Charles Ernie Strickland, 58, husband of Tammy Ganes Strickland, died Wednesday, July 30, 2025, at MUSC Health Florence Medical Center.
Ernie was born October 20, 1966, in Kingstree, a son of Charles Benjamin Strickland and Reba Jane Tisdale Strickland. He was a 1984 graduate of Williamsburg Academy and retired from SCDOT after 29 years of service. He worked part time at Palmetto Pump Systems. Ernie was an avid hunter and was a longtime member of Sportsman Hunting Club. He was a member of Williamsburg Baptist Church.
Ernie is survived by: his wife of 38 years, Tammy Strickland; his daughter, Lindsey (Elliott) Fulton; grandsons, Jayce and Baylor Fulton; his parents, Charles and Jane Strickland; brothers, Benji (Janice) Strickland and Timmy (Angie) Strickland; mother-in-law, Helen Ganes; sisters-in-law, Cindy (Wayne) Ward and Sandra (Scott) Burgess; brother-in-law, Jamie (Melanie) Ganes; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father-in-law, J.M. Ganes.
Funeral services will be held at 11 AM, Friday, August 1, 2025, at Williamsburg Baptist Church with burial to follow at Tisdale Cemetery. Ernie’s family will greet family and friends beginning at 10 AM just prior to the service at the church. Memorials may be made to Williamsburg Baptist Church, c/o Merianne Cowley, 2111 Thurgood Marshall Highway, Kingstree, SC, 29556 or to a charity of one’s choice.
Online condolences may be sent to the family on the obituary page of our web site, www.WilliamsburgFuneralHome.com.

Gene Autry Jones, 87, lovingly known as “Gene, Gene, The Dancing Machine”, died Saturday, July 19, 2025, at Lake Marion Nursing Facility in Summerton, SC.
Gene was born November 30, 1937, in St. Matthews, SC, a son of the late Daniel Clarence Jones, Sr. and Mary Bell Bowers Jones. He was a long-time machine operator at Drexel Heritage Furniture Company and served in the SC National Guard. Gene was a faithful member of First Free Will Baptist Church. He enjoyed spending time with friends and his family, especially Patricia and Tammie, who he loved dearly. Gene loved his church, and he loved the Lord. He was a faithful servant of God.
Gene is survived by: a brother, Jack “J.C.” (Edna) Jones, Sr. of Paso Robles, CA; a sister Patricia J. (Jon) Andreas of Beaufort, SC; a niece who is more like a daughter, Tammie K. (Brooks) McCutchen of Kingstree; special niece, Taylor D. McCutchen and special nephew, Kelby Gunnar McCutchen, along with other nieces and nephews; special friend, Albert “Gabby” Galbreath, of Goat Island; and a long-time friend, Bitsey Fickling. In addition to his parents, Gene was preceded in death by brothers, Dan Jones, Jr. and Isaac Jones, Sr. and sisters, Dorothy Ann Jones and Chris Rogers.
Gene’s family would like to give a special thank you to the staff at Agape Hospice and also the staff at Lake Marion Nursing Facility for their compassionate care.
Funeral services will be held at 11:30 AM Monday, July 21, 2025, at First Free Will Baptist Church, 2348 Sumter Highway, Kingstree, SC 29556, with burial to follow at Kingstree Memorial Gardens. Gene’s family will receive friends and family at the church beginning at 10:30 AM just prior to the service. Memorials may be made to Kingstree First Free Will Baptist Church, 2348 Sumter Hwy, Kingstree, SC, 29556.
Online condolences may be sent to the family on the obituary page of our web site, www.WilliamsburgFuneralHome.com.

Maedine Parker Gause, 86, Wife of the late Donald “Lee” Gause, died Thursday July 17, 2025, at McLeod Regional Medical Center in Florence, SC.
Maedine was born July 16, 1939 in Clarendon County, SC to the late Nelson and Lucille McKenzie Parker. She attended Hebron School and was a member of Kingstree First Pentecostal Holiness Church for 70 years. Maedine got saved at 15 years old and began teaching Sunday school shortly after. She continued to teach the Bible until shortly before her death. Maedine also loved gardening and taking care of her cats.
Maedine is survived by: a son, Donald Gause of North Charleston; two grandchildren, Kristen Gause of Ladson, Gene (Jessica) Gause of Kingstree; and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband and parents Maedine was preceded in death by; a son, Anthony Gause; a daughter-in-law, Karen Gause; and a brother, Douglas Parker.
A funeral service will be held 2:30 P.M. Sunday, July 20, 2025 at Williamsburg Funeral Home with burial at Kingstree First Pentecostal Holiness Church Cemetery. The family will receive guests at 1:30 P.M. at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to The Kingstree First Pentecostal Holiness Church Building Fund, 37 McCall Rd, Kingstree, SC 29556.
Online condolences may be sent to the family on the obituary page of our web site, www.WilliamsburgFuneralHome.com.

