A Graveside Funeral Service for Leo Benjamin Simmons Sr., 93, of Williston, will be held 11:15 a.m. Wednesday, September 21, 2016 at the Williston Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m. at the funeral home prior to the service on Wednesday.

Mr. Simmons passed away on Sunday, September 18, 2016.

Born in Bolton, NC to Lola Long and Bruce Benjamin Simmons. After the untimely death of his father, he was raised by his mother and step-father, Newman Bozeman, in Shallotte, NC. Mr. Simmons was married to the late Iris Brunjes Simmons for 69 years and was a member of the Williston United Methodist Church. Mr. Simmons began at an early age as a salesman until he became owner and operator in 1955 of the Piggly Wiggly in Williston until he retired in 1984.  

Survivors include his daughter, Dr. Rebecca S. Weatherby, PhD, and her husband Robert of Williston; daughter-in-law, Dr. Sue Simmons, PhD; grandchildren, Leo Simmons III (Masha), Elizabeth Simmons, Harry Behrens Jr. (Shelly), Katie Behrens, Karl Behrens, Dr. Brian Weatherby, MD (Kim) and Chris Weatherby and eight great-grandchildren.

In addition to his wife he was preceded in death by a daughter and son-in-law, Virginia S. Behrens and Harry Behrens; a son, Dr. Leo Benjamin Simmons Jr., MD; a sister, Ruby S. Blanton and step-brother, N.L. Bozeman.

The family would like to express their sincere appreciation to all of his caregivers for the last four years.

Folk Funeral Home, Inc. and Crematory, Williston is assisting the family with arrangements. Visit their online registry at www.folkfuneralhome.com.

Mr. Kenneth Bruce Johnson, 65, of Blackville, died peacefully Saturday, September 17, 2016.

Mr. Johnson is survived by his beloved wife, Jeanne Carey Johnson; daughter, Carey J Cook of Asheville, NC; and his ten four-legged family members in Elko. He also leaves behind his sister, Suellen Johnson and daughter Julia Johnson of Ocean Beach, CA; and brother, Ben Richard Johnson and wife Susan and daughter Christine of Simpsonville.

Ken was born in Dayton, Ohio as the son of the late Ben Matt and Francis Evelyn Sears Johnson. He graduated from Ohio State University with a BA in Russian Literature, and worked for 28 years at SRNS as an email system administrator. Ken was a quiet, generous man with a quick sense of humor (if you could keep up with him). He had an immense love for animals and a keen interest in Russian literature, martial arts, J.S. Bach. Ken achieved the rank of Grand Master in chess and a black belt in Karate. In his later years, his greatest love was his farm and the life he shared with his wife and his animals.  

A memorial service will be held at 6 p.m. Friday, September 23, 2016 in the Shellhouse Funeral Home chapel, Hayne Ave., Aiken, officiated by Pastor Bruce Page. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, please direct memorials to: The Youth Programs under the General Endowment of the NRA Foundation (https://www.nrafoundation.org/endowment/) or South Carolina 4-H Club (http://www.clemson.edu/extension/4h/about/support4h.html).

Shellhouse Funeral Home, Inc., 924 Hayne Avenue, Aiken, is assisting the family with arrangements. Ken’s online guestbook may be signed by visiting www.shellhousefuneralhome.com.

Addison Victoria Causey, infant daughter of Alex and Victoria Williams Causey of Olar, became one of God’s angels on September 17, 2016.

Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. Wednesday, September 21, 2016 in the Olar First Baptist Church with Rev. Dale Hutto officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.

Survivors include her parents of Olar; two brothers, Landon and Liam Causey of the home; maternal grandparents; Tony and Diane Kinard Williams of Olar; paternal grandparents, Janet Webb Sanders of Denmark and Glenn and Marnie Causey of Beaufort; maternal great-grandmother, Maude Kinard of Olar; aunts and uncles, Adam and Erin Causey, Dawn and Tracy Waller, Shaun and Candace Williams.

Mole Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Please sign their online register at molefh.com.  

A graveside funeral service for Thomas Pinckney “Tom” Scott Sr., 81, of Williston, will be held 11:15 a.m., Friday, September 23, 2016 at the Williston Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 10 a.m. until 11 a.m. on Friday at Folk Funeral Home, Williston. Memorial contributions may be given to The Williston Cemetery Fund, P.O. Box 367, Williston, SC 29853.

