Carrie Mae Ruth Priester
Mother Carrie Mae Ruth Priester, 103, daughter of the late Mr. Jason and Mrs. Mary Ruth, was born November 16, 1912, in Hampton County, South Carolina. She was called home to be with the Lord on Friday, May 27, 2016 while at Hampton Regional Medical Center, Varnville, South Carolina.
At a young age, Mother Carrie Mae Priester surrendered her life and will to the Lord and became a baptized member of Antioch Christian Church, Disciples of Christ of Varnville, South Carolina. Serving the body of Christ faithfully, she became a member of the church Adult Choir, Missionary Board and the church Deaconess Board. Whenever songs were sung, Mother Priester demonstrated her joy in the Lord, joyfully clapping her hands to the songs being sung! She was also affiliated with the Sons and Daughters of Job for over sixty-five (65) years. She was truly a virtuous woman.
On April 10, 1932, she united in Holy Matrimony to the late Deacon Lawrence Priester, Sr.; to this union were born seven (7) children. Two children preceded her in death: Gertrude and Marion Priester.
Mother Priester was known and loved by many people. The impressions she made on the life of others will be remembered for many, many years to come.
Sacrifices of her love will be cherished and remembered by her five children: Elder Lawrence (Evangelist Eartha) Priester, Jr. of Beaufort, South Carolina, Ms. Elizabeth Green of Cleveland, Ohio, Ms. Mary Williams, Ms. Christine Alston, and Mr. Willie Priester, all of Varnville, South Carolina; (3) Grandchildren reared in the home: Ms. Lorrie Lingard, Karen Williams, and James (Shahida) Lingard; (14) Grandchildren; (29) Great grandchildren; (22) Great great grandchildren; (3) Great great great grandchildren; (2) Special nephews: Reverend Aiken Ruth, who was close and dear, and Mr. George Washington, who visited regularly; A host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and caring friends (which includes three special friends: Ms. Minnie Myers, a close neighbor and visitor; Mrs. Lorine Moore, who telephoned every week; and, Ms. Charlotte Williams, a caregiver).
Funeral services will be held 12 p.m. June 2, 2016 at Antioch Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), Varnville, with burial in the church cemetery.
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Patricia Ann Smith Hayes
On July 10, 1942, Patricia Ann Smith was born to Pauline Jones and Nathan Smith. She was, affectionately known to many as, "Coot". She was 1978 graduate of Wade Hampton High School, and was a member of Mt. Pleasant A.M.E. Church in Scotia, South Carolina.
A day of joy and unity occurred in her life, on July 7, 1972, when she was joined in holy matrimony to Johnny Hayes. "Remember me in quiet days while raindrops whisper on your phone. But in your memories, have no grief, let the joy we know remain."
She was an employee of TMSI, for over 20 years in the Transportation Department. She enjoyed fishing, singing, baking and spending time with her grandchildren.
During the brilliance of a new day dawning, at 6:00 a.m., May 11, 2016, just as sunrise was bolding about to attest it's radiance, God looked upon Patricia with gentle eyes and tender compassion and claimed her for His own.
\On this side of eternity, she leaves a devoted family: Husband, Johnny Hayes, Varnville, SC; Daughter, Tina (Eugene) Crittington, Varnville, SC; Brothers: Rodney and Wayne Smith of New Jersey, Verndel and Greg Smith of Las Vegas; Sisters: Barbara (Nicky) Bowen and Dawn Smith of New Jersey; God-sister, Emily Smith, Charlotte, NC; Grandchildren: Shayla Campbell, Shardavia Williams, Desmond Williams (reared as a son), Antwan Crittington all of Varnville, SC, and Quincy Smith, Hampton, SC; Great Grandchildren: Samaree' Terry and Zae Veon Kirkland; Reared as her own: Nicole Bennett, Summer Shultzman and Justin Gooding; God-children: Kimberly (Deondra) Williams, Latoya Pokey Campbell and Chekita Goodson; Sisters-in-law: Verna Grant, Mary Grant and Annie (Leon) Rivers; Brother-in-law: Willie (Annette) Grant; Special friends: Marilyn Gray, Catherine Smith, Shirley Myers, Barbara Williams and Peola Butler; Numerous cousins and sympathizing friends.
Funeral services were held 2 p.m. Monday, May 16, 2016 at the Riley’s Hampton Chapel, Inc. with burial in the Ellis Cemetery.
Riley’s Funeral Home, Hampton Chapel, Inc. was in charge of the arrangements.
Eddie James Mole
Eddie James Mole, was born to Mr. Joe Jr., and Mrs. Margaret Gordon Mole, June 19, 1959, in Hampton County, South Carolina. He attended the public schools of Hampton County, and was always known as the "quiet child" of the family.
Eddie was employed at Brunson Automobile Sales in Hampton, South Carolina, for many years. He later assisted in the establishment and became co-operator of C&N Auto Parts, in Estill, South Carolina, where he worked alongside his brother, Gary and touched many lives.
Eddie was always a kind, gentle person, and well respected in the community. He was a good son and dedicated to assisting with the care of his mom and dad. He was a father to his nieces and nephews and many other youth. Eddie had a heart for others. A son, a brother. Eddie accepted Christ, and became a man of God.
He entered into rest on Saturday, May 14, 2016, at St. Joseph's Candler Rehabilitation Center, Savannah, Georgia.
His memories will be cherished by his beloved parents, Mr. Joe Mole, Jr. and Mrs. Margaret Gordon Mole; Siblings: Joe, III (Elizabeth A.) Mole, Fairfax, SC, Gary (Annette) Mole, Connie (Benjamin) Smith, Carolyn (Marvin) Love, and Belinda (Darrell) Cooler all of Hampton, SC; Aunts: Ruth Wrice, Islandton, SC, Wahlene (Hayward) Jones, Hampton, VA, and Karen (Jasper) Scott, Hampton, SC; Grandmother, Mrs. Florence Gordon, Hampton, SC; Adopted son, Jerremy Patterson; Loving nieces and nephews: Sherita (Jay) Stallings, Augusta, GA, Brad (Lalie) Mole, Bluffton, SC, Timothy Smith, Hampton, SC, Kimberly (Jeff) Gordon, Columbia, SC, Sherlyn Moore, Aiken, SC, Christopher (Jessica) Mole, Hanolulu, HW, Nicholas Mole, Atlanta, GA, Brandy Cooler, Hampton, SC and Brittany Cooler, Savannah, GA; Adopted family members: Angela Olvera, Kimberly Gant, and Charles Wallace; other relatives and friends.
Funeral services were held 12:30 p.m. Saturday, May 21, 2016 at Open Arms Fellowship, Hampton with burial in the Frampton Cemetery, Varnville.
Riley’s Funeral Home, Hampton Chapel, Inc. was in charge of the arrangements.