Willa Justine McCutchen Matthews, 85, wife of the late Dexter Matthews, passed away peacefully Friday, November 28, 2025, at MUSC Health Florence Medical Center after a long illness.
Justine was born October 29, 1940, in Kingstree, SC, a daughter of the late James Willard McCutchen and Mildred Odell McClary McCutchen. She was a graduate of Kingstree High School, worked at Dubin’s Department Store for numerous years, and retired from W.M. Anderson Primary School after many years of teaching Pre-K students. Justine was a dedicated homemaker who enjoyed sewing and refinishing furniture. She was a member of Kingstree Second Baptist Church.
Justine is survived by: her three sons, Jay (Brenda) Matthews, Timothy (Lisa) Matthews, and Jamie Matthews, all of Kingstree; two grandchildren, Scotty Matthews and Melanie Matthews; seven great grandchildren; two great-great grandchildren; two sisters, Cynthia (Bobby) Robinson and Charlene McKenzie, both of Kingstree; and many nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and her husband Dexter, Justine was preceded in death by sisters, Carol Gandy, Darlene Miles, and Clarice Mercer and a grandson, Ethan Hunter Matthews.
A graveside service for Justine will be held at 10 AM, Monday, December 1, 2025, at Kingstree Second Baptist Church Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Kingstree Second Baptist Church, 20 Dennis Avenue, Kingstree, SC 29556. Online condolences may be sent to the family on the obituary page at www.WilliamsburgFuneralHome.com

Robert Alan Thornhill, 74, passed away peacefully Thursday, November 20, 2025, at MUSC Health Florence Medical Center after a long illness.

Robert was born March 24, 1951, in Lake City, SC, the son of the late Bob Edward Thornhill and Reba Sauls Thornhill Keefe. He was a 1969 graduate of Kingstree High School and attended Palmer College in Charleston. Robert excelled in restaurant management and really enjoyed his years at Piccolo’s where he was a partner and later at his own restaurant, Robert’s Food and Spirits. Robert was also a former employee of Farmers Telephone Co-Op during his career. In later years, as his health declined, Robert enjoyed watching the old movies, especially Forrest Gump, Titanic, Mrs. Doubtfire, and anything on the CMT channel. He was a member of Kingstree Second Baptist Church.

Robert is survived by his sister, Nancy T. Wilkes of Kingstree, nieces, Casey Gause (C. Jolly) of York, SC, Jessica (James) Colton of Virginia Beach, VA, and Brittany (Kevin) Carmon of Kingstree. In addition to his parents, Robert was preceded in death by a sister, Dottie Gause, a niece, Donna Wilkes Matthews, grandfather, J.E. Sauls and grandmother, Eva McGee Sauls.

There will be a memorial service for Robert at 3:30 PM, Sunday, November 30, 2025, at Kingstree Second Baptist Church. Online condolences may be sent to the family on the obituary page at www.WilliamsburgFuneralHome.com

    Mr. Marvin Leroy “Tiny” Ward, 94, died Thursday, November 6, 2025, in McLeod
Hospice House after a short illness.
Mr. Ward was born November 30, 1930, in Williamsburg County, a son of the late Leroy
Edward Ward and Eunice Eaddy Ward. He was a graduate of Indiantown High School
and was an active member of Kingstree First Pentecostal Holiness Church, where he
had formerly served as Deacon, Sunday School Superintendent, and Song leader. He
farmed for many years until retirement and formerly worked at his brother-in-law, Ed
Mishoe’s grocery store, cutting meat among other jobs. Mr. Ward was preceded in death
by his wife of 56 years, Alice Faye Coker Ward, 4 sisters, Vermell Ward Douglas, Annabelle
Ward Benton, Lou Dell Ward Mishoe, Elizabeth Ward Elliott, and 2 brothers, Rev. Rhett
Ward and Rev. Robert Ward.
Surviving are 2 sons, Michael (Denise) Ward and Rev. Clark Ward of Kingstree; a
daughter Esther Ward, of Kingstree; granddaughters, Stephanie (Brian) Harrington, of
New Zion and Sarah (Erik) Knotts, of Scranton; grandson, John Caleb Ward, of
Andrews; 2 step-grandsons, Allen (Crystal) Foxworth of Pamplico and Steven Foxworth of Pleasant Hill; 3 great grandchildren, Lacey Harrington (Kyle) Scoggins of New Zion, Ethan
Knotts and Abby Faye Knotts of Scranton; 3 step-great grandchildren, Allen Foxworth III and Gage Foxworth of Pamplico and Charlotte Foxworth of Pleasant Hill; 1 brother, Thurmond Ward of Kingstree; and many nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be 3:00 p.m., Sunday, November 9, 2025, in Williamsburg
Funeral Home Chapel, Kingstree, SC with burial following at the Kingstree First
Pentecostal Holiness Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends at Williamsburg
Funeral Home from 1:30-2:30 p.m. preceding the funeral service.
Memorials may be made to Kingstree First Pentecostal Holiness Church Building Fund,
37 McCall Road, Kingstree, SC or to McLeod Hospice, PO Box 100551, Florence,
SC 29502. Online condolences may be sent to the family on the obituary page at our website www.WilliamsburgFuneralHome.com.

