Obituaries

OBITUARIES FROM JUNE 13, 2013 EDITION

Houston C. Benton
Houston C. Benton, 73, of Little River died on Wednesday, June 5, 2013.
He is survived by his daughter, Kim Edens of Atlanta, Ga; and two grandchildren, Benton Edens and August Edens.
A memorial service was held at 2 p.m. on Sunday, June 9, at Myrtle Beach Funeral Home.
A guest book is available to sign at MyrtleBeachFuneralHome.com.
Myrtle Beach Funeral Home of Myrtle Beach served the family.

A. Dennis Blanton
A. Dennis Blanton,  95, of Longs passed away on Saturday, June 8, 2013.
He was born in Horry County, a son of the late Vol T. Blanton and the late Della Gerald Blanton.  He was a member of Mt. Olive Baptist Church, a retired farmer and a mechanic with the state of South Carolina.  
He loved his family, children, fishing and hunting. He was a loving person and was always looking out for and sacrificing for others.  Mr. Blanton loved spending time with his family.  
He was predeceased by his wife, Lora Edell Pridgen Blanton; one son, Berkley Davis Blanton; one grandson, Marty Dale Floyd; one great-grandson, Marshall Floyd; and four brothers, Charlie Blanton, Elbert Blanton, Victor Blanton and Wayne Blanton.
Surviving are three children,   Allard Lester Blanton of Longs, Bonnie Faye Blanton of Conway and Franklin Delano Blanton and his wife Margaret of Longs; seven grandchildren, Jeff Floyd and his wife Anne, Leslie Hardee and her husband Ricky, Connie Rowell and her husband Eddie, Susan Blanton and her fiance Greg Wilson, David Floyd and his friend Paula, Lori Brown and Barry Watson; 17 great-grandchildren; and 11 great-great-grandchildren.
Visitation was held on Monday, June 10,  from 6 to 8 p.m. at Goldfinch Funeral Home, Loris Chapel.
Funeral services were held on Tuesday, June 11, at 3 p.m. from Goldfinch Funeral Home, Loris Chapel, with the Rev. Ricky Hardee officiating.  Burial followed in the Blanton Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to FireFall Ministries Inc., P.O. Box 26, Nichols, S.C. 29581.
An online guest book is available at www.goldfinchfuneralhome.com.
Goldfinch Funeral Home, Loris Chapel,  served the family.

Reba Rosada Carter
Reba Rosada Carter, 87, died on Friday, June 7, 2013, in McLeod Loris Hospital in Loris.  Born in Horry County, she was the daughter of the late Edward Fipps and Hattie Fowler.  She was the widow of Leonard Carter.
She is survived by two daughters,  Shirley Carter Rabon of Myrtle Beach and Trisha Carter Whitaker and her husband Chuck of Myrtle Beach; one son, Junior Carter and his wife Linda of Loris; one brother, Jeff Fowler and his wife Lee of Loris; eight grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and 14 great-great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by one daughter, Jennie Hodges; one brother, Daylon Fowler;  two sisters,  Doris Scott and Edith Fowler; and her step-father, Willie Fowler.
Visitation was held on Sunday, June 9, from 6 to 8 p.m. in Inman Funeral Home.
Funeral services were held on Monday, June 10, at 2 p.m. in Inman Funeral Home Chapel. Burial  followed in Forest Lawn Cemetery in Tabor City.
Inman Funeral Home of Tabor City, N.C., served the family.  

Charles R. Dulaney Sr.
Charles R. Dulaney Sr., 89, of Little River died peacefully on Wednesday, June 5, 2013, in Myrtle Beach. He was born on Aug. 21, 1923.
Mr. Dulaney, a World War II veteran, was a career civil servant of the Department of the Navy.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 63 years, Virginia.
He is survived by two sons, Charles R. Dulaney Jr. (Faith) and Robert W. Dulaney; two granddaughters, Heather Dulaney-Metts (Jonathan) and Jessica Dulaney-McKeever(Maurice); and two great-grandchildren, Aidan Dulaney Metts and Claire Marie Metts.
No local service is planned. Memorials in his name can be made to the American Kidney Foundation.
He will be inurned at Arlington National Cemetery with the love of his life, Virginia.
An online guest register is available at www.msfh.net
McMillan-Small Funeral Home of Myrtle Beach served the family.

Ronald Stephen Hardee
Ronald Stephen Hardee, 53, of Loris passed away on Saturday, June 1, 2013.  He was born on Nov. 22, 1959, in Loris,  the son of the late Doctor Henslee Hardee and the late Madge Stevens Hardee. Mr. Hardee was of the Presbyterian faith.
Survivors include his daughter, Mandy Hardee; and one grandson, Logan Johnston, both of Loris.
Memorial services were held at 2 p.m. on Monday, June 10,  at Hardwick Memorial Chapel with the Rev. Dr. Tim Osment officiating. Visitation was at 12:30 p.m. on Monday until the time of service at Hardwick Funeral Home.
Sign his online guest book at hardwickfuneralhome.com.
Hardwick Funeral Home of Loris served the family.

William H. Lilly
William H. Lilly, 69, of Loris passed away on Thursday, June 6, 2013.
He was born in Horry County, a son of the late Henry Thomas Lilly and the late Alma Cribb Lilly.
He was a loving husband, father and grandpa.  He was a Baptist and loved bluegrass gospel music.
He was predeceased by two brothers, Wayne Lilly and Donald Lilly; and two sisters, Lonita Johnson and Marie Anderson.
Surviving are his wife, Gloria Jane Mishoe Lilly of the home; one son, Mark Kevin Lilly and his wife, Tammy Housand Lilly, of Longs; one daughter, Connie Lilly Lewis and her husband, Carl Dean Lewis Jr., of Loris; four granddaughters, Destiny Lewis, Moriah Lilly, Tristen Lilly and Nikki Dean Lewis; one brother, Thomas Lilly, and his wife Brenda of Thomasville, N.C.; and one sister, Annis L. Johnson of Pembroke, N.C.
Visitation was held on Saturday, June 8, from noon to 2 p.m. at Goldfinch Funeral Home, Loris Chapel.  
A graveside service was held immediately following the visitation in the Cherry Hill Baptist Church Cemetery with the Rev. Ragsdale Allsbrook and the Rev. Billy Hackett officiating.
An online guest book is available at www.goldfinchfuneralhome.com.
Goldfinch Funeral Home, Loris Chapel,  served the family.

J.D. Lovette
J.D. Lovette, 85, of Green Sea died peacefully on Sunday, June 9, 2013, in the Loris Extended Care Center in Loris surrounded by his loving family.
Born in Horry County, he was the son of the late Curtis and Sallie Strickland Lovette.
He was a veteran of the U.S. Army. He was a lifelong member of Gapway Baptist Church where he faithfully served as deacon and Sunday School Superintendent for over 30 years and several years as church treasurer.  
He was preceded in death by his wife, Wilma Ruth Moore Lovette.
He is survived by two daughters,  Derhonda Lovette Bonnette of Loris  and Phyllis Elliott Elvington and her husband Charles of Green Sea; two sons,  Donald C. Lovette of Myrtle Beach and Michael T. Lovette and his wife Sherry of Green Sea; one brother, M.C. Lovette of Green Sea; one sister, Ruby Thiem of Florence; and four grandchildren,  Amy Bonnette  Pavlini and her husband Michael of Charlotte, N.C., Matthew P. Elliott of Rock Hill, John Mark Elliott of Green Sea and Webb Elvington of Savannah, Ga.
The family would like to thank all the Loris Extended Care Center staff, including the administrative team members Vickie, Laurie, Mysi and Mina; nurses Sherrill, Peter, Debbie, Shelley, Diane and Tracy; CNAs Regina, Alfreda, Ivy, Natressa, Rebekka, Miranda and especially Doris Godfrey.
Funeral services were held on Monday, June 10, at 11 a.m. in Gapway Baptist Church by the Rev. Jerry Phillips and Phyllis Elvington with burial following in the Lovette Family Cemetery in Green Sea.
The family received friends one hour prior to the service at the church.    
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Gapway Baptist Church, 4265 Buffkin Road, Green Sea, S.C. 29545.
Inman Funeral Home of Tabor City, N.C., served the family.

Margaret Murtie
Margaret Murtie, 77, of Little River died on Thursday, June 6, 2013, at McLeod Seacoast Medical Center in Little River.
Born on April 21, 1936, in Dumbartonshire, Scotland, she was the daughter of the late William and Hannah Nixon Bradley.
She is survived by her children, Alice Higgins, Margaret Caponigro, Donald Murtie, Bruce Murtie and Mary Rose Sheriff; two sisters, Rose and Ann; 11 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and longtime companion, Tommy Duden.  
She was predeceased by one son, John Murtie; one brother, William; and two sisters, Theresa and Mary.
The family received friends from 10 a.m. to 12 noon on Wednesday, June 12, at Lee Funeral Home followed by a memorial service in the funeral home chapel at noon.  
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Franciscan Friars of the Atonement, 40 Franciscan Way, Route 9, Garrison, N.Y.  10524.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach served the family.

John Henry Stinson Sr.
John Henry Stinson Sr., 84, of Little River, was called to heaven on Wednesday, June 5, 2013.  He was surrounded by family at his home.
He was born on Oct. 1, 1928, in Jewell Ridge, Va., to the late Stella Honaker and Roby Lee Stinson.
He attended Beckley College, Appalachian Bible Institute, Moody Bible College, Perdue University and was honorably discharged from the U.S. Marine Corps in December 1947.  He was married to Carol Stinson on Jan. 31, 1948, and they lived in Beckley, West Va., before relocating to Little River.  He was employed with and retired from MetLife and later served as vice president of Atlas Drywall with his son, John Jr.  He was an active member and honorary deacon at First Baptist Church of North Myrtle Beach.  He had a passion for motorcycle riding and a great devotion to his family.  
Survivors include his wife, of 65 years, Carol Stinson; son, John Stinson Jr. and his wife Darlene of Little River; four grandchildren, Kristen Greene, Whitney DelConte (Ryan), John Ryan Stinson and Brent Long; two great-grandchildren, Carson Greene and Raelyn DelConte; five sisters, Marie McNeely, Elva Gay Hubbard, Shirley Honaker, Betty Hall and Wanda Yates; and two brothers, Glen Suite and Daryl Ferguson.
He was predeceased by his daughter, Sherry Stinson; and five brothers.
The family received friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, June 6, at Lee Funeral Home.  Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. on Friday, June 7, at the First Baptist Church of North Myrtle Beach.  Burial  followed at North Myrtle Beach Memorial Gardens in Little River.
The family wishes to give special thanks to Dr. Neil Trask and Embrace Hospice for their comfort and care of John.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the First Baptist Church of North Myrtle Beach, 200 Hwy. 17 S., North Myrtle Beach, S.C.  29582.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach served the family.

Fred Wallace Thomas
Fred Wallace Thomas, 70, of Loris passed away on Monday, June 10, 2013, at Marion Nursing Center following an illness.  He was born on Nov. 8, 1942, in Loris, a son of the late Luther Adrian Thomas and the late Rosie Hodge Thomas. He was a longtime member of Live Oak Baptist Church.
Survivors include his two brothers, Robert Henry Thomas of Loris and the Rev. Ernest Thomas of Dunnellon, Fla.
He was predeceased by two brothers, Douglas Thomas and Jake Thomas.
Funeral services will be at 3 p.m. on Thursday, June 13, at Live Oak Baptist Church with Pastor Mark Hughes, the Rev. Rusty Brown and the Rev. Ernest Thomas officiating. Committal services will follow at Cane Branch Cemetery.
Visitation will be on Thursday, June 13, from 1:30 p.m. until the time of service at Live Oak Baptist Church.
Sign his online guest book at hardwickfuneralhome.com.
Hardwick Funeral Home of Loris is serving the family.

Gary Walker
On the morning of June 9, 2013, Gary Walker, 58, of Little River passed away peacefully of natural causes surrounded by his family at Grand Strand Regional Medical Center in Myrtle Beach.
He was born in Mastic Beach, N.Y., and was the third child and youngest son of William and Dolores Walker. In his early years Gary worked as an auto mechanic. He then moved on to owning his own business with his brother, Bill. Walker’s Seamless Gutters brought Gary a great deal of success and satisfaction, as he was able to help many people in Eastern Long Island, N.Y. Following a move to Myrtle Beach he chose to return to his love of mechanics by working in small engine repair at Mr. B’s.
Gary loved to help others. A talented mechanic and carpenter he was able to fix anything that needed fixing and was happy doing so for all of his very dear and loved family and friends. As a grandfather, father, brother and son he was very well loved and will be missed dearly. His many dear friends in South Carolina will greave his loss and hold his memory in their hearts also.
One of Gary’s favorite activities was to volunteer to help children and veterans. He worked with his friends, who were like family, to place Memorial Day flags at gravesites of veterans. Gary spent more than a decade volunteering during the holidays to make food and bring gifts for the children at Friends Helping Friends and Sea Haven Youth Care Home in Little River.  
His loving father, William R. Walker Jr., preceded him in death.
He is survived by his son, Gary J. Walker Jr.; and his very loved grandson, Alexander Gary Walker; his mother, Dolores; his two brothers, Bill (Carol) and Lee (Deb);  younger sister, Karen (Rick); and many nieces and nephews.
Gary’s love of children and respect for veterans provides the knowledge that donations to Sea Haven Inc., P.O. Box 600, North Myrtle Beach, S.C. 29597 or to Veteran’s Welcome Home and Resource, 4254 Stella Court, Little River, S.C. 29566 with a notation in memory of Gary Walker would bring him great joy.
A celebration of his life will be held on Saturday, June 15. The celebration will begin at 3 p.m. with friends and family meeting at the Finish Line on Highway 17 in North Myrtle Beach and continue at Jay’s of Little River from 4  to 6 p.m.  
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach is serving the family.

OBITUARIES FROM JUNE 6, 2013 EDITION

Devontae LeVert Bellamy Shepherd
Devontae LeVert Bellamy Shepherd was born on Nov. 28, 1993, to Larry and Terrie Bellamy Shepherd. He was their only child. He departed this life on Wednesday, May 29, 2013, after a serious illness.
He attended the North Myrtle Beach school system throughout his life and finished his schooling by getting his GED in the 10th grade. He was so proud the day he got his GED, just to prove to himself that he could do it.
He was a loving, considerate and kind person. Because of this he was loved by the community. He had a warm personality and his desire was to see everyone with a smile on their face. He loved basketball. This was his passion. He shared a special bond with his mother, Terrie, and they enjoyed riding their bikes together. He liked to fish and enjoyed fishing with his dad, Larry. Walking together in the evenings was a favorite pastime for the Shepherd family. Devontae was close to his aunt and uncle, Ray and Seletha Anderson. He was known to work with them in their construction business.
He leaves to mourn, his mother, Terrie Bellamy Shepherd, and his dad, Larry Shepherd. He was preceded in death by both his maternal and paternal grandparents: Dorothy and Lesonly Stanley and Preston and Marylene Shepherd. He also leaves to mourn, four aunts: Seletha (Ray) Anderson of Tabor City, N.C., Flossie Bellamy of Little River; Lovely (Linwood) Gore of Tabor City, N.C.; and Joann Farmer of Dothan, N.C.; four uncles, Terry Shepherd of Tabor City, N.C., Harry (Brenda) Shepherd of Wilmington, N.C., Preston (Rita) Shepherd of Tabor City, N.C., and Lynn Bellamy of Little River; as well as a host of cousins, other family members and friends.
Funeral services were held at 3 p.m. on Wednesday, June 5, at North Myrtle Beach Middle School. Live plants only please.
Latimer’s Funeral Home of Conway was in charge of arrangements.

Billie Dove Wiley Attanasio
Billie Dove Wiley Attanasio, 82, of Loris passed away on Wednesday, May 22, 2013, at her home following an illness.  Born on Oct. 15, 1930, in New Bern, N.C., she was the daughter of the late Golden Rex Wiley and the late Mary Wiley. She was a loving homemaker.
Survivors include one son, Robert “Bobby” Wiley Attanasio of Roanoke, Va.; one daughter, Donna Tindal and her husband Russell of Loris; and two granddaughters, Brittany Tindal and Kimberly Tindal, both of Loris.
Memorial services will be held at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, June 12, at Hardwick Memorial Chapel.
Sign her online guest book at hardwickfuneralhome.com.
 Hardwick Funeral Home of Loris is serving the family.

Pamela Gail Combs
Pamela Gail Combs, 49, of Longs  died on Thursday, May 30, 2013, at home surrounded by her loving family.
A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. on Saturday, June 8, at Kingdom Hall Jehovah Witness in Conway.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach is serving the family.

John F. Copley
John F. Copley, 45, of Little River died on Friday, May 31, 2013, at his home.
Survivors include his mother, Ann Copley; six brothers, Scott, Chris, Randall, Robin, Steve and Robert; four sisters, Jennifer, Patricia, Katie and Kathy; and many nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his father, Frank Copley; his step-father, Charles D. Maynard; and one sister, Beth Lieb Brice.
Services will be private at a later date.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach is serving  the family.

James ‘Jim’ Deines
James “Jim” Deines, 64, of North Myrtle Beach died on Sunday, June 2, 2013, at home with his wife at his side.
Born on Feb. 13, 1949, in New York, N.Y., he was the son of the late John and Mary Uher Deines.
He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Diane Keplin Deines; and two brothers, Gary Deines of Ft. Worth, Texas, and John Deines of Pleasant Valley, N.Y.
A funeral mass will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 8, at Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church in North Myrtle Beach.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church, 1100 8th Ave. S., North Myrtle Beach, S.C.  29582.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach is serving the family.

Roger E. Dollinger
Roger E. Dollinger, 80, of Little River died on Sunday, June 2, 2013, at his home.
Born on April 2, 1933, in Vincennes, Ind., he was the son of the late A. Edward  and S. Olive Burnett Dollinger.
He is survived by his children, Craig Dollinger, Laura Anderson and Karen Martin; four grandchildren, Shawn, Mitchell, Madison and Kristen; and four great-grandchildren, Cody, Dustin, Piper and Kenleigh.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Little River United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 160, Little River, S.C. 29566.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach is serving the family.

Ethel Skipper Hardee
Ethel Skipper Hardee, 90, of Loris passed away on Sunday, June 2, 2013, at her home following an illness. She was born on Dec. 1, 1922, in Loris, the daughter of  Robert James Skipper and  Addie Lezette Hardee Skipper.
She was a member of Simpson Creek Home Demonstration Club prior to opening Ethel’s Antiques in 1972 and a longtime member of Simpson Creek Primitive Baptist Church.
She is survived by her son, Harold Hardee and his wife Judy of Loris; two daughters, Annette Wallace and her husband Hal of Longs and Joyce Freeman and her husband Ken of Loris; three grandchildren, Kevin Davidson, Alan Freeman and Greg Hardee; three great-grandchildren, Macey Freeman, Heather Hardee and Blake Freeman; one great-great-granddaughter, Emily Grace Mayhew; three step-grandchildren, Carey Moe, Amy Brumbles and Steve Moe; seven step-great-grandchildren, Hunter, Cole, Clint, Dylan, Tyler, Logan and Justin; one sister, Allene S. Floyd of Longs; and many nieces and nephews; and a special caregiver, Judy Faye Johnson.
In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, Liston Thelton Hardee; three brothers, Allen Venoy Skipper, Alton James Skipper and Clyde Skipper; and two sisters, Bertha S. Cox and Loraine S. Noles.
Visitation was on Tuesday, June 4, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Hardwick Funeral Home.
Funeral services were held at 11 a.m.  on Wednesday, June 5, at Simpson Creek Primitive Baptist Church with burial following at the Carter Cemetery.  Services were officiated by Elder George Paul, Elder Ernest Duncan and the Rev. Carl Harris.
Memorials may be made to Simpson Creek Primitive Baptist Church, c/o  Billy Boyd, 2336 Macedonia Drive, Loris, S.C. 29569 or to Mercy Hospice & Palliative Care, P.O. Box 50640, Myrtle Beach, S.C. 29579 or processed online at www.mercyhospice.org.
Sign her online guest book at hardwickfuneralhome.com.
Hardwick Funeral Home of Loris served the family.

Linda Lee Taylor Henry
Linda Lee Taylor Henry, 66, of Loris passed away on Tuesday, April 30, 2013, at the Medical University in Las Vegas, Nev. Born on March 3, 1947, in Whiteville, N.C., she was the daughter of the late  Jesse Stanley Taylor Sr. and the late Hazel Prince Taylor.  
She was a security guard and a member of Sweet Home Baptist Church in North Carolina.
Survivors include her two brothers, Jesse Stanley Taylor Jr. of Whiteville and George Taylor and his wife Cheryl of Loris; one nephew, Brent Taylor and his wife Kirsten; one great-nephew, Grayson Taylor, and one great-niece, Mary Ashlyn Taylor, all of Aynor.
Memorial services will be held at 4 p.m. on Saturday, June 8,  at Glendale Baptist Church with visitation 30 minutes prior to services at the church.
Sign her online guest book at hardwickfuneralhome.com.
Hardwick Funeral Home of Loris is serving the family.

Laura Jones
Laura Jones, 61, of Longs, formerly of Albany, Ind., died on Wednesday, May 29, 2013, at her home.  
She was born on Nov. 22, 1951, the daughter of the late Paul Joseph Whitehair and Louise (Fox) Whitehair of Albany.
She was a lifelong educator for the Delaware Community School Corporation until her retirement in 2007.  After moving to the North Myrtle Beach area, she was employed by Horry County Schools where she continued to work with elementary students.
She is survived by her loving husband of 35 years, Jerry L. Jones; two daughters, Stephanie Gamble (Noah) of Wendell, N.C., and Megan Jones of North Myrtle Beach; one step-daughter, Kimberly R. Beeler (Don) of Avon, Ind.; one grandson, Blaine Williams; four step-grandsons, Nathan Beeler, Levi Beeler, Joel Beele and Luke Beeler; her mother, Louise (Fox) Whitehair; one sister, Nancy Boklund (Doug); two brothers, Paul Whitehair (Cynthia) and Charles Whitehair (Susan); and numerous nieces and nephews.  
The family received friends from 4 to 6 p.m. on Saturday, June 1, at Lee Funeral Home.
Burial was at Strong Family Cemetery in  Albany.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach served the family.

Elizabeth ‘Betty’ Stackhouse Norris
Elizabeth “Betty” Stackhouse Norris, 70, of Sunset Beach, N.C., died on Saturday, June 1, 2013, at Grand Strand Regional Medical Center in Myrtle Beach.
Born on June 25, 1942, in Little Rock, she was the daughter of the late William B. and Elizabeth Hamilton Stackhouse.
She is survived by her husband of 21 years, Dennis M. “Mike” Norris, of Sunset Beach, NC; one stepson, Brian Norris and one stepdaughter, Sunny Wallace, both of Maryland; one brother, William B. Stackhouse of Hamer; and one sister, Molly A. Poole of Florence.
The family received friends from 3 to 5 p.m. on Tuesday, June 4, at Lee Funeral Home.  
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to American Heart Association, Memorial Processing Center, P.O. Box 5216, Glen Allen, VA  23058-5216.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach served the family.

OBITUARIES FROM MAY 30, 2013 EDITION

Toby Bryan Bacot
Toby Bryan Bacot, 29, of Knoxville, Tenn., passed away on Sunday, May 26, 2013.
Toby grew up in Myrtle Beach, where as a child, he would often be found in tandem with his grandfather, Lewis Bacot, and where his grandmother, Juddie Bacot, had a street named after him, Toby Court, off Second Avenue North in North Myrtle Beach.  
Growing up Toby was either riding his skateboard or playing golf and loved fishing at his grandmother Christine’s farm.
He attended Myrtle Beach High School, and the friends he made there became his extended family, where the bonds he made were as strong in the recent years as they were when originally forged.
After high school, Toby moved to Knoxville, where he attended college.  While in Knoxville, Toby grew his circle of friends and it is here he met Lindsey.  Toby and Lindsey welcomed their beautiful daughter, Hadley, into the world in March of 2012.  Toby was maturing into an amazing young man, whose focus was on his newly formed family and the love he had for his daughter was truly inspiring.  
Toby had been working at Thermal Label Warehouse, where he worked closely with the owner, Tom Shaw.  Toby and Tom had formed a close mentoring relationship, and Toby excelled at his work.  
Toby was a fan of life and lived it to the fullest. He “bled” orange for his volunteers, could be found rocking to Pearl Jam most days and was an avid bodybuilder.  
He is survived by his daughter, Hadley Kayann Bacot; his mother, Kay Bacot; his three brothers, Bo, Ben and Andy; his girlfriend, Lindsey Wilson; and his grandmothers, Christine Starnes and Juddie Bacot.
He was predeceased in passing by his father, Bob Bacot.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Hadley Bacot Fund in care of: Harwell and Harwell, PC, at 2131 First Tennessee Plaza, Knoxville, TN 37929.
A service will be held at Berry Funeral Home on Thursday, May 30.  Visitation will be at 11:30 a.m., and the service will begin at 12 noon.
Another service will be held in Myrtle Beach, to be announced at a later date.
Life is precious, but it is also fragile. If you knew Toby and you loved him like we did, remember him as the happy, funny, spirit he was. He was a loving son, an amazing brother and a wonderful father. If you can, please tell those close to you how much you love them. Share and treasure all the small moments because life is given to us in an instant and taken from us in the same manner. Love those around you, your friends and your family, and make sure they know just how much.

Amber Marie Berbiglia
Amber Marie Berbiglia, 23, of Little River died on Friday, May 3, 2013.
Born on July 16, 1989, in Poughkeepsie, N.Y., she was the daughter of Peter Berbiglia and Michelle Averill Berbiglia Robinson.
Other than her parents, Amber is survived by her sister, Amanda Berbiglia Roberts; her brother, Jeremy Berbiglia; and two step-brothers, Chris  Berbiglia and  Phillip Berbiglia; and her maternal grandparents, Ronald and Virginia Averill. She was predeceased by her paternal grandparents.
Funeral services were held on Tuesday, May 7, in Lee Funeral Home Chapel.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach served the family.

Hyman Bertram Fowler
Hyman Bertram Fowler, 76, of Loris passed away on Monday, May 20, 2013, at his home following an illness.  Born on Nov. 25, 1936, in Loris, he was the son of Harley Dayton Fowler  and Fancie Lewis Fowler.  He worked as a mechanic and attended Live Oak Baptist Church.
Survivors include his two sons, Ronnie Fowler and Hyman Glenn Fowler, and one grandson, Jason Glenn Fowler, all of Loris.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his wife,  Nathie Cox Fowler, and one sister, Augustine Fowler.
A memorial visitation was held on Friday, May 24, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Hardwick Funeral Home.
Sign his online guest book at hardwickfuneralhome.com.
Hardwick Funeral Home of Loris served the family.

Willard E. Franks
Willard E. Franks, 84, of North Myrtle Beach died on Sunday, May 26, 2013, at his home surrounded by family.
Born on Jan. 24, 1919, in Black Rock, Ark., he was the son of the late Willard Oscar and Maude Gauge Franks.
He was a member of Socastee Baptist Church.
He is survived by his wife, Virginia Ledbetter Franks; one daughter, Barbara Coleman of Murrells Inlet; one half-brother, Jerry Wayne; three sisters, Audrey, Thelma and Notre; three grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.
Visitation was held from 12 to 1 p.m. on Tuesday, May 28, with funeral services following at 1 p.m.  at Southern Palms Memorial Chapel in North Myrtle Beach.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach served the family.
Everett William Hartley
Everett William Hartley, 90, of Tabor City, N.C., passed away on Sunday, May 19, 2013, at McLeod Loris Hospital in Loris following an illness. Mr. Hartley was born on Nov. 29, 1922, in Rhode Island, the son of Everett Hartley and Sarah Studley Hartley. He retired from Guilford Mills in Greensboro, N.C., where he was a member of Shining Light Baptist Church. Since moving to Tabor City he attended Grace Baptist Church.
He is survived by his wife, Frances L. Hartley of the home; two sons, Kenneth Hartley of Greensboro and Daniel Hartley of Tabor City; one daughter, Sue-Ellen Anast and her husband Jerry of Greensboro; nine grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and five sisters, Sarah White of Tomah, Wis., Eunice Kindle and Isabella Hartley, both of West Warwick, Rhode Island, and Grace Sharp and Shirley Smith, both of Coventry, Rhode Island.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his brother, Clifford Hartley of West Warwick, and his sister, Eleanor Tomasso of San Bernadino, Calif.
Sign his online guest book at hardwickfuneralhome.com.
Hardwick Funeral Home of Loris served the family.

Elizabeth ‘Tee’ Fraser Krimminger
Elizabeth “Tee” Fraser Krimminger, 69, of Little River passed away on Wednesday, May 22, 2013, at Grand Strand Regional Medical Center in Myrtle Beach.
Born on April 26, 1944, in Ridgeland,  she was the daughter of the late Benjamin Porter and Magdalyn Mears Fraser.
Tee was raised in Beaufort and it was here she met, fell in love with and married her Marine. Throughout 49 years of marriage, her love and devotion never wavered and above all else, Tee and Tom were best friends.
Tee traveled extensively during her 20 years as a Marine wife and after her retirement.
She was always active as a volunteer in the Marine Officers Wives Club at the many bases where they were stationed. Her final position was president of the Officers Wives Club at Marine Corps Air Station in Yuma, Arizona.
After raising a family as a stay-at-home mom, she became active in the business world, first as owner of International Minute Press in Charlotte, N.C., and later as owner of Coastal Spirits in the Cherry Grove section of North Myrtle Beach.
Tee was a gifted artist and attended the Ringling School of Art and Design in Sarasota, Fla. She loved to paint, sketch and sew. Her beautiful creations, enjoyed and cherished by family and friends, adorn her home and our hearts.
Her early years spent in Beaufort were enchanting times and the marshes, beaches and rivers stayed close to her heart throughout her life. Her roots ran deep in her beloved low country and she will be returning there soon.
Survivors include her husband, Thomas W. Krimminger; one son, Thomas Krimminger Jr. (Allison); one daughter, Erika Krimminger Adcock (Larry);  one sister, Lynn Fraser Hyman; one grandchild, Sydney Porter Adcock; a sister for life, Duncan Wall; and too many friends to mention.
A celebration of life will be held in Little River  and a separate service and interment will take place at The National Cemetery in Beaufort. Details of both events will be available from the family or by calling 843-458-1244.
In lieu of flowers, Tee may be honored with donations to either of the following:
LUNGevity - A lung cancer support organization www.lungevity.com/ telephone 312-464-0716 or The Injured Marine Semper Fi Fund at www.semperfifund.org / telephone 703-640-0181.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach is serving the family.

Irene J. Lewis
Irene J. Lewis, 91, of North Myrtle Beach passed away on Sunday, May 26, 2013, at home with her family at her side.
Born on Aug. 19, 1921, in Conway, she was the daughter of the late Ernest C. and Permelia Idell Causey Jordan.
She is survived by her children, Jerry Lewis (Esther), Brenda L. Rabon (Horace), Pearle L. Powers and Sharon L. Fletcher (Phil); two brothers, Haskell Jordan (Jane) and Vinton Jordan (Mattie); 11 grandchildren; and 16 great-grandchildren.  She was predeceased by her husband, Henry C. Lewis Jr., and brother, Elvin Jordan (Ida Mae).
The family received friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, May 29, in Lee Funeral Home Chapel.  
Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. on Thursday, May 30, in the funeral home chapel with burial to follow the service at North Myrtle Beach Memorial Gardens in Little River.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach is serving the family.

Barbara Ann ‘Bobbie’ McClernan
Barbara Ann “Bobbie” McClernan, 72, of North Myrtle Beach died on Wednesday, May 22, 2013, at Grand Strand Regional Medical Center in Myrtle Beach.
Born on Nov. 7, 1940, in Pittsburgh, Pa., she was the daughter of the late John and Ruth E. McGoff Bliss.
She was a member of Barefoot Community Church in North Myrtle Beach and manager of several real estate agencies during her long career as a real estate agent.
Survivors include her husband of 54 years, Robert McClernan of North Myrtle Beach; three daughters, LuAnn Duffus (Keith), Kelly Thompson (Dan) and Pam Auth (Bill); one brother, John Bliss (Angie); nine grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.
The family received friends from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, May 24, at Lee Funeral Home with a prayer service at 7:45 p.m.
Funeral services will be held at a later date in Pittsburgh.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach served the family.

Joseph Edward Mincey
Joseph Edward Mincey, 79, of Loris passed away on Tuesday, May 21, 2013, at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) in Charleston following an illness.  Born on Feb. 27, 1934, in Loris, he was the son of the late Joseph W. Mincey and the late Maisie Bellamy Mincey Causey.  Mr. Mincey served his country with courage and honor retiring from the United States Air Force after serving proudly during the Korean Conflict and Vietnam War. He was the owner of Just Printing and a member of Buck Creek Baptist Church.
Survivors include his wife, Mary Carver Mincey of the home; two sons, Brian Mincey and his wife Sheri of Rocksboro, N.C., and Brad Mincey and his wife Cassie of Loris; five loving grandchildren, Ashli, Lucian, Brianna, Olivia and Abigail Mincey; two brothers, Jack W. Mincey and his wife Octavia of Conway and William “Bill” Causey Jr. and his wife Judy of Longs; one sister, Doris M. Renau and her husband Frank of Mt. Pleasant; one half-brother, Lucian Mincy and his wife Carmeline of Chicago, Ill., and one half-sister, Brenda Stophens and her husband Ted of Wilmington, Va.
Funeral services were held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, May 24, at Buck Creek Baptist Church with Pastor Larry Allen and the Rev. Grady Corder officiating.  Committal services were private. Visitation was on Thursday, May 23, from 6 until 8 p.m. at Hardwick Funeral Home. Sign Mr. Mincey’s online guest book at hardwickfuneralhome.com.
Hardwick Funeral Home of Loris served the family.

Melissa Darlene Causey Mishoe
Melissa Darlene Causey Mishoe, 46, of Loris passed away on Friday, May 24, 2013, at McLeod Loris Hospital in Loris following a sudden illness.  She was born on Jan. 3, 1967, to Lester Elliott Causey Sr. and Lilly Wayne McCracken Causey in Conway.  She worked with Kathy’s Flowers and Gifts for over 10 years and was a member of Cherry Hill Baptist Church.  She was a loving wife, mother and sister and will be deeply missed by all her family and friends.
Survivors, including her parents; her husband, Billy Wayne Mishoe of the home; two sons, William Vereen and Joseph Causey, both of Loris; two brothers, Herbert Causey of Conway and Jimmy McCracken of Aynor; and many nieces; and nephews.
She was predeceased by her brother, Lester Causey Jr., and one sister, Lora Causey.  
Funeral services were held at 3 p.m. on Sunday, May 26, at Cherry Hill Baptist Church with the Rev. John Holmes and the Rev. Mark Hughes officiating.  Committal services  followed at Cherry Hill Cemetery in Loris.
Visitation was on Saturday, May 25,  from 7 until  9 p.m. at Hardwick Funeral Home.
Memorials may be made to Cherry Hill Baptist Church, 2020 Daisy Road, Loris, S.C. 29569. Sign Mrs. Mishoe’s online guest book at hardwickfuneralhome.com.
Hardwick Funeral Home of Loris served the family.

Edward F. Schaack
Edward F. Schaack, 84, of Carolina Shores, N.C., died on Saturday, May 25, 2013, at McLeod Seacoast  Medical Center in Little River.
He was born on Nov. 16, 1928, in Dumont, N.J., the son of the late Alexander and Kathryn Heckman Schaack.
He was a member of Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church in North Myrtle Beach.
He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Mary Brodie Schaack; two sons, Kevin Schaack and Karl Schaack (Gina); one daughter, Karen Clark (Mike); two sisters, Marie Eustice and Kay Dundorf; five grandchildren, Jason (Kim), Kelsie, Keegan, Krystin and Brodie; and two great-grandchildren, Dominic and Max.
A funeral mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. on Thursday, May 30, at Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church.  Inurnment will follow in the church columbarium niche.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church, 1100 Eighth Ave. N., North Myrtle Beach, S.C.  29582.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach is serving the family.

Neil William Schweda
Neil William Schweda, 61, of Little River died on Sunday, May 19, 2013, at Grand Strand Regional Medical Center in Myrtle Beach.
Born on April 25, 1952, in Flushing, N.Y., he was the son of the late Leon and Helen Dolan Schweda.
The sudden passing of our beloved husband, father, grandfather, uncle, brother-in-law, teacher, friend and advisor to everyone who crossed his path has left us all breathless and at a loss for words.  Neil left us all way too soon and all too suddenly.  We now have Neil, his mother Helen, and mother-in-law Eileen, as our guardian angels to watch over and guide us.  Neil will be missed by many for the remainder of our lives and beyond.  He touched the lives and gave to so many effortlessly and unselfishly.  The students he guided and taught at Horry County Schools over the past few years are all better for Neil having touched their lives and influencing them.  As my husband, I am at a loss and will be forever without him.  Neil, we love you, miss you and now leave you to rest in God’s hands.
He is survived by his wife, Eileen P. DeClemente Schweda of Little River; one son, Brendan Schweda; two daughters, Brighid Toltesi and Bernadette Schweda; two brothers, Paul  Schweda and Peter Schweda; and one granddaughter, Rebecca Toltesi.
The family received friends from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, May 23, at Lee Funeral Home.  A funeral mass was celebrated on Friday, May 24, at 11 a.m. at Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church in North Myrtle Beach.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to The Humane Society of North Myrtle Beach, P.O. Box 3369, North Myrtle Beach, S.C. 29582.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach served the family.