Tom passed away on Tuesday, September 20, 2016.

Born in White Pond, he was a son of the late Hiram Lecroy Scott and Iris Coggins Scott. Tom’s life passion was farming; he worked in cooperation with Clemson Extension as an Environmental Steward, he served on the National Cotton and Peanut Boards, and was awarded several state-wide awards for high-yield peanut and cotton production. Tom was a member of the First Baptist Church of Williston and served in the U.S. Navy reserves.

Survivors include his sons and daughters-in-law, Thomas P. Scott Jr. and Jacquelynn, Michael Todd Scott and Jennifer, William Bradford Scott and Dawn; sister, Betty Thompson; grandchildren, Victoria and Victor Griffith, Taylor Ann, Russell Brandon, Summer Hayley and Harrison Bradford Scott; eight great-grandchildren; two nieces, great nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Cynthia Joyner.

Folk Funeral Home, Inc. and Crematory is assisting the family with arrangements. Visit their online registry at www.folkfuneralhome.com.

Mrs. Lugenia P. Walker, 69, of 2011 Jordan Road, Barnwell, died on Sept. 17, 2016 at Palmetto Health Richland in Columbia. She was the daughter of Allen and Beatrice Peeples.

Funeral services were held on Sept. 24, 2016 at noon at Jordan Baptist Church in Barnwell officiated by Reverend Jonas Walker & Reverend Theresa Gambrell. Interment followed at Hope Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation was held Friday, September 23, 2016 at the Guinyard and Sons Funeral Home.

Survivors include: one daughter, Pamela Walker Stokes (Capers) of Columbia; one son, Joey Allen Walker (Latosha) of Columbia; two grandchildren, Capers Stokes III and John Wesley Stokes of Columbia; one sister, Audrey Peeples of Jamaica, NY; three brothers, Herman Peeples (Mary) of Barnwell, Ralph Peeples of El Centro, Calif. and Vincent Peeples (Carol) of Columbia; two sisters-in-law, Janie Mae Walker of Aiken and Lille Mae Walker of Augusta, Ga.; two brothers-in-law, Fred Walker (Fannie) of Trenton and Reverend Jonas Walker (Mildred) of Aiken.

Guinyard and Sons Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.

Sandra Woodward finished the adventure of life Friday, Sept. 23, 2016 at 5:20 p.m. surrounded by her proud family in Aiken.
Although it was a sprint through the Pearly Gates she is now enjoying heavenly peace and happiness with those who raced before her. Having built an immense sense of humor, service and patience though many years as a submarine
wife, her large family and group of friends will always remember her as an example of grace and humility. Likely never having had a fully hot meal for herself, she dearly loved her family, kids, grandkids and cooking for anyone who piled into the kitchen. Perhaps the food was a lure to just have them near so she could constantly love and serve
them. She was crafty.
Her true happiness was doing things for others, whether she knew them for 10 years or 10 minutes. Although she often fought with the British lady in the GPS system and the clunky washing machine, she never met someone who wasn't an instant friend. It is also certain that, even as this obit is written, she is saying, "Get off that darn computer!"
Now though, her legendary mac and cheese is being served, as it is truly fit for a heavenly meal. But her real passion was her belief in wings, especially those of Angels. She certainly had many. Perhaps they were short staffed, were hungry, or just needed some proper
training, because the Lord called her into eternal service. However, we can all rest easier knowing that she is flying above us, spreading joy and laughter where it's needed most.
Before she took flight, she raised many more to properly carry on her legacy. Whether they were blood or by marriage, the love was equally abundant. Wrapped in her joyous example, going forward includes her loving and dedicated husband of nearly 45 years, Grover C. Woodward
III - the rock of her life. Together they shepherded an admiring family of children, Jason Woodward (Kim) of Westerville, OH, Brandon Woodward of Martinez, Ga., Deborah Cox (Jacob) of Irmo, Thomas Schweitzer, deceased, Michael Woodward of Spartanburg; brothers, Jay Rowley of Aiken, Marc Rowley of Hanover, CT, Robin Rowley – deceased; 2 grandchildren, and 1 great-grandchild.
Although flowers are heartwarming, she currently has the house (more than) fully stocked. Her greatest wish was success and comfort for others, especially her family. Her focus on education and hard work can be honored with donations to the U.S. Submarine Service Veterans Charitable Fund (USSVCF) - Education/Scholarship Fund. www.USSVI.org - 15145 Fog Mountain Cir, Haymarket, VA 20169-8155.
Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, September 27, 2016 at 3 p.m. in the Mole Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow in the Barnwell United Methodist Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 1 p.m. until time of service at the funeral home.
Mole Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Please visit their online registry at molefh.com.

