All Obituaries

Rosa Lee Guest departed this life on October 3, 2019 at the Regional Medical Center of Orangeburg in Orangeburg, South Carolina. Rosa Lee Guest was born on August 10, 1932 in Holly Hill, South Carolina to the late Mamie Elmore and Fred Anderson.  Lil Rosa, as she was affectionately known as, was raised by her adopted mother Rosa Collier whom she loved and cherished very much. She attended the public schools in Holly Hill, South Carolina. Lil Rosa worked various jobs as a custodian,...

Mr. Edward Butler, 72, departed to his heavenly home on September 23, 2019. He was born on February 14, 1947 to the late Nehemiah Butler and Martha Singleton Butler. He is preceded in death by his brother Jessie Butler and sister Naomi Butler Green (Esau). Edward attended Berkeley County schools but at a young age became interested in auto mechanics. He found himself fixing a lot of things around his home and the homes of family and friends.  “Bunker” or “Bud”...

Mary Estelle Joyner Milligan was born August 24, 1930 to the late Gracie Peace Joyner and Walter Joyner of Moncks Corner, S.C.  She transitioned on September 17, 2019 at the Presbyterian Hospital New York, NY. Her last residence being the Fieldston Lodge Nursing Home, Riverdale, NY.  Mary received her education in the Charleston and Berkeley County Public Schools.  She grew up in the lowcountry, in the Whitesville/Oakley of Moncks Corner. As a child, Mary loved climbing trees...

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Ms. Tanya Michelle Bradley, 47, Holly Hill, SC. She transitioned peacefully at Prisma Health Richland Hospital on September 15, 2019 surrounded by her loving family. She leaves behind her parents: Roosevelt and Alma Bradley; six loving children: Randy Bradley, Nadaydra, Dominique, Marques, Donte, and Leante Davis;  one brother: Roosevelt Lamont Bradley; along with a host of other loving family members and friends. Family is...

Dr. Tonia Aiken Taylor was the daughter of the late Mr. Frank Smith and Ms. Leola Aiken-Byas. She was born in Brooklyn, New York, reared in Moncks Corner, South Carolina and attended Berkeley County Schools. In 1982, she graduated from Berkeley High School and was accepted at Baptist College in Charleston, South Carolina (currently Charleston Southern University) to begin her college education. In May of 1986, she received her Bachelor of Arts Degree in Communication Arts with a minor in...

Mother Rena King affectionately known as “Gerty” was born on March 22, 1922 in Eutawville, South Carolina to the late Robert and Elizabeth Wright.  She grew up in Eutawville and attended the public schools of Orangeburg County.  At an early age, she became a member of Springfield Missionary Baptist Church where she served on the Senior Choir and later moved to Newark, NJ for a period of time and then relocated back to Eutawville, SC.  She was united in Holy...

On Friday, August 9, 2019, God called one of his children, Brother Johnny Lee Benjamin home to rest. Bro. Johnny, began his journey on May 18, 1948 in Orangeburg, South Carolina, born to the late James and Mary (Council) Benjamin. Bro. Johnny  was educated in the New York City Public School System and pride his self as an over the road truck driver for over 50 years.  He was also a member of Fishers of Men and a mason for a number of years. In his early years, Bro. Johnny...

Henry Cobbs, Sr.  was born on October 7, 1930 in Holly Hill, SC. He was the son of the late Ed and Sadie Lollar Cobbs. On Monday, August 5, 2019, God called him to home to be with HIM. He passed away peacefully at Orangeburg Regional Hospital. At the early age of 13, Henry left home and started working with the railroad company. His younger years, while living in New York City, he worked for Ajax as a welder and became a Former with his own crew to supervise.  After returning home...

Ms. Suzanne "Suzzie Q" Jones, daughter of the late Carrie Wilson and Arthur Wilson was born July 14, 1961 in Charleston, SC. She departed this earthly life on Wednesday, August 7, 2019 at Trident Medical Center.  Suzanne attended Tabernacle of God in Strawberry, SC. She loved her family, especially her grandchildren. She loved to help everyone and would give her last to family and friends. Her favorite past time was talking on the phone with her sisters while...

Jacarii Derek Zeigler was born Monday, May 6, 2019 in Summerville County at Summerville Medical Center, to Dericka Zeigler and Reginald Pontoon. Jacarii was a happy baby. He was always laughing and smiling. He loved his brothers and sisters. His favorite color was blue. He love riding in the car. His favorite keepsake was his blue binky.  He leaves to cherish his loving memories: his mother: Dericka Zeigler; his father: Reginald Pontoon; his sister: Sha'Niyah Clark; his...