Obituaries

May 7, 2025

Lula Reain McKoy Harris - Howard was born on June 3, 1930, in Garland North Carolina to the late Jimmy McKoy and Lula Kerr McKoy. Lula departed her earthly life peacefully on the morning of May 7, 2025, in Lexington, South Carolina.

In her adolescent years, Lulu received her early education through Sampson County Public Schools.

May 1, 2025

Ms. Derotha Brown Quattlebaum was born January 17, 1952 in Aiken County, South Carolina to the late Simon and Geneva Ellison-Brown. She was the 4th of six children. She was preceded in death by a brother, James Leon Brown and a sister Mary Alice Brown Hudson.

Derotha attended Sardis Elementary School and graduated from A.L. Corbett High...

Apr 23, 2025

Rosa Mae Johnson, daughter of the late Hubert and Arrie McCreary, was born on December 20, 1954 in Washington, DC.  She passed on April 23. 2025.

Rosa was a joyful, loving and kind person.  She loved  to laugh and dance while enjoying time with her family.  She was an energetic individual with a passion for helping others...

Apr 19, 2025

Mrs. Carrie Lou Mitchell Williams was born on January 26, 1947 to the late Mr. James Mitchell Sr. and Lucy Mitchell. She was called to take her place in her heavenly home on April 19, 2025.

Carrie Lou was raised in the Batesburg-Leesville area. She graduated from Twin-City High School in 1965. Carrie was married to David...

Apr 5, 2025

Mr. James S. Harris was the first-born son of the late Solomon J. and Ellen Geiger Harris. He was born on July 27, 1947 in Lexington, SC and he entered eternal rest on April 5, 2025.

James attended elementary school through high school at Rosenwald High School in Lexington, SC and was affectionately known as "Tree". While...

Mar 22, 2025

"And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying neither shall there be no more pain." Revelation 21:4

Ms. Margie Helen Hall was born in Aiken County, South Carolina on February 5,1944. She was the daughter of the late James Benjamin Hall (1946) and Helen...

Mar 8, 2025

Donna Faye Phillips was born on February 5, 1963 to the late Barbara Steadman and Eugene Williams. She was called to take her place in her heavenly home on March 8, 2025.

Donna was born in Aiken County. At an early age, Donna's family relocated to Jamaica, Queens New York, where she attended New York Public Schools....

Mar 4, 2025

Johnny Julius Morgan, Sr., entered into eternal rest on March 4, 2025, in Decatur, GA, at the age of 84. Johnny was a beloved son, husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. He lived a life full of love and laughter.

Johnny was born on Feb. 22, 1941, in Salley, SC, as the third youngest...

Feb 5, 2025

Mrs. Elouise Drafts Gary was born on September 9, 1947 to the late Sims and Hattie Mae Drafts in Leesville, South Carolina. On February 5, 2025 Elouise gained her precious wings.

Elouise attended Rosenwald School in Lexington, SC. Prior to her marriage, she resided in the Gilbert and Mt. Zion communities for many years. At an early...

Feb 4, 2025

Mr. Anthony Bethea was born on March 19, 1961, to Patsy Dean Bethea and the late Clark Benjamin Thompson. He peacefully transitioned from this life on February 4, 2025. Raised in Lexington County, South Carolina, Anthony was educated in the Lexington County public school system and Charlotte, North Carolina, Mecklenburg County.

Anthony had a passion for sports...

Feb 4, 2025

Ms. Sherry Ann Swedenburg was born on September 28, 1969, to Devon Swedenburg and the late James Swedenburg in Wagener, South Carolina.

Sherry was a proud 1987 graduate of Wagener-Salley High School. She earned an associate's degree in medical office administration from Virginia College.

Sherry worked for Wagener Manufacturing Company until it closed. She ended...

Feb 1, 2025

Deacon Robert K. Felder was born on September 27, 1957 to the late Fletcher Felder and Margaret C. Felder in Aiken County, SC.

Robert graduated from Wagener-Salley High School in 1976. He was a huge supporter of the Wagener-Salley High Football team.

Robert was a faithful member of Antioch Missionary Baptist Church where he became...

Jan 23, 2025

Mr. Richard Williams was born on March 24, 1974 to the Rosetta W. Brown and the late Raymond Lee Brown in  Aiken County. He was affectionally known as "Peanut" to his family and friends.

Peanut was educated in the Aiken County Public School  System. He was especially proud to be a father and  grandfather. Peanut enjoyed spending...

Jan 14, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Robert Johnson Bey, affectionately known as "Bey" who left his earthly form on January 14, 2025. Born in Brooklyn, New York, on November 5, 1941, Bey was the eldest of ten children.  He was a beacon of strength and resilience earning his high school diploma from the NYC educational system and...

Jan 4, 2025

Deacon Joseph C. Younginer was born on January 21, 1945, in Lexington, South Carolina, to the late Conrad and Ella Rose Younginer. He peacefully transitioned on January 4, 2025 at his home surrounded by his loving family.

Joseph was the second of nine children born in a loving and close nit family. He attended Lexington Rosenwald School...

Dec 30, 2024

Wanda Louise Tyler, born on April 19, 1966, in Aiken County, South Carolina, to the late Lucielle Landy and Lee Staley, peacefully transitioned on December 30, 2024.

Wanda was a proud Honor Graduate of Wagener-Salley High School. She gave her life to Christ at an early age while attending Chalk Hill Baptist Church. She wore many hats...

Dec 25, 2024

Marjorie Pough Davis, daughter of the late Addlee Pough and the late Lenton Amaker was born on October 23, 1944, and peacefully transitioned to her heavenly home on December 25, 2024 while surrounded by her loving family.

Marjorie was born in North, South Carolina, but later moved to Pelion, South Carolina where she has lived for over...

Dec 21, 2024

Vernice Scott, daughter of the Mardia and the late Willie Jones, peacefully transitioned to her heavenly home on December 21, 2024.

Vernice was born on July 23, 1950, in Malden, Missouri.  She relocated to South Carolina and later married Eddie Lee Scott who preceded her in passing.

Vernice was also preceded in passing by her...

Dec 12, 2024

Elizabeth Elaine Guyton Penn, daughter of the late Jacob and Willimae Guyton was born on November 26, 1952, in Wagener, South Carolina, and peacefully transitioned to her heavenly home on December 12, 2024.

Elaine was a faithful member of Baughmanville Baptist Church.  She started attending at an early age and was baptized when she was 6 years...

Dec 3, 2024

Christopher Joseph Brown, son of Nancy Elizabeth Lucas Brown and the late Joseph C. Brown, was born on October 21, 1960, and transitioned to his heavenly home on December 3, 1960 while surrounded by his family and friends.

Christopher, also known as Chris, was born in New York, New York.  He and his family later relocated to...