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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.

     It is with deep sorrow that the Reynolds family announces the death of Mr. William Sheldon “Toby” Reynolds, 89.
     Mr. Reynolds entered into rest on Saturday, January 28, 2023. The Directors of Hancock-Elmore-Hill Funeral Home are caring for the family. A funeral service to honor his life will be held at 11 o’clock on Friday, February 3, 2023, at First Baptist Church in Bishopville, South Carolina, with the Rev. Keith Allison officiating. The family will receive friends immediately following the service. The burial will be at 3 o’clock at Kingstree Memorial Gardens, in Kingstree, SC.
     Memorials may be made in his honor to First Baptist Church of Bishopville, 229 West Church Street, Bishopville, SC. 29010.
     Mr. Reynolds was born in Bishopville, SC, and was the son of William S. Reynolds and Azilee Vivian Lupo Reynolds. He was an active member of the First Baptist Church of Bishopville for 68 years. He graduated from Bishopville High School and earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of South Carolina in 1955 and was a member of Pi Kappa Phi fraternal organization. He married Jean Howard Skinner on December 18, 1955, and began work with Sonoco Products Company in Hartsville, SC, where he served in various sales functions before retiring after 36 years as Director of National Accounts.
     Mr. Reynolds served in the Army National Guard and was a proud member of the American Legion Post #29. Through the years, he served in various community organizations and was a founding member of the Bishopville Rescue Squad and the Bishopville Jaycees.
     He was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed quail hunting with his good friend, Max DuBose and he also enjoyed flounder fishing with his friend, Tim McGee, and brother George Anthony “Skeeter” Reynolds. He was a member of the Sonoco Old Timers Club and rarely missed a member gathering. In later years, he enjoyed following his grandchildren’s athletic events and graduations.
     He was preceded in death by his loving wife of sixty-three years, Jean Howard Skinner Reynolds of Bishopville, SC.
     He is survived by his son, William Sheldon (Sarah) Reynolds IV of Kingstree, SC; four grandchildren, William Evan (Margaret) Reynolds, Olivia Paige Reynolds, James Clayton Reynolds, Jeana Faye Reynolds; two great-grandchildren, Anne Mishoe Reynolds, and Carver Louise Reynolds.

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

Lola Ann Driggers White, 83, wife of the late Frederick J. White, died Tuesday, January 24, 2023, at MUSC Health Florence.

Mrs. White was born April 22, 1939, in Williamsburg County, SC, a daughter of the late Albert Bright Driggers and Mary Lee Blakely Driggers. She was a graduate of Williamsburg High School and received a bachelor’s degree from Coker College and a master’s degree and special education certification from Francis Marion College. Mrs. White taught English and History and coached basketball in Andrews, Florence, England, St. Stephen, and Kingstree. She was a member of the Pilot Club, Director of Williamsburg County Parents Anonymous, volunteered with the Felician Sisters’ outreach and tutoring programs and still found time to enjoy gardening, reading, and puzzle books. “Miss Lola” was an NFL and a Gamecocks fan and she loved Black River and especially spending time with her family. She was a member of St. Ann Catholic Church.

Surviving Mrs. White are: daughters, Donna Patterson of Kingstree, SC and Leslie (Steve) Smith of Oak Ridge, TN; grandchildren, Marie (Mark) Disher and David (Laura) Patterson, both of Kingstree, SC, and  Faith, Chloe, Sophie, and Stephanie Smith, all of Oak Ridge, TN; great grandchildren, Mackenzie and Henry Bryan, Christopher Patterson, and soon to be born, Marissa Patterson, all of Kingstree, SC; sister, Betty D. Donnelly of Andrews; four nieces who were like daughters, Theresa, Dawn, Emilee, and Brandi; and two nephews.

In addition to her parents and her second husband Fred, Lola was preceded in death by her first husband, David A. Winchester, a son, Ron Q. White, 2 brothers, A.B. Driggers and Robert Driggers, and a very special son-in-law, Chris Patterson.

