Carolyn Baylor Thames, 82, wife of the late Kenneth Charles Thames, Sr., passed away peacefully Wednesday, October 28, 2026, at McLeod Hospice House in Florence, SC.
Carolyn was born October 31, 1943, in Kingstree, SC, the daughter of Woodrow Wilson Baylor and Flora Louise Gray Baylor. She was a graduate of Kingstree High School and retired after many years of serving as an assistant teacher in Williamsburg County Schools. She was a member of Kingstree First Baptist Church. Carolyn enjoyed following her grandchildren’s sports. She also loved fishing and canning vegetables from her garden.
Surviving are: 3 sons, Kenneth C. “Ken” (Tammy) Thames, Jr. of Alcolu, SC, Kevin (Michelle) Thames of Johnsonville, SC, and Kerry (Emily) Thames of Kingstree; her daughter, Amy (Bruce) Gause of Kingstree; grandchildren, Kenneth C. (Laci) Thames III, Phillip (Amber) Thames, and Christian (Evan) Floyd, all of New Zion, SC, Melinda Thames of Andrews, SC, Kimberly Thames of Hemingway, SC, Sgt. Neal (Megan) Thames of Hinesville, GA, Brittany (Tyler) Morris of Johnsonville, SC, Brandon Ray of Andrews, SC, Brook (Austin) Rabon of Johnsonville, Madison (Jordan) Ciesielski of Conway, SC, Nathan (Breanna) Thames of Kingstree, Abigail Tranquilino of Pennsylvania, Brandy Lambert of Charleston, SC, Justin (Maci) Gause of Kingstree, and Brandy Gause of Darlington, SC; and many great grandchildren. In addition to her husband Kenneth and her parents, Carolyn was preceded in death by a great grandson, Noah Thames.
Carolyn’s family gives special thanks to Shonda McCullough of Guardian Angels Senior Care for her love and compassion and the staff at McLeod Hospice House for their excellent care.
Graveside funeral services for Carolyn will be 2 P.M. Saturday, October 31, 2026, in Kingstree Memorial Gardens, 11095 Hemingway Highway, Kingstree, SC. Memorials may be sent to MUSC Foundation, Children’s Health, 18 Bee Street, MSC450, Charleston, SC 29425 or online at www.giving.musc.edu. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.WilliamsburgFuneralHome.com.

Rebecca Ann Flagler Smith, 83, of Kingstree, SC, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Wednesday, October 28, 2026.
Ann was born July 14, 1943, in Kingstree, SC, a daughter of the late John C. Flagler and Pauline Tisdale Flagler. She was a graduate of Kingstree High School. Many of you knew her from the Exchange Bank of Kingstree, where she retired after 34 years of service to the bank. She loved all of her customers.
Ann is survived by: her daughter Rhonda Smith of the home where she took care of her mother until her passing; a brother, John Charles “Chuck” Flagler, of Kingstree; a granddaughter, Mrs. McKenzie Loos and her husband Tanner Loos both of Winston Salem, NC., and Ann’s great granddaughter, Adellaide Loos of Winston Salem, along with a future great grandson, Luke Loos; and lots of cousins and friends.
In addition to her parents, Ann was preceded in death by her husband, Ronald Linton Smith, Sr., her son, Ronald Linton Smith, Jr., daughter Sheila Smith Forester and infant daughter, Cheral Angela Smith.
Graveside funeral services for Ann will be 11 AM, Saturday, October 31, 2026, in Williamsburg Cemetery. Ann’s family will receive family and friends at the graveside following the service.
Ann’s family sends a special thank you to Agape Hospice Care, especially Jean Smith and Sherry Thompson for all their love and compassion during Ann’s illness.
Memorials may be made to support dementia research or to Rhonda Smith to help with medical and funeral costs. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.WilliamsburgFuneralHome.com.

Lisa Renee Tisdale Phillips, 59, passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, October 21, 2026.
Lisa was born June 19, 1967, in Kingstree, SC, the daughter of the late Winston Tisdale and Joyce Rivers Tisdale. She was a graduate of North Myrtle Beach High School and received a certificate in criminal justice from Williamsburg Technical College. Her kindness and generosity made her beloved by family and friends. She cared for others deeply and always wanted to put aside her worries and brighten the days of the people around her. She enjoyed life even in the tough times and was looking forward to a bright future. Lisa enjoyed the outdoors, especially gardening, and writing and painting when she was indoors. She loved spending time with her beloved granddaughter. Those who knew her will deeply miss her radiant smile and gentle nature.
Surviving are: her daughter, Kimberly Phillips and her fiancé Jonathan Lopez of Andrews, SC; her son, Jack Phillips of Andrews, SC; granddaughter, Samantha Lopez; her fiancé, Robert Don Mitchum, Jr. of St. Stephen; and beloved cousins, Robin, Wayne and Aaron Thompson and Vickie, Dianne, Debbie and Mary Lynn Tisdale.
A graveside service for Lisa will be held at 1PM, Saturday, November 7, 2026, at Cedar Grove Baptist Church, 3905 Big Woods Road, Kingstree, SC. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.WilliamsburgFuneralHome.com.

