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Steven Burgess May 20, 1968 - May 18, 2022

The life of Steven Wesley Burgess began on May 20, 1968, at birth in the city of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. He was a father of two, a brother to five other siblings and child of Mr. Wesley and Mary E. Burgess. His mother preceded him in death.

Steven attended Myrtle Beach public schools and participated in a host of extracurricular activities. This journey throughout his education would lead to him building strong friendships with members in his community. Steven also had a passion for sports, where he played both football and basketball. After completing high school, Steven made the journey to Washington D. C. There he met the love of his life, Ms. Nicole Turner of Danville, VA. They married November 18, 1993 and shared a union that was blessed with the births and rearing of two children.

Early on before leaving for the Nation’s Capital, Steven was a member of Sandy Grove Baptist Church throughout his childhood.

Steven would embark on several careers while in the metropolitan area but found his passion for driving trucks while working with Coca Cola Corporation. There he made many new friends along the way while delivering coke products to many customers along his route. Life’s challenges would bring Steven back to the Myrtle Beach area which lead him to take on a new career as a Salad Preparer for one of the top Steak Houses in the Country.

Known for his upbeat and vibrant personality since childhood which led to many whippings from his dad, Steven turned that blessing around as an adult, by bringing laughter to those that needed it most. Unbeknownst to him, he followed in his mother’s footsteps by touching the hearts of many that would come in close contact with him. One of his many favorite quotes was (Although not Original), “I’m going to say the things that others are afraid to say.” Everyone that knew him, understood his position, and knew that it was out of love.

Since childhood, Steven had a passion for football. After his high school football career ended, he took the liberty of becoming the NFL’s biggest fan. This would lead to one of several nick names, such as “Bandwagon”. Everyone knew when the season got underway, his teams would change several times throughout the season. One thing that remain the same every year, his team would always win the Super Bowl, whoever that was going to be.

Although Steven didn’t have the monetary means to give, he gave what God allowed, and that was his time, in which he always ensured both of his kids always received the same love and care. Steven had many people help shape his life, but no one compared to his heart like his grandmother, Ms. Juanita Alston. He made it a priority to call and check on her daily.

The following remain to grow from the seeds he planted and abundantly shared and to cherish loving memories: his father Wesley Burgess, Myrtle Beach, SC; two kids Shatiqua and Steven Jr., both of Myrtle Beach, SC; five siblings, Venessia and Warren (Sherry) Page of Myrtle Beach, SC; Lisa of Fredericksburg, VA; Rainey (Rose), Upper Marlboro MD, and his favorite Jonathan (Wife) of Stafford, VA. He also leaves a host of family members such as aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, other treasured relatives, and friends.

Carola Lewis Johnson July 2, 1928 - May 18, 2022

Carola Lewis Johnson, the daughter of the late Fate and Bessie Lewis, was born on July 2, 1928 in Bishopville. Carola received her education in the public schools of Lee County. She later married the late Willie “AB” Johnson and to this union five children were conceived. The Lord quietly and peacefully called Carola to eternal rest on Wednesday, May 18, 2022 at Springdale Nursing Care, Camden. At an early age, Carola attended Mt. Calvary Holiness Church and became a faithful and loyal member of the church, where she accepted Jesus Christ as her Lord and Personal Savior. Later she became a member of the Mt. Calvary Gospel Choir traveling to local churches to sing. Carola leaves to cherish her memories: a son, Willie Sammy Johnson of Dalzell.; two daughters, Diann Johnson of Dalzell, and Margaret Johnson of Camden; two children she raised as her own, Monique Johnson an Henrietta Burris of Wedgefield; four sisters, Bessie Holmes of Elizabeth, N. J., Earline Sellers of Philadelphia, PA, Zooline McDuffie of Camden, Mable Williams of Cleveland, Ohio; one step sister, Perthenia (Harmon) Jenkins of Dalzell; twelve grandchildren; forty six great grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. In accordance with the COVID-19 guidelines, the family is requesting that face masks and social distancing be observed by relatives and friends during all visitation at the home, 4005 Delaware Drive, Dalzell. Funeral services will be held 12:00 noon, Tuesday, May 24, 2022 in the John Wesley Williams, Sr. Memorial Chapel, Williams Funeral Home, Inc., 821 North Main Street, Sumter, with the Pastor Maggie Williams, Pastor of Mt. Calvary Holiness Church, Eulogist. The procession will leave the home at 11:20 a. m. Burial will be in the Mt. Calvary Holiness Church Yard Cemetery, 771 Central School Road, Rembert.

Peggy Smith June 15, 1948 - May 18, 2022

Peggy Smith, 73, of Cross, South Carolina, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, May 18, 2022. On June 15, 1948, she was born to the late Joe and Bertha Lee Wigfall.