Funeral services will be held 2 PM Friday, January 27, 2023, at Williamsburg Funeral Home, with burial in Union Presbyterian Church Cemetery. The Holy Rosary will be prayed at 5:30 Thursday afternoon at the funeral home  with a visitation to follow from 6 to 8 PM.

Memorials may be made to St. Ann Catholic Church, 107 Hirsch Street, Kingstree, SC 29556 or to a charity of one’s choice. Online condolences may be sent to the family on the obituary page at www.WilliamsburgFuneralHome.com

Loretta Gause, 69, wife of Barney Jeremiah Gause, died Wednesday, January 18, 2023, at her home surrounded by her beloved family.

Mrs. Gause was born September 19, 1953, in Florence County, SC, a daughter of the late Cozart and Margarite Port Marlow. She retired, after 30 years, as the secretary of the cafeteria at Kingstree Elementary School. Loretta was a member of Kingstree Pentecostal Holiness Church.

Surviving Mrs. Gause, in addition to her husband Barney, are: her children, Angela (Jamie) Altman, Travis (Audra) Gause, and Ryan Gause; grandchildren, Skyler, Waylon, and Ryder Altman, Gray Gause and another grandchild to be born in July; siblings, William (Sue) Marlow, Phillip (Lynn) Marlow, Althea (Thomas) Lockliear, Sherry Ferland, and Wanda (Gary) VanEssen; sister-in-law, Deloris Marlow; and honorary sister and brother Marie and Thomas Gause. In addition to her parents, Loretta was preceded in death by siblings, Jeanette Matthews, Billy Marlow, Jessi Marlow, and Tony Marlow.

Graveside funeral services will be held 2 PM Sunday, January 22, 2023, at Kingstree Pentecostal Holiness Church Cemetery in Kingstree, SC. Loretta’s family will greet friends from 6 to 8 PM Saturday at Williamsburg Funeral Home. Honorary pallbearers will be David Gause, Brian Gause, Wayne Poston, Zac Arnold, Shaun Gause, Wayne Marlow, and Ron Feagin.

Memorials may be made to Kingstree Pentecostal Holiness Church Building Fund, PO Box 338,, Kingstree, SC 29556. Online condolences may be sent to the family on the obituary page at www.WilliamsburgFuneralHome.com

Judy Ann Matthews Miles, 77, wife of the late Mervin Lavern Miles, died Wednesday, January 18, 2023, at MUSC in Charleston, SC.

     Mrs. Miles was born September 17, 1945, in Florence County, SC, a daughter of the late Joe and Grace Hancock Matthews. She was a graduate of Florence County schools and retired from Baxter Labs in Kingstree. Judy was a member of Kingstree First Free Will Baptist Church. She loved fishing, gardening, her dogs, and hosting the flea market in Kingstree, where she enjoyed meeting and visiting with everyone.

     Surviving Mrs. Miles are: 2 sons, David L. “Peanut” Miles and Greg “Chubby” (Cindy) Miles both of Kingstree, SC; a daughter, Charlene (Tony) McCrea of Kingstree; daughter-in-law, Annette Miles of Cades; 5 grandchildren, Cody Miles, Dusty (Casey) McCrea, Gregory Miles, Ann (Matt) Worrell, and Matthew Miles; 7 great grandchildren, Rylee and Reed McCrea, Hunter, Allie, and Bailey Miles, and Alexis and Haylee Worrell; and a sister, Joyce Le Brun of Lake City, SC. In addition to her husband Mervin and her parents, Judy was preceded in death by a son, Terry Miles, sister, Elizabeth Haselden, and brothers, Buster, Joe and Billy Matthews.

     Funeral services will be held 2 PM Friday, January 20, 2023, at Kingstree First Free Will Baptist Church, with burial in Sandy Bay Cemetery. Judy’s family will greet friends from 6 to 8 PM Thursday at Williamsburg Funeral Home

     Memorials may be made to First Free Will Baptist Church, 2348 Sumter Highway, Kingstree, SC 29556. Online condolences may be sent to the family on the obituary page at www.WilliamsburgFuneralHome.com

Mrs. Joyce West Lane, 91, wife of the late Homer LeRoy “Roy” Lane, died Tuesday, January 10, 2023, in Jacksonville, FL.

