WRIGHT, Lillie
Lillie Ratliff Wright, 89, of Moncks Corner, formerly of Johns Island, and owner of Wrights Groceries, died Thursday at her home. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Monday in Carolina Memorial Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Live Oak Memorial Gardens. Born in Shelby Gap, Kentucky, she was the daughter of Wick Ratliff and Eura Belcher Ratliff. Mrs. Wright was the widow of Robert Wright.
Survivors include a daughter, Bobbie Jo Bihlear of Moncks Corner; sisters, Icy Mae Bauach and Mary Bates both of James Island; a brother, Leon Ratliff of Summerville; three grandchildren, John F. Bihlear, Jr. of Bonneau, James A. Bihlear of Goose Creek and Joyce L. Gooch of Moncks Corner; 12 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren. The family will receive friends from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.
Arrangements by CAROLINA MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 7113 Rivers Avenue, North Charleston, S.C.
ATTAWAY, Dorothy
BEAUFORT, S.C. - Dorothy F. Lindsey Attaway, 75, died Wednesday, January 10, at Bay View Nursing Center. Funeral services will be 2 p.m., Saturday, January 12, at the Baptist Church of Beaufort with interment in St. Helena's Episcopal Cemetery. The family will receive friends Friday evening from 6 until 8 at COPELAND FUNERAL HOME.
Mrs. Attaway was born March 4, 1926, in Jacksonville, Fla., the daughter of Margaret Davis Lindsey and Homer E. Lindsey. She grew up in St. Augustine, Fla., where she graduated from Ketterlinus High School in 1944. That same year, she married Herbert Bailey Attaway, Jr., of Beaufort, S.C., while he was in the U.S. Coast Guard stationed in St. Augustine. In 1954, they moved to Lake City, Fla., where they made their home for 45 years. She was a member and teacher of the Charlity Sunday School class. In 1999, they moved to Beaufort, where she resided at Eden Gardens Assisted Living.
Surviving include her husband of 57 years, Herbert Attaway of Beaufort; two daughters, Dorothy Patricia Attaway and Melissa Susan Attaway, both of Beaufort, and three grandchildren of Orange Park, Fla.
The family suggests that memorial contributions be made to the Alzheimer's Disease Foundation, 919 North Michigan Ave., Suite 1100, Chicago, Ill., 60611, or Alzheimer's Support Group, P.O. Box 1514, Beaufort, S.C. 29901.
COPELAND FUNERAL HOME IS IN CHARGE.
GRAHAM, Delores
The relatives and friends of Ms. Delores Graham and of her adopted father, Mr. James Graham, children, William Graham, Maurice Graham (Stephanie), Antonio Graham Aiken (Shelia), James "Snook" Graham (Wanda Anderson), Travis Graham, and Lakesha Graham (James Aiken), grandchildren, cousins, are invited to attend her funeral services on Saturday afternoon, January 12, 2002, at 2:30 p.m. in Mount Carmel U.M. Church, 95 Cooper St., Charleston, S.C. The Rev. Warren Murdock, pastor, with Inhumation following in Brown Memorial Cemetery, Charleston, S.C. Friends may call in the chapel at Harleston-Boags, Inc., from 3 until 8 p.m., Friday, January 11, 2002. A quiet hour with family members will be observed from 7 until 8 p.m. and after at 124-D North Romney St., Charleston, S.C. Arrangements are announced by HARLESTON-BOAGS FUNERAL HOME, INC., 121 Calhoun St., Charleston, S.C. Phone (843) 723-3066.
ANCRUM, Lemuel
With regret, we inform you Mr. Lemuel Ancrum of 128 Summer Place Lane, Summerville, S.C., entered into eternal rest on Thursday, January 10, 2002. The beloved husband of Mrs. Maggie West Ancrum; the beloved father of Mr. Joseph Ancrum, and Mrs. Mattie A. Young (Laurie) both of Summerville, S.C.; the beloved grandfather of Mrs. Kimberly A. Scott (Williemon), Ms. Patricia A. Young, both of Summerville, S.C., and Mr. Negorie Jones of New York, N.Y.; the beloved brother of Mr. Ezekiel Ancrum (Dorothy) of Ridgeville, S.C. The family will receive friends at 125 Old Beach Hill Road, Ridgeville, S.C. Funeral notice will be announced later. Arrangements are being made by AIKEN-CAPERS FUNERAL HOME. Phone 873-2310.
