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Kenneth Queen

Kenneth Queen

Sep 22, 2013

Kenneth Irvin Queen, 77, of Columbia, died Sunday, September 22, 2013. Born February 5, 1936, in Charlotte, NC, he was a son of the late J.D. and Avie Brooks Queen. Kenneth was a banker in the Columbia area for over 32 years, a member of the Dentsville Masonic Lodge #398, as well as a member of North Trenholm Baptist Church....

Mrs. Charlotte Martin

Mrs. Charlotte Martin

Sep 22, 2013

Charlotte Martin entered into eternal rest on Sept. 22, 2013. The family and friends are invited to attend her inurnment at Old Harleyville Cemetery at 12 o'clock, Sunday, September 29. She is survived by 2 sons, James Swindler of Pelion, SC and Malek Neman of Minneapolis, MN; six grandchildren; one brother; one sister and her mother.

Ms. Dorothy Elizabeth Hood Kearse

Ms. Dorothy Elizabeth Hood Kearse

Sep 21, 2013

A private service for Mrs. Dorothy Hood Kearse was held Tuesday, September 24, 2013. Born in Richland County, SC, she was a daughter of the late Ollie N. and Cora Mae Newman Hood. She was a longtime member of First Baptist Church of Columbia. Survivors include her children, Wyman and Valerie; grandson, Stephen Sturkie; and two great grandchildren. Memorials may...

Mrs. Elizabeth Jane Wise Brazell Lindley

Mrs. Elizabeth Jane Wise Brazell Lindley

Sep 20, 2013

Elizabeth Jane Wise Brazell Lindley, 81, of Columbia, died Friday, September 20, 2013. Born June 23, 1932 in Elgin, SC, she was the daughter of the late John Wesley and Daisy Marie Starling Wise. Elizabeth was a person of great faith and had a tremendous impact upon the lives of those she knew and loved. Survivors include her step-daughter, Carol...

Jonathan Joseph Mcnaughton

Jonathan Joseph Mcnaughton

Sep 18, 2013

Our hearts are heavy and our world infinitely sadder with the passing of our husband, son, brother, cousin and friend, Jonathan Joseph McNaughton, who died tragically in a motorcycle accident on Wednesday, September 18, 2013. The son of James Robert McNaughton and Suzanne Louise McNaughton, Jon was known for his beautiful smile, his playfulness and his boundless love for family,...

Mr. Freeman Marion Sharpe Jr.

Mr. Freeman Marion Sharpe Jr.

Sep 18, 2013

Freeman Marion Sharpe, Jr., 83, passed away peacefully at his home in Blythewood, Wednesday, September 18, 2013. Born July 2, 1930, in Columbia, he was a son of the late Freeman M. and Thelma McGrady Sharpe. Freeman was married to Polly Graham Sharpe for 61 years. He was a member of the Blythewood Masonic Lodge #395. Survivors include his wife,...

Maria Margarete Barnes

Maria Margarete Barnes

Sep 16, 2013

Maria Margarete Schmöll Barnes, 83, of Columbia, went home to be with the Lord Monday, September 16, 2013. Born in Münich, Germany, February 19, 1930, she was a daughter of the late Karl and Katie Seiwald Schmöll. A registered nurse and former employee of Honeywell, Inc., Maria was a member of the Fruit of the Spirit Christian Fellowship. She loved...

Mrs Ruby Rexroad

Mrs Ruby Rexroad

Sep 15, 2013

Ruby Gibson Rexroad, 86, of Columbia, died Sunday, September 15, 2013. Born in Lone, Kentucky, she was a daughter of the late Samuel and Bessie Osborne Gibson. Ruby worked as a dental assistant for Dr. George Lippard, Jr. She was a member of St. John Neumann Catholic Church, and the church's ladies group. Survivors include sons, Ron (Pattie) Rexroad of...

Mr. Robert Butch Nates

Mr. Robert Butch Nates

Sep 15, 2013

Robert "Butch" Nates, 66, of Elgin, died Sunday, September 15, 2013. Born March 15, 1947 in Columbia, Butch worked in residential construction as a carpenter and pipefitter. He currently attended Spears Creek Baptist Church. Survivors include his mother, Leila LeGrand Nates of Elgin; sisters, Peggy Ford Herlong of Gaston and Minnie (Dean) Williams of Elgin; as well as several nieces...

Geraldine Watts Mathis

Geraldine Watts Mathis

Sep 15, 2013

Geraldine Watts Mathis, 77, of Gaston, died Sunday, September 15, 2013. Born in York, SC, on April 20, 1936, she was a daughter of the late Hayward Thomas Watts and Alma Johnson Watts. An active member of Elmwood Avenue Church of God, Gerry was also a member of the Senior Group with which she loved traveling and going on cruises....

