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William "Bill" Peele Stubbs, Sr. of Chesterfield, SC died on December 1, 2023. He was born on May 14, 1933 to the late James and Mamie Quick Stubbs of McColl, SC and was the husband to Margery Goforth Stubbs. A Celebration of Life service will be 3:00 PM Sunday, December 10, 2023 at St. Paul United Methodist Church by Pastor Alisha Hansen with a reception to follow in the church fellowship hall. A private burial will be held at a later date. Bill was one of eight siblings that were a blessing and support to him. He graduated from McColl High School in 1951. He was given the chance to further his education at Presbyterian College, when he received a music scholarship with the Presbyterian...

Shelby Jean Chewning Curtis, 86, of Chesterfield, South Carolina passed away on Saturday, November 25, 2023, in her home. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 P.M. on Tuesday, November 28, 2023, from the Chapel of Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home with Brent Taylor officiating. The burial will follow the service in the Chesterfield Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 12:00 P.M. to 1:00 P.M. prior to the service at the funeral home. Shelby was born on August 28, 1937, in Anson County, North Carolina to the late Woodrow Wilson Chewning and Edna Baker Chewning. Shelby was a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, and was known for her kindness and warm spirit....

ALFRED DONOVAN RIVERS, JR. Don "Donnie" Rivers, Jr. was born in Chesterfield, SC, to the late A. Donovan Rivers and Carolyn Gunter Rivers. He attended Chesterfield schools where he played football and baseball in high school and was President of his senior class. Don attended The Citadel in Charleston, SC, where he was a member of the Summerall Guards, an elite, silent precision drill platoon. He graduated in 1968 with a degree in Business Administration. Upon graduation, he began his career in banking in Florence, SC. He relocated to Charlotte, NC, in the early 1980s and followed a career in medical practice management until his retirement. Don was an avid hunter and a member of the...

ALFRED DONOVAN RIVERS, JR Don "Donnie" Rivers, Jr. was born in Chesterfield, SC, to the late A. Donovan Rivers and Carolyn Gunter Rivers. He attended Chesterfield schools where he played football and baseball in high school and was President of his senior class. Don attended The Citadel in Charleston, SC, where he was a member of the Summerall Guards, an elite, silent precision drill platoon. He graduated in 1968 with a degree in Business Administration. Upon graduation, he began his career in banking in Florence, SC. He relocated to Charlotte, NC, in the early 1980s and followed a career in medical practice management until his retirement. Don was an avid hunter and a member of the...

Mr. John Samuel Rivers, III, age 45, entered into rest on Monday, November 6, 2023. Funeral services will be 1:00 PM Saturday, November 11, 2023 from the Chapel of Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home by Brent Taylor with burial to follow in the Zoar United Methodist Church Cemetery. The family will greet friends from 12:00 - 1:00 PM Saturday, prior to the service at the funeral home. Mr. Rivers was born April 9, 1977 in Cheraw, SC a son of Barbara White Rivers and the late John Samuel Rivers, Jr. He was a 1995 graduate of Northwestern High School and a former employee of Auto Zone. John was an avid Clemson Tigers fan and also enjoyed following Joey Logano Racing. In...

Mrs. Linda Ann Maloch Fowler, age 82, formerly of Charleston, SC, entered into rest on Wednesday, October 25, 2023 with her family by her side. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, October 28, 2023 at Grace United Methodist Church, 1601 Sam Rittenberg Blvd. in Charleston, SC at 2:00 p.m. The family will greet friends immediately following the service in the sanctuary of the church. A graveside service will be conducted on Sunday, October 29, 2023 at Shiloh United Methodist Church, 3154 SC Hwy 102 in Chesterfield, SC at 2:00 p.m. Mrs. Fowler was born April 3, 1941 in Society Hill, SC, a daughter of the late John Baldwin Maloch, Sr. and Elizabeth Hill Maloch. She graduated from...