Thomas “Tommy” Altman was born on August 5, 1943, in Suttons, South Carolina, to the late Mary Evelyn Altman. A hardworking and steadfast man, Tommy was deeply devoted to his family. He will be remembered for his strength, faith, dedication, and lifelong commitment to serving others.
Tommy shared 59 wonderful years of marriage with his beloved wife, Geneva Ward Altman. Together, they built a life centered on family, hard work, and lasting memories. He was a devoted husband and father who took pride in his family and cherished the time they spent together.
Some of Tommy’s happiest memories were made outdoors. He loved camping with the camping club and especially treasured the many summers spent camping at Somerset with his grandchildren. These summers created memories that his family will hold close for years to come. He also loved spending time at the farm, riding his tractor and enjoying the simple pleasures of a life well lived.
Tommy had a special passion for service and helping others. Each summer, he looked forward to taking the youth from his church to participate in the Salkahatchie Summer Service, where they worked to help those in need.
Throughout his working life, Tommy held several jobs that reflected his strong work ethic and practical skills. His employment included driving trucks for J.Carlisle Shirer Trucking, Georgia-Pacific Chemical Division, and Santee Cooper’s Gopher Program. He also worked as a mechanic at Albany International.
Tommy was a member of Suttons Methodist Church and the Suttons Men’s Club, where he maintained connections with his community and fellow members.
Above all, Tommy’s greatest legacy is the family he loved and the memories he leaves behind. He is survived by his beloved wife of 59 years, Geneva Ward Altman; his children, Jamie Eston Altman (Shand) and Leslie Altman Whetzel (Jeff); his grandchildren, Savannah Whetzel Johnson (Konner), Ashton Jameson Altman, and Miller Altman Whetzel; and his great-granddaughter, Ella Mae Marie Johnson. He is also survived by his sister-in-law, Isla Rebecca Gross (Norm); his nephew, Robby Carpenter, whom he loved as his own; an aunt, Minnie Campbell and many other family members and friends who will miss him dearly.
The family extends a heartfelt thank-you to Amedisys Hospice for the compassionate care they provided to Tommy. Special appreciation is given to his caregiver, Ms. Shayolanda McClary, whose kindness, warmth, and loving presence were such a bright light during his final days. The family is also deeply grateful to his very special friends, Pete and Vaiter Litchfield, who faithfully visited him and brought comfort through their friendship.
Tommy’s legacy lives on in the family he cherished, the lives he touched, and the countless memories that will forever be treasured by those who loved him.
Funeral services for Tommy will be held at 12 PM, October 22, 2026, at Suttons Methodist Church, 3168 Santee Road, Andrews, SC, with burial to follow in the church cemetery. Tommy’s family will receive family and friends from 5 to 7 PM, Wednesday, October 21, 2026, at Williamsburg Funeral Home in Kingstree, SC. Memorials may be made to Suttons Methodist Church Youth Group, c/o Donna Piatt, 2449 Santee Road, Andrews, SC 29510.
Online condolences may be sent to the family on the obituary page at www.WilliamsburgFuneralHome.com.

Janice Burgess Hardy, 84, passed away peacefully Friday, October 16, 2026, at Carlyle Senior Care of Kingstree with family by her side.
Janice was born June 24, 1942, in Kingstree, SC, a daughter of the late Lamar William Burgess, Jr. and Odessa Martin Burgess. She was a graduate of Kingstree High School and worked many years at Baxter Travenol in Kingstree. Janice enjoyed planting flowers, visiting the beach and the mountains and spending time with family and friends.
Surviving are: her daughter Teresa “Sissy” (Rodney) Jordan of Sumter, SC; her son, Mike (Gwen) Powell of Kingstree, SC; 4 grandchildren, Amber (Timmy) Vereen, Chase Powell, Hannah (Chandler) Scott, and Burgess Jordan; 2 great grandchildren, Chloe and Tripp Vereen; brothers, Dicky (Olivia) Burgess of Midlothian, VA and Lamar William “Bill” Burgess, III of Kingstree; a sister, Gail (Leon) McKnight of Florence, SC; a brother-in-law, Joe Reaves of Florence, SC; and her best friend, Jamie Fulton of Andrews along with many cousins, nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, Janice was preceded in death by a sister, Dianne B. Reaves and a sister-in-law, Miriam R. Burgess.
Graveside funeral services for Janice will be 3 P.M. Monday, October 19, 2026, in Kingstree Memorial Gardens, 11095 Hemingway Highway, Kingstree, SC. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.WilliamsburgFuneralHome.com.

