J. Kelcey Dickinson
Owner | S.C. License 3236
Kelcey is a native of Horry County, South Carolina, and moved to Columbia with his family in 2018. He attended Coastal Carolina University in Conway and completed his education at John A. Gupton College in Nashville, Tennessee.
Licensed as a funeral director and embalmer in South Carolina since 2002, Kelcey has been actively involved in the profession throughout his career, including serving as a former executive committee member and group president of the South Carolina Funeral Directors Association. He is a member of the National Funeral Directors Association and a member of the Selected Independent Funeral Home Owners. He is also the Co-Owner of Shives Funeral Home in Columbia, S.C.
Outside of work, Kelcey enjoys spending time with his wife, Carey Clark Dickinson; his son, Andrew Clark Dickinson; and their dogs, Birdie and Ranger. He also enjoys traveling, grilling, and attending sporting events. You may email Kelcey at KDickinson@ShivesFuneralHome.com.
S.C. License 3236
J. Kelcey Dickinson
Owner | S.C. License 3236
Kelcey is a native of Horry County, South Carolina, and moved to Columbia with his family in 2018. He attended Coastal Carolina University in Conway and completed his education at John A. Gupton College in Nashville, Tennessee.
Licensed as a funeral director and embalmer in South Carolina since 2002, Kelcey has been actively involved in the profession throughout his career, including serving as a former executive committee member and group president of the South Carolina Funeral Directors Association. He is a member of the National Funeral Directors Association and a member of the Selected Independent Funeral Home Owners. He is also the Co-Owner of Shives Funeral Home in Columbia, S.C.
Outside of work, Kelcey enjoys spending time with his wife, Carey Clark Dickinson; his son, Andrew Clark Dickinson; and their dogs, Birdie and Ranger. He also enjoys traveling, grilling, and attending sporting events. You may email Kelcey at KDickinson@ShivesFuneralHome.com.
S.C. License 3236
Robert B. (Bobby) Raines
Owner | S.C. License 4433
Robert B. “Bobby” Raines, a native of Blythewood, is the only child of Brian and Donna Boney Raines. Bobby’s roots run deep in Blythewood, where he graduated from Blythewood High School. At a very young age, Bobby became interested in pursuing a career in funeral service and took advantage of job shadowing opportunities with the firm prior to his graduation. He joined Shives Funeral Home in January of 2017 and later completed the Mortuary Science program at Piedmont Technical College in Greenwood, SC. Bobby is a member of the Blythewood Chamber of Commerce, South Carolina Funeral Directors Association, National Funeral Director’s Association and the Selected Independent Funeral Homes. He and his family attend Village Church in Blythewood and enjoy being involved in the community. You may email Bobby at BRaines@ShivesFuneralHome.com.
S.C. License 4433
Robert B. (Bobby) Raines
Owner | S.C. License 4433
Robert B. “Bobby” Raines, a native of Blythewood, is the only child of Brian and Donna Boney Raines. Bobby’s roots run deep in Blythewood, where he graduated from Blythewood High School. At a very young age, Bobby became interested in pursuing a career in funeral service and took advantage of job shadowing opportunities with the firm prior to his graduation. He joined Shives Funeral Home in January of 2017 and later completed the Mortuary Science program at Piedmont Technical College in Greenwood, SC. Bobby is a member of the Blythewood Chamber of Commerce, South Carolina Funeral Directors Association, National Funeral Director’s Association and the Selected Independent Funeral Homes. He and his family attend Village Church in Blythewood and enjoy being involved in the community. You may email Bobby at BRaines@ShivesFuneralHome.com.
S.C. License 4433
Amy J. Henson
Bookkeeper
Amy is a native of Charlotte, NC. Through the process of a job transfer, Amy’s family relocated to Lexington, SC in the summer of 1999. She and her husband raised their three children and now enjoy spending their free time with their grandchildren. Amy and her husband, Jim, are members of Radius Church in Lexington and she likes to travel in her spare time. Her favorite hobby is photography and through her travels has enjoyed many sights through the lens of her camera. Amy also enjoys a love of baking cultivated by cooking when her house was filled with her children and their friends. You may email Amy at AHenson@ShivesFuneralHome.com.