Joyce Rivers Blakeley, 81, died, July 10, 2025, at her home in Andrews, South Carolina.
Joyce was born August 26, 1943, in Georgetown, SC, a daughter of the late John and Edna Hinson Rivers. She was a graduate of Winyah High School and a member of First Baptist Church of Andrews. Joyce loved the beach, her animals, her flowers and dancing “The Shag”. She also loved being a Great-Grandmother to her Sammy.
Joyce is survived by: a daughter, Lisa T. Phillips (Robert Donald “Donnie” Mitchum) of Andrews; four grandchildren, Michael Anthony Tisdale, Ashley Kathryn Renee Tisdale, Kimberly Nichole Phillips (Jonathan Lopez), Jack Winston Phillips; six great grandchildren, Mallorie Tisdale, Katie Daniel, Mattie Daniel, Hance Tisdale, Janie Tisdale and Samantha Lopez. In addition to her parents Joyce was preceded in death by; a son, Winston Clyde Tisdale, Jr.; and husbands, Winston C. Tisdale, Sr., Wayne Atkins and Lee Blakely
A memorial service will be held at 10:30 AM, Thursday, July 24, 2025, at Williamsburg Funeral Home in Kingstree. Burial will follow at Pennyroyal Memorial Gardens. Joyce’s family will greet friends and family beginning at 10 AM just prior to the service. Memorials may be made to Williamsburg Funeral Home to help with costs or The Alzheimer’s Association P.O. Box 96011, Washington, DC 20090-6011 or The Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation PO Box 5042, Hagerstown, MD 21741-5042.
Online condolences may be sent to the family on the obituary page of our web site, www.WilliamsburgFuneralHome.com.

Glenn Gordon Martin, age 64, passed away peacefully with family close by on Thursday, July 3, 2025, at the SECU Hospice House in Smithfield, NC.
Born on June 1, 1961, in Kingstree, SC. Glenn was the beloved son of Patricia Martin and the late Arthur “Junior” Martin. He was also preceded in death by his sister, Terri Martin.
Glenn had a deep love for faith, family, music, fishing and travel. He was passionate about his work and dedicated over 25 years to the cable manufacturing industry, a business he truly enjoyed. Glenn was a member of Kingstree First Baptist church.
He is survived by his loving wife of 28 years, Jennifer Martin; stepdaughters, Sheri Donohue and husband Robert, Leigh Ann Bissette and Sara Creech and husband Linwood: grandchildren, Cameren Allen, Amber Bissette, and Kayla Childers; great-grandchildren, Nevaeh, Theodor, and Marlee. He is also survived by his sister Denni Martin Jung and husband Greg; nieces, Laura Luffman and husband Landon and Grace Jung; and sister-in-law Betsy Clark.
Graveside services will be held at 11 am Saturday, July 12, 2025, at Kingstree Memorial Gardens.
Memorials may be sent to Terri Martin’s Scholarship fund, Williamsburg Academy, 1000 Sandy Bay Rd. Kingstree, SC 29556 or SECU Hospice House of UNC Health Johnston 426 Hospital Rd. Smithfield, NC. 27577.`

Elizabeth Lee Gilleland Kirchner, 53, widow of Steve Kirchner, died, June 6, 2025, at her home in Largo, Florida.
Libby was born September 17, 1971, in Kingstree, SC, a daughter of Jerry and Paulette McKenzie. She graduated from Kingstree Senior High School and Williamsburg Technical College with her associates degree. She was a member of Kingstree Second Baptist Church. Elizabeth was an avid reader and loved animals, especially horses and dogs. She loved to travel and always had some type of project going on.
In addition to her parents Libby is survived by: a son, Josh (Maggie) Tomlinson of Coward, a sister Pam (Dennis) Johnson of Lane, a brother Sam (Brooke) McKenzie of Lane, nieces Jessica (Casey) Garris of Lake City, Audrey Johnson of Daniel Island, Haley & Raylee McKenzie, nephew Kade McKenzie all of Lane, a great nephew Dax Garris of Lake City and her beloved dog Lilly. In addition to her husband Libby was preceded in death by her biological father J.P. Gilleland.
A funeral service will be held at 3 PM Sunday June 22, 2025, at Williamsburg Funeral Home with a burial to follow at Smith Cemetery Her family will receive friends and family from 2-3 PM at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Lucky Dog Animal Rescue 2502 N Williston Rd, Florence, SC 29506
Online condolences may be sent to the family on the obituary page of our web site, www.WilliamsburgFuneralHome.com.

