Obituaries

Jul 20, 2026

Johnnie "Skipper" Smith Jr., 77, of Bamberg, South Carolina, passed away peacefully on July 20, 2026, leaving behind a remarkable legacy of service, friendship, laughter, and unconditional love for his family and community.

Born on March 21, 1949, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Skipper was the son of Johnnie Smith Sr. and Jeanne Smith. As a young boy, he returned with his family...

Jul 6, 2026

Joseph Stull Smith, 70 of Walterboro, South Carolina, husband of Teressa Smith passed away on Monday, July 6, 2026.

Born on June 15, 1956, in Walterboro, SC Jody was a son of the late Shirley Corbitt Smith and Marvin Smith.

Jody was a retired superintendent with Fluor Enterprises with over twenty years of service. He loved spending time outdoors hunting and fishing....

Jun 23, 2026

Georgette Morrow, age 62, of Bamberg, SC, passed away peacefully at her home on June 23, 2026.

Born on October 17, 1963, in Orangeburg, SC, Georgette was the daughter of Virginia and George Morrow. She was known for her love of the Edisto River and enjoyed spending time with family and friends at her home on the river.

In addition to her...

May 7, 2026

Robert B. "Bob" Reeves, 84 of Bamberg, South Carolina, passed away on Thursday, May 7, 2026. 

Born on December 2, 1941 in Allendale, SC Bob was a son of the late Virgie Keaton Reeves and Carroll Reeves. 

Bob was an avid fisherman and hunter who found his greatest joy in spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren at the family's hunting place...

Apr 16, 2026

Nolan Earl Quattlebaum, 91 of Bamberg, South Carolina passed away on Thursday, April 16th at MUSC-Orangeburg surrounded by his family. He was Born on March 20, 1935 in Greenwood, SC to the late Myrtie Mullinax Quattlebaum and Samuel Evander Quattlebaum. He was also preceded in death by first wife Jennie Irene Canady Quattlebaum and then his second wife Joan Hughes...

Mar 28, 2026

Betty Beatrice Scott Kilgus, age 91, died peacefully at her home on March 28, 2026.

Funeral services will be held Friday, April 3, 2026, at 11 AM at First Baptist Church in Bamberg, South Carolina, with burial to follow in Bamberg Memory Gardens. Visitation will be held on Thursday, April 2, 2026, in the church fellowship hall from 5 to 7...

Mar 27, 2026

Jeanette O’Quinn Driggers, 89, of Bamberg, South Carolina, passed away on Friday, March 27, 2026. She was born on June 22, 1936, in Bamberg, SC, the daughter of the late Joseph O'Quinn and Katie Summers O'Quinn.

Jeanette began her career at an early age, as many children of her generation did. She often shared stories— and you know she could truly...

Feb 23, 2026

On February 23, 2026, Delaine 73, of Bamberg SC went to be with her Lord and Savior.

Today we honor the beautiful life of Mrs. Delaine Haddock- a loving wife. devoted mother, cherished grandmother, faithful servant, and friend to so many.

She is survived by her husband Steve Haddock of Bamberg, daughter Ketrenia Fullerton (Mark) of Washington NC, son Anthony Haddock (Ronda)...

Feb 20, 2026

Hester Smith 79 of Bamberg South Carolina passed Friday February 20 2026.

Services will be held at a later date.

Expressions of sympathy may be viewed or submitted online at coonerfuneralhome.com.

 Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Cooner-Smith Funeral Home, 287 McGee St, Bamberg, SC 29003, (803-245-2828).

Jan 15, 2026

Tim Stanley Still, 67, passed away January 15, 2026 at his residence.  Mr Still was a son of the late Luther Franklin Still and Willie Dell Still.

He was born October 2, 1958 in Bamberg County where he resided all of his life.  He was a member of the Word of Life Pentecostal Church.

He...

Dec 15, 2025

On December 15, Patti Pait Jeffcoat, 68, of Bamberg, South Carolina, left this earth to be with

her beloved husband, Derek, surrounded by her loving family and dear friends.

Born on April 12, 1957, Patti lived a life grounded in faith, family, and service. She was married

to the love of her life,...

Dec 12, 2025

John Curtis Russell Jr. 84, died December 12th, 2025 after an extended illness.  He was the son of the late John Curtis Russell, Sr and Annie Myrline Crider Russell.

Mr. Russell was retired from the Army National Guard after 33 years of service, a Real Estate Broker and a member of Spring Branch Baptist Church.

...

Nov 17, 2025

Bamberg, SC

George Willis Folk, SR. 82, died November 17, 2025 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was a son of the late Leland Edgar Folk and Vivian Hughes. Mr. Folk was a member of Spring Branch Baptist Church. Mr. Folk graduated from Denmark Olar High school class of 1961 and obtained a Criminal...

Oct 7, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, and friend, Ruth Marshbanks Thomas, 93 of Bamberg, SC. and formerly of Weaverville, NC. She met her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, October 7 after a seven year journey with Alzheimer's disease. She was the wife of the late Keith LeGrande Thomas of Cordova. Ruth loved...

Aug 5, 2025

Born on January 23rd, 1949, Chuck was the eldest child of the late Charles F. Black and Thelma Holloway Black of Bamberg, SC.  He grew up in Bamberg and graduated from the Camden Military Academy in Camden, SC.

He joined the United States Air Force in 1968, where he was twice deployed to Viet Nam.  Chuck graduated...

Jul 14, 2025

Jeffrey Dean Carson, 62, of Branchville passed away on July 14, 2025 surrounded by his wife, daughters and family at the Mayo Clinic Hospital in Jacksonville, Florida. He was born on September 9, 1962, in Orangeburg, South Carolina. He graduated from Edisto High School in 1981. Jeff went on to work at Savannah River Plant for 20+ years. He...

Jul 12, 2025

Billy Dean Priester, SR, 53 died Saturday, July 12, 2025 at the Bamberg Denmark Emergency Center.  He was a son of the late George Allen Priester and Evelyn Mae Jackson Priester.

Mr. Priester was a member of Spring Branch Baptist Church and attended Colston Branch Baptist Church.

He is survived by his son Billy Dean...

Jun 15, 2025

Roosevelt Dyches, 91, passed away June 15, 2025 at his home surrounded by family.  He was a son of the late Ossie Dyches and Lee Belle Croft Dyches.

Mr. Dyches was a retired Textile worker and a member of the Bamberg Church of God of Prophsey.

He is survived by his son Marty Dyches and...

May 30, 2025

Shelby Jean Myers, 82, of Bamberg, South Carolina passed away peacefully on May 30, 2025, surrounded by her family.  Born and raised in Bamberg, SC, she was the daughter of the late James S. (Jim) Gunnells and Frances W. Gunnells.

She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She was married to the love of...

May 25, 2025

In Loving Memory of Dr. Gerald Eugene Sanders USAF Colonel (Retired)

August 29, 1938 – May 25, 2025

Dr. Gerald Eugene Sanders, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on May 25, 2025, in Kennesaw, Georgia, surrounded by those who loved him.  A Celebration of Life service was held onTuesday, June 10,...