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.

Earnest Loyd Baylor, 84, beloved husband of Jill Martin Baylor, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on Thursday, October 8, 2026.
Earnest was born on July 19, 1942, in Andrews, a son of the late John Henry “Joe” Baylor and Frances Cantley Baylor. He retired as the planer mill foreman at Charleston Heart Pine. Some of Earnest’s greatest joy came from woodworking, fishing, and especially family gatherings at the pond.He was a faithful member of Bloomingvale Baptist Church.
In addition to Jill, his wife of 63 years, Earnest is survived by his daughters, Denise (Robbie) Wilson and Tammi Thomas, both of Georgetown, SC; his son, Ernie (Erica) Baylor of Syracuse, NY; his grandchildren, Stan (Abby) Wilson, Lindsay (Wesley) Wilson, Jillian Thomas, Macee (Edward) McElveen, Mila Baylor, and Liam Baylor; his great-grandchildren, Pierce and Trace Poston, Nash and Blaze Thomas, Rebekah and Kerrigan Wilson, Olivia and Odin Wilson, and Mack McElveen; and his siblings, Walter Baylor and Donna Jean Cox. In addition to his parents, Joe and Frances, he was preceded in death by his daughter, Erica Baylor; his granddaughter, April Poston; his son-in-law, Eric Thomas; and several brothers and sisters. The Baylor family extends its sincere gratitude to Haley Alford for her exceptional care, compassion, and unwavering kindness during this difficult time.
Funeral services will be held at 2 PM Tuesday, October 13, 2026, at Bloomingvale Baptist Church with burial to follow in the church cemetery. Earnest’s family will receive family and friends from 6 to 8 PM Monday at Williamsburg Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to Bloomingvale Baptist Church, 7652 Thurgood Marshall Highway, Andrews, SC 29510.
Online condolences may be sent to the family on the obituary page at www.WilliamsburgFuneralHome.com.

Susan Burrows Holliday, 75, the wife of the late James “Jimmy” Whatley Holliday, passed away peacefully on October 06, 2026, at Tidelands Waccamaw Community Hospital in Murrells Inlet.
Born in Kingstree, S.C. on March 9. 1951, Susan was a daughter of the late C. Otis Burrows and Grace C. Burrows. She was a longtime member of Union Presbyterian Church in Salters and joined Kingstree First Baptist Church when she and Jimmy married. She was a 1969 graduate of Kingstree High School and graduated from Coker College with a bachelor’s degree in special education. Mrs. Holliday retired from the Williamsburg County School System after 37 years of teaching. She loved spending time on the beach and with her grandchildren.
She is survived by: her daughter, Alicia Holliday Callahan of North Myrtle Beach;
two grandchildren, Clark and Farrah Callahan of North Myrtle Beach; her sister, Linda Burrows Lund of Anderson; a niece, Christina Lund Davis (Micheal) of Seneca; a nephew, Carl McHenry Lund III (Julie) of Alabama; and great nieces and nephews, Caroline Lund Caldwell of Charleston, Carl McHenry Lund IV of Charlotte, Catie Lund of Alabama, Grayson Davis of Clemson, and Camden Davis of Seneca.
A graveside service will be held 1 PM, Monday, October 12, 2026, at Kingstree Memorial Gardens, 11095 Hemingway Highway, Kingstree, SC 29556.
Memorials may be made to a charity of one’s choice.
Online condolences may be sent to the family on the obituary page at www.WilliamsburgFuneralHome.com.

