MYRTLE BEACH | Ruby R. Arnold died Wednesday, April 2, 2009 at the Myrtle Beach Manor. She was born July 25 1908 Ruby Inez Russ, in Conway, South Carolina. Ruby Arnold graduated from Conway High School and Winthrop College, and was married to Dr. Morton Arnold for 64 years before his death in 1998. She lived in the town of Windham Conn., until 2000 when she moved home to South Carolina. Ruby had two children, Morton Richard Arnold, deceased, and Susan Ann Arnold. Ruby was a devoted wife and mother who tackled everything in life with enthusiasm and dedication. She was a life-long volunteer in community activities, including the Women's Auxiliary to the Willimantic Community Memorial Hospital and in 1964 she was the Regional Vice President of the American Medical Association's Women's Auxiliary. She formed and was the leader of a Girl Scout Troop in Windham Center and supported and volunteered at the Windham Congregational Church. Ruby was a founding member of the Willimantic 36 Club. In the summer of 2008 Ruby celebrated her 100th birthday with a family reunion in Myrtle Beach. Ruby survived her brothers, Greer of Conway, Winston of Pennsylvania, and Carlyle Russ of Greenville; and her sisters, Ruth Graham of Conway, and Alma Sullivan of Windham Center, Conn. She will be remembered by her family and friends as the quintessential southern lady who possessed grace and intelligence and lived a happy, productive and adventurous life. Her wit and good humor, courage, and strength of character have been an inspiration to her daughter and granddaughter. She is survived by her daughter, Susan and son-in-law, Richard Ochs, of Ellicott City, Maryland; granddaughter, Abigail Arnold-Ochs of London, England; nephews, Jack Sullivan, of Chaplin, Conn., Carlyle Russ of Jacksonville, Fla., Steve Russ, of Greenville, Charlie Graham of Mullins, Freddie Graham of Aynor, and Phil Graham of Conway, and their families; nieces, Peggy Holmes of Conway, Cheryl Carlton and Lynn Tribble of Atlanta, Ga., and their families; and special care provider, Linda Dickerson of Myrtle Beach. Graveside services will be held 2 p.m. Sunday, April 5, 2009 in Lakeside Cemetery with the Rev. Glenn Stanley officiating. Please sign a guest book at _goldfinchfuneralhome.com_ (http://goldfinchfuneralhome.com/) and at _TheSunNews.com_ (http://thesunnews.com/) . Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway Chapel, is in charge of the arrangements. Published in The Sun News on 4/3/2009 **************Lose weight like TV’s Biggest Loser finalists. Start w/ a FREE Weight-Loss Plan! (http://pr.atwola.com/promoclk/100126575x1220200127x1201334384/aol?redir=http:%2F%2Fad.doubleclick.net%2Fclk%3B213622551%3B35099622%3Bc)

NEWBERRY - Molly D. Lindsay, 67, of 1941 McHardy St., Newberry, SC, died April 2, 2009, at her residence. Ms Lindsay was born on January 2, 1942, in Newberry the daughter of John B. and Atlee Davis Lindsay. She was a retired teacher having taught at Pee Dee Academy, Socastee High School, Piedmont Technical College and in two Newberry County High Schools. She was a lifetime member of the Lutheran Church of the Redeemer. She is survived by her parents of Newberry; a daughter and her husband, Suzy G. and Randall Fowler of Nichols; a son and his wife, Jack A. II and Cynthia Grainger of Nichols; her brother and his wife, Johnny B. and Kathy Lindsay of Newberry; 3 grandchildren, Hunter Fowler, Jennifer Grainger, and Kayla Grainger; her mother-in-law, Hazel Grainger of Nichols; and a niece and nephews. Funeral services will be conducted at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at the Lutheran Church of the Redeemer by the Rev. Caldwell Day. Interment will be in Rosemont Cemetery. The family is at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Johnny Lindsay, 2113 Cherry Laurel Drive, Newberry, and will receive friends from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. Friday at the Whitaker Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to the Lutheran Church of the Redeemer Growing in Grace Fund, PO Box 342, Newberry, SC 29108 Messages to the family may be sent via email to notes@whitakerfuneralhome.com. Whitaker Funeral Home, Newberry, is assisting the family. Published in The State on 4/3/ **************Lose weight like TV’s Biggest Loser finalists. Start w/ a FREE Weight-Loss Plan! (http://pr.atwola.com/promoclk/100126575x1220200127x1201334384/aol?redir=http:%2F%2Fad.doubleclick.net%2Fclk%3B213622551%3B35099622%3Bc)

