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Laurens, South Carolina Betty Condrey McLees 1928 — 2024 Betty C. McLees Columbia, SC Betty Condrey McLees, age 96, passed away peacefully on May 25, 2024, surrounded by loving family. Formerly of Columbia, SC, she was a resident of Martha Franks Retirement Center at the time of her death. She is survived by her children Betsy Ross (Ed) Carey of Laurens and Myrtle Beach; John Gavin McLees of Marietta, SC; her beloved grandchildren Lindsay Ross (Mike) Henry of Summerville, SC; Travis McLees of Leesville, SC, and Jamie Leigh Barrs of Cayce, SC; great-grandchildren Jayleigh Guillebeau, Brantley Crider of Cayce, SC, Lillian (Lily) Henry of Summerville, SC, and Caroline McLees of Leesville, SC; nieces and nephews Debbie (Ed) Neal of Sumter, SC,...

Laurens, South Carolina Joseph Daniel Tisdale 1974 — 2024 Joseph "Daniel" Tisdale Laurens Joseph "Daniel" Tisdale, 49, of Laurens, and husband of Vinnie Gresham Tisdale, went to be with Jesus and "Taterbug" on Thursday, May 9, 2024. Born in Kingstree, South Carolina, he was the son of Joe Kenneth Tisdale and Debra Susan Petty. Daniel attended Believers Assembly and was a truck driver. He had a huge heart and brought love and laughter to the lives of many people. Daniel was adored by his children and grandchildren who he was affectionately known as "Pops". When he wasn't spending time with his family, he enjoyed riding his Harley Davidson and restoring older vehicles, especially his son Taylor's Ford Mustang that they started together. He will be...

Columbia, South Carolina Candace Ruth Jarrett Leggett 1948 — 2024 Candace Ruth Jarrett Leggett fondly known as "Candy", a daughter of the late Harry W. Jarrett Jr. and Sally Modelle Bookout Jarrett, was born in Charleston, SC on May 1, 1948. She entered eternal rest on Sunday, February 25, 2024, surrounded by her family in Columbia, SC. Candy leaves to cherish her memories; daughters, Ashley Leggett of Columbia, SC and Kristina (Charlie Mullen) Mullen of Sumter, SC, as well as siblings Jaclyn Jarrett Macaulay (Earl Macaulay) of Columbia, SC, Marsha J. Reynolds of St Mary's County, MD, Steve E Jarrett (Mary Jarrett) of Columbia, SC, and Harry W. Jarrett III (Yan Wen Jarrett) of Wilmington, NC. She will be missed especially by her five grandchildren,...

Lawrenceville, Georgia George O. Richbourg, Jr. 1950 — 2024 George O. Richbourg, Jr., age 73, passed away on January 26, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of warmth, kindness, and culinary passion. Born in Sumter, South Carolina, George called Lawrenceville, Georgia, his beloved home. He was the cherished co-owner and operator of Hometown BBQ in Lawrenceville, where he delighted patrons with his delectable creations and unwavering hospitality. George's journey began with academic excellence, earning a Bachelor of Arts in Business with a minor in Psychology from Baptist College of Charleston, South Carolina. This academic foundation would lay the groundwork for his successful endeavors in both business and interpersonal relationships. Beyond his...

Columbia, South Carolina James Ralph ?Jim? Keisler, Jr. 1944 — 2024 A service to celebrate the life of James Ralph "Jim" Keisler, Jr., 80, will be on January 19th, 2024 at Dunbar Funeral Home, Dutch Fork Chapel. Visitation will begin at 1:00 p.m. followed by the service at 2:00 p.m. Mr. Keisler was born on January 9th, 1944 in Columbia, SC and passed away on January 12th, 2024. He was the son of the late James Ralph Keisler and Katherine Crapps Keisler. Mr. Keisler was a veteran of the United States Air Force. Jim attended Colorado State University and the University of South Carolina. He retired from the State of South Carolina having held positions with the South Carolina Department of Commerce (formerly the South Carolina State Development Board),...

Greenwood, South Carolina Susan R Hollister 1967 — 2024 Susan "Sue Sue" Russell Hollister, 56, of Greenwood, wife of David Hollister, passed away Saturday, January 6, 2024 at Self Regional Medical Center. Born in Sumter, she was a daughter of the late James Cecil Russell and Frances Jennings Russell. Susan's devotion to her faith was exemplified through her involvement at South Main Baptist Church. She found joy in volunteering in the nursery, caring for the church's youngest members. Her unwavering love for the Lord was evident in her interactions with others and the kindness she extended to everyone she encountered. Susan dedicated her life to the education and nurturing of young minds. After graduating with a bachelor's degree in early...

