KNIGHT, B. Way
Benjamin Way Knight, 89, of Moncks Corner, a retired pulp preparation supervisor with Westvaco, died Sunday at a Charleston hospital.
The funeral will be at 11 a.m., Wednesday, at the First Christian Church of Moncks Corner. Burial, directed by RUSSELL FUNERAL CHAPEL, will be in St. John's Baptist Church Cemetery.
Mr. Knight was born October 25, 1912, in Ridgeville, S.C., a son of Paul W. Knight and Martha Vaughn Knight. He was a former Moncks Corner Town Council Member. He was a member and trustee of the First Christian Church of Moncks Corner.
Surviving are his wife, Norma Ruth Jones Knight of Moncks Corner; three sons, B.W. "Bud" Knight, Jr., of Savannah, Ga.; Danny Knight of Mt. Pleasant; Larry Knight of Summerville; sister, Caryl Louise Rodgers of Walterboro; seven grandchildren; two great-grandchildren.
Friends may call at RUSSELL FUNERAL CHAPEL, Moncks Corner, from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m., Tuesday evening. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the First Christian Church of Moncks Corner Building Fund, 1504 Highway 52, Moncks Corner, S.C. 29461.
MARTIN, JR., Ralph
Entered into eternal rest on the morning of November 18, 2001, Ralph Franklin Martin, Jr., residence, Mount Pleasant, S.C. The relatives and friends are invite to attend his funeral services at the graveside in Old St. Andrew's Parish Episcopal Churchyard, Wednesday, at 11 o'clock. Friends may call at J. HENRY STUHR, INC., DOWNTOWN CHAPEL, Tuesday, between 6 and 8 o'clock.
Mr. Martin was born January 15, 1944, in Florence, S.C., the son of Ralph Franklin Martin and Margaret Chaplin Martin. He was a retired attorney and a member of Old St. Andrew's Parish Episcopal Church. He served with the U.S. Air Force. He was a graduate of the University of Georgia and the University of Georgia School of Law.
He is survived by a daughter, Kathleen M. Rodwell of Folly Beach, S.C., three grandchildren, Evan T. Rodwell, Shelby K. Rodwell and Ansley E. Rodwell; one sister, Eugenia M. Benson of Charleston, S.C., and a special friend, Patricia Canfield Ackerman.
Memorials may be made to the Old St. Andrew's Parish Episcopal Church, 2604 Ashley River Road, Charleston, S.C. 29414.
RODGERS, Robert
Entered into eternal rest on the morning of November 19, 2001, Robert Blair Rogers. Residence, James Island, S.C. The relatives and friends of Robert Blair Rodgers are invited to attend his graveside funeral services in St. James Episcopal Churchyard, Wednesday afternoon, November 21, 2001, at 2 o'clock. Arrangements by J. HENRY STUHR, INC., DOWNTOWN CHAPEL.
James Island and Charleston lost a friend today in the passing of R. Blair Rodgers. Mr. Rodgers and his family operated the F.S. Rodgers Landscape and Nursery on James Island for over 50 years. The azaleas and camellias they raised continue to adorn landscapes on James Island and downtown Charleston. Mr. Rodgers was dedicated to the well being and care-giving of family members throughout his years and particularly during hard times.
Surviving are one son, John J. Mikell of James Island, S.C.; one daughter, Kitsy M. Wise of James Island, S.C.; two brothers, Jimmy Rodgers of Winston-Salem, N.C., and Jack Rodgers of Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio; two sisters, Margaret Madsen of Johns Island, S.C., and Frances Korstad of Durham, N.C.; two grandsons, Kelly Wise and Danny Mikell; two granddaughters, Amy Taylor and Becky McKee; two great-grandchildren, all of James Island, S.C.; many nieces and nephews.