Donna Gore Shelley
Donna Gore Shelly, 54, of Loris passed away on Thursday, May 23, 2013, at Conway Medical Center in Conway surrounded by family and loved ones.
She was born on Nov. 23, 1958, in Loris to Edward “Buck” Gore and Katherine Mincey Hall.
She was living in Loris before she passed away and spent most of her life in Loris. She was a retired LPN. She worked at many other jobs but nursing was the one she was most proud of.
Donna is survived by her mother, Katherine Mincey Hall of Loris; one daughter, Annie Shelley Jordan (Jonathan Skipper)  of Loris; three sisters, Kathy Savage of West Augusta, Va., Sandra Faircloth (David Long) of Fairmont, N.C., and, Shelia (Eddie) Prince of Green Sea; five grandchildren, Tori Rhodes, Brooke Rhodes, Cody Rhodes, Kristin Rhodes and Chase Jordan; six nephews; and a special friend, Ellen Leftwich.
She was predeceased by her father, Edward “Buck” Gore.
Memorials can be made to the Diabetes Association and Mercy Care Hospice (www.mercyhospice.org).
A celebration of life will be held at a later date for family and friends.
A guest book is available at MyrtleBeachFuneralHome.com.
Myrtle Beach Funeral Home of Myrtle Beach served the family.

Charles Wayne Skipper
Charles Wayne Skipper, 75, of the Goretown Community in Loris passed away on Saturday, May 25, 2013.
He was born on March 24, 1938, in Mullins, a son of the late Clyde Waldo Skipper and the late Genevieve Blanton Skipper. He retired from the United States Air Force after 27 years of service.
He is survived by his wife, Joyce G. Skipper of Goretown; three sons, Clyde W. Skipper of Goretown, Tony D. Skipper and his wife Samantha of St. Augustine, Fla., and Sean K. Skipper of Jacksonville Beach, Fla.; two grandchildren, Ashley Lynn   and Victoria Skipper, both of St. Augustine; one great-grandson, Brody Lynn; two sisters, Linda Brown of Loris and Vivian Orrell and her husband David of Winston Salem, N.C.; and three aunts, Ethel Hardee and Allene Floyd, both of Loris, and Shelby Dean Strickland of Leland, N.C.
In addition to his parents he was predeceased by a son, Charles Rodney Skipper.
The family received friends on Tuesday, May 28, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Goldfinch Funeral Home, Loris Chapel, in Loris.
A graveside service with military honors was held on Wednesday, May 29, at 1 p.m. at the Carter Cemetery with the Rev. Mack Hutson officiating.
Memorials may be sent to the Alzheimer’s Association, S.C. Chapter 1039, 44th Avenue, Myrtle Beach, S.C. 29577.
An online guest book is available at www.goldfinchfuneralhome.com.
Goldfinch Funeral Home, Loris Chapel, served the family.

OBITUARIES FROM MAY 23, 2013 EDITION

John W. Graham
John W. Graham, 85, of Longs died on Saturday, May 18, 2013, at home surrounded by his loving family.
Born on Aug. 5, 1927, in Todd, N.C., he was the son of the late Worth and Ethel Stanberry Graham.
He is survived by two sons, Steven Graham and Tim Graham (Amanda); three daughters, Carol Rice, Susan Gibbs (Daryl) and Tammy Flores; one brother, Jim Graham; two sisters, Jewell Church and Ila Stallings; several grandchildren; and nieces and nephews.  
He was predeceased by one son, David Graham; one brother, L.D. Graham; and one sister, Violet Sams.
The family received friends from 6 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, May 22, in Lee Funeral Home Chapel followed by a prayer service at 7 p.m.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach served the family.

John G. Harter
John G. Harter, 75, of Little River died on Wednesday, May 15, 2013, at McLeod Seacoast in Little River.
Born on Aug. 12, 1937, in Kokomo, Ind., he was the son of the late John R. and Margaret E. Tuttle Harter.
He was a U.S. Navy veteran.
He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Barbara Cannon Harter of Little River; two sons, Bruce Harter and David Ratekin, both of Indiana; one sister, Julia Cline and her husband Relis of Indiana; three grandchildren, Jase A. Harter, Rachael White and Jacob Ratekin; and three great-grandchildren.
He was predeceased by his daughter, Heather A. Harter; and one brother, David Harter.
Services will be private with the family.
Lee Funeral Home & Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach is serving the family.

Linda C. Hunter
Linda C. Hunter, 65, of North Myrtle Beach died on Wednesday, May 15, 2013, at Conway Medical Center in Conway.  
Born on Oct. 1, 1947, in Pochantas, Va., she was the daughter of the late Eli and Erma Dempsey Haga.
She is survived by her husband, David R. Hunter; one daughter, Gail McIntyre; and one brother, Carl Haga Sr.
Services were private with the family.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach served the family.

Ernest Richard Jenkinson
Ernest Richard Jenkinson, 96, of Sumter passed away at Tuomey Regional Medical Center in Sumter on Thursday, May 16, 2013.
Born in Sumter County on Nov. 15, 1916, he was the son of the late William Richard “Dick” and Nora Ardis Jenkinson.  He served in the military in the Army Air Corps during World War II. He graduated from the Tennessee School of Broadcasting in Nashville, Tenn., and returned to Sumter in 1952.  He was then employed as an engineer at WFIG Radio Station and later became the famous “EJ the DJ”.
In 1982 he married Betty Briggs Josephs, his highschool sweetheart.  They had 12 glorious years together before she passed away.
He received his BA degree in elementary education from USC Sumter in 2004 as the oldest graduate ever from that college and has enjoyed substitute teaching ever since then.  He was a very active member of Trinity United Methodist Church of Sumter and the Fellowship Sunday School Class, a member of American Legion P-15 and a member of Sumter Amateur Radio Association.
Surviving is one step-son, William V. Josephs Jr. and his wife Drucilla of Loris; three step-grandsons, William V. “Trey” Josephs III and his wife Marie and Mark J. Josephs  and his wife Shannon, all of Loris, and E. Blake Josephs of Sumter; seven step-great-grandchildren; one brother, Benjamin Ryan Jenkinson of Charlotte, N.C.; one sister, Nell Swartz of Sumter; and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his wife, Betty; two sisters, Annie Mae Beall and Iva Sowell; and one brother, George Jenkinson.
Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. on Monday, May 20, at Trinity United Methodist Church with the Rev. Kevin Gorry officiating.  Burial followed in Sumter Cemetery.
The family received friends at Trinity United Methodist Church on Saturday, May 18, from 12:30 to 2 p.m. prior to the funeral service.
Memorials may be sent to Trinity United Methodist Church, 226 W Liberty St., Sumter, S.C. 29150.
The family is very appreciative of the wonderful staff for their many kindnesses at Tuomey Regional Medical Center.
Elmore-Cannon-Stephens Funeral Home and Crematorium of Sumter served the family.

Nancy Katherine Kingman
Nancy Katherine Kingman of Little River passed away on Thursday, May 16, 2013, at Grand Strand Regional Medical Center in Myrtle Beach.  She was born in Danville, Va., a daughter of the late  Thomas J. and Carrie Walton Hall. She lived most of her life in Maryland before retiring to Little River.
She was married to her loving husband, Howard Kingman Jr., for 60 years.  After staying home to raise five children, she returned to work as a civilian employee at Andrews Air Force Base in Suitland, Md.  During that time, she obtained her paralegal certificate from the University of Maryland and became a certified court reporter in the judge advocate’s office.
In her retirement years, Nancy loved gardening, crocheting, ceramics, traveling and spending time with her family and friends.
She is survived by her husband, Howard Kingman Jr.; two sons, Darryl Kingman and his wife Roanna of Florida and Todd Kingman and his wife Gail of Maryland; three daughters, Valerie Friese and her husband William of Florida, Dawn LeDonne and her husband Ron of North Carolina and Tracey King and her husband Robert of Maryland; 16 grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.
The family received friends from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Monday, May 20, in Lee Funeral Home Chapel with a memorial service following. Entombment took place at Southern Palms Memorial Gardens in North Myrtle Beach.
A message of condolence may be made to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or the  American Cancer Society.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach served the family.

Gale Stevens Lamb
Sandra Gale Stevens Lamb, 59, of Loris passed away on Wednesday, May 15, 2013, at her home following an illness.  
Born on Aug. 25, 1953, in Conway,  she was the daughter of  Daniel Stevens and Allie Stevens.
Mrs. Lamb was a homemaker and a member of New Home Baptist Church.
She is survived by  her sister, Virginia Stanley of Loris; and two brothers, Edward Stevens and his wife  Virgie of Aynor and David Norris and his wife Odessa of Conway.
In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, Rudolph Lamb.
Visitation was held on Friday, May 17,  from 6 until 8 p.m. at Hardwick Funeral Home.
Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 18,  at New Home Baptist Church with the Rev. Ricky Donaldson officiating.
Committal services  followed at Stevens Cemetery.
You may sign her online guest book at hardwickfuneralhome.com.
Hardwick Funeral Home of Loris served the family.

John J. Midura
John J. Midura, 53, of North Myrtle Beach died on Saturday, May 11, 2013, at his home.
A memorial service was held at 11 a.m. on Friday, May 17, in Lee Funeral Home Chapel.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach served the family.

John ‘Jack’ Staub
John “Jack” Staub, 94, of Little River, widower of Bernice Staub, died on Saturday, May 11, 2013.
He was born on Feb. 8, 1919, in Plymouth Meeting, Pa., to John and Laura Staub.
John worked for Ford Aerospace and was a World War II U.S. Navy veteran. He was a life member of Masonic Lodge Shilo 558 in Lansdale, Pa. John moved to Little River in 1984.
Surviving are two daughters, Sandra and Laura; one brother, William; one sister, Almira; and five grandchildren.
He was predeceased by one daughter, Bernice.
Memorial services will be held at a later date at Frieden’s Cemetery in Sumneytown, Pa.
A guest book and details are available at MyrtleBeachFuneralHome.com.
Myrtle Beach Funeral Home is serving the family.

Kathryn L. Syphrett
Kathryn L. Syphrett, 83, of Longs died on Monday, May 13, 2013, at McLeod Seacoast Hospital in Little River.
She was born in New York, N.Y., a daughter of the late Ernest and Marjorie Gordon Alexander.
Kathryn loved sunny days and enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. She was a loving and caring person.
She is survived by her husband, Dennis Syphrett of Longs; four children, Larry, Ronald, Leonard and Karen; eight grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.
A funeral service was held on Thursday, May 16, at 2 p.m. at Cain Funeral Home in Florence. Burial followed in Florence Memorial Gardens.
The family received friends from 1:30 to 2 p.m. prior to the service at the funeral home.
Memorials may be made to McLeod Seacoast Hospice, 4000 Hwy. 9 E., Little River, S.C. 29566.
Cain Funeral Home  of Florence served the family.

Jean Grainger Watts
Jean Grainger Watts, 65, of Tabor City, N.C., went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, May 15, 2013, at Duke Medical Center in Durham, N.C.  
She was born on June 20, 1947, to the late Harvey Rea and Ruth Cordelia Grainger in Marion.  She was also preceded in death by four brothers,  Dennis Rea Grainger, Kenneth Poe Grainger, Jimmy Grainger and Edgar Randy Grainger; and one sister, Virginia Louise Grainger.
She retired from Tabor City Elementary School after 21 years of service, where she was beloved by friends and associates, as well as many children whom she called “her kids”.  She also worked part-time at Dale’s Seafood where she made many friends with co-workers and customers who grew to love her.
She is survived by her husband of 48 years, Allen “Dale” Watts; her son, Chad Watts and his wife Alison of Tabor City; her sister, Patsy Cadieu of Greenville; her God son, Jimmy Cadieu of Greenville; five sisters-in-law,  Rhonda Wooten of Little River, Betsy L. Grainger and Mary Williamson, both of Tabor City, Diana Grainger of Green Sea and Carolyn Grainger of Chadbourn, N.C.; and eight nieces and nephews.
Visitation was on Saturday, May 18, from 6 to 8 p.m. in Inman Funeral Home of Tabor City.  
Funeral services were held on Sunday, May 19, at 2 p.m. in Inman Funeral Home Chapel. Burial followed in Forest Lawn Cemetery.
Inman Funeral Home of Tabor City served the family.

Douglas L. Whitehurst
Douglas L. Whitehurst, 58, of Little River died on Saturday, May 18, 2013, at home surrounded by his loving family.
Born on Oct. 28, 1954, in St. Louis, Mo., he was the son of Sarah Betts Whitehurst and the late Frank Russell Whitehurst.
Other than his mother of St. Louis, he is survived by his wife, Nancy Yencho Whitehurst; one brother, Frank Whitehurst (Belinda) of Houston, Texas; one sister, Linda Morgan (John) of St. Louis; and two step-children, Laetitia Dawson and Luke Hnatkovich.  
He was predeceased by his son, Timothy.
A memorial service was held at 4 p.m. on Tuesday, May 21, in Lee Funeral Home Chapel.  The family received friends following the service.  
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Rolling Thunder SC 3, P.O. Box 370, North Myrtle Beach, S.C. 29597 or to the charity of one’s choice.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach served the family.

OBITUARIES FROM MAY 16, 2013 EDITION

Dennis Earl Cook
Dennis Earl Cook, 64, of Loris passed away on Tuesday, May 7, 2013.
He was born in Conway, a son of the late Lester Rufus Cook and the late Pauline Ray Cook.  He was a veteran of the United States Air Force serving in the Vietnam War and was a member of Loris First Baptist Church.  He taught at Loris Middle School for over 20 years and was a coach.  He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and brother.
He enjoyed music, playing guitar and other instruments, singing, cooking and playing golf.  He never met a stranger, was always willing to help others and was loved by all who knew him.
Surviving are his wife, Ruby Steen Cook of Loris; two sons, Daniel Cook (Marina) and Jim Cook, all of Loris; two brothers, Harold Cook (Hilda) and Ricky Cook (Cindy), all of Lancaster; two sisters, Rachel Helms (Michael) and Janice Moore (Terry), all of Lancaster; and five grandchildren, Camryn Cook, Kaitlyn Cook, Austin Cook, Felix Cook and Kaya Cook, all of Loris.
Funeral services were held at 3 p.m. on Saturday, May 11,  at Loris First Baptist Church with the Rev. Drew Jackson, Dr. Jim Mezick and the Rev. Hunter Johnson officiating.  The family received friends on Saturday, May 11, from 2 to 3 p.m. in the fellowship hall.  Burial followed in Happy Home Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to Loris First Baptist Church, Music Ministry or General Fund, 3117 Main St., Loris, S.C. 29569.
Sign an online guest book at www.goldfinchfuneralhome.com.
Goldfinch Funeral Home, Loris Chapel, served the family.

Roy Blake Denison
Roy Blake Denison, 76, of Little River was born on March 11, 1936, to Oscar Madison Denison and Elizabeth Bledsoe Denison in Wheelwright, Ky.
He passed away peacefully in his sleep on Monday, Jan. 28, 2013, in Myrtle Beach.
Roy was a devoted and loving husband, father and grandfather and loyal friend to members of the community. He served in the Marines and the Army, offering his service in Korea and eventually at Ft. Meyer in Arlington, Va. After his service in the military, he started his own businesses before retiring to live in Myrtle Beach for the last 20 years. He was a decorated veteran, a Kentucky Colonel, a member of the Lions Club and a Methodist, often giving to others anonymously with humility and compassion.
He was an exceptional father to two daughters, Denise Denison Erkeneff and Dianne Denison Atkinson; father to son-in-law Rick Erkeneff; and grandfather to Elenna Erkeneff, Emma Erkeneff and Camille Denison Atkinson.
Roy was also a proud brother and uncle to Wayne, John and Robert Denison, who shared Roy’s passion for basketball, golf and life.
He leaves behind his best friend and life companion, Cassandra Wallace of Myrtle Beach.
It is the family’s privilege to have been blessed by his truly exceptional sprit, presence and daily guidance.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in his memory to the American Lung Association (www.lung.org) and Regency Hospice (www.regencyhospice.com) so that these organizations continue to have a positive impact on the lives of others like him.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach served the family.

Nancy Fiset
Nancy Fiset, 78, of Little River passed away on Monday, May 13, 2013, at Agape Senior Center in Conway.
Ms. Fiset was born in Albany, N.Y., a daughter of the late Paul and Mary Rainis.
She retired from New York State as a computer programmer for the department of motor vehicles.
She is survived by four children, James Fiset (Dianne), Nadine Murray, Maribeth MacConel Dodd (Dennis) and Joanne Flanders (Jack); five grandchildren, Tim Hodge, Rheana Murray, Bill MacConel, Tom Fiset and Dan Fiset; one brother, Donald Rainis; several nieces and nephews; and her close friend Rillie Baker (Phil).
She was predeceased by her loving partner Dr. Eugene P. Shelly; and one granddaughter, Janis Murray.
A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, May 16, in Lee Funeral Home Chapel.
In lieu of flowers, you may donate to The Agape Senior Center in Conway at www.askagape.com.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home & Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach is serving the family.

Josephine ‘Jo’ Esther Gersdorff
Josephine “Jo” Esther Gersdorff, 92, of Little River passed away in the Loris Extended Care Center in Loris on Wednesday, May 8, 2013.  She was born on Sept. 23, 1920, in Dover, Ohio, the oldest daughter of the late Clarence L. and Clara E. Schick.
She graduated from Dover High School in 1938 and received a BA degree from Flora Stone Mather College, Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio, in 1942. 
During World War II Jo worked as a cryptanalyst for the Army Signal Corps (later became National Security Agency) in Washington, D.C.  Upon returning to Dover, she taught French and Spanish for 21 years.  She relocated to the Myrtle Beach area in 2011.
She is survived by her daughter, Diane and son-in-law, Ricky Shell, of Little River; one sister Mary Margaret (Gilbert) Rawlings of Hilton Head Island; and a one granddaughter, Sarah (Phillip) Newton of Charlotte, N.C.
The family received friends from 2 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, May 11, at Lee Funeral Home.
Memorial gifts may be made to the Dover High School Student Benefit Activity Fund, a fund set up to help students in financial need in Dover.
A message of condolence may be made to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach served the family.

Annie Mildred Lee
Annie Mildred Lee, 82, of Little River died on Sunday, May 12, 2013, at home surrounded by her family.
Born on Nov. 28, 1931, she was the daughter of the late Marion and Lucille Jordan Rowell.
She is survived by her three children, Larry Lee, Patsy L. Hutchinson and Gail Lee; one brother, Wendell Rowell; one sister, Barbara Blanton; nine grandchildren; and one greatgrandchild.
The family received friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, May 14, at Lee Funeral Home.
Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, May 15, in Lee Funeral Home Chapel.  Entombment followed at North Myrtle Beach Memorial Gardens in Little River.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, 2102 Pleasant Grove Road, Loris, S.C.  29569.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach served the family.

William B. McGuire Jr.
William B. McGuire Jr., 72, of Longs,  formerly of Wilkes-Barre, Pa., passed away on Saturday, May 11, 2013, at his home in Longs.
Born on July 20, 1940, and raised in Wilkes-Barre, he was the son of the late William and Alice McGuire.
He was a graduate of Meyers High School in the Class of 1958 and attended King’s College.  McGuire was a U.S. Army veteran and worked as an auditor for Metropolitan Insurance Company for several years, then joined Local 38 Insulators Union and worked with them until his retirement.  He was a member of St. Aloysius Church in Wilkes-Barre.  Mr. McGuire moved to South Carolina seven years ago. He enjoyed playing golf and going to the beach.  He was a great fan of Notre Dame.
Survivors include his wife, Harriet Burden McGuire; one sister, Rosemary Lloyd of Glen Summit, Pa.; two step-daughters, Cheryl Casty (Gary) of Easton, Pa., and Kimberly Yingst (William) of Davidson, N.C.; two grandchildren, Abby Yingst and Will Yingst; several nieces; one nephew; and his beloved dog, Maggie.
He was predeceased by two brothers, James McGuire and Edward McGuire; and one sister, Alice.
A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, May 25, at St. Aloysius Church in Wilkes-Barre. Father John Terry, a family friend, will officiate the service.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach is serving the family.

Ora Mae Milam
Ora Mae Milam (Miss Mae), 106, of Little River went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, May 9, 2013.  She was born in Norton, Va., on Sept. 13, 1906, to Dona Arlene Dean and Henry Patrick Collier.  She had four brothers, Earl, Hud, Fletcher and CB; and one sister, Estelle.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph G. Milam; one son, Jesse Edward Milam; and two grandchildren, Jerome ‘Buzz’ Stafford and Mike Abbess.
She is survived by three daughters,  Virginia Lee McLean,  Betty Stafford and  Kathryn Abbess (James);  eight grandchildren, David Chafin, Daryl Chafin, Carla Mae Roberts, Robert Stafford, Brenda Noe (Truman),  Della Ramsey (Randall), Jameel Abbess and Shawn Patrick Milam; many great-grandchildren; and great-great-grandchildren.
She enjoyed bread baking and gardening and her potato salad was always a hit at covered dish dinners at her church, Living Water Baptist Church in Longs.
A celebration of life was held at 11 a.m. on Monday, May 13, at Living Water Baptist Church.  The family received friends following the service.  Burial was at Sunset Cemetery in Galloway, Ohio.
The family would like to thank Caris Hospice of Conway as well as Debra Farmer and Lillian Hickman, who were far more than caregivers.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Living Water Baptist Church, 1569 Hwy. 9 E., Longs, S.C.  29568.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach served the family.

Eva Mae Robinson
Eva Mae Robinson, 55, of Little River died on Monday, May 6, 2013.
She was born on Nov. 9, 1957.
She is survived by one son, Andrew L. Robinson Sr.; one grandson, Andrew L. Robinson II; and four sisters.
Visitation was held on Sunday, May 12, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the McKiever Funeral Home Chapel.
A funeral service was held on Monday, May 13, at 2 p.m. at  Mt. Calvary #2 MB Church.
Interment followed in the church cemetery.
McKiever Funeral Home served the family.

William A. ‘Baywatch’ Rooks
William A. “Baywatch” Rooks, 57,  of Myrtle Beach passed away on Saturday, May 11, 2013.
He was born on May 19, 1955, in Wilmington, N.C., to the late Al Rooks Sr. and Dr. Hilda Merritt Carter of Myrtle Beach.
He is survived by his four children, William Rooks Jr., Sylvia Peyton, William Burkett and Devin Burkett Mixon; and two brothers, Al Rooks Jr. and Jackie Thompson Jr.
Funeral services were held on Tuesday, May 14, at 2 p.m. at Myrtle Beach Funeral Home.
Myrtle Beach Funeral Home of Myrtle Beach served the family.

OBITUARIES FROM MAY 9, 2013 EDITION

Amber Marie Berbiglia
Amber Marie Berbiglia, 23, of Little River died on Friday, May 3, 2013.
The family received friends from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, May 7, in Lee Funeral Home Chapel. A prayer service was held at 7 p.m. in the funeral home chapel.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach served the family.

Margaret Hannah Crutchfield
Margaret Hannah Crutchfield, 76, of North Myrtle Beach died on Wednesday, May 1, 2013, at Summit Place in Little River.
Born on March 18, 1937, in Busby Fork, N.C., she was the daughter of the late Theodore and Julia Strayhorn Dixon.
She is survived by her husband, Van Crutchfield;  two sons,  Kim Crutchfield and Todd Crutchfield; two brothers, Hoover Dixon and Ed Dixon; and two sisters, Mary Ann Rowland and Nannie Lou McBane.  
She was predeceased by two brothers, William Dixon and Jake Dixon; and two sisters, Lottie  Dixon and Cora Dixon.
Graveside services were held in Saxatahaw, N.C.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, 1039 44th Ave. N., Myrtle Beach, S.C. 29572.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach served the family.

Henry E. ‘Ed’ Dean
Henry E. “Ed” Dean, 88, of Little River died on Thursday, May 2, 2013, at home surrounded by his loving family.
Born on June 30, 1924, in Brooklyn, N.Y., he was the son of the late Henry E. and Edna Bausert Dean Sr.
He was a U.S. Navy veteran, serving during World War II aboard the USS Livermore.  He was a graduate of Jamaica High School in Queens, N.Y., and attended Wagner College in Staten Island, N.Y.  
Ed and his wife, Marion, were married on Feb. 1, 1947.  He was employed as a sales representative with PPG Paint Division for a number of years, then as job supervisor at Schiller Decorator Company in New York City.  In 1960, Ed and Marion formed Edmar Caning Shop in Commack, Long Island, N.Y.  In 1986 they retired to the Carolinas. Ed had many interests, including boating, bowling, opera, playing the organ and reading.  
Survivors include his wife of 66 years, Marion of Little River;  his daughter, Carol and her husband Steve and granddaughter Kristen, of Wilmington, N.C.; his daughter, Linda, granddaughter, Tracy, and three greatgrandchildren, all  of New Bern, N.C.
At Ed’s request, his body was cremated with no viewing or services.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach served the family.

Bailey Joe “B.J.” Doyle
Bailey Joe “B.J.” Doyle, 55, of Conway passed away on Saturday, May 4, 2013, at Conway Medical Center in Conway following a sudden illness.
Born on Oct. 15, 1957, in Loris, he was the son of  Alma Lee Causey Doyle and the late Ben Duff “B.D.” Doyle. He worked as a carpenter and was a Baptist.
Including his mother, he is survived by a special friend, Debbie Spivey of Conway; one brother, Doug Doyle of Loris; and two sisters, Eloise Doyle Hunt and Clarisse Doyle Sanders, both of Conway.
Visitation was held on Tuesday, May 7,  from 6 until 8 p.m. at Hardwick Funeral Home.
Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, May 8, at Hardwick Memorial Chapel with the Rev. Bill Thompson and the Rev. Allen Singletary officiating.
Committal services followed at Fox Branch Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to the National Federation of the Blind, Loris Chapter No. 33, 186 Pond View Road, Loris, S.C. 29569.
Sign Mr. Doyle’s online guest book at hardwickfuneralhome.com.
Hardwick Funeral Home of Loris served the family.

Madalyn Yeater Johnson
Madalyn Yeater Johnson, 90, of North Myrtle Beach passed away on Saturday, May 4, 2013, in Madison, Wis.
She was born on March 8, 1923.
She was the widow of Irskel “Ike” Raymond Yeater and Charles Putney Johnson.
Mrs. Johnson resided in North Myrtle Beach from 1982 until 2002. She was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church in North Myrtle Beach.
Survivors include her daughter, Mary Yeater Rathbun of Monona, Wis.; and her grandson, Michael F. Rathbun of New Orleans, La.
Graveside services were held at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, May 8, at Southern Palms Memorial Gardens in North Myrtle Beach. The family received friends following the service in the fellowship hall at Trinity United Methodist Church.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Trinity United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 373, North Myrtle Beach, S.C. 29597.
An online guest book is available at www.msfh.net.

Dane Michael Rebochak
Dane Michael Rebochak, 27, of Myrtle Beach died on Thursday, May 2, 2013.
Dane adored his family and friends, loved walking on the beach with his girlfriend Lauren and while it’s said about many, his smile and sense of humor truly could brighten a room. He turned strangers into friends and so many of them he called his brothers. He called them survivors after all they had been through together. He will truly be missed by all.
He is survived by his mother, Rebecca of Windber, Pa.; and one sister, Tori, of Little River; his “Aunt Gail and Cooker”  of Windber; two cousins, Julia Overfield of Long Beach, MS, and Lisa Perez Barnes of Windber; Ruth, second mom to Tori and Dane; and such a wonderful family spanning the country.
He was preceded in death by his beloved father, Michael Rebochak.
The family received friends from 2 to 4 p.m. on Monday, May 6, at Lee Funeral Home in Little River, with a reception to follow at Jay’s in Little River.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach served the family.

OBITUARIES FROM MAY 2, 2013 EDITION

Dorothy Bright
Dorothy Bright, 85, of Longs died on Monday, April 29, 2013, at Grand Strand Regional Medical Center in Myrtle Beach.
Born on April 25, 1928, in Hoboken, N.J., she was the daughter of the late William and Matilda Drescher.
She is survived by her children, Robert Bright and Barbara Clarke; four grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and one great-great grandchild.
The family will receive friends from 11 a.m. to 12 noon on Friday, May 3, at Lee Funeral Home Chapel.  
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach is serving the family.

James Allen Carlisle
James Allen Carlisle, 62, of Conway died on Monday, April 29, 2013, at his home.
He was born on Aug. 11, 1950, in  Southport, N.C.,  the son of  John W. and the late Doreen Carlisle Floyd.
Survivors include  his father of Southport; two sons, Michael Carlisle and Matthew J. Carlisle; one daughter, Angela Corletto; two brothers, Donald Outlaw and Harvey Outlaw Jr.; three sisters, Ann Gray, Debbie Outlaw and Bobbie Outlaw.
A graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. on Thursday, May 2, at Tilly Swamp Baptist Church Cemetery.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach is serving the family.

Dr. Lee Monroe Day
Dr. Lee Monroe Day, 90, of State College, Pa., passed away on Tuesday, April 23, 2013.
He was born on his family’s farm near Thayer, Iowa, on Feb. 25, 1923, the son of Samuel Gordon Day and Helen Swindler Day.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his sister, Ruth Day; and his brother, John Day.
His education was interrupted by service in the U.S. Navy during World War II.  He earned his B.S. degree in 1947 and his M.S. degree in 1948 from Iowa State University, where he was a member of the Farm House fraternity.
He married Joan Meredith of Des Moines, Iowa, on Sept. 8, 1948.  He earned his Ph.D. degree from the University of Minnesota in 1953, prior to which he joined the faculty as an Assistant Professor of Agricultural Economics at the University of Wisconsin until 1955.
Upon his retirement, his love of golf took him and Jodi to North Myrtle Beach,  where he served as president and co-founder of the North Myrtle Beach Citizens Association and as a member of the Horry County Solid Waste Authority.  
He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Jodi Day; his son, Michael Day and his wife Carol Ann of Hagerstown, Md.;  his daughter, Merelee Garrison and her husband Dr. David Garrison, of State College; six grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.
The family will host a memorial reception in the Cub Lounge at the Village at Penn State on Saturday, May 11.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Meals on Wheels, 205 S. Garner St., State College, PA 16801 or Centre County Paws, 1401 Trout Road, State College, PA 16801.
Online condolences and signing of the guest book may be entered at www.kochfuneralhome.com.
Kock Funeral Home of State College is serving the family.

Boyce M. ‘Murray’ Elliott Jr.
Boyce M. “Murray” Elliott Jr., 67,  of North Myrtle Beach died Sunday, April 28, 2013, at Agape Rehab of Conway.
Born on Dec. 23, 1945, in Rock Hill, he was the son of the late Boyce M. and Beatrice Bailey Elliott.
He was a sergeant in the National Guard, owner of the Beach Service and a well known lifeguard in the Ocean Drive section of North Myrtle Beach.
He is survived by one son, Ashton M. Elliott of Little River; one daughter, Lana D. Elliott of Little River; two brothers, Keith Elliott and Alan Elliott, both of Rock Hill; and three grandchildren, Braeden, Mya and Mattie.
The family received friends from 6 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, May 1, at Lee Funeral Home followed by a funeral service at 7 p.m. in the funeral home chapel.
A private graveside service will be held on Thursday, May 2, at North Myrtle Beach Memorial Gardens in Little River.  
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Lakeside Baptist Church, P.O. Box 237, North Myrtle Beach, S.C. 29582.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach is serving the family.

Nancy Lee Henderson Graham
Nancy Lee Henderson Graham, 86, of Loris passed away on Monday, April 29, 2013, at Agape Rehabilitation of Conway.
Born on Sept. 29, 1926, in Nichols, she was the daughter of Edward Worth Henderson and Zelma Lee Stephens Henderson.
She was a farmer, homemaker and attended Mt. Vernon Baptist Church.
Survivors include one daughter, Janet Graham of Conway; one brother, James Worth Henderson of Scotia, N.Y.; one sister, Genell Henderson of Loris; and many loving nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, she  was predeceased by her husband, William Genair “Strick” Graham; one brother, Grafton Leo Henderson; and two sisters, Esmal Henderson Jones and Irma Ann Henderson Cook.
Visitation was on  Wednesday, May 1,  from 1 to 3 p.m. at Hardwick Funeral Home.
Graveside services were held at 4 p.m. on  Wednesday, May 1, at Riverside Cemetery in Nichols with the Rev. Earl Elvis officiating.
Memorials may be made to Agape Hospice, 128A Professional Park Drive, Conway, S.C. 29526.
Sign her online guest book at hardwickfuneralhome.com.
Hardwick Funeral Home of Loris served the family.

David Franklin ‘Frank’ Hayes
David Franklin “Frank” Hayes, 92,  of North Myrtle Beach died peacefully at home on Wednesday, April 17, 2013, with his wife, Iris, and son, David by his side.
He was the youngest son of James E. and Annie B. Hayes of Whiteville, N.C., where he grew up. He worked for Akers Motor Lines in Greensboro, N.C., and Charlotte, N.C., and in 1991 he and his wife, Iris, retired to North Myrtle Beach. He enjoyed feeding and watching the birds in his back yard, picking fresh fruit and vegetables to share with family and friends and generally enjoying the simple pleasures of life.
He was preceded in death by a daughter, Leanne; two brothers, Robert Hayes and James Hayes; and  two sisters, Gladys Turner and Ethel Simons.
He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Iris Parrish Hayes of North Myrtle Beach; and his son, David Hayes of Wilmington, N.C.
The family would like to give a special thanks to InCare Home Health & Hospice and especially to Hospice nurse, Trish Kreutziger and Hospice aide, Brenda Vereen, for their devoted care.
A graveside service was held on Saturday, April 27, at 1  p.m. at Whiteville Memorial Cemetery with the Rev. Jeff Wallace officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to InCare Home Health & Hospice, 4685 Hwy. 17 S. Bypass, Myrtle Beach, S.C. 29577 or the Alzheimer’s Association, 1105 45th Ave., Suite 109, Myrtle Beach, S.C. 29577.

Gregory Barry Looper
Gregory Barry Looper, 33, of Clarendon,  N.C., died on Wednesday, April 24, 2013, at McLeod Loris Hospital in Loris.
Born in Loris, he was the son of Shirley Sellers Looper and the late William Barry Looper.
He is survived by his mother; and one brother, Anthony Gray of Elizabethtown, Pa.  
A memorial service was held on Monday, April 29, at 2 p.m. in Forest Lawn Cemetery in Tabor City, N.C., by the Rev. Buddy Seay.  
Inman Funeral Home of Tabor City served the family.

John Marvin Rabon
John Marvin Rabon, 68, of Loris passed away on Monday, April 29, 2013.
He was born in Loris, a son of the late Don Rabon and the late Eula Mae Hinson Rabon.
He was a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps and served his country in the Vietnam War. Mr. Rabon was a graduate of Green Sea High School and spent his life farming.
He was predeceased by two sisters, Beatrice Milligan and Edna Blanton; and one brother, Edward Rabon.
Survivors include one son, John Matthew Rabon of the home; two daughters, Amanda Floyd (Keith) of Green Sea and Rachel Meadows (David) of Loris; three sisters, Ernestine Boone (Les) of Conway, Bobbie Jean Black of Charleston and Shirley Hodges of Loris; one brother, Paul Rabon (Eulee) of Conway; and five grandchildren, Nicole, Natalie, Nate, Gabriel and Gage.
The family received friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, April 30, at Goldfinch Funeral Home, Loris Chapel.
Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, May 1, at Goldfinch Funeral Home, Loris Chapel.
Burial with military honors followed in Bayboro Baptist Church Cemetery.
Sign an online guest book at www.goldfinchfuneralhome.com.
Goldfinch Funeral Home, Loris Chapel, served the family.

Carleen Mincey Sarvis
Carleen Mincey Sarvis, 89, of Loris passed away on Sunday, April 28, 2013,  at Carolinas Hospital System in Florence following an illness.  
Born on Feb. 16, 1924, in Loris, she was the daughter of Fletcher Marion Mincey and Mary Frances Norris Mincey.
She was a homemaker and a Baptist but will be most remembered as a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother.
Survivors include her four daughters, Bernice Stevens and her husband James of Swansea, Elouise Hulon of Chadbourn, N.C, Alene Cotton and her husband Bobby of Goldsboro, N.C., and Patsy Vaught and her  husband, Woody of Longs;  one son, James Sarvis of Columbia; two brothers, Donnie Mincey and his wife Pat of Loris and F. M. Mincey of North Charleston; two sisters, Rosie Barnhill and Eula Livingston, both of Loris; seven grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; and many loving family members and friends.
In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, Leroy Sarvis; one infant daughter; two grandsons; four brothers, Bill Mincey, Fletcher Clifton Mincey Sr., C. D. Mincey and Homer Mincey; and two sisters, Gladys Hewitt and Myrtle Blanton.
The family received friends from 1 to 3 p.m. prior to services at Hardwick Funeral Home.
Funeral services were held at 3 p.m. on Tuesday, April 30,  at Hardwick Memorial Chapel with the Rev. John Blanton and the Rev. Terry Wilder officiating.
Committal services  followed at Cane Branch Cemetery.  
 Sign her online guest book at hardwickfuneralhome.com.
Hardwick Funeral Home of Loris served the family.

