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Robert L. ‘Nubby’ Davis

RUBY - Robert L. "Nubby" Davis, of Ruby, SC, died January 19, 2018 after years of declining health. He was 72.

Robert was born and raised in Chesterfield, SC, the son of Albert T. Davis Sr. and Ora Mae Adams Davis (both deceased). He is survived by brothers Albert T Davis Jr., of Hickory, NC, and Johnny A. Davis, of Chesterfield; and by two nephews and two nieces.

According to his brother Albert, Robert was a lovable, frustrating, opinionated man, a free spirit who insisted on doing things his way. He began smoking at age 5. He dropped out of high school (but earned his GED in the Navy). He was stationed in Japan and worked as a Morse code operator.

In the 1960’s he set type for The State newspaper, in Columbia, SC. He often babysat his niece Trilby and seemingly enjoyed Sesame Street as much as she did. He enjoyed doing crossword puzzles and was confident enough to use a ballpoint.

Probably the two most important things in his adult life were his cats and politics. He was a passionate political junky of the progressive persuasion, with in-depth knowledge about the issues. And he delighted in debating those issues, seldom if ever conceding.

Cats held an exalted status in his house. In his last year, his cats Lucky and Oona were a reason he refused to consider living in a nursing home.

Robert had many friends, but none more caring and steadfast than Delores Brigman, who helped him through difficult times, especially in his demanding, final years. She was essentially a member of his family. Delores has found a forever home for Lucky. Oona’s adoptive parents are hoping to keep her, but are waiting to see if early signs of a possible cat allergy disappear.

In the ledger of Robert’s life, the happier days will be most vividly remembered. That is the Nubby who is and will be so missed.

Carole McLain Love

FLORENCE - Carole McLain Love, 75, of Florence, passed away on Monday, January 22, 2018.

Mrs. Love was born in Patrick, SC a daughter of the late Leroy McLain and Viola Brown McLain. She was a member of Hillside Free Will Baptist Church and loved Sunday School.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Ralph Love and two brothers.

Surviving are her sons, Jimmy Ray (Renee) Rivers of Sumter, SC, Alton (Regina) Love and Jimmy (Kelly) Love, both of Hartsville; daughter, Jennifer Rivers (Dyson) Caraway of Florence; grandchildren, Nichole Alford, Colton Rivers, Peyton Rivers, Maggie Love, Chase Love, Mac Love and Evan Childers; great-grandchild, Katie Alford and a very special cousin, Kathy “Kitten” Hunt.

Memorials may be made to Hillside Free Will Baptist Church, 2405A Purvis Drive, Florence, SC 29505.

The family received friends from 2 – 3 PM Thursday at Hillside Free Will Baptist Church with the service to follow at 3:00 Pm in the church sanctuary. Burial took place after the service in the church cemetery directed by Stoudenmire-Dowling Funeral Home.

Daisy Eloise White Melton

COLUMBIA - A memorial service for Daisy Eloise White Melton, 85, was held at 3:00 p.m. Tuesday, January 30, 2018, at Dunbar Funeral Home, Devine Street Chapel. The family received friends from 5:00 until 7:00 p.m. Monday, January 29, 2018, at the funeral home.

Mrs. Melton died peacefully, surrounded by her family, on Friday, January 26, 2018. She grew up in Chesterfield, SC. She graduated in 1949 from Chesterfield High School and was elected “Miss High Miss” by her classmates. She was the daughter of the late Thurman Ellison White and Aletha Vaden Smith White.

Mrs. Melton worked for the State of South Carolina for 35 years; the DMV for 5 years; University of South Carolina for 30 years at their computer center, Russell House Bookstore and Baruch Institute; and retired in 1994. She was always an avid Gamecock fan.

Eloise is lovingly survived by her pride and joy, twin daughters, Lisa Melton Chapman (John) and Pati Melton Derrick (Ray), both of Columbia, SC; grandchildren, Cirbey Derrick of Nashville, TN, Spencer Derrick (Caroline) of Columbia, SC, Graham Chapman of Charleston, SC and Frank Chapman of The Citadel, Charleston, SC; great-grandchildren, Crew and Reaves Derrick; many nieces and nephews; and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents; 3 sisters and their husbands, Betty Hurst (Billy), Barbara “Bobby” Freeman (Thomas) and Louise King (Clyde); grandson, Lance Derrick; granddaughter, baby Chapman; and a nephew.

“Mimi”, as she was known by her grandchildren, loved sports and politics, but most of all, her family. She will be greatly missed.

Memorials may be made to Chesterfield Baptist Church, 207 E Main St, Chesterfield, South Carolina 29709; St. Jude Children’s Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105; or Pawmetto Lifeline, 1275 Bower Pkwy, Columbia, SC 29212.

