Monroe D. Fields

President & Owner

Funeral Director/ Embalmer License Number #3567

Monroe Darcell Fields, Jr. was born on March 16, 1985, in Florence, SC, to Rev. Monroe Fields, Sr. and the late Barbara H. Fields Jones. From this union, two children were conceived. Mr. Fields is the younger brother to Shanelle B. Fields and is the proud father of one son, Jackson Monroe Fields. Monroe’s parents raised him with strong family values, exemplary work ethics, and taught him that, “manners would open doors that money could not."

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Monroe is a man of unstinting principles and is fanatical about being a good citizen. At the tender age of eleven, Monroe gave his life to the Lord at Savannah Grove Baptist Church, Effingham, South Carolina, under the profound leadership of Reverend Dr. Ralph W. Canty.

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Darcell received his education in the public schools of Florence School District Number 1, where he was a 2003 graduate of South Florence High School. He then broadened his education at South Carolina State University, where he obtained a Bachelor of Science Degree in Physical Education and Activity Management and graduated in May 2007.

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After completing his undergraduate studies, destined to achieve goals with vigor, Monroe decided to further extend his education and attended Gupton-Jones College of Funeral Service in Atlanta, Georgia, where he graduated with an Associate’s of Science Degree in Mortuary Science in August 2008, while working part time at the prestigious Donald Trimble Mortuary. Monroe completed a two-year apprenticeship at Pasley’s Mortuary, Charleston, SC, under the tutelage of Rev. Marvin Pasley and Rev. Ephraim D. Stephens. Monroe Fields, Jr. is a licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer in the state of South Carolina. Mr. Fields is a proud member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. 

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Monroe’s three greatest passions in life include: God, Family and Funeral Service. Monroe has always had dreams of owning a funeral home; now that his dreams are alive, he plans to serve Summerville and surrounding areas to the highest capacity.

Rev. James A. Ross

Manager & License Funeral Director

Funeral Director License number #2685

Stephanie Hardy

Office Manager/ Funeral Director Apprentice

Apprentice Funeral Director License # 4370

Stephanie Hardy is a native of Ridgeville, South Carolina and the youngest child born to the late Mr. James and Elizabeth Duggins. She is married to Robert Hardy Jr and they have three daughters. She has a passion for helping others, especially during their time of bereavement. Patience, genuineness and kind heartedness are just a few of the qualities Stephanie brings to the team. She believes in greeting everyone with a warm smile, empathy, compassion, and respect. Her motto in life is, “Don’t judge each day by the harvest you reap, but by the seeds you plant. Sow good seeds''. 

Romans 12:12 “Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer”.

Dr. Shanelle Fields

Grief Counselor/ Funeral Director Apprentice

 Apprentice Funeral Director License #4308

Dr. Shanelle Fields is a native of Florence, South Carolina. She is the oldest child of the Rev. Monroe Fields, Sr. and the late Barbara H. Fields Jones and a sister Monroe Fields, Jr. Her education includes a BA in English Education from College of Charleston, a Masters in School Counseling from the Citadel Military College, and a PhD in Human Services and Counseling from Capella University. She is a proud member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. From 2002-2020, she has been a middle and high school English teacher and a Professional school counselor.  In November 2018, she completed her supervision to become an LPC and has opened a small private practice in Summerville aptly named Taking the First Step Counseling & Educational Services. Presently, she is a Funeral Director apprentice and Licensed Grief Counselor.

Jackson Fields

Funeral Attendant

Jackson Monroe Fields was born to Monroe D. Fields Jr. and Chiquita Fields on August 17, 2011. Jackson enjoys playing football, gaming, and riding four wheelers. He is a member of Mt. Moriah Missionary Baptist Church. Jackson has been raised around funeral service all of his life and is waiting with anticipation for the time when he can matriculate to mortuary school to become a Licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer. Jackson loves the family business!

Trenton X. Bennett

Funeral Attendant

Trenton X. Bennett is a native of Ridgeville SC. He is the youngest child of Akeisha Bennett and the late Charles Pringle Jr,.. Trenton graduated from Woodland High School and is currently attending Piedmont Technical College to become a licensed Funeral Director an Embalmer. One of his greatest passions in life is serve people during their state of bereavement. 

Mark 11:24- Therefore I say unto you, What things soever ye desire, when ye pray, believe that ye receive them, and ye shall have them

Shawntey Wallace - Johnson

Funeral Attendant

Shawntey Wallace-Johnson is a native of Charleston, SC.  She holds a MS in Business Management from Southern Wesleyan University.  She is passionate about people and social services and strives daily to make a positive impact in the lives of those that she serves.  She brings over 20 years of social service experience to the AAG family.  Shawntey models her life after the golden rule by simply “treating others as she wants to be treated.”  In her spare time, she enjoys reading, traveling and spending time with her mom and son.

Shawn Folk

Funeral Attendant

Shawn Folk is a native of Harleyville, SC, and is a funeral attendant at The Albert A. Glover Funeral Home. He is currently a student at Piedmont Technical College where his major is Funeral Services. His future goal is to one day own his very own funeral home.

Joella Copeland

Funeral Attendant

Santana Copeland was born in New York City and raised in Charleston, SC. She graduated high school in New York City and soon after moved back to South Carolina in 2007. She is currently a student at Horry-Georgetown Tech and plans to transfer to South Carolina State University to complete her bachelor’s degree in psychology.

Joshua Downey

Funeral Attendant

Joshua Downey was born and raised in North Charleston, SC. He graduated from Fort Dorchester High School in 2014 and from Claflin University in 2018. Joshua is a member of Mt. Moriah Missionary Baptist Church where he serves as a Deacon. Joshua is also the Vice President of the Charleston County Alumni Association of Claflin University.

Jaquan Hamilton

Funeral Attendant

Jaquan Hamilton was born and raised in Walterboro, SC. He began working in the funeral industry in 2009. While serving over the years, he developed a passion for the people and the community in which he serves. Jaquan has been a proud member of the Albert A Glover staff since 2020. 

Bre'Anshe' Edwards

Funeral Director & Embalmer Apprentice

Bre’Anshe Edwards is a native of Orangeburg, South Carolina. At a young age, she recognized her true passion for funeral service and caring for others.  Recognizing this passion, upon graduation from Orangeburg-Wilkinson High School, she attended Gupton-Jones College of Funeral Service in Decatur, GA where she successfully attained a degree in Mortuary Science and will be seeking licensure in the state of South Carolina. She is a Certified Crematory Arranger and Operator. In addition, Bre’Anshe also attained a Bachelor’s in Business Administration from Argosy University. She is a member at The Life Center Cathedral in Charleston, South Carolina. Bre’Anshe continuously express her commitment to others and pour back into the community by being active member in a variety of organizations. Bre’Anshe, believes in providing each family she serves with the best service, dignity and professionalism.

 “A life of significance is about serving those who need your gifts, your leadership, your purpose.” Kevin Hall

Lorraine Pryor

Funeral Attendant

Lorraine Pryor is a native of Charleston SC. She is a graduate of Burke High School. After graduating high school, she entered the US Air Force where she served twenty-five years in a rewarding career. Lorraine continued to serve our country as a federal government employee until her retirement in 2018. She is a graduate of St. Leo University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Human Resource Management and an Associate of Arts degree in Liberal Arts.