Edna Burrows Tisdale, 98, of Kingstree, SC, passed away peacefully Tuesday, June 17, 2025, surrounded by family.
Edna was born October 11, 1926, in Kingstree, SC, a daughter of the late James Marion Burrows and Hettie Myzell Morris Burrows. She graduated from Indiantown High School in 1944 as Valedictorian of her class. She got married in 1945, moving to the Millwood Community, where she lived until her death. “Miss” Edna enjoyed gardening, baking her “secret recipe” pound cake for family and friends, going to yard sales, and sewing. Whenever there was dance music, she was happy to join the crowd. Miss Edna was a member of Lane Methodist Church.
Mrs. Tisdale is survived by: her daughter, Gloria T. Morris of Florence; grandchildren, Scott F. (Dena) Morris of Pamplico, Edward “Rudy” Tisdale of Kingstree, Sherri T. Morris of Manning, Maranda Tisdale of Danville, VA, and Ozzie Tisdale of Manning; six great grandchildren, Preston Morris, Clay Morris, Henry Morris, Morghan Tisdale, Kaylee Tisdale, and Dakota Tisdale; ten great-great grandchildren, Junious, RyanLee, Jerry, Randy, Nathan, Emma, Huntley, Asher, Vanessa, and Penelope; a sister, Christine Alderson; a brother, Jay Burrows; and a sister-in-law, Cornelia Smith. She was preceded in death by her husband, George E. Tisdale, sons, Randy Tisdale and Rudy Tisdale, grandson, Michael Morris, great-great grandson, Louis Morris, brother, Henry Burrows, and sisters, Leoda Baylor and Frances Roberts.
Miss Edna’s family would like to thank the staff of McLeod Hospice for their loving and compassionate care of her.
Funeral services will be held at 11 AM, Friday, June 20, 2025, at Williamsburg Funeral Home in Kingstree, with burial to follow in Tisdale Cemetery, 615 Cemetery Road, Kingstree, SC. Mrs. Tisdale’s family will greet friends and family at the funeral home at 10 AM just prior to the service. Memorials may be made to Lane Methodist Church, c/o Cornelia Bell, 20 Marble Road, Kingstree, SC 29556 or McLeod Health Foundation, Hospice Services, PO Box 100551, Florence, SC 29502.
Online condolences may be sent to the family on the obituary page of our web site, www.WilliamsburgFuneralHome.com.

John Edward Spearman Jr., Colonel, United States Army (Retired), took his last breath in his home of Gourdin, South Carolina on June 17, 2025, after an extended illness.
Services will be held Saturday June 21 at the Williamsburg Presbyterian Church.
Visitation begins at 1 PM to 2 PM with service to follow at 2:30 PM.
A man of Honor, Colonel Spearman was a man who loved his God, loved his family, and served his Nation and his community.
The oldest son of seven siblings was born on the 28th of January 1951 in Philadelphia, PA to parents John and Dolores Spearman setting high standards for all to follow. Eventually moving to Kingstree, South Carolina then Summerville, South Carolina to graduate from Summerville High School in 1969. He then accepted the full ROTC scholarship to The Citadel, graduating in 1973. He was commissioned as a Regular Army 2nd Lieutenant of Infantry. His distinguished career spanned more than a quarter century in both Active Army and Army Reserves. His awards included the Army Legion of Merit, Defense Meritorious Service Medal, Meritorious Service Medal (4th award), Ranger Tab and Expert Infantry Badge. He concluded service to The Nation as the Assistant Chief of Staff for Reserve Affairs for 3rd United States Army in 1999. With retirement he was appointed commander of the American Legion post 8 in Kingstree, SC where his command would span more than 20 years of additional service.
He had a second, equally distinguished career as a farmer of crops and timber on Deer Hill in Gourdin, SC. He proudly earned titles of South Carolina Tree Farmer of the Year for 1999 and Tree Farm of the Year and the entire Southern Region in 2004. He was asked to serve on the National Tree Farm Committee as well as the American Forest Foundations National Woodland Operating Committee and made several effective trips back to Washington, DC to advocate for sustainable forestry, wildland firefighters, and conservation initiatives within The Farm Bill.
He loved travel, fly fishing and golf. He was a scholar of history and political science. He lived as a forceful Colonel and also a quiet mentor as a patient listener, doting husband/father/grandfather, and teacher. He was loved and respected by all, as reflected well in this poem:
“Grief is a river whose course we cannot chart, predict, or even plan for. Sometimes, the currents feel as if they will destroy you, either by dashing you against the rocks of memory and loss or drowning you in the feeling of truly standing alone without the rock of someone who was there every moment of your life. Sometimes you wallow in an eddy and remember everything, from the flights and fancies, to the stolen moments that shine like the sun on a summer’s day. Sunshine on a mountain brook, and a smile and a nod will take you to a place where you can find peace and comfort. The people we leave behind cherish who we are and were. That is the truest legacy and stewardship that we can leave those that we love. Look for him in the wind, the trees, and the ebb and flow of water and memories.”
He was predeceased by both of his parents, and his wife, Mary Rebecca Ligon Spearman, and his two youngest brothers, Thomas Franklin “Tommy” Spearman and Anthony Christopher “Tony” Spearman.
He is survived by his wife May (Faulk) Spearman and his beloved children Edward Vaughan Spearman (Kelly), Caroline Ligon Ferguson (Joseph), Nicolas John (Carrie), Dave Whitaker, April Elizabeth Whitaker and precious grandchildren Meadow Aster Spearman, Phoebe Blythe Pellum, Esme Claire Pellum, Charlotte Evangeline Pellum, Ligon Hope Ferguson, and Julia Louise Ferguson. He also leaves behind his three younger brothers, Robert “Bobby” (Barb) Spearman of Edisto, Dr. James “Jimmy” (Emily) Spearman of Edisto, and Dr. William “Billy” (Starr) Spearman of Beaufort, and sister, Dr. Maridee Spearman (Bill McLaws) of Hendersonville, NC, and many nieces and nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews.
The family request that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to either SC Forestry Association, www.scforestry.org, Trout Unlimited, www.tu.org, or Quail Forever at www.quailforever.org.
Online condolences may be sent to the family on the obituary page of our web site, www.WilliamsburgFuneralHome.com.