James Knox Moore

Chesterfield - Mr. James Knox Moore, age 82, entered into rest on Tuesday, January 23, 2018 at his home. A Celebration of Life Service was held at 7:00 PM Tuesday, January 30, 2018 from the Chapel of Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home. The family greeted friends from 6:00 – 7:00 PM prior to the service at the funeral home.

Mr. Moore was born August 7, 1935 in Ruby, SC a son of the late Walter H. and Ollie Lee Oliver Moore. He was a U.S. Army Veteran and a Mason with Chesterfield Masonic Lodge # 220. Reared in Hopewell Baptist Church, Knox later moved his membership to Bay Springs Baptist Church where he served as former Deacon. Mr. Moore was a retired employee of Sonoco and following his retirement he was the owner and operator of Moore’s Truck Repair and the proud owner of James K. Moore Farms. Knox enjoyed fox, deer, and rabbit hunting and was associated with the SC Horse and Donkey Association. He was a member and former president of both the SC Fox Hunter’s Association and the Pee Dee Beagle’ Club. A long-time member of the Chesterfield County Horseman’s Association, Knox hosted numerous rodeos throughout the years at his farm.

In addition to his parents, Knox was the last surviving member of his immediate family of eleven and was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 44 years, Erline Blackwell Moore; brothers, Harley, Parnell, Harget, Bart, Tom, Bob, and John; 3 sisters, Hazel Vick, Margaret Gulledge, and Mary Lee Gulledge.

Survivors include his 3 sons, Chester (Sue) Moore, Toby Moore, and Mike Moore all of Chesterfield, SC; 2 grandchildren, Jessie (Jason) Oliver of Ruby, SC, and Carrie (Adam) Foote of Chesterfield, SC; 4 great grandchildren, Baylor, Dustin, Junuh, and Makenlee.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to a charity of one’s choice.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home of Chesterfield, SC is serving the Moore family.

Alicia ‘Alice’ Barefoot Perdue

PATRICK - Mrs. Alicia “Alice” Barefoot Perdue, age 72, entered into rest on Tuesday, January 23, 2018 at her home. Funeral Services were held at 3:00 PM Thursday, January 25, 2018 from the Chapel of Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home by Rev. William Griggs with burial following in the Cedar Creek Baptist Church Cemetery by Rev. Jeff Williams and Elder George Barefoot. The family greeted friends from 2:00 – 3:00 PM prior to the service at the funeral home.

Mrs. Perdue was born December 28, 1945 in Hartsville, SC a daughter of the late James Curtis and Martha Jane Jordan Barefoot. She was a retired employee of Wellman Advanced Materials and a member of Brown Springs Baptist Church. She enjoyed spending time with her husband, traveling to the beach, and shopping.

In addition to her parents, Alicia was also preceded in death by 2 brothers, William G. Barefoot and James Darrell Barefoot; and 2 sisters, Lois Gainey and Eleanor Gainey.

She is survived by her husband of 52 years, Arthur Neil Perdue of the home; brother, George W. (Yvonne) Barefoot of Hartsville, SC; sister, Teresa Brigman of Patrick, SC; sister-in-law, Helen Joyce Barefoot of Hartsville, SC; and brother-in-law, Jimmy Gainey of Hartsville, SC; also numerous nieces and nephews.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home of Chesterfield, SC is serving the Perdue family.

Charles Neil Sturgis

MONROE, N.C. - Charles Neil Sturgis, son of the late Neil and Corinne Sturgis, passed away with his family by his side on January 21, 2018. Born on March 31, 1927, he was 90 years old. Mr. Sturgis was a veteran, having served honorably in the United States Coast Guard during World War II. After returning home to Monroe, Mr. Sturgis attended Wingate College and The Cincinnati Mortuary College. Upon graduation, Mr. Sturgis returned to Monroe to begin a career with McEwen's Funeral Home. He worked there many years until leaving to accept an offer from the Chamber of Commerce. After several years with the Chamber, Mr.

Sturgis was recruited to become Head of Personnel for Yale and Towne Lock and Hardware. Mr. Sturgis remained in that position for many years until he joined Scovill Corporation as their Personnel Director. In later years, Yale and Towne merged with Eaton Corporation and Mr. Sturgis was asked to become Head of Personnel for Eaton. He remained with Eaton for many years until his retirement. Mr. Sturgis was also an active, leading citizen for Monroe and Union County, always eager to serve his community. In 1980, he was selected as Man of the Year in addition to becoming president of the Chamber of Commerce. He was a member of the Rotary Club and served on numerous Boards such as the ABC Board, United Carolina Bank, and the United Way just to name a few. He also served two years as president of the local chapter of the American Cancer Society. Mr. Sturgis was a devoted member of Central United Methodist Church. Never one to remain inactive, Mr. Sturgis also returned to his very first job, McEwen's Funeral Home, and worked there part-time until fully retiring in late 2015.