WATSON, JR., William
Colonel William Ready Watson, Jr., U.S. Army, Ret., 74, husband of Dolly N. Watson of Mt. Pleasant, died after a prolonged illness on the evening of Sunday, November 18, 2001. The funeral service will be Wednesday, November 21, 2001, at 12 noon, at the graveside, Magnolia Cemetery, Charleston, with full military honors. Friends may call at J. HENRY STUHR, INC., MT. PLEASANT CHAPEL, this evening (Tuesday) from 6:00 until 7:30 p.m.
Col. Watson was born November 17, 1927, in Henderson, N.C., the son of William R. and Natalie Kammer Watson. He was a graduate of Charleston High School and a 1948 graduate of the Citadel. He was a member of the Charleston Citadel Club and the Brigadier Club. He served 28 years in the U.S. Army in both Artillery and Aviation divisions. His tours of duty include Korea, Salzburg, Austria, and Vietnam. Awarded medals include, Legion of Merit, Bronze Star, Air Defense Medal, Meritorious Service Medal and Army Commendation Medal. He retired in 1975.
An avid golfer, he was a former co-owner of "The Golf Shack" in Mt. Pleasant. He was a longtime member of Snee Farm Golf Club and Men's Golf Association.
Col. Watson is survived by his wife, Dolly Norfleet Watson, his daughter and son-in-law, Robin (Mark) Watson Levy; his sons and daughters-in-law, William R. (Joan) Watson, III, of Granville, Ill., Robert N. (Darlene) Watson of Elon, N.C., and Richard A. (Janet) Watson of Burlington, N.C. His sister, Dorothy V. Watson of Charleston. Ten grandchildren and two great-grandchildren also survive. Treasured by all who knew him, we were honored to have been loved, fathered and befriended by him.
Memorials are suggested to be donated to the American Cancer Society, 5900 Core Road, Suite 504, North Charleston, S.C. 29406.
RIDGEWAY, Hazel
Entered into eternal rest on the afternoon of November 19, 2001 Hazel Dyson Ridgeway, wife of John William Ridgeway. Residence, North Charleston, SC. The relatives and friends of Mr. & Mrs. John W. Ridgeway are invited to attend the funeral services of the latter, Wednesday, November 21, 2001, in Cokesbury United Methodist Church at a time to be announced. Interment, Greenlawn Cemetery, Walterboro, SC. Friends may call at J. HENRY STUHR, INC., NORTH AREA CHAPEL, 2119 DORCHESTER ROAD this (Tuesday) evening between six and eight o'clock.
MOORE, Zadder
The relatives and friends of Mrs. Zadder Samuels Moore and those of her husband the late Mr. Frank Moore, those of her daughter Mrs. Francis White, those of her grandchildren Mr. Terrence A. White of Charleston, SC, Mr. Willington E. White III (Juliet) of Orangeburg, SC, Mr. Darrell B. White (Beverly) Charleston, SC, Mr. Kenneth A. White of Orangeburg, SC, and Mr. Francis E. White (Jozette) of Charlotte, NC, nieces, nephews, and cousins are invited to attend her Home-Going Service on Wednesday, November 21, 2001, 11:30 at Wesley United Methodist Church, Summerville. Interment, HillCrest Cemetery, Summerville. Viewing and Visitation with the family will be this evening from 7-8 PM at the church. Arrangement has been made by the AIKEN-CAPERS FUNERAL HOME.
GATCH, Perry
Entered into eternal rest Saturday evening, November 17, 2001, Perry Jonathan Gatch husband of Ruth Elizabeth Bailey Gatch, residence, North Charleston, SC. The relatives and friends of Mr. and Mrs. Perry J. Gatch are invited to attend the funeral services of the former Tuesday, November 20, 2001, in the Citadel Square Baptist Church at one o'clock. Entombment, Magnolia Cemetery.
Mr. Gatch was born in Gloverville, SC, August 26, 1912, the son of Allen Joseph Gatch and Annie Lee Hill Gatch. He was an electrical engineer for the United Piece Dye Works until his retirement. He was a member of the Citadel Square Baptist Church, and a 32 degree Scottish Rite Mason, Chicora Lodge #366. He was a member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local #776 for over 60 years.
