2011

Obituary Archives

This page is the co-operative project of Chesterfield District Chapter of the South Carolina Genealogical Society and the Publisher.  It contains transcribed and sourced obituaries.  The transcriber has endeavored to do true transcriptions. Transcribing them as they appear in the printed newspaper copy, not making any corrections of any kind but removing hyper links, if they appear.

 Robert (Tonie) Dargan

CHERAW — Robert (Tonie) Dargan, 51, died Dec. 17, 2010.

Funeral services were at 2:00 p.m. Dec. 22 at Charity community Church of Christ, Cheraw.

Robert was the son of Ethel Lee and the late Roacher Dargan, Jr., born Nov. 17, 1959. He was a member of Charity Community Church of Christ in Cheraw.

Surviving is his mother Ethel Lee Dargan, Brooklyn, NY; son, Derrin Dargan of Brooklyn, NY; daughters, Idaya Waters of El Paso, TX and Moesha Dargan of Laurinburg, NC; a grandson, Akil Sanders of El Paso, TX; brothers, Roacher Dargan, III and Michael Dargan, both of Brooklyn, NY; sisters, Cynthia Dargan of Buffalo, NY and Pamel Howard of Brooklyn, NY. A host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Grooms Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, January 06, 2011.

Jo Ann Turnage Wetzler

CHESTERFIELD — Jo Ann Turnage Wetzler, 72, died Dec. 28, 2010 at her home.

Funeral services were held Dec. 31 at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home Chapel with entombment following in the Chatham Hill Memorial Gardens Mausoleum. The family held visitation Dec. 24 at the funeral home.

Mrs. Wetzler was born July 11, 1938 in Cheraw, a daughter of the late Rosa Lee Freeman. She was a retired Quality Control Manager with Crown Cork & Seal Company. Jo Ann was a faithful member of Oakland Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her husbands, Bobby Turnage and Dallas Wetzler and by a brother, John L. Jacobs and a sister, Mildred M. Hall.

Surviving are a son, Robert H. (Temple) Turnage of Cheraw; three daughters: Julie C. Turnage, Rebecca T. Gentry, and Lorrie T. (Denny) Gaskins all of Chesterfield; one brother, Ray F. (Nancy) Jacobs of Wallace; three sisters: Jessie M. (Buster) Shaw of Wallace, Linda E. Taylor of Bennettsville and Myrtle S. (Hal) Kifer of Madison, TN; 6 Grandchildren and 3 Great Grandchildren; and special friend Glenn Williamson of Cheraw.

Memorials may be made to Hospice of Chesterfield County, P.O. Box 293, Chesterfield, 29709.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home is serving the Wetzler Family.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, January 06, 2011.

Charles Clifton Blackwell

JEFFERSON — Charles Clifton Blackwell, 72 died Dec. 26, 2010.

Memorial services were held at Mount Canaan Baptist Church, Jefferson with burial services following in the church cemetery.

Charles was born to the late K.C. and Carrie Louallen Blackwell in Chesterfield County, South Carolina on Sept. 29, 1938.

Charles was educated at the Shannon Training School in Jefferson, South Carolina. He was a faithful member of the Mount Canaan Baptist Church, serving as trustee and many other capacities when needed. He was a retired employee of Conbraco Industries in Pageland, South Carolina. After retiring from Conbraco, he occupied his time by operating a lawn care service.

He was preceded in death by a step daughter, Linda Blackwell Frazier.

Surviving is his wife, Wilhemenia Baker; two step sons, Gerald T. Baker (Valeria), Pageland, and Donald Baker of Florida; three sisters, Ethel B. Massey, Charlotte, NC, Jenette Miller and Dorothy Myers (Bill) both of Jefferson; four brothers, Willie Blackwell, Eddie Blackwell, Elijah Blackwell all of Jefferson and Cornell Blackwell, Charlotte, N.C.; grandchildren, great grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.

Flemming Funeral Home-Pageland was in charge of the arrangements. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, January 06, 2011.

Hannah Hill Funderburk

PAGELAND — Hannah Hill Funderburk, 89, died Jan. 1, 2011.

Memorial services were held Jan. 3, at Liberty Hill Baptist Church at 4 p.m.

Mrs. Funderburk was born Aug. 16, 1921 in Belpre, Ohio, a daughter of the late Joseph Frederick Hill, DDS and Mary Margaret Simpson Hill. She was a graduate of Salem College in Salem, WV, where she received her BA degree in Library Science, and also did graduate work at the University of South Carolina at Lancaster. Mrs. Funderburk was librarian at Buford Elementary School in Lancaster County, from 1968 – 1975, and was an English teacher at Central High School in Pageland, from 1975 – 1982. She was a member and former Sunday School teacher at Liberty Hill Baptist Church and was a former member and Sunday School teacher at First Baptist Church Pageland. She was also a member and past President of the American Legion Auxiliary.

In addition to her parents, Hannah was preceded in death by her husband, Dr. Guy B. Funderburk and by her older brother, Col. James J. Hill

Surviving is her daughter, Mary Sloane Funderburk of Pageland; brother, Col. Harold T. “Hal” Hill of Tampa, FL; a host of grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

Memories may be made to Hospice of Chesterfield County, P.O. Box 293, Chesterfield, 29709

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home of Chesterfield.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, January 06, 2011.

Nellie Keith Therrell

PATRICK — Nellie Keith Therrell, 79, died Dec. 28, 2010.

Funeral services were held Dec. 30 at Harris Creek Baptist Church with internment to follow in the church cemetery. The family held visitation at the home on Dec. 29.

Mrs. Therrell was born Feb. 22, 1931 in Chesterfield County, a daughter of the late Paul and Nora Brown Hodges. She was a former Fire Tower Operator with Sandhills Forestry and retired owner and operator of Keith Grocery. She attended Children’s Baptist Church.

She was preceded in death her parents; her first husband Willard Keith; two daughters, Joyce Keith and Connie Roberts; two grandchildren, Travis and Carrie Winburn; stepdaughter, Lynn Smith; and by four brothers, Edward, Bill, Earl, and James Hodges.

Surviving are her husband Lloyd Therrell of the home; two sons: Gary (Peggy) Keith of Raleigh, NC and Kevin Keith of Patrick; one daughter: Peggy K. (Roy) Winburn of Patrick; one stepson: Ricky (Kay) Therrell of Gaffney; one stepdaughter: Lori (Joe) Hamlin of Vermont; one brother Donald (Margaret) Hodges of Hartsville; one sister Sara Lee of Scranton, S.C.; 13 Grandchildren, 7 Great Grandchildren, 6 Step Grandchildren and 3 Step Great Grandchildren.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home of Chesterfield is serving the Therrell Family.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, January 06, 2011.

Elaine Moore Lee

CHERAW —- Elaine Moore Lee, 74, Dec. 15, 2010.

Funeral services were held Dec. 18 in the Chapel of Leavitt Funeral Home in Wadesboro, N.C., with the Rev. Doug Anderson officiating. Interment followed at Pleasant Hill Cemetery, McFarlan, N.C.

The family held visitation Dec. at the funeral home and at other times at the home.

Elaine was born in Chesterfield County, on April 3, 1936, a daughter of the late Graham M. and Alice Mitchell Moore. She was retired from West Knitting Mills and was a member of Pleasant Hill United Methodist Church, McFarlan.

Surviving are her children, Mitchell (Sonya) Lee of Cheraw, S.C., Ronnie (Neva) Lee of Polkton, N.C., Debbie Bryant of Cheraw, S.C., Alice Warwick of Chesterfield, S.C., and Diane (Jerry) Timmons of McFarlan; 13 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents, her husband, Price Lee preceded her in death.

Memorials may be made to Pleasant Hill Cemetery Fund, c/o Becky Nelson, P.O. Box 13, McFarlan, N.C., 28102.

Leavitt Funeral Home in Wadesboro, N.C. was in charge of the arrangements. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, January 06, 2011.

Darrell Crawford

CHESTERFIELD — Darrell Crawford, 46, died Dec. 17, 2010.

Funeral services were held at 3:00 p.m. at Drucilla A.M.E. Zion Church, Chesterfield.

Mr. Crawford was born June 22, 1964, son of the late Daisy Robinson Crawford and Paul Crawford. He has been a resident at Autumn Care for some years.

He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, John and Mary Robinson and his paternal grandmother, Sally Crawford.

Surviving is his father, Paul Crawford and stepmother, Bernice of Baltimore, MD; sisters, Gloria (Johnny) Phillips of Fayetteville, NC and Kim Adams of Landis, NC; brothers, Eddie Dewayne (Nicole) Hughes of Jacksonville, NC, Ronald (Dorothy) Hughes of Chesterfield, Tyrone M. (Rochelle) Crawford of Salisbury, NC and Bryone Keith “Tony” (Lee Ann) of Omaha, NE, aunts, uncles and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Grooms Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, January 06, 2011.

LaBruce Teal Bedenbaugh

CHESTERFIELD — LaBruce Teal Bedenbaugh, 91, died Dec. 29, 2010.

Memorial services were held Jan. 2, at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home Chapel. The family held visitation, the Sunday prior to the service at the Funeral Home.

Mrs. Bedenbaugh was born May 5, 1919 in Chesterfield, a daughter of the late Tyler Cleveland and Annie Jane Quick Teal. She was a graduate of Cheraw High School and a homemaker. Mrs. Bedenbaugh was a member of the First Southern Methodist Church, where she was a former Sunday School Teacher, and was former President of the Clemson Extension Homemakers Council. She enjoyed painting, spending time at the beach, making crafts, cooking, and growing and arranging flowers.

In addition to her parents, LaBruce was preceded in death by her husband, Roland Bedenbaugh; a son, Ervin Bedenbaugh; 3 brothers, Basil, Dan, and Robert Teal; and by 2 sisters, Myrtle Barfield, and Doris Gardner.

Surviving are her son Denny R. (Kay) Bedenbaugh of Chesterfield; two grandchildren, Scott (Lisa) Bedenbaugh of Monroe, GA, and Leslie R. Bedenbaugh of Bennettsville; a great grandson Zachery; and a number of nieces and nephews.

Memorials may be made to Hospice of Chesterfield County, P.O Box 293, Chesterfield, 29709 or Chesterfield County Relay For Life, c/o Kathy Treadaway, 275 Forest Rd., Cheraw, SC 29520.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home of Chesterfield is serving the Bedenbaugh Family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, January 06, 2011.

Danny Worth Johnson

CHESTERFIELD —- Danny Worth Johnson, 59, died Dec. 26, 2010.

Memorial services were held Jan. 1, 2011 at the home of Jeff Mullis and Kimberly Collins, Chesterfield and Jan. 2 at Christian Fellowship Mission, McGrady, NC.

Mr. Johnson was born May 26, 1951, in North Wilkesboro, NC a son of the late Vernon Worth and Plina Beatrice Ballard Johnson. He was a former employee of Parkdale Mills and Cookson Rolling Doors. Danny was a member of Zion Baptist Church in Gastonia, NC

Surviving are his wife Lynne Helms Mullis, of the home; two stepsons: Jeff Mullis of Chesterfield and Bobby Mullis of Cheraw; two step grandchildren, Jessi and Jason Mullis; one brother Michael Vernon (Shelby) Johnson of Gastonia, NC; one sister Nancy (Dean) Stamper of McGrady, NC

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home of Chesterfield was in charge of the arrangements. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, January 06, 2011.

Shenandorh Crosby Louallen Raley

JEFFERSON — Rev. Shenandorh Crosby Louallen Raley, 85, died Dec. 21, 2010.

Memorial services were held, Dec. 27 at Morning Star Holiness Church, Jefferson with burial following in the church cemetery.

Rev. Shenandorh Crosby Louallen Raley was a daughter of the late Walter and Overseer Bonnie Miller Louallen on Feb. 18, 1925 in Chesterfield County, South Carolina. Sh received her cosmetology license from the Devaux Cosmetology School in 1961 and opened the Happy Hill Beauty Salon serving the community for thirty years. She also served as assistant pastor of the Morning Star Holiness Church, Jefferson, She served on several auxiliaries; church secretary, youth Sunday school teacher and founded the Starlight Gospel Singers.

She was preceded in death by a son, Avlon Truesdale; brothers, Henry Louallen, Arthur Louallen, and P.T. Louallen.

Surviving is husband, Holden Raley; sons, Frank (Doris) Truesdale, Charlotte, NC, Davey (Shelia) Truesdale, Odell (Mexie) Truesdale, and Joseph (Delphine) Truesdale, all of Pageland; daughters, Lendora (James) Huntley, Loves Ellis, both of Jefferson, Eleanor (Rev. Willie) Brinkley, Travelers Rest, and Aster Truesdale; brothers, Rev. Moses (Beulah) Louallen, Jefferson, and Alvin (Pastor Shantell) Louallen, Baltimore, MD; sister, Min. Lizzie Brown, Washington, DC; grandchildren, great grandchildren; great great grandchild; god sons, two god daughters, caregiver, and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, January 06, 2011.

Linda Rose Johnson Price

JEFFERSON — Linda Rose Johnson Price, 64, died Dec. 29, 2010 at her home.

Funeral services were held Jan. 2 at Antioch Baptist Church with internment in the church cemetery. The family held visitation prior to the service.

Mrs. Price was born Jan. 10, 1946 in Jefferson, a daughter of the late Burkett Cabanna and Rosa Alice Poston Johnson. She was a homemaker.

In addition to her parents Linda was preceded in death by her husband Robert Bruce Price and two brothers, Heyward and Perry Johnson.

Surviving are four brothers: Harold (Jackie) Johnson of Lugoff, SC, Gerald (Ola Faye) Johnson and Glenn (Alice) Johnson all of Jefferson, and Ronnie (Shirley) Johnson of Pageland; two sisters: Sybil Kirkley of Jefferson and Mary Lou (George) Watkins of Rembert, SC; also many Nieces and Nephews

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home is serving the Price Family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, January 06, 2011.

Betty Lou Johnson

CHERAW — Betty Lou Johnson, 69, died Jan. 3, 2011.

A memorial service will be held 2:00 p.m. Jan. 6, at Kiser Funeral Home, Cheraw.

Betty was born in Shelby, NC a daughter of the late Cloyd H. and Edelweiss Jones Godfrey.

Surviving are her sons, James E. “Chuck” (Elizabeth) Braswell, Jr. of Concord, N.C., Jody Lee (Vickie) Braswell of Cheraw; a daughter, Tammie Braswell Johnson of Cheraw; a brother, Sonny Cloyd (Donna) Godfrey of Concord, N.C.; and a sister, Dorothy Ann Bolyard of Terra Alta, WV; grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents listed above, a daughter, Buffi Sue Braswell and a sister, Helen Schlegel.

Memorial to: Betty Lou Johnson Memorial Fund, c/o Founders Federal Credit Union, 2599 Hwy. 9, Cheraw, 29520.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, January 06, 2011.

Bessie Hewitt White

CHERAW — Bessie Hewitt White, 83, did Dec. 14, 2010.

Mrs. White was born April 12, 1927 to the late Columbus and Mamie McLane Hewitt.

Services were held Dec. 14 at Flemming Funeral Chapel, Cheraw. Committal and interment followed at Brocks Mill Baptist Church Cemetery, Cheraw.

She is survived by: sons, Grady White, Jr., Tabor City, NC, David White, Huntersville, NC, Jimmy White, Charlotte, NC, Ronald White, Sr., Charlotte, NC; daughter, Darlene Anderson, Patrick, sister, Maude Weaver, Cheraw.

Flemming Funeral Home-Cheraw was in charge of the arrangements. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, January 06, 2011.

Hannah Hill Funderburk

PAGELAND – Hannah Hill Funderburk, 89, died Jan. 1, 2011.

Memorial services were held Jan. 3 at Liberty Hill Baptist Church. Visitation followed the memorial service in the church.

Mrs. Funderburk was born August 16, 1921 in Belpre, Ohio, a daughter of the late Joseph Frederick Hill, DDS and Mary Margaret Simpson Hill. She was a graduate of Salem College in Salem, WV, where she received her BA degree in Library Science, and also did graduate work at the University of South Carolina at Lancaster. She was librarian at Buford Elementary School in Lancaster County, from 1968-1975, and was an English teacher at Central High School in Pageland, from 1975-1982. She was a member and former Sunday School teacher at Liberty Hill Baptist Church and was a former member and Sunday School teacher at First Baptist Church Pageland. She was also a member and past President of the American Legion Auxiliary. She enjoyed singing, reading, knitting, and sewing. In addition to her parents.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Dr. Guy B. Funderburk and by her older brother, Col. James J. Hill.

Surviving are a daughter, Mary Sloane Funderburk of Pageland; brother: Col. Harold T. “Hal” Hill of Tampa, FL; daughter of the heart, Tammy M. Funderburk and granddaughter of the heart, Zoe Aribella Funderburk of High Point, NC; beloved Granddogs, Gracie and Angus; three Step Daughters, Gail F. Beasley, Judy F. Foundtain, and Betty Dare F. (Robert) Stefanich; step son, Dr. David (Betty) Funderburk; nine step grandchildren and numerous step great grandchildren; nieces and nephews, Rev. H. J. Winburn, Arlon (Diane) Winburn, Rev. Harold Wade Winburn, Jimmy (Pam) Funderburk, Jerry (Pat) Funderburk, Joe (Gill) Hill, Barbara Funderburk, and Joaquina (Edwin) Zacharias; also other Children of the Heart, Pam Jordan, Nina and Charles Sawyer, and Mark Hester.

Memorials may be made to Hospice of Chesterfield County, P.O. Box 293, Chesterfield, SC 29709

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home of Chesterfield served the Funderburk family.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, January 13, 2011.

Callie Mae Moore Kelly

JEFFERSON – Callie Mae Moore Kelly, 76, died Dec. 30, 2010.

A homecoming celebration was held Jan. 6 at Rock Hill A.M.E. Zion Church Pageland with burial following in the church cemetery.

Mrs. Callie Mae Moore Kelly was born Sept. 8, 1934, a daughter of the late Oscar and Nellie Lockhart. She was educated in the Chesterfield County public school system. She was a faithful member of Rock Hill AME Zion Church in Pageland.

She was preceded in death by her husband, J.C. Kelly.

Surviving are five daughters, Gwenda A. Landers of Mt. Croghan, Sherbby A. Gilliam (Terry), Jefferson, Jeanie A. Craig (Odell), Lancaster, Tammy A. Rudisell (Lannie), Charleston, SC and Melissa R. King, (Wilma Jr.) of the home; three brothers, Gene Moore (Lizzie), Pageland, SC, Jimmie L. Moore (Maretta), Kershaw, SC and Louis S. Moore (Wanda), Marshville, NC; three sisters, Theresa Williams, Jefferson, SC, Ella Mae McManus (Elbert), Pageland, SC and Rev. Dreamer A. Chambers, Jefferson, SC; two aunts, Tressie L. Moore, Pageland, SC and Georgia Buchanan, New York; an uncle, Matthew Lockhart, Pageland, SC; fourteen grandchildren and four great grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Flemming Funeral Home-Pageland was in charge.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, January 13, 2011.

1. T. Tucker

PATRICK – W. T. Tucker, 65, Jan. 1, 2011.

Funeral services were held Jan. 4 at Patrick Baptist Church with internment following in the Patrick Cemetery. The family held visitation Jan. 3 at the home.

Mr. Tucker was born March 13, 1945, in Patrick, a son of the late Emma Tucker and Wade Thompson Hendrix. He was a retired employee of McLain Auto Salvage and was an avid fisherman. W. T. attended Patrick Baptist Church.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his wife, Mary Theo Jordan Tucker; a brother, Willis Tucker; and sisters, Caroline Lucille Tucker and Betty T. O’Neal.

Surviving are his daughters, Amy D. Hedrick of Lexington, NC and Christy Tolson of Columbia; two step daughters, Michelle Kirk and Stephanie Rackley both of Lexington, NC; 11 grandchildren and three great grandchildren; brother, Earl Tucker of Polkton, NC; sisters: Ola Bee Polson, Helen Freeman, and Debbie Tucker all of Patrick and Janie Lou Fratus of Cheraw; ,other-in-law, Mary Sue Jordan of Patrick.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home of Chesterfield served the Tucker Family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, January 13, 2011.

 Lee Pickens Baker

HARTSVILLE – Lee Pickens Baker, 45, died Jan. 06, 2011.

Funeral services were held Jan. 8 in the chapel of Belk Funeral Home with burial following in Grove Hill Cemetery.

Lee was born in Florence County, son of Kenneth Baker and Mary Elizabeth Cely Carlson. He was a 1983 graduate of St. John’s High School, a 1993 graduate of Francis Marion University and was a supervisor with Stanley Tools of Cheraw.

Lee was preceded in death by a brother, D. Kenneth Baker, Jr.

Surviving in addition to his father of Darlington and mother of Florence, are his step-father, Raymond Carlson, Florence; his wife, Lisa McCaskill Baker of Hartsville; son, Derrick Kenneth Baker, II, also of Hartsville; brother, Brad (Lynn) Baker of Lexington and sister, Cely Anne (Greg) Brigman of Darlington; also, six nieces and nephews.

Memorials are suggested to the Ken Baker, Jr. Memorial Scholarship Fund, c/o 122 Wyandot Street, Darlington, SC. 29532. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, January 13, 2011.

William Thompson Clinkscales, Sr.

WALLACE – William Thompson Clinkscales, Sr., 86, died Dec. 20, 2010 at McLeod Regional Medical Center.

Funeral services were held Dec. 22 at Wallace Baptist Church with burial at Chatham Hill Memorial Gardens.

Born in Abbeville County, he was the son of the late Paul and Lula McClain Clinkscales. He was a member of Wallace Baptist Church and was retired after 40 years as a Supervisor with Delta Mills and J.P. Stevens Co. He was at WWII veteran and served in the US Air Force.

He is survived by his wife, Thelma Seals Clinkscales of the home; children, William T. Clinkscales , Jr. and his wife, Lisa and Timmy Clinkscales, all of Wallace; Martha Hester and her husband, Larry of Rock Hill; and Cindi Brigman and her husband, Charles and Don Clinkscales, all of Cheraw; and nine grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

Memorials may be made to Wallace Baptist Church, 4174 Hwy 1 North, Wallace , SC 29596.

Kiser Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, January 13, 2011.

Tommy Bruce Clark

DARLINGTON – Tommy Bruce Clark, 63, died Jan. 9, 2011.

Funeral Arrangements are incomplete at this time and will be announced by the Miller-Rivers-

Caulder Funeral Home of Chesterfield served the Clark family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, January 13, 2011.

Louise Crowley Carlson

CHERAW — Louise Crowley Carlson, 69, died Jan. 16, 2011 at her home.

Funeral services were held Jan. 19 at Cheraw Family Worship Center with internment following in Chatham Hill Memorial Gardens. The family held visitation Jan. 18 at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home.

Carlson was born May 4, 1941 in Cheraw, a daughter of the late Roger William and Truletta Biles Crowley. She was a homemaker and a faithful member of the Cheraw Family Worship Center. She enjoyed going to Church and being with her Church Family. Louise also loved spending time with her Family and enjoyed being with all her friends.

Louise was preceded in death by her parents; and three brothers, Roger, Woodrow, and Glen Crowley.

Surviving are her husband: Raymond A. “Ray” Carlson of the home; one son: Kenny (Julie) Sellers of Cheraw; one daughter: Debbie Williams of Cheraw; two stepsons: Lorne (Jodi) Carlson of Myrtle Beach and David (Tina) Carlson of Cheraw; two brothers: Jimmy Crowley of Charlotte, N.C. and David Crowley of Fair Haven, MA; one sister: Junene Kaltwang of Cheraw; four grandchildren: Hanna (Shaun) Leviner, Brice Williams, Adam (Sasha) Sellers, and Casey (Jana) Sellers; three great grandchildren: Landon and Hunter Sellers and Tierni Leviner; six step grandchildren: Ryan, Steven, McKenzie, Nicole, and Jessie Carlson and McKayla Boone.

Memorials may be made to the Cheraw Family Worship Center “Building Fund” 3050 Hwy 9, Cheraw, SC 29520.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home of Chesterfield is serving the Carlson Family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, January 20, 2011.

Bobby Leon Davis

WALLACE – Mr. Bobby Leon Davis, 64, died Jan. 14, 2011.

Funeral services were held at 1 p.m. Jan. 19, 2011 at Saint James Freewill Holiness Church.

Mr. Davis was born on Oct. 25, 1946 to the late Prince and Annie Mae Davis. He was a member of Level Green United Methodist Church. He received his education in the Marlboro County School System. He worked at Cheraw Brick Works for many years and Turner Construction Co. He was married to Mrs. Nancy Jean Davis and to this union they were blessed with four children.

Bobby was preceded in death by thirteen brothers and five sisters.

Surviving are two daughters, Kimberly (Russell) Garner and Stephanie Davis, all of Wallace; sons Bobby (Angela) Davis Jr. of Norfolk, Virginia and Christopher (Jessica) Davis of Wallace; five grandchildren; brother, Jerome (Queen-Ester) Davis of Bennettsville; sisters, Gussie Mae Hutchinson of Brooklyn, N.Y., Deloris (Mayso) Sapp, Daisy (Alphonso) Fellows, Patricia Baker all of Smithville, N.C.

Grooms Funeral home serviced the Davis family.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, January 20, 2011.

Tommy F. Stogner

2011. CROGHAN — Tommy F. Stogner died Jan. 11, 2011.

      Funeral services were held Jan. 15 at Fairview Baptist Church with burial following in the church cemetery. Visitation was held Jan. 14 at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home.

      Stogner was born in Jefferson, a son of the late Benjamin and Nellie Wallace Stogner. He was a graduate of Jefferson High School Class of 1962 and was a retired employee with the Chesterfield County Road Department. He was a U.S. Army Veteran and an avid fisherman. Tommy was a former Dixie Youth Baseball Coach and a boys and girls softball coach with 25 years of service. He was a member of Fairview Baptist Church where he served as RA Leader and Sunday School Teacher.

      He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Billy Stogner.

      Surviving are his wife, Darlene Oliver Stogner of the home; sons, Tommy Stogner, II of the home and Timmy (Kim) Stogner of Owensboro, K.Y.; brother, Bobby (Elaine) Stogner of Cheraw; sisters, Peggy Oliver of Jefferson, Betty Gainey and Georgia (Wade) Hurley of Cheraw; grandchildren, great grandchild. Many other loving family members and family.

      Memorials may be made to Hospice of Chesterfield County, P.O. Box 293, Chesterfield, S.C. 29709 or Fairview Baptist Church “Trophey Case Fund”, c/o Stacy Jenkins, 6178 Airport Rd., Mt. Croghan, S.C. 29727

      Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, January 20, 2011.

Annie Melton Stafford

ROCKINGHAM — Annie Melton Stafford died Jan. 10, 2011. 

Funeral services were held Jan. 14 at Cobb Memorial Baptist Church with interment following in Richmond Memorial Park.  The family received friends Jan. 13 at Cobb Memorial Baptist Church. 

Stafford was born Nov. 15, 1916 in Chesterfield County, a daughter of the late Theodore and Cora Melton.  She was a homemaker and a member of Cobb Memorial Baptist Church for sixty eight years. 

She was preceded in death by her husband, Johnnie Stafford and two brothers, Thurman and Mae Melton.

Surviving are two sons, John Henry Stafford (Carol) and Jerry Stafford (Dianne), all of Rockingham N.C.; two daughters, Juanita Conner (Brooks) Red of Statesville, N.C.; Jean Brown of the home; grandchildren, great grandchildren; brothers, T.L. Melton of Rockingham, N.C,; Rudolph Melton of Bennettsville, and Graylon Melton of Blythe, CA; sister, Bibb Cassidy of Cheraw.

Memorials may be made to Community Home Care & Hospice, 1015 Fayetteville Rd. Suite A, Rockingham,  NC  28379.

Watson-King Funeral Home in Rockingham, N.C. was in charge of the arrangements.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, January 20, 2011.

James T. Harrington

CHERAW — James T. Harrington, 85, died Jan. 12, 2011 at the Chesterfield Convalescent Center after his battle with a terminal illness.

A Homegoing celebration was held Jan. 16 at Mt. Hebron A.M.E. Zion Church with internment following at Fisher Hill Cemetery.

James T. Harrington, known as “Tit”, was born August 5, 1925 to the late Mr. James Harrington and Mrs. Sue Easterling Harrington. He was born in Marlboro County and attended Ebenezer Church in Wallace with his parents and siblings in his younger years. As a youth, he attended public school in Wallace, and later began working in the Pulp Wood Industry where he made his career as a Logger. He enjoyed meeting new people and making all around him laugh. He enjoyed listening to country music on the radio and sitting outside enjoying the company of his neighbors and special friend Ms. Laura Mae James. He always had colorful phrases such as “Gred June”, “Honey Hush, Hush Honey” and the infamous “I’m Tit and that’s It!”

He was preceded in death by his wife, Ollie Mae Bloomfield after they were married for 43 years; by two sisters, four brothers, and a step-mother.

Surviving are a son: James (Josephine) Harrington; a daughter: Dianne Harrington; five grand-children: LaTrice Hailey, Tiffini Harrington, Denise Bethea, Detrick Harrington, DeMorris James Harrington; a special grandson Roland “LaVel” Bethea; eleven great-grand children: Makeea, Bre, Lyric, Myesha, BreDaisia, Keynia, Dijon, Eris, Demaisia, Kyrek, Shamora; a sister Elsie Williams; eight additional sisters, four step-sisters, three step-brothers a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Grooms Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, January 20, 2011.

Bonnie Mae Quick McQueen

WALLACE — Bonnie Mae Quick McQueen, 81, died Jan.12, 2011 at her home.  Funeral services were held Jan. 16, at Ebenezer United Methodist Church with burial following in the church cemetery. 

McQueen was born in Marlboro County, the daughter of the late Rev. Clyde and Alma Grant Quick.  She had served as a retired teacher’s aide in the Wallace Schools and Bennettsville Middle School.  She was an active member of Ebenezer United Methodist Church.

Surviving are her husband, Julian McQueen of the home; sons, John Robert Hall and Joseph Livington Hall, both of Wallace, and William Kellon Hall and his wife, Melanie of Cheraw; seven grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

Norton Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, January 20, 2011.

Shirley Ann Moore

CHERAW — Shirley Ann Moore, 68 died Jan. 12, 2011 at Carolina Hospital System.

A Celebration of life ceremony was held Jan. 16 at the Word of Life Fellowship. Interment was in the Shirley Ann Moore was born Nov. 18, 1950 in Chesterfield County, the daughter of the late Jasper Moore and Gladys Small Moore. She was educated in the public schools of Chesterfield and is a graduate of Long Jr. High School. Shirley enjoyed growing all kinds of plants. She loved her dog Coco. Shirley was a born again Christian and a member of Word of Life Fellowship.

She was preceded in death by a son, Marvin Roundtree; two brothers: Bobby Moore and Charles Moore and grandmother Nezzie Small.

Surviving are her mother Gladys Moore of Cheraw; daughters: Angel Brown of Cheraw and Latasha Moore of Brooklyn, N.Y.; a son Corey Moore of Brooklyn, N.Y.; four grandchildren: Mynesha Brown, Jamal Brown, Xavier Rivers and Trinity Smith; one great grandchild Amya Easterling; other relatives include Yvonne Moore, Pearlina Moore, Larry Moore, Julius Dove and Samuel Moore, a host of nieces, nephews cousins and friends.

Grooms Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, January 20, 2011.

Ricky “Slick Rick” McMillan

JEFFERSON — Ricky “Slick Rick” McMillan, 59, died Jan. 10, 2011 at his home.

A homegoing celebration was held Jan. 16 at Hopewell United Methodist Church with burial following in the church cemetery.

 Ricky “Slick Rick” McMillan was born in Jefferson, on August 22, 1951 to the late Frank and Elsie Caudle McMillan. He was educated in Chesterfield County public schools and was a member of Hopewell United Methodist Church in Jefferson. He joined the United States Army in 1972 and served nine years as a power generator and wheel vehicle mechanic.

He was preceded in death by two brothers, Frank McMillan, Jr. and Samuel L. McMillan.

Surviving are four brothers, Daron McMillan of Jefferson, John F. Caudle of Lancaster, Tony Caudle (Keatra) of Charlotte, N.C. and Michael A. Caudle (Kyra) of Washington, DC; three sisters, Dolores McMillan of the home, Eva C. Jowers of Spartanburg and Tammy Caudle of McBee; an aunt, Gail Blakeney (Chuckey) of Lancaster; two uncles, Sim McMillan (Roberta) and Marshall Miller both of Jefferson; a special niece, Shambria Vinson of the home; a special great niece, Ta’Jasyia Beauford of the home; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Flemming Funeral Home of Pageland was in charge of the arrangements.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, January 20, 2011.

Mary Ellen Eddins Davis

CHESTERFIELD — Mary Ellen Eddins Davis, 88, died Jan. 10, 2011.

Funeral services were held Jan. 15 at Miller Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home Chapel with burial following in David’s Grove Baptist Church Cemetery. Visitation was held Jan. 14 Miller Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home.

Mrs. Davis was born July 31, 1922 in Chesterfield, S.C., a daughter of the late Dollie Ailene Eddins Adams. She was a homemaker and a member of David’s Grove Baptist Church.

In addition to her mother, Mary Ellen was also preceded in death by her husband, Daniel Franklin Davis; two sons, Danny and Roger Davis; a brother, Bradley Roman Adams; and by sisters, Julia Arie Adams and Sheba Rebecca Curtis.

Surviving are daughters, Deborah (Gerald) Rorie of Wadesboro, N.C. and Diane (Harold) Long of Chesterfield, also grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, January 20, 2011.

Leon A. “Bubber” Gulledge, Jr.

RUBY — Leon A. “Bubber” Gulledge, Jr., 74, died Jan. 16, 2011.

Funeral services were held Jan. 19 at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home Chapel with internment following in the Thompson Creek Baptist Church Cemetery. The family held visitation Jan. 18 at the funeral home.

Gulledge was born July 5, 1936 in Ruby, a son of the late Leon Alford “Sweet” and Bessie Allen Gulledge. He was a retired employee of the SC DOT and a U.S. Air Force Veteran. He was a member of Clanton Plains Baptist Church and enjoyed hunting, fishing, riding, and loafing, and was a long time member of the Ruby Hunting Club.

Surviving are his wife Emma Jean Austin Gulledge of the home; three sons: Rev. Randy (Margaret) Gulledge of Hartsville, Grady (Kim) Gulledge of Ruby and Ricky (April) Gulledge of Charlotte, N.C.; eight grandchildren: Clint, Beth, Sandi, Bridget, Liberty, Micheal and Hannah Gulledge and Stephanie Adams; two brothers: Wayne Gulledge of Concord, N.C., and Alan Gulledge of Ruby; one sister: Margaret Deese of Ruby.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, January 20, 2011.

Darrell Lee Watts

CHERAW — Darrell Lee Watts, 70, died Jan. 13, 2011.

Funeral services were held Jan. 16 at Calvary Baptist Church in Jefferson with burial following in the church cemetery. Visitation was held prior to the service in the church fellowship hall.

Watts was born November 4, 1940 in Pageland, a son of the late Johnny A. and Mae Rollins Watts. He was a graduate of Pageland High School and a retired carpenter. He was a charter member of Calvary Baptist Church and enjoyed model railroads and working word puzzles.

Darrell was preceded in death by his parents; a grandson, Benjamin Watts; and by sisters, Lucille Funderburk, and Hattie McManus.

Surviving are sons, Steven (Evelyn) Watts and Doug Watts of Jefferson, and Ricky Watts of Pageland; brothers Willie Watson and Carson Watts both of Alton, N.C.; sister, Martha Wright of Rock Hill; grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, January 20, 2011.

Roy Thomas Bullard

CHESTERFIELD — Roy Thomas Bullard, 56, died Jan. 10, 2011.

Funeral services were held Jan. 13 at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home Chapel with burial following at Oakland Baptist Church cemetery. Visitation was held at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home prior to the service.

Bullard was born Jan. 23, 1954 in Union County, N.C., a son of the late Gadi and Beulah Kissiah Bullard.

Roy was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, J.T. and Carson Pigg; and by a sister, Faye O’Neal

Surviving are brothers, Ben Pigg and Darrell Pigg of Kannapolis, N.C.; sisters, Carolyn Beam and Barbara Huneycutt of Kannapolis, N.C. and Judy Harper of Lancaster, an aunt and several cousins.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, January 20, 2011.

Leo Edward  “Gabby” Norris

WALLACE — Leo Edward “Gabby” Norris, 87, died Jan. 6, 2011.

Funeral services were held Jan. 10 at the Cheraw Church of God. A burial with full military honor followed in Greenlawn Memorial Park in Dillon.

Born in Lumberton, NC he was a son of the late Roland Thomas and Nellie B. Rowell Norris and a member of Cheraw Church of God. He was a World War II Veteran who participated in the Normandy Invasion. He was a recipient of a Purple Heart, 2 Bronze Stars and 2 Silver Stars. He was honored with the Jubilee of Liberty Medal. He was a founding member of AM Vets Post #177 and was a member of the American Legion. He was a former pilot and a member of the Civil Air Patrol. He was a former pro signee of the St. Louis Cardinals (Catcher). He enjoyed fishing, hunting, Atlanta Braves Baseball, wood working, and acrylic painting. He was a former owner of a textile business and was an interior decorator.

He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, William Lester Norris; sisters, Rosa-line Norris Hodges, Annie Mae Norris and a great grandchild, Rebecca Jeffords Norris.
Surviving are his wife of 68 years, Mary Lillian Baxley Norris of Wallace; sons, Jimmy Leo (Ann) Norris of Wallace, William “Billy Lester (Gail) Norris of Wallace; daughters, Cathy N. (Randy) Leviner of Cheraw, Teresa N. (Mark) Rivers of Florence; grandchildren, Sherrye and Alley Jackson, Jamie and Brooke Norris, Rev. Billy and Beth Norris, Matt Norris, Rev. Kevin and Kathy D. Rummage, Ms. Jill Rummage, Hannah Faith Rivers; step-grandchild, Catherine Renee Van Derpoel, great grandchildren, Lindsay Jackson, Charlotte Jackson, Anna Norris, Evan Norris, RaeLeigh Norris, Joseph Norris, Betsy Norris, Chris Norris, Bryan Norris, Mikaila Rummage, Madison Rummage, Micah Rummage, step-grandchildren, Ethan H. VanDerpoel, Nicholas Randon VanDerpoel, nephews Roland Hodges and Rev. Verson Hodges, Jr.

Memorials may be made to Hospice of Chesterfield County, PO Box 293, Chesterfield, SC 29709.

Kiser Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, January 20, 2011.

Georgia Covington Jenkins

DURHAM, N.C. – Georgia Covington Jenkins, 82, died Jan. 12, 2011.

Georgia was born July 31, 1928 in Chesterfield to John and Violet Rivers Covington. She attended Chesterfield County public schools. She was converted to an early age and joined Oro United Methodist Church in Pageland where she attended until she moved to Durham, N.C. She worked as a CNA and also worked at Burlington Mills many years before retiring.

Georgia was preceded in death by three sons, four brothers, four nieces and three nephews. She is survived by Dwight Herron of Durham, N.C.; daughter, Marlene (Joseph) Drummond; brother, Bill Covington of Durham, N.C.; nieces, nephews and grandchildren and a host of other relatives.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, January 27, 2011.

Birthenia Davis

CHERAW – Ms. Birthenia “Bert” Davis, 45, died Jan. 16, 2011.

Funeral services were Jan. 22, at 1 p.m. at Salem Baptist Church, Chesterfield. Burial was held at Chesterfield Community Cemetery, Chesterfield.

Ms. Birthenia Davis, daughter of the late William and Clara Mae McDuffie Davis was born in Chesterfield County on May 7, 1965.

Birthenia is survived by her companion, Alphonso Melton, Cheraw; daughters, Natosha M. Davis and Allescia M. Melton of the home; son, Quamaine D. Davis of Oak Grove, KY; sister, Remonia Davis of Cheraw; brothers, Dwayne Davis and Christopher Eugene Davis of Cheraw; a sister-in-law, nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and a host of other relatives.

Flemming Funeral Home was in charge.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, January 27, 2011.

Mrs. Ethel Robinson Funderburk

PAGELAND – Ethel Robinson Funderburk died Jan. 15, 2011.

Services were held Jan. 19 at 2 p.m. at Oak Hill Missionary Baptist Church, Pageland.

Burial followed in the church cemetery.

Mrs. Ethel Robinson Funderburk, the daughter of the late Emmanuel and Leary Stacks Robinson was born on November 26, 1920 in Chesterfield County.

Ethel is survived by sons, Bobby Eugene Funderburk (Althá Mae) and George Washington Funderburk (Eliza) of Charlotte, N.C.; three sisters, Gladys McManus of

Charlotte, N.C., Leslie Samuel (James) and Mildred Robinson of Hartsville; fifteen grandchildren, twenty-four great grandchildren and fourteen great-great grandchildren; seven step grandchildren and eleven step great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews.

Ethel was devoted to the Arant family who treated her and her family like their own family.

Flemming Funeral Home-Pageland was in charge. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, January 27, 2011.

Jessie Lee Simmons

BENNETTSVILLE – Jessie (Gal) Lee Simmons, 56, died Jan. 12, 2011.

Funeral services were held Jan.18, 1 p.m. at Beaver Dam Baptist Church.

Jessie was born on March 31, 1954 in Marlboro County. She was the daughter of the late Ben Simmons, Jr. and Earline McCall Simmons. Jessie spent her early childhood in Wallace. She received her education in the public schools of Marlboro County.

Jessie was preceded in death by her sisters, Anna Lee Simmons, Mary Anna Simmons and her brother Ben Simmons, III and great granddaughter Angela Lynn Brown.

Survivors are daughter, Angela Annette Brown of Bennettsville; sons Michael Monraye (Darlene) Brown of Bennettsville; Shawn Jermaine (Lorine) Davis and Javonta Rohene (Cynthia) Davis of Cheraw; grandchildren; sisters, Janie M. (Charles) Watson of Bennettsville; Bessie M. (Walter) Kollock of Winston Salem, N.C. Earline Simmons of Spartanburg; Ethel L Locklear of Wallace; Joyce A. Lindsey of Fayetteville, N.C.; Carolyn D. Simmons of Spartanburg; Nursella (Gary) Nesbitt; brothers, Leo Simmons of Colorado Springs, CO; Oswald L. Simmons and Willie C. Simmons both of Wallace; and eleven grandchildren, ten great grandchildren, a host of other relatives and many friends.

Grooms Funeral home serviced the Simmons family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, January 27, 2011.

Jimmy L. “Buffalo” Fulton

LANCASTER – Mr. Jimmy L. “Buffalo” Fulton, 53, died Jan. 18, 2011.

Memorial services will be held at 12:00 P.M. Sunday, Jan. 30, 201l at the Fulton Residence, 482 Langley Road, Lancaster, S.C.

Mr. Fulton was born September 8, 1957, in Lancaster, a son of the late John Gideon and Addie Blair Smith Fulton. He was a brick mason and enjoyed riding horses.

Jimmy is survived by brothers, Lee (Evelyn) Fulton of Chesterfield; Joel “Rosey” (Debbie) Fulton of Lancaster; and Nathan H. “Doc” (Hattie) Fulton of Statesville, N.C.; sister, Margaret F. Starnes of Jefferson; also several nieces and nephews.

Memorials can be made to Hospice of Chesterfield County, P.O. Box 293, Chesterfield, S.C. 29709.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home of Chesterfield, SC (www.mrcfuneralhome.com) is serving the Fulton Family.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, January 27, 2011.

Mrs. Flora Belle Davis Campbell

CHESTERFIELD – Flora Belle Davis Campbell, 93, died Jan. 20, 2011.

Funeral services were held at 2 p.m., Jan. 22, at Zoar United Methodist Church, Cheraw, with burial in the Church cemetery following the service. The family received friends at the home of her daughter and son-in-law, Safrona and Jerry Finch.

Flora Belle was born in the Zoar Community of Chesterfield County Oct. 1, 1917, to Mary Jane “Mamie” Hunt and John Robert Davis, Sr. Shortly after graduating from Zoar High School, she married William Jerould Campbell. They were married for over fifty years, prior to Mr. Campbell’s death in Nov. 1985. Mrs. Campbell was a homemaker and loving wife and mother. She devoted much of her time to her Church, being a life-time member of Zoar United Methodist Church where she sang in the choir for over forty years. Mrs. Campbell was also a member of UMW. Mrs. Campbell was a resident of Palmetto Ridge Assisted Living Center, Cheraw, SC, for the past 14 years where she became a valued member of that community.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Zoar United Methodist Church Choir Fund or the Prayer Shaw Ministry Funds, 2842 Zoar Road, Cheraw, S.C. 29520. Memorials may also be made to Hospice of Chesterfield County, Post Office Box 293, Chesterfield, S.C. 29709.

Surviving are daughter, Safrona Campbell Finch, (Jerry) of Chesterfield; two grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Preceded her was, seven sisters and one brother.

The family has entrusted Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home with the arrangements.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, January 27, 2011.

James Harold Therrell

CHESTERFIELD – Mr. James Harold Therrell, age 74, died Jan. 21, 2011.

Funeral services were held at 3 p.m., Jan. 23, at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home Chapel. Burial followed in the Lower Macedonia Memorial Gardens. Family received family and friends from 2 p.m. – 3 p.m. Sun. prior to the service at the funeral home.

Mr. Therrell was born Jan. 8, 1937 in Chesterfield, a son of the late Paul and Pearl Brown Therrell. He has been a Chesco Family Member for over 20 years and was a member of Pine View Baptist Church.

Surviving are aunts, Ella Teal and Doris Lambert of Cheraw and Esther Terry of Rock Hill. Also, many cousins and his family at Ivy Home.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home of Chesterfield, SC  is serving the Therrell Family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, January 27, 2011.

Julius B. Short

PATRICK – Julius B. Short, 78, died Jan. 14, 2011

Graveside services were held Jan. 17 at Patrick Cemetery, visitation was held Jan. 16 at the Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home in Chesterfield.

Short was born September 19, 1932 in Ruby, SC a son of the late Lester Bart and Loney Elizabeth Steen Short. He was a retired millright and a U. S. Army Veteran. He was a former member of the Patrick Town Council and was a member of the Patrick Presbyterian Church. He enjoyed working in the garden, growing flowers, and helping others.

In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by a son, Donnie Short; a daughter, Doris Ann McLain; a grandson, Brad Stroud; a great grandson, Hunter Eason; five brothers, Sam, James, Farris, Gary, and Lee Burt Short; and by a sister, Allie Hoffman.

Surviving are his wife of 58 years, Vera Cassidy Short of the home; two daughters, Vivian S. (Rev. Michael) Cassidy of Cheraw and Viola S. (Gary) Blair of Patrick; five grandchildren, Ashley Brigman, Gary Blair, Ladonna Blair, Landon Blair Cassidy and Grant Blair Cassidy; three great grandchildren; a brother, Ray (Estelle) Short of Lancaster and a sister, Leila (Parvin) Eason of Ruby.

Miller Rivers Caulder Funeral Home of Chesterfield served the Short family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, January 27, 2011.

Larry Mitchael Cason

CHERAW – Larry Mitchael Cason, 60, died Jan. 7, 2011.

Funeral services were held Jan. 13 at Cheraw Family Worship with burial in Chatham Hill Memorial Gardens. The family received friends Jan. 12 at Kiser Funeral Home,

Cheraw.

Born in Bennettsville, he was the son of Azilee Odom Cason of Sevierville, TN and the late Furman “Banjo” Cason. He was the widower of Joanne Veronica Leviner

Cason and a member of Cheraw Family Worship. He drove a van for the church, was an usher, cook and took care of the offering. He enjoyed working on his Harley, was an avid motorcycle rider and also enjoyed tin sculpture and wood carving.

He enjoyed serving the Lord. He was a Veteran of the US Army and was retired from the South Carolina National Guard.

He was preceded in death by his father listed above and a brother, Chris Cason.

Surviving are his sons, John Murray Cason of Florence, Matthew Thomas (Becky) Cason of Society Hill; daughter, April Noel Cason of Cheraw; a grandchild, his mother listed above, his fiancée, Martha C. Presson of Ruby; brother, Rex W. Cason of Gulf Breeze, FL, sisters, Connie (Jerry) Rushing of Ruby; Casey (Bob) Davis of Sevierville, TN. Memorials to: Cheraw Family Worship, 3050 Hwy 9, Cheraw, SC 29520 or the charity of your choice.

Kiser Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, January 27, 2011.

Bobby Leon Davis

WALLACE – Bobby Leon Davis, 64, died Jan. 14, 2011.

Funeral services were held Jan. 19 at Saint James Freewill Holiness Church.

Davis was born on Oct. 25, 1946 to the late Prince and Annie Mae Davis. He was a member of Level Green United Methodist Church. He received his education in the Marlboro County School System. He worked at Cheraw Brick Works for many years and Turner Construction Co.

 He was married to Nancy Jean Davis and to this union they were blessed with four children.

He was preceded in death by thirteen brothers and five sisters.

Surviving are two daughters, Kimberly (Russell) Garner and Stephanie Davis, all of Wallace; sons Bobby (Angela) Davis Jr. of Norfolk, Virginia and Christopher (Jessica) Davis of Wallace; five grandchildren; brother, Jerome (Queen-Ester) Davis of Bennettsville; sisters, Gussie Mae Hutchinson of Brooklyn, N.Y., Deloris (Mayso) Sapp, Daisy (Alphonso) Fellows, Patricia Baker all of Smithville, N.C.

Grooms Funeral home serviced the Davis family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, January 27, 2011.

Barbara Ann Williamson

CHESTERFIELD – Ms. Barbara Ann Williamson age 70, died Jan. 23, 2011.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Ms. Williamson was born June 18, 1940 in Morven, N.C., a daughter of the late William Noah and Pauline Trexler Williamson. She was a graduate of Morven High School and a former payroll clerk with Weight Watchers. Barbara enjoyed gardening, reading, work word puzzles, and walking.

Barbara is survivied by sons, Tony Sellers of Chesterfield and William Perry Sellers, Jr. of Clarskville, TN; daughter, Judy (Tommy) Demby of Chesterfield; grandchildren and a grandchild; brothers, Harvey Williamson of Maryland, Lester Williamson of Morven, N.C. and Paulie Williamson of Columbia; sisters, Julia Moore of Wadesboro, N.C.; Mary Alice Shook of Spindale, N.C., and Patricia Baldis of Morven, N.C.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Williamson family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, February 3, 2011.

Clyde William Jordan, Sr.

CHERAW – Mr. Clyde William Jordan, Sr., age 77, died Jan. 23, 201.

Visitation was held from 2-3 p.m. Jan. 26, prior to the service at the Miller-River-Caulder Funeral Home.

Funeral services were held at 3 p.m. Jan. 26, at the funeral home chapel. Burial followed in the Faith Freewill Baptist Church Cemetery.

Mr. Jordan was born October 11, 1933 in Chesterfield, S.C., a son of the late Dallas and Beatrice Tarlton Jordan. He was a retired Furniture Craftsman. Clyde enjoyed fishing, gardening, and wood carving. In addition to his parents, Clyde was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Boan Jordan; and brothers, Roy, Elbert, and Charles Jordan.

Clyde is survived by son, Clyde (Julia) Jordan, Jr. of Cheraw; granddaughter; brother, Jerry (Margie) Jordan of Chesterfield; sisters, Eva (Charles) Evans and Dorothy Burr of Chesterfield.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home of served the Jordan Family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, February 3, 2011.

Gerald L. Knight

JEFFERSON – Mr. Gerald L. Knight, age 66, died Jan. 25, 2011.

Family received friends from 6-8 p.m. at Calvary Baptist Church

Funeral services were at 2 p.m., Jan. 28 at Calvary Baptist Church. Burial followed in the church cemetery.

Mr. Knight was born July 14, 1944 in Jefferson, S.C., a son of the late Boyd and Beulah Joplin Knight. He was a poultry supervisor, having worked with Cuddy Farms, Tar Hill Hatchery Circle S Ranch, and Griffin Farm Machine. Mr. Knight was a member and usher at Calvary Baptist Church. Gerald enjoyed gardening. In addition to his parents, Gerald was preceded in death by two brothers, Melvin and Mitchell Knight.

Gerald was survived by wife,Betty Terry Knight of the home; sons, Mike Knight of Mt. Croghan, and Anthony (Monica) Knight of Pageland; daughter, Linda Gayle (Jeff) McCarn of Jefferson; stepsons, stepdaughter, brother, Tony Knight of Darlington; sisters, Wincie Pethel of Kannapolis, N.C. and Ivey Woodle of Darlington; also fifteen granchildren.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Knight Family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, February 3, 2011.

Jerry Hazel Jordan

BURLINGTON, NC – Mr. Jerry Hazel Jordan, 69, died Jan. 23, 2011.

Visitation was from 6-8 p.m., Jan. 26, at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home.

Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. Jan. 27, at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home Chapel, Chesterfield. Burial followed in the Fairview Baptist Church cemetery, Mt. Croghan.

Mr. Jordan was born December 19, 941 in Chesterfield County, a son of the late Hazel C. and Melba Threadgill Jordan. He was a graduate of Chesterfield High School Class of 1959 and attended Clemson University. Jerry was employed with Burlington Industries for 43 years, retiring in 2005. He enjoyed history and playing the piano, and also spoke three foreign languages.

Jerry is survived by daughters, Beth (Glenn) Shapiro of Flanders, NJ; Dawn Jordan of Northvale, NJ; and Cheryl (David) Huffines Ooltewah, TN; grandchildren; brothers, Mitchell (Derrel) Jordan of Cheraw; and Randy (Cheryl) Jordan of Chesterfield; sister, Cheryl J. (Bill) Matthews of Columbia.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Jordan Family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, February 3, 2011.

Margaret Johns James

CHESTERFIELD – Margaret Johns James, 70, died Jan. 24, 2011.

The family received family and friends, 6-8 p.m. Jan. 26 at Miller-River-Caulder Funeral Home.

Funeral services were conducted at 2 p.m. Jan. 27 at the funeral home chapel. Burial followed in the Davis Plot at Zoar United Methodist Church Cemetery.

Ms. James was born Feb. 20, 1940 in Chesterfield, a daughter of the late Walter and Ellen Grooms Johns. She was a retired employee with Highland Industries with over 30 years of service. In addition to her parents, Margaret was preceded in death by brothers, Louis Johns and her twin Franklin; sister, Fannie Johns, half brothers, and a half sister.

Margaret is survived by a niece and two great nephews.

Memorials may be made to the Chesterfield Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 147, Chesterfield, SC 29709

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the James Family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, February 3, 2011.

Rodney Dale Seate

JEFFERSON – Mr. Rodney Dale Seate, 50, died Jan. 24, 2011.

The family received family and friends from 7-9 p.m. Jan. 27, at the home of his daughter, Amanda Seate.

The memorial service was at 4 p.m. Jan. 28, at Calvary Baptist Church

Mr. Seate was born August 14, 1960 in Charlotte, N.C., a son of Lou Ann McMullan and the late Worth Seate. He was the former owner and operator of All Pro Heating and Air. Dale was a member of Calvary Baptist Church.

Rodney is survived by daughters, Amanda Seate of Monroe, N.C. and Stephanie Seate of Fayetteville, N.C.; and their mother, Angela Tindall of Charlotte, N.C.; mother, Lou Ann McMullan of Jefferson; granddaughter and brothers, Mark, Barry, Mike, and Al Seate; sisters, Tammy Ross and Debbie Derrick; also numerous nieces and nephews.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Seate Family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday,

February 3, 2011.

John Steven Rogers

CHERAW – John Steven Rogers, 58, died Jan. 24, 2011.

Mr. Rogers was born in Bennettsville, S.C., son of the late James W Rogers, Sr. and Audrey Catherine Porter Rogers. He enjoyed riding motorcycles. He worked at the Nuclear Plant in Hartsville, S.C.

The family received friends from 6-8 p.m. to Jan. 25, at Kiser Funeral Home, Cheraw, S.C.

Funeral services were held at 3 p.m. Jan. 26, at the funeral home with burial following in Chatham Hill Memorial Gardens, Cheraw.

John is survived by his wife Mary Earline Rogers, daughters, Ashley Rogers, Heather Rogers, and Paige Rogers all of Cheraw; brother, James (Buddy) W. Rogers, Jr. of Summerville; and sister, Rebecca L. Cline of Laurinburg, N.C.

Mr. Rogers was preceded in death by his parents listed above and a brother Christopher P. Rogers.

Kiser Funeral Home served the Rogers family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday,

February 3, 2011.

1. Merle Whitt

CHERAW — E. Merle Whitt, 84, died Jan. 27, 2011.

Funeral services were held Jan. 30 at First Baptist with burial with military honors were held at Highland Memorial Park, in Dublin, Va.

Whitt retired from Galey and Lord Textile Printing, in Society Hill, S.C.

He was a member of First Baptist where he had served as a deacon, Sunday school  (Berean Class) teacher, Baptist men’s leader and trustee. Whitt was a World War II Veteran.

He was preceded in death by brothers Archie E. Whitt, Garnett Whitt, Alfred Whitt, Marshall Whitt, Carter Whit and sisters Hazel Summers, Nancy Whitt, Sadie Brinkley and Louise Wright.

Surviving are wife Merle Ward Whitt, of Cheraw; sons Edward H. (Sarah) Whitt, of Spartanburg; S.C., and Richard C. (Nancee) Whitt, of Rossville, Ga.

Memorials can be sent to First Baptist Church, Building Fund, PO Box 337, Cheraw, SC 29520.

Kiser Funeral Home, of Cheraw, was in charge of the arrangements. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, February 3, 2011.

Paul Walters

CHERAW — Paul Walters, 80, died Jan. 29, 2011.

Funeral services were held Feb. 1 at Kiser Funeral Home with burial in Crestview Cemetery, in Gibson, N.C.