Columbia, South Carolina Brigadier General Richard Furman Jackson, III, SCSG (ret.) 1943 — 2023 Brigadier General Richard Furman Jackson III, SCSG (ret.) of Columbia, SC passed away peacefully on December 13, 2023. Originally from Sumter, SC, Richard was a graduate of Edmunds High School and a proud member of the class of 1965 at The Citadel. He earned his Master's degree from The University of South Carolina and worked in pharmaceutical sales for over thirty years. Richard also served as a constable for the state of SC and was a dedicated member of the SC State Guard. Richard was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather and leaves behind a legacy of faithfulness and love. He will be greatly missed by his family, including his daughters Jennifer (Michael) Deason and Karen...

Winnsboro, South Carolina Joe John Stephenson 1932 — 2023 On Wednesday, December 6, 2023, as we enter the Advent Season of Rejoicing and Hope, Joe John Stephenson peacefully went home to be with his Lord and Savior. Surrounded by his adoring family, they shared a very special time of heartfelt goodbyes and gratitude for his life. Born on June 11, 1932, Joe was the son of the late James William and Lola W. Stephenson. He graduated from Mount Zion Institute in 1950 and Davidson College in 1954, where he was a member of the Beta Theta Pi fraternity. He then joined the army, serving two years abroad before beginning a career with McKesson Robbins. While traveling with this job, he met the love of his life on a blind date - the late Alita Tomlinson...

Columbia, South Carolina Larry Oscar McIntosh 1948 — 2023 Larry Oscar McIntosh, born on December 16th, 1948 in Sumter County, was the beloved son of Ida Mae and T.A. McIntosh. Larry passed away peacefully on December 2, 2023. Family and friends are invited to join the family of Larry Oscar McIntosh on December 27, 2023, at Fort Jackson National Cemetery 4170 Percival Road, Columbia, SC 29229 at 1:00 PM for a military service honoring him and his commitment to his country.

Columbia, South Carolina Larry Oscar McIntosh 1948 — 2023 Larry Oscar McIntosh, born on December 16th, 1948 in Sumter County, was the beloved son of Ida Mae and T.A. McIntosh. Larry passed away peacefully on December 2, 2023. Larry will be lovingly remembered as the devoted husband of Linda Baird McIntosh. He was the cherished brother of Randy (Cathy) McIntosh. He was preceded in death by his three other cherished siblings James McIntosh, Dorothy Barkley, and Jeanette Kolb. He leaves behind a legacy of love as the father of Angie (Bud) Kidd, Larry Oscar McIntosh Jr. (Stephanie) McIntosh, and stepfather to Stormy (Joe) Clark, and Brandy (James) Mullennax. Larry was the proud grandfather of twelve grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, and a host of...

Irmo, South Carolina Mack Leroy Quick 1937 — 2023 Mack Leroy Quick, age 86, died on Saturday, November 11, 2023 at his home in Irmo, SC. Mack was born in Cheraw, S.C. on November 6, 1937 to Randolph Irvin Quick and Lillie Mae Johnson Quick. He spent an adventurous boyhood in Cheraw, S.C. and held a deep and life-long affection for his hometown and the memories made there. In 1955, at age 18, Mack enlisted in the United States Air Force. During his 26 years of service, he was stationed in Alabama, Texas, Kansas, South Carolina, Okinawa, and Turkey. After retiring from the USAF in 1981 with the rank of Master Sergeant, Mack worked as a state employee for a short time before becoming a small business owner in Sumter, S.C. Mack enjoyed...

Sumter, South Carolina Cynthia Leigh Brock 1965 — 2023 Cynthia Leigh Brock, 58, of Sumter, South Carolina, entered into eternal rest Monday, October 23, 2023. Her Memorial Service will be held Saturday, November 4, 2023 in the J. Henry Stuhr Inc., West Ashley Chapel, 3360 Glenn McConnell Parkway at 2:00 pm. The family will receive friends Saturday from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm in J. Henry Stuhr Inc., West Ashley Chapel. Cynthia was born March 6, 1965 in Alexander City, Alabama, daughter of the late Larry Leroy Wagner and Shirley Jean Saxon. She dedicated her life to empowering others through her passion as a personal trainer in Sumter, SC. She soulfully worked to transform lives, inspiring and guiding hundreds of individuals on their journeys. Her...

John's Island, South Carolina Prentiss Kinney Boan 1936 — 2023 Prentiss Kinney "PK" Boan, 87, of Charleston, South Carolina, husband of the late Mildred Lee Branton Boan, entered into eternal rest Saturday, October 14, 2023. His funeral service will be held Sunday, October 22, 2023 at First Baptist Church, 220 N Main Street, McColl SC at 2:00 pm, with Pastor Jimmy Branton officiating. Arrangements by J. Henry Stuhr, Inc. West Ashley Chapel. Prentiss was born June 17, 1936 in Dillon, South Carolina, son of the late Samuel James Boan and Hattie Cranford Boan. He was the youngest of 10 children, all of whom preceded PK in death. He honorably served in the United States Air Force for 27 years. After his retirement from the military, he chose a second...

