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Recent obituaries in South Carolina

Queen Ester "Jimmysue" Garnett

Queen Ester "Jimmysue" Garnett

Aug 21, 2024

Queen Ester Garnett, lovingly known as Jimmysue to her family and friends, was born on January 12, 1954, in Moncks Corner, South Carolina, a daughter of James Garnett and Albertha Brown Garnett. On August 21, 2024, she peacefully transitioned from this life at the Medical University of South Carolina Hospital, Charleston, SC.

Jimmysue was a vibrant soul...

Juanita Mcmillan

Juanita Mcmillan

Aug 19, 2024

Juanita McMillan, lovingly known as "Nene" to her family, was born on January 17, 1940, in Brooklyn, New York, to her proud parents, Louis Johnson and Edith Campbell. On August 19, 2024, Nene peacefully departed this life at her home. Nene spent her early years in New York, where she attended Eastern District High School. Her passion for helping...

Burnard Ellington

Burnard Ellington

Aug 19, 2024

It is with deep sadness to announce the passing of our beloved brother, Mr. Burnard Ellington, 64, of Moncks Corner, SC, formerly of the Cordesville, SC, community. Affectionately known to us as "Cooda" or "Pancake", as our loving grandparents, Mr. Paul Rivers and Mrs. Mamie Rivers, lovingly nicknamed him and always referenced him as such, accordingly. Burnard departed this...

Eldora Myers Logan Canty

Eldora Myers Logan Canty

Aug 15, 2024

Eldora Myers Logan Canty, born on February 6, 1947, in St. Stephen, South Carolina, transitioned from this life on August 15, 2024, in New York, her home for many years. Eldora was the beloved daughter of Reverend Frank Myers, Sr. and Queenie Green Myers, who, along with her daughter Jennifer Rolanda Myers Hamilton, grandson Ty'zavier Martin, and siblings Robert...

Doc Benny Boswell

Doc Benny Boswell

Aug 12, 2024

Doc Benny Boswell, Jr. of Goose Creek, South Carolina, a devoted husband, father and US Navy veteran, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 12, 2024, at the age of 67. He was surrounded by his loving family.

He was born in Chattanooga, Tennessee on November 4, 1956 to Betty J. Hudgins Burt and Doc Benny Boswell, Sr....

Thelma M. Gethers

Thelma M. Gethers

Aug 11, 2024

Thelma Marie Gethers was born October 3, 1945, to the late Colotha Johnson Gethers and Theodore Gethers, in the Oakley Community of Berkeley County, South Carolina. She departed this life on August 11, 2024, in North Charleston, South Carolina.

At an early age she became a member of Centenary United Methodist Church where she joined class number...

Rainey President Middleton

Rainey President Middleton

Aug 9, 2024

Mrs. Rainey President Middleton, born on September 24, 1935, in Cross, South Carolina, was the beloved daughter of the late Virginia Green Washington and the late James President. Later in life, she made her home in Bonneau, South Carolina and was united in holy matrimony with Dan Middleton, who preceded her in death.

A faithful member of...

Josephine Smith

Josephine Smith

Aug 7, 2024

Josephine Smith, daughter of the late Lafayette Simmons Sr. and Losia Mable (Robinson) Simmons, was born in Jamestown, South Carolina, on February 11, 1934. She entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, August 7, 2024 at 2:55 p.m.

She received her education in the Berkeley County Public Schools.

She was united in holy wedlock to Watus...

Darrell Orlando Smalls

Darrell Orlando Smalls

Aug 6, 2024

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Mr. Darrell Orlando Smalls, of St. Stephen, SC, who departed this life on Tuesday, August 6, 2024. Darrell was the beloved son of the late Mr. William "Lukie" Smalls and Mrs. Laura Nelson Smalls. A proud Army veteran, he served his country with honor and dedication.

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Betty Jean Hutchinson

Betty Jean Hutchinson

Aug 4, 2024

Betty Jean V. Hutchinson, the first born to Walter L. and Minnie E. Hutchinson, was born on March 8, 1940 in Moncks Corner, South Carolina. She departed this life unexpectedly, early morning on Sunday, August 4, 2024.