Chesterfield, SC Mr. Larry Edward "Eddie" McCorkle, age 70, entered into rest on Tuesday, October 10, 2023 at his home. The family will hold a private memorial service at a later date. Mr. McCorkle was born on April 14, 1953, in James Island, SC to the late Bill and Virginia McCorkle. Eddie enjoyed gardening, landscaping and was an avid outdoorsman. Among his many hobbies were hunting, salt water fishing, and music. He retired from Dak America with 30+ years of service. Survivors include his wife of 42 years, Paige McCorkle of the home; son, Miles McCorkle of the home; brothers, Gene (Sylvia) McCorkle of Charlottesville, VA, Bobby (Terry) McCorkle of Jacksonville, FL; and sister, Janet...

On Saturday, September 2, 2023, the world bid farewell to a precious soul that graced this earth for too short a time. Little Miss Ivy Marie Oliver, the beautiful daughter of Ganyson and Mary Oliver, was embraced by the loving arms of Jesus, just two weeks before her expected due date of September 16. As we gather in mourning, we find solace in knowing that Ivy Marie's spirit will forever shine brightly in our hearts. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, September 9, 2023 at 2:00PM at Cross Roads Baptist Church Cemetery, to honor her memory. The service will be conducted by Brent Taylor. On Sunday, September 10, 2023, a Service of Remembrance will take place at New...

Mr. William E. "Bill" Brown, age 69, entered into rest on Wednesday, June 14, 2023 at Camden Health and Rehabilitation of Greensboro, NC. The family will hold a private celebration of life in accordance with Mr. Bill's wishes at a later date. Mr. Brown was born June 16, 1953 in Sumter, SC a son of the late Wilson and Vernice Delma Smith Brown. He was a retired employee of the City of High Point, NC where he worked in the IT Department. Bill enjoyed computers and would help anyone who asked for his help. When called upon, he would show up at the door with a smile on his face and go straight to work. Bill had a keen mind and expansive curiosity that led to his degree in Philosophy...

Chesterfield, SC Mrs. Ruby Elizabeth Paul Raffaldt, age 97, entered into rest on Thursday, May 25, 2023. Funeral services will be 11:00 AM Monday, May 29, 2023 at Thompson Creek Baptist Church by Dr. Ronnie Grizzle with burial to follow in the church cemetery. The family will greet friends from 10:00 - 11:00 AM Monday, prior to the service at the church. Mrs. Raffaldt was born May 21, 1926 in Ellerbe, NC a daughter of the late Zack and Carrie Johnson Paul. She was a dedicated homemaker and a life-long member of Thompson Creek Baptist Church, where she held the distinct honor of being the oldest member. Ruby also served as former Sunday school teacher and W.M.U. Director. A lady that...

Charleston, SC Mr. Welbourne Andrews White, Jr., age 64, entered into rest April 17, 2023. Funeral services will be 1:00 PM Sunday, April 23, 2023 at First Presbyterian Church of Cheraw by the Reverend Dr. Dan Sansbury. A private burial will be held in the Pine Grove Baptist Church Cemetery of Chesterfield, SC. Mr. White was born June 20, 1958 in Tucson, CA a son of Elizabeth Holman (Judge Edwin "Brother") Davis and the late Welbourne Andrews (Rebecca) White, Sr. Welbourne was a 1976 graduate of Spring Valley High School, Columbia, SC. He was a devout Christian and member of Forest Lake Presbyterian Church. Following high school, Mr. White enlisted in the U.S. Navy, where...

Welbourne A. White, Jr. , 64, of CHARLESTON, SC died on Monday April 17. MRC Funeral Home.

Chesterfield, SC Mrs. Sarah Anna Via Melton, age 86, entered into rest on Tuesday, January 24, 2023. Funeral services will be 1:00 PM Saturday, January 28, 2023 from the Chapel of Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home by Pastor David Bessinger and Brent Taylor. A private committal service will follow in the Oakland Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will greet friends from 5:00 - 7:00 PM Friday, January 27, 2023 at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home. Mrs. Melton was born October 12, 1936 in Columbia, SC a daughter of the late Irvin James and Anna Pearl Shull Via. She attended the University of South Carolina and was a member of Chesterfield Presbyterian Church. A loving...