Virgil A. Wilkins
Virgil A. Wilkins, 85, of Little River passed away on Thursday, April 25, 2013.
He retired from active duty from the U.S. Air Force.
He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Rosa L. Wilkins; one son, Virgil Harvey Wilkins of Charleston; one daughter, Terry Wilkins of Atlanta, Ga.; one brother, Eron Wilkins Jr. of Lindsay, Okla.; and special friends, Lee Grissett, April Vaught and Ollie Salenas.
Graveside services were held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 27, at the chapel of Southern Palms Memorial Gardens in North Myrtle Beach.
Sign his guest book available at www.MyrtleBeachFuneralHome.com.
Myrtle Beach Funeral Home of Myrtle Beach served the family.

OBITUARIES FROM APRIL 25, 2013 EDITION

Halberta C. Bourne
Halberta C. Bourne,  81, of Longs, wife of the late Leo Francis Bourne Sr. of Bourne Trail, died on Friday, April 19, 2013, at her residence following an extended illness.
She was born in Conway, a daughter of the late Cosby and Ann Housand Chestnut.  She was a member of the North Myrtle Beach Lions Club.  She enjoyed cooking and gardening.
She was preceded in death by one brother, Elroy “Sonny” Chestnut; and one sister, Betty Edge Reaves.
Survivors include one son, Leo Francis Bourne Jr. of Longs; one daughter, Connie  Kay Edge of Longs; two grandchildren,  Kevin J. Bourne (Stephanie) and Nina Carpenter (Chris); five great-grandchildren, Halleigh, Brooklynn, Dylan, Drew and Jessaka; one sister, Linda C. Buck of North Carolina; and two half-brothers, Cosby Chestnut and Dean Chestnut, both of California.
The family received friends at the funeral home on Monday, April 22, from 6 until 8 p.m.
Graveside services were held at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, April 23,  at Southern Palms Memorial Gardens in North Myrtle Beach.
Sign an online guest book at www.goldfinchfuneralhome.com.
Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway Chapel, served the family.

Mattie L. Fowler
Mattie L. Fowler, 93, of Loris died on Thursday, April 18, 2013, in McLeod Loris Hospital in Loris.
Born in Loris, she was the daughter of the late Carlie Aaron and Arcie Melvina Fowler and the widow of the late Brookie William Fowler.  
She was a member of Dogwood Hill Baptist Church, a homemaker and a loving, devoted mother, grandmother, aunt and friend.  
She was preceded in death by three brothers, Harvey Fowler, Clifton Fowler and Oliver “Tommy” Fowler; three sisters, Clora Mae Killman, Essie Fowler and Myrtle Fipps; and one granddaughter, Traci Fowler.  
She is survived by a son, Frankie J. Fowler of Loris; a brother, Wade Fowler of Loris; two grandchildren, Deana Cox (Kenny) and Kimberly Fowler; seven great-grandchildren,  Danyelle Moreno, Blake Cox, Whitney Fowler, Gary Cox (Kaylee), Daniel Gibson, Jennie Jo Williamson and Loni Brooke Cox; and six great-great-grandchildren, Jessica Moreno, Selena Moreno, Kaydyn Fowler, Noah Cox, Haven Moreno and Leah Grace Cox.
Visitation was held on Saturday, April 20, from 6 to 8 p.m. in Inman Funeral Home of Tabor City, N.C.  
Funeral services were held on Sunday, April 21, at 2 p.m. in  Inman Funeral Home Chapel with burial following in Twin City Memorial Gardens in Loris.
A guest book is available at inmanfuneralhome.com
Inman Funeral Home of Tabor City served the family.

Shelby Hickman Hardwick
Shelby Hickman Hardwick, 75, of North Myrtle Beach died on Thursday, April 18, 2013 at home surrounded by her loving and devoted family.
Born on Oct. 7, 1937, in Brunswick County, N.C., she was the daughter of the late Grover and Geneare Carter Hickman.
Shelby was a Baptist, a member of The Surf Club and an avid golfer.
Survivors include her husband of 50 years, Grady Hardwick; two daughters, Gina Jones (Donald) and Jill Greene; two brothers, William A. Hickman and Kennon L. Hickman; and four grandchildren, Jade Greene, Rachel Greene, Race Jones and Jacob Jones.
The family received friends from 1 to 3 p.m. on Saturday, April 20, in Lee Funeral Home Chapel.  
Funeral services were held at 3 p.m. in the funeral home chapel.
Interment will be private with the family following the service.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Mercy Care, 8216 Devon Ct., Myrtle Beach, S.C. 29572 or Lakeside Baptist Church, P.O. Box 237, North Myrtle Beach, S.C.  29597.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach served the family.

Ralph M. Henderson
Ralph M. Henderson, 79, of Emery Road in Loris, formerly of Surfside Beach, died on Monday, April 22, 2013, at Grand Strand Regional Medical Center in Myrtle Beach.
He was born in Horry County, the son of the late Ralph Jack and Reba Martin Henderson. He was a retired U.S. Air Force veteran of the Vietnam War and retired from the city of Myrtle Beach. He was a member of Pleasant Hill Baptist Church.
He was preceded in death by one son, David Henderson; one step-son, Kim Hughes; and one brother, Jack Henderson.
Surviving are his wife, Pauline Todd Henderson of Loris; two sons, Dennis Lee Henderson (Terry) and Darren Thomas Henderson (Kimberly), all of California; two step-children, Phyllis Cooke (Charles) of Loris and Lenore Hughes Shelley (Ronnie) of Green Sea; six grandchildren, Denise Abriel, Cassandra Moulton, Dennis Brown, Charles Cooke Jr., Paula Kelsey and Kim T. Hughes II; eight great-grandchildren, Andrew Abriel, Emily Kelsey, Sarah Kelsey, Patrick Kelsey, Ethan Kelsey, Dennis Brown II, Crystal Sprouse, Paige Cooke and Charles Cooke III; one great-great-grandchild, Tanner Sprouse; one brother, Bobby Henderson (Naomi) of Charleston; and loving cousins and church family.
Funeral services will be held at 4 p.m. on Thursday, April 25, at Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway Chapel, with the Rev. Mack Hutson officiating. Entombment with full military honors will follow in Hillcrest Mausoleum in Conway.
The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.
Memorials may be sent to Pleasant Hill Baptist Church, 6907 Hwy. 905, Conway, S.C. 29526.
Sign a guest book at www.goldfinchfuneralhome.com.
Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway Chapel, is serving the family.

Margaret Kennon
Margaret Kennon, 55, of Little River died on Friday, April 19, 2013, at Grand Strand Regional Medical Center in Myrtle Beach.
Born on Dec. 12, 1957, in White Plains, N.Y., she was the daughter of Marilyn Collins Griffin and the late John Griffin.
She is survived by her husband, Robert Kennon of Little River; two children, Kyle Kennon and Hayley Kennon, both of Little River; three brothers, John W. Griffin (Lisa), T. Patrick Griffin (Judy) and F. Michael Griffin (Ellen), all of White Plains; and one sister, Kathleen Hands (John) of Little River.
The family received friends from 5 to 7 p.m. on Monday, April 22, at Lee Funeral Home.
A funeral mass was celebrated at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, April 23, at Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church in North Myrtle Beach.  A memorial service will be held at a later date in New York.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, 950 48th Ave. N., Suite 101, Myrtle Beach, S.C. 29577.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach served the family.

M.G. Pipkin
M.G. Pipkin, 92, of North Myrtle Beach died on Tuesday, April 16, 2013.
The family received friends from 4 to 5 p.m. on Friday, April 19, at Lee Funeral Home.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach served the family.

OBITUARIES FROM APRIL 18, 2013 EDITION

Robert ‘Bobby’ Ross Barton Jr.
Robert “Bobby” Ross Barton Jr.,  47, of Loris passed away on Tuesday, April 9, 2013, at home following an illness.  
Born on Sept. 8, 1965, in Fort Myers, Fla., he was the son of the late Robert Ross Barton Sr. and Nancy K. Barton.
He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Loris.
Survivors are including his mother of the home; two sisters, Kay Lynn Humphry of Fredericksburg, Va., and Penny Sue Modlin and her husband Bob of Dunedin, Fla.; a niece and nephew, Brandy Rohs and Aaron Chesson; and great-niece and great-nephews, Jaiden Rohs, Tyler Rohs and Austin Fisk.
Memorial services will be announced.
Those wishing to do so may make memorials to the First Presbyterian Church of Loris Building Fund, P.O. Box 425, Loris, S.C. 29569.  
You may sign his online guest book at hardwickfuneralhome.com.
Hardwick Funeral Home of Loris is serving the family.

Linda Jean Rolison Bush
Linda Jean Rolison Bush, 65, of Loris passed away on Sunday, April 14, 2013, at Grand Strand Regional Medical Center in Myrtle Beach following a sudden illness.
Born on Aug. 28, 1947, in Warsaw, N.Y., she was the daughter of Harry Bruce Rolison  Sr. and  Madeline Jennings Rolison.  She was a member of the Catholic Church of the Resurrection in Loris.
Survivors include her loving husband of 47 years,  David Anthony Bush.
In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her brother, Harry Bruce Rolison Jr.
Memorial services will be held at a later date.  Friends and relatives are invited to join her husband on Saturday, April 20,  from 4 until 7 p.m. for a visitation at his home. Those wishing to do so may make memorial donations to the charity of their choice.
Sign her online guest book at hardwickfuneralhome.com.
Hardwick Funeral Home of Loris is serving the family.

Reinhard Geisel
Reinhard Geisel, 79, of Longs passed  away on Friday, April 5, 2013, at the SECU Hospice House of Brunswick.
He was born in Pforzheim, Germany, on Feb. 14, 1934, and immigrated to the United States in 1965.  He worked in Conneticut as a tool and cie maker until his retirement at which time he relocated to South Carolina.  
He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Irmgard Geisel; one daughter, Petra Ordini and her husband Ken Ordini; and two granddaughters, Alexis Ordini and Emma Ordini.
A celebration of life service was held at 11a.m. on Saturday, April 13, at Lee Funeral Home in Little River.
Rest in peace, you may be gone, but you will never be forgotten.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach served the family.

Charles Ray Halley
Charles Ray Halley, 72, of North Myrtle Beach died on Saturday, April 13, 2013, at Grand Strand Regional Medical Center in Myrtle Beach.
Born on Dec. 20, 1940, in Fort Benton, he was the son of the late Warren and Edna Halley.
After 38 years as a statistician for the U.S. Department of Agriculture, he retired to Barefoot Resort. He was an avid fisherman and active in the golfing community at Barefoot.
He is survived by his wife, Joyce; his daughter, Lynnette Melbostad of Scottsdale, Ariz.; two sons, Brett Halley of Clive, Iowa, and Craig Halley of Austin, Texas;  two sisters, Elaine Courtnage of Big Sandy, Mont., and Sharon Roudebush of Geraldine, Mont.; two step-daughters, Anne Green of Washington, D.C., and  Pauline Hartley of Saginaw, Texas; four grandchildren; three step-grandchildren; and one step-great-grandchild.
Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association, Gift Processing Center, P.O. Box 78851, Phoenix, AZ 85062-8851.
No formal services are planned at this time.
An online guest register is available at www.msfh.net.
McMillan-Small Funeral Home of Myrtle Beach served the family.

Aliene Dewitt Livingston
Aliene Dewitt Livingston, 87, of Wampee died on Sunday, April 7, 2013, at home following an illness.
Funeral services were held on Friday, April 12, at 1 p.m. at Chesterfield Baptist Church.
Burial followed in the church cemetery.
Latimer’s Funeral Home of Conway served the family.

Everett ‘Ev’ M. Manning
Everett “Ev” M. Manning, 91, of North Myrtle Beach passed away on Monday, April 8, 2013, at Grand Strand Regional Medical Center in Myrtle Beach.
Born in East Orange, N.J., on Feb. 13, 1922, Everett was a son of the late Everett S. and Wilhelmina Heiter Manning.
He resided in Livingston, N.J., for 27 years before retiring to Myrtle Beach in 1985.
He was predeceased by his parents; his younger brother Stan; and one sister Betty (Evans).
He served in the Army Air Force during World War II. He was stationed with the “Little Eagle Squadron” in Debden, England, for three years as an air traffic controller. As a 22-year-old he was in charge of sending the first bombers across the English Channel into France on D-Day.
He was a graduate of Susquehanna University in the class of 1950, graduating with a B.S. degree in business. He began his career with CIT Corporation, then owned his own business Mearamac Associates in Livingston.
He loved the ocean where he spent much of his youth and later his retirement in South Carolina.
Surviving are his wife of 62 years, Jeanne Kahler Manning of North Myrtle Beach; two sons, Robert W. Manning  and his wife Martha of Wilmington, Del., and David E. Manning and his wife Lisa of Galloway, N.J; one brother, Jack Manning and his wife Bernice of Jackson, N.J.; and two grandchildren, David Manning and Lea Manning.
A celebration of life memorial service was held at 11 a.m. on Monday, April 15, at King of Glory Lutheran Church in  North Myrtle Beach with the Rev. Pam Cook officiating.
Memorials may be made to King of Glory Lutheran Church, 818 Jordan Road, Tilghman Estates, North Myrtle Beach, S.C. 28582.
An online guest register is available at www.msfh.net.
McMillan-Small of Myrtle Beach served the family.

Randy T. Moore
Randy T. Moore, 55, of Little River died  on Wednesday, April 10, 2013, at the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston.
Born on Feb. 5, 1958, in Burgaw, N.C., he was the son of Patricia Turner Moore and the late James T. Moore.
Randy is survived by his wife, Shirley Lemke Moore of Little River; one daughter, Victoria Crocker; one stepson, James Vereen; one brother, Jimmy Moore and his wife Beverly; one sister, Mary Jo Shipman and her husband Gary; four grandchildren, Thomas, Kaylee, Michael Wayne and Netley; and four nephews, James, Brandon, Khale and Bryce.
The family received friends from 2 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, April 14, at Lee Funeral Home.  
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach served the family.

Jule Schipp Padrushnik
Jule Schipp Padrushnik of North Myrtle Beach, formerly of Scranton, Pa., died on Saturday, April 13, 2013, at Agape Hospice in Conway.  Her husband of 49 years, Michael Padrushnik, died on March 12, 1992.
Born in Scranton on March 10, 1923, she was a daughter of the late Martin and Katherine Marinchak Schipp. She was educated in the Scranton public schools.  Before retiring, she was employed at various garment factories, including Anthracite Overall and Linden Dress Company.  She was a life-long member of St. Mary of the Assumption Byzantine Catholic Church and its St. Ann’s Guild.   She also volunteered with the Mercy Hospital Auxiliary.  She enjoyed buying and selling costume  jewelry, quilting and painting ceramics.  She relocated to North Myrtle Beach in 2008 to be near her caregivers, Dorothy and Jack Bambach.
Survivors include a sister-in-law, Betty Schipp of Scranton; numerous nieces and nephews; and great-nieces and great-nephews.
She was preceded in death by three brothers, John Schipp, Michael Schipp and George Schipp;  three sisters, Anna Argonish, Helen Patrick and Katherine Leyman; one niece, Marilyn Schipp; one nephew, Jack Argonish; and one great-nephew, Sgt. Jan-Michael Argonish.
The funeral service was held at St. Mary of the Assumption Byzantine Catholic Church in Scranton with a Divine Liturgy at 11 a.m. celebrated by the Rev. Gary Mensinger. Visitation was from 10 to 11 a.m. at the church.  Internment followed the Liturgy at St. Vladimir’s Cemetery in the Minooka section.  
Memorial contributions may be made to St. Mary of  the Assumption  Byzantine Catholic Church, 310 Mifflin Ave., Scranton, PA 18503.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach served the family.

Mal Maxion Parker
Mal Maxion Parker, 89, of North Myrtle Beach died on Saturday, April 13, 2013, at Grand Strand Regional Medical Center in Myrtle Beach.
Born on April 12, 1924, in Oxford, N.C., he was the son of the late Mal M. and Mary Frances Parker.
He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Frances R. Parker of North Myrtle Beach; his children, Alfred, Alphonzo, Quannah, Charles, Ann and Wanda; one sister, Jessie Smith; 12 grandchildren; and 23 great-grandchildren.
The family received friends from 6 to 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 16, in Lee Funeral Home Chapel.
A funeral service was held at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, April 17, in Lee Funeral Home Chapel.  Burial followed at Forest Lawn Cemetery in Wampee.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach served the family.

Richard Edward Robinson Jr.
Richard Edward Robinson Jr., 72, of the Wampee section of Little River died on Saturday, April 13, 2013, at Grand Strand Regional Medical Center in Myrtle Beach.
Born on Aug. 14, 1940, in Southampton, N.Y., he was the son of the late Richard E. and Jessie Meyer Robinson Sr.
He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Kathleen Nill Robinson of Little River; one son, Richard E. Robinson III; one daughter, Kimberly Fleury, and one son-in-law, Peter; six grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.
The family received friends from 2 to 3 p.m. on Tuesday, April 16, at Lee Funeral Home.
Funeral services were held at 3 p.m. in the funeral home chapel.  Burial followed at Forest Lawn Cemetery in Wampee.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Wampee United Methodist Church, 9911 Hwy. 90, Little River, S.C.  29566.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach served the family.

OBITUARIES FROM APRIL 11, 2013 EDITION

Kenneth Robert ’Bob’ Barnhill
Kenneth Robert “Bob” Barnhill, 71, of North Myrtle Beach passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, April 5, 2013.
He was born on June 2, 1941, in Lumberton, N.C.
He was predeceased by his parents, Kenneth Irey Barnhill of Fairmont, N.C., and Sarah Jane Barbee of Durham, N.C.
Bob had a great love of the ocean and made a career on the sands of North Myrtle Beach. He was the founder and owner of Bob’s Water Sports and previously owned Fat Jack’s Beach Club.
He is survived by one daughter, Juan Barnhill Fish of Naples, Fla.; one son, Kenneth Robert Davis of Elizabethtown, N.C.; and four grandchildren.
Funeral services will be private with the family.
 A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach is serving the family.

Judy M. ‘JJ’ Burris
Judy M. “JJ” Burris, 59, of Little River died on Thursday, April 4, 2013, at McLeod Seacoast Medical Center in Little River.
J.J. was born on Sept. 30, 1953,  in Mebane, N.C.,  the daughter of John M. and Shirley Barts Murray.
Other than her mother, Shirley B. Murray of Concord, N.C.; she is survived by two sons, Chris Allmon (MeLissa) of Kannapolis, N.C., and Brent Burris of Concord; one daughter, Michelle James (Allen) of Concord;  two sisters, Renee Flynn (Mark) of Charlotte, N.C., and Linda Hobson of Whitsett, N.C.; four grandchildren, AJ, Brown, Brandon and Samantha; and two nephews, Sam Flynn and Andy Flynn.
The world has lost a beautiful woman, wife, mother, grandmother and friend who touched so many lives. Her love and smile will be missed by many.
A memorial service will be held at a later date in Little River and Concord.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory  of Little River/North Myrtle Beach is serving the family.

Gloria Turner Childress
Gloria Turner Childress, 54, of Little River left this world to be united with her Lord on Sunday, April 7, 2013, at her home after an extended battle with breast cancer.   She was surrounded by her devoted family and friends.  
She was born on Oct. 13, 1958, to the Rev. and Mrs. Frank Turner in Columbus County,  N.C.
She was a member of Living Water Baptist Church in Longs and was attending Ocean Drive Presbyterian Church in North Myrtle Beach.
She was a graduate of Whiteville High School and received her master’s degree in counseling from Campbell University.  She was a faithful member of the West Brunswick High School (WBHS) faculty for 29 years where she served as a counselor, mentor and friend to the students, parents and other faculty.
Gloria was an active member of Brunswick County’s Relay for Life and served as co-chair and executive committee member for many years.  Her accounts of personal battles and message of perseverance inspired many to fight for “the cure.”  Mrs. Childress advocated for the Susan G. Komen three-day event and walked 60 miles in five separate events throughout the United States with her daughter by her side.  Gloria was a leader, a team player but most of all a devoted friend.  She guided others with determination and a smile.
“The purpose of life is not to be happy.  It is to be useful, to be honored, to be compassionate and to make a difference that you have lived and lived well.”  Gloria Childress not only lived well but challenged others to never give up saying, “Life is tough, but you have to be tougher.”
She is survived by her parents; her husband Sam and daughter Taylor of the home; one sister, Theresa Turner Clifton and her husband Dennis of Whiteville, N.C.; and four loving nieces.
Gloria’s celebration of life included a visitation on Monday, April 8, from 7 to 9 p.m. at Worthington Funeral Home in Chadbourn and also on Tuesday, April 9, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Ocean Drive Presbyterian Church in North Myrtle Beach.
The funeral service was held on Wednesday, April 10, at 1 p.m. at Ocean Drive Presbyterian Church followed by a graveside service at Columbus Memorial Park in Whiteville.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the WBHS Gloria Childress Scholarship Fund, c/o Sylvia Ludlum, WBHS Guidance Dept., 550 Whiteville Road NW, Shallotte, N.C.  28470 or Mercy Care Hospice of Myrtle Beach.
Worthington Funeral Home of Chadbourn, N.C., served the family.

Junior N. Cox
Junior N. Cox, 86, of Loris passed away on Friday, April 5, 2013, at Grand Strand Regional Medical Center in Myrtle Beach following an illness.  
Born on Jan. 13, 1927, in Loris, he was the son of Tallie Cox and Martha Orilla Spivey Cox.  
He served his country with courage and honor in the United States Marine Corps, after which he  worked and retired from the city of Loris and was the previous owner of the Gulf station in Loris.  He attended Mt. Vernon Baptist Church but will be most remembered as a loving father, grandfather and great-grandfather.
Survivors include his two daughters, Jan Holt and her husband Glenn of Longs and Linda Williamson and her husband  Rolly of Orangeburg; four grandsons, Garrett Holt, Lance Holt, Tobin Williamson and Carl Williamson; one granddaughter, Amanda Garrick and her husband Dan; seven great-grandchildren,  Madison, Tanner, Ashby, Graysen, Walker, Blakely and Bayler; one brother, Archie “Buddy” Cox of Arizona; and three sisters, Helen Rector and Lila Purkey, both of Gastonia, N.C., and Doris Ann Fowler of Tabor City, N.C.
In addition to his parents he was predeceased by his wife, Veronica Bullard Cox; one brother, Talmadge Cox; and two sisters, Louise Simmons and Lois Jewel Vess.
Visitation was held on Sunday, April 7,  from 6 until 8 p.m. at Hardwick Funeral Home.
Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. on Monday, April 8, at Mt. Vernon Baptist Church with entombment following at Twin City Memorial Gardens Mausoleum in Loris. Pastor Rodney Hord officiated the  services.
Memorials may be made to Mt. Vernon Baptist Church, 4301 Red Bluff Road, Loris, S.C. 29569.
Sign his online guest book at hardwickfuneralhome.com.
 Hardwick Funeral Home of Loris served the family.

Katherine ‘Kappy’ McGranahan Holdith
Katherine “Kappy” McGranahan Holdith, 91, of Little River died on Monday, April 8, 2013, in Little River.
She was born on July 9, 1921,  in Durham, N.C., the daughter of William Scott and Annie Lee Evans McGranahan.
She graduated from Durham High School and attended Duke University, then worked for Wright Machinery Company for 25 years before  moving to Atlanta, Ga., to do advertising.  She was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church in North Myrtle Beach, the Possumetts at Possum Trot Golf Course and loved her family, her dogs and golf.
She is survived by her two daughters, Mary Virginia ”Jenny” Wesson and Carolyn Trickey;  one sister, Julia M. Wimbish; one brother, William Scott McGranahan  Jr.; and three  grandchildren, Jeffrey Wesson and Scott Wesson and Kathryn Trickey.
A funeral service will be held at 12 noon Thursday, April 11, at Trinity United Methodist Church in North Myrtle Beach. Burial will be at 12 noon on Friday, April 12, in Maplewood Cemetery in Durham.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Trinity United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 373, North Myrtle Beach, S.C.  29597.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach is serving the family.

Kathleen Lyons
Kathleen Lyons of Calabash, N.C., formerly of Bay Colony, Baldwin, N.Y.,  died on April 6, 2013, at home.  
Kathleen had a very positive outlook about everything that affected all who knew her.  
She is survived by her son, Bruce Lyons (Julie); one daughter, Susan Lyons (Gary Williams); seven grandchildren, Sam, Peter, Tara, Jack, Tucker, Christopher and Robert; one daughter-in-law, Michelle Lyons; and one sister-in-law, Joan Gallaer.
She was predeceased by her husband, Raymond F. Lyons, and son, Raymond Lyons.
The family received friends from 3 to 6 p.m. on Tuesday, April 9, at Lee Funeral Home Chapel.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Bobbi and The Strays.Org, Freeport, N.Y., or Brunswick Animal Rescue, Brunswick, N.C.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach served the family.

Ronald Charles William Miller
Ronald Charles William Miller, 65, of Calabash, N.C., died on Saturday, April  6, 2013, at Grand Strand Regional Medical Center in Myrtle Beach.    
He was born in Philadelphia, Pa.,  the son of Anita Gehrman Miller and the  late William Raymond Miller.
He was an Air Force veteran serving in Vietnam and served as Commander of the AMVETS Post # 9 in Middletown, Md. He loved his family, friends, golf and fishing.
He is survived by his wife of 43 years,  Jane Miller; one son, Timothy Miller; one daughter, Kristi O’Brien; three brothers, Kenneth Miller, David Miller and Glenn Miller; one sister, Carole Chalmers;  and three grandchildren, Brooke, Sara and Hendrix.
A memorial service was held at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, April 10, at Middletown United Methodist Church in Middletown.
A celebration of life service followed at AMVETS Post # 9 in Middletown.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Middletown  United Methodist Church or AMVETS Post # 9 in Middletown.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach served the family

Harry R. Murphy
Harry R. Murphy, 90, of Little River died on Wednesday, April 3, 2013, at home surrounded by his family.
Born on Oct. 12, 1922, in Minneapolis, Minn., he was the son of the late Harry J. and Louise Krakowski Murphy.
He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Nancy Neil Murphy of Little River; one son, Hank Murphy (Patti) of Glen Ellyn, Ill.; one daughter, Mary L. Beck (Tim) of West Palm Beach, Fla.; one brother, Michael J. Murphy (JoAnn) of Chicago, Ill.; and nine grandchildren, Chris Beck, Kathy Murphy, Matt Murphy, Tom Beck, Kara Murphy, Bob Beck, Liz Murphy, Mike Beck and Molly Beck.
The family received friends from 3 to 6 p.m. on Sunday, April 7, at Lee Funeral Home.
 A funeral mass was held at 10 a.m. on Monday, April 8, at Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church in North Myrtle Beach.   
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church, 1100 8th Ave. N., North Myrtle Beach, S.C. 29582 or Holy Trinity Catholic School, 1760 Living Stones Lane, Longs, S.C.  29568.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach served the family.

Vincent Paul Pelland
Vincent Paul Pelland, 77, of Little River died on Saturday, April 6, 2013, at his home in Little River.  
Born on Feb. 6, 1936, in Holyoke, Mass., he was the son of Joseph F. and Germaine Boulais Pelland.  
Mr. Pelland was a Navy veteran, serving during the Korean conflict.  
He is survived by his wife of 36 years, Claudia Pelland; three sons, Michael Pelland, Christopher Pelland and Charles Pelland; two daughters, Michelle and Caroline; three brothers, William Pelland, Joseph Pelland and Richard Pelland; one sister, Louise Pearce; and five granddaughters, Melissa, Danielle, Audrey, Charlotte  and Carling.
A memorial service was held at 4 p.m. on Wednesday, April 10, at Lee Funeral Home Chapel.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Juvenile Diabetes Research, 3608 Landmark Drive, Suite C, Columbia, S.C. 29204.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach served the family.

Joseph ‘Joe’ Nunnally Rigby
Joseph “Joe” Nunnally Rigby, 51,  of Green Sea passed away on Sunday, March 31, 2013, at McLeod Loris Hospital in Loris.  He was born on March 10, 1962, in Detroit, Mich., to  Jesse Nunnally Rigby and Margaret Elaine Aulbach Rigby.
He worked as a carpenter and will be greatly missed by his family and friends.
Survivors include his wife, Carrie Rigby and their son, Jesse Michael Rigby, both of Green Sea; two brothers, Gregory Rigby and his wife Janet of Andover, Mass., and Michael Rigby of Loris; two sisters, Margaret Rigby and Bredonne Huston and her husband William, all of Clemson; Beth McInville of a previous marriage and their two children, Justin Holiday of Jacksonville, Fla., and Catherine Peavy of Loris; and three grandchildren, Dylan, Madison and Nathan.
Memorial services will be held at a later date.
You may sign his  online guest book at hardwickfuneralhome.com.
 Hardwick Funeral Home of Loris is serving the family.

Arthur T. Thompson
Arthur T. Thompson, 90,  of East Stroudsburg, Pa., and North Myrtle Beach died on Monday,  April 1, 2013, at the VNA Hospice House in  East Stroudsburg. He was the husband of the late Anna Dean (Leque) Thompson.
Born on Aug. 17, 1922, in Yonkers, N.Y., he was the son of the late Thomas F and Anna T (McNamara) Thompson.
He was proud to be an Army veteran, serving honorably during World War II, as a first lieutenant in the Signal Corps of the 106th Infantry Regiment. During the Battle of the Bulge he was decorated with the Bronze Star for going behind enemy lines.
Prior to his retirement he worked as a supervisor for Bell of New York Telephone. After retiring and moving to South Carolina, he enrolled in Horry Georgetown Technical College and earned an A.A. in computer science. He taught computers there for many years.
He was a very avid golfer and proud of his three holes-in-one.
He is survived by one daughter, Martha Fedan of East Stroudsburg; one son, Fr. Augustine Thompson, O.P., of Oakland, Calif.; two grandsons; and one great-grandson.
A private graveside service was held on Thursday, April 4, at the St. Joseph’s Cemetery in Yonkers.
Thomas Funeral Home of Stroudsburg served the family.

Wilma Carol Cribb Watts
Wilma Carol Cribb Watts, 55, of Longs passed away on Thursday, April 4, 2013, at her home following a sudden illness.
Born on April 19, 1957, in Loris, she was the daughter of  Jimmy James Cribb and Ruby Lee Faircloth Cribb.
She worked as an insurance agent, previously owned R & W One Stop store with her husband and was a Baptist.  She will be most remembered as a loving wife, mother,  grandmother and friend to all who knew her.
Survivors include her husband, Roger Dale Watts Sr. of the home; four sons, Chris Watts and his wife Joy of Little River, Brandon Ray Watts and his wife Amy of Longs and Roger Watts Jr. and Jimmy Dean Watts, both of Longs; and six grandchildren, Courtney Watts, Dallas Watts, Kayla Watts, Lucas Watts, Destiny Watts and Josie Watts.
In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by three brothers, Lloyd Cribb, Tommy Cribb and Billy Ray Cribb; and three sisters, Rosalie Cribb Canady, Betty Jane Cribb Livingston and Rita Faye Cribb.
Visitation was on Saturday, April 6,  from 6 until 8 p.m. at Hardwick Funeral Home.  
Funeral services were held at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, April 7, at Pleasant Hill Baptist Church in Conway with Pastor Mack Hutson officiating. Committal services followed at Buck Creek Cemetery in Longs.
Memorials may be made to Pleasant Hill Baptist Church Building Fund, 6907 Hwy. 905, Conway, S.C. 29526.
You may sign her online guest book at hardwickfuneralhome.com.
Hardwick Funeral Home of Loris served the family.

OBITUARIES FROM APRIL 4, 2013 EDITION

Chaquesha Nitesha Davis
Chaquesha Nitesha Davis, 27, of Longs died on Tuesday, March 26, 2013, as a result of an automobile accident.
Visitation was held at 602 Freemont Road in Longs.
Funeral services were on Friday, March 29, at 2 p.m. at Kingston Lake Business Center in Loris.
Burial followed at Freedom Deliverance Church Cemetery in Longs.
United Funeral Home of Loris served the family.

John Robert Kelleher
John Robert Kelleher, 67, of North Myrtle Beach died on Tuesday, March 26, 2013, at his home.
Born on July 30, 1945, in Pittsburgh, Pa., he was the son of the late Thomas and Margaret Foley Kelleher.
He was a U.S. Army veteran, one of the original owners of Rockefeller’s restaurant and bar and manager of Oscar’s restaurant in North Myrtle Beach.
He was the youngest of eight children, an avid golfer, loved the beach and especially enjoyed his many friends, who will miss him greatly.
He is survived by three brothers, James P. Kelleher (Joan) of Maryland, William Kelleher (Anna) and Thomas Kelleher, all  of Mexico; three sisters, Margaret Wisniewski of Florida, Joan Diballa of Caifornia, Judith Ballard (John) of Washington; and many nieces and nephews.  
He was predeceased by one sister, Ann Nerone.
The family received friends from 5 to 7 p.m. on Monday, April 1, at Lee Funeral Home.  A funeral mass was held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, April 2, at Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church in North Myrtle Beach.  
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to The Humane Society of North Myrtle Beach, P.O. Box 3369, North Myrtle Beach, S.C. 29582.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach served the family.

Ruby L. Randall
Ruby L. Randall, 78, of Little River, wife of Samuel Randall, died on Tuesday, March 26, 2013, following an illness.
Funeral services were held on Saturday, March 30, at 11 a.m. at St. Paul A.M.E. Church in Little River.
Burial followed in the church cemetery.
Latimer’s Funeral Home of Conway served the family.

Steve Michael Todd
Steve Michael Todd, 49, of Loris passed away on Friday, Feb. 15, 2013, in Springfield, Oregon.
Born on June 22, 1963, in Newport News, Va., he was the son of Lewis Talmadge “L.T.” Todd and Sarah Delano Stevens Todd.
He worked in construction and was a Baptist.
Survivors include his mother, Sarah Delano Stevens Todd of Loris; one sister, Paula Todd Hardee of Conway; many loving aunts, uncles, extended family and friends.
He was predeceased by his father, Lewis Talmadge “L.T.” Todd.
Memorial services will be at 4 p.m. on Sunday, April 14 at Cane Branch Baptist Church in Loris with Pastor Jon Johnson and the Rev. Alvin Jackson officiating.
Memorials may be made to Cane Branch Baptist Church, 760 Cane Branch Road, Loris, S.C. 29569 or to Gideon’s International, P.O. Box 93, Loris, S.C. 29569.  
Sign his online guest book at hardwickfuneralhome.com.
 Hardwick Funeral Home in Loris is serving the family

OBITUARIES FROM MARCH 28, 2013 EDITION

Janice Bellmay Blumell
Janice Bellmay Blumell of Longs passed away.
The funeral was held on Thursday, March 21, 2013, at 2 p.m. at Freedom of Deliverance Church off Pineneedle Road in Longs.
Burial followed in the church cemetery.
Latimer’s Funeral Home of Conway served the family.

Ricky Dean Cartrette
Ricky Dean Cartrette, 37, of Tabor City, N.C., passed away on Saturday, March 23, 2013.
He was born in Conway, a son of the Rev. Dean and Pamela D. Cartrette.
He served in the U.S. Marine Corps and Marine Corps Reserves.
He was predeceased by his grandfathers, Harry Cartrette and Ruyland Dudney.
Surviving are his parents of Tabor City;  his wife, Michelle D. Cartrette of Tabor City; four children, Isaiah Lee, Jeremiah Lee, Hannah Grace and Lydia Maryhope, all of Tabor City; one brother, Jamie Cartrette and his wife Denise of Whiteville, N.C.; his mother-in-law, Kathy Faulk Sing of Tabor City; his grandmothers, Elma Housand of Tabor City and Cathleen Dudney of Fair Bluff, N.C; and many special aunts, uncles and loving friends and family.
Visitation was held on Monday, March 25, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Goldfinch Funeral Home, Loris Chapel.
Funeral services were held on Tuesday, March 26, at 2 p.m. at Goldfinch Funeral Home, Loris Chapel, with the Rev. Jimmy Caines officiating.  Burial followed in the Cartrette Family Cemetery.
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Goldfinch Funeral Home, Loris Chapel,  served the family.

