Ivy Mason Horton Trado, 61, wife of William E. “Bill” Trado, died Wednesday, May 31, 2023, at McLeod Hospice House in Florence, SC.

     Ivy was born September 3, 1961, in Kingstree, SC, a daughter of the late Samuel Warren Horton, Jr. and Barbara Jayne Lewis Horton. She was a graduate of Williamsburg Academy and attended Montreat College. Ivy was employed at USDA, Farm Services Agency in Kingstree, and she enjoyed helping the farmers who came there. Ivy was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed fishing, hunting, trapping, and really anything outdoors. She was an accomplished marksman and an amazing artist. Ivy loved her children and grandchildren and was exceedingly proud of them.

     Surviving Ivy, in addition to her husband Bill, are: her son, Will (Rachel) Caulder of Kingstree; her daughter, Kirkley (Jay) Moersen of Clemson; stepchildren, Brandon (Ashley) Trado of Apex, NC and Aimee Trado (Jon) Davis of Anderson, SC; 8 grandchildren, William Caulder, Charlie Caulder, Julianne Caulder, Caroline Moersen, Charlotte Moersen, Logan Trado, Cole Trado, and Wyatt Davis; her brother, Sam (Linda) Horton of Kingstree; and her sister, Margie Horton (Warren) Cooper of Murrells Inlet.

     There will be a private family graveside service at Williamsburg Cemetery.

     Memorials may be made to SC Wildlife Federation online at www.scwf.org or mail to SC Wildlife Federation, 455 St. Andrews Road, Suite B1, Columbia, SC 29210. Online condolences can be left for the family at www.williamsburgfuneralhome.com

Jeanette Thomas Dodd, 88, wife of Rev. John R. Dodd, died Wednesday, May 31, 2023, in Manning, SC.

      Mrs. Dodd was born August 15, 1934, in Charleston, West Virginia, the daughter of the late Dewey Thomas and Emma Campbell Thomas. She served the Lord through her love of music. Through their serving God in Presbyterian churches, one in Charleston, West Virginia and four in South Carolina which are Hopewell Presbyterian Church in Rock Hill; Kingstree Presbyterian Church and Central Presbyterian Church in Kingstree, and Sardinia Presbyterian Church in New Zion. Jeanette was involved in every church either as a choir member, organist, or choir director as well as a soloist.

     Seven of Rev. Dodd’s grandchildren all lovingly call her grandma, and she cherished each one of them: Cassidy Paino, Daniel Dodd, Thomas Kyle, Christopher Kyle, Desiree Kyle, Jonathan Kyle, and Hannah Kyle.

     Her beautiful smile would light up a room along with her expressions of love for all she came in contact with. She was also very active in the Women in the Church and Garden Makers Garden Club.

      A service of worship and thanksgiving, conducted by Rev. Zach Simmons and Rev. Robert Jolly, will be held at 3 PM Sunday, June 4, 2023, at Kingstree Presbyterian Church. Visitation  will be one hour before the service in the church fellowship hall.

     Memorials may be made to any one of the three churches she served: Kingstree Presbyterian Church, PO Box 904, Kingstree, SC 29556, Central Presbyterian Church, PO Box 421, Kingstree, SC 29556 or Sardinia Presbyterian Church, 1386 Garland Road, New Zion, SC 29111. Online condolences can be left for the family at www.williamsburgfuneralhome.com

John Wesley Disher, Jr., 44, husband of Theresa Hilton Disher, died suddenly Sunday, May 21, 2023, at his home in Kingstree.

     John was born March 22, 1979, in Kingstree, SC, a son of Irene Kinard Disher and the late John Wesley “Buzzy” Disher, Sr. He was a graduate of Kingstree Senior High School and attended the College of Charleston. John was a realist artist and enjoyed woodcarving, fishing, cooking, video gaming, and spending time at the beach. In addition to being a devoted father, John was an avid Gamecock fan.

     Surviving John, in addition to his wife, Theresa Disher  and his mother, Irene Disher of Kingstree, are: his brother, Mark (Marie) Disher; his daughters, Leia Disher and Brittney (Joel) Coker; his sons, John Mark Disher, Nikkolas Dodge, Tyler (Becky) Powell, and David Gauthier, Jr.

      Funeral services will be held at 3 PM Friday, May 26, 2023, at Williamsburg Funeral Home with burial in Kingstree Memorial Gardens. John’s family will greet friends from 6 to 8 PM Thursday at the funeral home.

     Memorials may be made to The Celiac Disease Foundation, 20350 Ventura Blvd., Ste 240, Woodland Hills, CA 91364 or online at www.celiac.org. Online condolences can be left for the family at www.williamsburgfuneralhome.com

     Becky Lynn Price, 50, died suddenly Thursday, May 18, 2023, at her home in Kingstree.

