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Dr. Richard Louis Alpert, October 10, 1935 - November 29, 2023, Greenville, SC. Dr. Richard Alpert, 88, died on Wednesday, November 29, 2023. Born in Columbia, South Carolina, he was a son of the late Maxie Louis Alpert and Eleanor Calvert Alpert. His parents were clothing merchants who owned and operated Alpert's of Sumter, a fine lady's apparel store started by his grandmother, Mary Belin Alpert. Dr. Alpert graduated from Edmunds High School and married his high school sweetheart, Margaret Ann Hill. Soon after graduation, he attended the University of South Carolina and graduated from the University of Tennessee with the Doctor of Dental Surgery degree. Before deciding to become a...

Sumter, SC...Cecilia Dominisse Richards, age 77, passed away on Monday, October 30, 2023 at her resident. In lieu of flowers, please donate to your favorite non-profit organization in honor of Mrs. Cecilia D. Richards. The family would like to invite friends to gather for a memorial service at Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, 12300 Reina Rd. Bakersfield, CA 93312, on December 15, 2023 at 10:00 am. A reception will be held following the service. You may go to www.bullockfuneralhome.com and sign the family's guest book. The family has chosen Bullock Funeral Home for the arrangements.

Nathan Michael Strickler, age 36, beloved husband of 18 years to Shannon Elizabeth Messimer, died on Wednesday, September 6th, 2023. Mr. Strickler was born in Lebanon, PA, the son of Terry Lee Yordy and Diana Strickler. He was a General Manager at Thompson Industrial. Nathan was an avid sports fan, enjoyed working out with his son & daughter, & being part of the Dance Dad Squad. Surviving in addition to his wife and parents are: Two sons, Julian D. Strickler of Lebanon, PA, and Camdyn M. Strickler of Sumter, SC; One daughter Olivia M. Strickler of Sumter, SC; One sister, Nicole M. Yordy of Lebanon, PA; One brother-in-law, Kevin A. Messimer of Sumter, SC; and One grandson, Azael J....

Sumter, SC... Tory Hamilton Stucker, 69, beloved husband of 52 years to Dona Ruth Cullen Stucker, died Friday, August 4, 2023, at his residence surrounded by his loving family. Tory was born in Long Beach, California, he was the son of the late Mary Ellen Laub Stucker and Alfred Wayne Stucker. He grew up in Orange County and enlisted in the U.S. Navy at 17. After bootcamp in San Diego, he married the love of his life. After flight school in Tennessee, they moved to his duty station in Pensacola, Florida till 1974. Continuing in his aviation career, he tested and co-piloted fighter jets. Afterwards, he became co-captain of the helicopter emergency fire crew. Tory moved back to Orange County...

Arlyn Simmons Parker McNaney, age 87, died on Saturday, July 1, 2023, at Covenant Place. Ms. McNaney was born in Morrisville, VT, a daughter of the late Clifton G. Parker and Florence Simmons Parker. She had a Masters Degree in organ performance and owned her own music studio teaching students piano, organ and voice lessons. She was an entrepreneur throughout her life. Arlyn's passion in life was raising her children. Survivors are: Two sons, Jim McNaney and his wife Lisa of Livermore, CA, and Bryan McNaney and his wife Jennifer of Farmington, ME; Two daughters, Debbie Estes of Ft. Mill, SC, and Dr. Caryn West of Sumter, SC; One sister, Charlotte Parker; Five grandchildren, Michael...

Mary E. Painter, age 86, beloved wife of the late Virgil L. Painter, went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Friday, June 16, 2023, at NHC Healthcare of Sumter. Ms. Painter was born in London, England, daughter of the late Brian Dennis Hillsworth and Bertha Kaufer Hillsworth. She was the Director of Special Education for the Lee County School District. Mary enjoyed rocking babies in the nursery at Tuomey Hospital and went on mission trips for World Changers and the Southern Baptist Disaster Relief. She was an active member of the women's group at Crosspoint Baptist Church. Nana loved her grandchildren and great grandchildren and will be greatly missed. Survived by her children, Michael...

Leona Mary Kavanagh Blaylock, age 88, beloved widow of Retired Master Sgt. Edwin Jerry Blaylock, died on Friday, June 9, 2023, at Prisma Health-Tuomey Hospital, Sumter, South Carolina. Born in St. John's, Newfoundland, she was a daughter of the late James Joseph and Bridget O'Brien Kavanagh. She graduated from Presentation Convent and School, St. John's, Newfoundland in 1951. She met the love of her life, "Jerry," while he was stationed at Pepperell Air Force base. They were married in a chapel at The Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, St. John's, Newfoundland in 1954 and were married for 59 years. Leona was a dedicated military wife and homemaker; and, also volunteered locally with...

