Homegoing Celebrations

Bishop Carl M. Grant February 24, 1936 - August 21, 2022

Bishop Carl Marion Grant, 86, of Johns Island, SC passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 21, 2022 at his residence. He is the beloved husband of Mrs. Jacqueline L. Grant; father of Brian, Jacquetta (Herbert) Boone, Raynard, Tia, Karl (Ceola), Jason, Delores, Heatherlyn, and Timothy (Kamilah); grandfather of Camryn, Zorie, Meagan, Carrie, Olivia, Brandon, Lilah, Iva and Megan; great grandfather of Kylie Joe; brother of Doris Thomas (New York), Hermean (Leon) Yeadon (North Carolina) and Deborah Bryan (South Carolina). He was Pastor Emeritus of Greater St. Peter’s Church of Our Lord Jesus Christ and owner of CMG Demolition and Renovation Preparation Services.

The family is receiving friends at 3687 Hilton Drive, John’s Island, SC from 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM. MASKS are required. Professional services are entrusted to Dorothy’s Home for Funerals (843) 722-0268. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.dorothyshff.com.

Victoria Green October 01, 1926 - August 21, 2022

Mrs. Victoria Green, 95, of North Charleston, affectionately known as "The Queen" and "Greyhound", passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 21, 2022. She is the widow of the late Benny T. Green, mother of Verna Green, her caretaker, Loretta Green, Dravidi Rasheed, the late Benjamin Green, and Kern Green. She has 15 grandchildren, a host of great grands and great great grands, a special great grand, Willow Allen-Joshua, and a host of other relatives and friends.

A private Graveside service will be held Thursday, August 25, 2022 at 11:00 o'clock at Brownswood Cemetery in Summerville, SC. The family will receive friends at 8173 Greenridge Road, N. Charleston, SC.

Leslie Maria Bratton May 14, 1959 - August 16, 2022

In profound sorrow, we the Management & Staff of The Serenity Mortuary announce the passing of Ms. Leslie Maria Bratton, 63 of Cope, SC., who entered into eternal rest on August 16, 2022, at Regional Medical Center in Orangeburg. Ms. Bratton is the beloved mother of Niche', Noni, Nandi, Nina, Nikki, Nyasia and Afiba Epps.

Public Viewing on Thursday, August 25, 2022 from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM at The Serenity Mortuary, Inc., 740 N. Gum Street, Summerville, SC 29483

Celebration Of Life on Thursday, August 25, 2022 at 12:30 PM, The Serenity Mortuary, Inc., 740 N. Gum Street, Summerville, SC 29483

Martha Lee Williams May 18, 1941 - August 22, 2022

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Mrs. Martha Lee Williams of St. Stephen, SC (Alvin community), who transitioned into eternal life on Monday, August 22, 2022.

Those left to cherish her memory are: her husband, Mr. Earl Williams, Jr.; daughter, Mrs. Wanda (Kenneth) Rivers; grandchildren, Kenneth Jr., LaKendra and Demetre Rivers; great-grandchildren, Jayden and Jasmine Rivers and Marco Greene, Jr.; siblings, Mr. Clarence (Ethel) Gethers and Mrs. Rose Mae Martin; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Due to the Covid pandemic, the family will not be receiving friends at their residence. They are grateful for your prayers and understanding during this difficult time.

Arrangements are pending.

Gerald Marvin Lawrence July 22, 1964 - August 20, 2022

“And we do not want you to be ignorant, brothers, concerning those who are sleeping, so as not to be sorrowful, like these others who do not have hope. For if we believe that Jesus has died and risen again, so also will God bring back with Jesus those who sleep in him”.

On Saturday August 20, 2022; God in His infinite wisdom, called His son Gerald Marvin Lawrence, 58, of Huger, South Carolina from labor to reward.

The most precious memories of Marvin will resound in the life of his beloved wife Joann Lawrence, his children; Jared and Marva Lawrence, his parents; JoAnn Edwards and Linzie Muldrow, sister; Terina (Victor) Muldrow-Brown, uncles; Joe (Carol) Lawrence, Sam (Jeanette) Lawrence, and Herbert (Julia) Lawrence, aunts; Vivian Lawrence, Ella Mae Lawrence, Ida Mae Lawrence, and Debra Lawrence, brothers and sisters in Law: Judith (Jerry) Stackhouse, Bruce (Mia) Enalls, Robin Cobb and Harvey (Mindy) Enalls. A host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

On behalf of this bereaved family, we humbly solicit all prayers of consolation and comfort; As they transition through this difficult time.

Home-going Celebration for Marvin will be on Saturday August 27, 2022 at 11:00 AM, A&B Event Center Huger South Carolina

There will be a viewing on Friday August 26, 2022 from 6-8 PM at Suburban Funeral Home Chapel

Astley Thomas July 22, 1933 - August 17, 2022

Funeral Services for Mr. Astley Thomas will be held on 3:00 P.M. Saturday, August 27, 2022 at St. John African Methodist Episcopal Church, 76 Duncan Avenue, Pawleys Island, SC 29585.

Following the Funeral Service, A Video will be Posted On Facebook (permanently) for Viewing. https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057252318124

Mr. Thomas died on Wednesday, August 17, 2022 at Tidelands Georgetown Memorial Hospital in Georgetown, South Carolina.

Joyce B. Wellington March 19, 1938 - August 16, 2022

Ms. Joyce Buggs Wellington, 84, of Charleston, SC, entered into eternal rest Tuesday, August 16, 2022. She is survived by her loving sisters: Beverly Watson, Ronald Welcome (Patricia), and Gwendolyn Wright; along with a host of nieces, nephews, and other loving relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents: James Buggs and Frances Watson.

Visitation, Friday, August 26, 2022 from 5:00PM - 7:00PM at The Palmetto Mortuary, Inc. 1122 Morrison Drive , Charleston, SC 29403

Service on Saturday, August 27, 2022 at 11:00AM. Service will be held at St. Patrick Catholic Church, 134 St. Phillip Street , Charleston, SC 29403

Final Resting Place Riverview Memorial Park, 3715 Azalea Drive, North Charleston, SC 29405

Catherine Goodwine Green January 26, 1950 - August 20, 2022

Mrs. Catherine Goodwine Green, entered eternal rest on Saturday, August 20, 2022. She leaves to cherish her memories her children: Erica Green, Frankie LaCher Green and Maria Ray (Michael); grandchildren: Robert Young III, Ra'Ven Young, Caleb Diggs, Carsyn Diggs, Mason Macon, and Madison Cary; siblings: James Goodwine (Louistine), Lillian Goodwine, and Anglish Goodwine; and sister-in-law, Sharon Green. She was preceded in death by her husband: Frankie "The Big Bopper" Green; parents: Elijah Goodwine and Evelyn Goodwine Perry.

Per the family's request, please respect the family's privacy as they will not be receiving guests at the home.

Funeral Arrangements Pending