Alice Heins Eatmon, 87, died peacefully with her daughters by her side on Wednesday, October 29, 2025.
She was a devoted mother and wife who adored all her family. She was born in Kingstree, SC, and attended Kingstree High School where she was a cheerleader. She also held the title of Miss Williamsburg County.
Alice married Edward Eatmon, her high school sweetheart, on January 28, 1961. They shared almost 60 years together. She was a loving mother, homemaker, and decorator who made holidays, birthdays, and special occasions festive and magical.
She believed in Jesus Christ and instilled this belief in her children. Alice, like most people from Kingstree, loved the Black River. She spent time there many days praying and finding peace in its beauty.
Alice was predeceased by her mother Virginia Gee, father Dalton Gee, husband Edward Eatmon, and sister Mary (Winnie) Wilkie.
She is survived by her daughters Alicia and Kelley Eatmon, sisters Anne Koenig and Virginia (Ginny) Gee, brother Beau Gee, and numerous nieces and nephews.
The family would like to thank Lexington Medical Center and MSA Hospice for the kindness, respect, and dignity shown to all of us.

A memorial service will be held at 2 PM Wednesday, November 12th in the Williamsburg Funeral Home Chapel.
Memorials may be sent to the First Baptist Church of Kingstree Cemetery Fund, 400 N. Academy St., Kingstree, SC 29556. Online condolences may be sent to the family on the obituary page on our website, www.WilliamsburgFuneralHome.com.

Norman “Aubrey” Williamson, 92, husband of Emma Lois Inman Williamson, died at his home in Kingstree, SC on October 30, 2025, surrounded by his family.
Aubrey was born March 18, 1933, in the Hebron Community, a son of the late Hoyt Stephen Williamson and Bertie Caulder Williamson. He was a graduate of Kingstree High School, the University of South Carolina, and the Graduate School of Banking at LSU. Aubrey was a veteran of the US Army and served in the US Army Reserve.
Aubrey was a faithful member of First Baptist Church where he served as a Sunday school teacher and on many committees. He was a deacon and at the time of his death, a trustee.
He was retired from Farmers Telephone and served as Chairman of the Board for Williamsburg First National Bank until his resignation. Mr. Aubrey was formerly a member of the Lion’s Club, the ultimate “DIY’er” and a Boy Scout Leader. He was a Master Gardener and developed his farm, Twin Lakes, into a venue for weddings or family gatherings. He attended the Wooden Boat School in Brooklin, Maine for 7 years. He enjoyed woodworking and built many pieces of furniture with the help of his friend, Duane Shuler. Aubrey served two terms on town council and was Mayor pro tem.
Survivors include his wife of 63 years, Emma Inman Williamson; 3 sons, Stan Williamson (Lori) of Kingstree, Scott Williamson (Dana) of Kingstree, Stephen Williamson (Holly) of Sumter, SC; grandchildren, Matthew Williamson, Ann Louise Williamson, Hunter Watford, Caulder Williamson, Emmie Williamson, Reid Williamson; and a brother, Joe Brice Williamson. In addition to his parents Aubrey was preceded in death by his brothers, Hoyt Laverne Williamson, Henry Caulder Williamson, Alva Stephen Williamson and Roland Curtis Williamson.
The family would like to express gratitude to Gentiva Hospice nurses Heather, Erica, Tabitha and Kerry, for their care and love to Mr. Aubrey and his family.
A funeral service will be held 3:00 P.M, Sunday, November 2, 2025, at Kingstree First Baptist Church, 400 N. Academy Street, Kingstree, SC 29556. Mr. Williamson’s family will greet friends and family in the Family Life Center at the church beginning at 2 PM, just prior to the service. The family will also receive visitors at Twin Lakes following the burial.
Memorials may be made to Williamson Cemetery, c/o Stan Williamson, 515 Live Oak Avenue, Kingstree, SC 29556 or Williamsburg Baptist Association Disaster Relief Chain Saw Unit, c/o Erma Brockington, 1301 Willtown Road, Kingstree, SC 29556
Online condolences can be posted for the family on the obituary page at www.williamsburgfuneralhome.com