Judy Stephenson Tisdale, 84, wife of the late Samuel “Clinton” Tisdale, passed away peacefully at McLeod Hospice House in Florence, SC.
Judy was born March 19, 1942, in Raleigh, NC, the daughter of the late George Stephenson and Margie Moore Stephenson. A proud graduate of Harbarger Business College, Judy dedicated her career to serving her community. After early years working at Williamsburg Regional Hospital, she found her true calling at Williamsburg Presbyterian Kindergarten, where she lovingly taught her four-year-olds for thirty years. She and her dear friend and business partner who were affectionately known as “The Judys” nurtured generations of young minds, often welcoming the children and grandchildren of their former students. Beyond the classroom, Judy lived life to the fullest: she was a vibrant fixture in several local bridge clubs, playing at least twice a week, and cherished every opportunity to hunt for treasures with friends or explore the world with her daughter, Lisa.
Judy is survived by: her daughter, Lisa Tisdale of Braga, Portugal; son-in-law, Karlos (Rhonda) Stone of Johnsonville; grandchildren, Drake (Vandi) Stone of Johnsonville and Kelli Stone of Johnsonville; great grandchildren, Brooks, Elli-Anna, and Clinton Stone; and special cousin, Ann Stone Swain of Greensboro, NC. In addition to her parents and her husband Clinton, Judy was preceded in death by her daughter, Marcie Tisdale Stone and her brother, Albert Stephenson.
Graveside funeral services will be held at 3 PM Monday, October 12, 2026, at Kingstree Memorial Gardens, 11095 Hemingway Highway, Kingstree, SC 29556. Judy’s family will receive family and friends from 5 to 7 PM Sunday at Williamsburg Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to Cure Alzheimer’s Fund online at www.curealz.org.or Williamsburg Presbyterian Church, 411 N. Academy Street, Kingstree, SC 29556.
Online condolences may be sent to the family on the obituary page at www.WilliamsburgFuneralHome.com.

Virginia “Ginny” Small Tyler, 97, peacefully entered into eternal rest on Friday, October 2, 2026, following a lengthy illness with dementia.
Ginny was born on September 9, 1929, in Norfolk, Virginia, the daughter of Earl Onel Small and Essie Jeanette Smith Small. Her family relocated to Georgetown, S.C. in 1937, attracted by the new Georgetown Paper Company and later opened Midway Nursery. As the nursery grew, the family added a florist shop. This is where Ginny’s love of flowers and horticulture began. In later years her home and yard on Montgomery was a showplace. Virginia attended school in Georgetown, graduating from Winyah High School in 1947. Ginny married Walter Earl Evans, Sr. who was killed in a train vs auto accident in 1966. Walter and Ginny had Evans Jewelers in Downtown Kingstree. They had one child, Walter Earl Evans, Jr. Ginny later met and married James Linwood Tyler. She and Linwood had a beach home in Pawley’s Island, and they spent a lot of time enjoying the Pawleys area and the beach. They were also members of the Kingstree Moose Lodge, and Ginny enjoyed many a hand of Bridge there. She was his beloved wife for 35 years until his death in 2005. She and her son, Walter, continued to make their home in Kingstree until her passing.
In addition to her parents and her husbands, Ginny was preceded in death by her brother, Charles Eugene (Dorothy) Small, Sr., and her sister-in-law, Sybil Parks Small. She is survived by her beloved son, Walter Earl Evans, Jr., her brother, Earl Lee Small, Sr. and countless nieces and nephews.
A memorial service for Ginny will be held at 12 Noon, Saturday, October 24, 2026, at Williamsburg Funeral Home in Kingstree with visitation to follow. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that support be given to the Dementia Society of America, PO Box 600, Doylestown, PA 18901 or online at www.dementiasociety.org. Online condolences may be sent to the family on the obituary page at www.WilliamsburgFuneralHome.com.

Deborah “Debbie” McCollough Burrows, 71, beloved wife of Leon Joseph “Joe” Burrows, died Saturday, October 3, 2026, at McLeod Hospice House surrounded by her family.
Debbie was born October 19, 1954, in Charleston, SC, a daughter of Fay Louise Georgia McCollough Petrovitz and the late Edward Gordon McCollough. She was a graduate of Williamsburg Academy and Francis Marion College, where she received a bachelor’s degree in elementary education. Debbie was a lifelong member of Union Presbyterian Church in Salters.
She grew up in Salters, SC surrounded by nature, friends, and family. Debbie inherited her creative nature from her mother Faye, and like her mother, she shared her passion and talent with the people around her. Her students at Greeleyville Elementary School were the first beneficiaries of her talent and creativity. Later when she taught at C.E. Murray High School, her passion fueled a new generation of artists and students who went on to become art teachers themselves. Her creativity didn’t end with just canvas and paint. Her home, including her yard, were her canvases and she created beauty there. While Debbie found great joy in her creativity and teaching, her greatest joy was her family. She loved her husband, children, and grandchildren more than anything in this world. She treasured every moment spent with them and took great pride in their lives and accomplishments. Her three grandchildren, Trystan, Rowdy, and Hunter, held an especially special place in her heart. They brought her endless happiness, and being their grandmother was one of the greatest blessings of her life. She adored each of them and was incredibly proud of the people they were becoming.
In addition to her mother Fay and her husband Joe, Debbie is survived by: her son, Kent (Janalee) Burrows of Salters; her daughter, Tanna (Charles) Grantham of Florence; her adored grandchildren, Trystan Burrows, Rowdy Burrows, and Hunter Grantham; her sister, Georgia (Rob) Kincaid; her brother, Edward “Eddie” (Jorge Mendez Collazo) McCollough; her stepfather, Joe Petrovitz; a niece and two nephews, and many cherished cousins.
A memorial service for Debbie will be held at 11 AM, Friday, October 9, 2026, at Union Presbyterian Church, 2501 M.L. King Jr Hwy, Salters, SC 29590. Following the service, A reception will be held in the Martin Building. Memorials may be made to Union Presbyterian Church, c/o Diane Boyd, 114 E. Brooks Street, Kingstree, SC 29556. Online condolences may be sent to the family on the obituary page at www.WilliamsburgFuneralHome.com.