Mrs. Wanda Lynn Pyrlik, age 63, formerly of West Ashley, passed away Monday, March 30, 2009 at a local hospital. Friends and family of Mrs. Pyrlik are invited to attend her memorial service on Friday, April 3, 2009 at 3:00 pm at CAROLINA MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME CHAPEL, 7113 Rivers Avenue, North Charleston, SC 29406. The family will be receiving guests at the funeral home from 2:00 pm until the time of service on Friday afternoon. Mrs. Wanda Lynn Cypress Pyrlik was born on January 16, 1946 in Marion, SC to the late Zack Grise and Jane Moore Schlarb. She was a bartender for many years at a couple of taverns, Perry's and Josh's, in West Ashley. She was an avid bowler for many years at Triangle Lanes in North Charleston. She loved country music, the beach, the ocean and most of all, her family. She will be sadly missed by her friends and family. Survivors include her mother, Jane Schlarb, of North Augusta, GA; four daughters, Cindy Myers of Fayetteville, AR, Theresa Frangos, and her husband Gregg, Lois Elizabeth Jennings, Ramona Jennings Wyndham, and her husband Bobby, all of West Ashley and one son, Kenneth James Sprecher of Arkansas; an adopted daughter, Christine McAnany of West Ashley; one son-in-law, Michael Potts of West Ashley; one sister-in-law, Cassie Cypress of Augusta, GA; one sister, Annette Seigler, and her husband Rick, of North Augusta, SC; eighteen grandchildren and one great-grandchild; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by her husband, the late John Roger Pyrlik, one daughter, the late Janie Marlene Jennings and one grandson, the late Robert Wyndham, III. Flowers will be accepted at the funeral home. A memorial message may be written to the family by visiting our website, _www.carolinamemorial.com_ (http://www.carolinamemorial.com/) . Funeral arrangements provided by CAROLINA MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 7113 Rivers Avenue, North Charleston, SC 29406; phone: 843-797-2222. Visit our guestbook at _www.postandcourier.com/_ (http://www.postandcourier.com/) deaths. Published in the Charleston Post & Courier on 4/2/2009 **************New Low Prices on Dell Laptops – Starting at $399 (http://pr.atwola.com/promoclk/100126575x1220433304x1201394525/aol?redir=http:%2F%2Fad.doubl eclick.net%2Fclk%3B213540718%3B35046385%3Be)

CONWAY | Juanita Spears Bruton Harper, 84, wife of Eugene A. Harper Sr., of Hwy 701 South, died Tuesday, March 31, 2009. Mrs. Harper was born in Marion, South Carolina, the daughter of the late Pearson Fredrick and Missouri Smith Spears. She was a member of Union United Methodist Church. Prior to retirement, she was employed by Collins Department Store and Peebles Department Store as Office Manager. Mrs. Harper also worked with Conway Hospital as Office Manager. She was a member of The Conway Pilot Club where she served as president two different terms. Mrs. Harper was predeceased by a son, Eugene A. Harper Jr. Surviving in addition to her husband of Conway; are two sons, Ray Harper and Thomas Harper both of Conway; four grandchildren, Julie Harper Rachiel, Nicholas Harper, Bridgette Harper and Chadwick Harper; one great-grandchild, Lukas Rachiel; special niece, Anne Workman of Atlanta, Ga.; and special nephew, Carl Smith Jr. of Columbia. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Thursday, April 2, 2009 in First United Methodist Church with the Rev. Scott Johnson officiating. Burial will follow in Hillcrest Cemetery directed by Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway Chapel. The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m. Wednesday, April 1, 2009 at the funeral home. Please sign a guest book at _goldfinchfuneralhome.com_ (http://goldfinchfuneralhome.com/) and at _TheSunNews.com_ (http://thesunnews.com/) . Memorials may be sent to Union United Methodist Church Building Fund, 4491 Hwy. 701 S., Conway, SC 29527 or to Mercy Hospice and Palliative Care, P.O. Box 50640, Myrtle Beach, SC 29579. Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway Chapel, is in charge of arrangements. Published in The Sun News on 4/1/2009 **************New Low Prices on Dell Laptops – Starting at $399 (http://pr.atwola.com/promoclk/100126575x1220631247x1201390185/aol?redir=http:%2F%2Fad.doubl eclick.net%2Fclk%3B213540506%3B35046329%3Bx)

MULLINS — Floretta Richardson Boyd, 79, wife of John Herbert Boyd, died Monday, March 30, 2009 at Marion County Medical Center following an extended illness. Mrs. Boyd was a native of Marion County, the daughter of Manning Humbert Richardson and Fleetie Mae Martin Richardson of Brittons Neck. She graduated from Furman University with highest honors and taught in junior and senior high schools in Lake City, Hartsville, Asheville and Greenwood. She also attended Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Fort Worth, Tx., where she pursued a Masters degree in Religious Education. She served as a home missionary in Arkansas, New Mexico and New Orleans. Mrs. Boyd was active in church and community pursuits. She served faithfully at Mullins First Baptist Church as Womens Missionary Union director and as Sunday School teacher of adults for many years. She was honored in 2008 when a WMU group was renamed the Floretta Boyd Group. She was also a past member of the Marion County Historical Society. Mrs. Boyd was a dedicated Christian, an exceptional teacher, a loyal friend and a devoted mother and grandmother. She is survived by her Husband of 53 years; a Daughter, Sharon Lynette Boyd Lancaster of Mauldin; 2 Grandsons, Matthew Benjamin Lancaster and Jonathan Thomas Lancaster of Mauldin, whom she adored; and a Sister, Odessa Rishardson Zoerb of Kingsport, Tn. She was predeceased by her brother, Carroll Richardson and her son, Timothy Martin Boyd. Special thanks go to Dr. Kenneth Orbeck and his staff at Shepherd Care Hospice and to three special caretakers in the home, Margaret Canty, Carolyn Owens and Gertrude Jones. The funeral service will be held on Thursday, April 2 at 2:00 P.M. in the sanctuary of Mullins First Baptist Church, with Rev. Jim Kirkland and Dr. Lewis McCormick officiating. They will be assisted by Rev. Willie Gillard. Burial will follow at Nebo Baptist Church Cemetery in Brittons Neck, directed by Cox-Collins Funeral Home. The family will receive friends Wednesday evening from 6:00 until 8:00 P.M. at Cox-Collins Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to the Annie Armstrong Easter Offering, c/o Mullins First Baptist Church, P.O. Box 443, Mullins, S.C. 29574 or to Shepherd Care Hospice, P.O. Box 392, Nichols, S.C. 29581. **************New Low Prices on Dell Laptops – Starting at $399 (http://pr.atwola.com/promoclk/100126575x1220631247x1201390185/aol?redir=http:%2F%2Fad.doubl eclick.net%2Fclk%3B213540506%3B35046329%3Bx)