Joan Elizabeth “Joni” Barwick, 64, died Friday, October 24, 2025, at Lexington Medical Center after a long illness.
Joni was born April 13, 1961, in Kingstree, SC, a daughter of the late Charles Richard Barwick, Sr. and Joan Lifrage Barwick. She was a graduate of Williamsburg Academy and attended Winthrop College. Joni worked at the Litchfield Inn where she discovered her aptitude for hotel management. She moved to the Columbia area and began her more than 30 years career in hotel management, achieving many accolades and awards along the way. She spent the last twelve years of her career at Hampton Inn where she was loved and respected by her coworkers but had to retire early twenty years ago after complications from back surgery. Joni was a lifelong member of Union Presbyterian Church.
Joni is survived by: her brother, Charles R. “Chad” (Jennifer) Barwick, Jr of Salters, SC; a sister, Scarlett Barwick of Kingstree, SC; a niece, Kaylee Barwick of Salters; stepmother, Peggy Barwick of Kingstree; a stepsister, Rachel B. (Will) Caulder of Kingstree; a stepbrother, Jim (Melanie) Barker of Irmo, SC; and her best friend and caregiver, Karen Pryor of Gaston, along with her parents, Ret. Major Robert W. Pryor and Sandy Pryor and her sister, Andrea Black (Earl Boone). They became Joni’s bonus family surrounding her with love and support, especially during her illness. Sadly, Major Pryor passed away the same day as Joni.
A graveside funeral service will be held at 2:00 PM, Friday, October 31, 2025, at Union Presbyterian Church Cemetery, 4501 M.L. King Jr Highway, Salters, SC. Online condolences can be posted for the family on the obituary page at www.williamsburgfuneralhome.com

Auddie Cleveland Brown Jr., 78, husband of Sandra L. Brown, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his family Wednesday afternoon, October 22, 2025, after a long-fought health battle.
Born in Kingstree, SC, on October 14, 1947, he was the son of the late Sarah Virginia Davis and Auddie Cleveland Brown. Auddie attended Kingstree High School and Columbia Commercial College. Auddie was a salesman through and through. From his beginnings as a shoe salesman at Sears to owning several car dealerships in Kingstree, Florence, and Darlington. He loved selling cars and was proud to call his customers family. Auddie was a member of Kingstree Presbyterian Church. He was also a member of the Masons and the Shriners. He was an avid sportsman enjoying nothing more than spending time with his children, grandchildren and his friends on his farm, sharing his love of quail, dove, and duck hunting and caring for his bird dogs and horses. He loved Kingstree and Williamsburg County, and you would never find him too far away for long.
Auddie is survived by Sandra, his loving and devoted wife of 59 ½ years, his sons Cliff Brown and Chris (Wanda) Brown of Kingstree, SC and daughters Sara (Will) Webber and Sonya (Brian) Lane of Lexington, SC. His most loved and adored grandchildren, Davis Brown, Lane Brown, Austin Webber, Gibson (Blakely) Brown, Mia Lane, Brennan Webber, Christina Brown, Marian Nell Easler, and Tyson Funderburk.
In addition to his parents, Auddie was preceded in death by his brother, Wentworth Edwards “Winn” Brown.
A visitation will be held on Friday, October 24, 2025, from 6-8 at Williamsburg Funeral Home in Kingstree, SC. A celebration of life graveside service will be held on Saturday, October 25, 2025, at 2:00 at Union Presbyterian Church Cemetery, 4501 M.L. King Jr Highway, Salters, SC. Following the service the family welcomes family and friends to stop by their home. Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or online at www.stjude.org, Union Presbyterian Church, c/o Diane Boyd, 114 E. Brooks Street, Kingstree, SC 29556, or Kingstree Presbyterian Church, PO Box 904, Kingstree, SC 29556.
A special thank you to Jean Smith of Agape Hospice, Leroy Thompson (Bubba), Harry Beaufort, and Jack Strong.

Tami K. Rodgers, 53, wife of Davis Rodgers, died Monday October 6, 2025, at her home, surrounded by her beloved family, after a courageous battle with breast cancer.
Tami was born February 24, 1972, a daughter of Sherry Miles Kortness and the late Kenneth L. Kortness. She was a graduate of Kingstree Senior High School and retired as Publisher of The News in Kingstree after more than 30 years of service. She received numerous awards from the SC Press Association over the years. Tami was an active member of Kingstree Presbyterian Church, and she loved her church family. She taught Sunday School and was a member of the WIC. She loved to cook for her family and friends on holidays, attend school events, work puzzles, and truly enjoyed kayaking and fishing on Black River.
In addition to her husband of 34 years, Dave of Kingstree, survivors are: a son, Joshua Rodgers (Mary Gray Glick) of Florence; a daughter, Abigail Rodgers (Corey Knotts) of Kingstree; her mother, Sherry Kortness of Spokane, WA; two brothers, David Smith of Charlotte, NC and Roger Kortness of Spokane, WA. Tami also had several nieces and nephews that she loved like her own children. She was preceded in death by her father Kenneth Kortness.
Tami’s family would like to give special thanks to McLeod Oncology, Dr. James Smith and the entire staff for their care and compassion during Tami’s illness.
A memorial service will be held at 2 PM Wednesday October 8, 2025, at Kingstree Presbyterian Church, 229 Sumter Highway, Kingstree, SC 29556. Tami’s family will greet friends and family in the fellowship hall following the service.
Memorials may be made to McLeod Cancer Center HOPE Fund at https://www.mcleodhealth.org/foundation/primary-areas-support/cancer/ or McLeod Health Foundation PO Box 100551 Florence, SC 29502-0551.
Online condolences can be posted for the family at www.williamsburgfuneralhome.com