     Becky was born December 6, 1972, in Kingstree, SC, a daughter of Linda Floyd Price and the late Billy Laverne Price. She was a 1991 graduate of Williamsburg Academy and was a member of the Williamsburg County Election Board. Becky enjoyed hunting, fishing, raising ducks, and singing. She loved her dogs Sadie and Bear. She was a member of Sandy Bay Pentecostal Church.

     Surviving Becky, in addition to her mother Linda, are: her sister, Ginger (John) Matthews of Myrtle Beach; her brother, Bill (Tracy) Price of Kingstree; nephews, Charlton Webber, Billy Price, and Dutch Webber; a niece, Mary Hannah Price; and numerous aunts and uncles.

      Funeral services will be held at 2 PM Sunday, May 21, 2023, at Sandy Bay Pentecostal Holiness Church, with a committal service at Sandy Bay Cemetery. Becky’s family will greet friends from 1 to 2 PM in the church sanctuary.

     Memorials may be made to Ryelei’s Rescues, 309 E. Main Street, Kingstree, SC 29556. Online condolences can be left for the family at www.williamsburgfuneralhome.com

JoAnn Floyd Floyd, 82, wife of the late Lavonne H. “Sonny” Floyd, died Sunday, May 14, 2023, at her home in Kingstree, surrounded by her beloved family.

JoAnn was born July 5, 1940, in Florence County, a daughter of the late Barney Albert Floyd and Etta Coker Floyd. She was a graduate of Olanta High School and was a retired secretary.  JoAnn was a member of Broad Swamp Pentecostal Holiness Church where she was a former choir director, a Sunday school teacher for many years, and president of Women’s Ministry for over 25 years. She loved to talk and fellowship with friends and family. She was an avid sports fan and loved to play games.

Surviving JoAnn are: her son, Todd (Lynn) Floyd of Kingstree, SC; grandson, Dr. Kyle (Ashley) Floyd of Kingstree; great grandson, Colby James Floyd; siblings, Dr. Chester (Ann) Floyd of Lexington, Dr. Billy Keith (Marilyn) Floyd of Olanta, and Vera Ivene (Keith) Weaver of Sumter; brothers-in-law, Earl (Johnnie Lynn) Floyd of Kingstree and Dexter (Dorothy) Floyd of Kinston, NC; and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband Sonny, JoAnn was preceded in death by siblings, Henry Ben (Linda) Floyd, Barnell (Rev. David) Richardson, and Della Lee (Kenneth) Hancock and sisters-in-law, Mary Ellen (Tommy) Mims and Shelby Jean (Hermas) McCutchen.

Special thanks to her caregivers, Rachel Burgess, Ashley Floyd, and Amedisys Hospice staff, Suzanne Arnau, Coneet Davis and Chaplain Jerry Fennell.

Funeral services will be held 2 PM Tuesday, May 16, 2023, at Broad Swamp Pentecostal Holiness Church, with burial in the church cemetery. JoAnn’s family will greet friends from 1 to 2 PM in the church sanctuary.

Memorials may be made to Broad Swamp Pentecostal Holiness Church Cemetery Fund, c/o Glenda Miller, 256 Brockington Road, Kingstree, SC 29556. Online condolences can be left for the family at www.williamsburgfuneralhome.com

Stanley Newell Brown (aka Bony), 84, of Wilmington, NC passed away on Sunday, April 30th , 2023 at Trident Hospital in North Charleston, SC. He was born August 23rd , 1938 in Cedar Swamp, SC. Stanley grew up in Cedar Swamp, SC near Kingstree. He loved baseball and pitched for the Kingstree High School Boll Weevils until he graduated in 1956. He lovingly coached little league baseball for years. After high school, he got married and started a family. He loved being a father to his three children, whom he loved unconditionally, and was happy to be a father figure to several others. He devoted most of his life to his children, working hard to make sure his family had the best. He was very proud of his kids and grandkids and taught them there was nothing they couldn’t do or be if they set their mind to it. He was playful and loved to laugh, be silly, and play practical jokes. He passed his great sense of humor on to his children.

Stanley was loving, caring, and always willing to help others, though he didn’t really like people to know this about him. He was 100% “a Brown” through and through. He was stubborn as a mule, didn’t like anyone to tell him what to do, and was quite opinionated. He had no problem speaking his mind to anyone. Being “a Brown”, he was certain he was right. These traits were lovingly passed down through genetics and environment to his children and grandchildren (some worse than others), much to the chagrin of parents and spouses alike. He was proud of where he came from and taught his children to be proud of their ancestors and their heritage. He taught them they had value and to stand up for themselves, what they believed in, and the little guy. He loved babies, animals, country music, Pepsi Cola, and most importantly, (other than his children) his country. Stanley had his own cell in Facebook jail for telling the truth. And he was proud of his kids when they went to Facebook jail for telling the truth and they all have! He was a patriot and a loyal friend to many. He was one-of-a-kind and will be missed.

