All Obituaries

Mrs. Wilma Virginia Wooden-Martin, 78, of 83 Thomson Circle, passed away on May 24th at Abbeville Nursing Home. Wilma was born in Abbeville, SC on January 24th, 1945 to the late Carrie Bell London and Willie Wooden. Wilma attended the public school system in Abbeville, SC. She worked in the Textile Industry for a period of time, and a Homemaker by trade. Wilma leaves to cherish her memories one son, Tony Martin of Miami Florida; three daughters, Jacqueline (late Michael) Cobb, Cathy...

Eva Mae Riley Killingsworth, daughter of the late William Anthony Riley, Sr. and Eva Ware Riley. Was born May 9th, 1945, and she departed this life on May 8th, 2023 at Hospice House of the Piedmont, Greenwood, SC. She was a 1965 graduate of J.S. Wright High School. She obtained a Degree in Early Childhood Education. At an early age she joined Mt. Olive Baptist Church where she served on the usher board, she later followed her husband Alvin to his church at Campfield Baptist Church. Eva Mae...

Elease Killingsworth Posey, daughter of the late Cliff Killingsworth and Margie Lee Martin Killingsworth. Was born on January 4,1946. She departed this life on April 19, 2023 at her home. She was a 1963 graduate of J.S. Wright High School. At an early age she joined Campfield Baptist Church where she served on the Usher Board and Kitchen committee. She retired from Medline Industries of Honea Path, SC and Spinx of Honea Path, SC. Elease enjoyed spending time with her Family. She was known...

Mrs. Carrie Hunter Hill, age 72, was born in Abbeville County, Wife of John Henry Hill. She passed away on Wednesday, April 12, 2023 at home. Born October 10, 1950 to the late Allen Eugene Hunter and Carrie Hunter. After retiring 15 years from Westwood Elementary and 20 years of homecare, she became ill. Carrie Hill was a faithful member of Mt. Clement C.M.E. Church. She sung with the Mt. Clement Gospel Singers. She also dedicated her time and efforts to help young kids to sing the gospel...

Minister Barry O'Keith Morton was the son of the late Walter Williams, Jr. and Ms. Bertha Chiles Morton. Barry was born July 25, 1966 in Abbeville, SC. On Sunday, April 9, 2023 at 3:50 A.M., Barry left his earthly home to go stand before the Lord in his Heavenly home.  Minister Barry was a member of the Life Center in Abbeville, SC. He graduated with the class of 1984 at Abbeville High School. By trade he was an Hvac Consultant.  Minister Barry was blessed with a loving...

Clarence Henry Marshall, Jr., affectionately known as “Sonny,” 86, was born in Abbeville County on August 23, 1936 to the parentage of the late Clarence and Margie Watt Marshall, Sr. He was married to his high school sweetheart, the late Wilmatine Ray Marshall. Clarence attended the public school system in Abbeville County, and graduated from JS Wright High School in 1956. He was a member of Washington Street Presbyterian/ New Faith Presbyterian Church. He served several years...

Martha Louise Williams, 69, passed on Tuesday, March 7, 2023 at Quiet Acres Assisted Living, Hodges, SC. She was born in Abbeville, SC to the late Pressley and Rosa Bell Jones Williams. Martha received her education from Abbeville High School. She attended St. Paul AME Church. Martha obtained her cooking certification from Clemson University. She was employed for many years as a custodian in District 60. Martha enjoyed spending time with her family, and was a loving grandmother. Martha...

Freddie Lee Wardlaw III was born February 21, 1996 in Edgewood, KY. He was the son of Yolanda Phipps and Freddie Wardlaw. Freddie took his final ride into paradise Saturday, January 28, 2023.  Freddie was a kind hearted Gentleman who loved his family and loved working with his hands. Freddie graduated from Lincoln College of Technology in  Indianapolis, IN where he studied Diesel and Truck  Service Technology. In 2021 he decided to take his  expertise...

Mr. Amos “Boone” Power, 76, of 1001 Rockhouse Circle, Abbeville, SC., went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, January 26, 2023 at Self Regional Hospital in Greenwood, SC. Boone, as he was known by family and friends, was born April 18, 1946 in Abbeville, SC. He was the son of the late Joe and Mary Watt Power.  Amos was a member of Campfield Baptist Church until his health started to decline. Amos worked for Ben Jones Construction Company for over 20 years.  Amos...

Ella Olivia Jenkins Harrison, 100, passed on Thursday, January 26, 2023 at Brookside Assisted Living, Stone Mountain, GA. She was born in Abbeville, SC to the late Peter and Ella Washington Jenkins. Ella attended Bethune Cookman College. She graduated from Allen University with a BA in education, and Lander University where she obtained her Bachelor's Degree majoring in Library Science. She furthered her education graduating from Clemson University with her Masters of Education. She was...