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Bus Driver
Horry County

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An Horry County Schools employee has died due to coronavirus

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A Horry County Schools employee has died from coronavirus after testing positive, board chairman Ken Richardson said. “Out of respect for the family, I don’t know what to say," Richardson said. "I am devastated by it and we’ve lost a member of our Horry County Schools family.

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Teacher's Aide
Kingsbury Elementary
Sumter
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Custodian
Strom Thurmond High School
Edgefield

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Obituary for Deacon Lee Roy Turner | G. L. Brightharp & Sons Mortuary

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It is with deepest sympathy that we announce the passing of Deacon Lee Roy Turner of Trenton. Deacon Turner entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, July 28, 2020 at AU Medical Center-Augusta.

Graveside services will be held on Monday, August 3, 2020 at 11:00 AM at Bethlehem Baptist Church Cemetery with masks and social distance practices.

Professional services are under the care of G. L. Brightharp & Sons Mortuary - North Augusta.

To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Deacon Lee Roy Turner, please visit our floral store.

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Obituary for Deacon Lee Roy Turner | G. L. Brightharp & Sons Mortuary

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It is with deepest sympathy that we announce the passing of Deacon Lee Roy Turner of Trenton. Deacon Turner entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, July 28, 2020 at AU Medical Center-Augusta. Graveside services will be held on Monday, August 3, 2020 at 11:00 AM at Bethlehem Baptist Church Cemetery with masks and social distance practices.

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Head of Maintenance
Clarendon 3

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Obituary for Reverend Laverne Parker | Carolina Funeral Home, LLC

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Reverend Randolph Laverne "PaPa" Parker, 72, husband of the late Brenda "BeBe" McKenzie Parker, died Wednesday, August 12, 2020, at MUSC in Florence.

Reverend Parker was born on August 5, 1948 in Williamsburg County, son of the late George Randolph Parker and Myrtle Lee Miles Parker. He was a minister, farmer, and head of maintenance at Clarendon School District # 3.

Surviving are his daughters, Dana Parker (Brian) Singletary of Scranton and Dara Parker (Jason) Cook of Lake City; daughter-in-law, Kimberly Parker of Lake City; special brother-in-law, Dale (Angie) McKenzie; grandchildren, Daulton Parker, Seth Parker, Olivia Parker, Turner Singletary, Lawson Singletary, Cub Cook, Cade Cook, Ellee Bren Cook, Raulston McKenzie and Rylan McKenzie; brothers, Jerry D. "J D" (Mary Lee) Parker and Ronald "Ronnie" (Ann) Parker, both of Lake City; brother-in-law, Rod (Angie) McKenzie of Hemingway; nephews, Dean (Sandy) Parker, Len (Sarah) Parker and Lance (Sheri) Parker; nieces, Jana (Franklin) Wright and Dee (Gerald) Lynch; and a number of great nephews and nieces.

Reverend Parker was preceded in death by his son, Laverne Brent Parker and a brother, Jessie Parker.

Funeral services will be 4:00 PM, Wednesday, August 19, 2020, at Carolina Funeral Home Chapel with burial to follow at Floyd Chapel Pentecostal Holiness Church Cemetery.

The family will receive friends from 2:00 - 4:00 PM, Wednesday, August 19, 2020, at Carolina Funeral Home.

The family would like to extend a special "Thank You" to all the nurses for the care and love given to our Dad and "PaPa" during this time.

Due to COVID-19 please use good judgement with social distancing and wear a mask during the funeral services and visitation.

Memorials may be made to Central Holiness Church, c/o Pearcy L. Floyd, 4960 Old Manning Road, New Zion, SC 29111.

To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Reverend Laverne Parker, please visit our floral store.

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Obituary for Reverend Laverne Parker | Carolina Funeral Home, LLC

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Reverend Randolph Laverne "PaPa" Parker, 72, husband of the late Brenda "BeBe" McKenzie Parker, died Wednesday, August 12, 2020, at MUSC in Florence. Reverend Parker was born on August 5, 1948 in Williamsburg County, son of the late George Randolph Parker and Myrtle Lee Miles Parker.

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Music Teacher
Bettis Prep Leadership Academy
SC Public Charter
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Custodian
East Clarendon High School
Clarendon 3

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Assistant Director of Athletic Facilities and Operations
Spartanburg 7
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Obituary for Jesse Myles "Milo" Wilson Jr. | The J.F. Floyd Mortuary

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Myles "Milo" Wilson, 65, of Spartanburg, SC, died Friday, August 28, 2020 at Spartanburg Medical Center. Born March 29, 1955 in Spartanburg, SC, he was the son of Fredericka Readen Wilson of Spartanburg, SC and the late Jesse Myles Wilson, Sr. Myles graduated from Spartanburg High School and earned his Bachelor's degree from University of South Carolina. He was an assistant Athletic Director and Athletic Director for Spartanburg High School. Most recently he was the Director of Athletic Facilities for Spartanburg District 7. His blood runneth blue and gold. He was a lifelong member of St. John Lutheran Church. Along with his mother, his survivors include his loving wife of 30 years, Margaret Peach Wilson; his sister, Johanna Marie Wilson of Spartanburg, SC, and his niece, Katherine Pollock of Columbia, SC. Visitation will be 5:00 - 7:00 PM Thursday, September 3, 2020 at Floyd's Greenlawn Chapel, 2075 East Main Street, Spartanburg, SC 29307. A Celebration of Life service will be 4:00 PM Friday, September 4, 2020 at Spartanburg High School Viking Arena, 2250 E. Main St. Spartanburg, SC 29307, conducted by The Rev. Michael Shackelford, The Rev. Erin Morris, The Rev. Robert Bannan, Mr. John Craig, and Dr. Sam Garrett. Honorary escort will be members of the ROMEO (Retired Old Men Eating Out) Supper Club, Rhett Holder, Herman Scurry, David Dean, Stephen Russell, Ted Cummings, Mark Edwards, Kent Edwards and Sam Garrett. Masks will be required and social distancing will be enforced. There will be a link to live stream or view the service available at www.floydmortuary.com/obituaries/Jess-Wilson-4/. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Spartanburg Regional Hospital Foundation, P.O. Box 2624, Spartanburg, SC 29304, St. John's Lutheran Church, 415 S. Pine Street, Spartanburg, SC 29304 or to Spartanburg High School Athletic Endowment Fund, 2250 E. Main St., Spartanburg, SC 29307. In keeping with Myle's love for Viking athletics, memorial contributions may be made to SHS All Sports Booster Club, P.O. Box 1490, Spartanburg, SC 29304. Floyd's Greenlawn Chapel To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Jesse Myles "Milo" Wilson Jr. please visit our Sympathy Store.

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Greenlawn Memorial Gardens

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Obituary for Jesse Myles "Milo" Wilson Jr. | The J.F. Floyd Mortuary

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Obituary for Jesse Myles "Milo" Wilson Jr. | Myles "Milo" Wilson, 65, of Spartanburg, SC, died Friday, August 28, 2020 at Spartanburg Medical Center. Born March 29, 1955 in Spartanburg, SC, he was the son of Fredericka Readen Wilson of...

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3rd grade Teacher
Windsor Elementary School
Richland 2

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September 11, 2020 -- Demetria Bannister, a third grade teacher at Windsor Elementary School in Columbia, South Carolina, died on Monday from complications for COVID-19, according to ABC affiliate WAPT.

Bannister, who went by "Demi," was a well-loved teacher who had been in the classroom for five years. She was last at the school on Aug. 28 to prepare for the beginning of the school year and didn't have any symptoms. A week later on Friday, Sept. 4, she tested positive for the coronavirus and was hospitalized. The 28-year-old died three days later, according to CNN.

The district reopened on Aug. 31 with virtual classes. District officials said it's unclear how or when Bannister contracted the coronavirus.

"I want to express my sincere condolences to Ms. Bannister's parents, relatives, friends and school family," Baron Davis, superintendent of Richland School District Two, said in a statement, according to NBC affiliate WIS.

"While gone from us too soon, Ms. Bannister's legacy lives on through the lives of students she taught in her five years as a dedicated educator," he said. "To honor Ms. Bannister's memory, I ask the Richland Two family to join me in reaffirming our commitment to doing all we can to provide premier learning experiences for all students in the safest environment possible."

Bannister advocated for students and had a passion for music, her co-workers said. She worked with the school choir and hosted a student club for aspiring singers, CNN reported. In 2019, she wrote a song about the importance of attendance to the tune of "Old Town Road" to encourage students.

"Known as Windsor's Songbird, Ms. Bannister used her musical talents to bring a great deal of joy to our school," Denise Quickel, principal of Windsor Elementary, said in the statement. "The song and video were a big hit with our school family."

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WAPT, "South Carolina district mourns loss of 3 rd grade teacher after she dies from COVID-19."

CNN, "A 28-year-old elementary teacher dies three days after coronavirus diagnosis in South Carolina."

WIS, "South Carolina third-grade teacher dies of COVID-19."

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South Carolina Teacher Dies From COVID-19

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September 11, 2020 -- Demetria Bannister, a third grade teacher at Windsor Elementary School in Columbia, South Carolina, died on Monday from complications for COVID-19, according to ABC affiliate WAPT. Bannister, who went by "Demi," was a well-loved teacher who had been in the classroom for five years.

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Bus Monitor
Spartanburg 6

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SPARTANBURG COUNTY, S.C. (FOX Carolina) - An Upstate school district is mourning the loss of one its transportation employees, saying his death is tied to COVID-19.

In a Facebook post Sunday afternoon, Spartanburg County School District Six announced that Wendell Smith had passed away earlier in the morning. The district said his death was caused by complications related to the virus.

The district described Smith as dedicated, calm, and jovial, touching the lives of students he saw every day. He is survived by his wife Terry and stepdaughter Nataki, both of whom also work for the district.

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Spartanburg District 6: employee dies of complications related to COVID-19

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SPARTANBURG COUNTY, S.C. (FOX Carolina) - An Upstate school district is mourning the loss of one its transportation employees, saying his death is tied to COVID-19. In a Facebook post Sunday afternoon, Spartanburg County School District Six announced that Wendell Smith had passed away earlier in the morning.

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Assistant Football Coach
Spring Valley High School
Richland 2

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COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - A beloved Spring Valley volunteer assistant football coach, Charles Peterson, died Sunday night after being hospitalized with COVID-19 since last month.

The 46-year-old Peterson leaves a legacy of love in the Palmetto State.

Trey Peterson, Charles' son and a current Vikings senior defensive star, tweeted last night, "I can't put into words how much my father meant to me and everyone he loved."

I can't put into words how much my father meant to me and every one he loved. To anyone who reads this. Please prayer for his safe passage into heaven and remember him as the man he was and always will be. pic.twitter.com/gYKvjHe9Gr
- Trey Peterson (@Skiblue65) September 14, 2020

The native of Laurens was a Shrine Bowl football player who went onto play professional baseball. Peterson had been an amateur scout with the St. Louis Cardinals organization since 2012.

We are saddened to learn of the passing of amateur scout Charles Peterson.

Hired by the team in 2012, Charles was the signing scout for our 2020 1st rd. pick Jordan Walker.

Our thoughts and condolences are with Charles' family and friends. pic.twitter.com/vBEdX0n5cE
- St. Louis Cardinals (@Cardinals) September 14, 2020

Peterson was the signing scout of the franchise's 2020 first-round pick Jordan Walker.

