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On National Grief Awareness Day, we come together to support and validate those who are grieving. Loss affects us all differently, but together, we can provide empathy and understanding to those navigating their grief journey.

Donald R Hazelwood, 94, of Lexington, South Carolina passed away on Monday, August 26, 2024.

Visitation will be Friday, August 30, 2024 at 10:00AM at Thompson Funeral Home at Greenlawn Memorial Park, 845 Leesburg Road, Columbia, SC 29209. Funeral Services will be held at 11:00AM following the visitation, with the pastor for Senior adults and Congregational Care, Dan Williams of Lexington Baptist Church, officiating. Burial will immediately follow at Greenlawn Memorial Park, 845 Leesburg Road, Columbia, SC 29209 at 12:00 Noon. Arrangements are by Thompson Funeral Home.

Don was born in Alabama to the late Austin E. and Nettie Lou Hazelwood on October 31, 1929. He was married to Marguerite G Hazelwood for 71 years. Don was a career soldier, retiring after 26 years and became an instructor at Midlands Technical College for over 20 years before retiring for a second time. He enjoyed traveling with his wife and spending time with his children and grandchildren. He loved the Lord and served as a Deacon and devoted member of his church for most of his adult life.

Don was preceded in death by his loving wife, Marguerite, his parents and his sister. He is survived by his two daughters, Donna Hazelwood Deeder (Ron) and Belinda Hazelwood Sells (Lloyd); as well as five grandchildren, Cherri D Stasney, Ronald R Deeder, Jr., Amanda S Phipps (Todd), Shanna S. Fell (Jason) and Joshua L Deeder (Ashley). He is also survived by great-grandchildren, Eva Lynn Deeder, Thomas Reeves Deeder, Kendall Riley Fell, John Joseph Stasney, Ashton Luke Deeder, Chessi Isabelle Stasney and Ethan Rhame Fell.

Pallbearers will be Ronald R Deeder, Sr., Lloyd D Sells, Ronald R Deeder, Jr., Joshua L Deeder, Jason R. Fell and Todd A. Phipps.

The family of Don Hazelwood extends a very gracious thank you to his church family at Lexington Baptist Church for all the love, Prayers and support that you gave him. Your visits and cards meant so much to him.

In lieu of flowers, Memorials may be given to Samaritan's purse.

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Pets become members of the family and losing one can be very painful. August 28th is known as Rainbow Bridge Remembrance Day, which is a day dedicated to remembering the furry friends that we have loved and lost. If you have ever had a beloved pet pass away, please share a photo of them and their story in the comments so we can celebrate their life today and keep the memories with them alive. 🌈 🐾🩷

Thank you for dropping by to say Hi to us at the COMMUNITY EXPO AND CAREER FAIR hosted by The Greater CWC Chamber and Visitor Programs.

JOIN US TOMORROW: 🔸🔹COMMUNITY EXPO AND CAREER FAIR hosted by The Greater CWC Chamber and Visitor Programs 🔸🔹

📍Location: Stone River, 121 Alexander Rd,West Columbia, SC
📆Date: August 21st (Wednesday)
⌚️Time: 10am to 1 pm

You don’t know what you don’t know and the Chamber wants to invite you to a free event showcasing the great things our community has to offer. From services provided by your local business community, to tourism programs and activities in the area. City organizations will be present as well so you can learn more about what is happening in your community, see how you can get involved, and so much more! We will have over 40 exhibitors with us and look forward to seeing you there!
All participating businesses with current openings will be offering information on job opportunities.

Check out more available jobs on the Greater CWC Job Board. https://business.cwcchamber.com/cwcjobs

Thank you to City of Cayce and City of West Columbia, SC for their support!

