All Obituaries

Mother Dosher Haynes Kennerly, daughter of the late Mr. Benjamin Haynes, Sr. and Mrs. Victoria Smalls Haynes was born in Ravenel, SC ( Bivens Community) on October 2, 1921. As a young girl, her family moved to Ridgeville, SC (Clubhouse/Haynes Hill Community). She departed her life on January 16, 2023. Mother Dosher received her education in Dorchester County Public Schools. At, an early age, she professed her faith in Jesus Christ and joined Sandhill UMC in Ridgeville, SC. Years later, upon...

Pamela Shirell Thompson Daly was born February 21, 1967 to the late Elmer and Flora Mae Thompson in Titusville, FL. She was called home to receive her heavenly wings on December 15, 2022. At a early age, Pamela relocated to Ridgeville, SC to be raised by her loving grandparents the late James and Elizabeth Thompson. Pamela was the second born of three children. Shortly after relocating to Ridgeville, SC she became an active member at Canaan United Methodist Church. As a member of Canaan UMC,...

Rosena Walker Butler, daughter of the late Zimmie and Dessie Walker, was born December 19, 1933 in Summerville, South Carolina. On Monday December 5, 2022, God called her name, she humbly answered, and gained her heavenly wings.   His lord said unto him, Well done, thou good and faithful servant: thou hast been faithful over a few things, I will make thee ruler over many things: enter thou into the joy of thy lord. Mathew 25:21  Rosena was educated in the public school system...

On Monday afternoon, December 5, 2022 at Trident Medical Center, the angle of Death called to out of this world, Alean L. Gillians. Alean was born on February 26, 1969 to the late Thomas Allen Ladson and Elouise W. Ladson in Summerville, SC. As a child, she attended Murray United Methodist Church, then left and visited First Emmanuel Baptist Church along with Kingdom Seekers Light of Life Ministries. She received her education at Summerville High School. She was employed at Middleton and...

Fred Williams, Jr., son of the late Fred Williams, Sr. and Lucille Perry was born on January 26, 1952, in Trenton, New Jersey. He attended the public schools of Dorchester County, graduating from Alston High School in 1971. He was employed as a carpenter providing faithful work for over 40 years. Fred was joined in marriage to his true love Mary Alice Gordon on April 2, 1993. He was a member of St. Paul UMC. He departed his life on November 27, 2022. He was preceded in death by one brother,...

Carlton Rennard Campbell was born June 3, 1968, to Johnny “Chester” and Ethel DeWeese Campbell in Summerville SC. Carlton attended and graduated from Dorchester District #2 schools. He furthered his education by attending South Carolina State University, Orangeburg SC. While at SCSU, Carlton met and married the love of his life, Veronica Marie Kizer. To this union they added Carlton Victor, Victoria Marie, and his nephewson Kristopher Quache’ Kizer.  As a youth,...

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Ms. Janie Capers of  Summerville, SC who entered into eternal rest on November 15, 2022. She was born December 26, 1930. Funeral services are incomplete at this time and will be announced at a later date. On behalf of the family, we encourage you to share your personal experiences and preserve the memory of Ms. Janie Capers for future generations to come.

Leroy Barcus, affectionately known as “LB” was born in Hemingway, SC on November 16, 1934, to the late Teddie Barcus and Rosetta Flegler Barcus.  He was preceded in death by his four sisters, Zurla Lee Barcus, Elder Ruby Greene, Gladys L. Littles, and Helen Woodberry.  A loved friend, departed from this earth on November 8, 2022 for another land, “a city which hath foundations whose builder and maker is God” Hebrews 11:10.  Leroy attended...

Anthony L. Pinckney, the son of the late Alonzo Sr. and Gloria Pinckney was born on January 4, 1962, in Summerville, SC. On Sunday, November 6, 2022, he entered into eternal rest. He is survived by his wife, Jacqueline R. Pinckney, sons, Justin (Alishia), and Jeremy, his brothers Alonzo Jr. (Agnes), Alfred, a special aunt, Shirley C. Cordes, and other family members. At an early age, he joined Central Missionary Baptist Church. He was a graduate of Summerville High School class of 1980. He...

Donald Eugene Hannah was born on January 8, 1955 to the late Oliver and Christine Hannah. On October 22, 2002, he heard the voice of the Lord say “Come home and rest.” Donald graduated from Pearl High School and then attended Pennsylvania University where he received his Bachelor’s Degree. He then went on to become a welder at Dupont. His favorite things to do were fishing, riding the motorcycle, martial arts, watching Kung Fu movies, and hanging with family and friends. In...