Walters was an avid sports fan and a life long Tar Heel Fan.

He retired from Delta Textiles with more than 42 years of service.

Walters was preceded in death by brothers Bill Walters and Wiley Walters and grandchildren Anger Tipton and Wendy Mathney.

Surviving are sons Marshall (Jackie) Walters and Greg (Wendy) Walters, of Cheraw; daughters Sherry (Jimmy) Polson, of Patrick, Gail Walters, of Cheraw; Amanda Walker, of Cheraw; brothers Harold (Hazel) Walters, of Fayetteville, N.C.; Bobby (Helga) Walters, of Orlando, Fla.; Harris (Netty) Walters Jr., of Wallace, S.C.; Jimmy (Elaine) Walters, of Lancaster, S.C.; sister Molly (Bob) Miller, of Hueytown, Ala.; a sister-in-law; 11 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren.

Kiser Funeral Home of Cheraw was in charge of the arrangements. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, February 3, 2011.

Edna Mae Whitaker Short

CHERAW – Edna Mae Whitaker Short, 54, died Feb. 5, 2011.

A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Feb. 12, 2011, at Windsor Park Freewill Baptist Church, Cheraw.

Mrs. Short was born in Hartsville, S.C.; she was daughter of David Hayes and Ruby Lee Tyner Whitaker of Patrick.

She was an avid NASCAR fan and enjoyed needlework and she loved her pets.

Surviving are her husband, James “Jimmy” Daniel Short of Cheraw; a son, Jeffrey Short of Cheraw; a daughter, Vickie (Jody) Braswell of Cheraw; her parents listed above, brother, David Whitaker of Patrick; sister, Terrie Miller of ; and a grandchild.

Kiser Funeral Home is serving the Short Family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, February 10, 2011.

Georgia Gaddy

CHESTERFIELD – Georgia Gaddy, 71, died Feb. 6, 2011.

Funeral services were held Feb. 9 at Miller Rivers Caulder Funeral home chapel with burial following in the Sandy Plains United Methodist Church Cemetery, Morven, N.C.

The family received friends Feb. 8, at the funeral home. Mrs. Gaddy was born July 19, 1939, in Hartsville, S.C., a daughter of the late Malone and Bessie Johnson. She was a retired Lab Technician with Tenner Brothers Winery.

She was a member of Ruby Baptist Church and the Eastern Star. Georgia enjoyed working in her yard and her flower garden, and loved talking with her friends on the phone.

In addition to her parents, Georgia, was also preceded in death by her husband, Ray Gaddy, her companion, Lomar Moore, and by her 3 brothers, Monroe, Russell, and Jake Johnson.

Surviving are a son, Bobby (Julie) Cassidy of Broadway, N.C.; two grandchildren and one great grandchild. Daughter of the heart, Jackie Hodge of Chesterfield; sister, Lina Mae Alexander of Stallings, N.C.

Miller-River-Caulder Funeral Home served the Gaddy Family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, February 10, 2011.

Fred Harding Pierce

CHERAW – Fred Harding Pierce, 64, died Feb. 3, 2011.

Graveside services were held Feb. 6 in Old Saint David’s Cemetery, the family received friends at Kiser Funeral Home prior to the service.

Mr. Pierce was a son of the late William Fred and Ruth Harding Pierce. He was a member of Calvary Baptist Church. He loved listening to music. He also loved to go places and shopping when he was able.

Fred was preceded in death by parents listed above, brothers; Joseph Norman Pierce and Charles Dewey Pierce.

Surviving are his sisters; Shirley Ann Taylor of Patrick; Frances Ruth Freeman of Spartanburg; Marvelle Hancock of Cheraw; special nephew and niece.

Kiser Funeral Home served the Pierce Family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, February 10, 2011.

Shirley Langley Polson

WALLACE – Shirley Langley Polson, 74, died Feb. 2, 2011.

Funeral services were held Feb. 4, at Wallace Baptist Church, with burial following at Hickory Grove Baptist Church Cemetery, Wallace. The family received friends Feb. 3, at Kiser Funeral Home, Cheraw.

Shirley was a daughter of the late Eddie and Bertha Quick Langley. She was a member of Wallace Baptist Church, church pianist, former UMU president, and member of the church choir. Mrs. Polson loved cooking, sewing and refinishing furniture.

She was preceded in death by parents listed above, brothers, Carrol F. Langley, Archie J. Langley, and sister, Cassie Lee Chapman.

Surviving are her husband Otis Polson; sons, Roy C. Polson Jr. (Debra); Bruce Polson (Phyllis), all of Wallace; Dennis Polson (Lisa) of Cameron, N.C.; daughters, Judy P. Turner (Durant); Sandra J. Outlaw; brother, Randolph Langley, all of Wallace; sister, Emma Brown (Earl) of Burlington, N.C.; nine grandchildren and six greatgrandchildren.

Memorials can be made to: Charity of choice, Alzheimer’s Association or the American Diabetes Association.

Kiser Funeral Home served the Polson family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, February 10, 2011.

Lowell Silas Rivers

CHESTERFIELD – Lowell Silas Rivers, 88, died Jan. 25, 2011.

Funeral services were held Jan. 28, at the funeral home with burial following in Shiloh United Methodist Church Cemetery. The family received Jan. 27, at Kiser Funeral Home, Cheraw.

Mr. Rivers was born in Chesterfield, S.C., he was son of the late Percy and Ida Jane Therrell Rivers. He was a Merchant Marine serving during World War II in the Atlantic, Pacific, European and Mediterranean Theaters. He was retired from Becker Sand and Gravel with 35 years of service.

He was member of Woodman of the World, Lodge 516 in Ruby. He was a member of David’s Grove Baptist Church since 1973. He taught Sunday school for the young people. He was lovingly known as Pa Lowell by his church family.

He was preceded in death by his parents listed above, brothers, Edward Rivers, David Rivers, Lucious Rivers, Jack Royce Rivers, sisters, Vera Allen, Eleanor Sellers, Geneva Allen, Dorothy White and Agnes Horne.

Surviving are his wife, Mabel O. Rivers of Chesterfield; sister, Jenny Cranford of Cheraw; also several nieces and nephews.

Memorials can be made to Hospice of Chesterfield County, PO Box 293, Chesterfield, S.C. 29709 or Westfield Creek Baptist Church, 316 Westfield Creek Church Road, Cheraw, S.C. 29520

Kiser Funeral Home served the Rivers Family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, February 10, 2011.

Willie Lloyd Therrell

PATRICK – Willie Lloyd Therrell, 77, died Jan. 31, 2011.

Memorial services were held Feb. 5 at Children’s Baptist Church in Patrick. Visitation followed at the church immediately after the services.

Mr. Therrell was born December 25, 1933, in Chesterfield County, a son of the late Lester and Bessie Hooks Therrell. He was retired owner and operator of Keith-Therrell Grocery and a U.S. Air Force Veteran.

Lloyd attended Childrens Baptist Church. In addition to his parents, He was preceded in death by his wife, Nellie Keith Therrell, a son Scott Therrell, daughters, Lyn Smith, Connie Roberts, and Joyce Keith, grandchildren, Travis and Carrie Winburn, brothers, L. H. and Llynwood Therrell, and by sisters, Annie Marcille Jones and Glennie Walters.

Surviving are sons, Ricky (Kay) Therrell of Gaffney; Gary (Peggy) Keith of Raleigh, N.C.; and Kevin Keith of Patrick; daughters, Lori (Joe) Hamlin of Vermont; and Peggy (Roy) Winburn of Patrick; sisters, Margaret T. Fallaw and Mildred T. Taylor both of Patrick; also 19 grandchildren

and 16 great grandchildren.

Memorials in lieu of flowers, may be made to Children’s Baptist Church, c/o Ann Campbell, 4890 Ousleydale Hwy. Hartsville, SC 29550

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Therrell Family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, February 10, 2011.

Paul Walters

CHERAW – Paul Walters, 80, died Jan. 29, 2011.

Funeral services were held Feb. 1, at Kiser Funeral Home with burial in Crestview Cemetery, Gibson, N.C. The family received friends Jan. 31, at the funeral home.

Paul was a son of the late Harris and Elizabeth Strickland Walters, Sr. He was an avid sports fan and a life long Tar Heel Fan. He was retired from Delta Textiles with 42+ years of service.

Mr. Walters was preceded in death by his parents listed above, brothers, Bill Walters and Wiley Walters, grandchildren Angel Tipton and Wendy Mathney.

Surviving are sons, Marshall (Jackie) Walters and Greg (Wendy) Walters all of Cheraw; daughters, Sherry (Jimmy) Polson of Patrick, Gail Walters of Cheraw; Amanda Walker of Cheraw; brothers, Harold (Hazel) Walters of Fayetteville, N.C,; Bobby (Helga) Walters of Orlando, FL; Harris (Netty) Walters Jr. of Wallace; Jimmy (Elaine) Walters of Lancaster; sister, Molly (Bob) Miller of Hueytown, AL; a sister-in-law; eleven grandchildren and fifteen great grandchildren.

Kiser Funeral Home served the Walters family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, February 10, 2011.

Edna Mae Whitaker Short

CHERAW – Edna Mae Whitaker Short, 54, died, Feb. 5,2011.

A memorial service was Feb. 12 at Windsor Park Freewill Baptist.

Short was an avid NASCAR fan and enjoyed needlework and her pets.

Surviving are husband James “Jimmy” Daniel Short, of Cheraw; son Jeffrey Short, of Cheraw; daughter Vickie (Jody) Braswell, of Cheraw; brother David Whitaker, of Patrick; sister Terrie Miller, of Florence, S.C.; and grandchild Miracle Lee Ann Braswell, of Cheraw.

Kiser Funeral Home served the Short Family. . Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, February 17, 2011.

Carzell Chapman

CHERAW – Carzell Chapman, 90, died Feb. 6, 2011.

Funeral services were held Feb. 12, at Wesley United Methodist Church.

He is survived by children Carzell Jr., Ernestine (Robert) Crockett and Terri Washington.

Grooms Funeral Home served the Chapman family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, February 17, 2011.

Johnnie Ray Hewitt

CHERAW – Johnnie Ray Hewitt, 64, died Feb. 6, 2011.

Funeral services were held at Calvary Baptist with burial in Oak Grove United Methodist Church Cemetery, in Wallace, S.C.

Hewitt enjoyed fishing and spending time with his family and friends. He was an avid football fan of the USC Gamecocks and Cheraw Braves, and was a little league coach.

Hewitt was preceded in death by daughter Melany Hewitt, brother Lee Hewitt Jr., and sisters Lousie Sellersand Dorothy Brock.

Surviving are wife Eva Mae McQuage Hewitt, of Cheraw; daughter Tracy H. (Douglas) Creech, of Cheraw; brother Cecil Wallace, of Cheraw; sisters Shannon (Harold) Hainey and Tina (Buddy) White, of Cheraw; and Helen Cole, of Cheraw; grandchildren Brandon Jacobs and Chasity Hewitt, of Cheraw; and step-mother Frances Hewitt.

Kiser Funeral Home served the Hewitt Family.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, February 17, 2011.

Patsy Ruth Driggers Coker

CHERAW – Patsy Ruth Driggers Coker, 62, died Feb. 11, 2011.

Funeral services were Feb. 14 at Westside Baptist with burial in Hickory Grove Baptist Church Cemetery, in Wallace, S.C.

The family received friends at Kiser Funeral Home Feb. 13.

Driggers enjoyed watching gymnastics, cooking and reading.

She was preceded in death by brother Charles Driggers.

Surviving are husband Glenn Edward Coker, son Charles Edward Coker, daughter Melissa (Julius) Coker Belt, of Cheraw; and 10 grandchildren.

Kiser Funeral Home served the Coker Family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, February 17, 2011.

Ester Clark Gaddy

CHERAW – Ester Clark Gaddy, 86, died Feb. 8, 2011.

Funeral services were held Feb. 11 at Faith Presbyterian with burial following in Chatham Hill Memorial Gardens.

The family received friends Feb. 10, at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home.

Gaddy was a graduate of Jefferson High and attended Chesterfield-Marlboro Technical College. Gaddy was a retired secretary who worked for Wannamaker Drug and William A. Hill Insurance Agency. She was a charter member of Faith Presbyterian, where she was very active.

Gaddy was also preceded in death by husband Hollis M. Gaddy, brothers Paul and Joe Clark and sister Dorothy Lee.

Ester is survived by son Larry C. Gaddy, of Chesterfield. Memorials can be sent to Faith Presbyterian Church, 900 State Road, Cheraw, S.C. 29520 or Hospice of Chesterfield

County, P.O. Box 293, Chesterfield, S.C. 29709.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Gaddy Family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, February 17, 2011.

Beatrice Linton Cassidy

CHESTERFIELD – Beatrice Linton Cassidy, 75, died Feb. 9, 2011.

A graveside service was Feb. 11 at Oakland Baptist Church Cemetery. Visitation was held Feb. 10 at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home.

Cassidy was a homemaker and a member of Oakland Baptist.

She was preceded in death by her husband Lloyd Cassidy.

Surviving are sons Murray (Sadie) Cassidy, of Cheraw, and Reggie (Jan) Cassidy,

of Chesterfield; grandchildren Marie (Mike) Whitaker and Calvin (Nikki) Cassidy, of Chesterfield; and brother Linsie Linton, of Chesterfield.

Miller-River-Caulder Funeral Home served the Cassidy Family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, February 17, 2011.

Ruthie Lee Sturdivant

CHERAW – Ruthie Lee Sturdivant, 64, died Feb. 4, 2011.

Funeral services were held Feb. 8 at Saint Paul Missionary Baptist with burial followed in the church cemetery.

Sturdivant was secretary of the St. Paul Missionary Ministry. She was also known as the poet for the church and composed over five books.

Sturdivant started monthly visits to the nursing homes. After being admitted to Cheraw Healthcare, she continued missionary work, writing and sharing her poems with patients as they participated in the activity program.

Surviving are sisters Betty Sturdivant and Priscilla Sturdivant, of Chesterfield; brothers the Rev.

J.C. Sturdivant Jr., of Chesterfield; and Rufus Sturdivant, of Charlotte, N.C.; aunts Arurilla Burch, of Wadesboro, N.C.; and Beulah Gilchrest, of Ossining, N.Y.; and special friend Lee Thomas McQueen, of Wallace, S.C.

Flemming Funeral Home served the Sturdivant Family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, February 17, 2011.

Charles Weldon Melton

CHESTERFIELD – Charles Weldon Melton, 50, died Feb. 8, 2011.

Funeral services were held Feb. 13 at Flemming Funeral Home Chape with in Davidson Grove Baptist Church Cemetery.

Melton was employed by Flemming Funeral Home, in Chesterfield. He was better

known as “Brother” to his family was greatly loved by all who knew him.

Melton loved to fish, being around his friends and he truly enjoyed the work he did with Flemming Funeral Home.

Surviving are son Jermaine D. Melton, of Cheraw; parents, Charles G. and Fannie Melton, of

Chesterfield; sisters Hattie M. (Tony) Talley, of Chesterfield; Deborah (Jimmy) Meadows, of Wingate, N.C.; and LaCarol (Chris) Harris, of Charlotte, N.C.; brother Jerry W. Melton, of Charlotte; and aunt Josephine (William) Robinson, Chesterfield.

Flemming Funeral Home served the Melton family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, February 17, 2011.

Ileader Lockhart Duren

JEFFERSON – Ileader Lockhart Duren, 85, died Feb. 5, 2011.

Funeral services were held Feb. 12 at Hopewell United Methodist with burial following in church

cemetery.

Duren was a lifelong member of Hopewell United Methodist where she was a faithful member of the women society, usher board, finance secretary and treasurer, Sunday school teacher and chairperson of worship.

She was preceded in death by husband Robert Ingram. She later married the late Laney Duren.

Surviving are son Robert (Margie) Ingram, of Jefferson; daughters Lillie M. Ingram, Letha M. Ingram and Mildred Bowman, of Jefferson; Peggy L. Welch, of Charlotte, N.C., and Delores Ingram, of Colorado Springs, Colo.; sisters Rozella Lane, of Long Island, N.Y.; and Roberta C. McMillian, of Jefferson; brother Johnnie Lockhart, of Jefferson; 17 grandchildren, 30 great grandchildren and three great great grandchildren.

Flemming Funeral Home served the Duren Family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, February 17, 2011.

Sara Davidson Gardner

CHESTERFIELD – Sara Davidson Gardner, 92, died Feb. 11, 2011.

Funeral services were Feb. 14 at Shiloh United Methodist with burial following in the church cemetery. Visitation was held at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home Feb. 13.

Gardner was a graduate of Chesterfield High and a retired sales clerk with Belk Department Store.

Gardner was a lifelong member of Shiloh United Methodist where she was a member of the Ladies Bible Class, UMW, and former Sunday school teacher. She enjoyed cooking for her family and friends.

Gardner was preceded in death by husband Harold B. Gardner; daughter Louise Harvey; and four brothers and three sisters.

Surviving are son Bubba (Peggy) Gardner, of Chesterfield; daughters Shuggie Rhyne, of Chesterfield; and Edna Harvey, of Greenville, S.C.; 13 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren and four great, great grandchildren.

Memorials may be sent to Shiloh United Methodist Church “Building Fund” C/O Shirley Douglas, 897 Burch Road, Chesterfield, SC 29709 or to a charity of one’s choice.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Gardner family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, February 17, 2011.

Virginia Tucker Carroll

2011. CROGHAN – Virginia Tucker Carroll, 87, died Feb. 11, 2011.

Funeral services were held Feb. 15 at Miller-Rivers- Caulder Funeral Home Chapel with burial following in the Mt. Croghan Memorial Park. Visitation was held prior to the service at the funeral

home.

Carroll was a retired employee of Burlington Industries and a member of Mt. Croghan Baptist.

She enjoyed crocheting, painting, making crafts, floral arranging and working in her flower gardens.

Carroll was preceded in death by husband Emory Carroll, brothers Claude, James, Robert, John Gary and Benjamin Tucker, and sisters Amogene Guinn, Mildred Evans and Gladys Moore.

Surviving are brother Carl Britton (Eleanor) Tucker, of Florence, S.C.; and sisters Margaret T. Roth, of Lincoln, Neb., and Rachel T. Neal, of Matthews, N.C.

Memorials can be sent to Mt. Croghan Baptist Church “Cemetery Fund”, P.O. Box 57, Mt. Croghan, S.C. 29727 or Hospice of Chesterfield County, P.O. Box 293, Chesterfield, S.C. 29709

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Carroll Family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, February 17, 2011.

Eustus “Trag” Wadsworth

PAGELAND – Eustus”Trag” Wadsworth, 67, died Feb. 4, 2011.

Funeral services were held Feb. 9 at the Clyburn Center with burial following in the Oak Hill Baptist Church Cemetery. Wadsworth graduated from Petersburg High in 1963 then drafted into the U.S. Army serving in the Vietnam War. He served his country for two years. He attended Chesterfield-Marlboro Technical College and became the operator of the Ponderosa Chicken

House. During his time as an entertainer, the “Mighty Burner” touched many lives and is well-loved by all that knew him. Prior to his illness, Wadsworth installed carpet as the proprietor of Floor Master.

Surviving are sons Eustus Bernard Bryant, of Philadelphia, Penn., and Timothy Dunlap, Reginald

Dunlap and Devin Wadsworth, of Pageland; daughters Sabrina Bryant, of Philadelphia, and Jamie Colston and Kristal Colston, of Monroe, N.C., and Lynette Wadsworth, of Pageland; brothers Cecil Wadsworth and David (Kim) Wadsworth-Hamilton, of Pageland; sisters Flora (John) Arkoful, Martha (Moses) Hamilton, of Pageland, and Evelyn (Richard) Diggs, of Mt. Croghan; uncles Lemuel Crawford, of Chesterfield; and Kelly Robinson, of Lancaster, S.C.; aunts Frankie Crowder, Willamener Gregory and Betty Sue Covington, of Charlotte, N.C.; dear friend Pattie Rivers, of Pageland; caretaker Linda Pate, of Pageland; and ; 24 grandchildren and six great grandchildren;

Flemming Funeral Home served the Wadsworth Family.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, February 17, 2011.

Eunice Burch Davis

CHESTERFIELD – Eunice Burch Davis, 81, died Feb 11, 2011.

Funerals services were held Feb. 14 at Shiloh United Methodist with burial following in the

church cemetery. Davis was a homemaker and a former telephone operator and hosiery mill employee.

She was lifelong member of Shiloh United Methodist and the Ladies Bible Class. She enjoyed fishing, shopping at the Sunshine Shop and yard sales. Davis was preceded in death by husband

Junious C. Davis, daughter Geraldine Davis, grandson Austin Davis, brothers William A. and Aubrey Burch, sisters Sarah Neighbors, Ivy Widejko, Dorothy Gaskins and Gladys Gaskins.

Surviving are J. Mitchell (Cynthia) Davis, of Chesterfield; daughter Marlene Davis (Charles) Rivers, of Myrtle Beach, S.C.; brother James Ellis (Peggy) Burch, of Chesterfield; sister Shirley B. Douglas, of Chesterfield; grandchildren Tommie C. (Donna) Davis, Jamie R. (Jay) Dalton, and Joshua C. Rivers; and daughter of the heart Annette Hamilton

Memorials can be sent to Shiloh United Methodist Church “Building Fund” c/o Shirley Douglas, 897 Burch Road, Chesterfield, S.C. 29709 or to Hospice of Chesterfield County, P.O. Box 293, Chesterfield, S.C. 29709

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Davis Family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, February 17, 2011.

E.B. Melton

CHESTERFIELD – Mr. E. B. Melton, 81, died Feb. 17, 2011

Funeral services were held Feb. 20, at Miller-Rivers- Caulder Funeral Home Chapel with burial following in Oakland Baptist Church Cemetery, Chesterfield. Visitation was held Feb. 20 prior to the service.

Mr. Melton was born December 10, 1929 in Chesterfield County, S.C., son of the late Claude Melton and Tonci Lee Chavis Wilkerson. He was a retired security guard with Tri State. E.B. enjoyed riding around and talking with his friends. In addition to his parents, E.B. was also preceded in death by his brother; Vernon Melton, and by sisters; Dorothy Belle Melton and Bobbie Jean Melton.

Mr. Melton is survived by sisters, Emma Lee Humphries of Sumter; Virginia M. Oliver and Evelyn Melton of Chesterfield; and Mary Jean Little of Oakboro, N.C. Also, a number of nieces and nephews.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder served the Melton Family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, February 24, 2011.

John D. “Johnny” Allen, Jr.

CHESTERFIELD – Mr. John D. “Johnny” Allen, Jr., 65, died Feb.19, 2011.

Funeral services were held Feb. 22 at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home Chapel with burial following in the Mt. Croghan Memorial Park. Visitation was held Feb. 21 at the funeral home.

Mr. Allen was born November 18, 1945, in Mt. Croghan, S.C., son of the late John Daniel and Beatrice Sullivan Allen. He was a carpenter and a U. S. Army Veteran of the Vietnam War. Mr. Allen was a member of Living Word Ministries. Johnny enjoyed wood working, fishing, growing vegetables, and playing his guitar. In addition to his parents, Johnny was preceded in death by his brother, Charles Ray Allen.

Johnny is survived by wife, Doris Baskins Allen of the home; sons, Dan (Jodie) Allen, Carney (Carla) Allen, Brad (Amber) Allen, and Randy (Penny) Kerns all of Chesterfield; sister Emma Jean (Robert) Haselden of Conway; also 11 grandchildren.

Memorials can be made to Hospice of Chesterfield County, P.O. Box 293, Chesterfield, S.C. 29709

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Allen Family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, February 24, 2011.

Lillie “Polly” Chavis

CHERAW – Lillie “Polly” Chavis, died Feb. 15, 2011.

Lillie was daughter of the late James and Lillie Rainwater Quick. She was the widow of Frank Chavis, Jr.

Funeral services were held Feb. 17, following the visitation, at the Wallace Church of The Nazarene, Wallace. Burial followed in New Hope United Methodist Church

Cemetery, Wallace.

Lillie is survived by daughter Darlene Brigman, Cheraw; sisters, Margie Lee of Cheraw; Louise Brown of Wallace; grandchildren, Angel Chavis of Bennettsville;Chad Brigman of Cheraw; and Richie Brigman of Hartsville; 9 great grandchildren and 1 great great grandchild.

Kiser Funeral Home served the Chavis Family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, February 24, 2011.

Glenn Lavern Miller

COLUMBIA – Glenn Lavern Miller, 61, died Feb. 12, 2011.

Funeral services were held Feb. 17 at Salem United Methodist Church, Pageland, with burial in the church cemetery.

Glenn was born Feb. 17, 1950 in Pageland, S.C., to Martha Jean and Clinton Miller. Glenn was educated in Chesterfield County Public Schools before entering into the United States Army in 1969. He served as a rifleman during his stay in the military from 1969 until he was honorably discharged in August 1971. He was preceded in death his mother, Martha Jean Miller; father, Clinton and a sister, Beverly Miller.

Mr. Miller is survived by daughters, Glenda Chambers (Eugene) of Pageland; and Teresa Peterkins (Michael) of Ruby; sisters, Priscilla Miller, Dara Rivers (Darrell) and Jona X (Eddie) all of Pageland; and Phyllis Slay (George) of Charlotte, N.C.; brother, Leonard Miller (Nancy) of Midland, N.C.; a wife, Geran Miller of Pageland; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Flemming Funeral Home-Pageland served the Miller Family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, February 24, 2011.

William Flake Stroud

CHESTERFIELD – Mr. William Flake Stroud, 95, died Feb. 18, 2011.

Funeral services were held Feb. 20, at Hopewell Baptist Church, Chesterfield, with burial following in the church cemetery. Visitation was held following the service at the church.

Mr. Stroud was born August 25, 1915 in Anson County, N.C., son of the late Clarence Dupree and Annie Privette Stroud. He was a member of Hopewell Baptist Church.

Flake loved farming, gardening, tending to his cows, and most especially, his family. In addition to his parents, Mr. Stroud was also preceded in death by a grandchild, Dorothy Virginia Stroud; brothers, Ernest, Tyler, Harvey, and Floyd Stroud; and by sisters, Ruth Vaughn and Arie Howlett.

William is survived by wife of 73 years, Madge Jeanette Jones Stroud, sons, Dr. Cary Stroud of Greenville; Ken Stroud of Pinehurst, N.C., and Joel Stroud of Chesterfield; daughter, Shelby Stroud Ingram of Chapel Hill, N.C.; brother, Robert Stroud of Chesterfield; also 6 Grandchildren, 2 Step Grandchildren, 2 Great Grandchildren and 1 Step Great Grandchild.

Memorials may be made to the Dorothy Virginia Stroud Memorial Scholarship Fund at the Pharmacy Foundation of NC, Campus Box 7296, 194 Finley Golf Course Road, Suite 106, Chapel Hill, NC, 27517 or to Hopewell Baptist Church, 15066 Highway 9, Chesterfield, SC 29709.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Stroud Family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, February 24, 2011.

Emsley A. “Tunnie” Freeman

CHESTERFIELD – Emsley A. “Tunnie” Freeman, 76, died Feb. 15, 2011.

Funeral services were held Feb. 18, at Zoar United Methodist Church with burial following in the church cemetery.

Tunnie was born Aug. 6, 1934 in Chesterfield, SC to Nevelyn Eddins Freeman and Carey F. Freeman. He was married to his only love, Donna Davis Freeman for over 52 years.

Mr. Freeman was a long time member of Zoar United Methodist Church where through the years he served in several positions. He loved best meeting the church’s needs that he saw, from an ice maker, or a lawn mower, to a playground, a cemetery extension, purchasing property, or building a parsonage. He loved his Sunday School Class. He was a mason and served in the National Guard.

Tunnie loved the outdoors. He enjoyed farming, hunting, fishing, and feeding the backyard birds. He loved riding his grandchildren on a tractor, pulling them through the snow, and riding them in a boat. Every spring he planted many vegetables to be able to share with his friends.

Tunnie was blessed with two wonderful children, Emsley D. “Dusty” Freeman, and Christy, who married Wayne Truesdale. He felt blessed that they all lived in Chesterfield and remained so close to him.

Tunnie’s “special loves” were his five grandchildren, Anna and Seth Truesdale, and Chase, Lanie, and Jonathan Freeman. He was so proud of them and enjoyed every moment he shared with them.

Tunnie was preceded in death by two brothers, Thomas Freeman and David Harold Freeman.

He is survived by sister, Annelle Demby of Chesterfield; brother, Joe Freeman (Alice) of Florence. Also many beloved nieces, nephews, family members, and friends that he loved, treasured, and enjoyed spending happy times together.

Memorials can be made to Zoar United Methodist Church, c/o Debbie Foote 2472 Zoar Road, Cheraw, S.C. 29520

Miller-Rivers-Caulders Funeral Home served the Freeman Family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, February 24, 2011.

Julia Griggs English

WALLACE, S.C. – Julia Griggs English, 79, died Feb. 23, 2011.

Funeral services were held Feb. 26 at Oak Grove United Methodist, with burial followed in the church cemetery.

Visitation was held Feb. 25 at Burroughs Cooper Kiser Funeral Home, in Bennettsville, S.C.

Born in Marlboro County Nov. 1, 1931, English was a daughter of the late Lawrence and Julia Leviner Griggs.

English dedicated 20years of service to the Wallace Rescue Squad earning the honor of Squad Member of the Year in 1975 and 1985, and recognition for attending the most squad calls in 1984. She was a member of Oak Grove United Methodist, in Wallace. She loved the outdoors and enjoyed gardening.

English was preceded in death by husband Dewey Leroy English and son Billy Ray English.

Surviving are sons L.C. (Anita) English, of Wallace, William (Teresa) English, of Cheraw, and Jay (Kathy) English, of Wallace; daughters Brenda (William) Bryant, of Wallace, and Ginger Floyd, of Bennettsville; brother Edwin Griggs, of Wallace; sisters Marcella Cheves, Mildred Webb and Betty English, of Wallace; and eight grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.

Memorials can be made to Wallace Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 245, Wallace, S.C. 29596, or Oak Grove United Methodist, c/o Peggy Shaw at 3638 Marion Drive, Wallace, S.C. 29596.

Burroughs Cooper Kiser Funeral Home served the English Family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, March 3, 2011.

Ruth Helen Rendenna

ANSONVILLE, N.C. – Ruth Helen Rendenna, 85, died Feb. 21, 2011.

A private graveside service was held in Bethlehem Cemetery in Ansonville. The family will received friends Feb. 24 at Leavitt Funeral Home, in Wadesboro, N.C.

Rendenna, born Dec. 29, 1925, in St. Louis, Mo., was a daughter of the late George and Helen Rose Schmidt Turnure.

She was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church and had worked with Moore Funeral Home in Wadesboro for 40 years. While at the funeral home, she was not only a licensed funeral director, but assisted in many capacities there for the families served.

Rendenna was preceded in death by husband Lewis Rendenna.

Surviving are sons Steve Brock, of Charleston, S.C.; Mark Brock, of Charlotte, N.C., Gary Brock, of Ruby, and Tim Brock, of Chesterfield; and four grandchildren and and great-grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the Ansonville Fire and Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 437, Ansonville, N.C. 28007.

Leavitt Funeral Home served the Rendenna Family.   Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, March 3, 2011.

William E. Bullard, Sr.

CHERAW – William E. “Billy” Bullard Sr. (SM Sgt. US Air Force, Ret.), 79, died Feb.17, 2011.

Funeral services were held Feb. 20 at St. David’s Episcopal with burial followed with full military honors in Old St. David’s Cemetery.

Visitation was held Feb. 19, at Kiser Funeral Home.

Bullard was a son of the late Archie and Pearl Usher Bullard.

He was a member of St. David’s Episcopal and the Shriners and Masons.

Bullard served in the U.S. Air Force in the European Theater during Korea and Vietnam Wars. He received a bachelor’s degree while in the military. He enjoyed college football and college baseball.

He was preceded in death by parents and sisters Annie Mae Williams, Edna Williams and Carol Melton.

Surviving are wife Dorothy J. Bullard, of Cheraw; sons David W. Bullard, Hartsville, S.C., William E. Bullard II, of Cheraw; daughter Barbara J. Bullard- Mimms, of Cheraw; and six grandchildren and four great grandchildren.

Memorials can be sent to York Place, Episcopal Home for Children, 234 King’s Mountain Street, York, S.C. 29745.

Kiser Funeral Home, of Cheraw, served the Bullard Family. . Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, March 3, 2011.

Martha Steen Melton

CHERAW – Martha Steen Melton, 88, died Feb.18, 2011.

Funeral services were held Feb. 21 at Westside Baptist with burial followed in Chatham Hill Memorial Gardens.

Visitation was held Feb. 20, at Kiser Funeral Home, in Cheraw.

Born in Bennettsville, S.C., Melton was a daughter of the late Hope and Minnie Roscoe Steen.

She was a charter and faithful member of Calvary Baptist.

She enjoyed sharing her love of God, reading her bible, fishing, crocheting, tending her beautiful flowers and loving her large family and helping raise her great grand-babies.

She was employed by Delta Mills for 25 years.

Melton was preceded in death by parents, brother H.W. Steen, sisters Mary Melton, Alice Pope, Marcella Keith, Edna Starling, Gladys Pope and a great grandchild Kaitlyn Breanna Brock.

Surviving are son Eddie Melton, of Wallace; daughters Linda Melton Chapman, Martha Gayle (Douglas) Grant and Wanda Diane (Johnny) Dixon, of Cheraw; sisters Frances Haithcock, of Cheraw, and Margaret Chavis, of Bennettsville; and eight grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren and one great great grandchild.

Memorials can be sent to Community Home Care and Hospice, 805 N. 8th Avenue, Dillon, S.C. 29536.

Kiser Funeral Home served the Melton Family. . Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, March 3, 2011.

Frances Salley Schumpert

CHERAW – Frances Salley Schumpert, 100, died Jan. 30, 2011.

Frances, born May 13, 1910, in Aiken County, S.C. was a daughter of the late Rufus Cephas Salley and Daisy Riley

Salley. She was the widow of Edward Stewart Schumpert, who died in 1993. She lived in Cheraw for most of her adult life, until moving in 2008 to her daughter’s home in Burlington, N.C.

Schumpert graduated from Winthrop College in 1932 with a bachelor’s of arts degree in English and history and was president of her senior class. She taught in the public schools in Cheraw for 30 years and was named Chesterfield County’s first distinguished teacher-citizen. She also received the Distinguished Educator Award from the Omicron Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma. In the spring of 2004, she was the recipient of the Mary Mildred Sullivan Award from the Winthrop University Alumni Association.

She was an active member of First United Methodist, in Cheraw. Through the years, she served in many capacities, including Sunday school teacher for children and for adults, circle leader and delegate to annual conference. In 1964, she was the recipient of a life membership from the Women’s Society of Christian Service.

Frances is survived by daughters Salley S. (Bill) Bradford, of Burlingon, N.C., and Susan S. (Richard) Laney, of Rocky Mount, N.C.; and grandchildren Salley (Bruce) Wilson, of Elon, N.C.; Will Bradford, of Burlington, N.C.; Steward (Sandy) Laney, of Charlotte, N.C.; Susan Laney, of Greensboro, N.C.; and Matthew Laney, of Raleigh, N.C.

The funeral service were held at First United Methodist Church, Cheraw, Feb. 3, with burial following in Old St. David’s Cemetery.

Memorials canbe made to First United Methodist, 117 Third Street, Cheraw, SC 29520.

Norton Funeral Home, of Cheraw served, the Schumpert Family. . Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, March 3, 2011.

Julia Griggs English

WALLACE, S.C. – Julia Griggs English, 79, died Feb. 23, 2011.

Funeral services were held Feb. 26 at Oak Grove United Methodist, with burial followed in the church cemetery.

Visitation was held Feb. 25 at Burroughs Cooper Kiser Funeral Home, in Bennettsville, S.C.

Born in Marlboro County Nov. 1, 1931, English was a daughter of the late Lawrence and Julia Leviner Griggs.

English dedicated 20years of service to the Wallace Rescue Squad earning the honor of Squad Member of the Year in 1975 and 1985, and recognition for attending the most squad calls in 1984. She was a member of Oak Grove United Methodist, in Wallace. She loved the outdoors and enjoyed gardening.

English was preceded in death by husband Dewey Leroy English and son Billy Ray English.

Surviving are sons L.C. (Anita) English, of Wallace, William (Teresa) English, of Cheraw, and Jay (Kathy) English, of Wallace; daughters Brenda (William) Bryant, of Wallace, and Ginger Floyd, of Bennettsville; brother Edwin Griggs, of Wallace; sisters Marcella Cheves, Mildred Webb and Betty English, of Wallace; and eight grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.

Memorials can be made to Wallace Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 245, Wallace, S.C. 29596, or Oak Grove United Methodist, c/o Peggy Shaw at 3638 Marion Drive, Wallace, S.C. 29596.

Burroughs Cooper Kiser Funeral Home served the English Family. . Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, March 3, 2011.

Thomas L. McDonald, Jr.

PHILADELPHIA – Thomas L. McDonald, Jr., 69, died Feb. 12, 2011.

Funeral services were held Feb. 19 at the Upper Room Missionary Baptist Church, Philadelphia, PA, Visitation was held prior to service.

Thomas, affectionately known as “Uncle Tom” was born March 6, 1941 in Cheraw, S.C. To the late Thomas Sr. and Madiline McDonald. He was the oldest of six children. His parents and three brothers Tyrone, Leroy and “Red” preceded him in death.

Thomas accepted Christ as his personal savior at an early age and was baptized. He received his education in the Cheraw Public School system in South Carolina. In later years, he joined the Upper Room Missionary Baptist Church in Philadelphia.

After moving to Philadelphia in 1957, he worked for Uniroyal Rubber Company. He later worked for Danella Construction company until his health failed.

It was in Philadelphia where Thomas met his loving and devoted wife, Bernetha Wison. They married June 28, 1961. To this union, two sons were born, Dwayne and Gregory.

Uncle Tom loved to hunt and fish. His greatest hobbies were gardening and selling items at the flea market. He loved good southern cookin’ and good eatin’. He also loved traveling with his wife, especially to and from South Carolina.

After retirement, they thoroughly enjoyed talking day and weekend trips.

Thomas was a very proud father and grandfather. It pleased him greatly to see his sons mature from young boys to responsible men. His grandsons brightened his days with tremendous joy.

Thomas was the life of the party. He loved family gatherings big or small and never missed an occasion to be with family, especially his sister-in-laws of whom he really considered his sisters. He had an outgoing personality and was known for his sarcastic humor. He was a big man with a big heart. He will be remembered for having strong convictions about the way life should be lived and how people should be treated.

He is survived by he very devoted wife, Berneatha, two sons, Dwayne (Crystal) and Gregory (LaKeisha), five grandsons, sister, LouEsther McDonald and brother, Glenn McDonald, both of Cheraw; a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives and lifelong friends.

Savin Funeral Home served the McDonald Family. . Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, March 3, 2011.

Kevin Earl Keith

PATRICK – Kevin Earl Keith, 46, died Feb. 25, 2011.

A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. March 5, at Children’s Baptist Church, Patrick, S.C.

Visitation will be held through the week at the home of Peggy Winburn (sister of Kevin), 2497 Patrick – Society Hill Rd, Patrick.

Mr. Keith was born Jan. 30, 1965, in Gaffney, Cherokee County S.C., son of the late Willard Keith and Nellie Keith Therrell.

He worked construction throughout his life. Kevin attended Children’s Baptist Church, Patrick. He was preceded in death by his parents listed above and a step father, Willie Lloyd Therrell., sisters, Joyce Keith and Connie Roberts, nephew, Travis Winburn, niece, Carrie Winburn.

Kevin is survived by daughter, Jennifer Keith (Anthony) of Hartsville, son, Brandon Keith (Heather) of Patrick, brothers, Gary (Peggy) Keith of Raleigh, N.C.; Ricky (Kay) Therrell of Gaffney; sisters, Peggy (Roy) Winburn of Patrick; Lori (Joe) Hamilin of Vermont, 3 grandchildren, 10 nephews and 4 nieces.

Memorials in lieu of flowers can be made to Children’s Baptist Church, c/o Ann Cambell, 4890 Ousleydale Hwy. Hartsville, S.C. 29550. . Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, March 3, 2011.

Billy Gulledge, Jr.

PATRICK – Billy Gulledge Jr., 66, died Feb. 21, 2011.

Funeral services were held Feb. 24 at Miller-Rivers- Caulder Funeral Home Chapel with burial following in the Gulledge Cemetery. Visitation was held prior to the service at the funeral home.

Gulledge, born Sept. 7, 1944, in Patrick was a son of the late Bill and Eunice Irene Parker Gulledge. He was a retired pulpwood logger. Gulledge enjoyed fishing and working on cars and lawnmowers.

In addition to his parents, Billy was preceded in death by brothers Roy, William and Frank Gulledge and sisters Nellie Gulledge and Edna Quick.

Surviving are wife Miriam Waller Gulledge, of the home; stepson Patrick Fitzgerald Jr., of Abbyville, La.; stepdaughters Jennifer Pedsen, of Sunset, La., and Brandy Peterson, of Rayville, La.; brothers Henry Gulledge, of Patrick, and Walter Gulledge, of Kannapolis, N.C.; sisters Peggy

Emanuel, of Patrick, and Betty Moore, of Chesterfield; also step-grandchildren and great nephews James and Anthony Gulledge.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home, of Chesterfield, served the Gulledge family. . Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, March 3, 2011.

Gloria Jean Cooper Powe

CHERAW – Gloria Jean Cooper Powe, 65, died Feb. 9, 2011.

Gloria Jean Cooper Powe born New Year’s Day 1946 to the late Ernest Cooper and Victoria Gainey Green, in Cheraw, S.C.; she was a resident at the Cheraw Healthcare Nursing Home in Cheraw since August 2004.

Gloria Jean was educated in the Chesterfield County School System and attended Robert Smalls Elementary and Long High, in Cheraw.

Powe was married to Lawrence Powe who preceded her in death in 1996. They were married for more than 25 years at the time of his death.

Powe worked in the restaurant industry as cook and waitress at the Country Kitchen and the old Baker’s Motel. She also worked as a nanny for several years.

Powe was a lifelong member of Pee Dee Union Baptist where she was baptized at the age of 14. She took great pride in serving on the usher board and helping out with the church’s Boy Scout and Girl Scout programs. Her hobbies included cooking and working with children.

Gloria Jean was preceded in death mother Vctoria Green, stepfather Jesse Green, sister Peggy Green, brother Charles Green and caretaker Moriel Hannah.

Surviving are brother Floyd Green, of Washington, D.C.; sisters Margie Taylor, of Washington, Jessie Green and Patricia Koff, of Maryland; and godson A.J. Smith, of Chraw.

Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, March 10, 2011.

Sara Rivers

2011. CROGHAN – Sara Rivers, 88, died March 3, 2011.

A graveside funeral service was held March 5 in the Mt. Croghan United Methodist Church Cemetery.

Rivers, born May 18, 1912, was a daughter of Sylvester and Molly H. Atkinson.

Rivers was a lifelong resident of Mt. Croghan and was a member of Mt. Croghan United Methodist .

Rivers was preceded in death by husband W. Vane Rivers.

Surviving are daughter Peggy, of Columbia, and son Jim. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be sent to Hospice of Chesterfield County, P.O. Box 293, Chesterfield, S.C. 29709, or to a charity of one’s choice.

Miller-River-Caulder Funeral Home served the Rivers Family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, March 10, 2011.

Mary Frances Cox

WALLACE – Mary Frances Cox, 81, died Feb. 22, 2011.

Funeral services were conducted Feb. 25 at Lighthouse Church and burial followed at White’s Creek Free Will Baptist Church Cemetery.

Cox, born Valentine’s Day 1930 in Scotland County, was a daughter of the late Zeb Vance Lisenby and Ebbie Wright Lisenby.

She was a homemaker and a member of Lighthouse Church.

Cox was preceded in death by husband Edward Lee Cox, daughter Linda Cox and brother Zeb Lisenby.

Cox is survived by children Sally Cooper, Brenda Hildreth, the Rev. Charles Cox, David Cox, Edward Cox, Everette Cox and Gene Cox, all of Wallace, Zeb Cox, of Laurel Hill, N.C., and Edna Shepherd, of Virginia Beach, Va.; brothers Roy Lisenby and Bobby Lisenby, of Rockingham, N.C.; and sisters Shirley Plummer, of Wallace; and Patsy Beecher, of Raleigh, N.C.; and 23 grandchildren and 42 great grandchildren.

Memorials canbe made to Lighthouse Church, c/o Rev.Charles Cox, 5804 Waters Edge Lane, Wallace, S.C. 29596.

Watson-King Funeral Home in Hamlet served the Cox Family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, March 10, 2011.

Mary Woodward Baker

RUBY – Mary Woodward Baker, 100, died March 3, 2011.

Funeral services were held March 6 at White Oak Presbyterian with burial following in the church cemetery.

Visitation was held March 5 at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home, in Chesterfield.

Baker, born April 22, 1910, in Ruby was a daughter of the late Walter Abraham and Minnie Smith

Woodward. She was a homemaker and the oldest member of White Oak Presbyterian . She enjoyed working in her flowers, and loved her family, friends and her Lord. In addition to her parents, Mary was also preceded in death by husband J.C. Baker Jr., grandchildren Darryl Wayne Lewis and Stephanie Renee Croxton, and six brothers and one sister.

Surviving are daughters Linda Ellen Lewis, of Cheraw, and Estelle (Ernest) Croxton, of Lancaster, S.C.; granddaughters Bonnie Jean (Jeff) Davis, Crystal (John) Cutchin and Candice (Mike) Yates; six great-grandchildren Lauren & Jeffrey Davis, Blake Rogers, Kessler & Kamlyn Cutchin, and Brooke Yates; and six step great-grandchildren Laura & J.T. Cutchin, Mandy & Emory Yates, and Aaron & William Yates

Memorials can be sentto White Oak Presbyterian , 5386 Angelus Road, Ruby, SC 29741, or to a charity of one’s choice.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Baker Family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, March 10, 2011.

DeThane Merriman Garbelman

MYRTLE BEACH – DeThane Merriman Garbelman, 90, of Eagle Crest died March 5, 2011.

The family will receive friends 2-4 p.m. March 13 at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home, in Chesterfield.

An earlier visitation was held March 9 at Goldfinch Funeral Home Beach Chapel, in Myrtle Beach. Internment will be at a later date in Arlington National Cemetery

Garbelman, born April 24, 1920, in Chesterfield, was a daughter of the late John William and Marie Elizabeth Middleton Merriman. She was an elegant woman with a fascination for shoes and fashion. She enjoyed golf and gardening.

She was preceded in death by parents; husband Paul B. Garbelman; brothers J. W. (Mary Lou) Merriman and Perry Merriman; and sisters Gladys M. (Ray) Johnston, Lattie Merriman and Geraldine M. (Ralph) Watson.

Surviving are brother I. B. (Jo) Merriman, of Chesterfield; sons Henry (Adriana) Garbelman, of Myrtle Beach, Kevin (Alicia) Garbelman, of Dale City, Va.; grandchildren SPG of Brooklyn, N.Y., Scott and Austin Garbelman, both of Silver Spring, Md.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home of Chesterfield was in charge of the arrangements. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, March 10, 2011.

Melvin Gainey

PATRICK – Melvin E. Gainey, 86, died Feb. 28, 2011.

Funeral services were held March 3 at Brown Springs Baptist with burial following in the church cemetery.

Vistation was held March 2 at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home, in Chesterfield.

Gainey, born Sept. 23, 1924, in Patrick, was a son of the late Murray and Rosa Lee Roscoe Gainey. He was a retired carpenter with Jim Walter’s Homes.

Gainey was a lifelong faithful member of Brown Springs Baptist where he served as former deacon, chairman of deacons and was instrumental in building the church parsonage.

In addition to his parents, Gainey was preceded in death by wife Jewel Tyner Gainey; son David Eugene Gainey; grandson Justin Gandy; brothers J.C. Gainey and Murray “Junior” Gainey; and sister Carolyn Rae Gainey.

Surviving are daughters Linda (Charles) Griggs, of Patrick, Doris (Tim) Gandy, of Hartsville, and Jackie (Pee Wee) Edwards, of Patrick; and four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

Memorials can be made to Brown Springs Baptist, 14297 Hwy. 102, Patrick, S.C. 29584

Miller-River-Caulder Funeral Home served the Gainey Family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, March 10, 2011.

Robert Purvis Jr.

CHESTERFIELD – Robert Purvis Jr., 74, died March 6, 2011.

Funeral services were held March 9 at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home Chapel with internment following in the Bethesda United Methodist Church Cemetery. The family held visitation at the funeral home March 8.

Purvis, born Halloween 1936 in Chesterfield, was a son of the late Sidney Purvis and Ruth Williams Caulder. He was a retired mechanic with A.O. Smith Water Heaters with over 35 years of service and

a U.S. Army Veteran.

He was preceded in death by parents, brother David Ray Caulder and sister Brenda Fincher.

Surviving are sons Anthony Purvis, of Cheraw, and Ervin (Lynette) Purvis, currently stationed in Germany via U.S. Army; daughters Renee Purvis (Robert) Hatcher, of Cheraw, and Christine Purvis (Scott) Ludlow, of Cheraw; sister Betty Gainey, of Hartsville; mother of children Tina St. Pierre, of Cheraw; grandchildren Katie Brooke Purvis, Mason Purvis, Jaylen Purvis, Caitlyn Purvis, Nicholas Ludlow and Garrett Ludlow

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Purvis Family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, March 10, 2011.

Mamie Johnson Hanna

GREENSBORO, N.C. – Mamie Johnson Hanna, 80, died Feb. 22, 2011.

Funeral services were held Feb. 26, at Sweet Home Missionary Baptist Church, Ruby, with burial following in the church cemetery.

Mrs. Mamie Johnson Hanna daughter of the late Julius Sr. and Theressa Campbell Johnson was born on October 10, 1931 in Chesterfield County, South Carolina.

Mamie was united in holy matrimony to Rudolph Hanna on May 27, 1953. To this union, two sons were born.

Mamie retired from Belk’s Department Store in Greensboro, N.C. Mamie was a member of St. James Baptist Church, Greensboro, NC. where she served on the Missionary Board. She had a meek quiet humble spirit but strength and honor was her clothing. She believed in the Bible and knew the power of prayer. Mamie extended her motherly love to many people throughout her years. She leaves to cherish fond memories: her husband, Rudolph Hanna; a son, Randolph Hanna (Bernadette), Greensboro, N.C.; two grandchildren, Terrence Hanna and Brandi Hanna, Greensboro, N.C.; a goddaughter, Divida Hayes, Greensboro, N.C.; a special niece, Annie Louise Hamilton, Baltimore, MD, three sisters-in-law, Mary E. Johnson, Columbia; Annie Myers, Cheraw; and Sarah Streater, New Haven, CT; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Mamie was preceded in death by a son, Melvin Hanna and all six of her siblings, Julius Johnson, Jr., Luther Johnson, Nebraska Johnson, Tommy Johnson, Daisy Redfearn, and Clara Bennett.

Flemming Funeral Home was served the Hanna Family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, March 10, 2011.

Kimberly Dawn “Kim” Quick                                                                                                                                                                                                  RUBY – Kimberly Dawn “Kim” Quick, 31, died March 8, 2011.

Funeral services were held March 10 at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home Chapel with burial following in Chatham Hill Memorial Gardens, Cheraw. The family held visitation March 9 at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home.

Ms. Quick was born May 31, 1979, in Chesterfield, a daughter of Annie Wallace Caulford and the late James Owens Caulder, Sr. She was a graduate of Stanley Academy and attended Gaston College. Kim was a CNA and a Phlebotomist. She loved animals and enjoyed reading.

Surviving are her mother, Annie Caulford of Ruby; soul mate and friend, John Quick of Cheraw; brothers, James O. (Samantha) Caulder, Jr. of Hartsville; Johnny Caulder and A. J. Caulder of Patrick; sister, Katie Caulder of Patrick; sister of the heart, Lynn Haire of Chesterfield; godmother, Vicky Williams; and several aunts and uncles

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home of Chesterfield served the Quick family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Thursday, March 17, 2011.

Geneva Deason Smith                                                                                                                                                       PAGELAND – Geneva Deason Smith, 74, died March 13, 2011.

Funeral services were held March 16, at Lighthouse Baptist Church with burial in Greenlawn Memorial Park. Visitation was held March 15, at Sutton-Baumgartner Funeral Home.

Geneva was a daughter of the late Harvey Reece and Ethel Horne Deason. She retired from Conbraco after 30 years.

Preceding her in death was her husband, Norman ‘Mack’ M. Smith; son, Glenn McLeod; brothers, James Hank Deason and Wayne Reece Deason; sisters, Frances Edwards and Mildred Miller; and grandchildren, Shannon Rene Hargrove and Matthew Hargrove.

Survivors include sons, Ray Hargrove of Moundsville, WV; Norman Reece Hargrove, Mike Hargrove Sr., Howard Smith, Marty Smith all of Pageland, James McGready Jr. of Kershaw; daughters, Bennie Alexson, Tammy Wray, Lashanda Smith, all of Pageland; brothers, John Frank Deason of Pageland; Thomas Deason of Rockingham, N.C.; Harvey Deason of Jefferson; Eugene Deason, Earl Deason, Charles Deason, Ronnie Deason, all of Pageland; sisters; Ella Locke of Hamlet, N.C.; Katie Langley, Margie Noe, both of Lancaster; eight grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.

Memorials may be made to Grace Baptist Church, PO Box 506, Pageland, S.C. 29728.

Sutton-Baumgartner Funeral Home of Pageland was in charge of the arrangements. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Thursday, March 17, 2011.

Troyene Bailey Polson                                                                                                                                                    CHESTERFIELD – Troyene Bailey Polson, 58, died March 9, 2011.

Funeral services were held March 12, at Pine Grove Baptist Church, burial followed in the church cemetery. Visitation was held March 11, at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home, Chesterfield.

Mrs. Polson was born Dec. 23, 1952, in Wadesboro, N.C., daughter of Hattie Mae Morrison Bailey and the late Rev. James Thomas “J. T.” Bailey. She was a graduate of Bowman High School Class of 1971 and was a former supervisor with Takata. Troyene loved playing the piano, singing, crocheting, and gardening. She was a member of Pine Grove Baptist Church. In addition to her father, Troyene was preceded in death by her husband Jerald W. Polson.

Troyene is survived by sons, Jerald W. Polson, Jr. of Chesterfield; and Christopher B. (Joanna) Polson of Colorado Springs, CO; daughter Janet P. (Donald) Jordan of Chesterfield; six grandchildren, Gracie, Tripp and Cason Polson, Donald Jr., John, and Katelynn Jordan, mother, Hattie Mae Bailey of Wadesboro, N.C.; brother, James T. “Jimmy” Bailey, Jr. of Wadesboro, N.C.; sister, Judy B. (Allen) Skipper of Lilesville, N.C.; mother-in-law, Nellie P. McLain of Chesterfield.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Polson Family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Thursday, March 17, 2011.

William Crawford

CHERAW – William “Billy” Crawford, 68, died March 06, 2011.

Funeral services were held March 9, at Cheraw Family Worship Center, Cheraw. Burial with military honors followed in Mt. Olivet United Methodist Church cemetery. The family held visitation March 8, at Kiser Funeral Home, Cheraw.

Born in Red Springs, N.C. he was a son of Helen Dolores Atkinson Crawford of Laurinburg, N.C. and the late Carrington Benjamin Crawford. He was a retired auto mechanic. He was a member of Cheraw Family Worship Center. Mr. Crawford was a US Army Veteran. He enjoyed baseball, softball and fishing.

He was preceded in death by his father listed above, brothers, J. Henry Crawford, CB Crawford, Jr. and a sister, Hazel Etherton.

Surviving are his wife, Teresa Locklear Crawford, sons William Ronald (Angela) Crawford, Jr., Billy Nash (Katie) Crawford, daughters, Venessa C. (David) Driggers, Tracy Lynn (Mike) Crawford all of Cheraw; his mother listed above, sisters, Mary Lee (James) Knight of Cheraw; Delorise Marie (Houston) Chavis of Laurel Hill, N.C.; Betty Ann Sheperd of Marietta, GA,; Teresa Lane (Denis) Turner of Laurinburg, N.C.; and seven grandchildren, Tiffani A. Driggers, Carrington N. Driggers, Caleb D. Gregory, Brianna Driggers, Melody D. Crawford, Emily M. Crawford, Trent W. Crawford and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.

Memorials can be made to: The ALS Association, Development Department, 27001 Agoura Road, Suite 250, Calabasas Hills, CA 91301.

Kiser Funeral Home served the Crawford Family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Thursday, March 17, 2011.

Leslie Frank Stubbs

BENNETTSVILLE – Leslie Frank Stubbs, 79, died March 11, 2011.

Funeral services were held March 14, at Rogers Funeral Home, McColl. Burial followed in the Quick Family Cemetery, Clio. The family held visitation March 13, at the funeral home.

Born Dec. 13, 1931, in Marlboro County, he was the son of the late Leslie and Sally Stubbs. A long time farmer, his hobbies included NASCAR, beekeeping, and gardening.

He was preceded in death by a brother, Grady Stubbs.

Surviving is his wife, Lucille Stubbs; his five children: son, James (Joyce) Stubbs of Bennettsville; David (Jo) Stubbs of Gaffney; daughters, Linda Stubbs of Laurel Hill; Beverly (SMG, Jimmy Barraza) of Harker Heights, Texas; and Cheryl Stubbs of Bennettsville; his siblings, Everett Stubbs, Sally Moore both of Bennettsville; William Stubbs of Gibson; and Mamie Oxendine of Hamlet, N.C., eight grandchildren; and ten great grandchildren.

Rogers Funeral Home, McColl is in charge of the arrangements. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Thursday, March 17, 2011.