Surviving are his wife of North Charleston, SC; two sons, James Bailey Gatch of Charleston, SC, Perry Jonathan Gatch, Jr. of North Huntingdon, PA; one daughter, Cheryl Gatch McLaurin of Charleston, SC; two sisters, Ethel Addison of New York, NY, and Ann Dowdy of North Charleston, SC; seven grandchildren, Terri Sowers of North Huntingdon, PA, Barry E. McLaurin, III of Marietta, GA, Lorree Gatch of Charlotte, NC, Annette Harris of North Huntingdon, PA, P.J. Gatch, III of Boston, Massachusetts, and Elizabeth Uptegrove of Springboro, Ohio; and six great grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Citadel Square Baptist Church, 328 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC 29403, or the Alzheimers's Association, Coastal Carolina Chapter, PO Box 80459, Charleston, SC 29416.
Arrangements by J. HENRY STUHR, INC., NORTH AREA CHAPEL.
McKENNA, Lectry
Entered into eternal rest on the morning of November 19, 2001, Lectry Russell McKenna, widow of William Walter McKenna. Residence, Goose Creek, South Carolina. The relatives and friends are invited to attend her funeral services at J. HENRY STUHR, INC., GREENRIDGE ROAD CHAPEL, Wednesday afternoon, November 21, 2001, at Two o'clock. Interment will follow in Carolina Memorial Gardens. Friends may call at the funeral chapel Wednesday afternoon from One o'clock until time of service.
Mrs. McKenna was born May 25, 1915 in Orangeburg County, South Carolina, the daughter of Julius Russell and Beula Driggers Russell. She attended the Cathedral of Praise Church.
Surviving are two sons, John Weatherford of North Charleston, SC and Robert Weatherford of Walterboro, SC; two daughters, Carolyn Hughes of Goose Creek, SC and Thelma Nelson of North Charleston, SC; sixteen grandchildren, six great grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren.
NUSSMAN, Ozella
Ozella Campbell Nussman, 79, of North Charleston, a volunteer with the Lutheran Service Center, died Monday in a local nursing facility. Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Wednesday in CAROLINA MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME. Burial will follow in Carolina Memorial Gardens. Born in Gastonia, N.C., she was the daughter of Otto Campbell and Fannie Misenheimer Campbell. Mrs. Nussman was a member of Messiah Lutheran Church. She was the widow of Harry M. Nussman.
Survivors include a daughter, Sharon Cooper of Goose Creek; sons, Stephen Nussman of Summerville and Harry Nussman, Jr. of Cottageville; a sister, Ruth Eidson of Salisbury, N.C.; six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
The family will receive friends from 7:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. Tuesday at the Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to Messiah Lutheran Church or to the Lutheran Service Center.
Arrangements by CAROLINA MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME 7113 RIVERS AVENUE NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C.
CANNON, Sr., James
The relatives and friends of Mr. and Mrs. James Alton Cannon, Sr., are invited to attend the funeral services of the former in Cherokee Place United Methodist Church, Tuesday afternoon, November 20, 2001, at 2 o'clock. Interment, Carolina Memorial Gardens.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Cherokee Place United Methodist Church, 2105 Cosgrove Ave., Charleston, S.C. 29405, or Hospice of Charleston, 3896 Leeds Ave., North Charleston, S.C. 29405.
Arrangements by J. HENRY STUHR, INC., NORTH AREA CHAPEL.
BRIDGES, Tommy
The relatives and friends of Mr. Tommy Bridges are invited to attend his memorial service, Tuesday, November 20, 2001, at 11 a.m., in J. HENRY STUHR, INC., MOUNT PLEASANT CHAPEL at 11:00 o'clock.
Flowers accepted or memorials may be made to American Diabetes Association, 2711 Middleburg Drive, Suite 205, Columbia, SC 29204.