John H. Claridy
John H. Claridy, 76, of Little River passed away.
He was the husband of Emma Claridy.
The funeral was held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, March 23, 2013,  at Latimer’s Funeral Chapel. Burial followed in the Old Mt. Calvary #2 Cemetery.
Latimer’s Funeral Home of Conway served the family.

Stephen Joe Floyd Sr.
God called Stephen Joe Floyd Sr., 89, of Loris to his eternal rest on Thursday, March 21, 2013, at his home.
Visitation was held at 3481 Mt. Zion Road in Loris.
The viewing was on Sunday, March 24, from 3 to 4 p.m. (family only) and 4 to 8 p.m. (public).
Funeral services were held on Monday, March 25, at 11 a.m. at Silent Grove Missionary Baptist Church of Loris.
United Funeral Home of Loris served the family.

Deacon Sam T. Gore Sr.
Deacon Sam T. Gore Sr. of Little River passed away.
The Gore family would like to extend our heartfelt thanks for your prayers, visits, calls, food, flowers and all acts of kindness during our time of sorrow.
May God continue to bless you all.

Richard V. Jacobs
Richard V. Jacobs, 69, of Little River was born on Nov. 21, 1943, and passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 26, 2013.
Richard served in the U.S. Army as a chaplain’s assistant during the Vietnam conflict. He attended Hofstra University and was a vice president at European American Bank. He was a dedicated volunteer firefighter and served as chief of the Floral Park Fire Department in New York.  He moved to Myrtle Beach in 1990 and achieved his dream of starting a successful golf and lodging reservation service. He was an active member at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church in North Myrtle Beach.  Richard will be best remembered for sharing stories, giving of himself to those around him and enjoying the life God gave him.  He will be greatly missed by his many loving friends, colleagues, employees, fellow parishioners and family members.
He was predeceased by his wife, Natalie Jacobs.
He is survived by his adoptive son, Willie; his nieces, Genevieve (Andreas), Evangeline (Seth) and Anastasia (Christopher); and great-nieces and great-nephews, Alexandria, Samuel, Genevieve, Sahara and Nicolai.
Donations may be made in his memory to St Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 801 11th Ave. N., North Myrtle Beach, S.C. 29582.
Services will be held on Saturday, March 30, at 11 a.m. at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church with a reception to follow.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach is serving the family.

Norman ‘Ernie’ Kelshaw
Norman “Ernie” Kelshaw, 50, of Little River, formerly of Neptune City/Ocean Grove, N.J. , died on Sunday, March 24, 2013.
He was born on Feb. 16, 1963.
Ernie arrived in heaven Sunday after a short illness.
He worked for North Myrtle Beach Public Works.  He previously worked at Neptune Housing Authority, Holmdel, Brielle and Howell Public Works in New Jersey.  He was a former captain of Washington Fire Company, Ocean Grove, a former member of Ocean Grove First Aid Squad and Neptune City Fire Company in New Jersey.   
He is survived by his wife of 21 years, Niki, one son, Cameron and one daughter, Cagney, all of Little River; his mother, Jean of Tinton Falls, N.J.; one brother, Al (Cindy) of Branchville, N.J.; one sister, Nancy (Frank) of Neptune, N.J.; his mother-in-law and father-in-law, Diane and Nick Carcich of Sunset Beach, N.C.; one sister-in-law, Jacqui (Rusty) Tinik of Neptune; one brother-in-law, Jeremy (Sarah) of Johnson City, Tenn.; his nieces and nephews; and faithful companion, Tony.
In lieu of flowers,   donations may be made to The Niki Kelshaw’s Childrens’ Fund at Wells Fargo, 208 Hwy. 17 N., North Myrtle Beach, S.C. 29582. 
The family will receive friends from 3 to 6 p.m. on Thursday, March 28, in Lee Funeral Home Chapel with a Prayer Service at 5:30 p.m.
There will also be a memorial service at a later date in New Jersey.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach is serving the family.

Theresa Kieshauer
Theresa Kieshauer, 85, of North Myrtle Beach died on Sunday, March 24, 2013, at Brightwater.
Born on April 22, 1927, in Buffalo, N.Y., she was the daughter of the late Michael and Sophie Jendrasiak Kuczmarski.
She is survived by four daughters, Mary Lou Leibold, Sue Lefebure (Steve), Stacey Roberts (Kenneth) and Katy Yule (Rich); and five grandchildren, R.G., Grace, Evan, Luke and Alex.
She was predeceased by her husband, Frederick Kieshauer, who died on Feb. 26, 2013.
A funeral mass will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, April 9, at Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church in North Myrtle Beach. 
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church, Ladies Guild, 1100 8th Ave. N., North Myrtle Beach, S.C.  29582.
A message of condolence may be made at lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach is serving the family.

Dennis Paul O’Brien
Dennis Paul O’Brien, 60, of Little River died on Monday, March 18, 2013,  after an accidental fall in his home.
He was born on Jan. 7, 1953, in Albany, N.Y. He was a 1971 graduate of Albany’s Cardinal McCloskey High School and a 1973 graduate of the State University of New York’s Morrisville State College.
He was employed for more than 25 years by Camp Dresser & McKee (now CDM Smith) in Edison, N.J., most recently as manager of CDM’s Operation and Maintenance Services Group. Prior to that, he worked for Clinton Bogart Associates of Fort Lee, N.J.; the New York State Environmental Facilities Corporation; the New York Department of Environmental Conservation; and the Albany County Sewer District.
He is survived by his sister, Marlene Lucas (Edward) of Little River; one brother, Thomas O’Brien (Gregory) of Pasadena, Calif.; a brother-in-law, Kevin McCoy (Cynde) of Albany, N.Y.;  two nephews, Jason Lucas (Mindy) of Coxsackie, N.Y., and Adam Lucas of Little River; his little buddies, great-niece Kaylee Lucas and great-nephew Kyle Lucas; many loving aunts and uncles; cousins; extended family and good friends.
He was preceded in death by his loving parents, the late Paul J. O’Brien and Martine M. Byron O’Brien; and by his younger twin sister, Denise McCoy.
The family received friends from 4 to 6 p.m. on Friday, March 22, at Lee Funeral Home.
Inurnment will be at a later date in Albany.
He loved the water, the outdoors, the Baltimore Orioles and the N.Y. Giants. He was also an avid reader and remembrances may be made in his name to the Denise McCoy Scholarship Fund, c/o 15 Love, 785 Washington Ave., Albany, N.Y. 12206.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach served the family.

Joseph Raitano
Joseph Raitano, 82, of the Princeton Place community in Little River died on Tuesday, March 19, 2013, at his home from lung cancer.
He was born in Brooklyn, N.Y.,  on March 23, 1930, the  son of the late Joseph and Lucille Raitano.
He joined the Merchant Marines at 17, then joined the U.S. Navy and was honorably discharged after seven years. He served during the Korean Conflict.  He managed Cortlandt Bowling Lanes in Crompond, N.Y.  He then worked as a carpet installer.  Joe found the love of golf and played with “the Thundering Herd” at Mohansic, N.Y., prior to retirement.  He worked and played with friends he met at several golf courses in the area and these kind souls were often the brunt of his humor. 
Special thanks to Grand Strand Regional Medical Center, the Ralph H. Johnson VA, Myrtle Beach VA Clinic, the wonderful staff at Mercy Hospice, a special waitress at Mama Jean’s Restaurant and to our family and friends.
He is survived by his wife, Chrissy (Christine); five sons, Ronald Raitano, Carl Raitano (Judy), Joseph Raitano (Donna), Michael Raitano and Jason Raitano (Amanda); several wonderful grandchildren; great-grandchildren; and a great-great-grandchild.
A memorial sevice was held at 11 a.m. on Monday, March 25, in Lee Funeral Home Chapel.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Mercy Care, 8216 Devon Ct., Myrtle Beach, S.C.  29572.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach served the family.

Watson Smith Rankin
Watson Smith Rankin, 81, of Loris, beloved husband of Emeline Jones Rankin, passed away surrounded by his family on Monday, March 25, 2013, at the Lower Cape Fear Hospice Angel House in Whiteville, N.C.
He was born the son of Harry Wilson and Martha Allsbrook Rankin on Oct. 5, 1931, in the Allsbrook community.  He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Loris.
Watson and Emeline were married on July 23, 1952, and celebrated 60 years together.  Their home was blessed with two daughters, Ellen Holley Rankin of Little River and Julia Emeline Rankin Hardwick (Dewayne) of Tabor City, N.C.  They were blessed with three grandchildren, John Watson Rankin (Page), Hanna Emeline Hardwick Gattoni (Adam), Spencer Hardwick (Ashlee Clemons) and two great-grandchildren, Matthew and Jacob DeFlieger.  He also loved his precious cat, Millie.  He leaves behind one brother, Ogden A. Rankin (Dorothy).
He was predeceased  by his parents; and three brothers, John A. Rankin, Joe R. Rankin and Wilson Rankin; and three sisters-in-law, Esta Rankin, Vera Rankin  and Ruby Rankin.
He was a graduate of Western Carolina University where he received his B.S. and M.S.A. degrees in education.  He retired as principal from Williams Township School in 1983.
Visitation was from 6 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, March 27, at Hardwick Funeral Home.
Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. on Thursday, March 28, at the First Presbyterian Church of Loris with Pastor Dr. Tim Osment officiating and a eulogy by J. D. Gore.
Committal services will follow at Twin City Memorial Gardens in Loris.
Memorials may be made to the First Presbyterian Church of Loris, P.O. Box 425, Loris, S.C. 29569 or the Loris Library, 4316 Main St., Loris, S.C. 29569.
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Hardwick Funeral Home of Loris is serving the family.

Marie Ann Strickler
Marie Ann Strickler, 66, of Carolina Shores, N.C., died on Thursday, March 21, 2013, at Agape Rehab of Conway.
Born on Aug. 16, 1946, in Clarksville, Texas, she was the daughter of the late Ocie and Nell Stringer Faulkner.
Strickler moved to the Washington metro area where she met and married Jerald “Jerry”  Strickler on July 3, 1976.  She worked for the state and federal government for 38 years, spending most of that career at the U.S. Treasury and U.S. Department of Commerce before retiring in 2002.
In 2002, they moved to Carolina Shores where she continually perfected her game of golf.  Marie played and won many tournaments in the Metro D.C. area including the Southern Maryland Ladies 4 Ball Championship and locally was a seven-time Carolina Shores Club Championship winner and in 2004 won the Brunswick County Ladies Championship.
She is survived by her husband of 38 years, Jerald “Jerry” C. Strickler of Carolina Shores; four brothers, Frank Faulkner, Tommy Faulkner, Buddy Faulkner and Sammy Faulkner; two sisters, Ovella Stringer and Ruby Phillips; and many loving nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by  three brothers, Doug Faulkner, James Faulkner and Chuck Faulkner.
Visitation with the family was held at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, March 27, prior to the service. 
A celebration of life service was held at Lee Funeral Home in Little River on Wednesday, March 27, at 6 p.m.
Pastor Randy Smith  of Little River United Methodist Church officiated.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be sent to Susan B. Komen, 133 Fayetteville St., Suite 300, Raleigh, N.C. 27601 or Brunswick County Animal Protective Services, P.O. Box 92, Supply, N.C. 28462.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach served the family.

OBITUARIES FROM MARCH 21, 2013 EDITION

Shelley Gray McCumbee Boyd
Shelley Gray McCumbee Boyd, 43, of Whiteville, N.C., died on Friday, March 15, 2013, in Duke University Hospital in Durham, N.C.
Born in Loris on May 3, 1969, she was the daughter of the late Billy Wayne McCumbee Sr. and Larry and Rebecca Gore Troupe.  Her maternal grandparents were the late Rufus and Ruby Gore and paternal grandparents were the late Hebron and Juanita McCumbee.  
She is survived by one son, Keneen Boyd of Tabor City, N.C.; one daughter, Carrington Boyd of Whiteville; one sister, Jessica Turbeville of Clarendon, N.C.; one brother, Wayne McCumbee Jr. of Clarendon; and her special friend, Maci Taco.
The family received friends at 2 p.m. on Monday, March 18, at Inman Funeral Home Chapel.
Funeral services were held on Monday, March 18 at 3 p.m. in Inman Funeral Home Chapel in Tabor City with burial following in Myrtle Green Cemetery.
Inman Funeral Home of Tabor City served the family.

Brenda Louise Causey
Brenda Louise Causey, 64, of Loris died on Monday, March 11, 2013, at Grand Strand Regional Medical Center in Myrtle Beach.
She was born on March 7, 1949, in Sampson County, N.C., a daughter of the late Jerry and Emily Lockamy Gallagher.
In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by a brother, Roy Glenn Gallagher; and a sister, Maxine Gallagher.
She attended Good Hope Baptist Church. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother who enjoyed spending time with her family.
She is survived by her husband, Larry Paul Causey of the home; two daughters, Beth Edwards of North Carolina and Natalie Leigh (Adrian) of North Carolina; one stepson, Nick Causey (Mary) of Conway; one stepdaughter, Candi Kennedy of Conway; one brother, Graham Gallagher (Betty) of North Carolina; seven grandchildren, Stormy Simmons, Grace Edwards, Hayden Leigh, Avery Leigh, Kaci Watson, John Colby Kennedy and Justus Kennedy; and many other family and friends who will miss her.
The family received friends at Watson Funeral Services from 6 until 8 p.m. on Wednesday, March 13.
A graveside service was held at 2 p.m. on Thursday, March 14, at Owens Grove Freewill Baptist Church Cemetery in North Carolina.
Sign a guest book at watsonfuneralservices.com.
Watson Funeral Services and Crematory of Conway served the family.

Jacqueline Louise Englar
Jacqueline Louise Englar, 82, of Little River died on Wednesday, March 13, 2013, at Carolinas Medical Center in Charlotte, N.C.
She was born on May 6, 1930, in Philadelphia, Pa., to the late Walter V. Fletcher and Anna E. Fletcher. She retired as an auditor for Sears.
Her husband, William E. Englar Jr., preceded her in death in 2005.
Survivors include her two sons, William Englar III of Dover, Pa., and Mark Englar (Michelle) of Chesapeake, Va.; two daughters, Alison Hawk (John) of Mooresville, N.C., and Diana Phillips of Scottsdale, Ariz.; two sisters, Miriam Procopio of Havertown, Pa., and Verna Haynes of  Bradenton, Fla.; 13 grandchildren, Wendy, Matthew, Angela, Justin, Joseph, Joshua, Kelsey, Joshua, Christopher, Joshua, Haley, Kayla and Abigail; and six great-grandchildren, William, Rebecca, Katelyn, Matthew, Anna and Cameron.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society via cancer.org.
A memorial service was held at 1 p.m. on Monday, March 18, at the Bellacroft Clubhouse in Little River.
James Funeral Home of Huntersville, N.C., served the family.

Elizabeth Dalaine Hardee
Elizabeth Dalaine Hardee, 27, of Loris passed away on Saturday, March 16, 2013.
Elizabeth was a member of Springfield Baptist Church in Loris.  She loved talking to God and was dedicated to reading her Bible.  Elizabeth believed in angels and was devoted to her other family.  She was a fan of Elvis Presley and enjoyed playing the piano.  She never met a stranger and showed her love by giving hugs to others.
She was predeceased by her maternal grandfather, Vernon H. Collins; and her paternal grandfather, Ernest F. Hardee Jr.
Survivors include her parents, Dale and Sheryl Collins Hardee of Loris; one brother, Anthony Gary Hardee of Loris; her maternal grandmother, Eula Jaye Collins of Loris; her paternal grandmother, Nedra Hardee of Loris; four aunts, Shelby Collins Cox and her husband Ricky of Conway, Lynda Jones and her husband Johnny of Wampee, Dianne Graham and her husband Randall of Conway and Nancy Knight and her husband Wayne of Harleyville; one uncle, John F. Hardee of Loris; special cousins, Carmin Cox Samaha and her husband Thomas of Nichols and their two children, Chesney and Jack, and Cristin Cox Smith and her daughter Harley of Conway; and many other cousins, family and friends.
Visitation was held on Monday, March 18, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Goldfinch Funeral Home, Loris Chapel.
Funeral services were held on Tuesday, March 19, at 2 p.m. at Springfield Baptist Church in Loris with the Rev. Mark Slomka, the Rev. Roger Black and the Rev. Mack Hutson officiating.  Burial followed in the Antioch Cemetery.
Memorials may be sent to Springfield Baptist Church, 246 Springfield Church Road, Loris, S.C. 29569.
Sign an online guest book at www.goldfinchfuneralhome.com.
Goldfinch Funeral Home, Loris Chapel, served the family.

Robert Alexander Haynos
Robert Alexander Haynos, 80, of Little River formerlly of Harrisburg, Pa., passed away on Wednesday, March 6, 2013.
Haynos was born on June 25, 1932, in Pittsburgh, Pa., and was the son of the late Alexander and Thelma (Aston) Haynos; and the brother of the late Janice Haynos.
He was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force and retired as Brigadier General. Haynos was also a vice president with the HARSCO Corporation in Camp Hill, Pa.
He had also been very active with the Civil Air Patrol in Pittsburgh and Harrisburg.
He was a lobbyist in both Washington, D.C., and Harrisburg.
He was a member of Our Lady by the Sea Catholic Church in North Myrtle Beach and was a Fourth Degree Knight with the Knights of Columbus.
He was a member of the Little River American Legion.
Surviving are his wife, Geraldine Purton Haynos; two sons, Mark A Haynos and his wife Susan (Promes) along with their sons Alex and Aaron residing in California and Paul R Haynos and his wife Lee (Levandusky) along with their sons Adam and Nick residing in Harrisburg; two daughters, Kelly A (Haynos) Kilroy and her husband Jay along with their daughter Victoria and their son Robert  residing in Middletown, Pa., and Dru E Haynos and her son Grant residing in Elizabethtown, Pa.;  three sisters and their families, Margaret, Caroline and Susan; and a number of nieces and nephews.
The family would like to express their deep gratitude to all the Horry County Ambulance services and the Myrtle Beach Fire Department personnel that were so kind in aiding them.
He enjoyed watching soccer and was quite an avid golfer. He loved spending his retirement playing golf and creating beautiful paintings.
A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, April 3, in Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Church in Harrisburg.
Internment will commence at the National Cemetery at Fort Indiantown Gap in Grantville, Pa., with full military honors.
In lieu of flowers the family asks that memorial contributions be made in his honor to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or email: donors@stjude.org. in memory of Robert A Haynos.
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Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach is serving the family.

Ruby C. Livingston
Ruby C. Livingston, 80, of Longs died on Monday, March 18, 2013, at Agape Rehab of Conway.
Born on June 22, 1932, in Horry County, she was the daughter of the late John Burly and Martha Lou Eppie Spivey Cox.
Survivors include her children, John D. Livingston and Susan Zeglien, both of Longs; and four grandchildren.
The family will receive friends from 10 to 11 a.m. on Thursday, March 21, at Lee Funeral Home.  
Graveside services will follow at North Myrtle Beach Memorial Gardens in Little River.  
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach is serving the family.

Marian Pfriemer
Marian Pfriemer, 66, of Little River died on Saturday, March 16, 2013, at her home.
Born on July 11, 1946, in Philadelphia, Pa., she was the daughter of the late Peter and Mildred Trailie.
She is survived by her children, Thomas Pfriemer and Kelley Berke (Erich); and two grandchildren, Erich Michael and Lauren Berke.
 She was predeceased by her husband, Charles J. Pfriemer III; and one son, Charles J. Pfriemer IV.
A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. on Thursday, March 21, in Lee Funeral Home Chapel.
The family will receive friends following the service.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Holy Trinity Regional School, 1215 Delsea Drive, Westville Grove, NJ  08093.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach is serving the family.

Drew Braxton Ridout
Drew Braxton Ridout, 43, of North Myrtle Beach died on Wednesday, March 13, 2013.
Born in Greensboro, N.C., he graduated from W. Florence High School in Florence.  He attended the College of Charleston and Cabrillo College near Santa Cruz, Calif.  He was a musician, writer and part owner of North Shore Surf Shop & Stability Skateboard Co. in North Myrtle Beach.
He is survived by his mother and step-father, Sam and Anne Pearce-Baroody; beloved brother and best friend, Christopher Pearce Ridout; father, Lin Ridout; four sisters, Ann Mitchell Farleigh (T.K.), Julie Urena (Gilles), Becca Bertotti (John) and Liz Boss (Jeff); his grandmother, Marnie Pearce; and many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.
All his friends and family are invited to attend a celebration of his life at 3 p.m. on Sunday, March 24, at the Surf Golf and Beach Club in North Myrtle Beach.
In lieu of flowers, make donations to the American Red Cross, Coastal Chapter, 3531 Pampas Drive, Myrtle Beach, S.C. 29577 or the charity of one’s choice.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach is serving the family.

Aubrey James Russell
Aubrey James Russell, 66, of Loris passed away on Sunday, March 17, 2013, at Agape Rehabilitation of Conway.
Born on Aug. 7, 1946, in Loris, he was the son of  Thomas “Tommy” Green Russell and Theda Alma Brown Russell. Mr. Russell retired as a farmer and attended Gurley Baptist Church.
Survivors include his two daughters, Pamela Jane Russell of Ocean Isle Beach, N.C., and Rebecca Carrie Russell of Loris; two brothers,  Marshall Russell of Loris and Alton Russell and his wife Joyce of Raleigh, N.C.; two sisters, Bertha Holt and her husband Thomas and Marie Dillard, all of Conway; six grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by two brothers, Luke Russell and Gene Russell; and three sisters, Evelyn O’Quinn, Inez Todd and Lourine Adams.  
Visitation was held on Monday, March 18, from 6 until 8 p.m. at Hardwick Funeral Home.
Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, March 19, at Hardwick Memorial Chapel with the Rev. Billy Hackett, the Rev. Marcus Fowler and the Rev. Marshall Russell officiating.
Committal services  followed at Antioch Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to the charity of one’s choice.
You may sign his online guest book at hardwickfuneralhome.com.
Hardwick Funeral Home of Loris served the family.

David Joseph Slopnick
David Joseph Slopnick, 35, of Little River died on Wednesday, March 13, 2013.
Born on June 17, 1977, in Milford, Conn., he was the son of Patricia Bakis Slopnick and the late David Slopnick.
David loved the outdoors.
He is survived by his mother of Little River; his children, Sage and Skyler, both of Vermont; one brother, Scott Slopnick of Little River; and one niece, Brooke Slopnick.
A prayer service will be held at 5 p.m. on Friday, March 22, in Lee Funeral Home Chapel.
The family will receive friends following the service.
Messages of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach is serving the family.

OBITUARIES FROM MARCH 14, 2013 EDITION

Barbara Ann Cox Edge
Barbara Ann Cox Edge, 56, of Loris passed away on Friday, March 8, 2013, at McLeod Loris Hospital in Loris following a sudden illness.  
Born on Feb. 15, 1957, in Loris she was the daughter of Sam Thomas Cox and  Elnita Strickland Cox.  She worked as a plant supervisor with Escod Industries, then with Ebtron Industries. She was a Baptist.
Survivors include her four daughters, Kelly Guidera and her husband Chris of Conway, Wendy Ann Williams of Conway, Tara Reasey and her husband David of Conway and Charity Frasure and her husband Willie of Aynor; six grandchildren, Kelcey Williams, Riley Guidera, McKenna Guidera, Lexi Frasure, Avery Rabon and Kensington Reasey; her ex-husband, Buddy Edge and his wife Joeann of Conway; and four brothers, Mitchell Cox, Tommy Dale Cox, Howard Cox and his wife Frankie Livingston and Terry Cox and his wife Cindy, all of Loris.
In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by two brothers, Donald Cox and Wendell Lee Cox.
Visitation was held on Sunday, March 10, from 6 until 8 p.m. at Hardwick Funeral Home.
Funeral services were held at  3 p.m. on Monday, March 11, at Hardwick Memorial Chapel with the Rev. Mike Lyles officiating.
Committal services followed at Princeville Cemetery in Loris.
Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association, 1113 44th Ave. N., Suite 200, Myrtle Beach, S.C. 29577.
You may sign her  online guest book at hardwickfuneralhome.com.
 Hardwick Funeral Home of Loris served the family.

David Franklin Hardee Jr.
David Franklin Hardee Jr., 62, of Loris went home to be with the Lord on Friday, March 8, 2013, at his home following an illness.
Born on April 30, 1950, in Whiteville, N.C., he was the son of the late David Franklin Hardee Sr. and the late Lena Maggie Nealy Hardee. He was a member of Wayside Baptist Church in Loris.
Survivors include one sister, Patricia “Pat” Spivey and her husband James Ralph of Loris; one brother, Danny Hardee and his wife Phyllis Ann of Conway; and three nephews, Michael Russell and his wife Becky and their daughter, Courtney Russell, Randall Russell and his wife Lynn and their daughter, Hannah Russell, all of Loris, and Dewayne Hardee and his wife Allison and their daughter, Katelynn Hardee of Conway.
The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Christie and Diane for all they have done for David over the past year.
Visitation was on Sunday, March 10,  from 6 until 8 p.m. at Hardwick Funeral Home.
Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. on  Monday, March 11, at Hardwick Memorial Chapel with Pastor Reece Housand and the Rev. Alvin Jackson officiating.
Committal services  followed at Patterson Cemetery in Loris.
You may sign his  online guest book at hardwickfuneralhome.com.
 Hardwick Funeral Home of Loris served the family.

Cameron Holmes
Cameron Holmes, 72, of Little River died on Monday, March 11, 2013, at his home.
Born on Jan. 31, 1941, in Smithfield, N.C., he was the son of the late Lester James and Floy Melinda Upchurch Holmes.
He had a great sense of humor, stating one time that he wanted his obituary to be short and sweet.  “Cameron Holmes died, funeral at 11.  I told you I was sick.” 
He is survived by one son, Tracy Holmes and his wife Sheryl of Westcliffe, Colo.; one brother, Billy Holmes; three sisters, Margie Gibson, Shirley Gasque and Patricia Ames; two grandchildren, Ryan Holmes and Joshua Holmes; and one great-granddaughter, Carley R. Holmes.
He was predeceased by his wife, Elizabeth Holmes.
The family will receive friends from 10 to 11 a.m. on Saturday, March 16, at Lee Funeral Home.
A graveside service will follow at North Myrtle Beach Memorial Gardens in Little River.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach is serving the family.

Virginia Dyson Hooper
Virginia Dyson Hooper, 73, of St. Lucie Village, Fla., died on Tuesday, March 5, in Vero Beach, Fla.
She was born on May, 11, 1939, in Wilmington, N.C., and had been a resident of St. Lucie Village since 2005. She was a graduate of Converse College and was a real estate broker in Winston-Salem, N.C., and Orlando, Fla., for over 30 years. She was a member of and was married in Loris First Baptist Church and had a great passion for travel, planning, the beach and her family. In her heart she never left Horry County.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Essie Causey Dyson, and her father, William H. Dyson.
 She is survived by her husband of 54 years, Sam T. Hooper; her children, Ron and his wife Mignon of Charlotte, Rick of Orlando, Danny and his wife Holly of Orlando and Becky Davis and her husband Tim of Winston-Salem; her brother, William H. Dyson III and his wife Saundra of Debordieu; and three grandchildren, Rachel, Hunter and Dyson.
 A celebration service was held at 2 p.m. on Sunday, March 10, at Hardwick Memorial Chapel with the Rev. Dr. Tim Osment and Russell Stanley officiating.
Committal services followed at Patterson Cemetery.
Donations in her memory may be made to the American Cancer Society’s Hope Lodge in Tampa, Fla.
You may sign her online guest book at hardwickfuneralhome.com.
Hardwick Funeral Home of Loris served the family.

Ronald Alan ‘Ron’ McCuin Sr.
Ronald Alan “Ron” McCuin Sr., 67, of Longs passed away on Friday, March 8, 2013, at his home.
He was born in Warrenton, Va., a son of the late Ernest McCuin and the late Margaret Sloper McCuin. He was a loyal, dedicated hard worker with a great sense of humor, who loved sports and enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. He will always be remembered as a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend.
Survivors include his loving wife of 49 years, Ada Kelly McCuin of Longs; one daughter, Wendy “Ms. Wendy” McCuin of Longs; one son, Ronald Alan “Ronnie” McCuin Jr. of Longs; two grandsons, Ryan Alexander McCuin of Keystone College in Pennsylvania and Brandon James Ewing of Longs; one sister, Nancy Mountjoy and her husband Luther of Florida; one brother, Gerald “Jerry” McCuin and his wife Janice of Loris; and all his sisters-in-law; brothers-in-law; nieces; nephews; cousins; and family friends.
A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, March 16, at Goldfinch Funeral Home, Loris Chapel.
Memorials may be sent to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22718, Oklahoma City, OK 73123-1718 or to the American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 11454, Alexandria, VA 22312.
Sign his online guest book at www.goldfinchfuneralhome.com.
Goldfinch Funeral Home, Loris Chapel is serving the family.

Marilyn J. Moss
Marilyn J. Moss, 75, of North Myrtle Beach died on Monday, March 11, 2013, at Grand Strand Regional Medical Center in Myrtle Beach with her family by her side.
Born on Sept. 19, 1937, in Newton, N.J., she was the daughter of the late Ralph and Viola Lonsdale Burckes.
She was a member of the Eastern Star.
She is survived by her husband of 56 years, Theodore Moss; and one brother, Ralph Burckes of Thomaston, Maine.
Services were private with the family.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach served the family.

Thomas Eugene Platt
Thomas Eugene Platt, 77, of North Myrtle Beach died on Sunday, March 10, 2013, at home surrounded by his loving family.
Born on June 10, 1936, in Little River, he was the son of the late Oscar F. and Bertha Thomas Platt.
He had a great love for the ocean and fishing.  He was the founder and owner of Eugene Platt’s Seafood.  He never met a stranger and helped anyone who needed it.  He was a great husband, father and grandfather.
He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Evelyn Berry Platt of North Myrtle Beach; three  sons, Timmy E. Platt (Jennifer), Eddie Platt and  Stevie Platt; three daughters, Tiffany Platt Suggs (Wayne), Cherie Platt Jackson (Tripp) and Rebecca McGee; 13 grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.
The family received friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, March 13, at Lee Funeral Home.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Thursday, March 14, in Lee Funeral Home Chapel with Dr. Jim Mezick officiating.
Burial will follow at North Myrtle Beach Memorial Gardens in Little River.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Family Council of Loris Extended Care, 3620 Stevens St., Loris, S.C.  29526, Attn: Pete Burroughs.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach is serving the family.

William Earl ‘Ricky’ Ward
William Earl “Ricky” Ward, 54, of Loris died on Sunday, March 10, 2013, in McLeod Loris Hospital in Loris.
Born in Loris, he was the son of William Floyd Ward and the late Kathleen Durden Ward.
He was preceded in death by a daughter, Kathy Jo Ward.
In addition to his father, he is survived by one daughter, Sherry Ward of Dillon; two sons,  Richard Ward of Columbia and Zebedee Ward of Dillon; a brother, Kenny Ward of Loris; and two sisters,  Diane Ward Branton and Tonya Suggs, both of Loris.
Visitation was on Tuesday, March 12, from 6 to 8 p.m. in Inman Funeral Home in Tabor City.
No services will be held at this time.
Inman Funeral Home of Tabor City, N.C., served the family.

Rebecca J. Zeman
Rebecca J. Zeman, 61, of Little River died on Wednesday, March 6, 2013, at home surrounded by her loving family.
Born on June 29, 1951, in Monongahela, Pa., she was the daughter of the late Marko and Lois Wickerham Povich.
She is survived by her husband, Kenneth Zeman of Little River; one son, Michael Zeman (Kristen); one daughter, Dana Meyer (Eric); one brother, Philip Simon; one sister, Patty Sirilla (Dan); and four grandchildren, Eric, Kyle, Ryan and Bode.
She was predeceased by one brother, Mark Povich.
A funeral mass was held at 11 a.m. on Monday, March 11, at Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church in North Myrtle Beach.  The family received friends following the service.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, 950 48th Ave. N., Suite 101, Myrtle Beach, S.C.  29577 or Mercy Care Hospice, 8216 Devon Ct., Myrtle Beach, S.C.  29572.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach served the family.

OBITUARIES FROM MARCH 7, 2013 EDITION

Davis Elton Bullard
Davis Elton Bullard, 78, of Loris passed away on Sunday, March 3, 2013, at McLeod Loris Hospital in Loris following an illness.
Born on April 14, 1934, in Loris, he was the son of Maxie “Bill” Bullard and  Virginia Roberts Bullard. He was a retired farmer, a member and trustee of Lake Swamp Baptist Church, a loving father, grandfather and friend to all who knew him.
Survivors include his son, Tracey Davis Bullard of Loris; one grandson, Hunter Davis Bullard of Loris; one brother, Charles Bullard and his wife Wilma of Loris; two sisters, Sally Strickland and her husband Richard of Green Sea  and Diane Jordan of Conway; and many loving nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his wife, Shirley Cox Bullard; one granddaughter, Hannah “Bug” Faith Bullard; two brothers, Dayton Bullard and Carlisle Bullard;  one sister, Betty Lou Bullard Fowler; and one sister-in-law, Leona Hardee Bullard.
Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, March 6, at Lake Swamp Baptist Church with Pastor Michael Mathew and the Rev. Alvin Jackson officiating.
Committal services followed at Lake Swamp Cemetery.
Visitation was held on Tuesday, March 5,  from 6 until 8 p.m. at Hardwick Funeral Home.
Sign his online guest book at hardwickfuneralhome.com.
Hardwick Funeral Home of Loris served the family.

Martha Melvin Crawford
Martha Melvin Crawford, 55, of Little River died on Sunday, Feb. 24, 2013, at her home.
Born on Feb. 27, 1957, in Charlotte, N.C., she was the daughter of Frances E. Cassell Melvin and the late Paul L. Melvin.
She was a member of Little River United Methodist Church in Little River.
Other than her mother of Little River, she is survived by one son, Blake Crawford Sr.; one daughter, Samantha Hernandez (Barker);  one brother, Paul Melvin Jr., all of Georgia; and three grandchildren, Jaiden Blake Norrell, Blake Lanier Crawford Jr. and Teegan Brooke Hernandez.
Services were held privately with the family.
A message of condolence may be made to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach served the family.

Charles O. French
Charles O. French, 84, of Carolina Shores, N.C., died on Monday, March 4, 2013, at Grand Strand Regional Medical Center in Myrtle Beach.
Born on Sept. 15, 1928, in Terre Haute, Ind., he was the son of the late Thurman and Eva A. Sharpe French.
He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Betty I. Wilson French of Carolina Shores; one son, Robin French; one daughter, Nickie Hartzler (Wayne); one sister-in-law, Dorothy French; and three grandchildren, Dr. Beth Hartzler, Elliott French and Lexie French.
He was predeceased by his brother, David French.
A graveside inurnment service will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 7, at Seaside United Methodist Church in Sunset Beach, N.C.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Seaside United Methodist Church, 1300 Seaside Road SW, Sunset Beach, N.C.  28468.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach is serving the family.

Minnie Burch Gore
Minnie Burch Gore, 85, of Loris passed away on Tuesday, Feb. 26, 2013, at her home in Loris.
She was born on Aug. 27, 1927, at Mt. Croghan in Chesterfield County to Benjamin Stephen and Julia Sellers Rivers Burch.
She  grew up in Ruby. She attended Wingate College and was an elementary teacher at Guideway School in Tabor City, N.C. She married Charles Gore of Pireway, N.C., and soon gave up teaching to care for their children and home. She was a faithful member of Olyphic Baptist Church where she taught Sunday school and served as clerk for many years. She also enjoyed serving in the Women’s Missionary Union with the Dock Association. She returned to the public school classroom and retired from Loris Elementary School in Loris. She loved gardening, reading, writing poetry and giving encouragement to others. Her greatest purpose in life was to live a life pleasing to Jesus and be a friend to others. She gave a lot of love and accomplished her goal with a contagious smile and laughter.
Minnie was preceded in death by her parents; and her brother, Olin Burch.
She is survived by her six daughters of Longs and Loris, Judy (Reggie) Hardee, Jeannette (Phil) Huggins, Beth (Randal) Cox, Gloria (Mack) Heniford, Elaine (Frank) Cox and Almira Gore (special friend, Winford); and her only son and youngest child, Wesley Gore of Myrtle Beach; her sister, Mae (Luther) Kelly of Columbia; her four granddaughters;  five grandsons; six-great-granddaughters and two great-grandsons; and many nieces, nephews and other relatives.
A visitation service was held at Hardwick Funeral Home  in Loris from 6 until 8 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 28.
A celebration of life service was held at Olyphic Baptist Church in Tabor City at 11 a.m. on Friday, March 1. Burial  followed at Olyphic Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers the family requests memorial donations be made to Olyphic Baptist Church at 20656 Seven Creeks Hwy., Tabor City, N.C. 28463 or to Shepherd Care Hospice at 210 S. Nichols St., Nichols, S.C. 29581.
Condolences may be left on her online guest book at hardwickfuneralhome.com.
Hardwick Funeral Home of Loris served the family.