     Mrs. Lane was born March 9, 1931, in Baltimore, MD, a daughter of Orin and Mary M. West. Joyce grew up in many places, including Baltimore MD and Anchorage, AK, as her father was in the Coast Guard. She married Roy Lane and they built a life together in Greeleyville, SC. Joyce loved being a housewife and raising their daughters. When Roy died in 1974, Joyce moved to Florida and made a good life there with her family all around her. She was a loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother, but also a strict one. She enjoyed having fun with her family and making great memories.  She was a member of Crown Point Church in Jacksonville, FL.

     Surviving Mrs. Lane are: two daughters, Debbie Lane and Cindy (Eugene) Stevens, both of Jacksonville, FL; granddaughter, Shana Still; great grandson, Peyton Still; great granddaughter, Addyson Still; sister-in-law, Virginia “Monkey” Way of Kingstree; and a number of nieces and nephews.

     A graveside funeral service will be held 2 PM Tuesday, January 17, 2023, in Mount Vernon United Methodist Church Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Crown Point Church, 10153 Old St. Augustine Road, Jacksonville, FL 32257.

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

Mr. Samuel Armstrong McCrea, 95, husband of the late Frances Brown McCrea, died Thursday, January 12, 2023, at Carolina Gardens at Conway, SC.

Mr. McCrea was born January 23, 1927, in Kingstree, SC, a son of the late McDowell Armstrong McCrea and Alice Parnell McCrea. Mr. Sammie was a graduate of Kingstree High School, worked at Moses Collis Heating and Air for many years, and retired from Oneita Knitting Mills. He was a member of Central Presbyterian Church.

Surviving Mr. McCrea are: three sons, Larry S. (Carol) McCrea, of Murrells Inlet, SC, Michael A. (Carolyn) McCrea, of Leland, NC, and Timothy B. McCrea, of Charlotte, NC; grandchildren, Larry R. McCrea, Christian McCrea, Kiersti McCrea, and Samuel A. McCrea; and a beloved daughter-in-law, Candy McCrea. In addition to his parents and his wife Mr. McCrea was preceded in death by two grandchildren, Brannon and Cameron McCrea.

A graveside funeral service will be held 2 PM Sunday, January 15, 2023, in Tisdale Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Tisdale Cemetery, c/o Mike Tisdale, 1149 Doc Kellahan Road, Kingstree, SC 29556.

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

Margaret Kellahan Tyler, 97, passed away Friday, December 30, 2022, in Huntsville, AL.

     Mrs. Tyler was born April 2, 1925, in Kingstree, SC, the daughter of the late Richard Melvin Kellahan and Minnie Strong Kellahan. She was a graduate of Kingstree High School and Winthrop College. “Miss Margaret” was a homemaker and loved to bake, especially proud of her cheese straws and her sourdough bread. She also enjoyed quilting with the ladies of the quilting group at the church. She was a lifelong member of  Central Presbyterian Church.

     Surviving Mrs. Tyler are: her son, Jim (Becky) Tyler of Lexington, SC; her daughter, Sarah T. (Irvin) Stuckey of Huntsville, AL; grandchildren, Hogan (Mollie) Tyler of Columbia, SC, Lauren (Brian) Prahl of Lexington, SC, Charles (Kathleen) Stuckey of Huntsville, AL, and Allison Stuckey (Zac) Cole of Huntsville, AL; 8 great grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, Miss Margaret was preceded in death by her brothers, W.N. “Billy” Kellahan and Richard Herman “Dick” Kellahan.

     Funeral services will be held 2 PM Wednesday, January 4, 2023, at Central Presbyterian Church in Kingstree, SC with burial in Kingstree Memorial Gardens. Miss Margaret’s family will greet friends at the church one hour before the service on Wednesday.