Mary Wheeler Abrams, 78, wife of the late James Richard “Dick” Abrams, died Tuesday, September 15, 2026, at McLeod Hospice House in Florence, SC surrounded by her beloved family.
Mary was born March 5, 1948, in Williamsburg County, a daughter of the late Richard Olin Wheeler and Doris Moore Wheeler. She was a graduate of Williamsburg High School and graduated from the University of South Carolina with honors. Mary retired after many years of teaching at Andrews Elementary School, Andrews Academy and Williamsburg County schools. She was an avid reader and especially enjoyed reading to her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Mary was a faithful member of Spring Gulley Baptist Church.
Mary is survived by: her son, James Richard “Jamey” (YeVonne) Abrams, Jr. of Andrews; her daughter, Mary Elizabeth “Beth” (Jonathan) Pace of Conway; her sister, JoAnn Blakely (Beverly) of Hanahan; her grandchildren, Allison (Josh) Brown, James R. (Abby) Abrams, III, and Russell Pace; and her great grandchildren, Bayleigh, Camden, Georgia, Raelyn, and Ollie. In addition to her parents and her husband Dick, Mary was preceded in death by her sisters, Betty Taylor and Joy Lambert.
Funeral services will be held at 3 PM Friday, September 18, 2026, at Spring Gulley Baptist Church, with burial to follow in the church cemetery. Mary’s family will receive friends and family from 7 to 9 PM Thursday at Williamsburg Funeral Home in Kingstree. Memorials may be made to Spring Gulley Baptist Church, 2107 Highway 521, Andrews, SC 29510 or McLeod Hospice, c/o McLeod Health Foundation, PO Box 100551, Florence, SC 29502-0551 or online at www.McLeodHealth.org.
Online condolences may be sent to the family on the obituary page at www.WilliamsburgFuneralHome.com.

Judith “Judy” Lee Jones McCutchen, 88, wife of the late Rhodas Rutledge McCutchen, died Monday, September 14, 2026, at Embrace Hospice in Myrtle Beach, SC.
Judy was born May 1, 1938, in Williamsburg County, a daughter of the late John Richard Jones and Anna Lee Strong Jones. She was a graduate of Greeleyville High School and retired from Santee Electric Cooperative after more than 30 years of service. Judy was a faithful member of Beulah United Methodist Church until it closed. She served as treasurer there for many years. Judy found great joy in the beauty of God’s creation, finding closeness to Him while tending to her yard and nurturing the beauty around her. She also enjoyed cooking delicious meals for her family.
Judy is survived by her daughter, Donna Marie McCutchen of Garden City, her sister, Jean “Dot” Doherty of Charleston, and many nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and her husband Rhodas, Judy was preceded in death by her sisters, Louise Schartel, Annette Pinson, Patsy Caulder, and Linda Hupp.
Graveside funeral services for Judy will be 11 AM, Saturday, September 19, 2026, at Kingstree Memorial Gardens. Memorials may be made to a charity of one’s choice.
Online condolences may be sent to the family on the obituary page at www.WilliamsburgFuneralHome.com.