Ashley Austin Witherspoon passed away Friday, September 23, 2016 at Lexington Medical Center surrounded by her loving family following a courageous battle with cancer.

She was born August 28, 1974 in Paducah, Kentucky. She was the daughter of Rhonda (Wayne) Smyly of Barnwell and Greg Austin of Chapin.

Ashley graduated from Barnwell High School in 1992 and continued her education at the University of South Carolina-Aiken where she obtained her Associate Degree in Clinical Nursing. She began her nursing career at Barnwell Family Medicine in Barnwell. Upon relocation to Irmo she was employed by Carolina Allergy and Asthma and most recently by Lexington 1 School District at River Bluff High School.

Ashley was a devoted wife and mother. Ashley had a gift of loving others and passion for taking care of anyone she met. Her radiant smile would light up any room and her laugh was contagious. She was the most giving, kindhearted and compassionate person you would ever meet. She was loved by many and will be missed by all.

The visitation will be held at Mole Funeral Home on Monday, September 26, 2016 from 6 to 8 p.m. The services will be held at Hagood Avenue Baptist Church on Tuesday, September 27, 2016 at 11 a.m. officiated by Dr. Will Browning. Interment services will be held at Barnwell County Memorial Cemetery.

Survivors include her loving husband, Jim Hugh Witherspoon III; sons, Austin Michael and Banks Christopher Derrick, all of Irmo; parents, Rhonda (Wayne) Smyly of Barnwell and Greg Austin of Chapin; brother, Blake (Lindsay) Austin of Barnwell and step brother, Chandler Smyly; nephews, Cameron and Cayson Austin of Barnwell; In-laws Jim and Melodee Witherspoon of Barnwell; sister-in-law, Melodee Anne (Luke) Dolan of Greenville, nieces, Elizabeth and Caroline Dolan of Greenville and nephews, John Thomas and Zachary Dolan of Greenville; paternal grandparents, Barbara and Charles Austin of Metropolis, IL. She was predeceased by her maternal grandparents, Merlene and Ronald Sumner of Metropolis, IL.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established: Ashley Austin Witherspoon Memorial to be sent to First Citizens Bank, 10355 Dunbarton Blvd., Barnwell, SC 29812.

Mole Funeral Home of Barnwell assisting the family with arrangements. Please visit their online registry at molefh.com.

Funeral services for Milledge B. “M. B.” Sanders, 75, of Elko, will be held 3 p.m., Friday, September 30, 2016 at Elko Baptist Church with the Reverend Tom Baker, Larry Davis and Evangelist Milton Sanders officiating. Burial will be in the Elko Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Folk Funeral Home, Williston. Memorial contributions may be sent to www.DonateLifeAmerica.net, Animal Advocates, P.O. Box 1924, Barnwell, SC 29812 or the Gideon’s International, Barnwell Camp, P.O. Box 86, Williston, SC 29853.

M. B. passed away on Tuesday, September 27, 2016.

Born in Barnwell County, he was a son of the late Doris and Irene Ray Sanders. He was a member of Elko Baptist Church. He retired as a field representative for Woodman of the World where he was awarded the number one seller award for several years. His life-passion was ESM Used Cars in Elko, he worked in the textile business, served as the mayor of Elko for many years, was mayor pro-tem and was currently on the Elko Town Council.

Survivors include his loving wife of 57 years, Joann Still Sanders of the home; daughter, Nancy S. (Mike) Jackson of Barnwell; sons, Danny Sanders of Elko, Milton (Trixie) Sanders of Barnwell; grandchildren, Jessica Jackson, Derek (Jenny) Jackson, April Sanders, Brittany Sanders, Ashley (Grayson) Banks, Baylee Sanders, Haley Sanders, Cheyenne Sanders; great-grandchildren, Gabriel Gunnells, Grayson Gunnells, Shelby Jackson, Trinity Jones, Sydney Jackson; sisters, Alice Gunnells of Blackville, Grace Sanders of Hilda, Priscilla Sanders of Blackville; his beloved four-legged friend, Bandit. He was preceded in death by a brother, Clifford Sanders and a grandson, Danny Sanders Jr.

