Anderson, SC
The State
Dr. Lawrence Beaufort Graham died Sunday at his home in Anderson, SC, after a lengthy battle with cancer. Dr. Graham was born October 12, 1932, in Lee County, SC, the son of the late Lawrence B. and Vermell Graham. Funeral services will be at 3:00 p.m. Tuesday at Salem Baptist Church, 1325 Salem Church Road, Anderson, SC, and entombment in Oaklawn Memorial Gardens Mausoleum with military funeral honors where the United States Army will pay final tribute on behalf of a grateful nation.
Dr. Graham attended Catawba College, was a graduate of Furman University and Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, and was awarded an honorary Doctor of Divinity by Bethel Baptist Church. He joined the United States Army in 1959, where he served God and our military in the Chaplain Corps, attaining the rank of lieutenant colonel. He was a Vietnam War veteran and during his military career was awarded the Army Commendation Medal; National Defense Service Medal; Vietnam Campaign Medal; Vietnam Service Medal (4 Campaigns); Meritorious Unit Citation; Vietnam Cross of Gallantry with Palm; Meritorious Service Medal; Armed Forces Reserve Medal; and The Legion of Merit, a decoration awarded for exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services and achievements and the sixth in the order of precedence of U.S. military decorations. Dr. Graham was as active during retirement as in his military career, serving as interim pastor of Hermitage Baptist Church and as pastor of Southside Baptist Church, both of Camden, SC, working for Anderson School District 5, serving as Associate Pastor and Music Director for Salem Baptist Church and Music Director for Bethel Baptist Church, both of Anderson, SC. He served as supply pastor for churches in North Carolina, South Carolina and Georgia. Finally, and until his death, he served as Chief Bailiff at the Anderson County Courthouse. He was a 32nd degree Mason.
Dr. Graham is survived by his wife, Caroline Brown Graham, by his children and stepchildren, Deborah Graham Napper, David Lawrence Graham, Stephen Beaufort Graham, Jimmie Greg Cash, Ann Cash Cartee, and his granddaughter raised in his home, Jessica Cash Vickery, 13 more grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made by check or money order, payable to the Mesothelioma Applied Research Foundation and mailed to Mesothelioma Applied Research Foundation, PO Box 91840, Santa Barbara, CA 93190-1840. More information about the foundation may be found at their website at www.curemeso.org.
“I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day-and not only to me, but also to all who have longed for his appearing.” 2 Tim. 4:7-8.
A message of condolence may be expressed by visiting McDougald Funeral Home on the web.
The McDougald Funeral Home is in charge of the funeral arrangements.
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Patricia Ann Watson Ingle - July 20, 2009
| BISHOPVILLE — A memorial service for Patricia Ann Watson Ingle, widow of Kenneth Parnell Ingle will be 2:00 PM, Thursday July 22, 2009, in Cain Funeral Home Chapel Florence, conducted by the Rev. Bobby Steen. The family will receive friends at the funeral home immediately following the service. Memorials may be made to National Autism Society. Mrs. Ingle, 68, died Monday July 20, 2009, at her residence. She was born March 8, 1941 in Bishopville, SC to the late Henry McDonald and Gladys Williams Watson. She was also predeceased by four sisters. . Mrs. Ingle was a loving mother and wife who dedicated her life to her children and grandchildren. Surviving are: daughters, Jane (Bill) Schuster of Florence, Jennifer(Michael) Gabey of Rome, GA and Kallie Kirk of New Market, AL; eight grandchildren, brothers, Larry Watson and Doug Watson of Bishopville, Johnny Watson of Cedar Creek and Mike Watson of Scranton; and life long friend and companion, Robert Bobby Lancaster of Bishopville. An online guest register is on the obituaries page at www.cainfuneralhome.com. |
Wednesday, July 15, 2009
Margaret Flowers Stokes - July 14, 2009
Bishopvile, S.C.
Graveside services for Margaret Flowers Stokes, age 91, who died July 14 will be held Friday at 2:00 pm from the Presbyterian Church Cemetery directed by Norton Funeral Home.
Visitation will be Thursday 6-8 at the Funeral Home.
Mrs. Stokes was born in Bishopville a daughter of the late Walter P. & Carolyn Blake Flowers. She was a member of the Bishopville Presbyterian Church.
Surviving are Nieces & Nephews: Bobby (Robert), Woodrow, Faye & Brenda Flowers, Debra Yesner, Trisha Johnson, Peggy Hart, Bill, Keith & Sandy Rhodes. She was preceded in death by her husband J.W. Stokes; Brothers: Bob & Beattie Flowers; Sister: Carolyn F. Rhodes.
Sunday, July 12, 2009
Olive A Crews - July 10, 2009
BISHOPVILLE, SC
Olive A. Crews, 78, widow of Jimmy Crews, died Friday, July 10, 2009 at a local nursing facility.
Born in Darlington County, she was a daughter of the late Joseph David Kelley and the late Kate Posey Kelley. Mrs. Crews was the owner of Star Haven Stables.