Spring Valley head football coach Robin Bacon remains heartbroken following Peterson's death.

"There are good coaches, and then there are good men!" Bacon tweeted Sunday night. "Coach Peterson was both. God put him on this earth to help young people, and he did more in this life to help others and spread joy. He is the definition of servant leadership!"

There are good coaches and then there are good men! Coach Peterson was both. God put him on this earth to help young people and he did more in his life to help others and spread joy. He is the definition of servant leadership! John 14:1-3 https://t.co/bQA0ntg6nm
- Robin Bacon (@CoachRobinBacon) September 13, 2020

Vikings assistant coach Dan Morgan, shared his love for Peterson on Twitter, saying, "CP was a great man, husband, father, and an incredible asset to our community. I will miss you, and hope to see you again."

"Big Pete was a special person," said Clemson head baseball coach Monte Lee on Twitter last night. "All of us in the baseball community will miss him dearly. Please, wear a mask. Take it seriously. I don't want to lose another friend!"

Big Pete was a special person. All of us in the baseball community will miss him dearly. Please, wear a mask. Take it seriously. I don't want to lose another friend! 🙏 https://t.co/KgeoKe2vry
- Monte Lee (@MonteLeeCU) September 13, 2020

Tough week for the baseball community. We lost Mark Newman and Charles Peterson. Two friends, two impactful people, two good men. RIP
- Mark Kingston (@CoachKingUSC) September 14, 2020

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Beloved Spring Valley assistant football coach dies after being hospitalized with COVID-19

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COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - A beloved Spring Valley volunteer assistant football coach, Charles Peterson, died Sunday night after being hospitalized with COVID-19 since last month. The 46-year-old Peterson leaves a legacy of love in the Palmetto State.

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1st grade Teacher
Ridgeland Elementary School
Jasper

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Margie Kidd, a South Carolina teacher, died of COVID on September 28 after returning to school the previous month

Not even two months into the school year, and several teachers have already died due to COVID-19 infections. One of the latest casualties of the respiratory virus is Margie Kidd, a South Carolina teacher who lost her life on September 28. Her family hopes her death can serve as a warning, that despite wearing a mask and social distancing, going back to school can prove deadly.

According to Jasper County Coroner Martin Sauls, Kidd, 71, who taught kindergarten and first grade for over 25 years, died as a result of COVID-19 complications, reports the Savannah Morning News.

We are saddened to report that another SC teacher has died from Covid. Sending our love and healing hopes to the family of Margie Kidd. https://t.co/VGlNe9nr7Y

- SCforED (@SCforEd) October 8, 2020

"We lost a most beloved member of our school district family," Travis Washington, Jasper County School District spokesperson said in a statement. "She served the people of Jasper County as a professional educator for 26 years."

"My mom loved being a teacher because she loved working with kids and she genuinely cared about her students," Jackson, one of Kidd's daughters, said. "She always went above and beyond for her students and their families, and if she could help out, she would."

Jackson explained that her mother returned to the classroom in August, where she started teaching remotely from her classroom. But, despite the fact that there were no students physically there, she was still worried. "She expressed to us several times about her concerns with being back in the building with COVID-19 numbers still being high in South Carolina, but she had no choice because the teachers were required to attend in-person meetings as well as set up their classrooms, even though they were going to be doing virtual learning," Jackson continued.

"My mom took precautions by wearing a mask, face shield and gloves, but it just wasn't enough to keep her safe," Jackson said. "She started having COVID-19 symptoms by her second week at work, including cough, headache, fever and shortness of breath. She went to the hospital and was released the next day, but was told she tested positive for COVID-19."

By August 18 she was having more trouble breathing and was admitted back into the hospital. "Mom's lungs deteriorated quickly and she was on a breathing machine," she said. "At first we could not visit her because of the coronavirus and I think that made her depressed, but once the doctors realized how serious her situation was, we were allowed to visit her in the observation unit. She could only have one visitor per day and we had to be covered head to toe in protective gear."

"The first time I saw my mom was Sept. 7 and it was heartbreaking," she said. "She had lost weight and she looked so little and helpless, all hooked up to machines, lying in her hospital bed. That night, we found out that her condition had gotten worse and she was placed on a ventilator. That was the last day she was conscious."

A week later, Kidd was in the ICU, and her family was notified she had just a few days to live. "My mom's doctors were planning to take her off the ventilator on Sept. 29 because she'd been on the ventilator for 21 days, but she passed away on the night of the 28th," she said.

Jackson and her family believe that physically being in the school building was responsible for her infection. Sadly, she wasn't given an option of working from home, and felt forced to return to work due to financial reasons. "She was very afraid of going back to work and catching COVID-19, but she felt like she didn't have a choice because she needed to work to pay her bills because my father was just getting over having colon cancer and heart surgery this summer, so she was the only one working," she said.

Jackson wants to remember her mother's smile and warm spirit. "She loved telling jokes and texting funny memes to her family and friends every day," she said. "She will truly be missed by so many people."

Others, including her coworkers, said that she was a great educator. "To know her was to love her," said LaQuandra Stevenson, who worked with her for 15 years. "She was a mentor to me and others who were new to education years ago. I also had the great honor of having her teach my son, Khadir. She helped him not only grow academically, but socially as well."

She especially left a mark in the lives of her students, including Troy White who was in Kidd's kindergarten class during the 1995-96 school year. "I remember my first time reading a book was in her class and I'll always remember that because that's where my desire to read began," he said. "She made learning fun and I enjoyed going to school."

Jackson hopes that her mother's death will encourage others to take the virus seriously, and that it is not anything remotely of a "blessing from God," as declared by Trump. "I would like for people to stop saying that COVID-19 isn't that serious, because it is," she said. "My mom was older, but she was a very active senior and to watch her health decline in such a short period was devastating. You may not get sick or show symptoms, but you should take precautions to stop the spread of the coronavirus because it's serious and it kills."

When debating whether to send our children back to school, many people only think about the health of their children. While it might be true that the chances of a serious COVID-19 infection in a child are slim, we also need to consider the health of everyone working in the educational system. Teachers, as well as students, should always have an option to whether they want to return to the classroom. Period.

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Beloved 71-Yr-Old First Grade Teacher Dies Of COVID

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Not even two months into the school year, and several teachers have already died due to COVID-19 infections. One of the latest casualties of the respiratory virus is Margie Kidd, a South Carolina teacher who lost her life on September 28.

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Special Education Assistant
East Clarendon High School
Clarendon 3

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Obituary for Mary "Pat" (Porter) Welch | Carolina Funeral Home, LLC

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Mary Jane "Pat" Welch, 70, wife of Theron "Tink" Welch, died on Friday, October 9, 2020, at MUSC, Florence.

Mrs. Welch was born on February 15, 1950, in Florence County, daughter of Olean Porter and the late Robert Porter. She was a teacher's aide with East Clarendon High School.

Surviving are her husband of 53 years, Theron Caleb "Tink" Welch; children, Cherrish (Julio) Ramos, Lyz (Freddie) Huth, Jackie (Larry) Barrett, Angel (Robbie) Springs and Chancellar Welch; special daughter, Greta Welch; grandchildren, Julius Ramos, Codie McElveen, Kristan (Ericson) Coker, Bailey McElveen, Annsley McElveen, Jacob (Lakin) Barrett, Whit-Lee (Alex) Vining, Cheyanne (Nick Smith) Barrett, Zac (Summer Matthews) Barrett, Cassey Springs and Mallorie Springs; great grandchildren, McKinsley Barrett, Paisley Barrett, Wesley Barrett and Talon Vining; siblings, Ray (Debbie) Porter, Freddie (Susie) Porter, Shirley Conyers, Carl Porter, Dorothy (Johnny) Richburg, Martha (Lee) McArthur and Ronnie (Melissa) Porter.

Funeral services will be 4:00 PM, Wednesday, October 14, 2020, at Barrineau Pentecostal Holiness Church, Lake City. Burial will be private at Pinedale Pentecostal Holiness Church Cemetery.

The family will receive friends from 3:00 - 4:00 PM, Wednesday, October 14, 2020 at Barrineau Pentecostal Holiness Church.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Carolina Funeral Home, c/o Pat Welch, PO Box 757, Scranton, SC 29591.

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Obituary for Mary "Pat" (Porter) Welch | Carolina Funeral Home, LLC

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Mary Jane "Pat" Welch, 70, wife of Theron "Tink" Welch, died on Friday, October 9, 2020, at MUSC, Florence. Mrs. Welch was born on February 15, 1950, in Florence County, daughter of Olean Porter and the late Robert Porter. She was a teacher's aide with East Clarendon High School.

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Board of Education, District 2
Darlington

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Longtime Darlington County school board member passes away

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Darlington County school board member Connell Delaine passed away Friday following an illness, according to thr school district’s Facebook page. Delaine is being remembered as a great man who did all he could to help the students of Darlington County. Many people said his hard work and dedication will be missed.

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Bus Driver
Lexington-Richland 5

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COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - Lexington-Richland School District 5 is in the process of bringing back students four days a week for face-to-face instruction as part of their phase two model, with third to sixth graders heading back four days a week beginning this week.

However, as the district is working to fully reopen, they experienced a loss this week. One of their bus drivers passed away after a battle with COVID-19.

Joe Evett was 68 years old. His family said he was diagnosed with COVID-19 on Oct. 10 and passed away less than a week later, on Oct. 16.

His family said that to know Joe Evett was to love him, and that his last months were filled doing the things that made him happiest.

They said he had just become a bus driver this year. He only got to drive his bus for about 30 days before losing his battle with COVID-19.

"He finally got his license to drive the bus and after that, he pursued it," Mary Evett, Joe Evett's wife, said. "He loved to work with those children and the other people he worked with."

His family says they are heartbroken. They don't know where he contracted the virus, but say he was always taking every precaution to stay safe by wearing a mask and washing his hands.

"He was a bubbly, happy person all the time," Tonia Evett said. "He took the precautions that's out there -- the hand washing and mask wearing, he did all that -- and still it came and took his life like it did."

"He was a people person," his wife said. "I don't care who it was, he didn't meet any strangers."

His funeral will be Saturday at the Heritage Memorial Gardens in Westminster. The service will take place at 1 p.m.

"We mourn the loss of Mr. Evett, who has had a positive impact since joining us in September. Our thoughts are with his family during this difficult time, and out of respect for his family's privacy, we will decline to comment further."

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LR5 school bus driver dies after sudden battle with COVID-19, family left devastated

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COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - Lexington-Richland School District 5 is in the process of bringing back students four days a week for face-to-face instruction as part of their phase two model, with third to sixth graders heading back four days a week beginning this week.

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Athletic Trainer
North Central High School
Kershaw

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CAMDEN - Kristin Elizabeth McClintock passed away on Friday, October 23, 2020 at the age of 38. Born on May 2, 1982, in Camden, S.C., she was a daughter of Joseph McClintock and Vickie Lynn Alls McClintock. Kristin was a member of Emmanuel Baptist Church. Kristin enjoyed spending time at the beach and working on puzzles. Kristin loved spending time with her nephew and niece. Surviving in addition to her parents is her sister, Jennifer Robosson (Ralph); nephew, Ralph Christian Robosson; and niece, Abigail Lynn Robosson.