Folk Funeral Home, Inc. and Crematory is assisting the family with arrangements. Visit their online registry at www.folkfuneralhome.com.

Betty (Naramu) Okada Oswald Connelly, age 97, of Allendale, died Thursday, September 29, 2016.

She was born on March 11, 1919 in Honolulu, Hawaii and was the youngest daughter of Zentaro and Masu (Terayama) Okada. She was a former homemaker, seamstress and employed by several manufacturing companies over her years of working. She is a former member of First Baptist Church in Allendale, Peniel Baptist of Islandton and Sycamore Baptist Church.

She was pre-deceased by her first husband, John Hull Oswald Jr., her second husband, Randolph Patterson Connelly; three sisters, Sekiyo Okada Nagai, Tomiko Okada Lee and Tamayo Okada Sakoda, and four brothers, Isami Okada, Takaichi Okada (infant), Masami “Richard” Okada and Tomokichi “Tom” Okada.

Graveside funeral services will be held 2 p.m., Saturday, October 1, 2016 in the Swallow Savannah Cemetery with Reverend Carol Holladay officiating.

Surviving are her daughter, Gerturde Oswald Loadholt (Coleman) of Fairfax, a grandson, Coley Loadholt (Detra) of Brunson, a granddaughter, Betty LeAnne Loadholt Getridge (J) of Brunson, four great-grandsons: Jon Cole Loadholt, Cody Getridge, Austin Getridge and Tracy Getridge, one great-great-grandson, Jackson Cole Loadholt, one step-son: Larry Connelly (Tiny) of Yemassee, four step daughters: Miriam Martin of Islandton, Millie Smoak of Walterboro, Delena Mishock of Satellite Beach , Fla., and Alice Barnes (Ray) of Ehrhardt; several step grandchildren, step great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m., Friday, September 30, 2016 at Keith Smith Funeral Service, 128 Water St., Allendale, SC 29810

Memorial contributions may be made to Swallow Savannah Cemetery, Post Office Box 306, Allendale, SC 29810.

Keith Smith Funeral Service is assisting the family with arrangements.

Barbara Ann Edwards Williams, 66, of Aiken, went to be with the Lord on September 28, 2016.

Born in Granite City, IL on September 29, 1949, she was the daughter of Donald and Betty Ann Edwards. Barbara was a homemaker and a loyal Carolina Gamecock fan. She enjoyed gardening, fishing and loved animals.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, October 1, 2016 at 11 a.m. in Mole Funeral Home Chapel. The family will be gathering at Trina Reynolds’ house. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the SPCA Albrecht Center, 199 Willow Run Rd., Aiken, SC 29801.

Survivors include her husband, James O. Williams, her parents, sons, Michael Parnell of Lugoff, Robert S. (Denise) Armstrong of Charleston, Christopher Armstrong of Charleston, and Jason Armstrong of Charleston; 7 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren; brothers, Donald (Cindy) Edwards of Reevesville, Timothy (Lisa) Edwards of Barnwell; sisters, Trina (William) Reynolds of Barnwell and Carol (Butch) Summey of Moore, and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her father and mother-in-law, Bill and Gloria Williams.

Mole Funeral Home of Barnwell is assisting the family with arrangements. Please visit their online registry at molefh.com.

Minister Kathrine Brooks Carmona of Barnwell departed this earthly life on Monday, Sept. 19, 2016 at the Laurel Baye Healthcare facility in Williston.

“Kat”, as she was affectionately called, was the firstborn to the late Sammie and Florrie Ray Brooks in Blackville. She was preceded in death by her husband, Miguel Angel Carmona Sr.; sister, Elizabeth Brooks Bellinger; and grandson, Isaiah Ellis. At a very young age, she was baptized at Sweet Branch Baptist Church and later joined Macedonia Baptist Church and Tabernacle Baptist Church.

Kathrine attended Blackville Public Schools. After leaving Blackville, she relocated to New York City and lived there for many years. Upon returning home, she attended Denmark Technical College where she earned an Associate Degree in Human Services. After retirement, she was employed by Denmark Technical College as a dormitory supervisor and served as a foster grandparent for Blackville Public Schools. With an intense desire to elevate to the realm of evangelism, she enrolled in Theology classes at Morris College Extension and boldly entered the pulpit to present her trial sermon to be licensed to preach on January 30, 2000 at Macedonia Baptist Church.