Survivors include one daughter, Julia C. Hucks and her companion, David Mathis of Bishopville; one grandson, Stacy M. Hucks and his Fiance, Brandi Kirby of Elgin; one great-grandson, Landon Cole Hucks; and one sister, JoAnn Kelley Lee and her husband, Lyndal of Hartsville.
She was preceded in death by a daughter, Rita Terry King; and three brothers, Posey David Kelley, Thomas E. Kelley, and Rev. Ted Fulton Kelley.
A memorial service will be held at 4 p.m. Wednesday at the Hancock-Elmore-Hill Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Luke B. King officiating.
The family will receive friends following the service at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be made to a charity of one’s choice.
Hancock-Elmore-Hill Funeral Home of Bishopville is in charge of the arrangements.
Born in Darlington County, she was a daughter of the late Joseph David Kelley and the late Kate Posey Kelley. Mrs. Crews was the owner of Star Haven Stables.
Survivors include one daughter, Julia C. Hucks and her companion, David Mathis of Bishopville; one grandson, Stacy M. Hucks and his Fiance, Brandi Kirby of Elgin; one great-grandson, Landon Cole Hucks; and one sister, JoAnn Kelley Lee and her husband, Lyndal of Hartsville.
She was preceded in death by a daughter, Rita Terry King; and three brothers, Posey David Kelley, Thomas E. Kelley, and Rev. Ted Fulton Kelley.
A memorial service will be held at 4 p.m. Wednesday at the Hancock-Elmore-Hill Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Luke B. King officiating.
The family will receive friends following the service at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be made to a charity of one’s choice.
Hancock-Elmore-Hill Funeral Home of Bishopville is in charge of the arrangements.
Tuesday, June 30, 2009
Benjamin John "Benny" Makela - June 21, 2009
Bishopville, SC
Benjamin John "Benny" Makela, 69, husband of Alice Nason Makela, died Sunday, June 21, 2009 at Carolina Pines Hospital in Hartsville, SC
Born in Bishopville, SC, he was a son of the late Reino John Makela and the late Edna Hill Makela. Mr Makela was a United States Army Veteran. He was a member of the VFW and was a registered Land Surveyor for Allen-Makela Land. He earned his Bachelors Degree in Forestry from Clemson University.
Survivors include his wife; a son, Matt Makela (Jessie); a daughter, Megan Makela; a grandson, Gavin Makela; a step-grandson, Daniel Atkinson; his mother-in-law, Rosa Lee Nason; two sisters-in-law, Julia Bell and Ann Wagner; a brother-in-law, Mike Livesay; and cousins, Ruth and Ronald Hill of Michigan.
He was preceded in death by a sister; Nancy Makela Livesay.
A memorial service will be held at 6 p.m. Tuesday in the Hancock-Elmore-Hill Funeral Home chapel with the Rev. Cecil Stevens officiating.
The family will receive friends anytime at 115 South Calhoun Street, Bishopville.
Honorary pallbearers will be Lemuel Bounds, Michael King, Rick Maynard, Joe Taylor, Gilbert Baker, and Julian Allen.
Memorials may be made to the VFW #3096 c/o G.M. Baker, 207 A, Cousar Street, Bishopville, SC 29010.
Hancock-Elmore-Hill Funeral Home of Bishopville is in charge of the arrangements.
Benjamin John "Benny" Makela, 69, husband of Alice Nason Makela, died Sunday, June 21, 2009 at Carolina Pines Hospital in Hartsville, SC
Born in Bishopville, SC, he was a son of the late Reino John Makela and the late Edna Hill Makela. Mr Makela was a United States Army Veteran. He was a member of the VFW and was a registered Land Surveyor for Allen-Makela Land. He earned his Bachelors Degree in Forestry from Clemson University.
Survivors include his wife; a son, Matt Makela (Jessie); a daughter, Megan Makela; a grandson, Gavin Makela; a step-grandson, Daniel Atkinson; his mother-in-law, Rosa Lee Nason; two sisters-in-law, Julia Bell and Ann Wagner; a brother-in-law, Mike Livesay; and cousins, Ruth and Ronald Hill of Michigan.
He was preceded in death by a sister; Nancy Makela Livesay.
A memorial service will be held at 6 p.m. Tuesday in the Hancock-Elmore-Hill Funeral Home chapel with the Rev. Cecil Stevens officiating.
The family will receive friends anytime at 115 South Calhoun Street, Bishopville.
Honorary pallbearers will be Lemuel Bounds, Michael King, Rick Maynard, Joe Taylor, Gilbert Baker, and Julian Allen.
Memorials may be made to the VFW #3096 c/o G.M. Baker, 207 A, Cousar Street, Bishopville, SC 29010.
Hancock-Elmore-Hill Funeral Home of Bishopville is in charge of the arrangements.
Edna Bell Hall - june 25, 2009
Lucknow, SC
Edna Bell Hall, 91, widow of Frank J. Hall, died Thursday, June 25, 2009 at the home of her son.
Born in Lee County, she was the daughter of the late Gary Chapman Pate and the late Jennie C. Hall Pate. Mrs. Hall was a member of Lucknow Baptist Church and Lucknow Baptist WMU. She was a retired seamstress.