Sara Rivers

2011. CROGHAN – Sara Rivers, 98, died March 3, 2011.

Graveside funeral services were held March 5, in the Mt. Croghan United Methodist Church Cemetery.

Sara was born to Sylvester and Molly H. Atkinson on May 18, 1912. Ms. Rivers was a lifelong resident of Mt. Croghan and was a member of the Mt. Croghan United Methodist Church.

Ms. Rivers was preceded in death by her husband, W. Vane Rivers. She is survived by her daughter, Peggy of Columbia and her son, Jim.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Sara Rivers’ memory to Hospice of Chesterfield County, P.O. Box 293, Chesterfield, S.C. 29709, or to a charity of one’s choice.

Miller-River-Caulder Funeral Home served the Rivers Family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Thursday, March 17, 2011.

Kathy Eddins Morris

CHESTERFIELD – Kathy Eddins Morris, 48, died March 8, 2011.

Funeral services were held March 10, at Westfield Creek Baptist Church with burial following in the church cemetery. Visitation was held prior to the service at the church.

Mrs. Morris was born December 26, 1962, in Chesterfield, S.C., daughter of Jenny Eddins Gaddy and the late James Isaac “Buck” Eddins. She graduated from Chesterfield High School in 1981, and also attended the University of South Carolina where she majored in Music. Mrs. Morris worked at Glenn Manufacturing and Delta Mills for a number of years. However, for the last eleven years Kathy did what she truly loved, being a stay-at-home mom and wife. She was a lifelong member of Westfield Creek Baptist Church where she served as the organist for over thirty years. Kathy was also an accomplished pianist and soloist. Over the years, Kathy served as Vacation Bible School coordinator, Christmas play director, AWANA leader, Sunday School teacher, member of the social committee, coordinator of the Marriage Matters committee, and member of the Baptist Women. She was also very involved with the Chesterfield High School Booster Club, helped with the Chesterfield High School Band, and was a Girl Scout Leader for eleven years. Kathy loved playing the piano and organ, singing, being with family and friends, and being a mom.

Kathy is survived by her beloved husband of over 29 years, Sammy Evan Morris of the home; children, Whitney Caitlin Morris, Maeghan Kimberly “Rosie” Morris, and Christian Isaac Morris of the home; mother, Jenny Eddins Gaddy of Chesterfield; mother-in-law, Leona B. Morris of Cheraw; also countless other friends and family.

Memorials may be made to the Westfield Creek Baptist Church “Music Dept.” 316 Westfield Church Road, Cheraw, S.C. 29520

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Morris Family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Thursday, March 17, 2011.

Eric Ignatius Turner                                                                                                                                                               TEXAS – Eric Ignatius Turner, 34, died March 11, 2011.

Funeral services were held March 18 at Bethel, A.M.E. Church, Dillon, burial followed. The family received friends after the service.

Mr. Turner, the son of the late Susan Wright Gerald and Elwood Ignatius Turner, was born on August 13, 1976 in Brooklyn, N.Y. He was currently residing in Texas.

Eric accepted Christ at an early age where he attended St. Anthony’s Baptist Church, Brooklyn, N.Y. He attended and graduated with honors from Paul Robeson High School, Brooklyn, N.Y. In 1991. Eric was later employed by Kennedy Airport in New York City and as a Airport Security Officer for several years. He relocated to Decatur, GA, where he furthered his education. He then relocated to Charlotte, N.C. and was employed by Federal Express for several years.

Eric is survived by his father, Elwood Ignatiurs Turner, of GA; step-father, Alender (Al) Gerald, of Dillon; two step-sisters, Bridget Gerald of Brooklyn, N.Y.; Belinda Henderson of Dothan, AL; four nephews, Andre, Antonie, Treymane and Destin; aunts, Arie (George) Goldson and Elease (Matthew) Miller both of Cheraw, two great-aunts, Ida and Leola Bass, both of Wallace; one special cousin, Torie King of Brooklyn, N.Y.; a a host of cousins, relatives and friends; and his mentor and best friends, Mr. Grover Shaunty of Houston, TX.

House of Thomas Funeral Home, Dillon, served the Turner Family.  Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Thursday, March 24, 2011.

William Perry “Bo” Gaskins                                                                                                                                                     CHESTERFIELD – William “Bo” Gaskins, 63, died March 20, 2011.

Funeral services were held March 23, at Shiloh United Methodist Church, Chesterfield with burial following in the church cemetery. Visitation was held March 22, at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home.

Mr. Gaskins was born June 10, 1947, in Chesterfield, son of Ruby Mae Walters Gaskins and the late Burch Gilbert Gaskins. He was a graduate of Chesterfield High School Class of 1966. Bo was a retired supervisor with Cone Mills and was a service technician with Communications Technology. Mr. Gaskins was a U.S. Army Veteran, serving during the Vietnam War. He was a member of Shiloh United Methodist Church, serving in the Men’s Club, Choir and the New Hope Sunday School Class, and Cemetery Trustee Chairman. Bo enjoyed hunting, fishing, bicycling, cooking at the cabin and was an avid Chesterfield Ram supporter.

Mr. Gaskins is survived by wife of 42 years, Jackie Eddins Gaskins, of the home, son, Andy (Kim) Gaskins of Chesterfield; daughters, Amy Gaskins, Lisa Smith and fiance, Kris Hardwich, all of Chesterfield; five grandchildren, Brandon and Trent Smith, Gracyn and Will Gaskins and Bryton Gaskins; mother, Ruby Walters Gaskins of Chesterfield; brother, Jesse (Audrey) Gaskins of Cheraw; sister, Pam (Jerry) Huntley of Chesterfield.

Memorials may be made to Shiloh United Methodist Church “Fellowship Hall Improvement Fund”, c/o Shirley Douglas, 897 Burch Road, Chesterfield, S.C. 29709

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Gaskins Family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Thursday, March 24, 2011.

Agnes Olene Harris Marsh

WADESBORO, N.C. – Agnes Olene Harris Marsh, 82, died March19, 2011.

Funeral services were held March 23, at Victory Baptist Church. Interment followed in Anson Memorial Park. The family greeted friends prior to the service.

Agnes was born June 18, 1928, in Richmond County, daughter of the late George Washington and Daisy Mills Harris. She was a loving mother and member of Victory Baptist Church.

Surviving are her children, Delores (Jerry Burroughs) Previtte of Wadesboro, N.C.; Gene (Becky) Marsh of Chesterfield; David (Carol) Marsh of Concord, N.C.; and Ricky (Julie) Marsh of Lilesville, N.C,; nine grandchildren, ten great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

Agnes was preceded in death by her husband, Wade Hampton Marsh, her daughter-in-law, Vilma Marsh, and grandson, Wade Richard Marsh.

Memorials may be made to Victory Baptist Church, P.O. Box 38, Lilesville, N.C. 28091.

Leavitt Funeral Home served the Marsh Family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Thursday, March 24, 2011.

Phyllis Workman McCoig                                                                                                                                                      CHESTERFIELD – Phyllis Workman McCoig, 69, died March 15, 2011.

There was a graveside service held March 18, at Westfield Creek Baptist Church Cemetery, Cheraw.

Mrs. McCoig was born Dec. 27, 1941, in Twilight, West VA, daughter of the late Alvia and Vivian Workman. She was a retired employee of Champion International in Olmsted Falls, Ohio. Mrs. McCoig was a member of Westfield Creek Baptist Church. In addition to her parents, Phyllis was also preceded in death by a son, Dwayne McCoig, and her daughter, Renee McCoig.

Phyllis is survived by her beloved husband of 50 years, Ronald G. McCoig ,of the home, son, Russell McCoig of Chesterfield; four grandchildren, Debbie McCoig, Vanessa (Michael) Zemba, Ronald O’Neal McCoig, and Elisha McCoig; one great grandson,

Connor Dwayne McCoig; brother, Harold Workman of West VA; and sister, Sandra Agusta of West VA.

Memorials may be made in memory of Mrs. McCoig to the Westfield Creek Baptist Church, 316 Westfield Church Road, Cheraw, S.C., 29520.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the McCoig Family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Thursday, March 24, 2011.

Viola Williams “Maw Maw” Sikes                                                                                                                                                  RUBY – Viola Williams “Maw Maw” Sikes, 87, died March 15, 2011.

Funeral services were held March 18, at Center Grove Baptist Church, Mt. Croghan, burial followed in the church cemetery. Visitation was held March 17, at the church.

Mrs. Sikes was born May 3, 1923, in Anson County, N.C., daughter of the late Jesse Preston and Fannie Kay Knox Williams. She was a homemaker and a life – long member of Center Grove Baptist Church. Viola was married to the late Leroy Sikes and was also preceded in death by 3 brothers, Jim, Bill, and Sharp Williams; sisters, Dollie Mae Curlee, and Minnie Lee Morton; daughters, Sara S. Snipes, and Frances S. Hudson; and by a grandson, Chris Sikes.

Viola is survived by sons, Leroy (Jean) Sikes, Jr. of Mt. Croghan; Jimmy Sikes of Chesterfield; Bobby Sikes of Mt. Croghan; Donnie (Vicky) Sikes, and Mickey Sikes both of Ruby; daughter, Carolyn S. (Melvin) Weaver of Pageland; sister, Rachel Collins of Rockingham, N.C.; 13 grandchildren and 29 great grandchildren.

Memorials may be made to Center Grove Baptist Church, 22971 Hwy. 9, Mt. Croghan, S.C. 29727 or to Hospice of Chesterfield County, P.O. Box 293, Chesterfield, S.C. 29709.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Sikes Family.  Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Thursday, March 24, 2011.

Donald Gene Brigman                                                                                                                                                                CHERAW – Donald Gene Brigman, 80, died March 16, 2011.

Funeral services were held March 19, at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home Chapel, Chesterfield, interment with military honors followed in the Lower Macedonia Memorial Gardens. Visitation was held prior to the service at the funeral home.

Mr. Brigman was born Jan. 27, 1931, in Chesterfield, son of the late John Jacob and Bertha Purvis Brigman. He was a U.S. Army Veteran of the Korean War having served as Corporal. Donald was the retired owner and operator of Northside Grocery and McBrides Park and Shop. He was an avid gardener and enjoyed sharing his vegetables with family and friends. In addition to his parents, Donald was preceded in death by his first wife, Alma Roscoe Brigman.

Donald is survived by wife, Ruth G. Brigman of the home; daughters, Janice Brigman (Kenny) Smith of Ridgeway; Joan Brigman Tyson of Cheraw, Lisa Brigman (Robert) Skillings of Lugoff, and Lori Ann Brigman of Cheraw; eight grandchildren, Jacob (Janay) Huey, Allyson (Jake) Blaisure, Elesha Quick, Deanna (Jody) Jacobs, Paula Quick, William Tyson, Rachel Skillings, and Erin Skillings; nine great grandchildren, Ciara, Kaitlyn, Harley, Summer, Cody, Jay, Sarah, Emma, and Hayden; brother, John Calvin Brigman of Miami, FL; sister, Elizabeth B. Teal of Savannah, GA.

Memorials may be made to Agape Hospice, 309 E. Main Street, Bennettsville, S.C. 29512 or to the American Cancer Society, 128 Stonemark Ln., Columbia, S.C. 29212.

Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Thursday, March 24, 2011.

Baby ZyArial Usoni McQueen                                                                                                                                                    CHERAW – Baby ZyArial Usoni McQueen, 2 months old, died March 11, 2011.

A graveside services was held March 15, at Gillespie Cemetery.

ZyArial Usoni McQueen was born January 6, 2011 in Chesterfield County, S.C., to Kimberly Pacheco and Roosevelt Trayvon McQueen.

ZyArial is survived by her loving parents, Kimberly Pacheco and Roosevelt Trayvon McQueen, Cheraw; sister, Alana Rene Pacheco and brother, Trayvon Zymier McQueen, both of the home; maternal grandparents, Robin Barrios, Cheraw; and Joe Pacheco, Guadalajara, Mexico; paternal grandparents, Roosevelt W. and Carolyn McQueen, Cheraw; great grandparents, John and Sara Bell Price, Chesterfield; Robert Odell and Josephine McQueen, Cheraw; a great great grandmother, Allie Mae Stafford, Chesterfield; aunts, Sherena McQueen and Angela Melton both of Cheraw; a host of cousins, other relatives and friends.

ZyArial was preceded in death by a great grandfather, Henry Melton and a great great grandfather, Tom Stafford.

Flemming Funeral Home served the McQueen Family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Thursday, March 31, 2011.

Gladys Griffin Ingram

CHERAW – Gladys Griffin Ingram, 79, died March 19, 2011.

Funeral services were held March 21 at Pleasant Grove United Methodist with interment in the church cemetery.

Ingram was was a daughter of the late Robert and Lizzie Rainwater Ingram.

She was a member of Pleasant Grove United Methodist and a homemaker.

Ingram was predeceased by husband Hoyt Ingram Sr.

Surviving are sons John Samuel Ingram, of Heathsville, Va., Hoyt B. Ingram Jr., of Chesterfield, and Sonny K. Ingram, of Ohio; daughters Peggy Lemon,of Henrico, Va., and Janice Ingram Griffith, of Cheraw; eight grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

Norton Funeral Home served the Ingram family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Thursday, March 31, 2011.

Margaret Jennie Warfel Wagner

CHERAW – Margaret Jennie Warfel Wagner, 88, died March 9, 2011.

Graveside services were held on March 14 at Florence National Cemetery.

Wagner, born in Chester, Penn., was a daughter of the late Daniel and Jennie McNatt Warfel. She was a retired secretary with the Baldwin Locomotive Works in Pennsylvania.

Wagner attended Cash Baptist.

Survivng are son Carl P. Wagner Jr., of Cheraw; and grandsons Carl P. Wagner III, of Florence, and Daniel B. Wagner, of Cheraw.

Norton Funeral Home served the Wagner family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Thursday, March 31, 2011.

Mary Emma Powe Wallace

CHERAW – Mary Emma Powe Wallace, 83, died March 20, 2011.

Funeral services were held March 22 at Cheraw Family Worship Center with burial in Old St. David’s Cemetery.

Wallace, born in Florence, was a daughter of the late James Edward and Gary Evans Powe. She was a graduate of Cheraw High and attended Flora McDonald College and Lander University. She was a homemaker .

Surviving are daughters Eleanor Wilson Burr, of Cheraw, and Paula Williams,of Jefferson; sons Thomas (Peggy) Wallace Jr., of Cheraw, and C. Bryan (Rosemary) Gray, of Georgetown; sister Susan Powe Huggins, of Cheraw; and seven grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.

Norton Funeral Home served the Wallace family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Thursday, March 31, 2011.

James Calvin Phillips, Sr.

CHERAW – James Calvin Phillips Sr., 84, died March 18, 2011.

Graveside services were held March 21 at Chatham Hill Memorial Gardens.

Phillips, born in Anson County, N.C., was a son of the late James Peter and Clara Ingram Phillips. He was a veteran having served in the US Navy during WWII.

Surviving are wife Rudelle Crould Phillips, of the home; daughter Donna (Jimmy) Cassidy, of Cheraw; sons James Calvin (Cathy) Phillips Jr., of Wadesboro, N.C., and Richard (Molly) Phillips, of Cheraw; and six grandchildren and three great- grandchildren.

Norton Funeral Home served the Phillips Family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Thursday, March 31, 2011.

Betty Jo Lee Haire

WALLACE – Betty Jo Lee Haire, 73, died March 19, 2011.

Funeral services were held March 22 at White’s Creek Freewill Baptist with interment in the church cemetery.

Haire, born in Horry County, was a daughter of the late Jabe and Lottie Jane Hardee Lee, and the wife of the late Allen J. Haire. She was a retired textile inspector.

Surviving are daughter Tammy Lee (Jeff) Higgins, of Clayton, N.C.; son Benny Michael Haire, of Wallace; sister Oletta Cox, of Rocky Point, N.C.; granddaughters Amiee Higgins, of Columbia, and Amber Van Buren, of Clayton; and great- grandsons Cody Williams and Allen Book, of Clayton.

Norton Funeral Home served the Haire family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Thursday, March 31, 2011.

Jimmy C. Freeman                                                                                                                                                       CHESTERFIELD – Jimmy C. Freeman, 75, died March 25, 2011.

Funeral services were held March 28 at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home Chapel with private family services at White Oak Presbyterian Church Cemetery. Visitation was held March 27 at the funeral home.

Born Aug. 7, 1935, in Ruby, Freeman was a son of the late Atha Louis and Bessie Sutton Freeman. He was a graduate of Ruby High Class of 1953 and retired from Chesterfield County Health Department.

Freeman was a former owner and operator of Redfearn Feed and Seed. Freeman was a member of the Board of Directors at Lynches River Electric Cooperative for the past 14 years, and was former member of the Chesterfield County Library Board and was a member of Chesterfield Masonic Lodge No. 220. He was a lifelong member of White Oak Presbyterian, where he served as Elder and on various other church committees. Freeman was an avid outdoors man, and enjoyed farming, gardening, hunting, and buying and selling antique tractors. Most of all, he loved people and helping others.

Surviving are wife of 55 years Julieth “Teenie” Lisenby Freeman, of the home; sons Michael (Phyllis) Freeman, of Fayetteville, N.C., and Greg (Mary Jean) Freeman, of Ruby; daughter Ann (Dean) Chapman, of Hartsville; sister Atha Lou Gibson, of Cheraw; and grandchildren Molly Freeman (Joey) Miller, Kendall Chapman, Jay Chapman and Bessie Freeman.

Memorials can be sent to White Oak Presbyterian Church “Building Fund”, 5386 Angelus Road, Ruby, S.C. 29741

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Freeman Family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Thursday, March 31, 2011.

Margie Quick Lee

CHERAW – Margie Quick Lee, 89, died March 17, 2011.

Funeral services were held March 19 at Old St. David’s Cemetery.

Lee, born in Marlboro County, was a daughter of the late Jim and Lilly Rainwater Quick.

She was an active member of North Cheraw Baptist and was a retired employee of Burlington Industries James Fabrics plant in Cheraw. She was a very active person and she loved to dance and enjoyed being with family and friends and truly enjoyed living life.

She was predeceased by husband Cular James Lee and son Eugene Lee.

Surviving are daughters Carolyn (Perry) Cumber, of Rockingham, N.C., and Linda (George) Richardson, of Cheraw; sister Louise Brown, of Cheraw; and daughter in-law Myrteen Lee, of Cheraw; and six grandchildren and five great grandchildren. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Thursday, March 31, 2011h.

2011. L. Roscoe                                                                                                                                                               CHESTERFIELD – J. L. Roscoe, 80, died March 27, 2011.

Funeral services were held March 31 at Chesterfield Baptist with burial in the Chesterfield Cemetery. Visitation was held March 30, at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home.

Born Feb. 3, 1931, in Chesterfield, Roscoe was a son of the late John Gurley Roscoe and Geneva Rivers Roscoe. He was retired owner and operator of Roscoe Service Center and Delta Oil, and was an avid farmer.

Roscoe was a former member of the S.C. National Guard and a US Air Force Veteran. He was a member of Chesterfield Baptist. He enjoyed fishing, farming, and riding in his truck.

In addition to his parents, Roscoe was preceded in death by wife Betty Jean Roscoe; son Chris Roscoe; daughter-in-law Danya B. Roscoe Lisenby; brother Robert Hugh Roscoe; sisters Della Mae Hartwick and Mavis Beyersdorf; and half-brother Ralph Roscoe.

Surviving are granddaughter Krista L. Roscoe, of Chesterfield; brothers Reece (Bernicia) Roscoe, of Cheraw, and Billy (Frances) Roscoe, of Irmo, S.C.; sisters Pat Gainey, of Cheraw, and Aronica (Bennie) Teal, of Chesterfield; half-brothers Johnny Ray Roscoe, of Patrick, and Ervin Wayne Roscoe, of Hamlet, N.C.; special niece and caregiver April Purvis (Don) Gooch, of Cheraw; and a number of other nieces and nephews.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Roscoe Family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Thursday, March 31, 2011.

Lillie Mae Miller Sander

BENNETTSVILLE – Lillie Mae Miller Sander, 80, died March 22, 2011.

A memorial service was held March 25 at the Richard Boles Funeral Service Chapel.

Visitation was held prior to the service at Richard Boles Funeral Service.

Born July 8, 1930, in Marlboro County, Sander was adaughter of the late William and Sudie Mussellwhite Miller and the wife to the late Henry Sander. She served many years as a teacher’s assistant with the Marlboro County School System.

Sander was also preceded in death by brothers Earl Miller and John W. Miller and sisters Helen Hudson, Virginia Lee and Dorris Harris.

Surviving are sons Terry Lee (Renee) Holfert, of Laurinburg, N.C., and Anthony (Vanessa) Gause, of Columbia; brothers Franklin D. Miller and Douglas G. Miller, of Laurinburg N.C.; and eight grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.

Memorials can be sent to Hospice of Scotland County, P.O. Box 1033, Laurinburg, N,C, 28353.  Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Thursday, March 31, 2011.

Wyman Joe Lisenby

PAGELAND – Wyman Joe Lisenby, 53, died Friday, March 25, 2011.

Funeral services were held March 29 at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home Chapel with burial in the Philadelphia

Baptist Church Cemetery, in Marshville, N.C. Lisenby, born Oct. 18, 1957, in Wadesboro, N.C., was a son of the late Carson Thurlo and Margie Faye Gooden Lisenby. He was owner and operator of Joe’s Auto Repair & Carburetor Shop. Lisenby loved drag racing and classic car shows, and enjoyed spending time at the beach and mountains.

In addition to his parents, Lisenbywas preceded in death by wife Cheryl Ann Oster Lisenby.

Surviving are sisters Robin (Henry) Rivers, Scarlett (Larry) German and Shelia (Wayne) Owens, of Pageland; nieces Sharon McManus, Sarah Ann Owens and Misty Lynn German; nephews James Wyman Owens and Travis Oster; four great nephews, three great nieces, and one great, great nephew; mother-in-law Annie Mae Sneed Oster, of Marshville; and brother-in-law Randy (Beverly) Oster, of Marshville.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Lisenby Family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Thursday, March 31, 2011.

Elsie Cummings Perhealth

WALLACE – Elsie Cummings Perhealth, 62, died March 13, 2011.

Funeral services were held March 17 at White’s Creek Freewill Baptist with burial in the church cemetery.

Perhealth, born in Gibson, N.C., was a daughter of Henry and Gennie Ledwell Cummings . She was a member of White’s Creek Freewill Baptist and was a former employee of Carolina Canners.

She was predeceased by daughter Joyce Dale Perhealth Webber.

Surviving are husband Alvin F. Perhealth Sr., of the home; daughters Patricia (Ray) Kelly, of Wallace, S.C.; and Manda (Tony) Lee, of Cheraw; son Alvin F. (Jennifer) Perhealth Jr., of Effingham; brothers Homer Cummings, Wayne (Sue) Cummings and Tom (Diane) Cummings and sister Pat (Jimmy) Henderson, of Wallace; grandchildren Jeremy Kelly, Elisha Kelly, Dakota Lee, Cheyenne Lee, Noah Perhealth and Elijah Perhealth.

Norton Funeral Home served the Perhealth Family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Thursday, March 31, 2011.

Marguerite Creech Isgett

Asheville, NC – Marguerite Creech Isgett, 81, died March 28 2011.

A native of Bennettsville, SC. She had resided in Asheville for over 50 years, was a homemaker and was a member of First Baptist Church of Asheville.

Marguerite Isgett was the daughter of the late Ebbie Creech and Julia Quick Creech and wife of the late W. Lee Isgett. She was also preceded in death by her 7 elder brothers, Hardin, Hamer, Howard, Harmon, Willie, Arthur and Walker Creech.

Surviving are her children, Sharon Isgett McMurry (Patrick) of Arden, NC, Stephen Isgett (Tammie) of Fletcher, NC and Scott Isgett of Taylors; grandsons, Timothy Isgett, Tyler Isgett, Noah McMurry and Thomas Isgett; sisters-in-law, Mary Creech of Wallace, and Frances Isgett Matheson and husband Bill of Asheville; brother-in-law, Perry Isgett of Cheraw; several nieces and nephews.

Memorial services will be held 4 PM, March 31, in the chapel of Anders-Rice Funeral Home in Asheville with Rev. David Blackmon officiating.

The family will receive friends following services at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to First Baptist Church of Asheville, 5 Oak Street, Asheville, NC 28801.

Anders-Rice Funeral Home served the Isgett Family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Thursday, March 31, 2011.

Dorothy “Lottie” McFarlin                                                                                                                                                 CHESTERFIELD – Dorothy “Lottie” McFarlin, 50, died March 14, 2011.

Funeral services were held March 19, at Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist Church, Chesterfield.

Ms. Dorothy “Lottie” McFarlin was born August 3, 1960 in Chesterfield, S.C. She was the daughter of George and Dorethea McFarlin McDuffie.

Lottie was a faithful member of Mount Olive Missionary Baptist Church in Chesterfield, South Carolina where she sang with the Young Adult and Senior choirs. She graduated from Chesterfield High School in 1979. During her high school years, she was an athlete and played on the softball and basketball team. She was also very creative in the area of arts and crafts. Lottie enjoyed sewing pillows, making curtains and other decorative items for her family and friends.

Lottie worked for several positions in the textile industry. She was a devoted and faithful employee at Glenn Manufacturing in Morven, N.C. for twelve years. She was currently employed at Jo-Anne Narrow Fabrics for thirteen years in Chesterfield until her death.

Lottie is survived by sons, Kenneth McFarlin and Gregory Young, Jr., Chesterfield; her parents, George and Dorethea McDuffie, Chesterfield; a brother, Thomas Bates, Washington, D.C.; sister, Janice Walker (William Sr.), Burgaw, N.C.; aunts, Helen Marshall (George), Currie, NC, Mary Galloway (John), Washington, D.C.; Etherline Hayes, Oxon Hill, MD, Luevinia McFarlin, Washington, D.C.; Genora Dixon and Peggy Evans, Chesterfield; uncle, Robert McFarlin, Chesterfield; a great aunt, Ruth Bennett, Lancaster; special cousins, Linda Jefferson, Cynthia Campbell and Reggina Dixon; a host of cousins, other relatives, friends.

Lottie was preceded in death by an aunt, Elizabeth Ann McFarlin.

Flemming Funeral Home served the McFarlin Family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Thursday, March 31, 2011.

Irene Yarborough Sowell                                                                                                                                                               JEFFERSON – Irene Yarborough Sowell, 98, died March 11, 2011.

Funeral services were held March 16, at Mount Elon United Methodist Church, Jefferson.

Mrs. Irene Yarborough Sowell was born on January 4, 1913 in Chesterfield County, S.C. She was the sixth child born to the late George and Rebecca Thomas Yarborough.

Irene received her education from the Chesterfield County public school system.

Irene was a member of Mount Elon United Methodist Church, Jefferson. She was united in matrimony to the late Richard Sowell. This union was blessed with a son, Howard Sowell, who proceeded her in death.

Irene leaves to cherish fond memories: eight grandchildren, nineteen great grandchildren; ten nieces and three nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.

Flemming Funeral Home served the Sowell Family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Thursday, March 31, 2011.

Mitch D. Adams                                                                                                                                                                   CHESTERFIELD – Mitch D. Adams, 50, died March 23, 2011.

Funeral services were held March 26 at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home Chapel with burial followed in David’s Grove Baptist Church Cemetery.

Adams, born Oct. 10, 1960, in Monroe, N.C., was a son of the late William Dorsey and Louise Threadgill Adams.

Adams was a graduate of Chesterfield High Class of 1978. Mitch was a large market radio personality. He began his radio career at WPDZ-FM Z-103 in Cheraw. He was recruited to Myrtle Beach to work for WNMB-FM followed by WYNA-FM Kool 104.9. He joined the staff of WMYB-FM Star 92.1 in 2003 where he became one of the Grand Strand’s dominant and most beloved radio personalities. He was the morning drive personality and broadcast to locals and tourists for many years.

Adams also did live on location “remote” broadcasts and made hundreds of public service appearances throughout the Grand Strand. He was a friend to everyone in radio. He used his God-given musical talent to record jingles and promos. During his career, he won awards from the S.C. Broadcasters Association for Production and Public Service. He was a member of David’s Grove Baptist. Adams enjoyed playing the guitar, piano and singing.

Surviving are Courtney Adams, of Charleston, S.C.; aunts Wilbur Lee Sellers, of High Point, N.C., Marolyn Smith, of Sterling, Va., and Iona Molaro, Sylvia (Lloyd) Hancock and Janet (James) Strickland, of Chesterfield; uncle Richard Adams, of Chesterfield; stepmother Frances Adams, of Bennettsville, S.C.; also a number of cousins including Barbara Lisenby and Kay Douglas, of Chesterfield; and his caregivers.

Memorials can be sent to Hospice of Chesterfield County, P.O. Box 293, Chesterfield, S.C. 29709

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Adams Family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Thursday, March 31, 2011.

Lee Ann Truesdale                                                                                                                                                           CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Lee Ann Truesdale, 72, died March 14, 2011.

Funeral services were held March 20 at Hopewell United Methodist , in Jefferson, with burial in the church cemetery.

Truesdale, born May 7, 1938, in Jefferson, was the oldest child of Bert and Essie Sowell.

Truesdale was educated in the Jefferson public school system where she graduated valedictorian of Pine Forest High . She furthered her education by attending Cortez Peters Business College in Washington, D.C. Upon completion, she spent thirty years in the federal government.

Truesdale accepted the Lord at a young age and served him with her whole heart until the end. She was a prayer warrior for God. She was a great inspiration to many. She enjoyed cooking and fixing good wholesome meals for anyone who came to visit her.

Prior to moving to Charlotte, N.C., Truesdale was a member of Miracle Evangelist Church in Washington, D.C., under the ministry of Pastor Boyce Truesdale. Later, she became a member of Free Gospel Deliverance Temple in Coral Hills, Md., founded by Bishop Ralph E. Green. She served faithfully in the intercessory prayer ministry.

Truesdale married husband Walter July 4, 1961. To this union they were blessed with a son, Anthony who preceded her in death July 2, 2001.

Surviving are husband Walter Truesdale; sisters Catherine (Harvey) Miller, of Jefferson, Johnnie M. (Floyd) Rorie, of Charlotte, Derilla (Joe Louis) Frazier, of Chattanooga, Tenn., and Gayle (Jimmy) Funderburk, of Jefferson; grandchildren Tainonna, Taquale and Tamarii, of Buffalo, N.Y.; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.

Flemming Funeral Home served the Truesdale Family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Thursday, March 31, 2011.

Larry Lindsey

FLORENCE – Larry (Lawrence) Lindsey, 63, died March 17, 2011.

Funeral services were held March 22 at The Church in Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ of the Apostolic Faith, Inc. Burial was held at Chesterfield Community Cemetery, in Chesterfield.

Lindsey, born June 9, 1947, was a son of Neomia Little Lindsey and the late Rufus Lindsey, of Chesterfield.

Lindsey was educated in the Chesterfield County public school system. On his life-route from South Carolina to New Jersey he worked as a stocker at B.C. Moore’s, in Chesterfield, a laborer at Delta Mills, in Wallace, S.C., a valet in Newark, N.J., and a meter reader for Elizabeth, N.J.

Larry (Lawrence) was also an entrepreneur and found much pleasure in “TINKERING”. He also loved spending time with his four-legged friends, Buddy and Prince.

He was preceded in death by siblings Pearlie Mae Lindsey, Lenore Hannah and Charles Lindsey.

Larry is survived by his wife of 33 years Vivian Lindsey; mother Neomia Lindsey, of Chesterfield, children Lawrence Lindsey, of Bloomfield, N.J., Jermaine Lindsey, of Neptune, N.J.; Lakenna Young-Freeman (Thomas), of Charlotte, Steven Lindsey, of Cleveland, Ohio, Michael Calhoun, of Florence, and Helena Nicole Calhoun, of Charlotte; sisters Patsy Cobb, Gloria (Gary) Johnson and Martha Riddick, of Chesterfield, Gertrude (John) Covington, of Clio, S.C., and Vanessa Marsh and Denise (David) Pegues, of Chesterfield; brothers Johnny Lindsey and Tallye Lindsey, of Charlotte, Michael (Shawnte) Lindsey, of Chesterfield; nine grandchildren; great aunts Blanch Fleming, of St. Petersburg, Fla., and Martha Deviant, of Rahway, N.J.; mother-in-law Geneva Burke, of Hilton Head, S.C.; sisters-in-law Diana (Michael) Williams, of Savannah, Ga., Charlesetta (Calvin) Edmunds, of Hilton Head, Shirley Scott, of Newport News, Va., Margaret Calhoun, of Hampton, Va.; brothers-in-law Larry Calhoun, of Columbia, and Elijah F. Calhoun, of Newport News, Va.; good friends Denis Dean, of Wilson, N.C., Ray Jones and Bob Ellis, of Plainfield, N.J., and Marvin Patton, of East Orange, N.J.; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Flemming Funeral Home served the Lindsey Family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Thursday, March 31, 2011.

Mary Magdalene Funderburk

PAGELAND – Mary Magdalene Funderburk, 97, died March 14, 2011.

Funeral services were held March 19 at Mount Calvary Baptist, in Pageland, with burial followed in the church cemetery.

Funderburk was born Sept. 4, 1913. She was a native of Wingate, N.C., but settled in Pageland for most of her life until her health failed, then she became a resident of Chesterfield Convalescent Center, in Cheraw.

Mary accepted Christ an early age, she was a member of Nicey Grove Baptist, in Wingate. After moving to Pageland, she attended various churches and later in life joined Mount Calvary Baptist.

Funderburk was preceded in death by husband Martin Luke Funderburk and son Luke Funderburk Jr.

Surviving are son Jessie Funderburk; grandsons Chriss Snead, of Fort Carson, Colo., and Leon Hunter, Allen Hunter and Dwayne Hunter, of Lancaster, S.C.; nieces Betty McManus, of Falls Church, Va., and Mary Funderburk and Shirlene Rivers, of Pageland; nephews J. Frank Sutton and Willie Sutton, of Pageland, Randy (Alice) Sutton, of Lancaster, and David (Carolyn) Sutton, Thomas Sutton and Michael Sutton, of Pageland; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Flemming Funeral Home served the Funderburk Family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Thursday, March 31, 2011.

A.J. Roberts

CHERAW – A.J. Roberts, 78, died April 14, 2011.

Funeral services were held April 17 at Kiser Funeral Home, Cheraw. Visitation was held prior to the service. Burial followed in Pleasant Grove United Methodist Church Cemetery, Cheraw.

Mr. Roberts was a son of the late S. J. and Helen Neal Roberts. He was an avid fisherman and outdoors-man.

A.J. is survived by a brother, Jesse (Betty) Roberts of Cheraw; sisters, Christine Warren and Elaine Smith both of Monroe, N.C., Rebekah (Anson) Jacobs and Neatus (Lawson) Sellers of Cheraw, and Sybil (Johnny) Hill of Chesterfield; many nieces and nephews.

A.J. was preceded in death by his parents listed above and brothers Scott Neal Roberts and W. Frank Roberts.

Memorials may be made to Hospice of Chesterfield County, PO Box 293, Chesterfield, S.C. 29709.

The family is thankful for the concern and care given to A.J. by the staff of Pageland Care Center.

Kiser Funeral Home served the Roberts family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Thursday, April 21, 2011.

Matthew Wayne “Matt” Oxendine

CHERAW – Matthew Wayne “Matt” Oxendine, 28, died April 15, 2011.

Funeral services were held April 18 at Westside Baptist Church. Visitation was held April 17 at Miller-Rivers-Caulder funeral home, Chesterfield.

Mr. Oxendine was born March 14, 1983 in Cheraw, SC a son of N.L. and Sarah E. Hunt Oxendine. He attended Cheraw High School and was a 2001 graduate of Cornerstone Christian School. Matt was a former employee of Ox Bodies and was also employed with Bill’s BBQ. Mr. Oxendine was a member of Westside Baptist Church and attended Lighthouse Ministries. He was preceded in death by his Paternal Grandparents, Wilton and Mozola Hunt, and his Maternal Grandparents, James Luther and Letha Mae Hunt, and by his brother, Jimmy Ray Oxendine.

Matthew is survived by wife, Karrie McElveen Oxendine of Patrick; son, Tyler McElveen of Patrick; daughters, Harley Sierra Oxendine and Jayda Shyanne Oxendine of the home, Kylie Shae Oxendine of Cheraw, and Avryl Rayne Oxendine of Hartsville; parents, N.L. and Sarah E. Hunt Oxendine of Cheraw; also numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and a host of friends

Miller-Rivers-Caulder funeral home served the Oxendine family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Thursday, April 21, 2011.

Linda Sue Whitaker

CHESTERFIELD – Linda Sue Whitaker, 69, died April 16, 2011.

A graveside service was held April 19 at Chesterfield Cemetery.

Mrs. Whitaker was born August 8, 1941 in Monroe, N.C., a daughter of the late Lee Carter and Mamie Carter Threadgill. She was a retired employee of Grits and Groceries. In addition to her parents, Linda was preceded in death by her husband, James Olin Whitaker; and by her brother, William Carter.

Linda is survived by sons, David (Jean) Peninger of Cheraw, James Todd (Tonya C.) Whitaker of Fort Mill, and Michael (Marie) Whitaker of Chesterfield; six grandchildren, Amber (Buddy) Steen of Cheraw, Dave Peninger of Myrtle Beach, Joey Peninger of Charleston, Andrew Whitaker of Fort Mill, James Michael Whitaker and Gilbert Olin Whitaker both of Chesterfield; three great grandchildren, Kaley Grace Peninger, Alexadra Marie Steen, and Brayden William Steen.

Memorials may be made to McLeod Hospice House, 1203 E. Cheves Street, Florence, S.C. 29506 or to Hospice of Chesterfield County, P.O. Box 293, Chesterfield, S.C. 29709

Miller-Rivers-Caulder funeral home served the Whitaker family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Thursday, April 21, 2011.

Dr. Jerome Melton

Dr. Jerome Melton died on April 7, 2011. Born and raised on a farm in Chesterfield County, he was the first child of Kirby C. and Addie Rhyne Melton. A graduate of Appalachian State and the University of NC at Chapel Hill; he served in the public schools of NC for 43 years. He was a teacher in Forsyth County, a principal in Caldwell County and Raleigh City, and a superintendent in Haywood County and Guilford County. He served for 15 years as Deputy State Superintendent of NC Public Schools. He worked with Governor Jim Hunt on several educational initiatives. Since retiring in 1991, he has been in private business and enjoyed various hobbies and volunteer work.

Known throughout NC for his dedication to children and the public schools, Dr. Melton leaves many students, educators, and citizens whose lives he touched. “A teacher, he touched the future”

He is survived by his wife, Carolyn Melton, two step-children, Beth Goodson, of Raleigh, NC and Scott Goodson (Waynette) of Greensboro, NC; three brothers, Baxter “Bo” Melton (Frances) of Ruby, Troy Melton (Doris) of Mt. Croghan, and Maurice Melton of W. Columbia; two sisters, Estelle Sullivan of Jefferson, and Betty Sue Short of Ruby.

Visitation was held in Raleigh at Mitchell Funeral Home April 10. A visitation at Cross Roads Baptist Church in Ruby was held April 11, followed by a graveside service in the church cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, friends may contribute to Duke Hospice – 4321 Medical Park Drive Suite 101 – Durham, N.C. 27704 or their favorite charity.

Mitchell Funeral Home in Raleigh, NC and Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home in Chesterfield served the Mitchell family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Thursday, April 21, 2011

Donald Wilkes

PATRICK – Donald Wilkes, 69, died April 12, 2011.

A memorial service will be held April 23 at 2:00 p.m. at Children’s Baptist Church, Patrick.

Mr. Wilkes was born May 12, 1941 in Chesterfield County, son of the late Daniel Buff Wilkes and Eva May Brown Wilkes. He worked in textiles throughout his life. He was preceded in death by his parents listed above.

Donald is survived by daughter, Barbara Turnage (Roy Funderburk) of Darlington; sons, Donnie and Steve of Patrick; ex-wife Margaret W. Perdue; grandchildren, Kristine Turnage Abernathy, John Paul Turnage Abernathy and Donnie Chad Wilks; great grandson, Lucas Graham Abernathy.

Memorials in lieu of flowers may be made to Children’s Baptist Church, c/o Ann Campbell, 4890 Ousleydale Hwy. Hartsville, S.C. 29550.

Mary Chapman Brazell

CHERAW – Mary Chapman Brazell, 78, died April 13, 2011.

Funeral services were held April 15 at Welsh Neck Baptist Church, Society Hill. Burial followed in the church cemetery. Visitation was held April 14 at Kiser Funeral Home, Cheraw

Born in Cheraw, Mary was the daughter of the late Willie Russell and Elsie Thomas Chapman. She was a faithful lifetime member of Welsh Neck Baptist Church and Nursery School Director.

Mrs. Chapman is survived by her husband (50+ years) Tony W. Brazell of Cheraw; sons, Henry B. Griggs, III of Cheraw, Robert R. Griggs of Chesterfield, daughter, Mary Jane Duffy of Spring Lake, NC, brother, Bobby Chapman of Society Hill, grandchildren; Lisa Griggs Linton, Christina J. Williams, Jewel E. Gulledge, Kennan R. Griggs, Kristen Sellers; great grandchildren, Carol Shea Linton and Brielle Jewel Williams.

Mary was preceded in death by her parents listed above and a sister, Emmie C. Griggs.

Memorials may be made to Welsh Neck Baptist Church, PO Box 28, Society Hill, S.C. 29593.

Kiser Funeral Home served the Brazell family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Thursday, April 21, 2011

Annie Louise Eason

JEFFERSON – Annie Louise Eason, 75, died April 20, 2011.

Funeral services were held April 23 at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home Chapel, Chesterfield. Burial followed in the Twin Pines Free Will Baptist Church Cemetery. Visitation was held prior to the service at the funeral home.

Ms. Eason was born January 2, 1936 in Jefferson, a daughter of the late Bogue Eason, Jr. and Corrinne Johnson Eason. She was a former employee of Springs Industries and retired from Pilgrim’s Pride Poultry Company.

In addition to her parents, Louise was preceded in death by 6 brothers, Olin, Frank, Roachel, Jessie, and Bogue Eason, Jr. and Edward Johnson; and by 1 sister, Rosielee Eason Mobley.

Annie is survived by sons, Johnny Lee Gulledge of Jefferson, Billy Ray (Shannon) Knight of Pageland, Robert Lee Knight of Jefferson, and Ronnie Eugene (Robin) Eason of Pageland; daughters, Shirley Mills of Pageland and Barbara Gulledge of Lancaster; brother, Joe Thomas Eason of Lexington, KY; sister, Rhoda Vincent of Pageland; also 15 grandchildren, 25 great grandchildren, and 5 great great grandchildren.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Eason family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Thursday, April 21, 2011

Herman Earl Cain

2011. CROGHAN – Herman Earl Cain, Jr, 87, died April 19, 2011.

Funeral services were held April 22 at McBee United Methodist Church. Burial followed with Military Honors in McBee Cemetery. Visitation was held April 21 at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home, Chesterfield.

Mr. Cain was born in McBee on June 30, 1923. He was the son of the late Dr. Herman Earl Cain and the late Corine Segars Cain Rowland.

As school superintendent he served in Horry, Georgetown, Edgefield, and Orangeburg Counties. He retired from Holly Hill School District Three on June 30, 1988 after serving the school district as superintendent for 13 years, and 36 total years of outstanding service in education.

Before Mr. Cain volunteered for service in World War II, he was a student at the Citadel in Charleston, SC. He served in the 80th Division 318th Infantry, in a machine gun company while in the Army. He was wounded twice in action and was awarded the Purple Heart with Cluster. In addition to the Purple Heart he received the Bronze Star, Combat Infantry Badge, the Presidential Unit Citation, American Campaign Medal, European Campaign Medal with Battle Stars, World War II Victory Medal and the Good Conduct Medal. At the time of his discharge, Herman had attained the rank of Sergeant. He was a life member of Disabled American Veterans and a life member of Veterans of Foreign Wars.

After serving his country in the army, he graduated from Presbyterian College and later earned a Masters Degree from Western Carolina University. Herman was a member of the South Carolina Education Association, American Association of School Superintendents and Phi Delta Kappa.

Herman was a fancier of game fowl, which he owned for over 70 years. He served several years as President of the South Carolina Game Fowl Association and served on the Board of the National Game Fowl Association.

Herman was a Methodist and served his church in the past as a member on the Board of Stewards, Sunday School Superintendent, Adult Sunday School Teacher, Church Lay Leader and Associate District Lay Leader.

Herman is survived by a daughter, Jodi Cain Smith Hancock (Donnie) Hancock of Augusta, GA.; a son of the home, Herman Earl Cain, III, a son Myron Cain of Augusta, GA.; 2 grandchildren Jeffrey Smith and Joseph Smith of Augusta, GA.; a sister Dottie Grant (Richard) of Newland, NC.

Herman was predeceased in death by a son Bart Cain of Georgetown; and a son-in-law Jeff Smith of Augusta, GA.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to McBee United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 207, McBee, S.C. 29101 or to Hospice of Chesterfield County, P.O. Box 293, Chesterfield, S.C. 29709.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Cain family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Thursday, April 21, 2011.

John McLeod                                                                                                                                                                                                                                MCBEE – Funeral services for John Spaugh McLeod, 86, will be held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, April 26, 2011 at McBee Presbyterian Church. The Rev. Mike Allen will officiate with burial in McBee Cemetery. Brown-Pennington-Atkins Funeral Home is serving the family. The family will receive friends Monday, April 25, 2011 from 5-7 p.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Annie S. McLeod Scholarship fund at McBee Presbyterian Church, P.O. Box 570, McBee, SC 29101, or the Town of McBee Recreational Department for the Ball Field Construction Fund or to the Town of McBee Depot Library and Museum at 38 West Juniper Avenue, McBee, SC 29101.

Mr. McLeod died Saturday, April 23, 2011. Born in Chesterfield Co., SC, he was a son of the late Cary Stamey and Annie Spaugh McLeod.

He was a graduate of McBee High School and North Carolina State University in Raleigh. He served in the United States Air Force during World War II. After serving, he moved back to his hometown of McBee, co-founding MarMac Manufacturing Company with his brother-in-law, the late John W. “Dub” Martin, Jr. in 1953. John McLeod was very dedicated to his community, serving as mayor of McBee and on the Chesterfield County Economic Development Board, recruiting several manufacturing business to the area. He also worked with the Medical University of South Carolina to establish Sandhills Medical Foundation and served on the board of Sandhills Telephone Cooperative for numerous years. He helped to restore the train depot into McBee Library and Museum and was a charter member of the McBee Lions Club.

John was a lifelong member of McBee Presbyterian Church, where he served as an elder and clerk of the session. He served on committees within New Harmony Presbytery. John’s love of Christ was a testimony to his friends and family.

Surviving are his wife, Ruth Smith McLeod of McBee, SC; son and daughter-in-law, John Spaugh (Micki) McLeod, Jr. of Liberty Hill, SC; daughter and son-in-law, Anna (Robert) Weir of McBee, SC; sisters, Sarah McLeod Goforth of Rock Hill, SC, Mary McLeod Martin of Camden, SC; brothers and sister-in-law, H. R. (Ann) McLeod, Sr. of McBee, SC, Walker McLeod of Cassett, SC; grandchildren, Joanna Ruth Weir, Evan Adelle McLeod, Robert Lee Weir, Jr., and a step-granddaughter, Melissa Davis. He was preceded in death by his brothers A. C. McLeod and C. S. McLeod, Jr. Published in The State (Columbia, SC) from April 24 to April 25, 2011.

Annie Louise Eason

JEFFERSON – Annie Louise Eason, 75, died April 20, 2011.

Funeral services were held April 23 at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home Chapel, Chesterfield. Burial followed in the Twin Pines Free Will Baptist Church Cemetery. Visitation was held prior to the service at the funeral home.

Ms. Eason was born January 2, 1936 in Jefferson, a daughter of the late Bogue Eason, Jr. and Corrinne Johnson Eason. She was a former employee of Springs Industries and retired from Pilgrim’s Pride Poultry Company.

In addition to her parents, Louise was preceded in death by 6 brothers, Olin, Frank, Roachel, Jessie, and Bogue Eason, Jr. and Edward Johnson; and by 1 sister, Rosielee Eason Mobley.

Annie is survived by sons, Johnny Lee Gulledge of Jefferson, Billy Ray (Shannon) Knight of Pageland, Robert Lee Knight of Jefferson, and Ronnie Eugene (Robin) Eason of Pageland; daughters, Shirley Mills of Pageland and Barbara Gulledge of Lancaster; brother, Joe Thomas Eason of Lexington, KY; sister, Rhoda Vincent of Pageland; also 15 grandchildren, 25 great grandchildren, and 5 great great grandchildren.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Eason family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Thursday, April 28, 2011.

Mary Chapman Brazell

CHERAW – Mary Chapman Brazell, 78, died April 13, 2011.

Funeral services were held April 15 at Welsh Neck Baptist Church, Society Hill. Burial followed in the church cemetery. Visitation was held April 14 at Kiser Funeral Home, Cheraw

Born in Cheraw, Mary was the daughter of the late Willie Russell and Elsie Thomas Chapman. She was a faithful lifetime member of Welsh Neck Baptist Church and Nursery School Director.

Mrs. Chapman is survived by her husband (50+ years) Tony W. Brazell of Cheraw; sons, Henry B. Griggs, III of Cheraw, Robert R. Griggs of Chesterfield, daughter, Mary Jane Duffy of Spring Lake, NC, brother, Bobby Chapman of Society Hill, grandchildren; Lisa Griggs Linton, Christina J. Williams, Jewel E. Gulledge, Kennan R. Griggs, Kristen Sellers; great grandchildren, Carol Shea Linton and Brielle Jewel Williams.

Mary was preceded in death by her parents listed above and a sister, Emmie C. Griggs.

Memorials may be made to Welsh Neck Baptist Church, PO Box 28, Society Hill, S.C. 29593.

Kiser Funeral Home served the Brazell family.  Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Thursday, April 28, 2011.   

Herman Earl Cain

2011. CROGHAN – Herman Earl Cain, Jr, 87, died April 19, 2011.

Funeral services were held April 22 at McBee United Methodist Church. Burial followed with Military Honors in McBee Cemetery. Visitation was held April 21 at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home, Chesterfield.

Mr. Cain was born in McBee on June 30, 1923. He was the son of the late Dr. Herman Earl Cain and the late Corine Segars Cain Rowland.

As school superintendent he served in Horry, Georgetown, Edgefield, and Orangeburg Counties. He retired from Holly Hill School District Three on June 30, 1988 after serving the school district as superintendent for 13 years, and 36 total years of outstanding service in education.

Before Mr. Cain volunteered for service in World War II, he was a student at the Citadel in Charleston, SC. He served in the 80th Division 318th Infantry, in a machine gun company while in the Army. He was wounded twice in action and was awarded the Purple Heart with Cluster. In addition to the Purple Heart he received the Bronze Star, Combat Infantry Badge, the Presidential Unit Citation, American Campaign Medal, European Campaign Medal with Battle Stars, World War II Victory Medal and the Good Conduct Medal. At the time of his discharge, Herman had attained the rank of Sergeant. He was a life member of Disabled American Veterans and a life member of Veterans of Foreign Wars.

After serving his country in the army, he graduated from Presbyterian College and later earned a Masters Degree from Western Carolina University. Herman was a member of the South Carolina Education Association, American Association of School Superintendents and Phi Delta Kappa.

Herman was a fancier of game fowl, which he owned for over 70 years. He served several years as President of the South Carolina Game Fowl Association and served on the Board of the National Game Fowl Association.

Herman was a Methodist and served his church in the past as a member on the Board of Stewards, Sunday School Superintendent, Adult Sunday School Teacher, Church Lay Leader and Associate District Lay Leader.

Herman is survived by a daughter, Jodi Cain Smith Hancock (Donnie) Hancock of Augusta, GA.; a son of the home, Herman Earl Cain, III, a son Myron Cain of Augusta, GA.; 2 grandchildren Jeffrey Smith and Joseph Smith of Augusta, GA.; a sister Dottie Grant (Richard) of Newland, NC.

Herman was predeceased in death by a son Bart Cain of Georgetown; and a son-in-law Jeff Smith of Augusta, GA.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to McBee United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 207, McBee, S.C. 29101 or to Hospice of Chesterfield County, P.O. Box 293, Chesterfield, S.C. 29709.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Cain family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Thursday, April 28, 2011.

Harry Mittchell Donahue

2011. CROGHAN – Harry Mittchell Donahue, 68, died April 22, 2011.

Funeral services were held April 25 at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home Chapel, Chesterfield. A graveside service was held April 25 at Rock Hill Memorial Gardens, Rock Hill. Visitation was held prior to the service at the funeral home.

Mr. Donahue was born April 12, 1943 in Rockingham, NC, a son of the late Harry Arlington and Ruby Stewart Donahue. He was a self employed dry wall contractor, and a U.S. Army Veteran. Mr. Donahue was an avid fisherman.

Harry is survived by wife, Shirley J. Donahue of the home; sons, Phillip Scott (Melanie) Taylor of Ruby and Harry Mittchell Donahue, II of Fort Mill; daughter, Cassandra (Jessie Long) Donahue of Mt. Croghan; brother, Billy (Gayle) Donahue of York; sisters, Evonne (Joe) West of Rock Hill, and Joanne (Johnny) Lynch of Lyman; also 6 grandchildren.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Donahue family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Thursday, April 28, 2011.

Emma Sue Miller

PAGELAND – Emma Sue Miller, 61, died April 17, 2011.

Funeral services were held April 24 at Rock Hill A.M.E. Zion Church. Burial followed in the church cemetery.

Ms. Emma Sue Miller, daughter of the late Ural and Hattie Miller was born on January 4, 1950 in Jefferson

Emma is survived by sisters, Delois Miller of Pageland and Rita Nicholson of the home; brothers, Gradlon H. Miller of Marshville, NC, Jesse U. Miller, Freddie M. Miller, and Christopher L. Miller all of Pageland; a special niece, Latoya Nicholson and a grand nephew, Jamal Barrett of the home; ten nieces, eight nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.

Flemming Funeral Home served the Miller family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Thursday, April 28, 2011.

Dolly May Webster                                                                                                                                                           CHESTERFIELD – Dolly May Webster, age 82, April 24, 2011.

A memorial service was held April 27 at Hopewell Baptist Church, Chesterfield. Burial followed in the Forest Lawn Cemetery, Charlotte, NC

Mrs. Webster was born December 12, 1928 in Mecklenburg, VA, a daughter of the late Henry Carl and Lillian Lucille Layton Morgan. She was a homemaker and a member of Hopewell Baptist Church. Dolly was married to the love of her life for over 60 years, Mr. Walter Pierce Webster who preceded her in death in 2004. She was also preceded in death by her sister, Mildred M. Bailey.

Dolly is survived by son, Walter Ray (Deborah) Webster of Roswell, GA; 3 grandchildren, Michael Ray (Tonya) Webster of Alamogordo, NM, Brooke Ashley (Chris) Burton of Mt. Sterling, KY, and Christopher Brandon Webster of Roswell, GA; 3 great grandchildren, Michael Avery Webster of Alamogordo, NM, Olivia Grace Burton, and Owen Christopher Burton of Mt. Sterling, KY; brothers, Garland C. Morgan of Southport, NC and Henry C. Morgan of Sanford, NC.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Webster family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Thursday, April 28, 2011.

Bobbie Jean Mumford Hough

JEFFERSON – Bobbie Jean Mumford Hough, 65, died April 22, 2011.

Funeral services were held April 24 at Mount Canaan Baptist Church. Burial followed in the Hough Family Cemetery, Jefferson.

Bobbie Jean Mumford Hough was born in Chesterfield on March 26, 1946 to the late Conwell and Maria Chapman Mumford.

Bobbie Jean is survived by her husband, James E. Hough of the home; sons, Everett N. Hough, Sr. (Oralia), Robert D. Hough, Sr. (Tanya), both of Pageland and James E. Hough, Jr. (Jacqueline), Monroe, NC; daughters, Adrena L. Dundy (Paul) and Nora J. Richardson both of Pageland; sixteen grandchildren, eleven great grandchildren; a brother, Eddie Mumford (Louberta) of Bethune; sisters, Lera Mumford, Linda Harrington (Leroy) both of Chesterfield, and Gwendolyn M. Morris, Charlotte, N.C.; a mother-in-law, Mae Nora Hough, Jefferson; brothers-in-law, Russell Hough (Debbie) and Brent Hough both of Jefferson, and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Flemming Funeral Home served the Hough family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Thursday, April 28, 2011.

Sarah Jean Bittle

RUBY – Sarah Jean Bittle, 72, died April 15, 2011.

Funeral services were held April 20 at Mt. Tabor United Methodist Church, Chesterfield with burial following in Chesterfield Community Cemetery.

Mrs. Sarah Jean Bittle daughter of the late William Bert and Georgiana Little Bittle was born on June 20, 1938 in Chesterfield.

Sarah is survived by a son, Randy Bittle, Ruby; daughters, Nona B. Hubbard (Wannamaker Jr.), Ruby, Jacqueline B. Mungo (Jimmy Jr.), Mt. Croghan, and Lexie M. Riley, Washington, DC; a brother, Willie Bittle, Philadelphia, PA; sisters, Lois B. Rivers (C.H.) and Shirley B. Chapman (Bobby Sr.) both of Chesterfield; nine grandchildren, two great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Flemming Funeral Home served the Bittle family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Thursday, April 28, 2011.

Patillo Ainsworth Finlayson

WEST COLUMBIA – Patillo Ainsworth Finlayson, 90, died April 28, 2011.

A graveside service was held April 30 in Old St. David’s Cemetery in Cheraw.