Betty's father and mother were working in Boston and they later decided to bring their children, Betty and Tommy after...

Brenda Murray Pack

Brenda Murray Pack

Aug 3, 2024

We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Mrs. Brenda Murray Pack of Goose Creek, SC, who departed this life on Saturday, August 3, 2024, at her residence. She was the daughter of the late Hubert Lee Murray and Isabelle Washington.

Mrs. Pack was a devoted mother to Eric D. Murray (LaCosha), Conrad M. Murray (Telaya...

Carl Leon Smalls

Carl Leon Smalls

Jul 31, 2024

Carl Leon Smalls, son of the late Clarence and Eva Mae Smalls, was born on August 3, 1960 at Berkeley County Hospital, Moncks Corner, South Carolina. He transitioned from this life on Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at his residence.

At a very young age, his family relocated to New York City, where he spent over 30 years...

Khaleah Hines-Williams

Khaleah Hines-Williams

Jul 30, 2024

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Mrs. Khaleah Hines-Williams of Penns Grove, NJ, who departed this life on Tuesday, July 30, 2024.

Khaleah was loved by many and will be greatly missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her. She leaves behind her devoted husband, Jarvis Williams; her loving mother,...

Freddie Johnson

Freddie Johnson

Jul 25, 2024

Mr. Freddie Johnson was born on June 3, 1948, in Moncks Corner, South Carolina, the fourth child born to the union of the late Eugene and Bertha Lee Manigault Johnson. His earthly life ended on July 25, 2024, for an eternal life with God.

Freddie received his formal education in the Berkeley County Public School System and...

Sandra M. Dean

Sandra M. Dean

Jul 24, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Mrs. Sandra M. Dean of Ladson, SC, who departed this life on Wednesday, July 24, 2024 in Summerville, SC.

She is survived by her husband, Mr. Albert H. Dean; children, Le'Shea (Bernard) Fuller, Gregory Frye, Charles Frye and William (Tenicka) Frye ; stepchildren, Jonathan (Natasha) Dean,...

Craig S. Smith

Craig S. Smith

Jul 21, 2024

Craig Sinclair Smith passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 21, 2024, at Lowcountry Community Hospice House in Summerville, South Carolina.

Craig was born in Brooklyn, New York on September 28, 1951, to Thurston Smith, Sr. and Alethia Stewart Smith. In his early years, he was employed in construction and helped in building the Mark Clark Expressway in...

Leroy "Junior" "June" Harleston, Jr.

Leroy "Junior" "June" Harleston, Jr.

Jul 15, 2024

Leroy Harleston Jr., son of Leroy Harleston Sr. and Eliza Grant Harleston, was born on December 4, 1946. Quietly and peacefully on Monday, July 15, 2024, our Almighty God, in His infinite wisdom, gently closed the eyes of Leroy, and he entered into his eternal rest.

Leroy attended the public schools of Berkeley County, South Carolina.

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Joan P. Simmons

Joan P. Simmons

Jul 14, 2024

Joan Greene Simmons, daughter of the late Norward Greene, Sr. and RoseAnn Warren, was born on July 13, 1948, in Moncks Corner, South Carolina. Following a well-lived life, on Sunday, July 14, 2024, Joan transitioned peacefully from Earth to her Heavenly Home.

Joan, also affectionately known as "Topsy," was reared in Longridge and was educated in the...

Roberta Hires

Roberta Hires

Jul 4, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Mrs. Roberta Hires of Summerville, SC, who departed this life on Thursday, July 4, 2024. She was the widow of Mr. Loucious Rusty Hires, Jr.

Those left to cherish her memory are: her children, Prentice Barcliff, Anthony Barcliff, Antoinette (Leander) Ferebee, Michelle Barcliff and Bettina (Joe)...

Sam Middleton

Sam Middleton

Jun 24, 2024

Sam Middleton, son of the late Ellic and Rebecca Middleton, was born November 6, 1949, in Berkeley County, South Carolina. Sam peacefully passed away on June 24, 2024, at his residence in St. Stephen, SC. Sam attended Russellville High School and received Machinist training at Job Corps in Washington. He proudly served in the United States Army and worked...

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