Rebecca Holmes Carson, 65, beloved wife of Kit Carson, of Kingstree, SC, died peacefully at her home after a long, courageous battle with cancer on October 4, 2025.
Rebecca was born December 27, 1959, in Augusta, Georgia and grew up in Johnston, SC on a peach farm. She was the daughter of the late Fred Morris and Helen Harrison Holmes. She was a graduate of Wardlaw Academy and University of South Carolina.
While living in Charleston for twenty- five years, she was a member of Grace Episcopal Church. After moving to Kingstree, she attended the Williamsburg Presbyterian Church.
Rebecca’s kind soul was reflected by her love of family and friends, family trips to the beach, gardening, her beloved pets, and shopping for unique gifts for her home.
Rebecca is survived by her husband, Kit Carson, brothers Fred (Nancy) Holmes of Lexington, SC; John (Pam) Holmes of Graniteville, SC; and sister Anne (Kim) Sidey of Aiken, SC. She was pre-deceased by her parents and brother Edmund Holmes.
Graveside services will be held at 1:00 PM Friday, October 10, 2025 at Mt. Zion Cemetery, W. Main Street, Central, SC.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to your local animal shelter.
Online condolences can be posted for the family on the obituary page at www.williamsburgfuneralhome.com

Ina Myrtle Knight Blake, 91, wife of the late Frank Thomas Blake, died Saturday, October 4, 2025, at McLeod Regional Medical Center in Florence after a brief illness.
Ina, lovingly known as “Miss Pete” by all who knew her, was born February 12, 1934, in Florence County, SC, a daughter of the late Ralph D. Knight and Louise Jordan Knight. She was a graduate of Kingstree High School, and worked some years at Warsaw Manufacturing, but her real calling came when she opened a day care for the neighborhood children. The “neighborhood” grew as families found out what a blessing it was to have your children stay with “Miss Pete”! Her loving ways with the children were appreciated by the parents and children alike. When the children grew up, they came back to visit Miss Pete and some of the luckiest ones brought their children back to stay with Miss Pete. She operated the day care for over 30 years. When she wasn’t taking care of children, Miss Pete loved working in her yard growing flowering shrubs and bedding plants. She had lovely ferns hanging on her porch creating a gathering place. Miss Pete enjoyed reading, shopping, cooking a delicious cream cheese pound cake, and especially spending time with her beloved family. She was a member of Salters Assembly of God Church until it closed and then attended Kingstree First Assembly of God along with Union Presbyterian Church whose minister Marty Hodge was her close neighbor.
Surviving Mrs. Blake are: two daughters, Melinda (Marion) McCrea of Salters and Diane Umphlett of Kingstree; three granddaughters, Amy Thomas, Angela (Curt) Mahoney, and Chelsea (Matthew) Clites; four great granddaughters, Acelyn Griffin, Avie Manigault, Anna Manigault, Farrah Blake, and Cora Mahoney; three great grandsons, Zed and Gabe Clites and Xander Blake; five great-great grandchildren; a sister, Anita Haynes of Anderson, SC; and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and her husband Frank, Miss Pete was preceded in death by her son, Rev. Stephen Michael Blake, a grandson, Joshua Stephen Blake, and seven siblings, Gertrude Thompson, Geneva Smith, Katherine Powell, Sam M. Knight, Donald K. Knight, Mattie Sue Kennedy, and Glenn R. Knight.
Funeral services will be held at 2 PM Tuesday, October 7, 2025, at Williamsburg Funeral Home with burial in Kingstree Memorial Gardens. Miss Pete’s family will greet friends and family beginning at 1 PM just prior to the service at Williamsburg Funeral Home.
Memorials may be made to Kingstree First Assembly of God, 872 Sumter Highway, Kingstree, SC 29556 or Union Presbyterian Church, c/o Diane Boyd, 114 E Brooks Street, Kingstree, SC 29556.
Online condolences can be posted for the family at www.williamsburgfuneralhome.com

