Mrs. Martha Parasco Coombs
May 28, 2019
Martha Parasco Fanti Coombs passed away at the home of her daughter and son-in-law on Tuesday, May 28, 2019, at the age of 98. She was born in Boston, MA, July 3, 1920, the second child to the late Eleftharios and Anastacia (Lynadarkis) Parasco. The family resided in Saugus, MA and she proudly graduated from Saugus High School. Martha and...
Mr Billy Franklin Key
May 27, 2019
Billy Franklin Key, 46, of Columbia, died Monday, May 27, 2019. Billy was born in Raleigh, NC, on March 31, 1973, to William Franklin Key and Brenda Hatley Campbell. Billy was raised in the Methodist Church and worked as a R & D Technician. He loved to fish, kayak, and be outdoors. Always willing to give advice, he was never...
Mr David Dewayne Cable
May 26, 2019
David Dewayne Cable, 55, of Lugoff, passed away peacefully on May 25, 2019. David was born at Sewart Airforce Base in Smyrna, TN, on August 6, 1963 to Paul David and Gladys Merrell Cable. He married Bonnie Mason Cable in 1987 and was a loving husband and father to his two children. David was a caring and giving man and...
Mr. James Brian Gainey
May 26, 2019
James Brian Gainey, 47, of Hopkins, died Sunday, May 26, 2019. Born January 6, 1972, he was a son of Jenny Lynn Cherry Gainey and the late Oscar David Gainey, Jr. Brian was a family man who loved his children and grandchildren. He especially enjoyed his daily morning visits with his mother. He was an avid outdoorsman, who loved to...
Mr Keith B. Phillips
May 23, 2019
Keith B. Phillips, 82, entered into eternal rest on May 23, 2019 after a brief illness. He was born in Pearsall, TX to Laurel S. Phillips and Margaret Brown Phillips. Keith attended the University of Texas in Austin before serving in the U. S. Army as a second lieutenant. He also served in the Army National Guard in South Carolina...
Mrs Ann P. Hollis
May 23, 2019
Ann P. Hollis, 81, affectionately known as "Meme" and long-time resident of Blythewood, SC, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, May 23, 2019, surrounded by her family and loyal companion, "Scout". Ann was born to the late James Wyatt and Thelma Still Priester on December 9, 1937. She spent her childhood in Ehrhardt and Olar, SC. After rearing...
Rev. H. Laverne Hancock, Sr.
May 22, 2019
Rev. H. Laverne Hancock, Sr., 89, of Columbia, died Wednesday, May 22, 2019. A son of the late Houston Luther and Irene Raley Hancock, he was married 66 years to Barbara Brigman Hancock. Rev. Hancock graduated from Furman University and Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. His first pastorate was a Native American Church in North Carolina. Additionally, he went on to...
Zion Oyedapo Akinrefon
May 22, 2019
Zion Oyedapo Akinrefon, 4, died Wednesday, May 22, 2019. Zion was born on Fort Carson in Colorado Springs, Colorado, a son of Oyeyemi Akanmu Akinrefon and Rena Latrice Smith Akinrefon. Zion was an adventurous young boy who loved being outside and talking his parents into getting him a new pair of shoes. He especially enjoyed being on the playground, riding...
Mrs. E. Adelaide "Candy" Johnson
May 20, 2019
E. Adelaide "Candy" Johnson Johnson, 91, died on Monday, May 20th, at her home in Columbia. Born in Latta, South Carolina, to the late Luther and Carrie Lee Johnson, she was the eldest of three daughters and the wife of Lt. Col Herbert Hulon Johnson, USAF, (Ret.), from Belton, South Carolina for 69 years. Candy graduated from Latta High School,...
Mr. Larry Michael Corley
May 19, 2019
Larry Michael Corley, of Blythewood, South Carolina, lived 75½ years, full throttle all the way. He appreciated every little thing in life. His infectious smile made him easy to love, and he never met a joke he didn't like. Hilariously, in response to "How are you," he'd grin and quip, "Beyond reproach!" His children and grandchildren remember hearing often a...