Sponsors: House of Raeford Farms , Security Federal Bank, Caughman-Harman Funeral Home - West Columbia
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina Prisma Health Butch Wallace Insurance Agency


Lexington County Sheriff's Department The Phillips Market CenterBuWa digital Liz Portee State Farm Insurance Cayce Historical Museum Langley Pointe Apartments West Columbia Police Department Lexington School District Four Paul MItchell The School Lexington Riverbanks Zoo and Garden The Miles Agency: Allstate Insurance Level Up Healthcare Academy, LLC LifeTime Insurance Agency Lexington Regional Rehabilitation Hospital Prisma Health Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit Union Beckett Financial Group Thompson Funeral Homes Kay Plumbing, Heating & Cooling Security Federal Bank Butch Wallace Insurance Agency Caughman-Harman Funeral Home - West Columbia Chapel Lexington 2 Innovation Center

We want to give a great big shout-out to our FABULOUS Coffee and Conversation group! This dynamic group of single seniors celebrated their 8-year anniversary this month. Massive thanks as well to Cayce United Methodist Church, who has supplied a warm and welcoming meeting space these past eight years! We thank you all so very much!
If you know anyone age 55 or older who is single (widowed, divorced, etc.) and who would like to join a fun and active group, send them our way! For more information, call Robin at 803-996-1023.

Harold Lee Larimore passed away on August 15, 2024, in his home surrounded by family and friends. Lee was born to Harold and Nancy Larimore, Sr. in Brittons Neck, SC. Lee was preceded in death by his father, Harold Larimore, Sr.

Lee is survived by his wife, Denise Larimore; his sons, David R.
Goodner, John A. Goodner, and Whelan B. Epperson: mother, Nancy Larimore; and younger brother, Kenny W. Larimore.

As a youth, Lee enjoyed baseball. He graduated from Airport High School in 1986, where he enjoyed body shop class. Later in life, he worked in the family business where he never met a heating and air conditioning unit he could not diagnose. Lee was always willing to lend a helping hand to his family and his friends.

One of the things Lee enjoyed most was spending time with his family in Myrtle Beach, SC. He loved outdoor sports: fishing, boating and NASCAR racing.

Thompson Funeral Home in Lexington, SC is handling the funeral arrangements. Visitation with the family will be held at West Side Baptist Church on Monday, August 19, 2024, at 2:00 pm, followed by the funeral service at 3:00 pm. The interment will take place at West Side Baptist Church Cemetery.

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Susan Junkin Griggs went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday evening, August 13th.

Susan Junkin was born in Lamar County, Alabama on November 30, 1930. She was the daughter of Benjamin Manley Junkin and Dovie Henderson Junkin and grew up on a farm in Ethelsville, Alabama.

Susan was predeceased by her parents, Ben and Dovie Junkin; husband, J. W. (Bill) Griggs; sisters, Mildred Patterson, Peggy Hoover, Pearl Travis; and brother, Rev. Samuel Mason Junkin.

Susan is survived by three children, Sarah G. Mantell (son-in-law, Ralph Mantell), Carol G. Fleeger (son-in-law Glen Fleeger), Billy Griggs (daughter-in-law Carrie Griggs). Susan was blessed with five grandchildren, Erika Scott (husband Matt), Angela Wyatt (husband Craig) , Mary Ann Frazee (husband Russell), Steven Griggs (wife Stefania) and Kevin Griggs (wife Marley) and three great grandchildren, Savanna Scott, Jake Wyatt and Sloane Wyatt and will be blessed with a 4th great grandson in November.

Visitation will be at Springdale Baptist Church on Monday, August 19th from 10:00-10:45 am and the funeral will be from 11:00-12:00 pm. Burial will be at Woodridge Memorial Park.

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In lieu of flowers, the family request that donations be made to Springdale Baptist Church.

Carolyn Hallman Brazell, 82, of Columbia, South Carolina, passed away August 11, 2024, at her home in Columbia, South Carolina. She was born on February 17, 1942, in Eastover, South Carolina to Hilda (Hallman) Hutto and Sidney Reynolds. She was raised by her stepfather, Cecil Hutto and her grandparents, William and Nettie Hallman.