Lloyd Herbert Cooper, 79, husband of Mary Elizabeth “Libby” Foxworth Cooper, died Monday, June 16, 2025, at his home in Salters, SC.
Lloyd was born December 18, 1945, in Kingstree, SC, a son of the late Marvin R. Cooper and Eula Mae McGee Cooper. He was a member of Trio Church and a US Army veteran. Lloyd enjoyed his antique vehicles, spending time on his farm in the Suttons Community, and especially spending time with family and friends.
In addition to his wife Libby, Lloyd is survived by: a stepson, Bill McClary of Kingstree; a son, Kevin Cooper of Greenville; a granddaughter, Leah Cooper of Greenville; three sisters, Sonya (Jim) Rusgrove of Murrells Inlet, Judy (John) Moore of Andrews, and Debbie (Kenny) McConnell of Georgetown; and a brother, Kenny (Patty) Cooper of Andrews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Barbara Gathright and a brother, Jon Phillip Cooper.
A memorial service will be held at 11 AM Thursday June 19, 2025, at Trio Church. Memorials may be made to Trio Church, c/o Mrs. Pearl Rowell, 39 Front Street, Salters, SC 29590.
Online condolences may be sent to the family on the obituary page of our web site, www.WilliamsburgFuneralHome.com.

Judith “Judy” Bamburg Schartenberg, widow of Kurt E. Schartenberg, died peacefully June 15, 2025, at The Landings of Georgetown assisted by Patriot Hospice.
Ms. Schartenberg was born August 22, 1933, in Chicago, Illinois, the only child and daughter of the late Joel and Adele Gould Bamburg. Judy was a graduate of Michigan State. She retired in 2003 from The Cove School in Northbrook, Illinois and moved to Kingstree, SC to be near family friends.
She attended St. Alban’s Episcopal Church and later Union Presbyterian Church.
Judy loved shopping and especially buying clothes and shoes to wear on her many places of worldwide travel. Besides reading, she also enjoyed playing bridge.
She is survived by a special friend, Diane Gilman Boyd, whose grandmother and Judy’s mother were best friends in Chicago in the 1920’s .
A heartfelt thanks goes out to the staff at The Landings of Georgetown for their loving care of Judy and also to Patriot Hospice who helped her in her final days. She will be laid to rest at Memorial Park Cemetery in Skokie, Illinois.

Catherine Cantey Rodgers, 97, widow of Harry H. Rodgers Sr., died peacefully Friday June 13, 2025.
Well before the invention of electricity and indoor plumbing, nearly a century ago, Catherine was born at home to Fallie Tharp and Lillian (Epps) Cantey on August 31, 1927. She grew up during hard times in New Zion, SC (Oakdale Community). There she developed her characteristic fortitude and resilience by picking cotton and tobacco to help the family eke out a living.
Catherine joined Midway Presbyterian Church at age 12, graduated high school at the age of 17 and married in 1945 at the age of 18. She was employed at Frierson’s Drug Store and Bell Telephone Company while her husband served in the U.S. Marine Corp. An active and cherished member of the Williamsburg Presbyterian Church, she was exceptionally hardworking and devoted to her family, friends, and community all her life.
She was always “on the go”, a veritable voyager who treasured her travel adventures far and wide. Catherine enjoyed vacationing, especially with family and friends. She went to the mountains, and beaches across the U.S.A. and to Europe. She was a blessed friend to all who were fortunate enough to cross her path as she progressed along her journey. She worked and lived and loved as a neighbor to everyone “by the side of the road”. She was recognized as a local artisan who readily shared her wisdom and special talents for quilting, ceramics, DIY crafting and all manners of needlework.
To honor her memory and extensive legacy she leaves behind her sons, Harry Herlong (“Hal”) (Michele) Rodgers and Michael Tharp (Maria) Rodgers. Grandsons, Christopher H. Rodgers and Michael J. (Kelsey) Rodgers.
Her step-grandchildren are Rachel E. Oertell, Dr. Adam G. (Anka) Stone, Emily Stone and Diana (Michael) Baker. Her step-great grandchildren are Eddie Oertell, Hailee Oertell, Brooke Stone, Ariana Baker and Melina Baker. Her “adopted” granddaughter is An (Bert) Van de Weghe-Vanloocke.
A very special niece, Cindy Parrott, was with Catherine daily since Catherine went to the McLeod Hospice House. We hope Cindy knows how eternally grateful we are for the loving and caring comfort she gave to her Aunt Catherine.
There are also many nieces and nephews, grand nieces and grand nephews.
In addition to her parents, Catherine was preceded in death by her parents, her husband of 50 years, Harry H. Rodgers Sr., three brothers Milton “Bubba” Cantey, Wallace Cantey, and Bennie Fallie Cantey, one sister, Sybil Parrot.
Funeral services will be held at 11 AM, Wednesday, June 18, 2025, at Williamsburg Presbyterian Church. Burial to follow at Williamsburg Cemetery. Mrs. Rodgers’ family will receive friends and family at Williamsburg Funeral Home on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, from 6-8 PM for visitation.
Memorials may be sent to Williamsburg Presbyterian Church, 411 N. Academy St. Kingstree, SC, 29556. Online condolences may be sent to the family on the obituary page of our web site, www.WilliamsburgFuneralHome.com.