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Obituary of Kristin Elizabeth McClintock | Powers Funeral Home

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CAMDEN - Kristin Elizabeth McClintock passed away on Friday, October 23, 2020 at the age of 38. Born on May 2, 1982, in Camden, S.C., she was a daughter of Joseph McClintock and Vickie Lynn Alls McClintock. Kristin was a member of Emmanuel Baptist Church.

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Attendance Clerk
Monarch Elementary School
Union
(Retired from Sims Middle School)

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Obituary for Reverend Amy (Beasley) Worthy | Community Mortuary, Inc.

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Reverend Amy Beasley Worthy, 52, of Carlisle, SC entered into eternal rest on Friday afternoon, October 30, 2020 in Spartanburg Medical Center. A native of Union County, SC, she was the widow of Hubbie Terry Worthy and daughter of the late Jerome Beasley, Sr. and Ophelia Spencer "Sugar" Beasley. She first joined James Baptist Chapel Church and later became a member of Sims Chapel Baptist Church where she served as associate minister. She was a 1986 graduate of Union High School and earned an associate degree from Grand Canyon University. She was retired from Sims Middle School and later returned to work part-time at Monarch Elementary School as a n attendance clerk until her illness . In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by one daughter, Mackenzie Worthy; three brothers, Lovic Eugene Booker, Timothy Beasley and Peter Booker; and two sisters, Marian B. Thompson and Marie Edwards. She survived by one daughter, Jai'lyn Ailse' Worthy; one stepdaughter, India Worthy; two stepsons, Terry Lamont (Veeta) Worthy and Marquise Worthy; five grandchildren; two brothers, Jerome (Sharon) Beasley and Kelvin Bruce Beasley; four sisters, Helen Suber, Olivia Beasley Young, C. Anita Beasley, and Lorenda Beasley (Reggie); reared in the home as a brother and sister, Vance (Mary) Booker and Vera (James) Jeter; sister-in-law, Mary Beasley; brothers-in-law, Donnie Worthy and Ricky (Priscilla) Worthy; and a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins including three who were like brother, Howard Dewayne Hooker, Jason Lamont Spencer, and McArthur Gist. Graveside services will be held Thursday, November 5, 2020 at 12 noon at Sims Chapel Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the home. Anyone who wishes to honor Reverend Amy Beasley Worthy is requested to omit flowers and make a contribution to her daughter's college fund via Jai'lyn Ailse' Worthy. Arrangements are with Community Mortuary, 361 Meansville Road, Union, SC.

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3rd grade Teacher
Carolina Springs Elementary
Lexington 1

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LEXINGTON, S.C. (WIS) - Friends and former students are mourning the loss of a third-grade teacher after she passed away Saturday night from COVID-19 complications, according to the Lexington One School District.

Mrs. Staci Blakely, 50, taught at Carolina Springs Elementary School.

An experienced teacher with 28 years of experience, Blakely began her education career as a second and third-grade teacher at Virginia Park Elementary in Richland County School District One in 1992 before joining Lexington District One in 1999.

"Just her caring, compassionate attitude, she was just one of those people who loved," said childhood friend Savilla Miller. "[She] loved well and loved hard. She loved every one. She just...she was someone who just drew people in."

Blakely's family asked for space and privacy at this time, but Miller said she knows the family and Lexington One are now all facing a devastating loss.

Berry said her son had a stroke when he was 14 and Blakely called and sent him care packages regularly.

"For her to reach out to him directly and encourage him to stay strong and keep fighting through what he was facing -- it meant a lot to my family and it was important to my son because he always remembered Mrs. Blakely," Berry said. "She's been that teacher that we all have, that we always remember."

Another one of Blakely's former students described her as the "greatest teacher (he) ever had."

"She was a mother away from home," he said "I could always count on her if I needed anything from her."

Copyright 2020 WIS. All rights reserved.

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LEXINGTON, S.C. (WIS) - Friends and former students are mourning the loss of a third-grade teacher after she passed away Saturday night from COVID-19 complications, according to the Lexington One School District. Mrs. Staci Blakely, 50, taught at Carolina Springs Elementary School.

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4K Teacher
West Lee Elementary School
Lee

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LEE COUNTY, S.C. (WIS) - Officials with Lee County School District have announced the death of 4K teacher Ms. Darnell Laws.

District officials said Laws died on Saturday, January 16.

"I have known Ms. Darnell Lawsfor several years," said Lee County interim superintendent Bernard McDaniel, Sr. "She is an outstanding educator as well as a wonderful and kind person. She will be sorely missed by the Lee County School District family."

Previously, Laws worked as a bus monitor, substitute teacher, and a long-term substitute teacher with the Lee County School District. Before joining Lee County, Laws was an early childhood executive program director, a lead early childhood teacher, a pre-kindergarten teacher, and a teacher assistant in New York.

A cause of death has not been released.

A memorial service will be held for Laws at 2 p.m. on January 22 at Florence Memorial Gardens.

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LEE COUNTY, S.C. (WIS) - Officials with Lee County School District have announced the death of 4K teacher Ms. Darnell Laws. District officials said Laws died on Saturday, January 16. "I have known Ms. Darnell Lawsfor several years," said Lee County interim superintendent Bernard McDaniel, Sr.

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Kindergarten Teacher
Virtus Academy
Florence Co. Public Charter

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A Florence teacher dies after a month long battle with COVID-19

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Community members are mourning, after a beloved Florence teacher passed away Tuesday morning from COVID-19. ABC 15 reported back in December that Virtus Academy teacher, Marlene Evans, was on a ventilator fighting for her life at McLeod Regional Medical Center. Evans was entering her third year with Virtus Academy but spent 30 years in the public school system.

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School Nurse
Ronald E. McNair Jr. High School
Florence 3
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Bus Driver for Special Needs Students
Greenville
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Horry

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Horry County Schools Vice Chair John Poston passes following battle with COVID-19

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Saturday evening, ABC 15 learned that Vice-Chair John Poston passed away after a lengthy battle with COVID-19 and other underlying health conditions. Poston was admitted to Conway Medical Center at the turn of the New Year with a COVID-19 diagnosis. He was put on a ventilator according to board members.

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Greenville

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Hillcrest High
Greenville

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Holly Warren was bright and bubbly, even during tragedy.

She was the attendance clerk for five years at Hillcrest High School, the same school her son graduated from before he died in a car accident 16 years ago.

When she tested positive for COVID-19 on Jan. 4, her family thought they would get through it together, as they always had.

At times, it seemed like she was getting better.

Lindsey McGee, her daughter, said Warren died on Feb. 2 after being on a ventilator for several weeks.

Warren is one of three Greenville County Schools employees to die because of COVID-19 in the past few weeks. They are the first staff deaths the district has reported.

"Holly worked at Hillcrest High School since 2016 as an attendance clerk and was much beloved by that community," Greenville County Schools said in a statement Thursday morning. "Our hearts go out to her friends and family members."

Greenville County Schools did not release the identities of the other two employees. None of the employees had been at school for at least two weeks before they tested positive, according to a statement from the school district.

McGee said her mother loved working at Hillcrest High. She wore her son's old jersey during Spirit Week.

"She felt an immediate connection and the need to protect all those kids and help out," McGee said.

Warren was worried about the virus, but she trusted the school system, McGee said. Ultimately, McGee believes she contracted COVID-19 during a birthday party for Warren's granddaughter over winter break.

McGee and her family used video chats to talk with Warren while she was in the hospital, but they weren't allowed to see her in person after they dropped her off at an emergency room on Jan. 11.

For three weeks, McGee and her family video chatted with Warren twice a day. Nurses cut out paper hearts and taped them to Warren's window so her family could see where she was from outside the hospital.

On Feb. 2, McGee said they were finally able to see Warren before she was taken off of the ventilator. She walked past rows and rows of patients on ventilators before she reached her mother's room.

"We've been hearing about this in the news for a year, and it's not that I didn't believe it, it's just when you personally see it with your own eyes and you see all the hard work that these nurses and doctors and respiratory therapists are putting in," McGee said. "It's heartbreaking."

By the time McGee was able to see her mother, just moments before she died, she felt like she was already gone.

Warren was 64, just shy of the 65-plus age group that are now eligible for COVID-19 vaccinations. When McGee first heard about the vaccines, she was worried that it was being rushed.

"Now that we're here, I'm just like, God I wish my mom had the chance to get the vaccine," McGee said.

She hopes her mother's story will help save other lives.

"She was full of life and happy and bubbly," McGee said. "She wouldn't want anyone else to go through what she did. If she could share her story, she would."
Ariel Gilreath is a watchdog reporter focusing on education and family issues with The Greenville News and Independent Mail. Contact her at agilreath@gannett.com and on Twitter @ArielGilreath.

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Holly Warren was bright and bubbly, even during tragedy. She was the attendance clerk for five years at Hillcrest High School, the same school her son graduated from before he died in a car accident 16 years ago. When she tested positive for COVID-19 on Jan.

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Barnwell

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Barnwell School District 45 is grieving the loss of one of its educators.

Jaci Bearden, 68, an instructional technology coach and administrative assistant to the superintendent, died Sunday, Feb. 7 of complications from COVID-19. She had been in education for 45 years, including the past 23 years in Barnwell. She started her career in Alaska and California, but most of her years were spent in South Carolina, including Spartanburg, Woodruff, Aiken and Barnwell.

"Jaci Bearden loved others, and everyday her life reflected that love. She has made a lasting impact on my life as well as on the lives of the entire Barnwell 45 family through her kindness, her wealth of knowledge, her dedication, and her tremendous heart," said long-time friend and co-worker Kelly Shealy.

Since coming to Barnwell in 1998, Bearden has served as a math teacher at Guinyard-Butler Middle School, district math coordinator, and math coach. For the past 10 years she's served as instructional technology coach and administrative assistant to the superintendent.

"Jaci Bearden was such a dedicated member of the Warhorse Family. We were so fortunate to work closely with her, and she went above and beyond to support the district. Her commitment to education, her warm personality, and her genuine care for everyone around her always made her such a pleasure to be around. We will sincerely miss her in our school district," according to a statement from the District 45 School Board.

District 45 Superintendent Crissie Stapleton said Bearden has had a profound impact on her life and on the district as a whole. "In this life, I hope to have an impact on others as she did. Her willingness to help when anything was needed, her true compassion for children and the obstacles they faced, and her selfless spirit that touched the lives of more people than we could ever begin to name all speak to the kind of person she was. She personally touched my life in so many ways, and I feel fortunate that I had the opportunity to spend so much time with her. She was an incredibly special individual, and I will miss her dearly," she said.

There's a quote by former U.S. Secretary of State General Colin Powell that hangs in Bearden's office which Stapleton said speaks to who Bearden was and what she believed. It reads, "Every child should have a little red wagon to carry around their treasures. A little red wagon can also be used to carry a heavy load. Millions of our children are burdened by a heavy load in life. We have to make sure every child is given the help he or she needs to carry the load. Every child deserves a little red wagon in life. We want to fill those wagons with dreams."

Greg Black is one example of the hundreds of students that Bearden helped guide through life and develop dreams of a brighter future throughout her career. He said Bearden, who was one of the first teachers who helped guide him after moving to Barnwell in the sixth grade, played a vital part in who he is today.