Mr. Finlayson was born December 28, 1920, in Cheraw. He was a son of the late Burruss and Jennie Wait Foster Finlayson. After graduating from Cheraw High School, he entered the University of South Carolina, graduating from the School of Journalism. While at U.S.C. he was a member of the quartet and the chorus. Immediately upon graduation he joined the U.S Navy as an ensign and was sent to Princeton University for his first training. While there, LST ships were being built and when they were finished he was assigned LST 312, which was his ship all during the war.

During WWII he served in the European Operations aboard the USS LST 312 as the Communications Officer. While serving on 312 he took part in the Sicily, Salerno and Normandy campaigns. His convoy sailed through rough seas to Normandy, France, where the LST 312 delivered British troops onto Gold Beach, June 6.

Ainsworth was released with the rank of Lieutenant Commander. He spent the rest of his career in the military as the Base Historian and Information Services Officer for Warner Robins Air Force Base in Macon, Ga.

Mr. Finlayson is survived by a sister, Jennie Llew (Mrs. Clarence Lee Guyton) of Still Hopes; a niece, Beverly Finlayson Triber of Columbia, Dr. Jennie Finlayson Rakestraw of Rock Hill; great-nephews, Philip Triber of Columbia and Charles Wofford Triber of Asheville, N.C.; sister-in-law, Mrs. H. Westbrook Finlayson Sr.; many nieces and nephews of Gadsden, Ala. He was predeceased by two sisters, Rutha Wait (Mrs. Ernest Dyal) and Florence Foster Finlayson; three brothers, B. Wofford Finlayson, James Murdoch Finlayson and Henry Westbrook Finlayson

Dunbar Funeral Home, Devine Street Chapel, served the Finlayson family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Thursday, May 5, 2011.

James Lavin Gainey

CHESTERFIELD – James Lavin Gainey, 79, died April 28, 2011.

Funeral services were held April 30 at Miller Rivers Caulder Funeral Home Chapel, Chesterfield. Burial with full military honors in the David’s Grove Baptist Church Cemetery. Visitation was held April 30 prior to the service at the funeral home.

Mr. Gainey was born December 4, 1931 in Ruby, a son of the late John Wesley and Hattie Atkinson Gainey. He was a former employee of Hornwood, Inc. in Lilesville, NC and retired from Cheraw Dyeing and Finishing. Following his retirement, James was associated with Ted Vick Motor Company for 10 years. Mr. Gainey was a U.S. Army Veteran with 26 years of service, having served two tours overseas and also in the Korean War. At the time of his discharge, Mr. Gainey had attained the rank of Staff Sergeant. James was a faithful member of David’s Grove Baptist Church where he served as an Usher. He was a man who never met a stranger, and always enjoyed visiting with his friends and neighbors, and sharing his fruits and vegetables with them. James loved his family very much and his grandchildren were his heart. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by 2 brothers, J.C. Gainey and Willie Gainey; and by 2 sisters, Helen Boan and Dorothy Curtis.

James is survived by wife of 41 years, Willie Vaughn Gaine, of the home; daughters,

Sharon (Vaden) Freeman of Chesterfield, Debra Freeman of Florence, and Melissa (Ted) Vick of Chesterfield; step sons: Virgil (Rebekah) Adams of Wilkesboro, NC, and Wayne (Pam) Adams of Chesterfield; brother, Heyward Gainey of Shallotte, NC; sister, Mary Gulledge of Ruby;

9 Grandchildren: Willow Grace Vick, Laurel Faith Vick, Carli Bryce Adams, Daniel Belk Adams, Crista Adams (Jackson) King, Evan Vaughn Adams, Brandon Michael Freeman, Hannah Carey Freeman, Logan Wilkes Freeman; 1great grandchild: Eleanor Gloria King.

Memorials may be made to David’s Grove Baptist Church, “Building Fund” c/o Diane Rayfield, 2256 Jackson Rd. West, Chesterfield, S.C. 29709 or to Hospice of Chesterfield County; P.O. Box 293, Chesterfield, SC 29709

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Gainey family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Thursday, May 5, 2011.

James Grady Sellers

PAGELAND – James Grady Sellers, 75, died April 30, 2011.

Graveside services were held May 3, at Liberty Hill Baptist Church Cemetery. Visitation immediately followed the service at the church.

Mr. Sellers was born April 14, 1936 in Chesterfield County, a son of the late William Clyde Sellers, Sr. and Nora Jane Hancock Sellers. He was a retired employee of Springs Industries with over 20 years of service. Following his retirement, Mr. Sellers owned and operated The Sportsman Center for nearly 20 years. Grady was married to the late Judy Courtney Sellers and was also preceded in death by 2 sisters, Eloise S. Jenkins and Mary Lee Parker, and by 1 brother, Clyde Sellers, Jr.

James is survived by sons James Mitch (Michelle) Sellers, and Chad C. Sellers both of Chatsworth, GA; daughter, Sheri (Bill) Laney of Pageland; 5 grandchildren, Little Bill Laney, Alex Sellers, Jackson Sellers, Jameson Sellers, and Julia Sellers; brother, Charles Sellers of Ruby; special friend, Joyce Payne of Lancaster; also his beloved canine companion, Lucy.

Memorials can be may be made to Agape Hospice, 309 E. Main Street, Bennettsville, SC 29512.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Sellers family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Thursday, May 5, 2011.

Doris Stroupe Clanton
Mrs. Clanton, age 88, of Charlotte, passed away Friday, April 29, 2011 at home surrounded by her family. Born October 8, 1922 in Charlotte, she was a daughter of the late Hazeline Stephens Sayer and William Bennett Sayer. Mrs. Clanton was a loving mother and grandmother. She was a member of Faith Baptist Church and its Adult Sunday School Class. Mrs. Clanton will be remembered as a good Christian woman that lived by example. She was known as ‘a great listener, not a teller’ and had many friends throughout her life. At age 32, after losing her sight, she took care of her three small children, husband and mother. Mrs. Clanton never complained about her handicap, but instead had a positive attitude and always saw the good in everyone.

The service to celebrate the life of Doris Stroupe Clanton will be held 3:00 PM Sunday, May 1, 2011 at Faith Baptist Church, 6840 Wilson Grove Road, Mint Hill, with Pastor Rick Baker officiating. Interment will be in Sharon Memorial Park. The family will receive friends at the church one hour prior to the service.

Survivors include three children, John Clanton and his wife, Erlene, of Mint Hill, Susie Clanton Stephens and her husband, Brad, of Huntersville and Bill Clanton and his wife, Tena, of Charlotte; a sister, Betty Stroupe Fetner of Charlotte; four grandchildren, Marty Clanton, Kevin Clanton, Candie Goodwin and Julian Clanton; and five great grandchildren, Amaya Clanton, Bobby Goodwin, Sarah Goodwin, Gavin Pardue and Brantley Pardue. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Clanton was preceded in death by her husband, John Calvin Clanton and her granddaughter, Amy Stephens Pardue.
The family wishes to thank Mrs. Clanton’s special caregivers, Deborah Crawford and Pierett Hayes, for their compassionate care.

Memorials may be made to Hospice Lake Norman, 1420 East 7th Street, Charlotte, NC 28204.

Arrangements by Wilson Funeral & Cremation Service, 5301 Albemarle Road, Charlotte, NC 28212   Published in the Charlotte Observer (Charlotte, NC), Saturday, April 30, 2011

John Price

CHESTERFIELD – John Price 59, died May 5, 2011.

Funeral services were held May 9, 2011 at Douglas Mill Baptist Church with burial following in the Douglas Mill Cemetery.

Visitation was held May 8, at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home.

Mr. Price was born September 4, 1951 in Chesterfield County, a son of the late Robert Major and Eula Sikes Price. He was a retired employee of Stanton Quilting. Mr. Price was a former member of Douglas Mill Baptist Church and attended Lighthouse Ministries. In addition to his parents, John was preceded in death by 4 sisters; Berthie Price, Annie Mae Myers, Elizabeth Dunn, and Georgia Sikes; 2 brothers, Perry and Robert Price; and by 1 great granddaughter, ZyArial McQueen.

John is survived by his wife, Sara Bell Price; stepdaughter, Robin Lisa Barrios of Cheraw; grandchildren, Kimberly Pacheco and Angela Melton both of Cheraw; great grandchildren; Alana Pacheco and Trayvon McQueen; sister, Dorothy Burgess of Pageland; mother-in-law, Allie Mae Lewis Stafford of Chesterfield; also numerous nieces and nephews.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral home served the Price family.  Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Thursday, May 12, 2011.

Charles P. “Chuck” Gulledge

CHERAW – Charles P. “Chuck” Gulledge, 65, died May 4, 2011.

Funeral serves were held May 7, at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home Chapel, Chesterfield. Burial followed with Military Honors in the Bethesda United Methodist Church Cemetery. Visitation was held May 6, at the funeral home and following the service at the Gulledge home in the Cash Community of Cheraw.

Mr. Gulledge was born March 27, 1946 in Cheraw, a son of the late John W. and Elsie Crowley Gulledge. He was a U.S. Air Force Veteran, having served in the Vietnam War. An electrical contractor by trade, Mr. Gulledge was the owner and operator of Multi – Systems Electrical Contractors of Cheraw. He was a life-time member of the American Legion, charter member of the Moose Lodge of Cheraw, member of Ducks Unlimited, Quail Unlimited, and the Wild Turkey Federation. In addition to his parents, Chuck was preceded in death by 3 brothers, Legrand, Johnny, and Weldon Gulledge; 4 sisters, Ann Crowley Gainey, Pauline Lewis, Naomi Crowley, and Virginia Smith; and by 1 grandson, Wade Ethan Gulledge.

Chuck is survived by sons, Randy Gulledge of Albemarle, NC and Eric (Angela) Gulledge of Charleston; their mother, Judy Gulledge of Cheraw; granddaughter, Julia Elizabeth Gulledge of Charleston; sisters, Josephine Board of Cheraw, Marie Ballard of Mooresville, NC, and Marilyn Brown of Statesville, NC; also numerous nieces and nephews.

Memorials may be made in memory of Mr. Gulledge to MUSC Children’s Hospital Fund, Neonatal ICU, 59 Bee Street, P.O. Box 250201, Charleston, S.C. 29425

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Gulledge family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Thursday, May 12, 2011.

Johnny Reece Melton

JEFFERSON – Johnny Reece Melton

Johnny Reece Melton, age 76, died Wednesday, May 4, 2011.

A graveside service was held May 5, at Bethel Baptist Church Cemetery. Visitation was held prior to the service at Bethel Baptist Church, Jefferson.

Mr. Melton was born April 11, 1935 in Chesterfield County, a son of the late Richard and Pinky Robertson Melton. He was a retired employee of Springs Industries with 35 years of service. Mr. Melton was a member of Bethel Baptist Church, where he served as a former deacon. Johnny enjoyed boating and was an avid fisherman. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by 3 brothers, Floyd, Bobby Carol, and Maxie Melton, and by 2 sisters, Azilee Taylor and Rosa Eubanks.

Johnny is survived by wife of 53 years, Peggy Thompson Melton of the home; son, Johnny Reece (Lori) Melton, Jr. of Jefferson; daughter, Diane Melton (Ralph) Price of Jefferson; 5 grandchildren, Joshua (Rebekah) Price, Carmin (Andrew) Currie, Hannah Price, Justin Melton, and Brittany Melton all of Jefferson; 5 great grandchildren, Tyler, Logan, Baylor, Caden, and Bella; sisters, Gertrude Belk of Kannapolis, NC, Ruth Boone of Lancaster, and Lucille Rollins of Jefferson.

Memorials may be made in memory of Mr. Melton to Hospice of Chesterfield County, P.O. Box 293, Chesterfield, S.C. 29709

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Melton family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Thursday, May 12, 2011.

William Carson Courtney

PAGELAND – William Carson Courtney, 64, died May 11, 2011.

Funeral services were held May 13 at Sutton-Baumgartner Funeral Home Chapel.

Visitation was held prior to the services at the funeral home.

Mr. Courtney is the son of the late Edward and Emma Burgess Courtney. He is preceded in death by his son, William Scott Courtney and daughter, Patty Michelle Courtney.

Mr. Courtney is survived by his wife, Catherine Courtney of the home; sons, Ricky Courtney of Pageland, Jeff Oxford of Monroe, NC, Jeremy Oxford of Arkansas; brother, Joe Courtney of Pageland; sisters, Mary Francis Myers of Pageland, Linda Robinson of Lancaster; and five grandchildren.

Memorials may be made to, South Carolina Wildlife Federation, 215 Pickens St., Columbia, SC 29205.

Sutton-Baumgartner Funeral Home served the Courtney family.  Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Thursday, May 19, 2011.

Joshua Travis Raley

JEFFERSON – Joshua Travis Raley, 23, died May 9, 2011.

Funeral services were held May 12 at Macedonia Baptist Church, Jefferson.

Services were conducted at the church cemetery by the Sandhill Volunteer Fire Dept.

Josh was born Feb. 25, 1988, the son of Dennis and Beverly Raley. Josh loved farming and worked at McLeod Farms since high school.

Josh was a member of the Sandhill Volunteer Fire Dept. He attended Macedonia Baptist Church.

Josh is survived by his parents and brother of the home; Leslie Rebar and her children, Ace and Kyleigh; grandmother, Willie Faye Middleton; many aunts, uncles, cousins, co-workers and friends.

He was preceded in death by an infant brother, Travis William Raley and grandparents Donald S. Middleton and Johnnie and Isabel Raley.

Memorials may be made to the Macedonia Baptist Church Building Fund c/o Beverly Raley 15680 Hwy. 151 Jefferson, S.C. 29718 or to the Sandhill Volunteer Fire Dept. c/o Tommy Catoe 1655 Johnson Rd, Jefferson, S.C. 29718.

Sutton-Baumgartner Funeral Home served the Raley family.  Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Thursday, May 19, 2011.

Russell Tatum

BENNETTSVILLE – Russell James ‘Rusty’ Tatum Jr., 64, died May 13, 2011.

Funeral services were held May 15, at First Presbyterian Church, Bennettsville, burial followed with military honors in Tatum Cemetery, Tatum. Visitation was held May 14 at Burroughs-Cooper-Kiser Funeral Home.

Rusty was born in Charlotte, NC on Oct. 24, 1946, to the late Russell James (Rut) Tatum and Mary Hay Tatum. He grew up in Tatum and attended school in McColl. Graduating from McColl High School in 1964, he worked at Whitner-Evans Funeral Home part-time while in high school. He graduated from Presbyterian College in Clinton with a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1968. While at PC, he was also a Brother of the Beta Psi Chapter of the Theta Chi Fraternity.

Upon completing college, Rusty enlisted in the United States Air Force in October of 1968 where he was stationed at Langley, AFB in Hampton, Va. During his service, he worked as a Psychiatric Clinic Case Aide. He left the Air Force in October of 1972, after serving his duty with an Honorable Discharge and the rank of Sergeant. On June 23rd, 1973, he married Sarah Elizabeth Bates in Hampton, Va., his wife of 37 years. Rusty began a career in the mental health field, working at Bayberry Psychiatric Hospital in

Newport News, Va., and then going on to work as a counselor for the Virginia Department of Vocational Rehabilitation in Hampton, Va. While working, he attended graduate school, earning a Master of Science degree from Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, Va., in May of 1979. He was a member of the Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society during his time at VCU.

In January of 1980, the family moved to Bennettsville, S.C., where Rusty began working for the South Carolina Department of Mental Health in the Bennettsville office, as the Emergency Crisis Coordinator and Clinic Director for Marlboro County. He remained with the agency until his retirement in June of 2006. He was an active member in the First Presbyterian Church in Bennettsville where he served as both a deacon and elder in the church.

Rusty is survived by his wife, Sarah Tatum; sons, Jim and Mike Tatum of Bennettsville; sister, Mary Russell Burtnette of Yorktown, Va.

Burial Memorials may be made to: First Presbyterian Church, PO Box 627 Bennettsville, S.C. 29512 or Hospice of Chesterfield County, PO Box 293, Chesterfield, S.C.29709.

Burroughs-Cooper-Kiser Funeral Home served the Tatum family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Thursday, May 19, 2011.

Margaret Elizabeth Neal

NEW YORK – Margaret Elizabeth Neal, 82 died April 12, 2011.

Deaconess Margaret Elizabeth Neal was born on Nov. 23, 1928 in Cheraw, to the late Walter and Louise Godfrey.

Margaret began her church life in Cheraw at Pee Dee Union Baptist Church. After moving to New York, she joined Mt. Sinai Baptist Church. She continued her Christian journey at Christ Fellowship Baptist Church and wad ordained as Deaconess in 1991. She also served faithfully as a member of the Pastor’s Aide Ministry for many years. Margaret retired from the Bank of New York in 1989 punctuating thirty years of service, marked by longevity and dedication.

On Feb. 24, 1960 she married the love of her life, Willie C. Neal, Sr. and together they raised and nurtured six children.

Margaret was preceded in death by sisters, Susie R. Short and Johnsie L. Wright; brother, Billy McCormick; and daughter-in-law, Loreene E. Neal.

Margaret is survived by her husband, Willie C. Neal, Sr,; children, Debra Small-Piner (Maurice), Jackie Small, Willie Neal Jr, Rev. Kim Y. Neal, Joycelyn Howard (Stanley), Donna Johnson (Min. Sebrone); special son Ilan Norville (Tameeka); 11 grandchildren, Todd, Mandee, Stanley Jr., Bryan, Christen, Alexis, Prentice, Tyler, Stephanie, Darius and Madison; 3 great grandchildren, Stefan, Lacey, Javian; brother, Walter F. Godrey, Jr.; step-mother, Elizabeth Godrey; adoptive brothers, Dr. Alfred Miller and Hervone Core; many nieces, nephews, in-laws, other relatives and close friends.

Woodward Funeral Home of New York served the Neal family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Thursday, May 26, 2011.

 John L. Motley

NEW YORK – John L. Motley

Graveside services will be held May 30 at 11 a.m. At Foundry Hill Cemetery, Cheraw. A memorial service will be held at River Side Church in New York City on June 6 at 7 p.m.

The first son of Frank and Sarah Motley has been recognized in Cheraw with a Housing complex and a street bearing his name. He has highest acclaims both worldwide and nationally for cultural achievements in music. In New York, he was presented the Handel Medallion by Mayor John V. Linsay and was fifth recipient of the Daily News Front Page Music Award. He is perhaps best known as the former Director of Music of the New York Public Schools and conductor of the New York City High School Chorus which performs annually in concert with the New York Philharmonic at the Lincoln Center.

John Motley is a former Director of music and Conductor for the United Nations Singers. He has been guest conductor for the New York Choral Society and the All State Choruses of New York, the All City Concert Choir in New York, he conducted command performance honoring many dignitaries, such as; Golda Meir, Pope John Paul II, former President Carter, the Dalai Lama of Tibet and the Shah of Iran. He also accompanied Marian Anderson during concerts in France and at the United Nation, as well as with her recordings for RCA Victor.

A protege’ of the later Peter J. Wilhousky, John Motley is a graduate of South Carolina State College. He later studied at the Westminster Choir College at Princeton University and received a Bachelor and Master of Arts Degree from New York University. John L. Motley was considered the greatest living interpreter of Hall Johnson’s music with whom he studied music composition. He is no stranger to the Church community. He has been the Minister of Music at Grace Congregational Church, Harlem, for the past 32 years.

John was preceded in death by his parents listed above and his sister, Marilyn Motley Willis and brother, Frank Motley, Jr.

John is survived by his wife, Mrs. Corrine Wright Motley; sons, John Jr. and Michael Motley; brother, Wilbert Motley (Gloria), nieces and nephews, Frank Motley, Jr. (Valerie), Victoria Motley Washington, Francine Motley Clarke (Morris), Judge Thomas Motley, Leslie Motley Hall, Lisa Willis and a host of family and friends. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Thursday, May 26, 2011.

Belinda Ruth Terry Greene

Belinda Ruth Terry Greene, 65, died May 19, 2011.

Funeral services were held May 22 at Almetta Baptist Church, burial followed in the church cemetery. Visitation was held May 21 at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home, Chesterfield.

Mrs. Greene was born September 9, 1945 in York, a daughter of the late Thomas Spradley and Pauline Hopkins Eason. She was a retired employee of Lancaster Convalescent Center and a member of Almetta Baptist Church. In addition to her parents, Belinda was also preceded in death by her husband, Charlie Greene; 2 great grandsons, Blaine Tarlton, and Dillon Donahue.

Belinda is survived by sons, Dennis (Lisa) Terry, and David (Angie) Terry both of Jefferson; daughters, Donna (David) Miller, Gloria (Danny) Joplin, and Debbie Oliver all of Jefferson, 11 grandchildren, Tonya (Cliff) Phillips of Kershaw, Lynn (Jim) Adams of Jefferson, Melissa Green of Charleston, Amanda Ricketts of Mt. Croghan, Jeremie (Emily) Tarlton, Corey (Ashley) Joplin, and Nikki (Kevin) Donahue, and Josh Cooper all of Jefferson, Maggie White of West Virginia, Amber Terry, and Courtney Terry both of Jefferson. 14 great grandchildren, Savannah, Connor, Kiptyn, Ryan, Alex, Bethany, Ethan, Michael, Jessica, Jayda, Kirsten, Aubrey, McKenzie, and Levi; 4 brothers and 3 sisters.

Memorials may be made to Hospice of Chesterfield County, P.O. Box 293, Chesterfield, S.C. 29709

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Greene family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Thursday, May 26, 2011.

Hilda Brown Roscoe

PATRICK – Hilda Brown Roscoe, 76, died May 18, 2011.

Funeral services were held May 21 at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home Chapel, Chesterfield. Burial followed in the Roscoe Cemetery. Visitation was held May 20 at the funeral home.

Mrs. Roscoe was born October 4, 1934 in Anson County, NC a daughter of the late Thanuel Morgan and Helen Gardner Brown. She was a retired employee of ARA Food Service. Hilda was first married to the late Walter P. Knight, and secondly to the late Harry Roscoe, and was also preceded in death by 1 son, Wally Knight.

Hilda is survived by son, David (Bonnie) Knight of Cheraw; daughters, Marty (Ronald) Collier of Hampton and Bobbie Gail (Aaron) Crowley of Patrick; grandchildren; Matthew Knight, Rebecca Quick, April (Jamie) Adams, Levi Knight, Gail Collier, and Michael Collier; great grandchildren, Brent Jenkins, Christopher King, Reagan Adams, Emily Knight, Carson Knight, Bella Knight, Chris “C.J.” McCall, and Macey Collier; daughter-in-law, Daphny Knight of Cheraw; brother, Bill Brown of Greer; sister, Pattie Cassidy of Cheraw.

Memorials may be made to Hospice of Chesterfield County, P.O. Box 293, Chesterfield, S.C. 29709

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Roscoe family.  Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Thursday, May 26, 2011.

John ‘J.D’ Pegues

John ‘J.D’ Pegues, 73, died April 1, 2011.

Funeral services were held April 8 at Robinson A.M.E. Zion Church, Cheraw. Burial followed at Foundry Hill Cemetery.

Funeral services were held April 8 at Robinson A.M.E. Zion Church, Cheraw. Burial followed at Foundry Hill Cemetery.

Mr. John “J.D.” Pegues was born in Cheraw on Feb. 12, 1938. He was the son of the late Mr. Luther and Mary Frances Tillman Pegues. J.D. Was converted at an early age and became a member of the Robinson A.M.E. Zion Church. He served as a Trustee, Usher and a member of the Junior and Senior Choirs and also a parking attendant.

J.D. Was a loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend. He worked for many years at Burlington Industries and J.P. Stevens, transporting people to doctor’s appointments and loved doing yard work.

J.D. Was preceded in death by brothers, Willie and Bobby Pegues; sisters, Madgeline, Leola and Etherine Pegues; brothers-in-laws, Moses and Jerome Peterson.

He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Mary Elizabeth Peterson; son, John Pegues, Jr.; daughters, Patricia Pegues Short, Mona Lisa Pegues Parker and Rose Mary “Cookie” Pegues; 4 grandchildren, Ambrosia McLeod of Cheraw, Jennifer Siera Short of Columbia, Shaniece Maria Pegues of Darlington, and Billy Montel Pegues of Cheraw; 1 great grandchild, Taniya Jamirra Davis; sisters, Margaret Clark of NY and Annie (James) Jackson, NY; brothers, Lester (Mary Frances) Pegues of NC, and Luther (Patricia) Pegues of Cheraw; aunts, Katherine Jones of NY and Willie Mae Berry of CT; 1 brother-in-law, Ernest James (Helen) of Cheraw; 2 sisters-in-law, Doretha P. Benton and Rowena P. McGuinn both of Cheraw.

Reid’s Funeral Home of Cheraw served the Pegues family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Thursday, May 26, 2011.

 Virginia Page Newton MacDonald

Virginia Page Newton MacDonald, 84, died May 21, 2011.

Funeral services were held May 24 at Burroughs Cooper Kiser Funeral Home, Bennettsville. Burial followed in McLucas cemetery, Clio. Visitation was held May 23 at the funeral home.

Born Sept. 14, 1926, in Bennettsville, she was a daughter of the late Adolphus Hunter and Kathleen Murray Page. She was a graduate of Kings College School of Business in Charlotte, NC, and a retired farmer and homemaker. Virginia was a member of Clio-Carolina Presbyterian Church where she was active in the Women of the Church and was a Sunday school and Bible School teacher. She was also an active member of the Sandhills Emmaus Community and The Red Hat Society. She was especially proud to be a founding member of the “Crosstitchers.” Although physically unable to go out into the mission field, this group of women made beautiful, colorful crosses, prayed over each one and then gave them away to be distributed by mission teams and other ministries, and individuals.

Virginia is survived by sons, Douglas Hunter Newton (Margaret Ann) of Clio, Kathleen Newton Mowery (Steven) of China Grove, NC, Patricia Bellaver McColl of Myrtle Beach, Alexander McRae MacDonald, Jr, (Liz) of Newberry, Richard Rhea MacDonald (Janet) of Hilton Head; daughtrers, Sandra M. Adams (Terry) of Myrtle Beach, and Jackie M. Hendrix (Ronny) also of Myrtle Beach; 15 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren.

Virginia was preceded in death by her husbands, Angus Graham Newton and Alexander McRae MadDonald, a son, Ralph Page Newton and her brother, Sgt. Ralph H. Page.

Memorials may be made to Thrornwell Home for Children, P.O. Box 60, Clinton, S.C. 29325-9972.

Burroughs Cooper Kiser Funeral Home served the MacDonald family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Thursday, May 26, 2011.

Daniel Broadus Hinson

KANNAPOLIS, N.C. – Daniel Broadus Hinson, 82, died May 21, 2011.

Funeral services were held May 25 at Bethpage United Methodist Church, Kannapolis, N.C. A private burial followed the funeral service. Visitation followed the services.

Mr. Hinson was born June 16, 1928, in Chesterfield County, son of the late W. Daniel and Hannah Privett Hinson. He attended Zoar Middle and Chesterfield High School. Mr. Hinson enjoyed a successful career as a Licensed Electrical Contractor. He was employed by Cannon Mills Electrical Department for 25 years. He was most proud of starting his own company in 1972 and of being the President of Hinson Electrical Contractors of Kannapolis, Inc until his retirement in 1993.

Mr. Hinson was a member of Bethpage United Methodist Church where he had been involved in church activities and served as Chairman of the Educational Building Committee. He was a member of the Cannon Memorial Masonic Lodge #626, and was a former member of the K-Town Vagabond Club. He enjoyed meeting and interaction with all people. He was a longtime Dallas Cowboy fan and liked sports of all kinds. He loved and was loved by friends and family and found great joy in mentoring his sons, Don and Steve.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 62 years, Gladys Brown Hinson; his sons Donald K. Hinson (Bobbie) of Charlotte and Steven L. Hinson (Lisa) of China Grove; five grandchildren; Scott Hinson (Whitney) of Charlotte, Erin Hinson Banker (Chris) of Belmont, Rachel Hinson of Kannapolis and Jacob and Gracie Hinson of China Grove; great-grandchildren; Noah Banker of Belmont and Emery Hinson of Charlotte; brother Walter Hinson (Gail) of Charlotte; sisters Dean H. McBride of Fayetteville, Leona H. Boatwright (James) of Patrick, Sue H. Watford (Jimmy) of Patrick; sisters- in-law, Betty Jean Hinson of Columbia, and Frances Hinson of Kannapolis, N.C.

Daniel Broadus Hinson was preceded in death by his brothers Charles P. Hinson of Columbia, Reece Hinson of Kannapolis and infant brother, Jessie; sisters Margie Caulder and (Everett) of Chesterfield, Ruth Alexander (Leroy) of China Grove, N.C.; brother- in-law Harold McBride of Fayetteville, and infant sister Hazel.

In lieu of flowers, the family request that memorials be made to the Bethpage Memorial Fund. The family also wishes to thank Carolinas Medical Center-Northeast, Caremoor and Cabarrus Hospice and Palliative Care for the excellent care given to Mr. Hinson.

Whitley’s Funeral Home of Kannapolis served the Hinson family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Thursday, May 26, 2011.

 Georgia D. “Dot” Thurman

 CROGHAN – Georgia D. “Dot” Thurman, 79, died May 21, 2011.

Funeral services were held May 24 at Ruby Baptist Church, burial followed in the Ruby Cemetery. Visitation was held May 24 at the Ruby Baptist Church Fellowship Hall.

Mrs. Thurman was born September 12, 1931, in Mt. Croghan, a daughter of the late Jennings Hobson and Alma Deas Dalrymple. She was a former school secretary with Ruby Schools and retired from Chesterfield County School District Office where she served as a receptionist and payroll clerk. Dot was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, and was a faithful member of Ruby Baptist Church. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Jennings Harris Clovis Dalrymple.

Dot is survived by loving husband of 59 years, Michael W. “Micky” Thurman, of the home; daughters, Terry (Danny) Huntley of Mt. Croghan and Tami Thurman of Chesterfield; grandchildren, 3 grandchildren, Holly (Gabe) Sims of Pageland, Brittany (Chaim) Chavarria of Nashville, TN, and Zachary Gulledge of Chesterfield; 3 great grandchildren, Kylie, Caden, and Cora Sims; sisters, Edith Atkinson of Mt. Croghan and Betty Lou (Bobby) Griffith of Chesterfield; sister-in-law, Margaret Dalrymple of Chesterfield.

Memorials may be made to Ruby Baptist Church, P.O. Box 5, Ruby, S.C. 29741 or to Ruby Cemetery Association, c/o Johnnie Oliver P.O. Box 3, Ruby, S.C. 29741

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Thurman family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Thursday, May 26, 2011.

Sharon T. Garris

WALLACE – Sharon T. Garris, 57, died May 25, 2011.

A memorial service was held May 27 at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home Chapel, Chesterfield. Visitation was held prior to the service at the funeral home.

Mrs. Garris was born October 26, 1953 in Chesterfield County, a daughter of the late Wallace and Newell Graves Turnage. She was a former employee of Chesterfield Manufacturing and retired from Takata Industries. In addition to her parents, Sharon was also preceded in death by her sister, Patsy Isgett.

Sharon is survived by her husband of 28 years, Ray Garris, of the home; son, Nelson Bailey of Bennettsville; step-son, Todd (Sandy) Garris of Wallace; daughter, Elizabeth (Michael) McKinney of Rock Hill, 2 grandchildren, Katlyn and Victoria Garris; brothers, Wayne, Ronnie, Joe and Steven Turnage, sisters, Linda Davis, Jane Wallace, Millie Arant, Judy Suggs, Karen Melton, and Denise Conrad

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Garris family.  Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5, Thursday, June 2. 2011.

Cliston “Cliff” Brumett

RUBY – Cliston “Cliff” Brumett, 75, died May 21, 2011.

Funeral services were held May 25 at Flemming Funeral Chapel, Pageland. Burial followed in the Family Cemetery, Ruby.

Mr. Cliston “Cliff” Brumett, son of the late George and Reatha Brook Brumett was born June 6, 1935 in Lincoln, KY.

Cliff is survived by sons, Chris Brumett, Joe Brumett, both of Darlington, Cliston Brumett (Tracy), of Ruby, Steve Brumett (Christine), of Florence, and Brian Brumett, of Pageland; four daughters, Robin Edwards, of Darlington, LouAnn Byrant (Leavi), Timmonsville, Clairessa Brumett, and Christina Brumett, both of Ruby; brothers, Buddy Brumett, Hulen Brumett, Jimmy Brumett, Tony Browning and Roy Browning; sisters, Nancy Browning and Doris Browning; twenty-two grandchildren and ten great grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Flemming Funeral Home served the Brumett family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5, Thursday, June 2. 2011.

Luray Pegues Parson

CHERAW – Luray Pegues Parson, 75, died May 4, 2011.

Funeral services were held May 9 at Pleasant Grove AME Zion Church, Cheraw.

Mrs. Parson, daughter of the late Olin and Aggie Rorie Pegues, and the step daughter of the late Cleo Alexander Pegues was born Feb. 22, 1936 in Chesterfield County.

Mrs. Parson joined Goodman Creek Baptist Church in Cheraw. She worked with the ministries in the church and sang until she began attending church to support her daughter’s ministry.

Determined to fulfill the dream of receiving her high school diploma, she graduated from the ICS Newport/Pacific High School on June 11, 1991. She continued her education at Chesterfield-Marlboro Tech in Cheraw, earning certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant.

Luray is survived by her loving and attentive husband, for over one half of a century, Willie Parson, Sr.; daughters, Rev. Sandra K. Benton (Robert), Sharon Bronson, Wandalyn Joseph; son, Willie (Joy) Parson, Jr. of GA; three grandsons, Rev. Robert (Rev. Melissa) T. Benton of Columbia, Terris Parson of PA, Derrian Parson of GA; two granddaughters, Angel (Marcus) Coleman of Columbia, Ashley S. Douglas of Cheraw; five great grandchildren, Timel and Kenny Benton, Lauryn and Carter Coleman, all of Columbia, and Jessiah Parson of Cheraw; brother, Larry (Betty) Pegues of Chesterfield; sister, Sally (Timmy) Bennett of NC, O’Linda (Harry) Robinson and Betty Pegues, of Cheraw; sister-in-laws, Mazzie Parson, Maggielien Pegues; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and special friends. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5, Thursday, June 2. 2011.

Vonzill Price Oliver

Funeral services will be held June 2, at 4:00 p.m. at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home Chapel, Chesterfield. Burial will follow in the Bethlehem Baptist Church Cemetery, Pageland. Visitation will be 6:00 – 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, June 1, at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home, Chesterfield.

Mrs. Oliver was born October 20, 1934 in Pageland, a daughter of the late Clayton and Ola Griggs Price. She was a homemaker who enjoyed working in her flowers. Mrs. Oliver was a loving mother to all of her children, and was devoted to the life-long care she provided for her son Frankie. Vonzill was married for over 55 years to the late Billy F. “Bill” Oliver, Sr. and was also preceded in death by her son, Frankie Oliver, Jr.; 6 sisters, Emma Kirkley, Gladys P. Hancock, Nell Price Sutton, Susie Price Brock, Blanche Oliver, and Maude Demby; and 1 brother, Lonnie Price.

Vonzill is survived by sons, Donnie (Sheila) Oliver, and Steve Oliver both of Ruby; daughters, Vickey (Jack) Oxendine of Iverness, FL, Kay (Thomas) Knight of Ruby, and Christine (David) Johns of Myrtle Beach; 5 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild; brother, George (Mildred) Price of Kannapolis, NC; sister, Millie Newton of Chesterfield.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Oliver family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5, Thursday, June 2. 2011.

Charles O’Brian Miller

PAGELAND – Charles O’Brian Miller, 33, died May 24, 2011.

Funeral services were held May 28 at Mount Calvary Baptist Church, Pageland. Burial followed in the church cemetery.

Mr. Charles O’Brian Miller,was born to Marilyn Jill Miller and Willie Perry, Jr. on August 31, 1977 in Union County. Charles attended the public schools of Chesterfield County and graduated from Central High School, Pageland. Charles joined Mount Calvary Baptist Church and made a decision by dedicating his life to Christ making Jesus his Lord. Charles served his country in the U.S. Navy. He was also a barber at the Pageland Plaza Barbershop. He enjoyed basketball and softball.

Charles is survived by his son, Jionne O’Brian Miller, Charlotte, NC; daughters, Christian Phelps, Greensboro, NC, Tahnay Sia Taylor, Kaylin Miller, Serenity Tyson; parents, Marilyn Jill Miller (Willie Sutton), Pageland, Willie Perry, Jr., Charlotte, NC; brothers, Michael Leander Miller, Jefferson, and Tyrone Miller, Yazoo, MS; sisters, Keiondra Dawintah Miller, Kershaw, Latonya Annquanette Wilson, Jefferson, Latisha Dechell Collins, Kershaw, Crystal Clyburn, Kershaw, Whitney Stover Rock Hill, and India Sowell, Kershaw; grandmother, Lille B. Miller, Jefferson; aunts, uncles; a special family the “Sullivan’s”; two special friends, Franterria Robinson and Steve Sowell; a host of other relatives and friends.

Charles was preceded in death by a brother Cory Demond Miller.

Fleming Funeral Home served the Miller family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5, Thursday, June 2. 2011.

Sharon T. Garris

WALLACE – Sharon T. Garris, 57, died May 25, 2011.

A memorial service was held May 27 at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home Chapel, Chesterfield. Visitation was held prior to the service at the funeral home.

Mrs. Garris was born October 26, 1953 in Chesterfield County, a daughter of the late Wallace and Newell Graves Turnage. She was a former employee of Chesterfield Manufacturing and retired from Takata Industries. In addition to her parents, Sharon was also preceded in death by her sister, Patsy Isgett.

Sharon is survived by her husband of 28 years, Ray Garris, of the home; son, Nelson Bailey of Bennettsville; step-son, Todd (Sandy) Garris of Wallace; daughter, Elizabeth (Michael) McKinney of Rock Hill, 2 grandchildren, Katlyn and Victoria Garris; brothers, Wayne, Ronnie, Joe and Steven Turnage, sisters, Linda Davis, Jane Wallace, Millie Arant, Judy Suggs, Karen Melton, and Denise Conrad

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Garris family.  Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5, Thursday, June 2. 2011.

Cliston “Cliff” Brumett

RUBY – Cliston “Cliff” Brumett, 75, died May 21, 2011.

Funeral services were held May 25 at Flemming Funeral Chapel, Pageland. Burial followed in the Family Cemetery, Ruby.

Mr. Cliston “Cliff” Brumett, son of the late George and Reatha Brook Brumett was born June 6, 1935 in Lincoln, KY.

Cliff is survived by sons, Chris Brumett, Joe Brumett, both of Darlington, Cliston Brumett (Tracy), of Ruby, Steve Brumett (Christine), of Florence, and Brian Brumett, of Pageland; four daughters, Robin Edwards, of Darlington, LouAnn Byrant (Leavi), Timmonsville, Clairessa Brumett, and Christina Brumett, both of Ruby; brothers, Buddy Brumett, Hulen Brumett, Jimmy Brumett, Tony Browning and Roy Browning; sisters, Nancy Browning and Doris Browning; twenty-two grandchildren and ten great grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Flemming Funeral Home served the Brumett family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5, Thursday, June 2. 2011.

Luray Pegues Parson

CHERAW – Luray Pegues Parson, 75, died May 4, 2011.

Funeral services were held May 9 at Pleasant Grove AME Zion Church, Cheraw.

Mrs. Parson, daughter of the late Olin and Aggie Rorie Pegues, and the step daughter of the late Cleo Alexander Pegues was born Feb. 22, 1936 in Chesterfield County.

Mrs. Parson joined Goodman Creek Baptist Church in Cheraw. She worked with the ministries in the church and sang until she began attending church to support her daughter’s ministry.

Determined to fulfill the dream of receiving her high school diploma, she graduated from the ICS Newport/Pacific High School on June 11, 1991. She continued her education at Chesterfield-Marlboro Tech in Cheraw, earning certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant.

Luray is survived by her loving and attentive husband, for over one half of a century, Willie Parson, Sr.; daughters, Rev. Sandra K. Benton (Robert), Sharon Bronson, Wandalyn Joseph; son, Willie (Joy) Parson, Jr. of GA; three grandsons, Rev. Robert (Rev. Melissa) T. Benton of Columbia, Terris Parson of PA, Derrian Parson of GA; two granddaughters, Angel (Marcus) Coleman of Columbia, Ashley S. Douglas of Cheraw; five great grandchildren, Timel and Kenny Benton, Lauryn and Carter Coleman, all of Columbia, and Jessiah Parson of Cheraw; brother, Larry (Betty) Pegues of Chesterfield; sister, Sally (Timmy) Bennett of NC, O’Linda (Harry) Robinson and Betty Pegues, of Cheraw; sister-in-laws, Mazzie Parson, Maggielien Pegues; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and special friends. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5, Thursday, June 2. 2011.

Vonzill Price Oliver

Funeral services will be held June 2, at 4:00 p.m. at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home Chapel, Chesterfield. Burial will follow in the Bethlehem Baptist Church Cemetery, Pageland. Visitation will be 6:00 – 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, June 1, at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home, Chesterfield.

Mrs. Oliver was born October 20, 1934 in Pageland, a daughter of the late Clayton and Ola Griggs Price. She was a homemaker who enjoyed working in her flowers. Mrs. Oliver was a loving mother to all of her children, and was devoted to the life-long care she provided for her son Frankie. Vonzill was married for over 55 years to the late Billy F. “Bill” Oliver, Sr. and was also preceded in death by her son, Frankie Oliver, Jr.; 6 sisters, Emma Kirkley, Gladys P. Hancock, Nell Price Sutton, Susie Price Brock, Blanche Oliver, and Maude Demby; and 1 brother, Lonnie Price.

Vonzill is survived by sons, Donnie (Sheila) Oliver, and Steve Oliver both of Ruby; daughters, Vickey (Jack) Oxendine of Iverness, FL, Kay (Thomas) Knight of Ruby, and Christine (David) Johns of Myrtle Beach; 5 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild; brother, George (Mildred) Price of Kannapolis, NC; sister, Millie Newton of Chesterfield.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Oliver family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5, Thursday, June 2. 2011.

Charles O’Brian Miller

PAGELAND – Charles O’Brian Miller, 33, died May 24, 2011.

Funeral services were held May 28 at Mount Calvary Baptist Church, Pageland. Burial followed in the church cemetery.

Mr. Charles O’Brian Miller,was born to Marilyn Jill Miller and Willie Perry, Jr. on August 31, 1977 in Union County. Charles attended the public schools of Chesterfield County and graduated from Central High School, Pageland. Charles joined Mount Calvary Baptist Church and made a decision by dedicating his life to Christ making Jesus his Lord. Charles served his country in the U.S. Navy. He was also a barber at the Pageland Plaza Barbershop. He enjoyed basketball and softball.

Charles is survived by his son, Jionne O’Brian Miller, Charlotte, NC; daughters, Christian Phelps, Greensboro, NC, Tahnay Sia Taylor, Kaylin Miller, Serenity Tyson; parents, Marilyn Jill Miller (Willie Sutton), Pageland, Willie Perry, Jr., Charlotte, NC; brothers, Michael Leander Miller, Jefferson, and Tyrone Miller, Yazoo, MS; sisters, Keiondra Dawintah Miller, Kershaw, Latonya Annquanette Wilson, Jefferson, Latisha Dechell Collins, Kershaw, Crystal Clyburn, Kershaw, Whitney Stover Rock Hill, and India Sowell, Kershaw; grandmother, Lille B. Miller, Jefferson; aunts, uncles; a special family the “Sullivan’s”; two special friends, Franterria Robinson and Steve Sowell; a host of other relatives and friends.

Charles was preceded in death by a brother Cory Demond Miller.

Fleming Funeral Home served the Miller family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5, Thursday, June 2. 2011.

Eden Smith

CHESTERFIELD — Eden Smith, 27, died May 31, 2011.

Funeral services were held June 4 at Lower Macedonia Baptist Church. Burial followed in the church memorial gardens. Visitation was held June 3 at Miller -Rivers-Calder Funeral Home, Chesterfield.

Mr. Smith was born July 29, 1983, in Florence, a son of Dean and Donna Harpe Smith. He was a 2001 graduate of Chesterfield High School and attended Northeastern Technical College. He was employed with Airtech Air Conditioning & Heating as a certified air technician and was a member of Chesterfield Baptist Church. Eden enjoyed gardening and spending time with his family whom he loved very much. Eden was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, James Smith; maternal grandfather, B. Thomas Harpe, Sr., and his cousin, B. Thomas “Ben” Harpe, III.

Eden is survived by his parents, Dean and Donna Harpe Smith of Murrells Inlet; sister, Samantha Smith of Murrells Inlet; paternal grandmother; Ruby B. Smith of Chesterfield;

maternal grandmother, Sue Harpe of Cheraw; uncles, Tommy (Kathy) Harpe , Mitch (Teresa) Harpe both of Cheraw, and Kendall (Karen) Smith of Chesterfield; aunts, Terri (Rev. Joey) Polson of Cheraw, and Sandra S. Smith of Chesterfield.

Memorials may be made in memory of Eden to the Brennan Jason Phillips memorial scholarship fund, c/o First Citizens Bank, P.O. Box 69, Chesterfield, S.C. 29709.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Smith family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5, Thursday, June 9. 2011.

Omogene Ballard Eargle

Omogene Ballard Eargle, 83, died June 3, 2011.

Graveside services were held June 7, at Shiloh United Methodist Church Cemetery.

Mrs. Eargle was born December 3, 1927 in Chesterfield, to the late Frank and Virginia Davidson Ballard and was raised from the age of five by her grandparents, the late William Jesse and Lillie Mae Davidson. She made her home in Charlotte, NC for more than 30 years before retiring in Chesterfield, where she became a substitute teacher and a long-time member of Shiloh United Methodist Church. She was a talented cook and enjoyed spending time with her children and grandchildren. She was predeceased by her loving husband of 46 years, M.L. Eargle, Jr.; daughter, Betty Maria Eargle; step-mother, Montie Douglas Ballard; and sisters, Vera White, Jacqueline Thrush, Laura Shepperd and Debra Ballard.

Mrs. Eargle is survived by daughters, Sheila Rogers Jerry) of Charlotte, N.C., and Kathryn Mitchell (Wilbert) of North Tazewell, VA; son, Mick Eargle (Renita) of Dunn, NC; brothers, C.F. Ballard, Jr. of Durham, N.C., and Tommy Ballard of Chesterfield; sisters, Lera King, Ruby Smith, Virginia King (Jack), and Martha Benehaley, all of Chesterfield; 8 grandchildren, Lassity, Mickey, Thomas, Amanda,

Sarah, Marissa, Noah, and A.J.; also a number of nieces and nephews; and many special friends.

Memorials may be made to Shiloh United Methodist Church,c/o Shirley Douglas, 897 Burch Road, Chesterfield, S.C. 29709 or to the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America, 322 Eighth Ave., 7th fl., New York, NY 10001.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Eargle family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5, Thursday, June 9. 2011.

Helen D. Metteal

RUBY — Helen D. Metteal, 87, died June 4, 2011.

Funeral services were held June 7 at Cross Roads Baptist Church with burial following in the church cemetery.

Visitation was held June 6 at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home, Chesterfield.

Mrs. Metteal was born Sept. 4, 1923, in Roselawn, Indiana, a daughter of the late Ernest William and Flora May Bailey Iliff. She was a retired employee of Cato Executive Offices. In addition to her parents, Helen was preceded in death by brothers, Ernie, Jerry, Art, and Chuck Iliff; sister, Joyce Hess; and granddaughter,

Diana Lynn Barger Campbell. Helen is survived by husband, Jerome R. Metteal, of the home; son, Marvin T. Reynolds of Santa Maria, CA; daughters, Beverly Mott of Cheraw, Marilyn Kay Glidewell of Great Falls, Joyce Helmeland of San Diego, CA, Carolyn Mace of Chesterfield, and Barbara Ann Barger of Ruby; sister, Saundra Allen of Lancaster; also 16 Grandchildren, 24 Great Grandchildren, and 6 Great Great Grandchildren

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Metteal family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5, Thursday, June 9. 2011.

Addie Louise Mumford Crowley

BENNETTSVILLE — Addie Louise Mumford Crowley, 82, died June 1, 2011.

Funeral services were held June 4 at Burroughs Cooper Kiser Funeral Home with burial in Sunset Memorial Park.

Visitation was held prior to the service at the funeral home.

Born May 7, 1929, in Bennettsville, she was a daughter of the late Carl and Mary Mozelle Jones Mumford. She was a member and Sunday school teacher at Thomas Memorial Baptist Church.

Addie is survived by her husband of 63 years, Mr. Tracy Crowley; a son, Charles E. Crowley (Kathy) of Cheraw; daughter, Mary Lou Lowery (David) of Cheraw; brother, Bobby Mumford of Wilmington, NC; sisters, Pauline Mumford of Bennettsville, Mildred Shaw (Charles) of Blenheim; grandchildren, Jennifer Jackson, Chuck Crowley, Brian Crowley (Casi) and Dave Lowery; step grandchild, Dawn Rogers; great grandchildren, Billy and Jenna Clay, Abbi and Bryson Crowley; step great grandchildren, Dalton, Dustin and Wyatt Taylor, Destiny Freeman, Christian and Timothy Parrish; great great grandchild, Hailey Taylor; numerous nieces and nephews.

Memorials may be made to Agape Hospice, 204 Front Street, Cheraw, S.C. 29520

Burroughs Cooper Kiser Home served the Crowley family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle & The Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5, Thursday, June 9. 2011.

David Eugene ‘Snap’ Bittle

CHESTERFIELD – David Eugene “Snap” Bittle, 74, died June 9, 2011.

Funeral services were held June 12 at Flemming Funeral Home Chapel.

Mr. David Eugene “Snap” Bittle, son of the late Eugene “Bullie” and Allie Lee “Doll” Mills Bittle was born Jan. 22, 1937, in Chesterfield. David attended the public schools of Anson County, N.C. and graduated from Gary High School in Chesterfield County.

He was joined in holy matrimony with Mary Ruth Edwards after graduating from school. David joined Mount Level Baptist Church at an early age and attended until leaving for military duty. Upon return from military service, he joined Davidson Grove Baptist Church. David served his country in the U.S. Air Force with a tour of duty on the Isle of Crete, Greece. He worked for Allied Chemical Company, Charlotte, N.C. for many years until his early retirement.

David is survived by daughters, Peggy Bittle and Debbie Alexander (John) NC; four grandchildren, John III. (Tia), VA, Kirsten, Marcus, and Shakiri, NC; one great-grandson, John IV; sisters, Doris Cummings and Sandra McQueen (James), Columbia, Brenda Bittle Kennedy, NC; brothers, Burnice Bittle (Margie) and Ralph Bittle (Ella), N.C., Kenneth W. Bittle (Camalah), Cheraw; a host of uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

David was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Shirley Bittle; brothers, Burise Bittle, Thurmond Bittle and Lester Bittle.

Flemming Funeral Home served the Bittle family. . Published in the Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, June 16, 2011.

Melvin L. Baker

PAGELAND – Melvin L. Baker, 63, died May 26, 2011.

Funeral services were held May 30 at Christ Bible Discipleship Worship Center, Marshville, N.C.

Mr. Melvin Lee Baker, son of the late V.L. Baker and Mary Lee Massey was born Nov. 2, 1947, in Chesterfield County.

Melvin was educated in the Chesterfield County Public School System. He began working at Wal-Mart in 1997 until leaving for retirement in 2009. He loved to travel, go fishing and spend much time as possible with his family. He was a faithful member and Missionary of Hope Family Worship Center, Pageland.

Melvin was married to Linda Sue Price Baker.

Mr. Baker is survived by daughters, Lutisha Baker, Mary Baker, Brenda Baker Miller (Antonio), Linda Price Youance (Stevens), Veronica Baker Marsh (Quinton), Melanie Baker Reid (James), Lisa Blakeney, all of Pageland; Carla Price Sowell (Desmond) of Monroe, N.C.; and Floresa Banks Raymond (Maurice) of

Richmond, VA; son, Melvin Lee Banks of Richmond, VA; brother, Henry Baker of Pageland; sisters, Mary Ann Baker Hailey of Monroe, NC, Rebecca Baker McNeely (James) of Charlotte, NC; aunts, Hattie Jones of NY, Betty Lowery of VA, and Henrietta Miller of NY; uncles, Thomas Massey and James E. Massey, both of N.C.; 23 grandchildren and seven great grandchildren; also a host of nieces, nephews and other friends and relatives.

Published in the Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, June 16, 2011.

Robert Stanley

CHESTERFIELD – Robert Stanley, 75, died June 2, 2011.

Funeral services were held June 11 at Flemming Funeral Home Chapel, Chesterfield.

Mr. Robert Stanley was born on July 22, 1935, in Chesterfield County. He was the fourth child born to the late Jessie and Lille Watson Stanley.

Robert received his education from the Chesterfield County public school system.

He was united in matrimony to Elois Tarlton. This union was blessed with three beautiful children, Sharon Stanley, Ray Stanley and Bernard Stanley.

Robert is survived by daughter, Sharon Stanley, Oak Grove, KY; sister, Eliza (David, Jr.) Dixon, FL; two grandsons, Demetrick (Michelle) Stanley, NY and Marcus Stanley, KY; two granddaughters, Tawanna Hugueley, NY and Tiffany Stanley, FL; a sister-in-law, Mary Frances Stanley, Chesterfield; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Robert was preceded in death by sons, Bernard and Ray; brothers, Prince Stanley and Jessie Stanley, Jr.; sisters, Luberta Bennett, Hattie Bethea and Aldermease Glasscoe.

Flemming Funeral Home served the Stanley family. . Published in the Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, June 16, 2011

Dewey Earnest Jones, Jr.

BENNETTSVILLE – Dewey Earnest Jones, Jr., 78, died June 8, 2011.

A graveside funeral service was held June 10 at Chatham Hill Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Cheraw.

Memorials may be made to Hospice of Chesterfield County, 700 W. Boulevard, Chesterfield, S.C. 29709

Kiser Funeral Home served the Jones family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, June 16, 2011.

Charles A. Bruneio, Sr.

CHERAW – Charles A. Bruneio, Sr., 78, died June 12, 2011.

He was the son of the late Anthony and Mary Dazuala Bruneio.

A funeral mass was held June 15 at St Peter’s Catholic Church, Cheraw. Burial with military honors followed in Old St David’s Cemetery. Visitation was held June 14 at Kiser Funeral Home, Cheraw. A rosary service was heldfollowing visitation.

Charles is survived by his sons, Mike (Karen) Bruneio of Whitehall, PA, Charles (Mareen) Bruneio, Jr. of Easton, PA, Daniel (Amy) Bruneio of Cheraw; daughter, Mary (Thomas) Quick of Cheraw; sister, Rose Capobianco of Easton, PA, five grandchildren and a nephew, Louis Ferrone of Easton, PA.

Charles was preceded in death by his parents listed above and a son, Anthony Bruneio.

Memorials may be made to the charity of your choice.

Kiser Funeral Home served the Bruneio family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, June 16, 2011.

Preston Randolph ‘Randy’ Freeman

CHERAW — Preston Randolph “Randy” Freeman Jr., 52, died June 18, 2011.

Funeral services were held June 21 at Zoar United Methodist Church. Burial followed in the church cemetery. Visitation was held June 20 at the residence, Cheraw.

Mr. Freeman was born May 19, 1959, in Cheraw, a son of Preston Randolph “Bud” Freeman Sr. and Mary Beth Robeson Freeman. He was a graduate of Cheraw High School, Class of 1977, and attended Coastal Carolina. Randy was a former employee of Cheraw Country Club, and a member of Zoar United Methodist Church.

Randy is survived by his parents, Bud and Mary Beth Freeman of Cheraw; and a sister, Betsy (Greg) Roumillat of Summerville.

Memorials may be made to Zoar United Methodist Church “Backpack Ministry,” 2842 Zoar Road, Cheraw, S.C. 29520.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Freeman family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, June  23, 2011.

Inez Elizabeth Robeson Giles

COLUMBIA — Inez Elizabeth Robeson Giles, 77, died June 17, 2011.

Funeral services were held June 20 at the Lutheran Church of the Incarnation. The family received friends at the home of Alec and Carolyn Giles, Columbia, following the service.

Mrs. Giles, born in Chesterfield, was the daughter of the late Laura Kimbrough Wall and John Greer Robeson.

A graduate of Chesterfield County High School and Winthrop University in 1957, she began her career in Lancaster, teaching at the middle school grade levels. For over 18 years, she taught school both full and part-time, served the Red Cross as a youth volunteer coordinator for the Columbia area schools and devoted the majority of her teaching to the subject of Life Science at James H. Hammond Academy.

Since her family’s relocation to theColumbia area in 1962, Mrs. Giles has been a member of the Daughters of The American Revolution, Daughters of the Confederacy, The Women’s Symphony Association, Candy Tuft Garden Club, and the Palmetto Study Club. She has been an active member of the Lutheran Church of the Incarnation where she served in many volunteer roles including both Chairperson and member on the Church Council, Sunday school teacher, and President of the Women of the Church. In her free time, she enjoyed playing bridge, spending time with friends and family and using her creative talents with home

decorating.

Surviving are her children, a son, Alexander Faris Giles III, (Carolyn) of Columbia; daughter, Elizabeth Robeson Giles Plyler (Edward) of Morganton, N.C.; five grandchildren, Alexander Faris IV, Ann Marie Chapman, and Thomas Blake Huggins Giles of Columbia, and Elizabeth Avery and Giles Edward McCormick Plyler of Morganton, N.C.; sisters -in-law, Nancy Funderburk Robeson of Cheraw and Dorcas O’Dell Giles of Columbia; and numerous nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by her husband, Alexander Faris Giles Jr.; brothers, John Greer Robeson Jr., Edwin Waterman Robeson and Thomas Wall Robeson.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Lutheran Church of the Incarnation Music Fund, 3005 Devine St., Columbia, S.C. 29205 and Lutheridge/LutherRock Ministries-Heritage Ministries, 28 Spruce Drive, Arden, N.C. 28704.