NICHOLS — Hagood Bonnie Martin, 68, husband of Glenda Perry Martin, died Monday, March 30, 2009 at his home after an extended illness. He was born May 16, 1940 in Marion County, a son of the late Lonnie George Martin and the late Nina Mae Atkinson Martin. Mr. Martin retired from the US Army as a Sergeant First Class, having served in the Viet Nam War. Surviving Mr. Martin in addition to his Wife of the home are: a Daughter: Caroline Martin Willard and her husband Gary of Yadkinville, N.C.; 2 Sons: Gregory Martin Damron and his wife Crystal Elliott Damron of Pleasant View and Hagood Dwayne Martin of Nichols; a Special Nephew, Jordan Cantrell and a Special Daughter Carolyn Perry of Hellier, Ky.; his Grandchildren: McKenzie Willard, Ethan Gregory Damron, Austin Keith Damron and Edwin Vance Damron; 3 Brothers: L.G. Martin of Florence, Donald Martin of Hawaii and Joe Martin of Bucksport; 3 Sisters: Sarah Martin of Goose Creek, Vashti Gohen of Lakeland. Fla. and Emmy Martin of Florence; and a host of nieces and nephews. Mr. Martin was predeceased by a sister, Mildred Micki Rogers. Funeral services will be held at 12:00 Noon Wednesday, April 1 at the Chapel of Cox-Collins Funeral Home, with Rev. Glenn Brown and Rev. Glen Carter officiating. Burial, with full military honors, will follow at the Florence National Cemetery. Visitation will be held Tuesday evening from 6:00 until 8:00 P.M. at Cox-Collins Funeral Home. **************A Good Credit Score is 700 or Above. See yours in just 2 easy steps! (http://pr.atwola.com/promoclk/100126575x1220439616x1201372437/aol?redir=http:%2F%2Fwww.freecreditreport.com%2Fpm%2Fdefault.aspx%3Fsc%3D668072%26hmpgID %3D62%26bcd%3DfebemailfooterNO62)

LAURENS — Willie Mae Caulder Williamson, 69, widow of Jimmy L. Williamson and formerly of Mullins, died Friday, March 27, 2009 in Laurens, S.C. She was born October 16, 1939 in Dillon County, a daughter of the late Alex and Mary Ward Caulder. Mrs. Williamson was a homemaker and a member of Mullins-Marion Freewill Baptist Church. Surviving Mrs. Williamson are: her Children: Jean Gail Posey and her husband Mike of Gray Court, Tony Christenburg and his wife Wanda of Catawba, Charleen Watson and her husband Ronnie of Dillon, Janice Karnap and her husband Roy of York, Ted Christenburg and his wife Bonnie of Laurens and Beverly Cobb and her husband Dennis of Princeton; 15 Grandchildren; 18 Great Grandchildren; and her Brothers and Sisters: James Caulder of Darlington, Bobby Caulder of Berlin, Germany, Ruby Harris of Latta, Cathryn Cummings of Fountain Inn, Pete Caulder of Gray Court and Randy Caulder of Irmo. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Monday, March 30 at the Chapel of Cox-Collins Funeral Home of Mullins, with Rev. Neil Hinson officiating. Burial will follow in Red Hill Memorial Gardens Cemetery. Visitation will be held Sunday evening from 7:00 until 9:00 P.M. at Cox-Collins Funeral Home of Mullins. Memorials may be made to Gideons International, P.O. Box 34, Marion, S.C. 29571. **************A Good Credit Score is 700 or Above. See yours in just 2 easy steps! (http://pr.atwola.com/promoclk/100126575x1220439616x1201372437/aol?redir=http:%2F%2Fwww.freecreditreport.com%2Fpm%2Fdefault.aspx%3Fsc%3D668072%26hmpgID %3D62%26bcd%3DfebemailfooterNO62)

