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Daniel Richardson "Rick" Sprott
Apr 22, 2025
Daniel Richardson “Rick” Sprott, 72, of Columbia, SC passed away on Tuesday, April 22, 2025.
Born in Greenville, SC, son of Chovine Richardson Sprott III and Elizabeth Avinger Tomlinson, Rick grew up in Columbia and graduated from Dreher High School, class of 1970.
After studying at Wofford College and The University of South Carolina, Rick went on to have a forty-plus-year career...
Hubert E. "Bert" Shuler Jr.
Apr 15, 2025
Bert Shuler, husband of Brigitte Spelde, of the Providence Community, Holly Hill, S. C., died April 15, 2025. A memorial service will be held at Providence Methodist Church, 4833 Old State Road, Holly Hill, S.C. at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, April 26. Visitation with the family will be before the service, from 9:30-10:30. Rev. Rebecca Rowell will officiate. Burial will be...
Thurman B. "TB" Elliott Jr.
Apr 15, 2025
Thurman Bernice Elliott Jr., of Eutawville, SC, passed away peacefully on April 15th at the age of 81. Born in Kingstree, South Carolina, he was the son of the late Thurman Bernice Elliott, Sr. and Mary Essie Roberts Elliott.
Thurman lived a life filled with faith, service, music, and passion. His love for the outdoors was ever-present—whether casting a line into...
Debra Baxley Tyner
Apr 11, 2025
It is with deep sorrow the family of Debra Baxley Tyner,71 announces her death on April 11, 2025, in St. Matthews, South Carolina.
Born on October 18, 1953, in Columbia, SC to parents Cleveland Thomas 11 (CT) Baxley and Ruby Daniels Baxley.
Debra lived most of her life in Hartsville, SC. She will be remembered for her happy personality and loving kindness.
She...
John Thomas "Bubba" Parker Sr.
Apr 9, 2025
John Thomas "Bubba" Parker Sr., 93 of Holly Hill, South Carolina, passed away on Wednesday, April 9, 2025.
Born on August 3, 1931 in Cross, John was a son of the late Carrie Clark Parker and Thomas Parker.John was an avid fisherman, a family man and had a strong desire to have his family together.
John is preceded in death by his...
Ronald Weatherford
Apr 7, 2025
, Ronald "Ronnie" Weatherford, 62 of Prosperity, South Carolina, passed away on Monday, April 7, 2025.
Born on December 22, 1962 in Orangeburg, Ronnie was a son of Calvin Weatherford Jr. and the late Sandra Kinard Weatherford.
Ronnie was a beloved son, brother, father, uncle, ’Pepaw,’ and friend to many. Some of his greatest joys in life, other than his grandkids, were...
Robert Frank "Bob" McCurry Sr.
Apr 7, 2025
Robert Frank McCurry, Sr. 91, of Holly Hill, South Carolina, widower of Caroline Rhame McCurry, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 7, 2025.
Born on February 12, 1934 in Greenwood, South Carolina, he was the son of Lois Lee Manley McCurry and Claude Marion McCurry. Raised in Ware Shoals, he was known as Bobby, was called Bob after college, and his...
Esther DeHay Gardner
Mar 27, 2025
Esther DeHay Gardner 86 passed away March 27, 2025 in Orangeburg Hospice Care.
Esther is survived by her husband Larry of nearly 65 years, sons Lonnie Gardner and John Gardner of Holly Hill; sister Minerva McLendon (Dan) of Anderson; brother-in-law Linwood Ackerman of Inman; niece Deanna Mutz (Chuck); nephew Richard McLendon of Anderson and several other nieces and nephews.
Esther was a...
Ernest Ward Avinger Jr.
Mar 27, 2025
Ernest Ward Avinger, Jr. 57 of Holly Hill, South Carolina, husband of Alice West Avinger, passed away on Thursday, March 27, 2025 with his family at his side.
Funeral Services will be held at Holly Hill Methodist Church at 3:00PM on Sunday, March 30, 2025 officiated by Reverend John Elmore and Reverend Cooper Stonestreet. Burial will follow in the Avinger Family...
Bettye Littlefield
Mar 25, 2025
Bettye Anne Bass Littlefield, affectionately known as "Grammy," passed away peacefully on March 25, 2025, at the age of 90. Born in West Point, Georgia and raised in Lanett Alabama, Bettye's roots were humble, but her spirit was as vibrant as the flowers she loved. A kind, sweet, and wonderful woman, Bettye touched the lives of everyone who knew her...