Carolyn was a devoted wife, mother, sister and amazing worker. She cared for her son Paul “Glen” Brazzell, Jr., teaching him independence, self-assurance and confidence. When she was not with her family, Carolyn worked in many different fields. She started in retail, working her way up from floor assistant to General and Interim manager for Stuarts Dress Shop. Following her retail career, Carolyn spent many years working for the state and state government in many facets including the Highway Department, LRADAC or the Lexington Richland Alcohol, Drug Abuse Council as well as DAODAS, Department of Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Service. Carolyn was also selected to be on the Governers Task Force for Emergency Management. When she was not working, she enjoyed trips to the beach with family, cross stitching, gardening and cooking. She was strong in her faith, a devout follower of Jesus Christ and was an active member with the Living Church of God. Her kind and wise demeanor will be missed by those she loved and those that loved her.

Carolyn is survived by her son, Paul Glen Brazell, Jr.; sisters, Linda Hite, Vicki Sosbee, Ruthie Hutto; a brother, David Hallman; and one uncle, Charles “Buck” Hallman.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 48 years, Paul Glen Brazell; a sister, Kaye H. Jordan; and her beloved fur baby Rocky, her Tibetan Spaniel.

A graveside funeral service will be at Olympia Cemetery, 511 Granby Lane, Columbia, SC 29201, on Friday, August 16, 2024, at 3:00PM. Pallbearers will be her nephews and nieces. Memorials may be made to the charity of one’s choice.

The Family would like to extend a special thanks to the staff at Prisma Heart Hospital and the Prisma Hospice Staff for their kind and compassionate care for the last seven months.

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Julia was born on October 15, 1977 and immediately made her presence known. She then proceeded to be a loving daughter of her parents, Mary Lou and John Huffman. Her physical beauty grew through the years only to be surpassed by the presence of her great soul. Truly, she was a Child of God up to the moment she passed at the Prisma Health Richland County Emergency Room on August 10, 2024. Julie fought for life bravely and relentlessly to the very end. She did not go quietly into that good night.

After being graduated with honors from Airport High School, she attended USC earning a Bachelor’s degree in Media Arts and a Masters in Mass Communications and Journalism. While in graduate school she had her own column in the Free-Times, entitled Resa-Pea, reviewing local restaurants. She was employed by several professional businesses before entering State service with the S. C. Department of Agriculture’s Peach Council. Most recently, she was the Beneficiary Communications Coordinator of the S. C. Lottery and Education Commission. Julia was a story collector and photographer at the Lottery Claims Center and drew numbers on the nightly draw on TV making her the face of the Lottery! She also starred in Crafting With Julie on Facebook and YouTube using voided lottery tickets to fashion animals, a guitar, Palmetto trees – you name it.

Julia was recently awarded the Powers Award by the North American Lottery Industry for her outstanding abilities and service. She valued her friendships that she made at the Lottery. We are grateful to her many friends at the Lottery who lifted her up in so many ways before and after her passing. A special thank you to Holli Armstrong for her frequent phone calls, many cards, visits and gifts.

Her civic duties and love of the City of West Columbia included serving for 4 years on the Planning Commission. One year she held the post of Vice-Chair. She then served for 8 years on the Board of Zoning Appeals.

Her interests were many including painting, gardening, decorating, and collecting art of many kinds, especially Japanese Unico figures and pins. She loved unicorns and plush toys and her dogs, the last of which were Cairn Terriers, Frodo and Bilbo. Her musical interests were as varied as her voracious reading with a great love of movie and theater theme scores, ballet, and opera.

She leaves behind her parents John and Mary Lou Harris Huffman, her brother, James, his wife Ying and her two Nephews Preston James Huffman and Pierce Kai Huffman. Her brother and his family reside in Mooresville, NC.

Julia’s family expresses their gratitude for the outstanding medical care afforded her by Dr. Meleigh Groff of the Lexington Family Practice on Platt Springs Road. Her family also notes the professionalism and duty of care afforded her by the staff of the Prisma Health Richland Hospital’s Emergency Room in Columbia as she departed this life. She knew not pain or fear as she departed to enter God’s great city.

Julia, you will be loved and missed always…

A memorial service will be held at Thompsons Funeral Home, 4720 Augusta Road, Lexington on Saturday, August 24, 2024, with visitation at 2:00 pm followed by the service at 3.00. If you would like, please wear Julie’s happy colors of spring and summer.