SINGLETON, William
Entered into eternal rest on Wednesday evening, January 9, 2002, Mr. William Singleton. Residence, 31 Nunan St., Charleston, S.C. The beloved husband of Mrs. Lauralee Singleton, the devoted father of Mrs. Barbara McNeely (Reginald) of Holly Hill, S.C., the grandfather of Mr. Reginald J. and Ms. Ieisha R. McNeely, the sister of Mrs. Hester Marion of Charleston, S.C.
W.M. SMITH-MCNEAL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2 Radcliffe St., Charleston, S.C., will announce the funeral services (843) 722-3676, 1-800-924-5659, or e-mail memorial messages at wmsbmc2@aol.com.
LAWTON, Mary
Relatives and friends of Ms. Mary (Mame) Lawton those of her sisters, Ms. Henrietta Lawton, Mrs. Florence (Rose) Fields and Mrs. Susan (Mary) Scott (James), her brothers, Mr. Theodore Heyward (Earnestine), Mr. Guy Lawton and Mr. Julian F. Heyward (Sharon) are invited to attend her going-home services, Saturday, January 12, 2002, 1 p.m., in Emmanuel Baptist Church, 1440 Folly Road, James Island, S.C. Rev. H. Champaingn officiating. Friends may visit today between 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. at the Mortuary, no wake service. Remains to the church, 12 noon, Saturday. Interment, Payne Memorial Gardens, Grimball Road. Arrangements by PASLEY'S MORTUARY, 1115 5th Ave., Maryville, 571-2300.
CAUSEY, James
Dr. James Benjamin Causey, 63, of 621 Hampton St., in Walterboro, died Thursday, in a Charleston hospital after an extended illness.
Dr. Causey was born in Furman (Hampton County), September 22, 1938, a son of the late Malcolm Lander Causey and Martha Ann Jenkins Causey. Dr. Causey served as a physician in Estill for over 20 years, moving to Walterboro in 1990 and continuing his family practice. He received his B.A. degree from Emory University, and graduated from the Medical School at the Medical University of South Carolina where he served his internship and medical residency. He was a member of the Phi Ro Sigma Medical Fraternity, the Sigma Ki Social Fraternity at Emory University, the American Academy of Family Physicians, and the Colleton County Medical Society. He was a Vietnam Veteran serving as a Captain in the 1st Battalion, 77th Field Artillery, 1st Air Calvary Division, serving as Battalion Surgeon. He received the Bronze Star, Army Commendation Medal, Overseas Service Ribbon, and the Vietnam Campaign Ribbon. He was a Board Member of Patrick Henry Academy for many years, and a member of the St. Judes Episcopal Church in Walterboro. Dr. Causey had been director of the Hampton County EMS and was past Chief of Staff at Hampton General Hospital. Dr. Causey will always be remembered by his many friends and patients as a true gentleman who gave unsparingly of his time and many talents, to others. He was an exceptional doctor to his patients as well as being a kind and gentle friend to everyone that he encountered.
Surviving are, his wife, Julia Peeples Causey of Walterboro; son and daughter-in-law, Drs. Charles Allen and Paren Re' Causey of Florence; daughter and son-in-law, Rebecca Causey and James Lawrence Best of Columbia; daughter, Rachael Louise Causey of Charleston; sister and brother-in-law, Alice Camille and J. Lee Murphy of Furman; and one granddaughter, Rebecca O'Neal Best of Columbia. Dr. Causey was pre-deceased in death by a son, James Benjamin Causey, Jr., and a brother, Malcolm Lander Causey.
Funeral services will be 11 a.m., Saturday, in the St. Judes Episcopal Church in Walterboro, conducted by the Rev. James Barton Lewis, with burial in the Lawtonville Cemetery in Estill, directed by PEEPLES-RHODEN FUNERAL HOME IN HAMPTON. Friends may call at the residence at 621 Hampton Street in Walterboro, from 6 to 8 p.m., Friday, and Saturday morning until the hour of services.
The family suggests that those who wish may send memorials to the St. Judes Episcopal Church, 907 Wichman St., Walterboro, S.C. 29488, or the Lawtonville Cemetery Association, 50 East Railroad Avenue North, Estill, S.C. 29918.
RICHTER, Walter
Entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, January 9, 2002, Walter Carl "Buddy" Richter, husband of Kathleen Setzer Richter. Residence, North Charleston, S.C. The relatives and friends of Mr. and Mrs. Walter Carl Richter are invited to attend the funeral services of the former of J. HENRY STUHR, INC., GREENRIDGE ROAD CHAPEL, Saturday, January 12, 2002, at 2 o'clock. Interment, Plantation Memorial Gardens. Friends may call at Stuhr's Greenridge Chapel, Friday evening from 6 until 8 o'clock.