Jack Marcellous McCrea, 73, husband of Janet Ruehl McCrea, died Sunday, September 28, 2025, at his home in the Cedar Swamp Community surrounded by family.
Jack was born July 22, 1952, in Williamsburg County, SC, the son of the late Lathan Marcellous McCrea and Moeaden Eaddy McCrea. He was a graduate of Kingstree High School and earned his degree in Ag Education from Clemson University in 1974. Jack was an avid outdoorsman, enjoying farming, fishing and hunting on his land in Cedar Swamp. He was a faithful member of Central Presbyterian Church serving as Elder Emeritus. He served 18 years with the Department of Probation, Parole and Pardon Services in Williamsburg County and was elected Sheriff of Williamsburg County in 1993, where he served for 5 years. Jack was a family man and a fantastic cook, enjoying time spent with his family, especially his grandchildren, over any meal he prepared.
Surviving Mr. McCrea, in addition to his wife of 50 years Janet, are: two sons, William Marcellous McCrea (Shannon) and Carl Ruehl McCrea (Chasity) both of Kingstree; five grandchildren, Jennifer Grace McCrea, Emma Bailey McCrea, Shelby Ryan McCrea, Jack Marcellous McCrea and Summer Ruehl McCrea; two sisters, Nellie Harriette McCrea and Donna Jane McCrea; a special sister, Noreen K. Steward; and his “Hog Dog” JoJo.
Funeral services will be held at 11 AM Wednesday, October 1, 2025, at Central Presbyterian Church with burial in Tisdale Cemetery. Jack’s family will greet friends and family from 5 to 7 PM, Tuesday, September 30, 2025, at Williamsburg Funeral Home.
Memorials may be made to Central Presbyterian Church, PO Box 421, Kingstree, SC 29556, or Tisdale Cemetery, c/o Mike Tisdale, 1149 Doc Kellahan Road, Kingstree, SC 29556, or Cedar Grove Baptist Church, 3905 Big Woods Road, Kingstree, SC 29556.
Online condolences can be posted for the family at www.williamsburgfuneralhome.com

Thomas Lee “Tommy” Boyd, III, 78, husband of Martha “Mitzi” Parker Boyd, died Sunday, September 28, 2025, at McLeod Hospice House after a short illness.
Tommy was born December 2, 1946, in Kingstree, SC, the son of the late Thomas Lee “T.L.” Boyd, Jr. and Virginia Britton Boyd. He was a graduate of Kingstree High School and received a degree in Forestry from the University of Tennessee. Tommy was a US Air Force veteran and retired from the US Postal Service. He was a faithful and dedicated member of Union Presbyterian Church where he served as an elder and was the church pianist for over forty years. He played every Sunday and for innumerable weddings and funerals. Not only was Tommy a talented musician, but he also crafted musical instruments along with furniture. He taught classes at the John C. Campbell Folk School in Brasstown, NC, for over twenty years teaching the old Appalachian ways of creating furniture and musical instruments. He focused on Windsor chairs and deacon benches and created treasured heirlooms for his family and helped others do the same. When he wasn’t in his workshop, you could find him in the kitchen cooking southern favorites including the best chicken purlieu and old-fashioned biscuits made with lard to share with family, his church family and friends. Tommy was a generous and talented man, and he enjoyed sharing each of his talents with others.
Surviving Mr. Boyd, in addition to his wife Mitzi, are: his son, C.C. “Trey” Rourk; his daughter, Laura Paige Cason; granddaughter, Harley Delynn Crews; great granddaughter, Delainey Patrice Crews; great grandson, Grayson David Crews; and numerous beloved cousins.
Funeral services will be held at 3 PM Wednesday, October 1, 2025, at Union Presbyterian Church, with burial in the church cemetery. Tommy’s family will greet friends and family in the Martin Building at the church beginning at 2 PM just prior to the service.
Memorials may be made to Union Presbyterian Church, c/o Diane Boyd, 114 E. Brooks Street, Kingstree, SC 29556.
Online condolences can be posted for the family at www.williamsburgfuneralhome.com