NORTH MYRTLE BEACH | Larry K. Hooks, 66, of North Myrtle Beach, died Monday, March 23, 2009. Born August 22, 1942 in Mullins, South Carolina, he was the son Rose V. Harrelson Hooks and the late Dais Hooks. Mr. Hooks is survived by his mother, Rose Harrelson Reaves of Myrtle Beach; one son, Keith Hooks of Ft. Mill, and one brother, Cyril Hooks of Murrells Inlet. A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Friday, March 27, 2009 in Lee Funeral Home Chapel. The family will receive friends following the service. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to _American Cancer Society_ (http://media.legacy.com/accipiter/adclick/CID=0000010b76cef4e500000000/acc_random=8 262194988/pageid=2440727535/ccid=267/aamgnrc1=American%20Cancer%20Society/site =LEGACY/aamsz=CLIO/area=MyrtleBeachOnline.12/zone=LIFESTORY/prod=1/relocate=ht tps://www.cancer.org/docroot/DON/DON_1_Donate_Online_Now_Auto_Custom.asp?don_p romo=Legacy&dn=mem&fn=Larry&ln=Hooks) , 950 48th Avenue North, Suite 101, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577. Lee Funeral Home & Crematory of Little River/N. Myrtle Beach is serving the family. Published in The Sun News on 3/27/2009 **************Free Credit Report and Score Tracking! Get it Now for $0 at CreditReport.com. (http://pr.atwola.com/promoclk/100126575x1220474599x1201401934/aol?redir=http:%2F%2Fwww.creditreport.com%3Fsrc%3Daolemail%26kwd%3Dmlftrtextlin k)

CONWAY | Ethan Patrick Roberts, infant son, of Richard and Brandi Roberts died Tuesday, March 24, 2009. Ethan was born in Marion, South Carolina. Surviving in addition to his parents of Conway; are one half sister, Emma Roberts; paternal grandparents, Kelly and Ava Roberts of Conway; maternal grandparents, Tilden and Patty Smith of Sprigg, West Virginia; and paternal great-grandparents, Eunice Roberts of Galivants Ferry, and E.P. and Clarice Roberts of Conway. Graveside services will be held 10 a.m. Friday, March 27, 2009 in Mt. Herman Baptist Church Cemetery with the Rev. Jimmy Floyd officiating. The family will receive friends from 6 until 7 p.m. Thursday, March 26, 2009 at Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway Chapel. Please sign a guest book at _goldfinchfuneralhome.com_ (http://goldfinchfuneralhome.com/) and at _TheSunNews.com_ (http://thesunnews.com/) . Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway Chapel, is in charge of the arrangements. **************Great Deals on Dell 15" Laptops - Starting at $479 (http://pr.atwola.com/promoclk/100126575x1219799606x1201361003/aol?redir=http:%2F%2Fad.doub leclick.net%2Fclk%3B213153745%3B34689725%3Bo)

MARION — Mr. Gary Edward McLaughlin, 62, died peacefully in his sleep on March 23, 2009, at his home in Marion, SC, surrounded by family. Gary was born in Geneva, NY, on May 22, 1947, son of Phylis McLaughlin of Geneva, NY, and the late Eddie McLaughlin. He is survived by his wife of twenty-one years, Peggy Derr-McLaughlin of Marion, SC, sister: Gracie Moore and Bruce of Geneva, NY, sister: Gail Smith and Bob, of Rochester, NY, son Gary McLaughlin, Jr. and wife, Dorothy of Camillus, NY, daughter: Wendy Bohrer and husband, tony of Waterloo, NY, daughter:Michelle Moulton and husband Paul of Waterloo, NY, stepson Randy Derr and wife, Robin of Marion, SC, stepson, Allen Derr of Geneva, NY, stepson: Doug Derr of Lyons, NY, stepdaughter: Brenda Baker and Mike of Havelock, NC, stepdaughter: Melanie Klem and husband, Nick of Clayton, NC, twenty grandchildren, thirteen great-grandchildren, and a host of other relatives and friends. Gary was an avid NASCAR fan, loved motor cycles, hunting, fishing, boating, and gardening. He was a member of St. Stephens Church in Geneva, NY, as well as the local MOOSE CLUB, and SONS OF ITALY. He will be sorely missed but will forever rest in our hearts. A memorial service will be scheduled by the family at a later date. **************A Good Credit Score is 700 or Above. See yours in just 2 easy steps! (http://pr.atwola.com/promoclk/100126575x1220085203x1201389322/aol?redir=http:%2F%2Fwww.freecreditreport.com%2Fpm%2Fdefault.aspx%3Fsc%3D668072%26hmpgID %3D62%26bcd%3DMarchfooterNO62)