Juliette Mary Ketchum
Mar 24, 2025
Juliette Mary Ketchum, 85 of Orangeburg, South Carolina, passed away on Monday, March 24, 2025.
Born on February 1, 1940 in Vernon Rockville, CT was a daughter of the late Gertrude Powers Plourde and Donat Plourde.
Juliette is preceded in death by her parents.
Juliette is survived by her son Eric Ruquist, daughter Cherie Daigle, friends Marilyn and Jerry Thompson and her extended...
Mark Gregory Cercopely
Mar 15, 2025
Mark G. Cercopely, 68 of Eutawville, South Carolina, husband of Dawn Varner Cercopely passed away on Saturday, March 15, 2025.
Born on October 3, 1956 in Charleston, Mark was a son of the late Faye Marshall Cercopely and William Cercopely.
Mark was an avid outdoorsman who loved fishing, hunting and golfing. He could be found on the lake catching big bass at...
Mary Risher Watkins
Mar 10, 2025
Mary Risher Watkins, 62 of Holly Hill, South Carolina, passed away on Monday, March 10, 2025.
Born on January 6, 1963 in Harleyville, Mary was a daughter of the late Frances Infinger Risher and Johnnie Risher.
Mary was a loving mother, sister and friend.
Mary is survived by her son Justin Watkins, a brother Daniel Risher and her extended family. She was preceded...
Beverly Ann Julian
Mar 8, 2025
Beverly Ann Julian, age 66, passed away on March 8, 2025.
Beverly was born in Portsmouth, VA to the late Magdeline Petross Reynolds and Richard Stanton Petross.
She was preceded in death by her parents and children Lee Droze Jr. (Andy), and Kenneth (Kenny) Droze.
Beverly was a dedicated, loving, kind as well as stubborn beautiful soul that never met a stranger. She...
Alex John Ringo
Mar 5, 2025
Alex John Ringo, 74 of Vance, South Carolina, husband of Eileen Ringo passed away on Wednesday, March 5, 2025.
Born on November 2, 1950 in Ashland, PA Alex was a son of the late Patricia Coleman Ringo and Alex Ringo.
Alex and his father were the first custom home builders in Ashland, Pennsylvania. A Navy veteran, he moved to Florida after his...
Walter Clint Cobb
Mar 4, 2025
Walter Clint Cobb, 67 of Summerton, South Carolina, passed away on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, at his home.
Walter was born on April 2, 1957, in Kansas City, MO and grew up in Topeka, KS. He was a son of the late Dorothy Cobb Cameron Cobb and Elmer Cobb.
Walter was a man of true faith and loved sharing the love of...
Irene Shedden Creighton
Feb 28, 2025
Irene Grace Creighton, 99 of Santee, South Carolina, passed away on Friday, February 28, 2025.
Born on March 19, 1925 in London, England Irene was a daughter of the late Grace Pawse Shedden and Arthur Shedden.
Irene is preceded in death by her husband George Creighton Sr., her parents, and a brother and sister.
Irene is survived by daughter Carol Calianese (Michael); son...
Donna Marie Ulmer
Feb 26, 2025
Donna Marie Ulmer, 63 of Elloree, South Carolina, wife of Ralph Ulmer passed away on Wednesday, February 26, 2025.
Born on October 7, 1961 in Jacksonville, FL Donna was a daughter of the late Lola Pennington Faison and Donald Faison.
Donna loved gardening, her cats, and the Florida Gators. She worked for 23 years at Food Lion Warehouse where she made many friends.
Donna...
Jimmy Fleming Smith
Feb 25, 2025
Jimmy Fleming Smith, 74 of Holly Hill, South Carolina, husband of Mary Pace Smith passed away on Tuesday, February 25, 2025.
Jimmy was born on January 14, 1951, in Orangeburg, SC. Jimmy was the son of the late Louise Sweatman Smith and Odie Smith.
Jimmy was a welder for many years with different companies. He enjoyed being outside bird watching and his...
Gerald Gene "Jerry" Berkey
Feb 23, 2025
Gerald Gene Berkey (Jerry), 87 of Santee, SC passed away on Sunday, February 23, 2025.
Born on January 22, 1938, in Hooverville PA, Jerry was a son of the late Curtis Berkey and Mabel Shaffer Berkey.
Jerry is preceded in death by an infant son Timothy Kyle Berkey, daughter Melissa Lynn Berkey, brothers Milford Berkey, Rodger Berkey, sisters Connie Edmison, and Joyce...
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