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Upgrade your browser today or install Google Chrome Frame to better experience this site Phone: (803) 408-8711  she was the daughter of Carolyn Ann Gordan Luffman and the late Jimmy Eugene Luffman Webb worked as an Attorney in her own private practice and listening to music; but above all else she enjoyed being with her children Caroline Nianhua Webb and Audrey Fei Webb; and her beloved pets A memorial service honoring the life of Mrs 2025 from 4:00 to 6:00 pm at Powers Funeral Home in Lugoff Mailing Address: PO Box 65 Lugoff, SC 29078 Phone: (803) 408-8711 Fax: (803) 408-8713  Blog (WACH) — Both men wanted in connection to the double homicide in Lugoff have been arrested according to the Kershaw County Sheriff's Office Blair was arrested by the Henderson County Sheriff's Office in North Carolina and Stucky turned himself in at the Kershaw County Detention Center READ MORE | Two dead in apartment complex shooting in Kershaw County, shooters at large The two are accused of being involved in the double murder that occurred at Lexington Grand Apartments on Roy Truesdale Road in Lugoff Kershaw County Coroner David West has identified the two victims of a fatal shooting as 40-year-old Kevin Sutton and 22-year-old Tasheed Sutton Investigators believe Kevin and Tasheed exited a car around 5:30 p.m on Monday when an altercation broke out with people inside the apartment complex KERSHAW- A funeral service for Dora Smith Anderson at House of Prayer with Open Arms with burial to follow in Boonetown Cemetery The family will receive friends prior to the service from 10-11 a.m she was a daughter of the late Alice Strickland Anderson was a member of House of Prayer with Open Arms     Surviving are her husband on 62 ½ years Share on FacebookShare on X (formerly Twitter)Share on PinterestShare on LinkedInKERSHAW COUNTY (WIS) - A Lugoff-Elgin High School student was charged with unlawful carry of a firearm on school property According to the Kershaw County Sheriff’s Office (KCSO) for failure to stop at a stop sign at Richardson Boulevard and Wildwood Lane in Lugoff on Tuesday Weston pulled over into the rear parking lot of Lugoff-Elgin High School The deputy could smell marijuana from inside the car and found a loaded handgun under the driver’s seat and THC vapes in the the center console and driver’s door we have no reason to believe Weston had any intentions to harm anyone with the firearm,” Kershaw County Sheriff Lee Boan said my office and the Kershaw County School District will maintain our ‘zero tolerance’ policy when it comes to firearms being unlawfully possessed on school grounds in Kershaw County.” Weston was arrested and booked into the Kershaw County Detention Center sent the following letter to families and staff: Feel more informed, prepared, and connected with WIS. 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Click here Kershaw – A service to celebrate the life of Henry Alvin Waites at Oak Ridge Baptist Church.  The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church 2025 at MUSC Downtown Columbia.  Born in Camden he was the son of the late Eddie and Elizabeth Waites.  He retired from Springs Industries in Kershaw and was a member of Oak Ridge Baptist Church.  He enjoyed gardening Mable Welch of Florida and Barbara Ray of Bishopville; brother Ryan Hunter and Camryn Hunter; and great-grandchildren LUGOFF- A celebration of life service for Thomas Len Bradley memorials may be made to Lugoff Bible Fellowship Church at 883 Pine Grove Road he was a son of the late Frank David Bradley and Sadie Spradley Bradley Bradley was a member of Lugoff Bible Fellowship Church He loved the Lord and began every morning reading his Bible and daily devotional or modifying and the more challenging the better He enjoyed spending time on his tractor doing projects which he referred to as his tractor therapy Bradley had a lifelong passion for hunting     Surviving are his wife of 52 years Jason Bradley (Candace) of Lake City; daughter Kristen Aldridge (Chris) of Rock Hill; grandchildren she was the daughter of Al Large and Nicole Colvin Maryann was a bright student at Lugoff Elgin High School and was interning at Woolard Technology Center in the Early Childhood Education Program She was aspiring to graduate early with honors and a GPA of 4.163 and continue working with children as a teacher Maryann was a country girl at heart and found joy in being in nature Maryann could light up any room she walked in her laughter was like no other and she had a smile that was contagious Left to cherish her memories in addition to her parents are her younger siblings Allison (Sean) Esposito and Morgan (Jeremey) Gobbel; also by her cousins that as the oldest held a special role in all of their lives A funeral service in honor of Maryann will be held on Thursday 2025 at 4:00 pm at Powers Funeral Home in Lugoff The family will be receiving friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Society for the Prevention of Teen Suicide (SPTS), 110 West Main Street NJ 07728 or at https://sptsusa.org/donate/ Lugoff – A service to celebrate the life of George Darrel Cooke at Powers Funeral Home with burial to follow in Forest Lawn Memorial Park.  