Obituaries

May 18, 2025

Larry Nelson, also known to family members as "Hump" was born July 1, 1959, in Sumter, South Carolina to the late Ann Nelson and Joseph Riley. Richard was educated in the public schools of Sumter County and was a graduate of Furman High School. He was employed by Carolina Furniture Company as well as the Budweiser Distributor Company in Newark,...

May 18, 2025

Rosa Mell Dunham was born on February 5,1961 in Sumter, South Carolina at Tuomey Hospital to the late Rosa Dunham Wilson and Charlie Wilson.  She was the fourth of nine children born to her parents. Rosa received her education from the public schools of Sumter, South Carolina, graduating from Sumter High School. She attended college at a local Technical School...

May 17, 2025

Barbara Jean Billie Smith, daughter of the late Ruby and Jasper Billie, was born on September 16, 1949 and raised in Gable SC. She was a member of Congruity Presbyterian Church. Barbara received her education at Eastern High School and later attended Job Corp in Kentucky. She worked at Georgia Pacific and Pilgrim's Pride Sumter, where she then retired from,...

May 6, 2025

Nicholas James Peoples, affectionately known as "Nick" was born October 27, 1999, in Sumter, SC to Karen Dinkins and Kevin Peoples. Nicholas was educated in the public schools of Sumter County and graduated from Lakewood High School in 2018. Nicholas enjoyed fast cars, money, traveling and raising his dogs. Nick loved and cared for his family and always protected those...

May 6, 2025

Susie Ferguson Miller was born on September 23, 1947, in Boykin, SC, to the late Willie Ferguson Jr and Sarah Crim Ferguson. She departed this earthly life on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, at Prisma Health Tuomey, Sumter, SC. Susie was educated in the Kershaw City Public Schools and graduated from Jackson High School in 1967. After graduating, she moved to...

Apr 30, 2025

Apr 26, 2025

The Journey Begins Mr. Truman Rouse began his life's journey on Friday, March 8, 1946, to the late Mr. and Mrs. Sinclair, Sr. and Geneva Fronebager Rouse.  He was reared in a loving home with his six sisters and four brothers.  A Time To Grow Bro. Truman attended the public schools of Sumter County at the former Lincoln High School. ...

Apr 24, 2025

Apr 20, 2025

Orbedella Wright, daughter of the late Theodore Wright, Sr. and Hester Nixon Wright, was born December 19, 1962 in Sumter, South Carolina.  She was educated in the public schools of Sumter County. Ms. Wright was raised in a Christian home and learned early in life the value of discipline, hard work and the meaning of family. She was an active...

Apr 19, 2025

Apr 18, 2025

Shelia Yvonne Foxworth was born September 14,1962, in Hampton, Virginia, to the late Linwood Foxworth, Sr, and Barbara Jean Jones Foxworth.   Shelia was employed as a professional seamstress for many years where she worked tirelessly until her health declined. Shelia attended and graduated from the public schools of Marion, SC.  At an early age, she developed a personality that garnished...

Apr 13, 2025

Martha Louise Haynesworth Glover was born on February 11, 1942, in Wedgefield, SC, to the late Bosie Haynesworth and Lula Fullwood Haynesworth.  At an early age, Martha gave her life to the Lord and remained a faithful and devoted servant until He called her home. She attended Lincoln High School and earned an associate's degree in nursing from Sumter Technical...

Apr 9, 2025

Apr 6, 2025

Mary Lue Ingram was born on September 6, 1953, in Sumter, South Carolina to the late Annie Mae McKenzie and the late Ernest Ingram. Mary was educated in the public schools of Sumter County.  She worked as a nurse technician at Palmetto Baptist Hospital in Columbia, South Carolina. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her...

Mar 31, 2025

Steven Marie Johnson was born September 24, 1967, in Sumter, South Carolina to the late Ada Mae Wells Johnson and the late Willie Montgomery. Steven was educated in the public schools of Sumter County, South Carolina. Steven was a devoted husband, father, and a respected member of the Sumter community. He was a diligent person with a passion for helping...

Mar 26, 2025

Adelia Siatita Mickell was born July 1, 1953, in Aguisan, Himamaylan, Philippines to the late Elias and Anastasia Vailusis Siatita. Adelia lived a life filled with love, laughter, and a deep commitment to her family and her faith. Adelia was known for her cooking skills, and loved to exercise, enjoy her music, and helping the elderly. She always put others...

Mar 15, 2025

Lula Mae Spann was born August 22, 1944, in Dalzell, South Carolina to the late James, Sr. and Martha Parker Capers. Lula Mae was educated in the public schools of Sumter County, South Carolina. She was a faithful member of the Joshua Baptist Church in Dalzell, South Carolina. Lula Mae married Joe Lewis Spann on July 26, 1969. She enjoyed...

Mar 14, 2025

A Time to Live Mrs. Vermelle Duncan Whittleton was born on October 15, 1949, to the late Mr. Henry Duncan, Jr. and Mrs. Hattie Mae Duncan. She was one of five children and the oldest of all the children.  A Time to Learn Mrs. Whittleton attended public schools and then graduated from Ebenezer High School in 1968.  A Time to...

Mar 11, 2025

Tyrone Caughman was born March 8, 1983, in Sumter, South Carolina to Sara Caughman Osborne and the late Henry "Puddie" Holliday. Tyrone was educated in the public schools of Sumter County and Lakewood High School. He worked as a landscaper and enjoyed working at the Sumter County Fair each year. Tyrone loved spending time with his family and friends as...

Mar 1, 2025

Mr. Louis Berkel departed this life on Saturday, March 1, 2025, in Monroe, North Carolina. He was born October 31, 1945, in the St. Thomas, Virgin Islands to the late Alford and Iverra Fretz Berkel