Obituaries

Nov 25, 2025

Fannie McNeil was born on September 21, 1939 the daughter of the late Virginia Evely and the late Luther Spencer.  She was also reared by her stepmother, the late Florence Johnson. Born with a gentle spirit and a heart committed to service, Fannie touched countless lives through her compassion, wisdom, and quiet generosity. She was known for her warm smile,...

Nov 22, 2025

Barbara Jean Moses was born January 5, 1955, in Olanta, South Carolina to the late Willie and Pauline Wells McDowell. Barbara attended the public schools in Wedgefield, South Carolina. Barbara had a love for family and friends. She encouraged those who needed to be encouraged and loved people. Barbara was married to the late Clifford Moses. In addition to her...

Nov 22, 2025

A Time to Be Born Beverly Tindal Peterson was born on November 28, 1957, to the late Juanita Benton Ford and the late Clarence Tindal. A Time to Grow Beverly was raised in a Christian home and attended the public schools of Sumter County and was a member of the graduating class of 1975 from Sumter High School. She continued...

Nov 11, 2025

Jai'Kailah Nykema Richardson was born September 2, 2007, in Sumter, South Carolina to Nicole Morris and the late Jeremie Richardson, Sr.  Jai'Kailah was educated in the public schools of Sumter County and was a student at Crestwood High School.  Her bright smile and warm heart brought joy to everyone around her, and she never met a stranger.  Jai'Kailah was preceded...

Nov 11, 2025

Alphonse "Sarge" Young was born November 24, 1930, in Buffalo, New York to the late Luther James and Rachel Adams Young. Alphonse "Sarge" was the eldest of nine children and grew up as a local newspaper delivery boy. "Sarge" later entered the United States Air Force, where he completed his high school education and worked as a auto mechanic. "Sarge"...

Nov 2, 2025

Alfred Loniel Brunson was born January 13, 1968, in Sumter County, South Carolina to the late Rebecca Salley Brunson and the late Alfred Brunson. Alfred was reared in a Christian home and was a member of the Calvary Missionary Baptist Church in Pinewood, South Carolina. Alfred was educated in the public schools of Sumter County and was a 1986 graduate...

Oct 13, 2025

Mr. Damien Kyrell Waiters was born on January 19, 1994, to Christine Prioleau Wilson and the late Stolley "Coolie" Waiters Sr. Damien, or "Dame" as he was affectionately called, received his education in the public schools of Sumter County. Dame had the biggest heart for people. You ask anyone about Dame, they are guaranteed to tell you, "Yeah that was...

Oct 9, 2025

Vermelle S. Kirkland was born on September 15, 1935 in Rembert, South Carolina to the late John Dinkins and Eunice Dais Dinkins.  She was the oldest of twelve children. Vermelle grew up and was educated in Sumter County, South Carolina, where she remained a lifelong resident and pillar of the community. Vermelle was married to the late Robert L. Kirkland...

Oct 7, 2025

Oct 5, 2025

Willie McDowell, Jr. was born November 30, 1958, in Sumter, South Carolina to the late Willie, Sr. and Pauline Wells McDowell. Willie departed this life on Sunday, October 5, 2025, in Sumter, South Carolina.

Oct 5, 2025

Herman Alfred Pearson, Sr., the husband of the late Ruby Chandler Pearson was born December 17, 1933, in Sumter, South Carolina to the late Nathaniel and Martha McGhaney Pearson. Herman departed this life on Sunday, October 5, 2025, in Sumter, South Carolina.

Oct 5, 2025

Yvonne McNeil, 63, was born on September 8, 1962, to the late Elbert J. McNeil and surviving parent Fannie McNeil, who lovingly guided her through life's journey. Yvonne was a devoted daughter, sister, aunt, and friend whose presence brightened every room she entered. She shared a special bond with her twin sister, Yvette M. Graves, and was a caring sister...

Sep 30, 2025

Mr. Earvin Lee Wilder, affectionately known as "Big Worm", was born on October 26, 1950 in Pinewood, South Carolina to the late Melvin Wilder, Sr. and Estelle Conyers Wilder.   Earvin was known for his warm heart, steady spirit, and deep love for family. He carried himself with humility and kindness, always willing to lend a helping hand to those in...

Sep 30, 2025

Bernard Edward Sanders was born September 4, 1954, in Sumter South Carolina to the late Dorothy Mae Porter and Ernest Sanders. Bernard was educated in the public schools of Sumter County and graduated from Sumter High School with the class of 1972. Following graduation, he proudly served his country by joining the United States Army, where he served for two...

Sep 28, 2025

Ernest Spann, Jr., the husband of Savannah Brown Spann was born July 19, 1957, in Sumter, South Carolina to the late Ernest, Sr. and Annie Tomlin Spann. Ernest departed this life on Sunday, September 30, 2025, in Sumter, South Carolina.

Sep 24, 2025

Willie Vaughn, affectionately called "Woody", was born December 5, 1948, in Dalzell, South Carolina to the late Henry and Willie Mae Benbow Vaughn. Woody accepted the Lord as his personal savior at an early age. He was baptized at Joshua Baptist Church, where he was a faithful member during his youth. Woody was educated in the public schools of Sumter...

Sep 21, 2025

On Sunday morning, September 21, at 8:30 AM, Steve transitioned this life at home surrounded by his devoted wife and family. He was born May 24, 1958, in Sumter County to the deceased parents, Rufus Davis, Sr. and Ida Mae Davis. He was a graduate of Mayewood High School; thereafter he worked several jobs in the workforce. He grew up...

Sep 17, 2025

Sep 17, 2025

David Samuels was born June 7, 1947, in Paxville, South Carolina to the late Willie Mae Farmer. David was educated in the Clarendon County School System in the Paxville School District. David worked for Georgia Pacific for twenty-five (25) years until its closure and worked for thirty (30) years for A & P Metals until he retired. In addition to...

Sep 15, 2025

Brenda Marie Charles was born August 12, 1961, in Rembert, South Carolina to Ollie Mae Dennis Dinkins and the late Daniel Joseph Dinkins. Brenda was educated in the public schools of Sumter County and was a member of the graduating class of 1979 from Hillcrest High School. At an early age, she accepted Christ at an early age and was...