Douglas “Mac” McArthur Edgeworth, 84, husband of Jenny Mishoe Edgeworth, passed away on October 14, 2026, at MUSC Health Black River Medical Center in Cades, South Carolina.
Doug was born March 28, 1942, in Scranton, South Carolina, to the late Leoard Hayes Edgeworth and Dulah Austeen Todd Edgeworth. His life was defined by faith, family, service to others, hard work, and an unwavering belief that every person deserved to be treated with dignity and respect.
Doug retired from Firestone after more than 30 years of dedicated service. His commitment to helping others extended far beyond his career. He was a passionate advocate for individuals with developmental disabilities and served as President of The Arc of Nash County, North Carolina. Doug believed deeply in helping people find a way forward—not simply offering a handout, but giving a hand up while preserving a person’s dignity.
A faithful man who loved God and his family, Doug was a member of Kingstree First Pentecostal Holiness Church. His faith guided the way he lived, the way he treated others, and the way he cared for the people around him.
Doug was also an avid photographer with a particular love for photographing barns. His work appeared in Barns Across America through the Smithsonian. He was also the published author of Gryphons of the Sandhills, a natural storyteller, and—at least according to Doug—quite the comedian. Doug also loved learning about family genealogy and spent countless hours working alongside his niece, Lisa Monroy, mapping the Edgeworth bloodline.
Above everything else, Doug loved his family.
To most, he was Doug, but to his brothers, sisters, nieces, and nephews, he was simply Mac—a name connected to family, history, and the people who had known and loved him the longest.
He had a special place in his heart for all 28 of his nieces and nephews, and they held an equally special place in his life.
Doug’s love for family extended far beyond those related to him by blood. Over the years, he opened his home and his heart to many of his children’s friends, becoming a steady presence, mentor, protector, and, in many ways, a second father to more young people than could ever be counted. If you were one of the kids who found your way into the Edgeworth home, chances are Doug made room for you, looked out for you, and treated you like one of his own.
Doug was a protector, a provider, and a steady presence for those who depended on him. He was quiet by nature, but he carried a strength and presence that did not require many words. He was kind, generous, resilient, fiercely loyal, and devoted to the people he loved.
He believed family came first. He believed a person was only as good as their name and their word, and he believed every person deserved to be treated with dignity and respect.
His outlook yielded respect throughout. His compassion endured, spanning years.
Doug was loved by many and truly a stranger to none. He had a way of making people feel seen, valued, and welcomed, whether he had known them for decades or had only just met them.
He is survived by his wife of 23 years, Jenny Mishoe Edgeworth; his children, Mark Bain and wife Amy Bain of Hallandale, Florida; Douglas L. Edgeworth and wife Christine Edgeworth of Halethorpe, Maryland; Carter H. Edgeworth and wife Kate Schulze of Elkridge, Maryland; and Amanda C. Edgeworth and partner Joe Hyla III of Ingleside, Maryland; and his adopted grandchildren, Gregory Palicios and Brittany Palicios.
He is also survived by his siblings, Faye Collins, Jane Guthrie, Marceline Allen, Don Edgeworth, and Nancy Calcutt; his brother-in-law, Ed J. Mishoe; his 28 nieces and nephews; and many extended family members and friends whose lives were made better simply because Doug was part of them.
Doug was preceded in death by his wife, Corinne Phillips Edgeworth; his parents, Leoard and Dulah Edgeworth of Scranton, South Carolina; his mother-in-law, LouDell Mishoe; and his brothers and sisters, Genelle Lee, Norman Edgeworth, Charles Edgeworth, L.H. Edgeworth, and Marilla Anne Sweat.
Doug leaves behind far more than a list of accomplishments. He leaves behind a legacy of faith, loyalty, kindness, generosity, advocacy, and devotion to family.
Those who knew him will remember his stories, his humor, his photographs, his willingness to stand up for others, his unwavering faith, and most of all, the way he loved his family.
Funeral services for Doug will be held at 12: 00 PM, Monday, October 19, 2026, at Williamsburg Funeral Home in Kingstree, SC. Doug’s family will receive family and friends beginning at 11:00 AM just prior to the service.
Flowers may be sent to Williamsburg Funeral Home.
For those who wish to send a memorial, the family asks that donations be made in Doug’s memory to The Arc of the United States online at www.thearc.org. , continuing his lifelong commitment to advocating for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Online condolences may be sent to the family on the obituary page at www.WilliamsburgFuneralHome.com.