All Obituaries

It is with great sadness that this loving family comes together to promulgate to all, the Earthly transition of their beloved, Marlin Michele Lykes King, who was escorted on the wings of angels to her Heavenly home on Monday, August 5, 2019, surrounded by her loving family and friends.   Marlin was born in Jersey City, New Jersey, on October 23, 1963, to Scott Lykes and the late Attiemae Lykes.   At the age of twelve years old, Marlin moved South Carolina with her aunt...

On August 5, 2019, the Lord decided it was time to reward one of His servants with a promotion from his temporary assignment here on Earth, to a permanent position in Heaven.     Mallie Lew Johnson was born on December 6, 1962, to the late George and Rebecca Johnson.   Mallie graduated from Camden High School in 1981.  He joined the United States Army and served from 1981 until 1988.  He served as a Food Service Specialist, in which he received several...

Sister Betty Powell Bennett, daughter of the late James and Ella Peay Powell, was born on March 13, 1940.  She entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, July 31, 2019, at her home, surrounded by her family. Betty accepted Christ and became a member of Rafting Creek Baptist Church, where she served as a member of the Missionary Society, the Usher Board and any other duty appointed her.  She was a true servant of God.  She was also a member of the Order of Eastern Stars. Betty...

Frank was born on July 11, 1970 in New Haven Connecticut to the late Joseph E. Bradshaw (deceased) and Frances Bradshaw. He graduated from James Hillhouse High School in 1989.  He moved to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania in 1991, where he attended Temple University. Frank married in 1997 and the union formed two children. His children were the most important part of his life. Frank was a stoutly devoted father. Frank was employed with the Coca Cola Bottling Company for 17 years. During his...

Mr. Hazel Franklin Stuckey, son of the late George and Donella Cook Stuckey, was born in Lee County, South Carolina, on August 22, 1954.  He departed this life on Friday, July 12, 2019. Hazel attended public schools in Lee County, South Carolina.  At an early age, he joined Spring Hill United Methodist Church.   He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, Homer L. Stuckey and Clark J. Stuckey and one sister, Mary E. Williams. He leaves to cherish his loving...

James Douglas (J.D.) Norwood was born on March 15, 1937 to the late Rev. John R. Norwood and Benzena Norwood.  He departed his earthly life on Thursday, July 4, 2019 at his residence surrounded by his loving family. J.D. joined the United States Air Force, and he served his country honorably.  J.D. also received numerous honors for his service.  He was very active in his community and various organizations.  He received a Certificate of Appreciation from the American...

Leon T. “Sonny” Halley was born on May 21, 1951 to Leo Halley of Sumter, SC and the late Earline Halley Sumpter.  Leon was reared in Brooklyn, NY and was educated in the New York school systems. He leaves to cherish his memories, two sons:  Leon Halley, Jr. of Pawtucket, Rhode Island and Antonio Lee Williams of Las Vegas, Nevada.  A daughter:  Sherese Whitfield of New York; two special-daughters, Julie Williams and Olivia Williams Mingo of Kershaw, SC; six...

Mr. Johnny Michael Pate humbly bowed to God’s will and peacefully entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, July 3, 2019, at his home.  He was a son of the late John G. Pate and Serena Berford.     Johnny received his Christian instruction, accepted Christ as his Lord and Savior and was a member of Christian Fellowship Tabernacle Apostolic, Inc, where he faithfully served as a deacon for many years.   He also served as a  choir member,...

Mr. Marvin Jett, the son of the late James and Sallie K. Hough Jett, was born on March 5, 1947.  He entered eternal rest on Tuesday, July 2, 2019, at Prisma Health Heart Hospital, in Columbia, South Carolina.    Marvin attended Carver Elementary School. He worked in the textile industry for many years as a doffer at Springs Industries in Camden, South Carolina.  Marvin truly loved his children and his grandchildren.  He loved fishing, gardening, spending time with...

Ms. Joanne Carter was born in Camden, South Carolina on April 25, 1968, to the late Joe Johnnie Brisbon and Lugenia Carter Brisbon.  She departed this life to go to her heavenly home on June 29, 2019.   She was educated in the Kershaw County Public School and furthered her education at Columbia Junior College where she majored in Fashion Merchandising. Joanne attended St. Matthew United Methodist Church. She later moved to New York to be a care giver for her uncle,...