Flowers would be appreciated because she loved them so much. Sightler’s Florist in West Columbia is recommended.

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David Martin Houck of Durham, NC, was born in Easley, SC to David and Darlene Houck. He passed unexpectedly on July 30th, 2024 at the age of 41.David started his career in networking while attending Midlands Technical College and continued on into network security at Cisco. He furthered his education and earned his bachelor's degree at Champlain College. Always eager to learn and work on the latest technologies, he excelled in his career, going on to become an author and a mentor to others. David was passionate about Harley Davidson motorcycles and has owned several bikes over the past two decades. He has taken trips all across the country, visiting parks, rallies, and friends along the way. He served as director of Bull City HOG Chapter 4040 where he made many friends and served his community. He also ran his own website, Riding Secure, where he spoke about motorcycle safety, network security and raised money for charity. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his brother, Kevin (Carrie) Houck of Lexington, SC, and three nieces, Leighann, Katie, and Emily Houck. He is also survived by his best friend, Julianna Houck, as well as his two cats, Kurt and Oswald. He is predeceased by his grandparents, Melvin and Joann Houck, and Joe and Juanita Merck, as well as aunts, Elayne Chastain and Valerie Merck, and uncles, Preston Merck and Daniel Houck. A service will be held to celebrate David's life at Greenlawn Memorial Park, 845 Leesburg Rd, Columbia, SC on Monday, August 12th, with visitation at noon and a service afterward at 1:00. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to Food Bank of Central & Eastern North Carolina.

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With heavy hearts the Cassidy family announce the passing of their beloved father, brother, son, uncle and friend Melton Lee Cassidy. Lee’s sudden passing comes with great surprise and sorrow as he peacefully passed in his hometown on August 2, 2024

Lee Cassidy predeceased by his parents Harvey Preston Cassidy and Melba Arant Cassidy. Survived by his loving children Brandon Lee Cassidy and Maegen Denise Cassidy, and his siblings Rachel Litton, Renee Seeby, Ellie Stone and Michele Waldner.

Lee Cassidy was born in West Columbia on April 5, 1956. As a child Lee was adventurous, outgoing, competitive and athletic. Growing up he discovered his love for sports. Lee played baseball and basketball as a child. After he graduated from Airport High School he went to Midlands Technical College where he obtained his associates degree and began working at Michelin as an industrial electrician. He was a hard-working dedicated man who never missed a day of work!

After his career began he started the most important journey of his life. He became father to two beautiful children. He spent his adulthood being a caring dependable father. Still maintaining his love for sports he continued to play baseball, golf and bowling. As time went on Lee fulfilled his 37 year career at Michelin where he would eventually retire at the age of 58.

After retirement Lee spent most of his days playing golf with friends. He loved driving his mustang and eating his Lizard’s Thicket but his favorite pastime was being there for his children. Whether it was taekwondo or cosmetology he supported and stood behind them with unwavering support.

Lee was known to be stubborn, feared for his tickles and a lover of sweets, but most importantly he was known to be a family man. His devotion to his family and friends was unmatched.

Whether you’re his son or daughter, sister or brother, niece or nephew, family or friend, grief is the price we pay for love. So with your grieving hearts remember that death may bring heartache that’s hard to heal. However, love leaves a memory no one can steal.

Always in our memories, forever in our hearts!

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Harold "Shorty" Edward Lucas, 95, of Swansea, South Carolina, passed away July 31, 2024 at NHC Parklane Columbia, South Carolina. He was born on December 27, 1928 in Gaston, South Carolina to the late Claude and Carrie (Mack) Lucas.

Harold was a proud US Air Force Veteran with over 21 years of honorable service. He served as a cargo loader and firefighter throughout the world and service in World War II, Korea and Vietnam. Harold earned a Bronze Star Medal for his faithful and honorable service. Following his military service, Harold began as a tool inventory specialist at Kodak, retiring after 20 years. Harold was an accomplished musician with performances at Carnegie Hall, The 1982 World’s Fair, toured with Roy Acuff that was televised with many big names of the day. He and the Lucas family were awarded with The South Carolina Folk Heritage Award. Harold also embarked on a 14 date tour with the South Eastern Tour Blues, Bluegrass and Bembe. When he was not playing music or performing, he enjoyed large scale gardening, producing some of the best vegetables. Harold was an avid NASCAR fan and was given the opportunity to construct part of the old Charlotte Motor Speedway. Harold's kind demeanor and wise ways will be missed by all that knew and loved him.