He is survived by his three children, Melanie Anne Brown DMD (Guy Miller), Jennie Brown Busteed (Tim Busteed MD), and Stanley Norwood Brown, along with his five grandchildren, Grayson Busteed, Katherine Busteed, Nolan Busteed, Dexter Brown, Beau Brown, his sister, Jenny Claire Brown McKenzie (Keith), and by his beloved dog, Cissy. He was preceded in death by his parents, Norwood M. Brown and Jennie Lee McClary Brown of Kingstree, SC and his sister, Sylvia Gail Brown Gray of Lake City, SC.

A memorial service will be held Saturday, May the 6th at 2pm at Williamsburg Funeral Home in Kingstree, SC, officiated by Pastor Michael Fields.

Flowers are welcome or donations may be made to the Myasthenia Gravis Foundation of America or the Re-elect Trump Campaign. www.raisedonors.com/myasthenia/donatenow

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www.secure.winred.com

     Elizabeth Dawn Moore Book, 88, wife of the late William Ellery “Bill” Book, Jr., died at her home in Kingstree surrounded by family Thursday, April 27, 2023.

     Mrs. Book was born July 23, 1934, in Loogootee, IN, a daughter of the late John Pritchard Moore and Agnus Ione Lee Moore Pelfrey. She was a graduate of Bosse High School and Evansville College, both in Evansville, Indiana and William and Mary College in Richmond, VA.  She also received a Master’s Degree from the University of South Carolina. Mrs. Book started her career as a commercial art designer in Evansville. After moving to Williamsburg county, Mrs. Book acquired a grant for an Art Bus to expose the children of Williamsburg County to the fine arts. Her desire to share her love for the arts didn’t stop there. She opened the Williamsburg County Art Gallery located in the basement of the old Carnegie Library in Kingstree. She received multiple grants that offered ceramic, piano, guitar, and dance lessons to the children of the county.  After becoming an art teacher, she taught art at Kingstree Senior High School for many years and ended her teaching career at Holly Hill Elementary School, touching the lives of several thousand students. She received many accolades such as Teacher of the Year and SC Catholic Woman of the Year. She was a member of the Chi Omega Sorority, The League of Women Voters, and St. Ann Catholic Church.  She was a volunteer at the Felician Center in Kingstree.  She was an avid reader and supporter of the local library.

     Surviving Mrs. Book are: her children, Beth (Chuck) Smith of Ravenel, SC, Bill (Cathi) Book of Commerce, GA, Kary (Tim) Blackburn of Charleston, SC, John (Carolyn) Book of Pamplico, SC, Charley Book of Commerce, GA, Ellen (Randy) Smith of Pamplico, SC, and Mary (David) Mims of Pamplico, SC; 17 grandchildren, Hillary Smith, Chad Smith, Price Smith, Jonathan (Alyssa) Book, Britney (Chris) Lee, TC Blackburn, Pacer Blackburn, Charley Book, Garrett Book, Johnny Book, McKenna (Jesse) Lord, Shelly (Connor) Mays, Cullen Smith, Clayton (Hannah) Mims, Colton Mims, Mary Grace Mims, and Elizabeth Mims; 12 great grandchildren, Fayth, Kaylee, Jaylyn, Ayden, Grayce, Levi, Sarah, Carter, PJ, Addie, Macy, and Baby Jasper; and multiple nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and stepfather, Marvin Pelfrey, and her husband, Bill, Mrs. Book was preceded in death by sisters, Joan (Joe) Harris and Sandy (Mike) Ripburger, grandson, Jacob Dylan Book, and daughter-in-law, Robin Lacy Book. 

     Mrs. Book’s family will receive friends from 5 to 7 PM Thursday, May 4, 2023, at Williamsburg Funeral Home in Kingstree. There will be a family service on Friday with interment at Kingstree Memorial Gardens. 

     Memorials may be made to St. Ann Catholic Church, 107 Hirsch Street, Kingstree, SC 29556 or to Williamsburg County Library, 215 N Jackson Street, Kingstree, SC 29556. Online condolences may be sent to the family on the obituary page at www.WilliamsburgFuneralHome.com

Michael Lee Horton, Sr., husband of the late Cheryl Smith Horton, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by family on April 13, 2023. He was 74 years old.