"Mrs. Bearden's heart was devoted to every student that ever walked into her classroom. Her legacy continued even after students moved on to the next grade. She even kept up with us through high school. From her warm smile to her teaching techniques, she shall forever be remembered for her role in the education of students at GBMS and Barnwell 45," said Black.

Brooke Strock said Bearden always left her room open for students during lunch, after school, and before the start of school. She offered students a listening ear while providing advice and support.

"I found her a lot easier to talk to than my parents as she extended me compassion, understanding, and unwavering support. Even though her class was difficult, considering math was not my favorite subject in school, she always encouraged and supported all her students to do their best. Mrs. Jaci would light up a room every time she walked into one. I am going to miss that smile that was so contagious," said Strock.

That positive nature is also remembered by Bearden's colleagues and friends.

"I never saw Jaci in a bad mood. Whenever I went to the superintendent's office, she had a smile and an encouraging word for me. She will be missed," said District 45 School Board member Rhett Richardson.

Long-time friend and former co-worker Linda Zionkowski said Bearden was the most positive person she's ever known. "She embodied the phrase, 'Keep Calm and Carry On'. Anytime I became the least bit frazzled about something, all I had to do was talk to Jaci and she could calm me down and life was good. She probably helped me keep my job for so long with her ability to smooth my ruffled feathers. Jaci Bearden had a heart of gold and is going to be missed," she said.

Bearden also had a wonderful sense of humor, including the ability to laugh at herself. "One day Jaci wore a black shoe and a navy shoe (same style). Where I would have run home to change, she just laughed and kept them on all day. As I said before she was a 'Keep Calm and Carry On' girl," said Zionkowski.

While Bearden devoted much time and energy to the school district that she dearly loved, many people do not realize that her reach went far beyond District 45. She served as president of the S.C. Middle School Association, treasurer of the S.C. Leaders of Mathematics Education, and served on State Department of Education teams to assist in assessment development, curriculum alignment, and more. She was Teacher of the Year when she taught in Aiken County at Kennedy Middle School and again when she began her teaching career in Barnwell at GBMS.

"She was the epitome of a dedicated life-long educator who continued to impact the profession in so many ways, including as a working retiree. After leaving the classroom, she worked directly with teachers to analyze assessment data, enhance instructional technology, and make action plans to increase student achievement as an instructional technology coach. While serving in that capacity, she also stepped in to serve as assistant to the superintendent and secretary to the board for the past decade," said Stapleton.

Only earlier in this school year had she switched to working in a part-time capacity. She continued working right up until she got sick with the virus during the Christmas break.

"With over five weeks of fighting, we are all saddened that this dreadful virus has won against her. She has been a blessed part of our family and will be very sorely missed going forward. She was a strong Christian and loved by everyone that had the pleasure of meeting and interacting with her during her time here in this world," said stepson Kerek Bearden, who thanks everyone for the prayers and support.

Funeral services were Sunday, February 21, 2021 at Barnwell County Memorial Cemetery (Airport) at 2 p.m.

Memorials may be made to Southeastern Children's Home, P.O. Box 339, Duncan, S.C. 29334.

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Barnwell School District 45 is grieving the loss of one of its educators. Jaci Bearden, 68, an instructional technology coach and administrative assistant to the superintendent, died Sunday, Feb. 7 of complications from COVID-19. She had been in education for 45 years, including the past 23 years in Barnwell.

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Special Ed Assistant
Mossy Creek Elementary
Aiken

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NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. (WJBF) - The Aiken County community is mourning the loss of a teacher. She was a beloved part of the team at Mossy Creek Elementary School.

Janice Dawkins' life was filled with faith and love. And her legacy, no doubt like many teachers, impacts this world.

"Oh, I had a beautiful little sister to come home that I could play with. A lot of joy that we had growing up together," Cathy Grant told NewsChannel 6.

You won't hear any bad big sister stories coming from Cathy Grant about her younger sister Janice Veronica Newsome Dawkins. Instead, you will hear stories like this one.

"Janice decided that she was going to go get in the car. Well, I didn't know she was going to actually knock it out of gear. And all of a sudden the car started to roll. Daddy had a green, 500 Galaxy Ford. Next thing you know, that Galaxy Ford was into the house. I hollered, mama!"

And she was just 9-years-old then, Grant recalled.

Now, the 53-year-old educator is being remembered by more than just her family after working as a Special Educational Aid for Mossy Creek Elementary School for the past 15 years.

"She tutored children. She would talk to the parents over the phone. And when they didn't do what they were supposed to do, it hurt her a lot," she said.

Aiken County Public School district issued a statement on the death of Dawkins, which sadly came alongside the death of a student:
We are heartbroken and deeply saddened to learn of the loss of two beloved members of our school district family in Mossy Creek Elementary School special education aide Janice Dawkins and Belvedere Elementary School student Riggs Lindsay. Ms. Dawkins is remembered as an amazing colleague and friend, and Riggs as always smiling with a giggle that was contagious. School district counselors are providing continued support this week for all staff, students, and families affected by these tremendous losses. Information regarding additional counseling resources is being shared with the respective school communities. Our thoughts and prayers will continue to be with both the Dawkins and Lindsay families, as well as the Mossy Creek Elementary School and Belvedere Elementary School families during this most difficult time.

Like many teachers, Dawkins went into the classroom, at least four days a week at Mossy Creek, on the front lines during the pandemic. It's a sacrifice that state Superintendent Molly Spearman said should be met with moving teachers up the vaccination line in order to keep schools staffed properly.

"This changes the game for schools trying to stay open," Superintendent Spearman said to media recently. "This alone gives us a reason to move educators and staff to 1 A."

Outside of the classroom, Dawkins was a faithful member of Second Providence Baptist Church where she sang in the mass choir. And her love for children extended there too.

"Our Angel Tree supports our schools at Christmas time with presents for the children," Grant said. "So, Janice took over to make sure that Mossy Creek was added to our list."

Dawkins leaves behind her husband Wade and her daughter Makayla, who loved ones say is a college student upstate. And her love for her family is something her nephew Lucas Grant will always remember.

"Her kind heart, hear warm heart," he exclaimed. "She would take the shirt off her back and give it to anyone. I know my family is going to miss this. They looked at me as if I'm the one that did this, but I'm not. My aunt would always get with me and say hey, when we going to do our family dinner?"

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Beloved SC elementary school teacher remembered after COVID-19 death

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NORTH AUGUSTA, S.C. (WJBF) - The Aiken County community is mourning the loss of a teacher. She was a beloved part of the team at Mossy Creek Elementary School. Janice Dawkins' life was filled with faith and love. And her legacy, no doubt like many teachers, impacts this world.

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Family & Consumer Sci. Teacher
West Florence High
Florence 1

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Florence One Schools mourning death of beloved teacher

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Florence One Schools is mourning the death of West Florence High School teacher Dorothy Gerald. The school district’s Facebook said, “It is with a heavy heart that we share the news of the passing of our beloved teacher, Ms. Dorothy Gerald.

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Admin Asst. & Basketball Coach
Sumter High
Sumter

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Students, teachers remember Sumter HS coach that lost battle with coronavirus

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SUMTER COUNTY, SC (WACH) -- A Sumter High School student is reflecting on high school basketball coach Ron McBride. McBride passed away from coronavirus this week. Isaac said as a coach he pushed students to play their best, but also to be themselves and that he will miss him a lot.

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Social Studies Teacher
JV Boys Basketball Coach
Lake View High School
Dillon 4

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Reverend Chavis Lee McMillan 55 of Whiteville transitioned into eternal rest on March 23, 2021. He was the pastor of First McDonald Baptist Church in McDonald, NC.

For the safety of you and others face coverings must be worn for the services.

A Graveside Service will be held on Saturday March 27, 2021 at 10:30AM from Washington Cemetery : Spring Branch Road, Tarheel NC; burial will follow.

Survivors are: Wife: Emma McMillan. Daughters: Knicosheianna Flowers and Carol McMillan. Sons: Elaun McMillan and Demarius McArthur-McMillan. Brothers: Roger McMillan, Havis McMillan and James McMillan. Sister: Agnes Simmons. Step children: Sharon McArthur-Lacewell and James McArthur.

To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Rev. Chavis Lee McMillan, please visit our floral store.

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Reverend Chavis Lee McMillan 55 of Whiteville transitioned into eternal rest on March 23, 2021. He was the pastor of First McDonald Baptist Church in McDonald, NC. For the safety of you and others face coverings must be worn for the services.

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Math Teacher
Track and Football Coach
Dreher High
Richland 1

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Dreher assistant football coach, teacher passes away

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COLUMBIA, SC (WACH) - The Dreher High School community is mourning the loss of math teacher and assistant football coach Damien Jackson. The school announced his passing Monday afternoon. In an email sent to parents and students, Dreher High Principal Kevin Hasinger said that Jackson passed away from COVID-19 complications.

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Athletic Director
New Heights Middle School
Chesterfield
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Coach Reginald Dye, 51, of Pageland, South Carolina services are rendered by Flemming Funerals-Pageland. *Funeral services will not be streamed online.*

*Flemming Funeral Home requires that you wear a mask while entering the funeral home for the safety of the public and our staff. Thank You for your cooperation.

*Flemming Funeral Home request that you wear a mask while attending Coach Dye's services for the safety of his family, the public and our staff. Thank you for your cooperation.

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Coach Reginald Dye, 51, of Pageland, South Carolina services are rendered by Flemming Funerals-Pageland. *Funeral services will not be streamed online.* *Flemming Funeral Home requires that you wear a mask while entering the funeral home for the safety of the public and our staff. Thank You for your cooperation.

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Special Education Teacher
Ninety Six Elementary
Greenwood 52

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English Teacher
Whitlock Flexible Learning Center
Spartanburg 7

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Mrs. Lou Ann Long Parris, age 63 of Spartanburg, passed away Saturday, April 24, 2021 at Spartanburg Regional Medical Center after a brief illness.

Mrs. Parris was born in Union, June 19, 1957, a daughter of Patricia Willard "Pat" Long of Union and the late John D. Long, III. She was a 1975 graduate of Union High School, received her Bachelor's degree from Columbia College and a Master's degree in English from Converse College. Mrs. Parris was employed with Spartanburg County School District Seven and taught English at Whitlock Flexible Learning Center. She had been a teacher for over 40 years and was of the Baptist faith.

Surviving in addition to her mother are a daughter, Neely Parris of the home; two brothers, Stephen W. Long and wife Janet of Moore and Billy Long and wife Tammie of Jonesville; a granddaughter Kylee Wallace of the home; nieces and nephews, Tee Farr and wife Stacy, Conner Correll, Emily Correll, Michael Roark and Drew Long; and great-nephews, Will, Jackson and Samuel Farr. Mrs. Parris was predeceased by a sister, Mary Jane Long.

A celebration of life service will be held at 2:00 PM Tuesday, April 27, 2021 at Union Memorial Gardens conducted by Rev. Brad Goodale and Rev. Dr. Steven Owensby. The family will receive friends at the cemetery immediately following the service. Those in attendance are asked to follow COVID-19 protocol for face masks and social distancing.

In lieu of flowers, memorial may be made to C-4 Ministries, P.O. Box 253, Union, SC 29379.

The family will be at the home of her mother, Pat Long, 312 Springdale Dr., Union.

