Emma Jeanne Calhoun
Nov 13, 2024
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Emma Jeanne Shrum Calhoun, aged 83, on November 13, 2024, at Prisma Health Baptist Parkridge Hospital. She departed peacefully, surrounded by her beloved family. Jeanne was born on June 22, 1941, in Lincolnton, North Carolina, to Everett Eugene and Bessie Boyd Shrum. On April 3, 1971, she married Phillip...
Wylie B. Humphries
Nov 13, 2024
Wylie Bailey Humphries, 90, of Columbia, passed away on November 13, 2024. He was born on July 8, 1934 in Florence County, and was the eldest son of the late Jack Wylie and Estelle Bailey Humphries. Wylie attended Florence County public schools, graduating in 1953. He joined the US Army at Fort Jackson, right out of high school, and served...
Eula Fay Mclemore
Nov 10, 2024
Eula Fay McLemore, 80, of Irmo, SC, entered into eternal rest on 10 November; 2024. One of five children, she was born January 28, 1944, in Sicily Island, Louisiana, to the late Emile Taylor and Gay Lucas Taylor. Fay was a devoted military wife, mother, and grandmother who dedicated her life to supporting and caring for all, oftentimes sacrificing her...
Carl M. Hust
Nov 10, 2024
Carl M. Hust, 94, formally of Columbia, South Carolina, passed away on Sunday, November 10, 2024. Carl resided at the Presbyterian Community in Clinton, SC. Carl was born October 12, 1930, in Beaumont, Texas, the son of Boyce Dycus Hust and Mildred Morris Hust.Carl was honorably discharged in 1955 from the United States Air Force after serving his country during...
Dr. Carlos W. Gibbons
Nov 3, 2024
Educator, civil rights advocate, and community leader Dr. Carlos Gibbons, (Pops), has passed away peacefully at the age of 95 at his residence at the Heritage at Lowman in Chapin, South Carolina. Originally from Turbeville, South Carolina, Gibbons took his love of learning to the University of South Carolina, where he received his BA and MA in Education. He married...
Patricia A. Gundlach
Nov 2, 2024
Patricia A. Gundlach, age 75, of Lexington, South Carolina, passed away on November 2, 2024. She was born on November 25, 1948, in Chicago, Illinois, to the late Robert Kamper and Antionette Bargiel Kamper. Patricia is survived by her devoted husband of many years, Richard J. Gundlach of Lexington, SC; her daughter, Jennifer Gundlach of Lexington, SC; her son, Brian...
Doris Wilson Price
Nov 2, 2024
Mrs. Doris Wilson Price, 90, of West Columbia, South Carolina and recently of Richmond, Virginia, passed away on November 2, 2024. Born on August 26, 1934, in Westminster, South Carolina, she was the beloved daughter of the late Walker William Wilson and Janie Lee Crenshaw Wilson. Doris was a devoted Christian and a former member of Saluda River Baptist Church...
Betty Jean Baker
Oct 30, 2024
Mrs. Betty Jean Baker, 85, of Columbia, SC, passed away at home on October 30, 2024, after an extended period of declining health. Born on June 18, 1939, in Thurmond, NC (Surry County), she was the daughter of the late Tommy Callaway and Ruth Smith Callaway. She was a Christian and member of Gateway Baptist Church in Ballentine, SC. Mrs....
James M. Oliver
Oct 18, 2024
James Michael "Mike" Oliver, 81, of Columbia, passed away on October 18, 2024 at his home in Lexington County, SC. He was born on February 1, 1943 in St. Matthews, SC. Mike was the son of the late Peter Michael Oliver and Margaret Wise Oliver. Honarably, Mr. Oliver served in the United States Air Force and the National Guard. He...
F. June Eargle Steadman
Oct 13, 2024
Frances June Eargle Steadman, 96, of Columbia, passed away peacefully on October 13, 2024. Born on June 6, 1928, June was the daughter of the late James Verne and Allie Rauch Eargle. June grew up in Peak in Newberry County and graduated from Pomaria High School in 1944. She was the class valedictorian. June married Charles P. “Jack” Steadman and...