Linda Mae Bias Burchfield, 83, wife of the late Kenneth Burchfield, died peacefully Friday, August 28, 2026, at her home in Kingstree, SC.
Linda was born in Culloden, West Virginia, the daughter of the late John Henry and Vanie Bias. She was a graduate of Milton High School in Milton, West Virginia. She worked at Oxford Manufacturing and Hemingway Apparel before she and her husband owned and operated the Kingstree Western Auto. Linda enjoyed reading and spending time with her children and grandchildren.
Linda is survived by: her children, Sherry Byrdic of Florence, SC, Stephanie (Blake) Burgess of Salters, SC, Charlie (Leigh) Burchfield of Houston, TX, and Loretta Cantley of Ft. Lauderdale, FL; grandchildren, Cody Byrdic, Hunter, Connor, and Erin Burchfield, Amber, Linda Ann, and Kenny Joe Cantley; great grandchildren, Mason and Michael Byrdic and Isabella and Alexander Harp.
Funeral services for Linda will be private.
Memorials may be made to Gentiva Hospice online at www.gentivahs.com. Online condolences may be sent to the family on the obituary page at www.WilliamsburgFuneralHome.com.

With family present, Richard Horton, age 82, died peacefully in his sleep on August 22nd, ending a long journey with Parkinson’s and Primary Progressive Aphasia. His request to be buried privately alongside his late parents in their family plot was honored. He was laid to rest on August 23rd in Williamsburg Cemetery, Kingstree, SC.
Richard was born February 12, 1944, in Lake City, SC, and moved to Kingstree with his parents, brother, and sister when he was one. He grew up in the most idyllic of times, a time when children played freely, mostly outside, and were told to come home when the street lights came on. He was surrounded by aunts and uncles who loved him, and many cousins and friends. As a child, he loved the outdoors and spent countless hours roaming the woods, exploring Black River, swimming, fishing, hunting, and camping with his buddies. He enjoyed all sports and played football, basketball, baseball, ran track, and boxed.
After high school, Richard left for college but was drafted into the Army before finishing. He was sent to Vietnam with the 25th Infantry Division and, while in Vietnam, was awarded the Bronze Star three times. After his tour in Vietnam, he left the Army as a captain and returned to finish school, ultimately earning a Master of Business Administration from the University of South Carolina. He had a long and fulfilling career in telecommunications, first at First National Bank of SC and then at Line One (later MCI), with final stops at Spirit Telecom and the South Carolina Energy Office.
Throughout his life, Richard was known as a kind and fun-loving ‘good guy’. He was unfailingly honest and dependable, yet unassuming. He woke up early, went to bed late, and was happy doing ‘whatever’ in between. He loved and enjoyed his friends, animals, the lake, beaches, rivers, the woods, good music, playing pranks (often involving rubber snakes), Clemson sports, and most especially his family.
He was a wonderful husband, father, and grandfather to a family who will miss him dearly.
Richard is survived by his wife of 58 years, Blanche; his son Rich (Amanda), grandchildren Anna Kate Horton, Luke Horton, Jack Pierstorff, and Zerick Pierstorff; his sister Wynn Horton McGregor and brothers-in-law Walter Dargan and Hugh Dargan. He was preceded in death by his parents, Samuel Warren Horton and Harriet Winston Horton; his brother Sammy Horton and Sammy’s wife Jayne; and his brothers-in-law Angus McGregor, Karl Dargan, and Freddy Dargan.
A gathering is being planned to celebrate his life at a later date.
Please consider the Gary Sinise Foundation if wishing to make a donation in Richard’s memory.