Eleanor Gill Jenkins Matthews, born August 18th, 1917, widow of the late John Reginald Matthews, Sr., went to be with the Lord at the age of 105 on Thursday, June 1st, 2023. Eleanor was born in Richmond, VA, and raised by her grandmother in Lakeland, FL. Eleanor moved to California after graduating from high school and worked at Douglas Aircraft, during WWII. While working at Douglas Aircraft, she met and married her husband. Reggie was a soldier stationed at Edwards Military Base, after the war they moved to North Carolina and she went to work at Fort Bragg Military Post. She continued work in the Finance and Accounting Office and later became a supervisor. She worked there for 26 years...

Joseph "Jay" Anthony Lamoureux, age 82, beloved husband of Veronica "Roni" Marchio Lamoureux, died unexpectedly on Saturday, May 27, 2023, at Prisma Health Tuomey. Born in Norwich, CT, he was the son of the late William Lamoureux and Lucille Dugas Lamoureux. Jay served as a member of the US Navy, retiring with over 20 years of service. After his military career, he founded and operated a well-respected, successful floor sanding business in Richmond Maine. Jay lived life to the fullest. From traveling the entire eastern coastline by boat to long road trips from Maine to Alaska, it was all done while listening to the oldies but goodies with Roni, his best friend and wife of 46 years, by...

A graveside service for Mary Macaulay Brown Shaw, who died on Sunday, May 7th, 2023 at Prisma Health Tuomey, will be held at Sumter Cemetery Tuesday, May 9th, 2023 at 4 o'clock with the Reverend Bob Brearley officiating. Family will receive friends on Monday, May 8th, 2023 4:00 - 6:00pm at the home of Dr. and Mrs. Charles White. Mrs. Shaw was born on January 7, 1928, to Mary Macaulay Brown and Frank Derrick Brown in Huntersville, NC. Mary Shaw, as she was affectionately known to her grandchildren and close friends, spent her childhood in Huntersville being raised by her mother, immediate family, and close-knit community as her father passed away early in childhood. She met her husband of...

Peter Barnett Metzger 6/07/1949 - 5/03/2023 Springdale, SC ..... It is with heavy hearts that we mourn the passing of our beloved father, husband, and friend, Peter Metzger, who left us on May 3, 2023. He was charismatic, lived a rich life, and as a result, had vibrant stories. Peter was born in Ossining, NY; but he grew up in Narberth township, just outside of Philadelphia, PA. He loved "Philly" and would ride the train into the city to get hoagies, pizza, and Italian water ice. Peter's love for tennis pulled him south-- he had heard the weather was better for matches. He attended the University of South Carolina and eventually began teaching tennis throughout the Columbia area. He...

Sumter, SC... William E. "Bill" Elliott, age 93, beloved husband of over sixty-seven years to Betty Lou Elliott, died on Saturday, April 15, 2023 at The Terrace in Bishopville, SC.. Born in Port Washington, Ohio, he is the son of the late Fred Elliott and Mary Neighbor Elliott. Bill was a veteran of the US Army. He retired from both Exide Battery and Sumter Packaging Co. He enjoyed playing golf, but his true joy in life came from spending time with his family, especially his granddaughters. Bill was a member of the Aldersgate United Methodist Church. He is survived by, two sons, Kevin Elliott, and his wife Candice of Lugoff and Kris Elliott and his wife Carol of Greenville; seven...

Mary Elizabeth Isabell Manville, affectionately known as "MEIM" to her friends and family, passed away on April 4th, 2023, at the young age of 19. She was born on February 4th, 2004, in Columbia, South Carolina. Mary Elizabeth lived a life full of passion, kindness, and dedication. She was a shining example of what it means to be caring and lovable. She was always there for her friends and family, offering a helping hand or a listening ear whenever they needed it. Throughout her life, Mary Elizabeth excelled in her studies and pursued her passion for dance. She was a gifted and disciplined classical ballet dancer, attending prestigious ballet schools such as the San Francisco Ballet School,...

