, December 6, 2024. Mrs. Theirse lived a life marked by grace, faith, and extraordinary fullness, embodying the words of Psalm 90:10, "The days of our years are threescore years and ten; and if by reason of...

Nov 28, 2024

It is with heartfelt sympathy that we announce the passing of SSgt. EC Reid, USAF VETERAN, formerly of St. Stephen, SC, who transitioned on Thursday, November 28, 2024, in Middleburg, FL.

SSgt. EC Reid honorably served his country as a member of the United States Air Force and will be fondly remembered for his dedication and service....

Nov 24, 2024

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Mr. David "The Duke" Ellington, Sr. of Moncks Corner, SC, who departed this life on Sunday, November 24, 2024.

A viewing will be held Friday, November 29, 2024, 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., at the funeral home. A Celebration of Life Service will be held Saturday,...

Nov 19, 2024

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Mr. Leroy Simmons of Moncks Corner, SC, who entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, November 19, 2024. Mr. Simmons was a proud Army veteran and the widower of the late Mrs. Eva Inez Bryant Simmons.

He leaves behind a legacy of love and cherished memories that...

Nov 3, 2024

With deep sorrow, we share the passing of Ms. Lillie M. "Ruby" Miller of St. Stephen, SC, who peacefully departed this life on Sunday, November 3, 2024.

Ruby's memory will be cherished by her beloved daughter, Tina R. Miller; her treasured grandchildren, Tyson and Darius Fisk; and her loving sisters, Beatrice Brown, Anna Rose McClary, and Darlene...

Oct 30, 2024

Clarence "Boy" Gethers was born on August 7, 1937, to the late Ella Mae and Nero Palmer in Alvin, South Carolina, and raised by the late Isaac and Rebecca Gethers. He transitioned peacefully on Wednesday, October 30, 2024, at his home surrounded by his loving wife and children.

Clarence was baptized at an early age and became...

Oct 24, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mrs. Martha Mae Cohens Walker of Brooklyn, NY,  formerly of Huger, SC, who entered into eternal rest on Thursday, October 24, 2024.

Mrs. Walker leaves to cherish her memory: her husband, Denzil Walker; her daughter, Paulette Walker; her granddaughter, Ayanna Fitzgerald; her sisters, Evelyn Cohens and...

Oct 12, 2024

Violet Ann Carter, daughter of the late Crayton Edward McElveen, Sr., and Alma Bernice McElveen, was born August 10, 1963, in Cherry Point, North Carolina. She departed this life on October 12, 2024, peacefully in her home in Moncks Corner, South Carolina.

Violet was educated in the public schools of Prince William County, Virginia.

Violet...

Oct 10, 2024

Mr. Joseph "Joe" Elijah Coad, son of the late Mr. Willie Coad and the late Mrs. Carrie Wright Coad, was born September 11, 1941 in the Santee Circle community of Moncks Corner, South Carolina. On the night of Thursday, October 10, 2024, Joe passed away peacefully into eternal rest.

On April 16, 1960, Joe was joined in...

Oct 9, 2024

Catherine Doris Manigault Wilson, daughter of the late Reverend Alexander Manigault and Susan Richardson Manigault, was born on June 20, 1941, in Kitfield, Moncks Corner, South Carolina. She entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, October 9, 2024, at Triboro Center, Bronx, New York.

Catherine Doris graduated from Berkeley Training High School in 1959, where she played as...

Oct 9, 2024

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Mrs. Janada Murphy Birro, a beloved native of Cross, SC, and longtime resident of Brooklyn, NY, who entered into eternal rest on October 9, 2024.

Mrs. Birro's burial will be held on Tuesday, October 22, 2024, at 12:00 p.m., in the Murphy McCants Prioleau Cemetery, Cross, SC.

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Oct 7, 2024

Mr. Elijah Williams

"Mr. Stacey Adams"

Mr. Elijah Williams was born on September 18,1936 in Allendale, SC to the late Joseph Williams and Catherine Bryant Williams. He was one of eleven children who grew up in a Christian home. He transitioned from labor to reward on Monday, October 7,2024 in Moncks...

Oct 7, 2024

In 1925, at the dawn of the twentieth century, a little baby girl, Lillie Mae Dingle, made her debut on the stage of life and remained on the stage of life for 99 years.  Her godly life ended on Monday, October 7, 2024 when she was taken from us and entered a city whose builder and patron is God....

Oct 4, 2024

William "Bill" Gethers, born on September 9, 1938, in Moncks Corner, South Carolina, was the son of Oliver and Jaunita Barr Gethers. On October 4, 2024, at Trident Medical Center, Charleston, South Carolina, Bill peacefully transitioned into eternal rest, leaving behind a legacy of love and fond memories.

Affectionately known as "Bill," he received his education in...

Oct 2, 2024

Estell Burgess Blanding was the second of six children born to the late Rufus Burgess, Sr. and Mary McCrea Burgess on December 14, 1947, in Salters, South Carolina.

Estell completed her primary and secondary education and graduated from Blakely High School in Salters. After graduation she moved to New York, where she was employed with Saks Fifth...