Kenneth Charles Thames, Sr., 86, husband of Carolyn Baylor Thames, died Sunday June 8, 2025, at McLeod Regional Medical Center in Florence, SC.
Mr. Thames was born March 1, 1939, in Florence, a son of the late Charles Laverne Thames and Mildred Carter Thames. He retired from Williamsburg County School System Maintenance Department and was owner/operator of Thames Appliance Services until his health declined. Kenneth used his time and talents to help others, especially the elderly of the community. He could fix just about anything and would often charge nothing at all. He was a member of Kingstree First Baptist Church. Kenneth enjoyed fishing and farming and especially enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and attending their sports activities.
In addition to Carolyn, his wife of 58 years, Kenneth is survived by: his three sons, Kenneth C. “Ken” (Tammy) Thames, Jr of Alcolu, SC, Kevin (Michelle) Thames of Johnsonville, SC, and Kerry (Emily) Thames of Kingstree; his daughter, Amy (Bruce) Gause of Kingstree; a brother, Billy (Joyce) Thames of Martha’s Vineyard, MA; half-sister, Linda Whitten of Lexington, SC; 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 Tucson, AZ, Brook (Austin) Rabon of Johnsonville, Madison Thames of Johnsonville, Nathan (Breanna) Thames of Kingstree, Abigail (Sergio) Tranquilino of Simpsonville, SC, Brandy Lambert of Charleston, SC, Justin (Maci) Gause of Kingstree, and Brandy Gause of Kingstree; and many great grandchildren. In addition to his parents, Kenneth was preceded in death by a brother, Carter Thames of Rincon, GA, his grandparents who raised him, Ross and Eunice Thames, his stepmother, Claire Thames, and a great grandson, Noah Thames. The Thames family would like to offer a special thank you to Kenneth’s caregivers, Mary Cooper and Shonda McCullough of Guardian Angels Senior Care for their love and compassion.
Graveside funeral services will be held at 11:30 AM, Tuesday, June 10, 2025, at Kingstree Memorial Gardens. Kenneth’s family will receive friends and family at Williamsburg Funeral Home from 10-11 AM just prior to the service in Kingstree Memorial Gardens.
Memorials may be sent to MUSC Foundation, Children’s Health,18 Bee Street MSC 450, Charleston, SC 29425 or online at www.giving.musc.edu. Online condolences may be sent to the family on the obituary page of our web site, www.WilliamsburgFuneralHome.com.

Susan Diane Collins Mitchum, 75, wife of Tommy Glen Mitchum, died Tuesday June 3rd, 2025, at her mountain home in North Carolina.
Diane was born in Florence, SC, a daughter of the late Dewey and Vera Kennedy Collins. She was a 1968 graduate of Lake City High School and an active member of Kingstree First Baptist Church. Diane loved her Lord and Savior. She was ever faithful, reading her Bible and multiple devotions daily. Diane also loved her family and enjoyed hosting holiday celebrations at her home. She was a faithful caregiver, taking care of her mother, brother-in-law and sister-in-law during illness and until death. She would truly do anything for anybody. Diane also enjoyed spending time at her mountain home. It was her happy place, second to her church. She retired from the Department of Social Services after 30 years.
In addition to her husband Tommy, Diane is survived by a son, Bryan Mitchum, of Concord, NC; 2 sisters, Carolyn Garland (Steve), of Rock Hill, SC, and Judy Richardson (Larry), of Anderson, SC; a granddaughter, Margaret Elizabeth Wittmann; and a sister-in-law, Kaaron Collins.
In addition to her parents, Diane was preceded in death by her brother, Thomas Stephen Collins.
Funeral services will be held Saturday, June 7th, 2025, at 2:30 PM at Kingstree First Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Kingstree Memorial Gardens. A visitation will be 1-2PM before the service in the Family Life Center.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to The American Cancer Society P.O. Box 6704 Hagerstown, MD 21741, or the Kingstree First Baptist Church, Building Fund, 400 N Academy St., Kingstree, SC 29556. Online condolences may be sent to the family on the obituary page of our web site, www.WilliamsburgFuneralHome.com.