Raymond Chesley Covington, 90, husband of the late Carmen McClary Covington, died Friday, September 26, 2025, at his home in Kingstree, SC.
Mr. Raymond was born September 6, 1935, in Williamsburg County, a son of the late Holland Spears Covington and Mary McKnight Covington. He was a graduate of Greeleyville High School and retired from Milliken in Kingstree as an industrial engineer. After retirement, Raymond and Carmen owned and operated R&CC Framers for many years, helping many satisfied customers. Raymond was an avid fisherman and enjoyed photography. He attended Williamsburg Baptist Church when his health allowed.
Surviving Mr. Covington are: a sister Janice C. Russell, of Sumter, SC; many nieces and nephews including a special nephew, Dicky Butler of Stokes, NC; special cousins, Bert and Ondra Hanna of Kingstree; and his close furry companion Buster. Mr. Raymond’s family offers a special thank you to Lee Washington and Donnie Wall for all their care and concern over the last few years. The family would also like to thank Erica, Tabitha, Carrie, and Carey from Gentiva Hospice for their care of Raymond in recent days. In addition to his parents and his wife Carmen, Raymond was preceded in death by six siblings, four sisters and two brothers.
Funeral services will be held at 4 PM Sunday, September 28, 2025, at Williamsburg Funeral Home with burial at Kingstree Memorial Gardens. Mr. Covington’s family will greet friends beginning at 3 PM just prior to the service at the funeral home.
Memorials may be made to Williamsburg Baptist Church, c/o Merianne Cowley, 2111 Thurgood Marshall Highway, Kingstree, SC 29556 or Williamsburg County Animal Shelter, 200 County Camp Road, Kingstree, SC 29556.
Online condolences can be posted for the family at www.williamsburgfuneralhome.com

Kenneth “Kenny” Eugene McClary, 76, husband of the late Sandra Gandy McClary, died at home Wednesday, September 24, 2025, after a short illness.
Kenny was born February 17, 1949, in Williamsburg County, a son of the late Clemson Laverne McClary and Juanita Green McClary. He was a graduate of Kingstree High School and retired from Farmers Telephone Co-Op as construction foreman.
Surviving Mr. McClary are: two sons, Ken (Sherri) McClary, Jr. of Greenwood, SC and Dean (Missy) McClary of Kingstree; five grandsons, Trey McClary, Juston (Marion) McClary, Caleb McClary, Hunter Yates, and Daniel (Amanda) Oxendine; three great grandchildren, Kelly, Paisleigh, and Cameron; a young man who was like a son to him, Roy Nexsen; a sister Betty Yandle of Charlotte; and a special friend, Peggy Elliott. In addition to his parents and his wife Sandra, Kenny was preceded in death by brothers, Samuel Donald McClary and Cecil Laverne McClary.
Funeral services will be held at 2 PM Saturday, September 27, 2025, at Williamsburg Funeral Home with burial at Kingstree Pentecostal Holiness Church Cemetery. Mr. McClary’s family will greet friends beginning at 1 PM just prior to the service at the funeral home.
Online condolences can be posted for the family at www.williamsburgfuneralhome.com

Mary Ellen Dukes Oliver, 86, wife of the late John Brooks “Jack” Oliver, died peacefully at home Tuesday, September 23, 2025, surrounded by her beloved family after a long illness.
Mary Ellen was born January 16, 1939, in Greeleyville, SC, a daughter of the late Weakus Stokes Dukes and Alice Fannie Timmons Dukes. She was a member of Greeleyville United Methodist Church and was lovingly known as “Granny” to all who knew her. Mary Ellen was a dedicated long-time season ticket holder for the University of South Carolina football and an avid Gamecock fan. She was a graduate of Greeleyville High School and retired from Albany International as shipping manager after 32 years. She worked alongside her husband Jack at Longlands Plantation for 15 years.
Mary Ellen is survived by: 3 daughters, Cheryl Oliver of Greeleyville, Brenda Oliver Ayers of Moncks Corner, and Mandy Wrenn of Greeleyville; 3 grandchildren, Stacey Oliver (Robbie) Mooneyham, Amanda Wrenn, and Josh (Morgan) Ayers; 3 great grandchildren, Mary Brooke Mooneyham, Cade Mooneyham, and Delilah Ayers; a brother, Grady Dukes of Little Mountain; special family friends, Al Rodgers and Mary Footman; and her fur babies Little Bit.and Tom Cat. In addition to her parents and her husband Jack, Mary Ellen was preceded in death by her siblings, Wheeler Dukes, James Dukes, Marbeth Cain, Carey Dukes, Azalee Brown and Juanita Thompson.
The Oliver family would like to thank Amedisys Hospice and her caretakers, Mary Footman, Jackie Miller, Vanessa York and Frankie Childers for the loving care given to their mother.
Graveside services will be held 3 PM, Sunday, September 28, 2025, at New Market Cemetery, 1000 Mackey Road, Greeleyville, SC. Mary Ellen’s family will greet friends at her home following the service.
Memorials may be made to Williamsburg County Animal Shelter, 200 County Camp Road, Kingstree, SC 29556.
Online condolences may be sent to the family on the obituary page at www.WilliamsburgFuneralHome.com.