MARION — Henry Donald Bobby Gerald, 67, died Sunday, March 22, 2009, at Carolinas Hospital in Florence, after a brief illness. The family will receive friends from 6:00-9:00, Tuesday, March 24, at Marion Baptist Church. Funeral Services will be held at 4:00 pm on Wednesday, March 25, at Marion Baptist Church. Burial will follow at Rose Hill Cemetery, directed by Richardson Funeral Home. Mr. Gerald was born in Marion, a son of the late Dudley and Leatha Shelley Gerald. He is also predeceased by a brother, Harold Gerald and sisters, Betty Lou Price and Mary Alice Williamson. He was a member of Marion Baptist Church and the Oak Tree Sunday School Class. Mr. Gerald was the mayor of Marion, SC, a position he held for the last 24 years. and former owner of Bobby Gerald Ford. Bobby was a 1960 graduate of Marion High School. He began working as a salesman for Neil Padgett Motors at the age of 16 and after graduation became a full time salesman. Mayor Gerald took advantage of every salesmanship course offered by the Ford Motor Company, and completed the Dale Carnegie Course. Through the years he won every award for salesmanship given by Ford. In 1967 he joined forces with Earl Collins Ford Motor Company, serving there as General Manager and Executive Vice-President, until Earl Collins retired, at which time Mr. Gerald purchased the business in 1980. Mr. Gerald was appointed as a member of the Marion County Board of Commissioners by Ralph Gasque in 1975. Then under the Home Rule, he ran for County Council and was elected to his first term as a member of Marion County Council in January 1977, where he served as Vice-Chairman of the Council. He later served as Chairman of the Council from January 2, 1979 until June 30, 1982. In June 1982, he was appointed by the Marion County Delegation as a member of the State Highway Commissioners, serving this post until June 1985 when he ran for the Office of Mayor of the City of Marion. Mayor Gerald was also past President of the Jaycees, past President of the State Jaycees, charter member of Mullins Rotary Club, member of the Marion Civitan Club, Council of Pee Dee Regional Government, and member of SC Automobile Dealers Association. Some of Mayor Geralds awards include: Honorary 1st Sergeant Award for Leadership and Support of Company A 1st Battalion 263 Armor, Marion, SC, Catholic Mens Club Man of the Year in 1987, Board of Directors Award in 1995 from Historic Marion Revitalization Association, Jaycee Downtown Development Association Award, Community Service Award in 1995 from the Marion Chamber of Commerce, Public Service award in 1996, American Hometown Leadership Award in 1999. Mayor Gerald received the Silver Palmetto Award from the Municipal Association of SC on February 18, 2009. In addition Railroad Avenue in Marion was renamed Bobby Gerald Parkway. Surviving are his wife, Frances Harrelson Gerald of the home; son, Donny Gerald and his wife Paige, of Marion; daughters, Kim Gerald Turner and her husband, Talbert, of Irmo, SC and Sonya Gerald Herren and her husband, Greg, of Marietta, GA; brothers, Zack Gerald of Florence, SC and Joe Gerald of Sumter, SC; sister, Mildred Love of Florence, SC; grandchildren, Tal Turner, Corbin Bailey, Anslee Turner, Ella Grace Gerald, and Anne Gregory Herren. Memorials may be made to the City of Marion Fire Department, 107 E. Bond Street, Marion, SC 29571, or to Marion Baptist Church New Organ Fund, 106 South Main Street, Marion, SC 29571. **************A Good Credit Score is 700 or Above. See yours in just 2 easy steps! (http://pr.atwola.com/promoclk/100126575x1220085203x1201389322/aol?redir=http:%2F%2Fwww.freecreditreport.com%2Fpm%2Fdefault.aspx%3Fsc%3D668072%26hmpgID %3D62%26bcd%3DMarchfooterNO62)

Services for Sadie Mae Huggins Morris will be held 3:00 p.m. Sunday in Cooper Funeral Home Chapel with burial in Beulah Baptist Church Cemetery. Visitation will be held 7-9 p.m. Saturday in Cooper Funeral Home. Mrs. Morris, 61, died Friday, March 20, 2009 at McLeod Medical Center in Dillon. Born in Mullins, SC, June 8, 1947, she was the daughter of the late David Huggins and Melvinia Pulley Braswell. She worked at Craftex Creations in Latta. Survivors include her husband, Clarence Morris of China Grove, NC; son, David C. Morris of the home; daughters, Mary A. (Jessie) Rowell of Hamer, and Deborah L. (Jimmy) Roberts of Maxton, NC; 6 grandchildren, Jessie T. Rowell, Cody L. Rowell, Joyce Rowell, Jamie Rowell, Emily Roberts and Martin Roberts; 3 great-grandchildren; sisters, Helen (James) Hubbard of Dillon, and Connie (William) Roberts of Oak Grove; host of nieces, nephews, and special friends. Memorials may be made to McLeod Hospice. **************A Good Credit Score is 700 or Above. See yours in just 2 easy steps! (http://pr.atwola.com/promoclk/100126575x1220863691x1201421954/aol?redir=http:%2F%2Fwww.freecreditreport.com%2Fpm%2Fdefault.aspx%3Fsc%3D668072%26hmpgID %3D62%26bcd%3DMarchfooterNO62)