Cindy Youell, a devoted wife, loving mother, faithful servant, and cherished friend, passed into the arms of her Savior after a long and courageous battle with myofascial pain syndrome and extreme fibromyalgia. Her life was a testament to resilience and a heart fully devoted to serving God and others.
Originally from South Carolina, Cindy grew up on a farm where she developed a lifelong love for gardening, animals—especially chickens—and a deep interest in veterinary medicine. While attending pharmacy school, Cindy met the love of her life, Dr. Timothy Youell, then a medical student. The two married and shared 48 beautiful years together, marked by mutual devotion, partnership, and a shared faith. Cindy practiced pharmacy early in her career before embracing what she considered her greatest calling—motherhood. She poured her heart into raising and homeschooling their daughter, a role she regarded as the most rewarding accomplishment of her life.
Cindy’s life was full of creativity, service, and deep faith. She had a passion for cooking, reading, and gardening, and delighted in naming her beloved Cocker Spaniels after literary characters. She was a natural leader, organizing a supper club, the Medical Wives Auxiliary, and the Tea Party of Central Florida. She also ran the Christmas Angel Tree program at First Baptist Orlando and started a Sunday school class for 7th and 8th graders.
Even in her later years, Cindy never stopped exploring new interests—she took up tap dancing in her 50s and ran for state committee woman. Through all her endeavors, she remained a devoted disciple of Christ, enjoying Bible study, memorizing scripture, and making time for prayer with others. It was her deepest hope that the gifts God gave her were used to honor Him and bless those around her.
She leaves behind a legacy of love, faith, and service that will continue to inspire all who knew her. Her strength, kindness, and unwavering spirit will be deeply missed but forever remembered. Those family members left to remember her are her husband, Timothy Dale Youell of Altamonte Springs, FL, her daughter, Catherine Cooper Youell of Hollywood, CA, her mother, Clara Rudd Cooper of Andrews, SC, and her brother Robert Ernest Cooper of Andrews, SC
“I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.” — 2 Timothy 4:7

Cindy’s graveside funeral service will be held at 11 AM, Monday, May 26, 2025, at Suttons Methodist Church cemetery, 3168 Santee Road, Andrews, SC 29510. Her family will greet friends and family 4 to 6 PM Sunday, May 25, 2025, at Williamsburg Funeral Home in Kingstree, SC. Memorials may be made to Pet Rescue by Judy, 401 S. Laurel Avenue, Sanford, FL 32771 or online at www.petrescuebyjudy.com. Online condolences may be sent to the family on the obituary page of our web site, www.WilliamsburgFuneralHome.com.

Joan “Joni” Morris Kellahan, daughter of Joan Green Morris and the late Loyd Conrad Morris, died peacefully at The Heart Hospital in Columbia on May 3, 2025. Born on October 9, 1958, Joni often said she had the greatest childhood anyone could imagine. Growing up in Andrews, SC, she most enjoyed spending time with her Green cousins and working the summers at the Folly Beach pavilion with her grandmother “Big Momma.” In 1970, she met Kimbo at Williamsburg Academy, and their love story spanned over 55 years of devotion, laughter and enduring friendship.
Throughout her lifetime, Joni was her family’s biggest fan. Joni loved sports –first as a standout high school basketball player and cheerleader, later watching Kimbo play soccer at The Citadel, and always watching all of her children and grandchildren play.
Joni worked in her family business, Rosemary Amusements of Andrews, Inc., with her mother, father and brother. For decades, Joni kept the books in order, not just for over ten businesses, but for family who trusted and depended on her sharp mind and even sharper attention to detail. Whether it was reconciling an account or reminding someone of a forgotten detail, Joni had a way of keeping everyone on track with grace and a knowing smile. Recently, she worked with her sister Brenda with Merry Everything where they enjoyed traveling and selling art all over the country.
Joni was an active charter member of Kingstree Presbyterian Church where she served in multiple roles including past President of Women in the Church. She was a faithful and fun member of her bridge club, book club, and supper club – and always managed to bring her wisdom and warmth to each. Her greatest joy – by far – was being JoJo to her beloved grandchildren, all of whom lived within a mile of her home. It was the gift she never took for granted. More than her knowledge of tradition or her flawless sense of style, Joni will be remembered for her kindness, her generosity and the way she made everyone feel seen and supported.
Joni is survived by her devoted husband of forty-nine years, Kenneth “Kimbo” Reid Kellahan, their children Kenneth Reid Kellahan, Jr., (Meredith), Justin Morris Kellahan (Tracy), Richard Conrad Kellahan (Blair) and Kathryn “Katie” Kellahan Wheeler (Bill), and thirteen grandchildren who affectionately called her JoJo: Sarah Kensley, Jay, Sophie, Paige, Anne, Addison, Corinne, Emma, Mary Helen, Joan, Kelley, Lizzie and Bo, and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Joni is also survived by her mother Joan Green Morris, her sisters Brenda Morris Kerrison (Paul), Amy Morris Edwards (Hugh), her brother, Loyd Conrad Morris, Jr. (Lisa). She was preceded in death by her grandparents, father, Loyd Conrad Morris, nieces, Laura Elizabeth Kerrison and Olivia Kathleen Edwards, her father-in-law, Richard Herman Kellahan, mother-in-law, Helen Reid Kellahan, brother-in-law, John Russell Kellahan, and niece, Reid Louise Kellahan.