Charlotte, North Carolina Eleanor Newman Hawkins 1942 — 2023 Eleanor Newman Hawkins lived 81 wonderful years and passed away peacefully, ending her battle with metastatic breast cancer on Sunday October 1st in her hometown of Charlotte, NC. She was surrounded by dear friends and loved ones. Eleanor was born in Sumter, SC on January 19, 1942 to parents, the late Sarah Frances Newman and Turner Boyd Newman. She was the fifth child in the family of 8 children. Eleanor had 5 brothers and 2 sisters, she was the youngest girl. Her father Boyd was a tobacco farmer and an electrician. Her mother Sarah Frances was a homemaker, her role model, and a patron saint in her eyes. Eleanor grew up tending the fields of tobacco, along with her family. She learned to...

Camden, SC, South Carolina Little Miss Ivy Marie Oliver 2023 — 2023 On Saturday, September 2, 2023, the world bid farewell to a precious soul that graced this earth for too short a time. Little Miss Ivy Marie Oliver, the beautiful daughter of Ganyson and Mary Oliver, was embraced by the loving arms of Jesus, just two weeks before her expected due date of September 16. As we gather in mourning, we find solace in knowing that Ivy Marie's spirit will forever shine brightly in our hearts. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 2:00PM at Cross Roads Baptist Church Cemetery, to honor her memory. The service will be conducted by Brent Taylor. On Sunday, September 10, 2023, a Service of Remembrance will take place at New...

North Augusta, South Carolina Dr. Eleazar V. Benenhaley 1934 — 2023 Funeral Services for Dr. Eleazer V. Benenhaley, 88, who entered into rest August 29, 2023, will be conducted from the Sweetwater Baptist Church, Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Dr. Paul W. Noe officiating. Interment will be in the Sweetwater Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the church Thursday evening from 6 to 8. Visit www.poseycares.com for complete obituary.

Tega Cay, South Carolina Marian Ann Howard 1938 — 2023 Marian Ann Payne Howard, 85, died peacefully surrounded by her daughters and family, on Sunday, August 27, 2023. Born February 11, 1938 in Sumter, SC, Ann was the daughter of the late Wade Albert Payne and Lillian Pauline Wells Payne. Ann graduated from Edmunds High School and Tuomey Hospital of Nursing in Sumter, SC. She was a graduate of Wofford College and the University of South Carolina. After a career in nursing and raising her family, Ann worked at Wofford College and then Spartanburg Area Mental Health. She was extremely devoted to the formation of an upstate homeless coalition. She received multiple awards and had a street named for her in the first housing development for...

Columbia, South Carolina Margaret Regina Canty 1948 — 2023 Margaret Regina Canty, 75, of Columbia, died on Saturday, August 26, 2023. Born in Newberry, SC, on August 3, 1948, she was a daughter of George Crosson and Mamie Henderson Crosson. Survivors include her husband, Rev. Daniel (Dan) Canty; two daughters; aunt; and two brothers. The funeral service for Mrs. Canty will be held at 12 o'clock, Thursday, September 7th, at St. John Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Fort Jackson National Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 5 until 7 o'clock, Wednesday evening at Shives Funeral Home, Trenholm Road Chapel, 7600 Trenholm Road Ext., Columbia. Memorials may be made to Israel Brooks Scholarship Fund, 3404 W. Beltline Blvd, Columbia, SC,...

Johnsonville, South Carolina Doris Christine McDaniel Graham 1957 — 2023 Johnsonville, SC Doris Christine Graham, 65, passed away peacefully at home on August 21, 2023. Mrs. Christine was born in Hemingway, SC, the daughter of the late Norman and Jean McDaniel. She was a homemaker who enjoyed working around the house, watching TV, and spending time with family. Mrs. Christine is survived by her husband, Larry Graham; sons Barry (Brandi) Graham and Christopher Graham; brother, Billy McDaniel of Sumter, SC.; and grandchildren, Hannah, Spencer, Carson, and Bryson Graham. She was predeceased by her son, Johnny Graham, mother-in-law, Elma Graham and sister-in-law Mona McDaniel. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to Morris Funeral Home for...

Mt Pleasant, South Carolina Janice Kaye Christy 1946 — 2023 Janice Kaye Christy, 76, of Mt. Pleasant, South Carolina, entered into eternal rest Friday, July 21, 2023. Her memorial service will be held Wednesday, August 2, 2023, in the J. Henry Stuhr, Inc., Mt. Pleasant Chapel, 1494 Mathis Ferry Rd. at 5:00 pm. The family will receive friends an hour before the service. A private inurnment will be held in Mount Pleasant Memorial Gardens at a later date. Kaye was born August 3, 1946, in Sumter, South Carolina, daughter of the late Kenneth Earl Morris, Sr. and the late Janice Gamble Morris of Turbeville, South Carolina. She was a hard worker and loved people, working in both human resources and event planning. Her career spanned many years, most of...

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