Born October 25, 1948, in Kingstree, he was the son of the late Edward Conyers Horton and the late Verdessa Thor Horton.  He was a proud 1971 graduate of Clemson University, with a Bachelors of Science in Chemical Engineering. Upon graduation, he served as teacher at St. Mark Elementary School in Kingstree, SC for one year. He then was employed by Baxter first as chemist, then chemical engineer. Following this, he was employed by Gist-Brocades as project engineer, and engineering manager. He then served as engineering manager for International Biosynthetics. Later, he and six others purchased the site from IBIS and created Ferm-Pro Manufacturing where he served as Vice President of Engineering until its acquisition by Martek. He served as Director of Engineering for Martek Biosciences until his retirement in 2011. Then he served as an engineering consultant to DSM Nutritional Products.

Mike was a founding, and faithful member of Kingstree Presbyterian Church (PCA), where he served as elder, deacon, and Sunday school teacher. He was a strong, godly man with an endearing presence, who will be remembered as a devoted husband and loving father. He adored his grandchildren and was a doting “Bebop”. His godly example of humility and wisdom, along with his witty sense of humor, will be forever missed.

He is survived by his son Michael “Lee” Horton, Jr. (Allison) of Lynchburg, SC; daughter Michelle Horton Gall (Nathan) of Auburndale, FL; grandchildren Michael Lee Horton, III, Gamble Thomas Horton, Edward Conyers Horton, Kate Marie McFaddin Horton, Jack Nolen Gall, Wyatt Nathan Gall, and Julia Debra Nadine Gall.

Michael is now reunited in heaven with his wife, Cheryl Smith Horton and daughter, Christina Sara Horton.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, April 15, 2023 at 1:00pm at Kingstree Presbyterian Church with the Pastor Robert Jolly presiding. Visitation to follow the service.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Pee Dee FCA, PO Box 292, Kingstree, SC 29556. For online go to My.FCA.Org and type in Pee Dee for the Area. Then click on donate.

Emma Kate Brown, 17, daughter of James L. Brown and Karen Brown Johnston passed away on March 24, 2023.

Emma was a senior at Denmark High School in Alpharetta, GA. Emma attended Williamsburg Academy in Kingstree, SC from first through eighth grade where she was very active in school activities and sports.  She loved cheerleading and enjoyed spending time with her cheer squad. Emma was a member of Williamsburg Presbyterian Church and actively participated in Kingstree Community Youth.

Emma’s heart was big and beautiful, and she loved being with family and friends. She was incredibly talented as she created stunning crafts and artwork. Emma had a passion for hiking and would often hike trails in North Georgia with family and friends. She loved anything outdoors, snow-skiing with family, and spending time fishing with her Dad. Emma had many pets growing up and enjoyed caring for animals.  She loved doing her make-up, going shopping with her friends and sisters, and driving around listening to Taylor Swift way too loudly. “Emmie”, as she was affectionately called, loved for everything to smell good like vanilla. She loved creating things for others to bring them joy, which included baking birthday cakes for her family, especially sewing, knitting, and crocheting blankets and toys for her little brother Crew. Emma loved experiencing new restaurants, new shops, and often said she loved the feeling of exploring new places. Emma was passionate about anything in nature, and especially had a love for flowers and sunsets. You could often find her spending time outside studying the earth and searching for four-leaf clovers. She never passed up an opportunity to take her little sister, Kylie, to get an after-school treat from Starbucks or Chick-Fil-A. Emma was always willing to extend a hand of service and loved supporting and helping her Mom, Dad, and siblings any way she could.

Emma’s contagious laugh and big smile brought so much happiness and warmth to so many people. Her friends expressed how her love and kindness helped them through their hardest days and how selfless she was.

Emma Kate is survived by her father Jay Brown; her mother Karen Brown Johnston; her sisters Milli Brown and Kylie Foxworth; her brother Crew Johnston; her grandparents Rob and Annette Terblanche; Grandmother Julie Brown; her Aunt Lauri (Andy) Stevenson; her Uncle Mike (Alicia) Terblanche; and many other dear family members and friends.

Emma is now reunited in Heaven with her “Deda”, James L. Brown, Jr.

Memorials may be made to Williamsburg Presbyterian Church, 411 N. Academy Street, Kingstree, SC 29556 or if you would like to have a tree planted in Emma’s memory, please contact:

The Arbor Day Foundation
211 N. 12th Street
Lincoln, NE 68508

OR donate online at:  https://shop.arborday.org/commemorative-trees-in-memory

Enver McCrea Carter, 84, wife of the late Wayland J. Carter, died Friday, March 24, 2023, in Mt. Pleasant, SC after a long illness.