The family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to all the doctors and nurses in the Cardiopulmonary ICU at PRISMA Richland who extended exceptional care and love to us.
A Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, May 6 at 11 A.M. at Kingstree Presbyterian Church with burial at Williamsburg Cemetery. A reception will be held following the graveside service at the Kellahan residence. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be sent to Kingstree Presbyterian Church, PO Box 904, Kingstree, SC 29556 or Williamsburg Academy Booster Club, 1000 Sandy Bay Road, Kingstree, SC 29556.

William Corneilous “Neil” Cantey, 58, husband of Jade Hardee Cantey, died Friday, May 2, 2025, at McLeod Hospice House in Florence, SC, surrounded by his beloved family.
Mr. Cantey was born April 29, 1967, in Kingstree, SC, a son of the late William Corneilous Cantey, II and Sandra McKenzie Cantey. He was a graduate of Kingstree Senior High School. Neil was a tank welder and inspector for T&M Transfer for 24 years. He was lovingly known as “Neil the Wheel” by his family and friends. Neil was a “Jack-of-All-Trades” and was a perfectionist in all his work, especially caring for his truck and yard. Neil loved his family above all. He was a very charitable man and enjoyed helping friends with whatever they needed; without charging a dime. Some say if he didn’t make his daily trip to Johnny Boy’s, they may not be in business right now. Neil delighted in looking at classic cars and appreciated NASCAR racing. He enjoyed both hunting and fishing in his cherished home of Williamsburg County and loved listening to 70s music with the sound blasting. Neil loved his wife’s cooking and bragged on her daily. He was a member of Kingstree First Assembly, where he sat on the front row every Sunday watching his wife sing and clapping for her.
Mr. Cantey is survived by: his wife of 27 years, Jade; sons, Bill (Annie) Cantey of Arizona and Brock (Jayden Hayden) Cantey, of Turbeville; daughters, Doty Cantey and Madison Cantey (Dario) Flores, both of Florence; step-son, Kyle Newton of Sumter; step-granddaughters, Avery and Kylie; step-grandson, Wyatt; grandson, Samuel Nathan Flores; a sister-in-law, Beth (Ricky) Poston of Andrews; a sister, Teri Ward of Greeleyville; nieces, Billie Ann Patrick and McKenzie (Wyatt) Morris; and nephews, Drake Patrick, Lajoe (Cameron) Ward and Richie (Kateland) Poston. In addition to his parents, Neil was preceded in death by a sister, Patti Patrick, and 2 brothers-in-law, David Patrick and Chris Ward.
Funeral services will be held at 5 PM, Monday, May 5, 2025, at Kingstree First Assembly, 872 Sumter Highway, Kingstree, SC 29556. Mr. Cantey’s family will receive friends and family at the church beginning at 4 PM prior to the service. Burial will be private.
Memorials may be sent to Kingstree First Assembly, 872 Sumter Highway, Kingstree, SC 29556. Online condolences may be sent to the family on the obituary page of our web site, www.WilliamsburgFuneralHome.com.

Bertha Catherine Hatcher Harris, 100, wife of the late William R. Harris, died Saturday, April 26, 2025, at her granddaughter’s home in Darlington, SC.
Mrs. Harris was born November 3, 1924, a daughter of the late Julius Hartley Hatcher, Sr. and Martha Ann Mishoe Hatcher. She was a homemaker and worked at A&P, Piggly Wiggly and Campbell Soup before retiring. She found great enjoyment working in her yard and planting flowers.
Mrs. Harris is survived by: three daughters, Toby (Bobby) Dukes, Mary F. (William) Bryant, and Judy M. (Thomas) Banty; eight grandchildren, Scottie Duke, Matthew Duke, Brandi (Ray) Dailey, Michelle (Mike) Ricupero, Jessica (Christian) Woods, Amber Kelly, Trey (Lori) Morris, and Wyatt (McKenzie) Morris; and many great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren. In addition to her parents and her husband, William R. Harris, Mrs. Harris was preceded in death by her first husband, Reese Francis Morris, Sr., daughter, Dorothy M. Parks, son, Reese F. Morris, Jr., grandson, Robert “Van” Dukes, five brothers and one sister.
Graveside services will be held at 3 PM Wednesday, April 30, 2025, at Kingstree Memorial Gardens, 11095 Hemingway Highway, Kingstree, SC.
Memorials may be sent to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or online at www.stjude.org. Online condolences may be sent to the family on the obituary page of our web site, www.WilliamsburgFuneralHome.com.