She was a member of the Pride of Barnwell #77 Order of the Eastern Star and was also an avid music lover. She was especially fond of gospels, hymns, and quartet singing. Kathrine and her sisters, The Brooks Sisters, often traveled the local area spreading the gospel through songs. She was the catalyst for the formation of the Blackville Community Choir and Sunbeam Children’s Choir at Macedonia Baptist Church. Kat enjoyed reading, traveling and witnessing laughter among family and friends. Her spirited life will certainly be missed.

Kathrine leaves to cherish her precious memory: one brother, Deacon Hammie James Brooks of Barnwell; sister, Thelma Brooks (Jasper) Salmond of Columbia; daughter, Angela Carmona Ellis of Barnwell; son, Miguel (Willa) Carmona Jr. of Dallas, Texas; grandchildren, Jaleesa Barcus (Steven) Brooker and Kaitlin Carmona of Barnwell, Courtney Carmona of Dallas, Texas, and Miguel Carmona III of Macon, Ga.; great-grandchildren, Steven and Justice Brooker of Barnwell; and many cousins, nieces, nephews, as well as, a host of other loving family, friends and neighbors.

Homegoing services were held on Saturday, Sept. 24, 2016 at 3 p.m. at Macedonia Baptist Church in Blackville. Interment followed at Hope Memorial Park in Barnwell.

Lebby’s Funeral Home of Barnwell was in charge of arrangements.

Maude Bankhead Douglas, age 91, of Allendale, widow of James Robert “Pete” Douglas, died Friday, September 30, 2016.

Mrs. Douglas was a native of Chester and the daughter of the late James R. and Jennie Curry Bankhead. She was a homemaker and member of Allendale First Baptist Church. She was a devoted wife and beloved mother and grandmother.

Graveside services will be held 2 p.m., Sunday, October 2, 2016 in the Swallow Savannah Cemetery, with the Reverend Carol Holladay officiating. The family will receive friends following the service.

Survivors include one son, James R. “Buddy” Douglas Jr. (Virginia); a daughter, Jennie D. Wilson (Mack); five grandchildren, Michael Peters (Cher), James Douglas III (Marley), Joseph Douglas (Heather), Mathis Wilson, and Marcus Wilson; five great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by one daughter, Sylvia D. Peters, four brothers and two sisters.

Memorials may be made to Allendale First Baptist Church Youth, 259 Memorial Ave., Allendale, SC 29810.

Keith Smith Funeral Services, 128 Water St., Allendale, is assisting the family with arrangements.

Funeral services for Edward “Hugh” Kizer, 59, of Branchville, will be held 11 a.m., Wednesday, October 5, 2016 in The First Baptist Church of Denmark with the Reverends Matt Thomas and Andy Hunter officiating. Burial will be in the Denmark Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, October 4, 2016 at the church. Honorary Pallbearers will be all current and former RA’s and RA Leaders of the church. The family has asked that memorial contributions be given in Hugh’s memory to the RA (Royal Ambassador) Fund at The First Baptist Church of Denmark, P.O. Box 325, Denmark, SC 29042.

Hugh passed away on Sunday, October 2, 2016.

Born in St. George, he was a son of the late James Henry Kizer Sr. and Laura Lucille Patrick Kizer. He graduated from St. George High School where he played in the school band and also played drums in a rock band during his lifetime. He was a USC graduate where he studied business. He was a member of The First Baptist Church of Denmark where he served as deacon, operated the sound system and was a RA leader for over 20 years. He worked at SRS as a Rad-Con Inspector.

Survivors include his fiancée, Cindy Woody Hargis of Branchville; daughters, Morgan (David) Reuis of Barnwell, Crystal Chavis and Robin (Johnny) Dukes, all of Branchville; sons, James Kizer and fiancée KrisAnn Baker of Atlanta, Ga., Caleb Hargis of TN; sister, Ann (Carol) Kirby of Greenville; brothers, Donald (Lena) Kizer of St. George, James (Ann) Kizer Jr. of Mt. Pleasant; grandsons, John Marshall Reuis, Dawson Chavis, Jay Dukes, Bryson Dukes, Landon Logan and a number of nieces and nephews.

Folk Funeral Home, Inc. of Denmark is assisting the family. Please visit their online registry at www.folkfuneralhome.com.

Miss Belinda Ann Johnson, 34, of 125002 S.C. Hwy. 64, Lot #74, Barnwell, passed away on Sept. 28, 2016 at Aiken Regional Medical Center. She was the daughter of Frances Hammonds and Jimmie Lee Robinson.