John “Johnny” Bernard Crooks, Jr.,86, beloved husband of Marian Brown Crooks, died Monday, August 17, 2026, at MUSC Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown.
Johnny was born April 29, 1940, in Kingstree, SC, a son of the late John Bernard “J.B.” Crooks, Sr. and Lillie Mae Pendergrass Crooks. He was a graduate of Kingstree High School and Atlanta Tech in Atlanta, GA. Johnny had an exceptional mind and could do almost anything he set his mind to. His many talents led him to various careers over the years. He loved the outdoors and that led him to farming, raising chickens, hunting and fishing. He enjoyed technology and being around people, which led him to servicing televisions for community members at Crooks TV Service for over 30 years and Carolina Meat Processors for 25 years. He was a dedicated member of Believer’s Bible Chapel. Johnny accepted the Lord Jesus Christ as his personal savior as a young adult and had a desire to share Christ with all those he encountered, even until the last hour of his life.
In addition to Marian, his wife of fifty-eight years, Johnny is survived by: three children, Tammy (Doug) Drost of Summerville, SC, John B. “Barney” (Lori) Crooks, III of Decatur, GA, and Jennifer (Rohn) Walker of Kingstree; seven grandchildren, Brittany Walker, Caitlyn (Aaron) Richardson, Roslyn Walker, Kinzleigh Walker, Sarah Drost, Reagan Drost, and John Drost; great grandson, Walker Richardson; and special honorary grandchildren, Danielle Culick and Will McKenzie; two brothers, Carroll (Teresa) Crooks of Anderson, SC and Clyde Crooks of Kingstree. In addition to his parents, Johnny was preceded in death by a sister, Doris Nell Benke and brothers, Wayne Crooks and Kenneth Crooks.
The funeral service for Johnny will be a private graveside service. Johnny’s family will greet family and friends from 5 to 7 PM Wednesday, August 19, 2026, at Williamsburg Funeral Home and share loving stories to celebrate his life.
Memorials, in lieu of flowers, may be made to Billy Graham Evangelistic Association online at www.giving.BillyGraham.org or mail to Billy Graham Evangelistic Association 1 Billy Graham Parkway Charlotte, NC 28201-0001 . Online condolences may be sent to the family on the obituary page at www.WilliamsburgFuneralHome.com.

Charles Francis Worsley, Jr., 90, husband of Cynthia Cooper Worsley, died Saturday, August 15, 2026, at McLeod Hospice House in Florence, SC.
Charles was born February 3, 1936, in Earlville, Illinois, the son of the late Charles Francis Worsley and Ruth Anderson Worsley. He received a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from Washington University and had a long career with International Harvester followed by several years working with Imperial Marble Company. Charles loved working with all things mechanical. He acquired a private pilots license and built his own airplane. He enjoyed rebuilding hot rods and in his later years woodworking and reading. Charles was an avid baseball fan and enjoyed the games of all teams. He was a proud veteran of the US National Guard.
In addition to Cynthia, his wife of 46 years, Charles is survived by: 2 sons, John Charles (Mavis) Worsley of Virginia and Douglas Steven (Mary Jane) Worsley of Illinois; 3 stepchildren, Amy Lynn (Greg) Richards of Kingstree, SC, Doug (Betsy) Spies of Nashville, TN, and Brian (Tracy) Spies of Kingstree, SC; and 12 grandchildren.
A memorial service for Charles will be held in Illinois later.
Memorials may be made to Fox Valley Community Center, 1406 Suydam Road, Sandwich, IL 60548 or online at www.fvoas.org. or McLeod Health Foundation, McLeod Hospice House, PO Box 100551, Florence, SC 29502 or online at www.mcleodhealth.org. Online condolences may be sent to the family on the obituary page at www.WilliamsburgFuneralHome.com.

Mattie Powell “Matt” Burgess, 79, wife of Jeff Burgess, passed away peacefully Friday, August 14, 2026, at McLeod Hospice in Florence, surrounded by family.
Matt was born June 6, 1947, in Ridgeland, SC, a daughter of the late Curtis Malcolm Powell and Ollie Lee Sheppard Powell. She was a graduate of Jenkins High School in Savannah, GA. Matt worked at Burgess Insurance Agency for 50 years, many of those years as CEO. She was involved in many organizations around her community and left a lasting impact on each one.
She was a member of Williamsburg Presbyterian Church, the Professional Women’s Organization of Kingstree, the Women’s Golf Association of the Pee Dee, and was a proud member of the Kingstree Chamber of Commerce and served as its president in 1987. Matt also played in numerous bridge clubs around Kingstree over the years.
She had a group of special friends for over 70 years known as “The Sisters”, consisting of Mary Brown, Carolyn Grayson and June Holliday.
Matt will be remembered for her warm heart, quick wit, devotion to her family and friends, and lasting friendships she made throughout her life. She will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing and loving her.
In addition to her husband Jeff, Matt is survived by: two sons, Brian Burgess (Jennifer), of Kingstree, and Joel Burgess (Elizabeth Charla Turner), of Murrells Inlet; a granddaughter who was her pride and joy, Jenna Kate Burgess; a brother, Mike Powell (Carolyn); nieces and nephews, Tim Powell (Holly), Amy Sanders (Jonathan), and Megan Freeman (William).
A memorial service will be held at 11 A.M. Friday, August 21, 2026, at Williamsburg Presbyterian Church in Kingstree, South Carolina. Matt’s family will receive guests in Grace Hall from 12:00 to 1:30 following the service for visitation.
Memorials may be made out to McLeod Hospice House, 1203 E Cheves St, Florence, SC 29506 or Williamsburg Presbyterian Church, 411 N. Academy Street, Kingstree, SC 29556.