Joseph George “Joe” Gudenas, Jr, 89, loving husband of the late Carolyn Player Gudenas, died Saturday, September 6, 2025, in Rock Hill, SC.
Joe was born May 19, 1936, in Chicago, IL, the son of the late Joseph George Gudenas, Sr. and Lucille Mathony Gudenas. He was a graduate of St. George’s High School in Evanston, IL and kept in touch with the school and classmates throughout the years. Joe was a proud veteran of the US Army, serving for two years as a Light Weapons Infantryman with Airborne training, earning the Basic Parachutist badge. He and Carolyn were married on June 21, 1956. Joe had a long career in retail management, retiring from W.S. McCollough and Sons in Salters in 2007, after over 25 years there. One of his greatest and most treasured achievements was being a Grandpa and Great-Grandpa. He was a faithful member of Mount Vernon Methodist Church, serving in many volunteer positions including several years as president of United Methodist Men. In later years Joe enjoyed a new career as a gentleman farmer. He was an avid golfer, loved sports of all kinds, gardening, traveling, fishing, metal detecting, and beach combing.
Joe is survived by his son Joseph George “Jay” (Debbie) Gudenas, III of Rock Hill; 2 grandsons, Joseph E. “Joey” (Kellie) Gudenas of Portland, OR and Brian L. (Shahad) Gudenas of Lititz, PA; and three great grandchildren, Evie and Max Gudenas of Portland, OR and Farrah Gudenas of Lititz, PA; a nephew, Scott Pittman of Chicago, IL; and a niece, Linda Christy of Crystal Lake, IL. In addition to his parents and his wife Carolyn, Joe was preceded in death by a sister, Marion Gudenas Pittman and a niece, Sandra Houghton.
Graveside services will be held 3 PM, Sunday, September 21, 2025, at Mt. Vernon Methodist Church Cemetery, 132 Mt. Vernon Road, Greeleyville, SC 29056. The family will receive friends following the service in the fellowship hall at the church. Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, PO Box 1893, Memphis, TN 38101-2805 or online at www.stjude.org.
Online condolences may be sent to the family on the obituary page at www.WilliamsburgFuneralHome.com.

Michael Rantz “Mike” Barrineau, 63, husband of the late Rebecca Mims Barrineau, died Thursday, September 11, 2025, at his home in Kingstree, surrounded by his beloved family.
Mike was born March 3, 1962, in Florence, SC, a son of Letha Granger Barrineau and the late Shelby Barrineau. He was a graduate of East Clarendon High School and received a bachelor’s degree from Francis Marion College. Mike earned a master’s in education administration from Cambridge College and recently retired from Williamsburg County School District as Executive Director of Operations and Facilities. Mike was a dedicated member of Ducks Unlimited and was an avid fan of the University of South Carolina Gamecocks. Mike was raised in Barrineau Pentecostal Holiness Church and joined Williamsburg Presbyterian Church when he and Rebecca were married.
In addition to his mother Letha, Mike is survived by: his daughters, Mary Rebecca Barrineau of Summerton and LeeAnn (Maxi) Lee of Scranton; granddaughter, Marley Lee of Scranton; sister, Lisa (Rocky) Powell of Coward; brother, Jeffrey (Danielle) Barrineau of Lake City; and nieces and nephews, Rantz (Hannah) Powell, Daniel (Madeline) Powell, Dewey (Lauren) Powell, Anna Grayce (R.J.) Graham, Shelby Barrineau, and Granger Barrineau. Mike was preceded in death by his wife of 40 years, Rebecca and his father Shelby.
Funeral services will be held at 4 PM, Monday, September 15, 2025, at Barrineau Pentecostal Holiness Church, 3709 St. James Road, Lake City, SC 29560 with burial to follow in Mount Vernon Methodist Church Cemetery, 132 Mount Vernon Road, Greeleyville, SC 29056. The family will receive guests from 3 to 5 PM Sunday, September 14, 2025, at Williamsburg Funeral Home in Kingstree. Memorials may be made to Barrineau Pentecostal Holiness Church, 3709 St. James Road, Lake City, SC 29560, Williamsburg Presbyterian Church, 411 N. Academy Street, Kingstree, SC 29556, or Ducks Unlimited online at www.ducks.org. Online condolences may be sent to the family on the obituary page of our web site, www.WilliamsburgFuneralHome.com.

Mary Elizabeth “Libby” Foxworth Cooper, 81, wife of the late Loyd H. Cooper, died Sunday, August 31, 2025, surrounded by family.
Libby was born October 2, 1943, in Kingstree, SC, a daughter of the late Walter Foxworth and Alice McKnight Foxworth. She was a graduate of Williamsburg High School and retired from the Williamsburg County School District. Libby loved to watch NASCAR and the Atlanta Braves and enjoyed sitting on her porch watching her birds and all other wildlife. She was a member of Trio Church.
Libby is survived by her son, William L. “Bill” McClary of Kingstree; a step-son, Kevin Cooper of Greenville; three brothers, Walter Robert “Bob” Foxworth (Debbie) of Columbia, SC, James Elliott “Jimmy” Foxworth Sr. (Mitsy) of Kingstree, SC, and the Honorable Randy Brice Foxworth (Holly) of Andrews, SC; several nieces and nephews and her fur baby, “Kit-Kat”. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Joseph Harold Foxworth of Greenwood, SC.
Graveside funeral services will be held at 11 AM Wednesday September 3, 2025, at Kingstree Memorial Gardens.
Online condolences may be sent to the family on the obituary page of our web site, www.WilliamsburgFuneralHome.com.