     Memorials may be made to Central Presbyterian Church, PO Box 421, Kingstree, SC 29556 or to a charity of one’s choice. Online condolences may be sent to the family on the obituary page at www.WilliamsburgFuneralHome.com

Ezra Steve Brown, 74, of the Cedar Swamp Community, died peacefully at home on December 31, 2022, surrounded by those he loved. 

     Steve was born May 31, 1948, in Williamsburg County, the eldest son of the late Ezra Tolly Brown and Dorothy Howell Brown.  He enjoyed all things outdoors including hunting, fishing, horseback riding, and camping with his children, grandchildren, and friends.  He was a member of the Cedar Swamp Lancing Association, a lifelong member and former deacon of Central Presbyterian Church.  A loving husband and father, Steve was always up for an adventure and loved to travel.  His contagious smile, boisterous laugh, and sense of humor will be missed by those who loved him most.

     He is survived by his wife of 38 years, Ruth Epps “Ruthie” Brown; son, Steven (Sheila) Brown of Kingstree; son, Michael (Patti) Brown of Lake City; son, Will (Nichole) Godwin of Kingstree; brother, Lynn (Harriett) Brown of Florence; grandchildren, Wes, Kayla, Emily, Blake, Nicholas, Sydney, Jeromie, Haley, Billy, and Anna Grace; and 9 precious great grandchildren.  

     The family will receive visitors from 1 – 2:30 pm on Tuesday, January 3, 2023, at Williamsburg Funeral Home in Kingstree, with a graveside service to follow at 3 pm at Tisdale Cemetery (Cemetery Road, Kingstree).  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Central Presbyterian Church, PO Box 421, Kingstree, SC 29556. Online condolences may be sent to the family on the obituary page at www.WilliamsburgFuneralHome.com

William Bartow “W.B.” Smith, 94, husband of the late Helen Mouzon “Patsy” Smith, died at home in Orange Park, FL on Friday, December 23, 2022.

Mr. Smith was born December 2, 1928, in Olanta, SC, a son of the late Sidney Paul Smith and Eunice Dubose Smith. He was a graduate of Hebron High School and Spartanburg Junior College, and was a ROTC graduate of Clemson College in 1951, receiving a BS in Agriculture and was commissioned in the US Army. In 1970, Mr. Smith received a Master of Education degree from Western Carolina University. While in the Army, Mr. Smith served in France as a Logistic Officer from 1951 to 1953. Following discharge from the Army, he taught school in Florence, SC, Anderson, SC, and Duval County in Florida, retiring in 1992 after 32 years of service.

W.B. lived a sporty life, enjoying time spent with his wife Patsy, kids, grandkids, family and many lifelong friends. He never met a stranger, believed the best in people, had a witty sense of humor, a million-dollar smile, and was a role model to many. He enjoyed quail hunting, bass, bream, and crappie fishing. His passion was golf, and he was a true competitor on the course. He played last with the senior group at Westland Golf Course (Willow Lakes) and played in the greater Jacksonville area from the late 1950s to 2013. He was a founding and active member of St. Johns Bass Anglers Association from the early 70s to the 80s. He was a member of Calvary United Methodist Church in Orange Park, FL and current member of Hebron United Methodist Church in Hebron, SC.

Surviving Mr. Smith are: children, Kimberly Smith Hargett and Maria Smith (Gary) Reece, both of Orange Park, FL and Paul “Bart” (Karen M.) Smith of Springfield, GA; grandchildren, Kyle Reece, Blair Reece, Cole Hargett, and Gavin and Wyatt Smith; brothers, Sidney (Pat) Smith of Midway, GA and  James “Bobby” (Nancy) Smith of Camden, SC; and many nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents and his wife Patsy, W.B. was preceded in death by a brother and sister-in-law Philip and Betty Smith and mother and father-in-law, Haskell and Mildred Mouzon.