Donald R. Hinson
Oct 10, 2024
Donald R. Hinson, 86, of Columbia, passed away on Thursday, October 10th, 2024. He was born on August 26, 1938, in Seven Springs, North Carolina, to the late John Robert and Ida Ellis Hinson. Donald graduated from Grantham High School in 1956 and immediately joined the United States Army. He served in the Army until 1961 and in 1962, he...
Clara W. "Scottie" Dickinson
Oct 9, 2024
Clara W. “Scottie” Dickinson passed away on October 9th, 2024, at the age of 90. She was born on September 5th, 1934 in Mullins, South Carolina, to the late Edward Carroll White and Clara Brailsford Byrd. Scottie moved to Columbia to work for the South Carolina Highway Department, which she retired from in 1988. She is survived by her beloved...
Olive Kay Genig
Oct 1, 2024
COLUMBIA - Olive Kay Genig, 81, joined her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, October 1, 2024. Kay is now and forevermore celebrating her Rebirth Day in Heaven with her late husband, Harry Genig, born October 1, 1947. Kay was the daughter of the late Wilbur “Shorty” Fowler and Eva Jane Winchester Fowler. She was sister to the late Wayne Roy...
Joann Lee Lockwood
Sep 26, 2024
January 31, 1942 - September 26, 2024 Irmo, South Carolina - Joann Lee Reetz Lockwood, 82, of Irmo, SC, passed away on Thursday evening, September 26, 2024. Born on January 31, 1942, in Rose City, MI, she was the daughter of the late Dwight "Bud" and Evelyn Reetz. She spent her final hours surrounded by her children and wrapped in...
Daniel Percy Mccants
Sep 22, 2024
Daniel Percy McCants will be sadly missed by his family and friends. “Danny,” “Dan,” “PopPop,” and “Uncle Danny” passed away Sunday, September 22, 2024 with End Stage COPD. He was born on October 17, 1948 in Port Arthur, Texas to the late Percy Cleopus and Adma Thomas McCants. Danny moved to Barnwell, South Carolina with his parents and sister, Diane...
Kim Shields Varney
Sep 21, 2024
Kim S. Varney, 69, of North Myrtle Beach, passed away on Saturday, September 21, 2024 surrounded by his loving family. He was born on June 12, 1955 in Burlington, North Carolina to the late Harry Eugene and Carmen Satterfield Varney. Kim was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. He worked in management in the textile industry and was a truck...
Mary Fox
Sep 16, 2024
An Obituary Ode to Mary Fox My mom is Mary Tom Caron Ewart Fox, and there is a story with each name. But if you elect not to read to the bottom, let me say this: Mom lived a wonderful, 99-year life and was only sick for 5 days. And, if there was ever a person who deserved such, it...
Nancy Ann Boatman
Sep 13, 2024
Nancy Ann Boatman (December 22, 1940 ~ September 13, 2024) (Maiden name Lindsay) departed this earth after a brief illness on September 13, 2024. An avid collector of dolls, Nancy was the first president of the Columbia Doll Club. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, aunt, and friend to those she leaves behind. Her son, Dr. Bradley Warren Boatman, her...
Wayne C. Starnes
Sep 7, 2024
Wayne C. Starnes, a resident of Lexington Medical Center Extended Care, passed away on Saturday, September 7, 2024. He was 88 years old. Wayne was born in Lancaster County, South Carolina, to Walter E. and Odessa Courtney Starnes on November 24, 1935. Wayne was a graduate of Lancaster High School. He met his wife Marie one day when he stopped...
Jada Nicole Mitchell
Sep 6, 2024
Jada Nicole Mitchell, 63, of Columbia, passed away on Friday, September 6, 2024. She was born on October 9, 1960, in Evansville, Indiana, to Eugene Fogle and Mona Jean Jones. Jada graduated from Reitz High School in Evansville, Indiana, Class of 1979. Jada moved to Columbia in 1997. At the time of her passing, she was employed by HUB International....