Dunbar Funeral Home served the Giles family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, June  23, 2011.

Flora Lee Mills

RUBY — Flora Lee Mills, 82, died Sunday, June 19, 2011.

Funeral services were held June 22 at Cross Roads Baptist Church. Burial followed in the church cemetery. Visitation was held June 21 at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home, Chesterfield.

Mrs. Mills was born August 2, 1928, in Ruby, a daughter of the late George and Martha Gulledge Rushing.

She was a faithful lifelong member of Cross Roads Baptist Church. Flora Lee was a homemaker, devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She was a loving and caring babysitter to numerous children through the years. Flora Lee was married to the late Curtis Lee Mills and was also preceded in death by her 3 brothers, Floyd, J.D., and Dewey Rushing; and 1 sister, Dorothy Pittman.

Flora is survived by a son, Tommy Lynn (Myra) Mills of McBee; daughter, Patricia Ann Mills of Ruby; 3 grandchildren: Jason (Becky) Davis of Kershaw, Danny (Darlene) Brown of Patrick, and Becky (Neil) Powell of Kingstree; 7 great grandchildren: Amberlee, Kaileigh, Dakota, Logan, Lilly, Collin, and Hayden; sisters, Othea Lee Thomas of Kannapolis, N.C. and Betty Lou Rushing of Florida; also her extended family whom she helped to raise: Randall, Gabe, and Rev. Chad Watson, Chris Black, Tammy Nicholson, Jessie Oliver, Carrie Foote, Ken and Scott Johnson, and Neil Sellers.

Memorials may be made to Cross Roads Baptist Church “Building Fund,” P.O. Box 72, Ruby, S.C. 29741 or to Hospice of Chesterfield County, P.O. Box 293, Chesterfield, S.C. 29709

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Mills family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, June  23, 2011.

James N. Myers

PAGELAND — James N. Myers, age 59, died Tuesday, June 14, 2011.

Funeral services were held June 18 at Lighthouse Baptist Church. Burial was held at Greenlawn Memorial Park. Visitation was held June 17 at Lighthouse Baptist Church, Pageland.

Mr. Myers was born May 1, 1952, in Chesterfield, a son of the late Floyd and Annie Mae Price Myers. He was a longtime employee of All Points Waste. In addition to his parents, James was preceded in death by a sister, Brenda Myers, and a grandson, Mason Myers. James is survived by his sons, Heath (Margaret) Myers, Wayne (Melissa) Myers both of Pageland and James G. (Jennifer) Myers of Wingate, N.C.; and their mother: Rosa Myers of Pageland, companion, Joni Eargle and her son, Josh of the home; brothers, Robert, Carson, Jerry, and Ray Myers of Pageland; sisters, Shirley (Cecil) Goodman of Florence, Peggy (Ricky) Taylor, Thelma (Earl) Deason, and Motsy (Roger) Hendrix all of Pageland; eight grandchildren, Khristen, Nicholas, James, Brandon, Keira, Anna, Kenly, Kalin.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Myers family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, June  23, 2011.

David Lee Stricklin

CHERAW — David Lee Stricklin, 70, died June 15, 2011.

Funeral services were held June 18 at First Presbyterian Church, Cheraw, with burial following in the Old St. David’s Cemetery. Visitation was prior to the service in the church parlor.

Mr. Stricklin was born in Kershaw County to the late Joseph N. and Frances Dixon Stricklin. He was a retired insurance agent and worked for many years with Liberty Life Insurance Company. He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church where he was a former deacon and elder.

David is survived by his wife, Miriam Thomas Stricklin, of the home; sons, Joseph N. (LeeAnn) Stricklin of Columbia and David L. (Jane) Stricklin, Jr., of Marietta, Ga.; daughter, Beth Stricklin of Cheraw; sister, Alice S. (Frank) Smith of Henderson, N.C.; four grandchildren.

Memorials may be made to the First Presbyterian Church, P.O. Box 552, Cheraw, S.C. 29520 or to St. David’s Cemetery Association, P.O. Box 1193, Cheraw, S.C. 29520.

Norton Funeral Home served the Stricklin family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, June  23, 2011.

James L. ‘Jim’ Melton

RUBY — James L. “Jim” Melton, 90, died June 16, 2011.

Funeral services were held June 19 at White Oak Presbyterian Church. Burial followed in the church cemetery. Visitation was held prior to the service in the church fellowship hall.

Mr. Melton was born February 5, 1921, in Ruby, a son of the late George and Sue Woodward Melton. He was a retired truck driver with Branch Motor Lines. Mr. Melton was a faithful member of White Oak Presbyterian Church for many years where he served as former Elder, Sunday School Superintendent,

and was a member of the Men’s Club. In addition to his parents, Jim was preceded in death by a son Mike Melton; seven brothers, Arthur Woodward, Kirb, Archie, Raymond, Clyde, David, and Clayton Melton; and sisters, Eva Wright and Rachel Petrea.

James is survived by his wife of 65 years, Estelle Douglas Melton, of the home; sons, James R. “Bobby” Melton and Tommy (Doris) Melton both of Ruby; four grandchildren and four great grandchildren.

Memorials may be made to White Oak Presbyterian Church, c/o Julieth Freeman, 466 Huntley Shop Road, Chesterfield, S.C. 29709

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral served the Melton family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, June 23, 2011.

Gerald E. Johnson

JEFFERSON — Gerald E. Johnson, 68, died June 14,2011.

Funeral services were held June 17 at Antioch Baptist Church, Jefferson. Burial followed in the church cemetery. Visitation was held June 16 at the church.

Mr. Johnson was born December 7, 1942, in Jefferson, a son of the late Burkett and Rosa Poston Johnson. He was a former employee of Caro Knit with 38 years of service. Mr. Johnson was a faithful member of Antioch Baptist Church, where he served as a former Deacon, Sunday School Teacher, and Sunday School Superintendent. In addition to his parents, Gerald was preceded in death by a son, Ricky E. Johnson Sr.; brothers, Perry Johnson, and James Heyward Johnson; and sister, Linda Price.

Gerald is survived by his wife of 48 years, Ola Faye Johnson of the home; son, Dennis Johnson of Jefferson; daughter, Marty (Robert) Ward of Jefferson; brothers, Harold (Jackie) Johnson of Lugoff, Glenn (Alice) Johnson of Jefferson, and Ronnie (Shirley) Johnson of Pageland; sisters, Mary Lou (George) Watkins of Rembert and Sybil Kirkley of Jefferson; five grandchildren, Desnie (Thomas) Faile of Lancaster, Ricky (Courtney) Johnson, Jr. of Jefferson, Fairly Johnson of Lancaster, Sky Ward of Conway, and Serena Ward of Jefferson; five great grandchildren, Nathan, Lauren, Christopher, Bethany, Brianna.

Memorials may be made to Harmony Care Hospice, 1000 West Bobo Newsome Hwy., Hartsville, S.C. 29550.

Miller-Rivers- Caulder Funeral Home served the Johnson family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, June 23, 2011.

Barney Edward ‘Sly’ Driggers

CHERAW — Barney Edward “Sly” Driggers, 57, died June 20, 2011.

Funeral services will be held Thursday, June 23, at Cheraw Family Worship Center. Burial will follow in the old St. David’s Cemetery. Visitation was held June 22 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home, Chesterfield.

Mr. Driggers was born May 9, 1954, in Society Hill, a son of the late Barney Edward and Rosie Cole Driggers. He was a carpenter and an employee of the Town of Cheraw. He attended Cheraw Family Worship Center. Sly enjoyed fishing, wood crafts, football, and was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers fan. He also loved his family and enjoyed watching his boys play ball.

Mr. Driggers is survived by his wife, Linda Teal Driggers, of the home, sons, Clint D. Driggers and Dan C. (Ashely) Driggers of Cheraw; brother, Bobby (Martha) Driggers of Cheraw; Father and Mother-in-law, John Carlos “Son” and Dorothy “Moss” Teal of Cheraw; also several nieces and nephews.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral served the Driggers family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, June 23, 2011.

Billy Fletcher Spradley, Sr.

PATRICK — Billy Fletcher Spradley Sr. died June 19, 2011.

Funeral services will be held Thursday, June 23, at 6 p.m. in the Kistler-Hardee Funeral Home Chapel, Darlington. The family received friends June 22 at the funeral home.

Mr. Spradley was born in Aiken on March 9, 1943. He was the son of the late Fletcher Legree and Rennie Fulmer Spradley. He was the owner and operator of M&M Frame Shop in Patrick (formerly in Society Hill), and Quick Stop Frame Shop at the Barn Yard Flea Market in Lexington.

Mr. Spradley is survived by his wife of 50 years, Mary Spradley of Patrick; sons, Russell Spradley and Billy Fletcher Spradley Jr., both of Patrick; daughter, Jackie Walters (Marshall) of Wallace; sisters, Reba Cribb, Sara Davis, and Carolyn Bohannon all of Jacksonville, Fla.; five grandchildren, Michael Matheny Sr., Autumn Raine Walters, Jimmy Spradley, Margaret Spradley, and Timothy Spradley; and one great-grandson, Michael Matheny Jr.

Memorials may be made to McLeod Hospice, 555 E. Cheves St., Florence, S.C. 29501.

Kistler-Hardee Funeral Home served the Spradley family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, June 23, 2011.

Glenn William Locklear

WALLACE — Glenn William Locklear, 52, died June 20, 2011.

Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. June 24 at the True Gospel Emanuel Holiness Church, Wallace. Burial will follow at White’s Creek church cemetery. Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. June 23 at Richard-Boles funeral home, Laurinburg, N.C.

Glenn was born Aug. 2, 1958, in Scotland County, son to the late Enos Locklear and Thelma Robinson Locklear. He had many years of dedicated services as an employee with the City of Cheraw. He loved being a member of the True Gospel Emanuel Holiness Church. He enjoyed fishing, was an avid Washington Redskin fan and especially loved helping others. Glenn will be remembered as a loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend.

Glenn is survived by his wife, Eunice L. Locklear, of the home in Wallace; son, Christopher “Chris” Glen Peele (Kayla) of Lumberton, N.C.; daughters, Jennifer Peele of Laurinburg, N.C., Jessica D. Locklear, of the home; brother, J.D. Locklear or Rockingham, N.C.; sisters, Annie Lee Thompson and Jean Locklear, both of Laurinburg, N.C.; grandchildren, Nicholas Norton, Kaileigh Howard and Luke Howard; mother-in law, Mozelle Locklear of Cheraw; host of family and friends.

Memorials may be made in memory of Glenn to the True Gospel Emanuel Holiness Church, 2539 Grants Mill Road, Wallace, S.C. 29596.

Richard-Boles Funeral Home served the Locklear family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, June 23, 2011.

Barry Louallen

PAGELAND — Barry Louallen, 50, died June 21, 2011.

Funeral services were held June 26 at Pageland Community Center. Burial followed in Mount Harmon Baptist Church Cemetery, Pageland.

Mr. Barry Louallen was born on August 21, 1960 to the late James E. and Lily Mae Blakeney Louallen. Barry was employed by Tyson Foods for twenty-one years. He attended the Chesterfield County public school system and graduated from Central High School, Pageland. He continued his education at Northeastern Technical College, Cheraw. At an early age, he dedicated his life to the Lord at Mt. Harmon Missionary Baptist Church, Pageland. He attended Hope Family Worship Center, Pageland.

Barry enjoyed fishing, riding his motorcycle and scooter, but his greatest passion was reading the bible and ministering to others about the goodness of God. He was always dedicated to helping others. Barry always had a smile on his face, always encouraging someone; leading and guiding them with the word of God.

Barry is survived by sisters, Elizabeth Ann (Lamont) Allen, Frances Louallen (Lee), Pageland; a brother, Kenneth Louallen (Roberta), Pageland; half sisters, Carolyn Edwards, Indian Trial NC, and Cathy McCray, Pageland; godchildren, Dabarrius Crawford, Lancaster and Lamont Thomas III, Pageland; aunts, Jearlean (Johnny) Blakeney, Lola (Tommy) Blakeney, Cathy (Amos) Cole, Patricia (Ronnie) Hammond, Juanita Louallen, Susie Bracey, Sandra Blakeney, Ozie Blakeney all of Pageland, Bernice Ross, Morven, NC and Alice Louallen, New York; uncles, Hurley (Christine) Blakeney, Mt. Croghan, Levoid Johnson, Morven, NC and Harold Lee Louallen, Charlotte, NC; great aunt, Sarah Lee Bracey, Pageland; and a great uncle, Jimmy (Nannie) Bracey, Pageland; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Diane Louallen and brother, James E. Louallen, II.

Flemming Funeral Home served the Louallen family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, June 30, 2011.

Mae Bell Hancock

CHERAW — Mae Bell Hancock, 93, died June 14, 2011.

Funeral services were held June 21, 2011, at Salem Baptist Church, Chesterfield. Burial followed in the Chesterfield Community Cemetery.

Mae Bell Hancock was born on Feb. 9, 1918, the daughter of the late George and Emma Gaddy Huntley. Mae Bell lived most of her life as a jolly and high spirited lady. She loved to laugh and tried to stay on the happy side of life. She worked as a cook at Chesterfield High School until she retired. She was a member of Salem Baptist Church where she served faithfully as an usher. She was also a member of the choir. Mae enjoyed reading and assembling puzzles.

Mae is survived by her son, Lonnie Hancock (Diannie), of Charlotte, N.C.; nine grandchildren, Yolanda, Christian, Keisha, Lonnie Andra, Timothy, Destiny, Lonnie, Jr., Erica and Terrisha; a host of nieces, nephews, great nieces, great-nephews and friends.

Mae is preceded in death by her husband, Dennis Hancock; children, Benjamin and Willie Bee Hancock; sisters, Kate Gainey and Alma J. Moore; brothers, James Huntley and Eugene Hinson.

Flemming Funeral Home served the Hancock family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, June 30, 2011.

Angela Carpenter Ratliff

LILESVILLE — Angela Christine Carpenter Ratliff, 41, died June 21, 2011.

Funeral services were held June 25 in the Chapel of Leavitt Funeral Home. Burial followed in Cross Roads Baptist Church Cemetery, Ruby. The family received friends June 24, at the funeral home and other times at the home of her brother.

Angela was born March 5, 1970 a daughter of Benjamin Daniel and Nancy Bell Carpenter. She had worked at Air Gas National Welders in Monroe.

Angela is survived by her companion, Jody Hancock of Mt. Croghan; children, Nicholas Hancock of Mt. Croghan; and Amanda Ratliff of Hartsville; grandson, Dillon Black of Hartsville; parents, Dan and Nancy Carpenter of Lilesville; brother and sister-in-law, Daniel and Ryan Carpenter of Lilesville; nephew and niece, Jonathan and Emily Carpenter of Lilesville and her dear friend, Virginia Hancock of Mt. Croghan.

Memorials may be made to Hospice of Union County, 700 W. Roosevelt Blvd., Monroe, N.C. 28110.

Leavitt Funeral Home of Wadesboro, NC served the Ratliff family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, June 30, 2011.

Edward Lee Parker, Jr.

JEFFERSON — Edward Lee Parker, Jr., 68, died June 25, 2011.

Funeral service were held June 27 at Jefferson Presbyterian Church, Jefferson. Burial will be in the Jefferson Cemetery. The family received friends june 26 at the home in the afternoon and evening.

Born in LaGrange, GA he was the son of the late Edward Lee and Mary Davison Parker. He was a member of the 1752 Club and SC & GA Big I and also a member of Jefferson Presbyterian Church.

Surviving are his wife Susan Gregory Parker of Jefferson; son, Lee Parker of Atlanta, GA; daughter, Beth Parker of Jefferson; grandchild, Sean Parker of Jefferson; two sisters, Barbara Parker of Tucker, GA and Carol (Ed) Whitehead of Mebane, NC.

Edward was preceded in death by his parents listed above and a son Jackson Gregory Parker.

Memorials may be made to: Jefferson Presbyterian Church, PO Box 278, Jefferson, S.C. 29718.

Published in the Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, June 30, 2011.

Micheal James Gulledge

RUBY – Micheal James Gulledge, 26, died June 21, 2011.

Funeral services were held June 25 at Clanton Plaines Baptist Church. Burial followed in the church cemetery. Visitation was held June 24 at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home, Chesterfield.

Mr. Gulledge was born June 6, 1985 in Cheraw, a son of Ricky Leon Gulledge and Deadria Rivers Clendenin. He was an employee with the South Carolina Department of Transportation, and was a member of Clanton Plains Baptist Church. Micheal enjoyed playing softball, golf, video games, and liked Nascar racing, riding four wheelers, and cooking.

Micheal was preceded in death by his grandparents, Leon “Bubber” Gulledge, Jean Carol Gulledge, and Don Ray Rivers.

Micheal is survived by daughter, Shelby Jean Gulledge and her mother Shannon Broadway of Morven, NC; father and stepmother, Ricky and April Gulledge of Charlotte, NC; mother, Deadria R. Clendenin of Huntersville, NC; special companion, Marian Mathis of the home; brothers, Dakota and Colt Clendenin of Chester; sisters, Stephanie G. (James) Adams of Ruby, and Hannah Gulledge of Charlotte, NC; stepsisters, Crystal Sturkey of Hilton Head Island and Crystal Griffin of Monroe, NC and Dana Shepherd of Charlotte, NC; paternal grandmother, Emma Jean Gulledge of Ruby; maternal grandparents, Vonzile and James Jordan of Ruby; also a number of nieces and nephews including Savannah and Carson Adams.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Gulledge family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, June 30, 2011.

John Henry ‘Nookie’ Coleman III

GREENVILLE — John Henry “Nookie” Coleman III, 90, died June 21, 2011.

A funeral service were held on June 25, at the Rich and Thompson Chapel in Burlington, NC. Burial will follow at Alamance Memorial Park.

Visitation will be held from 1 p.m. – 2 p.m. prior to the service at the funeral home.

Mr. Coleman, a native of Alamance County, was a World War II Navy Veteran. He was a graduate of Alamance County Schools where he played basketball and baseball. He retired from Burlington Industries with a total of 42 years service in Burlington, NC, and Cheraw. Also, he was a former member of Fairview Methodist Church, Elon, NC; First Baptist Church, Cheraw, and East North Street Baptist Church, Greenville. In addition, Mr. Coleman was a former member of Cheraw Country Club. He was an avid golfer and a Clemson fan.

Survivors of Mr. Coleman include his wife of almost 65 years, Raymail P. Coleman; a daughter, Lynda Ray Coleman of Greenville; a niece, Deborah Gilmore Huffman (Bill) of Winston Salem, NC; a nephew, Gurney Robert “Bobby” Gilmore, Jr., of Burlington; a very special great-niece, Christina Lee Huffman of Greensboro, NC; and a sister-in-law Clydia Jones of Elon. Also, he is survived by many very special extended family members and friends.

Mr. Coleman was predeceased by his parents, John Henry and Inez White Coleman, Jr.; a stepmother, Virgie C. Coleman; a sister, Inez Coleman Gilmore and her husband Gurney Robert Gilmore Sr.; and a devoted grand-dog Fitz.

Memorials may be made to Open Arms Hospice, 1836 West Georgia Road, Simpsonville, S.C. 29680.

Rich and Thompson Funeral Home, Burlington, NC served the Coleman family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, June 30, 2011.

William ‘Bill Lee

CHERAW — William “Bill” Lee, Jr. 83, died June 21, 2011.

Funeral services were held June 25 at Side Baptist Church, Cheraw. Burial with military honors followed in

Chatham Hill Memorial Gardens. Visitation was held June 24 at Kiser Funeral Home, Cheraw.

Mr. Lee was married to the late Joan D. Lee and was the son of the late William B. Lee, Sr. and Agnes Goude Lee. Bill loved golf, softball and fishing. He was a member of Westside Baptist Church.

Bill is survived by sons, David W. Lee of Summerville, Mark Lee of Louisville, Ky., and William B. Lee, III of Wilmington, Delaware; daughter Deborah Lee Thornhill of Evergreen; brothers, F. M. Lee, Charleston, Earl Lee, Cheraw, Rayvon Lee, Bennettsville, Ricky Lee, Raleigh, NC; sister, Carolyn Kissiah of Florence.

Bill was predeceased by sister, Betty Ingram, wife and parents listed above.

Kiser Funeral Home served the Lee family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, June 30, 2011.

Billy Fletcher Spradley, Sr.

CHERAW — Billy Fletcher Spradley Sr. died June 19, 2011.

Funeral services were held June 23, at 6 p.m. in the Kistler- Hardee Funeral Home Chapel, Darlington. The family received friends June 22 at the funeral home.

Mr. Spradley was born in Aiken on March 9, 1943. He was the son of the late Fletcher Legree and Rennie Fulmer Spradley. He was the owner and operator of M&M Frame Shop in Patrick (formerly in Society Hill), and Quick Stop Frame Shop at the Barn Yard Flea Market in Lexington. He was preceded in death by a grandaughter, Wendy summer Mathney.

Mr. Spradley is survived by his wife of 50 years, Mary Spradley of Patrick; sons, Russell Spradley and Billy Fletcher Spradley Jr., both of Patrick; daughter, Jackie Walters (Marshall) of Wallace; sisters, Reba Cribb, Sara Davis, and Carolyn Bohannon all of Jacksonville, Fla.; five grandchildren, Michael Matheny Sr., Autumn Raine Walters, Jimmy Spradley, Margaret Spradley, and Timothy Spradley; and one great-grandson, Michael Matheny Jr.

Memorials may be made to McLeod Hospice, 555 E. Cheves St., Florence, S.C. 29501.

Kistler-Hardee Funeral Home served the Spradley family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, June 30, 2011.

Linda Jane Parrish Wohlwinder

CHERAW — Linda Jane Parrish Wohlwinder, 64, died June 24, 2011.

A funeral service was held June 26 at Westside Baptist Church, Cheraw. Burial followed in Chatham Hill Memorial Gardens. Visitation was held June 25 at Kiser Funeral Home, Cheraw.

Born in High Point, N.C., Linda was a daughter of William Andrew Parrish, Sr. of Loganville, Ga., and the late Helen Jacquelin Southern Wohlwinder. She was the widow of Mitchell Lewis Wohlwinder. She was a member of the Florence Seventh Day Adventist (SDA) Church. She worked with young people in the Montgomery SDA Church. She was a graduate of Boone High School, Orlando, Fla., and the Armstrong Beautician School, Montgomery, Ala. Mrs. Wohlwinder moved to Cheraw in 1986 when her husband retired from the Air Force. Linda received a Certificate in Management/Supervision from Northeastern Technical College (1993). She helped in the family business, 1993-2002, L&M Trophies and Screenprinting with her husband. In 1995 she earned an Associate Degree in General Business from NETC and a Bachelor Degree from Gardner Webb University in 2000. Mrs. Wohlwinder was a volunteer for the Pee Dee Coalition. She helped reinstate the PTO at Long Middle School and served as President. She was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary, Post 23, Five Oaks, Cheraw. She was the 1993 recipient of the Jimmy Duffy Volunteer Award from the Town of Cheraw Recreation Department for her many years of service in community projects. She worked in area schools in Chesterfield, Marlboro and Anson counties. She had been a Tupperware manager/consultant since 1969. She enjoyed baking cakes and doing crafts. She was instrumental in helping her husband reinstate the Cheraw American Legion Baseball program. She enjoyed traveling around the world with her husband and meeting new friends and seeing so many exciting things. She enjoyed the last five years living at the beach. She loved spending time with her grandchildren.

Linda is survived by her sons Brian (Lisa) Wohlwinder of Camden, Declan (Becca) Wohlwinder of Clovis, N.M.; daughter, Sherry Hatcher of Cheraw, seven grandchildren, her father listed above, a brother, William Andrew Parrish, Jr. of Loganville, Ga.; a sister, Patricia Ann Perkins of Gainsville, Fla.; and a special friend, Ron Brinn of Myrtle Beach.

Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, c/o Kathy Treadaway, 275 Forest Road, Cheraw, S.C.

Kiser Funeral Home served the Wohlwinder family. Published in the Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, June 30, 2011.

Bailey Lynn Hodge

RUBY — Bailey Lynn Hodge, infant, died June 22, 2011.

Graveside services were held June 25 at Fairview Baptist Church Cemetery.

Bailey was born June 22, 2011, in Charleston, a daughter of Bridget Diane Gulledge and Danny Lee Hodge, Jr. Bailey was preceded in death by her grandmother, Teresa Lynn Gulledge; great grandfathers, Leon “Bubber” Gulledge, J. Harold Gibson, and Bobby Deese; uncle, Phillip Gulledge.

Bailey is survived by her parents, Bridget Gulledge and Danny Hodge, Jr. of Ruby; grandparents, Grady and Kim Gulledge, Danny Lee and Sharon Hodge, Margaret Hodge and Lynn McLain, all of Ruby; great grandparents, Iris Deese, Willie Pittman, Emma Jean Gulledge, Asia and Margie Hodge, Randolph and Sarah McIntyre, all of Ruby; also a number of aunts, uncles and cousins.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Hodge family.  Published in the Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, June 30, 2011.

 Walter ‘Chip’ Ikner

ROSELLE, Ill. — Walter “Chip” Ikner, 31, died June 23, 2011.

Visitation and memorial service was held on June 25 at Salernos Rosedale Chapel, Roselle, Ill.

Chip was born Dec. 17, 1979, and was a veteran of the U.S. Army 101st Airborne Ft. Campbell, Ky. He served in Korea and the Iraq war. He was currently attending the College of Dupage and was employed by Hudson Boiler, Chicago, Ill.

Chip was the husband of Angela (nee Bartsch); son of Elizabeth “Nubbin” Brown and Gina Moore, both of Myrtle Beach; brother to Jeff Ikner USAF Little Rock, Ark. And Dawn Ikner Sellars of Laurinburg, N.C.; uncle of Brittany Ikner, Ark., and Samantha Ikner of Myrtle Beach; nephew of the (the late) David Stricklin and Miriam Stricklin of Cheraw.

Memorials may be made to Friends of Fisher House in Illinois or Angel Flight 2000, Airport Road, Ste. 227 Atlanta, Ga. 30341. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield  Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5, Thursday, July 7, 2011.

Douglas H. Kimrey, Sr.

CHERAW — Douglas H. Kimrey, Sr., 81, died June 29, 2011.

Graveside services were held July 2 at Chatham Hill Memorial Gardens, Cheraw. Visitation was held at the residence, Cheraw.

Mr. Kimrey was born January 31, 1930, in Cheraw, a son of the late Brack Monroe and Ruth Allen Kimrey. He was a retired employee of ARA Food Services with 25 years of service. Mr. Kimrey was a U.S. Army Veteran of the Korean War and a former member of the SC National Guard. He was a member of North Cheraw Baptist Church.

In addition to his parents, Douglas was preceded in death by his son-in-law, Mike White and by a brother, Brack M. Kimrey, Jr.

Douglas is survived by wife of 58 years, Vera Goodwin Kimrey, of the home; son, Douglas H. “Chuck” Kimrey, Jr. (Joyce) of Lexington; daughter, Sheila White of Winston-Salem, N.C.; brothers, Roger W. (Bobbie) Kimrey and Ernest Kimrey; sisters, Vera (W.C.) Davis and Barbara Graham; also four grandchildren and six great grandchildren.

Memorials may be made to Hospice of Chesterfield County, P.O. Box 293, Chesterfield, S.C. 29709

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Kimrey family.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield  Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5, Thursday, July 7, 2011.

Andre Kenta Austin

CHERAW — Andre Kenta Austin, 29, died June 25, 2011.

Funeral services were held July 1 at Pee Dee Union Baptist Church, Cheraw. Burial followed at Saint Joseph’s Cemetery, Cheraw.

Austin, the son of Jennie L. Austin and Roosevelt Adams, was born May 22, 1982. He attended the Chesterfield County public school system and graduated from Cheraw High School in 2001. He continued his education in Arizona and Northeastern Technical College, Cheraw.

Austin accepted Christ at an early age and attended Pee Dee Union Baptist Church, Cheraw. He had numerous friends and they called him by his nickname, Dre Day. Austin enjoyed listening to music, playing basketball, taking walks and being around his family and friends.

Austin is survived by his mother, Jennie Austin, Cheraw; his mentor, June Young, Cheraw; sisters, Jessica Lynn Wilson (Lamonte), Cheraw; Nancy Adams and Vivian Adams both of Hartsville; brothers, Travis Adams and Dennis Adams both of Hartsville; niece, Jennifer Denesha David, Cheraw; nephew, Dominique Bryant Marshall, Cheraw; aunts, Emily Ingram, Richmond, Va., Nora Jones, Hamlet, N.C., Josephine Allen, Billie Ingram, Mollie Gandy, Ann Libby all of Rockingham, N.C., Josephine Peterson (Larry), Cheraw, Marie Allen (Robert) and Gene Jones (Sam), Florence; uncles, Walter Ingram (Mable), Clayton, N.C., Glenn Ingram (Frances), Thomas Ingram, Robert Charles Ingram, Thomas Ingram, Terry Ingram, John Ingram, Jeffery Ingram (Tonya) all of Rockingham, N.C.; godmother, Ruby Lloyd of Cheraw; also

a host of cousins and other relatives and friends.

Austin was preceded in death by a stepfather, Willie J. Austin, and grandparents, Herbert W. and Caletha E. Britton.

Flemming Funeral Home served the Austin family.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield  Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5, Thursday, July 7, 2011.

Elizabeth Sansbury ‘Beth’ Gainey

PATRICK — Elizabeth Sansbury “Beth” Gainey, 38, died June 25, 2011.

Funeral services were held June 27 at Brown Springs Baptist Church, Patrick. Burial followed in the church cemetery.

Visitation was held June 26 at the home of Pastor Jerry and Cathy Gainey, Patrick.

Mrs. Gainey was born Aug. 29, 1972, in Florence, a daughter of Laurie Powers Sansbury and the late Josephine Pridgen Sansbury. She was a graduate of Hartsville High School, and received her B.A. degree from Francis Marion University and her Masters of Education degree from Coker College. She was a former employee of Darlington County DSS. Beth was a member of Green Hill Church of God of Prophecy and attended First Church of the Nazarene.

In addition to her mother, she was also preceded in death by her sister, Suzanne Denise Sansbury.

Beth is survived by her husband, Christopher W. “Chris” Gainey, of the home; daughters, Sarah Gainey and Caroline Gainey, both of the home; father, Laurie P. (Barbara) Sansbury of Hartsville; brother, Dr. Laurie P. (Tammy) Sansbury of Pensacola, Fla.; father and mother-in-law, Pastor Jerry and Cathy Gainey of Patrick; brother and sister-in-law, Jason and Angel Gainey of Patrick; also nephew and niece, Reid and Madison Gainey of Patrick.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Gainey family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield  Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5, Thursday, July 7, 2011.

Viola Brown McLain

PATRICK — Viola Brown McLain, 88, died June 28, 2011.

Funeral services were held July 1 at Patrick Baptist Church. Burial followed in the Patrick Cemetery.

Visitation was held June 30 at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home.

Mrs. McLain was born October 22, 1922, in Patrick, a daughter of the late Clarence Livingston

Brown and Nezzie Polson Wilkerson Brown. She was a homemaker and a member of Patrick Baptist Church. Viola enjoyed reading her Bible. She was married to the late Roy McLain and was also preceded

in death by her 2 sons, Jimmy Ray McLain and Richard McLain, her son-inlaw, Ralph Love, and by her five brothers.

Viola is survived by daughter, Carole Love of Florence; sister, Bernice B. Crouch of Arlington, Va.; four grandchildren, Jennifer (Dyson) Rivers, Jimmy Ray (Renee) Rivers, Jimmy (Kelly) Love, and Alton (Regina) Love; also seven great grandchildren and one great-great grandchild.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the McLain family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5, Thursday, July 7, 2011.

Louella Mungo

MARSHVILLE, N.C. — Louella Mungo, 78, died June 28, 2011.

Funeral services were held July 3 at Flemming Funeral Chapel, Pageland. Burial followed at Angelus Chapel AME Zion Church Cemetery, Jefferson.

Ms. Mungo, the daughter of the late Mr. Roland Mungo and Ms. Lola Truesdale was born March 12, 1933, in Jefferson. She accepted Christ at an early age and joined Mount Moriah Missionary Baptist Church, Marshville, N.C. Later in life, she joined Angelus Chapel A.M.E. Zion Church, Jefferson.

Mungo was employed at Central Soya as a draw hand then moved to Cuddy Foods in Marshville, N.C. She was always there to lend a hand in raising her nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews.

She is survived by niece, Karen Mungo, Marshville, N.C.; great nephew, Roosevelt O’Bryan Mungo, Pageland; great nieces, Marquita Sheree Mungo, Pageland, Shemita Massey Harris (David), and Geneva Nicole Massey, both Monroe, N.C.; four great great nephews and four great great nieces; a special aunt, Rosie Morgan; and a host of cousins, other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by two brothers, Roosevelt Mungo and Harold Mungo.

Flemming Funeral Home served the Mungo family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5, Thursday, July 7, 2011.

Joseph E. ‘Joe’ Studebaker, III

PATRICK — Joseph E. “Joe” Studebaker, III, 55, died June 27, 2011.

Funeral services were held July 1 at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home Chapel. Burial followed at Chatham Hill Memorial Gardens, Cheraw. Visitation was held June 30 at the funeral home.

Mr. Studebaker was born February 7, 1956, in Yokosuka, Japan, a son of Joseph Elizah Studebaker Jr. and Sadako Morikawa Studebaker. He was a graduate of USC, Beaufort, USC, Aiken, Fort Hayes University, and Winthrop University.

Studebaker was a teacher at Mayewood Middle School in Sumter and a former teacher and coach at Chesterfield High School. He enjoyed coaching football and baseball, and was a history buff.

Studebaker is survived by wife, Mona McNally Studebaker, of the home; daughters, Lisa S. (Bryan) Tolson of Patrick and Erin E. Studebaker, of the home; granddaughter, Makayla Tolson of Patrick; parents, Joseph E. and Sadako Studebaker Jr. of Hartsville.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Studebaker family Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5, Thursday, July 7, 2011.

Grace Outen Jordan

JEFFERSON – Grace Outen Jordan, 75, died July 5, 2011.

Funeral services were held July 8, 2011, at Bethel Baptist Church, 11078 Hwy. 151, Jefferson.

Burial followed in the church cemetery. Visitation was held July 7 at the church.

Mrs. Jordan was born April 10, 1936, in Kershaw County, SC a daughter of the late Leroy and Ruby Outen. She was a retired textile employee and a member of Bethel Baptist Church. Grace enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in

death by a grandson, Chris Sikes; and by two sisters.

Grace is survived by husband of 59 years, Howard L. Jordan of the home; daughters, Gwen (Danny) Oliver and Vicky (Donnie) Sikes of Ruby; sister, Linda Christmas of Fort Mill; 5 Grandchildren and 9 Great Grandchildren.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Jordan family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5, Thursday, July 14, 2011.

Elaine Pickens Strawbridge McDonald

RICHMOND COUNTY, N.C. – Elaine Pickens Strawbridge McDonald, 60, died July 8, 2011.

Funeral services were held on July 12, 2011, at 1 p.m. Providence Missionary Baptist Church with the Reverend Lamont Johnson, Pastor. Interment followed in the Wesley Chapel United Methodist Church in Bennettsville, S.C.

Elaine was born April 25, 1951, to the late John Calvin Pickens, Sr. and Sara Pate. She is survived husband, Charles McDonald; three children: Jason Strawbridge of Stafford, VA; Reynard Strawbridge of District Heights, MD; Gregory Strawbridge of Cumberland, MD; Four step children: Galord McDonald of Rockingham; Melissa Graham of Rockingham, N.C.; Junior McDonald of Pittsboro, PA and Charles S. McDonald of Washington, DC. Twelve grandchildren: Her mother, Mable Ingram of Rockingham, N.C.; Six sisters: Voyner McDonald of Rockingham, N.C.; Paulette Pickens of Greensboro, N.C.; Teresa Little of Rockingham, N.C.; Diane Pate of Bennettsville, SC; Debra Gilmore of Jacksonville, Fl and Tabitha Bass of Washington, DC. Eight brothers: James Edward Pate of Cheraw, S.C.; John C. Pickens Jr. of Bennettsville, S.C.; Gary W. Little of Rockingham,

N.C.; Michael Gilmore of Cheraw, S.C.; Tracey Gilmore of Cheraw, S.C.; James Charles Pate of Cheraw, S.C.; David Ingram of Charlotte, N.C.; Eric Ingram of Baltimore, MD.

Funeral arrangements by Nelson Funeral Services of Rockingham, N.C. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5, Thursday, July 14, 2011.

Joanne C. Brock

CHERAW – Joanne C. Brock, 61, died June 15, 2011.

Funeral services were held June 18 at Kiser Funeral Home Chapel, Cheraw. Visitation was held prior to the service at the funeral home. Burial followed in Chatham Hill Memorial Gardens.

Born in Robeson, N.C .she was a daughter of the late Ward Bennett “Buster” Clark and Margaret Roller Clark. She attended Living Hope Church. She liked antiques and enjoyed fishing.

Joanne is survived by her son, Chris (Crystal) Brock of Cheraw; brother, Leverne Clark of McColl; sister, Minnie Hatcher Clark of McColl; grandchildren, Clayton T. Brock and Cole L. Brock both of Cheraw.

She was preceded in death by her parents listed above, a son, Roger Lee Brock, Jr.; brother, Thurman Clark; sister, Judy Clark Walker.

Memorials to: Cheraw Rescue Squad, PO Box 28, Cheraw, S.C. 29520.

Kiser Funeral Home served the Brock family.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5, Thursday, July 14, 2011.

Van Simpson

PATRICK — Van Simpson, 60, died July 14, 2011.

Funeral services were held July 17 at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home Chapel, Chesterfield. Burial followed

at the Patrick cemetery. Visitation was held July 16 at the funeral home.

Simpson was born July 25, 1950, in Patrick, a son of Ophelia Boatwright Simpson and the late Daniel Lee Simpson. He was a 1968 graduate of Cheraw High School and received his B.S. degree in Business Administration at Coker College. Mr. Simpson was a Chesterfield County Magistrate

Court Judge. He was a U.S. Army Veteran of the Vietnam War, and was a member of AMVETS, VFW, and the DAV. Judge Simpson was a former member of the Patrick Rescue Squad for many years and was a concealed weapon and gun safety instructor. He was a member of First United

Methodist Church in Cheraw. Van was an avid Clemson fan.

Simpson is survived by wife, Jennie Freeman Simpson of the home; son, R. L. (Stephanie) Simpson of Greenville; mother, Ophelia B. Simpson of Patrick; sister, Linda S. Lewallen of Patrick; sister-in-law, Karen F. (Gary) Schauer; brother-in-law, Harry R. (Linda) Freeman; nephews, Derek

Lewallen, Chad Lambert, Gary (Glorian) Chisholm and Johnny (Sherrie) Chisholm; nieces, Dana Chisholm, Alli Freeman, and Rachel Freeman; Also great Nephews, Nieces, and numerous Cousins

Memorials may be made to a charity of one’s choice Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Simpson family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5, Thursday, July 21, 2011.

Dewey Lee Wilks

RUBY — Dewey Lee Wilks, 84, died July 11, 2011.

Funeral services were held July 14, 2011, at Miller-Rivers- Caulder Funeral Home Chapel. Burial followed in the

White Oak Presbyterian Church Cemetery. Visitation was prior to the service at the funeral home.

Mr. Wilks was born May 17, 1927, in Hartsville, a son of the late Alex and Bertha Brown Wilks. He was a retired employee of S.C. Department of Transportation, and a lifelong member of White Oak Presbyterian Church. Dewey was married to the late Mildred R. Wilks, and was also preceded

in death by his 6 brothers, Monroe, Pete, Eugene, Jack, A.J., and Topsy Wilks.

Dewey is survived by son, Ronnie (Allison) Wilks of Elgin; daughter, Rebecca (John Eric) Patterson of Lexington; sisters, Louise Gainey of Hartsville and Ida Belle Stevens of Kershaw.

Memorials may be made to White Oak Presbyterian Church, c/o Julieth Freeman, 466 Huntley Shop Rd., Chesterfield, S.C. 29709 or to a charity of one’s choice.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Wilks family.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5, Thursday, July 21, 2011.

Annie Mae Sneed Oster

MARSHVILLE, N.C. — Annie Mae Sneed Oster, 73, died July 10, 2011.

Funeral services were held July 13 at Philadelphia Baptist Church. Burial followed in the church cemetery. Visitation was held prior to the service at the church.

Mrs. Oster was born July 25, 1937, in Monroe, N.C. a daughter of the late Joseph Clegg and Annie Frances Autry Sneed. She was a graduate of Union High School and a homemaker. Mrs. Oster was a member of Philadelphia Baptist Church. Annie enjoyed making crafts, growing flowers,

sewing, and watching hummingbirds. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Alfred Lavern Oster; daughter and son-in-law, Cheryl Ann and Joe Lisenby; and by her brother, Clegg Maurice Sneed.

Annie is survived by son, Randall Levern (Beverly) Oster of Marshville, N.C.; grandson, Randall Travis (Liz) Oster of Indian Trail, N.C.; great grandchildren, Bradley and Lilly Oster.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Oster family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5, Thursday, July 21, 2011.

Edna Mae Wilson Sims

RUBY — Edna Mae Wilson Sims, 76, died July 11, 2011.

The family will host a memorial service at The Conway Manor, Conway at a later date.

Mrs. Sims was born Jan. 12, 1935, in Ruby, a daughter of the late Jule Alexander and Ethel Gibson Sims. She was a homemaker and a member of Cross Roads Baptist Church. In addition to her parents, Edna was preceded in death by a daughter, Doris Jean Williams, and 1 sister, Rosie

Belle Wilson.

Edna is survived by her husband of 56 years, James Thomas Sims of Conway; sons, Billy Jule Sims of Murrells Inlet and Michael Sims of Conway; daughters, Carol Ann (Bill) Waters of Garden City and Judy Lynn Sims Hicks of Pageland; brother, Frank Wilson of China Grove, NC; also 8 grandchildren.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Sims family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5, Thursday, July 21, 2011.

Charles Allen ‘Charlie’ Freeman

CHERAW – Charles Allen “Charlie” Freeman, 64, died July 11, 2011.

Funeral services were held July 15 at Miller-Rivers-Caulder

Funeral Home Chapel, Chesterfield. Interment with military honors followed in the Chesterfield cemetery. Visitation was held July 14 at the funeral home.

Mr. Freeman was born March 7, 1947, in Excelsior Springs, MO a son of the late Herbert and Ollivene Kimack Freeman. He was a retired truck driver and attended Cheraw Family Worship. Mr. Freeman was a former member of the National Guard and a U.S. Army Veteran of the Vietnam

War. His hobbies included collecting and assembling model cars. In addition to his parents, Charlie was preceded in death by his sister, Norma Jean Davidson.

Charlie is survived by wife of 35 years, Nancie E. Freeman, of the home; son, Richard Allen (Jo Ann) Freeman of California City, CA; daughters, Rachel Grace Freeman and Cassandra T. Freeman, both of the home; 2 grandchildren, Deanna Freeman and Nicholas

Freeman

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Freeman family.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5, Thursday, July 21, 2011.

 Rev. Charles Burris Bittle

PAGELAND — Rev. Charles Burris Bittle, 71, died July 23, 2011.

A memorial service was held July 26 at Miller-Rivers- Caulder Funeral Home Chapel, Chesterfield. Visitation was held at the home, Pageland.

Rev. Bittle was born July 29, 1939 ,in Chesterfield, a son of the late Pearl Rufus and Fannie Jordan Bittle. He was a retired Free Will Baptist Minister. In addition to his parents, Rev. Bittle was preceded in death by a sister, Margie Hodge.

Charles is survived by wife, Dianne Jordan Bittle, of the home; sons Randall (Rhonda) Bittle of McBee, Darrell Bittle of  Waynesville, NC, J. Scott (Chris) Bittle of Concord, NC, and Mike Bittle of Florida;

step-sons, Gary (Alison) Shehane of Lancaster, Justin Shehane, and Dylan Shehane both of the home; daughters, Sharlie Bittle of the home, Deborah (Jim) Mullen of Oklahoma, and Anita (Scott) Sutton of Cheraw; brothers, Ray (Maxine) Bittle, Earl (Dixie) Bittle both of Kannapolis, NC, Junior (Linda) Bittle of Locust, NC, and Lloyd (Sheila) Bittle of Landis, NC; sister, Louise Killian of China Grove, NC; also 11 grand-children and 8 great grand-children.

Memorials may be made to the South Carolina Alzheimer’s Association – 4124 Clemson Blvd., Suite L, Anderson, S.C. 29621.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Bittle family. Published in the Cheraw Chrolicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5, Thursday, Thursday, July 28, 2011.

James Avalon Flowers

MACON — James Avalon Flowers, 77, passed away July 21, 2011.

Funeral services were held July 24 in the chapel of Macon Memorial Park Funeral Home. Interment followed in Macon Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation was held July 23 at the funeral home.

Mr. Flowers was born in Headland, AL to the late Robert Milton Flowers and Doris Alijean Farmer Flowers. He served his country in the United States Army from 1952-1955. Mr. Flowers was the past president of the Noon Day Optimist Club from 1977-1978 and was a member of Pine Forest Baptist Church.

James is survived by his wife of 52 years, Ruth Flowers of Macon, GA, a native of Cheraw; mother, Doris Flowers of Dothan AL; children, Richard (Sharon) Flowers of Johns Creek, GA; Roger Flowers of Macon, GA; Rita (Bill) Fletcher of Lizella, GA; Raina (Kevin) Lance of Macon, GA; sisters, Margaret Pitchford

of Dothan, AL; and Pam (Fred) Hardt of Naples, FL; brothers, Jerry (Sylvia) Flowers of Macon, GA Robert Dale (Donna) Flowers of Alexis, IL; grand-children, Andy Fletcher, Ashley Fletcher, Tiffany Yeomans, Lorelai Lance, Larson Lance, Shad Flowers; great grand-children, Makayla Yeomans, Isabella Yeomans.

Flowers are accepted or donations may be made to United Hospice, 6060 Lakeside Commons, Macon, GA

31210.

Macon Memorial Park Funeral Home and Cemetery served the Flowers family. Published in the Cheraw Chrolicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5, Thursday, Thursday, July 28, 2011.

Lloyd Clinton Burr

CHESTERFIELD — Lloyd Clinton Burr, 89, died July 22, 2011.

Funeral services were held July23 at Douglas Mill Baptist Church. Burial followed in the Douglas Mill Cemetery. Visitation was held prior to the service at the church.

Mr. Burr was born June 5, 1922 in Chesterfield, a son of the late Nathan and Maggie Burr. He was a pulpwood cutter and lifelong farmer. Mr. Burr was a U.S. Army Veteran of World War II, a member of the DAV, and the American Legion Post 74. He was a member of Douglas Mill Baptist Church. In addition to his parents, Clinton was preceded in death by his first wife, Frances Deese Burr, and secondly the late Katie Linton Burr; 3 brothers, Robert, J.P., and Leo Burr; and by 1 sister, Isabelle Burr Jordan. Lloyd is survived by sons, Lloyd F. (Linnett) Burr, and Wilson C. (Janice Therrell) Burr both of Chesterfield; grand-children, Denise (Robert) Barefoot of Patrick and Ricky Burr of Burlington, NC; great grand-children, Hunter Barefoot and Ty Barefoot; brother, Jasper (Sarah) Burr of Lancaster.

Memorials may be made to Douglas Mill Baptist Church, c/o Dawn Terry, 940 Arnold Sellers Rd., Chesterfield, S.C. 29709.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Burr family. Published in the Cheraw Chrolicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5, Thursday, Thursday, July 28, 2011.

Margaret Pegues Thurman

SOCIETY HILL — Margaret Pegues Thurman, 84, died July 23, 2011.

Funeral services were held July 27 at Miller-Rivers- Caulder Funeral Home Chapel. Burial followed in the Ruby Cemetery.

Visitation was held prior to the service at the funeral home.

Mrs. Thurman was born June 14, 1927, in Chesterfield, a daughter of the late John Willie “Bill” Pegues and Mary Belle “May Belle” Sellers Pegues. Mrs. Thurman worked in the textile industry for over 40 years retiring from Cheraw Apparel in 1999. Margaret was a member of Pleasant Hill Baptist Church and loved

working in VBS. She enjoyed working in her yard and growing pretty flowers. In addition to her parents, Margaret was preceded in death by her husband John Thomas “Buddy” Thurman and by her sisters, Alma Hunt and Mildred Kissiah.

Margaret is survived by son, James D. “Jimmy” (Bonnie) Thurman of Las Vegas, NV; daughter, Linda T. Rivers of Hartsville; five grand-children, James (Sue) Thurman and Jason (Jenny) Thurman of Las Vegas,

NV, Jenny (Jimmy) Stinson of Hartsville, Jaime (Chris) Jones of Kershaw, and Kim Rivers of Hartsville; also five great grand-children; special niece, Frances Rivers of Hartsville.

Memorials may be made to S.C. Alzheimer’s Association, 4124 Clemson Blvd. Suite L, Anderson, S.C. 29621 or McLeod Hospice, 1203 East Cheves St., Florence S.C. 29501.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Thurman family. Published in the Cheraw Chrolicle and Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5, Thursday, Thursday, July 28, 2011.

Julia Holley Traywick

MARSHVILLE, N.C. — Julia Holley Traywick, 83, died July 25, 2011.

Funeral services were held July 28 at Miller-Rivers-Caulder

Funeral Home, Chesterfield. Burial followed in Greenlawn Memorial Park, Pageland. Visitation was held July 27 at the funeral home.

Mrs. Traywick was born July 6, 1928, in Jefferson, a daughter of the late James Braskey and Victoria Pigg Holley. She was a former secretary, and was a homemaker, and a faithful Pastor’s Wife. Mrs. Traywick was a member of Morven Baptist Church and for many years enjoyed doing Nursing Home Ministry. In addition to her parents, Julia was preceded in death by her 5 brothers, Randolph, Arnold, Marion, Dwight,

and Hobson Holley.

Julia is survived by husband, Dr. W.F. “Bill” Traywick, of the home; son, Floyd Traywick, III of Windblow, N.C.; grandson, Hunter Traywick of Pageland.

Memorials may be made to the Good Samaritan Colony, P.O. Box 38, Ruby, S.C. 29741

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Traywick family.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and the Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5, Thursday, Aug. 4, 2011.

Mildred Ford

HIGH POINT, N.C. – Mildred Ford, 77, died July 22, 2011.

Funeral services were held July 29 at Drucilla  AME Zion Church, Chesterfield. Visitation was held at the church. Burial was in the church cemetery.

Mildred Chapman\Mildred worked for Burlington Mills in Cheraw at which time she retired and became a homemaker. She loved to cook and work in her yard planting flowers and shrubs.

Mildred married the late Edmond Ford Sr. and four children were born. She was truly loved and will be greatly missed. In addition to husband and her parents she was also preceded in death by one son, Levern Chapman Sr., three brothers, Paul Eugene and Arthur Chapman.

Mildred is survived by her three children, Karen F. Martin (Sam) of High Point, N.C., Eddie (Mary) Ford Jr. of High Point, N.C., and Wanda “Wendy” F. McFall (Thomas) of Cheraw; one brother, Lecoaste (Louise) Chapman; ten grandchildren, Gloria Chapman and Levern Chapman Jr. all of Cheraw, Teria Ellerbe of Bennettsville, Kelvin Ford of Phoenix, AZ, Markita Chapman of Charlotte, N.C., Thomas, Darius and Tariq McFall of Cheraw, April and Kobie Reed of Bennettsville; eleven great grandchildren; one sister-inlaw, Alberta Chapman; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Peoples Funeral Services, Inc. High Point, N.C. served the Ford family Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and the Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5, Thursday, Aug. 4, 2011.

 Dorothy Williamson ‘Dot’ Strickland

JEFFERSON — Dorothy Williamson “Dot” Strickland, 76, died July 29, 2011.

Funeral services were held Aug. 1 at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in the Twin Pines Free Will Baptist Church Cemetery. Visitation was held prior to the service at

the funeral home.

Mrs. Strickland was born Feb. 5, 1935, in Bristol, GA, a daughter of the late Henry A. and Alma Tellington Williamson.

She was a homemaker and a foster parent for 28 years. Dot enjoyed her flowers, gospel music, and being a loving wife, mother and grandmother. In addition to her parents,

Dot was also preceded in death by her 3 brothers, Carlee, Burnice, and Thomas Williamson and by her sister, Geraldine Barrett.

Dot is survived by husband of 48 years, Ivy Eugene “Gene” Strickland, of the home; sons, Paul (Sue) Huchingson of Jefferson, Michael Eugene (Kim) Strickland of Pageland, and Bryan Ivy Strickland of the home; daughter, Janice Marie (Jerry) Brock of Pageland; also 8 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Strickland family.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and the Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5, Thursday, Aug. 4, 2011.

Willie Griggs ‘Billie’ Pittman

RUBY — Willie Griggs ‘Billie’ Pittman, 81, died July 27, 2011.

Funeral services were held July 30 at Fairview Baptist Church. Burial followed in the church cemetery. Visitation was held July 29 at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home, Chesterfield.

Mrs. Pittman was born April 3, 1930, in Morven, N.C. a daughter of the late Julius P. and Bessie Lewis Griggs. She was an employee of Chesterfield Manufacturing. Mrs. Pittman was a member of Fairview Baptist Church. Billie enjoyed doing word search, sewing, fishing, and vegetable gardening. In addition to her parents,

Billie was preceded in death by her husbands, Leon “Bubber” Gulledge and James Pittman; stepson, James “Rocky” Pittman; grandson, Phillip Gulledge; and great granddaughter, Bailey Lynn Hodge; son-in-law, Shane Ratliff; brothers, Everette and Floyd Griggs; sister, Sara Gibson; and step sister, Annie Mae Jackson.

Mrs. Pittman is survived by sons, Rev. Randy (Margaret) Gulledge of Hartsville and Grady (Kim) Gulledge of Ruby; daughter, Rebecca Pittman Ratliff of Ruby; stepson, Terry Pittman of Front Royal, VA; stepdaughter, Denise (Billy) Purser of Salisbury, NC; step daughter-in-law, Kathy Pittman of Winnsboro, TX; brother, J. D. Griggs of Columbia; sister, Bertie Cagle of Hopkins; also 15 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Pittman family.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and the Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5, Thursday, Aug. 4, 2011.

Marshall Miller

JEFFERSON — Marshall Miller, 96, died July 26, 2011.

Funeral services were held July 31 at Hopewell United Methodist Church, Jefferson. Burial followed at Miller Family Cemetery, Jefferson.

Mr. Marshall Miller was born to the late Hampton and Dora Richardson Miller in Chesterfield County, on Oct.16, 1914. He was the youngest of eight children. Marshall obtained his education in the Chesterfield County school system and through life’s experiences as well as God given wisdom. At an early age, he committed his life to Christ and joined Hopewell United Methodist Church in Jefferson. Marshall was married to Axie Mc-Millan Miller and through their union, ten children were born. He loved his family

dearly and he always said, “You will learn a lot if you will just listen.”

Marshall was employed for many years in farming, construction, and textile industries. At the age of seventy two, he retired from Pageland Manufacturing where he worked under the management of Mr. Hugh Niesler.

Marshall is survived by daughters, Martha Mae Miller and Genevieve Miller Robinson, Jefferson; sons, Roosevelt (Minnie) Miller and David (Donna) Miller, Pageland, Ulysses (Brenda) Miller and Howard (Patricia) Miller, Jefferson and Robert (Lula) Miller, Mt. Croghan, twenty-six grandchildren; forty-three great grandchildren; as well as great great grandchildren; a brother-in-law, Samuel McMillan, Jefferson; and a host of other relatives and friends.

In addition to his parents, Mr. Marshall’s death was preceded by his wife, Axie Miller; two sons, Marshall Miller, Jr. and John Edward Miller; a daughter, Dorthea Miller; a grandson, Joe Ross Miller and a granddaughter, Tamera Miller.

Flemming Funeral Home served the Miller family.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and the Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5, Thursday, Aug. 4, 2011.

Don R. Burr

CHERAW — Don R. Burr, 67, died July 30, 2011.

A graveside service was held Aug. 1 at Cross Road Baptist Church Cemetery, Ruby. The family received friends July 31 at Kiser Funeral Home, Cheraw.

Born in Ruby, Don was a son of Katie B. Brady of Columbia and the late F.C. Burr. He loved spending time with his grandchildren. He also would have interesting long talks with his 91 year old mother. He enjoyed selling cars and was known as the “Self appointed Mayor” of the Cross Roads Community. He was preceded in death by his father listed above, a brother, Franklin Burr, Jr. and a sister Betty B.George.

Surviving are his wife, Lois Melton Burr of Cheraw; a son, Ray (Michelle) Burr of Columbia, a daughter, Robin Poole Lear of Cheraw, his mother listed above, a sister, Barbara Kelly of Mooresville, N.C., four grandchildren, Ryan Poole, Chloe Poole, Jordan Burr and Jessa Burr.

Memorials may be made to Pleasant Grove United Methodist Church, 1016 Tec Road, Cheraw, S.C. 29520 or Cheraw Church of God, 100 Pecan Orchard Road, Cheraw, S.C. 29520.

Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and the Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5, Thursday, Aug. 4, 2011.

Alice Quick Cheves Jones

CHERAW – Alice Quick Cheves Jones, 92, died Aug. 3, 2011.

Funeral services were held Aug 6 at Cheraw Family Worship Center, Cheraw. Burial will follow in the Hickory Grove Baptist Church Cemetery, Wallace. Visitation was held Aug.5 at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home, Chesterfield.

