Jasper County Sun

Mr. Randolph Murdaugh, III, 81, of Varnville, died peacefully Thursday afternoon, June 10, 2021, at his residence. Mr. Murdaugh was born October 25, 1939 in Savannah, Georgia, son of the late Randolph "Buster" Murdaugh, Jr. and Gladys Marvin Murdaugh. Randolph graduated from Wade Hampton in 1957 where he was very active in sports. It was here that he began dating his future wife, Libby. After graduation he attended the University of South Carolina, graduating in 1961 with a BS Degree in Business Administration. That summer he married Libby. In the fall of that year he enrolled in University of South Carolina School of Law and graduated in 1964. After graduating he returned to Hampton...

Dr. Michael Stafford Manning was a native of Ridgeland South Carolina and grew up in Troy Alabama, He was the second child born to Harley Staord Manning of Ridgeland South Carolina and wife Ellen Walters Manning of Marion Virginia. Dr. Manning was born in Roseann Virginia. Dr. Manning's grandfather, Charles Daniel Manning, was a native of Elizabethtown, Tennessee. He was a descendant of Captain Daniel Ellis who was an expeditionary guide and companion of Daniel Boone in the 1775 survey of Cumberland Gap to prepare the way for the opening of settlements. Dr. Manning attended Ridgeland Elementary School in South Carolina and Charles Henderson High School in Troy, Alabama. In high school, Dr....

Joan Smith Nimmer, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, died on January 11, 2021. She was born on August 17, 1931 in Ridgeland, SC to Joseph Elihu Smith, Sr., and Annette Crosby Smith. She had a childhood filled with wonderful friends and family. She spent her summers at Alljoy Beach in Bluffton, SC and loved to tell her children about those magical days. She attended Ridgeland High School and graduated from Limestone University with a degree in education. Upon graduation, she taught in Richland County schools, Jasper County schools, and Thomas Heyward Academy. On June 25, 1955, Joan married the love of her life, Frederick Anthony Nimmer, Jr., in Savannah, GA. ...

Frederick Anthony Nimmer, Jr., beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, died on January 10, 2021. He was born on March 14, 1933 in Savannah, GA to Frederick Anthony Nimmer, Sr., and Marie Rush Nimmer. Fred moved to Ridgeland, SC as a child, attended local schools, and graduated from Clemson University with a degree in mechanical engineering. Upon graduation, he served in the U.S. Air Force as a member of the Strategic Air Command. During this time, he married the love of his life, the former Joan Smith of Ridgeland. They returned home to Ridgeland in 1956, where he began his business career as an automobile salesman. Eventually, he became the Chevrolet-Oldsmobile...

Mrs. Eugenia Terry Horton, 82, of Lowndes Lakes Road near Early Branch, died Monday evening, December 7, 2020 at her residence. Mrs. Horton was born November 6, 1938 in Hampton County, a daughter of the late Roy Sidney Terry and Mirvell Dixon Terry. She had worked for Wayneline Manufacturing Company in Ridgeland and was a member of St. Paul United Methodist Church in Ridgeland. She was the widow of Everett Franklin Horton. Surviving is her daughter: Terry Lynn Jarrell and husband Bubba of Early Branch; brother: Thomas Terry of Blackville; granddaughter: Paige Jarrell Mixson and husband Trey of Varnville; and a great-grandson: Daniel Elliott Mixson. Mrs. Horton was predeceased by...

Ted Allen Nettles, Sr. passed away peacefully Friday, December 4, 2020. He lived a long, full life of 88 years. Ted was born July 18, 1932, the son of Bertie Nettles and Jennie Dean Nettles of Ridgeland, South Carolina. He is survived by two sons and a daughter. Ted Allen Nettles, Jr. (wife Janell), David Bryan Nettles (wife Julie), Melissa G. Wheeler (husband Tim). Also survived by granddaughter Holly and grandson Jessie. Preceded in death by grandson Bryan. Also survived by his longtime companion, Gerry Quesinberry. Mr. Nettles served in the United States Army for six years and was Honorably Discharged February 6, 1963. After his Service, he had a successful career as a Life...

Nancy O. White, 84, of Ridgeland, SC passed away Saturday, November 28, 2020 at her home in Ridgeland, SC surrounded by her loving family. She was born on February 3, 1936 in Ridgeland to the late Mr. Henry Joab Odum and Mrs. Vera Hodges Stone. Ms. White worked for 30 years as a clerk for Farmers Home Administration. After retirement she went on to join the team at the Jasper Sun Times as the office manager. There she worked for another 20 years and grew close to her co-workers which became her "work family". She was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in Ridgeland, S.C. and had a great appreciation for art. One highlight in her life was traveling to Italy to tour...