Ms. Ellen D. Richardson

Ms. Ellen D. Richardson

Sep 14, 2013

Ms. Ellen D. Richardson, 84, of Columbia, passed away peacefully at home, Saturday, September 14, 2013. Born in North, SC on June 23, 1929, she was a daughter of the late Charlie Davis and Texas Williamson Davis. Ms. Richardson had spent 40 years as a process server and was a very active member of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church. She was...

Mrs. Ruth E. Barton

Mrs. Ruth E. Barton

Sep 12, 2013

Ruth E. Barton, 84, of Blythewood, passed away peacefully Thursday, September 12, 2013. Born in Elloree, SC on February 5, 1929, she was a daughter of the late Samuel F. and Viola Champy Bookhart and was a member of Grace Cathedral Church. Survivors include her daughters, Thelma A. Beckham of Blythewood, Peggy A. Love of Lutz, FL, Linda Lou Antley...

Mr. John Allen Dehart

Mr. John Allen Dehart

Sep 11, 2013

John Allen Dehart, 85, of Columbia, South Carolina passed away on September 11, 2013. He was the son of Daniel Jacob Dehart and Eloise Werts Dehart. He was born in Newberry County on July 17, 1928. Johnny was predeceased by 5 brothers and 1 sister. He leaves behind two sisters, Sara Dehart White (Mrs. Cecil J. White) and Mary Jane...

Miss Diane Morales

Miss Diane Morales

Sep 8, 2013

Diane Marie Morales, 49, of Columbia, died Sunday, September 8, 2013. Born in Columbia, SC on December 29, 1963, she was a daughter of the late Genoveva Rivera Morales and Hector J. Morales, Sr. Diane was a member of St. John Neumann Catholic Church. Survivors include her father of Columbia; sisters, Elena Morales of Columbia and Mayra (Dennis) Casnettie of...

Mr. Marke Thompson Manley Sr

Mr. Marke Thompson Manley Sr

Sep 8, 2013

Mr. Marke Thompson, Sr., 43, of Columbia, died Sunday, September 8, 2013. Born June 11, 1970, in Columbia, SC, he was a son Sandy Bowlin and the late Tommy Manley. A member of Covenant Community Fellowship, Marke enjoyed hunting, fishing, and cars. Survivors include his son, Marke T. Manley, Jr.; daughter, Samantha Haught (Chris); granddaughter, Annabelle Lynn Haught; his mother;...

Mrs. Nina Calvitt Beckham Sharpe

Mrs. Nina Calvitt Beckham Sharpe

Sep 8, 2013

Mrs. Nina Calvitt Beckham Sharpe, 88, of Columbia, passed peacefully from her earthly residence to her eternal home on Sunday, September 08, 2013. Born July 20, 1925, in Norway, SC, she was a daughter of the late Percy Calvitt and Polly Onley Calvitt. A graduate of Willow High School Class of 1944, Mrs. Sharpe worked as a switchboard operator for...

Mrs. Doris J. Sarason

Mrs. Doris J. Sarason

Sep 8, 2013

Doris J. Sarason, 87, of Columbia, passed away September 8, 2013. Born in Richland County on Nov. 22, 1925, she was a daughter of the late Thurman W. and Viola B. Kechler. Surviving are her good friend, Grover Outlaw of Columbia; sister, Louise Kerns of Little River, SC; and daughters, Gloria Sarason and Arlene Martinez, both of Mexico. A graveside...

Ms. Barbara Mcbride

Ms. Barbara Mcbride

Sep 8, 2013

Barbara Alice DeVillier McBride passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 8, 2013, to reunite with her son, Andy, her daughter, Brenda; and numerous other family, friends and acquaintances. After spending most of her life in Texas, she resided at Finlay House for the last 11 years, leaving behind many friends who she entertained with piano music played by ear. She...

Mrs. Dorothy D. Barker

Mrs. Dorothy D. Barker

Sep 6, 2013

Dorothy D. Barker, 91, of Peak, SC died Friday, September 6, 2013. Born July 20, 1922, in Peak, SC, she was a daughter of the late Archie Dailey and Murl Stoudemire Dailey. Mrs. Barker loved working with flowers and gardening, as well as listening to Gospel music. Survivors include her niece Sandra (Carroll) Stoudemire of Blythewood. Mrs. Barker was preceded...

Mr. Thomas L. Howell

Mr. Thomas L. Howell

Sep 4, 2013

Thomas Lionel Howell, Sr., 65, of Prosperity, died Wednesday, September 4, 2013. Born in Columbia, July 29, 1948, he was the son of the late Samuel "Curley" and Hazel Banks Howell. Tommy was a member of the Shandon Masonic Lodge #370 and the Jamil Temple. He had worked with Carolina Fire & Safety. Survivors include his wife, Desiree Rimer; sons,...

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