Homegoing Celebrations

Attorney Johnny Simpson, January 11, 1948 - October 28, 2022

Attorney Johnny Simpson was born on January 11, 1948 in Orangeburg County, S.C., the son of the late Mrs. Ruth Simpson Seabrooks and the late John Simpson, Jr. He entered into eternal rest on October 28, 2022 at Calhoun Convalescent Center in St. Matthews, S.C., following an extended illness.

He was preceded in death by his parents; siblings, Frances McCloud, Ellen Mosely, Lillie R. Spells and Beatrice Blount.
Johnny graduated from G.W. Carver High School, Cope, S.C. in 1966 as class Valedictorian. Attorney Simpson received a Bachelor’s Degree in History and a Master’s Degree in Rehabilitative Counseling from South Carolina State University. He earned his Juris Doctorate from the University of South Carolina School of Law. Johnny was baptized at an early age at Edisto Baptist Church in Orangeburg, S.C. He was a professional member of the Orangeburg Bar Association, American Bar Association, Richland County Bar, South Carolina Bar Association, Columbia’s Lawyer’s Association and the South Carolina Black Lawyer’s Association. Johnny’s community interests included being chairperson of the Emergency Storehouse Board, and board member of the Orangeburg County Public Defender’s Board. He has received numerous awards including Boss of the Year by the Orangeburg Legal Secretaries Association, Boss of the Year by the American Business Women’s Association, Legal Services Lawyer of the Year by the South Carolina Bar Association, nominee for Pro Bono Lawyer of the Year. He was also featured in Jet Magazine as a recipient of Who’s Who in American Law.

Before joining the legal field, Johnny was employed at the Department of Social Services as a Social Worker. He also held various positions as teacher and counselor throughout the state and out of state. Attorney Simpson worked at Palmetto Legal Services for numerous years. He joined Palmetto Legal Services as a Law Clerk in 1981. He also worked as a Staff Attorney in the Orangeburg office before becoming the Executive Director. In 2002, he went into private practice in Orangeburg, S.C., where he served the community for many years until his health began to fail. Johnny was also a member of Omega Psi Phi, Epsilon Omega Chapter

He leaves to cherish fond memories: a son, Mr. Kelvin (Letoya) Walker; grandson Charles I. Walker; a brother, Mr. Franklin (Doris) Simpson; a sister, Ms. Catherine Simpson-Green; brother-in-law, Mr. James Spells; an uncle, Rev. James (Emma) Simpson; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Kelvin Cole, June 25, 1966 - October 28, 2022

Kelvin Cole, 56, of Johns Island, South Carolina entered into eternal rest, Friday, October 28, 2022.

The Family and friends of Mr. Kelvin Cole are invited to attend his Home Going Service 11AM, Saturday November 5, 2022, at Walkers Mortuary "Chapel of Peace", 3407 Old Pond Road, John's Island, SC 29455.

Please remember to wear your masks and continue to social distance.

Clywreth Green, April 19, 1937 - October 27, 2022

Clywreth Padgett Green was born April 19, 1937 in Yemassee, SC to Johnny Padgett and Cornelia Rogers Padgett. She attended the public schools of Jasper County.

On September 2, 1965, she was united in holy matrimony to Major Green. This union was blessed wilth one son. They moved to Charleston, SC in 1966. She cared for her mother from 1978-1982.

She accepted the Lord Jesus Christ as her personal savior in September of 1984 and became a member of Greater Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church.

She enjoyed cooking, sewing, her keen sense of humor, and love for all humanity.

Those left to cherish her fond memories are: her loving husband, Major; her devoted son, Marlon, siblings, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Alvin Green, March 23, 1937 - October 29, 2022

Alvin Green, 85, of Johns Island, South Carolina entered into eternal rest, Saturday, October 29, 2022.

The Family and friends of Mr. Alvin Green are invited to attend his Home Going Service 11AM, Friday, November 4, 2022, at Bethlehem St. James United Methodist Church , 2419 Bohicket Road, John's Island, SC 29455.

The viewing will be held on Thursday, November 3, 2022 at Walkers Mortuary "Chapel of Peace", 3407 Old Pond Rd. Johns Island SC, 29455 from 3PM until 7PM.

Please remember to wear your masks and continue to social distance.

William Raymond Green, January 20, 1956 - October 24, 2022

The Celebration of Life Service for Mr. William "Barnacle Bill", "Pappa", "Bill" Raymond Green, will be held on Friday, November 4, 2022, 4pm, in the Chapel of Peace at Walker's Mortuary.

Interment: Private. Viewing for Mr. Green, will be held on Thursday, November 3, 2022, 3pm until 7pm, in the Chapel of Peace at Walker's Mortuary.

Professional Services Entrusted to the care of Walker's Mortuary "Chapel of Peace" 3407 Old Pond Road, Johns Island, SC 29455. Phone: (843)559-0341; Fax: (843)559-3415. www.walkersmortuary.com

Ethel Grant, May 14, 1939 - October 27, 2022

Mrs. Ethel Grant, 83, of Charleston, S.C., entered into eternal rest on Thursday, October 27, 2022

Public Walk-Through at Murray's Mortuary on Friday, November 04, 2022 from 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Celebration Of Life Service on Saturday, November 05, 2022 at 11:00 AM.

Interment at Casey Cemetery on Saturday, November 05, 2022.

Emanuel Williams, February 28, 1933 - October 28, 2022

Deacon Emanuel Williams, 89, of James Island, SC, entered into eternal rest on Friday October 28, 2022.

Wake at House of God - North Union Heights on Friday, November 04, 2022 from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Celebration Of Life Service at House of God - North Union Heights on Saturday, November 05, 2022 at 11:00 AM.

Interment at Carolina Memorial Funeral Home and Memorial Gardens, Saturday, November 05, 2022.

Frazier Singleton, July 26, 1966 - October 28, 2022

Mr. Frazier Singleton, 56, formerly of Huger, SC, entered eternal rest on Friday, October 28, 2022.

He leaves to cherish his memories, his mother: Henrietta Wigfall(Arthur Wigfall, Sr.); father: Jacob Simmons (Alma); children: Kadijah Singleton and Kareem Singleton; siblings: Lillian Wigfall, Hope Wigfall, Novella Fielding, Josette Simmons and Arthur Wigfall; granddaughters, and a host of other relatives and friends.

He was employed as a Welder for the Port of Philadelphia, PA.

Memorial Service scheduled for Saturday, November 5, 2022 at 11:00 AM, The Bryan McNeal, Sr. Memorial Chapel at 4129 Highway 17 North, Awendaw, SC