Momma is gone, she has slipped the surly bonds of earth, shrugged off the mortal coil.
No more blah blah blah taxes, blah blah blah plumbing issues.
Momma was one part Love, Laughter, and Kindness, and one part “Let me show you where you can stick it.” She suffered a stroke about a week ago, due largely to the cigarettes she loved to smoke. You raise an eyebrow to a 74 year-old woman smoking? She would have been happy to show you where you could stick that. Diet? Exercise? She would have shown you where to stick those, too. Get the picture?
Momma was an artist to the core. She loved to create anything pretty, in any form or fashion. She used to tell her husband, “Don’t worry about it, I’m in charge of pretty.” If you are reading this, there is a good chance you or someone you know has something she painted. She loved flowers and spent countless hours growing them. She could work all day making a beautiful mosaic in the bathroom floor of a trailer, spend hours painting an intricate design on a styrofoam cooler, but would not spend five minutes on a W2 unless there was a gun pointed at her head. She couldn’t care less about money, and had no interest in chasing it. Her love for her family was endless and fierce, her temper ran white hot, and she carried a Saturday Night Special (Illegal! Around children?!) in her pocket book. Aghast? See the paragraph above.
She is going to join her Mom and Dad. If there is one thing that brings a smile to our face, it is the image of Momma seeing Atwood & Judy and sitting down at the kitchen table to have a cup of Granma’s instant coffee.
She is survived by her big brothers, Randy (Jenny) and Elwynn (JoAnne) and many cousins, nieces, and nephews.
Momma leaves behind five grandchildren, Angelina, Susanna, Cady Mae, Case, and Christina. They were the love of her life. Her world revolved around them, whether it was going to their dance recitals, teaching them to paint, or making them cinnamon toast.
She leaves behind seven children – Shane & Holly, Woody & Michelle, Jacqueline & Jimmy, and Kyle. Yes, seven. The wives and husband are listed. They treated her as well as any mother could be treated, and her brood is no longer complete without them. Jacqueline and Woody fought and clawed for the title of favorite, but everyone knew that title went to Shane or Kyle, who seemed totally indifferent to it. There is a lot there for Woody and Jacq to unpack, so give them time.
If the criteria for successful mother is number of offspring, Momma is far down on the list, although four is respectable. If it is successful children, sorry, not a doctor or lawyer in the lot. But if the measure of a successful mother is how much her children love her, then Momma takes the prize. They simply adored her.
Finally, she leaves behind Pete, her husband of 56 years. You probably call him Jack. Partners in crime, enablers, disablers, travel buddies, enemies, champions, best friends, and perfect companions. Ying and Yang. We hope everyone who reads this finds their perfect companion and is able to build the life these two had.
The family would like to thank the wonderful caregivers with Agape Hospice.
A private service will be held by her family. In lieu of flowers, please donate to an animal rescue of your choice. Online condolences may be sent to the family on the obituary page at www.williamsburgfuneralhome.com.

