obituaries

Feb 17, 2024

CHESTER, SC — With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Mr. Caliche Montrice Boulware, who passed on the evening of Saturday, February 17, 2024, in Chester, South Carolina. Caliche, a cherished son, brother and friend, was 20 years old.

Born in Lancaster, South Carolina, on December 9, 2003, to Lashekia Monique McClurkin and the late Carlos...

Jan 14, 2024

Mrs. Gloria Dugars Carter passed away peacefully on January 14, 2024, surrounded by the love of her family. She was a beloved  mother, mother-in-law; grandmother, and friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

Gloria was born on November 15,1953, in New Orleans, LA., and lived a full and vibrant life. She was known...

Jan 12, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mr. John Winfield Smith, who passed away on January 12, 2024, in Hopkins, SC, surrounded by the love of his family. He was born on January 8, 1924, and was formerly of Pennsylvania.

Mr. Smith was a beloved  father, grandfather, and friend to many. He was...

Nov 4, 2023

Nathaniel "Judge" Price, a beloved native of Chester, SC, was born on May 1, 1956. It is with great sadness that we announce his passing on Saturday, November 4, 2023, at the Lincolnton Rehabilitation Center in Lincolnton, NC.

Nathaniel, affectionately known as "Judge" by his loved ones, was a man who found immense joy in spending time...

Nov 2, 2023

The Life Legacy of Overseer LaTonya Wylie Boyd

Overseer LaTonya W. Boyd, a native of Chester, South Carolina, was a woman of unwavering faith and love. She passed away unexpectedly on November 2, 2023, at Piedmont Medical Center in Fort Mill, SC. Born on April 15, 1969, she was the daughter of the late Kevin Eugene Grier ...

Nov 1, 2023

In Loving Memory of Mr. Earl Smith

Mr. Earl Smith, a beloved member of the community and formerly of Fort Mill, SC, passed away peacefully on November 1, 2023, at his residence on 2412 Olando Street in Charlotte, NC. Born on August 1, 1936, Mr. Smith was the cherished son of Earl Smith and Irene Lightner.

Oct 19, 2023

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Mr. Koyel Demond Coleman, a beloved individual who had a profound love for music and a voice that was anointed by God. Mr. Coleman peacefully departed from this world on Thursday, October 19, 2023, at the Atrium Medical Center in Pineville, North Carolina, surrounded by the unwavering love...

Oct 5, 2023

What a Friend we have in Jesus, all our sins and griefs to bear! What a privilege to carry everything to God in prayer. We, the Chris King Memorial Chapel Family along with the Gray Family with heavy hearts announce the passing of Mr. Edward "Fly" Gray, Jr., of Chester, South Carolina. Funeral services will be held 11:00 am...

Sep 4, 2023

We, the Chris King Memorial Chapel Family along with the Caldwell Family sadly announce the passing of  Ms. Christine Caldwell. Ms. Caldwell a native of Chester, South Carolina passed September 4, 2023 at Atrium (Main) Medical Center in Charlotte, NC. Family will receive friends at her home 105 Courtland Street in Chester, South Carolina. Please wear a MASK if...

Aug 30, 2023

An obituary is not available at this time for Deloris "Bay" Jean (Davis) Jackson. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Aug 12, 2023

Emma Mae Feaster, second child of Amos and Josie Campbell Feaster, entered this earthly life on March 8, 1934 in Chester County, S. C. and began her eternal rest on August 12, 2023. Emma attended Williams School and was an honor graduate of the Finley High School class of 1951.

Emma professed Christ and was baptized in...

Aug 8, 2023

Homegoing Service: August 29, 2023 12-2pm Cottonwood Funeral Home 1025 Bergen Street Newark, New Jersey

Martha Woodard Heath, was born on January 19, 1937, to the late Andrew and late Hattie Mae Woodard in Blackstock, South Carolina. She departed this life on August 8, 2023.

She spent her early childhood in Chester County where she...

Aug 7, 2023

Mrs. Elease Wilks Stinson, affectionately known as "E" to some and "Muh" to others who knew and loved her, was born on April 26, 1933, to the late Mr. George Henry Wilks, Sr and Mrs. Mary Thompson Wilks.

Elease peacefully answered her Father's call on Monday, August 7, 2023, while in the Lowcountry Community Hospice House for...

Aug 1, 2023

THE JOURNEY OF A LIFE WELL LIVED

John Bernard Stroud, beloved son of the late Robert Stroud, Sr. and Osie B. Gaston Stroud, was born on January 28, 1968 in Chester, SC. He peacefully departed this life on August 1, 2023, at his home, leaving behind cherished memories and a void that will never be filled.

Jul 8, 2023

We announce the passing on Mr. Keon Melvin Jamal Blackmon. He passed July 8, 2023, in Chester, SC. Family will receive friends at the home of his parents Thorne and Carolyn Blackmon Darnell 503 Columbia Road in Chester, South Carolina. Please keep the family in your prayers

Jul 2, 2023

Mrs. Dorothy "Dot" Dixon Mitchell transitioned from labor to reward on Sunday, July 2, 2023 at Piedmont Medical Center in Rock Hill, SC. Born on September 22, 1951, she was the daughter of the late Willie Dixon Sr. and Azalee Massey Dixon.

Confessing her love for Christ at an early age, she became a member of Blackrock...

May 25, 2023

Mr. Kenneth Lee Wilke of 118 Freedom Drive in Chester, South Carolina passed on Thursday, May 25, 2023 at his home. Services will be 12:00 PM Tuesday, May 30, 2023 at Union Baptist Church 211 Ligon Street in Chester. Burial will follow in Evergreen Cemetery on Cemetery Street in Chester, SC.

A native of Chester County South...

May 11, 2023

Sarah Lee Pegues-Crawford, the daughter of the Late Mable Jones Pegues, was born November 24, 1961.  She was the fourteenth out of fourteen children.

Sarah confessed Christ at a young age.  She graduated from Scotland High School in Scotland County, NC. Sarah stood by what she believed was right in her heart.

Sarah slipped into...

May 3, 2023

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Mr. Namon Feaster, Jr. was born May 17, 1942.  He was the son of the late Namon Sr. and Bernice Feaster and his stepmother Mrs. Martha B. Feaster.

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On Wednesday, May 3, 2023 he departed this earthly life at Hospice and Community Care, Rock Hill, SC.

Namon attended Carter...

Mar 30, 2023

Boyce William Steed Sr, "Bunny" / "Papa" was born on February 28th 1939 in Washington, GA to the late Grady Steed and Elizabeth Stokes of Augusta GA. Boyce gained his angel wings on March 30th 2023 at MUSC Chester Nursing Center in Chester SC.

Boyce was raised in Jamaica-Queens NY, a retired truck driver with a passion...