All Obituaries

Mr. Bobby James was born on February 25, 1950, in Orangeburg County, South Carolina to the late Mr. Boy James and the late Mrs. Bethsheba Clemons James.  On Tuesday September 26, 2023, the Lord reached down and claimed one of his own. Mr. Bobby James departed this life at his residence in Pine Dale, South Carolina. Bobby attended A.L. Corbett High School in Wagener, South Carolina.  He was a graduate with the class of 1968. At an early age, Bobby joined the Oakey Spring Baptist...

Willie Marion Black Jr., son of the late Willie Marion Black Sr. and Roberta Black was born on October 8, 1947 in Lexington, South Carolina. Willie was a graduate of Lexington Rosenwald High School, class of 1965.  He enlisted in the US Army in 1965 and served his country for four years.  During this time, he completed a tour in Vietnam.  Willie was a faithful and dedicated member of New Bethel AME Church where he was very supportive to the different church...

Lyle Jaye Hines, son of Dores Simmons, was born on April 3, 1975 and passed on September 18, 2023. Lyle leaves to cherish the memories of the life he lived two sons, Tamir Hines and Aljabir Hines; one daughter Desirea Hines; one grandson and a host of other family members and friends. Service information will be provided once arrangements are made.

Carrie Lean Williams “Guild Me O Thou Great Jehovah” Carrie Lean Williams, born on May 19, 1933, in Georgia to proud parents Jim Henry of Canton, MS, and Mariah Watson of Poplarville, MS, peacefully passed away on September 14, 2023, at her home in Lexington, SC, with the loving presence of two of her devoted daughters by her side. Carrie's life was a testament to the enduring power of love, family, and unwavering strength. She was preceded in death by her parents, her...

Morris Ray, age 64, passed away on September 11, 2023. He was born January 1, 1959, to Eugene Ray and Rebecca Ashley Ray. Morris worked for Fogle Brothers, Guinyard Brick Company, and Transtel of Pelion from which he retired due to health reasons. He remained active by pressure washing, cutting yards and maintaining his landscaping business. Morris was a faithful member of Darian Baptist Church where he served as an usher and kept the grounds of the church up to date. He was always willing...

Lashanda Michelle Patterson was born on Saturday, April 2, 1988, in Augusta, GA. She was educated in the Barnwell County School System and was a 2007 graduate of Williston-Elko High. Shanda, as she was affectionately called, loved playing sports during her adolescent years. She enjoyed being a cheerleader, as well as playing basketball, volleyball and running track. She received an award for Most Valuable Player (MVP) for Williston-Elko Blue Devils Basketball team. While...

Barbara Jean Patterson, daughter of the late Leila Mae & Junious Patterson, was born on Monday, April 2, 1951, in Aiken, SC. She quietly and swiftly transitioned on Thursday, August 31, 2023, while surrounded by her loving family. Barbara was a 1971 graduate of Martha Schofield High. At an early age, Barbara was baptized at Mt. Harris Missionary Baptist Church. While attending Mt. Harris, she volunteered with the Love Camp Summer Program, working in the Teen Class. Barbara worshiped at...

Dauson Riley Lindon, son of Dorothy Boyd Linden and Stephen Linden was born on March 31, 2003 and died August 2023.  

Jatavious Harris (Bay Bay) was born on May 26, 2003 and departed this life on July 17, 2023.  He was the loving son of Tiffany Watson and Tarik Harris, Sr. Jatavious attended school in Clearwater, South Carolina, and was a 2021 graduate of Ridge Spring-Monetta High School in Monetta, South Carolina. Jatavious became a member of Piney Grove Baptist Church at an early age. He served as a member of the Male Choir. Jatavious was a very shy and quiet person.  He loved cooking on the...

Levi Frazier, son of the late Reba Clark Frazier, was born on November 15, 1951.  Levi transitioned from his earthly home on July 7, 2023, after a brief illness. Levi Was born and raised in Aiken County, South Carolina, and he was educated in the public school system of Aiken County, South Carolina.  At an early age Levi started attending his family church, Zion Hill Missionary Baptist Church.  Later in life Levi started attending The Temple of God Ministries of Wagener,...