Thomas Graham Jr.
Funeral services for Thomas Graham Jr., 62, of White Plains, Ala., were held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, March 2, 2013, at K.L. Brown Memory Chapel in Golden Springs with Brother Byrian Watts officiating.
The family received friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.
Interment with full military honors followed at Forestlawn Gardens.
Mr. Graham passed away on Tuesday, Feb. 26, 2013.
He was a veteran of the Vietnam War and retired in 1986 from the U.S. Army. He spent his Army career as a military policeman and a member of Grace Tabernacle Church.
He was preceded in death by his father, Sam Thomas Graham Sr.; two brothers, Tommy Graham and Freeman Graham; and three sisters, Marjorie Stanley, Priscilla Porter and Phyllis Ann Graham.
He is survived by his wife, Beverley Holyfield Graham of Anniston; his children, Latonya Graham of Fayetteville, N.C., Rodney Graham and his wife Fredricka of Austin, Texas, Antwan Graham and his wife Shannon, of Fayetteville, Melissa Graham of Auburn and Ryan Pearce and his wife Chelsea of Mesa, Ariz.; a loving nephew, Kerry Holyfield Jr. of White Plains; his mother, Magaline Graham of Loris; his grandchildren, Keyana, Tamia, Riley, Ethan and Mason; three brothers, Franklin Graham and his wife Shirley of Weaver, Edward Graham and his wife Shelia of Tabor City, N.C., and Jerome Graham of Loris; two sisters, Sally Ann Riggins and Barbara Ann Graham, both of Loris; several in-laws; and many nieces and nephews.
Online condolences may be made to the family at www.klbrownmemorychapel.com.
K.L. Brown Memory Chapel of Anniston, Ala., served the family.

Uldeen Jane Owens
Uldeen Jane Owens, 66, of Loris died on Friday, March 1, 2013, at Grand Strand Regional Medical Center in Myrtle Beach.
She was born on May 18, 1946, in Chapmanville, West Va., one of 26 children. She was the daughter of the late Albert and Debbie Bryant Adams.
Deen was a member of Kingston Baptist Church in Conway and New Covenant Church in Holden Beach, N.C. She loved to sew, sing and play the guitar. She also loved her family and will be missed by all.
She is survived by her husband, Herman W. Owens of the home; one son, Homer Darian Marcum and his wife Tammy of Loris; two daughters, Teresa N. Turner and her partner Lynn Monk of Charlotte, N.C., and Crystal Rae Owens  and her partner Jerry Harrison of Conway; eight grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.
A memorial service was held at 2 p.m. on Monday, March 4, at Kingston Baptist Church.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the family.
Sign a guest book at watsonfuneralservices.com.
Watson Funeral Services and Crematory of Conway served the family.

Kimberly Jan Shirkey
Kimberly Jan Shirkey, 52, of North Myrtle Beach died on Saturday, March 2, 2013, after an illness.
She was born on Oct. 8, 1960.
She is survived by her parents, Earl and Geneva Vickers; one sister, Pamela Vibbert; one son, Devin Michael Shirkey; partner, Charles Thurston; and one granddaughter, Madilynn Shirkey.
She was a wonderful mother and friend and will be missed by all.
Funeral services were held on Wednesday, March 6, at Lee Funeral Home in Little River with visitation from 5 to 6 p.m. and a short service followed.
Memorial contributions may be made in lieu of flowers to the Autism Advocate Foundation, P.O. Box 7061, Myrtle Beach, S.C. 29572.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach served the family.

Betty Jo Moore Sizemore
Betty Jo Moore Sizemore, 75, of the Windy Hill section of North Myrtle Beach  died on Wednesday, Feb. 27, 2013, in Anderson.
She was born on May 25, 1937, in Oconee County. She was a friend to everyone and was known by all of them as Ms. Betty.
Surviving are her husband, Phil Sizemore of the home; her children, Gail Swygart, Edward Kinsaul (Cherie´), Ginny Wallace, Wanda Trammell (Chip) and DeeDee Waters (Jeff); 10 grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her two brothers.
The family received friends from 1 until 2 p.m. on Sunday, March 3, prior to the service.
A memorial service was held at 2 p.m. on Sunday, March 3, at Sullivan-King Mortuary in Anderson.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Foothills Alliance, (Dancing for Our Heroes), 216 E. Calhoun St., Anderson, S.C. 29621 or Hospice of the Upstate, 1835 Rogers Road, Anderson, S.C. 29621.
Sullivan-King Mortuary of Anderson served the family.

Lucian ‘Luke’ Pope Stephens
Lucian “Luke” Pope Stephens, 93, of North Myrtle Beach died on Tuesday, March 5, 2013, at Grand Strand Regional Medical Center in Myrtle Beach.  A native of Evergreen, N.C., he was the son of the late Bud and Lyda Benton Stephens.
After serving in the United States Marine Corps during World War II, due to his love of the land, he returned to Columbus County, N.C., to peruse a career in farming.  He was one of the owners and operators of the New Chadbourn Tobacco Warehouse and was also a founding member of Waccamaw Bank serving on the board of directors for several years.
Mr. Stephens was a member of Evergreen Baptist Church in Evergreen and an associate member of the First Baptist Church of North Myrtle Beach.
After returning to Columbus County he became involved in local politics where he served as a county commissioner and a member of the board of education.
In 1965 he relocated to North Myrtle Beach where he was the owner and operator of the Pelican Motel in the Cherry Grove section of North Myrtle Beach and later constructed the Blockade Runner Motor Inn.
He was preceded in death by a son, Kenneth Budd Stephens; and two brothers, Brunson Stephens and Jack Stephens.
He is survived by his wife, Emily Laura Floyd Stephens of the home; two sons, Lucian Pope Stephens  Jr. and Michael Floyd Stephens, both of North Myrtle Beach; four sisters, Helen S. Cunningham, Leona S. Martin, Sue S. Gore and Anne S. Gore, all of Whiteville, N.C.
The family will receive friends from 7 to 9 p.m. on Thursday, March 7, at Worthington Funeral Home in Chadbourn, N.C.  
Final rites will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday, March 8, at the First Baptist Church of North Myrtle Beach with Dr. John Gambrell and Dr. Harold Mitchell officiating.  
Interment will follow at 5 p.m. at the Stephens Family Cemetery in Evergreen.
Memorials may be made to the North Myrtle Beach Baptist Church Building Fund, 200 Hwy. 17 S., North Myrtle Beach, S.C. 29582.
An online guest register is available at www.worthingtonfuneralhome.com.
Worthington Funeral Home of Chadbourn is serving the family.

Linda F. Walder
Linda F. Walder, 64, of Longs passed away on Saturday, March 2, 2013, at Agape Rehabilitation in Conway.
She was born on Feb. 4, 1949, in Bronx, N.Y., a daughter of the late Vincent and Henrietta Fleming Casa. She was a former member of St. Luke’s Lutheran Church in New Rochelle, N.Y. Upon moving to Myrtle Beach she and her husband became members of St. Philips Lutheran Church in Myrtle Beach where she was extremely active and was the chair of the alter guild for over five years. She enjoyed the beach, reading, cooking and baking. Her dedication to her friends, family (especially her children and grandchildren) and church are just some of the wonderful things that made her special.
Survivors include her  devoted husband, Edward J. Walder of Longs; one daughter, Bonnie DiPalma of Longs; one son, Erik Walder and his wife Kim of Waxhaw, N.C.; one brother, Charles Casa of Stormville, N.Y.; four grandchildren, Ashley DiPalma, Tyler DiPalma, Nicholas Walder and Ethan Walder; one niece, Elissa Casa; and one nephew, Vincent Casa.
The family received friends on Monday, March 4, at McMillan-Small Funeral Home from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m.
Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, March 5, at St. Philips Lutheran Church in Myrtle Beach.
Memorials may be made to St. Philips Lutheran Church, 6200 N. Kings Hwy., Myrtle Beach, S.C. 29572.
An online guest book is available at www.msfh.net.
McMillan-Small Funeral Home of Myrtle Beach served the family.

OBITUARIES FROM FEBRUARY 28, 2013 EDITION

Beverly A. Button
Beverly A. Button, 81, of North Myrtle Beach died on Monday, Feb. 18, 2013, at her home.
Born on Jan. 22, 1932, in Kingston, N.Y., she was the daughter of the late James S. and Phoebe Emmick Dee.
She is survived by one son, John Button; one daughter, Eileen Hajduk; one brother, Bob Dee; and four grandchildren.
She was predeceased by her husband, Henry F. Button.
The family received friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 26, at Willard Scott Funeral Home in Webster, N.Y.
Funeral services were held at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 27, at Holy Trinity Catholic Church.  Burial followed in the church cemetery.
Visitation for local family and friends was held on Friday, Feb. 22, at Lee Funeral Home & Crematory.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach served the family.

James I. Cox
James I. Cox, 58, of the Wampee community of Little River died on Sunday, Feb. 24, 2013.
He was born on Aug. 26, 1954.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, Feb. 28 from 5 to 8 p.m. at Sheilds Funeral Home.
Funeral services  will be held on Friday, March 1, at 2 p.m. at Popular A.M.E. Church in Longs.
Shields Funeral Home of Little River is serving the family.

Ruby Henrietta ‘Rhetta’ Bryant Cox
Ruby Henrietta “Rhetta” Bryant Cox, 97, of Tampa, Fla., formerly of North Myrtle Beach, passed away on Monday, Feb.18, 2013.
She was born in Brunswick, Ga., and graduated from Stetson University. She attended Palma Ceia United Methodist Church and was an avid tennis player and played competitively until she was 91 in both singles and doubles.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles N. Cox Jr.; her two sisters,  “DeeDee” McIlwain and Sarah Lillian Lomax; and her brother, Dr. Henry H. Bryant III.
She is survived by her sister, Judy B. Williams; many nieces and nephews; and grand-nieces and grand-nephews.  
A memorial service was held at 3 p.m.  on Sunday, Feb. 24, at Palma Ceia United Methodist Church in Florida.
Donations may be made in her name to North Strand Helping Hand or Trinity United Methodist Church in North Myrtle Beach or to a charity of your choice.
Visit the family’s personalized online guest book at www.ALifeTribute.com.
A Life Tribute Funeral Care of Tampa, Fla., served the family.

Earl Monroe Cribb
Earl Monroe Cribb,  84, of Tabor City, N.C., passed away on Sunday, Feb. 24, 2013, at his home following an extended illness.
Born on May 18, 1928, in Loris, he was the son of  Joseph Franklin Cribb and Josie Lee McPherson Cribb. Cribb was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather and a member of Emerson Freewill Baptist Church.
Survivors include his wife, Mary Pearl Martin Cribb of the home; two daughters, Patricia Ann Phipps of Moreno Valley, Calif., and Sherry Cribb of Tabor City; three brothers, William Jasper Cribb and Charles Ray Cribb, both of Wisconsin, and Paul Cribb of Illinois;  five grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by one daughter, Brenda Lee Cribb Schulz; five brothers, Kermit Odell Cribb, Franklin Cribb, Wallace Cribb, Joseph Cribb and Lee Cribb; and one grandchild.
 Visitation was held on Wednesday, Feb. 27, from 1 until 3:30 p.m. at Hardwick Funeral Home.
Graveside services were held at 4 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 27, at Twin City Memorial Gardens in Loris with the Rev. Hollon Norris officiating.
Sign his online guest book at hardwickfuneralhome.com.
Hardwick Funeral Home of Loris served the family.

Angie Kay Dew
Angie Kay Dew, 36,  of Charlotte, N.C., passed away on Saturday, Feb. 23, 2013.
Angie was born in Whiteville, N.C., a daughter of Ramona Kay Dew and Tony Andrew Dew. She was vibrant, out-going and full of life.  She enjoyed spending time with family and friends.  She loved her dogs, Addy, Marley and Little Girl.  She was a very loving, giving and caring person.  She was always lighting up the room and lifting spirits with her amazing smile.  She was loved by so many and was always making sure everyone else came first.
Surviving in addition to her mother of Loris and her father of Tabor City, N.C.; are one sister, Opal Miranda Dew of Charlotte; four half-sisters, Toni Dew, Adrian Dew, Lynn Dew and Jane Dew, all of Conway; one half-brother, Austin Ward of Loris; her stepfather, Wayne Long of Loris; three aunts, Wendy Long and Pam Dew, both of Loris, and Judy Rockwell and her husband Paul of Whiteville; one uncle, Dillon Cox of Loris; a special cousin, Jeffrey Long of Loris; and three additional cousins, Andy Rockwell, Terry Rockwell and Jennifer Rockwell, all of Whiteville.
Visitation was held on Tuesday, Feb. 26,  from 6 to 8 p.m. at Goldfinch Funeral Home, Loris Chapel.
Funeral services were held on Wednesday, Feb. 27, at 2  p.m. from Goldfinch Funeral Home, Loris Chapel, with the Rev. Fred Holmes and Mrs. Phyllis Elvington officiating.  Burial followed in  Princeville Cemetery in Loris.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to ASPCA Tributes, 520 8th Ave., 7th Floor, New York, N.Y. 10018.
Sign a guest book at www.goldfinchfuneralhome.com.
Goldfinch Funeral Home, Loris Chapel,  served the family.

Thomas Leo Floyd
Thomas Leo Floyd, 83, of Wilmington, N.C., formerly of Loris, died peacefully on Wednesday, Feb. 20, 2013, at Lower Cape Fear Hospice and LifeCareCenter after a brief illness.
He was born on Nov. 18, 1929, in Loris, the oldest of 12 children of Sam Fulton Floyd and Edna Mae Floyd.
He grew up quickly working very hard at home and in the tobacco fields, but he went on from there to live a very full, varied and humble life.
He served as a dedicated infantryman in the Korean War beginning in 1951, receiving two bronze stars. This experience distinctly touched and shaped his future.
He worked 33 years with General Motors. Leo considered Marvin to be the closest of friends as he did Marvin Jr. Upon retirement he returned to Loris.
Several years later a severe illness brought him to Wilmington where he has lived for the past six years in the home and loving care of his younger sister, Wanda Norman.
He was an unusual and independent man. One of few words in his later years with a presence you could feel. As if beneath a veneer of silence lay a treasure of information, wisdom and humor you just wanted to touch and experience. His humor was often expressed spontaneously in rhymes and jingles. He spent much of his time during these last few years with friends he had met at American Legion Post 10. He loved the music of his youth which he listened to there as he enjoyed the presence of others.
He was preceded in death by two brothers, Norman Floyd and Joe Floyd; and one niece, Rebecca Floyd Mooney.
He is survived by four brothers, Wilbur Floyd, Mike Floyd, Harless Floyd and Ralph Floyd, all of Loris; five sisters, Geraldine Suggs of Loris, Shelby Bond of Lexington, Darthy Kitchell of Tehachapi, Calif, Wanda Norman of Wilmington,  and Freda Jones of Camden; two sisters-in-law, Martha Tyler of Loris, wife of Joe; Francis Floyd of Nashville, Tenn., wife of Norman; and many loving nieces and nephews.
The family wishes to express their gratitude to his attorney and friend, John J. Peck, his physician, Andre Leonard and to the staff of Lower Cape Fear Hospice for providing a place of peace, comfort and dignity which he so deserved.
In notes found among his things near death, Leo wrote he would like donations made to needy children. Therefore, it is suggested gifts be made to the Yahweh Center or Lower Cape Fear Hospice and LifeCareCenter in his memory.
A service of remembrance was held at the American Legion at 702 Pine Grove Drive in Wilmington at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 23.

Dorthajean Meckler
Dorthajean Meckler, 75, of Myrtle Beach passed away on Saturday, Feb. 9, 2013.
She was born in Akron, Ohio, and was a resident of Ellet, Ohio.  She spent the past 13 years living in Myrtle Beach.  She was a 1955 graduate of Ellet High School. She worked at Akron General, Little Forest Nursing Home  and Shulans Jewelry and retired from the Summit County Board of Elections.  
She was a member of Ellet Book Club, Ellet Women’s Club, past president of  Ellet High PTA, OSU Parents Association, Ohio Council of Republican Women, Republican Executive Committee, Republican Central Committee and ABWA.
She was preceded in death by three brothers, Bob, Dewey and Coleman; and one sister, Geraldine.  
Survivors include her husband, Edward; one son, Mark; two daughters, Michelle and Melanie Jones and her husband Bruce; one brother, Jim Coleman (Sheila); four grandchildren, Marc, Malone, Jacob and Selena; a special niece, Beverly; many nieces and nephews; and her best friends, Diane, Nancy and Irene; and many friends.
A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, March 2, at North Springfield Presbyterian Church in Akron, Ohio.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the family in memory of Dorthajean for distribution to her favorite charities.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home & Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach is serving the family.

William Russell ‘Rusty’ Jones
William Russell “Rusty” Jones, 55, of North Myrtle Beach died on Saturday, Feb. 23, 2013, at Grand Strand Regional Medical Center in Myrtle Beach.
Born on April 12, 1957, in Cheverly, Md., he was the son of the late Ernest Lee and Sarah Jones.
Rusty has lived at the beach since 1982 and has made many friends over the years.
Survivors include his sister, Deborah McCully (Wayne); his brothers, Teddy L. Jones (Linda), Ernest L. Jones Jr. and John R. Figuracion (Cathy); and good friend, Tonya Auerbach (Kenny), who was like a sister to Rusty.  He is also survived by many aunts, uncles, nephews and nieces.
He was predeceased by one sister, Cheryl Lynn Jones.
The family received friends from 7 to 9 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 25, at Lee Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to John Hopkins Children’s Center, Rheumatoid Arthritis, 1800 Orleans St., Baltimore, MD  21287 or the charity of one’s choice.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home & Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach served the family.

Lila Albertine Dunn Jordan
Lila Albertine Dunn Jordan, 96, of Conway, wife of the late Arthur B. Jordan Sr., on died on Sunday, Feb. 24, 2013, at Emeritus in Conway.
Mrs. Jordan was born in Conway, a daughter of the late John Peter and Bertha Causey Dunn. She was a dedicated member of Trinity United Methodist Church in Conway for over 40 years where she served in many different capacities in service to her Savior.  Prior to retirement, she was employed by Magrath Insurance Agency. Mrs. Jordan was involved with many community activities and organizations.
She was preceded in death by one son, Lewis Timothy Jordan.
Surviving are three sons, Arthur B. Jordan Jr. (Sue) of Manning, Dr. John N. Jordan (Debbie) of North Myrtle Beach and David Guerry Jordan (Darnell) of Conway; one daughter, Sandra Coker (Dr. Clarence E. Coker) of Manning; one daughter-in-law, Julie Lippitt (Richard) of Alpharetta, Ga.; 10 grandchildren, Abbe Coker Weston, Dr. Clay Coker, Laura Coker Llana, Jordan Coker Horton, Beaty Coker Williams, Arthur Bennett Jordan III, Matthew Robert Jordan, Ryan Allan Lippitt, Darrin Moore and Ashlee Elizabeth Justice; 19 great-grandchildren; one brother, Myron Dunn of Conway; and two sisters, Josephine Dunn Bounds of Conway and Ella Dunn Buckheister of Mt. Pleasant.
The family received friends from 2 to 3 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 27, in the chapel at Trinity United Methodist Church.
Funeral services were held at 3 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 27, at Trinity United Methodist Church with the Rev. Dr. Sandra Stevens Poirel officiating. Burial  followed in Brown Swamp United Methodist Church Cemetery.
Memorials may be sent to Trinity United Methodist Church, 198 Long Ave., Conway, S.C. 29526.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff of Emeritus for their loving care and to her special caregivers, Elise Tyler and Minnie Long.
Sign a guest book at www.goldfinchfuneralhome.com.
Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway Chapel, served the family.

Frederick Walter Kieshauer
Frederick Walter Kieshauer, 82, of North Myrtle Beach died on Tuesday, Feb. 26, 2013, at Grand Strand Regional Medical Center in Myrtle Beach.
Born on May 9, 1930, in Jamestown, N.Y., he was the son of the late Frederick E. and Doris Thelander Kieshauer.
Survivors include his wife of 60 years, Theresa Kuczmarski Kieshauer; four daughters, Mary Lou Leibold, Sue Lefebure (Steve), Stacey Roberts (Kenneth) and Katy Yule (Rich); one brother, John Kieshauer; one sister, Jane Kieshauer; and five grandchildren, R.G., Grace, Evan, Luke and Alex.
A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 28, at Trinity United Methodist Church in North Myrtle Beach.  The family will receive friends in the church fellowship hall following the service.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach is serving the family.

Delphine M. Kirchenbauer                                                                                             
Delphine M. Kirchenbauer, 80, of Little River died on Saturday, Feb. 23, 2013, at McLeod Seacoast Medical Center in Little River.
Born on May 29, 1932, in Newton, N.J., she was the daughter of the late Asa and Anna McKee Mackerley.
Survivors include two sons, Daniel Kirchenbauer of Florida and Darrell Kirchenbauer of Georgia; two daughters, Donna J. Brown of Michigan and Karen L. Paffrath of Ohio; nine grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren.  
She was predeceased in death by her husband, Charles M. Kirchenbauer; one son, Brad Kirchenbauer; one daughter, Beverly Kirchenbauer; four brothers, George Mackerley, Asa Mackerley, Thomas Mackerley and William Mackerley; and two sisters, Eleanor and Audrey.
Services were private with the family.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, 1939 44th Ave. N., Myrtle Beach, S.C.  29572.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach served the family.

Charles T. Korndoerfer Jr.
Charles T. Korndoerfer Jr. of Little River, formerly of Roxborough, Pa., died suddenly at his home in Little River on Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2013.
He was born on Jan. 3,1944.
Surviving are one son, Lawrence W. Korndoerfer of Furlong, Pa.: one daughter, Kristen Connor of Doylestown, Pa.; one sister, Carol Belford of Flowertown, Pa.; three granddaughters; one grandson; and five nieces and nephews.
The family is planning a private service at a later date.
In lieu of flowers donations may be sent to the Wounded Warrior Project.
Sign the online guest book at www.grandstrandfuneralhome.net.
Grand Strand Funeral Home of Myrtle Beach is serving the family.

Patrick J. Reilly Esq.
Patrick J. Reilly Esq., 51, of Little River died on Thursday, Feb. 21, 2013, at the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston.
Born on Oct. 14, 1961, in Washington, D.C., he was the son of the late Edward J. and Joan Marie Campion Reilly, and stepson of the late Paul L. Holm.
Patrick graduated from the University of South Carolina Law School and was the owner of the Reilly Law Firm in North Myrtle Beach.  He was past president of the Ancient Order of Hibernians.
Survivors include his brother, Edmund C. Reilly of Gaithersburg, Md.; two sisters, Megan A. Reilly of Colorado and Moira Hollenbeck of Rhode Island; two step-brothers, Jeff Holm and David Holm; one nephew, Joe; two nieces, Bridget and Clare; and his life companion, Kim Marie Somerville and her son, Dylan.
The family received friends from 5 to 7 p.m. on Tuesday,  Feb. 26, at Lee Funeral Home.  
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN  38105.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach served the family.

Shirley Ann Sarvis
Shirley Ann Sarvis, 78, of Loris died on Friday, Feb. 22, 2013, in the Loris Extended Care Center in Loris.  Born in Columbus County, N.C., she was the daughter of the late Grace Lenore and Brice Fowler.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Walter Sarvis; her step-father, Gary Sarvis; one son, Joseph Kenny Sarvis; and  one brother, Kenneth Fowler.  
She is survived by one son, Wayne Sarvis and his wife Donna of Loris; one daughter, Karen N. Blackwell and her husband Ira of Loris; two sisters,  Carolyn Norris and her husband Gene of Conway and Hilda Fowler Suggs of Effingham ; four grandchildren, Brandon Sarvis, Jeremy Sarvis, Josh Sarvis and Kaylyn Norris; and four great-grandchildren, Sklar Sarvis, Leah Grace, Alison Marie Norris and Jackson Kenneth Sarvis.
Memorial donations may be made to Loris Extended Care, 3620 Stevens St., Loris, S.C. 29569.  
The family would like to extend a special thanks to the staff at Loris Extended Care and nurses Bonnie Tisdale and Joyce.
Visitation was held one hour prior to the service in the church.
Services were held on Sunday, Feb. 24, at 2 p.m. in Dogwood Hill Baptist Church by the Rev. Alvin Jackson and the Rev. Jimmy Floyd.
Burial followed in Mt. Zion Church Cemetery in Loris.
Inman Funeral Home of Tabor City served the family.
 

OBITUARIES FROM FEBRUARY 21, 2013 EDITION

Thelbert Bullard
Thelbert Bullard, 79, of Loris passed away on Sunday, Feb. 17, 2013, at McLeod Loris Hospital in Loris following an illness.
Born on Dec. 5, 1933, in Green Sea,  he was the son of  William R. “Bud” Bullard Sr. and  Dessie Pridgen Bullard.
Mr. Bullard served his country with courage and honor in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict and afterwards served in the  Army National Guard for an additional five years. He retired from Penn Ventilator and was the superintendent of Tabor City Holiness Tabernacle. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and brother and will be dearly missed by all his family and friends.
Survivors include his wife, Mary Watts Bullard of the home; two sons, Teddy Ray Bullard and his wife Nancy of Chadbourn, N.C., and Randall Paul Bullard of Tabor City, N.C.; three daughters, Tammy Sims and her husband Mark and Windy Bullard-Suggs and her husband Michael, all of Loris, and Dana Watts Sampson and her husband Ryan of Pembroke, N.C.; 13 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; two brothers, W.R. “Bill” Bullard of Florence and McArthur Bullard of Green Sea; and one sister, Berline Tompkins of Thomasville, N.C.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by one daughter, Loretta K. Watts; two brothers, Corley Bullard and Elbert Bullard; and three sisters, Bernice Grainger, Eudell Milligan and Eunice Beasley.
Visitation was held on Tuesday, Feb. 19,  from 6 until 8 p.m. at Hardwick Funeral Home.
Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 20, at Hardwick Memorial Chapel with Pastor Terry Nealey and the Rev. Larry Small officiating.
Committal services followed at Twin City Memorial Gardens in Loris.
You may sign his  online guest book at hardwickfuneralhome.com.
 Hardwick Funeral Home of Loris served the family.

Stephen M. Dumas
Stephen M. Dumas, 89, of Myrtle Beach died on Monday, Feb. 11, 2013, at Brightwater in Myrtle Beach.
Born on May 8, 1923, in Delmar, N.Y., he was the son of the late Stephen H. and Margaret Albright Dumas.
Mr. Dumas was a U.S. Navy veteran, serving during World War II and a recipient of the Purple Heart.  He was an avid fisherman and hunter.
Survivors include his wife of 64 years, Doris Dupree Dumas; two daughters, Cindy Burgio and her husband David and Lori Dumas; one brother, Robert Dumas; one granddaughter, Toni McDowell and her husband Britt; and two great-grandsons, Kellan McDowell and Brady McDowell.  
He was predeceased by his sister, Catherine Hall.
A memorial service was held at 3 p.m. in the Palmetto Room at Brightwater on Saturday, Feb. 16.
A message of condolence may be made to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach served the family.

Darrius E. Green
Darrius E. Green, 78, of North Myrtle Beach died on Saturday, Feb. 16, 2013, at Grand Strand Regional Medical Center in Myrtle Beach.
Born on Dec. 22, 1934, in Swanton, Md., he was the son of the late Everett P. and Fannie Bickford Green.
He was a loving and dedicated husband, father and grandfather.
Mr. Green is survived by his wife of 58 years, Martha Sharpless Green of North Myrtle Beach; three sons, Randall Green (Stacy), Douglas Green (Deborah) and Darrin Green (Missy); three brothers, Dale Green (Elma), Ronald Green (Ada) and Glen Green (Delma); two sisters, Marlene Glass (Randall) and Judy Uphole (Ernest); seven grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.
The family received friends from 3 to 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 19.
Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 20, at Risen Christ Lutheran Church in  Myrtle Beach.  
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, 950 48th Ave. N., Suite 101, Myrtle Beach, S.C. 29577 or Risen Christ Lutheran Church, 10595 Hwy. 17 N., Myrtle Beach, S.C.  29572-5712.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach served the family.

Lana Gail Harris
Lana Gail Harris, 69, of North Myrtle Beach died on Tuesday, Feb. 12, 2013, after a long and courageous battle with pancreatic cancer.
She was the daughter of the late Margaret Hobbs Harris and John William Harris of Asheboro, N.C.
Harris attended Asheboro High School, where she set most of the scoring records for women’s basketball, including scoring 57 points in one game. She was selected to the all-state team and named MVP after leading her team to a North Carolina state championship in 1960.  Gail was the first female athlete inducted into the first Hall of Fame for Asheboro High School in 2004, and her 1960 basketball team was later inducted into that same Hall of Fame. She played shortstop for a nationally ranked softball team where she was recognized as one of the best players in the country.  She was an outstanding role model for female athletes.
After graduating from High Point University with honors in math, Gail taught for 23 years in the High Point city school system, serving also as a counselor and administrator.  She was named Principal of the Year.  She also completed the MA program at both UNC-Greensboro and at A & T State University.
In 1991, she became the general manager of the ABC Board in Greensboro, N.C.  During that tenure, she was awarded Small Business Leader of the Year and Boss of the Year.  She was known for her integrity, fairness and dedication.  “The Dash” described how she thought one’s life should be lived.
Surviving is her brother, Ronald Harris and his wife Carol of Melbourne, Fla.; one nephew, Craig (Sabine) of Tampa, Fla.; her niece Shari (Pedro) Harris Perez; and three nephews, Tyler, Dylan and Ayden of Weston, Fla.; Kaye Moody of North Myrtle Beach; and Kristen (Ian) Moody Butler of Wilmington, N.C.  
A special thank you to the caring cancer nurses, particularly Angie, at The Coastal Cancer Center in Myrtle Beach; Jeanne of the Stephens Ministry program; Kathy, the Parish Nurse at Ocean Drive Presbyterian Church; the Oncology department at UNC-Charlotte; Joy and Kim of Mercy Hospice; and, particularly, her cousin, Janet, who has been a constant caregiver and comforter to the family. 
The love always present between Gail, her family and her friends is a gift that will be cherished and remembered.   “The greatest thing you’ll ever learn is just to love and be loved in return” (Eden Ahbez, Moulin Rouge 2001).
A memorial service was held in Asheboro at Pugh Funeral Home. A gathering of friends in Myrtle Beach will be scheduled at a later date. 
In lieu of flowers, a contribution may be made to the Gail Harris Memorial Scholarship Fund for the Juan family at Conway National Bank, Mercy Care Hospice or The Humane Society of North Myrtle Beach.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach is serving the family.

Thomas Olsen
Thomas Olsen, 85, of North Myrtle Beach died on Thursday, Feb. 14, 2013, at the Myrtle Beach Manor in Myrtle Beach.
Born in Spring Lake Heights, N.J., on Jan. 2, 1928, he was the son of  Oscar and Teadora Olsen and the brother of Herman, Ann, Ruth and Oscar Jr. 
Olsen attended Manasquan High School where he played football, basketball and baseball.  He graduated in 1950 from Muhlenberg College in Allentown, Pa., where he majored in political science and played varsity baseball. Drafted into the Army in 1950, he served in the 45th infantry division in Korea. He later attended American University Law School in Washington, D.C., graduating in 1958.  He worked for the CIA, serving overseas in Taiwan.  He then worked in the contracts division of the Department of the Navy.  Upon retirement, he coached boys’ basketball at West Springfield High School in West Springfield, Va.
He and his beloved wife Mary moved to North Myrtle Beach in 1989.  He was a member of King of Glory Lutheran Church in North Myrtle Beach and enjoyed playing golf.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 54 years, Mary Cecelia Olsen.
He is survived by three loving daughters, Leslie Crenshaw and Kimberly Olsen, both of Richmond, Va., and Shelby Gerson of Scottsdale, Ariz.; and six grandchildren, Hatcher Crenshaw, Thomas Crenshaw, Anne Crenshaw, Michelle Levy, Hannah Gerson and Lauren Gerson. 
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to King Of Glory Lutheran Church, 805 11th Ave. N., North Myrtle Beach, S.C. 29582.
A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, March 2, at King of Glory Lutheran Church.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach is serving the family.

Charles Wesley Page Sr.
Charles Wesley Page Sr., 79, of Loris passed away on Friday, Feb. 15, 2013, at his home following an illness.
Born on March 25, 1933, in Tabor City, N.C., he was the son of Jesse James Page and Lillie Marie Frink Page.  He served his country with courage and honor retiring from the U.S. Army and National Guard.  Upon his retirement from the military,  Page worked as an insurance salesman for Independent Life. He enjoyed gardening and was a longtime member of Cane Branch Baptist Church in Loris.
Survivors include his loving wife, Christine Gerald Page of the home;  three sons, Charles Wesley Page  Jr. and his wife Cathy, James Gerald Page and his wife Angela and Ronnie Dale Page and his wife Barbara, all of Atlanta, Ga.;  two daughters, Christine Priscilla Vaught and her husband Jimmy of Galivants Ferry,  and Lydia Hardee of Loris;  one brother, J.C. Page and his wife Marie of Loris;  one sister, Annie Mae Bellamy of Loris;  one sister-in-law, Myrtle Page of Clarkton, N.C.; and many loving grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.
In addition to his parents,  he was predeceased by one brother, Norman Page; and one brother-in-law, Thomas Bellamy.
Visitation was held on Sunday, Feb. 17,  from 4 until 6 p.m.  at Hardwick Funeral Home in Loris.
Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 18, at Cane Branch Baptist Church with Pastor Jon Johnson and the Rev. Alvin Jackson officiating. Committal services with military honors followed at Twin City Memorial Gardens in Loris.
Memorials may be made to Cane Branch Baptist Church, 760 Cane Branch Road, Loris, S.C. 29569. 
You may sign Mr. Page’s online guest book at hardwickfuneralhome.com.
 Hardwick Funeral Home of Loris served the family.

Burnell Mills Gore Stanley
Burnell Mills Gore Stanley, 82, of Tabor City, N.C., passed away on Friday, Feb. 15, 2013, at her home following an extended illness. 
Born on Sept. 9, 1930, in Tabor City,  she was the daughter of Egbert Mills and  Osro Gilmore Mills.  She was a farmer, an educator, a devoted homemaker and mother. As a longtime faithful member of Old Zion Wesleyan Church she served her church family in many capacities throughout her life.  It was after her retirement that Mrs. Stanley was able to indulge in her passion for painting and  many of her favorite works were on display at the church during the visitation and funeral.
Survivors include her son, Bryan S. Gore and his wife Laura of Tabor City; her daughter, Cheryle Cribb and her husband Donald “Ricky” Cribb of Clarendon, N.C.;  one brother, Ashley Mills of Wilmington, N.C.;  one sister, Reba Jolly and her husband Ralph of Tabor City; eight grandchildren, Shelli G. Nguyen and her husband Timmy, Sterling W. Gore and his wife Emily, Julia K. Newman, Jodi C. Garrell and her husband Daryl Wayne, Chelsea C. Gore, Jillian R. Gore, Jessica L. Cribb and Jordane L. Cribb; and five great-grandchildren, Halli Nguyen, Lilli Holloway, Noel Freschi, Darren Stone Gore and Jace Wayne Garrell.
In addition to her parents she was predeceased by her first husband, Norman William Gore; her second husband, Marvin Lawrence Stanley; three brothers, Lee Mills, Worth Mills and Wilson Mills;  one sister, Veata Mills James; and one grandchild, Curtis M. Newman.
Visitation was held on Saturday, Feb. 16,  from 6 until 9 p.m. at Old Zion Wesleyan Church.
Funeral services were held at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 17,  at Old Zion Wesleyan Church with Pastor Billy Roy and the Rev. Mark Klass officiating.
Committal services followed at Old Zion Wesleyan Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to Community Home Care & Hospice, 333 Jefferson St., Whiteville, N.C. 28472 or to Old Zion Wesleyan Church, 10144 Swamp Fox Hwy. E., Tabor City, N.C. 28463.
You may sign her online guest book at hardwickfuneralhome.com.
Hardwick Funeral Home of Loris served the family.

Mary Ann Strazzer
Mary Ann Strazzer, 69, of North Myrtle Beach died on Wednesday, Feb. 13, 2013, at home surrounded by her loving family.
Born on June 3, 1943, in New Rochelle, N.Y., she was the daughter of the late Harold and Annie Miller Seacor.
She is survived by her husband of 50 years, Roger A. Strazzer; two daughters, Chris Cavender and her husband Russell and Carrie Strazzer; one sister, Margaret Cahill; and two grandchildren.
A funeral mass was held at Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church on Tuesday, Feb. 19.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Church, 1100 8th Ave. N., North Myrtle Beach, S.C. 29582.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach served the family.