Harold is survived by his sons, Bruce W. Lucas (Carla), Randy L. Lucas (Dee); grandchildren, Justin R. Lucas, Alison Bailee Croft (Kyle); great-grandchildren, Hannah J. Lucas, Wesley N. Croft, Emery L. Croft. He is also survived by a sister, Barbara Hudson. He is also survived by his Aunts, Uncles and Cousins to treasure his memory.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 62 years, Annette L. Lucas; a brother, Clyde Lucas, Claude Lucas, Jr., Bryant Lucas and William Lucas. He is also predeceased by his grandson, Travis J. Lucas.

The family will receive friends at First Baptist Church of Gaston, 121 Oakey Springs Drive, Gaston SC, 29053 on Monday, August 5, 2024 from 9:30 AM until 10:30AM with funeral services to follow the family visitation at 11:00AM, with Reverend Brady Henderson officiating. Burial to follow in the church cemetery. Funeral Memorials may be made to the First Baptist Church of Gaston, or the charity of one's choice.

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Horace Allen Bishop, 82, of Columbia, went home to be with the Lord on July 30th. Known to his friends and family as Allen, he was a lifelong resident of the Olympia Community. He spent many hours walking countless miles around the community meeting and enjoying the company and friendships of neighbors.

Allen was an accomplished bowler and an avid music lover. His collection of albums was impressive. Elvis was a particular favorite. His love of music was only matched by his love of wrestling. Friday nights were dedicated to watching matches and definitely “do not disturb” nights.

Allen was a cat Dad and loved his two cats, Tag and Paw Paw. He was a gentle soul and will be missed by all who knew him.He was preceded in death by his Mother, Endis and his Grandmother, Ida. His greatest wish was to join them in heaven. His wish has been granted.

He is survived by his cousin, Mickey Bishop of Columbia.

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Betty Jean Turner, 84, of Irmo, passed away peacefully on July 30, 2024.

Born October 22, 1939, in Laurens County, she was the daughter of the late Fulton and Lola McCombs. At a young age her family moved from Laurens County to Columbia. During her formative years she worked in the food service industry, and as an inspector for Arvis Camera and Shakespeare.

In the late 60’s, Jean married the love of her life Ken Turner. Together with their three children, they lived in Germany as well as Washington State while Ken served in the US Army. In 1979, they settled back in Columbia. Her favorite job was being a wife, mother and grandmother and she spent many years making this her priority. As her children grew older, she went on to work at Sandel Elementary and St. Andrews Middle School as a cafeteria worker. Later in life, Jean was employed at D.L. McLaughlin’s until she stopped working in 2006. Jean loved her family dearly. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. She instilled the importance of family to all she met. She never met a stranger.

She is survived by a daughter, Caroline “Missy” Bundrick of Lexington; ten grandchildren, David Turner (Carli), Tommy Turner (Rebecca), Crystal Bartlett (Hunter), Brittany Bailey (Ken), Kristen Hale (Daniel), Steven Turner, Dalton Turner (Haley), Layla Turner, Alyssa Ashline, Timothy Puckett (Kayla); and twenty-four great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth Turner; her son, Kenneth Dwayne Turner; her daughter, Sheila Marie Turner; and her nine siblings.

Funeral services will be held at 10 AM on Saturday, August 3rd, at Thompson Funeral Home in Lexington. Pastor David Turner will be officiating. Burial will follow at Woodridge Memorial Park. The family will receive friends on Friday evening from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the funeral home.

Pallbearers will be Gruder Wilson, DJ Lambert and Ricky Sipes.

For anyone who wishes to honor Jean, the family respectfully requests donations be made to Shriners Hospitals for Children, 950 W Faris Rd, Greenville, SC 29605, in lieu of flowers.