BRIDGES, Tommy
ETIWAN LODGE NO.95 A.F.M.: THE OFFICERS AND MEMBERS are invited to attend the Memorial Service of our late life member, Tommy Y. Bridges in J. HENRY STUHR, INC., MOUNT PLEASANT CHAPEL, Tuesday, November 20, 2001 at 11:00 o'clock.
By Order Of:
Henry F. Fishburne, W.M.
George R. Leighton, P.M., Secty.
LEE, Lavern
Homegoing services for Mrs. Lavern Lee, 49 of 605 Crestwood Drive, Summerville, SC will be held in Oak Grove Baptist Church, 5285 Rivers Ave., N. Chas., SC on Wednesday, November 21, 2001 at 12 Noon. Rev. George W. Fields, Pastor/Eulogist. Rev. Mark Robinson, Presiding. Interment: Sunset Memorial Gardens, N.Chas.
Mrs. Lee is the beloved wife of Mr. James Lee, the beloved mother of Miss Brandi Lee of Charlotte, NC., and Mrs. Deadra Garcia (George) of Rota Spain. The beloved sister of Mr. Benjamin Harkley, Jr. (Rita) of Derby, Conn., Mr. Alfred Harkley (Claire) of Queens, NY., Ms. Betty and Linda Harkley of North Charleston, SC. There are many other relatives and friends whose lives were touched by the beautiful Christian Life of Lavern.
Visitation with the family on this Tuesday evening from 7-8 pm in THE CHAPEL OF THE MINISTRY OF RIVERS FUNERAL HOME, 421 Redbank Rd., Goose Creek, SC. Friends may call after 3 pm., Tuesday, Nov. 20, 2001 at the PARLOR for viewing.
Remains to the church on Wednesday one hour prior to services.
SHERRER, Maria
Maria Roels Sherrer, 77, of Charleston, died Sunday, November 18, 2001 at a local nursing center. She was born in Antwerp, Belgium and has been a longtime Charleston resident. She was a member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church. Maria is survived by her husband of 49 years, Louis Sherrer, a son, Jimmy Sherrer of Charleston, two daughters, Betty Ann Scott of Charleston, Linda Myzell of Ridgeville and five grandchildren, Ryan Sherrer, Tracy Scott, Ashley Sherrer, Alex and Lauren Kirby. Family and friends are invited to her visitation on Tuesday, 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. with a Vigil Service beginning at 6PM at McALISTER-SMITH FUNERAL HOME, DOWNTOWN CHAPEL 150 Wentworth St. A Liturgy of Christian Burial will be held 10:00AM, Wednesday at St. Joseph's Catholic Church with burial in Live Oak Memorial Gardens. McALISTER-SMITH FUNERAL HOME is serving the Sherrer family.
SIMMONS, Richard
Entered into eternal rest on Sunday, November 18, 2001, Mr. Richard Simmons, residence, 1-A Drake Street Charleston, SC, the husband of Mrs. Elizabeth "Lizzie" Simmons, The father of, Ms. Sally Simmons, Ms. Blondell Simmons, Ms. Carolyn Simmons, Mr. Herbert Simmons, Ms. Mary Simmons, Ms. Jacqueline Simmons, Mr. Jessie Simmons and Mr. Richard Simmons, Jr. the brother of Mrs. Eva Baxter, Mr. Horace Simmons, other sisters and brothers and the late Mr. Oliver Manigault, a dear family friend, Mrs. Elizabeth Sanders, a special friend, Mrs. Rose Edwards.
The family will be receiving friends at 659 Meeting Street Charleston, SC the home of Mrs. Elizabeth Sanders.