Funeral services will be held 11 AM, Friday, December 30, 2022, at Hebron United Methodist Church with burial in the church cemetery. W.B.’s family will greet friends from 5 to 7 PM Thursday, December 29, 2022, at Williamsburg Funeral Home in Kingstree, SC. Memorials may be made to Hebron United Methodist Church,  2273 Hebron Road, Cades, SC 29518. Online condolences may be sent to the family on the obituary page at www.WilliamsburgFuneralHome.com

Elisa Evans “Lisa” Coker, 65, wife of the late Alvin Wilson Coker, died Monday, December 26, 2022, at Duke University Hospital in Durham, NC.

     Mrs. Coker was born August 5, 1957, in Florence, SC, a daughter of the late Coley Wade ”C.W.” Evans, Jr. and Doris Arnette Evans. She was a graduate of Hudgens Academy and attended Coker College and Francis Marion College. Lisa recently retired from the US Postal Service after more than 20 years of service. She enjoyed traveling, playing cards with friends, crocheting, and especially spending time with Shay and her other grandchildren. Lisa was a member of Kingstree United Methodist Church.

     Surviving Mrs. Coker are: her daughter, Amy (Justin) Hill of Salters, SC; sister, Elaine E. (Jimmy) McElveen of Sardis; sister-in-law, Becky (John) Plowden of Kingstree, SC; mother-in-law, Marian Wilson Coker; daughter-in-law, Audra Truluck Coker of Kingstree, SC; four grandchildren, Shay, Greyson, Anthony and Eden; and nephews, Jamey and Matt McElveen and Coker and Sam Plowden. In addition to her husband and parents, Lisa was preceded in death by her son, Alvin Wilson “Wil” Coker, Jr.

     Funeral services will be held 2 PM Friday, December 30, 2022, at Kingstree United Methodist Church with burial in Kingstree Memorial Gardens. Lisa’s family will greet friends in the Ladies Parlor at Kingstree United Methodist Church at 1 PM until time for the service.

     Memorials may be made to Kingstree United Methodist Church, 510 N. Longstreet Street, Kingstree, SC 29556. Online condolences may be sent to the family on the obituary page at www.WilliamsburgFuneralHome.com

     Albert LeRoy “Roy” Scott, III, 55, died at home in Kingstree, SC, Saturday, December 17, 2022.

     Mr. Scott was born November 5, 1967, in Kingstree, the son of the late Albert LeRoy Scott, Jr. and Dorothy Turner Scott. He was a high school graduate and attended the University of South Carolina and Winthrop University. Roy was a veteran of the US Navy and was a Methodist. Roy was a self-employed computer technician.

     Surviving Mr. Scott are: two sisters, Helen (Arnold) Tyler of Kingstree and Dorothy Jane (Bobby) McCaskill of Battleboro, NC; two uncles, Ray (Emily) Turner of Darlington, SC and Charles Odom, of Gibson, NC ; an aunt, Davis Plummer of Clio, SC; nephews and niece, John Tyler, Jr. and Jason Tyler, both of Kingstree, and Russell (Rebecca) Mouzon of Tarboro, NC and Brandy (Moe) Sledge, of Rocky Mount, NC; and Roy’s beloved fur baby, Precious. In addition to his parents, Roy was preceded in death by his fiancée, Linda Fitch.

          A memorial service to celebrate Roy’s life will be held 3 PM, Monday, December 26, 2022, at Williamsburg Funeral Home in Kingstree, SC, with burial in Kingstree Memorial Gardens. Roy’s family will greet friends at the funeral home at 2 PM Monday just before the service.

     Memorials may be made to Wounded Warrior Project, PO Box 758516, Topeka, Kansas 66675-8516 or online at www.woundedwarriorproject.org. Online condolences may be sent to the family on the obituary page at www.WilliamsburgFuneralHome.com

Betty Ross “Betsy” Almond Haselden, 80, wife of the late James Alton Haselden, died Wednesday, December 14, 2022, at her daughter’s home in Summerville, SC.

     Mrs. Haselden was born October 16, 1942, in Columbia, SC, a daughter of the late Betty Ross Almond and William Almond. She was a retired nurse. Betsy enjoyed cross-stitching, cooking, and gardening. She was a member of Kingstree Church of God.