Survivors include a son, F. Gary Hall (Delores); two grandchildren, Wanda H. Galloway and Randal "Randy" Hall (Katie); four great-grandchildren, Mitchell Galloway (Angie), Leigh Ann Perry (Chris), Brandolyn G. Lowery (Gregg), and Frankie Hall (Scarlet); five great-great-grandchildren, Zane Galloway, Chance Galloway, Bryson Hall, Landon Hall, and Shawn Perry; and a brother, James H. Hyatt (Louise).
Funeral services will be held at 4:30 p.m. Sunday in the Lucknow Baptist Church with the Rev. Howard Brown officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 4 to 6 p.m. Saturday at Hancock-Elmore-Hill Funeral Home and other times at the home of her son, 3311 Lucknow Road, Bishopville, SC 29010.
Memorials may be made to the Lucknow Baptist Church, 899 Hubb Kelley Road, Bishopville, SC 29010.
Hancock-Elmore-Hill Funeral of Bishopville is in charge of arrangements.
Edna Bell Hall, 91, widow of Frank J. Hall, died Thursday, June 25, 2009 at the home of her son.
Born in Lee County, she was the daughter of the late Gary Chapman Pate and the late Jennie C. Hall Pate. Mrs. Hall was a member of Lucknow Baptist Church and Lucknow Baptist WMU. She was a retired seamstress.
Survivors include a son, F. Gary Hall (Delores); two grandchildren, Wanda H. Galloway and Randal "Randy" Hall (Katie); four great-grandchildren, Mitchell Galloway (Angie), Leigh Ann Perry (Chris), Brandolyn G. Lowery (Gregg), and Frankie Hall (Scarlet); five great-great-grandchildren, Zane Galloway, Chance Galloway, Bryson Hall, Landon Hall, and Shawn Perry; and a brother, James H. Hyatt (Louise).
Funeral services will be held at 4:30 p.m. Sunday in the Lucknow Baptist Church with the Rev. Howard Brown officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 4 to 6 p.m. Saturday at Hancock-Elmore-Hill Funeral Home and other times at the home of her son, 3311 Lucknow Road, Bishopville, SC 29010.
Memorials may be made to the Lucknow Baptist Church, 899 Hubb Kelley Road, Bishopville, SC 29010.
Hancock-Elmore-Hill Funeral of Bishopville is in charge of arrangements.
Homer Ray Arrants - Friday, June 26, 2008
Bishopville, SC
Homer Ray Arrants, Sr. 83, husband of Mary Baker Arrants, died Friday, June 26, 2009 at McCoy Memorial Nursing Center.
Born in Lee County, he was a son of the late Webber Arrants and the late Annie Brown Arrants. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Bishopville and the Lucknow Masonic Lodge where he served as past Grand Master. Mr. Arrants was retired from the U.S. Postal Service and was a Realtor with Cousar & Associates Realty.
Survivors besides his wife of Bishopville include a son, Ray Arrants (Gwen) of Bethune; a daughter, Anne Olliff (Bill) of Pawley's Island; five grandchildren, Apryl Hathaway (Pete), Rebeka Arrants, Kathryn O. Johnson, Will Olliff, and Meredith Olliff; and three great-grandchildren, David Johnson, Kales Johnson, and Owen Hathaway.
Graveside Services will be held a 11 A.M. Monday in the Tiller Cemetery with the Rev. Tom Rutan officiating.
The family will receive friends from 6 to 8P.M. Sunday at Hancock-Elmore-Hill Funeral Home and other times at the home 209 Green Street, Bishopville.
Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church of Bishopville, P.O. Box 144, Bishopville, SC 29010 or to Harmony Baptist Church, 1940 Bethune Road, Bethune, SC 29009.
Hancock-Elmore-Hill Funeral Home of Bishopville is in charge of arrangements.
Homer Ray Arrants, Sr. 83, husband of Mary Baker Arrants, died Friday, June 26, 2009 at McCoy Memorial Nursing Center.
Born in Lee County, he was a son of the late Webber Arrants and the late Annie Brown Arrants. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Bishopville and the Lucknow Masonic Lodge where he served as past Grand Master. Mr. Arrants was retired from the U.S. Postal Service and was a Realtor with Cousar & Associates Realty.
Survivors besides his wife of Bishopville include a son, Ray Arrants (Gwen) of Bethune; a daughter, Anne Olliff (Bill) of Pawley's Island; five grandchildren, Apryl Hathaway (Pete), Rebeka Arrants, Kathryn O. Johnson, Will Olliff, and Meredith Olliff; and three great-grandchildren, David Johnson, Kales Johnson, and Owen Hathaway.
Graveside Services will be held a 11 A.M. Monday in the Tiller Cemetery with the Rev. Tom Rutan officiating.
The family will receive friends from 6 to 8P.M. Sunday at Hancock-Elmore-Hill Funeral Home and other times at the home 209 Green Street, Bishopville.
Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church of Bishopville, P.O. Box 144, Bishopville, SC 29010 or to Harmony Baptist Church, 1940 Bethune Road, Bethune, SC 29009.
Hancock-Elmore-Hill Funeral Home of Bishopville is in charge of arrangements.
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