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Mrs. Lou Ann Long Parris, age 63 of Spartanburg, passed away Saturday, April 24, 2021 at Spartanburg Regional Medical Center after a brief illness. Mrs. Parris was born in Union, June 19, 1957, a daughter of Patricia Willard "Pat" Long of Union and the late John D. Long, III.

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16 year old boy
Andrew Jackson High
Lancaster

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LANCASTER COUNTY, S.C. (WSOC/CNN) - A South Carolina high school opened the school year on a very sad note Monday after a 16-year-old student's death from COVID just days earlier.

"He loved being active, he was in my gym class, he liked to talk to everybody, he always talked good about everybody," classmate Seth Marshall says of the victim. "It just hit different he wasn't family, but you know it hit like family, it was a very devastating moment."

Andrew Jackson High School was expected to be shorthanded when students returned to class because a number of teachers, administrators and even bus drivers were out sick with COVID-19.

School officials have not released the boy's name, but say they learned he wasn't doing well and was airlifted to the hospital where he succumbed to the virus.

His death came days before the start of school and the Lancaster County school superintendent said the virus has touched the district in a major way.

"We're gonna have classrooms without teachers, were gonna have classroom buildings without administrators, because I have administrators out with COVID, I have teachers out with COVID, bus drivers out with COVID, maintenance staff out with COVID," Superintendent Jonathan Phipps said.

Phipps can't mandate masks because of a temporary South Carolina law prohibiting it. So he has pleaded with parents to ask their kids to mask up.

Marshall says his friend's death is proof that COVID is real and dangerous and says it's difficult to think about what he lost.

"It was great seeing him everyday, when you were down he boosted your sprit, he was just that type of man," Marshall said.

The Delta variant is infecting a number of school-age children in Lancaster County. The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control says 12 percent of COVID-19 cases have been in people between the ages of 11 and 20.
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16-year-old SC boy dies from COVID days before start of school

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LANCASTER COUNTY, S.C. (WSOC/CNN) - A South Carolina high school opened the school year on a very sad note Monday after a 16-year-old student's death from COVID just days earlier. "He loved being active, he was in my gym class, he liked to talk to everybody, he always talked good about everybody," classmate Seth Marshall says of the victim.

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Horry

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Horry County Board of Education member Ray Winters has died from complications related to COVID-19, school district officials confirmed Tuesday.

Winters had represented the District 3 area, which includes parts of Carolina Forest and Myrtle Beach, since 2014. He is the second local school board member to die from COVID-19 this year. John Poston succumbed to the disease on Jan. 30.

"Our hearts mourn for him, and our thoughts and prayers are with his wife, Tracy, his daughter Alyssa, and their families," the district said in a prepared statement. "Mr. Winters was a dedicated public servant and deeply committed to the betterment of Horry County Schools and his community. He was a tireless advocate for public education, and we will celebrate his life and be thankful for his contributions and support of our students, their families, and our staff. Please pray for the healing of the hearts of those who knew and loved him."

U.S. Rep. Tom Rice, a former law partner and longtime friend of Winters, had described the school board member's struggle with COVID-19 in an Aug. 11 Facebook post. Rice wrote that Winters was on a ventilator at that time and "in rough shape."

"I believe he is 49 years old," Rice wrote then. "We lost John Poston from the Horry County Board of Education in January. We lost John Rhodes. We lost Robert Rabon. We've lost too many to name here. I pray we don't lose Ray."

Rhodes was a former Myrtle Beach mayor and Rabon had chaired the Horry County Republican Party. Rhodes died Jan. 17 from COVID complications and Rabon succumbed to COVID on Nov. 13.

On Friday, Rice posted an update about Winters' condition, offering positive news.

"Ray has been able to transition to a CPAP machine for several hours at a time and is getting stronger and stronger," Rice wrote, saying that Winters' family asked that everyone keep praying for his continued recovery.

On Tuesday, Rice expressed his condolences.

"Ray Winters was a good man," he said. "He loved his God, his family and his community. He showed it every day."

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Horry County Board of Education member Ray Winters has died from complications related to COVID-19, school district officials confirmed Tuesday. Winters had represented the District 3 area, which includes parts of Carolina Forest and Myrtle Beach, since 2014. He is the second local school board member to die from COVID-19 this year.

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Cafeteria Manager
Flowertown & Newington Elementary
Dorchester 2

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Carla White, 62, of Summerville, wife of Timothy M. White entered into eternal rest on Thursday, August 19, 2021.

Carla was born on March 23, 1959, in Akron, Ohio to the late Robert "Jerry" and Rita Gregory Snyder. She was a 1977 graduate from Lewis County High School in Weston, WV. Carla worked for many years in the retail grocery business in the deli/bakery department. She began at Kroger in Weston, then after moving to Charleston, SC in the mid 1980s she continued working for Kroger who later merged with Bi-Lo where she remained for many more years. More recently she worked for the Dorchester County Schools as a cafeteria manager.

She was a member of Miles Road Baptist Church in Summerville where she volunteered her time in the Children's Ministry either as an Awana leader or Sunday School teacher. She loved working with the children and strived to make each child feel special and loved. She was also part of the hostess team for fellowships and other church related events.

Carla was a blessing to everyone she encountered and was a true servant leader. Carla was a joyful person who loved to cook, socialize with people, and genuinely loved life. She was devoted to her family and was the absolute best wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. Carla was a great mentor and motivator not only at work but in her personal life. Her faith and Christian walk were inspiring to many. Her greatest advice to everyone was to get right with the Lord. She will be terribly missed by all that knew her.

Carla is survived by her husband, Tim; daughter, Kim (Vince) Baldwin and son, TJ (Kailey) White; grandchildren: Jacob Baldwin, McKadyn, Bentley, and Paisley White, all of Summerville; brother, Robert "Yogi" Snyder of Cottageville; nieces, grandnephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, and countless friends.

In addition to her parents, Carla is preceded in death by a granddaughter, Haylie Goodell and sister Rosemary Wyatt.

The relatives and friends of Mr. and Mrs. Timothy M. White are invited to attend her Funeral Service at 11:00 AM, Saturday, August 28, 2021, at Miles Road Baptist Church, 816 Miles Jamison Rd, Summerville. A. Private interment will take place at a later date. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church.

In leu of flowers the family asks for donations be made to Miles Road Baptist Church.

Arrangements by James A. McAlister, Inc. (843) 766-1365

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Carla White, 62, of Summerville, wife of Timothy M. White entered into eternal rest on Thursday, August 19, 2021. Carla was born on March 23, 1959, in Akron, Ohio to the late Robert Jerry and Rita Gregory Snyder. She was a 1977 graduate from Lewis County High School in Weston,

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Cheer Coach
Summerville High School
Dorchester 2
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Spann Elementary
Dorchester 2
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Dorchester 2

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Glenn Arland Poplin, 78, left us on August 23, 2021 with family by his side in Charleston, SC.

Glenn was born on December 21, 1942 in Sumter, SC to Felder and Eva Poplin.

Glenn enjoyed the simple things in life and spent most of his time surrounded by family. He was a beloved husband, dad and Papa.

He is survived by his wife, Jane Poplin of 54 years and seven children; Wendell and Kayne Poplin of Sumter, Arland and Amanda Poplin of Sumter, Samantha and David Williams of Summerville, Cindy and Bobby Veronee of Givhans, Molly and Jason Watkins of Givhans, Johnny and Amanda Poplin of Summerville, Bonnie and Joseph Kowalski of Summerville.

Glenn is also survived by 21 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.

A memorial service will be held Saturday, August 28, 2021 at 1:00 pm at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church located at 10360 Highway 78 East, Summerville, SC 29483. Anyone wishing to visit with the family may do so at 12:00 noon before the memorial service.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Hospital.

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Obituary of Glenn Arland Poplin | Simplicity LowCountry Cremation & Burial Services Inc | Summerville

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Glenn Arland Poplin, 78, left us on August 23, 2021 with family by his side in Charleston, SC. Glenn was born on December 21, 1942 in Sumter, SC to Felder and Eva Poplin. Glenn enjoyed the simple things in life and spent most of his time surrounded by family.

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PE Teacher, Athletic Director, Wrestling Coach
Liberty Middle and High Schools
Pickens

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Legendary high school wrestling coach Nathan Day has died from COVID-19, LowcoSports reported Friday afternoon.

Day left a huge impact at Burton's Battery Creek High School, where he worked for 30 years and served as head wrestling coach for 16.

During his time at Creek, he led the Dolphins to six state championships.

He left the school in 2017 to work at Liberty High School in Pickens County.

He kept up his winning legacy there: In March, four of his wrestlers finished in the top three of their weight class at the state tournament, and two became state champions.

In a 2017 interview with the Beaufort Gazette, Day said that "having individuals and teams that were not supposed to win and managed to surprise people by winning - that is what is most memorable. It is also great to see men that were on the team come back to visit and see how special their high school days were to them."

Across the state, wrestling teams have paid tribute to Day.

"We are saddened to hear about the loss of coach Nathan Day," the Palmetto High School wrestling team Twitter account posted Friday. "His family and (the Liberty High School) wrestling family will be in our thoughts and prayers!"

"Saying prayers for Family of Coach Nathan Day & the Liberty High Wrestlers," posted the Gilbert High School wrestling account. "Coach Day will forever be a SC Wrestling Legend."

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Legendary high school wrestling coach Nathan Day has died from COVID-19, LowcoSports reported Friday afternoon. Day left a huge impact at Burton's Battery Creek High School, where he worked for 30 years and served as head wrestling coach for 16. During his time at Creek, he led the Dolphins to six state championships.

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Custodian
Sandhills Elementary
Dorchester 2

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Robert G. Snyder Jr., 61, of Cottageville, SC passed away Saturday, August 28, 2021. The relatives and friends of Robert G. 'Yogi' Snyder, Jr. are invited to attend his Funeral Service 11:00 AM Saturday, September 4, 2021 at Miles Road Baptist Church, 816 Miles Jamison Road, Summerville.

Yogi, as he was affectionately known to family and friends, was born March 16, 1960, in Akron, Ohio to the late Robert "Jerry" and Rita (Gregory) Snyder. He graduated from Lewis County High School in Weston, WV. He served for four years in the United States Air Force. After returning home, he helped operate family businesses in and around Weston, WV before serving as a deputy at the Lewis County Sheriff's Department. He then worked for the Charleston Police Department in Charleston, SC from 1987-1994. Since then, he has also worked for Bayer, Asi Kasi, Nexans and Strand Tech. Most recently he worked for Dorchester District Two as a custodian.

Yogi enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, but he especially loved being with his dogs: Shed, Lexie, and Maggie. He was the best storyteller and had a great sense of humor. He was the person to call in a crisis, but he was jovial and full of life. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends.

Robert is survived by his daughter; Kayla Snyder of Summerville; Friend, Tonya Conley of Summerville; Brothers-in-law Tim White and Jim Wyatt of Summerville; Nieces Kim (Vince) Baldwin of Summerville and Deanna McDonald of Mt. Pleasant; his nephew TJ (Kailey) White of Summerville; as well great-nephews and nieces, cousins, aunts, and uncles.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by sisters Rosemary Wyatt and Carla White.

Arrangements by James A. McAlister Funerals & Cremation, 1620 Savannah Highway, Charleston. (843) 766-1365.