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Amy J. Henson
Bookkeeper
Amy is a native of Charlotte, NC. Through the process of a job transfer, Amy’s family relocated to Lexington, SC in the summer of 1999. She and her husband raised their three children and now enjoy spending their free time with their grandchildren. Amy and her husband, Jim, are members of Radius Church in Lexington and she likes to travel in her spare time. Her favorite hobby is photography and through her travels has enjoyed many sights through the lens of her camera. Amy also enjoys a love of baking cultivated by cooking when her house was filled with her children and their friends. You may email Amy at AHenson@ShivesFuneralHome.com.
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Rev. R. Joseph Copeland
Director of Advanced Planning | S.C. License 3975
Joe is a native of Valdosta, GA where he graduated from Valdosta State University. He received his Masters of Divinity from Columbia International University. In 35 years of ministry, Joe served churches in Valdosta, Bamberg, SC and Columbia. For the last 15 years, he worked in pastoral ministries at North Trenholm Baptist Church, especially enjoying his work with senior adults. Prior to joining North Trenholm, Joe was a supervisor with the Lexington County Department of Social Services, specializing in Adult and Child Protective Services. Joe is married to Martha Tucker Copeland of Columbia and they are members of North Trenholm Baptist, where they continue to teach Sunday School classes. They have five grown children: Sam, his wife, Miller; Paul and his wife, Ainhoa; Anna, her husband, Chris and their son, Bender; Andrew; and Caleb. Joe’s life-long focus on helping families will continue as part of the Shives staff, which he joined in January 2015. You may email Joe at jcopeland@ShivesFuneralHome.com.
S.C. Funeral Director License #3975
Rev. R. Joseph Copeland
Director of Advanced Planning | S.C. License 3975
Joe is a native of Valdosta, GA where he graduated from Valdosta State University. He received his Masters of Divinity from Columbia International University. In 35 years of ministry, Joe served churches in Valdosta, Bamberg, SC and Columbia. For the last 15 years, he worked in pastoral ministries at North Trenholm Baptist Church, especially enjoying his work with senior adults. Prior to joining North Trenholm, Joe was a supervisor with the Lexington County Department of Social Services, specializing in Adult and Child Protective Services. Joe is married to Martha Tucker Copeland of Columbia and they are members of North Trenholm Baptist, where they continue to teach Sunday School classes. They have five grown children: Sam, his wife, Miller; Paul and his wife, Ainhoa; Anna, her husband, Chris and their son, Bender; Andrew; and Caleb. Joe’s life-long focus on helping families will continue as part of the Shives staff, which he joined in January 2015. You may email Joe at jcopeland@ShivesFuneralHome.com.
S.C. Funeral Director License #3975
Andrew D. Copeland
Funeral Director | S.C. License 4039
Andrew, a native of Columbia, is a graduate of the Homeward Bound Education Association, a former student of Christian Studies at North Greenville University, and the funeral service program at Piedmont Technical College. He has served as a pastor’s aid at Temple Baptist Church in Simpsonville, SC and previously provided the Sunday morning service and worship for the Palmettos Assisted Living Facility on Parklane. Andrew has passion for music and dance and devotes his free time to teaching and serving with the Palmetto Swing Dance Association.
S.C. Dual License Number 4039
Andrew D. Copeland
Funeral Director | S.C. License 4039
Andrew, a native of Columbia, is a graduate of the Homeward Bound Education Association, a former student of Christian Studies at North Greenville University, and the funeral service program at Piedmont Technical College. He has served as a pastor’s aid at Temple Baptist Church in Simpsonville, SC and previously provided the Sunday morning service and worship for the Palmettos Assisted Living Facility on Parklane. Andrew has passion for music and dance and devotes his free time to teaching and serving with the Palmetto Swing Dance Association.
S.C. Dual License Number 4039
Catherine R. Mabry
Funeral Director / Community Outreach | S.C. License 4373
Catherine Mabry joined Shives Funeral Home in October of 2017, in the newly developed position of Community Outreach. Catherine is from Charlotte, NC and is married to Hank Mabry. They have two adult children, Cate and Fil.
She graduated from The University of Alabama in 1988 with a BA in Communications. Having been in Columbia for 25 years, she has enjoyed several retail positions in Columbia since her Physician Services days at Palmetto Baptist where she spent several years prior to raising her family.
The Mabry’s attend Eastminster Presbyterian Church, where Catherine serves as Elder, and previously as Deacon, and enjoy an active membership there among many friends. Free time includes visits to Clemson in the fall and time outdoors with their black lab, Retta.