Mrs. Jones was born January 27, 1919 in Wallace, a daughter of the late Walker and Cora Quick. She was a graduate of Kollock School and was a retired store clerk, having worked with Cheraw Hardware, J & K, and McBride’s Park and Shop. Alice enjoyed gospel and country music. In addition to her parents, Alice was preceded in death by her husbands, Kermit Cheves and Mike Jones; a great, great granddaughter, Alaina Quick; her brothers, Clyde and Henry Quick; her sister, Katie Quick; and by a son-in-law, Lee Hewitt, Jr.

Alice is survived by daughters, Mary Alice (Steve) Stafford and Barbara Ann Hewitt both of Cheraw; 4 grandchildren, Susan Davis of Myrtle Beach, Mike (Diane) Stafford of Wallace, Danny (Jessica) Hewitt of Wallace and Shane (Patricia) Hewitt of Cheraw; 8 great grandchildren, Brooklyn (Jonathan) Quick of Wallace, Kyle and Brianna Davis of Myrtle Beach, Braden Connor Patterson of Myrtle Beach, Josh and Michaela Hewitt of Cheraw, and Darien and Rayanna Hewitt of Wallace; 2 great-great grandchildren, Cameron Goins and Caden Quick of Wallace.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Jones family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and the Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5, Thursday, Aug. 11, 2011.

Larry Alfred Boatwright

CHERAW – Larry Alfred Boatwright, age 59, died August 4, 2011.

A memorial service was held Aug. 6 at the Boatwright home.

Mr. Boatwright was born October 1, 1951 in Chesterfield, a son of the late John Dewey and Natha Lee Privette Boatwright. Larry enjoyed his 3 dogs and cat.

Larry is survived by brother, William T. Boatwright of Cheraw; sisters, Johnnie M. Boatwright of Cheraw and Patricia Boatwright (Bill) Bryant of Society Hill; nephews, Earl Boatwright of Bennettsville, Curtis Boatwright of Chesterfield and Tyler Boatwright of Florence.

Memorials may be made to Hospice of Chesterfield County, P.O. Box 293, Chesterfield, S.C. 29709 or to a charity of one’s choice

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Boatwright family. Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Jones family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and the Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5, Thursday, Aug. 11, 2011.

Jerry F. Burr

CHESTERFIELD – Jerry F. Burr, 74, died Aug. 5, 2011.

Funeral services were Aug. 8 at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home Chapel, Chesterfield. Burial followed in the Hopewell Baptist Church Cemetery. Visitation was Aug. 7 at the funeral home.

Mr. Burr was born April 21, 1937 in Chesterfield, a son of the late Burman James and Mary Easter Tucker Burr. He was a retired truck driver and a member of Douglas Mill Baptist Church. Jerry enjoyed growing flowers and watching birds.

In addition to his parents, Jerry was also preceded in death by his brothers, Burman J. Burr, Jr., and Donald Burr; and a sister, Rosa Belle West

Jerry is survived by son, Rev. Wayne L. (Tammy) Burr of Chesterfield; daughters, Regina (Mickey) Sizemore of Scottsboro, AL, Rebecca Poole and April (Willie) Shy of Cheraw; sister, Mary Vaughn of Kannapolis, NC and Goldie Owens of Chesterfield; also 10 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Burr family. Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Jones family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and the Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5, Thursday, Aug. 11, 2011.

Peggy Smith Adams

CHESTERFIELD – Peggy Smith Adams, 72, died Aug. 3, 2011

Funeral services were held Aug. 5 at 11 a.m. at Miller- Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home Chapel, Chesterfield. Burial followed in Chatham Hill Memorial Gardens, Cheraw. Visitation was held Aug. 4 at the funeral home.

Mrs. Adams was born April 2, 1939, in Chesterfield, a daughter of the late Grady Lee and Mary Kirven Smith. She was a retired employee of Chesterfield Manufacturing and a homemaker. Mrs. Adams was a member of First Southern Methodist Church. Peggy enjoyed fishing at the beach, crocheting, and growing vegetables.

In addition to her parents, Peggy was preceded in death by her husband J. T. Adams; her brothers, Dwight and Perry Smith; and by a sister, Ella Shaw.

Peggy is survived by son, John (Darlene) Adams of Chesterfield; daughters, Teresa Adams of Chesterfield; 5 grandchildren, Shawn Morton, Betina Gaskins, Megan, Dara, and Joshua Adams; 2 great grandchildren, Gavin Gaskins and Elijah Morton; sister, Hazel S. Harlow of Nettleton, MS

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Adams family. Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Jones family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and the Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5, Thursday, Aug. 11, 2011.

Joe Bennett Coble, Jr.

WALLACE – Joe Bennett Coble, Jr., 74, died Aug. 7, 2011.

Funeral services were held Aug. 9 at Hickory Grove Baptist Church. Visitation was held prior to the service, at the church. Burial followed in Chatham Hill Memorial Gardens.

Joe was born in Bennettsville, a son of the late Joe Bennett Coble, Sr. and Nonice Grant Coble. He has served as a volunteer with the Wallace Fire Department as Assistant Chief and was a retired honorary member. He was a retired President and Board member of the Wallace Water Company. He was a member of Hickory Grove Baptist Church.

He enjoyed fishing, gardening and spending time with family and friends. Joe was preceded in death by his parents listed above and a sister, Jeanette Coble.

Mr. Coble is survived by his wife Peggy English Coble; son, Joey A. (Mary) Coble, both of Wallace; daughter, Jennifer C. (Timothy) McConnell of Georgetown; brothers, John (Carol) Coble of Randleman, NC, Jerry (Kim) Coble of Bennettsville; sisters, JoAnne C. (Harold) Brock of Durham, NC; grandchildren, Tonya M. Flowers, Clayton Coble, Jade Coble, Eli Coble, Harrison Coble McConnell, Taylor E. McConnell; 5 great grandchildren.

Memorials may be made to Hospice of Chesterfield County, PO Box 293, Chesterfield, S.C. 29709

Kiser Funeral Home served the Coble family. Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Jones family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and the Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5, Thursday, Aug. 11, 2011.

Barbara Jean Polson Jones

BENNETTSVILLE – Barbara Jean Polson Jones, 68, died August 3, 2011.

Funeral services were held Aug. 6 at Burroughs-Cooper-Kiser Funeral Home, Bennettsville, followed by burial in Sunset Memorial Park. Visitation was held Aug. 5 at Burroughs- Cooper-Kiser Funeral Home, Bennettsville.

Born in Bennettsville, Barbara was a daughter of the late Leon Marshall and Ancie Dell Perkins Polson. She was a member of Christ United Methodist Church and formerly taught the children in the Pioneer Program. She was the widow of Donald Edward Jones. Mrs. Jones retired after 11 1/2 years of dedicated and loyal service to the citizens of Bennettsville by serving with the Police Department.

Surviving are her son, Eric (Tonya) Jones of Cheraw; a daughter, Stacy Jones of Bennettsville; brother, Russell (Wendi) Polson of Bennettsville; sisters, Lois Polson of Bennettsville, Sarah (Tommy) Garrett of Hartsville; grandchildren, David Dixon, Elizabeth Jones, Jessica Dixon, Gena Dixon, Aidain Jones, Camden Jones and Temple Jones.

Barbara was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, listed above, a brother, Bobby Polson , sisters, Edna Jost and Linda Polson.

Memorials may be made to Christ United Methodist Church, PO Box 75, Bennettsville, S.C. 29512.

Burroughs-Cooper-Kiser Funeral Home served the Jones family. Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Jones family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and the Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5, Thursday, Aug. 11, 2011.

Hallie Marshall

INDIAN LAND – Hallie Marshall, 75, died July 29, 2011.

Funeral services were held Aug. 2 at Rocky Branch Baptist Church, Lancaster. Burial followed in the church cemetery.

Mrs. Hallie Marshall, daughter of the late Lewis Mann and Mogg Robinson Bennett, was born on July 10, 1936 in Chesterfield County.

Hallie was united in holy matrimony to the late Reverend Harden Douglas Marshall.

She was a member of Rocky Branch Baptist Church, Lancaster, where she served on the missionary board and the hymnal choir. She believed in the Bible and knew the power of prayer. Hallie extended her motherly love to many people throughout her years. Hallie enjoyed fishing and babysitting her grandchildren. She also loved growing flowers.

Hallie is survived by her sons, Jason (Shelia) Bennett, Charlotte, NC, Billy G. Nicholson, Lancaster, Rev. Buster

(Quarkina), Rock Hill, Douglas Marshall, Charlotte, NC, Hue Jean (Aleigh) Marshall, Albert Marshall, Indian Land,

and Henry (Yvonne) Nicholson, Rock Hill; daughters, Julia (Freddie) Hamilton, Rock Hill, Myrtle Newman, Lancaster, Juanita (Joseph) Blakeney, Glennie (Melvin) Smith, Rock Hill, and Dreamie (Darryl) Nicholson, Indian Land; sisters, Naomi Thomas, Dorothy Clyburn and Aline McRay, Pageland; forty-six grandchildren, fifty-nine great grandchildren and six great great grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Hallie was preceded in death by a daughter, Yvonne Smith; three sons, Early Marshall, Glenn Marshall and Rev. Grady Bennett.

Flemming Funeral Home served the Marshall family. Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Jones family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and the Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5, Thursday, Aug. 11, 2011.

Ruth White Adams

CHESTERFIELD – Ruth White Adams, 94, died August 4, 2011.

Funeral services were held Aug. 7 at Chesterfield Baptist Church. Burial followed in the Chesterfield cemetery.

Visitation was prior to the service in the church sanctuary.

Mrs. Adams was born Aug. 26, 1916 in McFarlan, NC a daughter of the late Alfred Dudley and Ila Mae Johnson White. She enjoyed a long career of over fifty years as a sewing machine operator. Mrs. Ruth was also a seamstress, homemaker, and loved gardening. She was a member of Chesterfield Baptist Church, where she was a dedicated choir member and a faithful member of the Lila Williston-Dorcas-Faithful Workers Sunday School Class. For over sixty years, she taught Adult Sunday School classes at Chesterfield Baptist Church, as well as Ebenezer United Methodist Church, and Westfield Creek Baptist Church. Mrs. Ruth loved her family and friends very much, and was a Witness to everyone she met. In addition to her parents,

Mrs. Ruth was also preceded in death by her brother, James White, and by her sisters, Virginia White Thomas and Lois White Parker.

Ruth is survived by husband, Caston Adams, of the home; daughter, Helen (Tony) Stroud of Chesterfield; 2 grandchildren, Leigh Ann (Forrest “Buck”) White of Chesterfield and Suzanne (Christopher) Kilian of Lake Worth, FL; 5 great grandchildren, Krystan White, Ashtan White, Kathryn Kilian, Kelly Kilian, and Christopher Kilian, II; also a special niece, Miriam Striklin, and niece Betty (Jeff) Richardson; nephews, Johnny (Christie) White and James White; also a number of great nieces and nephews.

Memorials may be made to the Chesterfield Baptist Church “Choir Fund”, 207 East Main Street, Chesterfield, S.C. 29709

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Adams family. Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Jones family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and the Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5, Thursday, Aug. 11, 2011.

Alford Melton

CHERAW – Alford Melton, 67, died Aug. 2, 2011. Funeral services were held Aug. 5 at Rock Springs Missionary Baptist Church, Ruby. Burial followed in the church cemetery.

Alford Melton affectionately known as (Alf) was the son of the late James Montgomery and Mozelle Covington. He was born October 29, 1943. Alford attended the Chesterfield County public school system At an early age, he began working in many wood yards between North Carolina and South Carolina. Later in life Alford worked for Sonoco in Hartsville.

Alford confessed Christ at an early age and became a member of Davidson Grove Baptist Church, Chesterfield. Later he joined Rock Springs Missionary Baptist Church, Ruby, and remained a faithful member.

Alford had numerous hobbies, but was known for his love and support of the Chesterfield Rams athletic department. He especially enjoyed attending the Rams football, basketball, softball and baseball games. Alf also devoted his time to coaching Dixie League baseball and youth basketball.

Alford is survived by wife of forty-nine years, his wife, Doris; sons, Randy (Gloria Cooper) Melton of Atlanta, GA and Sammy (Joyce) Melton, Charlotte, NC; daughters, Jackie (Kenny) Wadsworth, Charlotte, NC and Darlene (Clarence) McBride, Cheraw; nine grandchildren, Cornice Mills, Candice Hurley, Jason Cash, Latoria Melton, Travis McBride, Sidney Wadsworth, Marcus McBride, Larreek Miller and Davian Melton; six great grandchildren; brothers, Lee Thomas (Vivian) Covington, Pageland, Charlie (Trina) Covington, Charlotte, NC, Larry (Sharon) Covington, Jefferson; sisters, Devenia (David) Melton, Mildred (Paul) Covington, Chesterfield, and Phyllis Jones, Newsport News, VA; uncle, Charles (Fannie) Melton, Chesterfield; aunts, Margaret Melton, Salisbury, NC and Sarah Melton, Kannapolis, NC; brothers-in-laws, Levoid Joines, Ruby, James Perry Joines, David (Wendy) Joines, Mt. Croghan, and Larry Joines, Charlotte, NC; sisters-in-law, Peggy Covington, Dianne (Jimmy) Ross, Carolyn Joines, Susan Joines, Charlotte, NC, Lillie (Nathaniel) Wilson, Cheraw, Betty (Fletcher) Hubbard, Mt. Croghan; a godson, David Melton, Jr., Savannah, GA; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

During Alford and Doris life, they adopted two sons, Anthony Joines, Indian Trail, NC and Buck Covington, Charlotte, NC. They loved and enjoyed taking care of them and watching them turn into men.

Flemming Funeral Home served the Melton family. Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Jones family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and the Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5, Thursday, Aug. 11, 2011.

Willis Ford ‘Bill’ Robeson

CHESTERFIELD — Willis Ford “Bill” Robeson, 79, died Aug. 10, 2011.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Aug. 13 at Zoar United Methodist Church. Burial will follow in the Davis Family Plot at Zoar United Methodist Church Cemetery. Visitation will be Aug. 12 from 5:30 p.m. til 7:30 p.m. at the home, 3968 Hwy. 145 N, Chesterfield.

Mr. Robeson was born Dec. 20, 1931, a lifelong resident of Chesterfield County. He was the son of the late Maggie Lee Streater Robeson and Leon Barton “Bub” Robeson. He was a graduate of Zoar High School and owned and operated Snow Hill Processing Plant for 25 years. Bill served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict and was a member of Zoar United Methodist Church

Bill is survived by wife of 53 years, Peggy Davis Robeson,of the home; son, Robert Barton (Bob) Robeson (Karen) of Chesterfield; grandson, Conner Ford Robeson of Chesterfield; sister, Rachel King of Chesterfield, Mary Beth (Preston)

Freeman of Cheraw, Rebecca Burch of Jefferson, and Helen (Mike) Moore of McLeansville, N.C.; Also numerous nephews and nieces.

Memorials may be made to the Prayer Shawl Ministry of Zoar United Methodist Church, c/o Mrs. Debbie Foote, 2472 Zoar Road, Cheraw, S.C. 29520

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Robeson family.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and the Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5, Thursday, Aug. 18, 2011.

Barbara Jean Polson Jones

BENNETTSVILLE — Barbara Jean Polson Jones, 68, died Aug. 3, 2011.

Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. on Aug. 6 at Burroughs-Cooper-Kiser Funeral Home, Bennettsville, followed by burial in Sunset Memorial Park. The family received friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Aug. 5 at Burroughs-Cooper- Kiser Funeral Home, Bennettsville.

Born in Bennettsville, Barbara was a daughter of the late Leon Marshall and Ancie Dell Perkins Polson. She was a member of Christ United Methodist Church and formerly taught the children in the Pioneer Program. She was the widow of Donald Edward Jones. Mrs. Jones retired after 11 1/2 years of dedicated and loyal service to the citizens of Bennettsville by serving with the Police Department.

Surviving are her son, Eric (Tonya) Jones of Cheraw; a daughter, Stacy Jones of Bennettsville; brother, Russell (Wendi) Polson of Bennettsville; sisters, Lois Polson of Bennettsville, Sarah (Tommy) Garrett of Hartsville; grandchildren, David Dixon, Elizabeth Jones, Jessica Dixon, Gena Dixon, Aidain Jones, Camden Jones and Temple Jones.

Barbara was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, listed above, a brother, Bobby Polson , sisters, Edna Jost and Linda Polson.

Memorials may be made to Christ United Methodist Church, PO Box 75, Bennettsville, S.C. 29512.

Burroughs-Cooper-Kiser Funeral Home served the Jones family.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and the Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5, Thursday, Aug. 18, 2011.

David Lee Forbis

CHESTERFIELD — David Lee Forbis, 66, died Aug. 12, 2011.

Mr. Forbis was born June 19, 1945 in Charlotte, N.C., a son of the late Robert Lee and Odessa Hopper Forbis. He was a retired security guard and a member of Chesterfield Baptist Church.

David is survived by brothers, Bobby Forbis of Matthews, N.C. and William Forbis of Peachland, N.C.; sister, Carolyn (Arnold) Crowell of Matthews, N.C.; also a number of nieces and nephews.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Forbis

family.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and the Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5, Thursday, Aug. 18, 2011.

Ernest W. Adams

CHESTERFIELD – Ernest W. Adams, 76, died Aug. 10, 2011.

Funeral services were held Aug. 12 at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home Chapel. Burial followed in the Chesterfield Cemetery. Visitation was held prior to the service at the funeral home.

Mr. Adams was born May 12, 1935, in Wadesboro, N.C. a son of the late Ernest Washington and Myrtle Krepps Adams. He was a retired truck driver and a U.S. Air Force Veteran. Mr. Adams was a member of Bethlehem Baptist Church.

Ernest is survived by wife, Edna McLain Adams, of the home; son, Kevin Adams of Albemarle, N.C.; daughters, Cheryl Waldrup, of Albemarle, N.C. and Patty Adams of Pageland; stepsons, Kenneth (Mary) McLain of Wallace and Michael McLain of Patrick; stepdaughter, Jan (Andy) Welch of Columbia; brothers, Michael Adams of PA and Gary Adams of Norwood, NC; also 7 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren.

Memorials may be made to Hospice of Chesterfield County, PO Box 293, Chesterfield, S.C. 29709

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Adams

family.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and the Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5, Thursday, Aug. 18, 2011.

Cora O. Rivers

CHESTERFIELD – Cora O. Rivers, 68, died Aug. 9, 2011.

Funeral services were held Aug. 11 at Ebenezer United Methodist Church. Burial followed in the Hurst Cemetery. Visitation was held Aug. 10 at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home, Chesterfield.

Mrs. Rivers was born Sept. 26, 1942 in Andrews, N.C., a daughter of the late Wilburn and Nancy Cathy Owensby. She was a retired employee of Chesterfield Manufacturing.

Cora was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She was a faithful member of Ebenezer United Methodist Church where she was a choir member and was involved in many church activities. Cora loved her church, her church family, loved gardening, and taking care of others. In addition to her parents, Cora was preceded in death by a son, Glenn E. Rivers, a grandson, Will Horne, brothers, Walter, Ricky, and Coleman Owensby, and by a sister, Rachel O. Robertson.

Cora is survived by husband of 52 years, Carson Kenneth Rivers, of the home; sons, Randell K. (Jackie) Rivers and Fred D. (Teresa) Rivers of Chesterfield; daughter, Cynthia R. (Gettys) Horne of Ruby; grandchildren, Brian (Stephanie) Rivers, Daniel Rivers, Christopher Hurst, Rebecca Rivers, A.J. Rivers, Evan Poolaw all of Chesterfield; great grandson, Josh Rivers of Chesterfield; brothers, Andy (Judy) Owensby of Morganton, NC, and Harvey Owensby of TN; sisters, Helen O. Turner of Marietta, Billie O. Rivers, and Ruby O. White both of Andrews.

Memorials may be made to Ebenezer United Methodist Church, c/o Dawn Rushing, 556 Watson Hill Lane, Chesterfield, S.C. 29709.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Rivers family.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and the Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5, Thursday, Aug. 18, 2011.

Jeri McLaurin Rayfield

CHERAW — Jeri McLaurin Rayfield, 72, died Aug. 14, 2011.

A graveside service will be held Aug. 18 at 5 p.m. at the Hebron Cemetery in Clio.

Mrs. Rayfield was born Nov. 18, 1938, in Clio, a daughter of the late Luther Parrish McLaurin, Jr. and Jerolyn Moore Woodley McLaurin. She was a graduate of Clio High School and Flora McDaniel College. She was a retired paralegal with H. F. Bell, Attorney at Law. In addition to her parents, Jeri was preceded in death by her husband James Murray Rayfield, and by her son, Jamey Rayfield. Jeri is survived by grandson, Hunter Rayfield of Ohio; sister, Gaye M. Atkinson of Wallace; also a number of nieces and nephews including Heather (Neil) Jackson of Wallace.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Rayfield family.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and the Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5, Thursday, Aug. 18, 2011.

Cindy Driggers Cox

CHERAW — Cindy Driggers Cox, 53, died Aug. 14, 2011.

Born in Bennettsville, Cindy was the daughter of the late John Wesley and Virginia Sweatt Starling. She was a member of North Cheraw Baptist Church were she served in the WMU(Women on Missions Group) and as Sanctuary Music Director for many years. She was a volunteer with Cheraw Area Girl Scouts.

Surviving are her husband Prentiss “Pat” Alton Cox of Cheraw; a daughter, Rachael “Nicole” Cox of Morven, NC; grandchildren, Cameron Boan, Mason Gaddy; brothers, Richard Lee “Buddy” (Barbara) Driggers of Oak Island, NC, Lonnie Kenneth “Butch” (Brenda) Driggers of Cheraw; sister, Mary Catherine Driggers Gaskins of Cheraw.

Funeral services were held Aug. 16, 2011, at North Cheraw Baptist Church, Cheraw. Burial will follow in Chatham Hill Memorial Gardens. Visitation was held Aug. 15 at Kiser Funeral Home, Cheraw.

Memorials may be made to North Cheraw Baptist Church, 101 Hartzell Ave., Cheraw, S.C. 29520 or Hospice of Chesterfield County, PO Box 293, Chesterfield, S.C. 29709

Kiser Funeral Home served the Driggers family.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and the Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5, Thursday, Aug. 18, 2011.

Mary Sue Davidson Johnson

HARTSVILLE – Mary Sue Davidson Johnson, 81, died Aug. 11, 2011.

Funeral services were held Aug. 14 at Kiser Funeral Home, Cheraw. Burial followed in Chatham Memorial Gardens, Cheraw. Visitation was held Aug. 13 at the funeral home.

Born in Cheraw, Mary was a daughter of the late George Frank and Nancy Isabelle Shaw Davidson. She was the widow of John W. Johnson. Mary enjoyed cross stitching, sewing and playing the piano at church. She was an Avon representative. Mary was preceded in death by her parents listed above, sons, George Frank Johnson, Anthony Johnson; brother, Oscar T. Davidson; sister, Gladys Oakley.

Mary is survived by sons, Mike (Nancy) Johnson of Patrick, John Johnson of Hartsville; daughters, Linda (John) Touchberry, Judy (Jackie) Smith, Patricia (Ricky) Winburn all of Hartsville; 14 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren, 5 great great grandchildren.

Memorials may be made to McLeod Hospice House, PO Box 100551, Florence, S.C. 29502-0551.

Kiser Funeral Home served the Johnson family.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and the Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5, Thursday, Aug. 18, 2011.

Wayne Hartwell Blackmon

CHERAW — Wayne Hartwell Blackmon, 72, died Aug. 11, 2011.

A memorial service will be held Aug. 21 at 1 p.m. at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home Chapel, Chesterfield. Visitation will follow after the service.

Mr. Blackmon was born Aug. 5, 1939, in Darlington, a son of the late Francis Hartwell and Grace Lee Rawls Blackmon. He was a graduate of Darlington High School. Mr. Blackmon was a retired truck driver with INA Bearing Company and a U.S. Navy Veteran. Wayne enjoyed fishing and country music.

Wayne is survived by wife, Ruth Kissiah Blackmon, of the home; sons, Mitchell and Michael Blackmon of Florida; daughters, Mindy and Angie of Florida; stepson, Wesley (Windy) Crowley of Lugoff; brother, William A. “Bill” (Brenda) Blackmon of Pagosa Springs, CO; 5 grandchildren.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Blackmon family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and the Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5, Thursday, Aug. 18, 2011.

Alice Quick Cheves Jones

CHERAW — Alice Quick Cheves Jones, 92, died Aug. 3, 2011.

Funeral services were held Aug 6 at 2 p.m. at Cheraw Family Worship Center, Cheraw. Burial followed in the Hickory Grove Baptist Church Cemetery, Wallace. Visitation was held Aug. 5 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home, Chesterfield.

Mrs. Jones was born Jan. 29, 1919, in Wallace, a daughter of the late Walker and Cora Quick. She was a graduate of Kollock School and was a retired store clerk, having worked with Cheraw Hardware, J & K, and McBride’s Park and Shop. Alice enjoyed gospel and country music. In addition to her parents, Alice was preceded in death by her husbands, Kermit Cheves and Mike Jones; a great, great granddaughter, Alaina Quick; her brothers, Clyde and Henry Quick; her sister, Katie Quick; and by a son-in-law, Lee Hewitt, Jr.

Alice is survived by daughters, Mary Alice (Steve) Stafford and Barbara Ann Hewitt both of Cheraw; 4 grandchildren, Susan Davis of Myrtle Beach, Mike (Diane) Stafford of Wallace, Danny (Jessica) Hewitt of Wallace and Shane (Patricia) Hewitt of Cheraw; 8 great grandchildren, Brooklyn (Jonathan) Quick of Wallace, Kyle and Brianna Davis of Myrtle Beach, Braden Connor Patterson of Myrtle Beach, Josh and Michaela Hewitt of Cheraw, and Darien and Rayanna Hewitt of Wallace; 2 great-great grandchildren, Cameron Goins and Caden Quick of Wallace.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Jones family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle and the Chesterfield Advertiser (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5, Thursday, Aug. 18, 2011.

Peggy Miller Morrison

JEFFERSON — Peggy Miller Morrison, 85, died Aug. 16, 2011.

A graveside service was held Aug. 18 at Jefferson Town Cemetery. Visitation followed the graveside service at the cemetery.

Morrison was born May 20, 1926, in Jefferson, the daughter of the late Everett Richards Miller and Achsie Gregory Miller. She was also preceded in death by her husband of 45 years, Dr. Milton Leroy Morrison. Peggy graduated from Jefferson High School and also attended Queens College in Charlotte, N.C. She graduated from Queens in 1947 with a double major in Psychology and Math. Mrs. Morrison was a member of Jefferson Presbyterian Church. Peggy will be remembered as a loving wife, mother, and friend. She will also be remembered for her love of animals, especially her family of cats.

Peggy is survived by her son, Richards Miller “Dicky” Morrison of Jefferson.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Morrison family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Aug. 25, 2011.

Vonnie Mae Watson

CHESTERFIELD — Vonnie Mae Watson, 83, died Aug. 17, 2011.

Funeral services were held Aug. 19 at Hopewell Baptist Church. Burial followed in the church cemetery. Visitation was Aug. 19 prior to the service in the church fellowship hall.

Mrs. Watson was born December 7, 1927, in Union County, N.C., a daughter of  the late J. L. and Annie Davidson. She wasa retired employee of Chesterfield Manufacturing Co. and a member of Hopewell Baptist Church. In addition to her parents, Vonnie Mae was also preceded in death by her husband, Lonnie A. Watson.

Vonnie is survived by stepdaughters, Alieth Bruner and Lucille Winecoff both of Cheraw; also a number of step grandchildren and step great grandchildren, including Dana H. Alexander, her step granddaughter and caregiver.

Memorials may be made to Hopewell Baptist Church, 15066 Hwy # 9, Chesterfield, S.C. 29709 or to Hospice of Chesterfield County, P.O. Box 293, Chesterfield, S.C. 29709

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Watson family.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Aug. 25, 2011.

Stephanie Renee Smith

CHERAW — Stephanie Renee Smith, 32, died Aug. 17, 2011.

Born in Cheraw, Stephanie was a daughter of James Allen Dixon of Cheraw and the late Stephanie Teresa Dixon. She enjoyed reading and writing short stories.

Stephanie is survived by her children, Daniel Allen Quick, Brantley Smith and Terra Quick all of Pageland, her father listed above, and a sister, Ashley Dixon.

Stephanie is preceded in death by her mother listed above, a child, Leighanne Hall and a sister, Kimberly Dixon. A graveside service was held Aug. 20 in Mt. Olivet Baptist Church Cemetery, Patrick. Visitation was Aug. 19 at Kiser Funeral Home, Cheraw.

Kiser Funeral Home served the Smith family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A,

Thursday, Aug. 25, 2011.

Dianne Sellers Stroud

HARTSVILLE — Dianne Sellers Stroud, 68, died Aug. 17, 2011.

Funeral services were held Aug. 20 at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home Chapel, Chesterfield. Burial followed in the Friendship United Methodist Church Cemetery. Visitation was held Aug. 19 at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home.

Mrs. Stroud was born May 7, 1943, in Mt. Croghan, a daughter of the late Julius and Dessie Mae Tucker Sellers. She was a long time resident of Hartsville. Dianne was a loving and devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She will be sadly missed by her family, extended family, and friends.

Dianne is survived by husband of 50 years, Philip A. Stroud, of the home; daughters, Marcia “Bitsy” Stroud McLaughlin of Hartsville and Andrea “Andi” Dianne Stroud of Atlanta, GA; 2 grandchildren, Jordan Lynn McLaughlin and Andrea Meagan McLaughlin both of Hartsville.    

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Stroud family.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Aug. 25, 2011.

Lillian Shaw Hayer

Davidson, N.C. — Lillian Shaw Hayer, 84, died Aug. 20, 2011.

Funeral services were held Aug. 23 at Shiloh United Methodist Church, Concord, N.C. Burial followed in the church cemetery. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the church, prior to the service.

Lillian was born May 10, 1927, in Marlboro County, the daughter of the late James Calvin Shaw and Annie Lee Shankle Shaw. She grew up in Wallace, S.C. She was one of ten children with only one brother remaining, Mitchell E. Shaw of Wallace. She met James Franklin Hayer when he was on Army maneuvers in Wallace, in 1944. They married and moved to Cabarrus County, N.C., near his family and lived on a small farm.

Lillian was employed with the former Cannon Mills Company, Plant #1 Wash Cloth Dept. second shift for 40 years until her retirement. She deeply loved her church, Shiloh United Methodist Church, Concord, N.C., where she taught the primary class, was active with the ladies circle #1, served on numerous committees, and cared for the elderly in her neighborhood. Lillian was a fantastic cook who loved to prepare foods for her large family, especially her grandchildren, and enjoyed canning and freezing foods. She was a loving and caring mother and grandmother who wanted her children and grandchildren to do their best and be successful in their lives. She is at rest now, joyous and whole again.

In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her husband, James F. Hayer; a daughter, Patti Fink Webster; a son, Jimmy Hayer; two grandchildren, Gerald Hayer and Gary Robinson.

Survivors in addition to her brother include her daughter, Diann Wayne of Davidson, N.C.; numerous grandchildren; great-grandchildren; and nieces and nephews.

Memorials may be made to Shiloh United Methodist Church, 4149 Odell School Road, Concord, N.C. 28027.

Whitley’s Funeral Home served the Hayer family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A,

Thursday, Aug. 25, 2011.

Marjorie Elder Graham

PAWLEYS ISLAND — Marjorie Elder Graham, 87, widow of Thomas Hunter Graham, died Aug. 21, 2011. Funeral services were held at Pawleys Island Presbyterian Church Aug. 26. Burial followed in the family cemetery plot in Chickamauga, Ga. A reception was held at the church after the funeral.

Born on April 8, 1924, in Chickamauga, Ga., she was the daughter of John Glenn Elder and Dixie Eugenia Henderson Elder. She graduated from high school there, attended Randolph-Macon Woman’s College and was a graduate from the University of Chattanooga. She was a member of Chi Omega sorority and taught at Radford College in Radford, Va. She appeared in summer theater plays in New York.

Her husband was a textile executive and they lived in a number of places, Cheraw, Altavista, Va., and Greensboro, N.C., before retiring to Pawleys Island, where they were active members of Pawleys Island Presbyterian Church. They were active leaders in building the church. Mrs. Graham was a co-founder of the Scholarship Committee, taught Sunday school, and taught and coached children in acting for years at the Joy School. For her services, she received a Life Membership Award to the Women of the Church. Mrs. Graham served as Regent of the Winyah Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution, and a member of the Waccamaw Garden Club, the Georgetown Historical Society, and the Litchfield Country Club.

Marjorie is survived by her son, Thomas Hunter Graham, II (Sarah); grandson, Thomas Hunter Graham, III; and several nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to Pawleys Island Presbyterian Church, 9967 Ocean Hwy., Pawleys Island, S.C. 29585.

The Georgetown Chapel of Mayer Funeral Home served the Graham family.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Sept. 01, 2011.

Donald M. Rollings

2011. CROGHAN — Donald M. Rollings, 66, died Aug. 21, 2011.

Funeral services were held Aug. 23 at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home Chapel, Chesterfield. Burial followed in the Friendship United Methodist Church Cemetery. Visitation was held Aug. 22 at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home.

Mr. Rollings was born May 29, 1945, in Jefferson, a son of the late Monroe Rollings and Mary Pauline Plyler Oliveira. He was a retired carpenter. Mr. Rollings was a member of Pine Grove Baptist Church and attended Mt. Croghan Baptist Church. Donald enjoyed fishing, shopping, woodworking, and watching Westerns. In addition to his parents, Donald was also preceded in death by his previous wife, Janet White Rollings, three brothers, Edward Rollins, Marcel Oliveira, and Ricky Oliveira, and by a sister, Anna Polk.

Donald is survived by wife, Betty Gardner Rollings, of the home; stepson, Doug (Shannon) Jordan of Hartsville; stepdaughter, Jeanette (Joe) Spencer of Cheraw; 4 grandchildren, Cassie and Gracie Jordan and Joseph and Eddie Spencer; brothers, Larry (Shirley) Rollins of Waxhaw, N.C., Jerry (Joyce) Rollins of Goodlettsville, Tenn., and Anthony Oliveira of Springfield, Mass.; sisters, Louise (Jim) Rallings of Florence and Dee (Steele) Fuller of Caledonia, N.Y.; also Tippy and Sugar his faithful pets.

Memorials may be made to Hospice of Chesterfield County, P.O. Box 293, Chesterfield, S.C. 29709.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Rollings family.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Sept. 01, 2011.

Berta Rieger Marze

CHERAW — Berta Rieger Marze, 84, died Aug. 26, 2011.

Funeral services were held Aug. 28 at Kiser Funeral Home, Cheraw. Burial followed in Chatham Hill Memorial Gardens. Visitation was held prior to the services at the funeral home.

Born in Munich, Germany, Berta was a daughter of the late Andreas and Therese Susmeier Rieger. She was a member of Mt. Olivet United Methodist Church, Cheraw. She enjoyed painting and ceramics. She was the widow of Edwin W. Marze, who was the American Soldier she married and was a proud military wife for 23 years of their marriage. She was retired from Ina Bearing.

Surviving are her sons, Charles (Margaret) Marze of Jefferson, N.C., Douglas Marze of Greensboro, N.C.; daughter, Evelyn (Phil) Boan of Cheraw; brother, Richard Rieger of Munich, Germany, 4 grandchildren, and 7 great grandchildren.

Berta was preceded in death by her parents listed above and several brothers and sisters.

Memorials may be made to Mt. Olivet United Methodist Church, 6357 Teals Mill Road, Cheraw, S.C. 29520.

Kiser Funeral Home served the Marze family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Sept. 09, 2011.

Melvin Eugene ‘Gene’ Davis

JEFFERSON — Melvin Eugene “Gene” Davis, 44, died Sept. 1, 2011.

Funeral services were held Sept. 4 at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home Chapel, Chesterfield.

Visitation was held prior to the service at the funeral home.

Mr. Davis was born May 2, 1967, in Concord, N.C., a son of Mary “Libby” and Jerry Sullivan. He was a graduate of Central High School, Class of 1986. Mr. Davis was a carpenter, and a member of Twin Pines Free Will Baptist Church. Gene enjoyed mowing grass.

Gene is survived by parents, Libby and Jerry Sullivan of Jefferson; brothers, Billy Honeycutt of Norwood, N.C., Cecil Sullivan of Jefferson, and Harvey (Tina) Sullivan of Lexington, N.C.; sister, Virginia Davis Mills of Jefferson; also nieces and nephews.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Davis family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Sept. 09, 2011.

Anne Douglas Hartmann

BENNETTSVILLE — Anne Douglas Hartmann, 76, died Aug. 29, 2011.

Funeral services were held Sept. 3 at Kiser Funeral home, Cheraw. Visitation was prior to the service. A committal service was held at 4 p.m. in the Hillcrest Cemetery, Conway, S.C.

Anne was the widow of Fredrick Hartmann and a daughter of the late Nealy Rockaway and Sara Jane Qwens Douglas.

She was a member of First United Methodist Church of Bennettsville, S.C., past president of Pilot Club of Bennettsville, S.C., member of the Womens Insurance Assoc. of Columbia S.C. Mrs. Hartmann loved reading and sewing.

Anne is survived by son, Stephen J. (Hope) Douglas of Cumming Ga.; daughter, Cindy Jones (Leon) Lenox of Bennettsville; sister Connie Covington, Cheraw; grandchildren, Katherine Lenox, William Lenox, Emma Douglas and Joseph Douglas.

In lieu of flowers; Embracing Hospice Foundation, 5775 Peachtree Dunwoody Road, Suite D580, Atlanta, Ga. 30342.

Kiser Funeral Home served the Hartman family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Sept. 09, 2011.

Ruth Miller Merritt

CHARLOTTE, N.C.— Ruth Miller Merritt, 91, died Aug. 25, 2011.

Funeral services were held Aug. 29 at Rock Hill A.M.E. Zion Church, Pageland. Burial followed in the church cemetery.

Ms. Ruth Miller Merritt, daughter of the late John Chaplin and Mary Jane Miller was born on September 25, 1919, in Chesterfield County. At an early age, Ruth joined Rock Hill A.M.E. Zion Church, Pageland. She was a faithful member until her health declined and she moved to Charlotte, North Carolina, with her children. Ruth was the wife of the late Roscoe Merritt and to this union, ten children were born.

Ruth is survived by her sons, Roger (Betty) Merritt, Charlotte, N.C., and Leroy (Joe Ann) Merritt, New York, N.Y.; daughters, Ruth Laverne Merritt, Cheryl Merritt both of Charlotte, N.C., and Janet (Willie) Robinson, Pageland; 13 grandchildren; and a host of great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren.

Ruth was preceded in death by three sons, Ander Lee, Roscoe Jr. and Ricky; two daughters, Beryl and Margaret.

Flemming Funeral Home served the Merritt family.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Sept. 09, 2011.

Beverly M. Jennings

CHERAW — Beverly M. Jennings, 74, died Aug. 31, 2011.

Beverly was the daughter of the late Joseph A. and Mary Catherine Tighe Campbell. She was the widow of Melvin R. Jennings. She was a friend of the Matheson Memorial Library. She was a volunteer with Cheraw Primary School. Mrs. Jennings was an avid reader and enjoyed traveling. She was greatly loved and will be sorely missed.

Surviving are her husband, Melvin R. Jennings, a son, Jeff Jennings, a daughter, Joyce Sutton, grandchildren Racheal Sutton, Jennifer Sutton, Taurean Jennings, Tyler Jennings, 4 great grandchildren all of Cheraw, a brother, Robert Campbell of Monticello, N.Y. and a sister, Katherine Cornish of Newburg, N.Y.

In lieu of flowers: Friends of Matheson Memorial Library,227 Huger Street, Cheraw, S.C. 29520.

Kiser funeral home served the Jennings family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Sept. 09, 2011.

Hallie Boan Burr Perdue

CHESTERFIELD — Hallie Boan Burr Perdue, 92, died Sept. 3, 2011.

A graveside service was held Sept. 5 at Clanton Plains Baptist Church Cemetery. Visitation was also held Sept. 5 at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home, Chesterfield.

Mrs. Perdue was born July 23, 1919, in Chesterfield County, a daughter of the late Joe and Jennie Watson Boan.

She was a member of Clanton Plains Baptist Church. Hallie was the last surviving member of her generation. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two sons, Junious Burr and Durwood Burr, and by one daughter, Selma Burr Smith.

Hallie is survived by son, Julious (Elaine) Burr of Wadesboro, N.C.; daughters, Virginia “Jenny” (Rhett) Allen of Chesterfield and Jean (Doug Palmer) Benton of Greensboro, N.C.; 12 grandchildren, Shellie Plumley, Roni Ohel, Tony Smith, Kevin Smith, Aaron Smith, DeAnne Todd, Mickey Smith, Verenda Smith, Sharon King, Wanda Outlaw, Sheila Wallace, and Darcey Burr; also a host of great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren.

Memorials may be made to Chesterfield County Council on Aging, P.O. Box 45 Chesterfield, S.C. 29709 or to Hospice of Chesterfield County, P.O. Box 293, Chesterfield,S.C. 29709. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Sept. 09, 2011.

Alex ‘Skip’ Benedetto Brown

CHERAW — Alex “Skip” Benedetto Brown, died Sept. 8, 2011.

A memorial ceremony was held Sept. 11 with family and friends at his home.

Born July 11, 1954, in Chicago, Ill., Brown was the son of the late James Odell Brown and Josephine Marie Brown of Cheraw. He worked for many years traveling the country as a carnival ride operator and took great pride in his record of safety and his ability to maintain and upkeep equipment.

He was very family-oriented and was known by many as “Uncle Skip,” regardless of actual family relations. Known for his sense of humor, Skip was the family prankster and much loved by children and adults alike.

He is survived by his son, Alex B. Brown Jr. of Illinois; sisters, Joanne (Donald) Graham of Texas, Georgiann Johnson of Cheraw, Josephine (Andy) Wallace of Cheraw, Stacy Brown of Cheraw, Joann (Victor) Campbell of Cheraw; and brothers James Richard Brown of Georgia, James Patrick (Dee Dee) Brown of Indiana, Richard D. (Vicky) Brown of Florida; many nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts and uncles.

Kiser Funeral Home served the Brown family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Sept. 15, 2011.

Frances Perdue Jordan

JEFFERSON — Frances Perdue Jordan, 71, died Sept. 8, 2011.

Funeral services were held Sept. 11 at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home Chapel. Burial followed in the Bethel Baptist Church Cemetery. Visitation was held Sept. 10 at the funeral home.

Mrs. Jordan was born March 6, 1940, in Hartsville, a daughter of the late George Hampton and Vera Lottie Alexander Perdue.

She was a retired employee of Caro- Knit. Frances was a member of Oak Grove Baptist Church and attended Twin Pines Free Will Baptist Church. In addition to her parents, Frances was also preceded in

death by her husband Rev. Cecil Jordan, and by a brother, Arthur B. “Pete” Perdue.

Frances is survived by brothers, George Douglas (Lillie) Perdue of Hartwell, Ga., Louie C. Perdue of Lancaster and Wayne (Barbara) Perdue of Hartsville; also several nieces and nephews.

Memorials may be made to McLeod Hospice, 1203 E. Cheves St., Florence, S.C. 29506

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Jordan family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Sept. 15, 2011.

Allen Chisholm, Sr.

CHESTERFIELD — Allen Chisholm, Sr., 70, died Sept. 7, 2011.

A graveside service was held on Sept. 9 at Ebenezer United Methodist Church Cemetery. Visitation was held at the church prior to the service.

Mr. Chisholm was born July 15, 1941, in Patrick, a son of the late Grafton and Bonnie Tolson Chisholm. He was a former employee of INA USA. In addition to his parents, Allen was also preceded in death by his wife, Jean Watson Chisholm, and by a sister, Elmer Stroud.

Allen is survived by sons, Allen “Skeeter” (Lena) Chisholm, Jr. of Chesterfield and Doyle L. (Mia) Chisholm of Berwyn Heights, Md.; daughter, Dawn C. Rushing of Chesterfield; two grandchildren, Taylor M. Rushing and Samuel Chisholm.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Chisholm family.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Sept. 15, 2011.

Sedley King Entzminger III

BATESBURG — Sedley King Entzminger III, 44, died Sept. 9, 2011.

Funeral services were held Sept. 12 at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home Chapel, Chesterfield. Burial followed with Military Honors in the Friendship United Methodist Church Cemetery, Chesterfield. Visitation was held Sept. 11 at the funeral home.

Mr. Entzminger was born Nov. 30, 1966, in Monroe, N.C., a son of Sedley King Entzminger Jr. and Mary “Monkey” Stroud Entzminger. He was a graduate of the SC Police Academy and received an associate’s degree in Criminal Justice from Midlands Technical Community College.

Sedley was a former police officer with Lexington County and the Department of Public Safety. He was also and EMT and a massage therapist. Sedley was a U.S. Marine and U.S. Army veteran.

Sedley is survived by wife, Donna Storey Entzminger; step-children, Kaitlyn and Tanner Shealy; step-grandson, Ashton Shealy; parents, Sedley and Monkey Stroud Entzminger of Columbia; sister, Rosemary (Rick) Faile of Columbia; nephews, Jaylin and Aaron Faile; also a number of aunts, uncles and cousins.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the  Entzminger family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Sept. 15, 2011.

Jackson Corbett Bundy Jr.

SPARTANBURG — Jackson Corbett Bundy Jr., died Sept. 9, 2011.

A celebration of life service was held Monday, Sept. 12, at Central United Methodist Church in Spartanburg, where he was an active member.

Born Feb. 13, 1942, Jackson was the son of the late Ruby Hughes Bundy and Jackson Corbett Bundy Sr. of Cheraw.

After graduating from Newberry College in 1964, he married Myrna Pitts and began his career with the Chamber of Commerce. In Durham, N.C., he servedas civic affairs manager of the Chamber of Commerce, and later he was named the first full-time director of the Greater Durham Downtown Revitalization Program. In 1978 he and his family moved to Spartanburg, S.C., where Jack joined the staff at the Chamber of Commerce. There he was instrumental in forming the Leadership Spartanburg program. In 1988 Jack served as executive vice-president of the Greenwood Chamber of Commerce, focusing on total quality management and leadership development. Later, he returned to Spartanburg working with Healthy Spartanburg and the South Carolina School for the Deaf and the Blind.

Jack enjoyed woodworking and pottery. He shared his interests with Carolina Clay Artists, a group he helped form. He was a strong supporter of the Spartanburg Art Museum and taught beginning pottery classes. Jack inspired his sons with his love of music and art, his curiosity, and his enthusiasm for learning.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by his sons, Christopher Jackson Bundy (Jennie) of Atlanta, Ga., and David Pitts Bundy (Rachel) of Driggs, Idaho; brother, Charles Alan Bundy (Margaret) of Lancaster, one granddaughter, Harper Lily Bundy; and many nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Jackson C. Bundy Spartanburg Art Museum Scholarship Endowment, Spartanburg County Foundation, Contribution Lock Box 60402, Charlotte, N.C. 28260-0402.

Floyd Mortuary served the Bundy family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Sept. 15, 2011.

 Rebecca ‘Becky’ Broadway Gatti

CHESTERFIELD — Rebecca “Becky” Broadway Gatti, 45, died Sept. 14, 2011.

Funeral services were held Sept. 17 at at Miller-Rivers- Caulder Funeral Home Chapel, Chesterfield. Burial followed in the Peniel Cemetery at Pine View Baptist Church Cemetery. Visitation was Sept. 16 at the funeral home.

Mrs. Gatti was born March 11, 1966, in Chesterfield, a daughter of the late J.D. Broadway and Mildred Teal Broadway. She was a homemaker.

Becky is survived by husband, Robert Patrick Gatti Jr., of the home; daughters, Kassie Leigh Gatti and Brittany Nicole Gatti; sister, Sandra Broadway Gainey of Patrick.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Gatti family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Sept. 22, 2011.

Tommy L. Crawley

RUBY — Tommy L. Crawley, 74, died, Sept.12, 2011.

Funeral services were held Sept. 15 at Cross Roads Baptist Church. Burial followed in the Ruby Cemetery. Visitation was held prior to the service in the Church Family Life Center.

Mr. Crawley was born March 21, 1937, in Ruby, a son of the late Duncan Levi and Kate Nicholson Crawley. He was a graduate of Ruby High School Class of 1955, and was a retired maintenance supervisor with Tri-County Mental Health.

He was a member and past Master of the Ruby Masonic Lodge 314, and was past District Deputy Grand Master of the SC Grand Lodge. Tommy was a charter member of the Ruby-Mt. Croghan Fire Department. He was an active member of Cross Roads Baptist Church where he served on the Cemetery Committee, Building and Grounds Committee, and various other committees. Mr. Crawley was a U.S. Air Force Veteran. In addition to his parents, Tommy was also preceded in death by a brother Gerald Crawley.

Tommy is survived by wife, Shelby Martin Crawley of the home; sons, Scott (Kathy) Crawley of Salisbury, N.C., and Martin (Sybil) Crawley of Ruby; 2 grandchildren, Kristen (Drew) Sellers of Cheraw and Jeremy (Amber) Crawley of China Grove, N.C.; 2 great grandchildren, Griffin and Sadie Crawley; brother, Ralph (Sue) Crawley of Greenville; sisters, Cheria (Richard) Goodman of Charlotte, N.C., and Patricia C. Stancil of Ruby; sister-in-law, Barbara R. Crawley of Hartsville.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral served the Crawley family.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Sept. 22, 2011.

Mary Gathings Buck

CHERAW — Mary Gathings Buck, 69, died Sept. 16, 2011.

Funeral services were held Sept. 19 at Kiser Funeral Home, Cheraw. Visitation was held prior to the service at the funeral home. Burial followed in Chatham Hill Cemetery, Cheraw.

Mary was the daughter of the late T.C. and Idaleen Hubbard Gathings. She was a member of Cheraw First Baptist Church. Mrs. Buck was a 35 year member of the Pioneer Club with Carolina Power and Light Company. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchild, nieces and nephews.

Mary is survived by husband Jerry Buck, of Cheraw; daughter, Heather B. (Chad) Watson of Florence; brothers Harold (Frances) Gathings of Cheraw; Thomas (Laurie) Gathings of Gilber; sisters Ruth Gathings Brigman and Janet Gathings (Charles) Teal both of Cheraw; one grandchild and my nieces and nephews.

Memorials may be sent to the American Cancer Society in care of Kathy Treadaway P.O. Box 807, Cheraw, S.C. 29520.

Kiser Funeral Home served the Buck family.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Sept. 22, 2011.

Charles ‘Charlie’ Larry Roscoe

CHERAW — Charles “Charlie” Larry Roscoe, died Aug. 28, 2011.

Funeral services were held Aug. 30 at Kiser Funeral Home, Cheraw. Visitation was held prior to the service at the funeral home.

Charlie was the son of the late Junior L. Roscoe and Jennie Driggers Williamson. He was a member of Faith Fellowship Church. He was employed at INA Bearing from 1976 to 2009.

Charlie is survived by his wife, Sara Roscoe, of Cheraw; sons; Charles L. Roscoe II, Tony Helms of Cheraw, and Charles D. “Chuck” Roscoe of Ruby; daughters Sara Denise Gaddy of Cheraw and Kimberly D. Boyer of Florence; sister, Sherry R. Hinson of Cheraw; 10 grandchildren and one great grandchild.

Memorials to: St. Judes Children’s Hospital or Hospice of Chesterfield County or Hospice House of Florence.

Kiser Funeral Home served the Roscoe family.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Sept. 22, 2011.

Julia Davis Mackall

CHESTERFIELD — Julia Davis Mackall, 81, formerly of St. Petersburg, Fla., died Sept. 12, 2011.

Funeral services were held Sept. 18, 2011, at Pine Grove Baptist Church. Burial followed in the church cemetery. Visitation was prior to the service at the church.

Mrs. Mackall was born June 11, 1930, in Kershaw, a daughter of the late T. Ben and Myrtle Edna White Davis. She was a 1947 graduate of Zoar High School and received her RN degree from Camden School of Nursing. Mrs. Mackall did post graduate studies at Charity Hospital, Tulane University, and Duke University. She was a captain in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War. Julia was a retired RN with Bay Pines VA Hospital in St. Petersburg where she served for many years. She was a member of St. Luke’s United Methodist Church in St. Petersburg, and was a former member of Pine Grove Baptist Church where she worked with the G.A.’s.

She was also a member of the American Legion Post 74. In addition to her parents, Julia was also preceded in death by her husband, Wilton B. Mackall; two brothers, Lewis and Frank Davis; and by a sister, Mary D. Pusser.

Julia is survived by brother, Judge Edwin M. (Betty) Davis of Chesterfield; sister, Carolyn “Nookie” Goldsmith of Chesterfield; also numerous nieces and nephews.

Memorials may be made to Pine Grove Baptist Church Building Fund”, 293 Zoar Road, Chesterfield, S.C. 29709.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Mackall family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Sept. 22, 2011.

Margaret Atkinson Huntley

RUBY — Margaret Atkinson Huntley, 83, died Sept. 12, 2011.

Funeral services were held Sept. 15 at Ruby Presbyterian Church. Burial followed in the Ruby Cemetery. Visitation followed interment service at the Ruby Presbyterian Church Fellowship Hall.

Mrs. Huntley was born Sept. 25, 1927, in Mt. Croghan, a daughter of the late Tom H. and Hilda Burch Atkinson. She received her BA degree from Coker College and her masters degree from USC.

Margaret was a retired school teacher with 35 years of service. She taught in the Ruby, Jefferson, and Pageland schools. Mrs. Huntley was an active member of Ruby Presbyterian Church, where she had served as elder, Sunday School superintendent, Sunday School teacher, and was a member of the Presbyterian Women.

Margaret enjoyed reading and doing cross stitch. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband, Duncan McGregor Huntley; her son, Duncan M. “Greg” Huntley Jr.; and by her brother, Charles R. Atkinson.

Margaret is survived by daughter, Mary Margaret (Sam) Smith of Ruby; daughter-in-law, Ann Huntley of Ruby; sisterin-law, Edith D. Atkinson of Mt. Croghan; 4 grandchildren, Mac (Tabitha) Huntley, Cynthia (Wayne) Southard, Travis Smith all of Ruby and Mark Smith of Blacksburg, Va.; 1 step grandchild, Bryon (Jennifer) Smith of Carthage, N.C.; 2 great grandchildren, Zander Huntley and Marissa Southard; also 5 step great-grandchildren.

Memorials may be made to Hospice of Chesterfield County, P.O. Box 293, Chesterfield, S.C. 29709 or Ruby Presbyterian Church, P.O. Box 35, Ruby, S.C. 29741 or Ruby Cemetery Association, c/o Mrs. Johnnie Oliver, P.O. Box 3, Ruby, S.C. 29741

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Huntley family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Sept. 22, 2011.

Susie Horne Baker

RUBY — Susie Horne Baker, 94, died Sept. 24, 2011. Funeral services were held Sept. 26 at Miller-Rivers- Caulder Funeral Home Chapel, Chesterfield. Visitation was held prior to the service at the funeral home. Burial will follow in the Cross Roads Baptist Church Cemetery.

Mrs. Baker was born Jan. 16, 1917, in Lancaster, a daughter of the late Luther and Sally Lang Horne. She was a homemaker, who enjoyed cooking for her family and friends. Mrs. Baker was a member of Cross Roads Baptist Church. In addition to her parents, Susie was preceded in death by her husband, Lloyd Marion Baker, one brother, four sisters, one grandchild, and one great grandchild.

Susie is survived by daughters, Sylvia Berniece Baker (Joel) Gaskins of Ruby and Peggy Baker Porter of Monroe, N.C.; six grandchildren, Chris (Jackie) Gaskins, Jay (Erica) Gaskins, Lane Gaskins, Keri Jill (Kenny) Hulsey, Mark Taylor, Christie (Michael) Outen; sister, Ruby Harward of Wadesboro, N.C.; sister-inlaw, Ester Baker of Ruby; also nine great grandchildren.

Memorials may be made to Hospice of Chesterfield County, P.O. Box 293, Chesterfield, S.C. 29709.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Baker family.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Sept. 29, 2011.

Tracy Crowley

BENNETTSVILLE — Tracy Crowley, 85, died Sept. 20, 2011.

Funeral services were held Sept. 24 at Burroughs Cooper Kiser Funeral Home, Bennettsville. Visitation was prior to the service at the funeral home.

Tracy was born Aug. 13, 1926, in Bennettsville. He was the son of the late Alex and Lula Pruitt Crowley. He was a World War II Army veteran. He was a member and deacon of Calvary Baptist Church. He had retired from Oak River Mill. He enjoyed working on lawn mowers and watching westerns on television. He was married for 63 years to the late Louise Mumford Crowley.

Tracy is survived by his son, Charles E. Crowley (Kathy) of Cheraw; daughter, Mary Lou Lowery (David), of Cheraw; grandchildren, Jennifer Jackson, Chuck Crowley, Brian Crowley (Casi), and Dave Lowery; step grandchild, Dawn Rogers; great grandchildren, Billy and Jenna Clay, Abbi and Bryson Crowley; step great grandchildren, Dalton, Dustin, and Wyatt Taylor, Destiny Freeman, Christian and Timothy Parrish; great-great grandchild, Hailey Taylor; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Tracy was preceded in death by his wife, parents, brothers and sister.

Memorials may be made to Carolinas Hospital System, Administration, 805 Pamplico Hwy. Florence, S.C. 29505

Burroughs Cooper Kiser Funeral Home served the Crowley family.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Sept. 29, 2011.

Larry Crawley

MINT HILL N.C. — Larry Crawley, 58, died Sept. 23, 2011.

Funeral services were held Sept. 25 at Fairview Baptist Church, Mt. Croghan. Visitation was held prior to the service at the church. Burial followed in the church cemetery.