The Rev Eric Boone will officiate.  The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.  In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society Alzheimer’s Foundation or Gideons International at MUSC Kershaw Health Medical Center.  Born in Raleigh he was the son of the late George Reuben and Madeline Whitley Cooke.  He retired from Signs Unlimited in Fort Mill after working in the commercial sign business for over 30 years.  After his retirement he followed his passion of helping and teaching children by driving a school bus for Kershaw County School District and tutoring at Lugoff Elementary.  Cooke was a member of Pine Grove Baptist Church and former member of St John United Methodist Church where he was the Children’s Sermon Pastor for over 40 years and Sunday School teacher.  As a young man he was proud of his accomplishment of becoming an Eagle Scout.  Mr Cooke enjoyed his children and grandchildren and always looked forward to the yearly Nina/Papaw Camp.  He also enjoyed reading and spending time at the lake and beach with his family.  In his teenage years his love for music allowed him to pursue enjoyment in working at WPUB Radio Station where he became known as “Cookie Jar” Erin Cooke Stephenson (Rob) of Daniel Island Jessica Peake Bowers (Jonathan) of Lugoff; sister Sandra Cooke Wardlaw (Billy) of Lake Wateree; 2 nieces Terri Rudy (Mark) of Waxhaw also two great nephews Jackson and Nicholas Rudy of Waxhaw and Jackson Bowers.  He was predeceased by his first wife of 25 years he was the son of the late Robert Cecil Gerrald and Evelyn Nichols Gerrald  He is survived by the love of his life Gerrald was a Hydro technician with Duke Power for 38 years especially rabbit hunting with his beagles He will be truly missed by all of those that are left behind Left to cherish his memories in addition to his wife of 54 years are his son Cale William Gerrald of the home;  a sister and Wyatt Ellington; and 6 greatgrandchildren Gerrald was predeceased by his faithful companions at 11:00 am at Powers Funeral Home in Lugoff The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at 10:00 am Greg Sweet will officiate. Burial will be at Greenlawn Memorial Park LUGOFF – A time of gathering to celebrate of life of James D will be held from 4:00 – 6:00 pm on Saturday Knight and Martha Peach Knight.  He was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed fishing Nikki Knight (Clay) and Heather Knight (Zack); grandchildren 1934,  to the late Maurice and Doriene MacPherson McLaughlin She was an active member of Lugoff First Baptist Church since 1974 Chase graduated from Mapleton High School in Mapleton Class of ’52 and from Biloxi Cosmetology School Chase spent several years with New England Tel She eventually retired from Union Camp Corporation – Cost accounting – Woodlands Division Left to cherish her memories are her daughters Andrew Horton Ogburn (Maggie) of Greenville Kayla Leigh Turnage (Brent) of The Netherlands and Alyssa Faith Melton (Tyler) of Lugoff SC and several nieces and nephews of Maine she was predeceased by her late husband Richard Wallace Chase; and brothers 2025 at 4:30 pm at Lugoff First Baptist Church With burial to follow the service in Lugoff First Baptist Church Cemetery The family will be receiving friends one hour prior to the service at the church LUGOFF- A funeral service For Vera Lee Bennett at High Hill Baptist Church with burial to follow in the church cemetery The family will receive friends Tuesday from 5-7 pm at Powers Funeral Home was called home to be with the Lord on Monday She was a member of High Hill Baptist Church in Lugoff But above all else she enjoyed being with her family      Left to cherish her memories is her longtime companion Lugoff – A Funeral Service for Bennie Earl Watts with burial to follow in Pine Grove Baptist Church Cemetery The family will receive friends prior to the service from 1:30 – 2:30 p.m he was the son of the late Nick Watts and Julia Peake Watts    Bennie served his nation in the Air Force during the Korean War.  He was a member of Springvale Baptist Church as a member of the Building and Grounds Committee and many years as a member of the Baptismal Committee.  