Sara Kathryn Hayes Strickland
Sara Kathryn Hayes Strickland, 81, of Nichols passed away peacefully on Friday, Feb. 15, 2013, at her home surrounded by her family.
She was born on March 30, 1931, in Horry County, a daughter of the late H. Earl and Malcolm Price Hayes. She  retired from Green Sea Floyds High School. She was an active member of the Center for Health and Fitness in Loris where she made numerous friends in the Loris community. She was a faithful member of Pleasant View Baptist Church and the church choir.
Mrs. Strickland was very devoted to her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and her faithful loving companion, her chihuahua, “Chi-Chi”.
Surviving are her daughters, Kathy S. (David) Mincey of Nichols and Paula S. (Jeff) Cox of Loris; five grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and three sisters, Doris Clemons of Orangeburg, Sylvia Livingston of Rock Hill and Emily Small of Greer.
Mrs. Strickland was predeceased by her husband, Elias E. Strickland; and one brother, Lowell Hayes.
Visitation was held on Monday, Feb. 18, from 10 until 11 a.m. in the Pleasant View Baptist Church Fellowship Hall.
Funeral services  followed at 11 a.m. in the sanctuary of Pleasant View Baptist Church with the Rev. James C. Shelley, the Rev. John Forbes and the Rev. William Heustess officiating. Burial followed at Green Sea Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Pleasant View Baptist Church, 13403 Hwy. 19, Nichols, S.C. 29581 or Nichols United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 20, Nichols, S.C. 29581.
The family would like to express a special thank you to Shepherd Care Hospice for their compassionate loving support during Mrs. Strickland’s illness.

OBITUARIES FROM FEBRUARY 14, 2013 EDITION

Wendell ‘Billy’ Floyd
Wendell “Billy” Floyd, 70, of Loris passed away on Monday, Feb. 4, 2013, at his home following an illness.
Born on Jan. 12, 1943, in Green Sea, he was the son of the late Gary Elvington Floyd and the late  Florine Rabon Floyd.  Mr. Floyd attended Buck Creek Baptist Church, was a builder by trade and loved fishing but he considered his beloved children his greatest accomplishment.
Survivors include one son, Windell Floyd Jr. of Loris; one daughter, Regina Floyd Holmes and her husband Sammy of Loris; four beloved sisters, Juanice Floyd Fowler, Lois Floyd Cox and her husband Wilbur and Ruby Floyd Cox-Mureddu and her husband Sam, all of Loris, and Jacquelin Floyd Baker Reaves of Whiteville, N.C.; four grandchildren, Graham Cole Floyd, Christopher Wayne Holmes, Courtney Blair Holmes and Brittney Ann Holmes Flowers; two great-grandchildren, Christopher Case Holmes and Becca Faye Holmes; and many loving nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, Mr. Floyd was predeceased by one son, Gary Wayne Floyd; and three brothers-in-law, the Rev. Glen Fowler, Leonard Cox and Ron Reaves.
Visitation was on  Wednesday, Feb. 6, from 12 noon until the time of service at Hardwick Funeral Home.
Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 6, at Hardwick Memorial Chapel with Pastor Larry Allen, the Rev. Kyle Powell and Deacon Kenneth Beasley  officiating.  
Committal services followed at Riverside Cemetery in Nichols.
Memorials may be made to Buck Creek Baptist Church, 11483 Hwy. 905 N., Longs, S.C. 29568 or to the American Heart Association, P.O. Box 5216, Glen Allen, VA 23058-5216.
You may sign his online guest book at hardwickfuneralhome.com.
Hardwick Funeral Home of Loris served the family.

Lula Mae Soles Grainger
Lula Mae Soles Grainger, 84, of Loris went to be with the Lord on Thursday, Feb. 7, 2013, at the Loris Extended Care Facility in Loris following an extended illness.
She was born in Tabor City, N.C., on Oct. 29, 1928, to the late Mr. and Mrs. Solan Soles.  After graduating from Tabor City High School, she attended Conway School of Practical Nursing, graduating with honors in 1963. She retired from the Loris Extended Care Facility in 2001, concluding 38 years of faithful service.
Her character and reputation exhibited a spirit of love, compassion, giving, kindness and sharing with all who knew her. She was deeply devoted to her family and friends as well as the patients she attended throughout her career.
She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother, as well as a wonderful friend, always willing to help anyone in a time of need. She devoted much of her time to her beloved husband, the Rev. Eldon Grainger; she attended revival meetings and visited with him in many homes and hospitals of sick church members and friends.
In Loris she was affectionately referred to as “Mrs. Lula Mae,” as she was so well known by many for her dedication to her friends and especially the Loris Extended Care Facility, which she often referred to as her home away from home.  Her motto always was to treat others as you would like to be treated, just as we are commanded to do in the Bible.
Mrs. Lula Mae considered caring for the elderly at the nursing facility a ministry for her in many ways.  She often shared the message of the Lord Jesus Christ with anyone who seemed troubled or asked for spiritual guidance.  It was not unusual to see her sit by the bedside with one of her dying patients or spend time after her shift with grieving family members.
She was very well known and respected by the physicians and nurses with whom she worked in Loris, especially for the exceptional care she always provided.
She was a member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church of Loris for 61 years.
Survivors include her three daughters, Wilma Grainger Day and her husband Kenneth of Fayetteville, N.C., Lounette Grainger Floyd of Charleston and Rachel G. Bullard and her husband Joseph of Loris; three grandsons, Darren Lanier of Loris, Bryan Bullard of Green Sea and Walt Floyd III of Longs; three granddaughters, Ginger Cottingham of Anderson, Regina Lanier Griffith of Loris and Stephanie Bullard Dowling of Florence; and seven great-grandchildren, Hannah Lanier, Morgan Cottingham,  John Kyle Cottingham, Ben Bullard, Matt Bullard, Kate Bullard and Allie Floyd; and two sisters, Kathleen Jernigan of Green Sea and Betty Butler of Effingham.
She was predeceased by her husband, the Rev. Eldon Grainger; one son, George Dwight Grainger; and one daughter, Roberta Grainger Swasko.
The family received friends on Saturday, Feb. 9, from 6 until 8 p.m. at Hardwick Funeral Home in Loris.
Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 10,  at Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Loris with Pastor David Watts, the Rev. Alvin Jackson and the Rev. Marcus Fowler officiating the services.
Memorials may be made to Mt. Zion Baptist Church Building Fund, 2610 Mt. Zion Road, Loris, S.C. 29569 or to the Loris Extended Care Facility, 3620 Stevens St., Loris, S.C. 29569.
You may sign her online guest book at Hardwickfh.com.
Hardwick Funeral Home of Loris served the family.

Richard ‘Moose’ Hall
Richard “Moose” Hall, 61, of Longs, formerly of St. Pauls, N.C., passed away on Friday, Feb. 1, 2013, at McLeod Seacoast  Hospital in Little River.
He is survived by his mother, Jeanne Bordinger; two sons, Jason Hall and Josh Hall; his sister, Gwen Denise Wood; and two grandchildren, Katie Lorraine Hall and Blaydn Joshua Hall.
Visitation for the family and friends was from 1 to 2 p.m. prior to the service.
A memorial service was held on Saturday, Feb. 9, at 2 p.m. in Saint Pauls Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor David Canady officiating.
Burial was private.
Saint Pauls Funeral Home of St. Pauls served the family.

Lloyd Kiracofe
Lloyd Kiracofe, 90, of Little River, formerly of Carolina Shores, N.C., died on Monday, Jan. 14, 2013, at Grand Strand Regional Medical Center in Myrtle Beach.
Mr. Kiracofe was born on April 9, 1922, in Van Wert County, Ohio, to the late Lloyd Levi and A. Madeline Moser Kiracofe.
He graduated from Bowling Green State University in Bowling Green, Ohio, with a bachelor’s degree. He was a World War II Army veteran and was awarded the Purple Heart and Bronze Star. He was a member of Ocean Drive Presbyterian Church in North Myrtle Beach and the Rotary International Club of which he was chapter president for many years. He was a driver for Meals on Wheels for four years.
He was preceded in death by a brother, Richard Kiracofe.
Surviving are his wife of 66 years, Eloise Dibert Kiracofe; one son, Richard Kiracofe and his wife Lonnie of Tierra Verde, Fla.; one daughter, Kay Zymboly and her husband Gregory of Murrysville, Pa.; one sister, Gloria McClure of Decatur, Ind.; two sisters-in-law, Jean Kiracofe of Denton, Texas, and Dortha Prior of Van Wert, Ohio; four grandchildren, Laura Decker and her husband Douglas, Eric Zymboly and his wife Stacy, Jason Kiracofe and Brian Kiracofe; several nieces and nephews; and his canine companion “Bogie”.
A celebration of life is scheduled for 11 a.m. on Saturday, March 9, at Ocean Drive Presbyterian Church in North Myrtle Beach.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in his name to the Ocean Drive Presbyterian Church Building Fund, P.O. Box 277, North Myrtle Beach, S.C. 29597.
Private online condolences may be sent to the family at www.brunswickfuneralservice.com.
Brunswick Funeral Service and Crematory of Shallotte, N.C., is serving the family.

Joseph C. Law Sr.
Joseph C. Law Sr., 81, of Little River died on Wednesday, Feb. 6, 2013, at home surrounded by his loving family.
Born on April 27, 1931, in Sparta, Ga., he was the son of the late Ben and Ester Ann Cheshire Law.
He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Doris Law of Little River; one son, Joseph C. Law Jr. (Marcie) of Cedar Springs, Mich.; one daughter, Joanne Law Perkins  of Abingdon, Va.; four grandchildren, Nolan Perkins, Hunter Perkins, Joseph C. Law III and Sara Law; and two great-grandchildren, Kyleigh Jo Perkins and Riley Perkins.
He was predeceased by his son, John Law.
A memorial service was held at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 12, in Lee Funeral Home Chapel.  The family  received friends following the service.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Embrace Hospice, 140 University Plaza Drive, Conway, S.C.  29526.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach served the family.

Thomas Clemons Moore
Thomas Clemons Moore, 80, of the Wampee Community died on Tuesday, Feb. 5, 2013.
He was born on Aug. 6, 1932.
Visitation was held on Friday, Feb. 8, from 6 to 8 p.m. at  McKiever Funeral Home.
Funeral services were held at 2  p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 9, at Popular AME Church in Longs.
Interment followed in the church cemetery.
McKiever Funeral Home of Conway served the family.

Virginia Boyd Powell
Virginia Boyd Powell, 94, of Loris passed away on Friday, Feb. 8, 2013.
She was born in Loris, a daughter of the late Mack Boyd and the late Molsie Cox Boyd.  She was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and sister.  Mrs. Powell was a longtime devoted member of Dogwood Hill Baptist Church in Loris where she served faithfully for many years.  She enjoyed gardening and spending time with her family.
Mrs. Powell was predeceased by her husband, Arthur M. Powell; one son, Charles Boyd Powell; and two brothers, Everette Boyd and Claude Boyd.
Survivors include two sons, Jimmy C. Powell Sr. and his wife Cathey and Eddie P. Powell and his wife Lynn, all of Loris; seven grandchildren, Loressa Sawyer, Charla Clemons, Chuck Powell, Jim Powell, Brett Powell, Amanda Stanley and the Rev. Kyle Powell; one sister, Geneva Dyer of Texas; and 13 great-grandchildren.
An expression of deep gratitude is extended to her loving caregivers, Elizabeth Housand, Tammy Norris and Mattie Fowler.
Visitation was on Saturday, Feb. 9,  from 6 to 8 p.m. at Goldfinch Funeral Home, Loris Chapel.
Funeral services were held on Sunday, Feb. 10, at 2 p.m. from Dogwood Hill Baptist Church with the Rev. Jimmy Floyd and the Rev. Kyle Powell officiating.
Burial followed in Twin City Memorial Gardens in Loris.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Dogwood Hill Baptist Church, 1040 Mt. Zion Road, Loris, S.C. 29569.
You may sign a guest book at www.goldfinchfuneralhome.com.
Goldfinch Funeral Home, Loris Chapel,  served the family.

Mary Ann Cox Stevens
Mary Ann Cox Stevens, 79, of Loris passed away on Thursday, Feb. 7, 2013, at Grand Strand Regional Medical Center in Myrtle Beach following an illness.
Born on Sept. 3, 1933, in Loris, she was the daughter of the late Joseph Bunyon Cox and the late  Minnie Mercy Barker Cox.  Mrs. Stevens was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and sister and will be dearly missed by all her family and friends.
Survivors include her three sons, Joseph Stevens and his wife Diane, Clyde Stevens and Kevin Stevens, all of Myrtle Beach; one daughter, Talene Tiemer and her husband Michael of Palmetto, Fla.; three grandchildren, DeLessie Russell and her husband Dustin, Morgan Chase Taylor Stevens and Michael Tiemer; two great-grandchildren, Jessie Mizell and Britanie Mizell; and one brother, John Marshall Cox and his wife Donna of Pueblo, Colo.
In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by two sons, H.B. “Scrip” Cox and Danny Hardwick; and several brothers and sisters.
Graveside services were held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 9,  at Carter Cemetery in Loris with the Rev. Sherrod Barfield officiating.
You may sign her online guest book at hardwickfuneralhome.com.
Hardwick Funeral Home of Loris served the family.
 

OBITUARIES FROM FEBRUARY 7, 2013 EDITION

Emery Porter Cary
Emery Porter Cary of Little River went home to God on Saturday, Jan. 26, 2013, in Chapel Hill, N.C., surrounded by his loving family.
He was born on May 29, 1942, in Niskayuna, N.Y., to the late Emery Sr. and Olive Parslow. Emery retired after 30 years of service at NCR Corp. and resided in Little River.
He is survived by his wife, Marie Davis Cary; one son, Jess and his wife Kelly Cary of Allendale, N.J.; one daughter, Renee and her husband Oscar Laserna of Cary, N.C.; one brother, Ronald Cary and his wife Linda of Schenectady, N.Y.; and five grandchildren Rachel, Emma, Brad, Trevor and Derek.
A memorial service was held at Trinity United Methodist Church in North Myrtle Beach at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 2.
The family requests that anyone wishing to make a gift in Emery’s name may contribute to The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society or the UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center in Chapel Hill, N.C., in lieu of flowers.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach served the family.

Barbara Ann Bell Collins
Barbara Ann Bell Collins, 65,  of Loris died on Saturday, Feb. 2, 2013, at McLeod Regional Medical Center in Florence.
Barbara was born in Horry County on Oct. 4, 1947, a daughter of the late Bernie Lonzo Bell and Agnes Reynolds. She was a member of Bayboro Baptist Church in Aynor and retired from DSS with 32 years of service.
She was predeceased by one daughter, Nadine Collins; one brother, Richard Bell; one sister, B.J. Gerald; and one sister-in-law, Gloria Bell.
Surviving are one daughter, Connie Dunnaway of Aynor; two grandchildren; four brothers, James Bell, Jimmy Bell (Kathy) and Larry Bell (Evelyn), all of Loris, and Bernie Bell (Diana) of Germantown, Tenn.; and several nieces and nephews.
The family received friends from 1:30  until 2:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 5,  at Goldfinch Funeral Home, Loris Chapel.
Graveside services were held at 3 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 5, at Bayboro Baptist Church Cemetery with the Rev. Rocky Gregory officiating.
Memorials may be sent to Gideons International, c/o Don Hopson, P.O. Box 614, Aynor, S.C. 29511 or to Bayboro Baptist Church, 3901 Green Sea Road, Aynor, S.C. 29511.
Sign a guest book at www.goldfinchfuneralhome.com.
Goldfinch Funeral Home, Loris Chapel, served the family.

Oliver Carlie ‘Tommy’ Fowler
Oliver Carlie “Tommy” Fowler, 80, of Loris passed away on Thursday, Jan. 31, 2013, at Conway Medical Center in Conway following an illness.
Born on July 9, 1932, in Loris, he was the son of  Carlie Aaron Fowler and  Arcie Fowler.
He worked the majority of his life as a power plant foreman  but retired as a foreman with Commercial Systems, Inc. of Myrtle Beach. He was a loving and devoted husband and father who loved his Farmall tractor and was a longtime member of Dogwood Hill Baptist Church in Loris.
Survivors include his wife, Ethel Mae Richardson Fowler of the home; two daughters, Teresa Graham and her husband Perrin of Loris and Gayle Cox Herring and her husband David of Conway; one son, Joseph “Joey” Christopher Fowler and his wife Annie of Tabor City, N.C., five grandchildren, Kayla Graham, Hunter Graham, Tristen Graham, Logan Fowler and Crystal Watts; two great-grandchildren; one brother, Wade Fowler of Loris; and one sister, Mattie Fowler of Loris.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by two sons, Timothy Fowler and Kenneth Cox; two brothers, Harvey Fowler and Clifton Fowler; and three sisters, Myrtle Fipps, Essie Fowler and Clora Mae Kilmon.
Visitation was held on Friday, Feb. 1, from 6 until 8 p.m. at Hardwick Funeral Home.
Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 2,  at Dogwood Hill Baptist Church in Loris with Pastor Jimmy Floyd and the Rev. Alvin Jackson officiating.  
Committal services followed at Twin City Memorial Gardens in Loris.
Memorials may be made to Dogwood Hill Baptist Church, 1040 Mt. Zion Road, Loris, S.C. 29569.  
You may sign his online guest book at hardwickfuneralhome.com.
Hardwick Funeral Home of Loris served the family.

Freddie ‘Skip’ E. Kirkley Jr.
Freddie “Skip” E. Kirkley Jr., 62, of Little River died on Wednesday, Jan. 30, 2013, at home with his family at his side.
Born on Nov. 20, 1950, in Charlotte, N.C., he was the son of the late Freddie E. and Martha Ann Rice Kirkley Sr.
He was a U.S. Coast Guard veteran.
He is survived by one brother, Randy Kirkley of Little River; one sister, Mitzi K. Smith and her husband Barry of Jacksonville, Fla., and one nephew, Brian K. Smith.
A private graveside service was held at Forest Lawn Cemetery in Charlotte.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach served the family

June J. Landreth
June J. Landreth of Little River went to be with God on Tuesday, Jan. 22, 2013, in Little River surrounded by her family with love.
Born on May 4, 1949, in Norfolk, Va., she graduated from Maury High School in Norfolk and then earned a BS and MS in music from Radford University.
She and her husband, Raiford Landreth, now deceased, taught music with energy and dedication in the public schools in areas around Concord, N.C., for many years. Beginning before graduating high school, she directed church choirs, working with children and adults in many congregations. She also became a very successful real estate agent, broker and trainer and later in life married Roger Ramaswamy of Charlotte, N.C. They eventually retired to the Myrtle Beach area which she so much enjoyed.
June is remembered for her love of the Lord which she kept through the hard as well as the happy times. She delighted in music, singing, dancing, traveling and the feel of sand between her toes and an ocean breeze on her face. Her children, Wes and Tara, meant the world to her. Her life was never complete without a cat and many lucky ones have enjoyed the gift of living with and being treasured by her. June’s laughter was infectious, especially when talking long into the night with her sisters or sharing a fine meal. Mother, soul mate, sister and friend, we miss you.
June is survived by her husband, A. Ramaswamy; one son, Wesley Landreth in the Myrtle Beach area; one step-daughter, Usha Maria Melvin and her husband; one grandson, Chase in Raleigh, N.C.; her stepmother, Elsie Lewis-Greunke, in Newport News, Va.; and three sisters and their families, Rita Graham in Port Matilda, Pa., Margaret Louise Carter in Annapolis, Md., and Anne Brittain in Athens, Ga.
She was predeceased by one daughter, Tara Landreth; and her parents, John and Helen Greunke.
The funeral service was private.
The family requests that anyone wishing to make a gift in June’s name may contribute to the National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals at: https://donate.aspca.org. Select the site for memorial donation.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach served the family.

Zillie M. Lilly
Zillie M. Lilly, 95, of Longs passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, Jan. 30, 2013.
She was born in Horry County on Dec. 6, 1917, a daughter of the late Gee Hue and Mamie Alford Lewis.
She was predeceased by her husband of 65 years, Robert “Clyde” Lilly; and one son, J. C. Lilly.
Above all, she loved reading her Bible and going to church. She was a member of Springfield Baptist Church in Loris. Zillie was a wonderful cook who took great pleasure in preparing meals for her family. Fishing and gardening also brought her much enjoyment.
She is survived by one daughter, Cecil Rabon and her husband Ezra of Longs; one sister, Era Lewis Wells of Myrtle Beach; three granddaughters, Barbara Martin (Stephen) of Milford, Va., Patty Penvose (Phil) of Lexington and Jennifer Julian (Dean) of Myrtle Beach; one grandson, Chad Lilly of Myrtle Beach; four great-grandchildren, Reed Lilly, Jayce Jullian, Anna Julian  and Tiffany Jackson; one daughter-in-law, Sharri L. Hammond of Myrtle Beach; and a special grandson, Logan Rabon.
The family received friends from 6 until 8 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 31, at McMillan-Small Funeral Home in Myrtle Beach.
A funeral service was held at 2 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 1, at McMillan-Small Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Mack Hudson officiating. Burial followed at Blanton Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Shepherd’s Hospice, P.O. Box 392, Nichols, S.C. 29581.
An online guest  book is available at www.msfh.net.
McMillan-Small Funeral Home of Myrtle Beach served the family.

William ‘Bill’ Solon Livingston Jr.
William “Bill” Solon Livingston Jr., 85, of Conway passed away on Saturday, Feb. 2, 2013, at Grand Strand Regional Medical Center in Myrtle Beach. 
He was born in the Dogwood Neck community on Aug. 24, 1927, a son of the late William Solon Livingston Sr. and Mossie Anna Stanley.
He was retired from the retail industry, construction and farming and was also a Navy veteran.
In his later years, he enjoyed creating a vineyard at his home on the property where he attended school as a child.
He was predeceased by his wife of 58 years, Virginia Wood Livingston; and four sisters, Letha Chestnut, Nina Watson Edge, Hazel Pugh and Pauline Cannon.
He is survived by his three children, William Solon Livingston III of Conway, Paula Reep and her husband Terry of Waynesville, N.C., and Jerri Woodle and her husband Joe of Conway; two grandsons, Phillip Reep of Greenville and Logan Woodle of Conway; four great-grandchildren, Holly, Drew, Heaven and Blake; and one sister, Myrtle Edge of North Myrtle Beach.
Graveside services were held on Monday, Feb. 4, at 2 p.m. at the Livingston Family Cemetery with his sons-in-law, the Rev. Terry Reep and  Joe Woodle, officiating.
The family received friends at the cemetery following the service.
You may sign a guest book at www.goldfinchfuneralhome.com.
Goldfinch Funeral Home, Loris Chapel,  served the family.

John A. Martin
John A. Martin, 62, of Longs died on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2013 at McLeod Seacoast Hospital in Little River.
He was born on April 4, 1950, in Hagerstown, Md., and a native of Mercersburg, Pa. He was a son of the late Anthony and Martha Hege Martin.
He has worked as a desk clerk at Hotel Blue in Myrtle Beach and the Beach Cove in North Myrtle Beach. He graduated from East Carolina University in Greenville, N.C., where he received his BA degree. He served our country in the U.S. Marines during the Vietnam War.
Survivors include his wife, Barbara Duke Martin; two daughters, Michelle Carter of Bluefield, West Va., and Marie Sams of Parkersburg, West Va.; one sister, Terry Martin-Minnich; and three grandchildren.
Funeral services were private.
Memorial donations may be made to  The American Diabetes Association, 7021 St Andrews Road, Suite 100A, Columbia, S.C.
You may sign his guest book on www.burroughsfh.com.
Burroughs Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Murrells Inlet served the family.

Octavia Livingston Rabon
Octavia Livingston Rabon, 89, of Longs went to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, Jan. 29, 2013, at the Conway Manor in Conway following an illness.  
Born on Jan. 8, 1924, in Conway, she was the daughter of  Thomas W. Livingston and Eva May Grainger Livingston.  She was a homemaker and a member of Pleasant Hill Baptist Church in Conway.
Survivors include one step-daughter, Bernice Rabon Adams and her husband Dale of Longs; three step-grandchildren, Leslie Adams Martin, Jenny Adams and Niki Adams; and four step-great-grandchildren.
In addition to her parents,  she was predeceased by her husband, George Rabon;  two brothers, Thomas C. Livingston and Brice Livingston; and her sister, Roberta Horne.
The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the fourth station staff at Conway Manor for their love and care during her stay there.  
Visitation was held one hour prior to the service at the church.  
Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Jan. 31, at Pleasant Hill Baptist Church with Pastor Mack Hutson officiating.
Committal services followed at Pleasant Union Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to Pleasant Hill Baptist Church, 6907 Hwy. 905, Conway, S.C. 29526.  
You may sign her online guest book at hardwickfuneralhome.com.
Hardwick Funeral Home of Loris served the family.

Nina Lee Stewart Richardson
Nina Lee Stewart Richardson, 79, of Loris passed away on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2013.
She was born in Aynor, a daughter of the late John Stewart and the late Jessie Medlin Stewart. 
She was predeceased by her husband, Howard Richardson; three brothers, John J. “Junior” Stewart, Wilbur Stewart and Billy Roy Stewart Sr.; and one nephew, Billy Roy Stewart Jr.
Survivors include one sister, Ruby S. Fowler of Loris; one brother, William Stewart of Loris; four special nieces, Margaret Stewart, Sylvia Stewart, Misty Stewart Morgan and Jordyn Stewart, all of Conway; one special nephew, Max T. Woods III; and many other nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, Feb. 9, at 10 a.m. at Goldfinch Funeral Home, Loris Chapel, with the Rev. Gilbert Randall officiating.
You may sign a guest book at www.goldfinchfuneralhome.com.
Goldfinch Funeral Home, Loris Chapel, is serving the family.

Harvey Edward Stevens
Harvey Edward Stevens, 83, of Little River died on Wednesday, Jan. 30, 2013, at home surrounded by his loving family after a short battle with lung cancer.
Born on March 27, 1929, in Tabor City, N.C., he was the son of the late Hubert S. and Cecil G. Soles Stevens.
He proudly served his country in Korea and Vietnam retiring from the U.S. Air Force after 20 years of dedicated service.  
Survivors include one brother, Sterling Stevens of Little River; and one sister, Marceline “Marcy” Beaverstock of Connecticut.
The family received friends from 1 p.m. to the time of service.
Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 1, in Lee Funeral Home Chapel.
Burial was held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 2, at Southland Memorial Gardens in West Columbia.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the First Baptist Church of North Myrtle Beach, Building Fund, 200 Hwy. 17 S., North Myrtle Beach, S.C. 29582.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach served the family.

William Donald Stevens
William Donald Stevens, 77, of Loris died on Saturday, Feb. 2, 2013, in Loris McLeod Hospital in Loris. 
Born in Loris, he was the son of the late Leonard and Oline Butler Bryan Stevens.
He was preceded in death by his sister, Priscilla Bryan Hardee.
He is survived by one nephew, Lewis C. Hardee Jr. and his wife Laura of Loris; two nieces,  Debby H. Watson and her husband Selman and Angela H. Grayson and her husband Steve, all of Columbia; one great-nephew, Lewis C. Hardee III; and two great-nieces,  Lauren A. Hardee and Lindsey A. Hardee. 
A memorial service will be held on Thursday, Feb. 7, at 2 p.m. in Loris United Methodist Church in Loris.
A guest book is available at inmanfuneralhome.com.
Inman Funeral Home of Tabor City, N.C.,  is serving the family.

Harry Furman Vaught
Harry Furman Vaught, 79, of Green Sea passed away on Monday, Jan. 28, 2013, at his home following an extended illness.
Born on July 13, 1933, in Loris, he was the son of  Harry Preston Vaught and  Orrie Carter Vaught. 
Mr. Vaught served his country with courage and honor as a M.P. in the U.S. Army, after which he worked and retired as an auto mechanic.  He was a member of Loris Lodge 205 AFM and a member of Grassy Bay Baptist Church in Green Sea.
Survivors include his wife, Bonnie Vaught of the home; one daughter, Angela V. Montgomery and her husband Jim of Loris; one sister, Sara Vaught Stephens Soles and her husband Leamon of Longs; one grandson, Stacey Ford of Loris; two great-grandchildren; three stepsons; three stepdaughters; and a very special niece, Charlotte Stephens.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by a daughter, Katresia Vaught Spivey; and his brother, Jimmy Douglas Vaught.
Visitation was held on Tuesday, Jan. 29, from 6 until 8 p.m. at Hardwick Funeral Home. 
Funeral services were held at 3 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 30, at Hardwick Memorial Chapel with Pastor Earl Elvis officiating.
Committal services followed at Buck Creek Cemetery. 
Memorials may be made to Grassy Bay Baptist Church, 3400 Bay View Drive,  Green Sea, S.C. 29545.
You may sign his  online guest book at hardwickfuneralhome.com.
Hardwick Funeral Home of Loris served the family.

Franklin Vereen
Franklin Vereen, 64, of Longs died on Sunday, Feb. 3, 2013, following an illness.
Funeral arrangements were incomplete at press time and will be announced by Latimer’s Funeral Home.
Latimer’s Funeral Home of Conway is serving the family.

Richard Paul Wehrly Sr.
Richard Paul Wehrly Sr., 79, of Calabash, N.C., passed away on Tuesday, Jan. 29, 2013, at his home.
He was born on Dec. 2, 1933, in Portland, Ind., the son of the late Frank Wehrly Sr. and Kathryn Mirgon Wehrly.
He was affiliated with the Social Security Administration for over 30 years until his retirement. He loved sports. He was an umpire and commissioner of soccer for Baltimore County, Md. He also served as an umpire at North Myrtle Beach Recreation Center. He played golf and fast pitch softball. He loved fishing with his son-in-law, Jerry McLamb. During his naval service he participated in operation “Deep Freeze” in Antarctica.
He was a wonderful husband, father and we pray that God keeps him in His care until we meet again.
Surviving are his wife of 55 years, Joanne E. Wehrly of the home; three children, Anna McLamb and her husband Jerry of Ash, N.C., Desiree Cluck of Highview, West Va., and Randall Wehrly of Carlisle, Pa.; one brother, Frank E. Wehrly Jr. of Muncie, Ind.; two sisters, Judy Solms of Fairmont, Ind., and Janice Jeffries of Corpus Christi, Texas; nine grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren.
A celebration of life was held at 10 a.m. on Friday, Feb. 1, at the Sunset Beach Gazebo.
Online condolences may be sent to www.brunswickfuneralservice.com.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be sent to the American Diabetes Association, 2418 Blue Ridge Road, Suite 206, Raleigh, N.C. 27607.
Brunswick Funeral Service of Shallotte, N.C., served the family.

OBITUARIES FROM JANUARY 31, 2013 EDITION

Royce Lavon Bailey Jr.
Royce Lavon Bailey Jr., 61, of Little River died on Sunday, Jan. 27, 2013, at Grand Strand Regional Medical Center in Myrtle Beach.
He was born on Dec. 16, 1951, a native of Dublin, Miss., and a son of the late Royce Lavon Bailey  Sr. and Ella Louise Singleton Bailey.
He worked for the North Myrtle Beach Police Department. He was an avid golfer, a bounty hunter and worked for six years at  Knoeble’s Amusement Park as park manager, the FBI as an agent and has worked undercover for the Washington, D.C., Police Department.
Surviving are two daughters, Melissa Adlersberg of Royersford, Pa., and Amanda Bailey of Selinsgrove, Pa.; one son, Royce Lavon Bailey III of Allenwood, Pa.; and one brother, Glen Bailey of Jackson, Miss.
Funeral services were private.
Memorial donations may be made to: LifePoint, Inc., 3950 Faber Place Drive, Suite 400, Charleston, S.C. 29405.
Condolences may be made at www.burroughsfh.com.
The Burroughs Funeral Home and Cremations Services of Murrells Inlet served the family.

Easter Mae Bellamy
Easter Mae Bellamy, 83, of Loris died on Thursday, Jan. 24, 2013, at home due to an illness.
Visitation was held on Monday, Jan. 28,  from 4 to 8 p.m. at Leggette-Troy Funeral Home.
A funeral service was held on Tuesday, Jan. 29, at 1 p.m. at Flag Patch Apostolic Holiness Church. Burial followed at Flag Patch Cemetery.
Leggette-Troy Funeral Home of Loris served the family.

Kemp Millard Causey
Kemp Millard Causey, 81, of Carolina Shores, N.C., died at Lower Cape Fear Hospice Home on Sunday, Jan. 20, 2013.
He was born on Jan. 1, 1932. He was a son of the late Oscar Causey and Sally Powell Causey. When Kemp was two years old, his mother, Sally Powell Causey, died and Kemp was raised by his beloved step-mother, Maude Martin Causey.
Kemp was predeceased by his parents; three brothers, Don Causey, Dermie Causey and Clemson Causey; one sister Winifred Causey Johnson; and his half-brother, Wendell Causey.
He is survived by Brenda B. Causey, his loving wife, best friend and partner in business for 40 years; two daughters, Joy E. Causey of Charleston and Sally P. Causey Bloom (Ben) of Raleigh, N.C.; four much loved grandchildren, Jackson C. Bloom, Spencer C. Bloom, Susannah C. Bloom and Annabel C. Bloom; three sisters, Mildred C. Vargas (Richard), Wilma C. Sellers (Bobby) and Sara C. Richardson; and two brothers Harry Causey and Richard “Ricky” Causey.
He will best be remembered as a loving family man, a business man with great integrity and a man who enjoyed spreading love and laughter everywhere he went.
A funeral service was held on Sunday, Jan. 27, at 3 p.m. at Seaside United Methodist Church in Sunset Beach, N.C. The family received friends in the fellowship hall at Seaside.
In lieu of flowers, memorials are welcome to Seaside United Methodist Church, 1300 Seaside Road, SW, Sunset Beach, N.C. 28468 or a charity of one’s choice .
Private online condolences may be sent to the family at www.brunswickfuneralservice.com.
Brunswick Funeral Service & Crematory of Shallotte, N.C., served the family.

Quincey Elvis Cox
Quincey Elvis Cox, 72, of Loris passed away on Sunday, Jan. 27, 2013.
He operated the produce stand at the North Myrtle Beach Flea Market, best known for his boiled and roasted peanuts.
Mr. Cox is survived by his wife of 40 years, Linda Spivey Cox; his daughter, Emily J. Cox of Columbia; three sisters, Lois Cox of Loris, Elaine Squires of Aynor   and Hilda Goode of Charleston; and one brother, Linford Cox of Loris.
A memorial service was held at 3 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 29, in Lee Funeral Home Chapel.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach served the family.

Johnnie Gore
Johnnie Gore, 75, of Little River passed away last week.
A wake was held on Friday, Jan. 25, at 6 p.m. at Latimer’s Funeral Home.
Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 26, at St. Paul AME Church in Little River.
Latimer’s Funeral Home of Conway served the family.

Richard Davis ‘Dick’ Hartley
Richard Davis “Dick” Hartley,  90, of North Myrtle Beach, formerly of High Point, N.C., passed away on Tuesday, Jan. 22, 2013, at McLeod Seacoast Medical Center in Little River.
Born on Sept. 16, 1922, in Washington, N.C., he was a son of the late Edgar Hartley Sr. and Jane Davis Hartley.
Until retiring in North Myrtle Beach, he was a life-long resident of High Point.  He attended High Point city schools, graduated from McCallie School in Tennessee and The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.  He played basketball for the university and was a member of Alpha Tau Omega Fraternity and the Order of the Sheiks Society.
From 1942 to 1945, during World War II, he served as a Lieutenant in the U.S. Naval Air Transport Service as a navigator.
On Dec. 28, 1946, he married the “Catch of His Life”, Nelson Mann of High Point.  
He was an active member of St. Mary’s Episcopal Church in High Point and St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church in North Myrtle Beach.  Dick was on the board of directors of Nat Green Youth Development.  He was physical director of the YMCA in Fayetteville, N.C., before going into the furniture business as assistant to the president in sales with Continental Furniture Company in High Point for seven years.
For 36 years, he was the North Carolina sales representative for Hooker Furniture Corporation in Martinsville, Va.    He was past president of the High Point Furniture Club and past president and board member of Virginia/Carolinas Home Furnishings Representative’s Association.  He was co-chairman of the First International Home Furnishings Convention in 1965.  He was the recipient of the following awards: 1964, Annual Major Award for Outstanding Achievement and Service rendered to the Association, the industry and its own membership;  1989, Ed Vasburgh Sr. Memorial Award given by Southern Home Furniture Association; 1989, First Citizen of Furnitureland USA Lifetime Gold Pass given by the International Home Furnishings Center; 1996, Ab. Fanjoy Memorial Award given by VCHFRA for outstanding and dedicated service; 1997, Dean of IHFRA Award; and 1998,  named a Paul Harris Fellow by the Rotary Foundation.
For years, he was a collector of Indian artifacts and in December 2000, he presented the High Point Museum and Historical Park with his Pre-historic collection.
He was a devoted husband, father and grandfather. He loved God, his family, church and his many friends. He never met a stranger.  In his later years, he played golf and enjoyed his friendships with many from other states and joked about his being from the north, North Carolina.
Surviving are his wife of 66 years, Nelson Hartley of North Myrtle Beach; one son, Richard N. Hartley of North Myrtle Beach; two daughters, Donna H. Bell of Little River and Margie Hartley of Raleigh, N.C.; four grandchildren, Davis C. Hartley of Raleigh, Robert Lee Bell IV and Holly  Bell, both of Little River, and Tate  Salim of Raleigh; two brothers, Stewart  Hartley of High Point and Bill Hartley and his wife Mary Lou of Oceanside, Calif.; one sister-in-law, Louise Hartley Rose of Winston-Salem, N.C.; and many nieces and nephews.  
He was preceded in death by three brothers, Edgar Hartley Jr., Robert W. Hartley and John M. Hartley.
A celebration of life was held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 30, at St. Stephens Episcopal Church in North Myrtle Beach.  
Memorials may be directed to St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 801 11th Ave. N., North Myrtle Beach, S.C. 29582 or St. Mary’s Episcopal Church, 108 W. Farris Ave., High Point, N.C. 27262.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home & Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach served the family.