Mr. Sturgis is survived by his daughter Kathy Ward and her husband Ronnie from Winchester VA and his son Neil Sturgis and his wife DyAnn of Indian Land, SC. His wife of 66 years, Katrina Pigg Sturgis, predeceased him in 2016. His sister, Bettie Sturgis Secrest predeceased him in 2013. Mr. Sturgis is also survived by his Brother-in-Law Billy Pigg and his wife Bobbie of Pageland SC, his Brother-in-Law Attaway Rivers of Ruby, SC and a Sister-in-Law Sue Pigg of Virginia Beach, VA. Mr. Sturgis has five grandchildren and fifteen great-grandchildren as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Mr. Sturgis is additionally survived by his loving caregivers Earnest and Karen Rushing, Mable Glenn, Daphney Blount, Doris Robinson, Nilda Berrios and his faithful companion, Sissy.

The family received friends Friday January 26, 2018 from 12:30pm until 1:30pm at Central United Methodist Church. A service to celebrate Mr. Sturgis's life was held at 2:00pm. Interment followed in Lakeland Memorial Park.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to Hospice of Union County, 700 W. Roosevelt Blvd., Monroe, NC 28110; or to Central United Methodist Church, 801 S. Hayne Street, Monroe, NC 28112.

Foye Sellers Wallace

CHESTERFIELD - Mrs. Foye Sellers Wallace, age 91, entered into rest on Tuesday, January 23, 2018. Funeral Services were held at 3:00 PM Friday, January 26, 2018, at Zoar United Methodist Church by Pastor Ryan Powell and Phillip C. Caulder, Jr., with burial following in the church cemetery. The family greeted friends from 6:00 – 8:00 PM on Thursday, January 25, at Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home.

Mrs. Wallace was born July 10, 1926, in Chesterfield, SC, a daughter of the late Jessie Watt and Josie Gardner Sellers. She was a member of Zoar United Methodist Church, a UMW member, a member of Sunday School Class #9, a former choir member, and was active in the MYF Group. Mrs. Wallace was a retired employee of Chesterfield Middle School. Her favorite pastimes included sewing, gardening, traveling with her family, and spending time with her grandchildren.

In addition to her parents, Jessie Watt Sellers and Josie Gardner Sellers, and step-mother, Phodie Boan Sellers, Mrs. Wallace was also preceded in death by her husband of 66 years, Dozier Franklyn Wallace.

Survivors include one son, Dozier Franklyn “Frankie” Wallace, Jr. and Rachel Brooks; one daughter, Sandra Wallace Hall and husband Keith Hall; three grandchildren, Jackie Kyser, Erin (John) Fann, and Wes (Jill) Hall; four great-grandchildren, Cristina (Jake) Deputy, Cathy Jacobs, Berkeley Fann, and Grady Hall; three great-great-grandchildren, Dallas Deputy, Payton Deputy, and Olivia Deputy; one brother, Billy (Betty) Sellers; one sister, Jennie Faye Burch; three sisters-in-law, Katherine R. Wallace, Fannie Lee (Bill) Harper and Mary Wallace; and one brother-in-law Olin Johnson; special caregivers, Louise Sims, Mary Donahue, Rachel Curtis, and Cynthia Tucker.

Memorials may be made to Zoar United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 544, Chesterfield, SC or to Hospice of Chesterfield County, P.O. Box 293 Chesterfield, SC 29709.

Miller-Rivers-Caulder Funeral Home of Chesterfield, SC is serving the Wallace family.

Connie Douglas Covington

CHERAW - Connie Douglas Covington, 87, died Tuesday, January 16, 2018. Born in Hemingway, SC she was a daughter of the late Neal and Sara J. Owens Douglas, and the widow of Malcolm Lee Covington. She was a longtime member of First United Methodist Church, Bennettsville, SC. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren, who brought her great happiness. She also loved to knit and crochet, and enjoyed teaching others the practice. Connie enjoyed cooking for friends and family. She enjoyed tending to plants and had quite the green thumb. Her favorite was the Christmas cactus.

Surviving are her daughters, Pamela (Pete) Baker, Jan (Doug) Rogers all of Cheraw, SC, grandchildren, Anna Baker (Craig) Watson, Allison (Shawn) Nettleton, Todd (Stephanie) Rogers, Rebecca Caroline Baker, and great-grandchildren William Ingold, McKenzie (Matt) Cunningham, Emily Nettleton, Luke Nettleton and Sadie Nettleton. Special caretakers, Mehalia Morrow and Nellie Joines.