Bennie loved fishing and making his own lures to catch big bass His special topwater plug was called a “Badd Bennie.” He loved gardening and serving in the church.  Bennie traveled to Lynch Kentucky many years on mission trips doing construction work with the Kershaw Baptist Association.  He also made a stringed instrument     Bennie loved his family and time spent with them was always precious who understood the order of priority in life; “God     Surviving are his children; Kimberly O’Quinn (Fred) of Lugoff Amanda O’Quinn of Lugoff; 8 great-grandchildren; and a brother LUGOFF- A celebration of life service for Burl Ronald “Ron” Brinnon A green burial will take place prior to the service at 10:00 a.m The family will receive friends following the service at the church memorials may be made to The ALS Association or Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Brinnon was a member of Bethel Worship Center where he played saxophone with the worship team He also played with the Carl Payne Big Band.  He praised God daily for his family and friends and prayed for them also Ron shared his passion of music by playing and leaving a legacy as a writer in “You Did What?” his autobiography which he enjoyed writing and publishing with his editor     Surviving are his daughters Christina Lawrence (Virgil); grandchildren Loraine Melero (Tony) and Judy Trotta (Robert Stone) he was predeceased by a sister Annie Conti     The family extends a special thank you to Melissa and Roland for their care Stockman was a welder and Maintenance supervisor for Weylchem He enjoyed listening to all types of music looking at old car’s and going to the beach whenever he could The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home he was the son of the late Alexander and Marguerite McCumber Baker He enjoyed Shooting Pool at Racks and was a member of the APA Pool League specifically the Carolina Gamecocks and Coastal Carolina working on Cars and throwing the ball with Rein He was known for being a great cook and loved to Grill But above all else what he enjoyed most was being with his beloved family Left to cherish his memories is his wife of 25 years In addition to his parents he was predeceased by his brother at 2:00 pm at Powers Funeral Home in Lugoff LEXINGTON-Rachel left her earthly home to meet her Heavenly Father on the morning of January 20     She was the devoted wife of John Wayne Turner daughter of Hope and Dessie Turner.  She was the last surviving sibling of Felicia Eunice and Shirley.  She was the beloved mother of Connie Cook Daughter in love).  Her cherished grandchildren and Rachel.  She was called "Aunt Nanny" by her great grands Many nieces and nephews that she loved dearly     Rachel was a woman of many talents her green thumb and anything to do with a "needle and thread".  She could make any plant love her and she could grow anything.  Her talent with a needle and thread were legendary.  If she loved you you would be blessed with one of her many creations.       She was a longtime member of Harvest Baptist Church Lugoff.  After her move to Lexington she moved her membership to Calvary Baptist Church of W Main Street Lexington.  She was blessed with her church families and considered it an honor to be with her friends from both congregations who rallied around her and were a wonderful source of love and devotion     Her funeral will be at Harvest Baptist Church January 24th at 11:00 am officiated by Pastors Bill Delaney of Harvest Baptist and Steve Cummins of Calvary Baptist A lunch will be provided following the service in the Fellowship Hall A private burial of ashes will take place in Fort Jackson National Cemetery at a later date please make a contribution to Calvary Baptist in her memory     The family would like to thank all her friends and family for their outpouring of love and devotion to our Mama.  We are forever grateful to each of you.  To the angels at MSA Hospice your care and love and patience was the most wonderful thing for her final days.   Jesus said "There is more than enough room in my Father's home.  If this were not so would I have told you that I'm going to prepare a place for you?  