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Robert G. Snyder Jr., 61, of Cottageville, SC passed away Saturday, August 28, 2021. The relatives and friends of Robert G. Yogi Snyder, Jr. are invited to attend his Funeral Service 1100 AM Saturday, September 4, 2021 at Miles Road Baptist Church, 816 Miles Jamison Road, Summerville. Yogi, as he

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Bookkeeper
Aiken Elementary
Aiken

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9 year old Student
North Augusta Elementary
Aiken

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Ethan T. Blue

Aiken-Memorial services for Ethan T. Blue, 9, will be held on 1:30 pm Saturday September 11, 2021 at Barr-Price Funeral Home Historic B-L Chapel with the Rev. Chris Karter officiating.

Born in Richland County he was the son of Richard Blue and Anna Karter. Ethan was a 4th grade student at North Augusta Elementary School and enjoyed the outdoors cutting grass and fixing stuff.

Ethan is survived by his parents and brothers, Anthony Blue and Eric Karter; grandparents Terry Blue, Sonya Reybold , Patrica Kackmeister (Alan), Pamela Myers, and great grandmother,, Lorene Karter.

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Ethan T. Blue Aiken-Memorial services for Ethan T. Blue, 9, will be held on 1:30 pm Saturday September 11, 2021 at Barr-Price Funeral Home Historic B-L Chapel with the Rev. Chris Karter officiating. Born in Richland County he was the son of Richard Blue and Anna Karter.

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15 year old Student
Aiken High School
Aiken

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Hi, my name is Ronnie, and I am the proud papa of this amazing girl. Emily was a special girl. Even though she was blind, wheelchair-bound, non-verbal, and suffered from seizures, you never saw her without a smile on her face. Emily truly loved life. Emily was full of energy, loved being around family and friends, and always brought a smile to everyone's face. If you knew Emily, you loved Emily. Unfortunately, Emily was taken from our family on September 1, 2021, at 5:55 AM at just 15 years old due to COVID-19.

Emily loved music, cruises, and dancing in her wheelchair. She was in 10th grade and absolutely loved school, especially the bus ride to and from school. Most of all Emily loved her family and friends. Her face would light up anytime someone would speak to her. Her sister was her best friend. They enjoyed going on walks outside, swinging, and she loved when her sister would sing to her. Bailey, their lab, would jump in Emily's bed and snuggle against her, and she would always find a way to pet him. He loved her as much as she loved him. For many years Emily played on a buddy baseball team. She would scream with laughter when she was pushed in her wheelchair from base to base. She participated in Special Olympics and loved every moment of it. We are absolutely devastated, and there are no words to describe how much Emily will be missed by all who knew her.

Emily touched so many lives in her short 15 years we were blessed with her. She truly made the world a better place. Her loss will be felt heavily for a long time to come by her family, friends, and all who loved her. The family has been asked what can be done for us at this time. I started this GoFundMe, and the donations will go towards the funeral expenses, as well as support for Emily's family while they take the time they need to learn a new way of life without an important part of their family, to relish in the memories, share stories, cry, laugh, hug and grieve together. However, your thoughts and prayers are just as needed and appreciated as we all navigate through this together. Thank you for your outpouring of love and support for our family, and most of all for our precious Emily, that is gone too soon.

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Hi, my name is Ronnie, and I am the proud papa of this amazing girl. Emily was a special girl. Even though she was blind, wheelchair-bound, non-verbal, and suffered from seizures, you never saw her without a smile on her face. Emily truly loved life.

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Special Education Specialist
Rudolph Gordon School
Greenville

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SIMPSONVILLE, SC (WYFF/WMBF) - An Upstate teacher has died of COVID-19, sources told WYFF News 4 Thursday.

Lori Hall was a teacher at Rudolph Gordon School in Simpsonville. The school teaches students in kindergarten through eighth grade.

Hall was a special education specialist, according to the school's website.

The Greenville County School District confirmed Hall's death Thursday evening, saying:

"We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Lori Hall, and will not fail to remember her family during this very difficult loss. For more than 20 years she selflessly served children and families, which means the positive impact she made on our community will be felt for years to come."

School district spokesperson Tim Waller said Hall taught at Rudolph Gordon School since 2015.

She previously taught at Sue Cleveland Elementary, Berea Middle and Plain Elementary, Waller said.

Friends and colleagues rallied behind Hall this week, sharing on social media she was fighting COVID in the hospital. There, they asked everyone at Rudolph Gordon and around the district to wear purple Monday, Hall's favorite color.

Rudolph Gordon principal Rhonda Rhodes sent the following message to Rudolph Gordon families:

"It is with great sadness that I share with you the passing of our beloved teacher Mrs. Lori Hall. She has been a fixture at Rudolph Gordon for seven years and will be greatly missed. In the coming days we will do our best to support and comfort her family and our entire RGS Family in every way we can. Trained grief counselors will be present in our school and ready to assist teachers or students who need someone to talk to. Please let us know if you have concerns about your child. We will discuss at a later time the best way to honor and memorialize Mrs. Hall's time at Rudolph Gordon. Thank you, as always for your support of our school and community especially during this challenging time."
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SIMPSONVILLE, SC (WYFF/WMBF) - An Upstate teacher has died of COVID-19, sources told WYFF News 4 Thursday. Lori Hall was a teacher at Rudolph Gordon School in Simpsonville. The school teaches students in kindergarten through eighth grade. Hall was a special education specialist, according to the school's website.

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9 year old boy
North Augusta Elementary
Aiken

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AIKEN, SC (WJBF) - Earlier this week, the Children's Hospital of Georgia confirmed a death of a child hospitalized at their facility.

Friday, the Aiken County Coroner's Office was able to confirm that a 9-year-old child from Aiken County died at the facility Wednesday, Sept. 1st, and that the child died after contracting COVID-19.

The child, a 9-year-old boy, was a student at North Augusta Elementary School, according to the Aiken County Schools. The boy was a 4th Grader.

There is at least one other death of an Aiken County student being investigated for being related to having contracted COVID-19, according to the Aiken County Coroner's Office.

Tuesday, Aiken County Schools reported their COVID-19 cases and number of quarantines to South Carolina Department of Public Health. For the week t August 22nd through August 28th, the school system was able to report 298 confirmed, active COVID-19 cases among its student population, with 43 cases among its employees. As of that reporting, less than five students at North Augusta Elementary had tested positive for COVID-19, with 35, or 5% of students, quarantining.

A special called meeting of the Aiken County School Board has been scheduled for Tuesday, Sept. 7th, from 6 until 9 p.m. This meeting was called Wednesday at the request of Board Chairman Dr. John Bradley.

The meeting will be held at the District Office at 1000 Brookhaven Dr. in Aiken. The wearing of masks or face coverings is highly encouraged Seating will be limited to provide social distancing.

Aiken County Schools have not yet notified the families of the student's classmates that the death was related to COVID-19. According to a spokesperson for Aiken County Schools, this decision was made to allow the grieving family "the opportunity to share the news in the way they felt best."

Currently, when COVID-19 cases are confirmed at an Aiken School, school officials are tasked with contact tracing and notifying any individuals that have been within 6 feet of the individual with a confirmed case of COVID-19 for more than 15 minutes over a 24-hour-span.

As of the week of August 22 nd through August 28 th, 4039 Aiken County students in the public school system were in active quarantine - more than 17 percent of the overall school population.

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AIKEN, SC (WJBF) - Earlier this week, the Children's Hospital of Georgia confirmed a death of a child hospitalized at their facility. Friday, the Aiken County Coroner's Office was able to confirm that a 9-year-old child from Aiken County died at the facility Wednesday, Sept. 1st, and that the child died after contracting COVID-19.

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Special Education Assistant
South Middle School
Lancaster

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Obituary For Mary Montgomery

Ms. Mary Delorise Montgomery, 65, entered into eternal rest on Saturday September 4th, 2021, at MUSC Health Lancaster in Lancaster, South Carolina.

She was the daughter of the late Woodrow and Willie Mae Stevenson Montgomery and was born September 17th, 1955, in Lancaster, South Carolina.

Mary was a 1973 graduate of Lancaster High School.

Mary was employed with the Lancaster County School System.

Left to cherish her memories are her son Murray Montgomery; one granddaughter, Khloe Montgomery; two sisters, Gloria Montgomery, and Josephine Alexander (William).

Graveside Service will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, September 11, 2021, at Lancaster Memorial Park. Services will be conducted by Pastor Pamela Williams and Pastor Rosalind Wilson.
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Ms. Mary Delorise Montgomery, 65, entered into eternal rest on Saturday September 4th, 2021, at MUSC Health Lancaster in Lancaster, South Carolina. She was the daughter of the late Woodrow and Willie Mae Stevenson Montgomery and was born September 17th, 1955, in Lancaster, South Carolina. Mary was a 1973 graduate of Lancaster High School.

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Gateway to Technology Teacher
Bluffton Middle School
Beaufort

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Terry Wisdom, a teacher at Bluffton Middle School, died Wednesday from COVID-19 complications.

Wisdom was a Gateway to Technology teacher whose classes included design and modeling, medical detectives and automation and robotics.

"Mr. Wisdom's students and colleagues will remember him as the witty colleague, a tremendous family man, and lover of all things Oklahoma," principal Matt Hall wrote in a Wednesday email to parents.

"He was supportive, dependable, always willing to give of himself to others, and an enormous advocate for his Project Lead the Way content, his Robotics team, and the football and track programs."

Hall said in the email that students will be informed of Wisdom's death Thursday, and that additional counselors will be on hand at the school.

The school will give parents details about funeral arrangements and ways to support Wisdom's family "as soon as they are available," Hall wrote.

Beaufort County School District has not made numbers available for COVID-19 infections and quarantines by school.

However, district spokesperson Candace Bruder said Tuesday that Bluffton Middle had one of the highest rates of infection among the district's 31 schools last week, along with Bluffton High School, Hilton Head Island High School and Hilton Head Island Middle School.

On Aug. 30, Hall told parents in an email that the school "has had to begin quarantining entire classrooms."

"If we continue to see a rise in Covid cases in our school, we will need to quarantine our ENTIRE school for at least two weeks and move to 100% online learning," Hall wrote, adding that he was "highly encouraging masks in our school building."

Between Aug. 30 and Sunday, the Beaufort County School District logged 236 new COVID-19 cases, with 220 of those infections among students and 16 among staff.

During the same time period, 2,839 students and 49 staff were in quarantine, which is a new record for the district. About one in every eight BCSD students was quarantined last week.

Since school began on Aug. 16, the district has recorded 670 COVID-19 cases. About 2.7% of BCSD's combined student and staff population of 24,400 has tested positive for COVID-19 in the past three weeks.

This story was originally published September 8, 2021 4:40 PM.

Rachel Jones covers education for the Island Packet and the Beaufort Gazette. She attended the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and has worked for the Daily Tar Heel and Charlotte Observer. She has won awards from the South Carolina Press Association, Associated College Press and North Carolina College Media Association for feature writing and education reporting.

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Terry Wisdom, a teacher at Bluffton Middle School, died Wednesday from COVID-19 complications. Wisdom was a Gateway to Technology teacher whose classes included design and modeling, medical detectives and automation and robotics. "Mr. Wisdom's students and colleagues will remember him as the witty colleague, a tremendous family man, and lover of all things Oklahoma," principal Matt Hall wrote in a Wednesday email to parents.