Peggy or Bummie as her family affectionately called her graduated from Central High School in 1966. On June 6, 1970, she was joined in Holy Matrimony to the late, Henry L. Smith. She accepted Christ at an early age and became a member of Unity Baptist Church in the early 1970's. Peggy was a very active member in which she sang in the mass choir # 2, missionary, and advisor to the young adult choir. Peggy was employed at Walmart for over 25 years.

Peggy had a great personality and a smile that would light up a room. She will always be remembered for her sweet kind spirit and her love for people.

She leaves to cherish her precious memories: her siblings, Lila Mae President, Sarah Nkramuh, Mizell Hall, Henry (Althea) Wigfall, Kay Francis Scott, Joetta Mack, and Isiah Wigfall; her in-laws, Hattie (Fred) Morton, Betty (Steve) Marion, Joseph (Albertha) Smith, Geraldine Smith, Helen (Stephen) Marion, Sheila (John) Watkins, Veronica Davis, James (Vivian) Ellis, and Faye Richardson; stepchildren, Anthony and Rico Martin, Henry Moody, and Terrica Jenkins; adoptive children, Joseph (Marixsa) Wigfall, Adrianne Lambright, and Desmond Rollins; and a host of other nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.

Roosevelt Harvin July 16, 1971 - May 20, 2022

Roosevelt Harvin, 50, husband of Ruby Fowler Harvin departed this life on Friday, May 20, 2022, in Shelby, NC.

He was born July 16, 1971, in Sumter to the late Henry and Emma Holiday Harvin, Sr.

The Memorial Service for Mr. Harvin is scheduled for Saturday, May 28, 2022 at 12:00 PM.

Friendship Missionary Baptist Church located at 182 South Pike Rd East in Sumter, SC 29150

Interment will be at Aycock Cemetery, 4705 Wedgefield Road

Sumter, SC 29154

Dr. Rev. Mingo McRae Jr. April 14, 1941 - May 20, 2022

Dr. Rev. Mingo McRae Jr. was 81, and departed this life Friday May 20, 2022 in Florence County. He was the father of Angela Lampley, Reginald McRae, Shawn McRae, Terrence McRae, Dwana McRae. You may visit the family 568 Black Branch Rd. Dillon, SC 29536.

Funeral services are scheduled to be held at Manning Baptist Church, Dillon on Thursday May 26, 2022 at 1:00 pm. He will be laid to rest at Rest Haven Cemetery, Dillon. Services will be live-streamed on the Jackson & McGill Facebook Page.

Danfield Hemingway July 13, 1971 - May 21, 2022

Brother Danfield Hemingway was 50, and departed this life Saturday May 21, 2022 in Marion County. You may visit the family at 3706 Ponderosa Rd. Marion.

Please check the Jackson & McGill Facebook page for updates to the service arrangements for the late Brother Danfield Hemingway.

Barbara J. Fuller April 23, 1938 - May 24, 2022

On April 23, 1938, in Lake City, South Carolina, Elmond Brown and Beulah Cameron Brown were blessed by the arrival of a beautiful bouncing baby girl, they named her Barbara Jean Brown; a total of eight children were born to this union.

Barbara was reared in a Christian home and educated in the Florence County School System and upon graduation from Carver High School she attended and graduated from South Carolina State College which is now South Carolina State University. After graduating, she moved to Paterson, New Jersey with her oldest sister Georgia; there she met Lovett Fuller. They were united in holy matrimony and to this union two daughters Bridget Lenett Fuller-Sewell and Delinda Fuller were added, Barbara and Lovett have been married for 60 years.

Barbara worked with the Passaic County Public School System where she taught in several schools including John F. Kennedy High School until her retirement.

Barbara joined Creech Temple United Holy Church of America Inc. under the leadership of Pastor James C. Creech in 1982. She continued to serve under the leadership of Pastor Moses McKenzie who proceeded Pastor Creech. Barbara was a member of the Voices Choir, served as the treasurer of the Mission Department and was the Recording Secretary for the United Holy Church of America, Northern District until moving to Homestead, FL in 1998. In 1999 Barbara joined Greater New Covenant Missionary Baptist Church and later joined Covenant Baptist Church where she served faithfully until her decline.

Barbara was preceded in death by her parents Elmond and Beulah Brown, three sisters Georgia Barr, Dorothy Hickson and Gloria Harmon, two brothers Timothy and Herbert Brown and one brother-in-law Odell Hickson.

Barbara leaves to cherish her memories: her husband Lovett Fuller of Homestead, Florida, two daughters Bridget Lenett Fuller (Joseph) Sewell and Delinda Fuller both of Homestead, Florida, one sister Connie (Jackie) Epps of Columbia, South Carolina, one brother Elmond (Della) Brown of Lake City, South Carolina, one brother-in-law Vernon Harmon of North Carolina, two sisters-in-law Carolyn Brown of Landover, Maryland and Johnsie Brown of Columbia, South Carolina, 6 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren, a host of cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends.

Barbara touched the lives of many with her big heart and generosity. Anyone who had the pleasure of meeting Barbara, was blessed to be in her presence. Barbara you will be missed but your legacy will live on.