When everything is ready I will come and get you so that you will always be with me where I am" A Midwestern real estate joint venture has purchased three warehouses constituting 80 percent of the available commercial space in Lugoff ahead of the opening of the Scout Motors in Blythewood A Midwest-based commercial real estate firm paid $25 million to buy up the majority of the available commercial space in Lugoff to rent out in anticipation of Scout Motors-driven growth LUGOFF — Two Midwest-based commercial real estate firms have bought the majority of the available commercial space in Lugoff in a deal fueled by the anticipated 2027 opening of the Scout Motors plant roughly 20 miles to the west in Blythewood and Chicago-based Blue Vista Capital Management LLC formed a joint venture to acquire the warehouse properties totaling almost 1 million square feet for $25 million involved three buildings on about 58 acres with heavy truck and rail access according to a statement from the commercial real estate firm Colliers No plans for potential tenants in the space have been made public The seller was INV Performance Surfaces LLC The 909,000-square-feet that was part of the deal represents 80 percent of the commercial space available in Lugoff The unincorporated Kershaw County community has a population of around 9,900 The largest of the three warehouses was one of only two in the Midlands with more than 500,000 square feet of continuous space Weston has acquired 60 tenants and 44 properties totaling over 7.5 million square feet across the Southeast in recent years The Lugoff deal is the latest market move in anticipation of the much-touted economic growth spawned by Scout Motors EV manufacturing plant under construction in Blythewood “The timing of acquiring these buildings could not be better with Scout Motors’ $2 billion manufacturing plant in Blythewood currently under construction,” Eileen McConville “The Lugoff properties are located less than 30 minutes from Scout Motors’ future facility and we are eager to see the growth in this central South Carolina region in the next few years as Scout begins operations,” McConville said Volkswagen-backed Scout received record incentives and infrastructure improvements from the state to build its $2 billion 1,100-acre manufacturing plant in Blythewood about half an hour’s drive north of Columbia The project promises to employ 4,000 workers and bring “transformative” spinoff development and economic benefits to the region Proponents have heralded future growth across Columbia since the landmark investment from the car manufacturer was announced but Scout representatives and local officials have said it will be hard to tell when that growth will begin Still, developers have built hundreds of new homes and businesses continue to sprout up in many suburbs north of Columbia not far from where the new plant is under construction The Scout plant will begin large-scale hiring in 2026 joining those already employed by the construction the plant will be able to crank out 200,000 vehicles a year growth and development for The Post and Courier-Columbia News tips: znicholson@postandcourier.com Subscription questions: subserve@postandcourier.com Your browser is out of date and potentially vulnerable to security risks.We recommend switching to one of the following browsers: son of the late Homer Dommel and Marian Podmore Dommel  He was the devoted husband of Nancy Sperry Dommel for 63 years Dick’s professional journey was spent with E.I He retired as a Research Fellow and later consulted with Mohawk Industries in Dalton His career was a testament to his commitment Dick poured his heart into competitive sailing With the help and support of his daughters and wife he won numerous East Coast National Championships aboard his beloved San Juan 21 “White Knuckles.” He was an active member of the Wateree Sailing Club and later the Columbia Sailing Club where he formed lifelong friendships and shared his love of racing with fellow enthusiasts.  As members of St the family would often attend the early Sunday morning services so the family could head to the sail club afterward to prepare for the Sunday races on Lake Wateree Richard Avery (Columbia); and his cherished grandsons and William Pierce Avery (Clemson University) sisters-in-law Darlene Dommel and Sally Sperry Lebeck Dick’s absence will be deeply felt by all who knew him and dedication will continue to inspire those closest to him and his memory will live on in the hearts of his family May their sails be filled with the winds of peace.  donations may be made to the Columbia Sailing Club Vancleef Junior Sailing Program or to the American Cancer Society Cassatt – Funeral service for Willie Joseph Hodge with burial to follow in Elmwood Cemetery in Columbia S.C.   The family will receive friends Monday Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society or St he was the son of the late Willie Joseph Hodge and Ethel Browder Hodge.  He retired as a MSGT from the United States Air Force where he served from 1955 until 1984.  He served in the Vietnam War.  While in the Air Force he received the Small Arms Expert Marksmanship Ribbon Air Force Commendation Medal and the National Defense Service Medal the American Legion and the KC Golden Club.  