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Science Teacher and Drama Director
Williston-Elko High
Williston 29

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WILLISTON, S.C. (WRDW/WAGT) - The Williston community is mourning a beloved high school science teacher who died this week.

Linda Alsept died Wednesday after teaching in Williston School District 29 for more than 25 years, the district announced.

She taught chemistry, physics and physical science at Williston-Elko High School.

"Mrs. Alsept touched the lives of many scholars, parents, and staff. Her reach went well beyond the walls of her classroom, serving as an extracurricular Drama instructor for 25 years, where she directed and orchestrated sold-out and stellar performances year after year," the district posted on Facebook.

The district counseling staff as well as mental health counselors, will be available. Anyone who needs them is urged to call 803-266-3110.

"The W5D29 Board of Trustees, Administration, Faculty and Staff offer our sincerest condolences and prayers to the Alsept family," the district said.
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WILLISTON, S.C. (WRDW/WAGT) - The Williston community is mourning a beloved high school science teacher who died this week. Linda Alsept died Wednesday after teaching in Williston School District 29 for more than 25 years, the district announced. She taught chemistry, physics and physical science at Williston-Elko High School. "Mrs.

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Special Education Teacher
South Middle School
Lancaster
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Dorchester 2
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DORCHESTER COUNTY, S.C. (WCSC) - Dorchester County School District Two confirmed that a bus driver has died this past week.

The district confirmed that Dorchester District Two bus driver Cynthia Jackson has died and they say they offer their sympathy to her family and friends.

"The Dorchester School District Two family is saddened by the passing of school bus driver Cynthia Jackson," Dorchester School District Two Public Information Officer Pat Raynor said. "We offer our heartfelt sympathy to her family and the Transportation Department staff members."

Reports say Jackson drove along route 84 and had been working with the district since 2015.

The district did not say whether or not the death was COVID related. It is however the fifth Dorchester District 2 employee to die since the beginning of this school year.

Back in August, the district said that four of their employees had died since the beginning of that month. While they could not discuss the nature of those deaths because of privacy regulations, the family of one employee who died says she died of COVID.

Knightsville Elementary teacher Clair Baisley's husband Scott Baisley says his wife fought the virus for three weeks before losing her fight.
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DORCHESTER COUNTY, S.C. (WCSC) - Dorchester County School District Two confirmed that a bus driver has died this past week. The district confirmed that Dorchester District Two bus driver Cynthia Jackson has died and they say they offer their sympathy to her family and friends.

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Counselor
Dorman High School
Spartanburg 6
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Samuel Martin Etheredge

Spartanburg, SC: Samuel Martin Etheredge departed this life peacefully on Monday, September 13, 2021, in Spartanburg Regional Hospital.

He was the son of Rebecca Adams Etheredge and the late Willie Martin Etheredge, was born in Brooklyn, NY, on June 22, 1969. His family moved to Saluda, SC, a few years later, September 1973. While in high school, Sam played jv and varsity basketball, he was a member of the marching band, and even drove a school bus before graduating from Saluda High School in 1987. Sam furthered his education and gain an Associate's Degree from Spartanburg Methodist College, a Bachelor's Degree from Limestone College, and a Master's from Webster University.

While making a home for himself in Spartanburg, SC, Sam worked multiple occupations and was a member of various organizations. He was employed with Spartanburg County DSS as well as a delivery driver for the Spartanburg Herald newspaper. He gained a black belt in martial arts before going on to teach women and kids karate classes. He was a member of Spartanburg's Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) and Bare Bones Bible Study Group. He was also worked numerous years with St Luke's Hospital as a discharge planner. In addition, he ran his own business, Samuel M. Etheredge, and Associates, teaching multiple classes, including parenting, domestic violence, and anger management. He also ran his leadership boot camps. He also worked as a counselor at Steps for Hope, an organization designed to help domestic violence and sexual assault victims. Along with all this, Sam also made time to work with the students at Dorman High School as a Youth Stop Counselor. In 2016 Sam gained his favorite title, grandfather, with the birth of his grandson Brendyn Thomas.

He is remembered today by his mother, Rebecca A. Etheredge of Saluda, SC,; daughter, Courtney K. Etheredge and grandson Brendyn Thomas of Spartanburg, SC; step-son Nolan Brown of Spartanburg, SC; step-daughters Jasmine and Natalie Jones, Spartanburg, SC; brothers Alexander Etheredge (Candice) of Saluda, SC , Charles Lewis of Tuscaloosa, AL, Travis Etheredge of Greenwood, SC, Jerry Kirk of Aiken, SC; sisters Laronda Glover (Damon) of Atlanta, GA, Camesha Rhodes of Aiken, SC, Nicole Rhodes o Atlanta, GA, Lillian Rhodes of Saluda, SC, Bridget Wertz of Saluda, SC; Aunt Janie Wiggins (Ashley) of Tarboro, NC; Uncle Leon Dash of Clearwater, Flordia; Niece Alexis Etheredge of Saluda, SC; nephews Roderick Etheredge of Saluda, SC and Xavier Glover of Atlanta, GA as well as numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.

A Celebration of his Life will be held on Sunday at 12 p.m. at Crossroad UMC, 1269 McCormick Highway, Saluda, SC. The body will be placed in the church at 11 a.m. Viewing will be held Saturday 1-7 p.m. at the funeral funeral home.

Due to the rise of the Virus please follow the CDC guidelines when visiting and during the service by practicing social distancing and wearing a mask.

Please pray for this family as they go through their hour of bereavement.

The family is at the home of his mother, Rebecca A. Etheredge, 114 Trinity Road, Saluda, SC.

In lieu of flowers, donations maybe made to Crossroad UMC, In memory of Samuel Etheredge, Post Office Box 44, Saluda, SC 29138.

Butler and Sons Funeral Home is assisting the Etheredge Family.

For all that don't have access to Facebook you can call ( 1-727-731-0362) ten minutes early. Please put all phones on mute while the service is going on. Also the church has live streaming of the service go to Crossroads1269 on Facebook Live.

To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Samuel Martin Etheredge, please visit our floral store.

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Obituary for Samuel Martin Etheredge | Butler & Sons Funeral Home and Cremation

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Samuel Martin Etheredge Spartanburg, SC: Samuel Martin Etheredge departed this life peacefully on Monday, September 13, 2021, in Spartanburg Regional Hospital. He was the son of Rebecca Adams Etheredge and the late Willie Martin Etheredge, was born in Brooklyn, NY, on June 22, 1969. His family moved to Saluda, SC, a few years later, September 1973.

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ESOL Teacher
College Park Elementary
Berkeley

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Diana Maria Woloshin - View Obituary & Service Information

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11 year old Student
Whale Branch Middle School
Beaufort
https://www.wtoc.com/2021/09/09/whale-branch-middle/

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Master Elijah Allen 11, of Beaufort, died Tuesday, September 14, 2021, at his residence.

He is the son of Andre' Allen and Monique Eilets and the grandson of Robert and Mae Allen and Frank and Roberta Mullen.

Public Viewing: will be held from 4-7 PM on Monday September 20, 2021 at Marshel's Wright Donaldson. 1814 Greene Street, Beaufort, SC, 29902

Celebration of Life: will be held at 11:00 AM on Tuesday September 21, 2021 at The Harold E. Donaldson Memorial Park located across the street from the funeral home.
The Public Viewing on the day of the Service will be held from 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM at the Harold E. Donaldson Memorial Park.
The family encourages friends attending the celebration of Life to bring a chair.
The Celebration of Life will be Live-streamed on the Marshel's Wright Donaldson Facebook Page beginning at 10:50 AM on Tuesday, the link to that page is posted below:

www.Facebook.com/MarshelsFH

To send a flower arrangement or to plant trees in memory of Elijah Allen, please click here to visit our Sympathy Store.

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Obituary for Elijah Allen at Marshel's Wright-Donaldson Home for Funerals

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Master Elijah Allen 11, of Beaufort, died Tuesday, September 14, 2021, at his residence. He is the son of Andre Allen and Monique Eilets and the grandson of Robert and Mae Allen and Frank and Roberta Mullen. Public Viewing will be held from 4-7 PM on Monday September 20, 2021

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14 year old Student
Darlington High School
Darlington
https://www.yandyfh.com/obituaries/Amoni-Puyol?obId=22361336

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'We lost her:' Brother opens up about losing 14-year-old sister to COVID-19 in Darlington

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14-year-old Amoni Puyol passed away last week following a three week battle with coronavirus, according to her brother Stephon Kelly. Kelly said his little sister got sick with the virus and their mother tried to help her get through it with medicine, but she only got worse.

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Science Teacher and Volleyball Coach
Darlington Middle School
Darlington
https://wpde.com/amp/news/local/students-staff-mourning-death-of-darlington-teacher-volleyball-coach

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It is with heartfelt sorrow that the management and staff of Mitchell-Josey Funeral Home, Inc. announces the passing of Ms. Jackqueline Lowery of Darlington. Ms. Lowery transitioned peacefully on Saturday, September 18, 2021 in a Charlotte, NC hospital following a brief illness.

Funeral arrangements are incomplete and plans will be announced at a later date.

Visitation for relatives and friends will be held at the residence, 426 Lawson Road, Darlington. Please wear mask upon visiting the residence.

Please keep the Joint and Lowery families in your thoughts and prayers.

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Obituary for Ms. Jackqueline Lowery | Mitchell-Josey Funeral Home, Inc., Darlington, SC

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It is with heartfelt sorrow that the management and staff of Mitchell-Josey Funeral Home, Inc. announces the passing of Ms. Jackqueline Lowery of Darlington. Ms. Lowery transitioned peacefully on Saturday, September 18, 2021 in a Charlotte, NC hospital following a brief...

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SRO
Drayton Mills Elementary
Spartanburg 7

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SPARTANBURG, SC (FOX Carolina) - The Spartanburg County Sheriff's Office is mourning the passing of Deputy John William "Petey" Berry who sadly passed on Sunday.

"Petey" had been with the agency since 2016 and was assigned to the school resource officer division, according to the sheriff's office. He passed away from a non-work related illness.

The sheriff's office said, "Since his diagnosis, we have been supporting his family with our thoughts, prayers, and deeds and will continue to do so in these difficult days ahead. We request that their privacy be respected during this trying time."

The sheriff's office posted another statement on his passing this afternoon.

"It's with heavy hearts that the Spartanburg County Sheriff's Office announces the passing of one of our own. Deputy First Class John William 'Petey' Berry passed away yesterday, September 19, 2021. Deputy Berry came to the SCSO in 2016 after serving with the Spartanburg City Police Dept from 2011-2016. Deputy Berry was part of the Special Services Division serving as a School Resource Officer at Drayton Mills Elementary School since 2017. Deputy Berry leaves behind a wife and two children.

Deputy Berry will be greatly missed, his smile, his personality, and his laughter could make anyone's day brighter. Being an SRO in an elementary school Deputy Berry was able to share those traits with the children, undoubtedly touching many young lives. Please join Sheriff Wright and the entire SCSO family in remembering the family of Deputy Berry in your prayers.

'For the next few days you will see a stripe across the badges on many officers' chest or belts. This stripe tells a story. The story began many years ago and has no end in sight. Ask the officer to tell you the story. There are tales of laughter and sadness. There are encounters with fear, evil, heroism, and compassion. You will learn about failures and celebrate triumphs. You will learn of a character that wasn't perfect but tried everyday to love others and make a community a little better...Many refer to this book as The Brotherhood and this Chapter belongs to Petey Berry.' SCSO Deputy B Jonson, fellow SRO to Deputy Berry."

