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Chester Jack Field
Aug 7, 2025
Chester Jack Field son of the late Charles and Dollie Field of Walters Crossing, PA. passed away and went to the heavenly father in the loving arms of his wife Cindy, and loved ones on August7, 2025.
He was preceded in death by a son Warren E. Field, wife Jocelyn and brothers and sisters, Oliver, Benjamin, Margaretta, Warren, Patrick, June, Charles,...
Codie Martinez
Aug 6, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Codie Matinez who left this world far too soon on August 6, 2025, at the age of 20.
Born on July 18, 2005, Codie was a bright light in the lives of all who knew him- a loving son, a devoted brother, and a loyal friend. Codie was deeply loved and forever remembered...
Donna King Rorabaugh
Aug 4, 2025
Donna K. Rorabaugh, long-time resident of South Carolina, passed away peacefully at her home near Holly Hill on August 4, 2025. Born in 1937 in Binghamton, NY, she and her family moved to Florida when she was still young. She met her future husband, Philip Rorabaugh, in 1953 at a Youth For Christ camp in Toccoa, GA. They were married...
Dorothy Williams
Aug 2, 2025
Dorothy Jean Williams, a beloved Christian woman whose faith, love, and service touched everyone she met, passed away peacefully on August 2, 2025, at the age of 84. Originally from Eutawville, SC, and most recently of Hampton, Dorothy lived a life devoted to God, her family, and her community.
Dorothy was the cherished wife of the late Freddye Williams. She was...
Anne Whitehead
Jul 29, 2025
“There remains, then, a Sabbath-rest for the people of God; for anyone who enters God’s rest also rests from their works, just as God did from his.” Hebrews 4:9-10.
Anne Effenberger Whitehead entered eternal rest on July 29, 2025. Born October 5, 1939, in Wolfsburg, Germany, to Willibald Oskar and Karoline Inninger Effenberger, Anne grew up in war torn Germany. While...
Beverly "Becky" Riley Ulmer
Jul 24, 2025
Beverly “Becky” Jean Ulmer, 88, widow of Jacob S Ulmer, Jr passed away peacefully on July 24, 2025. Becky was born June 30, 1937, in Columbia, SC. She was the daughter of the late Marion Rhett Rily, Sr, and Ellen Bellinger Riley of St Matthews, SC.
Becky lived her life rooted in faith, family, and deep devotion to her community. Becky...
Oscar Joseph Veno Sr.
Jul 21, 2025
Oscar Joseph Veno, Sr. born March 9, 1926, went on to meet the Lord Monday, July 21, 2025, where he was reunited with his wife who he married in 1947, Gertrude Alma Rudd Veno and his daughter and son-in-law, Jann and Dalton Connor. He was the only remaining of his siblings, Dorothy and Desalee. Mourning his earthly departure are his...
Stephen Dennis Westbury
Jul 20, 2025
Stephen Dennis Westbury, 71 of Eutawville, South Carolina, passed away on Monday, July 21, 2025.
Born on February 14, 1954, in St. George, Stephen was a son of the late Geneva Smith Westbury and Oscar Westbury.
Stephen enjoyed living on the lake and his time spent with his friends at the VFW.
Stephen is preceded in death by his parents and a grandson.
Stephen...
Geralene Cynthia Moody
Jul 2, 2025
Geralene C. Moody, 66 of Moncks Corner, South Carolina, passed away on Wednesday, July 2, 2025.
Born on February 5, 1959, in Moncks Corner, Geralene was the daughter of the late Hanna Christine Moody and Thomas Brooks Moody Jr.
Geralene enjoyed spending time with her family, shopping, and most of all, fishing and spending the day at flea markets. Geralene is preceded...
Darren Eugene Flannery
Jul 2, 2025
Darren Eugene Flannery, 52 of West Columbia, South Carolina, husband of Lori Pratt Flannery passed away on Wednesday, July 2, 2025.
Born on August 22, 1972, in Beaufort, SC Darren was a son of Clarence Eugene Flannery and Jeanne Blanchard Flannery.
Darren was a loving husband and devoted father. He enjoyed fishing and camping but most importantly spending time with his family.
Darren...
Jeanette Elliott Shuler
Jun 20, 2025
Jeanette Elliott Shuler,84, widow of Abram Manning Shuler, Jr passed away peacefully on June 20, 2025 surrounded by her family. Born December 5,1940 in Greeleyville, SC she was the daughter of the late Thurman Bernice Elliott, Sr, and Mary Essie Roberts Elliott.
Jeanette lived a life rooted in faith, family, and deep devotion to educating children. Jeanette attended Holly Hill High...
Jake W. "Jakie" Dempsey Jr.
May 31, 2025
Jake W. “Jakie” Dempsey Jr., age 66, passed away on May 30, 2025.
Born on January 29, 1959, Jakie was the son of the late Jake W. Dempsey and Shirley Kelly Dempsey.
Jakie and his siblings were raised on Lake Marion, where he spent most of his life enjoying the outdoors and the simple joys of lake living. He had a lifelong...
Kathy Hamlin Berrian
May 31, 2025
Kathy Lorraine Berrian, 68, of Eutawville, South Carolina, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 31, 2025, with her family by her side.
Born on January 10, 1957, in Charleston, South Carolina, Kathy was the beloved daughter of the late Mildred Rhodes Hamlin and Thomas Jefferson Hamlin.
A woman of enduring faith and gentle strength, Kathy was a devoted member of Eutawville Baptist...
Beatrice S. Avinger
May 20, 2025
Beatrice S. Avinger, 95, of Saint George, South Carolina, passed away on Tuesday, May 20, 2025.
Born on December 21, 1929, in Philadelphia, PA, Beatrice was one of fourteen children born to the late Charles Edward Smith and Alice Oakes.
Beatrice grew up with a love for God and Family. Affectionately known as Ms. B or Granny Beatie, to family and friends,...
Walter Rodney Mitchum
May 9, 2025
Walter Rodney Mitchum, 75 beloved partner of Donna Lee Lyon, father, grandfather, and brother, passed away on May 9, 2025.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, May 24, 2025, at 2PM at Avinger Funeral Home. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. Burial will follow at Eutawville Cemetery, Hwy. 6, Eutawville.
Honored to serve as pallbearers are Rodney's...
Chester Lee Hilton Jr.
May 6, 2025
Chester Lee Hilton Jr., 72 of Cross, South Carolina, passed away on Tuesday, May 6, 2025.
Born on June 1, 1952, in Charleston, Chester was a son of the late Dorothy Brown Hilton and Chester Hilton Sr.
Chester was an extremely good carpenter and a jack of all trades. He owned his own business for over 30 years. Chester enjoyed fishing and...
Gladys Griffin Kemmerlin Rush
May 2, 2025
Gladys Griffin Kemmerlin Rush, 89 of Vance, South Carolina, passed away on Friday, May 2, 2025.
Born on April 30, 1936 in Santee, SC Gladys was a daughter of the late Bessie Martin Griffin and Noney Griffin. Gladys was an outstanding basketball player at both Providence and Holly Hill High School. She enjoyed sports, traveling and especially cruises. She was the...
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...
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