Betty Landoskey
Betty Landoskey, 70, of North Myrtle Beach passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 17, 2013.
She was born in Falls City, Ala.
She is survived by her husband of 52 years, Frank; her son, Robert; and her three daughters, Deborah, Nicole and Rosemary; four grandsons; and one granddaughter.
Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 25, at Lakeside Baptist Church in North Myrtle Beach.

Mary Angela Clemons Lee
Mary Angela Clemons Lee, 68, of Green Sea peacefully passed away on Saturday, Jan. 26, 2013, at Vidant Edgecombe Hospital in Tarboro, N.C., with family by her side.
She was born in Mullins on June 22, 1944, to Ross Clemons and Prudence Buffkin Clemons. She was predeceased by her parents and three siblings. The youngest of four children, Mary Angela was the sister of Jack Clemons, Dale Clemons and Toby Ann Clemons.
Uniquely, she became an aunt on her first birthday to Jackie Clemons Cox, who was her playmate for life. She graduated from Tabor City High School and earned her B.A.in sociology at Meredith College and her masters in social work from East Carolina University. She was a social worker for the Pitt County Department of Social Services as well as the state of North Carolina.
Throughout her life, Mary Angela was an organist for various churches and a piano teacher. She was an avid tennis player and painter. She enjoyed collecting photographs and spending time on the beach. She was a former member of Green Sea Baptist Church, First Presbyterian Church of Greenville, Fidelis Book Club, Service League and German Club as well as involved in the Greenville Museum of Art. She was a member of Tabor City Baptist Church, Dirt Daubers Garden Club and Pioneer Study Club.
She leaves behind her son, David Boyd Lee and his wife Dana Williams Lee of Wilson, N.C.; her daughter, Meredith Lee Colby and her husband George Russell Colby of Los Angeles, Calif.; her four grandchildren, Hunter Daniel Lee, Mason Boyd Lee, Rachel Hope Colby and Hayes Goodman Colby; her sister-in-law, Doris Hayes Clemons; and many loving nieces, nephews and cousins.
Visitation at the church preceded the service on Wednesday, Jan. 30, from 1 to 1:45 p.m.
A memorial service to celebrate her life was held at Tabor City Baptist Church in Tabor City on Wednesday, Jan. 30,  at 2 p.m.
Burial will be held at a later date.  
In lieu of flowers,  make a donation to the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research at www.michaeljfox.org.
A guest book is available at inmanfuneralhome.com.
Inman Funeral Home of Tabor City, N.C., served the family.

Lavern Buck Livingston
Lavern Buck Livingston, 86, of Star Bluff Road in the Wampee Community died on Saturday, Jan. 19, 2013.
Visitation was held on Thursday, Jan. 24, at the McKiever Chapel from 6 to 8 p.m.
Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 25, at Popular AME Church.
Interment followed in the church cemetery.
McKiever Funeral Home of Conway served the family.

William ‘Billy’ ‘Mango’ J. Mangan
William “Billy” “Mango” J. Mangan, 52,  passed away peacefully on Thursday, Jan. 3, 2013, in his home with his partner, Evie Bishop and his two sisters Kathy Mangan and Marybeth Mangan.
He was born on March 4, 1960, in Bronx, N.Y.
He was a fine dining waiter and a gifted chef.  He loved life, his family and his many friends.  He was the youngest of nine children.
He is survived by his brothers, Bobby (Mary) Mangan and Terrance (Isabelle) Mangan; his sister-in-law, Lisa Mangan; his sisters, Joan (Jerry) Varricchio, Kathy Mangan, Jeanne (Bob) Quigley, Marybeth Mangan and Patricia (Dino) Mangan Larouche; and his many nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his loving wife, Patty; his mother and father, Jeanne and Bob Mangan; and his brother, Edward Mangan.
He was laid to rest with his parents in Cold Spring Cemetery, N.Y.
Donations can be made to Mercy Care Hospice, 8216 Devon Ct., Myrtle Beach, S.C. 29572.
A guest book may be signed at myrtlebeachfuneralhome.com.
Myrtle Beach Funeral Home of Myrtle Beach served the family.

Robert Martin Matteson
Robert Martin Matteson, 85, of Carolina Shores, N.C., died on Thursday, Dec. 20, 2012, at his home.
Mr. Matteson was born on Dec. 26, 1926, in Greene, N.Y., a son of the late Laurence and Katherine McGowan Matteson.
He retired as an administrative assistant with the RxR Industry. He was also a World War II U.S. Army veteran and a lifetime member of the Calabash VFW and Calabash Elks.
Surviving are his wife, Georgiana Goerz Matteson; one son, Mark Matteson and his wife Susan  of Springfield, Mass.; one daughter, Suzanne Matteson and her life-time partner John Hammaren of Kinnelon, N.J.; one step-son, Jeffry Mullen and his wife  Jilby of Sparta, N.J.; one step-daughter, Patricia Kalenba and her husband Kevin of Rocky Hill, Conn.; one brother, Larry Matteson and his wife Patti of Shallotte, N.C.; and one sister, Barbara Hawks of White Plains, N.Y.
A celebration of life service was conducted at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 26, in Little River United Methodist Church.
The family requests in lieu of flowers memorials be directed to the Lower Cape Fear Hospice, 1414 Physicians Drive, Wilmington, N.C. 28401 or Little River United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 160, Little River, S.C. 29566.
Private online condolences may be sent to the family at www.brunswickfuneralservice.com.
Brunswick Funeral Service and Crematory of Shallotte served the family.

Gerald Stanley ‘Mr. Jerry’ Mogilka Sr.
Gerald Stanley “Mr. Jerry” Mogilka Sr. of Longs passed away at home, as he wished, on Thursday, Jan. 24, 2013.  
He was born in Ware, Mass., on April 2, 1935, to Stanley Mogilka and Phyllis Thibodeau Mogilka Taylor.   Mr. Jerry was the owner of Buckcreek Outpost in Longs.
He leaves his wife of 57 years, Patricia Ann Bauer Mogilka; their children, John Mogilka of Goshen, Mass., Katie (Kathleen) Staples of Garden City, Carl Ray Mogilka Sr. and Frederick Mogilka Sr., both of Longs, and Carol Dyl of Whiteville, N.C.; 15 grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.
He was predeceased by one son, Gerald Stanley Mogilka Jr.
The family received friends from 5 to 7 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 26, at Lee Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Mercy Care Hospice, 8216 Devon Court, Myrtle Beach, S.C.  29572.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach served the family.

Earldean Wright Norris
Earldean Wright Norris, 90, of Loris passed away on Saturday, Jan. 26, 2013, at McLeod Seacoast Hospital in Little River following an illness.
Born on Aug. 9, 1922, in Loris, she was the daughter of Mack Dillon Wright and Isabelle Boyd Wright.  Mrs. Norris was a homemaker and an active member of Lawndale Baptist Church in Loris. Affectionately known as “Mamma” and “Grandma” by all, she will be most remembered as a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great-grandmother and sister.
Survivors include her three sons, Carroll Norris and his wife Rhonda, Terry Norris and his wife Cathy and Darrell Norris,  all of Loris; four daughters, Barbara Hardee, Lynda Todd and her husband Ray and Karen N. Huggins, all of Loris and Patricia Grainger and her husband Wendell of Moyock, N.C.; one daughter-in-law, Janice Powell Norris of Loris; 17 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren; four great-great-grandchildren; and her sister, Joan Wright Harrelson of Loris.
In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, Alfie Isaac Norris; one son, the Rev. Doyce E. Norris;  two brothers, Mack Donald Wright and Bobby Eugene Wright; and one son-in-law, Windell Hardee.
Visitation was held on  Monday, Jan. 28,  from 6 until 8 p.m. at Hardwick Funeral Home.  
Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 29,  at Lawndale Baptist Church with Pastor Rusty McAlister and the Rev. Larry Johnson officiating.  
Entombment followed at Twin City Memorial Gardens in Loris.  
Memorials may be made to Lawndale Baptist Church, 4717 Hwy. 66, Loris, S.C.  29569.  
You may sign her online guest book at Hardwickfuneralhome.com.
Hardwick Funeral Home of Loris served the family.

Bertha Elise Mishoe Watson
Bertha Elise Mishoe Watson, 86, of Loris passed away on Saturday, Jan. 26, 2013, at Grand Strand Regional Medical Center in Myrtle Beach following an illness.  
Born on Oct. 21, 1926, in Loris, she was the daughter of Henry James Mishoe and Mary Jane “Omie” Mishoe.  She was a longtime member of Beulah Baptist Church in Loris and was a homemaker.
Survivors include several loving nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents she was predeceased by her husband, Franklin Joseph Watson;  three brothers, Ellis Johnson Mishoe, Rufus Mishoe and Leo Mishoe; and five sisters, Dula Mishoe, Gussie Mishoe, Eulee Mishoe, Virginia Mishoe and Vera Mishoe.
Visitation was held on Tuesday, Jan. 29,  from 6 until 8 p.m. at Hardwick Funeral Home.  
Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 30, at Beulah Baptist Church with Pastor Josh Bellamy officiating.  Entombment services were private.  
In lieu of flowers  you may make memorials to Beulah Baptist Church, 2651 Hwy. 66, Loris, S.C. 29569.
Sign her online guest book at hardwickfuneralhome.com.
Hardwick Funeral Home of Loris served the family. 

OBITUARIES FROM JANUARY 24, 2013 EDITION

Herbert Bullock Jr.
Herbert Bullock Jr., 46, of Tabor City, N.C., passed away on Sunday, Jan. 20, 2013.
He was born on Jan. 13, 1967, in Loris, a son of the late Herbert Bullock Sr. and the late Edith Thompkins Bullock.  He was predeceased by one sister, Linda B. Branton.
Survivors include one son, Curtis Bullock of Conway; one daughter, Denise Hucks of Loris; one grandson, Tanner Elliott of Loris; four brothers, Danny Bullock of Green Sea, Eddie Bullock and his wife Rita and Manly “Pee Wee” Bullock and his wife Roxanne, all of Tabor City and Woody Bullock and his wife Sharon of Green Sea; and several nieces and nephews.
Visitation was held on Tuesday, Jan. 22, from 7 to 9 p.m. at Goldfinch Funeral Home, Loris Chapel.
Graveside services were held on Wednesday, Jan. 23,  at 11 a.m. from  Carolina Baptist Church Cemetery with the Rev. Alvin Jackson officiating.
Sign a guest book at www.goldfinchfuneralhome.com.
Goldfinch Funeral Home, Loris Chapel,  served the family.

Pauline Therese LeBlanc Conn
Pauline Therese LeBlanc Conn, 86, of Loris died on Saturday, Jan. 12, 2013, after a 12 year struggle with dementia Alzheimer’s.
Pauline was an original member of the Church of the Resurrection in Loris and a registered nurse in New Hampshire, Massachusetts and Pennsylvania. An accomplished classical pianist, she enjoyed oil painting, knitting, needlepoint, basket making, ceramics and quilting to name a few. She was busy as a volunteer in the community wherever she lived.
She is survived by her husband of 61 years, William; one sister, Theresa LeBlanc; nieces and nephews in Massachusetts, New Hampshire and California; her daughter, Patricia Graham and her husband Richard of Loris; two grandsons, Robert in Florida and Richard in Texas; her son, Michael in New Jersey; three granddaughters, Emily, Katie, Laura and her husband Randy; her great-grandson, Ryder; her son, Richard and his wife Joan in Florida; stepchildren, Charlie, Chris, Dan, Kristyn and her husband Chad; and her great-grandchildren, Logan and Liliana.
There was no viewing or visitation.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
Sign a guest book available at MyrtleBeachFuneralHome.com
Myrtle Beach Funeral Home of Myrtle Beach is serving the family.

Joy E. Cook
Joy E. Cook, 75, of North Myrtle Beach died on Monday, Jan. 14, 2013, at home surrounded by her loving family.
Born on June 30, 1937, in Charlotte, N.C., she was the daughter of the late Ralph T. and Emma Haigler White.
Joy is survived by her husband of 43 years, Robert P. “Bob” Cook of North Myrtle Beach; one son, Chuck; four daughters, Donna, Brenda, Cheryl and Terry; eight grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren.
Graveside services were held at 2 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 17, at Forest Lawn Cemetery in the Wampee community of Little River.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach served the family.

Oleta Platt Duncan
Oleta Platt Duncan, 78, Little River passed away on Sunday, Jan. 20, 2013, at Grand Strand Regional Medical Center in Myrtle Beach.
Born on May 12, 1934, in Little River,  she was the daughter of the late Dewey Victor Platt and the late Eva Blanch Hardee Platt.
Mrs. Duncan retired as a supervisor with Escod Industries and was a longtime member of Pleasant Plain Baptist Church.
Survivors include her daughter, Sylvia Causey and her husband Danny Ray of Conway; eight grandchildren, Andera Inman, April Duncan, Jason Causey, Stephanie Foxworth, Kaila Standridge, Crissy Caudill Harper, Teddy Speights and Lynn Speights; 13 great-grandchildren; two brothers, James Platt of Loris and Billy Platt of Little River; three sisters, Doretha Smith of Indian Harbour Beach, Fla., Gertrude “Trudy” Sarvis of Loris and Bobbie Jean Brannon of Buford, Ga.
In addition to her parents she was predeceased by her husband, Eleck Jankins “E.J.” Duncan; three sons, Randy Duncan, Shelton Platt and Donald Duncan;one brother, Admiral Platt; and four sisters, Hattie Stevens, O’Nell King, Louise Edge and Jessie Dell Lewis.
Visitation was held on Tuesday, Jan. 22,  from 6 until 8 p.m. at Hardwick Funeral Home in Loris.
Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 23, at Pleasant Plain Baptist Church.
Burial followed at the Platt Family Cemetery. Pastor Dennis Williams and the Rev. Mack Hutson officiated the services.
Memorials may be made to Pleasant Plain Baptist Church, P.O. Box 1208, Little River, S.C. 29566.  
You may sign her  online guest book at hardwickfuneralhome.com.
 Hardwick Funeral Home of Loris served the family.

Cleople Franks
Cleople Franks, 89, of Conway passed away peacefully on Friday, Jan. 18, 2013, at home surrounded by her loving family.
Born on Nov. 7, 1923 in Conway, she was the daughter of the late Henry C. and Geneva Jones Lewis Sr.
Mrs. Franks is survived by five sons, Julius Franks, Gary Franks, Dean Franks, Elbert Franks and Roger Franks; two daughters, Diane Mackey and Debbie Cody; two brothers, Wallace Lewis and T.J. Lewis; one sister, Deltas Franks; 27 grandchildren; 61 great-grandchildren and 22 great-great-grandchildren.
She was predeceased by her husband, Raymond H. Franks; one daughter, Lois Flynn; two brothers, H.C. Lewis Jr. and Charles Lewis; and one sister, Isabelle Wright.
Per Cleople’s request, the family received friends at her home at any time prior to a graveside service at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 22, at North Myrtle Beach Memorial Gardens in Little River.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach served the family.

Cleveland Frink
Cleveland Frink, 60, of Little River died on Saturday, Jan. 19, 2013.
Funeral arrangements were handled by Latimer’s Funeral Home of Conway.

Kenneth Robert Goodfellow Jr.
Kenneth Robert Goodfellow Jr., 66, of North Myrtle Beach passed away on Sunday, Jan. 13, 2013, at Grand Strand Regional Medical Center in Myrtle Beach.
He was born on Dec. 13, 1946, in Gloucester City, N.J., and was a son of the late Kenneth Robert Goodfellow Sr. and Mareva Northcott Goodfellow.
Surviving are his wife of 22 years, Linda A. Goodfellow of North Myrtle Beach; four children, Ashley Goodfellow Cook of Austin, Texas, Matthew Goodfellow and his wife Alyson of Augusta, Ga., Stephanie Cirasa and her husband Ray of McLeansboro, Ill., and Michael Kilby of St. Petersburg, Fla.; two sisters, Van Fisher (Regina) of Hickory, N.C., and Sharon Wimmer of Atlanta, Ga.; five grandchildren, Zachary, Austin, Jackson, Sarah and Maida; and his extended family at the Alabama Theatre in North Myrtle Beach; and The Flynn Home in Hickory, N.C.
Private family memorial services are being planned.
Memorials may be made to The Humane Society of North Myrtle Beach. Make check payable to: HSNMB, P.O Box 3369, North Myrtle Beach, S.C. 29582. The Humane Society has asked that if you  make a donation  attach Ken’s name.
An online guest register is available at www.msfh.net.
McMillan-Small Funeral Home of Myrtle Beach is serving the family.

Ernestine Cannon Hilbourn
Ernestine Cannon Hilbourn, 80, of Loris passed away on Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2013, at Colleton Medical Center in Walterboro following an illness.  
Born on Sept. 1, 1932, in Loris, she was the daughter of John Quince Cannon and Mary Frances Suggs Cannon.  Mrs. Hilbourn was a homemaker and attended First Southern Methodist Church in Charleston. She will be most remembered as a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend to all who knew her.
Survivors include her two daughters, Dorothy “Dee” Hall and her husband Tim of Newport News, Va., and Vivian “Vicky” Alsbrook and her husband Joe of Branchville;  four grandchildren, Denna Fowler and her husband Josh, Lexa Alsbrook and  Jonathan,  Sarah Horst and her husband  Matthew and Chandler Sanders and her husband Patrick; and eight loving great-grandchildren.
In addition to her parents she was predeceased by her husband, Jack A. Hilbourn; her son, Jimmy Dale Hilbourn;  two brothers, Jack Cannon and J.V. Cannnon; and onesister, Bertie Lewis.
Visitation was on Friday, Jan. 18, from 12:30 p.m. until the time of service. Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 18, at Hardwick Memorial Chapel with the Rev. Joel Simpson officiating.
Committal services  followed at Patterson Cemetery in Loris.
Sign her online guest book at hardwickfuneralhome.com.
Hardwick Funeral Home of Loris served the family.

Dr. Dennis E. Kenney
Dr. Dennis E. Kenney, 67, of Longs died on Sunday, Jan. 20, 2013, at McLeod Seacoast Medical Center in Little River.
Born on May 23, 1945, in Morristown, Tenn., he was the son of the late Lacy and Gladys E. Craig Kenney.
Doctor Kenney was a graduate of   Tusculum College and Southern Baptist Theological Seminary.  He served churches in Kentucky, Florida, Georgia, Tennessee and South Carolina.  Retired due to ill health, he continued to make the most of every opportunity to proclaim the gospel of Christ.
He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Sylvia Livingston Kenney; two brothers, Douglas Kenney of Virginia and Phil Kenney of Kansas; and his mother-in-law, Mary Livingston of Longs.
A memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 26, at Lakeside Baptist Church in North Myrtle Beach.  The family will receive friends following the service.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Lakeside Baptist Church, Youth Ministry, P.O. Box 237, North Myrtle Beach, S.C. 29597 or Holy Trinity Catholic School, 1760 LivingStones Lane, Longs, S.C. 29568.
A message of condolence may be made to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home & Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach is serving the family.

Lavern Buck Livingston
Lavern Buck Livingston, 86, of the Wampee Community died on Saturday, Jan. 19, 2013.
McKiever Funeral Home of Conway served the family

Gail R. McDaniel
Gail R. McDaniel, 69, of Little River died on Thursday, Jan. 17, 2013, at home surrounded by her family and friends.
Born on March 26, 1943, in Gastonia, N.C., she was the daughter of the late Leonard and Virginia Bouldin Ramsey.
Gail was a karaoke disc jockey.
Survivors include her husband, Leon McDaniel of Mt. Holly, N.C.; one daughter, Paula Suzette Pellechia of Socastee; one brother, Dan Ramsey (Ann) of Madison, N.C.; and caring friends, Beckie Burnett and Rebecca Jefferson.
She was predeceased by four brothers, Ronnie, Lawrence Ray, Billy Joe and Steven.
Services were private with the family.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to InCare Hospice, 4685 Hwy. 17 S. Bypass, Myrtle Beach, S.C. 29577.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach served the family.

Rev. Thomas Milton Mishoe Sr.
The Rev. Thomas Milton Mishoe Sr., 91, of Loris passed away peacefully on Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2013, at Lakewood Manor in Richmond, Va., following declining health.
Survivors include his son, Thomas M. Mishoe Jr. and his wife Dana Jones Mishoe; two loving granddaughters, Kathryn Mishoe Parkes and MacKinsey Grace Mishoe;  three brothers, Osteen Mishoe, John Mishoe and Tony Mishoe; and one sister, Marjorie Schmolke.  He was also blessed with many other family members and lifelong friends.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his wife of 50 years, Coreina Cartrette Mishoe; two children, Priscilla Mishoe and Marcyl Jay Mishoe; one brother, Paul Mishoe; and one sister, Kathleen Hardee.
Visitation preceded the funeral service beginning at 1 p.m. until the time of service.
Funeral services were held at 2:30 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 21, at Hardwick Funeral Home in Loris with the Rev. Norman Burnes officiating.
Committal services followed at Twin City Memorial Gardens in Loris.
In lieu of flowers, you may make a donation to diabetes research at the American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 11454, Alexandria, VA 22312 or online at www.diabetes.org.
You may sign the Reverend Mishoe’s online guest book at hardwickfuneralhome.com.
Hardwick Funeral Home of Loris served the family.

Annie Lou Nobles
Annie Lou Nobles, 89, of Belle Drive in North Myrtle Beach died on Thursday, Jan. 17, 2013, at McLeod Seacoast in Little River.
Mrs. Nobles was born in Conway, a daughter of the late George Whiteford and Mary Ellen Thompkins. She was a member of the First Baptist Church in North Myrtle Beach where she was a faithful member of the Adult Workers Sunday School Class. She retired from Longley Supply as a bookkeeper/credit manager.
She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother who will be greatly missed by all.
She was preceded in death by three brothers, Willard Thompkins, Joe Thompkins and McLaurin Thompkins; and one sister, Mazie Marlowe.
Surviving are one son, David P. “Pat” Nobles (Marsha) of North Myrtle Beach; one daughter, Janice N. Pritchard (Myron) of Conway; three grandchildren, Jennifer N. Harmon (Scott), Shannon N. Fries (David) all of North Myrtle Beach, and Jon C. Nobles (Danelle) of Towson, Md.; seven great-grandchildren, Amanda Harmon, Mallory Johnson, Hampton Harmon, Emily Johnson, Sarah Nobles, Riley Nobles and ViVi Nobles; and two brothers, Harold Thompkins (Elease) of Myrtle Beach and Gerald Thompkins (Shelby) of Socastee.
The family received friends from 5 to 7 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 19, at the funeral home.
Funeral services will be held at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 27, at First Baptist Church of North Myrtle Beach with Dr. John Gambrell, R. Myron Pritchard, the Rev. Rusty Mullins and Amanda C. Harmon officiating. Burial will follow in Hillcrest Cemetery in Conway.
Memorials may be sent to the First Baptist Church of North Myrtle Beach, 200 Hwy. 17 S., North Myrtle Beach, S.C. 29582.
Sign a guest book at www.goldfinchfuneralhome.com.
Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway Chapel, served the family.

Derek John O’Neill
Derek John O’Neill of Longs died on Sunday, Jan. 20, 2013.
Born on March 8, 1941, he was a native of Dublin, Ireland. O’Neill immigrated to the U.S. from Ireland in 1994. Spending his first few years in Calabash, N.C., he moved to Longs in 1997.
O’Neill was an avid sports fan and an accomplished golfer, recently coming within one stroke of reaching his goal of shooting his age of 71.  He was the Junior Varsity Soccer Coach at North Myrtle Beach High School, a staff member at Martin’s PGA Tour Superstore in North Myrtle Beach  and a caring partner, father, grandfather and friend.
He is survived by his loving partner, Brenda Starnes; one sister, Margaret Lane; four sons, Dara O’Neill, Robbie O’Neill, Stephen O’Neill and Derek O’Neill  Jr.; four grandchildren, Gary, Sean, Shauna and Kieran; three daughters-in-law, Deborah, Jennifer and Susan; and one son-in-law, John.  
He was predeceased by one son, Eoin O’Neill, who died in 1986 at the age of 20.
A memorial service will take place at Lee Funeral Home in Little River at 5:30 p.m.  on Thursday, Jan. 24.
In lieu of flowers,  make a donation in O’Neill’s name to The Humane Society of North Myrtle Beach, P.O. Box 3369, North Myrtle Beach, S.C. 29582.
Lee Funeral Home & Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach is serving the family.

Leo Porter
Leo Porter, 77, of Loris passed away on Sunday, Jan. 20, 2013, at the Lower Cape Fear Hospice Care Center in Whiteville, N.C.  Born on Jan.14, 1936, in Loris, he was the son of  Lance Porter and Thelma Cartrette Porter.  He retired as a farmer and logger and attended Camp Swamp United Methodist Church.
Survivors include his wife, Ida Jane Porter of the home; one stepdaughter, Saundra Grubb of Kernersville, N.C.; one granddaughter, Carriane Starnes and her husband David of Greenville, N.C.;  two brothers, W.J. Porter and his wife Frances of Siler City, N.C., and Levi Porter and his wife Alice of Tabor City, N.C.; one brother-in-law, Hiram Fowler of Tabor City; one sister-in-law, Frances Porter of Loris; five nephews, Richard Porter and his wife Sharon, Stevie Porter and his wife Linda, Terry Porter and his wife Ann, Greg Porter and his wife Anita and Jeff Porter and his wife Kathy; and four nieces, Diane Elliott and her husband Doug, Donna L. Fowler-Marchant and her husband Scott,  LaCha Goff and her husband Kim and Sandy Dixon and her husband Eddie.
In addition to his parents he was predeceased by a brother, Chan Porter; and his sister, Marie Porter Fowler.
Visitation was held on Monday, Jan. 21,  from 6 until 8 p.m. at Hardwick Funeral Home.
Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 22,   at Camp Swamp United Methodist Church with Pastor Carl Harris officiating.
Committal services followed at Camp Swamp Cemetery.
You may sign his online guest book at hardwickfuneralhome.com.
Hardwick Funeral Home of Loris served the family.

Larry G. Rabon
Larry G. Rabon, 66, of Deer Park, Ala., passed away on Monday, Jan. 14, 2013, following a sudden illness.
Born on May 29, 1946, in Loris,  he was the son of the late Leon Floyd Rabon  and the late Norma Cox Rabon.  Mr. Rabon loved horses and was a Baptist.
Survivors include his son, Jake Rabon of Raleigh, N.C.; one brother, Terry Rabon and his wife Cindy of Tabor City, N.C.; and one sister, Pauline Lyna and her husband William of Cary, N.C.
Visitation was on Wednesday, Jan. 16,  from 7 until 9 p.m. at Hardwick Funeral Home.
Funeral services were held on Thursday, Jan. 17, at 3 p.m. at Hardwick Memorial Chapel with the Rev. Jeremy Todd officiating.
Committal services  followed at Old Zion Wesleyan Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to The American Cancer Society, 950 48th Ave. N., Suite 101, Myrtle Beach, S.C. 29577.
Sign his online guest book at hardwickfuneralhome.com.
 Hardwick Funeral Home of Loris served the family.

Roger Lewis Williams
Roger Lewis Williams, 81, of Loris passed away on Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2013, at Grand Strand Regional Medical Center in Myrtle Beach.  
Born on June 3, 1931, in Brockton, Mass., he was the son of Roger Williams and Floris Lewis Williams. He was a Master Mason of 55 years in Friendship Lodge A.F. and A.M. in Wilmington, Mass., and was a Baptist.
He started his career at HP Hood in Boston. He later worked for Sweetheart Plastics cup company and retired as a facilities engineer with Stepan Chemical Company out of Chicago, Ill.
Williams was respected and admired. He never sat idly by and was  always quick to lend a helping hand. Besides his family, the three loves of his life were flying, boating and playing golf.  
Survivors include his wife, Cynthia B. Williams of the home; one son, Stephen Lewis Williams of Strafford, Conn.; one daughter, Sandra June Morin and her husband Joseph A. Morin of Gorham, Maine;  five grandchildren;  two great-grandchildren;  one brother, David Williams and his wife Gail of Wakefield, Mass.; and two sisters, Charlotte Steves of Pennsylvania and Katherine Johnson and her husband Allen of Massachusetts.
Williams was predeceased by his parents; and one sister, Barbara Williams.
A memorial service was held on Saturday, Jan. 19, at 11 a.m. at Hardwick Memorial Chapel with the Rev. Mack Hutson officiating.  
Sign Mr. Williams online guest book at hardwickfuneralhome.com.
Hardwick Funeral Home of Loris served the family.

OBITUARIES FROM JANUARY 17, 2013 EDITION

Van J. ‘Pee Wee’ Arnette
Van J. “Pee Wee” Arnette, 70, died on Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2013, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center in Wilmington, N.C., after an illness.
Pee Wee was born in Wilmington, a son of the late V.J. and Grace Williams Arnette. He was also predeceased by two brothers, Wayne Arnette and Jerry Arnette.
Mr. Arnette was retired from law enforcement where he worked for 42 years, first for the South Carolina Highway Patrol and then as an agent for the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED). He was also a veteran, having served in the U.S. Army. He was a member of Living Water Baptist Church and also attended Loris First Baptist Church. He was a member of Masonic Lodge #205.
Surviving are his daughter, Joni A. Johnson and her husband David W. Johnson of Loris; one brother, Wilbur Arnette and his wife Donna of Loris; one sister, Lisa Tipton and her husband Chuck of Wilmington; two grandchildren, Holly Whitehead and Hannah Johnson; and one great-grandchild, Madelynn Grace Whitehead.
Memorials may be made to Living Water Baptist Church, 1569 Hwy. 9 E., Longs, S.C. 29568.

Gloria R. Bravo
Gloria R. Bravo, 75, of Little River died on Sunday, Jan. 13, 2103, at McLeod Seacoast Medical Center in Little River after a 10 month battle with lung cancer.
Born on June 30, 1937, in Rutland, Mass., she was the daughter of the late George R. and Margaret R. (Mosher) Willis.
She is survived by her loving and devoted husband, Ray F. Wartman of Little River; her loving son, Jack F. Bravo; her loving daughter, Heather R. Zettlemoyer;  one sister, Helen M. LeBron; by her cat, Mickey Bravo, who was always by her side; six nieces and nephews; and several cousins. Numerous friends and co-workers will miss her dearly.
She received her bachelor’s degree from Worcester State College in Worcester, Mass. She went on to earn her master’s degree from Anna Maria College in Paxton, Mass. The celebration party after receiving her master’s degree is one those in attendance won’t soon forget.
Gloria was a medical technologist; she started working in the blood bank at the former Worcester City Hospital. She became blood bank supervisor and then laboratory manager. She was also the director of the School of Medical Technology. After City Hospital closed, she continued on as lab manager at the Family Health and Social Service Center. She retired after that but couldn’t stay away from the lab. She worked part time in the Blood Bank at Worcester Memorial Hospital. After moving to the Myrtle Beach area she worked in the laboratory at Grand Strand Regional Medical Center. She was dedicated to and loved her work, often calling in after her shift to check on particularly difficult cases.
She was a fun-loving person who enjoyed being outdoors; she enjoyed camping, fishing and Ray’s favorite sport, golf. She had spent a lot of time during the summers going deep sea fishing on Cape Cod and in Westport, Mass. She had also traveled to Alaska for halibut fishing. Once in Myrtle Beach, she took up golfing and was progressing nicely. Gloria enjoyed bowling, bingo and many card games. She was an avid crossword puzzler, word search, Sudoku and the daily Jumble. She was always willing to help someone in need. She will be remembered by her bright eyes, smiling face and cheerful personality.
The family received friends from 7 to 9 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 15, at Lee Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, 950 48th Ave. N., Suite 101, Myrtle Beach, S.C. 29577. The family would greatly appreciate your donation be designated to the cure for lung cancer.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach served the family.

Paul P. Carter
Paul P. Carter, 83, of Longs passed away on Tuesday, Jan. 8, 2013, at Grand Strand Regional Medical Center in Myrtle Beach.  
Born on July 12, 1929, he was the son of Jessie P. Carter and  Bertha Boyd Carter.  Mr. Carter was a retired farmer, logger and a member of Mt. Leon Baptist Church in Longs.
Survivors include his wife, Virginia Carter of the home; his son, Johnny Carter and his wife Denise of Longs;  four daughters, Linda Faircloth and her husband Clayton of Mt. Pleasant, Paulette Rathbun and her husband Paul of Longs, Sherill Stalvey of Longs  and Laurie Chestnut and her husband Joseph of Conway; one sister, Louise Chestnut of Myrtle Beach; and many loving grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
In addition to his parents he was predeceased by his two brothers, John L. Carter and Clyde Carter; and four sisters, Betty Carroll, Alice Sullivan, Alene Canada and Pauline McKenzie.
Funeral services were held at 4 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 10,  at Mt. Leon Baptist Church with visitation from 2 p.m. until the time of service at the church. Pastor Lee Singleton and the Rev. Gene Gardner officiated.  
Committal services followed at Mt. Leon Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to Mt. Leon Baptist Church, 9801 S. Hwy. 905, Longs, S.C. 29568.  
Sign his online guest book at hardwickfuneralhome.com.
 Hardwick Funeral Home of Loris served the family.

Dr. Lollice Bradford Courtney
Dr. Lollice Bradford Courtney, 77, of Conway died peacefully on Friday, Jan. 11, 2013, at his home overlooking the Great Pee Dee River.
Born in the Couchton Community of Aiken he was predeceased by his parents Clarence Cosmo and Willie Burckhalter Courtney.
Dr. Courtney was a graduate of Aiken High School, the University of South Carolina and a 1961 graduate of the Medical University of South Carolina. He was a beloved pediatrician and cared for generations of children at Conway Pediatrics for over 48 years. He was a member of Kingston Presbyterian Church. He served in the United States Navy as a Lt. Commander during the Vietnam War.
He was predeceased by his beloved first wife, Carolyn Nelson Fortson Courtney; three brothers, Clarence Courtney Jr., Gordon Courtney and Leslie Courtney; and one sister, Martha Courtney Woodruff.
The love of family was the focus of his life, and he is survived by his wife, Lynda Taylor Courtney; two sons, Brad (Kimberly) Courtney and Press (Jennifer) Courtney; six daughters, Mary Caroline (Wallace) Vaught, Alys (Ed) Lawson, Gwen (Pat) Webster, Cyndi (Darren) Smith, Jessica (Craig) Sasser and Lauren (Lad) Hunter; and his best friend, Franklin (Delbra) Hicks; 18 grandchildren, Bradford, Blake, Carolyn and Mary Wallis Vaught; Kate and Paul Lawson; Rick and Anna Foxworth, Max and Rachel Webster; Ford and Glenn Courtney; West, Sarah and Jordan Pressley Courtney; Marshall and John Henry Sasser and Sophia Smith; three great-grandchildren, Wade, Erich and Millie Vaught; his father-in-law, Robert Moore Taylor; and a brother, William O’Neil (Yvonne) Courtney of Aiken.
The family received friends from 4 until 6 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 13, at Goldfinch Funeral Home in Conway.
Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 14, at Kingston Presbyterian Church with the Rev. Rhett Talbert officiating. Entombment followed at Hillcrest Mausoleum in Conway.
The family requests that memorials be sent to Kingston Presbyterian Church Youth Fund, 800 Third Avenue, Conway, S.C. 29526 or to the Conway Medical Center Foundation - Courtney Family Endowment, P.O. Box 829, Conway, S.C. 29528.
Goldfinch Funeral Home of Conway served the family.

Roberta Ritchie Graham
Roberta Ritchie Graham, 75, of Calabash, N.C., passed away on Wednesday, Dec. 5, 2012, after a short hospitalization.
She grew up in The Valley and resided for many  years in Cazenovia and Manlius, N.Y.
She enjoyed visiting with friends, sharing homecooked meals, attending church, her cat “Lizzy” and her Scottish-Irish family.
She was predeceased by her husband, John; and a sister, Elizabeth Belle.
Surviving are two sons, Jeffrey (Heather) Brown of Syracuse, N.Y., and Scott Brown of North Port, Fla.; one daughter, Jamie Brown of Scottsdale, Ariz.; one brother, Charles J. Ritchie; and six grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, Jan. 26, at 11 a.m. at Andrews Chapel United Methodist Church at 1091 Hickman RoadN.W. in Calabash.
Gifts in her honor may be sent to: Andrews Chapel United Methodist Women.