Spartanburg County School District Three also released a statement regarding his passing:

"Our hearts go out to Mrs. Allison Berry, Principal of Pacolet Elementary School, for the loss of her husband, Deputy Petey Berry. Officer Berry was an outstanding community leader driven to make our communities a better and safer place for all, while being a model parent for his children, Molly and Will. His legacy will be forever remembered. Please keep the Berry family in your thoughts and prayers."

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Spartanburg County deputies mourning loss of Deputy 'Petey' Berry

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SPARTANBURG, SC (FOX Carolina) - The Spartanburg County Sheriff's Office is mourning the passing of Deputy John William "Petey" Berry who sadly passed on Sunday. "Petey" had been with the agency since 2016 and was assigned to the school resource officer division, according to the sheriff's office.

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Raquel Bottaro - View Obituary & Service Information

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Early Childhood SpEd Teacher
Lake City Early Childhood Center of the Arts
Florence 3

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Board of Trustees and
Sports Activity Council Coach
Spartanburg 5

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SPARTANBURG, SC (FOX Carolina)- Spartanburg District Five is mourning the death of Jeff Proper, a Board of Trustee member who sadly passed away.

District officials said Proper passed away on Tuesday, September 28.

Proper was first elected to the Board of Trustees in November 2015. Officials said Proper faithfully served the district through a time of growth but remained a strong advocate for teachers and students.

"Jeff Proper was an incredible champion for Spartanburg District Five Schools, and believed in our mission of every child, every day," said Superintendent Dr. Randall Gary. "He leaves a void on our board, and in our hearts, that we won't be able to fill."

During his time on the Board of Trustees, Proper served on the curriculum and instruction committee and the finance committee. Proper was also a member of the board of RD Anderson Applied Technology Center, according to officials.

"Our hearts are broken at the news of this loss," shared District Five Board Chair Julie McMakin. "Jeff was a strong supporter of District Five schools, and we're going to miss him tremendously. Our prayers are with his wife, children and family."

Officials said Proper also served in multiple roles for the District Five Sports Activity Council (D5 SAC).
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Member of the Board of Trustees for Spartanburg District Five passes away

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SPARTANBURG, SC (FOX Carolina)- Spartanburg District Five is mourning the death of Jeff Proper, a Board of Trustee member who sadly passed away. District officials said Proper passed away on Tuesday, September 28. Proper was first elected to the Board of Trustees in November 2015.

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6th Grade Science Teacher
Camden Middle School
Kershaw

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JoAnna Robertson was only 43 when she passed away on Monday.

CAMDEN, S.C. - Kershaw County is mourning the loss of one a beloved teachers this week.

43-year-old JoAnna Robertson was a 6th grade science teacher at Camden Middle School. She passed away on Monday.

"It's saddened us that we've lost JoAnna Robertson as a part of our team at Camden Middle School," said school principal Byron Johnson. "I know she's going to be missed, and it's not just by students here at Camden Middle School,"

Johnson says although it was her first year at that school, she had already touched so many. "She was definitely a unique teacher with an infectious personality."

Johnson says the school is working together to be there for each other now that they've lost one of their own. "I try my best to be strong for my staff and my students but I remind everybody that we're all human and, at some point and time, we're just going to hit a wall. And when you hit that wall, look to your left, look to your right, there's someone you can depend on and help you through that situation."

It is with extremely heavy hearts that the Kershaw County School District announces that JoAnna Robertson, a beloved 6th...
Posted by Kershaw County School District on Tuesday, October 5, 2021

Robertson was a graduate of USC Sumter and had been teaching for over 10 years.

A service will be held in Cheraw on Saturday where she lived with her two daughters and husband.

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Camden Middle School science teacher passes away

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JoAnna Robertson was only 43 when she passed away on Monday. CAMDEN, S.C. - Kershaw County is mourning the loss of one a beloved teachers this week. 43-year-old JoAnna Robertson was a 6th grade science teacher at Camden Middle School. She passed away on Monday.

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Anderson Co. school teacher dies after battling COVID-19

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Math Teacher and Soccer Coach
Belton Middle, Belton Honea Path High
Anderson 2

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ANDERSON, SC (FOX Carolina) - An Anderson County middle school teacher has died after battling COVID-19, according to Anderson School District Two.

Andrew Swift passed away Tuesday night, according to the district.

Swift was diagnosed with COVID-19 in late August and after battling at home for several days, he was taken to the hospital.

Swift worked at both Belton Elementary School and Belton Middle School and was a coach for the district.

A GoFundMe has been set up in Swift's name to help the family with medical expenses.
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Anderson Co. school teacher dies after battling COVID-19

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ANDERSON, SC (FOX Carolina) - An Anderson County middle school teacher has died after battling COVID-19, according to Anderson School District Two. Andrew Swift passed away Tuesday night, according to the district. Swift was diagnosed with COVID-19 in late August and after battling at home for several days, he was taken to the hospital.

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Obituaries in Augusta, GA | The Augusta Chronicle

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Teacher’s Aide
Mossy Creek Elementary
Aiken

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Lesa Tudor Lamback

North Augusta, South Carolina-Mrs. Lesa Tudor Lamback, 56, of North Augusta, SC, entered into rest on Tuesday, October 5th, 2021 after fighting a long and courageous battle against Covid.

Mrs. Lamback was born on March 2nd, 1965 to Richard and Vera Tudor. She grew up in the Graniteville, SC area with her brothers and sisters. She graduated from North Augusta Senior High School in 1983 and received her Associates Degree in Business from Kerr Business College in 1985. She met the love of her life, Marvin, and married him in December of 1984. They went on to have three children and two grandchildren. Mrs. Lamback enjoyed raising her two grandsons, lunches with her sisters, working at Mossy Creek Elementary School as a teacher's aide, and attending Friday night football games at North Augusta High School. She looked forward to her yearly beach vacations with her family and anniversary trips with her husband. Mrs. Lamback was a very loving, patient, caring, hard-working, and loyal individual who will be greatly missed by all those who had the pleasure of knowing her.

Mrs. Lamback was preceded in death by her parents- Richard and Vera Tudor; brother- Albert Jeffcoat, and sister- Lea Tudor Franklin. She is survived by her husband and best friend of thirty-six years, Marvin; son, Marvin Gerald "Gerry" Lamback, III; daughters- Jessica (Clarke) Palmer and Jennifer (Ashton) Hall; two grandsons- Matthew and Luke Lamback; sisters- Deborah (Chuck) Collins, Lena (Mickey) McLeroy, Lynn (Mark) Medlock; and brother- Edward Jeffcoat; and many cousins, nieces, and nephews.

The family will receive friends and family on Saturday, October 16, 2021 from 11 A.M. - 1 P.M. in the back parking lot at Mossy Creek Elementary School for a drop-in style outdoor memorial. Masks are strongly encouraged per the family's wishes. Pastor Paul Noe from Sweetwater Baptist Church will be present to provide words of encouragement and prayer. In lieu of flowers, a donation box will be available on this date for financial contributions to college accounts for Mrs. Lamback's grandsons. The family would like to thank everyone for their prayers and support through this difficult time.

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Obituaries in Augusta, GA | The Augusta Chronicle

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Lesa Tudor Lamback North Augusta, South Carolina-Mrs. Lesa Tudor Lamback, 56, of North Augusta, SC, entered into rest on Tuesday, October 5th, 2021 after fighting a long and courageous battle against Covid. Mrs. Lamback was born on March 2nd, 1965 to Richard and Vera Tudor.

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Beloved teacher from Spartanburg School District One passes away

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Science Teacher
Landrum High
Spartanburg 1

https://www.thewoodmortuary.com/m/obituaries/Jennifer-Johnson-18/Memories

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Beloved teacher from Spartanburg School District One passes away

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SPARTANBURG, SC (FOX CAROLINA) - An Upstate teacher has died after teaching for more than 20 years, according to Spartanburg School District One.

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History Teacher
Union County High School
Union

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Obituary for Rev. John L. Melton, III | Kiser Funeral Home

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CATE Protective Services Teacher
Cheraw High School
Chesterfield

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Obituary for Rev. John L. Melton, III | Kiser Funeral Home

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Obituary for Farena Bradley at Suburban Funeral Home

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Computer Science Teacher
Sangaree Middle School
Berkeley

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February 28, 1980 - December 24, 2021

"With tears of sorrow, we cry each day, in angel's arms you were carried away. Our memories of love and laughter shall not fade, for inside our hearts you will always stay."

With sorrowful hearts we announce the transition of Ms. Farena Jessica Bradley , 41, of Goose Creek, South Carolina onFriday, December 24, 2021.
Due to COVID, seating in the sanctuary will be limited to allow for social distancing.
A virtual option will be provided to join the funeral.Joining the service via Live Streaming is HIGHLY RECOMMEND, using the following information: https://www.facebook.com/Suburban-Funeral-HOME-716155941872709/

Her Celebration of Life service will be on Friday, January 7, 2022 at Mt Moriah Missionary Baptist Church, North Charleston, South Carolina at 12 Noon.

There will be a viewing for Ms. Bradley on Thursday from 4-8PM at Suburban Funeral Home Chapel.

Interment will be in the Johnson Cemetery in Cross, South Carolina.
Facial Masks and Social Distancing practices will be strictly enforced during the visitation and celebration of life services.
Farena was a beloved daughter, sister, aunt, Soror, educator, colleague and friend to all who loved and knew her. Her cherished essence of life is one that will comfort the hearts of her family.

The most precious memories of Farena will resound in the life of her loving sisters, Belicia (Alrecho) Reaves and Marquita Bradley. Her beloved nephew and neice : Darius and Alicia Reaves. Her aunts: Mary Wilson, Min. Janie Mae (James) McCray, Freezie (Rev. Rufus) Gillard, Linda Mazyck, Margie Smalls, Mary Wilson , Deverly President and Patricia Whitten. Her uncles: Richard Bradley, Cleveland (Evelyn) Bradley, Deacon Sam (Jackie) Bradley Jr., Eddie (Doris) Bradley, Jonathan (Louvenia) Bradley, Kenneth Jenkins and Raymond President. Three beautiful God children: Jonathan Hill, Andrew E. Marshall III, and Justus Cree Rossington; An adoring adopted brother, E. Spencer (Pathenia) Scott I, a host of cousins and special friends.

On behalf of the Bradley family, they graciously express their sincere utmost appreciation for all acts of kindness rendered to them during their time of bereavement. They respectfully ask for privacy as they prepare to celebrate the legacy of her life.

As service arrangements are being updated we are reminded that God will continue to be our very present help in the time of trouble: let us continue to lift prayers of consolation and comfort on behalf of this family as they transition through this difficult time.

To send a flower arrangement or to plant trees in memory of Farena Bradley, please click here to visit our Sympathy Store.

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Obituary for Farena Bradley at Suburban Funeral Home

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With tears of sorrow, we cry each day, in angels arms you were carried away. Our memories of love and laughter shall not fade, for inside our hearts you will always stay. With sorrowful hearts we announce the transition of Ms. Farena Jessica Bradley, 41, of Goose Creek, South Carolina