B. Raymond Mitchell, Jr., 66, of Grays, SC passed away Sunday, October 25, 2020 at his home. Raymond was a deacon for many years at Pine Level Baptist Church and coached their youth softball team around 20 years, also serving as commissioner for the league. He coached each of his children, grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and numerous kids who became like family. Raymond was an avid Carolina Gamecock football fan who attended all of the home games for many years. From the ride to Columbia, where he would surprise his riders with a loud Gamecock crow as soon as the stadium came into view, to the South end zone where he sat for over 20 years, he always enjoyed being a Gamecock. Raymond was...

Rowena Malphrus Wannamaker, 94, of Lexington, SC, passed away October 21, 2020 at her home. Born in Ridgeland, SC she was the daughter of the late Willouck Evans Malphrus and Theodosia Malphrus Malphrus. She is survived by three sons, William F. Wannamaker, Jr. of Lilburn, Ga., John F. Wannamaker (Connie) of Lexington, SC, and C. Thomas Wannamaker of Columbia, SC and 4 grandchildren. She was predeceased by her loving husband of 69 years William Franklin Wannamaker, Sr; two brothers, Ted Malphrus and Wofford Malphrus; three sisters, Mavis Anestos, Wilma Holland and Thedie Malphrus; 2 brothers-in-law, Woods Wannamaker and Robert Wannamaker; a sister-in-law Sara Burnett. Rowena,...

Elizabeth Clinton (Kitty) Roberts, 78, of Emporia left this earth peacefully to be with her Heavenly Father Friday morning, October 16, 2020. She was born on August 12, 1942, in Jasper County, SC to Joseph Randolph and Mary Elizabeth Carter. She was a member of Grace United Methodist Church where she served as church secretary until her retirement in September 2013. She was HR director at Holiday Resort but most people came to know Kitty as the friendly Assistant Manager of Bluestem Bowl. It was while working here she met the love of her life, John. Prior to moving to Emporia in 1972 Kitty had was a professional seamstress and spent many years as the floor manager for a coat factory in...

Eileen Dantzler Ulmer, age 96 of Ridgeland and widow of Esman S. Ulmer Jr. passed away on August 5, 2020 at Beaufort Memorial Hospital. Mrs. Ulmer was born in Cameron, SC on October 14, 1923 to the late Willie Hutto Dantzler and Daisy Austin Dantzler. During World War II, Mrs. Ulmer worked in the War Department in Washington DC. She was a member of the Tillman United Methodist Church; enjoyed crocheting gifts for her family and friends, and making small Afghans for the kittens at Jasper Animal Rescue Mission. For many years, she was the Supervisor for the Jasper County License Office, South Carolina Department of Transportation. Mrs. Ulmer is survived by her daughters, Gail Steele of...

Eileen Dantzler Ulmer, age 96 of Ridgeland and widow of Esman S. Ulmer Jr. passed away on August 5, 2020 at Beaufort Memorial Hospital. Mrs. Ulmer was born in Cameron, SC on October 14, 1923 to the late Willie Hutto Dantzler and Daisy Austin Dantzler. During World War II, Mrs. Ulmer worked in the War Department in Washington DC. She was a member of the Tillman United Methodist Church; enjoyed crocheting gifts for her family and friends, and making small Afghans for the kittens at Jasper Animal Rescue Mission. For many years, she was a Supervisor for the Jasper County License Office, South Carolina Department of Transportation. Mrs. Ulmer is survived by her daughters, Gail Steele of...

Mark Redden Tuten, 56, of Martin, SC passed away Monday, May 25, 2020 at his home. Mark was born June 16, 1964 in Hampton, SC to Redden Tuten and Gloria Langford Tuten. He was a Baptist, loved his family, and was employed by Tuten's IGA in Estill, SC for many years. He greatly enjoyed fishing in both fresh and saltwater. In addition to his parents of Estill, Mark is survived by his wife, Tina Nix Tuten of Martin, SC; son, Michael Stanley (Kimberly) of Hampton, SC; daughters, Christin Lather (Shawn) of Beaufort, SC and Brittany Stanley of Hampton, SC; brothers, Grady Knowles of Brunson, SC and Dr. Thad Tuten (Meredith) of Greenville, SC; sister, Lennis Oglesby (Mike) of Martin, SC and...