    “Miss Enver” was born  January 7, 1939, in the Cedar Swamp community of Kingstree, SC, a daughter of the late Thomas Martin McCrea and Martha Brown McCrea. She retired from Montgomery, Floyd, and Wagner Medical Practice after 24 years. Enver had a true servant’s heart, always serving others- her family, her church and her community. She and her husband Wayland were charter members of Williamsburg Baptist Church, where she taught Sunday school and served on many committees, always ready to step in where she saw a need. Samaritan’s Purse Operation Christmas Child ministry was one of her favorite ministries. She delighted in preparing boxes for Operation Christmas Child.

     Surviving Mrs. Carter are: her children, Joyce (Eric) Wise of Kingstree, SC, Lavoy (Lisa) Carter of Lugoff, SC, and Rev. Clark (Sherri) Carter of Summerville, SC.; grandchildren, Jay (Jennifer) Moore, Justin Moore, Jessica (Patrick) Johnson, Kristen (Brent) LaPlante, Katelyn (Austin) Jenkins, Daniel Carter, Jordan (Juanita) Carter, Kelli (Isaac) Burt, and Craig (Megan) Carter; 15 great grandchildren; 1 great great grandchild; 2 siblings, Crawford Price and Glenn McCrea; and many nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents and her husband Wayland, Enver was preceded in death by her siblings, Armstrong McCrea and Euva Swails.

     Funeral services will be held 12 Noon Monday, March 27, 2023, at Williamsburg Baptist Church, with burial in Kingstree Memorial Gardens. Enver’s family will greet friends from 11 to 12 at the church just before the service.

     Memorials may be made to Williamsburg Baptist Church, 8378 Hemingway Highway, Kingstree, SC 29556 or Operation Christmas Child, Samaritan’s Purse, PO Box 3000, Boone, NC 28607 or online at www.samaritanspurse.org

     Online condolences may be sent to the family on the obituary page at www.WilliamsburgFuneralHome.com

Karen Culick Gause, 63, wife of the late Anthony Gause, died Thursday, March 23, 2023, at her home in Kingstree, surrounded by her beloved family.

     Karen was born December 13, 1959, in Sumter, SC, a daughter of Noveleen Gertrude Lee Culick and the late Courtney Eugene Culick. She was a 1978 graduate of Sumter High School and was an employee of Edwards and Mims Insurance Agency for 32 years. She attended Kingstree Pentecostal Holiness Church, where she sang specials for worship service. Karen enjoyed puzzles, shopping, and especially spending time with her family.

     Surviving Mrs. Gause, in addition to her mother Noveleen of Scranton, are: her son, Gene Gause of Kingstree; mother-in-law Maedine Gause of Kingstree; sisters, Debra (John Ervin) Chapman of Winnsboro, Wanda Culick of Scranton, and Robyn (Roy) Jones of Georgetown; brother-in-law, Donald Gause of Charleston; nieces, Lisa Robinson, Michelle Rabon, Courtney Anderson, and Kristen Gause; step niece, Chasity Hopkins.

      Karen was also preceded in death by her father-in-law, Lee Gause.

      The graveside funeral service will be held 2 PM, Saturday, March 25, 2023, at Kingstree Pentecostal Holiness Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends in the church following the service.

      Memorials may be made to Kingstree Pentecostal Holiness Church Building Fund, PO Box 338, Kingstree, SC 29556.  Online condolences can be left for the family at www.williamsburgfuneralhome.com

Ida Kathleen Barker Evans, 96, wife of the late Willard Dye (W.D.) Evans, passed away peacefully at home on March 21, 2023. She was born on January 30, 1927 in Lumberton, NC to Prentice Reid Barker, Sr. and Ida Thelma Britt Barker. Kathleen is survived by her son, David Barker Evans, and his wife, Stephanie.

Also surviving are her beloved grandchildren, David Hunter (Alex) Evans and Hanna Kathleen Evans (Hugh) McCutchen and their children, Benjamin David Evans, and John Harris McCutchen, who provide much love and laughter.

Kathleen is also survived by a host of family and friends who will treasure her memory. In addition to her husband and parents, Kathleen was predeceased by her first son, Willard Dye “Dee” Evans, Jr.; her sister, Helen Reid Barker Kellahan; and five brothers, Pitman Warwick Barker, John Alexander Barker, Ernest Knox Barker, Horace Russell Barker, and Prentice Reid Barker, Jr.

Kathleen grew up in Lumberton, NC on a tobacco and dairy farm and was an avid horsewoman. Following her graduation from Lumberton High School, she attended Coker College, SC. Kathleen transferred to East Carolina University, NC and graduated with a B.S. in business. After teaching bookkeeping in Dunn, NC, Kathleen moved to Kingstree, SC and married W.D. in 1954. They remained happily married for 60 years.