You may email Catherine at CMabry@ShivesFuneralHome.com.
S.C. License 4373
Catherine R. Mabry
Funeral Director / Community Outreach | S.C. License 4373
Catherine Mabry joined Shives Funeral Home in October of 2017, in the newly developed position of Community Outreach. Catherine is from Charlotte, NC and is married to Hank Mabry. They have two adult children, Cate and Fil.
She graduated from The University of Alabama in 1988 with a BA in Communications. Having been in Columbia for 25 years, she has enjoyed several retail positions in Columbia since her Physician Services days at Palmetto Baptist where she spent several years prior to raising her family.
The Mabry’s attend Eastminster Presbyterian Church, where Catherine serves as Elder, and previously as Deacon, and enjoy an active membership there among many friends. Free time includes visits to Clemson in the fall and time outdoors with their black lab, Retta.
You may email Catherine at CMabry@ShivesFuneralHome.com.
S.C. License 4373
Grace Phillips
Funeral Director | S.C. License 4804
Grace Phillips
Funeral Director | S.C. License 4804
Danny Wilson
Reverand/ Apprentice Funeral Director
Danny was born and raised in Charlotte, NC. He has served at Shives Funeral
Home since December of 2023 and is presently a Funeral Director Apprentice,
with special focus on funeral service pre-planning. Prior to joining the Shives team,
Danny served ten years as the campus pastor at Cedar Creek Church in Aiken, SC
and over twenty years in student ministry, primarily at North Trenholm Baptist
Church in Columbia, SC. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Wingate
University and a Master of Divinity degree from New Orleans Baptist Theological
Seminary. Danny is married to Kellie and has one daughter, Brooke.
You may email Danny at dwilson@shivesfuneralhome.com
Danny Wilson
Reverand/ Apprentice Funeral Director
Danny was born and raised in Charlotte, NC. He has served at Shives Funeral
Home since December of 2023 and is presently a Funeral Director Apprentice,
with special focus on funeral service pre-planning. Prior to joining the Shives team,
Danny served ten years as the campus pastor at Cedar Creek Church in Aiken, SC
and over twenty years in student ministry, primarily at North Trenholm Baptist
Church in Columbia, SC. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Wingate
University and a Master of Divinity degree from New Orleans Baptist Theological
Seminary. Danny is married to Kellie and has one daughter, Brooke.
You may email Danny at dwilson@shivesfuneralhome.com
Kimberly K. Rodriguez
Administrator for Records and Insurance
Kimberly K. Street Rodriguez, a native of Grundy Virginia, is the daughter of Dorothy Boardwine Pietras and the late Cecil M. Street. Kimberly is a 1979 Graduate of Grundy Senior High School in Virginia. She was raised in a military family and lived in Virginia, Alaska and North Carolina. When her father started the Drill Sargent School at Fort Jackson Army Base, Kimberly made South Carolina the home where she would raise her son. Kimberly, a member of the midlands chapter of Blue Star Mothers, enjoys the outdoors, helping others, and being with her son, TSgt. Zachery A. Rodriguez, USAF, grandson, Ethan and sister, Michelle Lamm. Kimberly joined the Shives Funeral Home family in October of 2018 bringing over 20 years of office, insurance and Funeral Home knowledge. You may email Kimberly at KRodriguez@ShivesFuneralHome.com.
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Kimberly K. Rodriguez
Administrator for Records and Insurance
Kimberly K. Street Rodriguez, a native of Grundy Virginia, is the daughter of Dorothy Boardwine Pietras and the late Cecil M. Street. Kimberly is a 1979 Graduate of Grundy Senior High School in Virginia. She was raised in a military family and lived in Virginia, Alaska and North Carolina. When her father started the Drill Sargent School at Fort Jackson Army Base, Kimberly made South Carolina the home where she would raise her son. Kimberly, a member of the midlands chapter of Blue Star Mothers, enjoys the outdoors, helping others, and being with her son, TSgt. Zachery A. Rodriguez, USAF, grandson, Ethan and sister, Michelle Lamm. Kimberly joined the Shives Funeral Home family in October of 2018 bringing over 20 years of office, insurance and Funeral Home knowledge. You may email Kimberly at KRodriguez@ShivesFuneralHome.com.