Donald ‘Don’ Ralph Hamacher
Donald “Don” Ralph Hamacher, 92, of North Myrtle Beach, musician and co-founder of Dog-N-Suds, passed away on Friday, Jan. 4, 2013.
He was born in Richmond, Missouri, where his family owned the Hamacher Mill.
While in the Marine Reserve Program, he funded his own college at Missouri University by playing in the Eddie Gibbons dance band where he was also drum major for the Missouri University marching band.  His biggest college accomplishment was meeting Maggie.  They were married and started their life together in Robinson, Ill.  Later they moved to Champaign, Ill., where Don was a high school music teacher.  Always the entrepreneur, he and a friend started a hot dog and root beer drive-in called Dog-N-Suds in the summer.  This franchise grew to be one of the largest independently owned franchises in the United States with over 700 locations.  During his Dog-N-Suds tenure, he was president of the International Franchise Association, honorary citizen of the city of New Orleans and guest speaker at the Harvard School of Business.
In 1975, Don and Maggie moved to North Myrtle Beach, where he continued his love for music and business.  He obtained his real estate brokers license.
He was on the Long Bay Symphony board since its inception, a former president and honorary lifetime member.  He directed the choir at Lakeside Baptist Church in North Myrtle Beach, started the Grand Strand Singers, was president of the Coastal Concert Association, organized and directed the All City Christmas Cantata and was grand marshal of the North Myrtle Beach Christmas parade.  He was an active member of Ocean Drive Presbyterian Church and sang in the choir.  An 84 merit badge eagle scout, musician, golfer, international traveler, pilot, boater, volunteer and hopeless romantic; Don Hamacher was a high energy, likeable and driven man who had influence on many people’s lives. He especially loved the time with his wife, daughters and grandchildren.  
He is survived by his devoted wife of 69 years, Margaret Hunter Hamacher, Maggie. He will be lovingly remembered by his two daughters, Diane Oberlies and Jeanine Kuhn-Coker; four granddaughters and eight great-grandchildren.
He had three older sisters, who preceded him in death.
A memorial to celebrate his life will be held on Saturday, Jan. 26, at 2:30 p.m. at Ocean Drive Presbyterian Church in North Myrtle Beach.  
In lieu of flowers, a gift may be sent to the American Heart Association or the church.

Isla Mae Harrelson
Isla Mae Currie Harrelson, 83, of Loris passed away on Monday, Jan. 14, 2013, at Grand Strand Regional Medical Center in Myrtle Beach following an illness.  
Born on May 27, 1929, in Loris,  she was the daughter of  Lewis Currie and  Iris Shelley Currie.
Mrs. Harrelson retired as an assistant teacher with Green Sea Elementary School and was a longtime and faithful member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church.  She was passionate about her flowers, dogs and anything outdoors.
Survivors include her husband, Ben P. Harrelson Sr. of the home; three sons, Benjamin P. Harrelson Jr. and his wife Gail of Conway, Jimmy Michael Harrelson and Mary Cooke of Florence and Monte Lewis Harrelson and Amy Howie of Green Sea; four grandchildren, Brett, Scott, Chad and Kyle; five great-grandchildren, Brooke, Olivia, Ryan, Brady and Hammond; and a special nephew, Greg Currie.
In addition to her parents; she was predeceased by her brother, Lewis M. Currie
The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the staff of  the Myrtle Beach Manor for their care and kindness during this difficult time.
Visitation was on Wednesday, Jan. 16,  from 5 until 7 p.m. at Hardwick Funeral Home.
Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. on  Thursday, Jan. 17, at Mt. Zion Baptist Church with Pastor David Watts officiating.
Committal services will follow at Mt. Zion Cemetery in Loris.
Memorials may be made to Mt. Zion Baptist Church, 2610 Mt. Zion Church Road, Loris, S.C. 29569.
Sign her online guest book at hardwickfuneralhome.com.
Hardwick Funeral Home of Loris is serving the family.

Terry Lynne Selders Milligan
Terry Lynne Selders Milligan, 54, of Loris passed away on Monday, Jan. 14, 2013, at her home following an illness.
Born on June 11, 1958, in Charleston, West Va., she was the daughter of  Kenneth Leroy Selders and  Bettie Ramsey Selders  Hall.
Mrs. Milligan worked as a nurse before becoming disabled. She was a member of Camp Swamp United Methodist Church but will be most remembered as a loving mother and grandmother.
Survivors include her father of Elkins, West Va., and her mother of Conway;  her husband, Larry Homer Milligan of the home; one son, Jonathan L. Milligan of Loris; one daughter, Jennifer Baldwin of Conway; two brothers, Michael Selders of Myrtle Beach and David M. Selders and his wife Katie of Conway; and two grandchildren, Zoie and Gemma.
Memorial services will be at 6 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 18,  at Black Bear Golf Course Clubhouse at  2650 Hwy. 9 in Longs.
Sign Mrs. Milligan’s online guest book at hardwickfuneralhome.com.
Hardwick Funeral Home of Loris is serving the family.

Violet Schield
Violet Schield of North Myrtle Beach passed away at home on Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2013, with her son and daughter at her side.
A Michigan native, she was born in Detroit on Dec. 3, 1927.  She graduated from the University of Michigan with a bachelor’s degree in Arts and Sciences and a master’s in Literary Arts.  She taught Art School and was an ASID Interior Designer in Birmingham, Mich. She retired to North Myrtle Beach in 1995, however, that did not last long, as she worked for Kitchen Kapers in Myrtle Beach until 2007.
Survivors include her two children, Brian Schield and Andrea Schield, both of North Myrtle Beach; a brother, William Wassel (Bettie) of Murfreesboro, Tenn.; one nephew, Mark Wassel; one great-niece, Megan Shaver; one great-nephew, Rob Wassel; and three great-great nephews, Talan Wassel, Brody Shaver and Paxton Shaver, all of Murfreesboro.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Victor and Lena Wassel of Detroit.
Violet was a very loving, devoted and kind mother and aunt.  She will live in our hearts and minds forever.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the charity of one’s choice.  
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach is serving the family.

Mildred A. Scoggin
Mildred A. Scoggin, 87, of Little River died on Friday, Jan. 11, 2013, at Grand Strand Regional Medical Center in Myrtle Beach.
Born on July 12, 1925, in Rutherfordton, N.C., she was the daughter of the late Guy W. and Marie Warlick Allison.
Mrs. Scoggin is survived by one son, Mark Scoggin of Little River; three grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.  She was predeceased by her daughter, Rebekah Grainger; and her brother, Guy W. Allison.
A memorial service was held at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 15, in Lee Funeral Home Chapel in Little River.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the charity of one’s choice.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach served the family.

Carolyn Jane Todd
Carolyn Jane Todd, 84, of Loris passed away on Saturday, Jan. 12, 2013, at McLeod Loris Hospital in Loris following an illness.
Born on Nov. 19, 1928, in Loris, she was the daughter of Grier Haddon Todd and Nancy Glendora Grainger Todd.
After graduating from Coker College, Miss Todd worked with the Horry County School system as a math teacher until her retirement.  She was a member of Loris First Baptist Church, enjoyed playing bridge, loved her animals and was a friend to all who knew her.
Survivors include her two nieces,  Betty Ford Ayers and her husband John of Edinburg, Va., and Susan Jane Todd of Lexington;  four nephews, Zarvis Thomas Ford Jr. and his wife Cherry of Florence, Grier Todd and his wife Lillian of Atlanta, Ga., George Todd and his wife Renee of Lexington and Joe Todd and his wife Shuana of Chapin; six great-nieces, Carolyn Ayers, Robin Ayers, Suzanne Ford, Elizabeth Ford, Meg Todd Davis and Nancy Todd Jordan; two great-nephews, Zachary Boyce Todd and Jonathan Todd;  one sister-in-law, Kathleen Todd of Saluda; and several great-great-nieces.
In addition to her parents she was predeceased by her two brothers,  Rudolph Todd and Boyce Todd; and her two sisters, Edith Ford and Hazel Todd.
Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 15, at Hardwick Memorial Chapel with Pastor Carl Harris officiating.  Visitation was  on Monday, Jan. 14, from 5 until 7 p.m. at Hardwick Funeral Home.
Committal services followed at Patterson Cemetery in Loris.
Memorials may be made to the Patterson Cemetery Fund, c/o Hardwick Funeral Home, P.O. Box 308, Loris, S.C. 29569.  
Sign her online guest book at hardwickfuneralhome.com.
Hardwick Funeral Home of Loris served the family.

Virginia Alberta Rowell Todd
Virginia Alberta Rowell Todd, 96, of Loris passed away on Sunday, Jan. 13, 2013, at Conway Medical Center in Conway following an illness.  
Born on Jan. 24, 1916, in Loris, she was the daughter of William Foster Rowell and Clarice Virginia Jackson Rowell. Mrs. Todd was a homemaker, a faithful member of Mt. Vernon Baptist Church and always enjoyed the fellowship she shared with the ladies at the Senior Center at Mt Vernon.
Survivors include her two daughters, Mary Lynn Todd and Audrey Todd Hughes and her husband Tilly, all of Loris; one grandson, Eric Ben Hughes of Loris; and two great-granddaughters, Jessica Hughes and Casey Hughes.
In addition to her parents she was predeceased by her husband, Harvey Richardson Todd;  her four brothers, Carl Kermit Rowell, Coy Rowell, Clarence Rowell and Roland Rowell; and three sisters, Annie Badger, Lona Mae Gerald and Flossie Powell.
Funeral services were at 3 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 16, at Mt. Vernon Baptist Church with the Rev. Rodney Hord, the Rev. Rory Thigpen and the Rev. Bill Thompson officiating.  Committal services followed at Holly Hill Cemetery.  Visitation was  on Tuesday, Jan. 15, from 6 until 8 p.m. at Hardwick Funeral Home.
Memorials may be made to Mt. Vernon Baptist Church, 4301 Red Bluff Road, Loris, S.C. 29569.
Sign her online guest book at hardwickfuneralhome.com.
Hardwick Funeral Home of Loris served the family.

OBITUARIES FROM JANUARY 10, 2013 EDITION

Scotty Branton
Scotty Branton, 54, of Longs went to be with the Lord surrounded by his loving family on Friday, Jan. 4, 2013, at his residence.
Mr. Branton was born in Little Rock, Ark., a son of Annette Branton Stoots and the late Jesse Gilbert Branton.  He worked in the Branton family grocery stores and was known as the “Hardware Man”.  
He attended Living Water Baptist Church in Longs and was a loving son, brother and uncle.  
He was predeceased by his father Jesse Gilbert Branton.
Survivors include his mother, Annette Branton Stoots of Longs; his stepfather, Arnold Stoots of Longs; one sister, Tammy Brown of Longs; three brothers, Mark Branton and his wife Penny, Jeff Branton and Rodney Branton and his wife Michelle, all of Longs; and several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.
Visitation was on Sunday, Jan. 6, from 4 to 6 p.m. at Goldfinch Funeral Home, Loris Chapel.
Funeral services were held on Monday, Jan. 7, at 1 p.m. at Living Water Baptist Church with the Rev. Lebron Crisp officiating and Mark Branton giving the eulogy.  Burial followed in Mt. Leon Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to Living Water Baptist Church, 1569 Hwy. 9 E., Longs, S.C. 29568.
Sign a guest book at www.goldfinchfuneralhome.com.
Goldfinch Funeral Home, Loris Chapel,  served the family.

John L. Brouthers
John L. Brouthers, 52, of North Myrtle Beach passed away on Friday, Jan. 4, 2013, in Destin, Fla. He was born on June 30, 1960, in Charleston to Arthur Henry Brothters Jr. and Gilda Maria Spalviero Brouthers. He loved playing golf and riding motorcycles.
He is survived by his wife, Dianna Brouthers of North Myrtle Beach; two brothers, Paul Brouthers and Arthur Brouthers III, both of Charleston; two sisters, Martha Brouthers and Patricia Holliday, both of Charleston; and their families.
A memorial gathering will be held at 4 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 2, at J. Henry Stuhr’s Mt. Pleasant Chapel.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions be made to the American Cancer Society in John’s memory.

Dan W. Coller
Dan W. Coller, 70, of Little River died on Friday, Jan. 4, 2013.
Born on Sept. 5, 1942, in Flint, Mich., he was the son of the late William H. and Stella Ruth Dorland Coller.
Mr. Coller proudly served as a U.S. Naval Officer during the Vietnam Conflict.  He graduated from General Motors Institute and received his masters degree from Rochester Institute of Technology.  He worked for Xerox Corporation until retiring in 1998.  He enjoyed golf, bowling, softball and coached his sons’ baseball teams.
He is survived by his wife, Joanne Coller; and their children, Arthur Thomas Coller, Christine Louise Verno (Jon) and William Andrew Coller (Anne); his siblings, Dale Coller (Betty), Darlene Darby (Mike) and Dawn Rodgers (Larry); his grandchildren, Trevor, Madison, Dan, Thomas, Max, Aiden and Jack; and many nieces and nephews.
A reception will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 12, at VFW Post #10804 in Little River.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach is serving the family.

Albert C. Gore Sr.
Albert C. Gore Sr., 84, of Tabor City, N.C., died on Wednesday,  Jan. 2, 2013, at home surrounded by his family.
Born on Sept. 12, 1928, in Columbus County, N.C., he was the son of the late Daniel C. and Ruby Harrelson Gore of Little River.
He carried on a family tradition as a third generation U.S. Postal Mail Carrier for many years.  He served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean Conflict and later in the U.S. Coast Guard.  He received an Honorable Medical Discharge from the Coast Guard and was also a farmer in Columbus County for many years.
Mr. Gore is survived by two sons, Albert C. Gore, Jr. (Denise) and Trevor Gore; one stepson, Maurice Joe Hawes (Rita); one brother, Bobby Gore; one sister, Veneway Blake; two grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren.
He was predeceased by his wife, Emma L. Gore.
The family received friends on Friday, Jan. 4, at the home.  Funeral services were held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 5, at Olyphic Baptist Church. Burial followed in the church cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Community Home Care & Hospice, 1333 Jefferson St., Whiteville, N.C. 28472 or Olyphic Baptist Church, 905 N. Seven Creeks Hwy., Tabor City, N.C.  28463.
The family would like to thank the staff of Community Home Care & Hospice, Dr. Traylor, Kelly, Alisha and Amy for their care and support, along with his daughter-in-law, Denise, his primary caregiver.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach served the family.

Addie Mae Green
Addie Mae Green, 93, of Loris died on Tuesday, Jan. 1, 2013, at McLeod Loris Hospital in Loris.
Funeral services were held on  Saturday, Jan. 5, at 2 p.m. at Cedar Branch Baptist Church.
Burial followed at Flag Patch Cemetery.
Visitation was held on Friday, Jan. 4,  from 4 to 8 p.m. at Leggette-Troy Funeral Home.
Leggette-Troy Funeral Home of Loris served the family.

Betty J. Hardee
Betty J. Hardee, 71, of Tabor City, N.C. passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 2, 2013, at McLeod Loris Hospital in Loris.
Mrs. Hardee was born in Elizabeth City, N.C., a daughter of the late William and Lucy Herman Jennings.
She was a member of St. Paul’s United Methodist Church in Tabor City.  Mrs. Hardee was a loving wife, mother and grandmother.
Survivors include her husband, Harold D. Hardee of Tabor City; one daughter, Jessica White and her husband Junior Branton of Loris; three grandchildren, Cassie White, Taylor White and Selena White, all of Loris; one brother, Junior Jennings of Pensacola, Fla.; and one sister, Doris Trueblood of Elizabeth City.
Visitation was on Thursday, Jan. 3,  from 6 to 8 p.m. at Goldfinch Funeral Home, Loris Chapel.
Funeral services were held on Friday, Jan. 4, at 2 p.m. at Goldfinch Funeral Home, Loris Chapel with the Rev. Clifford Strickland officiating.  Burial followed in the Bayboro Baptist Church Cemetery.
You may sign a guest book at www.goldfinchfuneralhome.com.
Goldfinch Funeral Home, Loris Chapel,  served the family.

Veronica E. Hill
Veronica E. Hill, 94, of Little River, formerly of Chicago, Ill., and Sturgis, Mich., died on Tuesday, Jan. 1, 2013, at home.
Born on Nov. 17, 1918, in Topeka, Kan., she was the daughter of the late Philip J. and Jessie Smith Gilstrap.
She is survived by her daughter, Judith Molenar; one son, John C. Hill (Judith); her daughter-in-law, Kathryn Hill; five grandchildren, David G. Molenar, Jessica Arvanites (Daniel), Jason Hill (Amy), Emily Ayers (Brian) and Anna Hill; two great-grandchildren, Logan C. Hill and Carly Arvanites; and her dear friends, Catherine McNeill and Sharon Frusher.
She was predeceased by her husband, Charles E. Hill; and one son, Michael H. Hill.
Services were private with the family.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach served the family.

Joel Levon Lee
Joel Levon Lee, 51, of Little River died suddenly on Saturday, Jan. 5, 2013.
Born on Oct. 16, 1961, in Rock Hill,  he was the son of Hickman L. and Agnes McQueen Lee.
Joel proudly served in the National Guard Armory from 1979 to 1989.  He was self-employed with the family business, Williams Carpet, since 1982.  He was an avid rider with the Rolling Thunder Motorcycle Club, a volunteer firefighter and accomplished bowler with the Brunswick County Bowling League.  A great dancer himself, his greater passion was supporting his daughters’ dance and pageant dreams where he famously earned the title of “Dance Dad”.  You never saw Joel without a video camera as his proudest moments were spent with his girls.
He was a faithful husband, a loving father, son and brother, a devoted grandfather and a genuine friend.  Other than his parents of Longs, Joel is survived by his wife of 30 years, Sandra Williams Lee; two daughters, Andrea Lee and Kayla Lee Holmes; one granddaughter, Annslee Margaret Holmes; one brother, Richard E. Lee (Dee);  his father-in-law, Trevis J. Williams; his sister-in-law, Patricia Ann Williams; two brothers-in-law, Jim Michael Williams and Kevin Trevis Williams; seven nieces and nephews; and an infinite number of friends and loved ones.  
The family received friends from 4 to 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 8, at Lee Funeral Home.
Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 9, at Today’s Harvest Church at 1100 33rd Ave. S. in North Myrtle Beach.  Burial followed at North Myrtle Beach Memorial Gardens in Little River.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Lee College Fund, c/o Sandhills Bank, 1020 Hwy 17 N., North Myrtle Beach, S.C. 29582 or The Matthew Bellamy Project, 574 Ramblewood Circle, Little River, S.C.  29566.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach served the family.

Ronald ‘Otto’ Meletzke
Ronald “Otto” Meletzke, 78, of North Myrtle Beach passed away at home on Friday, Jan. 4, 2013, of cancer.  Otto was born on April 27, 1934, in Cleveland, Ohio, to the late Otto and Hermine Fernengel Meletzke.
Otto received his undergraduate degree from Western Reserve University, Juris Doctorate degree from Ohio State University and was a member of the Federal Bar Association. Early in his career, he worked in Washington, D.C., as a legislative attorney in the Department of Housing and Urban Development, The Department of Labor and The Department of Health Education and Welfare. He was instrumental in writing the National Flood Insurance Act of 1968. After 27 years, Otto retired in 1995 from the American Council of Life Insurance as Senior Counsel of Corporate Matters.
Otto was an eccentric man who loved to dabble in many hobbies.  He restored antique cars, collected pens, played piano and carved walking sticks to name a few.  He was the neighbor with the large collection of cars and the one who built and tested the loud engine of an ultralight airplane in his quiet, suburban neighborhood in Annandale, Va.  He loved to ski, fish and discovered golf after moving to North Myrtle Beach in 1999.  In the later part of his life, Otto most enjoyed taking trips to Oregon to fly-fish. As an animal lover, he took joy in playing with his cats, taking care of his koi fish and watching the birds in his backyard.  Otto was a raconteur and always had an amazing story to tell.   
He is survived by his loving wife, June Honegger Meletzke;  three children Kurt Meletzke of Durham, N.C., Kimber Meletzke of Palo Alto, Calif., and Kristan Meletzke of North Myrtle Beach; and one grandson, Will Meletzke.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Memorials may be made to Heartland Hospice, 1500 Main St., Conway, S.C. 29526. or St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 801 11th Ave. N., North Myrtle Beach, S.C.  29582.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach is serving the family.

Gertrude ‘Trudy’ Lewis Melton
Gertrude “Trudy” Lewis Melton of Loris  died on Wednesday, Jan. 2, 2013, at the Loris Extended Care Center in Loris.
Born on Oct. 6, 1925, Trudy was the daughter of Jesse E. and Jessie Gore Lewis of Galivants Ferry. She was the youngest and last surviving of seven children.
Trudy graduated from Winthrop University in 1947 with a degree in sociology. A longtime resident of Columbia she retired in 1983 from the S.C. State Department of Social Services division of Children and Family Services where she was an adoptions specialist. She enjoyed singing and playing the piano and shared her gift of song with many, singing for weddings and other occasions. She was an active member of Shandon Baptist Church where she was a member of the choir and a participant for over 10 years in the church’s production of The Singing Christmas Tree. She was also a Sunday school teacher, volunteer in the church’s prayer room and a regular presence on numerous mission trips helping prepare and serve meals to the volunteer laborers.
An avid traveler, Trudy visited all 50 states and many countries including Oberammergau, Germany, to see the passion play and Point Barrow, Alaska, the northernmost point in the United States.
She was predeceased by brothers Andrew L. Lewis, Marvin E. Lewis, Sam J. Lewis, Tola E. Lewis and a sister, Lila Lewis Lennon. She is survived by eight nieces, JoAnn Lennon Durner Hoyt of Wilmington, N.C.; Connie Francis Lennon Monroe of Cape Carterett, N.C., Gloria Lewis Lovett of Cullman, Ala., Deborah Lewis of Augusta, Ga., Karen Lewis Staples of  Aynor, Dianne Lewis of Asheville, N.C., Linda Lewis Johnson of Galivants Ferry and Angela Lewis Conary of Elizabeth City, N.C.;  four nephews Tola E. Lewis, Jr. of Elizabeth City, Kenneth Lewis of Marion, Jesse Lewis and Michael Lewis, both of Galivants Ferry; and numerous great-nieces and great-nephews. She was predeceased by her niece, Anita Lewis Moreland; and her nephew, Sammie Lewis.
Funeral services were held on Saturday, Jan. 5, at 3:30 p.m. at Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway Chapel, at 606 Beaty St. in Conway,  with burial immediately following in Hillcrest Cemetery in Conway. The family received friends at the funeral home prior to the services on Saturday from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.
Memorials may be made to the Pete Richards Memorial Mission Trip scholarship fund at Shandon Baptist Church, 5250 Forest Drive, Columbia, S.C. 29206 or Epworth Children’s Home, 2900 Millwood Ave., Columbia, S.C. 29205.
Sign a guest book at www.goldfinchfuneralhome.com.
Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway Chapel, served the family.

Francis Bryce Pearch
Francis Bryce Pearch, 77, of Little River died on Friday, Jan. 4, 2013, at McLeod Seacoast Medical Center in Little River.
Born on Aug. 16, 1935, in Rhinelander, Wis., he was a son of the late Lovell and Eileen White Pearch.
Mr. Pearch was a 32nd Degree Mason.
Survivors include his wife of 52 years, Florence Rae Pearch; two sons, Bryan Pearch and Kevin Pearch; one daughter, Janice Smith; and two grandchildren, Brittany Smith and Laine Smith.
Services were private with the family.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach served the family.

Denise M. Shaffer
Denise M. Shaffer, 47, of Little River passed away on Saturday, Jan. 5, 2013.
Born in Parkersburg, West Va., she was the daughter of the late Donald Gene and Joanne Sagar Shaffer.
Denise has been on the beach since 1985.  She touched many lives with her loving, nurturing ways.  We have all been God blessed by the opportunity to come to know this beautiful woman.  She will be greatly missed.   
She is survived by her life-long partner, Jack McCarthy; one brother, Donald G. Shaffer II; her stepmother, Tina Mae Shaffer; two step-sisters, Debbie Bradley and Diane Barron.
Other than her parents; she was predeceased by her grandmother, Agnes Shaffer.
The family would like to especially thank Denise’s caregiver, Helen Davis.
A celebration of life will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 11, at Ricky’s Dockside in Little River.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Camp Kemo, P.O. Box 1116, Little River, S.C.  29566
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach is serving the family.

Corine Wilson Stanley
Corine Wilson Stanley, 75, of Popular, the daughter of the late John Wilson Sr. and Pency Bellamy Wilson, was born in Horry County on Dec. 30,1937. She departed this life on Friday, Jan. 4, 2013, at Grand Strand Regional Medical Center in Myrtle Beach.
She was married to  James C. Stanley.
She leaves to cherish her fond memories to her husband; seven children, John and Lila Wilson of  Longs, Iris and Eugene Jefferies of Columbia, Md., James J. Stanley of Longs,  Dennis Stanley of Sterling, Va., Carol Evans (Allen Washington) of Columbia, Lynwood and Cathy Stanley of Columbus, Ga., and Ibadella and Ben Dewitt of Longs; one brother, Ivory and Vivian Wilson; and one sister, Earlene  and Lester Phillips.
Visitation was held at the funeral home on  Wednesday, Jan. 9, from 6 to 8 p.m.
The funeral will be held on Thursday, Jan. 10, at 11 a.m. at Popular AME Church. Burial will be held at the Stanley Estate Family Cemetery.
Latimer’s Funeral Home of Conway served the family.

OBITUARIES FROM JANUARY 3, 2013 EDITION

Shirley Virginia Calhoun
Shirley Virginia Calhoun, 76, of Woodlawn Drive in Loris died on Sunday, Dec. 30, 2012, at her residence.
She was born in Swanton, Md., a daughter of the late Charles Edward Lewis and Marion Louise Herman Lewis.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Wade Hugh Calhoun Sr.; and a brother, Roger Lewis.
Surviving are five sons, Chris Calhoun of Loris, Rick Calhoun (Karen) of Columbia, Don Calhoun (Joy) of Myrtle Beach, Wade Calhoun and Jerry Calhoun (Gwynn) of Washington, N.C.; several grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; five sisters, June Schleig, Jean Fluharty (Donald), Louise Standish, Faye Kirby and Carol Sue Revoir (Clifford); one brother, Charles Edward Lewis (Bernadette); and several nieces and nephews.
A graveside service was held at 1 p.m. on  Wednesday, Jan. 2, at Lakeside Cemetery with the Rev. Rodney Hord officiating.
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Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway Chapel, served the family.

Phyllis B. Hammock
Phyllis B. Hammock of Little River died on Thursday, Dec. 27, 2012, at McLeod Seacoast Medical Center in Little River.
She was born in Raleigh, N.C., a daughter of the late Amos and Lodema Morris Dean.
She is survived by her husband, Tony Hammock, of Little River; two sons, Ward Hammock and his wife Elizabeth of Little River and Tommy Hammock of North Myrtle Beach; two brothers, Frank Dean and Tom Dean; one sister, Joanne Edwards; and two grandchildren, Josh Hammock and Alyssa Hammock.
A memorial service was held at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 30, in Lee Funeral Home Chapel.  The family received friends following the service.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, 4200 Morganton Road, Suite 300, Fayetteville, N.C.  28314.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home & Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach served the family.

Helen H. Juchnicki
Helen H. Juchnicki, 95, of Little River passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on Thursday, Dec. 27, 2012, after a short illness.
She was born on Feb. 19, 1917, in Whately, Mass., the daughter of Stanley and Adella Helstowski.
She lived most of her adult life in Massachusetts where she graduated from Bay Path College with a major in business.  She was an accomplished artist who studied oil painting for 60 years and exhibited her works in galleries in New England and the Carolinas.  She and Francis, her husband of 51 years, retired to South Carolina where she continued painting and gardening.  Helen often spent summers in Mystic, Conn.
Helen leaves behind her daughter, Jane Ellen Juchnicki Bonner and her husband Roger of North Myrtle Beach; and one sister, Tessie Yazwinski of South Deerfield, Mass.
She was predeceased by her husband Francis; and one brother, Stanley Helstowski.
She was a member of the Christian Science Church and a life member of the Rosicrucian Order AMORC where she served in many capacities.  She dedicated her life to nature and the study of mysticism.  A devoted and loving wife, mother  and friend, she will be greatly missed for her kindness and generosity.
There were no calling hours and burial was private.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Meher Spiritual Center at 10200 N. Kings Hwy., Myrtle Beach, S.C. 29572.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach served the family.

Rev. Dr. Robert ‘Bob’ O. Kantner
The Rev. Dr. Robert “Bob” O. Kantner, 78, of St. Petersburg, Fla., formerly of North Myrtle Beach, went to his heavenly home on Monday, Dec. 24, 2012. He was born on April 15, 1934, in Altoona, Pa., the son of Robert C. Kantner and Ruth Irwin Kantner.
Bob was a graduate of Altoona High School. He earned a B.A. degree from Wheaton College in Wheaton, Ill., a Master of Theology degree from Wheaton Graduate School and a Master of Divinity degree from Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary in South Hamilton, Mass. His doctorate was completed at Fuller Theological Seminary of Pasadena, Calif.  
While in college he served as chief announcer for WETN radio and was the speaker for the college gospel team, preaching in many churches throughout the midwest and west coast.  
After his ordination to ministry, he served the Countryside Chapel in Glen Ellyn, Ill.; Memorial Presbyterian Church of West Palm Beach, Fla.; First Presbyterian Church of North Palm Beach, Fla.; and Champion Presbyterian Church of Warren, Ohio.
His last pastorate was as the senior minister of Ocean Drive Presbyterian Church of North Myrtle Beach. Dr. Kantner was named Pastor Emeritus upon his retirement in 2002.
During his 14 years of ministry at Ocean Drive, the church grew from approximately 400 members to over 1,100 members. A new sanctuary was built and later an education building was added named in his honor. For 10 years he appeared on a weekly TV program in the Myrtle Beach area.  
He served on the Trumbull County Children Services Board in Warren. He was an active member of the Rotary Club of North Myrtle Beach.  
When Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary opened a branch in Charlotte, N.C., he was asked to serve on the school’s board of advisors. For 14 years he participated in the school’s growth and the building of their own campus.  
Dr. Kantner was a five-time recipient of the George Washington Medal of Honor from the Freedoms’ Foundation of Valley Forge, Pa. He was recognized by Who’s Who in Religion in America and The International Dictionary of Biography.  
Dr. and Mrs. Kantner led 14 group tours of the Holy Land, Middle Eastern countries and additional tours of historic religious sites in Europe. A highlight of those trips was Bob’s presentation of The Sermon on the Mount at the traditional site on the Sea of Galilee. It was his joy to see pilgrims reaffirm their faith as they walked where Jesus walked.
Bob is survived by his wife, Helen J. Kantner of St. Petersburg; his daughter, Sheryl K. Jackson and her husband Michael and their children Michael Jr. and Morgan of Lakeland, Fla.; his son, the Rev. Robert O. Kantner Jr. and his wife Lori and their children Kaleb, Laurin, Jessica and Jack of Naples, Fla.; and his brother Richard I. Kantner and his wife Elaine of Brevard, N.C., and their children.
A memorial service will be held at 3:30 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 4, 2013, at Westminster Palms, 830 9th Ave. N. in St. Petersburg.
A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 5, 2013, at First Presbyterian Church in Lakeland.
The family requests in lieu of flowers, memorials be  made to Ocean Drive Presbyterian Church, P.O. Box 277, North Myrtle Beach, S.C. 29597  or to the Charlotte Education Fund, Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary, 130 Essex St., South Hamilton, MA 01982.

Hazel Geneva Breeden Morris
Hazel Geneva Breeden Morris, 92, of Conway passed away on Tuesday, Dec. 25, 2012, at Kingston Nursing Center in Conway.
She was born on Nov. 5, 1920, in Shenandoah, Va., the daughter of the late Grover Cleveland and Delcie Elsie Lee Turner Breeden.
Mrs. Morris was a member of Trinity United Church of Christ in Concord, N.C.
She is survived by two sons, Leroy “Buddy” Morris Jr. and his wife Catherine of Greensboro, N.C., and Barry Morris  and his wife Jill of Kannapolis, N.C.; two daughters, Elaine Harrington and her husband Joey of Longs and Glenda Love of Fletcher, N.C.; one sister, Aileen Davis of Chattanooga, Tenn.; six grandchildren, Patty White, Randy Blankinship, Phillip Morris, Michael Morris, Mitch Ragsdale and Chad Morris; 11 great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren.
She was predeceased by her husband, Leroy ‘Pete’ Morris Sr.; two grandchildren, Anita Anderson and Jeffery Morris; and several brothers and sisters.
Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 30, at Trinity United Church of Christ in Concord with the Rev. Nathan King officiating.  The family received friends from 1 to 1:45 p.m. prior to the service.  Burial immediately followed the service at Carolina Memorial Park in Kannapolis.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Mercy Care, 8216 Devon Ct., Myrtle Beach, S.C.  29572.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach and Wilkinson Funeral Home of Concord served the family.

Josephine ‘Jo’ Larkin
Josephine “Jo” Larkin, 91, of Conway passed away on Saturday, Dec. 29, 2012, at Agape Senior in Conway surrounded by her family.
She was born in Monticello, Maine, a daughter of the late Bernard and Elsie Hoyt Leavitt.
She was a long time resident of the town of Millinocket.  She was a member of the Women’s Fellowship of the First Congregational Church of Millinocket as well as the Daughters of the American Revolution.  She also served as a member of the Francis E. Elliott VFW Auxiliary and the Millinocket Literary Society.  Mrs. Larkin was a devoted grandmother and loved spending time with her family.  An avid reader, she also enjoyed crossword puzzles, baking and watching her hometown high school basketball team.  Mrs. Larkin was loved by her community and will always be remembered as a grandmother to the children of her neighborhood.
She was predeceased by her husband of 62 years, Francis H. Larkin; one brother, Lawrence Hitchcock; one sister, Ruth Leavitt; and one daughter, Ginger Ann Larkin.
Survivors include one son, Robert Larkin and his wife Patsy of North Myrtle Beach; one daughter, Rebecca Wallace and her husband Dennis of Longs; five grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, Jan. 5, 2013, at 2 p.m. at Goldfinch Funeral Home, Loris Chapel.  The family will receive friends from 1 to 2 p.m. on Saturday at the funeral home.  A spring interment service will be held in Millinocket.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to Agape Senior Foundation, 1053 Center St., West Columbia, S.C. 29169.
Sign a guest book at www.goldfinchfuneralhome.com.
Goldfinch Funeral Home, Loris Chapel,  is serving the family.

Susie Barnes Lowe
Susie Barnes Lowe, 90, of Longs passed away on Friday, Dec. 28, 2012, at home surrounded by her family.
Born on March 25, 1922, in Broadford, Va., she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Ireland Keesee Grogg.
Mrs. Lowe is survived by one son, Larry Lowe; three daughters, Barbara Dixon, Cathy Ely and Joan Colwell; 11 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and one great-great grandchild.
She was predeceased by her husband, Lloyd Lowe.
Services were private with the family.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to InCare Hospice, 4685 Hwy. 17 S. Bypass, Myrtle Beach, S.C.  29577.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach served the family.

Doreen Myers
Doreen Myers, 76, of North Myrtle Beach died on Friday, Dec. 21, 2012, at Grand Strand Regional Medical Center in Myrtle Beach.
Born on Feb. 6, 1936, in Buckden, England, she was the daughter of the late Benjamin and Ethel Pond Crane.
She is survived by her husband of 57 years, “Tewey” Myers of North Myrtle Beach; one son, Steven Myers and his wife Debbie of Myrtle Beach; one daughter, Karen Shimizu and her husband John of Longs; one brother, Arthur Crane and one half-sister, Brenda Parsons, both of England; four grandchildren, Jason Myers, Chelsea Overcash, Shannon Link and Jennifer Bennett; and six great-grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 4, 2013, at Waterbrook Community Church.  The family will receive friends following the service.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Lung Association, 1817 Gadsden St., Columbia, S.C.  29201.
A message of condolence may be sent to lfhome@sccoast.net.
Lee Funeral Home and Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach is serving the family.

Judith Lee O’Neal
Judith Lee O’Neal, 48, of North Myrtle Beach died on Monday, Dec. 17, 2012, at Grand Strand Regional Medical Center in Myrtle Beach.
She was born on Feb. 9, 1964, in Tampa, Fla.,  the daughter of Deborah Way of Holiday Park, Fla., and the late Robert Way.
She is survived by one son, Kohen Dubeau of Massachusetts; and one daughter, Danielle O’Neal; two brothers, Robert Way and Donald Way of Florida; four grandchildren, Symphonee Lee, Daniel, Raeshawn and Lil Johnny; and a dear friend, John Marnell of South Carolina.
Services were private with the family.
Lee Funeral Home & Crematory of Little River/North Myrtle Beach served the family.

John W. Smythe
John W. Smythe, 82, of Little River passed away on Wednesday, Dec. 26, 2012, at his residence.
He leaves to mourn a loving wife, Ellen Smythe of the home; and a host of other loving family and friends.
No services are planned.
Ocean View Funeral Home of Myrtle Beach served the family.