Mr. Crawley was born Nov. 7, 1952, in Chesterfield County, a son of Jennie Jordan Raffaldt and the late Ray Samuel Crawley. He was a loving husband, father, and proud “Paw-Paw.”

Larry was a member of Fairview Baptist Church, where he served as former deacon.

Larry is survived by his wife of 35 years, Deborah Crawley, of the home; sons, Matt (Jessica) Crawley of Charlotte, and Sammy Crawley of Mint Hill, N.C.; two granddaughters, Emma and Erin Crawley;

mother, Jennie (Lawson) Raffaldt of Ruby; brother, Robert Samuel “Bobby” Crawley; sisters, Gail (Terry) Collins of Chesterfield, Sharon Usher and Kathy Larry) Benton both of Pageland, and Becky (Wayne) Perdue of Patrick; his beloved pets, Alex and Prissy; also numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.

The family requests memorials be made in honor of their family member, Larry Benton, to the American Cancer Society, 128 Stonemark Lane, Columbia, S.C. 29212

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Crawley family.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Sept. 29, 2011.

Grady Thomas Brown

WALLACE — Grady Thomas Brown Jr., 64, died Sept. 22, 2011.

Born in Nashville, Tenn., Grady was the son of Grady T. Brown Sr. and Mary Louise Quick Brown of Wallace. He was a member of Ebenezer United Methodist Church. Mr. Brown was a retired electrician.

Funeral services were held Sept. 24 at Kiser Funeral Home, Cheraw. Visitation was held prior to the service at the funeral home. Burial was held in the Chatham Hill Memorial Gardens.

Gary is survived by his parents listed above; sisters, Martina B. (David) Thomas of Lexington, N.C., Kay B. Hall of Wallace; Gail Brown of Florence; stepsons, Ronnie, Keith and John Blackmon all of Wallace; several step grandchildren and several step great grandchildren; also, several nieces and nephews.

Memorials may be made to Wallace Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 445, Wallace, S.C. 29596.

Kiser Funeral Home served the Brown family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Sept. 29, 2011.

Bernice Sellers Frye

CHESTERFIELD — Bernice Sellers Frye, 93, died Saturday, Sept. 17, 2011.

Funeral services were held Sept. 19 at Zoar United Methodist Church. Burial followed in the church cemetery. Visitation was held Sept. 18 at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home.

Mrs. Frye was born Aug. 3, 1918, in Chesterfield, a daughter of the late Laura Previtte Sellers and Willie Eli Sellers. She received her BA degree from Coker College.

Bernice was a retired school teacher with 40 years of service. She taught in Hardeeville, S.C., and Baltimore, Md., in addition to the Zoar and Chesterfield schools. Mrs. Frye was a member of Zoar United Methodist Church. She was a Sunday school teacher and was a member of the United Methodist Women’s Organization. Bernice enjoyed reading and gardening. She resided at Cheraw Health Care for the last two years. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husbands, Charlie M. Frye and Burnise Johnson; grandson, Justin Kyle Wallace; brothers, Fincher and Robert Sellers; sister-in-law, Daisy Byrte Sellers; and one she considered her daughter, Patricia Jacobs.

Bernice is survived by daughters, Marcia (Ricky) Wallace of Chesterfield and Nan (Steve) Rex of Holden Beach, N.C.; brother, Bill (Helen) Sellers of Columbia; sisters, Leila Hartman of Byran, Ill., and Cuby Rae of Chicago, Ill.; four

grandchildren, Angie (Rick) Hays of Mt. Pleasant, Lance (Hope) Wallace of Chesterfield, Kadee (Jason) Herring of Chesterfield and Gavin Rex of Durham, N.C.; six great grandchildren, Caragan Xu Chen Wallace, Logan Wallace, Christian Wallace, KateLin Wallace, Maddie Bateman, and Wallace Tod Herring; and special friend Ida Demby.

Memorials may be made to Zoar United Methodist Church “Backpack Ministry Fund,” 2842 Zoar Road, Cheraw, S.C. 29520, or to a charity of one’s choice.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Frye family.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Sept. 29, 2011.

Julius Wesley McQueen

CHERAW — Julius “Jay” or “JW” Wesley McQueen, 65, died Sept. 5, 2011.

Julius was the youngest son of the late Paul G. and Polly F. McQueen. He joined the Pee Dee Union Baptist Church at a young age where he was a member until his death. He attended the public schools of Cheraw (Robert Smalls) and graduated in 1963 from Long High School. He loved sports, golf, tennis, but his love was basketball, baseball and football. He played baseball for the Cheraw A’s and later became the coach and manager of the team. Jay worked at Delta Mill, Cheraw Dying and Finishing and INA Bearing until retirement.

Julius is survived by wife, Dorothy McQueen; children, Cosandra (Michael), Murray of Columbia, Julius W. (Ernestine) McQueen Jr. of Cheraw, and Paula Price of Fleming Island, Fla.; six grandchildren, Ciera McQueen, of the home, Charone Moore of Scranton, Pa., Lakia McQueen and Ashlee Price of Fleming Island, Fla., Mikayla Murray of Columbia and Julian A. McQueen of Manhattan, Kan.; two great-grandchildren, Nya and Isaiah McQueen, of the home; three lovely people whom he helped raise, Bernice Williams, Keith and Tina McQueen; brother, Paul (Annie Belle) McQueen; sisters, Edith (Robert) Dixon and Rev. Annie (Rev. Lonnie) Monk, all of Cheraw; step mother, Drucilla McQeen; five step siblings; a host of nieces, nephews, family and friends.

Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Oct. 6, 2011.

Anne Macomson Rivers

CHESTERFIELD — Anne Macomson Rivers, 97, died on Oct. 2, 2011.

Funeral services were held Oct. 5 at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home Chapel in Chesterfield. Interment followed in the Chesterfield Cemetery. The family received family and friends Oct. 4 at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home, Chesterfield.

A native of Spartanburg, S.C., she was born on March 14, 1914, the youngest daughter and one of eight children of Michael Rhett Macomson and Nancy Wright Macomson. She attended the public schools in Spartanburg and in New York City and was a student at Converse College before graduating from Lander College, and received her master’s degree from Coker College. Mrs. Rivers began her teaching career in McBee, S.C., and later taught civics and Spanish for many years at Chesterfield High School, where she was an especially popular teacher known to her students as “Miss Anne.”

In the early 1940s she was married to Stephen Graydon Rivers, a native of Mt. Croghan, and following World War II, the couple settled with their young daughter in Chesterfield, where she lived for the rest of her life in the Ivy Hill neighborhood. Mrs. Rivers was active in the civic and social life of Chesterfield, especially as a member of several of the many bridge clubs there. She last played bridge just a few days before her unexpected death.

Mrs. Rivers was a member of Chesterfield Baptist Church and one of the three oldest citizens of the town. “Miss Anne” will always be remembered for her beautiful smile, and her great sense of humor. She always enjoyed life and lived it to the fullest.

In addition to her parents, Mrs. Rivers was also preceded in death by her husband, Stephen Graydon Rivers, brothers, Edwin O., Michael Rhett Sr., W. Wright, and Perry T. Macomson; and sisters, Margaret Macomson, and Mary Ellerbe.

Mrs. Rivers is survived by her daughter, Anne Walton Rivers, of Charlotte, N.C.; also by numerous nieces and nephews on both the Rivers and Macomson sides of her family.

For those who wish to honor Mrs. Rivers with memorial gifts, her family suggests Hospice of Chesterfield County, P.O. Box 293, Chesterfield, S.C. 29709 or Chesterfield Cemetery Association, P.O. Box 388, Chesterfield, S.C. 29709 or to a church or charity of one’s choice.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Rivers family.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Oct. 6, 2011.

Edgar Tillman Quick

PATRICK — Edgar Tillman Quick, 84, died Oct. 2, 2011.

Funeral services were held Oct. 4 at St. John Free Will Baptist Church. Burial followed in Chatham Hill Memorial Gardens. Visitation was held Oct. 3 at the funeral home.

Mr. Quick was born Aug. 27, 1927, in Chesterfield County, a son of the late Monroe and Lula Hewitt Quick. He was a retired painting contractor and a U.S. Army Veteran of WWII. Mr. Quick was a member of St. John Free Will Baptist Church. He enjoyed fishing, gardening, driving his tractor, and farming. In addition to his parents, Tillman was also preceded in death by two brothers; L.C. and Bobby Ray Quick; and four sisters; Lula Mae Polson, Faye McLain, Catherine Chavis, and Viola Roscoe.

Edgar is survived by wife, Doris Polson Quick, of the home; sons, Rev. Johnny (Betty Sue) Quick of Society Hill and Tony (Linda) Quick of Cheraw; daughter, Dianne (Jimmy) Lisenby of Patrick; also 11 grandchildren and 25 great grandchildren.

Memorials may be made to St. John Free Will Baptist Church, 1843 St. John Church Road, Patrick, S.C. 29584 or Hospice of Chesterfield County, P.O. Box 293, Chesterfield, S.C. 29709.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home of Chesterfield served the Quick family.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Oct. 6, 2011.

Sue Lisenby

Sue Gainey Lisenby, age 70, died Friday, September 30, 2011, at her home.

A funeral service was held on Tuesday, Oct. 4, 2011, at Hopewell Baptist Church. Interment followed in the church cemetery.

Visitation was Monday evening, Oct. 3, 2011, at Miller- Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home of Chesterfield, S.C. Mrs. Lisenby was born Jan. 14, 1941, in Cheraw, S.C., a daughter of the late Dock Main and Lila Tyner Gainey. She was a graduate of Cheraw High School, and was an employee of Highland Industries for the past 50 years. Sue was a member of Hopewell Baptist Church. In addition to her parents, Sue was also preceded in death by her husband, William Luther Lisenby.

Survivors include: two sons, Kenny Lisenby and J. W. (Doris) Lisenby of Chesterfield; one brother, Dock M. Gainey Jr. of Katy, Texas; six grandchildren, Tonya Lisenby Hendley, Josh Lisenby, Jay Lisenby, Eric Hewitt, Shane Hewett, and Mandy Hewett Davis; 10 great grandchildren, Ian, Luke, and Seth Hendley, Anna Jo and Zack Lisenby, Delaney Hewett, Justin and Chloe Hewett, and Cassi and Kane Davis.

Memorials may be made to the Hopewell Baptist Church “Food For Kids Fund,” 15066 Hwy. 9, Chesterfield, S.C. 29709

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home of Chesterfield is served the Lisenby Family.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Oct. 6, 2011.

Gerald E. “Toby” Roose

Gerald E. “Toby” Roose, 69, of Cheraw, died Wednesday, Sept. 28, 2011. Born in Warren, Mich., he was a son of the late J. Emery and Elizabeth Reich Roose.

The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 8, at 108 Virginia Ave., Cheraw, S.C.

A memorial service will be held at a later date in Michigan. Roose was retired from Cooper Weller Wirewrap in Cheraw and Coffing Hoist, Wadesboro, N.C. He enjoyed fishing with his grandsons, Carsen and Grant, gardening and playing cards.

Surviving is his wife, Nancy K. Roose of Cheraw; daughters, Holly (Roy) Nilsen of Boca Raton, Fla., and Heather Roose of Lauderdale by the Sea, Fla.; grandchildren, Carsen and Grant Nilsen of Boca Raton; a brother, Larry (Virginia) Roose of LeRoy, Mich.; and a sister, Catherine (Rod) Adams of Baldwin, Mich. He was preceded in death by his brother Edward Reich, Calumet, Mich.

Memorials may be made to: Paws and Claws, 467 Goodale Road, Chesterfield, S.C. 29709 

Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Oct. 6, 2011.

William A. Seel Jr.

MURRELLS INLET — William A. Seel Jr., 66, died Sept. 28, 2011.

Funeral services were held Sept. 30 at the Baker/Reid cabin. A graveside service was held Oct. 1 at Old St. David’s Cemetery, Cheraw.

William was the son of Mabel B. Seel, of Greenwood, and the late William A. Seel Sr. Mr. Seel was a member of Belin United Methodist Church, Murrells Inlet. He enjoyed golfing, fishing and hunting.

William is survived by his wife Renie B. Seel of Murrells Inlet; daughters, Patricia Seel of Garden City, Alice Seel of Murrells Inlet; sister, Amy S. Doares of Greenwood; grandchildren Ashton and Peyton Taylor of Garden City.

Memorials may be made to AFLAC Children’s Foundation, 1687 Tullie Circle NE, Atlanta, Ga. 30329 or Belin United Methodist Church, 4183 Hwy. 17 Business, Murrells Inlet, S.C. 29576, St. David’s Cemetery Assoc., P.O. Box 1196, Cheraw, S.C., or a charity of choice.

Kiser Funeral Home served the Seel family.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Oct. 6, 2011.

Fred Atkinson

Fred Atkinson, 78, died Wednesday, Sept. 28, 2011. Born in Hartsville, S.C., he was a son of the late John F. and Florence Louisa Dixon Atkinson.

A funeral was held Sunday, Oct. 2, at the Latter Days Saints Church in Cheraw, S.C. Burial was in the LDS Cemetery, Society Hill, S.C.

Mr. Atkinson was a U.S. Air Force veteran. He was a retired real estate broker. He also was a retired construction estimator and accountant. Fred was an avid reader and genealogist. He enjoyed life and was a wonderful example in sharing his faith. He loved his family and being with people. He was a great supporter of people in need and had a loving and caring spirit.

He is survived by several nieces and nephews and many great nieces and nephews.

Memorials may be made to: 46 mommas.com, a foundation for children with cancer, or the LDS Cemetery Fund, 1607 State Road, Cheraw, S.C. 29520. 

Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Oct. 6, 2011.

Fred Lee “Big Boy” White Jr

CHESTERFIELD — Fred Lee “Big Boy” White Jr., 87, died Oct. 2, 2011.

A graveside service was held Oct. 5 at 2 p.m. at Chatham Hill Memorial Gardens, Cheraw. Visitation followed the service at the cemetery.

Mr. White was born May 7, 1924, in Chesterfield, a son of the late Fred Lee White, Sr. and Annie Hunt White. He was a U.S. Navy Veteran of the Korean War. Fred was a retired carpet and rug dealer, and enjoyed fishing and gardening. He was a member and Deacon at Bay Springs Baptist Church. In addition to his parents, Fred was also preceded in death by his wives, Margaret Watson White and Juanita L. White, and by his brother, Dean White.

Fred is survived by sons, Richard Lee (Harriett) White of Armuchee, Ga., and Kenneth Wayne (Ronda) White of Kinards; daughters, Irene White (Mitchell) Martin of Georgetown, and Wanda White (Earl) Taylor of Greensboro, N.C.; also seven grandchildren.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the White family.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Oct. 6, 2011.

Lisa Christmas Rayfield

JEFFERSON — Lisa Christmas Rayfield, 47, died Sept. 28, 2011.

Funeral services were held Oct. 1 at High Point Baptist Church. Burial followed in the church cemetery. Visitation was prior to the service in the Church Family Life Center.

Mrs. Rayfield was born Dec. 4, 1963, in Lancaster, a daughter of Jean Johnson Strunck and the late John William “Pete” Christmas. She attended Lancaster Schools and was a clerk with Carolina Convenience Store. Lisa was a member of Union Baptist Church. In addition to her father, Lisa was also preceded in death by a granddaughter Bianca Laney.

Lisa is survived by husband Robert V. “Rabbit” Rayfield of the home; daughters, Tonya Rayfield and Terri Rayfield of Jefferson; six grandchildren, Devin Hill, Kendall, Hailey, Leia, Isaac, and Julian Griffin; mother and father-in-law, Jean and Gary Strunck of Rock Hill; halfsister, Sherry Christmas of Lancaster; mother-in-law, Louise Nichols of Pageland.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Rayfield family.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Oct. 6, 2011.

Carolyn Wallace Crowley

PATRICK — Carolyn Wallace Crowley, 56, died Sept. 28, 2011.

A memorial service was held Sept. 30 at 6 p.m. at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation was held prior to the service at the funeral home.

Crowley was born May 6, 1955, in Cheraw, a daughter of the late Paul J. Wallace Sr. and Janie Mae Dixon Wallace. She was a former CNA and retired as housekeeping/laundry supervisor at Cheraw Healthcare. In addition to her parents, Carolyn was also preceded in death by a brother James Edward Wallace. Carolyn is survived by husband, Caston L. Crowley Sr., of the home; son, Caston “Porky” Crowley Jr. (Melanie) of Chesterfield; daughters, Toni (Chris) Spivey and Nickie (Bubba) Wallace both of Cheraw; five grandchildren, Mara Shaine and Aden Crowley, Reagan and Abigail Spivey, and Cody Mac Wallace; brother, Paul (Linda) Wallace, Jr. of Gibson, NC; sisters, Ratliff of Cheraw, Ann Caulford of Ruby, Cathy Andy) Wright of Pageland, Sherry Wallace and Patricia (Wesley) Davis of Chesterfield, Betty Jo (Lonnie) Hatchell of Rockingham, N.C. and Bernice Bowling of Cheraw.

Memorials may be made to Cheraw Healthcare “Activity Fund,” P.O. Box 967, Cheraw, S.C. 29520.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Crowley family.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Oct. 6, 2011.

Wilton Eskridge

MARION — Wilton Eskridge, 90, died Sept. 26, 2011.

Funeral services were held Sept. 28 at Marion Presbyterian Church. Burial followed in Chatham Hill Memorial Gardens located in Cheraw. Visitation was held Sept. 27 at Richardson Funeral Home in Marion.

Mr. Wilton Eskridge beloved husband of Betty L. Eskridge, a son of the late John Washington and Cora Clodfelter Eskridge of Cheraw. Mr. Eskridge was a U.S. Naval veteran of WW II. He was a 1949 honor graduate of the Clemson College School of Engineering with a Bachelor of Science degree in civil engineering. He received the highest honors of any graduate in engineering. He was a member of the Tau Beta Phi, national honorary engineering fraternity, Phi Kappa Phi, national honorary fraternity, and a member of the American Society of Civil Engineering. Mr. Eskridge was a founding partner of Eskridge, Long and Associates. His company built numerous restaurants, schools, textile mills, and churches along the East Coast a period of 55 years. He is also a current owner of E & L Rentals and Hardware Inc. He loved his work and the people he worked with.

Mr. Eskridge was an active member of Marion Presbyterian Church for 54 years where he served as a deacon and elder. He was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. He loved spending time at his beach house at Shallotte Inlet, N.C. The study of family genealogy was a passion for him, as a member of the National Society of Washington Family Descendants.

Wilton is survived by his beloved wife of 36 years; Betty Love Eskridge; daughters, Franbeth (Baxter) Beeson of Marion; Barbara (Warren) Montgomery of Florence; Victoria (Ronnie) Nesbit of Mullins; grandchildren, Andrew (Holly) Beeson of Lexington, S.C.; Allison (Dale) Cosper of Chapin, S.C.; Will (Crystal) Eskridge of Marion; Paul (Ashleigh) Beeson of Davidson, N.C.; Craig Pulley of Marion, Steve Montgomery of Boca Raton, Fla.; also, step-son, Rick Huneycut of Locust, N.C.; and step-grandchildren Joanne and Allen Huneycut. He is survived by seven precious great-grandchildren; Will and Katherine Cosper; Paige, Lauren, and Claire Eskridge; Drew Beeson; and Baxter Beeson.

Mr. Eskridge is survived by one brother, Ernest (Emma Rae) Eskridge of Cheraw; He was preceded in death by one son, Michael Eskridge; brothers, Ribble Eskridge, John Eskridge, Kimsey Eskridge, Frank Eskridge, Henry Eskridge, and Tommy Eskridge; sisters, Cora E. Ousley, Elizabeth E. Cain, and Treva E. Burn..

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Marion Presbyterian Church, P.O. Box 186, Marion, S.C. 29571 or to Pee Dee Academy, P.O. Box 449, Mullins, S.C. 29574.

Richardson Funeral Home of Marion served the Eskridge family.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Oct. 6, 2011.

Betty Jean Blakeney

PAGELAND — Betty Jean Blakeney, 70, died, Aug. 25, 2011.

Funeral services were held Sept. 3 at Salem United Methodist Church, Pageland.

Burial followed in the church cemetery.

Ms. Betty Jean Blakeney, daughter of the late Faderson and Perlener Mangum Blakeney was born June 21, 1941, in Monroe, N.C.

Betty Jean was a member of Salem United Methodist Church, Pageland. She served on various auxiliaries within the church as well as different auxiliaries outside of the church. Some of those auxiliaries consisted of the usher board, adult choir, Salem Gospel Singers and the United Methodist Women. Betty worked for the Union County public school system. She was also the loving caretaker of her parents.

Betty was the family matriarch to a host of loving cousins. She was also the family historian, always willing to give an account of our family heritage dating back numerous decades. Betty never met a stranger and everyone was known to her as, “Cuz.”

Betty is survived by an aunt, Mary Lizzie Montgomery of Concord, N.C.; and a host of cousins and friends.

Flemming Funeral Home served the Blakeney family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 6A, Thursday, Oct. 13, 2011.

Tyler Preston Ford

CHERAW — Tyler Preston Ford, died Aug. 29, 2011.

Funeral services were held Sept. 1 at Foundry Hill Cemetery. Burial followed in the cemetery.

Tyler Preston Ford was the son of Ashley Douglas and Preston Ford.

Tyler is survived by his parents, Ashley Douglas and Preston Ford; grandparents, Sharon Bronson, Cheraw, Freddie Douglas, Bennettsville, Carl and Cheryl Ford, Chesterfield; great grandmothers, Cora Ford, Chesterfield, and Shirley Jean McCloyd, Cheraw; an aunt, Tonya (Ricky) Caudle, High Point, N.C.; uncles, Terris Parson, Cheraw, Kenny Douglas, Myrtle Beach, Carl Ford Jr., and Derrick Ford, both of Chesterfield; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Flemming Funeral Home served the Ford family.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 6A, Thursday, Oct. 13, 2011.

Pauline Rosetta Brewer

JEFFERSON — Pauline Rosetta Brewer, 87, died Aug. 29, 2011.

Funeral services were held Sept. 3 at Wesley Chapel United Methodist Church, Pageland. Burial was held in the church cemetery.

Mrs. Pauline Rosetta Brewer was born in Anson County, N.C., on March 20, 1924, to the late Cary Lee Matthews and Callie Blackwell Matthews.

Pauline attended the Anson County public school system and graduated from J.R. Faison High School. She received her B.S. Degree in elementary education from Fayetteville State University in Fayetteville, N.C., and post graduate studies at South Carolina State University, Orangeburg, S.C.

Miss Pauline, as she was affectionately called, taught for over 40 years in the Chesterfield County public school system. She began her teaching career at White Plains Elementary School in Jefferson and served her final years at Jefferson Elementary School in Jefferson.

Miss Pauline was very dedicated to teaching, and made sure that all her students in the first grade could proficiently read and write prior to being promoted. She took an in-depth personal interest in each student. Miss Pauline had a firm but very compassionate nature in her teaching skills.

Miss Pauline was a loyal and dedicated member of Hopewell United Methodist Church in Jefferson. Over the years, she taught Sunday school, served as Communion Steward, held offices with the Women’s Society of Christian Service and held several other offices. She loved the Lord Jesus Christ and was faithfully ready to serve Him at all times.

Miss Pauline was married to the late Mr. Dorsey B. Miller Sr. and from this union Dorsey B. Miller Jr. was born. After the passing of Mr. Dorsey B. Miller Sr., she married Mr. Napoleon B. Brewer of Black Mountain, N.C. She joined her husband’s church, Wesley Chapel United Methodist Church, Pageland. Mr. Napoleon B. Brewer preceded his wife in death on March 11, 2001.

She leaves to cherish fond memories, a son, Dorsey B. Miller Jr. (Constance) of Charlotte, N.C.; sisters, Beatrice Marshall of Washington, D.C., Dorothy Patterson (Pat) of Hickory, N.C., and Thomasena Shaw of Charlotte, N.C.; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Flemming Funeral Home served the Brewer family.   Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Oct. 13, 2011.

Mary Lou Hickmon Funderburk

2011. CROGHAN — Mary Lou Hickmon Funderburk, 53, died Sept. 6, 2011.

Funeral services were held Sept. 10 at Black Creek Missionary Baptist Church, Mt. Croghan. Burial followed in the church cemetery.

Ms. Mary Lou Hickmon Funderburk was born in Lee County, S.C., on Jan. 11, 1958, to Sammie Lee Hickmon Sr. and the late Rev. Mary Lee McCray Hickmon.

Mary attended the Chesterfield County public school system and graduated from Pageland High School in 1978. She later earned her nursing degree from Chesterfield Marlboro Technical College, Cheraw. She worked in the textile industry at one time and was currently employed by Tyson Food in Monroe, N.C.

Lou was a loyal and dedicated member of Black Creek Missionary Baptist Church in Mount Croghan. Over the years she served as Sunday school superintendent, Sunday school secretary, missionary, pastor’s aide and choir member. Lou loved the Lord Jesus Christ and was faithfully ready to serve Him at all times.

Mary is survived by a daughter, Lee Ann Robinson, Jefferson; sons, Daniel Funderburk (Ashley) and James Floyd Funderburk, Jr. (Michelle) both of Jefferson; a step daughter, Shanyka Robinson (David), Jefferson; father, Sammie Lee Hickmon Sr., Pageland; sisters, Lillie Mae Redfearn, Betty Jo Miller both of Pageland, Elizabeth Berian (Larry), Colorado Springs, Colo., Elouise Crawford (Heyward), Lancaster, and Sara Hickmon, Charlotte, N.C.; brothers, Sammie Hickmon Jr. (Michelle), J.B. Hickmon (Teresa), John Hickmon all of Pageland, and Joe Hickmon (Felecia), Jefferson; nine grandchildren; aunts, Vicy Parrott and Patti Davis both of Bishopville; uncles; Willie Lee Hickmon, Ulysses Hickmon, both of Bishopville and Junior McCray, Richmond, VA; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Mary was preceded in death by her mother, Rev. Mary Lee Hickmon, a brother, David Hickmon and a granddaughter, Nakaila Pinkney.

Flemming Funeral Home served the Funderburk family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Oct. 13, 2011.

Sharon Elizabeth Ingram

CHERAW — Sharon Elizabeth Ingram, 44, died Aug. 31, 2011.

Funeral services were held Sept. 4 at Pleasant Grove A.M.E. Zion Church, Cheraw. Burial followed in the church cemetery.

Ms. Sharon Elizabeth Ingram was born Oct. 25, 1966, to her parents, James and Mable Watts Ingram. Sharon accepted Christ at an early age and joined McClain Grove Baptist Church, Chesterfield. Later in life, she joined Pleasant Grove A.M.E. Zion Church, Cheraw. She dedicated her life to Christ in March 2011.

Sharon was employed with Stanley Tools of Cheraw until her health began to decline. She was a devoted companion, loving mother, and grandmother who enjoyed life to the fullest.

Sharon is survived by loving companion, Arvada Merriman Sr.; a daughter, Patrice Monchel Merriman, Greensboro; a son, Arvada Merriman Jr. of the home; two granddaughters, Adriyanna Kamya Ingram and KaLeah Yikira Ingram; parents, James and Mable Ingram, Cheraw; sisters, Debra Jenkins (Dwight), Cheraw, and Rev. Wanda Cassidy (Dennis), Cheraw; a brother, James Ingram Jr. (Tammy), Patrick; the Merriman family, Royce L. Merriman, Chesterfield, Cynthia Rice, Cheraw, Wallace D. Merriman (Tracy), Marvin Merriman, Royce L. Merriman Jr., all of Cheraw, and Lorenzo Merriman (Vivian), Bennettsville; and a host of cousins, other relatives and friends.

Flemming Funeral Home served the Ingram family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Oct. 13, 2011.

Ola (Jean) Kelly Avant

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Ola (Jean) Kelly Avant, 58, died Sept. 24, 2011.

Funeral services were held Sept. 30 at St. Luke Missionary Baptist Church, Charlotte. Burial followed in Sunset Memory Gardens, Charlotte.

Ola was born in Lancaster County on Sept. 12, 1953, to James McCoy and the late Katherine Welch. Ola was raised by grandparents Baxter and Easter Welch. Ola attended Pageland High School, later she moved north to Washington, D.C., and finished high school and several college courses. She was employed by the IRS for many years until her lung transplant in March 2008.

Ola was an active member of the Gospel Chorus at Antioch Baptist Church in Washington, D.C., where she met and married her current husband, Albert J. Avant Sr. In 2008, they relocated to Indian Trail, N.C., and attended St. John’s Chapel Primitive Baptist Church.

Her interests included family, gardening, music, and reading. She devoted much of her time and energy as a caregiver to her grandchildren.

Mrs. Avant is survived by her husband, Albert J. Avant Sr.; sons, Marcus and Kenny; a daughter, Shannell (Terrance); stepsons, Albert Jr. (Lori) and Alex (Aziza); a stepdaughter, Nicole (Tracy); father, James McCoy; five grandchildren, Clarice, TeyJohnn, Demarria, Jaylin and Johnnaiya; 16 step grandchildren; a great grandchild; nine brothers, Billy (Linda) Welch, Roosevelt (Tina) Welch, Willie (Saundra) Welch, Tim (Catherine) McCoy, Willie B. McCoy, Jerry (Cynthia) McCoy, Job (Shanika) McCoy, Randy (Kathy) Welch and James (Vanessa) McCoy, Jr.; six sisters, Athelene McManus, Pearl (Frank) Love, Marie (Curtis) Hughes, Karen (Aaron) Lockhart, Mae Robinson and Sarah McCoy; two brothers-in-law, Dr. Bernard (Jewell) Avant and Oscar (Diane) Avant; special “mom” Johnnie Smith; several nephews, nieces, cousins and a host of other family relatives and friends.

Flemming Funeral Home served the Avant family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Oct. 13, 2011.

Clemson Allen Sr.

PAGELAND — Clemson Allen Sr., 70, died Sept. 26, 2011.

Funeral services were held Oct. 1 at The Clyburn Center, Pageland. Burial followed at Oro United Methodist Church Cemetery, Pageland.

Clemson Allen Sr., son of the late Charlie and Etta Burch Allen, was born in Chesterfield County on June 26, 1941. Clemson, better known as “Sonny,” was married to the late Rosa Lee Gainey Allen for 40 years. During this union, they had six wonderful children. Clemson was a hardworking man for more than 25 years at the Challenger Electric Company in Pageland.

Clemson was well known by many people in many different places. Before his illness, he helped the young and old people in the community.

Clemson is survived by his children, Marion Myers, Pageland, Cynthia Lockhart (Scottie), Jefferson, Meshell Blakeney (Billy), Jefferson, Clemson Allen Jr., Pageland, Lamont Allen (Ann), Pageland, Thomas Allen (Cholé), Columbia, S.C., Lennette Knight (Kelly), Pageland, Sonya Simpson, Raleigh, N.C., and Matthew Smith, Pageland; brothers, Truman Chopman, Charlotte, N.C., Charlie Allen (Mary), Pageland, Louis Allen (Hattie) Pageland and Ronnie Allen, Pageland; sisters, Myrtle Nicholson, Etta Mae Burch (Francis), Rebecca McCray, Elise Jordan (Robert) and Eliza Allen all of Pageland; 17 grandchildren, five great grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Flemming Funeral Home served the Allen family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Oct. 13, 2011.

Roger Dale Braswell

THOMASVILLE, N.C. — Roger Dale Braswell, 60, of Thomasville, died Sept. 25, 2011.

Funeral services were held Sept. 29 in the chapel of Cumby Family Funeral Service, Archdale. Burial followed in Floral Garden Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation was held Sept. 28 at the funeral home.

Born Oct. 12, 1950, he was the son of the late Merle Rayvon and Pauline Mavis Andrews Braswell. In addition to his parents, Roger was also preceded in death by his son, Robby Braswell, a grandson, Ricky Braswell, and two brothers, Bobby Braswell and Wesley Braswell.

Roger was a loving husband, and a terrific father, grandfather, brother and uncle. He loved riding his Harley Davidson motorcycle and fishing. He also enjoyed Hot Rods, the long trips that he took while workingas a truck driver for Estes Express Trucking Service in Greensboro.

On Feb. 15, 1980, he married the former Nona Lee, who survives of the home; sons, David Braswell of Thomasville, Ricky Braswell (Marie) of Myrtle Beach, and Rodney Braswell of Thomasville; his step-mother, Donna Braswell of Thomasville; 11 grandchildren, Hunter, Felicia, Kayla, David, Natalie, Alyssa, Karyssa, Regina, Richard, Damryn, and Ricky, Jr. Braswell; sisters, Merlene McNeil (Doyle) of Kernersville, Anita Stewart (John) of Archdale, Debbie Finney (Dale) of Lexington, and Judy Bennet, of Lexington; a step-brother, Joey Idol and wife (Tammy) of Trinity; three step-sisters, Peggy Starnes of Salisbury, Renita Ray (Greg) of Trinity, and Zondra Ayers of Thomasville; God daughter, Dale Lett of Patrick.

Cumby Funeral Home served the Braswell family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Oct. 13, 2011.

George Wilson Chavis

BENNETTSVILLE — George Wilson Chavis, 90, died Sunday, Oct. 2, 2011.

Funeral services were held Oct. 5 at Ebenezer United Methodist Church, Bennettsville. Burial followed in the Chavis Cemetery. Visitation was Oct. 4 at Kiser Funeral Home, Cheraw.

Born in Bennettsville, George was a son of the late Jessie B. and Beulah Chavis. He was a World War II Army Veteran. Mr. Chavis was a member of Ebenezer United Methodist Church. He enjoyed all racing.

He is survived by his wife, Margaret Steen Chavis of Wallace; a son, Jimmy Chavis of Orangeburg, daughters, Joyce McQuage of Darlington, Marlene Rowe of Suffolk, England, six grandchildren in the US and three grandchildren in England, 11 great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents listed above and brothers, Jams Hood Chavis and Blain Chavis.

Kiser Funeral Home served the Chavis family.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Oct. 13, 2011.

Evelyn Pittman Knight

JEFFERSON — Evelyn Pittman Knight, 81, died Oct. 5, 2011.

Funeral services were held Oct. 8 at Jefferson Church of God. Burial followed in the Jefferson Town Cemetery. Visitation was Oct. 7 at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home, Chesterfield.

Mrs. Knight was born Aug. 10, 1930, in Jefferson, a daughter of the late Claude Alexander and Elizabeth Oliver Pittman.

She was a retired employee of Caro-Knit with more than 30 years of service. Evelyn was a member of Jefferson Church of God. In addition to her parents, Evelyn was also preceded in death by her husband, Andrew “Abe” Knight; five brothers, Edward, Robert, Hearld, James, and J.W. Pittman; and by a sister, Ola Pipkins.

Evelyn is survived by son, Gary (Sheila) Pittman of Jefferson; brothers, Johnny (Helen) Pittman of High Point, N.C., and Paul Pittman of Salisbury, N.C.; sisters, Bonnie Gibson and Willie McCorkle of Fort Mill.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Knight family.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Oct. 13, 2011.

Iona Adams Gaskins Molaro

CHESTERFIELD — Iona Adams Gaskins Molaro, 78, died Oct. 7, 2011.

Funeral services were held Oct. 10 at Miller-Rivers- Caulder Funeral Home Chapel. Burial followed in the David’s Grove Baptist Church Cemetery. Visitation was held Oct. 10, prior to the service at the funeral home.

Mrs. Molaro was born Feb, 11, 1933, in Chesterfield, a daughter of the late Bill A. and Kathleen Myers Adams. She was a retired employee of Chesterfield Manufacturing Co, and a member of David’s Grove Baptist Church. In addition to her parents, Iona was also preceded in death by her husbands, Jerry Gaskins and John Molaro; by five brothers, Dorsey, Murrie, Jerry, Lafond, and Olin Adams; and by two sisters, Ramona Cassidy and Margie Adams.

Iona is survived by son, Tommy (Jerry Lynn) Gaskins of Chesterfield; brother, Richard Adams of Chesterfield; sisters, Sylvia (Lloyd) Hancock and Janet (James) Strickland both of Chesterfield; also a number of nieces and nephews.

Memorials may be made to Hospice of Chesterfield County, P.O. Box 293, Chesterfield, S.C. 29709.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Molaro family.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Oct. 13, 2011.

Doris Davis Shaw

CHESTERFIELD – Doris Davis Shaw, 85, died Oct. 21, 2011.

Funeral services were held Oct. 23 at Pine Grove Baptist Church Chapel. Burial followed in the church cemetery. Visitation was held Oct. 22 at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home.

Mrs. Shaw was born August 31, 1926, in Chesterfield, a daughter of the late John Murray Davis, Sr. and Viola Cranford Davis. She was a retired seamstress and a homemaker. Mrs. Shaw was a member of Pine Grove Baptist Church. In addition to her parents, Doris was also preceded in death by her husband, James C. Shaw; a son and daughter-in-law, Johnny and Jo Shaw; a daughter, Bonnie Jean Shaw; a grandson, John Thomas Rivers; and by 3 brothers, Bealer, John M., and Gene Davis.

Doris is survived by sons, Jack Shaw of Asheville, NC and Jimmy Shaw of Hartsville; daughters: Carol S. (Gerry) Rivers and Doris S. (J.W.) Lisenby of Chesterfield; brother, W. L. (Kate) Davis of West Columbia; sisters, Gladys D. Kelly, Helen D. Moore, and Lib D. Guinn all of Chesterfield; 7 grandchildren, Lisa (Ricky) Hancock, Eric (Tammy) Hewett, Scott (Tara) Rivers, Shane Hewett, Angela (Rick) Hays, Jodie (Dan) Allen, and Mandy Davis, 13 great grandchildren, Anne Hancock, Garrett Hancock, Taylor Rivers, Paiten Rivers, Sydney Allen, Riley Allen, Hannah Harpe, Delaney Hewett, Cassidy Davis, Kane Davis, Justin Hewett, Chloe Hewett, and Madison Bateman.

Memorials may be made to Hospice of Chesterfield County, P.O. Box 293, Chesterfield, S.C. 29709

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Shaw family.   Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Oct. 27, 2011.

Billie Jervis “Jerry” Collins

BENNETTSVILLE – Billie Jervis “Jerry” Collins, Sr., 78, died Oct. 16, 2011.

Funeral services were held Oct. 19 at Thomas Memorial Baptist Church. The committal service was held in Sunset Memorial Park.

Born in Marlboro County, a son of the late Raeford and Ruby Hammond Collins. He was an Air Force veteran of the Korean Conflict and was a retired mechanic with Crown Cork and Seal. He was a member and Deacon of Thomas Memorial Baptist Church. He was a member of Marlboro Masonic Lodge #88 A.F.M.

Jerry is survived by wife, Barbara McDonald Collins, Bennettsville, children, Cindy Deaver (Kip) of Bennettsville, Lynn Gliarmis of Hartsville, Billie J. Collins, Jr., (Lee) of Florence and William Mark Collins (Vickie) of Willow Springs, NC; brothers, Walker C. Collins, (Janet) of Hamlet, NC and Bennie Ray Collins, (Sarah) of Bennettsville; sister, Judy Ormsby (Leemon) of Hamlet, NC; 7 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren.

 Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Oct. 27, 2011.

Cynthia Ashe

FREDERICKSBURG, VA – Cynthia Ashe, 45, died Oct. 11, 2011.

A memorial service was held Oct. 15 in the chapel of Covenant Funeral Home, Fredericksburg, Va.

Cynthia was born to Barbara Ford and Thomas Ashe on April 28, 1966 in Cheraw.

She was a delighted, playful and pleasurable child. She was one of the first students to be accepted to The School of Engineer and Science of Philadelphia. Cynthia was the life of family events with her shinning smile and gift to gab. To say the least, she was the informant of the family. Cynthia is survived by her children, Ciara Ashe, La’Quan and Safera Pegues; grandchildren, Anthony Kemp, Londyn Pegues and Jada Ashe; siblings, Barbara, William, Shirley and Danny Ashe; host of nieces and nephews; other family and friends.

Covenant Funeral Home served the Ashe family.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Oct. 27, 2011.

Sam Dixon Jr.

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. – Sam Dixon Jr., 82, died on Oct. 12, 2011.

Funeral services were held Oct. 21 at the Russell Funeral Home Chapel, Winston-Salem, NC. Burial followed in Evergreen Cemetery. Visitation was held prior to the service at the funeral home.

Sam was born on June 27, 1929 in Chesterfield to the late Sam Dixon and Annie Hillian Dixon. With the joining of these two families their children totaled 26, who all preceded him in death.

Sam was converted at an early age and joined Drucilla AME Zion Church in Chesterfield. He married Floretta McFarlin and to this union four children were born. Sam and his family moved to Winston-Salem, NC in 1958. He later joined and was baptized at St. Stephens Baptist Church. He worked for Hanes Dye and Finishing Company for 30 plus years until he retired. Sam loved to work in his garden until his health failed. He gave freely his yielding to his family and friends.

Mr. Dixon was also preceded in death by his daughter, Linda D. Lampkin; grandson, Joe L. Dixon, Jr.

Sam is survived by sons, Samuel L. Dixon and Joe Larry Dixon (Cynthia) of Winston-Salem, NC; daughter, Lilly Arlene Dixon-Moorer (Arthur) of Sacramento, CA; a devoted nephew, John A. Malloy (Geraldine) and family of Chesterfield; eleven grandchildren; twenty-three greatgrandchildren; five great-great-grandchildren; his former wife, Floretta Gregory of Sacramento, CA; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Russell Funeral Home, Winston-Salem, NC served the Dixon family.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Oct. 27, 2011.

Esther M. Assef

CHERAW — Esther M. Assef, 94, died Oct. 8, 2011.

A graveside service was held Oct. 10 at in Old St. David’s Cemetery, Cheraw. Visitation was held in the Family Life Center of First Baptist Church, Cheraw, following the graveside service.

Born in Cheraw, Esther was a daughter of the late Daniel James and Annie Fowler McPherson. She was the widow of George Assef. She was a coordinator of the Cheraw Office of the Selective Service Board (Draft Board) and was an office assistant for Dr. I.S. Funderburk. She was a life long active member of First Baptist Church, Cheraw, SC. Mrs. Assef had served as Nursery Director and as GA Leader. During the summers she would volunteer and help with Vacation Bible School and youth camp. Two groups very important to Mrs. Assef were the members of her Sunday School Class and her Circle in the WMU. Mrs. Assef was primarily a homemaker. She was a loving and devoted wife, mother, and grandmother.

Esther is survived by her son, Leland Assef; daughter, Dana (Brian) Burch, three grandchildren, Paige Hill, Lee Assef, Graham Burch, a great grandchild, Sarah Hill all of Cheraw.

She was preceded in death by her parents and husband listed above; brothers, Franklin F. McPherson, Daniel J. McPherson, John E. McPherson, Hugh McPherson, Robert L. “Buck” McPherson; sisters, Ruth Funderburk, Evelyn Fisher, Cora McPherson and Annie Boyd.

Memorial may be made to Faith Christian Academy, 220 Greene St., Cheraw, S.C., or Connie Maxwell Children’s Home, Adams Campus, Box 251, Chesterfield, S.C. 29709

Kiser Funeral Home served the Assef family.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Oct. 27, 2011.

James E. “J.E.” Gainey Sr.

CHESTERFIELD — James E. “J.E.” Gainey Sr., age 86, died Oct. 20, 2011.

Funeral services were held Oct. 23 at St. John Free Will Baptist Church. Burial followed in the church cemetery. Visitation was held Oct. 22 at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home, Chesterfield.

Mr. Gainey was born May 25, 1925 in Patrick, a son of the late J.J. and Nora McLain Gainey. He was a former timber producer, former owner of Gainey’s Texaco, and retired from Pageland Screen Printers. J.E. was a member of St. John Free Will Baptist Church for the past 55 years, where he served as a former Deacon. He was a U.S. Army Veteran of WWII.

In addition to his parents, J.E. was also preceded in death by his wife, Evelyn Hill Gainey, and by four brothers; W. P., Erby, Bill, and M.J. Gainey.

James is survived by sons, sons: Caston (Kathy) Gainey of Smithville, MS, Carlton (Kitty) Gainey of Cheraw and James E. “Buddy” (Colleen) Gainey, Jr. of Melbourne, Fl; daughters: Drusilla J. (Doug) Hungerford of Hartsville and Cynthia (Ned) Mount of Salisbury, NC; brothers, Charlie Gainey of Kannapolis, NC and Redmond Gainey of Rock Hill; also 16 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Gainey family.   Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Oct. 27, 2011.

Lathaniel Wilkerson

CHESTERFIELD – Lathaniel Wilkerson, 77, died Oct. 21, 2011.

  Funeral services were held Oct. 24 at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home Chapel. Burial followed in the Ebenezer United Methodist Church Cemetery. Visitation was held Oct. 23 at the funeral

home.

Mr. Wilkerson was born April 28, 1934 in Patrick, a son of the late Mary Lee Wilkerson Joplin. He was a retired employee of Burlington Industries and a U. S. Army Veteran. Lathaniel was a member of Ebenezer United Methodist Church. In addition to his mother, Lathaniel was also preceded in death by a brother, Olin Wilkerson.

Lathaniel is survived by wife, Betty Hurst Wilkerson, of the home; son, Tony (Gina) Wilkerson of Chesterfield; daughter, Amanda (Steven) Moe of Little River; 4 grandchildren, Dylan and Tyler Moe and Trevor and Reagan Wilkerson; brother, Levern (Jean) Joplin of Ruby; nephew, Scott (Gail) Joplin of Cheraw; sister-in-law, Dot Wilkerson of Ruby.

Memorials may be made to Hospice of Chesterfield County, P.O. Box 293, Chesterfield, S.C. 29709 or Ebenezer United Methodist Church, c/o Dawn Rushing, 556 Watson Hill Lane, Chesterfield, S.C. 29709

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Wilkerson family.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Oct. 27, 2011.

Johnny Ray Robinson

CHESTERFIELD — Johnny Ray Robinson, 42, died Oct. 20, 2011.

Funeral services were held Oct. 24 at Word of Life Fellowship Church, Cheraw.

Mr. Johnny Ray Robinson was born to the late James and Sarah Robinson on Nov. 3, 1968, in Chesterfield County. Johnny recently rededicated his life to Christ at Word of Life Fellowship Church in Cheraw. He was a machine operator for 25 years. He was employed by Circle S. Inc., Pageland.

Johnny is survived by his fiancé, Daisy Baucom and sons, Jonathan and Jesse Brigman, all of Chesterfield; brothers, Richard (Beverly) Rivers, Cornelius (Lottie) Robinson, Jackie (MaryAnn) Robinson, Eugene Robinson, all of Chesterfield; sisters, Ella (Edward) Wright of Wingate, NC; Lottie (Edward) Dean of Chesterfield, Betsy (Alvin) Blakeney of Lancaster and Crystal Burch of Chesterfield.

Flemming Funeral Home served the Robinson family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Thursday, Nov. 3, 2011.

Brenda Davenport Hutchinson

CHERAW — Brenda Davenport Hutchinson, 64, died Oct. 27, 2011.

A memorial service was held Oct. 30 at Miller-Rivers- Caulder Funeral Home Chapel, Chesterfield. Visitation was held Oct. 29 at the residence.

Ms. Hutchinson was born Jan. 10, 1947, in Pelzer, a daughter of the late William Oliver Davenport and Janie Davis Davenport

McDonald. She was a graduate of Ellen Woodside High School and a retired employee of Cheraw Yarn Mill. In addition to her parents, Brenda was also preceded in death by her stepfather Clarence K. Mc-Donald.

Brenda is survived by daughters Carla (James) Allen of Chesterfield and Michelle H. (Brent) Reid of Mocksville, N.C.; stepdaughter, Bridgett H. (Barry) McLeod of Cheraw; six grandchildren, Erica, Karen and Hailey Hipps, and Adam Cassotis, and Colby and Carley Allen; brothers, Larry (Nancy) Davenport of Hartsville, Michael Davenport of Cheraw, Gene (Becky) McDonald, and Johnny (Chris) McDonald of Wallace.

Memorials may be made to Hospice of Chesterfield County, P.O. Box 293, Chesterfield, S.C. 29709.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Hutchinson family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Thursday, Nov. 3, 2011.

Lonnie Hamilton

CHERAW — Lonnie Hamilton, 60, died Oct. 14, 2011.

Funeral services were held Oct. 22 at Flemming Funeral Home Chapel, Chesterfield.

Burial followed in the Chesterfield Community Cemetery. Lonnie was born Feb. 6, 1951, to the late Oscar and Essie Little Hamilton in Chesterfield, S.C. He was married to his high school sweetheart, Bonnie Redfearn Hamilton, and she preceded him in death.

Lonnie was loved and respected by many. He was a loving father and grandfather. Lonnie had a passion for riding horses, cooking and especially music. He was a person to never turn anyone away when in need. He worked in construction and operated heavy equipment for many years.

Lonnie is survived by: daughter, Haititi Saran Wilson, Columbia; a son, Tabarus Hamilton (Tamara), Pageland; two special granddaughters, Madison Hamilton and Morgan Hamilton; sisters Betty Merriman, Cheraw, Myrtle (Cathy) Roberts, Atlanta, Ga., Vernisha Boyd, Charlotte, N.C., Elease Hyes, Baltimore, Md., Kentha Hamilton, Norfolk, Va., Louise McMullin, San Diego, Calif., and Cindy Hamilton, Norfolk, Va.; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Lonnie was also preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Oscar Hamilton, Artis Hamilton and McIver Hamilton; sisters, Sylatha Burton, Annie Pearl Roberts, Marie Hamilton and Ruby Hamilton Chapman.

Flemming Funeral Home served the Hamilton Family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Thursday, Nov. 3, 2011.

Velma Lizzie Chapman

CHESTERFIELD — Vellma Lizzie Chapman, 80, died Oct. 18, 2011.

Funeral services were held Oct. 23 at Fisher Hill Community Baptist Church, Cheraw.

Burial followed in St. James AME Zion Church Cemetery, Chesterfield.

Ms. Vellma Lizzie Chapman, daughter of the late Bennie and Lizzie Evans was born on Sept. 11, 1931, in Chesterfield. Vellma obtained her education at the Chesterfield Colored School, Chesterfield.

Vellma was united in holy matrimony to the late Burnest Chapman and to this union, a daughter Betty was born. Their family relocated to Brooklyn, New York, in 1950. She became a member of Zion Baptist Church, in Brooklyn. As a member, she was a deacon and sang on the Gospel Choir, where she served faithfully. During this time, Vellma was employed at Woodhall Hospital as an EKG technician in the cardiology department until retirement. She enjoyed serving in the medical field so much that after retirement she continued working at the local nursing home.

In 2003, Vellma returned home to South Carolina and joined Fisher Hill Community Baptist Church, Cheraw. She served as a deaconess and on the mother’s missionary board until her health declined.

Vellma is survived by daughter, Betty (Calvin Rivers); three grandsons, Burnest D. Rivers, Birmingham, AL, Joe RedfearnSr., Chesterfield, and Rashawn Rivers, Queens, N.Y.; six granddaughters, Tajuana A. River, Tasha Butler, Ebony Rivers all of Queens, NY, Teaneau Mack (Lenny) Atlanta, Ga., Aliah Rivers, Philadelphia, Penn., and Nakeya Jackson, Binghamton, N.Y.; eight great grandchildren, Jojuan Page, Queens, N.Y., JaQuan Rivers, Atlanta, Ga., Isaiah Rivers, Keonnie Rivers both of Bluefield, W.V., Joe RedfearnJr., Harvey Redfearn and Yazzman Redfearn all of

Chesterfield, Naysha Melton, Cheraw; a brother, Bennie P. Evans (Carolyn) Charlotte, N.C.; a sister, Mary Helen Evans, Chesterfield; a sister-in-law, Viola Nivens, Ruby; three very special nieces/caregivers, Etta R. Chapman, Cheraw, Barbara E. Watson and Vonnie A. Asher both of Chesterfield; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Flemming Funeral Home served the Chapman family  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Thursday, Nov. 3, 2011..

Clara Hall Cole

CHERAW — Clara Hall Cole, 90, died Oct. 28, 2011.

Funeral services were held Oct. 31 at Kiser Funeral Home, Cheraw. Visitation was held prior to the service at the funeral home.

Born in Broadway, N.C., she was a daughter of the late Alvy Lester and Effie Myrtle Bennett Hall. She was the widow of John Phillip Cole. She was a scholarship recipient to Meredith College. Mrs. Cole was highly instrumental in the establishment of Bethany Methodist Church in Hampton, Va. She was a member of Cheraw First United Methodist Church and the Kinsey Malloy Sunday School Class. Mrs. Cole was a wonderful cook and a beautiful seamstress. Mrs. Cole was co-owner, with her husband, of Cheraw Western Auto for more than 30 years.

Clara is survived by her daughter, Patricia (Hank) Cole Wilcox of Winston-Salem, N.C.; daughter-in-law, Genelle Cole of Cheraw; a brother, Max Hall; sisters, Vera Sloan, Mary Wall, Shirley Hall all of Sanford, N.C.; grandchildren, Jason (Kendra) Wilcox, Noelle (Michael) Butler, Emily (Guillaume) Lefebvre, Barton Cole, Bennett Cole; great grandchildren, Lyndsay and Anna Wilcox, Jackson and Davis Butler.

Clara was preceded in death by her parents and husband listed above and a son Phillip “Phil” Cole.

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the charity of your choice.

Kiser Funeral Home served the Cole family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Thursday, Nov. 3, 2011.

Clarissa Latonya Gaskins

RUBY — Clarissa Latonya Gaskins, 29, died Oct. 19, 2011.

Funeral services were held Oct. 24 at Mt. Elon United Methodist Church, Jefferson.

Clarissa Latonya Gaskins was born and raised in Chesterfield County to Mrs. Linda G. Burch and Otis Clyburn. She was a member of Angelus Chapel A.M.E. Zion Church and recently under the watch care at Rocky Branch Church in Kershaw County. She attended the Chesterfield County School District and graduated in 2001 from Central High School, Pageland. She also attended Northeastern Technical College and studied Early Childhood development, having a passion for children.

Clarissa was preceded in death by her grandfathers, James H. Gaskins and Arnold Lee Clyburn; grandmother, Lydia Clyburn; aunt, Charlene Gaskins; uncle, Anthony “Clyburn; sister, Bellany Clyburn.

Clarissa is survived by mother and step-father, Linda G. (George) Burch of Ruby, father, Otis Clyburn of Pageland; brother, Quentin K. Gaskins of Jefferson, grandmother, Frances Mae Gaskins; aunts, Brenda G. King of Jefferson, Patsy Gaskins of Charlotte, NC, Deb C. Tyson of Pageland, Dot (Roosevelt) Rutledge of Heath Springs; uncles, Pete (Linda) Gaskins of Jercy City, NJ, Lonnie (Sylvia) Gaskins, Timothy (Mary) Gaskins, Chris Gaskins and Terry Gaskins, all of Jefferson, Randy (Leatha) Clyburn and Artis Clyburn, both of Pageland; special niece, Zakeyiah Leach; a host of family and friends.

Flemming Funeral Home served the Gaskins family.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Thursday, Nov. 3, 2011.

Margaret Ligon Campbell

REIDSVILLE, N.C. — Margaret Ligon Campbell, 92, died Oct. 25, 2011.

The family received friends in the Fellowship Hall parlor of St. Paul United Methodist Church on Oct. 29 from 10 to 11 a.m., followed by the service in the church sanctuary at 11 a.m. with interment following in the Chesterfield Cemetery.

Mrs. Campbell was born on May 12, 1919, at home in the Greenbrier Community of Fairfield County, S.C. She was the daughter of the late Walter William and Ruby Platt Ligon and was the fifth born of seven sisters. She graduated from the University of South Carolina in 1939 and taught in Georgia and Florida before settling down in Chesterfield and marrying Harlan Campbell on July 4, 1948.

Mrs. Campbell retired from the Chesterfield County School System in 1976 after serving 32 years as a teacher and librarian in Chesterfield High School and Ruby Highand Elementary Schools where she was named STARTeacher of the Year, had the yearbook dedicated to her in 1967, and received the Chesterfield County Teacher’s Association Teacher Citizen Award in 1979. She was initiated into the Omicron Chapter of the Delta Kappa Gamma International Society in 1966 where she joined other distinctive women educators in spiritual fellowship and service. She was also a member of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Veterans of Foreign Wars.

Mrs. Campbell remained a dedicated member of St. Paul United Methodist Church all her life. She enjoyed being a member of the church women’s Amelia Craig Circle and was committed to being the counselor and spiritual leader of St. Paul’s youth group for 15 years.

Mrs. Campbell moved to Reidsville in 1988 to spend time with her grandchildren. She was welcomed into the love of Speedwell Presbyterian Church where she found many caring friends and attended for more than 15 years. Mrs. Campbell continued her community service after moving to Reidsville by being involved in four local nonprofit organizations

Surviving family members include her daughters, Diana Kaye Campbell of Winston-Salem, N.C., and Joye Campbell Donovant; husband, Johnny, of Reidsville; three grandsons, Jack Tyler ( Cyndi), of San Fransisco, Calif., Sam Tyler (Sarah), of Baltimore, Md., and Patrick Donovant of Reidsville; many loved and loving nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by her husband, Harlan Campbell of Chesterfield; six sisters: Abby Arrants and Ruby Castles of Columbia, Doris Mims of Summerton, and Mary Chapman, Alice Beckham, and Elizabeth Brown of Winnsboro.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Paul UMC, 305 W. Main St., Chesterfield, S.C. 29709; Chesterfield

Cemetery Association, P.O. Box 388, Chesterfield, S.C. 29709; Hospice Home of Rockingham County, 2150, Hwy. 65, Wentworth, N.C. 27375.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Campbell family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Thursday, Nov. 3, 2011.

Clifford Dale “Cliff” Light

PATRICK — Clifford Dale “Cliff” Light, 28, died Oct. 27, 2011.

A memorial service was held Nov.6 at St. John Free Will Baptist Church, Patrick. Visitation was held Nov. 6 at the church.