Funeral service will be held Oct. 8, 2016 at 1 p.m. at Second Baptist Church in Barnwell with Rev. Harris T. Barker officiating. Interment will be at Hope Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will be Friday, October 7, 2016 at the Guinyard and Sons Funeral Home.

Survivors: Her mother – Frances Hammonds of Barnwell; Her father – Jimmie Lee Robinson of Barnwell; Four children – Jessica Johnson, Tyrek Johnson, Toni Nix, And Kylah Johnson, all of the home; Grandmother – Reva Mae Johnson of Barnwell; Two sisters – Tamara Hammonds of Decatur, Ga. and Jennifer Rivers of Barnwell; Four brothers – Curtis Johnson, Lamont Robinson, both Of Barnwell, Jimmie Lee Heyward of North Carolina and Antwain Johnson of Barnwell; Ten aunts – Adell Geter and Pearline Newton, both of Barnwell, Eartha Dean Johnson of Denmark; Bessie Brook of Columbia, Betty (George) O’Neal of Williston, Phadra Daniels of Aiken, Alena Hankerson of Barnwell, Anna Robinson of Aiken, Annie O’Neal of Williston, and Shirley Pope of Barnwell; Three uncles – John (Laure) Brown of Barnwell; Myron Williams of Allendale, Willie Lee (Diane) Robinson of Columbia; A special friend – Marshall Buggs Jr. of Barnwell; and a host of nieces, nephews and cousins.

Guinyard and Sons Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Johnson C. “JC” Harley, 89, of Barnwell, went to his heavenly home on Wednesday, October 5, 2016 at Pruitt Health of Barnwell.

JC was born on July 23, 1927 in Barnwell County. He was a son of the late Alex C. and Mattie Ray Harley. He was a man with a sweet spirit, always smiling with a twinkle in his eyes. He loved his family and his friends and will be missed by them all.

Funeral services will be 3 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 9, 2016 in Friendship Baptist Church with burial in the church cemetery. Visitation will be one hour prior to the funeral services. The family will also receive friends at the home of Mary Fail, 280 Butternut Rd., Olar.

Survivors include his sister, Mary Harley Fail of Olar; brother, John Harley Wade of Gaston. He was predeceased by two brothers, Cap Harley and Esley Harley; four sisters, Barbara Creech, Eva Brown, Joyce Bodiford and Betty Gantt.

The family would like to thank the staff of Pruitt Health for the love and care they showed JC while he was a patient (twenty-six years) there.

Mole Funeral Home of Barnwell is assisting the family with arrangements. Please sign their online register at molefh.com.

Dr. Michael Anthony Worrell, Ph.D., died Tuesday, October 4, 2016 in Barnwell at the age of 63. Michael was born in Kansas City, KS on August 24, 1953 and was raised in Miramar, Fla. where he graduated from Miramar High School. He attended Florida State University, The University of Florida, and The University of Nebraska where he received his Ph.D. in Animal Science. Michael and his wife Becky moved to Barnwell in 1985. For 16 years Michael worked as a research scientist for the Clemson Edisto Research and Education Center studying ruminant nutrition. During his tenure, Michael took sabbatical leave, and he and his family spent six months in New Zealand where he studied grazing and grass science. With an entrepreneurial spirit, Michael left Clemson in 2001 when he and Becky began MiBek Farms. MiBek Farms was well known in South Carolina and reflected the family’s high standards of caring for the land, the cattle, and the customers they served. Michael was predeceased by his parents, Noel David Worrell and Marie Cavendish Worrell. He is survived by his wife Becky, daughter Kelsey of Barnwell, and son Garrett of Florida; brother Noel David Worrell Jr. of Gulf Port, Mississippi; sister Pam [Bill] Black of Naples, Fla.; sister Barbara [Mike] Murphy of Marco Island, Fla. Visitation and funeral services will be held at Holy Apostles Episcopal Church in Barnwell. Visitation will be at 2 p.m. Sunday, October 9, 2016. Due to Hurricane Matthew and travel considerations, service will be delayed until the following Sunday, October 16 at 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that any memorials be sent to Holy Apostles Episcopal Church, P.O. Box 207, Barnwell, SC 29812.

Mole Funeral Home of Barnwell is assisting the family with arrangements. Please visit their online registry at molefh.com.