Mr. Richter was born in Charleston, S.C., on June 29, 1940, the son of the late Rexford LeRoy and Louise Baumgart Richter. He served in the U.S. Navy and was a professional guitarist and a local business owner. He was a member of the musicians union. He was a Lutheran.
Surviving are his wife of North Charleston, S.C., two sons, Jon Scott Richter, of North Augusta, S.C., and Walter Carl "B.J." Richter of Charleston, S.C., two daughters, Janet Louise Fechter, of Statesboro, Ga., and Sandra Kay Hoyt of Lakeland, Fla., two step-sons, Timothy Lawton Risher and Sean T. Risher, both of Summerville, S.C., one step-daughter, Michele Clark of Charleston, S.C., two brothers, Charles Richard Richter of Wadamalaw, S.C., and Kenneth L. Richter of Hanahan, S.C., two sisters, Carol Joy Dasher, Greenwood, S.C., and Mara-Lyn Richter Ryan of North Charleston, S.C., and eight grandchildren.
In lieu of memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, Charleston County Unit, 267 Calhoun St., Charleston, S.C.
MCGOWEN, George
Entered into eternal rest on the morning of January 9, 2002, George N. McGowen, husband of Evelyn McGowen. Residence, Orange Park, Fla. The relatives and friends of Mr. and Mrs. George N. McGowen are invited to attend the cryptside funeral services of the former, Saturday morning, January 12, 2002, in Live Oak Memorial Gardens at 11 o'clock.
Mr. McGowen was born in Hattiesburg, Miss., a son of Robert B. McGowen, Sr., and Lula Roby McGowen. He was a retired USAF M/Sgt. with 30 years service. He was a member of Fellowship Lodge No. 400, A.F.M. and a Baptist.
Surviving are his wife, Evelyn McGowen of Orange Park, Fla.; a daughter, Evelyn A. Orneiaz; a half-sister, Nancy Perkins and three grandchildren.
Arrangements by J. HENRY STUHR, INC., WEST ASHLEY CHAPEL.
BARBER, Melvin
Melvin E. "Bud" Barber, 79, died on the morning of January 8, 2002, in Mount Pleasant, S.C. The funeral service, with full military honors, will be at the graveside in Arlington National Cemetery at 3 o'clock, Thursday, January 31, 2002. His nephew, the Rev. Douglas Meister will officiate. Arrangements were made at J. HENRY STUHR, INC., MT. PLEASANT CHAPEL.
Bud was born in Mansfield, Ohio, on June 8, 1922, the son of Fay and Helen Oglesbee Barber. A graduate of Madison High School, he excelled in football and still holds the school record for longest interception.
During World War II, he served in the 44th Tank Battalion. He landed with the first troops in Leyte and his tank battalion was one of the first to reach the prison camp to free the survivors of the Bataan death march. He was awarded the Bronze Star for bravery in the fighting and received a battlefield commission.
After the war he remained in the Army reserves retiring after 26 years with the rank of Major. At the time of his retirement, he was commander of an ordinance group in Marion, Ohio. He had also led the 865th Engineering Group prior to his last assignment.
Bud attended the Ohio State University. He retired as general superintendent of the Mansfield Asphalt Paving Co. after 40 years service. He was a past president of the County Association of Ohio Contractors. He served as a Richland County Central Committeeman and was active in the Ohio Democratic Party. He was a member of the First Christian Church in Mansfield and was a 32 degree Mason at Mansfield Lodge #35 AM and the Canton Ohio Shrine and a member of the American Legion. Upon his retirement in 1993 he moved to Florida and later moved to Charleston, S.C., in 1995.
Major Barber is survived by his wife, Norma Howell Barber with whom he celebrated their 56th wedding anniversary on Christmas Eve. He is also survived by his son and daughter-in-law, Brad and Helen Barber of Columbus, Ohio, his daughter and son-in-law, Marta and George Bott of New Orleans, and Dr. Mickey Barber and her spouse, Dr. Mark Segal of Charleston, S.C. His five grandchildren, Brandt and Benjamin Barber, Chloe Bott, Cameron and Lindsay Segal also survive. He is also survived by his sister, Evadene O'Brien of Butler, Pa., and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Madeline Meister.
Memorials are suggested to John Ancrum SPCA, 3861 Leeds Ave., Charleston, S.C. 29405.