Mrs. Sarah Anna Via Melton, age 86, entered into rest on Tuesday, January 24, 2023. Funeral services were held at 1:00 PM Saturday, January 28, 2023 from the Chapel of Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home by Pastor David Bessinger and Brent Taylor. A private committal service will follow in the Oakland Baptist Church Cemetery. Please visit mrcfunerhome.com for full obituary.

Mrs. Sarah Anna Via Melton, age 86, entered into rest on Tuesday, January 24, 2023. Funeral services will be 1:00 PM Saturday, January 28, 2023 from the Chapel of Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home by Pastor David Bessinger and Brent Taylor. A private committal service will follow in the Oakland Baptist Church Cemetery. Please visit www.mrcfuneralhome.com for full obituary.

Ms. Betty Holley Watts, age 88, entered into rest on Thursday, January 19, 2023. Funeral services will be 12:00 PM Thursday, January 26, 2023 at Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church by Reverend Terry Corder with burial to follow in the church cemetery. The family will greet friends from 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Thursday, prior to the service at the church Ms. Watts born December 17, 1934 in McBee, SC a daughter of the late Charles Wilson Holley, Jr. and Beulah Laviner Holley. She was a retired employee of Belk Services with over 25 years of service. Betty was a long-time member of St. John Baptist Church of Charlotte, NC before moving to SC and joining Jefferson Baptist Church. She was very...

The family of Tamara "Tammy" Boone Caldwell will host a celebration of life ceremony for the former elementary school educator, who devoted her life to helping children. The ceremony will be held from 4-6 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 14, at the Sterling Estates clubhouse, 535 Sterling Drive, Spartanburg, S.C. 29316. Tammy Boone Caldwell, 60, spent most of her teaching career in Cherokee County. She died Thursday, Jan. 5, at Spartanburg Regional Hospital surrounded by her family. Boone Caldwell was laid to rest on Sunday, Jan. 8, in Jefferson, S.C. Her family invites all who wish to honor her to join them in fellowship and the sharing of fond memories.

Ms. Tamara "Tammy" Boone Caldwell, age 60, entered into rest on Thursday, January 5, 2023. Graveside services will be 2:00 PM Sunday, January 8, 2023 at Jefferson Cemetery by Brent Taylor and Emily L. Blanton. The family will greet friends immediately following at the cemetery. Ms. Caldwell was born July 11, 1962 in Monroe, NC a daughter of Reverend Billy R. and Ruby J. Boone. She was a 1981 graduate of Central High School and received her Bachelors in Education from USC Upstate. Tammy went on to attain her Master's degree and EdS in Advanced Studies from Converse College. Over her career, Ms. Caldwell served as a dedicated elementary school teacher for many years, and would go on to...

John Allison Jones, Sr. died peacefully surrounded by family and went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on October 18, 2022. John was born September 12, 1931, to the late Grady John and Ollie Matthews Jones in Williamsburg County, SC. As the family relocated to lower Florence County, John spent many years working alongside his parents and 7 siblings on a tobacco farm. He was very proud of the heritage and close family bonds that grew from life on the farm in Ard Crossroads. He graduated from Johnsonville High School and went on to enlist in the United States Navy, serving two tours aboard the USS Yorktown as a communications specialist. He later attended Wingate Junior College...

Ms. Sheila June Davidson, age 69, passed away peacefully on August 24, 2022, in Charleston, SC. Ms. Davidson was born September 19, 1952, in Chesterfield County, SC, a daughter of Barbara Smith Davidson and the late J. T. Davidson. She was a retired employee of Roper Hospital, Charleston, SC, with over 37 years of service. Her work at Roper Hospital enriched her life with a mission to do good alongside coworkers who became a second family. She enjoyed traveling often to the mountains and her trips to Ohio, Florida, Hawaii, Canada, and Europe provided happy memories. Sheila was known to be the ultimate creative shopper for friends and family. Her generous gift of her time to her family...