Kathleen also employed her business skills at Winslow Chevrolet and for the Superintendent of Education, Williamsburg County, SC. She was instrumental in the founding of Williamsburg Academy where she taught typing and bookkeeping. One of her greatest joys was to serve as secretary/bookkeeper for W.D. Evans and Son for 30 years. Kathleen was a charter member of the Kingstree Presbyterian Church and was an active, devoted member. She served as the treasurer for the Women in the Church for 30 years.

Kathleen shared her musical talent by playing piano for the early service at Bethel Presbyterian Church for 6 years. She greatly enjoyed time with family, cross stitching, playing bridge with friends, and wonderful excursions to the beach.

The family would like to express their sincere appreciation to all in the community who reached out in various ways. Special thanks are offered to Delores McFadden, Suzanne Arnau, Dana

Williams and Amedisys Hospice staff. The family will receive friends from 5-7 on Saturday March 25 at Kingstree Presbyterian Church.

The funeral service will be 2 P.M. Sunday, March 26, in Kingstree Presbyterian Church with burial to follow at Kingstree Memorial Gardens.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations be made to the Dee Evans Memorial Scholarship Fund – Williamsburg Academy Development Fund of Williamsburg Academy, 1000 Sandy Bay Road, Kingstree, SC; or Kingstree Presbyterian Church, PO Box 904, Kingstree, SC 29556.

Stanley Windsor Myers, 85, husband of the late Helen Calcutt Myers, died Wednesday, March 15, 2023, at MUSC Florence in Florence, SC.

     Mr. Myers was born October 2, 1937, in Olanta, SC, a son of the late Heyward Stanley Myers and Mary Rosalind Lewis Myers. He was a graduate of Olanta High School and was a veteran of the US Marine Corps. For many years Mr. Stanley owned and operated one of the first contracting companies in the telephone industry, working closely with Farmers Telephone Cooperative. He was a designer of The Warrior one man fishing boat and a former commercial deep-sea fisherman. Mr. Myers was the retired owner of Kingstree Power Equipment Co.

     Surviving Mr. Myers are: his sons, Winn (Margie) Myers of Greeleyville, SC and Woody (Emily) Myers of Lake City, SC; 4 grandchildren, Marla (Timothy) Godwin of Kingstree,SC,  Baker (Kristen) Myers of Florence, SC, Brooke Myers of Charlotte, NC, and Austin Myers of Charleston, SC; 2 great grandchildren, Emma Myers and Katie Godwin; a brother, Newell A. Myers of Greeleyville, SC; an a number of nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents and his wife Helen, Stanley was preceded in death by a sister, Mazine Mixon.

      Graveside funeral services will be held 2:30 PM, Friday, March 17, 2023, at Kingstree Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends from 1 to 2 PM at Williamsburg Funeral Home just before the graveside service.

     Memorials may be made to Kingstree First Baptist Church, 400 N. Academy Street, Kingstree, SC 29556.  Online condolences can be left for the family at www.williamsburgfuneralhome.com

Dorothy Vyonne Kinard Bass, of North Charleston, S.C., entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, March 7^th, 2023. She was preceded in death by her husband, Arthur Theron Bass Jr. We, her family, grieve at her passing, but we rejoice in her release from earthly suffering to the joy and peace of her Heavenly Father.

Mrs. Bass, who was 95, was born March 21^st, 1927, in North Charleston, S.C. and was a daughter of the late Marion Redman Kinard and Gertrude Driggers Kinard. Dot was very dedicated to her family and was a homemaker and excellent Southern cook. She was also an avid gardener and could make any plant thrive. As a member of Portside Baptist Church, she was always in charge of making the banana pudding for most church functions. She will be missed by those who knew and loved her.

Dot is survived by two sons: Arthur Theron Bass III (Ellen) and Glenn Eugene Bass; one grandson: Kevin Bass (Stephanie); three great grandchildren: Christopher, Catherine, and Charlotte Bass. She was preceded in death by another grandson: Christopher Scott Bass; and a daughter-in-law: Pam Bass (Glenn) and five siblings: Allen Kinard, Herbert Kinard, Willard Kinard, Margaret K. Singletary Peagler, and Mildred K. Howard.

Her Memorial Service will be held Monday, March 13^th at 1:45 P.M. in the J. Henry Stuhr Inc., Northwoods Chapel at 2180 Greenridge Road, North Charleston. The family will gather with friends after the conclusion of the services. Interment will be for immediate family only, at 1:00 P.M., at Carolina Memorial Park on Rivers Avenue in North Charleston. Arrangements by J. Henry Stuhr, Inc. Northwoods Chapel.