She was preceded in death by her parents and husband listed above, as well as a brother, J.W. Douglas, sisters Alene Hill, Vivian Wallace, and Ann Hartman.

The family received friends 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM, Friday, January 19, 2018 at Kiser Funeral Home, Cheraw, SC. A funeral service was held at 3:00 PM, Friday, January 19, 2018 in the funeral home chapel following the visitation. Interment was 4:00 PM Friday, January 19, 2018 in McCall Cemetery, Bennettsville, SC.

Memorial to: Hospice of Chesterfield County, PO Box 293, Chesterfield, SC 29709.

James Foyd Funderburk

JEFFERSON - James Foyd Funderburk, 56, died on Friday, January 5, 2018. Funeral services were held on Tuesday, January 9, 2018 at 2PM from the Black Creek Baptist Church, Mt. Croghan, SC. Burial followed in the church cemetery. He was born February 11, 1961 in Cheraw, SC to the late Barbara Funderburk and James Floyd. Survivors: his wife, Erica Funderburk; three daughters; Shanyka Robinson (David), Lee Ann Funderburk and Keja Funderburk; three sons, James Funderburk, Jr. (Michelle), Daniel Funderburk (Ashley) and Michael Funderburk; three sisters, Shekina Funderburk, Rachelle Funderburk and Shirley Jackson; a brother, Samuel Ballard; twelve grandchildren; a great grandson. Services were rendered by Flemming Funerals-Pageland.

George W. Gregory, Jr.

CAMDEN - George W. Gregory, Jr. passed away January 3, 2018 with his loving wife, Debbie, by his side. He was the son of the late George W. Gregory, Sr. and the late Harriett Venters Gregory.

George grew up in Jefferson, SC. He was a graduate of Fishburn Military School, attended Davidson College and earned his BA from the University of South Carolina in 1959. While an undergraduate, he was a member of Sigma Chi Fraternity. He was a graduate of the University of South Carolina School of Law, which conferred upon him the degree of Bachelor of Laws and later the degree of Juris Doctor in 1962. He practiced law in Cheraw for over 40 years.

George served in the South Carolina Legislature both as a Senator and a member of the House of Representatives. Having been elected at the age of twenty-eight he was the youngest elected senator in the State’s history. While in the house, George was a founding member of the Fat and Ugly Caucus, a group of dedicated populists who looked out for the citizens of our State.

George served three years in the United States Army, Judge Advocate’s Corps, attaining the rank of Captain.

In 1969, at the age of 31, and as a civilian, George received a plea for help from a high school classmate who was serving as a Green Beret in Vietnam. The soldier, with 7 others, had been arrested and charged with the murder of a suspected Vietnamese double agent. George boarded a plane and flew to Saigon, much to the chagrin of the US Department of State, where he challenged the Army. The case was publicized internationally, and local residents enjoyed seeing him being interviewed on the national evening news and reading stories republished from the New York Times. During the course of the defense of his friend, investigations helped lead to the discovery of a CIA cover-up which resulted in the dismissal of all charges. The book “A Murder in Wartime” was written about this episode in our country's history.

While practicing law in Cheraw, George developed Bridlewood, a large development of homes near the town. His public service continued in his role as Deputy Solicitor for the Fourth Judicial Circuit for 10 years. He prosecuted criminal cases in Chesterfield, Darlington, Dillon and

Marlboro Counties and trained many young attorneys in Courtroom procedure and etiquette.

In later years George was a member of the Camden Hunt. As fieldmaster, riding his big grey mare Bella, he led the hunt members on many a merry chase while never crossing the line of scent. In 2012, George and his cousin, Bill Gregory, began the development of Hound Hollow Equestrian Community, in Camden.

George Gregory was one of the last great storytellers. He had a brilliant mind and memory and those who knew him were always enthralled with his recollections of history, politics and local lore.

He is survived by his wife of 32 years, Debra D. Gregory, daughters Sharon Kristen Gregory, Avril Gregory Franks, Gracen Jennings Watts, grand children Cooper, Emmie and Rowan, sisters Harriet G. Heriot and Susan G. Parker, brother Jack Gregory and sister-in-law Colleen, nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held January 27th at 3:00 pm at the Douglas Reed House on the grounds of the Fine Arts Center in Camden, SC.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Fine Arts Center of Kershaw County, 810

Lyttleton St., Camden, SC 29020 or to the Kershaw County Humane Society, 128 Black River Rd., Camden, SC 29020.

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