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Beth K. Cheslak
Office and Funeral Assistant
Beth, a Columbia native, graduated from Cardinal Newman High School and the University of South Carolina. She worked for AT&T as an Office Assistant until her retirement in 2012. She and husband Mark have two daughters; Amber, her husband, Duncan; Melanie, her husband, Andy; and two grandchildren, Quinn and Eloise. Beth is a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church. Her hobbies include reading, gardening, traveling and spending time with friends and family. You may email Beth at BCheslak@ShivesFuneralHome.com.
Unlicensed
Beth K. Cheslak
Office and Funeral Assistant
Beth, a Columbia native, graduated from Cardinal Newman High School and the University of South Carolina. She worked for AT&T as an Office Assistant until her retirement in 2012. She and husband Mark have two daughters; Amber, her husband, Duncan; Melanie, her husband, Andy; and two grandchildren, Quinn and Eloise. Beth is a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church. Her hobbies include reading, gardening, traveling and spending time with friends and family. You may email Beth at BCheslak@ShivesFuneralHome.com.
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Barb Galbreath
Office and Funeral Assistant
Barb is from Barberton, Ohio. She graduated from the University of Akron in Akron, Ohio with a degree in Sales and Merchandising.
Barb lived in Aiken for 38 years before relocating to Elgin. She started her career at Woodside Plantation Country Club where she worked for nearly 30 years as the Director of Club Accounting. After retiring she went on to work at Cedar Creek Church as an Administrative Assistant. Barb is married to Les and has two daughters, Allyson (Robert), Andrea (Tim) and one granddaughter, Sutton.
Barb attends Village Church in Blythewood. Her hobbies include crafting, reading, traveling and most importantly spending time with her family.
Barb Galbreath
Office and Funeral Assistant
Barb is from Barberton, Ohio. She graduated from the University of Akron in Akron, Ohio with a degree in Sales and Merchandising.
Barb lived in Aiken for 38 years before relocating to Elgin. She started her career at Woodside Plantation Country Club where she worked for nearly 30 years as the Director of Club Accounting. After retiring she went on to work at Cedar Creek Church as an Administrative Assistant. Barb is married to Les and has two daughters, Allyson (Robert), Andrea (Tim) and one granddaughter, Sutton.
Barb attends Village Church in Blythewood. Her hobbies include crafting, reading, traveling and most importantly spending time with her family.
Donna Raines
Office Management/ Apprentice Funeral Director
Donna Raines
Office Management/ Apprentice Funeral Director
Carey Dickinson
Human Resources
Carey was born in Atlanta, Georgia, but grew up in Florence, S.C. She recevied her Bachelors degree from
Francis Marion University in Florence, S.C. Later she went back to school where she pursued a Juris
Doctorate, earning her degree in 2006. After spending nearly 9 years in pharmacueticals, she changed
courses and found a new calling in health care where she later gained her Bachelors of Science and
became a Registered Nurse. This is where she finds her greatest fulfillment.
While she is not working on her Masters of Nursing, she is supporting her husband Kelcey here at Shives
with operations and Human Resources. When there is free time, she loves to spend time with their son
Andrew at his soccer games, gardening, traveling and spending time with their dogs, Birdie and Ranger at
their home in Elgin.
Carey Dickinson
Human Resources
Carey was born in Atlanta, Georgia, but grew up in Florence, S.C. She recevied her Bachelors degree from
Francis Marion University in Florence, S.C. Later she went back to school where she pursued a Juris
Doctorate, earning her degree in 2006. After spending nearly 9 years in pharmacueticals, she changed
courses and found a new calling in health care where she later gained her Bachelors of Science and
became a Registered Nurse. This is where she finds her greatest fulfillment.
While she is not working on her Masters of Nursing, she is supporting her husband Kelcey here at Shives
with operations and Human Resources. When there is free time, she loves to spend time with their son
Andrew at his soccer games, gardening, traveling and spending time with their dogs, Birdie and Ranger at
their home in Elgin.
Alan Hay
Funeral Assistant
Alan grew up in South Bend Indiana where he worked at his family's funeral home. In 1988 he moved to Columbia to be closer to his girlfriend, Stefanie, who now has been his wife of 36 years. They have two children, Forest and Alaina. His whole career he has been a pharmaceutical representative, but Alan loves going back to his roots and being of service to families in their time of need. Alan and Stefanie are members of Village Church in Blythewood. In his free time Alan enjoys working out and reading and anything relating to motorsports.
