All Obituaries

Janice Bright Williams was born in Marlboro County, SC on April 8, 1953. She was the daughter of the late Mary Moore Hailey and Boyd Richard Bright. She was educated in the public schools of Marlboro County. Early in life she accepted Christ and was a faithful member of Aaron Temple UMC. For more than 26 years she worked at Leggs Hosiery in Rockingham, NC where she retired as a Supervisor. On May 18, 2022 while in the comfort of her home surrounded by her loving family, Janice transitioned...

Betty Mae Williams was born in Marlboro County, SC the daughter of the late Alice Crosland McDuffie and Danny McDuffie. She was affectionately called "Bett". Bett was born on August 10, 1938. The majority of her life was lived in Minturn, SC. Bett was a faithful life long member of New Zion AME Zion Church. Her marriage was to the late Cleavester Williams, Sr. and they were blessed with nine children. Her daughter, Amy Williams also preceded her in death. On May 15, 2022 while...

Mr. George Norman was born in Marlboro County, SC the son of the late Evella Ray Norman and Josh Norman. His birth took place on August 29, 1941. He was educated in the public schools of McColl, SC. Early in life he accepted Christ as his Savior. George was a member of Fletcher Grove Missionary Baptist Church in McColl where he served as Chairman of the Trustees for 26 years. He was also a member of Stoke Hill Lodge No. 361. He retired after working over 40 years at Valley...

De'Rio Farraquan James Briggs, 30, was born on August 13, 1991. He was the son of Linda Briggs and the late Jimmie Briggs. His birth took place in Bennettsville, South Carolina. He was the youngest child born to his parents. After graduating from Marlboro County High School, he attended the University of South Carolina in Columbia, SC. There he received his Bachelors of Science Degree in Computer Science. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Louis Bostic. On Wednesday,...

Joyce Carolyn Young Brown was born in Columbia, South Carolina located in Richland County. She was the daughter of the late Louise Young Townsend. She was also nurtured by her stepfather, Robert Townsend. Her birth took place on Christmas Eve, December 24, 1957. She was a loving person and accepted Christ as her Lord and Savior. Joyce worked many years in Industry and Textile throughout her life. On March 15, 2022 while at the Morrison Manor in Laurinburg, NC, Joyce responded to the...

Ida Ridges was born in Bennettsville, South Carolina the daughter of the late Ellise Brown Williams and Alexander Williams. Her birth took place on June 18, 1945. She was educated in the public schools of Marlboro County, South Carolina. Ida was extremely active in church and community activities. She enjoyed helping others and was an advocate of voter rights and encouraging people to vote in political races to help better our community and the United States. She accepted Christ as her...

Theresia Thomas was born in Bennettsville, South Carolina the daughter of Retha Mae Thomas and the late Willie Thomas. She attended PS57 in New York then later attended Clara Barton High School also in New York. Later she received her GED in her hometown in Bennettsville located in Marlboro County. She always had an eye for fashion and decor. Theresia also started her own housekeeping service called Tidy Tees Housekeeping in 2007. Live life, laugh and love is what she truly lived by. As...

Edward Tyrone York, better known as Tyrone, was born in Marlboro County, SC on May 10, 1969. He was the son of Sue Malachi and Earl Pearson. At an early age he would attend Shiloh United Methodist Church for his spiritual enrichment. He graduated from McColl High School located in McColl, SC in the Class of 1987. After graduation, he moved to High Point, NC where he resided the majority of his life. He was always gainfully employed until his health began to fail. On February 17, 2022...

Patricia Ann Quick Graham was born in High Point, North Carolina the daughter of Beatrice Quick and the late Frederick Quick. Her birth took place on March 13, 1952. Early in life she accepted Christ as her Savior. Her marriage was to the late Lonnie Graham, Jr. Patricia was once employed with the State of South Carolina as a Correctional Officer. She also served as a Crossing Guard in the Darlington County School System. She was a resident of Society Hill, SC. On February 13, 2022...

James Lee Thomas, Sr. was born in Bennettsville, SC the son of the late Marie T. Plato and Horace Brunson. He was educated in the public schools of Marlboro County, SC. Throughout his life, James was employed doing janitorial and grounds keeping. He was a friendly person and cared about his community. He had a great love for his family and friends. On January 31, 2022 while at MUSC Medical Center in Florence, SC he transitioned from his earthly existence. He leaves to cherish his loving...