Clara Elizabeth “Betty” Richardson Tisdale, of Tampa, Florida, died on July 21, 2025, as a result of congestive heart failure. She was born on June 16, 1937, in Newport News, VA to William Albert Richardson and Mary Louise Solomon. She retired from federal service after 42 years on June 3, 2000. She served in the Women’s Army Corps (WAC) from 1955 to 1960, with assignments to Anniston, AL, San Francisco, CA, and Heidelberg, GE. She was vocalist in the Pastels for 23 years. She also sang for a time with Ladies in Blue. Betty was a member of the Hyde Park United Methodist Church in Tampa and sang in the choir. She was a member of the Manhattan Ave. United Methodist Church and choir for many years, she was a member of the Women’s Army Corp (WAC) Veterans Association, Chapter #88, and a member of the National Association of Retired Federal Employees, Chapter 109. She was preceded in death by her husband of 53 years, Thomas. She has three sons: Nev, Gregory, and William, a daughter-in-law, Linda and two grandchildren, Thomas James (Alicia) and Haley Danielle (Collin). She is also survived by younger half-brothers: Russee Parvin, San Luis Obispo, CA and James Parvin, League City, TX. and William Richardson, as well as numerous nieces. nephews, and cousins. She was loving wife, mother, and grandmother, had a rather bawdy sense of humor, and will be greatly missed by her family and friends. A Memorial Service for Betty will be held on Monday, August 25th at 11:00 a.m., at Hyde Park United Methodist Church, 500 W. Platt St. (Platt and Magnolia), Tampa, FL and a graveside committal service will be held at 11 AM, Saturday, September 6, 2025, at Tisdale Cemetery, 615 Cemetery Road, Kingstree, SC. Please make any donations to Ministry and Missions at Hyde Park United Methodist Church, or to the charity of your choice.

Tina McCutchen McDonald, 57, adored wife of Marty McDonald, died at her home in Kingstree Thursday, August 21, 2025, surrounded by her beloved family.
Tina was born September 22, 1967, in Florence, SC, a daughter of Frances Gibbons Haigler and the late Liston McCutchen. She was a graduate of Williamsburg Academy and completed her education in nursing at Central Carolina Technical College and Horry-Georgetown Technical College. Tina started her registered nursing career at Dr. Raymond Allen’s office in Kingstree and afterward spent 25 years working in long term care including time as administrator of Pruitt Post Acute Care in Moncks Corner and Director of Nursing at both Lake City-Scranton Nursing Home and Ron McNair Nursing Home. She attended Floyd’s Chapel in Barrineau. Tina enjoyed her camping trips, trips to the mountains, and especially the trips to the beautiful beaches of South Carolina where her face beamed when she saw the sand and the sea and heard the soothing sound of the waves.
In addition to her husband Marty and her mother Frances (David Hodge) Haigler, Tina is survived by: a daughter, Jessica Elizabeth Barrineau (Austin Long) of Latta; 2 sons, Zachary (Brittany) McDonald of Kingstree and Matthew McDonald (Kaitlyn Yarbrough) of Hartsville; 3 grandchildren, Nicholas, Danielle, and Marion McDonald; 2 brothers, Woody (Rebecca) McCutchen of Gordon, GA and Jeff “Sam” Haigler of Kingstree; a sister, Angel (Jim) Johnson of Bonneau; mother-in-law, Onita McDonald of Kingstree; her fur baby Sugar; and her grand fur baby Briar. In addition to her father Liston, Tina was preceded in death by grandparents, Addie and Hampton McCutchen and James Andrew and Carrie Gibbons, and her father-in-law, Ronald McDonald.
Tina’s family would like to give special thanks to Hannah Mouzon who treated Tina like her own mother and Amedisys Hospice for their compassionate care of Tina.
Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM Tuesday, August 26, 2025, at Williamsburg Funeral Home in Kingstree, with burial to follow in Kingstree Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 PM Monday evening at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to Alzheimer’s Association online at alz.org or mail Alzheimer’s Association, P.O. Box 96011, Washington, DC 20090-6011
Online condolences may be sent to the family on the obituary page of our web site, www.WilliamsburgFuneralHome.com.