Mrs. Linda Kaye Manuel
May 19, 2019
Mrs. Linda Kaye Manuel, 71, of Elgin, died Sunday, May 19, 2019. Born April 20, 1948, she was a daughter of the late Harry Samuel Mabe, Jr., and Evelyn Louise Kitts Mabe. She was a loving Mom, Me Maw and sister. Linda's family was her biggest joy in life. She will be greatly missed. She is survived by a daughter,...
Constance Coulter Kelly
May 18, 2019
Constance "Connie" Coulter Kelly, 69, of Columbia, died at her home on Saturday, May 18, 2019. Connie was born in Springfield, Minnesota, on April 19, 1950, to Hugh and Juanita Jenkins Coulter. Following the death of her mother at a young age, Connie was raised by her father and step-mother, Myrtle B. Coulter. She earned an associate degree in Interior...
Mrs. Martha E. Hudgens
May 18, 2019
Martha Crosswell Eargle Hudgens entered into eternal rest on May 18, 2019, after a long illness. She is survived by her husband of 58 years, Dr. John Hampton Hudgens II. A quintessential Southern lady, Martha was beloved by family, friends, and community. "Grace was in all her steps, heaven in her eye, in every gesture, dignity and love." (John Milton)...
Mrs. Clara Bernice Labbate
May 17, 2019
Clara Bernice "Bernie" Labbate, 84, of Columbia, died Friday, May 17, 2019. Born August 26, 1934 in Harlan, Kentucky, she was a daughter of the late Dewey Gibson and Maude Golden Shupe Gibson. Prior to her retirement, she was employed in retail jewelry sales for many years. After the death of her husband, Bernie relocated to Columbia to live with...
Mr. Joseph W. Steele
May 17, 2019
Joseph W. Steele, 85, of Columbia, died Friday, May 17, 2019. Born September 22, 1933 in Holden, West Virginia, he was a son of the late Parry Boyd Steele and Ivory Nichols Steele. Mr. Steele honorably served his country in the US Navy. Prior to his retirement, he was employed by Southern Bell/AT&T for more than 25 years. Survivors include...
Mrs. Martha Ponder Gantt
May 17, 2019
Martha Ponder Gantt, 78, of Lexington, died Friday, May 17, 2019 in her home surrounded by loved ones. Born November 24, 1940, in Spartanburg, SC, she was the daughter of the late William Fred and Lucetta Roberts Ponder. Mrs. Gantt was a 1957 graduate of Brookland-Cayce High School and a 1960 graduate of Furman University. She later earned her Master...
Mrs. Mable M. Dominick
May 16, 2019
Mrs. Mable Martin Dominick went to be with her heavenly Father on May 16, 2019. She was born in Columbia, SC (Dentsville) in 1920. She was a graduate of Dreher High School and was proud to be a member of the first graduating class. She married William H. Dominick (deceased) and was a homemaker and a long-time employee of Sears,...
Mrs. Shirley Kingsmore
May 16, 2019
Shirley Boughman Kingsmore, 82, of Prosperity, died peacefully Thursday, May 16, 2019 in her home with her loving husband, Fred, by her side. Born April 27, 1937 in Union, SC, she was a daughter of the late Audy Ray and Pearl Thomas Boughman. Shirley spent her early childhood in the Santuc Community of Union County and graduated as valedictorian from...
Mrs. Helen Virginia Wooten
May 15, 2019
Helen Virginia Lawson Wooten, 95, of Columbia passed from this world into the presence of Jesus, her Savior, Wednesday, May 15, 2019. Born April 17, 1924 in Columbia, she was a daughter of the late Carroll M. and Lenora Irene Walker Lawson. Mrs. Wooten graduated from the University of South Carolina with a Bachelor of Arts in Education in 1973....
Margaret Clyde Johnson
May 9, 2019
Margaret C. Priester Johnson, 69, of Columbia, died Thursday, May 9, 2019. Born in Columbia, South Carolina, she was a daughter of the late John C. and Claudia Hipps Priester. Margaret was a preschool teacher in the public school system and a member of Shandon United Methodist Church. She is survived by her son, Stewart Johnson (Kelli) of Tallinn, Estonia;...