Alan Hay
Funeral Assistant
Alan grew up in South Bend Indiana where he worked at his family's funeral home. In 1988 he moved to Columbia to be closer to his girlfriend, Stefanie, who now has been his wife of 36 years. They have two children, Forest and Alaina. His whole career he has been a pharmaceutical representative, but Alan loves going back to his roots and being of service to families in their time of need. Alan and Stefanie are members of Village Church in Blythewood. In his free time Alan enjoys working out and reading and anything relating to motorsports.
Brian Raines
Funeral Assistant
Brian Raines, a native of Blythewoood, is a graduate of Spring Valley High School. Following high school graduation, Brian enjoyed a long career with the Columbia Fire Department. Brian’s career began as a firefighter prior to his retirement in 2011 as a Battalion Chief. Brian is married to Donna Boney Raines and still resides in Blythewood less than one mile from the home he was raised in. In his free time, he enjoys cooking, hunting, and Clemson Tiger football. Brian and Donna are members of Village Church in Blythewood where they are involved with small groups. You may email Brian at BKRaines@ShivesFuneralHome.com. Unlicensed
Brian Raines
Funeral Assistant
Brian Raines, a native of Blythewoood, is a graduate of Spring Valley High School. Following high school graduation, Brian enjoyed a long career with the Columbia Fire Department. Brian’s career began as a firefighter prior to his retirement in 2011 as a Battalion Chief. Brian is married to Donna Boney Raines and still resides in Blythewood less than one mile from the home he was raised in. In his free time, he enjoys cooking, hunting, and Clemson Tiger football. Brian and Donna are members of Village Church in Blythewood where they are involved with small groups. You may email Brian at BKRaines@ShivesFuneralHome.com. Unlicensed
Bryant McGowan
Funeral Assistant
Bryant McGowan
Funeral Assistant
Caroline Hudson
Funeral Assistant
Caroline is a Roanoke, VA native who came to Columbia, SC as a student at the University of South Carolina. Caroline is now retired from the insurance industry, is a member of Trinity United Methodist Church in Blythewood and serves as a volunteer in hospice, active senior adult programs, Bible studies, Sunday School and church choir. Caroline is a proud mother of 2 sons and three grandsons. She enjoys sharing her time with family and friends while doing most outdoor activities. Unlicensed
Caroline Hudson
Funeral Assistant
Caroline is a Roanoke, VA native who came to Columbia, SC as a student at the University of South Carolina. Caroline is now retired from the insurance industry, is a member of Trinity United Methodist Church in Blythewood and serves as a volunteer in hospice, active senior adult programs, Bible studies, Sunday School and church choir. Caroline is a proud mother of 2 sons and three grandsons. She enjoys sharing her time with family and friends while doing most outdoor activities. Unlicensed
Donald (Don) Brown
Funeral Assistant
Don Brown is a native of Worth, West Virginia. Prior to moving to South Carolina he proudly served in the U. S. Navy. Upon Don and his wife, Sandra moving to South Carolina he spent his career with over 30 years with State Farm Insurance Company. Don and his family were members of Jackson Creek Baptist Church for 40 years serving in various ministries prior to becoming members at North Trenholm Baptist Church. He has served as a Deacon, teacher of an adult Sunday School class, worked with the Awana’s and assisted with delivering meals to the shut-in members on Wednesday nights. Don is always willing to help other people either within the church or his community. In his leisure time, he enjoys hunting and fishing. Don counts it a real joy and opportunity to be able to minister to people through his involvement at Shives Funeral Home. Unlicensed
Donald (Don) Brown
Funeral Assistant
Don Brown is a native of Worth, West Virginia. Prior to moving to South Carolina he proudly served in the U. S. Navy. Upon Don and his wife, Sandra moving to South Carolina he spent his career with over 30 years with State Farm Insurance Company. Don and his family were members of Jackson Creek Baptist Church for 40 years serving in various ministries prior to becoming members at North Trenholm Baptist Church. He has served as a Deacon, teacher of an adult Sunday School class, worked with the Awana’s and assisted with delivering meals to the shut-in members on Wednesday nights. Don is always willing to help other people either within the church or his community. In his leisure time, he enjoys hunting and fishing. Don counts it a real joy and opportunity to be able to minister to people through his involvement at Shives Funeral Home. Unlicensed
Horace Canady
Funeral Assistant
Horace, a native of Charleston is a graduate of Rivers High School and The Citadel. As a student he was a varsity athlete in several sports and was named Athlete of the Year his senior year in college. He is retired from a forty year career in medical equipment sales. He is a longtime member of Northeast Presbyterian Church where he has served in various
volunteer capacities. In his free time he enjoys fitness training and has coached several youth sports teams. He and wife Macy have resided in the Spring Valley community for over forty years.