CORLEY, Ethel
The relatives and friends of Ethel Biezunski Corley, widow of James E. Corley, are invited to attend her funeral services in Advent Lutheran Church, Saturday, January 12, 2002 at 11 o'clock. Interment will follow in Carolina Memorial Gardens. Friends may call at J. HENRY STUHR, INC., NORTH AREA CHAPEL, 2119 Dorchester Road, this Friday evening from 5 until 7 o'clock.
Memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Association, 2711 Middleburg Drive, Suite 205, Columbia, S.C. 29204 or to the Alzheimer's Association, Coastal Carolina S.C. Chapter, Charleston, S.C. 29416-0459.
WILBURN, F.C.
The family of F.C. "Buster" Wilburn will receive friends Saturday, January 12, 2002, from 12 to 2:30 p.m. in J. HENRY STUHR, INC., DOWNTOWN CHAPEL. Mr. Wilburn died Sunday, January 6, 2002. Funeral services will be held at the graveside in Riverview Memorial Park, Saturday at 3 o'clock.
For over 40 years, Mr. Wilburn was the owner of the Home Appliance Service Co. and an antique shop on 190 King St. He served in the U.S. Army in W.W.II in the European Theatre.
His wife Caroline Utsey Wilburn predeceased Mr. Wilburn. He is survived by the following: two daughters and sons-in-law, Faye Davis and her husband Holt, of Marietta, Ga.; Carol Chaffin and her husband Harry of Snellville, Ga.; one brother, William C. Wilburn of Kings Creek, S.C.; granddaughters and spouses, Traci Rogers and her husband Michael, Caren Meitz and her husband Jon; grandson, Geoffrey Chaffin; three granddaughters, Aimee Chaffin, Allison and Meredith Davis and great-grandson, Cooper Meitz.
Those wishing to may make contributions to either the American Heart Association of S.C., 409 King St., Suite #300, Charleston, S.C. 29403, or the American Cancer Society, 5900 Core Road, St. #504, North Charleston, S.C. 29406.
FRAYER, Charles
The relatives and friends of Mr. Charles Eugene Frayer, those of his wife, Mrs. Frances Frayer, his children, Sandra and Derrick Frayer, his parents the late Deacon Isaiah and Eunice Frayer, sisters, Mrs. Delores Hill, Mrs. Earline Boyd (Willie), Mrs. Louise Bennett (Bruce), Mrs. Rose Kimble, Ms. Ruby Frayer, and adopted sister, Ms. Gloria Calloway, nieces and nephews are invited to attend his funeral service Saturday, 12:00 Noon at Mt. Olive Baptist Church, 2416 Meeting Street, North Charleston, Rev. Willis Glover, Pastor. Friends may call FIELDING HOME FOR FUNERALS, NORTH CHARLESTON 744-2545 OR 1-800-290-5954. The remains will be in the Church Saturday morning at 11:00 A.M. Interment, Sunset Memorial Gardens.
McCANTS, Rosa
Entered into eternal rest Wednesday, January 9, 2002 Mrs. Rosa McCants beloved wife of Mr. Curtis McCants, mother of Mrs. Gwendolyn Darby (Jerome), Ms. Debra Robinson, Miss Faith McCants and Lisa Thomas, messrs. Tony (Angela), Gregory, Douglas, Darryl McCants, and adopted son, Kenneth Sanders. Late residence 358-B Dorchester Manor Blvd., North Charleston, SC. Friends may call FIELDING HOME FOR FUNERALS NORTH CHARLESTON 744-2545 OR 1-800-290-5954. Funeral Notice Later.
HILLS, Allen
Entered into eternal rest on the afternoon of January 7, 2002, Henry Alan Hills, 60, of Columbia, SC, owner of State Vinyl and Aluminum Company. The relatives and friends are invited to attend his memorial service at 4 o'clock, Friday, in Essex Village Church of Christ, 736 Savage Road, West Ashley. Arrangements by J. HENRY STUHR, INC., DOWNTOWN CHAPEL.
Alan is survived by his mother, Miranda Ott Avinger of Charleston, SC; 3 Sons: Robert Hills of Myrtle Beach, SC Eric Hills of Austin, TX, and Jeff Hills of Tampa, FL.; and 4 grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials to a charity of your choice or to Essex Village Church of Christ, 736 Savage Road, Charleston, SC 29414.