Memorials may be given to Portside Baptist Church at 1179 Remount Road, North Charleston, S.C. 29406 and Kingstree PCA Church at P.O. Box 904, Kingstree, S.C. 29556.

Murray Steve Hudson, 68, husband of Vicki  Hudson, died Tuesday, March 7, 2023, at his home in Kingstree, surrounded by his beloved family.

Steve was born August 29, 1954, in Kingstree the son of the late Carl Eugene Hudson and Hazel Idelle Miles Hudson. He was a 1972 graduate of Williamsburg Academy and was a farm equipment technician. Steve was an avid fisherman and enjoyed Wednesday Night Supper Club and especially spending time with his family. He was a member of Millwood United Methodist Church.

Surviving Steve, in addition to his wife Vicki, are: his sisters, Claire (Len) Gaskins and Joyce Epps; his children, Chuck (Tracy) Webb, Dwayne (Jamie) Webb, and Angel (Randal) Lee, all of Kingstree, SC, Liza (Kurt) Kelly and Caitlin (Corey) Luther, both of Hartsville, SC; his loving grandchildren, Bonita, Ashley, Montana, Danielle, Tabitha, Sarah, Jordan, Savannah, Trevor, Shaina, Adeline, Peter, Caleb, Judah, James, and Amya; 8 great grandchildren; grands of the heart, Sarah Grace (Brett) Smith and Leanne (Taylor) Scott; special friends, Linda Murphy, Peanut Murphy, and Jenny McFadden; and many special friends who became family.

Funeral services will be held 3 PM, Friday, March 10, 2023, at Millwood United Methodist Church. The family will receive friends beginning at 2 PM in the church.

Memorials may be made to MUSC Foundation, Rena N. Grant Sickle Cell Center, 18 Bee Street, Charleston, SC 29425 or online at https://giving.musc.edu.  Online condolences can be left for the family at www.williamsburgfuneralhome.com

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Jerry “Jay” Clifton Brown Jr., 43, died Wednesday, March 2, 2023, at his home in Florence.

Mr. Brown was born July 23, 1979, in Sumter, SC,  the son of Jean Easler Brown and the late Jerry Clifton Brown Sr. Jay was a graduate of Williamsburg Academy. He enjoyed working with his father and grandfather at Lane Pole Company. He grew up enjoying hunting and spending time with his family and friends. Jay also enjoyed working in shipping throughout his work career.

Surviving Mr. Brown, along with his mother Jean, are: his children, daughters, Sarah Elizabeth Brown of Tennessee  and Alice-Ann Lea Brown and his son, David Clifton Brown, both of Ruby, SC, a sister, Tiffaney Nicole Brown, a niece, Avery Jean Brown, both of Florence, SC;  Significant Other, Kendra Stokes Keels and her sons all of Florence and numerous aunts, uncles cousins and friends.

A private family service has been held for Mr. Brown. All online condolences can be sent to www.williamsburgfuneralhome.com

Anthony Gause, 59, husband of Karen Culick Gause, died Thursday, February 16, 2023, at his home in Kingstree, surrounded by his beloved family.

     Anthony was born June 24, 1963, in Kingstree, SC, a son of Maedine Parker Gause and the late Donald Lee Gause. He was a 1981 graduate of Williamsburg Academy, earned an Associate’s Degree at Williamsburg Technical College, and received his Paramedic’s License in 1985. Anthony was a retired paramedic for Williamsburg County and a former firefighter with Kingstree Fire Department and Williamsburg County Fire Department. He enjoyed farming as a hobby, hunting, and tinkering with old cars. Anthony attended Kingstree Pentecostal Holiness Church.

     Surviving Anthony, in addition to his wife Karen and his mother Maedine, both of Kingstree, SC, are: his son, Gene Gause of Kingstree, SC; his brother Donald Gause of Charleston, SC; and a niece, Kristen Gause.

      The graveside funeral service will be held 2 PM, Sunday, February 19, 2023, at Kingstree Pentecostal Holiness Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends in the church following the service.

     Memorials may be made to Kingstree Pentecostal Holiness Church Building Fund, PO Box 338, Kingstree, SC 29556.  Online condolences can be left for the family at www.williamsburgfuneralhome.com

Christina Sara Horton, daughter of Michael Lee Horton and the late Cheryl Smith Horton, passed away peacefully after a brief illness while surrounded by her family on February 15, 2023. Christina was 42 years old.

Christy was a graduate of Williamsburg Academy and received her Bachelor of Science in Graphic Communications from Clemson University. She was employed by Brooke and Whittle as a Prepress Lead. Christy also worked as a freelance graphic designer for her own company, Christy Horton Designs.

