All Obituaries

Evella Monica Renee Nesmith, affectionately known as “Renee” and “Aunt Na-Na” was born on November 21, 1968 in Walterboro, South Carolina. She was the second child of the late Leemaih Nesmith Sr. and Florence Nesmith. On Friday, February 27, 2026, a precious flower was hand pick for the “Heavenly Garden”. At that moment, Renee heard those welcoming words from the Lord! Well done, thy good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I ...

Hercules Miller was born February 3, 1939, to the late Fannie Cauley Miller and Hampton Miller, Sr.  He received his wings and entered into eternal rest on Friday, February 20, 2026. He joined Bull Swamp Baptist Church at an early age. Deacon Hercules Miller was ordained as a deacon in 1977 and was appointed chairman of the deacon board in 1999 where he served faithfully until the Lord called him home.   He was united in Holy Matrimony to the late Willie L. Miller on ...

Rachel Gadson Kinsey was born on August 12, 1939 in Neyles, SC to the late Buster and Katie Gadson. She departed this life in the comfort of her home on February 20, 2026.  Rachel was a member of Aimwell Presbyterian Church until her health began to fail. Rachel was known for her kind heart, strong faith, and loving spirit. She was deeply passionate about family. Her porch was her peaceful sanctuary, where she loved to sit and reflect. She had such a tender heart for flowers and ...

Beatrice Sylvia Hodges, 91, peacefully transitioned in Richmond, Virginia, born and raised in Brownsville, Brooklyn, New York. She was the beloved daughter of Ethel Hayes and Thomas Harris, both of whom preceded her in death. After losing her mother as an infant, she was lovingly raised by her devoted aunts, Corneila Campbell and Mary Thompson — an experience that shaped her independence, strength, and resilience. A proud graduate of Thomas Jefferson High School, Brooklyn New York, ...

Mr. Jerry Lee Henderson was born on January 9, 1954, in Walterboro, South Carolina, to the late Stephen B. Henderson and Edna Ruth Adams Henderson. He departed this life on Thursday, February 12, 2026 leaving behind a legacy of faith, service, and devotion to family. Jerry was educated in the Colleton County School System and graduated from Ruffin High School in 1972. At an early age, he became a faithful and dedicated member of Oakman Branch Baptist Church. Throughout the ...

Verlie P. Bowman was born on January 10,1939 to the late Alexander Pate and Lizellen Logan in Cottageville, SC and raised by her grandparents Joseph and Essie Logan.  On February 7, 2026, she peacefully entered rest, leaving a legacy of love, faith, and kindness that will forever remain in the hearts of those who knew her.  Verlie accepted Jesus Christ at an early age and was a faithful member of St. John AME Church, Cottageville, SC.  Verlie was educated from Colleton ...