W.M. SMITH-MCNEAL FUNERAL HOME, INC 2 Radcliffe Street Charleston, SC will announce the Funeral Services. (843) 722-3676, 1/800-924-5659 or E-mail memorial messages at wmsbmc2@aol.com
MATHIS, Carnice
Entered into eternal rest on the evening of November 19, 2001, Carnice "Connie" Sims Mathis, widow of Paul Turner Mathis. Residence, Charleston, South Carolina. The relatives and friends are invited to attend her funeral services in J. HENRY STUHR, INC., GREENRIDGE ROAD CHAPEL, Saturday morning, November 24, 2001 at 10 o'clock. Interment, Carolina Memorial Gardens. Friends may call at STUHR'S GREENRIDGE ROAD CHAPEL Friday evening, November 23, 2001, between 6 and 8 o'clock. Flowers accepted or memorial may be made to the American Diabetes Association, 2724 Wade Hampton Blvd., Suite E, Greenville, SC 29615.
Mrs. Mathis was born November 15, 1924 in Lineville, Alabama, the daughter of Coston and Ora Mae Harris Sims. Mrs. Mathis was a member of Northside Baptist Church and a homemaker.
Surviving are two daughters, Nancy M. Crain of Saint Marys, GA., Sheila M. Caldwell of Jacksonville, NC.; six sons, Richard T. Mathis of Jacksonville, NC, Melvin A. Mathis of Goose Creek, SC, Craig J. Mathis of Charleston, SC, Jerry Dale Mathis of North Charleston, SC, Paul Steven Mathis of Saint Marys, GA. and Phillip G. Mathis of North Charleston, SC; a sister, Ilar Mae Bishop of Alabama; two brothers, Russell Sims and Joe Sims both of Alabama and eleven grandchildren.
KENNETH, Margaret
Entered into eternal rest on the evening of Monday, November 19, 2001, Mrs. Margaret Reid Kenneth. Formerly of Edisto Island, SC. Residence, Bronx, NY. She was the devoted mother of Ms. Julie White and Mr. Herbert Barron (Sandra all of New York City).
W.M. SMITH-MCNEAL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2 Radcliffe St., Charleston, SC will announce funeral services. 722-3676 or 1-800-924-5659 or you may e-mail a memorial messages at Wmsbmc2@aol.com.
LAFAYETTE, Mary Jane
Entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, November 20, 2001, Mrs. Mary Jane (Dollen) Lafayette, beloved wife of Mr. Leon Alonzo LaFayette, mother of Dec. Tony McNeil (Pastor Sonia), Leona V. Spear, Alonzo L. LaFayette, Jr. (Emma), Evang. Veronica McCoy (Alvin) and Barney A. LaFayette (Rabina), sister of Mrs. Charlotte Smalls, Mrs. Albertha Deas (James) and Mr. Robert Gilliard (Susan), sister-in-law of Mrs. Rosa Lee Walker (James), Ms. Louise Truesdale, Ms. Mary Green, Mrs. Martha Johnson, Ms. Daisy Chavis and Mr. Joseph LaFayette. Late residence, 2138 Shrimp Rd., James Island, SC. Funeral notice later. Friends may call at PASLEY'S MORTUARY, 115 5th Ave., Maryville, 571-2300.
RIZER, Gary
BENNETTS POINT - Mr. George Gary Rizer, III, 55, of 14995 Bennetts Point Road, died Monday. Graveside services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday at Glendale Memorial Cemetery with Rev. Gerald Mabry officiating and directed by the BRICE W. HERNDON AND SONS FUNERAL HOME.
Mr. Rizer was born in Columbia, a son of Ottie Lee "Totsy" Ramsey Rizer and the late George Gary Rizer, Jr. He was an employee with Emcompass Technologies, a member of the SC National Guard, a Mason and a member of the Green Pond Fire Department.
Surviving in addition to his mother of Walterboro are his wife, Mickie Robertson Rizer, sons, Derrick Rizer of Warrior, Alabama, DeWayne Rizer and David Rizer, both of Bennetts Point, and Chris Rizer of Maine, a daughter, Sherri Rizer of Atlanta, Georgia, a sister, Ruth Rizer of Walterboro, a brother, Homer Rizer of Bennetts Point, and two grandchildren. He was predeceased by a brother, Allen Rizer.