FORREST, Annie
The relatives and friends of Ms. Annie Mae "Lela" Forrest and those of her son, Mr. Gernett Forrest (Marjorie), grandchildren, Garnett B. Forrest II, Adriene F. Mitchell (Preston), Shaniqua Forrest, Motisola A. Forrest, Shon G. Forrest and Nicole M. Forrest, sister, Ms. Annie "Maggie" Forrest, nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends are invited to attend her funeral services Saturday, January 12, 2002, 12 Noon at Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, 3302 Bonanza Road (Savannah Highway), Charleston, SC. Interment: Annivesta Baptist Church Cemetery, Highway 162 at Baptist Hill Road, Hollywood, SC. Brother Brian Mishler, officiating. Remains will lie in state at Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses on Saturday from 11 AM until the hour of service. family will be receiving friends this evening (Friday) at Walker's Mortuary from 7-8 PM. Arrangements by WALKER'S MORTUARY "Chapel of Peace" 3407 Old Pond Road, John's Island, S.C. Phone 559-0341.
FORESTER, Annie
Relatives and friends of Mrs. Annie B. Forester of Jersey City, N.J.; the beloved mother of Mr. Clifton "Sam" Ravenell of Cross, S.C.; the beloved sister of Mrs. Evelyn Simmons of Baltimore, Md.; the beloved sister-in-law of Mrs. Louise F. "Blossom" Jones of 1564 Spring Plain Rd., Cross, S.C., where the family will receive friends, are invited to attend her funeral services on Monday, January 14, 2002 at 1:00 p.m. at Zion U.M. Church, Cross, S.C. Interment: Walnut Grove Cemetery, Eutawville, S.C.SCOTT'S MORTUARY in charge of arrangements.
PRESIDENT, Harold
Relatives and friends of Rev. Harold "Bub" President of Cross, S.C., the beloved father Mrs. Pauline P. Yarde of Palm Coast, Fla., Mrs. Betty P. Brown of Lexington, S.C., Mrs. Ruby P. Rodriquez of Conyers, Ga., Mrs. Carrie P. Smith of Tarrytown, N.Y. and Mr. Warren President of Great Falls, Mass., the beloved brother of Mr. Jacob President and Mr. Joseph President both of Moncks Corner, S.C. are invited to attend his funeral services on Sunday, January 13, 2002, 2:30 p.m. at Zion U.M. Church, Cross, S.C.Remains will repose at the church on Saturday evening from 6-9 p.m. Family will receive friends and fraternities from 6-7 p.m. Interment: Zion Cemetery, Cross, S.C. SCOTT'S MORTUARY in charge of arrangements.
PHILLIPS, Myra
Myra Dorothy Phillips, 89, died Saturday, January 12, 2002 at her home. Born November 19, 1912 in Savannah, Ga. she was the daughter of Richard Dole and Mamie Deason (nee Hankinson). A graduate of Ways, Ga. High School and MUSC School of Nursing Mrs. Deason worked at both Roper and St. Francis hospitals before retiring. She was a member of MUSC Golden Grads and volunteered at Roper and St. Francis hospitals. Her husbands Morris A. Murphy and Alva James Phillips, and brother Walter Deason preceded her in death. She is survived by two sons: Morris Andrew Murphy, Charleston, S.C. and Michael J. Murphy, Des Plaines, Ill.; brother Robert Deason, Jacksonville, Fla.; sister Julia Deason Witt, Tybee Island, Ga.; two grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m. Tuesday, January 15, 2002, at St. Peter's Episcopal Church, 1393 Miles Drive, date and time to be announced, with interment to follow at St. Lawrence Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. on Monday, January 14, 2002 at MCALISTER-SMITH FUNERAL HOME, DOWNTOWN CHAPEL, 150 Wentworth Street.
LINEN, Eugene
The relatives and friends of Mr. Eugene Linen and of his children, Mr. Willie Green and Mr. Benjamin Green, his siblings, Judge Leroy Linen (Kerrie), Mr. John L. Linen, (Ilene) and Mr. Ernest Linen, Jr., nieces, nephews, cousins are invited to attend his funeral services on Monday afternoon January 14, 2002 at 1:30 p.m. in New Jerusalem A.M.E. Church, Bears Bluff Rd., Wadmalaw Island, S.C. The Rev. Lawrence Gordon, pastor, with inhumation following in the church cemetery. Friends may call in the chapel at HARLESTON-BOAGS, INC., on Sunday afternoon, January 13, 2002 from 4 until 7 p.m. There will be no family hour. Arrangements are announced by HARLESTON-BOAGS FUNERAL HOME, INC., 121 Calhoun St., (Downtown) Charleston, S.C. Phone (843) 723-3066.
