All Obituaries

Miss Anna Elaina Rush departed this life on November 23, 2020 at her residence after a brief illness. She was born on May 12, 1988 in Orangeburg County.  Anna was the daughter of Mrs. Anna Lois Felder and the late Mr. Wesley Felder. She attended the public schools of Orangeburg County and was a 2008 graduate of Orangeburg-Wilkinson High School.  Whenever she was able to, Anna attended Mt. Zion Baptist Church of Bowman, SC.  Anna loved listening to music, watching BET,...

Mr. Gregory “Gregg” Brooks Lee, son of the late Landy Lee Jr. and Mary C. Brooks Lee was born July 25, 1968 in Orangeburg County, South Carolina. He attended the public schools of Orangeburg County and was a graduate of Hunter-Kinard-Tyler High School Class of 1986. At an early age he joined Busy Pond Baptist Church where he was a well-known member. He was also a member of The United States Army National Guard and The Bull Swap Masonic Lodge #312 of Orangeburg, South...

Trey Sentell Gadson was born on May 16,1996 in Orangeburg, SC. He departed his life on November 21,2020. Trey Sentell Gadson attended Edisto High School. He was employed by Koyo Coropration, Husqvarna, and KFC. Trey enjoyed hanging out with his friends,dancing and spending time with his nephew.  Trey was preceded in death by his grandfather: Mr. Ernest Lee, and great grandparents: Deacon James Wright, Sr. and Mrs. Carrie Wright. Trey leaves behind to cherish his memories: his loving...

Ruth Hubbard Robinson, loving mother, aunt, friend, and community leader, crossed over from this earthly life on November 21, 2020. She was born September 18, 1926 in the Jamison community of Orangeburg County, South Carolina, a daughter of the late Charles Harrison Hubbard and Sarah Hook Hubbard. She was married to the late John Samuel Robinson who entered eternal rest on August 22, 1996.  Ruth received her early education at Zion School in the Jamison community and at Claflin College...

Chester Arthur Ray, Jr., lovingly known as “Chet”, of Columbia, South Carolina, was called to be with the Lord on November 18, 2020.   He was born in Orangeburg, SC on December 1, 1959 to Vivian McMillan Ray and the late Chester A. Ray, Sr.  Chester’s parents taught him to love God, work hard, and value education. He gave his life to the Lord at a young age and was an active member of New Mount Zion Baptist Church. He participated in Sunday School and was a...

Mrs. Mary was born on October 7, 1927 to the late Mr. William and Davita Spell of Orangeburg County. She departed this life on November12,2020. She was preceded in death by her husband the late Louis Simpson and seven children;Louis Simpson, Jr, Clarence Simpson, Earthel Boneparte, Nathaniel Simpson, Odell Simpson, Louise Simpson, and CatheyThomas. Ms. Mary attended the public schools of Rowesville and was a long time member of Hickory Grove Baptist...

Thelma B. James, the daughter of the late Mrs. Hailey J. Bonaparte and Mr. Raysor Bonaparte, of Elloree, South Carolina was called to eternal rest on Wednesday, November 11, 2020 at her home, after a brief illness.  Mrs. Thelma James was born in Elloree, South Carolina on December 14, 1926. Mrs. James was a graduate of Elloree high school. Mrs. James was married to the late Mr. Hercules James, Sr. for over fifty years. To that union were born seven children. The family resided in...

John “Moot” Ryant, the son of the late Wayrod “Babe” Ryant and Nancy “Hun” Johnson Ryant wasborn on April 11, 1952 in Norway, South Carolina. “Moot” was called from labor to reward on Wednesday. November 11, 2020 at the Regional Medical Center of Orangeburg, South Carolina following a brief illness. At an early age he joined Canaan United Methodist Church in Cope, South Carolina where he attended faithfully until his health...

Master Chase Jarue White (Peanut)” was born along with his twin on May 3, 2012 in Charleston, SC. He departed his life on Wednesday, November 11. 2020.  Master Chase attended CDLC and Felton Laboratory Charter School, where he was an honor student. He enjoyed playing video games with his brother, basketball, football and playing with Nerf guns.  Master Chase was proceeded in death by his maternal grandmother, Mrs. Bobbie Jean Ford.  Master Chase leaves behind to...

Antonio Leon Singleton “AJ”  was born on April 16, 2002 in Orangeburg County to Mrs. Cindy Myers-Simmons and the late  Antonio Jermaine Singleton. He was called into eternal rest Monday, November 9, 2020.   AJ, as he was affectionately called, attended the public schools of Richland County in Columbia, SC, and graduated from Spring Valley High School with the Class of 2020. While in high school, he ran track with the Blythewood Blasters Track and Field Club,...