He enjoyed serving his church coffee club and working in his yard.  His most proudest moments in life were marrying his wife Debra;  becoming a father to seven wonderful children; and spending time and making memories with his family Muriel Schumpert of West Columbia and Catherine Senterfeit (Mike Kyzer) of West Columbia; 16 grandchildren; and numerous great-grandchildren.  He was predeceased by a grandson he was the son of Robert Lemmon and Janice Flossie Johnson Bullock.  A 1985 graduate of Lugoff-Elgin High School he received an associates degree from Trident Technical College in Charleston and a bachelor's degree from the American Academy of Art in Chicago He was a highly talented and accomplished artist that created fascinating and unique works of art that ranged from huge commercial murals to fine art paintings with a flair for the outdoors Scott’s art is well known throughout the United States and will live on forever.  He had a passion for plants and was a creative horticulturist It was his deep love for music and art that sent him on his journey to Chicago with showings throughout the city including fine art galleries and private viewings From there his heart lead him to New Orleans where he was able to continue to live out his God given talent.  he appreciated comic books and Star Trek which he continued to enjoy throughout his life Scott had an immense love for animals and always took time to help and rescue when able He was a kind and beautiful soul that touched so many lives His neighbors in New Orleans have nothing but great things to say about him and how he helped so many There will be a deep loss felt in his community.  Left to cherish his memory are his parents Nora Bullock of Lugoff and Nina Hodge (Jody) of Alcolu; nephew Robert Seth Harmon of Georgia; and his beloved friend A Celebration of Life for Scott will be held in the early Spring Details will be made available soon.  “Art is the expression of the artist’s overflowing soul” he was the son of Sue Barnett Baker and the late Peter Chester Hoskins winning numerous awards for Peoples Choice in Chili and second place for his ribs He had a passion for cooking and sharing with others He was known for his friendliness and social demeanor having many friends and family that he loved and enjoyed being around He will be truly missed by those friends and family he leaves behind Left to cherish his memories is his beloved wife of 29 years SC and Brandon Allen Tyler (Samantha) of Murrells Inlet The Family will remain briefly afterwards to visit with friends and family before leaving Flowers may be sent to the funeral home and/or donations may be made to Hope Lodge in Charleston https://raiseyourway.donordrive.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=donate.event&eventID=1210 Friends and family can view the service live at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RfgYnTV2Qzg Image: Kershaw County Sheriff’s Office (WOLO) — The Kershaw County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a high school student accused of carrying a firearm on school property just before 12 noon Tuesday a patrol deputy watched a driver drive through a stop sign at the intersection of Richardson Boulevard and Wildwood Lane in Lugoff identified at 18 year old Taylor Weston pulled the car into a back parking lot of the Lugoff-Elgin High School where he parked When deputies approached the vehicle they reported smelling a strong odor of marijuana coming from the car Although authorities say Weston told the deputy he was going to be late getting to his next class at 12:04pm During that search deputies say they discovered an unsecured loaded gun under the driver’s seat as well as THC Vapes in the center console and driver’s side door Officials say they have not obtained any information leading them to believe Weston intended to take the loaded weapon out of his car Lugoff – A funeral service for Evelyn Gaskins Reynolds at Powers Funeral Home with burial to follow in Quaker Cemetery memorials may be made to First Baptist Church she was a daughter of the late Owen Fred and Lillie White Gaskins Evelyn graduated from the University of S.C with a degree in education and subsequently attained a masters degree She spent her career in the public and private school systems of S.C and volunteered to tutor homeless children     Evelyn was a devoted and active member of First Baptist Church family and friends were the most important things in life for Evelyn was the center of her life and  received as much love as a son could have She cherished her Church friends and spoke highly of the support and love she received from them since joining Camden First Baptist Church in 1989     She is survived by her son LUGOFF- A funeral service for Tamara Nicole Shirey at Lugoff Church of God with burial to follow in Antioch Baptist Church Cemetery The family will receive friends prior to the service from 1-2 p.m     Nicole passed away on Wednesday she was the daughter of Carlos Larue Shirey and Tammy Thompson Marsh Nicole was raised in Lugoff Church of God and was a current member of Tabernacle Ministries in Great Falls She was a loving and caring person who enjoyed giving gifts She was a strong witness for her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ Nicole loved her children and her family.  