Mr. Light was born Dec. 20, 1982, in Moore County, N.C., a son of Chris Hagler and the late Richard Light. He worked in the heating and air conditioning industry.

Cliff is survived by fiancee, Kandyce Gibson Cail, of the home; daughters, Laney Light, of the home, Allison Light of Statesboro, Ga., and Brooklyn Mumford of Charlotte, N.C.; Stepsons: Joshua and Ashtin Cail, of the home; mother, Chris Hagler of Rockingham, N.C.; Adopted Father of the heart: Mike Barrington of Biscoe, N.C.; brother, David Light of Rockingham; sisters, Amy Sweatland, Misty Cook, Dawn Light, Jojo Light Prince, and Shelly Light all of Rockingham.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Bright family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Thursday, Nov. 10, 2011.

Ernest August Jansen

CHERAW — Ernest August Jansen died Nov. 1, 2011.

Funeral services were held in Davenport, Iowa, Nov. 8, at Weertz Funeral Home, followed with private family burial. Visitation was held Nov. 4 preceding a service at Kiser Funeral Home, Cheraw.

Mr. Ernest was born May 5, 1931, in Davenport, to Fred and Anna Nicklesen Jansen. He married Joyce Jeanette Fromm in Davenport on Dec. 19, 1952. Ernie served in the Air Force, earning the Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, and Occupational Medal.

Ernest spent most of his life farming, earning awards for outstanding corn crop growth. Ernie and Joyce raised three sons in Eldridge, Iowa, where he was active in youth baseball, scouting, and their church. They retired to Cheraw in 1986. Ernie was active in the VFW and American Legion, and served with the Chesterfield County Election Commission. He enjoyed fishing, golf, playing cards, gardening, dancing, and spending time with his family. He was an outstanding wood worker, making beautiful furniture and intricate wooden toys and vehicles.

Ernest was preceded in death by his parents and a grandson Christopher. He is survived by his beloved wife Joyce; sons, Steve Jansen of Harrisonville, Missouri (Shelley), Jeff Jansen of Bella Vista, Arkansas, and Jim Jansen of Davenport, Iowa; sister, Christa Hebbel of Davenport, Iowa. He also leaves five grandchildren, James and Jay Jansen, Stacy Jansen, Sarah Cummings, and Anna Cole, as well as eight great-grand children.

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be sent to Hospice of Chesterfield County, PO Box 293, Chesterfield, S.C., 29709 or the charity of your choice.

Kiser Funeral Home served the Jansen family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Thursday, Nov. 10, 2011.

Mamie Lee McQueen

ROCKINGHAM — Mamie Lee McQueen, 94, died Nov. 6, 2011.

Funeral services were held Nov. 12 at Saint Paul Missionary Baptist Church, Cheraw. Burial followed in the St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery, Cheraw.

Mrs. Mamie Lee McQueen, daughter of the late Richmond Lee and Ella Winchester Lee was born on July 6, 1917, in Cheraw. She was the youngest of 10 children born and reared in Cheraw.

Mamie was united in holy matrimony to Reverend Richard McQueen Sr. This union was blessed with two sons, Richard McQueen Jr. and Thurmond McQueen. They made their home and reared their children in Rockingham, N.C., where she resided until her death.

Mamie is survived by nine grandchildren, Faye, Deborah, Quinton, Robert, Albert, Donnell, Richard, Bernadette, Margaret; nieces, Naomi Jackson, Chesterfield and Geneva Wright, Hyattsville, Md.; nephews, Rev. Jasper Howard, Charlotte, N.C., and Charlie Lee, Jr., Yeadon, Pa.; a god son, Rev. Gary Jackson, Rockingham; her caretaker and great niece, Bonnie Jackson, Cheraw; and several generations of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Mamie was preceded in death by her husband, Rev. Richard McQueen Sr.; two sons, Richard and Thurmond; a granddaughter, Barbara Ann; nine siblings: Pink Lee, Cora Lee Howard, Beulah Lee Jackson, Josephine Lee, Richmond Lee Jr., Dollie Lee Gillespie, Robert Lee, Charlie Lee and Ella Lee.

Flemming Funeral Home served the McQueen family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 8A, Thursday, Thursday, Nov. 17, 2011.

Danny Lee Myers “Droop”

PAGELAND — Danny “Droop” Lee Myers, 53, died Nov. 5, 2011.

Funeral services were held Nov. 10 at The Clyburn Center, Pageland. Burial followed at Uro United Methodist Church Cemetery, Pageland.

Mr. Danny Lee Myers was born on Jan. 5, 1958, to Eva Mae Rogers and the late Henry Louis Blakeney Sr. Danny, better known as “Droop,” enjoyed working on cars. He spent the majority of his time at the race track and fishing. Danny’s other hobby was raising chickens.

Danny was employed with Conbraco Industries for 34 years. In his early years, Danny attended Oro United Methodist Church, Pageland. Danny is survived by his wife, Brenda; daughters, Lufreeda Myers of Pageland, Shericka Bredae Myers, Florence; a son, Dedrick Dewayne Robinson, Pageland; his mother Eva Mae Rogers, Brooklyn, N.Y.; brothers, Anthony Rogers and Chester Rogers both of Brooklyn; sisters, Cathy Rogers, Joyce Rogers both of Brooklyn, Azilee “Dee” Dickey, Sumter, S.C., Theresa Shavaun McLean and Opal Brown both of Washington, D.C.; a god brother, George Thomas Crowder, Pageland; three grandchildren, Deniya, Purvis and Ziara; uncle, Arthur Blakeney; aunts, Alice Myers, Henrietta Covington, Bonnie Jean Clark, Marietta Rorie, Jennie Louise Stokes, Jannie Lee Brown , Ailee Myers and Eva Myers; father and mother-in-law, Rev. Henry and Evang. E.T Robinson; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

He was also preceded in death by a brother, Henry Louis Blakeney Jr.

Flemming Funeral Home served the Myers family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 8A, Thursday, Thursday, Nov. 17, 2011.

 Myrtle Lee Pigge Young

JEFFERSON — Myrtle Lee Pigge Young, 90, died Nov. 8, 2011.

Funeral services were held on Nov. 11, at Macedonia Baptist Church in Jefferson. Burial followed in the McBee Cemetery. Visitation was held prior to the service at the church.

Mrs. Young was born July 10, 1921 in McBee, a daughter of the late Henry J. and Bertha Kate Sowell Pigge.

She was a retired cafeteria manager with the Chesterfield County School District and a member of Macedonia Baptist Church. In addition to her parents, Myrtle Lee was also preceded in death by her husband, Willis Everett Young; two brothers, Thomas Pigge and Henry J. Pigge, Jr.; and by four sisters, Eva Mae Faile, Louise Hough, Margaret Brown, and Jane Pigge.

Mrs. Young is survived by sons, Willis H. (Kay) Young of Lancaster, Robert P. Young of Jefferson, and Danny W. (Laney Ann) Young of Sumter; daughters, Phyllis J. Daines of Bealeton, Va., and Cathy Y. Oliver of Jefferson; also six grandchildren, eight great grandchildren, and three great-great-grandchildren.

Memorials may be made to Macedonia Baptist Church, 3944 Johnson Road, Jefferson, S.C. 29718

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Young family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Thursday, Nov. 17, 2011.

Judy Boone Sikes

RUBY — Judy Boone Sikes, 65, died Nov. 13, 2011.

Funeral services will be held Nov. 16 at 11 a.m. at Center Grove Baptist Church. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m., Nov. 15, at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home, Chesterfield.

Mrs. Sikes was born June 9, 1946, in Jefferson, a daughter of the late Corley and Maudie Cassidy Boone. She was a former employee of Caro-Knit and a member of Center Grove Baptist Church. Judy enjoyed being a grandmother.

In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by a sister Rachel Boone.

Judy is survived by her husband, Bobby Sikes, of the home; daughter, Amy (Chad) Ricketts of Ruby; brothers, Elvie (Ann) Boone of Arkansas, C. L. (Diane) Boone of Kershaw and Alton (Margaret) Boone of Lancaster; sisters, Ruth Cassett of Ruby and Susie (Wade) Wright of Lancaster; five grandchildren, Courtney, Destiny, Skylar, Zachary, and Trinity Faith Ricketts; also a number of nieces and nephews.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Sikes family. . Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Thursday, Nov. 17, 2011.

Lukay Dease

CHERAW — Lukay Dease, 90, died Nov. 8, 2011.

Funeral services were held Nov. 12 at Pee Dee Union Baptist Church, Cheraw. Burial followed in the Foundry Hill Cemetery, Cheraw.

Mr. Lukay Dease, son of the late John and Charity Malloy Dease, was born on Aug. 13, 1921, in Cheraw, S.C. He was the second of six children born to this union.

Lukay graduated from LaGrange High School in LaGrange, Ill., and was a member of the track team. Upon graduating, he entered into the U.S. Navy and served 12 years. After serving his country, he returned home and attended Benedict College in Columbia. Subsequently Lukay continued his education, matriculating at Howard University in Washington, D.C. for nearly two years. Upon completing his academia, Lukay began his teaching career in the District of Columbia and Maryland public school systems as a math teacher. He later returned home to South Carolina and continued teaching in the Chesterfield and Marlboro County public school systems, in addition to teaching in Georgia.

Lukay loved to travel and was a very sociable person. From his love as a child of the South, he had a thing for fishing and gardening. He was known for growing beautiful flowers and plants and kept a vibrant garden. At times, citizens would be surprised to discover his passion for cooking. He was a proficient cook. Not only did he take care to attend to nature’s beauty, he gave careful attention to assisting others. Lukay would travel through town and to neighboring communities providing assistance and transportation to others. As with serving his neighbor, Lukay gave of his time and talents to the house of God. He was a member of Pee Dee Union Baptist Church, the church attended by his family. It was in Pee Dee that he was an active part of church life. There he sang with the Senior Choir, the Male Chorus, and played the piano for the Sunday School Department’s devotional service.

Lukay is survived by sister, sister, Tamah Williams, Washington, D.C.; sister-in-law, Beulah R. Dease, Cheraw; nieces and nephews, Timothy (Tracy) Dease, Jennifer (Kenny) Staton, Melvin E. (Adrienne) Dease Sr., Violet L.D. (Terence) Lee, Deloris (Joe) Ingram, Arthur (Gwendolyn) Williams Sr., Alice (Evans) Harrington, Deborah Dease, Eric (Donna) Dease, Rita Dease, Renee Dease and Sharon Davis; other nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends; a host of cousins,other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his brothers, Baxter, Malloy, Arthur and John Lonnie.

Flemming Funeral Home served the Dease family. . Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Thursday, Nov. 17, 2011.

Joseph Elizah Studebaker, Jr.

HARTSVILLE — Joseph Elizah Studebaker Jr., 83, died Nov. 12, 2011.

A graveside service was held at 2 p.m. Nov. 15 at Chatham Hill Memorial Gardens, Cheraw, with full Military Honors. Visitation was at the home of Lisa and Bryan Tolson, 21 St. John Church Road, Patrick.

Mr. Studebaker was born Dec. 10, 1927, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, a son of the late Joseph Elizah Studebaker Sr. and Mildred Hazel Catron Studebaker. He was a graduate of the University of South Carolina. Mr. Studebaker was a retired Master Sergeant with the U.S. Marine Corp., having served for 26 years. He was a WWII, Korean War,and Vietnam War veteran. Master Sergeant Studebaker was a decorated veteran, having received numerous medals and awards, including two Purple Hearts. Following his military career, he became a teacher in Beaufort, S.C., where taught history for many years.

Mr. Studebaker was a collector of coins, tokens, and military medals. He also enjoyed photography and was a history buff. Joseph was a member of the Baptist faith. In addition to his parents, Joseph was also preceded in death by his son, Joseph E. “Joe” Studebaker III.

Joe is survived by his wife of more than 56 years, Sadako Morikawa Studebaker, of the home; daughterin- law, Mona McNally Studebaker of Patrick; two granddaughters, Lisa S. (Bryan) Tolson and Erin E. Studebaker both of Patrick; great granddaughter, Makayla Tolson of Patrick.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Studebaker family. . Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Thursday, Nov. 17, 2011.

Mary Ella Rivers Coit

CHESTERFIELD — Mary Ella Rivers Coit, 91, died Oct. 29, 2011.

Funeral services were held Nov. 3 at Salem Missionary Baptist Church, Chesterfield, S.C. Burial was at Chesterfield Community Cemetery, Chesterfield.

Mrs. Mary Ella Rivers Coit, the oldest of seven children, was born to the late David and Lottie Myers Rivers on Oct. 30, 1920, in Chesterfield.

Mrs. Coit was married to the late Henry Coit. She worked for many years at Chester-Knit. After leaving Chester-Knit, she did domestic housework for the Robinson, Davis and Streater families.

Mrs. Coit enjoyed being outdoors. Although she never had any children of her own, she received plenty of love and gave love in return to the children she helped raise.

In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Coit was preceded in death by a sister, Lottie M. Murvin; brothers, Jack, Vander, Chester and Grant Rivers; and nephews, Vander Rivers, Jr. and Rev. Lonnie Murvin Sr.

Mrs. Coit is survived by sister, Martha Rivers Sellers; niece, Geraldine Murvin; nephew, Rodney Rivers; great niece, Miranda (Greg) Zinnerman; great nephews, Lonnie (Lakia) Murvin, Ronald (Marissa) Murvin, Jonathan Murvin, Terell Burch, Daniel Burch and Nathaniel Burch; Mrs. Mary had great great nieces and nephews that she helped raise. She had two that

were so dear to her heart Jairus Murvin and Aniyah Murvin whom she called her sister; brothers-in-law, Lonnie Murvin and Eddie Coit Jr.; sisters-in-law, Bazil Rivers and Lucille Myers; and many more nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Flemming Funeral Home served the Coit family.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Thursday, Nov. 17, 2011.

James Bennett Sr.

CHESTERFIELD — James Bennett Sr., 89, died Oct. 23, 2011.

Funeral services were held Oct. 27 at Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist Church, Chesterfield. Burial was held at Pleasant Grove AME Zion Church Cemetery, Cheraw.

Mr. James Bennett Sr. was born on July 7, 1922, to the late Preston and Lizzie Evans Bennett in Marlboro County, S.C.

Mr. Bennett was married to the Amanda Little Bennett, and she preceded him in death.

Mr. Bennett confessed Christ at an early age and became a member of Mount Olive Missionary Baptist Church, Chesterfield. He moved his membership to New Zion Baptist Church, Chesterfield, and later back to his home church. He served as deacon, treasurer of the Saint Paul Association and had other duties within the church that he served faithfully until his health began to decline.

Mr. Bennett was employed by the following during his working career; City Chevrolet, Charlotte, N.C., J.P. Stevens, Wallace, and he retired from Chesterfield Webbing, Chesterfield.

Mr. Bennett had a great passion for carpentry and built a lot of things.

Mr. Bennett is survived by a son, James C. (Margaret) Bennett, Cheraw; step sons, Apostle Carey (Donzella) Johnson, Wilmington, N.C., and Freddie Johnson, Salisbury, N.C.; daughters, Gloria (Roger) Redfearn, Chesterfield, Nora Bennett, Charlotte, N.C., Catherine Louise Bennett, Bronx, N.Y., and Yvonne Franklin, Bridgeport, Conn.; a step daughter, Melissa Blackmon, Charlotte, N.C.; a brother, Cye (Annie Lee) Bennett, Chesterfield; a sister, Ellen Bennett, Durham, N.C.; 26 grandchildren; and a host great grandchildren, niece, nephews, other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by a stepdaughter, Frances J. Gaddy.

Flemming Funeral Home served the Bennett Family.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Thursday, Nov. 17, 2011.

Grace Quick

WALLACE — Grace K. Quick, 77, died Nov. 13, 2011.

A graveside service was held Nov. 15, 2011, in the Society Hill LDS Cemetery, Society Hill.

Grace was the daughter of the late George H. and Annie Elizabeth Petty Keith. She was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, she was secretary and treasurer for Society Hill LDS Cemetery Association. Mrs. Quick enjoyed reading, genealogy and family history. She liked football and baseball, also working and talking with people. She enjoyed talking to friends on the phone and visiting with her loved ones.

Mrs. Quick is survived by her husband, Lawrence S. Quick, Sr., of Wallace; sons, Lawrence S. Quick, Jr. of Wallace, George L. Quick of Raleigh , NC, Donnie Lee Short of Cheraw; daughters, Judy Lynne Quick and Cynthia (Paul) Q. Brooks, both of Wallace; grandchildren, Paul, Amy, Andrew, George, Keith, Sandie, Brittaney, Christopher, Marissa, Chelsea, Ashlee; great grandchildren, Megan, Daniel, Gracie and Tripp. Grace was preceded in death by her parents listed above; a son, Ricky Steven Quick; a grandchild, Jamie Quick; brothers, George Henry Keith and Luther “Low” Keith.

Memorials may be made to LDS Cemetery Association, P.O. Box 497, Society Hill, SC 29593.

Kiser Funeral home served the Quick family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Thursday, Nov. 24, 2011.

Mary Hayes

CHERAW — Mary Brown Hayes, 88, died Nov. 16, 2011.

Funeral services were held Nov. 18 at Windsor Park Free Will Baptist Church, Cheraw. Burial will follow in Chatham Hill Memorial Gardens, Cheraw. Visitation was held Nov. 17 at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home, Chesterfield.

Mrs. Hayes was born Dec. 26, 1922, in Brownsville, a daughter of the late John and Anna Pack Brown.

She was a retired Nursing Assistant with Chesterfield General Hospital. Mrs. Hayes was a member of Windsor Park Free Will Baptist Church. Mary enjoyed reading, puzzle books, gardening, and spending time with her family. In addition to her parents, Mary was also preceded death by her husband, Richard P. Hayes, two daughters, Pixie Adams and Ricky Hayes, her three brothers, Alan, Jessie, and Neely Brown, her two sisters, Reenie Brown and Maebell Freeman, and by a special sister-in-law, Mae Strickland.

Mrs. Hays is survived by sons, Richard S. (Nancy) Hayes of Patrick, Johnny (Susan) Hayes, and Ray (Cynthia) Hayes both of Cheraw; daughters, Barbara (Martin) Hancock and Billie (James) McLendon both of Cheraw; also 13 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren, and five great great grandchildren.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Hayes family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Thursday, Nov. 24, 2011.

Vera Wiles Judy

CHESTERFIELD — Vera Wiles Judy, age 85, died Nov. 14, 2011.

Funeral services were held Nov. 16 at Hopewell Baptist Church, Chesterfield. Burial followed in the church cemetery.

Visitation was held Nov. 15 at Miller- River-Caulder funeral home.

Mrs. Judy was born March 7, 1926, in Orangeburg, a daughter of the late Burley William and Rose Lee Rickenbaker Wiles. She was a homemaker, and enjoyed cooking, growing pretty flowers, and taking care of her family. Mrs. Judy was a member of Hopewell Baptist Church. In addition to her parents, Vera was also preceded in death by three brothers and three sisters.

Vera is survived by husband of 64 years, Howard J. Judy, of the home; daughters, Brenda Gayle (Cecil) McLain and Linda Ann (Leverne) Shoemake, both of Patrick; four grandchildren, Michael (JoAnne) McLain, Michelle (Pastor Scott) Wallace, Jennifer (Mike) Crawford and Rev. Steven (Vicky) McLain; eight great grandchildren, Morgan and Nicholas Wallace, Noah, Zachary and Ashlyn McLain, Mackenzie and Michael Crawford, and Eli McLain; brothers, J. S. (Sandra) Wiles, Paul (Patricia) Wiles, and Floyd Wiles; sisters, Claire (F.M.) Metts, Caroline Heaton, Charlotte Waltz, and Lorene Hutto; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Hampy and Betty Eadon of St. George.

Memorials may be made to Hopewell Baptist Church “Organ Fund” 15066 Hwy 9, Chesterfield, SC 29709.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Judy family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Thursday, Nov. 24, 2011.

lmar Ray “Pete” Tucker Jr.

BENNETTSVILLE — Elmar Ray “Pete” Tucker Jr., 45, died Nov. 5, 2011.

A memorial service was held Nov. 21 at Terrell’s Church of God, Lake City.

Born in Florence County, he was a son of the late Elmar Ray Tucker and Latrell McKenzie Tucker. He attended Olanta High School, had a love for hunting, fishing, old cars and his family.

He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, DeForrest Wade Tucker, Jeffrey Chad Tucker and Charles Brad Tucker.

Surviving are his five children; sister, Sherrie (Bobby) Culick of Turbeville; brothers, Jason (Amber) Tucker of Olanta and Sam (Ashley) Tucker of New Zion; a niece and a nephew.

Floyd Funeral Home of Olanta served the Tucker family.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 6A, Thursday, Thursday, Dec. 1, 2011.

Tyson Lane Lowery

CHESTERFIELD — Tyson Lane Lowery, 34, died Nov. 18, 2011.

A memorial service was held Nov. 21, 2011, at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation followed the service at the funeral home.

Mr. Lowery was born March 6, 1977, in Bennettsville, a son of Brenda Matheson Cranford and the late Bobby Lowery. He was a 1995 graduate of Cheraw High School and was owner and operator of Best Exterminating. Lane was a U.S. Army veteran. He enjoyed hunting, golfing, riding his tractor, and cutting hay. Lane is survived by wife, Jennifer Russell Lowery, of the home; son, Holden Reid Lowery, daughter, Jenna Lane Lowery, both of the home; mother, Brenda Matheson Cranford of Chapin; brothers, brothers: Bryan (Cyndee) Griggs of Chapin and Raleigh (Tina) Griggs of Lugoff; sister, Mary Nancy (Lee) Gibbs of Florence; also a number of nieces and nephews.

Memorials may be made to Hospice of Chesterfield County, P.O. Box 293, Chesterfield, S.C. 29709, or to a charity of one’s choice.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Lowery family.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 6A, Thursday, Thursday, Dec. 1, 2011.

 Harold “Craig” Tadlock

JEFFERSON — Harold “Craig” Tadlock, 53, died Nov. 18, 2011.

Funeral services were held Nov. 20 at Lighthouse Baptist Church. Burial followed in the church cemetery.Visitation was held Nov. 19 at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home, Chesterfield.

Mr. Tadlock was born Sept. 3, 1958, in Monroe, N.C., a son of the late Harold Bruce Tadlock and Rebecca Steen Anderson. He was a former air compressor mechanic. In addition to his parents, Craig was also preceded in death by a sister Charlene Anderson. Craig is survived by wife, Libby Mills Tadlock, of the home; sons, Tracy Tadlock of Pageland and Daniel Tadlock of the home; grandchildren, Kali, Harleigh, and Bailey Tadlock; brothers, Jerry Tadlock of Ruby, Johnny Tadlock, Joey Tadlock, and Tony Anderson all of Pageland; sisters, Judy McKinley of Charlotte, N.C., and Theresa Tadlock Oliver of Pageland.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Tadlock family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Thursday, Dec. 1, 2011.

Vera King Hurst

CHESTERFIELD — Vera King Hurst, 88, died Nov. 24, 2011.

Funeral services were held Nov. 26 at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home Chapel. Burial followed in the Shiloh United Methodist Church Cemetery.

Visitation was prior to the service at the funeral home. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Thursday, Dec. 1, 2011.

Merilyn Cromer Shaw

CHESTERFIELD — Merilyn Cromer Shaw, 80, died Nov. 20, 2011.

A memorial service was held Nov. 23 at 4 p.m. at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home. Visitation was held immediately after the service at the funeral home.

Mrs. Shaw was born September 28, 1931, in Springfield, Missouri, during the Great Depression. She was a daughter of the late Ivan Lee and Zelma Anne Hurt Cromer. A proud graduate of the University of Oklahoma, Merilyn pursued a career in radio broadcasting. She was in demand as a writer and radio voice at stations in New Mexico, Oregon, Oklahoma, and as far east as Pennsylvania. She was frequently called upon to speak at various civic clubs. Merilyn finally retired from broadcasting when a talented and ambitious entrepreneur, her husband, enlisted her as a business partner. They eventually settled in South Carolina. There, with irrepressible creativity, she continued to write poetry and occasional newspaper and magazine articles. She was also the author of a novel. In addition to her parents, Merilyn was also preceded in death by her husband, David Eugene “Gene” Shaw.

Merilyn is survived by daughters, Deb Shaw-Fahey (Mike) of Half Moon Bay, Calif., and Sharon Shaw Caulder (Derick) of Chesterfield; grandchildren, Christopher, Courtney, and Nicholas Caulder; sister, Mary Carpenter Brown of Aurora, Ill.; also a number of nieces and nephews.

Memorials may be made to Hospice of Chesterfield County, P.O. Box 293, Chesterfield, S.C. 29709 or to Alzheimer’s Association, P.O. Box 7044, Columbia, S.C. 29202.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Shaw family.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Thursday, Dec. 1, 2011.

David Eugene Smith

CHESTERFIELD — David Eugene Smith Sr., 83, died Nov. 25, 2011.

Funeral services were held Nov. 28 at Miller-Rivers- Caulder Funeral Home Chapel. Burial followed in the Friendship United Methodist Church Cemetery. Visitation was Nov. 27 at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home.

Mr. Smith was born June 3, 1928, in Chesterfield, a son of the late Neal Archie and Ella Burr Smith. He was a 1945 graduate of Chesterfield High School. Mr. Smith was a Chief

Officer in the Merchant Marines during WW II, having made 64 ocean voyages during his 13 years of service. He worked with Sunny Point Army Base as Marine Superintendent for 11 years, and was Deputy Commander of the Charleston Army Base for 14 years, where he was Marine Superintendent of Military Cargo for South Carolina, Georgia and Florida. Mr. Smith retired in 1989 and began his rental property business in North and South Carolina. He was a member of Friendship United Methodist Church. In addition to his parents, David was also preceded in death by his wife, Esther Rae Gaddy Smith; brothers, Wilson, Billy, and Luther “Pete” Smith; sisters, Ruth S. Wadsworth, Mary Louise Smith, and Elizabeth Smith. David is survived by sons, Rev. David E. Smith Jr. and John Manley Smith, both of Chesterfield; also a host of nieces and nephews.

Memorials may be made to Friendship United Methodist Church, c/o Dawn Funderburk, 253 Griggs St., Ruby, S.C. 29741.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Smith family.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Thursday, Dec. 1, 2011.

William Stanley West

PAGELAND — William Stanley West, 50, died Nov. 24, 2011.

Funeral services were held on Nov. 26 at First Free Will Baptist Church in Pageland. Burial will follow in Greenlawn Memorial Park. Visitation was Nov. 25 at First Free Will Baptist Church.

Mr. West was born July 9, 1961, in Monroe, N.C., a son of the late Reverend William Junior West and Joann Laney West. He was a former grocery store clerk and a member of First Free Will Baptist Church. Stanley enjoyed golfing, fishing, and old cars. William is survived by wife, Sandra Jones West, of the home; son, Josh West of Pageland; daughter, Jill West and special friend, Phillip Johnson of Pageland; sisters, Sandra West and Tony McManus, and Janice (Mike) Cook both of Pageland, S.C.; also several aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the West family.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Thursday, Dec. 1, 2011.

Elsie Campbell Ratliff

CHESTERFIELD — Elsie Campbell Ratliff, 63, died Nov. 14, 2011.

Funeral services were held Nov. 19 at Drucilla A.M.E. Zion Church, Chesterfield. Burial followed in the church cemetery.

Ms. Elsie Campbell Ratliff, daughter of the late Minnie Campbell and Clayton Small was born on April 12, 1948, in Chesterfield, South Carolina. Elsie confessed Christ at an early age and joined Drucilla A.M.E. Zion Church, Chesterfield. Elsie was united in holy matrimony to J.C. Ratliff on May 13, 1965.

Elsie was employed with Cuddy Farms, Cheraw, for 27 years until her health began to decline.

She leaves to cherish loving memories: a daughter, Charlene Ratliff, Cheraw; a special friend, John Huntley of the home; three grandchildren, Regina McBride, Markus McBride and Michael Ratliff Jr., all of Cheraw; a great granddaughter, Unique McBride Liles, Cheraw; brother, Kenneth Campbell, Charlotte, N.C.; sisters-in-laws, Betty Campbell, Lottie Rivers, Amanda Jean McCormick, Viola Ratliff, Christine Redfearn (C.L.), Terrie Ratliff, Doris Ratliff all of Chesterfield and Betty Jean Ratliff, Cheraw; brothersin- law, David Ratliff (Patricia), Morven, N.C., and Ell Junior Ratliff, Chesterfield; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her husband, J.C. Ratliff, a brother, Robert Campbell; a brother-in-law, William Ratliff and grandparents, Kenny and Cora Campbell.

Flemming Funeral Home served the Ratliff family.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Thursday, Dec. 1, 2011.

Barbie Hendrix West

PAGELAND — Barbie Hendrix West, 45, died Nov. 25, 2011.

Funeral services were held Nov. 29 at Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church. Burial followed in the church cemetery. Visitation was Nov. 28 at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home, Chesterfield.

Mrs. West was born Aug. 31, 1966, in Monroe, N.C., a daughter of Hazel Ray “Buddy” Hendrix and Barbara Brock Hendrix. She was a graduate of Central High School and a former employee of Conbraco Industries.

Barbie was preceded in death by a brother, Michael Brock.

Barbie is survived by husband, Larry West, of the home; son, Brandon West of Pageland; daughters, Heather West, Ashleigh West, and Jennica West all of Pageland; parents, Buddy Hendrix and Barbara Brock Hendrix both of Pageland; four granchildren: Jaedyn and Rielyn Chambers and Keelan and Destinee Miller; sister, Jennifer Deason of Pageland; two half-brothers, Patrick Hendrix and Adam Hendrix of Pageland.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the West family.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Thursday, Dec. 1, 2011.

Kimberly Myers Lowery

PAGELAND — Kimberly Myers Lowery, 39, died Nov. 21, 2011.

Funeral services were held Nov. 26 at The Pageland Community Center. Burial followed in Oro United Methodist Church Cemetery, Pageland.

Mrs. Kimberly Myers Lowery, the daughter of Mrs. Lois Sellers Myers and Mr. Lavon Myers, was born on October 20, 1972 in Pageland.

At an early age, Kimberly became a member of Oro United Methodist Church, Pageland, South Carolina. She obtained her high school education at Central High School, Pageland. After graduating from Central High School, she furthered her education at Morris College, Sumter and Chesterfield Marlboro Technical College, Cheraw, where she earned a degree in business. Kimberly was employed with Stock Building Supply, Monroe, N.C., as an administrative assistant. She loved her vocation and working with others. Kimberly’s gesture of kindness touched so many lives. In 1998, she was united in holy matrimony to Gary Lamar Lowery. This union was blessed with three lovely children.

Kimberly is survived by her devoted husband, Gary L. Lowery; daughters, Ciera B. Myers and Alana E. Lowery; son, Tanner C. Lowery, all of the home; parents, Lois Sellers Myers and Lavon Myers, Pageland; nephew she assisted rearing, Tavion M. Myers, Pageland; brothers, Min. Lavon T. Myers Jr. (Veronica), Peachland, N.C., and Barry D. Myers, Pageland; grandmothers, Mildred Sellers, Pageland and Alice Myers, Brooklyn, N.Y.; mother-in-law, Lois E. Lowery, Pageland; nieces, Alexis Myers, Peachland, and Chloe Myers, Ruby; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Flemming Funeral Home served the Lowery family.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Thursday, Dec. 1, 2011.

Walter Thomas Lindsey Sr.

CHERAW — Walter Thomas Lindsey Sr. 55, died Nov. 10, 2011.

Funeral services were held Nov. 16 at Pleasant Grove A.M.E. Zion Church, Cheraw. Burial followed in the church cemetery.

Mr. Walter Thomas Lindsey Sr., son of the late Weldon and Henretta McIver Lindsey Sr. was born on May 24, 1956, in Anson County, N.C. Walter confessed Christ at an early age and joined Mount Zion United Methodist Church, Cheraw. He graduated from Bowman High School in Wadesboro, N.C. He attended Anson Community College in Polkton, N.C., for three years. Walter entered into the U.S. Army and served four years. At the time of his passing, Walter was employed with Wade Mill Manufacturing Wadesboro and had 33 years of service. While working there he obtained the nickname “Big Man” given to him by fellow co-workers. Big Man was known to be a leader, dependable, and hardworking. He loved his job so much that family and friends would often say it was his second home. He also enjoyed outdoor activities such as building, lawn mowing, gardening and riding his scooter name Gator.

Walter leaves to cherish precious memories: his beloved wife, Bonnie Lindsey; a son, Walter Thomas Lindsey Jr., Cheraw; daughters, Sheila Robinson, Wadesboro, NC and Amy (Shaun) McClendon, Cheraw; sisters, Bertha Mae Chambers, Shirley (Fred) Perkins, Linda (Reginald) Lindsey, Diane McNair all of Morven, N.C., Lesley (Charles) Love, Morven, N.C., Carol (Rayford Lee) Johnson, Marshville, NC, Min. Cassie Watson, Louise Marshall and Bobby (Charlie) Wilson all of Cheraw; brothers, Curtis (Bernice) Lindsey, Cheraw, Freddie Lee (Nancy) Lindsey, Charlotte, N.C., and John Roscoe Lindsey, Morven, N.C.; eight special grandchildren; Brittany and Tiffany Robinson, Wadesboro, N.C., Dominique Henry, Raleigh, N.C., Yasmine and Tianna Lindsey, Ashley Fleming, Ashauna McClendon and Kevon Bennett all of Chesterfield, and one expected grandson; three great grandchildren; Juelz Robinson, Zyrell Robinson and Zyana Wooden all of Wadseboro; a mother-in-law, Mary Bell McCoy, Cheraw; sister-in-law, Brenda Lee Watts, Cheraw, Bessie Johnson, Morven, N.C.; a brother-in-law, Parnell McCoy, Cheraw; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Walter was preceded in death by a sister, Vera Lee Lindsey, a brother, Weldon Lindsey Jr. and a brotherin-law, Albert Chambers.

Flemming Funeral Home served the Lindsey family  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Thursday, Dec. 1, 2011.

Otis Polson

WALLACE — Otis Polson, 82, died Nov. 27, 2011.

Funeral services were held Nov. 30 at Kiser Funeral Home, Cheraw. Burial followed in Hickory Grove Baptist Church Cemetery. Visitation was held Nov. 29 at the funeral home.

Born in Bennettsville, Otis was a son of the late A.B. and Jennie Driggers Polson. He was the widower of Shirley L. Polson and formally the widower of Katherine G. Polson. Mr. Polson was a U.S. Army veteran and a member of AMVET. He was a member of Wallace Baptist Church and the Men’s Fellowship of Wallace. He was a member of the Woodmen of the World. Mr. Polson enjoyed fishing and gardening.

Mr. Polson is survived by his sons; Roy C. (Debbie) Polson, Jr., Bruce A. (Phyllis) Polson all of Wallace, Dennis L. (Lisa) Polson of Cameron, NC, daughters, Sherry (Mike) Baucom of Bennettsville, Judy P. (D.T.) Turner, Sandra P. Outlaw, all of Wallace, 12 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents and wives listed above and brothers, James Polson, Clinton Polson and a sister, Eunice Davidson.

Memorials may be made to: Hospice of Chesterfield County, P.O. Box 293, Chesterfield, SC 29709, or American Cancer Society, c/o Kathy Treadaway, 275 Forest Road, Cheraw, SC 29520.

Kiser Funeral Home served the Polson family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Thursday, Dec. 8, 2011.

Ellen Deese Crawford

CHESTERFIELD — Ellen Deese Crawford, 82, died Nov. 29, 2011.

Funeral services were held Dec. 1 at Chesterfield Baptist Church. Burial followed in Sandy Plains United Methodist Church Cemetery. Visitation was held Nov. 30 at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home.

Mrs. Crawford was born Dec. 7, 1928, in Pageland, a daughter of the late Gary and Wincie Sanders Deese. She was a former book keeper with Crawford Furniture Company and several auto dealerships, and was a former employee with Chesterfield County Clerk of Court. Ellen was a member of Chesterfield Baptist Church, where she was a faithful choir member. Ellen was an avid animal lover and loved spending time with her family, especially her beloved grandchildren. In additions to her parents, Ellen was also preceded in death by her husband Charlie Thomas Crawford.

Ellen is survived by son, Mike (Jennifer) Crawford of Chesterfield; grandchildren, Mackenzie and Michael Crawford; brother, Harry “Goober” (Sarah) Deese of Pageland; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Horace and Leah Crawford of Chesterfield; also a number of nieces and nephews.

Memorials may be made to Chesterfield Baptist Church “Music Dept.” 207 East Main St., Chesterfield, S.C. 29709.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Crawford family.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Thursday, Dec. 8, 2011.

Carolyn Patricia Crawford

PAGELAND — Carolyn Patricia Crawford, 37, died Nov. 30, 2011.

Funeral services were held Dec. 3 at First Free Will Baptist Church, Pageland. Burial followed in the Greenlawn Memorial Park. Visitation was at Miller- Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home.

Mrs. Crawford was born Nov. 29, 1974, in Chesterfield, a daughter of Brenda Langley McManus and the late J.V. McManus. She was a store clerk with Roger’s Food & Beverage, and was a member of First Free Will Baptist Church. Carolyn was an avid race fan. In addition to her father, Carolyn was also preceded in death by a brother, Charles McManus.

Carolyn is survived by husband, Lloyd Crawford; son, Logan Crawford; daughter, Kasey Bigham, all of the home; step sons, Kevin (Jessica) Crawford of Jefferson and Donta Crawford of Pageland; step daughter, Shonta Crawford of Pageland; mother, Brenda Langley McManus of Pageland; grandchild, Landon Crawford; brothers, Timmy (Nancy) Hartis, Stevie Hartis, Ronnie (Daisy Mae) McManus, Lewis (Peggy) McManus all of Pageland, Johnny Ray (Wanda) McManus of Monroe, NC; sisters, Sherry (Dean) Hayes, Lynn (Tim) Deese, Shirley (Ed) Steen, Betty (Randy) Horne, Sammie Kay McManus all of Pageland, Dorothy (Barry) Patterson of Mt. Croghan, and Ann (Scott) Hargett of Tradesville.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Crawford family.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Thursday, Dec. 8, 2011.

Edna Lee Edge Smith

ROCK HILL — Edna Lee Edge Smith, 91, formerly of Chesterfield, died Nov. 30, 2011.

Funeral services were held Dec. 4 at Miller-Rivers- Caulder Funeral Home Chapel, Chesterfield. Burial followed in the Chesterfield cemetery. Visitation was prior to the service at the funeral home.

Mrs. Smith was born Nov. 6, 1920, in Fayetteville, N.C., a daughter of the late Mertice Harrison Edge and Carson G. Edge Sr. She was a homemaker and a faithful Pastor’s wife. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Smith was preceded in death by her husband of 49 years, Rev. Cecil Smith, formerly of Chesterfield, one beloved brother, C. G. Edge, Jr. and wife Merle; a precious sister, Lucille Edge Willis, and her husband Col. Tom Willis. Mrs. Edna was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend to many.

Edna is survived by sons, Fred Smith and his wife Beverly of Rock Hill, Dr. Lamont Smith (wife) Marie Redfearn Smith of Cincinnati, Ohio, Larry Smith (Dr. Gale Galloway Smith of Lawrenceville, Ga.); four grandchildren, Ryan Smith (wife) Dr. Kristine Schmit of Durham, N.C., Carrie Smith of Daniel Island, Emily Smith of Boulder Colo., and Nathan Smith (Yi Lin) of Chicago, Ill.

Memorials, in lieu of flowers, the family requests a donation to: Alzheimer’s Foundation of America, 322 Eighth Avenue 7th floor, New York, NY 10001; the Clemson University Foundation, P.O. Box 1889, Clemson, SC 29633-1889; or a charity of one’s choice.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Smith family.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Thursday, Dec. 8, 2011.

Virginia Odom Lee

CHERAW — Virginia Odom Lee, 75, died Dec. 1, 2011.

Funeral services were held Dec. 4 at Westfield Creek Baptist Church. Burial followed in the church cemetery. Visitation was at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home, Chesterfield.

Mrs. Lee was born April 10, 1936, in Richmond County, N.C., a daughter of the late John Wesley and Minnie Brown Odom. Mrs. Lee was a retired Department Manager and Greeter with Wal-Mart. Virginia was a member of Westfield Creek Baptist Church. She enjoyed spending time with her family. In addition to her parents,

Virginia was also preceded in death by her husband John Robert Lee; a brother Rev. Charles “Son” Brown; and by her sister, Geneva Odom Richardson. Virginia is survived by son, Robert (Barbara) Lee of Cheraw; daughters, Dana (George) White and Renee Oliver both of Cheraw; five grandchildren, Cliff Gardner, Heather and Kristen Oliver, and Nicole and Bobby Lee; brother, Wesley “Buddy” Odom of Chesterfield.

Memorials may be made to Westfield Creek Baptist Church, 316 Westfield Creek Church Road, Cheraw, SC 29520 or Chesterfield County Relay for Life, c/o Kathy Treadaway, 275 Forest Road, Cheraw, SC 29520.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Lee family.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Thursday, Dec. 8, 2011.

Janice Lee Smith

JEFFERSON — Janice Lee Smith, 54, died Dec. 10,2011.

Funeral services were held Dec. 13 at Macedonia Baptist Church. Burial followed in the church cemetery. Visitation was at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home, Chesterfield.

Ms. Smith was born June 19, 1957, in Charlotte, N.C., a daughter of the late Emmitt and Catherine Previtte Lee. She was a graduate of East Mecklenburg High School, and was an employee of A O Smith Corp. for the past 28 years. Janice attended Macedonia Baptist Church. She enjoyed spending time with her grandsons, and was an avid Carolina Gamecock fan.

Janice is survived by daughters, Renee Faile (Ricky) Laney of Pageland and Amanda (Chad) Melton of Jefferson; former husband, Mike Smith of Ruby; four grandsons, Austin and Justin Faile and Johnathan and Drake Melton; brother, Donnie Lee of Charlotte; sisters, Joann Linker and Donna Black both of Harrisburg, N.C.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Smith family.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Thursday, Dec. 15, 2011.

Walter E. Powe, Jr.

CHERAW — Walter E. Powe Jr., 59, died Dec. 4, 2011.

Funeral services were held Dec. 10 at Progressive Church Of Our Lord Jesus Christ, Cheraw. Burial followed in the church cemetery.

Mr. Walter E. Powe Jr. was born to Walter Powe Sr. and Theretha Funderburk Powe on Dec. 11, 1951, in Cheraw.

Walter accepted Christ at an early age and joined Pee Dee Union Baptist Church, Cheraw. In 2008, he joined Progressive Church of Our Jesus Christ, Cheraw.

Walter attended the Chesterfield County public school system and graduated from Long High School, Class of 1970. He was employed by Burlington Industries in Cheraw prior to entering into the U.S. Army. After serving his country, he returned home to be with his family and friends. Walter was preceded in death by his father, Walter Powe Sr. Walter was united in holy matrimony to Ernestine Melton on June 17, 2007.

Walter is survived by his wife, Ernestine Powe; mother, Theretha Powe, Pageland; step daughter, Mary J. Davis, Pageland; step son, Davie Melton, Chesterfield; sisters, Catherine A. Powe, Cheraw, Eloise V. Powe, Cheraw, and Patricia A. Powe, New Haven, Conn.; aunts, Edith McCullum, Laurel, N.J., Mary P. Jackson, Cheraw, Annie Ruth Powe, Cheraw, Ruth Jean (Eugene) Cash, Bethesda, Md., and Arziner (Rufus) Hillian, Cheraw; uncles, Rev. U.L. (Deloris) Sharper, Cheraw, Deford Powe, Cheraw, and James A. (Ginger) Powe, Sr., Cheraw; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.

Flemming Funeral Home served the Powe family.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Thursday, Dec. 15, 2011.

James Perry Brock

CHESTERFIELD — James Perry Brock, 77, died Dec. 8, 2011.

Funeral services were held Dec. 10, 2011, at Miller- Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home Chapel. Burial followed in the Oakland Baptist Church Cemetery with military honors. Visitation was Dec. 9 at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home.

Mr. Brock was born Sept. 18, 1934, in Chesterfield, a son of the late Willie Thomas and Dora Gibson Brock. He was a U.S. Navy veteran of the Korean War and the Vietnam War, having served for 16 years. Mr. Brock was a retired employee of Aramark. He was a member and Deacon of Windsor Park Free Will Baptist Church, and a member of the American Legion Post 74. Perry enjoyed gardening, reading the Bible, watching movies, Christmas, being Santa Claus, and spending time with his family. In addition to his parents, Perry was also preceded in death by a brother Eleby Brock.

Brock is survived by wife, Janie D. Brock, of the home; stepsons: Johnny (Wanda) Dixon of Cheraw, Joe (Hannah) Dixon of Wallace and Dennis (Crystal) Dixon of Chesterfield; stepdaughters, Laticia (Tommy) Rivers, Rose (Wayne) Gainey, and Judy (Randy) Turner all of Cheraw; brother, Gardner Brock of Columbia; sisters, Mary Turner and Juanita Mangum of Chesterfield; also nine grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren, and nieces and nephews. Memorials may be made to Windsor Park Free Will Baptist Church “building fund” P.O. Box 715, Cheraw, SC 29520.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Brock family.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Thursday, Dec. 15, 2011.

Virginia Tillman Watts

GOLDSBORO — Virginia Tillman Watts, 91, died Dec. 7, 2011.

Funeral services will be held Dec. 18 at First Presbyterian Church, Goldsboro. Visitation will held after the service at the funeral home.

Burial will be in Old St. David’s Cemetery in Cheraw, in the spring of 2012, following a memorial service at the First Presbyterian Church in Cheraw. That date not yet determined.

Virginia was born in Cheraw on Feb. 11, 1920, and was the daughter of the late Daniel Lee Tillman and Lena Amos Tillman.

She attended and graduated from Cheraw High School in 1938 and Winthrop College in Rock Hill in 1942. Miss Watts married Sergeant Gordon P. Watts (USMC), also of Cheraw on July, 5 1942. Mrs. Watts taught health and physical education for Crisp County High School in Cordele, Georgia, for Rowan County Schools near Salisbury, North Carolina and later for Goldsboro City Schools. Mrs. Watts undertook additional college studies at Catawba College in Salisbury and worked with Wayne County Community College in Goldsboro. She and Gordon were both members of First Presbyterian Church in Goldsboro and enjoyed singing in the choir.

Virginia is survived by her sons, Daniel Tillman Watts of LaGrange and Gordon P. Watts Jr. of Washington, N.C.; granddaughters Laura Camden Watts and Catherine Adger Watts Rothwell (Craig) all of Raleigh, N.C.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Carter Blake Tillman Scholarship Fund, Presbyterian College, Advancement Office, 503 S. Broad St., Clinton, S.C. 29325; or Old Saint David’s Cemetery Association, P.O. Box 1196, Cheraw, S.C. 29520.

Shumate-Faulk Funeral Home & Crematory of Goldsboro served the Watts family.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Thursday, Dec. 15, 2011.

Martha Faye “Mossie” West

Mrs. Martha Faye “Mossie” West, 54, died Friday, Dec. 16, 2011, at her home.

Funeral service was Sunday, Dec. 18, at First Freewill Baptist Church, Pageland, S.C. Interment followed in the Center Grove Baptist Church Cemetery, Mt. Croghan, S.C. Visitation was Dec. 17 at Miller-Rivers- Caulder Funeral Home in Chesterfield, S.C.

Mrs. West was born May 15, 1957, in Concord, N.C., a daughter of the late James Grady and Gladys Irene Wallace Lewis. She attended First Freewill Baptist Church, and was a devoted caregiver to many Home Health patients. Mossie was married to the late Billy Amos West, and was also preceded in death by a daughter, Tammy West; two grandchildren, Cody Newberry and Billy Jean Borkin; two brothers, Clayton and William Wallace; and one sister, Joyce Ann Lewis.

Survivors are a son, Joe Jr. Courtney of Pageland; two daughters, Angela (Danny) Courtney of Pageland and Amanda West of Richmond, Va.; three brothers, Donald Wallace of Lancaster, S.C., James Grady Lewis and Ricky Lewis, both of Pageland; two sisters, Geraldine Lewis of Camden, S.C., and Margie Eason of Pageland; and 10 grandchildren and one great grandchild.

Memorials may be made to Hospice of Chesterfield County, P.O. Box 293, Chesterfield, S.C. 29709

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home of Chesterfield served the West family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Thursday, Dec. 22, 2011.

Thomas Eugene “Tommy” Teal

CHESTERFIELD — Thomas Eugene “Tommy” Teal, 66, died Dec. 13, 2011.

A graveside service was held Dec. 15 at Teal- Campbell Family Cemetery at Zoar United Methodist Church. Visitation was held after the service.

Mr. Teal was born Nov. 26, 1945, in Wadesboro, N.C., a son of the late Martin Luther and Myrtis Hurst Teal. He was a graduate of Chesterfield High School and was owner and operator of TE Teal Trucking. Mr. Teal was a member of Zoar United Methodist Church and a former member of the SC National Guard. Tommy liked Ford Mustangs, guns, and NASCAR racing.

Tommy is survived by wife, Phyllis King Teal of the home; sons, Gene (Brandy) Teal of Chesterfield and Sgt. Finley (Melissa) Teal of Ft. Gordon, Augusta, Ga.; three grandchildren, Melody and Wes Teal and Fin Teal; brother, Bobby (Beth) Teal of Cheraw; sister, Beth (Tony) Caulder of Winnsboro; his beloved companion, “Stitch.”

Memorials may be made to Hospice of Chesterfield County, P.0. 293, Chesterfield, SC 29709, or Teal- Campbell Cemetery Fund c/o Charles Teal, 3173 Zoar Road, Cheraw, SC 29520.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home served the Teal family.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Thursday, Dec. 22, 2011.

Daniel Pons Bacot Sr.

AIKEN — Daniel Pons Bacot Sr., 76, died Thursday, Dec. 15, 2011.

Funeral services were held Dec. 17 at St. Paul Lutheran Church with the Reverend Dr. Robert T. Byrne officiating. Interment followed in Bethany Cemetery. Visitation was Dec. 16 at Shellhouse Funeral Home., 924 Haynes Ave., Aiken.

Mr. Bacot was born in Cheraw, a son of the late Eugene Greyard and Lina Quick Bacot. Dan had been a resident of Aiken since 1974, and was an insurance agent. He was an avid golfer and member of Houndslake Country Club where he recorded two holes in one.

He was a member of Aiken Rotary, Aiken Sertoma and active in the Republican Party. He was an avid Gamecock fan, having once served as treasurer of the Aiken County Gamecock Club. He was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church.

Daniel is survived by daughters, Allison (Greg) Smith, West Columbia, Aimee Lindler, Columbia; a son, Daniel Pons (Veronika) Bacot, II, Columbia; five grandchildren, Caroline Christi Lindler, Sloan Rhyne Lindler, Sullivan Daniel Lindler, Sasha Nicole Bacot and Eugene Simonski; sisters, Mildred Bacot Hammond, Chesterfield, Peggy Bacot Calcutt, Florence; brothers, Irving Laverne Bacot, Aiken, Bobby Bacot, Laurinburg, N.C.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Janice Sligh Bacot.

Memorials may be made to St. Paul Lutheran Church, 961 Trail Ridge Rd., Aiken, SC 29803.

Shellhouse Funeral Home, Aiken, served the Bacot family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Thursday, Dec. 22, 2011.

Lavetta Munn Eubanks

JEFFERSON — Lavetta Munn Eubanks, 88, died Dec. 26, 2011.

A graveside service will be held Thursday, Dec. 29, 2011, at 11 a.m. at Macedonia Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends following the service at their home.

Born Oct. 1, 1923, “Miss Vette” was the daughter of the late Daniel Alexander and Effie Newman Munn. She was married to the late William Adam Eubanks for 63 years. She lived in Camden from 1957 until she retired to the family farm in Jefferson in 1982. She was a homemaker and enjoyed cooking and canning and freezing the fruits of their garden. She took great joy in caring for her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was a member of Fork Creek Methodist Church.

Eubanks was preceded in death by her sisters Earline Hunter, Elizabeth Campbell and Edith Middleton.

Surviving are children W.L. Buster Eubanks (Connie) of Jefferson, S.C., Marsha Cauthen (Kenneth) of Lancaster, S.C., Timmy Eubanks (Cheryl) of Camden, S.C.; grandchildren, Robin Eubanks, Kristy Bartlett, Randy Walters II, Hannah Walters, Timothy Kevin “T.J.” Eubanks, Travis Eubanks, Bayleigh Eubanks; great-grandchildren, Jordan Craven, Riley Bartlett, Jameson Bartlett, Brittany Walters, Haley Hegler, Ashton Hegler, Alyssa Ann Crawford, Gabriella Walters and Noah Cagle; caregiver, Shelia Oliver of Jefferson, S.C.

Memorials may be made to the following organizations: Macedonia Baptist Church, 3944 Johnson Road, Jefferson, SC 29718, Fork Creek Methodist Church, P.O. Box 308, Jefferson, SC 29718, Sandhill Volunteer Fire Department, 2496 Sandhills VFD Road, Jefferson, SC 29718 or Angelus Community Center.

Sutton-Baumgartner Funeral Home served the Eubanks family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Thursday, Dec. 29, 2011.

Elillian T. Polson

CHERAW — Elillian T. Polson, age 66, died Dec. 25, 2011 at her home.

Funeral services were held Dec. 28 at 2 p.m. at Cheraw Family Worship Center with burial following in Chatham Hill Memorial Gardens. The family held visitation Dec. 28 from 1 to 2 p.m. at the church prior to the funeral service.

Mrs. Polson was born Aug. 1, 1945, in Chesterfield County, S.C., a daughter of the late Grafton and Pauline Stafford Therrell. She was a retired textile employee and a member of Cheraw Family Worship Center.

Polson was preceeded in death by her parents and also her husband, John C. Polson.

Surviving are her half-brother, Jerome (Mary Lou) Therrell of Florida; aunt, Catherine Barnes of Iron Mountain, Mich.; and also a number of nieces, nephews, cousins, and her loving cats, Eddie and Jackie. Memorials may be made to Cheraw Family Worship Center, 3050 Hwy. 9, Cheraw, S.C. 29520.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home of Chesterfield served the Polson Family.  Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Thursday, Dec. 29, 2011.

Betty Fay Williams

PAGELAND — Betty Fay Williams, 85, formerly of Hurricane, W.V., died Dec. 20, 2011.

Funeral services were held Dec. 23 at Mt. Moriah Baptist Church with burial following in the church cemetery. The family held visitation Dec. 23 at Mt. Moriah Baptist Church. Mrs. Williams was the daughter of the late Will Lyons and Sarah Riley Lyons. Mrs. Williams was also an active member at Mt. Moriah Baptist Church.

She was preceded in death by a brother, Lee Lyons and a sister, Anice May Perkovic.

Survivors are her husband, L.I. Williams of Pageland, S.C.; son, Drew Williams (Cathy) of Dallas, Texas; daughter, Annette Martin (Roger) of Marshville, N.C.; three grandchildren; three great grandchildren.

Memorials may be sent to Mt. Moriah Baptist Church, 6510 Mt. Moriah Church Road, Marshville, NC 28103.

Sutton-Baumgartner Funeral Home served the

Williams family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Thursday, Dec. 29, 2011.

Glenn Francis Williamson

CHERAW — Glenn Francis Williamson, 78, died Dec. 20, 2011.

A funeral service was held Dec. 22, at North Cheraw Baptist Church. Burial followed in Chatham Hill Memorial Gardens.

The family received friends Dec. 21 at Kiser Funeral Home, in Cheraw.

Born in Cheraw, S.C., he was a son of the late Jack W. and Nancy McCall Williamson. He was a U.S. Army veteran. He was a Mason (Cheraw Lodge 15) and a member of North Cheraw Baptist Church. He enjoyed hunting.

Mr. Williamson is survived by his daughter, Sherry R. Hinson of Cheraw; a brother, Ravenel (Linda) Williamson of Cheraw; sisters, Roberta (Paul) Brigman of Cheraw, Diane (Bill) Walls of Cross, S.C., three grandchildren and three great grandchildren.

Memorials may be made to: Cheraw Masonic Lodge 15, c/o Billy Wicker, 100 State Road, Cheraw, SC 29520.

Kiser Funeral Home served the Williamson Family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Thursday, Dec. 29, 2011.

Lannie Blakeney

PAGELAND — Lannie Blakeney, 56, died Dec. 13 at his home.

Funeral services were held Dec. 17 at Rose Hill Missionary Baptist Church in Lancaster. The Reverend Dr. Waldo Robinson officiated the ceremony. Burial followed in the church cemetery.

Lannie, affectionately known as “Termite,” was born to Mavis Threatt Blakeney and the late Deacon Hazel Blakeney. He accepted Christ at an early age and joined Rose Hill Missionary Baptist Church where he served as a trustee. He received his education through the Chesterfield County school system. He furthered his education at Chesterfield-Marlboro Technical College. Lannie was employed with Douglas Masonry of Pageland, until his health begin to decline.

He was preceded in death by three brothers, James Blakeney, Ellerson Blakeney and Raymond Blakeney; two sisters, Delores Baker and Willie Mae Threatt.

Mr. Blakeney is survived by his mother, Mavis Blakeney; two brothers, George (Barbara) Blakeney,

Pageland, and Randolph (Hollis) Blakeney, Lancaster; three sisters, Dallas McCain, Nettie Threatt and Maggie (Gene) Funderburk, Pageland; a brother-inlaw; two sisters-in-law; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and Mrs. Marie Thompson and Ms. Denise Price whom he loved as family.

Flemming Funeral Home served the Blakeney family. Published in The Cheraw Chronicle (Cheraw, SC), Page: 5A, Thursday, Thursday, Dec. 29, 2011.