MARION — William Billy Alford, 52, died Thursday, March 19, 2009 at his home after an illness. He was born November 25, 1956 in Sumter, a son of Faye Stewart Alford and the late William Alford. Billy was a lifelong resident of Knife Island in Marion County, where he was an avid hunter and fisherman. He loved everything pertaining to the outdoors.He was also an avid NASCAR fan. Billy was a graduate of Marion High School. Surviving Billy are: his Mother: Faye Stewart Alford of Surfside Beach; his Fiance: Cyndi Thomas of Galivants Ferry; 2 Brothers: Jerry Alford and his wife Sharon of Orlando, Florida and Chip Alford and his wife Lynne of Surfside Beach; a Sister: Kay Brown of Myrtle Beach; 4 Nephews; 2 Grand Nephews; 3 Grand Nieces; a Special Friend: Steve Rimer of Mullins; and a host of aunts, uncles and cousins. Graveside memorial services will be held at 3:00 P.M. Sunday, March 22 in Smith Cemetery, directed by Cox-Collins Funeral Home of Mullins. The family requests that those attending the services wear casual attire to honor Billys request. Visitation will be held Saturday evening from 6:00 until 8:00 P.M. at Cox-Collins Funeral Home of Mullins. Memorials may be made to Agape Hospice, 2320 Hwy. 378, Conway, S.C. 29526. **************A Good Credit Score is 700 or Above. See yours in just 2 easy steps! (http://pr.atwola.com/promoclk/100126575x1219619459x1201345309/aol?redir=http:%2F%2Fwww.freecreditreport.com%2Fpm%2Fdefault.aspx%3Fsc%3D668072%26hmpgID %3D62%26bcd%3DMarchfooterNO62)

Sophia Augustus Wells Barnes, age 80, of Savannah, passed away at her residence on March 15, 2009. Sophia was born in Mullins Hospital in Marion County, SC, to the late William Richard Jr. and Jessie Elizabeth Copes Wells. She later moved to Sumter, SC, until she became a resident to Savannah in 1950. She was married to her beloved late husband Leonard Morgan Bob Barnes in 1950. She was a charter member of Isle of Hope Baptist Church where she also served in the choir, leader in training union, Sunday school teacher, and song leader and pianist for Marshview Inn Bible Study. Sophia was a graduate of Edmonds High School in Sumter, SC, and a graduate of Roper Hospital,. She also graduated from the Medical College of South Carolina in 1949 and The University of South Carolina in 1950 with a Bachelor of Nursing Degree. She began working at Georgia Regional Hospital of Savannah when it opened on November 2, 1970 and worked a year in nursing after which she served in the training department as an instructor and as Hospital Librarian until her retirement on December 31, 1990. Sophia was a member of numerous genealogical societies including The Sulzbergers and The First Families of South Carolina 1670-1700. Sophia is survived by daughters Rebecca Barnes Carriere (Joe) of Montezuma, NC, Florence Barnes Shepley (Raymond JR.) of Tucker, GA, and Rivanna Barnes Dudley (John C.) of Gilbert, AZ; sons Rev. William Leonard Barnes (Puttie P.) of Savannah, Mark Albert Barnes (Deborah J.) of Florence, SC, and Major Morgan Franklin Barnes (Major Lauralee W.) of Birmingham, AL; sister Betty Harrell of Florence, SC; grandchildren Jonathan Barnes (Michelle), Bethany B. Manning (Matthew), James Barnes (Stephanie), Blake Barnes, Keith Barnes, Crystal Dudley (Jamie), Philip Hongkham (Jamie), and Marsha Hongkham; 4 step grandchildren, 1 great granddaughter, 11 great grandsons, and 3 step great grandsons. Visitation will be held from 4 to 7pm on Thursday, March 19 at Isle of Hope Baptist Church. Memorial Service will be held at 11am on Friday at Isle of Hope Baptist Church with Rev. Dr. John Finley, Rev. Dusty Reynolds, and Rev. Myron Fields officiating. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Isle of Hope Baptist Church-Vision of Hope 22 Rose Ave. Savannah, GA 31406 or Hospice of Savannah Inc. 1352 Eisenhower Dr. Savannah, GA 31406 Please sign our online guest book at www.fairhavenfuneralhome.net Fairhaven Funeral Home and Crematory 2794 W US Highway 80 Garden City, GA 31408 912-964-2862 www.fairhavenfuneralhome.net **************A Good Credit Score is 700 or Above. See yours in just 2 easy steps! (http://pr.atwola.com/promoclk/100126575x1219850974x1201371016/aol?redir=http:%2F%2Fwww.freecreditreport.com%2Fpm%2Fdefault.aspx%3Fsc%3D668072%26hmpgID %3D62%26bcd%3DMarchfooterNO62)

MULLINS — Juanita Braziel Pridgen, 84, died Friday, March 13, 2009 at Marion County Medical Center. Mrs. Pridgen was born in Chester County, a daughter of the late James Ira and Myrtle Estelle Kirby McGill. She was a member of the Mullins First Baptist Church and the Dorcas Sunday School Class. She was predeceased by her first husband, James Wesley Braziel; her second husband, Raymond Pridgen; and a brother, James Furman McGill. She is survived by one son, Larry Braziel and his wife, Alice of Myrtle Beach; one stepson, Dan Pridgen and his wife Susan of Mullins; four sisters, Virginia Cook of Rock Hill, S.C., Mattie Hamrick of Greenville, S.C., Katherine(Gene) Pate of Atlanta, Georgia, and Mary(Robert) Brewer of Rock Hill, S.C.; four grandchildren, Lara Braziel, Helen(Chris) Athey, James(Sharon) Braziel, and Dietrich(Jodi) Braziel; one stepgranddaughter, Leslie Pridgen, and four great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, March 17, 2009 in the chapel of Meares Funeral Home of Mullins, S.C. Visitation will be from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Monday, March 16, 2009 at the funeral home. Interment will follow at 3:30 p.m. at Royal Pines Cemetery in Winnsboro, S.C. Memorials may be made to Mullins First Baptist Church, P.O. Box 443, Mullins, S.C. 29574. An online guest book is available at mearesfh.com. Meares Funeral Home of Mullins is honored to serve the family of Mrs. Pridgen. **************A Good Credit Score is 700 or Above. See yours in just 2 easy steps! (http://pr.atwola.com/promoclk/100126575x1220439616x1201372437/aol?redir=http:%2F%2Fwww.freecreditreport.com%2Fpm%2Fdefault.aspx%3Fsc%3D668072%26hmpgID %3D62%26bcd%3DfebemailfooterNO62)