A devoted sister she leaves behind her loving younger brother and unwavering support through life's joys and challenges They navigated life's ups and downs together always finding strength in each other.  Carlos “Cyle” Shirey II (Kelly); maternal grandmother She was predeceased by maternal grandfather  Lugoff – Funeral service for Karen D at Community Bible Church in Camden with burial to follow in the church cemetery.  The family will receive friends from 5:00-7:00 p.m she was the daughter of the late Stephen W McCaskill and Juanita Bevis McCaskill.  She was a security guard with Allied Universal at Invista in Lugoff.  She enjoyed gardening and working with flowers Elizabeth Ashley McCaskill (Reginald George); and niece LUGOFF – A funeral service for Katie Lee Rabon Pate at Springvale Baptist Church with burial to follow in the church cemetery memorials may be Springvale Baptist Church Cemetery Fund she was a daughter of the late Frank Rabon Pate attended El-Bethel Faith Community Church She was a Summary Court Judge and enjoyed music Pate was once a member of the gospel quartet She also enjoyed taking senior trips with Christian Tours     Surviving are her daughters Tonya Watts (Jacky) of Lugoff; grandchildren Sandra Hall (Bruce) of Lugoff; 7 great-grandchildren; and 5 great-great grandchildren she was a daughter of the late Timothy Elm spending time with her grandchildren; and was an avid Gamecock fan     Left to cherish her memories are her daughter Lugoff – A service to celebrate the life of Carol Branham Krier at Springvale Baptist Church with burial to follow in Lugoff First Baptist Church Cemetery.  Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at the church.   Memorials may be made to Springvale Baptist Church Krier passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday She was a member of Springvale Baptist Church where she formerly sang in the choir.  She enjoyed reading Cheryl Branham and Deryl Snowden.  She was predeceased by brothers James Tillman Branham and Grady Richard Branham; and sister (WACH) — Kershaw County authorities are officially calling Monday night's shooting that killed 40-year-old Kevin Sutton and his 22-year-old nephew Tasheed a double murder Now they’re trying to find the teens they said did it to turn themselves in," said Kershaw County Lee Boan Boan said they were able to identify the suspects quickly and he wants to hear their side of the story “The night of the shooting we were out processing the scene gathering information and we had a lot of support and good tips from the public," said Boan The shooting happened Monday night around 5:30 at the Lexington Grand Apartments in Lugoff Authorities said video footage shows 19-year-old Bobby Stuckey and 18-year-old Jamiyan Blair having an argument with the victims that turned deadly Sheriff Boan said one of the suspects lived at the apartment complex and the night of the shooting the two victims drove into the neighborhood and walked up to them Boan said because Blair and Stuckey aren’t cooperating they had to issue warrants for their arrest "When you choose to discharge a weapon you don't have to talk to law enforcement but we have a job we have to do," said Boan Deputies are still trying to determine why the argument happened and want to find the two men they said pulled the trigger she was the daughter of the late Ben Roberts Fuller was a lab technician with DuPont before retiring in 2005 But above all else she enjoyed being with her grandchildren She was a member of the American Legion Post 17 Auxiliary Left to cherish her memories is her husband of 32 years at 10:30 am at Powers Funeral Home in Lugoff SC with burial to follow in Fort Jackson National Cemetery 2025 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at the funeral home The Pastor Joe Stines and  Ronnie Stroud will officiate In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to South Carolina Heart Association in honor of Mrs she was the daughter of Thomas Worth and Cheryl Tyndall Smith She enjoyed traveling and spending time with her family     Surviving are her parents Thomas and Cheryl Smith of Lugoff; brothers She was