     Surviving Mrs. Haselden are: four daughters, Amy (John) Liebenrood of Summerville, SC, Kaye Emsley (Dean Dobson) of Piedmont, SC, and Vicki (Darby) Fulton and Denise (Billy) McKnight, both of Kingstree, SC; a sister, Julia (Joel) Martin of Charlotte; 11 grandchildren, 20 great grandchildren; and 1 great great grandchild.

     In addition to her parents and her husband, Mrs. Haselden was preceded in death by a stepdaughter, Luann Welch, 2 granddaughters, Gina Welch and Amanda McGee, and a grandson, Davey McKnight.

     Private graveside services will be held at a later date.

     Memorials may be made to Susan G Komen for the Cure, 13770 Noel Road, Suite 801889, Dallas, TX 753480 or online at www.Komen.org. Online condolences may be sent to the family on the obituary page at www.WilliamsburgFuneralHome.com

JoAnne Boyd Sires, 91, wife of the late Jasper Marion Sires, III, died Thursday, December 8, 2022, at Williamsburg Regional Hospital in Kingstree, surrounded by her beloved family.

Mrs. Sires was born August 26, 1931, in Lane, SC, a daughter of the late Charles Boyd and Matelon Bevis Boyd. She was a 1949 graduate of Kingstree High School and attended Coker College before marrying Marion. JoAnne worked for many years at Farmers Telephone Cooperative and Colonial Rubber Works before retiring. Following retirement JoAnne was the  receptionist at Williamsburg Funeral Home for a number of years, a job she truly enjoyed.

JoAnne’s first and foremost love was her family. Even as a child, JoAnne looked forward to visiting her maternal grandfather and cousins in Jonesville, SC and recounted those stories to her children as they grew up. The Boyd cousins in Williamsburg County were equally important throughout her life and as her family grew, she welcomed each new member with delight.  She was also proud of her hometown of Lane and often shared stories of growing up there. Marion’s family became her family when they married, and her mother-in-law Emmie became her “second mother” and gave her further cooking lessons adding to the ones Matelon had started. Cooking became a gift of love for her family. She eventually wrote a cookbook as her legacy, but her legacy was so much more. As her family expanded to include sons-in-law, grands and great-grands, she instilled the importance of being together by cooking weekly Sunday dinners for all who could come. Many family friends were fed at Granny Jo’s table over the years, and thus came the name for her cookbook, “Sunday Dinner at Granny’s.” She loved celebrations of any kind, especially birthdays and Christmas. After she retired, she enjoyed volunteering for Tidelands Hospice and outings with her Red Hat Society group, “The Flighty Ladies”. For many years she enjoyed her time as a member of The Garden Makers Garden Club. JoAnne was a member of Union Presbyterian Church.

Surviving Mrs. Sires are: her three daughters and their husbands: Beth S. and Billy Horton of Kingstree, SC, Sheryl S. and Mark Scott of Salters, SC and Michelle S. and Brice Benton of Kingstree, SC; five grandchildren, Elissa H. (Tim) Swicord and William B. “B” (Cheray) Horton all of Kingstree, Sarah S. (Bryan) Kelley of Greenville, SC, Gordon (Annie Bauer) Scott of Kingstree, and Marion B. (Juston) McClary of Kingstree, SC; ten great grandchildren, Jay Swicord, Chandler Swicord, Henry Swicord, Alec Hagwood, Austin (Alyssa) Hagwood, Caitie Horton, Salters and Emma Kelley, and Jack and Mae Scott; 1 great-great granddaughter, Charlee Suzanne Hagwood; two special nieces who were like daughters, Adrienne Foust (Bob) Shinta of Salters, SC and Carol Shepard (C.J.) Morgan of Scurry, TX and a niece who was more like a sister, Brenda B. (Sammy) Pringle of Surfside Beach, SC; her sister-in law, Jean S. (Carlisle) Shirer of Salters, SC;  many cherished cousins, nieces and nephews; and her dear little Doxie, Phoebe.