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Masako Thiret, 96, of Cola, July 29, Millcreek, South Carolina. She was born on January 4, 1928 in Asahikawa, Japan, to the late Josaburo and Riku (Maikawa) Tanaka.

Masako was a dedicated U.S. Army wife. She was the proud wife of 32 years to the late Alfred Lee Thiret. Prior to and after his passing, she continued to be involved with many activities at Fort Jackson. She most enjoyed taking care of her family and had a wonderful gift for hospitality which she freely shared with family and friends. Masako was an avid bowler in the NCO Housewives League at Fort Jackson from 1971-2015. She was nicknamed Mickey by a fellow bowler and the name stuck. Mickey's friends and family frequently referred to her by her newly minted nickname. She also enjoyed fishing, sewing, and cooking and took pride in holiday and family gatherings. In her later years, she especially liked introducing her grandsons to Japanese cuisine through outings to Inakaya. Mickey led a strong and vibrant life.

Masako is survived by sons, Charles (Marion) Thiret, John (Michele) Thiret; grandsons, Ryan Thiret, Matthew Thiret; and a sister, Kiyoko Heller of Ocean, New Jersey.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 32 years, Alfred Lee Thiret.

The family would like to thank the staff at Mill Creek Manor, All Seasons Hospice and Dr. McCloy for their love and care of Mickey.

A graveside service will be at Greenlawn Memorial Park, 845 Leesburg Road, Columbia, SC 29209, on Friday, August 2, 2024 at 1:00 PM with Chaplain David Deming officiating. Family will receive friends starting at 12:00 PM. Memorials may be made to the National Military Family Association to help military families in need. https://www.militaryfamily.org/get-involved/donate/

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Jessica Leigh Backus passed away on July 26, 2024. She was 42 years old.

She is survived by her husband of 15 years, Robin Backus; parents, David and Suzanne Etheridge; brothers, Kevin Etheridge (Katherine) and Brian Etheridge; children, Samantha Backus and Wyatt Backus; stepchildren, Dustin Backus and Thomas Backus; nephew, Jacob Etheridge; and niece, Elizabeth Etheridge.

She is predeceased by stepdaughter, Mackenzie Backus.

A private memorial will be held at a later date.

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Katherine Lane Hardister, 62, of Ladson, SC passed away on July 21, 2024.

She was born October 18, 1961 in North Wilkesboro, NC to the late David Lane Hardister and late Katherine “Kaye” Venable Hardister. In addition to her parents, she is predeceased by her sister, Gretchen Venable Hardister-Drafts.

She is survived by her Uncle(s) William A. Hardister of Portland, OR, Wallace Gerald Venable of Springvale, ME and James A. Venable of Houlton, ME; cousins Kyle Venable Brazell of Columbia, SC, Art Venable of New Canaan, CT, Karin Venable Moran of York, ME, Janine Venable DeZarn of Culver City, CA, Amy Venable of Camarillo, CA, Luke Gerald Venable of Florence, SC, Sarah Venable Watts of Atlanta, GA, David Hardister of OR, Tracy Hardister of Portland, OR, and Scott Hardister of OR.

Lane was a proud graduate of the University of South Carolina School of Engineering and earned her MBA at Georgia College & State University. She enjoyed a successful career primarily at Boeing in Electrical Computer Engineering. She also spent time in her early career working for NASA and CAE-Link. Lane recently retired from Boeing South Carolina after a 34-year career.

Lane was an avid Gamecock Fan, especially enjoying football and basketball. She never gave up on or wavered on her Gamecocks

Lane was loved and will be greatly missed by her beloved pups Taco Bell, Jingle Bells, Isabelle and Jazzabelle (Jazzy).

Having lived in numerous states with her career, her co-workers and neighbors became family. Lane had the wonderful talent of making true long-lasting friendships wherever she went. She brightened any room with her unforgettable infectious giggle. Her many loved ones always will remember how much she loved entertaining, cooking, and playing board games, and cards. She was well known for her “world-famous cheese balls”.

Lane was kind and giving and she will be greatly missed.