William Carroll Haddock passed away peacefully at his home on August 9, 2026 at the age of 82. Carroll was the son of the late Dargan Carroll Haddock and Thelma Brown Haddock. Carroll is survived by his wife of 60 years, Peggy King Haddock.
Carroll was born on November 6, 1943 in Kingstree, SC. He was a 1962 graduate of Kingstree High School. He was a lifelong member of Cedar Grove Baptist Church where he served as a deacon and was a member of the choir. Earlier in life, Carroll proudly served as a member of the Kingstree National Guard. He was also a board member for the Williamsburg County Farm Bureau and served as president from 1997-2000. He was a South Carolina Boll Weevil Eradication Foundation Board Member and a board member for the Tri County Cotton Gin. His dedication to agriculture and the high standards he brought to his work were recognized when he was honored as the Williamsburg County Farmer of the Year. He earned his private flying license and found great peace and enjoyment in flying. He was passionate about agriculture and farming was much more than a livelihood to him; it was a part of who he was. He gave his time, energy, and heart to farming and took immense pride in the land he cared for and was meticulous in everything he did, believing things should be done right and done well. Above all else, he found his greatest joy in his family and he cherished time with his children and grandchildren.
He is survived by his wife Peggy, his three children Lisa (Loyd C.) Morris, Rachael (Chance) Atkinson, and Tracey Haddock. Six grandchildren Caroline (Tyler) Brown, Loyd C. Morris III, Bailey (Hayes) Goodson, Dylan Atkinson, Hampton Beard, Mary Logan Atkinson and two great grandchildren Eloise Goodson and Wells Goodson.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Dargan and Thelma Haddock and his brothers, Richard and Henry Haddock.
The family would like to extend their most heartfelt appreciation to his truly godsent caregivers, Mina McGee and Vanessa Pettway and his hospice CNA Felicia McCullough. Their compassion and kindness will always be remembered with gratitude.
A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, August 11, 2026 at 4PM at Cedar Grove Baptist Church with visitation being held after the service in the educational building.
Memorials may be made to Cedar Grove Baptist Church, 3905 Big Woods Road, Kingstree, SC 29556.

Mary Wicker McIntosh Hance, 76, passed away on August 6, 2026, in Kingstree, South Carolina. Born to the late Frank Wesley McIntosh II and Ann Dugger McIntosh, Mary lived an interesting and well-traveled life. After many years of living in various places throughout the United States and abroad, she eventually returned home to Kingstree.
Mary found joy in spending time with her family, whether gathered in the kitchen or sharing quiet moments. She loved baking treats that became favorites among those who knew her, and she expressed her creativity through quilting, crafting pieces that reflected her warmth and care.
Mary is survived by her siblings, Bill McIntosh (Lynn) of Seabrook Island, SC, and JoAnn Gibbs (John) of Hilton Head Island, SC. She was preceded in death by her brother, Frank Wesley McIntosh III.
She leaves behind her children—Courtney McClary (Carey), Jennifer Krieger (Justin), and Kurt Mead (Brye) and six grandchildren: Chris, Joey, Alex, David, Hallie, and Maddie.
A private service will be held by her family.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to an animal rescue of your choice.
The family would like to thank the wonderful caregivers with Amedisys Hospice and Ash-Court Companion Care.
Mary will be remembered for her gentle nature, her steady kindness, and the comfort she brought to the people around her.
Online condolences may be sent to the family on the obituary page at www.WilliamsburgFuneralHome.com.

Jeffery Brian “Jeff” Tisdale, 52, of Kingstree, South Carolina, passed away on Sunday, August 2, 2026.
Born on July 8, 1974, Jeff was the son of the late Fred and Willie Tisdale. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brothers, Greg Tisdale and Michael Tisdale.
Jeff is survived by his wife, Pam Tisdale; his stepdaughter, Kimberly Griffin; his grandchildren; his brother, Eric (Cynthia) Tisdale; his sister, Shelley Tisdale; along with many nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family members, and friends who will forever cherish his memory.
Jeff found his greatest joy in the simple things – hunting, fishing, spending time outdoors, and being with those he loved. He was proud to have been one of the original cooks with Tisdale & Sons BBQ, continuing a family tradition alongside his father.
Though naturally quiet and reserved, Jeff was known for his love of the outdoors, his memorable stories, and his unique sense of humor. He lived life in his own way, and those who knew him will remember the many moments, traditions, and memories they shared together.
Like many, Jeff’s life was marked by both joys and challenges. Through it all, he remained deeply loved by his family, who choose to remember him for the life he lived, the memories he created, and the legacy of family that he leaves behind.
A celebration of Jeff’s life will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 8, 2026, at Kingstree Church of God.
The Tisdale family sincerely appreciates the prayers, love, and support shown during this difficult time as they celebrate Jeff’s life.
“The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” Psalm 34:18
Online condolences may be sent to the family on the obituary page at www.WilliamsburgFuneralHome.com.