Shelia Yvonne McKenney

Shelia Yvonne McKenney was born on May 20, 1971 in Columbia, South Carolina, to Daniel McKenney and Janette P. McKenney.  On Thursday, February 11, 2021 she entered eternal rest at Lexington Medical Center.  Shelia was a graduate of Lugoff-Elgin High School, in the class of 1989, and attended, what was known as at the time, Winthrop College and later she attended Midlands Technical College.  Shelia … Continue reading Shelia Yvonne McKenney

Curtis Wood, Jr

Mr. Curtis Wood received his wings on Thursday, February 11, 2021 at Prisma Health Richland Hospital in Columbia, South Carolina. He was the son of the late Willie Mae Wood and Charles Wilson, Sr. He was born March 23, 1950 in Blaney, South Carolina. He attended the public schools of Kershaw County, graduated from Job Corp in Spokane, Washington. He was a roofer and carpenter … Continue reading Curtis Wood, Jr

Johnnie Sumpter, Jr.

Johnnie Sumpter, Jr. was born October 16, 1938, to the late Johnnie Sumpter, Sr. and Maszrine Alston Sumpter in Lee County, SC. He departed this life on February 11, 2021 in Columbia, SC.  He was married to the late Doretha Spann Sumpter until her death in 2020. He was educated in the public schools of Sumter County. Johnnie’s work career began early and expanded many … Continue reading Johnnie Sumpter, Jr.

Margaret Ann Burris Garner

Apr/04/1958 – Feb/10/2021 RIDGEWAY – A funeral service for Margaret Ann Garner, 62, will be held Saturday, February 20, 2021 at 2:00 p.m. at Powers Funeral Home with burial to follow in Springvale Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends prior to the service from 1-2 p.m. at the funeral home.     Ms. Garner, wife of the late David Garner, passed away on February … Continue reading Margaret Ann Burris Garner

Elouise (Drakeford) Wright

Mrs. Elouise Drakeford Wright, peacefully transitioned from this earthly life on Tuesday morning, February 9, 2021 at Kershaw Health, Camden, South Carolina.  Elouise was the youngest of twelve children born to her late parents, Mr. Willie S. and Mrs. Louisa Adamson Drakeford. She received her early religious training at the Hyco Missionary Baptist Church in Cassatt, South Carolina.  Later in life, she joined the Mt. … Continue reading Elouise (Drakeford) Wright

Carol Ransom Davis

Carol Ransom Davis, daughter of the late Albert and Willie Mae Ransom and wife of the late Johnny Davis, was born February 1, 1952 and departed this life on February 9, 2021, at her residence. Carol was raised in a loving Christian home; she attended the public schools of Sumter County. She worked for Sumter School District 2 at Rafting Creek Elementary as an administrative … Continue reading Carol Ransom Davis

Nellie McCord Taylor

On February 9, 2021, Nellie departed this life at Spartanburg Rehab and Wellness Center, in Spartanburg, South Carolina.  She was the daughter of the late Murray and Ellen McCord. She resided at Springdale Health for more than fourteen years, her home away from home and known by all at the facility.   Nellie worked for many years until she became ill.  She loved good religious music … Continue reading Nellie McCord Taylor

Sammie Lee Stuckey Frazier

Sammie Lee Frazier eternally entered the presence or our Sovereign God on Tuesday, February 9, 2021, in Canton, Michigan.  Sammie was born on February 24, 1945, to the late Sam and Naomi Stuckey.  She was the oldest of five.   After graduating from Jackson High School in 1963, she moved to New York City and then she moved to Brooklyn, New York, where she met and … Continue reading Sammie Lee Stuckey Frazier

Jessie C Drakeford

Oct/19/1945 – Feb/08/2021 CAMDEN – A graveside service for Jessie C. Drakeford, 75, will be held Sunday at 2:00 p.m. in Scott Hill Baptist Church Cemetery.     Mr. Drakeford passed away Monday, February 8, 2021. Born in Camden, he was a son of the late Annie Mae Drakeford. Mr. Drakeford was a member of Testimonial Ministries. He enjoyed doing yardwork, especially cutting grass.     Left … Continue reading Jessie C Drakeford