Please join us to celebrate Lane’s fun and beautiful life on Saturday, August 24, 2024, between 3:00-5:00pm at Champions Club South located in Williams Brice Stadium, 1125 George Rogers Blvd, Columbia, SC 29201. Gamecock casual attire is welcome!

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In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Pawmetto Lifeline at https://pawmettolifeline.org/get-involved/donate/ to honor Lane’s love of animals.

Jolicia Danielle Joyner, affectionately known as “JoJo”, was the daughter of William Joseph Joyner & Alisa Danette Graham. She was born in Florence, SC, on July 28, 1986. She received her formal education in Manning, SC & continued in Florence, SC.

As a youth, she attended Manning Deliverance Temple, in Manning, SC, which was pastored by Pastor Jaqueline Fulmore. Later, the church transitioned to Wellsprings Deliverance Temple, where the overseer is Latarvia Monique Moorer.

On Monday, July 22, 2024, God called his child, Jolicia Danielle Joyner to rest, at Prisma Medical Center in Columbia, SC at 7:29PM.

Those left to cherish her memories: her parents, William and Alisa; one daughter, Jakyhra Joyner; two sons, Jikyece Jackson, Vincent Smith, Jr.; and a bonus son, Malik Smart; her sisters, Tynesha Joyner, MeAsha Joyner, Paige Fulton, Shaninqua Brewe; and her brother, Brian Fulton; a God-daughter, Jkhira Martin; a host of other relatives, including uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews, cousins; and a great number of loving friends.

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Sybil E. Griffin, 87, of Sneads, Florida died Friday, July 19, 2024. She was born May 23, 1937 in Columbia, SC to Rabon and Daisey Bell Moody. She faithfully served the Lord as a wife, mother, grandmother, and pastor's wife. She adored her grandchildren and great-grandchildren and was always ready to make them laugh. She never missed an opportunity to remind her grands she could be just as sassy as they could be. To know Sybil was to love her and she was always able to light up any room she was in.

Sybil was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, Rev. Henry M. Griffin; parents, Rabon and Daisey Bell Kyzer Moody; son, Gary Griffin; an infant daughter; siblings, Kenny Moody, Raymond "Bubba" Moody, and Alma Birchmore.

She is survived by children, Robin Grinstead, Charles (Sherri) Griffin; grandchildren, Andrea and Ryan Grinstead, Tyler Griffin, Hilary, Dean, and Mason Suber, Ashley and Matthew Griffin, Amanda Vickers; great-grandchildren, James and Ryleigh Grinstead, Malcolm Suber, Brantley, Luke, C**t, Ava Chase Berrier, Savanah and Elizabeth Stewart, Ivy Vickers; and brother, Bert Moody.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Emerald Coast Hospice.

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Funeral services for Deborah “Debbie” Beard Wainwright, 70, of Eastover, SC, will be held at noon on Friday, July 26, 2024, at Thompson Funeral Home at Greenlawn Memorial Park, 845 Leesburg Road, Columbia, SC 29209, with Rev. David Spears officiating. The family will receive friends at Thompson Funeral Home at Greenlawn Memorial Park one hour prior to the service.

Mrs. Wainwright died on July 21, 2024 and is survived by her husband of 37 years, Randy Wainwright. Born April 14, 1954 in Alaska, she was the daughter of the late Jesse Ervin Beard and Lois Leitner Beard. A graduate of Lower Richland High School and Midlands Technical College, she retired as Billing Manager from Nelson Mullins law firm in 2019 after 39 years. Debbie loved spending time with her grandchildren, cooking holiday meals for her family, gardening, fishing, and playing with her fur baby, Cooper.

Surviving are her son, Steven "Buck" Brazell (Bianca) of Columbia, SC, and grandchildren, Connor and Jackson Brazell. Debbie leaves behind brothers, Robert Larry Beard (Dottie) of Marietta, GA, Danny E. Beard of Eastover, SC, nieces and nephews, MaryAnn Frazee (Russell) of Columbia, SC, Vanessa and Jason Beard of Marietta, GA, Erika Scott (Matt) of Columbia, SC, and great niece, Savanna Scott of Columbia, SC.

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