Horace Canady
Funeral Assistant
Horace, a native of Charleston is a graduate of Rivers High School and The Citadel. As a student he was a varsity athlete in several sports and was named Athlete of the Year his senior year in college. He is retired from a forty year career in medical equipment sales. He is a longtime member of Northeast Presbyterian Church where he has served in various
volunteer capacities. In his free time he enjoys fitness training and has coached several youth sports teams. He and wife Macy have resided in the Spring Valley community for over forty years.
JoAnn Dowey Richardson Null
Funeral Assistant
JoAnn, a Columbia native, graduated from Dentsville High School and went on to attend Columbia Commercial College. For 27 years, she owned and operated Ashley Rose, Inc. She joined Shives Funeral Home in 2012. JoAnn is a member of Killian Baptist Church. Following the death of her first husband, Roger Richardson, JoAnn married Herbert Null. She has one son. When not working, she enjoys shopping and decorating. Unlicensed
JoAnn Dowey Richardson Null
Funeral Assistant
JoAnn, a Columbia native, graduated from Dentsville High School and went on to attend Columbia Commercial College. For 27 years, she owned and operated Ashley Rose, Inc. She joined Shives Funeral Home in 2012. JoAnn is a member of Killian Baptist Church. Following the death of her first husband, Roger Richardson, JoAnn married Herbert Null. She has one son. When not working, she enjoys shopping and decorating. Unlicensed
Kenny Mattox
Funeral Assistant
Kenny Mattox
Funeral Assistant
Neil Moseley
Funeral Assistant
Neil was born in Richmond, VA. He lived in Charlotte, NC until he moved to San Diego, VA where he received his Bachelors degree in business from National University. Retired from Jim Hudson Cadillac as a Service Advisor. He enjoys spending time with his wife, Jodi, and their two fur babies, Puddin and Snickers.
Neil Moseley
Funeral Assistant
Neil was born in Richmond, VA. He lived in Charlotte, NC until he moved to San Diego, VA where he received his Bachelors degree in business from National University. Retired from Jim Hudson Cadillac as a Service Advisor. He enjoys spending time with his wife, Jodi, and their two fur babies, Puddin and Snickers.
Paul Shealy
Funeral Assistant
Born at Eglin AFB in Florida, Paul moved from one military base to another until his father retired from the US Air Force. After graduating from Charles B. Aycock High School in Pikeville, NC, he wound up in Columbia, where he attended Midlands Tech and started his banking career. Paul spent almost 30 years in banking, serving the Charlotte area. Upon retirement, he moved back to Columbia with his wife, Cheryl. In his free time, he enjoys riding his bike and doing yard work. Unlicensed
Paul Shealy
Funeral Assistant
Born at Eglin AFB in Florida, Paul moved from one military base to another until his father retired from the US Air Force. After graduating from Charles B. Aycock High School in Pikeville, NC, he wound up in Columbia, where he attended Midlands Tech and started his banking career. Paul spent almost 30 years in banking, serving the Charlotte area. Upon retirement, he moved back to Columbia with his wife, Cheryl. In his free time, he enjoys riding his bike and doing yard work. Unlicensed
Ree Hart
Funeral Assistant
Ree, a native of Columbia, is a 1973 graduate of Hammond School in Columbia and is married to Bettie Whitmire Hart. Ree continued his education at the University of South Carolina where he earned a Business Degree in Management and Finance. His career was spent with Columbia Outdoor Advertising, South Carolina Federal Savings and Loan, Colonial Life and Accident Insurance Company, and Continental American Insurance Company before his retirement from AFLAC Insurance Company. Ree is a past president of the Downtown Columbia Sertoma Club, the Palmetto Baseball League and an active member of First Presbyterian Church of Columbia. At First Presbyterian Church, Ree has served as a Deacon, Elder, Sunday School counter, girls and boys basketball coach, and chairman of various committees. He has enjoyed 40 years of marriage to his wife, Bettie, and has two sons, Bo and Cam; and two daughters-in-law, Katie and Tilden. In his free time, Ree enjoys reading, working in his yard, sports, exercising, spending time with his family and friends, as well as playing basketball and golf. Unlicensed