predeceased by paternal grandmother     A public viewing will be held Wednesday from 3-5 p.m A graveside service will be held in Jackson Family Cemetery in Clinton Butler Funeral Home is assisting the family with N.C memorials may be made to Give Kids The World Village A celebration of life service for Charlie Pate with burial to follow inTimrod Baptist Church Cemetery The family will receive friends prior to the service from 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m Charlie died peacefully at home on October 14 and entered into the glorious realm of Heaven He was welcomed with open arms by our Lord Jesus Christ Charlie was born at home in upper rural Kershaw County grandsons Andrew Pate (Monica) and William Pate; two brothers Keith Joel Pate and Cecil Morris Pate.  Charlie retired from Dupont and was a member of the S He was a dedicated member of Lugoff First Baptist Church and served as a deacon and treasurer for many years He thoroughly enjoyed all the time he and Libby spent camping all across the United States and Canada He really cherished the times he spent with his grandsons and extended family The family would like to extend special heartfelt thanks to Amedisys Hospice of Sumter Suzanne and Karen for their expert care and compassion for Charlie please make memorial contributions to the Building Fund of Lugoff First Baptist Church LUGOFF- A  celebration of life service for William Edward Campbell The family will receive friends prior to the service from 2-3 pm at the church memorials may be made to Pine Grove Baptist Church he was a son of the late Willie and Reola Dowey Campbell Campbell was a member of Pine Grove Baptist Church     Surviving are his wife of 26 years Lugoff – A service to celebrate the life of Anita Y 2025 at 12:00 pm at The Church In the Lord Jesus Christ with burial to follow in Greenlawn Memorial Gardens in Columbia SC.  The family will receive friends one hour prior at the church Anita passed away at home surrounded by her family on Wednesday Anita enjoyed watching old TV sitcoms (especially Good Times) and listening to music She was a ray of sunshine in our lives and her hugs left everyone feeling uplifted and loved Her humor was effortless and brightened everyone she encountered Surviving are her sisters; Diane Wright (Alton) husband of 58 years to the late Cynthia Lou Myers Miller he was the son of the late John Burton Miller and Hope Violet Holmgren Miller Miller was an alumnus of Wake Forest University and served in the United States Army where he was a 1st Lieutenant He retired as a New York Life insurance agent after 44 years.  He enjoyed working in his yard (mainly having a fire) He kept up with current politics and had no problem voicing his opinion – his alter ego was “Super Republican!” In his earlier years he enjoyed playing racquetball and he kept an active lifestyle as long as possible He coached his son Dan and friends in different sports Papa Great enjoyed teaching some of his great-grands to play chess and he enjoyed time with all the grands and great-grands Don was proud to be a Demon Deacon and encouraged most every young person he met to attend Wake Forest University.  While we know Cynthia is happy to have Don with her again we’re pretty sure she wanted to know why he arrived early Left to cherish his memory are his daughter she was the daughter of the late Frank and Marie Johnson She worked in the Custodial Department for Kershaw County School District She was a long time member of Greater Faith and Joy Church in Lugoff She was a great and loyal servant to the Lord and whatever the church needed She received numerous awards from Kershaw County School District for Best Custodian Left to cherish her memories is her daughter Johnny Johnson (Birdie) and Ruby Andrew (Castro); 1 great grandson; special friends Thomas Canty and Happy Fitzgerald; and numerous nieces A funeral service honoring the life of Mrs 2024 at 2:00 pm at Greater Faith and Joy Church in Lugoff With burial to follow services in Cedar Cemetery in Camden – Jackie Keith Counts passed away peacefully at his home on Monday He was the son of the late Mary Counts Jefferson and was also reared by his grandmother and he loved both of them with all his heart He was educated in the Kershaw County School System He was a United States marine veteran and was a member of Mt He was a construction worker and traveled out of state working with his uncle Joe He retired as an over-the-road truck driver Yvonne Smith; a host of cousins that looked to him as uncle David Seigler, John Goodwin and Annetta Grant Special thanks to Crescent Hospice for the great service With burial to follow in the church cemetery The family will be receiving friends Friday