LORIS | Velma Johnson Strickland, 85, of Hulls Island Road, passed away Saturday morning, March 14, 2009 at her residence following an illness. Mrs. Strickland was born August 20, 1923 in Cool Springs, a daughter of the late George Samuel Johnson and the late Fodie Miller Johnson. She was a homemaker and a member of the Buck Creek Baptist Church. Mrs. Strickland was predeceased by her husband, Brice Strickland; a grandson, Zachary Strickland; a special friend, Simeon Mixon; two brothers, Calvin Johnson and Maryland Johnson; and two sisters, Virginia Smith and Lutie Harrelson. Survivors include her two sons, Krom Strickland and his wife, Bonnie, of Bishopville, and Jerry Strickland and his wife, Marsha, of Nichols; her stepmother, Emma Gore of Loris; four sisters, Eunice Cox and Myrtle Holmes, both of Loris, Peggy Gore and her husband, John, of Thomasville, N.C., and June Rodham and her husband, David, of Surfside Beach; one brother, Bobby Johnson and his wife, Betty, of Loris; three grandchildren, Captain Stan Strickland of the Horry County Police Department and his wife, Eve, of Loris, Jay Brice Strickland of Florence, and Zane Strickland and his fiancee, Lisa Jackson of Mullins; three great-grandchildren, Garrett Strickland, Trinity Strickland, and Jordan Odell; two sisters-in-law, Doris C. Johnson and Doris S. Johnson, both of Loris; and many nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 6 until 8 p.m. Sunday, March 15, 2009 at Ward Funeral Home in Loris. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Monday, March 16, 2009 from the Grace Baptist Church of Horry County with the Rev. Marcus Fowler and the Rev. Larry Allen officiating. Burial will follow in the Antioch Cemetery in Loris. Please sign a guest book at _TheSunNews.com_ (http://thesunnews.com/) . Memorials may be sent to Grace Baptist Church of Horry County, 1040 Justice Loop, Loris, SC 29569; or to Buck Creek Baptist Church, 11483 Highway 905 North, Longs, SC 29568. Ward Funeral Home of Loris, (843) 756-9273, is serving the family. Published in The Sun News on 3/15/2009 **************A Good Credit Score is 700 or Above. See yours in just 2 easy steps! (http://pr.atwola.com/promoclk/100126575x1220439616x1201372437/aol?redir=http:%2F%2Fwww.freecreditreport.com%2Fpm%2Fdefault.aspx%3Fsc%3D668072%26hmpgID %3D62%26bcd%3DfebemailfooterNO62)

CONWAY | Dora Jane Roberts, 73, went to be with Jesus Saturday, March 14, 2009 at her residence surrounded by her family and friends. Mrs. Roberts was born August 23, 1935, a daughter of the late Frazier and Helen Rabon Graham. She is predeceased by her husband, J.J. Roberts; two brothers, Hubert and Eugene Graham; and one great-grandchild, Jonathan Wayne Guyton II. She enjoyed and loved having her family around her all the time. She especially loved keeping her grandchildren. When not keeping children she enjoyed sewing. She is survived by two sons, Randy (Becky) Roberts of Nichols, and Danny (Faye) Roberts of Mullins; five daughters, Becky (Bud) Allen of Nichols, Joann (Leanue) Allen of Galivants Ferry, Sarah (Joe) Allen of Aynor, Mary (Dale) Johnson of Conway, and Helen (Buddy) Britton of Conway; one brother, Paul Hinson (Ann) Graham of Conway; one sister, Reba Richardson of Conway; 12 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; and many other family and friends who will miss her. Funeral services will be 3 p.m. Monday, March 16, 2009 at Free Worship Church with the Rev. Gregg Cannon and the Rev. Arthur McElveen officiating. Burial will follow in the Graham Cemetery next to Free Worship Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 5 until 8 p.m. Sunday, March 15, 2009 at Free Worship Church on Hampton Road. Please sign a guest book at _watsonfuneralservices.com_ (http://watsonfuneralservices.com/) or _TheSunNews.com_ (http://thesunnews.com/) . Watson Funeral Services, 2300 Hwy 378, Conway, is serving the family. Published in The Sun News on 3/15/2009 **************A Good Credit Score is 700 or Above. See yours in just 2 easy steps! (http://pr.atwola.com/promoclk/100126575x1220439616x1201372437/aol?redir=http:%2F%2Fwww.freecreditreport.com%2Fpm%2Fdefault.aspx%3Fsc%3D668072%26hmpgID %3D62%26bcd%3DfebemailfooterNO62)