Jennifer Carey Baxley, 64, passed away Tuesday, October 4, 2016 at her home in Barnwell.

Born in Aiken on June 27, 1952, she was the daughter of the late Thomas Edwin and Martha Russell Carey. Jennifer was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and sister. She will be greatly missed.

A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, October 11, 2016 at 2 p.m. in the Mole Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Dean Deer officiating. Burial will follow in the Barnwell County Memorial Cemetery. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.

Survivors include her husband, Steve Baxley; sons, Steven Riedel of Hannahan, Charles (Paula) Baxley of Barnwell, Matt (Gerry) Baxley of Summerton; grandchildren, Kylie Baxley and Hudson Riedel; brother, Thomas Edwin (Janie) Carey Jr. of Aiken; mother-in-law, Mary Baxley of Barnwell; brother-in-law, Rudy Brooks of North Augusta. She was predeceased by a sister, Claire Carey Brooks.

Mole Funeral Home of Barnwell is assisting the family with arrangements. Please visit their online registry at molefh.com.

Johnny William Harvey Jr., 66, of Barnwell, passed away Wednesday, October 5, 2016 at his residence.

Born in Charleston, W. Va., he was a son of the late Johnny William Harvey Sr. and Ollie Eads Harvey. Mr. Harvey was a carpenter for the South Carolina Housing Authority and was married to Vickie Ann Skeen Harvey.

Survivors include his wife; a son, Chris and his wife Michelle Harvey of Blackville; a daughter, Carla Crank of Charleston, W.Va.; grandchildren, CarolAnn (Geofrey) Allen, Christopher (Brittni) Harvey, Conner Harvey, Emily Harvey, Katie (West) Lafitte and Autumn (Will) O’Toole; two great-grandchildren; sisters, Sarah Dent, Eunice (Curtis) Rhodes and Becky Phillips; a brother, Joseph Harvey and several nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held at a later date in West Virginia. The family would like to think everyone for their prayers and support during this time of loss.

Folk Funeral Home, Inc. and Crematory is assisting the family with arrangements. Visit their online registry at www.folkfuneralhome.com.

Funeral services for John William “J.W.” Bryant, 57, of Springfield, will be held 3 p.m., Wednesday, October 12, 2016 in the Folk Funeral Home Chapel, Williston, with the Reverend Cody Campbell officiating. Burial will be in the Springfield Cemetery. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home on Wednesday.

J. W. passed away Sunday, October 9, 2016.

Born in Aiken County, J. W. was a son of the late James Bryant and Thelma Denson Bryant.

Survivors include his sister-in-law, Willie Jean Bryant and his niece, Kimberly, both of Springfield. He was preceded in death by his brother, James Melvin Bryant.

Folk Funeral Home, Inc. and Crematory is assisting the family with arrangements. Visit their online registry at www.folkfuneralhome.com.

Funeral services for Manson Turner “Beau” Owens III, 39, of Williston, will be held 2 p.m., Thursday, October 13, 2016 in the Folk Funeral Home Chapel, Williston, with the Reverend Ryan Tucker officiating, Burial will be in the Williston Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m., Wednesday, October 12 at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be given to P.A.W.S. 4 Spay/Neuter Your Pet, P.O. Box 392, Aiken, SC 29802.

Beau passed away Sunday, October 9, 2016.

Born in Fairfax, he was a son of Jo Ward Owens and the late Manson Turner “Bubba” Owens Jr. He was a shop supervisor at United Automotive in Aiken. Beau had a passion for hunting and fishing, was an avid hog hunter and was a member of Rose Hill Hunting Club. He was a judge for field trials at Piedmont Hunting Preserve and W. S. N. T. in Bamberg. Beau always had a smile on his face, was a friend to many and everyone who met him loved him.

Survivors include his mother, Jo Ward Owens of Williston; girlfriend, Melinda Dale of Williston; sister, JoAnne and her husband Trey Wagnon of Snelling; maternal grandmother, Frances Ward of Williston; niece, Rieanna Wagnon; nephew, Budd Wagnon; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and his dogs, Heff, Chloe and Abby. He was preceded in death by his dad, Manson Turner “Bubba” Owens Jr., maternal granddad, L. B. Ward; paternal grandparents, Manson and Anne Owens.

Folk Funeral Home, Inc. and Crematory, Williston, is assisting the family with arrangements. Visit their online registry at www.folkfuneralhome.com.