In addition to her husband Marion and her parents, JoAnne was preceded in death by her siblings and their spouses, Charles Winston Boyd and his wife Lillian, Louise B. Cox and her husband Richard, Mamie Lee B. Mishoe and her husband Frank, Frances B. Lovelace and her husband Ben, and Bevis B. Shepard and her husband Ector; a sister-in-law Leila Sires Foust and her husband Jim.

The family wishes to thank Dr. Troy Gamble, nurses and staff of Williamsburg Regional Hospital and sitters Shelly Graham and Mary Greggs for taking caring of our mama like she was their own. Their compassionate care made a difficult time much easier.

Funeral services will be held 2 PM Sunday, December 18, 2022, at Williamsburg Funeral Home in Kingstree, SC with burial to follow in Union Presbyterian Church Cemetery.  JoAnne’s family will greet friends Saturday afternoon from 4 to 6 PM at the funeral home and other times at her home.

Memorials may be made to Union Presbyterian Church, c/o Mrs. Diane Boyd, 114 E Brooks Street, Kingstree, SC 29556.  Online condolences may be sent to the family on the obituary page at www.WilliamsburgFuneralHome.com

Annie Laurie Blakely Stackley, 82, the wife of the late Herbert Van Keuren Stackley, Sr., passed away Friday, December 9, 2022, at Williamsburg Regional Hospital.

Mrs. Stackley was born June 10, 1940, in Williamsburg County, a daughter of the late Laurie Eugene Blakely and  Iva Gamble Blakely McIntosh. She was a graduate of Williamsburg High School and attended Coker College. She was employed at The Exchange Bank of Kingstree and later worked at USDA-Farmers Home Administration for 20 years.  Mrs. Stackley was a member of Kingstree United Methodist Church.

Surviving Mrs. Stackley are: her son, Herbert “Herb” Van Keuren Stackley, Jr.; a brother, Eugene G. Blakely (Claudia); a sister-in-law, Gertha Graham Stackley; and several nieces, nephews, cousins, and many friends.

The family would like to especially thank Dr. Troy Gamble for his care and compassion during Annie Laurie’s illness.

A graveside service will be held 2 PM Sunday, December 11, 2022, at Williamsburg Cemetery in Kingstree, SC.  The family will receive visitors at the home on Scott Street. 

Memorials may be made to Kingstree United Methodist Church, 510 N. Longstreet St, Kingstree, SC, 29556. Online condolences may be sent to the family on the obituary page at www.WilliamsburgFuneralHome.com

Marilea Hanna-Dooley, 87 of Washougal, Washington passed away on October 29, 2022, at her residence.

Marilea was born on April 22, 1935, to James and Ruby Hanna in Kingstree, South Carolina. After graduating from Kingstree High School in 1953, she went on to study at Winthrop College, and in 1957, she graduated with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Early Education. She was granted her teaching certificate from the State of Washington in 1962 and began her 25-year career as an elementary school teacher.

In 1987, Marilea retired and spent her time puttering in her flower gardens, enjoying her travels across the United States and spending time with family and friends. She was a voracious reader. Marilea was a joyful presence with her colorful clothes, creative fashion choices and wonderful sense of humor. She was a strong compassionate woman filled with a desire to live her life to the fullest and to be loved by others. Her spirit of determination was contagious.

Marilea was predeceased by her parents, brother, William “Billy” Hanna and sister, Idella “Ikey” Brown. She is survived by her three daughters, Bobbilea Muncey, Ruby Welinski and Shirley Overman; three grandchildren, Robert Nelson, Patrick Overman, Jr., and Christopher Overman; sister Jimmie Grace Hanna of St Simons Island, GA and brother Henry “Buddy” Hanna (Brenda) of Dalzell, SC and sister-in-law Johnette “Johnnie” Brown Hanna Judy of Lugoff, SC

There will be no memorial service held. Online condolences may be sent to the family on the obituary page at www.WilliamsburgFuneralHome.com