James Purley Hardee, Sr. 89 passed away on March 11, 2009 at Smithfield Manor. Mr. Hardee is originally from Goose Creek, South Carolina and worked in the Charleston Naval Shipyard. He was originally born in Conway, SC. He was the son of Julius B. Hardee and Ella Allen Hardee. His funeral service will be held at 1:00 P.M. at Carolina Memorial Funeral Home Chapel. Internment will follow in Carolina Memorial Park. He is survived by his wife, Alma S. Hardee; daughters, Shelby J. Fisher and her husband Phil of Goose Creek, Virginia D. Hardee and family of Marion, SC; sons, James P. Hardee, Jr. and wife Vicki of Goose Creek, SC, David J. Hardee and Alan Winburn of Smithfield, six grandchildren and twelve great grandchildren. The family will receive relatives and friends on Thursday from the hours of 7:30 P.M until 9:30 P.M. at Carolina Memorial Funeral Home. Funeral services provide by CAROLINA MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, N. CHARLESTON. Visit our guestbook at _www.charleston.net/deaths_ (http://www.charleston.net/deaths) . Published in the Charleston Post & Courier on 3/12/2009 **************A Good Credit Score is 700 or Above. See yours in just 2 easy steps! (http://pr.atwola.com/promoclk/100126575x1219671244x1201345076/aol?redir=http:%2F%2Fwww.freecreditreport.com%2Fpm%2Fdefault.aspx%3Fsc%3D668072%26hmpgID %3D62%26bcd%3DfebemailfooterNO62)

AYNOR | Jacquelyn Goud, 76, formerly of Allsbrook, passed away Wednesday, March 11, 2009. Miss Goud was born February 28, 1933 in Marion County, a daughter of the late Frank Goud and the late Alma Brazier Goud. She was a member of Cane Branch Baptist Church and was employed by AVX for 46 years. Miss Goud was a loving sister and aunt, and was like a mother to all of her nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by three brothers, Odell Goud, Willie Goud and Alva Goud; and two sisters, Carolyn Powell and Margaret Suggs. Miss Goud is survived by her sister, Frances Siratt of Aynor; a sister-in-law, Mildred Goud of Loris; and several nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held from 6 until 8 p.m. Thursday, March 12, 2009 at Ward Funeral Home in Loris. Graveside services will be held at 3 p.m. Friday, March 13, 2009 from the Twin City Memorial Gardens with the Rev. Alvin Jackson officiating. Please sign a guest book at _wardfuneralhome.org_ (http://wardfuneralhome.org/) . and at _TheSunNews.com_ (http://thesunnews.com/) . In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to the Cane Branch Baptist Church Building Fund, 760 Cane Branch Road, Loris, SC 29569. Ward Funeral Home of Loris, (843) 756-9273, is serving the family. Published in The Sun News on 3/12/2009 **************A Good Credit Score is 700 or Above. See yours in just 2 easy steps! (http://pr.atwola.com/promoclk/100126575x1219671244x1201345076/aol?redir=http:%2F%2Fwww.freecreditreport.com%2Fpm%2Fdefault.aspx%3Fsc%3D668072%26hmpgID %3D62%26bcd%3DfebemailfooterNO62)

MARION — Helen M. Zeman, 89, passed away on Wednesday, March 11, 2009 at McLeod Hospice House in Florence. She was born February 19, 1920 in Brooklyn, New York, a daughter of the late Francisco Maggipinto and Marie Pugliese Maggipinto. Helen Zeman was a member of the Marion Presbyterian Church. She was an avid golfer, gardner and loved fishing. She was a devoted wife, Mother, Grandmother and Great Grandmother. Survivors include Freddie Zeman, her husband of 71 years; three daughters, Eleanore Z. Barlow of Myrtle Beach, Pat Z. (Jack) Bethea of Florence and Jody Z. (Harry) Lide of Lexington; two sons, Teddy (Angie) Zeman of Marion and Robert (Terri) Zeman of Columbia; and a sister, Dolores Maggipinto of Westwood, N.J.; along with several nieces and nephews and a very special niece, Laney Baumrind. Mrs. Zeman also had 13 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. Visitation will be held Thursday evening, March 12, from 6:00 until 8:00 P.M. at Smith-Collins Funeral Home of Marion. Funeral services will be held at 3:00 P.M. Friday, March 13 at the Chapel of Smith-Collins Funeral Home with interment at Rose Hill Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Marion Presbyterian Church, P.O. Box 208, Marion, S.C. 29571 or McLeod Hospice House, P.O. Box 100551, Florence, S.C. 29502. **************A Good Credit Score is 700 or Above. See yours in just 2 easy steps! (http://pr.atwola.com/promoclk/100126575x1219671244x1201345076/aol?redir=http:%2F%2Fwww.freecreditreport.com%2Fpm%2Fdefault.aspx%3Fsc%3D668072%26hmpgID %3D62%26bcd%3DfebemailfooterNO62)