All Obituaries

Johannesburg Givens, better known as “Papa Joe” to some, was born on June 22, 1960 in Savannah Georgia to the late Marion and Ellamae Givens Sr. who preceded him in death. He received his early education in New York City, then moved to Savannah, Ga where he graduated from Beach High School. After Graduating, he became a Merchant Welder and Automotive Mechanic. He had a great love for music and playing the guitar. He was a loving husband who loved spending time with his family and...

"His master replied, 'Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. Come and share your master's happiness!”  Matthew 25:23 NIV With heavy  hearts we announce the peaceful transition of Mr. Erno Alphonso Holmes, 73, who was a resident of Banning , California. His legacy will forever be cherished in the hearts of those whom loved and knew him. As the final care...

During the early morning hours of Sunday: March 28, Mr. Norman Goodson, changed from mortal to immortality, as he transitioned from this earthen vessel.  Affectionately known to all as, "Butch"; Mr. Goodson, 78, resided in Palm Coast Florida, for a number of years.  A loving son, beloved father, cherished grandfather, and man of honor, his life will be a beacon of light to those who now mourn his passing.  As the local arrangements have been entrusted to the...

If Roses grow in Heaven Lord, please pick a bunch for me. Place them in my Mother's arms and tell her they're from me. “Tell her that I love her and miss her, and when she turns to smile, place a kiss upon her cheek and hold her for awhile. Because remembering her is easy, I do it every day, but there's an ache within my heart that will never go away.”  On Saturday: March 27, Ms. Julia Mae Frasier, a cherished mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and...

Scipeo Magwood was born on May 28, 1941 to the late Quincy W. Magwood, Sr. and Rosa Bell (Osborne) Magwood in Round O, South Carolina. He was an active member of Trinity A.M.E. Church of Round O and was educated in the Colleton County Public School System. In 1958, he moved to New York where he met and married the love of his life, Lacy A. Monroe. Lacy and Scip (her special name for him) settled in Brooklyn, NY. In 1965, Scipeo was drafted into the U.S Army and served honorably for 4...

During the early morning hours of Sunday, March 21, 2021: Miss Precious Serenity Williams, in her innocence, gained her heavenly wings, and transitioned into a world where she would be at rest with her wonderful Creator. Born, February 13, 2010, Precious lived her life fulfilling every ounce of what her name stood for.  The daughter of Ms. Latesha Black, Precious leaves an impact on her wonderful family, classmates, teachers, friends and community that will forever brighten our...

A life full of enjoyable moments and laughter for all whom he came in contact with; we humbly announce the transition of Mr. Justin Jamal Shider. Mr. Shider, 30, was a resident of Walterboro, South Carolina. The cherished son of Ms. Tarsha Howell & Mr. Willie Shider, he was a father, brother, loving family man and a special and loyal friend. His memories will forever live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved him. As the final arrangements have been entrusted to the professional...

Mrs. Barbara Deloise George Dinkins was born on August 1, 1944 to Charles and Grace George in Bamberg County, South Carolina. On March 18, 2021, Barbara transitioned from labor to reward, while surrounded by her loving family, in Columbia, South Carolina. She was educated in the Colleton County school system and a graduate of Colleton High School in 1962. She later matriculated to Benedict College in Columbia, South Carolina, where she met the love of her life, George Arnett Dinkins,...

"Amazing grace, how sweet the sound, that saved a wretch like me; once was lost but now I'm found, was blind but now I see. T'was grace that taught my heart to fear, and grace m fears relieved; How precious did that grace appear, the hour I first believed."  On Saturday: March 13, 2021; almost one year after the transition of his beloved wife, Sara: Reverend William Henry Chatham, exchanged time for eternity. A resident of Walterboro, South Carolina: Reverend Chatham...

“If you call me in the morning and I fail to answer my phone     I may be getting ready or I may be already gone because I just stopped by  on my way home.”   Mr. Leroy Womble Jr., 81, was a resident of Cottageville, SC.  A  loving and devoted husband.  father, grandfather, brother, and friend;  Mr. Womble   has left a legacy that will forever...