from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm at Powers Funeral Home in Lugoff Keener was a computer programming manager for Blue Cross Blue Shield before retiring in December of 2017 He was also a member of the Bee Keeping Club and he proudly served in the United States Airforce     Left to cherish his memories are his wife of 38 years Susan Keener; children Erik Keener and Heidi Keener; his mother     A funeral service will be held Sunday 2025 at 6:30 pm at Powers Funeral Home in Lugoff The family will be receiving family and friends prior to the service from 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm at the funeral home Angela Marshall will be officiating.In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to The International Myeloma Foundation https://fundraise.myeloma.org/give/523296/#!/donation/checkout A private burial with full military honors will take place in Fort Jackson National Cemetery at a later date.  Camden – A service to celebrate the life of Charles Thomas “Tommy” Hammond with burial to follow in Beulah Christian Church Cemetery.  The family will receive friends Thursday memorials may be made to the Shriners Hospital for Children in Greenville 2025 at Prisma Health Richland.  Born in Camden he was the son of the late Jesse Holland Hammond and Sarah Moseley Hammond.  He received a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from The University of South Carolina and retired from the South Carolina Department of Transportation after 42 years where he was the Residence Maintenance Engineer of Kershaw County Hammond was a member of Kershaw Lodge #29 and the Knights Temple and York Rite.  He coached baseball for Camden High School and the American Legion Post 17 from 1981-1988.  He was an avid Gamecock fan and enjoyed hunting and fishing.  He was the founding member of C.T and Benjamin Holland Hammond (Laura) of Jacksonville Marshall Delmer Munn (Angela) of Camden and Dwayne Bradley Munn (Christine) of Lugoff; 12 grandchildren; and 8 great-grandchildren.  He was predeceased by a grandson She was the daughter of the late Felder Poston and Jessie Mae Poston She was a member of New Hope Baptist Church Her greatest joy came from spending time with and taking care of her family Ashley Parker (Wesley); 5 great-grandchildren She was predeceased by her loving husband of 63 years Jimmie Monroe Hyman; brothers Hubert Poston The family would like to thank McLeod Hospice for the love A memorial service honoring the life of Ms The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service An inurnment will be held in Fort Jackson National Cemetery on Tuesday The Kershaw County Coroner's Office has identified the two men shot and killed on Monday afternoon Coroner David West has identified the men as 40-year-old Kevin Sutton and 22-year-old Tasheed Sutton Kevin and Tasheed were killed during a shooting at the Lexington Grand Apartments on Roy Truesdale road in Lugoff the suspects responsible for pulling the trigger are still on the run Investigators believe the two men got out of a car around 5:30 Monday evening an altercation occurred with the people inside Sheriff Lee Boan that they were further along in their investigation than they thought they'd be thanks to tips they've gotten Camden – Funeral service for Regina Darnell Truesdale Burton with burial to follow in Quaker Cemetery.  The Rev Burch Kelley will officiate.  The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.  passed away at MUSC Charleston.  Born in Camden she was the daughter of the late Billy Ray Truesdale and Iris Vincent Coffman.  She retired from the Kershaw County School District and was a member of First Church of Nazarene in Camden.  She enjoyed fishing.  Mrs Burton’s greatest joy in life was loving and caring for her grandson Zady Robert Burton (Heather) of Camden; grandson Shirley Branham Jackson passed away on Saturday she was the daughter of the late James Croxton Branham and Ruby Lee Fagan Branham    She is survived by her son Willis “Cricket” Arledge (Christine); granddaughters he was a son of the late Henry and Maria Rolfes Brand retired from General Motors as a supervisor in the Tool and Die department In his younger years he enjoyed playing soccer and grew to be a handyman who enjoyed tinkering and woodworking N.J.; daughter Renate “Renay” James of Lugoff; grandchildren Werner Brand (Carole) and Manfred Litwinowicz she was the daughter of Linda Jones Parnell and the late Joey Ellis Parnell.  She was a loving mother who cherished the time spent with her family.  Rebecca was a talented artist who enjoyed drawing and Cole Lane Cunningham of Lugoff; mother Luke Parnell of Lugoff and Joshua Parnell of Lugoff Services will be held at a later date.