Jeffrey Blane Duck, 69, husband of Roberta M. Duck, died Thursday, April 24, 2025, at his home in Kingstree, SC.
Mr. Duck was born February 9, 1956, in Berkeley, California, a son of the late Floyd “Gene” Duck and Mary Duck. He was a graduate of University of Northern Colorado in Greeley, Colorado and received a master’s degree in business administration from Webster University. Jeffrey was a veteran of the United States Air Force and afterward, spent his career in sales and management before retirement. He was a lover of history, especially American history of the 1800’s and the Civil War. Jeffrey was an avid fan of the Atlanta Braves and was always excited to attend their games. He enjoyed the peace and quiet of living on the Black River.
Mr. Duck is survived by his wife Roberta Duck, his daughter, Sarah (Travis) Nettles, grandson, Asher Nettles, and nieces, Elizabeth (Wendell) Stephens and Katherine (Adam) Bell. In addition to his parents, Jeffrey was preceded in death by a brother, Thomas Duck.
A Memorial Service will be held at 4 P.M. on Wednesday, April 30 2025 in the Williamsburg Funeral Home Chapel. The Duck family will receive guests following the service.
Memorials may be sent to Tunnel to Towers Foundation, 2361 Hylan Blvd., Staten Island, NY 10306 or online at www.t2t.org or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or online at www.stjude.org. Online condolences may be sent to the family on the obituary page of our web site, www.WilliamsburgFuneralHome.com.

Anita Freed Marcus, 77, widow of David Joel Marcus, died Monday April 21, 2025, at her home in Kingstree.
Anita was born in Sumter, SC, a daughter of the late Hyman and Betty Finke Freed. She was a graduate of Sumter High School and received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Ohio State University. She owned and operated Anita Marcus School of Dance for 30 years in Kingstree, and taught dance in Manning, Andrews and other towns throughout her career. She also worked with her husband David in the Kingstree Travel Agency for many years. Anita loved to needlepoint and going to the beach. She also loved to help people and was a strong supporter and advocate for women’s rights. Anita was a member of Temple Beth Or in Kingstree.
Anita is survived by two sons, Michael Marcus, of Kingstree, and Charlie Marcus (Rebecca Smerling) of Lexington, MA; 3 grandchildren, Sophie, Ruby, and Asher Marcus; 3 sisters, Barbara Freed James (Tommie), Andrea Freed Levinson (Joe), and Judi Freed Siegfried (Kevin).
She was preceded in death by her husband, and a grandson, Drew Micha Marcus.
A memorial service will be held Thursday April 24, 2025, at 12:00 PM in the Williamsburg Funeral Home Chapel.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Friends of the IDF, PO Box 4224 NY, NY 10163, or online at www.support.fidf.org. Online condolences may be sent to the family on the obituary page of our web site, www.WilliamsburgFuneralHome.com.

Samuel Mayes Pringle, Jr., age 84, husband of Brenda Boyd Pringle, died April 19, 2025, at his home in Surfside Beach, SC after a brief illness.
The funeral service will be held at 11 AM, Wednesday, April 23, 2025, at Union Presbyterian Church, 4501 SC Highway 377, Salters, SC, followed by the committal service in the church cemetery. Sammy’s family will receive friends and family in the Martin Building at the church immediately following the committal service.
Sammy was born January 8, 1941, in Alcolu, SC, a son of the late Samuel Mayes Pringle, Sr. and Mildred Elizabeth Kennedy Pringle. He graduated from Edmunds High School in Sumter, SC in 1959, and completed his education in 1963, graduating from The University of South Carolina, College of Pharmacy, in Columbia, SC.
He spent his life as a pharmacist in the following SC towns: Manning, Sumter, Clinton, Florence, Kingstree, Pawleys Island, Surfside Beach and Garden City, retiring in 2020. He loved pharmacy and was well respected in his profession. Family gatherings were his passion, whether taking a family trip, getting together for special occasions, or simply meeting for a meal. One of his favorite memories that he spoke of often was eating lunch on the rocks along the mountain streams in North Carolina. He spent his leisure time as an avid fan of the University of SC Gamecocks, the Atlanta Braves, and the Boston Red Sox.
Sammy was very dedicated and devoted to his family, which was of the utmost importance to him. He leaves behind his wife of 60 years, Brenda, as well as his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. They have three daughters: Cassandra Gamble Smith (Steve), Debbie Pringle Buford (Tony), Lisa Gamble Smith (Lewis), and their son, Samuel Boyd Pringle. There are four granddaughters: Kerri Cassandra Smith Oates (Bentley), Merrit Mayes Smith Yahnis (Charles), Lisa Marlena “Marley” Smith Carlton (Lucas), and Lillian Taylor Pringle Helms (Christan) and one grandson, Winston Brooks “Winn” Smith. The family also includes one great-granddaughter and four great-grandsons. Sammy has one brother, Charles Gary Pringle (Dolores) of Summerville, SC, as well as one niece, two nephews, two great nieces and one great nephew. He will be missed by his beloved Shih tzu, Marshall.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the Union Presbyterian Church, ℅ Diane Boyd, 114 E. Brooks Street, Kingstree, SC 29556 or The National Kidney Foundation, 5300 Rivers Ave. Suite 2 North Charleston, SC 29406. Online condolences may be sent to the family on the obituary page of our web site, www.WilliamsburgFuneralHome.com.