Paul Charles Feldman, age 70, beloved husband of 26 years to Carolyne Beverley Rickett Feldman, died on Friday, February 17, 2023, at Regency Hospital of Florence. Paul Feldman was a bad boy in high school, but although he was a rogue, he was a lawful rogue. He always had a strong sense of what was right or just, he was a tough kid, surviving the anti semitism of the time made him grow a thick skin. After high school, he was a Moncks Corner police officer for six months before deciding the army was more to his taste. He loved the Army and his country, his family and his Harley in that order. He was a tough combat soldier, started his career with the 101st Airborne and qualified as an...

Cornelia "Connie" Ann Holmes Snow, age 84, wife of over 50 years to the late Glenn Andrew Snow, died on Saturday, January 28th, 2023 at Covenant Place. Born in Lexington, NC, she was the daughter of the late Eugene Holmes and Daisie Wilson Holmes. Connie retired after 38 years of teaching. She loved teaching and taught in both North Carolina and South Carolina. She had close friends everywhere that she lived. Connie was a faithful member of Aldersgate UMC and was a member of the Wesley Sunday School Class. She loved doing many various crafte as well as decorating the halls of both Aldersgate and Covenant Place. Connie enjoyed her time living at Covenant Place where she assisted with...

Sumter, SC .... Edith Cattles Lee, age 85, died on Thursday, January 5, 2023, at her residence. Born in Charleston, SC, she is the daughter of the late Seaman Cattles, Jr., and Alma Carson Cattles. A visitation will be held on Wednesday, January 11, 2023, from 11:00-12:00 pm at Bullock Funeral Home. A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, January 11, 2023, at 12:00 pm in the Bullock Funeral Home Chapel. The interment will follow the service in the Evergreen Memorial Park Cemetery. You may go to www.bullockfuneralhome.com and sign the family's guest book. The family has chosen Bullock Funeral Home for the arrangements.

Sumter, SC ..................... Thaddeus Alexander Stambaugh, age 22, died Friday, December 2, 2022 at Prisma Health Tuomey. Thad was born in Columbia, SC, the son of Thaddeus Cooper Stambaugh and Caryn McNaney West. He was the owner/operator of his own lawn care business. He loved motorcycles, fishing, football, his family and his friends. Thad was a bright spot to all who knew him and will be missed for his big heart and generosity. Surviving in addition to his parents are: One daughter, Chandler Kate Wingard of Sumter, SC; One sister, Kylie Grace Stambaugh of Sumter, SC; Maternal grandmother, Arlyn McNaney of Columbia, SC; Paternal grandparents, Charles & Margaret Stambaugh and...

Sumter, SC .... Phillip Martin Epting, age 79, beloved husband of 55 years to Eugenia Lynn Edwards Epting, died on Friday, November 18, 2022, at NHC Healthcare of Sumter. Born in Newberry, SC, he was the son of the late Robert and Motelle Epting. After his graduation in 1961 from Columbia High School, he chose to attend USC prior to entering the USAF, where he graduated from St. Leo University with a BA in Criminal Justice. Phillip retired from the USAF after serving as a Special Agent with the USAF Office of Special Investigations Prior to being appointed a special agent he worked in accounting and finance. His duty stations included Shaw AFB, Heraklion Crete, Omaha Nebraska, Houston...

Dalzell, SC .... Charles "Charley" Edgar Whyde Jr, 70, of Dalzell, SC passed away peacefully at his home on September 26, 2022, surrounded by his loved ones. Charley was born and raised in Nashville, TN and moved to SC in the early 70's. He had a music career that spanned over 40 years with bands such as Shag Time and Toyzz and he retired from Pecknel Music Co. Besides his passion for music, he loved riding his motorcycle, Atlanta Braves Baseball, USC Gamecocks, all things WWII, and spending time with his best friend and devoted dog Leo. He is survived by his wife Cheryl A. Whyde, his son Charles" Tripp" Whyde III, his daughters Leslie Goebel (Paul), Cheryl Grillo (Dave), his sister...

William Henry Edwin Nock III passed away in Greenville, South Carolina on September 26, 2022, after a short illness of ALS. His celebration of life will be held on September 30th at Westminster Presbyterian Church, Augusta Street in Greenville, with Reverend Leigh Stuckey and Reverend George Jacobs officiating. Bill was born June 14, 1945, in Salisbury, Maryland, only son of Ruth Green Nock and William Henry Edwin Nock, Jr. He was raised in Delmar, Maryland. He won an appointment to the US Coast Guard Academy, graduated in 1967, and was commissioned an Ensign in the US Coast Guard. Bill served in Vietnam as commanding officer of the United States Coast Guard Cutter - Point Mast. At the...