Ree Hart
Funeral Assistant
Ree, a native of Columbia, is a 1973 graduate of Hammond School in Columbia and is married to Bettie Whitmire Hart. Ree continued his education at the University of South Carolina where he earned a Business Degree in Management and Finance. His career was spent with Columbia Outdoor Advertising, South Carolina Federal Savings and Loan, Colonial Life and Accident Insurance Company, and Continental American Insurance Company before his retirement from AFLAC Insurance Company. Ree is a past president of the Downtown Columbia Sertoma Club, the Palmetto Baseball League and an active member of First Presbyterian Church of Columbia. At First Presbyterian Church, Ree has served as a Deacon, Elder, Sunday School counter, girls and boys basketball coach, and chairman of various committees. He has enjoyed 40 years of marriage to his wife, Bettie, and has two sons, Bo and Cam; and two daughters-in-law, Katie and Tilden. In his free time, Ree enjoys reading, working in his yard, sports, exercising, spending time with his family and friends, as well as playing basketball and golf. Unlicensed
Sara Jacobs Peake
Funeral Assistant
Sara Jacobs Peake is a graduate of Dentsville High School and retired from Blue Cross Blue Shield. She also worked at Siebels Bruce for 14 years and is currently employed part time with Shives Funeral Home and Living Springs Lutheran Church Daycare. She is an involved member of Harmony Baptist Church. Sara has two sons, one daughter and two grandsons. In her free time, she enjoys working in her yard and watching sports. Unlicensed
Sara Jacobs Peake
Funeral Assistant
Sara Jacobs Peake is a graduate of Dentsville High School and retired from Blue Cross Blue Shield. She also worked at Siebels Bruce for 14 years and is currently employed part time with Shives Funeral Home and Living Springs Lutheran Church Daycare. She is an involved member of Harmony Baptist Church. Sara has two sons, one daughter and two grandsons. In her free time, she enjoys working in her yard and watching sports. Unlicensed
Steve Johnson
Funeral Assistant
Steve Johnson
Funeral Assistant
Teresa Dry
Funeral Assistant
Teresa Dry
Funeral Assistant
Susan Sturkie
Susan Sturkie has been playing the organ and piano at Shives Funeral Home since July 1985. Born in Mooresville, NC, Susan graduated from St. Andrews Presbyterian College in Laurinburg, NC, with a B.M. in Music Education studying both organ and voice. After graduating, she taught elementary school music at Ft. Bragg and Ft. Jackson Dependents Schools. She has been the Organist at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Columbia since October 1988. She is an active member of the American Guild of Organists and the Association of Lutheran Church Musicians. She was the Treasurer of the recently disbanded Association of Lutheran Musicians of SC (ALM of SC) for over thirty years. For over forty years Susan has served on the board of the Greater Columbia Chapter of the American Guild of Organists in various positions, including Treasurer, Membership Chair and Registrar. She has also been a co-chair of ALM of SC and ALCM workshops in the Columbia area for many years. Susan and her husband Dick are the parents of one son, Trey.
Susan Sturkie
Susan Sturkie has been playing the organ and piano at Shives Funeral Home since July 1985. Born in Mooresville, NC, Susan graduated from St. Andrews Presbyterian College in Laurinburg, NC, with a B.M. in Music Education studying both organ and voice. After graduating, she taught elementary school music at Ft. Bragg and Ft. Jackson Dependents Schools. She has been the Organist at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Columbia since October 1988. She is an active member of the American Guild of Organists and the Association of Lutheran Church Musicians. She was the Treasurer of the recently disbanded Association of Lutheran Musicians of SC (ALM of SC) for over thirty years. For over forty years Susan has served on the board of the Greater Columbia Chapter of the American Guild of Organists in various positions, including Treasurer, Membership Chair and Registrar. She has also been a co-chair of ALM of SC and ALCM workshops in the Columbia area for many years. Susan and her husband Dick are the parents of one son, Trey.