Mrs. Marian Lorene "Bunny" Johnson Dobson, 86, of Pine Street East in Varnville died early Friday morning, May 8, 2020 at her residence. Mrs. Dobson was born September 17, 1933 in Jasper County, a daughter of the late John Mack Johnson and Virginia Smith Johnson. She was a retired seamstress and had worked with several garment plants in the Hampton County area. She was a member of Pine Level Baptist Church and dearly loved her family, especially her grandchildren. Surviving is her husband of 67 years: John Brantley "J.B." Dobson of Varnville; sons: Michael Dobson and wife Susan of Orangeburg and Kenny Dobson and wife Tammy of Varnville; daughter: Brenda Brown of Varnville; brothers: ...

Mrs. Bobbie Jean Smith Kinard, 66, of Cat Branch Road near Grays died Thursday evening, April 30, 2020, in River Oaks Assisted Living Facility in Beaufort. Mrs. Kinard was born June 7, 1953 in Hampton County, a daughter of the late Preston Rufus Smith and Hattie Alma Robinson Smith. She had worked at Wade Hampton High School in the Cafeteria for 17 years and was a member of Pine Level Baptist Church. She dearly loved and cared for her family. Left to cherish her memories are her husband: Harry Albert Kinard of Grays; daughters: Denise Boyd and husband Rob of Beaufort, Teresa Cole and husband Tony of Rincon, Georgia and Amy Hunsucker and husband Jamey of Aiken; grandson: Joshua Aaron...

James Herman Smith born April 13, 1948 met his heavenly father on March 2, 2020. He is the beloved son of the (late) James and Ella Mae Woods Smith. He is survived by his wife, Dorothy Smith, daughter Teresa Hammonds (David), his brother Marty Smith (Carolyn), and a sister Sybil Harvey. Also, four loving grandchildren; Lauren Wood (Jonathan), Brandi Pollard (Steven), Miranda Jackson (Tyler), and Marshall Moore. He was a loving "Papa" of eight great grandchildren. He was proceeded in death by his daughter Tracie Lynn Moore. He served in the United States Air Force and was a Vietnam veteran. After retiring from Hargray Telephone he enjoyed being a member of the Sons of Confederate Veterans at...

John Howell Tilton Jr. was born in Savannah, GA on November 28, 1943 to Howell and Harriett Tilton. John attended parochial schools in Savannah before attending Benedictine Military School graduating in 1961. He graduated from Southern Technical Institute in Marietta, GA with a degree in building science. In 1964 he packed up his 1954 Ford with his wife, Frances, and his three month old son, Steve. He had answered an ad for a job opening with Robert Graves and Graves Construction. Those were heady days for Hilton Head and with John and Robert Graves building fifty homes at a time. John started Tilton Construction Company in 1973 and went on to build nearly 700 custom homes on Hilton Head...

C. Dale Collins, 59 of Hardeeville passed away on January 18, 2020 at Memorial Medical University, Savannah, GA. Dale was born in Killeen, Texas on October 12, 1960 to Marquerite Collins and the late Cecil Edward Collins. Dale retired from the Hilton Head Fire Department in 1998. He was a Clemson fan who enjoyed playing softball and watching sports on television. He was a faithful member at Red Dam Baptist Church. In addition to his mother, he is survived by his daughter, Allyson Escobar (Fernando) of Bluffton; his brother, Donald Collins (Marasri) of Savannah, GA; his sister, Dianne Garber (Larry) of Rose Hill, IA and his grandchildren, Elizabeth Collins and Sophia Escobar. He was...

Richard Bailey Preacher, age 89 of Ridgeland, SC passed away on January 6, 2020. Memorial services will be held at 2:00 pm on Tuesday, January 14th with visitation beginning at 1:00 pm at Ridgeland Baptist Church.

Mrs. Annette Peeples Malphrus, 81, of Garnett, died Tuesday evening, October 15, 2019 at the home of her daughter in Garnett. Mrs. Malphrus was born December 5, 1937, a daughter of the late Abe Richard Peeples and Inez Tuten Peeples. She had retired as Postmaster of the Gifford Post Office, loved music and reading. Mrs. Malphrus loved to travel and was very active with Church functions. Surviving are her daughters: Mamie M. Minton (Tommy) of Charlotte and Winnette M. Blanchard (Quin) of Garnett; grandchildren: Antony and Jesse; and a special friend, Linda, as well as a number of nieces and nephews. Mrs. Malphrus was predeceased by her brothers: Harvey, Richard and Marvin...

Graveside services for Sara Wells Fleming Tillery will be held on August 31, 2019 at 10 AM at Floyd Cemetery in Tillman, SC. Mrs. Tillery passed away on June 20, 2018 and donated her body to the Medical College of Georgia, Augusta, GA. She is survived by her brother, John L. Wells, her daughter, Vernette Johnson, 6 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ronald A. Tillery, her siblings, Henry B. Wells, Gordon W. Wells, Lewis T. Wells and Mary F. Wells; and her son David A. Fleming.