SMYLY, Eugene
RUFFIN - Eugene W. Smyly, 85, a retired welder at Charleston Naval Shipyard, died Tuesday at a local Charleston hospital.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday at the Chapel of the FRED PARKER FUNERAL HOME, conducted by Rev. Ed Stiltz and Rev. David Cox. Interment will be in Greenlawn Memorial Gardens.
Mr. Smyly was born January 10, 1916 in Ruffin, a son of the late Charles Stephens Smyly and Phoebie Williams Smyly. He was a member of St. Johns United Methodist Church and a former member of the official board. He was past worshipful master of Bells Masonic Lodge #236 A.F.M. and had recently received his 60 year pin. He was an Army veteran of World War II, having served in Italy and Austria. He was the recipient of the Purple Heart and Bronze Star.
Surviving are his wife, Mary G. Smyly of Ruffin; two daughters, Gloria S. Valentine of Ruffin and Donna S. Myrick of Ulmer; a brother, Richard Smyly of Barnwell; three sisters, Lenora S. Keegan and Phoebie S. Phillips both of Walterboro and Shirley S. Lawhon of the Isle of Palms, five grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
Visitation will be held Thursday evening from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m.
Memorials may be made to St. Johns United Methodist Church, Ruffin, SC.
FRYE, SR., Howard
The relatives and friends of Master Sgt. Howard F. Frye, Sr., US Air Force, Ret., of Bonneau, SC, are invited to attend his funeral services, 11:00 AM this Wednesday morning, Nov. 21, 2001, at the Graveside in the Bonneau Baptist Cemetery. Interment will follow. Directed by DIAL-MURRAY FUNERAL HOME, MONCKS CORNER.
SHAW, JR., Cupid
The relatives and friends of Mr. Cupid Shaw, Jr, those of his daughter, Amy S. Bannister (Vincent), parents, Rev. C.C. Shaw and Mrs. Anna Lee P. Shaw, sisters, Linda Harrison (Rev. J.P.), Connie S. Dallas, Chandrekah Smith (Alphonso), Lessley Shuler (Herbert), Ann, Angela and Nicole Shaw, brothers, James (Louise), Jerome, Leon, Hershal (Janice) and Sidney Shaw (Brenda) and other relatives are invited to attend his funeral services, Today Wednesday, November 21, 2001, 12 Noon in St. James AME Church, Wando, SC. Remains to the church 11:AM. Interment, Mt. Pleasant Memorial Gardens.
Arrangements by PASLEY'S MORTUARY, 1115 5TH Ave., Maryville, 571-2300.
COAXUM, Louise
Entered into eternal rest on the evening of Monday, November 19, 2001, Mrs. Louise Steed "Lou" Coaxum. Residence 7175 Hwy. 17, North Awendaw, S.C. She was the widow of Mr. Charles Clayton Coaxum. She was the devoted mother of Ms. Alberta Steed, Mr. Richard Steed (Elviria), Ms. Patricia Coaxum, Ms. Diane Coaxum and Mrs. Tonya Singleton (Isaac). The late Ms. Viola Steed, Ms. Catherine Coaxum and Mr. Vincent "Skipper" Steed. The adopted mother of Mrs. Alvenia Frazier (Eddie), Mrs. Sarah Ann Drayton, Mr. Isaiah Manigault (Cristina), Mr. Charles Manigault, Mr. Harold Steed (Nancy), Ms. Barbara Green, Ms. Vermateen Mitchell and Mr. Bobbie Steed. The loving sister of Mrs. Bernice Coaxum, W.M. SMITH-MCNEAL, Awendaw Chapel, 4129 Hwy. 17 North, Awendaw, S.C. Will announce funeral service. 881-4920 or 1-800-924-5659. Or you may e-mail a memorial messages at wmsbmc2@aol.com.