Christy’s heart was enormous and beautiful, and everyone who knew her could see her special light. Whether it was her love for her family, friends, animals, or the Lord – she gave it all and gave it abundantly. She was beyond thrilled to become an aunt to Michael, Gamble, Conyers, Kate Marie, Jack, Wyatt and Julia and they brought her so much joy. She was the proudest aunt and would tell everyone about them. Her parents, grandparents, siblings, friends and fur babies meant the world to her. She was incredibly talented, and her family and friends will always treasure the beautiful artwork, photography and hilariously creative gifts that she made for them over the years.

She is survived by her father, Michael Horton, Sr of Kingstree; her sister, Michelle Gall (Nathan) of Auburndale, FL; brother, Lee Horton (Allison) of Lynchburg, SC; Her nephews, Michael, Gamble, Conyers, Jack and Wyatt and nieces, Kate Marie and Julia; her grandmother, Sara Smith of Hebron, SC; and many other dear family members and friends.

Christy is now reunited in heaven with her mother, Cheryl Smith Horton, who was also her best friend, as well as her grandparents.

A memorial service will be held Saturday, February 18th at 2pm at Kingstree Presbyterian Church. The family will receive friends one hour before the service at the church.

For anyone who so wishes, memorials can be made to House of Mews Memphis, a cat rescue shelter that Christy adored and donated much of her time and graphic talents to. Donations can be made in her memory at houseofmews.com.  Online condolences can be left for the family at www.williamsburgfuneralhome.com

Mrs. Opal Dianne Burgess Reaves, 75, wife of Joe Reaves, died Sunday, February 13, 2023, at McLeod Regional Medical Center in Florence, SC.

     Mrs. Reaves was born April 2, 1947, in Williamsburg County, SC, a daughter of the late Lamar William Burgess Jr. and Odessa Martin Burgess. She was a graduate of Kingstree High School and had worked for Williamsburg Packing Co. and Dargan Construction Company. Dianne was a member of Kingstree Second Baptist Church. She enjoyed baking and gardening.

     Surviving Mrs. Reaves, in addition to her husband Joe, are: her siblings, Dicky (Olivia) Burgess of Midlothian, VA, Janice Hardy of Kingstree, SC, William Lamar “Bill” Burgess, III of Kingstree, and Gail (Leon) McKnight of Florence, SC; several nieces and nephews; and many friends. In addition to her parents, Dianne was preceded in death by her sister-in-law, Miriam R. Burgess. Dianne’s family wishes to thank McLeod Regional Medical Center and especially Dr. Hazelwood for the loving care given to Dianne during her stay there.

     A funeral service to celebrate Dianne’s life will be held at 3 PM Wednesday, February 15, 2023, at Williamsburg Funeral Home in Kingstree. Mrs. Reaves’ family will greet friends following the service at the funeral home.

 Memorials may be made to a charity of your choice. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.WilliamsburgFuneralHome.com.

Mr. William Dollard Rogan, 84, husband of Jackie Holt Rogan, died Wednesday, February 8, 2023, at home surrounded by his beloved family.

     Mr. Rogan was born June 18, 1938, in Kingstree, SC, a son of the late Thomas Stanislaw Rogan and Edelyn Montgomery Rogan. He was a graduate of Greeleyville High School and a veteran of the US Navy. William farmed for many years and retired as a Liberty Life Insurance Agent. He enjoyed golf and fishing and was a member of McDowell Presbyterian Church before it disbanded.

     Surviving Mr. Rogan, in addition to Jackie, his wife of 65 years, are: his children, Bitsey (Jimmy) Fickling, Millie (Monty) Hicks, and William D. Rogan, Jr; grandchildren, Savanna (Channon Lee) Welch, Vanessa King Epps, Rogan (Miller) Mellette, Perry Lee Hicks, Sara (Michael) Yarborough, May Elizabeth Rogan, and William D. Rogan, III; great grandchildren, Holt Welch, Luke Welch, Carsten Mellette, Jackson Mellette, Olive Grace Mellette, Millie Mellette, and Kara Barkley; and many nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, William was preceded in death by his brother, Thomas S. Rogan, Jr. and two sisters,  Florence R. Little and Judy R.  Henson.

     Funeral services will be held at 12 PM, Saturday, February 11, 2023, at Williamsburg Funeral Home in Kingstree. Mr. Rogan’s family will greet friends and extended family at the funeral home one hour before the service begins. There will be a private burial in New Market Cemetery following the funeral service.

 Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or online at www.stjude.org, or to a charity of your choice. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.WilliamsburgFuneralHome.com.